February 15, 2025 • 6 mins
Discover the Southeast's Largest Showcase of Black-Owned Businesses! Don't miss the 3rd Annual Atlanta Black Expo, coming to the Georgia World Congress Center on February 22-23, 2025. This premier event celebrates Black entrepreneurship, culture, and innovation like never before
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- Over 200 thriving Black-owned businesses and organizations
- Interactive exhibits and dynamic activations
- Engaging workshops and networking opportunities
- Kid's Business Expo and fashion show
- Black Art Expo and International Black Business Expo
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
All right, so we're back and ready to dive into
(00:03):
something pretty amazing. Oh yeah, the Atlanta Black Expo sounds
like fun. Yeah, We've been doing a lot of research,
going through articles the event website, even even found some
feedback from people who went in the past, and it's
always good to hear. Yeah, it gives you a good
sense of what to expect. So absolutely we want to
share all that with you, guys.
Speaker 2 (00:21):
Great idea so you.
Speaker 1 (00:22):
Can get a real feel for what this is all about.
Like a sneak peak exactly. Yeah, like a like a
VIP backstage pass, love it to the event before you
even get there.
Speaker 2 (00:32):
That's a great way to put it.
Speaker 1 (00:34):
And it's more than just like shopping and booths, you know.
Speaker 2 (00:38):
Oh, definitely, it's about it's about community.
Speaker 1 (00:41):
Yeah, celebrating black excellence exactly, the culture.
Speaker 2 (00:44):
Yeah, and this is actually the third year they're doing it.
Oh wow, the third annual Atlanta Black Expo. Also it's
happening February twenty second and twenty third. Okay at the
Georgia World Congress Center.
Speaker 1 (00:57):
A bit some people are thinking, Okay, it's just another exit,
you know, I can see that, But this one's different.
Speaker 2 (01:03):
Yeah, this one really has a a special energy to
it for sure. You know, Black expos actually have this
really long history.
Speaker 1 (01:12):
Oh really, I didn't know that.
Speaker 2 (01:13):
It goes way back, tied to uh, economic empowerment, you know,
showcasing businesses that might not always get the spotlight. Yeah
in the mainstream, you know. Yeah, that makes sense, and
that's a big part of what this expo's doing too.
Speaker 1 (01:29):
It's giving these businesses, giving them.
Speaker 2 (01:31):
A platform, a chance to connect with like a broader audience. Absolutely, thrive,
build something last.
Speaker 1 (01:38):
It's not just about transactions, right, exactly, it's about building
a legacy.
Speaker 2 (01:44):
I love that.
Speaker 1 (01:45):
Right. And they've got over two hundred participants this year.
Speaker 2 (01:48):
Wow, that's a lot. It is, and not just any businesses.
We're talking about like innovators, people who are really changing
the game.
Speaker 1 (01:56):
Creators, Yeah, people who are passionate. I was reading about
this one business they make sustainable hair care products, interesting
using traditional African ingredients.
Speaker 2 (02:07):
Oh that's cool.
Speaker 1 (02:08):
Yeah, they'll be at the expo awesome. And it's not
just booths and exhibits. There's so much more. Oh so
much workshops, you know, teaching you about like what kind
of things finances, marketing, useful stuff. Yeah, real practical skills.
Speaker 2 (02:21):
You can walk away with exactly. And then there's the
fashion show highlighting black designers. Oh, the speed networking session
so you can connect with people.
Speaker 1 (02:29):
Yeah, that's a great opportunity to.
Speaker 2 (02:30):
Make those connections.
Speaker 1 (02:31):
And and they even have this Kid's Business Expo.
Speaker 2 (02:35):
Really that's so cool.
Speaker 1 (02:37):
Yeah. I love that they're like encouraging kids to think about.
Speaker 2 (02:40):
Business, planting that seed.
Speaker 1 (02:42):
Early from a young age.
Speaker 2 (02:43):
Right, So what do they do there?
Speaker 1 (02:44):
Well? I read that they have like these interactive workshops okay,
where the kids can actually come up with their own
business ideas, design logos, even practice pitching.
Speaker 2 (02:54):
That's amazing.
Speaker 1 (02:55):
Yeah, it's like a mini business world for them.
Speaker 2 (02:57):
So cool.
Speaker 1 (02:58):
Yeah, and for those who are into art, they've got
the Black Art Expo. I love that. And they're even
bringing in businesses from other countries, whoa really Yeah, with
the International Black Business.
