Black Business Association

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The Black Business Association (BBA), A 501c3 non-profit organization, headquartered in Los Angeles, has been instrumental in the incubation and development of more than 18,000 African-American businesses for over 50 years.

MEET THE MODERATOR: LELA CHRISTINEThe BBA is proud to welcome Lela Christine as Moderator of our featured Spotlight Busi...
08/20/2026

MEET THE MODERATOR: LELA CHRISTINE

The BBA is proud to welcome Lela Christine as Moderator of our featured Spotlight Business Panel at the 4th Annual Black Business Day Expo.

Lela will lead a dynamic conversation on The State of Fashion, Beauty, Style & Representation in Business Across LA and Beyond, bringing together accomplished leaders from fashion, beauty, entertainment and creative entrepreneurship.

Joining her on the panel are Angela Dean, Tashiba Jones-Wilson, Woody Wilson, Shirlena Allen and Angie Wells.

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 11AM-4PM | 2PM
📍 The Proud Bird | Los Angeles
🎟️ FREE TO ATTEND

Come hear the stories, insights and perspectives shaping the future of Black creativity and business.

Register FREE at BBALA.ORG

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MEET THE SPEAKER: ANGELA DEANFashion meets entrepreneurship at the 4th Annual Black Business Day Expo!We are proud to fe...
08/20/2026

MEET THE SPEAKER: ANGELA DEAN

Fashion meets entrepreneurship at the 4th Annual Black Business Day Expo!

We are proud to feature Angela Dean, celebrity fashion designer and founder of Deanzign, as a panelist for our Spotlight Business Panel: The State of Fashion, Beauty, Style & Representation in Business Across LA and Beyond.

This powerful conversation will explore fashion, entrepreneurship, representation, celebrity styling, brand building and the business of creativity.

Angela joins moderator Lela Christine and fellow panelists Tashiba Jones-Wilson, Woody Wilson, Shirlena Allen and Angie Wells.

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 11AM-4PM | 2PM
📍 The Proud Bird | Los Angeles
🎟️ FREE TO ATTEND

Join us for a conversation celebrating Black excellence, creativity and entrepreneurship.

Register FREE at BBALA.ORG

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MEET THE SPEAKER: WOODY WILSONThe business of fashion extends far beyond the runway.We are excited to welcome Woody Wils...
08/20/2026

MEET THE SPEAKER: WOODY WILSON

The business of fashion extends far beyond the runway.

We are excited to welcome Woody Wilson, Menswear Designer and President of Woody Wilson Bespoke, to our featured Spotlight Business Panel at the 4th Annual Black Business Day Expo.

Woody will join a powerful conversation exploring fashion entrepreneurship, brand building, industry leadership, career pathways and the economic impact of Black creatives.

Joining Woody are Moderator Lela Christine, Angela Dean, Tashiba Jones-Wilson, Shirlena Allen and Angie Wells.

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 11AM-4PM | 2PM
📍 The Proud Bird | Los Angeles
🎟️ FREE TO ATTEND

Come discover what it takes to build, grow and sustain a creative business in today’s marketplace.

Register FREE at BBALA.ORG

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MEET THE SPEAKER: SHIRLENA ALLENBeauty is big business — and Shirlena Allen knows what it takes to build a career and bu...
08/20/2026

MEET THE SPEAKER: SHIRLENA ALLEN

Beauty is big business — and Shirlena Allen knows what it takes to build a career and business in the industry.

Celebrity Hairstylist, Platform Educator, Producer and CEO Shirlena Allen joins our Spotlight Business Panel: The State of Fashion, Beauty, Style & Representation in Business Across LA and Beyond.

The panel will explore beauty innovation, representation, entrepreneurship, career pathways, brand building and the economic impact of Black creatives.

Shirlena joins Lela Christine, Angela Dean, Tashiba Jones-Wilson, Woody Wilson and Angie Wells.

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 11AM-4PM | 2PM
📍 The Proud Bird | Los Angeles
🎟️ FREE TO ATTEND

Come be part of a conversation about the people, businesses and ideas shaping the future of beauty and creativity.

Register FREE at BBALA.ORG

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MEET THE SPEAKER: TASHIBA JONES-WILSONFrom celebrity styling to costume design and entrepreneurship, Tashiba Jones-Wilso...
08/20/2026

MEET THE SPEAKER: TASHIBA JONES-WILSON

From celebrity styling to costume design and entrepreneurship, Tashiba Jones-Wilson brings a unique perspective to the business of fashion and creative industries.

