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
let's get to work
help build the foundation
BEW ATL 2026 needs builders, backers, sellers, and storytellers.
COME FOR THE WEEKEND
LEAVE WITH MORE
BEW is expanding its footprint to Atlanta, bringing the same energy, connection, and opportunity to another major cultural and economic hub in the South.
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.
2026 SCHEDULE
Find your events and lock in your spot.
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.
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
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.
GOT QUESTIONS?
We Got Answers
What is Black Entrepreneurs Weekend Atlanta?
BEW Atlanta is a three-day experience designed to connect entrepreneurs, professionals, investors, corporate leaders, creatives, and community partners through meaningful conversations, networking, service, and collaboration. It's about building relationships that create long-term economic opportunity.
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 Atlanta only for Black entrepreneurs?
BEW is rooted in advancing Black entrepreneurship, economic mobility, and community ownership. Everyone who supports the mission and wants to build authentic relationships is welcome to attend.
I'm a corporate leader, investor, or community partner. Is this for me?
Yes. BEW Atlanta brings together business leaders, corporations, public officials, and community organizations committed to supporting entrepreneurship, economic development, and long-term community investment.
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 types of events are included?
BEW Atlanta features networking experiences, community service initiatives, leadership conversations, faith-centered programming, partnership opportunities, and a closing celebration designed to strengthen Atlanta's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
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.
I work full-time but want to become an entrepreneur. Should I attend?
Yes. Many successful entrepreneurs begin while working a full-time job. BEW Atlanta is a great place to gain inspiration, make valuable connections, and learn from people who have successfully made that transition.
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.
What should I wear?
Business casual is appropriate for most events. Some experiences may be more social or community-focused, so we recommend checking the individual event details for any specific attire suggestions.
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.
How do I stay informed about event updates?
Once you register, you'll receive updates by email with event details, schedules, locations, and any important announcements leading up to Black Entrepreneurs Weekend Atlanta.
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