Speaker 2 (03:09):
Expo, that's impressive.
Speaker 1 (03:10):
It's a really really big event.
Speaker 2 (03:13):
So with everything going on, how do people even know
where to start?
Speaker 1 (03:17):
That's a great question.
Speaker 2 (03:19):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (03:19):
They actually have a very detailed schedule on their website. Okay,
that's helpful, and a mobile app oh nice, so you
can plan your day, figure out what you want to see.
Speaker 2 (03:27):
Makes it easy.
Speaker 1 (03:28):
Yeah, and they've even organized the expo into different zones,
oh smart, based on interest.
Speaker 2 (03:33):
So you can be lined to what you're looking for exactly.
Speaker 1 (03:36):
Yeah. So let's talk about tickets for a second.
Speaker 2 (03:37):
All right, let's do it.
Speaker 1 (03:38):
What are the different options.
Speaker 2 (03:39):
Well, they have different tiers you know, okay, to fit
different budgets and interests.
Speaker 1 (03:45):
Yeah, that makes sense.
Speaker 2 (03:46):
The basic ticket gets you into the Sunday Expo for
fifteen dollars okay, But if you want more, the premium
ticket is thirty five dollars.
Speaker 1 (03:54):
Okay. What does that get you?
Speaker 2 (03:55):
That unlocks all the workshops? Oh cool, and you get
ten food and drink tasting tickets.
Speaker 1 (04:01):
Nice.
Speaker 2 (04:01):
And then of course there's a VIP.
Speaker 1 (04:03):
Ticket, So for just fifteen bucks you can spend a
Sunday meeting all these incredible businesses, learning new.
Speaker 2 (04:10):
Skills, supporting the community.
Speaker 1 (04:12):
Trying delicious food, all.
Speaker 2 (04:14):
For less than the price of a movie ticket.
Speaker 1 (04:16):
That's a pretty amazing deal.
Speaker 2 (04:18):
It is. It's a great value.
Speaker 1 (04:19):
And for the real foodies out there. Oh yeah, there's
the VIP Ultimate Footy Experience.
Speaker 2 (04:25):
I saw that.
Speaker 1 (04:26):
That's ninety five dollars.
Speaker 2 (04:27):
Sounds delicious.
Speaker 1 (04:28):
But no matter which ticket, you choose, Yeah, you're going
to have a day full of inspiration. Yeah, connection, celebrating.
Speaker 2 (04:34):
It's really all about that feeling of like uplifting each other,
you know, absolutely celebrating success. I love it, and just
being part of something bigger, yeah than yourself.
Speaker 1 (04:45):
And practically speaking, Yeah, good point. The Georgia World Congress
Center is easy to get to.
Speaker 2 (04:50):
Public transport, parking, all that good stuff all set.
Speaker 1 (04:54):
So for all you business owners listening who are feeling inspired, yeah,
you can actually sign up to be an exhibit.
Speaker 2 (05:00):
Oh that's great.
Speaker 1 (05:01):
All the informations on their website awesome.
Speaker 2 (05:03):
So what do you think what stands out to you
most about this whole expo?
Speaker 1 (05:07):
Ooh, that's a tough one.
Speaker 2 (05:10):
It is. There's so much going on there is, but
I think for me, it's really that sense of community
and how it's not just about you know, buying and selling,
it's about something much.
Speaker 1 (05:22):
Deeper, supporting each other.
Speaker 2 (05:24):
Exactly, supporting each other, building something together.
Speaker 1 (05:27):
What about you?
Speaker 2 (05:30):
I think it's amazing how they're showcasing so many talented
black owned businesses and giving them this platform to really.
Speaker 1 (05:39):
Shine for sure.
Speaker 2 (05:40):
I mean, think about the impact this could have, not
just in Atlanta, but across the country. You know, if
people discover their new favorite brands absolutely at this expo,
it could really change things.
Speaker 1 (05:52):
That's a great point.
Speaker 2 (05:53):
So what we really want you guys to take away
from this is, yeah, go check out the Atlanta Black Expo.
Speaker 1 (05:59):
Yes, explore it.
Speaker 2 (06:01):
You might find your new go.
Speaker 1 (06:03):
To, spot your new favorite product, Meet amazing people, yeah,
be inspired.
Speaker 2 (06:08):
And leave feeling like empowered.
