One of the biggest Black business events in the UK – showcasing the skills of more than 100 entrepreneurs – is set for Birmingham this weekend.
The UK Black Business Show will help create exciting new workplace opportunities for Black talent.
The June 18 event at the NEC will highlight an array of talent and expertise from a variety of different sectors, from health to food and beverage, fashion, beauty and professional services.
From the team which organises UK Black Business Week and the Black Tech Achievement Awards, the event is set to attract over 2,000 attendees who are expected to join in main stage sessions, career workshops, roundtables and investor pitches. Leading employers will be on hand to meet attendees and help create equitable job opportunities for Black candidates.
Michael Adeniya (pictured), chief operating officer of UK Black Business Show, said: “The West Midlands entrepreneurial spirit hasn’t diminished despite the economic impact of the pandemic.
“In fact, over 18,000 new start-up enterprises launched during the pandemic, and Wolverhampton alone is seeing 11 new businesses launch every day. It’s an honour to be able to give the Black business community in the region a show that celebrates this.”
Chief executive of event partners Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce Henrietta Brealey, said: “We are delighted to be supporting this event that will showcase the entrepreneurial talent of the region’s Black business community.
“The West Midlands is one of the most diverse regions in the UK and home to an exciting business ecosystem. Our mission at the Chamber is to Connect, Support and Grow local businesses and we are looking forward to working with the Birmingham Black Business Show as they do just that – share learning, celebrate success, inspire and link delegates to opportunities.”
Headlined by HSBC UK, the Birmingham Black Business Show has also secured partnerships with Goldman Sachs, Deutsche Bank, the British Business Bank, Metro Bank, Accenture, Experian, BT, HS2 and many other high-profile Midlands companies.
The Birmingham Black Business Show has been created to inspire and connect Black business owners and professionals. With the use of exhibits, workshops, interactive panels and seminars delivered by leading industry figures, the event aims to encourage personal, professional and corporate development.
The show will highlight the achievements and contributions made by Black businesses 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.
