The anniversary celebration is set to occur at Atlanta's historic Fox Theatre, hailed as the "Capital of Black Entrepreneurship," on Friday, Nov. 22. The event will host appearances by Kelly Rowland, Charlamagne Tha God, Flavor Flav, Jordan Chiles, and a live performance by 2Chainz, among others. Additionally, the 'NAACP Powershift Entrepreneur Grant' is open for submissions, with the goal for this year's distribution to exceed $1 million in grants for Black businesses.
Daymond John, the entrepreneur and investor, is excited to announce the fifth Annual Black Entrepreneurs Day (BED), scheduled for Friday, Nov. 22 at the iconic Fox Theater in Atlanta – a landmark of the Civil Rights Movement and a center of Black culture and excellence. This year, BED will be complimentary for all attendees and will feature branded activations, along with light bites and drinks available for purchase, ensuring a memorable experience designed to entertain, inform, and inspire.
Established in 2020 as a response to the community's challenges following the tragic events related to George Floyd, Black Entrepreneurs Day was conceived to transform the narrative from destruction to empowerment. Dedicated to aiding Black entrepreneurs, the event seeks to educate and motivate through dialogues with renowned Black leaders and celebrity guests, and it will offer vital financial assistance via the NAACP Powershift Grant program.
Tickets for Black Entrepreneurs Day 2024 are complimentary and can be reserved at BlackEntrepreneursDay.com now.
The event promises stimulating discussions with a remarkable array of guests, including Grammy-winning artist and philanthropist Kelly Rowland; the legendary entertainer Flavor Flav, celebrated for his distinctive humor and cultural impact; the influential media figure Charlamagne tha God, known for his incisive commentary on social issues; and Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles (presented by J.P. Morgan Wealth Management), among others.