Speaker 1 (06:11):
Yeah, like you're part of something exactly awesome. All Right,
So that's the Atlanta Black Expert.
Speaker 2 (06:15):
Definitely worth check it out.
Speaker 1 (06:16):
We'll see you next time. See you
All right, so we're back and ready to dive into
(00:03):
something pretty amazing. Oh yeah, the Atlanta Black Expo sounds
like fun. Yeah, We've been doing a lot of research,
going through articles the event website, even even found some
feedback from people who went in the past, and it's
always good to hear. Yeah, it gives you a good
sense of what to expect. So absolutely we want to
share all that with you, guys.
Speaker 2 (00:21):
Great idea so you.
Speaker 1 (00:22):
Can get a real feel for what this is all about.
Like a sneak peak exactly. Yeah, like a like a
VIP backstage pass, love it to the event before you
even get there.
Speaker 2 (00:32):
That's a great way to put it.
Speaker 1 (00:34):
And it's more than just like shopping and booths, you know.
Speaker 2 (00:38):
Oh, definitely, it's about it's about community.
Speaker 1 (00:41):
Yeah, celebrating black excellence exactly, the culture.
Speaker 2 (00:44):
Yeah, and this is actually the third year they're doing it.
Oh wow, the third annual Atlanta Black Expo. Also it's
happening February twenty second and twenty third. Okay at the
Georgia World Congress Center.
Speaker 1 (00:57):
A bit some people are thinking, Okay, it's just another exit,
you know, I can see that, But this one's different.
Speaker 2 (01:03):
Yeah, this one really has a a special energy to
it for sure. You know, Black expos actually have this
really long history.
Speaker 1 (01:12):
Oh really, I didn't know that.
Speaker 2 (01:13):
It goes way back, tied to uh, economic empowerment, you know,
showcasing businesses that might not always get the spotlight. Yeah
in the mainstream, you know. Yeah, that makes sense, and
that's a big part of what this expo's doing too.
Speaker 1 (01:29):
It's giving these businesses, giving them.
Speaker 2 (01:31):
A platform, a chance to connect with like a broader audience. Absolutely, thrive,
build something last.
Speaker 1 (01:38):
It's not just about transactions, right, exactly, it's about building
a legacy.
Speaker 2 (01:44):
I love that.
Speaker 1 (01:45):
Right. And they've got over two hundred participants this year.
Speaker 2 (01:48):
Wow, that's a lot. It is, and not just any businesses.
We're talking about like innovators, people who are really changing
the game.
Speaker 1 (01:56):
Creators, Yeah, people who are passionate. I was reading about
this one business they make sustainable hair care products, interesting
using traditional African ingredients.
Speaker 2 (02:07):
Oh that's cool.
Speaker 1 (02:08):
Yeah, they'll be at the expo awesome. And it's not
just booths and exhibits. There's so much more. Oh so
much workshops, you know, teaching you about like what kind
of things finances, marketing, useful stuff. Yeah, real practical skills.
Speaker 2 (02:21):
You can walk away with exactly. And then there's the
fashion show highlighting black designers. Oh, the speed networking session
so you can connect with people.
Speaker 1 (02:29):
Yeah, that's a great opportunity to.
Speaker 2 (02:30):
Make those connections.
Speaker 1 (02:31):
And and they even have this Kid's Business Expo.
Speaker 2 (02:35):
Really that's so cool.
Speaker 1 (02:37):
Yeah. I love that they're like encouraging kids to think about.
Speaker 2 (02:40):
Business, planting that seed.
Speaker 1 (02:42):
Early from a young age.
Speaker 2 (02:43):
Right, So what do they do there?
Speaker 1 (02:44):
Well? I read that they have like these interactive workshops okay,
where the kids can actually come up with their own
business ideas, design logos, even practice pitching.
Speaker 2 (02:54):
That's amazing.
Speaker 1 (02:55):
Yeah, it's like a mini business world for them.
Speaker 2 (02:57):
So cool.
Speaker 1 (02:58):
Yeah, and for those who are into art, they've got
the Black Art Expo. I love that. And they're even
bringing in businesses from other countries, whoa really Yeah, with
the International Black Business.
Speaker 2 (03:09):
Expo, that's impressive.
Speaker 1 (03:10):
It's a really really big event.
Speaker 2 (03:13):
So with everything going on, how do people even know
where to start?
