Birmingham & West Midlands · Since 2020
Celebrating and connecting Black-owned businesses in Birmingham
Black Owned Birmingham is a community for Black entrepreneurs, customers and supporters across Birmingham and the West Midlands. We shine a light on local businesses, bring people together and open doors to opportunity.
Free to join. Everyone who supports Black-owned business is welcome.
What we do
Visibility, connection and opportunity
Everything we do comes back to one goal: helping Black-owned businesses in Birmingham get seen, get connected and grow.
Visibility
We spotlight Black-owned businesses so more people find them, buy from them and recommend them.
Connection
Networking events, meet-ups and an online community where founders share ideas, leads and support.
Opportunity
Funding news, practical guides and partnerships that help Black-owned businesses start, grow and last.
Our story
A community, not just a page
Black Owned Birmingham started in 2020 with a simple idea: make it easier to find and support Black-owned businesses in our city.
It has grown into a network of founders, customers, partners and volunteers who believe that when Black-owned businesses thrive, the whole of Birmingham benefits.
Join the conversation
Two ways to join the community
Facebook group
Share your business, ask questions, find suppliers and hear about events first. Our Facebook group is the heart of the community.
WhatsApp community
Get announcements, opportunities, funding news and event updates sent straight to your phone.
Black Owned Birmingham Awards
Should the awards come back?
In 2022 and 2023 the Black Owned Birmingham Awards celebrated the people and businesses at the heart of our community. Many of you have asked us to bring them back.
Register your interest as a nominee, guest, volunteer or sponsor, and help us decide what happens next.
Community voices
What our community says
We are gathering stories from members, businesses and partners. Has Black Owned Birmingham helped you or your business? We would love to hear from you.
“Add a real review here, in the reviewer’s own words.”
Name – Business name
“Add a real review here, in the reviewer’s own words.”
Name – Business name
“Add a real review here, in the reviewer’s own words.”
Name – Business name
News and guides
The latest for Black-owned businesses
Funding, tax changes, events and support, explained for Black founders in Birmingham.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Who is Black Owned Birmingham for?
Black business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, customers and anyone who wants to support Black-owned businesses in Birmingham and the West Midlands. You do not need to own a business to join.
Does it cost anything to join the community?
No. Our Facebook group and WhatsApp community are free to join.
How can I get my business featured?
Join the Facebook group and introduce your business, or get in touch with a short description, your location and your links. We share Black-owned businesses across our channels and in our business spotlights.
Who runs Black Owned Birmingham?
Black Owned Birmingham was founded in 2020 by Sophie Marie Bennett and is run with the help of volunteers. It is a trading name of The Impact Society CIC, a community interest company (Company No. 17318526).
How can my organisation partner with or sponsor you?
Contact us and choose “Partnership or sponsorship”. We work with businesses, funders, councils and community groups on events, awards and support programmes, and we reply within 2 working days.
Be part of Birmingham’s Black business community
Building, buying and backing Black-owned business, together. Free to join.
