AUGUST 3-9, 2026
Black Entrepreneur Week is a statewide, multi-day activation that spotlights Black-owned businesses, founders, and creators through workshops, networking events, pitch opportunities, pop-ups, and community celebrations. It brings entrepreneurs, consumers, investors, corporations, and support organizations into one shared space to build relationships and do business. what is black entrepreneur week?
Free workshops Speaker panels Networking Wellness sessions Pitch Competition Awards Ceremony the week @ a glance empowerment takes center stage
the impact This jampacked week will consist of free workshops, educational speaker panels, networking and wellness sessions. Capping the week off with an awards ceremony honoring the trailblazers that have helped shaped the economic landscape for Black Arizona.
the outcomes Equipping our brilliant community of founders with valuable knowledge to sustain and scale their ventures EDUCATION Build on a network of business owner and aspiring entrepreneurs so that we are not operating in a sihlo on this journey NETWORK BEW will show what success looks like when the community collaborates for a common cause. COMMUNITY
Black Entrepreneur Week is a learning experience open to anyone who wants to gain insight from seasoned entrepreneurs and subject matter experts on how to grow a business in a sustainable, strategic way. Who can attend Black Entrepreneur Week? While most events will be free to attend, some exclusive opportunities will be offered at a nominal cost to provide entrepreneurs with more targeted support and help accelerate growth in specific areas. Will BEW events cost? If you would like to be part of Black Entrepreneur Week, please send us an email. We welcome partners, volunteers, and sponsors who want to help make this event impactful and memorable for all. How can I be involved? FAQs ACRES@ARCHWOODEXCHANGE.COM
Archwood Community Resource Empowerment Strategy is an Arizona based 501(c)(3) SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please email us to discuss opportunities and how your support will make this a success.