Meaningful representation on stage is essential to advancing the industry. Event organizers have increasingly prioritized creating intentional pathways for Black founders and thought leaders to contribute at the highest levels.
In this credTen edition, we feature the events delivering on that commitment—those building stages where Black innovators can share expertise, influence key conversations, and help define the future of technology.
Women of Power Summit
March 11-15 | Las Vegas, NV
Black Enterprise’s Women of Power Summit is a premier leadership stage for executives, founders, and innovators. With executive panels, skills-focused workshops, and curated networking, the summit provides a platform for Black women founders to showcase thought leadership, elevate their visibility, and build strategic connections with high-level decision-makers. Speakers span Fortune 500 companies, influential startups, and cultural icons, making it an opportunity to position a founder as both a leader and a brand ambassador in the tech and business community.
Tickets: $1,895
DiversiTech
March 19-22 | Philadelphia, PA
DiversiTech is a mission-driven conference designed to connect Black and Latinx founders with the broader tech ecosystem. Through workshops, founder-focused sessions, and curated networking, the event offers a platform to highlight expertise, amplify visibility, and strengthen professional networks. Hosted by Tribaja, the focus on skill-building, inclusion, and economic empowerment ensures that participating founders can showcase leadership and thought influence while connecting with peers, hiring partners, and industry leaders.
Tickets: $150-360
Black is Tech Conference
April 20-24 | Houston, TX
Black Is Tech Conference has emerged as a major gathering for founders and executives in tech. The event combines investor access, startup programming, and culture-driven engagement, providing a platform for Black founders to demonstrate thought leadership and connect with influential peers, corporate partners, and investors. With curated networking, business development sessions, and high-caliber panels, the conference enables founders to elevate their brand, expand strategic relationships, and engage with a community committed to Black entrepreneurship.
Tickets: TBD
Black Tech Week
July 14-16 | Cincinnati, OH
Black Tech Week has quickly grown into a cornerstone event for Black founders seeking high-impact visibility. Featuring hands-on workshops, founder showcases, and curated networking, the conference delivers opportunities to build connections with investors, corporate partners, and tech leaders. The programming emphasizes actionable engagement, enabling founders to position themselves as thought leaders, expand influence, and strengthen their company’s brand presence in the national tech ecosystem.
Tickets: TBD
RenderATL
August 12-13 | Atlanta, GA
Returning as the cornerstone of Atlanta Tech Week RenderATL merges technical content with culture and community, providing a high-energy platform for Black founders in tech and innovation. Through hands-on workshops, immersive sessions, and curated networking, the event allows founders to showcase expertise, influence industry conversations, and connect with peers and corporate leaders. With programming spanning emerging technologies, leadership, and developer tools, RenderATL offers a stage where founders can elevate their thought leadership while strengthening their brand’s presence at the intersection of technology and culture. P.s. Read about our time on-site at RenderATL 2025 here!
Tickets: TBD
XCel Summit for Men
October 21-23 | Orlando
Also hosted by Black Enterprise, XCEL Summit for Men is a premier leadership platform for Black executives, founders, and emerging leaders. The conference provides a stage for founders to showcase thought leadership, connect with influential peers, and engage with decision-makers across industries. Through panels, mentorship sessions, and the prestigious XCEL Awards, the event enables founders to elevate their visibility, strengthen strategic networks, and position their company as a leader in business, innovation, and community impact.
Tickets: $495
Black Tech Fest
October TBD | London + Online
Founded by Colorintech, Black Tech Fest is Europe’s largest gathering focused on Black and underrepresented tech founders and innovators. With keynotes, workshops, and immersive sessions, the event offers founders a platform to showcase thought leadership, connect with peers, and engage with global tech and cultural leaders. The conference blends technology, innovation, and identity, creating visibility and strategic connections for founders looking to position their company and personal brand at the forefront of Europe’s tech ecosystem.
Tickets: TBD
ForbesBLK Summit
October TBD | Atlanta, GA
ForbesBLK Summit brings together Black executives, founders, and creators to drive economic empowerment and thought leadership. Through keynotes, panels, and curated networking at Morehouse College, the summit provides a platform for Black founders to elevate visibility, engage with top-tier leaders, and shape conversations that influence industry and culture. Participation positions founders as strategic voices in business and innovation, with exposure to investors, media, and a network of decision-makers shaping the Black entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Tickets: TBD
AfroTech Conference
November 2-6 | Houston, TX
AfroTech has become the definitive platform for Black founders and executives in tech, bringing together thousands of innovators, investors, and corporate leaders. The conference provides founders with opportunities to showcase expertise, participate in high-impact panels, and build strategic relationships with decision-makers across industries. With curated networking, immersive sessions, and a national media presence, AfroTech offers a stage for founders to elevate thought leadership, expand influence, and position their company as a leader in innovation and inclusion.
Tickets: $450-2,250
CultureCon
TBD Dates | New York City, NY
CultureCon unites Black founders, creators, and brand leaders at the intersection of business, media, and culture. The conference provides a platform for founders to share expertise, elevate their visibility, and engage with peers, investors, and corporate partners shaping creative and consumer industries. Through workshops, panels, and experiential activations, CultureCon enables founders to amplify thought leadership, build influence, and position their company as a cultural and business innovator.
Tickets: TBD
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*Note: All event dates, formats, and prices are current as of February 2026.
