Black Business Month Mixer 2026
Event Details:
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 • 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Hofstra University Student Center
Free Community Event
Hosted by the Nevalliance Foundation
In partnership with the EAC at the Entrepreneurship & Innovation Hub, Hofstra University
About the Black Business Month Mixer
Launched in 2024, the Black Business Month Mixer has quickly become one of Long Island’s signature gatherings for entrepreneurs, innovators, and community leaders. The event was created with a simple but powerful intention:
to strengthen the ecosystem for Black-owned and small businesses across Long Island by fostering meaningful networking, visibility, and access to opportunity.
Each year, business owners, emerging founders, organizational leaders, educators, and decision-makers come together to share insights, explore growth pathways, and build collaborations that support long-term sustainability. The Mixer creates a welcoming and energetic environment where connections turn into partnerships and ideas evolve into action.
What to Expect in 2026
The 2026 Mixer continues our commitment to elevating entrepreneurs and strengthening community wealth. Attendees can expect:
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Meaningful Networking
Engage with small business owners, local entrepreneurs, community advocates, and industry leaders from across Long Island.
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Access to Resources
Learn about programs, tools, funding pathways, and innovation-driven opportunities available through institutions and community organizations—including the EAC and Hofstra’s Entrepreneurship & Innovation Hub.
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Leadership Insights
Hear from experts, innovators, and data-driven practitioners who will share strategies for business expansion, market positioning, and sustainable growth.
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A Welcoming Space for Collaboration
Participants will leave inspired, better connected, and equipped with insights to strengthen their businesses and communities.
Business Directory & Advertising Opportunities
Although the Mixer is free to attend, each year we publish a Black Business Month Directory to highlight and promote the businesses within our community. Inclusion in the directory provides valuable year-round visibility and demonstrates your support for small business advancement.
Directory Pricing:
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Business Card Listing – $50
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Quarter Page Ad – $150
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Half Page Ad – $250
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Full Page Ad – $350
This directory is a powerful resource distributed at the mixer.
Community Sponsorship Opportunities
We welcome partners who share our commitment to economic empowerment and community-building.
Sponsors receive:
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Featured recognition in the directory
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On-site acknowledgment during the event
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Logo placement on promotional materials
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A table to exhibit your service at the event.
Community Sponsorship: $500
About the Nevalliance Foundation
The Nevalliance Foundation is dedicated to women’s empowerment and community engagement.
The Black Business Month Mixer reflects our commitment to advancing entrepreneurship, strengthening networks, and cultivating a thriving, inclusive business landscape across Long Island.
Join Us
Whether you're a small business owner, nonprofit leader, aspiring entrepreneur, or passionate community advocate, the Black Business Month Mixer is your opportunity to connect, learn, and grow.
Mark your calendar:
📅 Wednesday, August 5, 2026
🕠 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Hofstra University Student Center
We look forward to celebrating Black Business Month with you and shaping a stronger, more connected economic future together.
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