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2026 Bigger and Better Business Virtual Summit
Thursday, October 22, 2026 6:30 PM
PHI BETA SIGMA FRATERNITY, INC. TO HOST 2026 GEORGIA BIGGER & BETTER BUSINESS VIRTUAL SUMMIT, CONNECTING ENTREPRENEURS, BUSINESS LEADERS AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS ACROSS THE STATE
Statewide Virtual Summit on October 22 Will Spotlight Entrepreneurship, Economic Empowerment, Strategic Partnerships and the Power of Supporting Black-Owned Businesses
ATLANTA, GA — Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., through its Georgia State Bigger & Better Business Program, is proud to announce the 2026 Georgia Bigger & Better Business Virtual Business Summit, taking place Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Eastern Time.
This dynamic, statewide virtual gathering will bring together entrepreneurs, small-business owners, corporate professionals, business development leaders, aspiring entrepreneurs, collegiate students, community stakeholders and members of the Divine Nine for an evening dedicated to business education, economic empowerment and meaningful connections.
Under the leadership of Brother Andre L. Belue, Georgia State Director of Bigger & Better Business, the summit is designed to equip participants with practical knowledge, introduce valuable resources and encourage collaborative approaches to building sustainable businesses and stronger communities.
Building Businesses. Strengthening Communities. Creating Opportunities.
For more than a century, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. has demonstrated its commitment to economic advancement through its Bigger & Better Business program, one of the fraternity’s signature national initiatives.
The program promotes entrepreneurship, financial education, business development, economic empowerment and support for businesses that contribute to the prosperity of the communities they serve.
The Georgia Virtual Business Summit advances that mission by creating an accessible platform where business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs can learn from experienced professionals, explore opportunities and build relationships that extend beyond geographical boundaries.
“This summit is about more than having conversations about business. It’s about creating opportunities, opening doors and making sure people leave with information they can actually use,” said Brother Andre L. Belue, Georgia State Director of Bigger & Better Business.
“We understand that building a successful business takes more than a great idea. It takes relationships, resources, knowledge, consistency and a community willing to support your vision. Our goal is to bring those elements together in one powerful virtual experience. When we strengthen our businesses, we strengthen our families, our communities and our economic future.”
What Participants Can Expect
The two-hour virtual summit will feature engaging conversations and perspectives from business professionals, entrepreneurs and industry leaders addressing some of the most important opportunities and challenges facing today’s business community.
Key discussion areas will include:
- Entrepreneurship and Business Growth: Understanding the fundamentals of launching, managing and scaling a sustainable business.
- Access to Resources and Opportunities: Exploring business development resources, professional networks and opportunities that support long-term growth.
- Strategic Partnerships and Networking: Learning how relationships, collaborations and community connections can create meaningful business opportunities.
- Financial Empowerment: Encouraging sound financial practices, business readiness and long-term economic stability.
- Technology and Innovation: Examining how entrepreneurs can use emerging tools, digital platforms and innovation to remain competitive.
- Black-Owned Business Development: Reinforcing the importance of intentionally supporting Black-owned and locally owned businesses.
- Leadership and Community Impact: Exploring how successful businesses can become engines for job creation, mentorship and community transformation.
- The summit will also provide opportunities for participants to gain actionable insights from a moderated business panel featuring diverse entrepreneurial and professional perspectives.
Turning Economic Conversations Into Measurable Impact
The Georgia Bigger & Better Business Program continues to encourage chapters and members across the state to support local businesses, promote entrepreneurship and document their collective impact.
As of September 1, 2026, Georgia’s Bigger & Better Business reporting reflected:
- $319,354.03 in reported Georgia Black Dollar Spend
- 312 reported program implementation activities (PIAs)
- 7,821 reported service hours
- These figures reflect the broader work being accomplished across Georgia through organized service, economic engagement and chapter-level programming.
The 2026 Virtual Business Summit seeks to build upon this foundation by challenging participants to move beyond conversations and take intentional action through business support, partnerships, referrals, mentorship and continued community investment.
A Statewide Invitation to Business Owners and the Community
Although the summit is presented by Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., its message extends beyond fraternity membership.
The virtual format provides an opportunity for individuals throughout Georgia and beyond to engage in the discussion without the barriers of travel.
“This is an opportunity for our Brotherhood to demonstrate what Bigger & Better Business looks like in action,” Belue added.
“But this is also an invitation to our communities. You do not have to be a member of Phi Beta Sigma to believe in entrepreneurship, economic opportunity and the importance of supporting one another. We want business owners, future entrepreneurs, professionals and community partners in the room because economic empowerment is a collective responsibility.”
e summit is presented by Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., its message extends beyond fraternity membership.
Entrepreneurs, established business owners, startup founders, professionals, college students, community organizations, chambers of commerce, members of the Divine Nine and supporters of economic development are encouraged to participate.
Event Information
Event: 2026 Georgia Bigger & Better Business Virtual Business Summit
Presented By: Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. — Georgia Bigger & Better Business Program
Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Eastern Time
Location: Virtual / Online
Audience: Entrepreneurs, small-business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, business professionals, collegiate students, community partners and the general public
Registration: Advance online registration. Official registration link to be included in media distribution.
https://events.eventnoire.com/e/2026-georgia-bigger-and-better-business-summit
Media Opportunities: Interviews with summit leadership, advance event coverage, community calendar listings and post-event reporting.
About Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
Founded January 9, 1914, at Howard University in Washington, D.C., Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. is an international collegiate and professional fraternity built upon the principles of Brotherhood, Scholarship and Service.
Through its national programs, including Bigger & Better Business, Education and Social Action, the fraternity works to empower communities, promote educational achievement, encourage economic development and advance service-driven leadership.
About Georgia Bigger & Better Business
Georgia Bigger & Better Business is the statewide implementation of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.’s signature economic empowerment program.
Through business education, entrepreneurship initiatives, financial literacy, business recognition, community partnerships and intentional economic engagement, the program encourages fraternity members and communities to support businesses and develop pathways toward lasting economic opportunity.
Media Contact
Brother Andre L. Belue at 313-797-2131 or bbb@georgiasigmas.org
Director of Bigger & Better Business
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. - State of Georgia
Media Inquiries: Interview requests, summit information, community partnerships and promotional opportunities may be directed to the Georgia State Bigger & Better Business leadership team.
Virtaul Link:https://events.eventnoire.com/e/2026-georgia-bigger-and-better-business-summit
