Conferences are responsible for uniting some of the world’s most powerful individuals and corporations for the experience of a lifetime. Hundreds take place each year, but it’s not often that they create space for Black Women without being dwindled to a sector. However, professional events that are inclusive to our voices, growth, and culture do exist, and this is your guide to accessing them.
There are plenty of business conferences curated for and by Black Women who intentionally acknowledge our contributions and visibility. Whether it’s for the speaker sessions, brand activations, or new connections, they’re bound to grow your business.
As you plan for the year, here are the top business conferences for Black Women that need to be on your radar.
1. Sistahs in Business Expo and Conference
Founder, Aisha Taylor Issah
June 9-10, 2023 – Passaic, NJ
August 18-19, 2023 – Duluth, GA
The Sistahs in Business Expo is the country’s only multi-city, small business expo supporting and celebrating entrepreneurial women of color. With hundreds of opportunities available, the expo and conference offer a power-packed weekend of sisterhood and growth with dynamic speakers, networking, workshops, entertainment, and more.
2. Black Women In Data Summit
Founder, Brandeis, Marshall, Ph.D
September 23-24, 2023 — Atlanta, GA
Black Women in Data Summit centers Black women’s point of view in all spaces where data lives. This event presents the opportunity for attendees to expand their portfolios and skills, while exploring technology that is critical to the advancement of Black Women in the data workforce.
3. Roadmap to Billions Conference
Co-Founders, Esosa Ighodaro and Regina Gwynn
May 18-20, 2023 — Brooklyn, NY
The Roadmap to Billions Conference was designed by Black Women Talk Tech to create a space that amplifies the voices, ideas, and investments of Black Women. As the largest convening of Black Women tech entrepreneurs and technologists, this is the place for women looking to build the next billion-dollar tech or scalable company.
4. Licensed and Unbothered® by Savvy Chicks In Real Estate®
Founder, Makeda Smith
June 9-12, 2023 — Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Licensed & Unbothered® is one of the fastest growing conferences for women in real estate. Curated by Savvy Chicks In Real Estate®, it’s known for the ability to help women invest in real estate, build brokerages and realty teams, and create multiple streams of income within the industry.
5. Cre8tiveCon
Founder, Tamika Newhouse
April 1, 2023 — Atlanta, GA
April 22, 2023 — Los Angeles
Cre8tiveCon is one of the most interactive conferences uniting emerging literary creatives, educators, and skilled professionals in publishing and film. The multi-city event offers hands-on creative clinics, masterclasses, a film festival, and a pitch fest for filmmakers.
6. God. Goals. Growth. Conference
Founder, Charlenia Snider
September 21-23, 2023 — Charleston, SC
God. Goals. Growth. Conference is on a mission to impact, empower, and promote healthy relationships among aspiring and seasoned women in business. This faith-filled union is for women seeking to promote growth in God’s Kingdom through inspiration, business strategies, and resources.
7. Sista Summit
Co-Founders, Tokiwa T. Smith and Monique Childress
January 27, 2023 — Virtual
Sista Summit is the annual flagship event curated by the Sista Nonprofit Network for women in nonprofit and philanthropy sectors. Attendees can expect to build and change the trajectory of initiatives supporting our communities with conversations and strategic professional development.
8. Women and Wine Weekend
Founder, Tiffany “Taj” Burks
August 12-13, 2023 — Houston, TX
Women and Wine Weekend is a 2-day empowerment experience for well-rounded women. With focus on every facet of womanhood, the conference presents discussions and events around the roles women play in their personal and professional lives, while providing tools and resources to enhance their daily living.
9. MogulCon
Founder, Felicia Phillips
November 1-4, 2023, — Nashville, TN
MogulCon unites global, Black Women-owned businesses and corporate influencers to make an economic impact on our communities. The 3-day conference grants access to opportunities and professional growth through their signature business accelerator, masterclasses, trade show, and awards ceremony.
10. She Owns It She Biz
Co-Founders, Christi Love and Kiela Wilson
March 24, 2023 — Chicago, IL and Online (Hybrid)
She Owns It She Biz is a hybrid conference for women winning in business, aspiring entrepreneurs, and community leaders. The celebration fosters a growth environment to affect real change in society, the workplace, and entrepreneurial spaces.
11. BOW Collective™ Conference
Founder, Nic Cober, Esq.
January 30 – February 1, 2023 — Charleston, SC
The BOW Collective™ Conference and Awards Gala gathers hundreds of Black Women professionals in the public and private sectors for strategic operational solutions and growth. Their powerful sisterhood collaborates with corporate allies to scale Black Women entrepreneurs to the next level.
12. Women of PM Conference
Founder, Asya Watkins
August 24 – 26, 2023 — Atlanta, GA
The Women of Project Management (PM) Conference is the annual event for women of color in the project management industry. Attendees gather in a safe space to support and amplify their voices and initiatives of every specialty in the industry through speakers, education, and valuable resources.
13. Sistas in Sales Summit
Founder, Chantel George
September 21 – 23, 2023 — New York City, NY
The Sistas in Sales Summit creates one of the most prominent celebrations for Black and brown women in sales. The event offers networking opportunities and tactical workshops for guidance through financial wealth building and pitching, while encouraging self-care for women in the fast-paced industry.
14. Black Girls In Media: The Conference
Founder, Tasha McCaskiel
2023 Date & Location TBD
Black Girls In Media: The Conference brings women from various professional media backgrounds together for a one-day experience. Supporting minority women in the industry, the conference presents notable panelists, activations, performances, and networking.
15. AFROTECH® Conference
Founder, Morgan DeBaun
November 1 – 5, 2023 — Austin, TX
AFROTECH™ Conference is the largest Black tech conference, connecting 20,000+ professionals and innovators throughout the industry. Experience networking opportunities, tech activations, emerging trends, and engage in conversations with industry leaders and tech recruiters.
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