Celebrating 10 Years of Black Business Empowerment

For over a decade, Black BRAND, a nonprofit 501(c)(3), has been the leading force in growing and supporting Black-owned businesses in Hampton Roads. We are more than a chamber—we are a catalyst for economic justice, innovation, community transformation and closing the racial wealth gap.

Whether you’re just starting in the business or nonprofit world, mid-career, seasoned executive, building your first business or expanding your enterprise, Black BRAND is where Black business thrives.

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Black BRAND has helped launch and scale hundreds of Black-owned businesses and nonprofits across the region. From first-time entrepreneurs to established leaders, our members gain access to the tools, capital and network they need to succeed.

Our 10th anniversary we’ve helped uplift Hampton Roads—and you’re invited to be part of what’s next.

Why Join Black BRAND?

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Grow Your Business.

Access funding opportunities, accelerator programs, mentorship and visibility to grow your business faster.

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Build Powerful Connections

Join a network of business leaders, investors, policymakers and changemakers who champion Black economic success.

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Amplify Your Voice

We advocate for policies and initiatives that level the playing field locally, statewide and nationwide. Your success is our mission.

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Drive Regional Change

Our BRAND pillars—business, Research, Analytics, Networking, and Development—guide our Black BRAND mission, vision, and every initiative to ensure measurable impact.

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Leading a Regional Renaissance

By empowering Black entrepreneurs and professionals, we’re building a Regional Renaissance—a movement rooted in equity, excellence and legacy to close gaps and create generational wealth.

This is beyond your economic development. It is your legacy.

Ready to Build? Lets Go!

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Join now and select from the turnkey programs designed to elevate your journey to success.

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