Our Work

How BBN turns mission and values into impact.

What We Do

BBN unites and empowers Black-owned businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals across Minnesota through community support, economic development, and advocacy. Our work is relationship-driven and community-led—creating opportunities for connection, collaboration, shared learning, and long-term success.

BBN Focus Areas

Business Growth & Support
Connection & Member Engagement
Economic Visibility & Opportunity
Advocacy & System Change

We help Black-owned businesses strengthen operations and grow through cohorts, practical tools, and ongoing support.
Examples: Business Ascend, BBN Builders Club, Vendor Support, BBN Resource Library

We create spaces for entrepreneurs and professionals to connect, collaborate, and share insight—building a stronger statewide network.
Examples: MN Black Business Roundtable, BBN Builders Club, Vendor Support

We increase visibility for Black-owned businesses through events and tools that connect businesses with customers, partners, and community.
Examples: BBN Directory, Food Truck Fridays, BBN Business Fair, National Night Out

We elevate business-owner needs and work alongside community and partners to reduce barriers and strengthen pathways to equity.
Examples: Systems Change & Policy Translation, MN Black Business Roundtable