Black Wall Street Summit: National Black Business Month Edition
About this Event
The Black Wall Street Summit: National Black Business Month Edition is an evening of inspiration, strategy, and celebration that brings together leaders in government, business, real estate, media, and community life to tackle one essential question: How do we create and sustain lasting progress?
Presented by BMORENews and BlackUSA.News, this special gathering features The Doni Glover Show LIVE, two thought‑provoking forums, and the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards, recognizing individuals whose leadership, entrepreneurship, and community impact are transforming Baltimore and beyond.
Featured Forums
The Leadership Forum
The Primary Is Over. What’s Your Agenda?
Join Democratic nominees as they outline their priorities for strengthening neighborhoods, expanding opportunity, improving public safety, supporting families, and delivering tangible results in office.
Featured guests include:
- Sabrina Tapp-Harper, Democratic Nominee for Baltimore City Sheriff
- Arkia Wade, Democratic Nominee for Baltimore County Council
- Delegate Malcolm Ruff, Esquire, Democratic Nominee for Maryland State Senate (41st District)
The Black Wealth Forum
Building Black Wealth: Real Estate, Entrepreneurship & Community Investment
Hear from some of Baltimore’s most accomplished developers and entrepreneurs as they share practical insights on ownership, commercial real estate, investment, and building lasting institutions.
Featured panelists include:
- Vennieth McCormick, CEO, New Life Recovery Center
- Renny Bass, Owner, Downtown Cultural Arts Center
- Kevin Scott, Benedetto Haberdashery
- Jacqui Cummings, Founder, Notre Maison Connects
- Jonathan “Jon Cash” White, Cashland
Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards
Join us as we celebrate outstanding leaders whose commitment to entrepreneurship, service, and community development continues to strengthen Baltimore and communities across the region.
August Honorees
Anthony Jones
Chezia Cager
Linda Dorsey-Walker
Donna Bruce
Brandon Burrows
Xavier Harper
Oluwa “Toni” Elewa-Gidado
Derrick Whiting
Carson Ward
Darius Beckford
Slimmyko
Young Goldie
Julianna Jones
Jennifer Wicks
Shea Rice
Curtis Dunham
Charlyn Nater
Mia Blom
Winston Philip
Ray Conaway
Why Attend
- Hear directly from emerging public leaders about their vision for Baltimore’s future.
- Gain actionable insights from successful entrepreneurs and developers.
- Build relationships with business owners, elected officials, nonprofit leaders, and community stakeholders.
- Celebrate National Black Business Month while honoring those who are building stronger communities through leadership, investment, and service.
- Experience a live television broadcast of The Doni Glover Show LIVE.
Whether you are an entrepreneur, elected official, student, nonprofit leader, investor, business owner, or engaged resident, the Black Wall Street Summit offers meaningful conversations, valuable connections, and a shared commitment to strengthening communities through leadership and economic empowerment.
Special thanks to Dr. Alvin C. Hathaway, Sr. and the BELOVED Community Services Corporation team at the Justice Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center for opening their doors and continuing the work of preserving, activating, and uplifting this historic space for Baltimore.
Event Details
The Black Wall Street Summit: National Black Business Month Edition
Featuring The Doni Glover Show LIVE and the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards
- Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026
- Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Location:
Justice Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center
1315 Division Street
Baltimore, MD 21217 - Admission: Free and open to the public.
- Presented by: BMORENews & BlackUSA.News
- Executive Producers: STEM CITY USA and G. Grant Griffin Media
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 8004.89
