It is inspiring to see so many movements at work in our society, and one locally that is garnering attention is the
Grand Rapids Area Black Business (GRABB) organization’s annual
Sankofa Mix & Pop-up Marketplace at East Hills’ Richard App Gallery.
Sankofa is from the Twi language of Ghana and has been described as a method through which we must venture back to our roots in order to move forward.
And like so many other ancient cultures, this Akan belief provides a rooted vision of the steps necessary for us to advance as we harness our past to help us plan the future. To the Akan, this is the beginning of wisdom.
For the Sankofa Mixer & Pop-up Marketplace, GRABB seeks to elevate as well as celebrate the emerging black entrepreneurs of West Michigan at this one night only event.
Local vendors will have on display fresh product lines that include everything from artisan candles to handmade soaps to delicious baked goods and other handmade wares.
As with every GRABB event, you will have a chance to hear first-hand from this entrepreneurial-focused organization who will showcase their vision in a “Past (what we have done), Present (what we are currently doing) and Future (what we have in the works)” presentation.