UK BLACK BUSINESS SHOW 2023

Saturday 7th October 2023 // 9am - 6pm

Business Design Centre, 52 Upper St, Islington, London, N1 0QH

THE UK BLACK BUSINESS SHOW HAS BEEN CREATED TO INSPIRE AND CONNECT BLACK BUSINESS OWNERS AND PROFESSIONALS

Through exhibits, deep-dive workshops, interactive panels, and seminars, delivered by industry pioneers, this event will enable personal, professional and corporate development.

To celebrate UK Black History Month, The UK Black Business Show will be taking place in October. The show will highlight the achievements and contributions Black businesses have made to the economy. Attendees will gain cutting-edge insight and advice in entrepreneurship, leadership, soft skills and cultural development from some of the UK’s leading Black business owners.

Join us in supporting the future of UK Black Business.

The UK Black Business Show is a part of UK Black Business Week.

Exclusive Headline Partner

HSBC Logo

Gold Sponsor

JP Morgan

Silver Sponsor

Panel Sponsor

Associate Sponsor

British Business Bank

Corporate Exhibitors

UK BLACK BUSINESS SHOW IS FOR:

Start-ups & entrepreneurs

Rub shoulders with other entrepreneurs, hear from industry leaders, and get ready to kick your business into high gear! Join us for the hottest tips, practical skills, and networking opportunities to grow your business.

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Scale-up businesses

Whatever your next priority for your business, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with other scale-up founders and learn from the best. Don’t miss out on this chance to accelerate your growth and take your business to new heights.

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Early Careers

Whether you’re looking for your first job or trying to break into a competitive sector, UK Black Business Show is the perfect opportunity to gain practical skills, make invaluable connections, and take the first step toward achieving your career goals.

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Experienced professionals

Unlock your FULL potential without limits! If you want to switch careers or prepare for leadership roles within your industry, our event is the perfect place to enhance your skill set, connect with like-minded professionals, and start your journey toward a more fulfilling career.

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  Network & learn   |   Meet Black professionals & entrepreneurs   |   Recruit Black talent   |   Discover Black Owned Businesses   |   Showcase your company   | 

  Network & learn   |   Meet Black professionals & entrepreneurs   |   Recruit Black talent   |   Discover Black Owned Businesses   |   Showcase your company   | 

80

Speakers

6000

Visitors

200

Exhibitors

WHAT TO EXPECT...

MAIN STAGE
Hear advice on how to grow your business from the greatest Black small business experts the UK has to offer.

SEMINARS
Get the latest tips from our business and career experts. From building a sustainability strategy for your business, to getting guidance on how to win big bids. For the business leaders of tomorrow, find out how to get a mentor or land your next big career move into tech.

NETWORKING LOUNGE
Master the codes to success that have seen others excel with the power of networking. In the networking lounge you’ll get the black book of contacts to launch your own business, meet your next investor, co-founder, customer and more…

CAREERS ADVICE
If you’re considering your options, meet with employers from all over the UK that are looking for you!

EXPERT CLINICS
We have teamed up with funding, exporting, marketing, branding and strategy experts to give you expert advice in a 1-2-1 setting.

SHOPPING
The UK Black Business Show is the biggest Black-owned shopping experience in Europe with over 150 exhibitors you’ll love to see! From food and drink, hair and beauty, fashion, home and gift. You’ll be inspired to buy Black-owned long after the show ends.

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