Black Business Expo

Gwinnett Black Business Expo 2026 – August 15th – Norcross, GA | 1-6PM

by Black BusinessBuy BlackEntrepreneurship Service ProvidersGrantsGwinnett County Black Chamber of CommerceSmall BusinessSolopreneurYouthpreneur

Gwinnett Black Business Expo 2026 presented by the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce, Black Gwinnett Magazine.

EXPERIENCE BLACK BUSINESS EXCELLENCE

Come experience Black business excellence at the 3rd Gwinnett Black Business Expo 2026, presented by the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce.

Shop Black-owned businesses. Meet entrepreneurs. Connect with business resources. Learn about capital and contracts. Meet community leaders. Build relationships. Discover opportunities.

Whether you are a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, professional, student or community member, there is something for you.

BLACK BUSINESS MARKETPLACE

Discover Black-owned businesses offering products and services across a variety of industries. Come ready to shop, connect and BUYCOTT Black-Owned Businesses!

BUSINESS RESOURCES AND TRAINING

Looking for capital, contracts, technical assistance, workforce resources or help growing your business?

Meet organizations providing resources and opportunities for entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Connect directly with representatives and learn about:

• Business loans and access to capital
• CDFI lending
• Government contracting and procurement
• Technical assistance
• Business training
• Workforce programs
• Interns and emerging talent
• Technology resources and training
• Regional economic development opportunities
• Programs designed to help businesses start, grow and scale

Bring your questions. Make connections. Discover resources.

THE BLACK BUSINESS AGENDA

Georgia Candidates Meet Gwinnett Black Businesses

Candidates seeking public office in Georgia are being invited to meet Gwinnett’s Black business owners, entrepreneurs and community members. This is not a traditional political forum. It is a Black business conversation.

Candidates will be invited to meet business owners, visit exhibitors and discuss issues affecting Black entrepreneurship, including access to capital, government contracts, procurement, commercial property ownership, workforce development and economic opportunity.

ONE GEORGIA COLLABORATIVE

Connect with the One Georgia Collaborative and learn how entrepreneurs, business organizations, chambers, lenders, workforce organizations and resource partners are connecting across Georgia. Visit onegeorgiacollab.org.

BLACK BUSINESS EXCELLENCE PHOTO EXPERIENCE

Don’t leave without getting your picture!

Stop by our Black Business Excellence Photo Experience. Grab a prop. Take a photo. Share it. Tell Georgia that you support Black-owned businesses.

AND THE DAY DOESN’T END AT 6 P.M.!

Stay for A Taste of Black Gwinnett, continuing from 6:00–10:00 PM with Black-owned businesses, food, music, Spades, Bid Whist, Black trivia, entertainment, door prizes and community.

Admission is FREE all day!

ATTEND. CONNECT. BUYCOTT.

Saturday, August 15, 2026
Gwinnett Black Business Expo | 1:00–6:00 PM
A Taste of Black Gwinnett | 6:00–10:00 PM

Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center
10 College Street, Norcross, Georgia 30071

Presented by the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (blackchambergwinnett.com) and Black Gwinnett Magazine. (blackgwinnett.com).

Experience Black Business Excellence.

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A Taste of Black Gwinnett: Small Business Month Edition | August 15, 2026 | Norcross, GA | 6-10pm

by A Taste of Black GwinnettBlack BusinessSmall BusinessSolopreneurYouthpreneur

Celebrate Black August, Black Business Month, Back-To-School with the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) at one of the exciting,community experiences in Gwinnett County Georgia! A Taste of Black Gwinnett is a Black community event that we invite all cultures to come out to support!

We spotlight and support Black-owned businesses with food, products, creativity and services, including youth entrepreneurs. We are bringing the community together for an unforgettable experience. Plus, a Back-To-School Supplies giveaways! REGISTER TODAY AT https://atobg-black-business-month-2026.eventbrite.com.

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Delicious Food from Local Black Vendors
  • Black-Owned Business Marketplace with Products and Services
  • Music + Comedy + Vibes
  • Trivia, Games + Spades + Bid Whist
  • Family-Friendly Fun
  • Animations
  • Photo Moments + Social Media Highlights
  • Networking + Business Connections

VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES

This is your chance to sell, promote, and connect directly with the community.

  • Business Vendors (Products and Services)
  • Youthpreneurs (under 18)
  • Food Vendors

All vendors will gain exposure to a highly engaged audience ready to support Black businesses.

