The National Business League®

Founded by Dr. Booker T. Washington – August 23, 1900

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NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR BLACK BUSINESS

The National Business League’s

125th Quasquicentennial
National Black Business Conference

HILTON ATLANTA | August 20-23, 2025

Presented by

DR. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON

Founder, The National Business League

Celebrating
125 Quasquicentennial Years of Legacy

Connecting Global Business, Politics, and Culture!

In a historic tribute, The National Negro Business League (NNBL), now known as The National Business League (NBL), convened its inaugural National Negro Business Conference in Boston, Massachusetts, on August 23, 1900. Today, as we approach the remarkable milestone of the 125th Quasquicentennial of the National Business League (NBL), this foundational moment in Black business history takes on even greater significance.
 
Together with esteemed partners and co-founders of the National Alliance for Black Business (NABB), including:
 
  • The National Business League (NBL)® celebrating its 125th Quasquicentennial Anniversary
  • The World Conference of Mayors (WCM)® celebrating 41 Years
  • The National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC)® marking 32 Years
  • The Black Business School (BBS)® marking its 10th Anniversary
  • National Alliance for Black Business (NABB)® marking 3 Years
 
Alongside over 50 national organizations, we unite under the banner of a “Unified Black Business Agenda.” This year’s conference theme, “WE ARE TOGETHER,” captures the essence of unity, strength, and purpose among Black business leaders from around the globe.
 
As we honor National Black Business Month, this gathering signifies our commitment to advancing the legacy of Black entrepreneurship and economic empowerment, highlighting a pivotal moment in history where we connect business, politics, and culture.

THE 125TH NATIONAL BLACK BUSINESS CONFERENCE COUNTDOWN

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CELEBRATING BLACK BUSINESS MONTH

“WE ARE TOGETHER”

125th National Black Business Conference Hosts

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Dr. Ken L. Harris, Ph.D.  

President & CEO
The National Business League

 The Honorable Johnny Ford, Esq.

Founder & Chairman
The World Conference of Mayors

Charles H. DeBow, III

President & CEO
National Black Chamber of Commerce

Dr. Boyce D. Watkins, Ph.D.

President & CEO
The Black Business School
 

The Honorable Denise Tyler

Executive Director
The National Policy Alliance
 

The Honorable Alberta McCrory

President & CEO
Historic Black Towns and Settlements Alliance

Leona Barr-Davenport

President & CEO
Atlanta Business League
 

Stacey J. Key

President & CEO
Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council

Melinda C. Sylvester

President & CEO
Greater Georgia Black Chamber of Commerce

The League of Summits

Inaugural Next Gen Summit at the
125th National Black Business Conference

AGENDA AT A GLANCE

Booker T. Washington
Prayer Service

Sunday, August 17, 2025
Tuskegee University Chapel
1 Booker T. Washington Blvd, Tuskegee, AL 36088

Booker T. Washington
Prayer Service

Sunday, August 17, 2025
Tuskegee University Chapel
1 Booker T. Washington Blvd, Tuskegee, AL 36088

Booker T. Washington
State Advocacy Day

Monday, August 18, 2025
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM CST
Alabama Legislature
11 South Union Street, Montgomery, AL 36130

Booker T. Washington
State Advocacy Day

Monday, August 18, 2025
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM CST
Alabama Legislature
11 South Union Street, Montgomery, AL 36130

Booker T. Washington
Economic Summit Reception

Monday, August 18, 2025
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM CST
Montgomery, AL
1 Booker T. Washington Blvd, Tuskegee, AL 36088

Booker T. Washington
Economic Summit Reception

Monday, August 18, 2025
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM CST
Montgomery, AL
1 Booker T. Washington Blvd, Tuskegee, AL 36088

Booker T. Washington
Economic Summit Agenda

Tuesday, August 19, 2025
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL

Booker T. Washington
Economic Summit Agenda

Tuesday, August 19, 2025
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL

Booker T. Washington
Economic Summit Tour

Wednesday, August 20, 2025
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM CST
Tuskegee, AL

Booker T. Washington
Economic Summit Tour

Wednesday, August 20, 2025
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM CST
Tuskegee, AL

Welcome to Atlanta Day

Thursday, August 21, 2025
8:00 AM – 9:00 PM EST
Hilton Atlanta Hotel – Southern Elements
Atlanta, Georgia

Welcome to Atlanta Day

Thursday, August 21, 2025
8:00 AM – 9:00 PM EST
Hilton Atlanta Hotel – Southern Elements
Atlanta, Georgia

Pan-African Day

Friday, August 22, 2025
8:00 AM – 1:00 AM EST
Hilton Atlanta Hotel
Atlanta, Georgia

Pan-African Day

Friday, August 22, 2025
8:00 AM – 1:00 AM EST
Hilton Atlanta Hotel
Atlanta, Georgia

Booker T. Washington Day

Saturday, August 23, 2025
8:00 AM – 1:00 AM EST
Hilton Atlanta Hotel
Atlanta, Georgia

Booker T. Washington Day

Saturday, August 23, 2025
8:00 AM – 1:00 AM EST
Hilton Atlanta Hotel
Atlanta, Georgia

Calling all Black businesses!

"Pull Up Shawty!

Welcome To Atlanta

Mayor Andre Dickens
City of Atlanta