The first of two Awesome Ottawa awards for October goes to Pamela Nga to support empowerment of BIPOC entrepreneurs through BYB Brunch.

“BYB Brunch, or Build Your Brand Brunch,” explains Pamela, “is a community-driven event that empowers BIPOC entrepreneurs and creatives in Ottawa-Gatineau through networking, training, and celebration.”

“The Summer 2025 edition gathered 27 attendees,” she continues, “featured three expert-led workshops on graphic design, content creation, and marketing and sales, and received support from local business sponsors. The event provided participants with skills, visibility, and meaningful connections.”

“Looking ahead, the next edition aims to expand to 30-40 attendees, bring in additional skilled trainers, and continue building a twice-yearly platform that uplifts diverse communities.”

Pamela is a communications professional, content creator, and community strategist, and the founder of BYB Brunch.