About us

Moving entrepreneurs from talent to traction.

A Black-led cultural commerce organization serving entrepreneurs across Manitoba.

Jacinta Uramah-Eze, founder of Afri Inspire Concepts

Who we are

Entrepreneurship is not just business. It is identity, dignity and legacy.

Jacinta Uramah-Eze, Founder

Afri Inspire Concepts began in Winnipeg with a simple observation. African entrepreneurs arrive with skill and experience, but without the local connections to get off the ground.

So we build those connections into something you can walk into: markets, shelves, programs and a community that does business together. Today that work reaches entrepreneurs across Manitoba, from Winnipeg to Brandon.

We are
  • A cultural commerce builder
  • A bridge from visibility to growth
  • A community economic platform
We work alongside
  • Chambers of commerce
  • Advocacy groups
  • Funding institutions
Our vision

African-centred cultural commerce, visible, scalable and woven into the economy of cities across Canada and beyond.

How a business grows with us

01

Talent

A maker or founder with a product and a skill.

02

Visibility

Seen at our markets, online and in the media.

03

Traction

Placed in retail and in front of buyers.

04

Sustainability

Coached, connected and growing year round.

Track record

Built in public, one milestone at a time.

From a community market to a museum shelf, every step has put more Black and African businesses in front of buyers.

Black Diamonds Market

Our flagship Black History Month market, uniting makers, customers and sponsors.

Manitoba Legislature

Afri Inspire Concepts recognized for its community and economic impact.

From marketplace to museum

Local makers placed in the Canadian Museum for Human Rights boutique.

Holiday Kiosk

Seven weeks of makers selling at St. Vital Centre.

Business Growth Summit

Entrepreneurs, coaches and partners learning and connecting.

Workshops in Brandon

Taking our programs beyond Winnipeg to entrepreneurs across Manitoba.

Let's build together

Funders, sponsors, institutions and entrepreneurs: one email starts the conversation. We reply personally.

admin@afriinspireconcepts.com

Or use our contact form.