The founder of Matte Argyle will join us for the Spotlight Business Panel: The State of Fashion, Beauty, Style & Representation in Business Across LA and Beyond.

The conversation will explore entrepreneurship, celebrity styling, fashion, brand building, product development, representation and creative career pathways.

Tashiba joins Lela Christine, Angela Dean, Woody Wilson, Shirlena Allen and Angie Wells for this special discussion.

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 11AM-4PM | Session 2PM
📍 The Proud Bird | Los Angeles
🎟️ FREE TO ATTEND

If you’re interested in the business behind fashion, style and creativity, make sure you’re in the room.

Register FREE at BBALA.ORG

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MEET THE SPEAKER: ANGIE WELLSFrom the big screen to the beauty chair, Angie Wells has built an accomplished career at th...
08/20/2026

MEET THE SPEAKER: ANGIE WELLS

From the big screen to the beauty chair, Angie Wells has built an accomplished career at the intersection of beauty, entertainment and creative business.

The celebrity television and film makeup artist, recording artist, Grammy Member and member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences joins our Spotlight Business Panel: The State of Fashion, Beauty, Style & Representation in Business Across LA and Beyond.

With experience spanning major film and television productions and work with leading talent, Angie brings a powerful perspective on beauty, representation, entertainment, career pathways and the business of creativity.

She joins Moderator Lela Christine, Angela Dean, Tashiba Jones-Wilson, Woody Wilson and Shirlena Allen.

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 11AM-4PM | Session 2PM
📍 The Proud Bird | Los Angeles
🎟️ FREE TO ATTEND

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from accomplished Black professionals shaping fashion, beauty, entertainment and creative business.

Register FREE at BBALA.ORG

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS!The 2026 Black Business Day Expo is almost here, and we need YOU to help make it a success!Join the ...
08/20/2026

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS!

The 2026 Black Business Day Expo is almost here, and we need YOU to help make it a success!

Join the volunteer team and help us welcome guests, support vendors, assist with event activities, and keep the Expo running smoothly.

📅 August 29, 2026
📍 The Proud Bird
⏰ 11 AM–4 PM

Sign up today and be part of the experience!

🔗 Volunteer registration: https://forms.gle/m5Y3HbwX6wuq7GaN7

or SEE LINK IN BIO

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT ALERT! 🎤💚We’re proud to see our very own President & CEO Sarah R. Harris featured as this week’s gue...
08/20/2026

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT ALERT! 🎤💚

We’re proud to see our very own President & CEO Sarah R. Harris featured as this week’s guest on Community Briefing: Voices of Our Community!

Sarah will discuss the 4th Annual Black Business Expo and the importance of Building Legacy and Black Prosperity—sharing insights on Black entrepreneurship, economic empowerment, and strengthening our communities.

📅 Thursday, August 20
⏰ 11 AM–12 PM PT
💻 LIVE on Zoom

Join us for this important conversation and hear from our leader as she continues to champion Black business and community growth!

Real Conversations. Real Impact. Real Community.

JAMIR SMITH — SPECIAL GUEST SPOTLIGHT🎬 THE STORIES. THE STARS. THE CONVERSATION.Meet Jamir Smith, an Entertainment Journ...
08/20/2026

JAMIR SMITH — SPECIAL GUEST SPOTLIGHT

🎬 THE STORIES. THE STARS. THE CONVERSATION.

Meet Jamir Smith, an Entertainment Journalist, Red Carpet Correspondent, and Podcast Host bringing his voice and perspective to The Bloc Power Hour LIVE!

Jamir has a front-row seat to entertainment, culture, and the people making headlines—and we’re excited to have him join us at the Black Business Day Expo for a special LIVE interview with one of our co-hosts.

Follow Jamir: JΛMI’Я ƧMIƬΉ on social media.

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 11 AM–4 PM
📍 The Proud Bird
🎟️ FREE Admission + FREE Parking

Come experience Bloc Power Hour LIVE!, hear from our special guests, discover Black-owned businesses, network, shop, and be part of the conversation.

Register FREE today at BBALA.ORG

Address

P. O. Box 43159
Los Angeles, CA
90043

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+13232919334

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