Name: 20th Business Matchmaker Conference & Expo
Start: 2026-10-02T00:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-10-02T23:59:59-04:00
Location: Palm Beach County Convention Center

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		0 events 1 0 events, 1	0 events 2 0 events, 2	0 events 3 0 events, 3	1 event 4 1 event, 4 2026-09-04 Orange Blossom Classic Weekend – 7th Annual Denim Party Orange Blossom Classic Weekend – 7th Annual Denim Party September 4 Orange Blossom Classic Weekend – 7th Annual Denim Party It’s not an HBCU Weekend without the parties. The official Orange Blossom Classic Weekend lineup is HERE, and Labor Day Weekend in Miami Gardens is about to be one for the books. From the Denim Party and HBCU All White Affair to the official Game Day Party, Afterparty, and Good Vibes Only Brunch, the energy goes all weekend long. SAVE THE DATES: - Friday, Sept. 4 — 7th Annual Denim Party - Saturday, Sept. 5 — HBCU All White Affair - Sunday, Sept. 6 — Official Game Day Party + Official Afterparty - Monday, Sept. 7 — Good Vibes Only Brunch [...]	4 events 5 4 events, 5 2026-09-05 Orange Blossom Classic Weekend – HBCU All White Affair Orange Blossom Classic Weekend – HBCU All White Affair September 5 Orange Blossom Classic Weekend – HBCU All White Affair It’s not an HBCU Weekend without the parties. The official Orange Blossom Classic Weekend lineup is HERE, and Labor Day Weekend in Miami Gardens is about to be one for the books. From the Denim Party and HBCU All White Affair to the official Game Day Party, Afterparty, and Good Vibes Only Brunch, the energy goes all weekend long. SAVE THE DATES: - Friday, Sept. 4 — 7th Annual Denim Party - Saturday, Sept. 5 — HBCU All White Affair - Sunday, Sept. 6 — Official Game Day Party + Official Afterparty - Monday, Sept. 7 — Good Vibes Only Brunch [...] 2026-09-05 OBC Alumni Pre-Game Charity Celebration OBC Alumni Pre-Game Charity Celebration September 5 @ 9:00 pm - September 6 @ 2:00 am OBC Alumni Pre-Game Charity Celebration Miami nights. HBCU energy. Alumni vibes. Get ready for the Welcome to Miami: OBC Alumni Pre-Game Charity Celebration Labor Day Weekend as FAMU and South Carolina State alumni, supporters, and friends come together for an unforgettable night in the city before game day. Hosted by Attorney Ben Crump (FAMU) and Attorney Carl Solomon (SCSU), in partnership with the Orange Blossom Classic and presented by alumni Keshia Walker, Insights Marketing, and the BCGA Foundation. $25 8:30 am - 12:30 pm WPEAP Community Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs September 5 @ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm WPEAP Community Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs Program participants will benefit immensely from the Community Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs - a hands-on exposure to the fundamentals of launching and growing a successful venture. Taught by seasoned faculty, subject matter experts and successful entrepreneurs, the program occurs on six consecutive Saturday mornings from mid-August to mid-September 2026 from 8:30 a.m to 12:30 p.m., followed by a networking lunch. The bootcamp will be held at The Press Building, 2751 South Dixie Highway, in West Palm. This is an FSU West Palm collaboration space. Topics covered in the Community Bootcamp address all facets of a successful venture, ranging from the development of a viable [...], 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm “Where Dere’s A Will, Dere’s A Criminal!” Stage Play – Miramar September 5 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm “Where Dere’s A Will, Dere’s A Criminal!” Stage Play – Miramar Oliver Samuels, the King of Jamaican Comedy, is coming LIVE for Labor Day Weekend in the hilarious stage play “Where Dere’s A Will, Dere’s A Criminal!” $65
4 events 6 4 events, 6 2026-09-05 OBC Alumni Pre-Game Charity Celebration OBC Alumni Pre-Game Charity Celebration 2026-09-06 Orange Blossom Classic Weekend – Official Game Day Party + Official Afterparty Orange Blossom Classic Weekend – Official Game Day Party + Official Afterparty September 6 Orange Blossom Classic Weekend – Official Game Day Party + Official Afterparty It’s not an HBCU Weekend without the parties. The official Orange Blossom Classic Weekend lineup is HERE, and Labor Day Weekend in Miami Gardens is about to be one for the books. From the Denim Party and HBCU All White Affair to the official Game Day Party, Afterparty, and Good Vibes Only Brunch, the energy goes all weekend long. SAVE THE DATES: - Friday, Sept. 4 — 7th Annual Denim Party - Saturday, Sept. 5 — HBCU All White Affair - Sunday, Sept. 6 — Official Game Day Party + Official Afterparty - Monday, Sept. 7 — Good Vibes Only Brunch [...] 