Black Tech Week 2026

Black Tech Week 2026

By Professor Sterling Haynes

I attended Black Tech Week now in its fifth year. It is a culture driven experience powered by community and built through corporate collaboration. Taking place July 14- July 16 2026. For five years, Black Tech Week has gathered founders, creators, operators, investors, and partners in the Queen City to shape what comes next.

Guided by culture is the code. Ideas deserve ownership. Innovation requires intention. The room is where momentum begins. Located at the Arnoff Center for the Arts. 650 Walnut ST Cincinnati, Oh 45202.

Hosted by Kyle Inskeep News Anchor from Local news 12.

To start the event head over to the registration booth. You can print your badge on-site using the name on your ticket or check in with the QR code in the Black Tech Week app/your email confirmation. Have it ready when you arrive for a faster check-in experience. Your badge is required for entry to official Black Tech Week events and partner activations throughout the city.

Registration Hours

Tuesday, July 14: 9:00 AM–3:00 PMWednesday, July 15: 9:00 AM–3:00 PMThursday, July 16: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM

Events are spread across the day at multiple locations in downtown Cincinnati. Guides are available to answer questions and provide directions.

Founder Run Club, Tea and Tech: Guided Morning Meditation and Sound Bath, JobsOhio Cafe Morning Networking, Confidence Lab, Founder’s Studio career fair and much more.

The Ohio Stem Career Mixer. Connect with Ohio-based employers hiring across science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and related fields. 1:30pm-4:00pm. Location at The Backstage Event Center located 625 Walnut St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 next to Nicholson’s restaurant. Across the street from the Arnoff Center.

Advance registration is required to be considered for a curated 1:1 conversation based on your business needs. Dress professional and bring copies of an updated resume.

Food & Beverage

Snacks were available on site to enjoy. There is food to purchase. Food Trucks, Urbana café, Black Tech Week Café, Fueled by the City of Cincinnati.

Security & Safety

Security personnel will be present throughout the venue and surrounding event spaces. If you're feeling unwell, please stay home and take advantage of the free livestream. Please note that luggage and bag storage will not be available on-site.

Attendees under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Industry Speakers

Damola Adamolekun CEO Red Lobster, Denim Richards Founder/CEO Opulent Entertainment Group, Antoinette Houston Staff Researcher & Strategist CNN, Regina Carswell Russo Founder/CEO RRight Now Communications and much more.

Engaging Topics

Personal Branding, Building Platforms People Actually LOVE, Human After All: Creativity in an Algorithmic World, Who Gets Counted? The Hidden Power of Data in Culture, Media, and Medicine, Using Your Influence for Good and even more.

Download the Black Tech Week App

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Black Tech Week is also streamed live on YouTube. To learn more about Black Tech Week visit https://blacktechweek.com