About Us

Celebrating Diversity & Success in Birmingham's Business Community

The Minority Business Awards is an annual event in Birmingham, Alabama, honoring the ingenuity, resilience, and success of the city’s top minority business leaders. This prestigious celebration highlights entrepreneurs making a lasting impact in their industries.

How It Works
The public and their peers nominate finalists.
Winners are selected by a panel of radio personalities, event sponsors, and key business leaders.
Beyond the awards, the evening offers inspiration through a keynote speech from an esteemed guest speaker.

Event Highlights

• Date & Venue: Thursday night, May 21, 2026, at The Club
• Experience: Cocktail reception, dinner, live entertainment
• Host: LaDarrius “LHUT” Hutcherson
• Keynote Speaker: Mayor James D. Stewart

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Quick Facts

• 2026 marks the 20th year of celebrating Birmingham’s minority leaders.
• Over 533 professionals have been recognized.
• Nominees are submitted online and judged by the Minority Business Awards Panel.
• Past guest speakers include Tom Joyner, Roy Wood Jr., Charlotte Shaw, and entrepreneur Mike Kemp.​

​​Thursday night, May 21, 2026

The Club  - 1 Robert S Smith Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209