Bringing Regions
Together to Build
Statewide Impact
The Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce connects small businesses across Virginia to visibility, advocacy, technical services, business development, contracts, capital, community, and long-term growth.
6th Annual Virginia Black Expo
August 22, 2026 • Main Street Station • Richmond, VA
Join entrepreneurs, small businesses, vendors, partners, and community leaders from across Virginia for a day of shopping, connection, visibility, entertainment, and economic opportunity.
- Free community event with registration
- Vendors, exhibitors, and business resources
- Food trucks, activations, and entertainment
- Sponsorship and partnership opportunities
Building Virginia’s Business Ecosystem
The Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce connects entrepreneurs, small businesses, corporate partners, government agencies, and community leaders across the Commonwealth. Through membership, advocacy, events, business education, contracting opportunities, and statewide visibility, VABCC helps businesses grow and communities thrive.
Our Mission
To build a sustainable, diverse business ecosystem that encourages growth, champions innovation, and facilitates equitable opportunities for all entrepreneurs to thrive in Virginia.
We advance this mission through connection, advocacy, education, visibility, and statewide business engagement.
Measurable Impact Across Virginia
2,644+
Businesses Served
Business Reach
200+
Events and Webinars Delivered
Programming
14,131+
Individuals Engaged
Community Engagement
97%
Positive Google Rating
Reputation
Signature Events That Move Businesses Forward
Virginia Black Expo
A statewide Expo showcasing businesses, culture, community, and opportunity.
Register NowBlack Brilliance Gala
A black-tie celebration honoring excellence, leadership, and innovation.
Learn MoreLegislative Day & Reception
A statewide advocacy gathering connecting business owners, legislators, and community leaders.
Learn MoreWomen’s Conference
A leadership and empowerment experience for entrepreneurs, executives, professionals, and community leaders.
Learn MoreGovCon Conference
Helping businesses prepare, connect, and compete for government contracts.
Learn MoreChoose Your Path to Move Forward
I’m a Business Owner
Join the Chamber, access resources, attend events, and grow your visibility.
I’m Looking for Black-Owned Businesses
Search the Virginia Black Business Directory and discover businesses across the Commonwealth.
I’m a Corporate Partner or Sponsor
Partner with VABCC to support business growth, economic opportunity, and statewide impact across Virginia.
I’m Looking for Events
Explore upcoming Chamber events, expos, conferences, and regional gatherings.
Membership That Creates Visibility, Access, and Opportunity
Whether you are launching, growing, scaling, or looking for deeper connections, VABCC membership gives your business access to a statewide network, business resources, member visibility, advocacy, events, and opportunities to build meaningful relationships.
Business Visibility
Member Directory Listing
Networking and Events
Educational Workshops
Advocacy and Policy Engagement
Ribbon Cutting Opportunities
Programs That Turn Access Into Action
VABCC connects businesses to education, advocacy, contracting pathways, workforce resources, and statewide opportunities designed to help entrepreneurs build capacity, gain visibility, and grow.
Business Growth Pathways
Built for business owners who are ready to move forward.
From education to contracting readiness, advocacy, and workforce pathways, our programs help businesses move from information to implementation.
Entrepreneurship and Business Growth
Workshops, accelerator programs, business education, and leadership development for entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Explore ProgramsGovernment Contracting
GovCon, procurement education, capability building, certification guidance, and contracting connections.
View GovConWorkforce and Community Pathways
Training, financial readiness, career readiness, business support, and 360Forward connections.
Explore 360ForwardAdvocacy and Legislative Affairs
Policy engagement, business roundtables, legislative events, and statewide representation for business owners.
Learn About AdvocacyFind and Support Business Across Virginia
The Virginia Black Business Directory connects consumers, corporations, agencies, and community partners with small businesses throughout the Commonwealth.
Discover. Connect. Support.
Search by business name, category, location, product, or service.
Upcoming Chamber Events
View Chamber Calendar
Explore upcoming Chamber events, networking opportunities, conferences, webinars, and regional gatherings across Virginia.
View CalendarView Community Calendar
Discover community events, partner programs, business gatherings, and opportunities shared across the VABCC network.
Community CalendarSubmit an Event
Share a business, community, or partner event for consideration on the VABCC community events calendar.
Submit EventView Event Photos
See highlights from past Chamber events, signature programs, conferences, networking gatherings, and statewide celebrations.
View Photos
Welcome New Members
Join a Growing Statewide Business Community
VABCC members are part of a statewide ecosystem built for visibility, connection, advocacy, education, and opportunity.
Whether you are launching, growing, scaling, or looking for deeper relationships, this is where your business can connect and be seen.
Become Our Next MemberOur Partners Help Power Statewide Business Growth
Visionary Partners
Chairman’s Circle
Community Investors
Cornerstone Partners
Invest in Statewide Business Growth
Partner with VABCC to support visibility, education, advocacy, contracting pathways, and economic opportunity for Black-owned businesses across the Commonwealth.
Ready to Grow With the Virginia Black Chamber?
Join a statewide business ecosystem built for visibility, connection, advocacy, education, partnerships, and opportunity.
