About the Virginia Black Business Expo & Conference
From August 2-4 the most exhilarating business event of the year—the 5th Annual Virginia Black Business Expo and Conference! This year's theme, Automate, Accelerate, and Innovate, promises a weekend packed with unparalleled networking and a two-day exhibitor showcase with over 100 black-owned businesses.
Whether you are a professional shopper, a seasoned entrepreneur, or just starting your new venture, the Virginia Black Business Expo and Conference is an opportunity to learn, grow, and take your business to new heights. Mark your calendar and prepare for a weekend that will inspire and empower you to automate, accelerate, and innovate like never before!
INTERESTED IN ATTENDING THE EXPO?
Join us for a transformative weekend filled with networking, learning, and opportunities to elevate your business.
INTERESTED IN PITCHING YOUR BUSINESS?
Submit your video pitch and advance to the next in-person round for a chance to win up to $5,000. The pitch contest will be held during the Business Conference.
INTERESTED IN BEING A VENDOR?
Showcase your products and services to a dynamic audience of entrepreneurs, consumers and business leaders.
AUTOMATE, ACCELERATE AND INNOVATE YOUR BUSINESS
BUSINESS EXPO & CONFERENCE TICKETS
All tickets include Free Entry into the Melanin Market Place on Saturday & Sunday. A shopping and learning experience featuring over 85 Vendors and Exhibitors on both Saturday and Sunday.
CONFERENCE
$150 PER TICKET
MOST POPULAR
ALL ACCESS PASS
STARTING AT $350 PER TICKET
BUSINESS EXPO & CONFERENCE SPEAKERS & SCHEDULE
Chandra Hurst
Vice President Senior Business Consultant, Chase Business Banking
Ernisha Hall
President & CEO, Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce
Quinn Conyers
Host & Emcee
J.R. Fenwick
CEO, Flip That Stock
Erin Reddick
CEO, Chat Black GPT
Verniece Love
Deputy Director, Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity
Bola Audena
CEO, MBA Growth Partners
Coach T
CEO, Fyt 2 Live
Mariessa Terrell
Attorney Advisor, Trademarks Customer Outreach, US Patent and Trademark Office
Lawrence Anderson
CEO, Transcend Digital Solutions
Brian Robertson
CEO, Marion Marketing Global
Christina Calloway, Esq.
Trademarks Customer Outreach, US Patent and Trademark Office
Friday - Speed Networking & Lite Bites
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Roof Top - Chesapeake View
Saturday - Business Conference
Automate, Accelerate, Innovate
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Multiple Locations
Independence Level Center B
Tidewater Rooms
3rd Floor
Saturday - Melanin Market Place
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Independence Level Center A
Saturday - Comedy & Dinner
7:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Independence Level Center B
Sunday - Rhythm & Brunch
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Rooftop Chesapeake Room
Sunday - Melanin Market Place
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Independence Level Center A
Sunday - Great Blacksby Gala & Awards
5:15 pm - 6:00 pm - Boarding
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm - Dinner Cruise
Spirit of Washington: Odessy
AUTOMATE, ACCELERATE AND INNOVATE YOUR BUSINESS
THANK YOU SPONSORS
Join us in creating a transformative experience and demonstrate your commitment to fostering prosperity and innovation. Your support will not only enhance the quality and reach of the event but also position your brand as a champion of economic empowerment and community growth.
