Join us for the 2026 Success Summit & Expo this June 10-11
We're honored to be an official part of the America 250 - Colorado 150 Commemoration. Our multi-day summit is centered on Black excellence, innovation, and the strategic teamwork needed to build a better future for our community. Whether you're here for the Drive & Thrive Charity Golf Tournament or our professional development tracks, we're bringing together the resources to create lasting impact and prosperity for everyone.
Expertise That Leads the Way
A Team of Experienced Strategic Minds
Our foundation comes from the experience of professionals who have reached the top of global industries like supply chain diversity, finance, and technology. Under the guidance of Executive Director Carla Ladd, our board includes leaders from major companies like Oracle, Bechtel, and Travelers Insurance. This means every project we take on is backed by real-world professional standards and sharp strategic thinking.
Colorado’s Leading Economic Platform
Real Scale and Community Impact
We organize the largest indoor Black business expo in Colorado, an event that brings together over 1,500 people and more than 80 local vendors. We are also an official part of the America 250 Colorado 150 Commemoration. This role establishes us as the central hub for Black excellence in the state, and we are proud to be supported by trusted partners like Xcel Energy, 1st Bank, and Southwest Airlines.
Building a Legacy of Growth
Economic Empowerment with a Purpose
We do more than just put on events. We create real change by addressing the financial barriers that hold people back. Through programs like the 2028 Project and our five-year EYE Financial Literacy initiative, we are helping the next generation build the business skills and financial knowledge they need to thrive. We believe in a win-win-win philosophy where our work helps our partners succeed while building lasting wealth for the whole community.
B.E.S.T. Success Summit & Expo is more than just an event; it is a movement in Colorado dedicated to helping Black professionals, business owners, and youth thrive. We are here to break down barriers and give our community a clear path to prosperity through real connections and practical education that actually works.
Your Path to Success
Practical Learning for Real Growth
This isn’t your typical conference. We have built the Success Summit to be a hands-on experience where you can dive into specialized tracks like 'Black Wall Street 2.0' for scaling your business or 'The Nonprofit Playbook' for making a bigger impact. We want you to leave with more than just notes, so every attendee gets a Success Toolkit packed with worksheets and tools you can use the moment you get home.
We didn’t just talk about change—we made it happen. Deals were closed and movements were launched.
Showcase Your Business
Colorado’s Largest Black Business Expo
Get your brand in front of more than 1,500 people at the largest indoor Black business expo in Colorado. We do more than just give you a booth; we put our marketing team to work for you. Through social media, email campaigns, and press coverage, we help you make the professional connections that lead to real growth and a stronger market presence.
This is where dreams catch fire and big ideas take flight.
Investing in Our Youth
The EYE Financial Literacy Program
We believe wealth building should start early. Our Empowering Youth Economics (EYE) program is a five-year mentorship that stays with students from 8th grade all the way through high school graduation. We teach the essentials of budgeting, investing, and building generational wealth. With technology stipends and professional mentors, we are making sure the next generation has everything they need to lead.
Building legacy, power, and prosperity for the future.
The Strength of Working Together
Partnerships That Make a Difference
Success does not happen in a vacuum. Whether it is our 'Drive & Thrive' Charity Golf Tournament or our networking socials, every event is a chance to collaborate with local leaders and corporate partners. We focus on building partnerships where everyone wins, creating a shared sense of pride and ownership in our community’s economic future.
Together, we are building a legacy of success that will benefit our community for generations.
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