Black Business Forum
Expodeck United Kingdom · Birmingham

Black Business Forum

Dates
June 20, 2026 – June 20, 2026
Venue
The Eastside Rooms
Location
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Dates
June 20, 2026 – June 20, 2026
Venue
The Eastside Rooms
Location
Birmingham, United Kingdom

About This Expo

The Black Business Forum 2026, held on June 20 in Birmingham, UK, is a pivotal one-day event designed to accelerate business growth, leadership, innovation, and networking within the Black business community. Evolving from the successful "Birmingham Black Business Show," this forum offers a highly focused platform for high-level entrepreneurs, senior professionals, and investors. Anticipating over 1,000 attendees, it provides a curated experience through keynote sessions, expert-led masterclasses, and dedicated business advice hubs. For exhibitors, it's an unparalleled opportunity to engage directly with a concentrated audience of high-growth entrepreneurs and influential professionals, facilitating lead generation and strategic partnerships. Professional buyers and attendees gain access to a curated network of innovative Black-led businesses, invaluable market insights, and investment opportunities. The forum ensures participants leave with actionable strategies, expanded networks, and clarity for business acceleration and career advancement. It's a critical gathering for those seeking practical knowledge in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

Highlights

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Inspirational Keynote Speakers
Hear from prominent figures like Olympic champion Dame Kelly Holmes and former Dragon's Den investor Piers Linney MBE, offering invaluable insights.
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Expert-Led Masterclasses & Panels
Participate in intimate breakout masterclasses and focused panel discussions for actionable strategies and practical knowledge.
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Strategic Networking Opportunities
Connect with high-level entrepreneurs, investors, and senior professionals to foster collaborations and strategic alliances.
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Dedicated Business Advice Hubs
Access one-on-one guidance from experts in business growth, funding, and career development to accelerate your journey.

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FAQ

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The forum targets high-level entrepreneurs (scaling 6, 7, 8-figure businesses), business leaders, investors, fund managers, senior/mid-level Black professionals, and private sector leaders committed to inclusion.
Attendees can expect keynote sessions, expert-led masterclasses, panel discussions, and dedicated business advice hubs, focusing on growth, leadership, innovation (including AI), and funding.
The Black Business Forum evolved from the successful "Birmingham Black Business Show," which ran for four years and attracted over 3,000 attendees in 2023, signifying a strategic shift to a more focused platform.
The event is scheduled for June 20, 2026, at The Eastside Rooms in Birmingham, United Kingdom.