Black History Blueprints | Building a Legacy That Inspires Change

Black history isn’t just about the past—it’s a compass for navigating life’s challenges and shaping the future you deserve.

This captivating talk takes you deep into the lives of visionary figures who faced immense adversity yet transformed their struggles into stepping stones for success. From ancient leaders to modern-day trailblazers, their stories reveal powerful strategies for resilience, courage, and purposeful action.

In this session, you’ll explore:

• How visionaries from ancient Africa to the freedom movements of the transatlantic enslavement era transformed obstacles into opportunities.
• Practical lessons in resilience and perseverance to overcome challenges.
• Actionable steps to channel history’s wisdom into your personal growth.

Relevance today: While this talk looks back, it also points forward. The same principles that sustained past generations can help us navigate the unknowns of our own time — including workplace transformation and the disruptive rise of Artificial Intelligence.

This isn’t just a presentation—it’s an invitation to reframe your own story. Whether you’re at the start of a new journey or looking for inspiration to break through barriers, Black history holds the secrets to moving forward with strength and confidence.

Plus Ticket: Along with event access, Plus Ticket holders will receive a digital copy of the 'The First Maroon War' interactive PowerPoint, which will be sent via email after the event.

Trailer video: https://youtu.be/G-4LQSGP4-o

Premium Ticket: Premium access includes all Plus offerings, plus a digital copy of Paul Crooks' latest novel 'Descendants,' sent to you electronically after the event.

Trailer video: https://youtu.be/BmI8rTjUEmE

Deluxe Ticket: Deluxe attendees enjoy all Premium benefits, with the added bonus of the 'DNA Testing Demystified: Separating Fact from Fiction in Genealogy' eBook to deepen your understanding of genealogy which will be sent via email after the event.

Trailer video: https://youtu.be/mQanCy3o1XM

About the speaker

Trailblazing family historian Paul Crooks pioneered research into Black genealogy during the 1990s, tracing his family history from London back six generations to ancestors enslaved on a sugar plantation in North America.

Paul was told that it would be impossible to trace records of slave-ownership, let alone his ancestors enslaved on plantations in North America. “No one had tried because such records did not exist.” Undeterred, he embarked on a journey of discovery that led from suburban North London to North America and ultimately back to the Gold Coast.

His groundbreaking books, Ancestors and A Tree Without Roots: The Guide To Tracing British, African, and Asian Caribbean Ancestry, brought him international recognition for his breakthrough research into Black genealogy. Paul is credited with inspiring an upsurge in interest in Black and British ancestry and is recognized for having spawned an industry in African Caribbean genealogy.

In addition to his pioneering genealogy work, Paul has over 20 years of experience in health service management and holds an MSc in Healthcare Commissioning. He has also worked in the private sector, leveraging his expertise to improve service delivery and operational efficiency. His diverse professional background enhances his ability to connect with audiences on themes of resilience, legacy, and personal growth.

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