This registration is for the Black Business Forum (Educational Summit) taking place on April 18, 2026. Please note that the Black Business Expo is a separate marketplace event held on a different date; registration for the Forum does not include an Expo vendor booth.

• Keynote - Funding Strategies & Capital Access: Positioning Your Business for Bank Funding and Scalable Growth Presented by a Leading Banking & Financial Institution (TBA)

• Expert Masterclasses: Master the path from Idea to Retail Shelf, learn to leverage AI for Business Efficiency, and solidify your Business Structure for long-term scalability.

• The Connection Hub (Networking Cafe): Take a break in our dedicated lounge. We’ll be serving light snacks, premium coffee, and tea throughout the day—the perfect environment to build your "Community."

• Direct Access Q&A: This isn’t just a lecture. Every session features a dedicated Q&A where you can ask our experts the specific questions you have about your unique business journey.

• On-Site Boutique Shopping: Get a head start on the Expo vibes with a select group of featured vendors available for shopping during our breaks.

• Food Truck Row: We’ve partnered with local favorites to have food trucks on-site during the lunch break (meals available for purchase).