The Source |Pharrell Williams Inspires at 4th Annual Black Ambition Demo Day [Video]

Last week I had the privilege of attending Pharrell Williams’ 4th Annual Black Ambition Demo Day in New York City, an event that celebrated the innovation and resilience of Black and Latino entrepreneurs. Hosted by Pharrell himself, the event was a testament to the power of community and the drive to create opportunities where they’ve historically been denied.

Pharrell’s Powerful Words

Before the festivities began, Pharrell delivered a heartfelt and insightful speech that left the room inspired. He posed a challenge to everyone in attendance, saying:

*”Are you going to be mad that this didn’t turn out the way you thought it was going to turn out the way you wanted it to turn out?

Or are you going to build your own table where you decide who can come and sit at your table and you decide how big your chair is and you decide what kind of silverware you’re going to use that day?

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