Virtual Career Talk
Virtual Career Talk | Velma Jackson High School
Hosted by Velma Jackson High School in Camden, Mississippi
Date: January 30, 2026
Guest Speaker: Sheares Benjamin, Founder, Bombshell Impact Design Agency
Bombshell Impact Design Agency is honored to present a Virtual Career Talk to students at Velma Jackson High School in Camden, Mississippi on January 30, 2026.
Founder and Creative Director Sheares Benjamin will share her entrepreneurial journey building Bombshell Impact Design Agency as a Toronto-based design agency that exclusively serves mission-driven organizations focused on social justice, equity, and sustainability. Students will explore:
• Social impact entrepreneurship and building purpose-driven businesses
• How design bridges the digital divide and creates equity
• Real-world examples from campaigns addressing gun violence, youth empowerment, and community development
• The “Sky Is Not The Limit” grant program that received 923 applications from 85 countries
• Pathways to careers in marketing, design, grant writing, and social innovation
• Business Takeout: providing business education to underserved communities
This session joins teacher Greg Pigott’s renowned Virtual Career Talks series, which has connected students with 450+ professionals worldwide since 2020. The program brings critical career exposure to a rural, predominantly Black student body where 95% are economically disadvantaged.
While registration is not open to the public, Bombshell Impact Design Agency welcomes inquiries from organizations interested in hosting similar educational sessions or partnerships focused on digital literacy and creative education.
Digital Responsibility & Branding
Digital Responsibility & Branding
A Virtual Workshop for the Stepping Stones CO-OP Placement Series
Hosted by the Malton Black Development Association (MBDA)
Sponsored by United Way Greater Toronto
Presented by Bombshell Impact Design Agency
The Malton Black Development Association is proud to deliver this exclusive workshop as part of the Stepping Stones CO-OP Placement Series, supported through sponsorship from United Way Greater Toronto.
Led by Sheares Benjamin—Founder of Bombshell Impact Design Agency—this session introduces youth to the critical skills of digital responsibility, online professionalism, and branding in the modern digital landscape.
Students in the Stepping Stones Program will explore how to:
👉🏾 Build a positive and intentional digital presence
👉🏾 Understand digital safety, reputation, and responsible online behaviour
👉🏾 Communicate confidently across social platforms
👉🏾 Develop personal branding that reflects their goals and values
👉🏾 Use design, storytelling, and visual communication to stand out professionally
This workshop is part of MBDA’s ongoing commitment to empowering youth, supporting career-readiness, and strengthening community impact.
Event Details
Date: Friday, January 16, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM ET
Format: Virtual Workshop
Audience: Closed session — exclusive to students enrolled in the Stepping Stones Program.
While registration is not open to the public, Bombshell Impact Design Agency is proud to highlight this collaboration as part of our mission to uplift communities through digital literacy and creative education.
Organizations interested in hosting similar sessions or partnering with Bombshell Impact Design Agency are welcome to reach out.
