Black Excellence San Diego | A Rooftop Evening for Founders & Professionals

An elevated rooftop networking evening in La Mesa: meaningful connections, a welcome toast, charcuterie, and practical AI tips. BLACK EXCELLENCE SAN DIEGO A Rooftop Evening for Black Founders & Professionals Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM La Mesa, CA | $30 Early Bird through Oct 26, $40 from Oct 27 | 21+ Where Black Excellence Meets Meaningful Connections Picture this. The sun is setting over San Diego. The skyline is glowing, the city lights are coming alive, and you're surrounded by ambitious, accomplished, inspiring people who understand the journey you're on. A refreshing welcome drink in your hand. Beautiful conversations unfolding around you. New introductions, unexpected connections, and a community full of people building something meaningful. Welcome to Black Excellence San Diego. An elevated networking experience created to celebrate Black achievement, encourage collaboration, and bring together entrepreneurs, business owners, licensed professionals, graduates, and ambitious leaders from across San Diego. This is more than exchanging business cards. It's about building relationships that matter, celebrating how far we've come, and creating stronger connections for where we're going. Our People. Stronger Together. WHAT TO EXPECT An Elevated Networking Experience Meet people who are building businesses, developing careers, leading teams, pursuing ambitious goals, and making a difference in their communities. Whether you're looking for potential collaborators, business connections, mentors, or simply a community of like-minded professionals, this is an opportunity to expand your circle. Expect thoughtful introductions, engaging conversations, a beautiful atmosphere, and the freedom to connect naturally. A Strawberry Rosé Spritz Welcome Toast Begin the evening with a refreshing Strawberry Rosé Spritz welcome toast, or a nonalcoholic alternative. A sophisticated way to start the night, meet your fellow attendees, and toast to Black excellence. Curated Charcuterie Experience Enjoy an individually prepared charcuterie cup with an elegant selection of savory bites, cheese, crackers, and complementary accompaniments. Something delicious to enjoy while you connect and take in the atmosphere. AI for Business: Three AI Moves That Can Save You Hours Each Week Artificial intelligence is changing the way professionals work and businesses operate. During the evening, we'll host a short, practical 15-minute AI session showing you how to use AI to save time and grow your business. Your host for the session: Cyriac Zeh. Meet Your AI Host — Cyri Cyriac is a Software & AI Product Engineer with over 12 years of experience designing, developing, and launching innovative software products. His professional background includes experience with leading technology companies such as Anthropic, Google, Microsoft, The New York Times, and Intuit. He is the founder of Nidrosoft (www.nidrosoft.com), an AI product studio specializing in intelligent software solutions, AI-powered applications, and business automation systems. His recent projects include Guidera, an intelligent AI-powered travel app; Omnira Dental, an AI-native practice management system for dental practices; and Nerxus.One, an all-in-one AI-native platform designed to help small businesses streamline operations and improve productivity. Beyond engineering, Cyriac is passionate about making artificial intelligence practical and accessible. He leads hands-on AI workshops for entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals throughout San Diego, helping them understand and apply emerging technologies in real-world situations. During this event, he'll share actionable AI strategies you can start using immediately to save time, boost productivity, simplify everyday tasks, and unlock new opportunities in your business or career. You'll discover: 1. Marketing in Minutes Learn how to use AI to generate social media content, marketing ideas, and professional communications without spending hours starting from scratch. 2. Administrative Tasks Made Easier See how AI can help organize meeting notes, draft professional follow-ups, create action lists, and simplify everyday administrative work. 3. AI as a Business Thinking Partner Discover ways to use AI to compare business ideas, evaluate different approaches, brainstorm growth strategies, and think through professional decisions. No technical background is required. The presentation is designed to be practical, approachable, and useful for business owners and professionals alike. Attendees will also have access to a complimentary AI prompt cheat sheet with ideas they can start using. Meaningful Conversations and Community Some of the most valuable opportunities begin with a simple conversation. You might meet a future collaborator, someone who understands your industry, a professional who shares useful knowledge, or a new friend who inspires your next step. There's no pressure to pitch yourself all night. Come ready to connect, exchange ideas, learn from others, and enjoy the evening. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Black Excellence San Diego is especially designed for a community of: • Entrepreneurs, startup founders, and business owners. • Licensed professionals, including healthcare professionals, real estate professionals, attorneys, accountants, contractors, and others. • College graduates and degree-holding professionals across different fields. • Corporate professionals, consultants, engineers, creatives, technologists, and leaders. • Established professionals and rising talent who value meaningful networking, achievement, and professional growth. You do not need to own a business to enjoy this event. If you're building a career, developing your professional network, exploring entrepreneurship, or looking to surround yourself with ambitious people, you'll find value in the experience. We celebrate Black excellence across different backgrounds, professions, experiences, and career stages. YOUR EVENING INCLUDES • Access to a curated rooftop networking experience. • One Strawberry Rosé Spritz welcome toast or a nonalcoholic alternative. • One individually curated charcuterie cup. • A practical 15-minute AI for Business presentation. • Access to a complimentary AI prompt cheat sheet. • Opportunities to meet entrepreneurs, founders, and professionals throughout the evening. • A sophisticated San Diego evening atmosphere. Additional drinks, if offered by the venue, may be available for individual purchase. EVENT DETAILS Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM–8:00 PM Location: La Mesa, California Venue: 4949 Baltimore Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942. Admission: $30 per guest Early Bird pricing through October 26; $40 per guest from October 27 through the event, before any applicable platform fees and taxes. All tickets are non-refundable. Age: 21 and over. Dress Code: Business, business casual, or elevated professional attire. Registration: Limited availability. Registration information may be reviewed as part of our curated networking experience. To make every conversation more meaningful, we invite guests to share a little about their professional background and what they're hoping to gain from the experience. PARKING We have several parking options available near the venue: • Street parking. • Leasing office parking. • American Legion parking, just across from the leasing office. • Civic Center parking, across the street by the police department, about a 2-minute walk. COME AS YOU ARE.