Black Business

Black Women’s Expo 2026: A Celebration of Community, Conversation & Culture For more than 30 years, the Black Women’s Expo has created a space where entrepreneurship, culture, wellness, education, and community intersect. Founded by Merry Green, the expo has grown into one of the country’s most recognized celebrations of Black women, providing a platform where businesses, leaders, creators, and change-makers can connect and thrive. The 2026 Black Women’s Expo returned to Chic

Healthy feet are often overlooked, but at NailCandy1122, foot care is viewed as an essential part of overall wellness. Located in Perry Hall, Maryland, this Black woman-owned wellness nail studio specializes in waterless pedicures and medical-focused foot care, creating a safe, hygienic, and elevated experience for every client. Under the leadership of Certified Master Pedicurist and Certified Medical Pedicurist Tarsha Johns-Avent, NailCandy1122 serves clients of all ages, in

For many Black families, wellness didn’t begin with expensive supplements or luxury health stores. It started in our kitchens, gardens, and conversations in the family. Over time, the knowledge and just the concept of wellness became harder to access and understand. Wellness began to feel complicated and harder to access. Holmes Hydration is helping to change that. Based in Baltimore, Maryland, the Black-owned wellness brand creates small-batch herbal teas, infused honeys, in

Strong writing has the power to open doors, and Patricia Franklin is making sure more people have the tools to walk through them. As the founder of Franklin Freelance Writing Consulting, Patricia is passionate about helping individuals, entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and businesses communicate with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Her work extends beyond writing documents, it’s about helping people tell their stories in ways that create meaningful opportunities. Through her sign