Nxt Big Thing Charlotte

09/02/2026

2027 ALL ACCESS PASS 🟢
Payment Plans Available ✔️

One Pass. One Year. More Opportunities.

Get access to Nxt Big Thing Charlotte’s 2027 business ecosystem designed to help Black-owned businesses connect, learn, grow and get seen.

Your 2027 All Access Pass includes:

✨ 10x10 Vending Space
ONE 10x10 vending space at qualifying 2027 events.

🎓 EMPP Enrollment
Enrollment in ONE Economic Mobility Pathways Program of your choice.

💻 Monthly Virtual Networking
Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, build relationships, exchange resources and create new business opportunities every month.

📣 Virtual Business Showcase
Qualifying pass holders may participate in ONE live virtual business showcase per year, featured to an audience of 10,000+ across our social media platforms.

🤝 Year-Round Access
Stay connected to events, opportunities, resources and the business community throughout 2027.

💰 $2,000+ VALUE

🔥 ONLY $397

2027 ALL ACCESS PASSES ON SALE NOW

Available through December 31, 2026.

One Pass. Multiple Opportunities. One year of access.

Your business doesn’t just need more events.
It needs access to the right ecosystem with multiple opportunities, resources and various ways of support.

🔗 https://blackinbusinessexpo.com/products/2027-all-access-pass?variant=47082215932103

08/28/2026

08/28/2026

🤝🏾 WE’RE SEEKING EQUITABLE PARTNERSHIPS & SPONSORSHIPS THROUGHOUT THE COMMUNITY.

The Black in Business Expo is more than an event — it’s an opportunity to connect resources, corporations, entrepreneurs, and community in a meaningful way.

Your support helps us advance a great cause: helping Black-owned businesses access resources, build meaningful connections, and thrive — while giving your organization the opportunity to reach and engage the very communities you serve.

We’re entering our PEAK MARKETING PERIOD throughout September & October, and we’re looking to align with corporations, organizations, and community partners who believe in investing in entrepreneurship, economic empowerment, and the communities that make our region stronger.

If your organization is looking for a meaningful way to show up, connect, invest, and make an impact, let’s partner.

📍 Black in Business Expo at JCSU
📅 October 24, 2026
🎓 Johnson C. Smith University

EMPOWER. EDUCATE. OUTREACH.

📩 Sponsorship & partnership opportunities are available.
🔗 blackinbusinessexpo.com
📧 [email protected]

08/21/2026

🚨 THE COUNTDOWN IS ON! 🚨

We’re officially 60 DAYS AWAY from the next Black in Business Expo! 🎉

And guess what? 👀

⏰ ONLY 10 DAYS LEFT before booth rates increase!

If you’ve been thinking about exhibiting, sponsoring, attending, or getting your business in front of a growing audience—NOW is the time to get in position.

We’re entering our PEAK MARKETING PERIOD as we build toward October 24th, and we’re bringing even more visibility, experiences, resources, education, entertainment, and opportunities to the expo floor!

✨ 50+ Black-owned businesses
🎤 Live Entertainment
🧒🏾 Kids Zone
🍴 Food & Beverages
📚 Educational Sessions
🤝🏾 Business Resources
💼 Interactive Outdoor Experiences
🏆 $500 Pitch Competition
🎓 $500 Student Scholarship
🅿️ FREE PARKING
🎟️ FREE TO THE PUBLIC

📍 Johnson C. Smith University
📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 11AM–5PM

Whether you’re coming to shop, connect, learn, discover, support, or showcase your business—you want to be there!

🔥 10 DAYS. 60 DAYS. ONE BIG EXPO.

Don’t wait until the last minute to secure your spot.

👉🏾 Register now: www.blackinbusinessexpo.com

08/13/2026

🚨 VENDOR BOOTHS ARE ALMOST FULL! 🚨

The countdown is on for the Black in Business Expo at Johnson C. Smith University! 🖤❤️💚💛

📅 October 24, 2026
📍 Johnson C. Smith University | Charlotte, NC

If you’ve been thinking about becoming an exhibitor, NOW is the time to secure your spot! Our booth spaces are filling up, and we don’t want you to miss the opportunity to put your brand in front of entrepreneurs, shoppers, families, community leaders, and supporters of Black-owned businesses.

✨ SHOP. CONNECT. LEARN. GROW.

⚠️ Important Dates:
🔺 Vendor booth pricing increases 8/31/26
💳 Pay-in-3 installment option expires 9/5/26

Don’t wait until the last minute. Lock in your booth while spaces are available! Click the link in bio 👆🏾

08/01/2026

🎉 We’re excited to welcome Big Air Charlotte Street Team as an Official Community Partner supporting the Nxt Gen Zones at the Black in Business Expo on October 24, 2026! Their team will help bring fun and unforgettable experiences to our youngest attendees. 🚀

07/29/2026

🔥 This is going to be GOOD!

Take a look at the Black in Business Expo’s Activations & Experiences in the comments.
Which one are you most excited about?

🍽️ Foodies Village
🏆 Pitch Competition
🎶 Live Entertainment
🩺 Women’s Wellness Rally
🎈 Kids Zone
🛍️ Discover & Explore
🏅 Award Presentations

See you on October 24, 2026!

07/24/2026

We’re Back at JCSU this Fall!
Ready to showcase your business at the Black in Business Expo on October 24, 2026?

Secure your vendor booth today and take advantage of:

✅ No application fee
✅ Lowest booth rates available
✅ Opportunity to connect with hundreds of attendees
✅ Exposure for your brand, products, and services

Don’t wait until rates increase. Reserve your space today and position your business in front of a community that values entrepreneurship, education, and economic empowerment.

📅 Black in Business Expo
📍 Johnson C. Smith University
🗓 Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 11AM–5PM