UK Black Business Entrepreneurs Conference marks 5th anniversary with stellar speaker line-up
The UK Black Business Entrepreneurs Conference (BBEC) today announced the initial roster of speakers for its fifth-anniversary event, scheduled for Wednesday, 8 July 2026. Under the theme “Innovation, Technology and Doing Business Globally,” the conference will convene at the NatWest Conference Centre, 250 Bishopsgate, gathering a distinguished assembly of business leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators. The event aims to celebrate, empower, and inspire the next generation of Black British business talent, with representatives from the public, private, and third sectors in attendance.
This milestone event will feature a formidable line-up of keynote speakers, including:
- Sir Sam Jonah, the celebrated business magnate who transformed Ashanti Goldfields into a multinational corporation
- Lord Michael Hastings, a prominent figure in business, education, and social impact
- David Olusoga, the BAFTA-winning historian, broadcaster, and filmmaker
- Brenda Emmanus OBE, a leading voice in arts and culture broadcasting
- Carol Glenn, founder of the first Black-owned racing team in the UK
These globally renowned figures will be joined by a host of influential industry leaders and rising stars, such as Danny Manu, Henry Bonsu, president Daryl Williams of Hampton University (the first HBCU to partner with the BBEC), AI experts and finance experts Effie Kanyua and Emmanuel Asiku, and Dr David Gyimah.
“The fifth anniversary of the UK Black Business Entrepreneurs Conference is a testament to the resilience, creativity, and ambition of the Black business community in the UK,” said Dr. Carlton, founder of the BBEC. “This year’s theme, ‘Innovation, Technology and Doing Business Globally,’ with a strong focus on AI, reflects our commitment to empowering entrepreneurs to thrive in a rapidly changing world. We are honoured to welcome such a distinguished group of speakers to share their insights and inspire our attendees.”
The conference will provide a vital platform for Black entrepreneurs to network, learn, and grow. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a series of panel discussions, interactive workshops, and networking sessions, all designed to provide practical skills and valuable connections.
Tickets for the UK Black Business Entrepreneurs Conference 2026 are now on sale. For more information and to secure your place, please visit https://www.thebbec.com/2026-conference