Events & MBC Conference and Expo
The Minority Business Council periodically hosts various events throughout the year including their annual conference and expo.
The Minority Business Council periodically hosts various events throughout the year including their annual conference and expo.
These events are designed to provide information and opportunities to the business community. Please see our list of upcoming events listed below.
2026 Fall Conference and Expo
Date: Nov. 5, 2026, 1-5 p.m., Virginia Beach Convention Center
Join the MBC for our annual Fall Conference & Expo, where we bring together procurement professionals from Virginia Beach departments and across Hampton Roads — giving you the opportunity to connect with key decision-makers all in one place.
Enjoy engaging breakout sessions, gain valuable insights from an amazing guest speaker, and take advantage of unparalleled networking opportunities throughout the event.
Event Registration2026 MBC Conference and Expo Keynote Speaker:
Mr. Steven Anthony, Chairman & CEO
Steven Anthony is an accomplished entrepreneur, finance professional, and economic development leader with more than 20 years of experience helping businesses and communities achieve sustainable growth. As Chairman and CEO of Anthony Global Holdings (AGH), a diversified investment holding company, he leads initiatives focused on strategic investment, business expansion, and creating opportunities that strengthen communities.
Throughout his career, Steven has championed entrepreneurship, access to capital, and inclusive economic development, supporting small and midsize businesses through strategic guidance, financial resources, and business development initiatives. He also chairs the AGH Foundation, which advances education, the arts, and social empowerment.
Recognized by Legacy MIA Magazine as one of the Top 100 Most Powerful and Influential Business Leaders of 2026, Steven brings a wealth of knowledge and insight into building stronger businesses, expanding economic opportunity, and creating pathways for long-term success.
Left to right- Alberto “Alex” Zegarra Alva, associate, Eric Camacho, associate, Ryan Turner, associate, Cory McCoy, associate, Aekta Javia, member, Olga Torres Baker, member, Mayor Robert Dyer, Cynthia Terry, member, Tara Jones, member, Ebony Malone, associate, Cavelle Mollineaux, member, April Woodard, Honorable Dr. Amelia Ross-Hamond, Krisha Loftus, member, Grace Peart, member.