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.

Don't miss the excitement

BEW 2025 Event Timeline

Nov
7
Friday, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

BEW - How to Create The Perfect Pitch

Location: Chase Bank, 1605 Lockwood Dr. Houston TX 77020 (Hybrid - Online Streaming Available)

Take advantage of our pitch competition prep course! This session is open to all aspiring for-profit entrepreneurs. Refine your pitch and compete for cash prizes! Featuring Branden Morris with formal guidance, conversational discussions with previous LEW/BEW winners, real-time entrepreneur support, and Q&A.

Nov
29
Saturday, 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

BEW Kickoff Celebration

Location: The Deluxe Theater, 3303 Lyons Ave, Houston, TX 77020

All families are welcome! A Taste of Houston Soul, Community Parade, BEW Market, Pitch Competition and Youth Wealth Seminar, and Black Movie Night & Karaoke.

Nov
30
Sunday, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

"Keeping the Faith Sunday" – Wellness Brunch

Location: Henke & Pilot, 809 Congress St, Houston, TX 77002 | Ticketed Event

Join us for a restorative morning of movement, mindfulness, and mimosas. Experience non-performative yoga, a healing sound bath, soulful brunch and an expert wellness panel, all created to help you rest, reconnect, and relax with your peers.

Dec
1-5
Monday - Friday, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Daily

Five Days of AI

Location: Online Streaming Event | Ticketed Event

Join us for a week-long series exploring how AI is transforming business, creativity, and community wealth-building. Each session features expert insights, demos, and practical tools for founders, small-business owners, and creators looking to stay ahead in the digital economy.

Dec
1
Monday, December 1, 2025

Wealth Summit

Location: City Cellars HTX, 2850 Riverby Rd Suite 110, Houston, TX 77020

An event aimed at providing valuable financial education and guidance to participants at various stages of their wealth-building journey. Pre-recorded content also available online throughout December 1-6.

Dec
2
Tuesday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Social Impact Summit

Location: YMCA Houston Texans, 5202 Griggs Rd, Houston, TX 77021 | Ticketed Event

On Giving Tuesday, Black Impact Houston (BIH) partners with Black Entrepreneurs Week to host a Social Impact Summit focused on building sustainable, thriving Black-led nonprofits. A day of workshops and dialogues tailored to nonprofit professionals, social entrepreneurs, and ecosystem supporters.

Dec
3
Wednesday, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Unlock HER Power

Location: Eldorado Ballroom, 2310 Elgin St, Houston, TX 77004 | Ticketed Event

Recognizing the importance of having Black Women Executives in Capital Markets, Community Building, and Fundraising.

Dec
4
Thursday, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Invest in the Culture - Town Hall & Men's Recognition Ceremony

Location: Freedmen's Town Visitor Center, 1204 Victor St, Houston, TX 77019

Townhall Meeting to discuss opportunities to Invest with Technology, Innovation, Digital Currencies, Real Estate, and more for Tech Thursday.

Dec
TBD

The Black Door

Exclusive Event For Equiliberty Partners - Invite Only

An exclusive experience for our valued partners and sponsors.

All BEW events are open to everyone.
We welcome all communities to attend, participate, and celebrate the power of entrepreneurship.