The Hampton Roads region—comprised of the iconic Seven Cities—is a powerhouse of American commerce. Home to the fastest-growing port on the East Coast, a massive military and defense sector, and burgeoning industries like advanced manufacturing, logistics, and clean energy, the economic opportunity here is enormous. It’s a region engineered for global business and poised for…
For years, Black BRAND has stood as a beacon for Black-owned businesses, championing their growth and working tirelessly to foster economic empowerment in Black communities. From day one, we knew our path wouldn’t be easy. After all, if our mission to uplift and empower Black entrepreneurs were universally accepted, there would have been no need…
At Black BRAND, Hampton Roads’ Black Chamber of Commerce, we are dedicated to empowering Black women entrepreneurs and nurturing the leaders of tomorrow. In proud partnership with Norfolk State University, and with the invaluable support of the Blocker Foundation, Truist Foundation, and Riverside Health System, we recently hosted a transformative experience: the Women Who Lead…
Reflections from the CEO of Black BRAND: Embracing 2025 as Our Regional Renaissance The future seems uncertain. The present is chaotic. The past is out of reach. At Black BRAND, I do not deny the reality where we find ourselves. These times are turbulent and unprecedented, and denial does not serve any of us well.…