← Minority Business Awards 2026 Winners

Congratulations to the 2026 honorees

Ten leaders were honored at the 2026 Minority Business Awards on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at The Club in Birmingham. Select a category to read what it recognizes.

Medical Leader

Dr. Celeste S. Reese

Regional Medical Director, Stopwatch Urgent Care

Young Professional

David Russell Jr.

Executive Director, Birmingham Jefferson County Port

Community Trailblazer

Jasmaine Deloach

President Pro Tem/District 1 Representative, Jefferson County District 58 Constable

Academic Leader

Dr. Clarissa Reese

Director of Post-Secondary Success, BCS

Nonprofit Leader

Judy Woods

America’s Financial Wellbeing Coach and HUD Certified Housing Counselor, Operation HOPE

Bob Dickerson accepting the Icon award on stage
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Bob Dickerson

Executive Director, Birmingham Business Resource Center; CEO, Foundation Capital

Join us for the 2027 awards

The 21st annual Minority Business Awards take place Thursday, May 20, 2027, at The Club.