The event was sponsored by the Pittsburgh based Wingstop, and Hip Hop Weekly Magazine. The event showcased some of the best vendors the city has to offer, to emerging clothing brands to well noted boutiques.
“We’re bringing new jobs to Pittsburgh that are basically allowing people to get into a great company where the sky is the limit. Social media has been and will continue to be an important part of our business model, so when we got wind of the event we definitely wanted to be a part of it. Karen Civil is such an amazing businesswoman and a great role model. She definitely fits in with the views we have on success and hard work,“ said Shawntae Spencer, Wingstop Owner and Brand Partner.
There were 75 plus people in attendance, and 21 vendors participated in the event. The vendors at the event were; Westside Story 412, Femi Kids, Born Rich Brand, Beyu Movement, Brown Sugar Designs, The Finale, Desserts by LaDae, Saani Mac, JS Commercial Cleaners, Steel City Threads, Room 412, Allure and More, Shells Dessert, Paparazzi, Andre Jones, Massages On the Go by Shateesha Murphy, Michelle’s Skinteamintea, Shoe Diva, A Hair Boutique, B.A.C.S., and Henna by Karena.
Noted attendees included Wiz Khalifa’s mother Peaches and Mac Miller’s mother Karen.
“When I first heard mention of this event, I instantly knew I wanted myself and my brand to be a part of it,” said Room 412 owner Kristian Price. “My favorite part was the seminar, I felt that Karen Civil gave very valuable advice. It was especially helpful for me, because I’m currently in the midst of re-launching my store location, and with Karen Civil’s powerful business tools I’m ready to take Room412 to new heights.”
The venue was filled with many young successful African American males and females, coming together to network and support surrounding businesses. Some of those had the opportunity to sale their products, and present their brands to the attendees.
“As an emerging Pittsburgh make-up artist, I can’t think of a better way I could have spent my time,” said Lola, owner of Flawless by Lola. “I enjoyed every moment of this event, and it has motivated me, and reminded me the sky is the limit.”
The branding seminar segment of the event was hosted by Digital Renaissance Woman, and Karen Civil. Civil detailed her own personal rise in the Digital World. She also offered a number of anecdotes along with some great advice while detailing her work with artist like Lil’ Wayne and Mary J. Blige to brands like Beats by Dre, and now her own personal LiveCivil and KarenCivil.com brands.
“I enjoyed my time in Pittsburgh, and appreciated the invitation,” Civil said,
This event was the kick off for #CarpePittsburgh derived from the well-known term Carpe Diem. “Seize Pittsburgh” introduces the city to a new way of thinking. With the recent boom of Pittsburgh based entrepreneurs and start-ups making waves amongst the influential 18-35 demographic. #CarpePittsburgh is here to prove that there are still viable opportunities in Pittsburgh and the city is basically what you make it.
“Pittsburgh is a great place to be,” said co-sponsor Lola Sims. “We have an advantage on other cities because we can carve our own niche and help produce lanes that can help people expand and grow. Pittsburgh is all about what you make it and right now, it‘s ours for the taking.”
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