The National Business League

11/03/2026

CLEVELAND, OHIO — LET’S MAKE HISTORY!

Join me as we celebrate 25 YEARS OF POWER, PURPOSE, LEGACY, AND BLACK EXCELLENCE honoring the legendary Dr. George C. Fraser, visionary founder of the PowerNetworking Conference and one of America's most influential voices in Black economic empowerment, leadership, and networking.

For 25 years, Dr. Fraser has inspired generations to build relationships, create wealth, strengthen institutions, and transform our collective economic future.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2026, we gather in Cleveland, Ohio, for an unforgettable VIP BLACK TIE GALA celebrating his extraordinary legacy!

THEME: Past, Present & Future!

Join Dr. George C. Fraser alongside keynote speaker John Hope Bryant, Dr. Ken L. Harris, Bill Bellamy, Dr. Boyce Watkins, host Dr. Stacie NC Grant, and distinguished leaders from across the nation.

DATE: Saturday, November 7, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
LOCATION: Hotel Cleveland | Cleveland, Ohio

This is more than a gala. It's a celebration of 25 years of building Black economic power, leadership, ownership, and generational legacy!

PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS TODAY!

WWW.FRASERNATION.COM

Information: 732-357-5701

BLACK TIE. BLACK EXCELLENCE. HISTORIC LEGACY.

10/28/2026

TONIGHT AT 7:00 PM ET | BLACK BUSINESS & BALLOT INITIATIVE

The National Business League (NBL) proudly joins the National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) and national business leaders for an important, nonpartisan discussion on the future of Black-owned businesses and economic opportunity in America.

Twelve Leaders. One Mission. Economic Empowerment.

This national conversation will address five critical priorities:

• Access to Capital and Business Financing
• Government Contracting Opportunities
• Workforce and Economic Development
• Entrepreneurship and Business Ownership
• Public Policy and Economic Opportunity

Featuring Dr. Ken L. Harris, Larry Ivory, Johnny Ford, Denise Tyler, John Harmon, Dedrick Asante-Muhammad, Cherie Shepherd, Dr. Terri O'Neal-Ford, Holli Holliday, Nigel Stephens, Dominic Outlaw, and moderator Shawn Cunningham.

Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Time: 7:00–9:00 PM ET
Location: Virtual | Free Registration

Scan the QR code on the event flyer to register.

Advancing the legacy of Booker T. Washington through business ownership, economic self-determination, and collective progress.

10/26/2026

⚖️ ALABAMA LEGACY LUNCHEON | MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA

The Wisdom of Fred Gray for Such a Time as This

Join us on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, for an extraordinary celebration of history, courage, justice, and the enduring legacy of legendary civil rights attorney Fred D. Gray.

For more than seven decades, Attorney Gray has helped shape American history through his unwavering commitment to civil rights, equality, and justice. His wisdom remains as relevant today as ever.

This special luncheon, hosted by the Fred D. Gray Institute for Human and Civil Rights, will feature an intimate conversation in the presence of Attorney Gray, a powerful video tribute, and reflections on the principles that have guided his historic career.

We also proudly recognize Bryan Stevenson, Founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, and Jere Beasley, Founder of Beasley Allen Law Firm, as Honorary Co-Chairs of the Development Committee.

📅 Tuesday, November 10, 2026

🕦 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM CT

📍 Elevation Convening Center & Hotel
600 Montgomery Street, Montgomery, AL

🎟️ Individual Tickets: $125

🎟️ Tables of 10: $1,250

⏳ Registration Deadline: October 31, 2026, at 5 PM CT

History is not simply something we remember. It is a responsibility we carry forward.

Come celebrate a living legend whose courage helped transform America and whose wisdom continues to inspire future generations.

🔗 REGISTER TODAY using the QR code on the flyer!

10/26/2026

OUR BALLOT. OUR BUSINESS FUTURE. OUR POWER.

The National Business League (NBL) is proud to stand in solidarity with the National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) in advancing Black entrepreneurship, economic empowerment, and civic engagement nationwide!

