Pharrell Williams Presents The 5th Annual Black Ambition Demo Day
Celebrating Innovation, Impact, and Ambition
Date & Time: November 14, 2025 | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where Visionaries Take the Stage
Join us in Miami for the 5th Annual Black Ambition Demo Day. An evening that celebrates five years of bold ideas, boundless creativity, and the next generation of groundbreaking founders.
Hosted by comedian and emcee Jay Pharoah, this milestone gathering brings together visionary entrepreneurs, leading investors, and cultural icons to honor the journey of innovation and impact that defines Black Ambition.
From the Founder Showcase and Alumni Spotlights to an inspiring Fireside Chat with Pharrell Williams and Mellody Hobson, the evening culminates in the announcement of the 2025 Black Ambition Prize Winners, awarding over $1 million in funding to 25 extraordinary founders.
The celebration continues with an elevated networking reception featuring limited edition merch and shopping experiences, live music, curated cocktails and small bites, and meaningful connection.
Event Agenda
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 4:00 PM | Welcome |
| 4:30 PM | Founder Showcase |
| 5:00 PM | Alumni Spotlight: Where Are They Now? |
| 5:15 PM | Founder Showcase (continued) |
| 5:45 PM | Featured Fireside Chat with Founder Pharrell Williams and Celebrity Guest |
| 6:15 PM | Live Auction Experience |
| 6:30 PM | Prize Award Ceremony |
| 7:00 PM | Celebrity Musical Performance & Closing Remarks |
| 7:30 – 9:00 PM | Networking Reception |
Our Partners
We proudly acknowledge our partners whose support powers this movement:
About Black Ambition
Founded by Pharrell Williams, Black Ambition invests in the bold ideas of underrepresented founders to close the opportunity gap and create generational wealth through entrepreneurship. Over the past five years, we have awarded ~$13M in funding and mentored more than 1,175 entrepreneurs building the businesses of the future.