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm Orange Blossom Classic September 6 @ 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm Orange Blossom Classic Looking for a unique employee appreciation experience? 👏🏾🏈 Reward your team with a day they’ll actually remember. The Orange Blossom Classic combines championship football, HBCU culture, live entertainment, FanFest, and a game-day atmosphere unlike anything else in South Florida. The 2026 OBC HBCU Weekend Experience… it just hits different. Whether you’re celebrating employees, hosting clients, or bringing your organization together, OBC is the perfect opportunity to connect outside the office. $38.50, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm “Where Dere’s A Will, Dere’s A Criminal!” Stage Play – Coral Springs September 6 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm “Where Dere’s A Will, Dere’s A Criminal!” Stage Play – Coral Springs Oliver Samuels, the King of Jamaican Comedy, is coming LIVE for Labor Day Weekend in the hilarious stage play “Where Dere’s A Will, Dere’s A Criminal!” $65	1 event 7 1 event, 7 2026-09-07 Orange Blossom Classic Weekend – Good Vibes Only Brunch Orange Blossom Classic Weekend – Good Vibes Only Brunch September 7 Orange Blossom Classic Weekend – Good Vibes Only Brunch It’s not an HBCU Weekend without the parties. The official Orange Blossom Classic Weekend lineup is HERE, and Labor Day Weekend in Miami Gardens is about to be one for the books. From the Denim Party and HBCU All White Affair to the official Game Day Party, Afterparty, and Good Vibes Only Brunch, the energy goes all weekend long. SAVE THE DATES: - Friday, Sept. 4 — 7th Annual Denim Party - Saturday, Sept. 5 — HBCU All White Affair - Sunday, Sept. 6 — Official Game Day Party + Official Afterparty - Monday, Sept. 7 — Good Vibes Only Brunch [...]	0 events 8 0 events, 8	0 events 9 0 events, 9	0 events 10 0 events, 10	2 events 11 2 events, 11 2026-09-11 Made for this Moment: Purpose, Power, Progress Made for this Moment: Purpose, Power, Progress September 11 - September 13 Made for this Moment: Purpose, Power, Progress We are pleased to announce the Fifteenth Annual Women of Color Empowerment Conference to take place September 11th – September 13th, 2026, at the beautiful Fort Lauderdale beach. Our theme this year is "Made for this Moment: Purpose, Power & Progress." On September 11th, there will be programming followed by a beautiful evening networking reception on Fort Lauderdale Beach (location to be announced.) September 12th is our featured programming day, which should not be missed. On September 13th, attendees will enjoy jazz and breakfast on Fort Lauderdale Beach. The weekend will include renowned speakers, thought-provoking presentations, and networking with leaders [...] 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm WBENCPitch Academy: Define Your Story – Get in The Hot Seat September 11 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm WBENCPitch Academy: Define Your Story – Get in The Hot Seat WBENCPitch is a signature WBENC program featuring a series of educational sessions and pitch competitions to help you hone your business pitch, gain exposure, and win prizes. The 2026 WBENCPitch IMPACT program: Focuses on storytelling and impact. Features 2 separate categories: Products and Services, with a national winner in each category. Awards a first prize of $20,000 in each category. Awards a second prize of a complimentary 2027 WBENC National Conference registration in each category.	2 events 12 2 events, 12 2026-09-11 Made for this Moment: Purpose, Power, Progress 8:30 am - 12:30 pm WPEAP Community Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs September 12 @ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm WPEAP Community Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs Program participants will benefit immensely from the Community Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs - a hands-on exposure to the fundamentals of launching and growing a successful venture. Taught by seasoned faculty, subject matter experts and successful entrepreneurs, the program occurs on six consecutive Saturday mornings from mid-August to mid-September 2026 from 8:30 a.m to 12:30 p.m., followed by a networking lunch. The bootcamp will be held at The Press Building, 2751 South Dixie Highway, in West Palm. This is an FSU West Palm collaboration space. Topics covered in the Community Bootcamp address all facets of a successful venture, ranging from the development of a viable [...]
