The 4th annual Atlanta Black Expo (ABE), the largest showcase of mixed, non-industry specific Black-owned businesses in the Southeast, is returning to the Georgia World Congress Center from February 20\u201322, 2026. This year\u2019s event marks a historic expansion, nearly doubling its physical footprint from 105,000 to 196,000 square feet to accommodate over 300 Black-owned businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Expected to draw more than 5,000 attendees, the 2026 Expo transitions to a full three-day weekend format, solidifying its position as the premier marketplace for Black enterprise and consumer engagement in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“This isn’t just an expo; it’s a monumental economic shift,\u201d said Corey \u201cNetworKing\u201d Moore, who relaunched the Atlanta Black Expo concept in 2023. \u201cBy expanding to three days and bringing 300-plus Black-owned businesses under one roof at the Georgia World Congress Center, we are formally establishing the Atlanta Black Expo as the undisputed epicenter for Black enterprise and consumer engagement in the Southeast. We\u2019re not just growing in size, we\u2019re growing in impact.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Moore is the CEO and President of ProNetworker, a company he founded 16 years ago to empower entrepreneurs and sales professionals through strategic networking. While the Atlanta Black Expo is the company\u2019s flagship “Super Bowl” event, Moore also produces several other high-profile Atlanta gatherings, including TasteUrban Atlanta and Women Who Network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This year\u2019s festivities begin on Friday, extending the Atlanta Black Expo\u2019s signature Exhibitor Showcase for two days, creating a three-day weekend experience.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This year\u2019s Expo will also honor Pastor Jamal Bryant with the ABE Trailblazer Award, following last year\u2019s recipient, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Atlanta Black Expo hit a major milestone in 2025, as it was the first year the event was held at the Georgia World Congress Center, following two years at the Cobb Galleria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Central to the 2026 mission is a powerhouse alliance with cornerstone partners: the Urban League of Greater Atlanta, the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE), and the Atlanta Black Chambers, one of ABE\u2019s strongest community partners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe true power of the Atlanta Black Expo lies in its people and our collective commitment to mutual success,\u201d said Melvin Coleman, President & CEO of the Atlanta Black Chambers. \u201cThis partnership is a shining example of what happens when we align our resources with a spirit of cooperation; it is a testament to how we show up for one another through intentional community and strategic collaboration.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Long-time exhibitors have witnessed the impact of the Expo\u2019s growth. “Over the last three years, we have been dedicated partners and participants at the Atlanta Black Expo, which has been a fantastic opportunity to connect with small business owners across the Country,\u201d said Cynthia McCalister, CEO of Quality SAP. \u201cOur time with the Atlanta Black Expo allowed us to connect with hundreds of business owners, and in 2025, we were recognized as the top Vendor for attendee registrations.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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