Celebrate & Support Dayton’s
Black Business Owners
Throughout the month of August 2024, The Greater West Dayton Incubator and our partners celebrate Gem City Black Business Month! Black Business Month is a national, month-long campaign that is designed to empower Black entrepreneurs by providing essential support and connecting them with valuable resources to foster the growth of their businesses.
The 2024 theme is Insight to Impact. Our goal is not just to equip you with connections and information, but ignite you to take action on the call-to-actions that you receive. No matter if you are a new entrepreneur or already in business, Gem City Black Business Month is intentionally here to help you succeed in your business journey. Look below for a list of upcoming Gem City Black Business Month events and check back regularly throughout the month to see new additions and details!
Businesses of all backgrounds are welcome to attend and participate in events.
How to Participate
Entrepreneurs: Attend an event! Tap into the partners below who want to help you grow. Also, VOTE in this year’s Gem City Black Business Month Awards!
Business Resource Providers: Host an event! Curate events with topics geared for Black founders and business owners. Educational and social events are welcome.
Community Members: Shop Black, this month and always! Check out the events calendar for a few fun opportunities to do this in the community.
Vote for Your Favorite Entrepreneur for the 2024 Gem City Black Business Month Awards!
Thank you for taking the time to vote for the 2024 Gem City Black Business Month Awards sponsored by Fifth Third Bank and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated, Delta Chapter! We are proud to recognize and honor outstanding individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the economic growth and success of the Dayton Black business community.
By voting, you can help to ensure that businesses and individuals are recognized for their achievements. Voting ends on Friday, August 9, 2024. The winners of the awards will be announced at the Gem City Black Business Month Awards Celebration on August 29, 2024.
Featured GWDI Events
Money Matters Rooftop Social sponsored by Fifth Third Bank
August 9, 2024 from 6-8:30 PM
Business Elevation Expo at the Employment Opportunity Center
August 22, 2024 from 11-4:00 PM
Black Business Month Awards sponsored by Fifth Third Bank
August 29, 2024 from 5:30-8:00 PM
2024 Gem City Black Business Month Calendar
Scroll to the dates in August 2024 to view events happening during Gem City Black Business Month! Check back regularly to see new events added. Want to add your event? Contact Whitney Barkley at wbarkley1@udayton.edu.