1 event 13 1 event, 13 2026-09-11 Made for this Moment: Purpose, Power, Progress Made for this Moment: Purpose, Power, Progress	0 events 14 0 events, 14	0 events 15 0 events, 15	0 events 16 0 events, 16	0 events 17 0 events, 17	0 events 18 0 events, 18	1 event 19 1 event, 19 8:30 am - 12:30 pm WPEAP Community Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs September 19 @ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm WPEAP Community Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs Program participants will benefit immensely from the Community Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs - a hands-on exposure to the fundamentals of launching and growing a successful venture. Taught by seasoned faculty, subject matter experts and successful entrepreneurs, the program occurs on six consecutive Saturday mornings from mid-August to mid-September 2026 from 8:30 a.m to 12:30 p.m., followed by a networking lunch. The bootcamp will be held at The Press Building, 2751 South Dixie Highway, in West Palm. This is an FSU West Palm collaboration space. Topics covered in the Community Bootcamp address all facets of a successful venture, ranging from the development of a viable [...]
0 events 20 0 events, 20	0 events 21 0 events, 21	0 events 22 0 events, 22	0 events 23 0 events, 23	2 events 24 2 events, 24 2026-09-24 GJDC Symposium 2027 GJDC Symposium 2027 September 24 - September 25 GJDC Symposium 2027 Greetings from the Global Jamaica Diaspora Council! If you are in the USA, the UK, Jamaica, or anywhere across the Caribbean, you are warmly invited to be part of our first Global Jamaica Diaspora Symposium, taking place in Florida on September 24–25, 2027. Save the Date! We are currently welcoming: • Exhibitors • Sponsors • Volunteers If you are interested in getting involved or would like more information, please reach out to Ms. Janice McIntosh or Dr. Tony Bromley. We look forward to bringing together Jamaicans and friends of Jamaica from around the world for this landmark event. Please save the [...] 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm You Have a Contract, Now What? Construction Industry September 24 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm You Have a Contract, Now What? Construction Industry Gain insights for navigating the Broward County process when awarded a Construction Contract Recently awarded a construction contract with Broward County government? Interested in securing a construction contract at a Broward County facility for your construction company? Join us for this informative event to learn the dos and don'ts when awarded a construction contract with Broward County government. Attendees will: Get insight into how to navigate County procedures Network with industry peers and colleagues Hosted by OESBD Director Maribel Feliciano.	1 event 25 1 event, 25 2026-09-24 GJDC Symposium 2027	2 events 26 2 events, 26 10:00 am - 4:00 pm PSL Bacon & BBQ Festival September 26 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm PSL Bacon & BBQ Festival Enjoy this FREE event in Port St. Lucie, FL where BBQ, community, and joy come together at the MIDFLORIDA Event Center. This is a 2-Day event being held from 10am-4pm on both days. Don't miss out!, 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Derby at Dusk – 2026 Red Gala September 26 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Derby at Dusk – 2026 Red Gala The Urban League of Broward County proudly presents Derby at Dusk, our 2026 Red Gala. Join community leaders, corporate partners, and changemakers as we celebrate our shared commitment to creating opportunities and advancing equity throughout Broward County. The Red Gala is the Urban League of Broward County's signature fundraising event. Through the Gala, the Urban League honors local leaders who embody the agency's mission while raising funds to tackle the root causes of poverty for underserved communities throughout Broward County. By supporting the Gala, you help address the unmet needs of over 14,000 children and adults each year. $300
1 event 27 1 event, 27 10:00 am - 4:00 pm PSL Bacon & BBQ Festival September 27 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm PSL Bacon & BBQ Festival Enjoy this FREE event in Port St. Lucie, FL where BBQ, community, and joy come together at the MIDFLORIDA Event Center. This is a 2-Day event being held from 10am-4pm on both days. Don't miss out!	0 events 28 0 events, 28	0 events 29 0 events, 29	1 event 30 1 event, 30 2026-09-30 Go for the Greens 2026 Women’s Business Conference: Cultivating Connections Go for the Greens 2026 Women’s Business Conference: Cultivating Connections September 30 @ 5:00 pm - October 3 @ 4:00 pm Go for the Greens 2026 Women’s Business Conference: Cultivating Connections Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience at the 2026 Go for the Greens Conference, where the spirit of collaboration and innovation takes center stage under the intentional messaging, “Cultivating Connections.” We are developing ways to help you expand your network, nurture existing relationships and get ready to harvest results all year long and at the annual conference. Register Now and Save $200 $950