📈 Black business ownership is reaching historic milestones, yet critical challenges remain.

Decisions affecting access to capital, government contracts, and economic opportunity are being made at every level of government.

📅 Wednesday, October 28, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM EST
💻 FREE Virtual Town Hall

Join national Black business leaders for The Black Business & Ballot Initiative, a nonpartisan conversation about the intersection of business, public policy, and economic opportunity.

📲 REGISTER TODAY! Scan the QR code on the event flyer.

🗳️ Make your voting plan: www.vote.gov

Together, we strengthen Black businesses, empower our communities, and build a sustainable economic future for generations to come.

OUR BALLOT. OUR BUSINESS FUTURE. OUR POWER.

10/01/2026

THE NEW RECONSTRUCTION IS DIGITAL

Black entrepreneurs: set your sights on the future—not the past.

AI, technology, data, and digital ownership are reshaping economic power at extraordinary speed.

The technology executives gathered with President Trump and congressional leaders represent companies controlling enormous amounts of capital, computing infrastructure, intellectual property, and data.

Their combined personal wealth has been estimated at more than $1.8 TRILLION. McKinsey estimates generative AI could create $2.6–$4.4 TRILLION in economic value annually.

The question for Black Business Enterprises is simple: Will we merely consume this technology—or will we build, own, invest, innovate, supply, and profit from it?

This is the New Economic Reconstruction. The National Business League intends to organize, educate, digitize, and connect enterprises to participate in the economy being built now.

1900: Organize Business.
1965: Democratize Business.
2025: Digitize Enterprise.
2035: Build Economic Sovereignty.

Economic Sovereignty is the destination. Digitization is the first key.

"The revolution won’t be televised. It shall be digitized."™ - Dr. Ken L. Harris

09/22/2026

NEW JERSEY — LET’S BUILD! 🚀

Join Kenneth L. Harris, Ph.D., President/CEO, The National Business League, to serve as the Keynote Speaker for the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey’s 16th Annual Business Leadership Conference on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at the Sheraton Edison in Edison, New Jersey.

This year’s theme, “Breakthrough Innovation & Creativity, Leading Change, Reengagement,” speaks directly to this moment.

I’m looking forward to joining business leaders, entrepreneurs, corporate partners, public-sector leaders, and innovators from across New Jersey and beyond for a powerful day of connection, opportunity, and economic advancement.

I’ll deliver the keynote at 12:40 PM, representing the National Business League and our continuing mission to build stronger businesses, stronger communities, and a stronger economic future.

NEW JERSEY, JOIN US!

📍 Sheraton Edison | Edison, NJ
📅 September 23, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Looking forward to seeing you there. Let’s build!

08/27/2026

08/25/2026

The Final Call: National Business League places artificial intelligence front and center for some Black businesses at conference

By Anisah Muhammad, Staff Writer - August 24, 2026

https://new.finalcall.com/2026/08/24/national-business-league-places-artificial-intelligence-front-and-center-for-some-black-businesses-at-conference/

08/11/2026

The algorithm is already making decisions about your business. The question is: what does it see?

Join Cynthia Barnes, Founder & CEO of Black Women’s Wealth Lab®, at the 126th National Business League Conference to explore how documentation, visibility, and data impact access to capital, contracts, and opportunity in the AI economy.

Discover why the businesses that build strong records, capture their value, and make their achievements visible are better positioned to compete in a world where AI increasingly influences decisions.

Learn how to turn overlooked assets, accomplishments, and business intelligence into a documented foundation for growth, funding, and economic power.

🎟️ Register: nationalbusinessleague.org/conference

08/11/2026

Global opportunities begin with the right partnerships.

Join Kikomeko Muhammad, Partner/CEO of KM Advocates & Associates, at the 126th National Business League Conference to explore how U.S. businesses can successfully navigate opportunities in East Africa’s resource sector.

Learn how to identify reliable local partners, understand market opportunities, and build strategic relationships in industries including oil, minerals, and global trade.

Discover how informed partnerships can create pathways for international business expansion and economic growth.

🎟️ Register: nationalbusinessleague.org/conference