The 5-episode web series by geekspeak Commerce followed the eCommerce journeys of four local Black-owned businesses during Black History Month 2024.
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Whitby, Ontario (May 22, 2024) – ‘The Black Business Catalyst Project’ by geekspeak Commerce has won Gold for Best Online Series – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the record-breaking 45th Annual Telly Awards. The Telly Awards honours excellence in video and television across all screens and is judged by leaders from video platforms, television, streaming networks, and production companies. This year’s winners include Adobe, Calvin Klein, ESPN, MTV Entertainment Studios, NASA, and more.
geekspeak Commerce is honoured to be ranked among these winners. ‘The Black Business Catalyst Project’ is a limited web series that was filmed and aired during Black History Month 2024. The series followed the journeys of four Black entrepreneurs as they worked alongside geekspeak Commerce to grow their eCommerce businesses. The production crew, which included writer/producer Camille Lawrence and Director of Photography Andrew Vance, worked tirelessly to shoot, edit and air each episode every week in February. The project was supported by BDC, the Town of Whitby and Invest Durham.
“Our goal with the BBCP was to celebrate Black History Month with real impact. We set out to elevate the stories of Black entrepreneurs while helping them to elevate their online businesses. In the process, we managed to inspire not only our participants but the community at large,” says Isaac Wanzama, Founder & Chief Strategist at geekspeak Commerce. “We thank The Telly Awards for this amazing honour.”
This was a record-breaking year for The Telly Awards with nearly 13,000 entries from across the globe and top video and television content producers.
“The caliber of the work this season truly has reflected the theme of going beyond the frame. Our industry is experimenting with new technologies like never before, crafting truly compelling stories to draw attention to some of the world’s most pressing issues,” shares Telly Awards Managing Director Amanda Needham. “The Telly Awards is uniquely positioned to meet the industry where it’s actually making work, be that on television or TikTok.”
The full list of the 45th Annual Telly Awards winners can be found at www.tellyawards.com/winners.
About geekspeak Commerce
geekspeak Commerce is an ecommerce services provider dedicated to transforming how businesses interact with and engage their customers online. For over 20 years, we’ve been deploying proven strategies and solutions for manufacturers, distributors, retailers and brands, tailored to convert casual browsers into loyal customers on retail websites, marketplaces and DTC platforms. We leverage our deep understanding of digital commerce to create compelling online experiences that drive sales and foster brand loyalty, and our services encompass a comprehensive range of ecommerce operations, ensuring that every aspect of your online presence is optimized for success.
Learn more at geekspeakcommerce.com.
About The Telly Awards
The Telly Awards is the premier award honouring video and television across all screens. Established in 1979, The Telly Awards receives over 13,000 entries from all 50 states and 5 continents. Entrants are judged by The Telly Awards Judging Council—an industry body of over 200 leading experts including advertising agencies, production companies, and major television networks, reflective of the multiscreen industry The Telly Awards celebrates. Partners of The Telly Awards include the Gotham Institute, NAB, Stash, NYWIFT, LAPPG, Production Hub, Green the Bid, Video Consortium, and Series Fest. New Partners include FWD- Doc, AI Film Festival, Reel Abilities Film Festival, and Film Fatales.
Learn more at tellyawards.com.
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