Speaker 1 (03:17):
That's a great question.
Speaker 2 (03:19):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (03:19):
They actually have a very detailed schedule on their website. Okay,
that's helpful, and a mobile app oh nice, so you
can plan your day, figure out what you want to see.
Speaker 2 (03:27):
Makes it easy.
Speaker 1 (03:28):
Yeah, and they've even organized the expo into different zones,
oh smart, based on interest.
Speaker 2 (03:33):
So you can be lined to what you're looking for exactly.
Speaker 1 (03:36):
Yeah. So let's talk about tickets for a second.
Speaker 2 (03:37):
All right, let's do it.
Speaker 1 (03:38):
What are the different options.
Speaker 2 (03:39):
Well, they have different tiers you know, okay, to fit
different budgets and interests.
Speaker 1 (03:45):
Yeah, that makes sense.
Speaker 2 (03:46):
The basic ticket gets you into the Sunday Expo for
fifteen dollars okay, But if you want more, the premium
ticket is thirty five dollars.
Speaker 1 (03:54):
Okay. What does that get you?
Speaker 2 (03:55):
That unlocks all the workshops? Oh cool, and you get
ten food and drink tasting tickets.
Speaker 1 (04:01):
Nice.
Speaker 2 (04:01):
And then of course there's a VIP.
Speaker 1 (04:03):
Ticket, So for just fifteen bucks you can spend a
Sunday meeting all these incredible businesses, learning new.
Speaker 2 (04:10):
Skills, supporting the community.
Speaker 1 (04:12):
Trying delicious food, all.
Speaker 2 (04:14):
For less than the price of a movie ticket.
Speaker 1 (04:16):
That's a pretty amazing deal.
Speaker 2 (04:18):
It is. It's a great value.
Speaker 1 (04:19):
And for the real foodies out there. Oh yeah, there's
the VIP Ultimate Footy Experience.
Speaker 2 (04:25):
I saw that.
Speaker 1 (04:26):
That's ninety five dollars.
Speaker 2 (04:27):
Sounds delicious.
Speaker 1 (04:28):
But no matter which ticket, you choose, Yeah, you're going
to have a day full of inspiration. Yeah, connection, celebrating.
Speaker 2 (04:34):
It's really all about that feeling of like uplifting each other,
you know, absolutely celebrating success. I love it, and just
being part of something bigger, yeah than yourself.
Speaker 1 (04:45):
And practically speaking, Yeah, good point. The Georgia World Congress
Center is easy to get to.
Speaker 2 (04:50):
Public transport, parking, all that good stuff all set.
Speaker 1 (04:54):
So for all you business owners listening who are feeling inspired, yeah,
you can actually sign up to be an exhibit.
Speaker 2 (05:00):
Oh that's great.
Speaker 1 (05:01):
All the informations on their website awesome.
Speaker 2 (05:03):
So what do you think what stands out to you
most about this whole expo?
Speaker 1 (05:07):
Ooh, that's a tough one.
Speaker 2 (05:10):
It is. There's so much going on there is, but
I think for me, it's really that sense of community
and how it's not just about you know, buying and selling,
it's about something much.
Speaker 1 (05:22):
Deeper, supporting each other.
Speaker 2 (05:24):
Exactly, supporting each other, building something together.
Speaker 1 (05:27):
What about you?
Speaker 2 (05:30):
I think it's amazing how they're showcasing so many talented
black owned businesses and giving them this platform to really.
Speaker 1 (05:39):
Shine for sure.
Speaker 2 (05:40):
I mean, think about the impact this could have, not
just in Atlanta, but across the country. You know, if
people discover their new favorite brands absolutely at this expo,
it could really change things.
Speaker 1 (05:52):
That's a great point.
Speaker 2 (05:53):
So what we really want you guys to take away
from this is, yeah, go check out the Atlanta Black Expo.
Speaker 1 (05:59):
Yes, explore it.
Speaker 2 (06:01):
You might find your new go.
Speaker 1 (06:03):
To, spot your new favorite product, Meet amazing people, yeah,
be inspired.
Speaker 2 (06:08):
And leave feeling like empowered.
Speaker 1 (06:11):
Yeah, like you're part of something exactly awesome. All Right,
So that's the Atlanta Black Expert.
Speaker 2 (06:15):
Definitely worth check it out.
Speaker 1 (06:16):
We'll see you next time. See you
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