Buy. Build. Bond.: Black Business and Community Wealth Expo at Resorts World is a premier event highlighting Black entrepreneurship, economic empowerment, and community growth. Featuring business owners, panels, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities, this expo is designed to connect and elevate our community.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED.
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Get access to panels, workshops, speakers, vendors, and more. Come ready to connect, learn, and grow.
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MAIN
STAGE
HIGHLIGHTS.
Panel Discussions
Insights frrom Industry Leaders
Join experts and community leaders as they discuss key topics shaping Black business and community growth. Panels will cover entrepreneurship, financial literacy, cooperative economics, leadership, and the future of Black wealth.
Vendor Market
Black-Owned Brands & Businesses
Discover and support Black-owned businesses at the BlaQue Vendor Marketplace! From fashion and beauty to food, art, and professional services, this is your chance to shop local, network, and invest in the community.
Visionary Conversations
Ideas from Trailblazers
Engage with trailblazers, thought leaders, and changemakers as they share insights on innovation, leadership, and the future of Black business and community empowerment. These conversations will challenge perspectives, spark ideas, and inspire action.
Connection-Focused Programming
Networking and Growth
This isn’t just networking—it’s intentional connection. Through interactive sessions, roundtable discussions, and curated meetups, you'll engage with entrepreneurs, community leaders, and industry experts who can help you grow.
Agenda.
10:00a
Registration
Get checked in, grab your materials, and start networking before the event begins!
11:00a
Economic Justice Talk
Senator James Sanders Jr. shares insight on advancing economic equity, supporting MWBEs, and creating real opportunities for underserved communities.
11:30a
Corporate VS. Entrepreneur Debate
Get ready for a heated debate as corporate professionals and entrepreneurs go head-to-head on stability, freedom, money, and mindset. Which path truly pays off? Let’s settle it.
12:30p
Networking & Shopping: Connect. Circulate. Grow.
Mingle with entrepreneurs, community leaders, and professionals while exploring a curated mix of Black-owned brands and services. Build real connections and discover something fresh—all in one dynamic space.
01:00p
Money Talks: Investing with Purpose & Power
Forget generic advice—this session gets real about building wealth through stocks, real estate, business, and collective moves. Learn how to make your money work, grow, and shift power back into your hands.
02:00p
Keynote Session: Inspiration. Insight. Impact.
Kick off the day with a powerful keynote that sets the tone for legacy building, economic empowerment, and bold action. Get ready to be inspired—and activated.
02:30p
Networking & Shopping: Connect. Circulate. Grow.
Mingle with entrepreneurs, community leaders, and professionals while exploring a curated mix of Black-owned brands and services. Build real connections and discover something fresh—all in one dynamic space.
03:00p
Funding, Fumbles & Future Growth: A Candid Business Talk
Successful entrepreneurs share the highs, lows, and lessons of building a business. From securing funding to overcoming setbacks, this panel gives aspiring business owners real insights and strategies to navigate the road to success.
04:00p
Networking & Shopping: Connect. Circulate. Grow.
Mingle with entrepreneurs, community leaders, and professionals while exploring a curated mix of Black-owned brands and services. Build real connections and discover something fresh—all in one dynamic space.
The Venue.
Resorts World, New York City
110-00 Rockaway Blvd,
Jamaica, NY 11420
Resorts World New York City, the only casino in NYC, welcomes over 10 million guests annually with 5,800+ slot machines and electronic table games. More than just gaming, RWNYC is a hub for entertainment, hospitality, and community engagement, having contributed nearly $5 billion to New York’s education system.
Located just minutes from JFK Airport, RWNYC offers two exciting gaming levels—Times Square Casino and Fifth Avenue Casino—featuring high-limit rooms for Platinum and Black Card members. Easily accessible by the A Train, Q37 bus, and LIRR to Jamaica Station, it’s the perfect destination for both locals and visitors.
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