BE A VENDOR AT THE EVENT – $75+! Get your vendor ticket right here!

WHY YOU NEED TO BE HERE

This isn’t just another pop-up. This is about:

— Circulating dollars in our community
— Supporting Black entrepreneurship
— Building relationships that lead to real opportunities
— Celebrating US — our culture, our excellence, our power

COMMUNITY ADMISSION

Bring your family, your friends, your appetite, and your energy.
Youth 12 and under – FREE | General Admission – $5
Let’s celebrate, support, and build together.

SPONSORS

Presented by Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce, Urban Mediamakers, Black Gwinnett Magazine and Camrose Creative Services.

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The Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) organizing committee of this event is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible event for all members of the community. We aim to foster cultural understanding and appreciation while offering a space for Gwinnett County businesses and entrepreneurs from the Black diaspora to flourish and gain visibility. Visit the organization at https://blackchambergwinnett.com.

GCBCC, it volunteers, staff, affiliates, and sponsors are not liable for any personal or product injury at this event.

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One Georgia™ Launches Statewide Conversation on the Future of Micro-Enterprises

by Chambers of CommerceEntrepreneurship Service ProvidersMicro-EnterprisesSmall BusinessSolopreneur

The Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) successfully launched the inaugural One Georgia: Chambers and Micro-Enterprises Collaborating statewide virtual convening on Thursday, May 28, 2026. The session brought together entrepreneurs, chambers of commerce, ecosystem organizations, consultants, nonprofit leaders, economic development professionals, and business support organizations from across Georgia.

Presented by the Georgia Micro Enterprise Network (GMEN) in collaboration with the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce, the 90-minute virtual session attracted 62 participants representing more than 23 organizations throughout the state. Participants engaged in meaningful discussions surrounding entrepreneurship, chamber collaboration, access to capital, business visibility, technology adoption, community partnerships, and the future of Georgia’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The convening was created to foster stronger connections between chambers of commerce, entrepreneurs, and the organizations that support small business growth. Throughout the session, attendees shared ideas, resources, challenges, opportunities, and recommendations for strengthening support systems for Georgia’s micro-enterprises and very small businesses.

Several key themes emerged from the conversation. These themes included the need for greater collaboration among ecosystem organizations, stronger capital readiness education, increased business visibility, technology and AI preparedness, and strategic partnerships. Creating innovative approaches to supporting entrepreneurs throughout urban, suburban, rural, and coastal communities emphasized.

Due to the overwhelming response and engagement from participants, One Georgia will continue as an ongoing statewide initiative designed to facilitate collaboration, education, relationship-building, and ecosystem development across Georgia. The next statewide convening is scheduled virtually for Thursday, June 25, 2026, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and will focus on:

Why Businesses Get Denied Funding — And How to Get Approved

The Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce invites chambers, entrepreneurs, ecosystem organizations, lenders, consultants, and community stakeholders throughout Georgia to participate in future One Georgia conversations as we work together to strengthen the state’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Funding Opportunities for Entrepreneurs Right Now – Local, State and Federal Grants and Loans

There are many funding opportunities available right now. Just make sure you’re ready to submit an application and get approved.

Download Resources from Inaugural Session on May 28, 2026

To review the outcomes of the inaugural convening, download the following resources:

• One Georgia Inaugural Convening Report
• One Georgia Chat & Networking Connections Report

Together, we build collaboration, revenue, and community.

Questions: Contact Renee at 404.590.4716.

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GCBCC August 14, 2024 Meeting :: Guest Speaker, Terri Dennison, USA Small Business Administration (SBA) Southeast Regional Director

by Black BusinessBlack DiasporaBuy BlackGwinnett County Black Chamber of CommerceSenior Citizen StartupsSolopreneurYouthpreneur

IN-PERSON EVENT :: Come out and support the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) for the Wednesday, August 14, 2024 monthly meeting at the Gwinnett County Public Library – Five Forks Trickum Branch – 2780 Five Forks Trickum Rd SW, Lawrenceville, GA 30044. Register FREE at https://camrose-creative.ticketleap.com/gcbcc-meeting/.

Our guest speaker is Terri Dennison, the Southeast Regional Director of the United States Small Business Administration (SBA). Ms. Dennison will provide information on major SBA initiatives for entrepreneurs and small businesses, as well other resources.

GCBCC monthly meetings/networking provides an opportunity to connect, learn about opportunities for you and your business! Let’s thrive together!