8 Days
PROGRAMMING
10,000 +
PROFESSIONALS
100 +
VENDORS
20 +
PITCH SLOTS
6 YRS
OF EXCELLENCE
Leading Women Executives Award
Unlock HER Power
December 02, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Honoring extraordinary women executives at the 5th Annual Leading Women Executives Awards for their contribution to Community Building, Capital Markets, Technology, and Fundraising. This inspiring banquet recognizes women who are breaking barriers, uplifting communities, and paving the way for future generations through visionary leadership and lasting impact.
cyber week
AI FOR
ENTREPRENEURS
5 Days of
AI Training
NOV. 30th – DEC. 4th
Daily: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Show Up From Anywhere
Join live or catch the recording after. Free with a BEW PASS
Founder Fireside Chats
Live conversations with founders,tech SMEs, and VCs
Built Exactly For You
Entrepreneurs, professionals, business owners, startup orgs
- Cyber Week Day 1: AI Foundations for BusinessMon, Nov 30Virtual Event
- Cyber Week Day 2: AI for Marketing and ContentTue, Dec 01Virtual Event
- Cyber Week Day 3: AI for Operations and ProductivityWed, Dec 02Virtual Event
- Cyber Week Day 4: AI for Finance and FundingThu, Dec 03Virtual Event
- Cyber Week Day 5: Fireside Chats Founders & VCsFri, Dec 04Virtual Event
b.e.w. is BUILT FOR YOU
who shows up
BEW is built for every stage of the entrepreneurship journey.
Founders
Early to growth-stage entrepreneurs building real businesses
Nonprofits
Social impact orgs building capacity and community
Professionals
Exploring entrepreneurship alongside your career
Corporates
Investing in diverse supplier development
Students
Next-gen leaders gaining access and mentorship
Investors
Angels and VCs discovering next-gen founders
COME FOR THE WEEK
LEAVE WITH MORE
One week of real tools, real capital, and real community built for entrepreneurs who are ready to own it.
Funding Pathways
01
Pitch competitions, investor panels & capital connections
Strategic Collaboration
04
Build lasting partnerships with founders, sponsors & community.
AI & Tech Training
02
Five days of workshops offer exclusive tools for a competitive edge.
Visibility & Recognition
05
Media exposure and award events boost visibility.
Customer Connections
03
Over 10,000 attendees came together to support minority-owned businesses.
Community & Wellness
06
Sustainable success includes mental, physical, and financial health.
let's get to work
CHOOSE YOUR ROLE
BEW 2026 needs builders, backers, sellers, and storytellers.
Sponsor
Showcase your brand to over 10,000 entrepreneurs and community leaders.
Pitch
Present to real investors and compete for transformative capital.
Vendor
Connect with community members eager to explore, support, and invest.
Speaker
Share your knowledge with motivated entrepreneurs ready to take action.
Volunteer
Empower BEW from within and gain invaluable connections.
2026 THEME
From Culture,
to Capital,
To OWNERSHIP
As the nation marks 250 years, we honor that legacy while building the next one.
For 250 years, Black brilliance has shaped this nation's soul.
Our culture created the music, the style, the food, and the energy this country runs on. Culture without capital is just history. Capital without ownership is just labor. BEW 2026 is our declaration. This week, we change that.
250 YEARS IN THE MAKING
BLACK BUSINESS BUILT AMERICA
We were entrepreneurs before entrepreneurship had a name.
There are over 3.7 million Black-owned businesses in America, generating more than $206 billion annually.
We are the fastest-growing segment of entrepreneurs in the country. And we are just getting started. BEW 2026 exists to accelerate what history has already proven: Black business is not a movement. It's a majority.
YEAR SIX. UNDEFEATED.
Get your tickets
Choose a pass or register for individual events below.
2026 SCHEDULE
Find your events and lock in your spot.
the impact
Every Entrepreneur Deserves a Week Like This.
Last year, with a reach of 1,000,000 viewers, over 10,000 virtual and in-person entrepreneurs packed the rooms, won the pitches, made the connections, and left with more than they came with. BEW 2025 proved that when Black businesses get the right platform, there is no ceiling. BEW 2026 is bigger, bolder, and built to top it.
1M +
VIEWERS
10,000 +
VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON
$5000 +
CASH PRIZES
10 +
EVENTS
25 +
SPEAKERS
donate
Don't just attend. Invest.
Your donation to the Equiliberty Community Impact Foundation is more than generosity — it's a stake in the future of Black business in America.
six years strong
We Don't Just Talk About Black Wealth. WE BUILD IT.
Black Entrepreneurs Week exists for one reason. To put Black-owned businesses in the rooms, the networks, and the conversations that change everything. We create opportunities for entrepreneurial growth, wealth-building, and community ownership. Not just for today. For the next generation, too.
THE FORCE BEHIND BEW
Black Entrepreneurs Week is Powered by Equiliberty.
A community of makers, creators, and entrepreneurs who use their skills and talent to build businesses that create generational wealth. Not just for themselves. For the whole community. Equiliberty believes that economic empowerment starts from within. When we build together, we own together.
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nov. 28th - Dec. 5th | houston tx.
Get on the list and be the first to know when tickets, speakers, and more event details go live.
GOT QUESTIONS?
We Got Answers
I'm just starting my business. Is BEW for me?
Absolutely. BEW was built for every stage of the entrepreneurial journey. Whether you have an idea on a napkin or a business doing six figures, there is a room, an event, and a conversation at BEW designed specifically for where you are right now.
I work a 9-to-5 but want to start a business. Should I come?
Yes. BEW is for the entrepreneur in you, not just the business card you carry. Come to learn, connect, and get the push you need to make the move.
Is BEW only for Black entrepreneurs?
BEW is rooted in Black entrepreneurship and community ownership. All are welcome to attend, learn, and support the movement.
I'm a nonprofit leader. Is there something here for me?
Yes. Giving Tuesday and the Community Town Hall are built specifically for nonprofit leaders and social impact organizations ready to grow their reach and impact.
What if I'm an investor or corporate professional?
BEW needs you in the room too. Sponsor, speak, connect, and put your resources where the opportunity is.
What if I can’t attend in person?
BEW sessions will be LIVE with replay options.
What will I actually walk away with?
Real connections, real knowledge, and real momentum. Depending on which events you attend you could walk away with investor introductions, AI skills, financial strategy, pitch feedback, cash prizes, and a network of entrepreneurs who actually get what you are building.
Are there really cash prizes?
Yes. The Founders Day and the Legacy 1865 Pitch Competition both offer real cash prizes for entrepreneurs ready to compete and win.
Will I actually meet investors?
Yes. BEW is designed to close the gap between Black entrepreneurs and the capital they deserve. Investors attend, sponsor, and participate throughout the week.
Is the AI training actually useful for small business owners?
Built for it. The Cyber Monday AI Training Week runs Monday through Friday and is designed specifically for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and startup founders who want to use AI to grow faster and work smarter.
How is BEW different from other business conferences?
Most conferences put you in a room and hand you a schedule. BEW puts you in the right room with the right people at the right time. Every event is intentional, every connection is purposeful, and every moment is built around one goal. Your ownership.
CONNECT
Let's talk. Drop us a line and we'll get back to you.
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