Social Impact

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

The new year offers a fresh start and an opportunity to rethink how we support Black culture and businesses. Recent pullbacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives by many corporations have created setbacks for Black entrepreneurs and communities. These changes have made it harder for Black-owned businesses to thrive and for Black culture to receive the recognition and support it deserves. This moment calls for intentional actions that go beyond corporate prog