Check out these empowering Black events in Detroit to inspire the community through Black Business Month 2023 in August and beyond. Black leaders and business owners are at the forefront of these organized events.
Black Business Month, Black Business Week, and Black History Month in Detroit is when there’s heightened action, advocacy, awareness events, education, and support. We recently highlighted ways to support Black businesses in Detroit & beyond for Black Business Month in the U.S. However, there’s always room to spread more knowledge. Some of these events will be happening in September, so stay tuned!
Detroitisit rounded up a list of informative Black events/black business events in Detroit to celebrate Black Business Month 2023
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BLACK BUSINESS MONTH CELEBRATION-HOW THE SBA CAN HELP YOU STIMULATE GROWTH!
Date and Time: Tuesday, August 29 · 1 – 4pm
First up on this list of Black business events in Detroit is a not-to-miss networking event that goes the extra mile to inform others on how they can better equip themselves for more opportunities and provide the latest legislative information for your business. Hear inspiring stories from small business owners. Diverse community representatives will also be there to help connect with local resources. Check out the special guests! The workshop is free. Click HERE to make a reservation.
Location: WSU Industry Innovation Center-461 Burroughs Street Detroit
AFRO NATION DETROIT 2023, PHOTO COURTESY OF TEIA WALLINGTON
AFRO NATION DETROIT 2023
You’ve probably heard the news by now that that the Afro Nation Festival is coming to Detroit for the first time this August, but did you know that it also ties into black businesses in Detroit? Afro Nation Detroit arrives August 19 to August 20, 2023, at Bedrock’s Douglass site. Substantial revenue opportunities for many local Detroit businesses are set to arise from Afro Nation Detroit, which will now be the flagship festival in the U.S. Detroit musical artists, DJS, and creatives on the rise can also expect more opportunities from this internationally recognized festival celebrating Afrobeats, Black music, and culture.
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THE BLACK AFFAIR: a 100% BLACK-OWNED RETAIL EXPERIENCE
Date and Time: Saturday, September 23 from 12 – 5pm
Reading about some of these black business events in Detroit that aren’t until September could be good for those that already have a black-owned business and are interested in vending at certain events. “The Black Affair” is a “100% black-owned retail experience”. Join for more casual networking and stay for the shopping. Not to mention, there’ll also be a live DJ, cash raffle, food, drinks, and hustle lessons. What to expect: exposure to Detroit’s finest small businesses, specifically products and services from health & beauty, fashion, food and wine, jewelry, financial services, community organizations and much more. Click HERE to learn more.
Location: Durfee Innovation Society 2470 Collingwood Street Detroit
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BLACK TECH SATURDAYS
The best part about “black events” in Detroit is that they continue on celebrating! Unification and community support can often be stronger the more people are able to connect physically. If you consider yourself tech savvy and full of black joy, then join Black Tech Saturdays in Detroit. This group aims to promote diversity, innovation, and community wealth to support Black tech. Click HERE to learn more and reserve a spot. Their next gathering is on Saturday, September 9, 2023.
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BLACK BUSINESS GIVE FORWARD
Date and time: Wednesday, August 23 at 11am
Get ready for good conversations and look forward to giving forward. Take a closer look at philanthropy and mentorship through the eyes of the Black Business panel. A panel of local business owners explores the opportunities to use corporate resources to give forward, including corporate social responsibility, mentorship, and more to help make America’s economy stronger. Moderated by Christianne Malone, click HERE to learn more and reserve a spot. creatives.
Location: TechTown Detroit 440 Burroughs Street Detroit, MI
THE BLACK WEDDING EXPERIENCE EXPO POP-UP IN DETROIT
Date & Time: September 23, 2023, from 11 am-3 pm
Black business events in Detroit have a special upcoming event announcement. The Black Wedding Experience (BWE) will be heading to Detroit, Michigan for their next Expo pop-up. The Black Wedding Experience (BWE) is a Black Woman-Owned business brand that specializes in nationwide expos showcasing minority vendors in the wedding space. Catch their artistry showcasing local black vendors at the Corner Ballpark, formerly the Tiger Stadium! Click HERE to visit their website and click HERE to join the event ($10 ticket).
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