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Celebrate Black Business Week

Black Business Week Kickoff

Black Business Week Kick-off - Legacy on the Block: A Black Business Showcase

 

Date

Thursday, July 24th

Time of event

2 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Location 

George Floyd Square – 38th and Chicago

About this event

Join us for a vibrant celebration of Black-owned business, art, and culture at George Floyd Square. 

Some activities include:

  • Business tours of the block
  • Kitchen activation at City Foods Studio
  • Art crawl
  • Panel discussion

Organizers

  • Healthy Roots Institute
  • City Foods Studio
  • Plot Gallery
  • Agape Movement
  • Sabathani
  • CANDO

Ignite Business Conference: From Spark to Strategy

Ignite Business Conference: From Spark to Strategy

Date

Friday, July 25

Time of event

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Location

Minneapolis Institute of Art

2400 3rd Avenue South

About this event

A full day professional development conference designed for:

  • Black creatives
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Business owners

BIPOC artists and their supporters are welcome.

Organizer

ROHO Collective

Black Business Week Street Mall

Black Business Week Street Mall

Date

Saturday, July 26

Time of event

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 

Location 

Capri Theatre

2027 W Broadway

About this event

Explore our outdoor market where you can:

  • Shop
  • Discover
  • Support Black entrepreneurs

It’s not only about shopping; it’s about:

  • Coming together
  • Connecting
  • Strengthening the Northside community

There’s something for everyone at the Black Business Week Street Mall such as: 

  • Unique handmade goods
  • Fresh local food
  • Space to gather with friends and family

Organizer

West Broadway Business and Area Coalition 

Webber Camden & Northside Epicenter Black Business Expo

Webber Camden & Northside Epicenter Black Business Expo

Date

Saturday, July 26

Time of event

1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Location 

Northside Epicenter

705 N. 42nd Ave

About this event

Join us to highlight those shaping the future of North Minneapolis:

  • Entrepreneurs
  • Makers
  • Business owners

Discover products and services created by talented local vendors. Some item include:

  • Wellness goods
  • Beauty products
  • Handmade crafts
  • Food

This event is free. There will also be activities for the whole family.

Organizer

Webber Camden Neighborhood Organization

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East African Business Resource Fair

East African Business Resource Fair

Date

Monday, July 28

Time of event

3 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Location 

Brian Coyle Community Center

420 15th Avenue South

About this event

Join us to:

  • Network
  • Learn from East African business owners
  • Connect to community resources for businesses

Organizer

Confederation of Somali Community

The Business of Self-Care: A Micro-Workshop for Entrepreneurs

The Business of Self-Care: A Micro-Workshop for Entrepreneurs

Date

Tuesday, July 29

Time of event

5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Location 

Black Business Enterprises

1128 Harmon Pl., Suite 200

About this event

Join us for a 90-minute workshop to help business owners add these things to their business plans:

  • Rest
  • Boundaries
  • Emotional wellness

You’ll walk away with a personalized Self-Care Business Plan that includes:

  • Rituals
  • Boundary-setting tools
  • Strategies to support your wellbeing during high-stress times

We will focus on culturally relevant, actionable support for business owners.

This session is free and open to the public.

Organizer

Mind the Crown

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Space is limited. 

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Black Business Week Summit

Black Business Week Summit

Date

Wednesday, July 30

Time of event

1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Location 

Midtown Global Market

920 East Lake Street  

About this event

Join Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) and Midtown Global Market as we:

  • Connect Black entrepreneurs
  • Share resources
  • Build networks

This event is a great way to meet new people and take care of yourself. You can take part in things like:

  • Free headshots
  • Wellness workshops
  • Resource fair
  • Cooking demos

Organizer

Neighborhood Development Center

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The Black Business Exchange – Speed Mentoring with the Experts

The Black Business Exchange – Speed Mentoring with the Experts

Date

Thursday, July 31

Time of event

6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Location 

The Camden Social

4601 North Lyndale Ave

About this event

Ready to level up your business plans and connect with those who’ve already walked the path?

Join us for a special Black Business Week Speed Mentorship Mixer — a high-impact event designed to spark:

  • Clarity
  • Confidence
  • Connection

Organizer

West Broadway Business and Area Coalition 

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Space is limited.

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Entity Essentials: LLCs, Corporations & More Explained

Entity Essentials: LLCs, Corporations & More Explained 

Date

Thursday, July 31

Time of event

6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Location 

Virtual - Registration link to come

About this event

This easy-to-understand workshop is for new business owners, freelancers, and entrepreneurs. You’ll learn the main differences between common business types like:

  • LLCs
  • S-Corps
  • C-Corps
  • Sole Proprietorships

An experienced business lawyer, Anisha Murphy from Just Law LLC, will guide you through:

  • The good and bad of each business type
  • How your choice affects taxes, risk, and how your business runs
  • What to think about when choosing the best fit for you
  • The basic steps to start your business and follow the rules

Organizer

Just Law

Contact us

Small Business Team

Community Planning & Economic Development

Phone

612-673-2499

Address

Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 320
Minneapolis, MN 55415