UPCOMING
EVENTS
Join us for a powerful virtual experience at MelaninCon 2026. Our online events are intentionally curated to educate, empower, and connect our community from anywhere in the world. Each session is thoughtfully designed to deliver real value, tangible tools, and unforgettable moments all from the comfort of your home.
Sponsorship packages available upon request.
3 days to the event
About
Our Story
After a powerful debut in 2023 and a return in April 2025 that was nothing short of extraordinary, MelaninCON has solidified itself as the premier gathering for Black entrepreneurs, creatives, professionals, and changemakers.
Each summit has brought together Millennial and Gen-Z leaders from across the country for days filled with culture, connection, and community.
From packed panels and transformative conversations to curated socials, awards, and keynote addresses, MelaninCON has exceeded expectations year after year. Attendees have traveled from more than 30 states to join a space grounded in our six guiding pillars:
Culture
Community
Commitment
Commerce
Luxury
Empowerment
This is not just a conference. It is a movement. A celebration of what is possible when Black excellence is centered, uplifted, and given room to grow. The stories are powerful, the energy is unmatched, and the connections made at MelaninCON continue to spark impact far beyond the weekend.
With two successful summits behind us, MelaninCON is evolving into something even greater. Join us as we expand our reach, deepen our impact, and create the future of Black brilliance together.
Past Speakers
Allie Joy Tsahey (BaddieCon) ( Baddies in Tech), Andromeda Peters, Arthur Bernier Jr., Ashley Robinson, Christal Luster, Constance Carter, D’Shawn Harris, Donovan(The Posh Standard)(MelaninCON)(A Celebration of US, INC), Dr. Rochelle M. Thompson, Howard Jean (Black Meta Agency), Ken Fisk, Trell Thomas (Black Excellence Brunch), Kennedy Lucas(Former Miss Black DC), NeAndre Broussard(Black MensWear), Nicholas Wiggins, Omi Bell ( Black Girl Ventures), Pastor Jamal Bryant, Philomina Kane (KinApparel), Senzwa Ntshepe (The Connect), Sierra Shepherd, Stefon Somers, Teri Tenille, and Trevor Alexander. Kadmirl Van Der Puje (Experience Africa) (Voice of Africa), Davy J, Temi Oladipupo, Darrell Gaston (Kitchen Savages DC), Wade Menendez, Malik Jarret (E.A.T. Clothing), Alexandra Tolbert, Brittany Rose, Randy Lewis, Sean Williams (The Dad Gang), Dr. Leeshe Grimes, Keri Gray, Dorian Kirkwood, Jerome Lewis (THEM2US), Abu Sillah (The DMV Daily), and Brandon Andrews(Shark Tank).
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