Yesterday, we at Vermont Professionals of Color Network took time to reflect on our past accomplishments and plan ahead for the future. Lots of new projects are coming soon...stay tuned!

Our BIPOC professional feature this week is Matthew Men! Matthew has spent a good amount of time working in his dream careers of both games and esports, but he's focusing his work towards social media. Find him on IG at @ wallridez, as well as on the work page he runs @ ovromara.

Campo is open in Waterbury Center at Zenbarn, offering an American-meets-Latin menu from chef-owner Josue Chanduvi! Read the full article on @sevendaysvt: bit.ly/4gaAhSN 📷: Campo.

We're heading back to St. Johnsbury this winter for another VT PoC NEK Meet & Greet! Join us at St. Johnsbury Distillery's Legacy Room on Wednesday, December 2, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM ✨ Enjoy free food while supplies last, with a cash bar available. RSVP: bit.ly/3WqmkIR

VT PoC's weekly ✨#ResourceRoundup ✨ is here to put you on 😎 Looking for your next job or hiring with intention? Our Jobs Board connects BIPOC professionals with positions in the state. Browse openings or post a job listing: bit.ly/3vTfXMX

This week's BIPOC biz feature is Doña Esa! They're a small family-owned homestyle Mexican takeout spot operating from the Doma Bar kitchen in Burlington. They're open exclusively for lunch and offer a rotating daily menu - make sure to check out what's on the menu! 📷: Doña Esa

October's newsletter features an article on the Free Access Health Clinic (FAHC), a BIPOC-owned, volunteer-led nonprofit providing free primary and specialty care for those uninsured and underinsured. Read more about FAHC: bit.ly/4j1WHri

Our BIPOC professional feature this week is Rustam Sengupta! He's the Founder and CEO of Tuktu, a companion care virtual concierge that connects families in VT with vetted local companions for the everyday things. Learn more or apply: bit.ly/3U45deZ 📷: Rustam Sengupta

ICYMI: Sabor Ecuatoriano (Sabor 593) is open on Main Street in Winooski, offering traditional Ecuadorian dishes including stews, ceviche, papipollo, and other comfort foods! Read the full article on @sevendaysvt: bit.ly/4hhcsK1 📷: Cecilia Luce / Seven Days

Join us for VT PoC's co-working sessions! ✨ Find us at Meadow Roast Café in Essex Junction on Thursday, November 12, from 11:30 to 2:30 pm. Walk-ins are welcome, but feel free to let us know you're coming by RSVPing: bit.ly/4xE1ao0

As the year comes to a close, VT PoC is inviting Vermont BIPOC writers to create an original piece for our 2027 newsletter! Fill out the interest form and we'll get in touch: bit.ly/3TDFREY

This week's BIPOC business feature is BadKitty802! BadKitty802 is a new thrift & witchcraft store located on 3 Pine Street in Burlington! They offer thrift finds, vintage and y2k clothing, witchcraft supplies, local art, antiques, and wellness practices. 📷: BadKitty802

The October newsletter spotlight is on Jana Ababneh-Morris! They work in nonprofit fundraising and marketing as the Fundraising and Marketing Specialist at North Branch Nature Center. Read our interview with Jana: bit.ly/4j1WHri

Our BIPOC professional feature this week is Arun Singh (he/him)! Arun started an Indian grocery delivery business and opened a physical store, Naan Sense Grocery, at Taft Corners in Williston. Find the biz on IG & Facebook @ naansensegrocery! ⠀ 📷: Arun's wife

Join us on November 1 from 12 to 1 pm for a cycling class at Align Cycling in Williston, featuring a live DJ set from DJ King Crouch and DJ Vic! Tickets are available on a $1-$7 sliding scale. We can't wait to ride with y'all ✨ RSVP: bit.ly/4yzFk67

Looking for a way to put allyship into action? VT PoC's Equity Exchange gives allies an opportunity to share their professional skills, knowledge, and expertise with BIPOC Vermonters, completely free of charge. Apply here: bit.ly/4AE0eTd

We're looking for an Events Intern! If you love bringing people together thinking on your feet, and being part of something that actually makes an impact, this is your calling to come work with the coolest nonprofit in the state 😎 Learn more and apply: bit.ly/4gGvIi0

This week's BIPOC business feature is Trinidadian Cuisine! Trinidadian Cuisine is bringing the Caribbean to you, whether at events, pop-ups, or on Church St. in Burlington! They can be found on Instagram at trinidadiancuisine.llc. 📷: Trinidadian Cuisine

October newsletter has entered the chat! This month FAHC hares how its volunteer-led clinic is expanding access to free primary & specialty care. The community spotlight is on Jana Ababneh-Morris, who works in nonprofit fundraising & marketing. Read more: bit.ly/4j1WHri

Our BIPOC professional feature this week is Brandolyn Bradley! Brandolyn works at the Frederick C. Binter Center for Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders at the University of Vermont Medical Center serving Vermonters living with a movement disorder. ⠀ 📷: Brandolyn Bradley

Jamaican Taste Cuisine is open in downtown BTV! Owner Natalie Bailey brings flavors from Jamaica to the downtown restaurant, where she hopes to share her culture and love of cooking. Read the article on @sevendaysvt: bit.ly/458RCFA 📷: Melissa Pasanen / Seven Days