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In this Ever-changing Landscape, Connecting is the Key to Staying Ahead
Come and be a part of the 2025 Black Entrepreneurs Week (BEW),
launching the holiday season in support of Houston's Black
entrepreneurs. This powerful week honors Black-owned
businesses, nurtures community entrepreneurship, encourages
wealth-building initiatives, and provides networking
opportunities to forge lasting connections.
Once again, BEW is excited to host pitch competitions offering
substantial cash prizes and provide a platform for innovative
ideas to shine. This isn't just an event—it's an opportunity
to learn, connect, and thrive. Secure your spot and be a part
of amplifying the success of Black entrepreneurs.
Uplifting Business and Community
Black Entrepreneurs Week (BEW) is a full week dedicated to bringing recognition to and uplifting the efforts of Black-owned businesses, while connecting them to the local community. Through a series of events, BEW creates opportunities that will help with the growth of entrepreneurship and wealth-building initiatives in our communities.
BEW is open to all entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, and community members who support Black business excellence and economic empowerment.
Registration includes access to all workshops, networking events, pitch competitions, keynote speakers, and celebration events throughout the week.
We offer various sponsorship levels to fit your budget and goals. Visit our partnership page or contact us directly at info@equilibertyfoundation.org for more information.
Pitch Competition
BEW's Pitch Competition is your gateway to the world of business competition, a chance to secure both capital and victory. Small business owners can register to showcase their entrepreneurial prowess in a dynamic pitch to a diverse panel of investors as your audience!
Black Founders Day
The Legacy 1865 Pitch Competition is exclusively for Tech Founders the bold builders who are redefining industries with innovation, code, data, and disruption. This is where vision meets velocity.
The winning check is fuel designed to scale fast:
- ✓ Product development
- ✓ Marketing push
- ✓ Ops upgrades
- ✓ Talent
- ✓ Market expansion
Open to Tech Founders of all races and backgrounds.
✨ Thank you to all applicants! ✨
2024 Pitch Competition Winner
Become a Partner
Step into the spotlight during Black Entrepreneurs Week 2025! Showcase your brand's commitment to access to capital and wealth building by becoming a sponsor. Together, let's empower Black entrepreneurs to reach new heights of success.
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