The 2025 Delaware Minority Small Business Expo is more than an event—it’s a movement. We’re bringing together bold innovators, thriving entrepreneurs, visionary leaders, and community champions to celebrate and elevate minority-owned businesses across Delaware and beyond.
Tuesday | July 15, 2025
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Del One Conference Center - Delaware Technical CC, Dover DE
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EMPOWER. Elevate. Expand.
Whether you’re a startup ready to make your mark, an established business looking to scale, or a community partner seeking meaningful connections—this is the place for you.
Attend
Register now to attend the Delaware Minority Small Business Expo. Invite your friends, family and colleagues too!
Showcase
Are you a business owner who would like to showcase your business at the 2025 Delaware Minority Small Business Expo?
Sponsor
Want to support the movement?
Sponsor, volunteer, or donate to help us make this year’s Expo the biggest one yet.
ABOUT THE EXPO
The Minority Small Business Expo is an annual gathering that shines a light on the talent, resilience, and innovation of BIPOC entrepreneurs and business owners. Hosted by United Way of Delaware and its partners, the Expo creates a platform for exposure, education, and empowerment.
Since its inception, the Minority Small Business Expo has:
– Featured over 100 local businesses
– Helped secure $20,000+ in funding through pitch competitions
– Connected hundreds of attendees to vital resources and networks
– Driven real change through authentic, community-led collaboration
ABOUT THE EXPO
The Minority Small Business Expo is an annual gathering that shines a light on the talent, resilience, and innovation of BIPOC entrepreneurs and business owners. Hosted by United Way of Delaware and its partners, the Expo creates a platform for exposure, education, and empowerment.
Since its inception, the Minority Small Business Expo has:
– Featured over 100 local businesses
– Helped secure $20+ in funding through pitch competitions
– Connected hundreds of attendees to vital resources and networks
– Driven real change through authentic, community-led collaboration
Dynamic Vendor Marketplace
Discover and support dozens of local, minority-owned businesses that are fueling innovation, creating jobs, and enriching our communities. Every purchase you make is more than a transaction—it’s an investment in equity, sustainability, and the future of inclusive entrepreneurship. Come ready to shop, connect, and champion the diverse talent driving Delaware’s economy forward.Discover and support dozens of local, minority-owned businesses
Powerful Panel Discussions
Hear directly from industry leaders, financial experts, and trailblazing entrepreneurs who are breaking barriers and building legacies. These conversations go beyond inspiration—they offer real-world strategies, lived experiences, and actionable insights to help you navigate challenges and seize new opportunities. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, you’ll leave with the knowledge and motivation to take your next bold step.
Interactive Workshops
Get hands-on, practical advice from seasoned professionals on everything from marketing and funding to scaling operations and leveraging the latest tech tools. These workshops are designed to meet you where you are—whether you’re launching, growing, or pivoting—and give you the skills and confidence to move your business forward with clarity and purpose.
Networking Opportunities
Build authentic connections with fellow entrepreneurs, potential customers, investors, and strategic partners who share your vision for inclusive economic growth. Whether you’re exchanging ideas, exploring collaborations, or seeking mentorship, this is your chance to expand your network and open new doors for your business and your community.
FROM THE COMMUNITY
The response from last year’s Expo was overwhelmingly positive, with community members celebrating the connections, opportunities, and inspiration the event created for minority-owned businesses across Delaware. Hear what some of the business owners had to say!
Whitney Akinola
Founder
Future Proof Consulting
Tanerra Willis
Founder
The AMAZING CORNER
GET INVOLVED TODAY
The response from last year’s Expo was overwhelmingly positive, with community members celebrating the connections, opportunities, and inspiration the event created for minority-owned businesses across Delaware. Hear what some of the business owners had to say!
Attend
Register now to attend the Delaware Minority Small Business Expo. Invite your friends, family and colleagues too!
Showcase
Are you a business owner who would like to showcase your business at the 2025 Delaware Minority Small Business Expo?
Sponsor
Want to support the movement?
Sponsor, volunteer, or donate to help us make this year’s Expo the biggest one yet.
WILL YOU JOIN THE FIGHT?
United starts with ‘U’.
GIVE, ADVOCATE, or VOLUNTEER today to do your part.