Three days of ideas, culture and connections
The Blak-X Conference
Three days of speakers knowledge and celebration of the Black experience from every part of the world. Founders, creators, artists, researchers and community leaders in one room to share what works and build what is next.
Reserve your spot
About the conference
The Blak-X Conference is a three-day gathering of creators, innovators, founders, and dreamers from across the African diaspora and the global majority. It’s where Black Xcellence meets Bold Xpression, driving Global Xpansion through connection, collaboration, and innovation.
From business and technology to arts, culture, and wellness, each session celebrates the Blak-X Xperience, a shared journey of ideas, stories, and impact that shape the future.
This isn’t just a conference; it’s a movement of voices rewriting what’s possible for our communities worldwide.
The Blak-X Conference brings together voices from across the diaspora and the global majority to explore business technology arts health media and policy. Expect real tactics open conversations and connections that last long after the lights go down.
- Date
- Venue
- Experience
Schedule at a glance
Tap a day to view sessions. Times are local. Final timetable will be published on the events page.
Time :
Session
Track
09:00
Opening circle and welcome
Community
09:30
Keynote — Owning our story in business media and tech
Main stage
10:45
Funding for Black-owned businesses: grants equity and loans that work.
Capital
13:00
Lunch and marketplace
Marketplace
14:15
Building a Black tech startup from zero to launch
Startup
16:00
Live podcast showcase
Media
Time :
Session
Track
09:00
Mindset and systems for scale
Leadership
09:30
Powerful public speaking techniques for founders and creators
Communication
10:45
Innovation in the Black community — case studies
Innovation
13:00
Lunch and partner activations
Marketplace
14:15
Careers in tech for African Americans with Microsoft certification paths
Careers
16:00
nvestors roundtable: opportunities for Black founders
Capital
Time :
Session
Track
09:00
Wellness and resilience for changemakers
Wellness
09:30
Impact of diverse voices in innovation — policy business and culture
Impact
10:45
Global marketplace — Africa Caribbean Latin America Europe North America
Global
13:00
Lunch and marketplace
Marketplace
14:15
Future of media music and sports — ownership and equity
Media
16:00
Closing keynote and community call to action
Main stage
Time :
Session
Track
09:00
Opening circle and welcome
Community
09:30
Keynote — Owning our story in business media and tech
Main stage
10:45
Funding for Black-owned businesses: grants equity and loans that work.
Capital
13:00
Lunch and marketplace
Marketplace
14:15
Building a Black tech startup from zero to launch
Startup
16:00
Live podcast showcase
Media
Time :
Session
Track
09:00
Mindset and systems for scale
Leadership
09:30
Powerful public speaking techniques for founders and creators
Communication
10:45
Innovation in the Black community — case studies
Innovation
13:00
Lunch and partner activations
Marketplace
14:15
Careers in tech for African Americans with Microsoft certification paths
Careers
16:00
nvestors roundtable: opportunities for Black founders
Capital
Time :
Session
Track
09:00
Wellness and resilience for changemakers
Wellness
09:30
Impact of diverse voices in innovation — policy business and culture
Impact
10:45
Global marketplace — Africa Caribbean Latin America Europe North America
Global
13:00
Lunch and marketplace
Marketplace
14:15
Future of media music and sports — ownership and equity
Media
16:00
Closing keynote and community call to action
Main stage
Plan your days
See updates, speakers and side events on our events page. Submit your session or join as a volunteer.
Featured speakers
Leaders builders artists and researchers from every part of the world. Final lineup will be announced on the events page.
Coming soon/TBD
Kevin Harris
Tech Innovators
Lisa Woolfork
CEO
Mr. John
Co Founder
Marketplace and merch
Discover creators brands and community orgs. Wear the movement and support the work year round.
Training and community
Level up with hands-on workshops coaching and peer circles before during and after the conference.
Coming soon/TBD
Grow with Blak-X
Join the network find training and share your voice on the blog and podcast. If you want a Black speaker for your event we can help.
FAQ
See you at The Blak-X Conference
Bring your team your ideas and your energy. Together we build what is next.
About Blak-X: an engagement interactive platform for the global majority where ideas become action.
Three days of ideas, culture and connections
The Blak-X Conference
Three days of speakers knowledge and celebration of the Black experience from every part of the world. Founders, creators, artists, researchers and community leaders in one room to share what works and build what is next.
Reserve your spot
Have a session idea or want to exhibit? Contact us here.
About the conference
The Blak-X Conference is a three-day gathering of creators, innovators, founders, and dreamers from across the African diaspora and the global majority. It’s where Black Xcellence meets Bold Xpression, driving Global Xpansion through connection, collaboration, and innovation.
From business and technology to arts, culture, and wellness, each session celebrates the Blak-X Xperience, a shared journey of ideas, stories, and impact that shape the future.
This isn’t just a conference; it’s a movement of voices rewriting what’s possible for our communities worldwide.
The Blak-X Conference brings together voices from across the diaspora and the global majority to explore business technology arts health media and policy. Expect real tactics open conversations and connections that last long after the lights go down.
Coming soon/TBD
Coming soon/TBD
Keynotes breakouts, live podcasts, workshops, marketplace and showcases
Schedule at a glance
Tap a day to view sessions. Times are local. Final timetable will be published on the events page.
| Time | Session | Track |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | Opening circle and welcome | Community |
| 09:30 | Keynote — Owning our story in business media and tech | Main stage |
| 10:45 | Funding for Black-owned businesses: grants equity and loans that work | Capital |
| 13:00 | Lunch and marketplace | Marketplace |
| 14:15 | Building a Black tech startup from zero to launch | Startup |
| 16:00 | Live podcast showcase | Media |
| Time | Session | Track |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | Mindset and systems for scale | Leadership |
| 10:15 | Powerful public speaking techniques for founders and creators | Communication |
| 11:30 | Innovation in the Black community — case studies | Innovation |
| 13:00 | Lunch and partner activations | Marketplace |
| 14:15 | Careers in tech for African Americans with Microsoft certification paths | Careers |
| 16:00 | Investors roundtable: opportunities for Black founders | Capital |
| Time | Session | Track |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | Wellness and resilience for changemakers | Wellness |
| 10:15 | Impact of diverse voices in innovation — policy business and culture | Impact |
| 11:30 | Global marketplace — Africa Caribbean Latin America Europe North America | Global |
| 13:00 | Lunch and marketplace | Marketplace |
| 14:15 | Future of media music and sports — ownership and equity | Media |
| 16:00 | Closing keynote and community call to action | Main stage |
Plan your days
See updates, speakers and side events on our events page. Submit your session or join as a volunteer.
Featured speakers
Leaders builders artists and researchers from every part of the world. Final lineup will be announced on the events page.
Marketplace and merch
Discover creators brands and community orgs. Wear the movement and support the work year round.
Exhibitors
Apply to showcase your product service or art. Limited booths per day.
Merch
Tees hoodies caps and prints. Every purchase supports programs and training.
Support
Donate to fund scholarships livestream and open community access.
Training and community
Level up with hands-on workshops coaching and peer circles before during and after the conference.
Grow with Blak-X
Join the network find training and share your voice on the blog and podcast. If you want a Black speaker for your event we can help.
FAQ
How do I register?
Can I submit a session or live podcast?
Will there be virtual access?
How can I support scholarships and access?
Who do I contact for partnerships or media?
See you at The Blak-X Conference
Bring your team your ideas and your energy. Together we build what is next.
About Blak-X: an engagement interactive platform for the global majority where ideas become action.
Learn more on our about page.