About this Event
2nd Annual Black in Business Awards
Building Legacy Through Entrepreneurship
Thursday, November 20th | 6:00 PM
DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC North/Gaithersburg
620 Perry Parkway, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Attire: Formal
The Black in Business Awards, presented by The Black Business Council in partnership with MBA Growth Partners, is Montgomery County’s premier celebration of Black-owned business excellence, entrepreneurship, and visionary leadership.
This year’s theme, Building Legacy Through Entrepreneurship, celebrates the business owners, leaders, and changemakers who are not only building successful companies, but creating lasting economic and community impact for generations to come.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of recognition, connection, and celebration as we honor entrepreneurs and organizations driving innovation, creating opportunity, and shaping the future of business in Montgomery County and beyond.
Evening Highlights
✔️ Keynote Address by Felix Brandon Lloyd — Co-founder and CEO of Joyful Reading Company
✔️ Elegant 3-Course Plated Dinner
✔️ Open Bar throughout the evening
✔️ High-impact Networking with business leaders, government officials, entrepreneurs, and community advocates
✔️ Awards Ceremony honoring finalists across six categories:
- Best Consumer Products & Services Company Award
- Government Contractor Excellence Award (GovCon)
- IT Solutions Excellence Award
- Professional Services Trailblazer Award
- Scalable Community Impact Award
The Black in Business Awards is more than an awards night. It is a platform for recognition, connection, and legacy—celebrating those building businesses that create opportunity, strengthen communities, and pave the way for future generations.
Join Us for the 2026 Black in Business Awards
Purchase your tickets, reserve a table, or showcase your business with an ad in the official event program.
Sponsorship opportunities are also available at https://www.blackinbusinessawards.com/sponsor/.
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Event venue & nearby stays
DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC North/Gaithersburg, 620 Perry Parkway, Gaithersburg, United States
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