About the Gala
The Black Brilliance Awards & 5th Annual Virginia Black Chamber Gala is a black-tie celebration honoring the excellence, resilience, and innovation of Black-owned businesses across Virginia. This unforgettable evening brings together entrepreneurs, leaders, and community champions for a night of recognition, inspiration, and connection.
Experience the elegance of:
- Red Carpet Photo Moments
- Networking with Business Leaders
- Plated Dinner & Live Entertainment
- Prestigious Awards Ceremony
- Raffle & Prizes
- Music & Dancing
What to Expect:
- VIP Cocktail Hour & Red Carpet Photos
- 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Dinner, Gala & Awards Ceremony
- 6:00 pm - 10: 00 pm
- Music & Dancing & Celebration
- 10:00 pm - 12:00 am
Partner With Us to Celebrate Excellence
Your sponsorship helps bring the Black Brilliance Awards Gala to life—supporting audiovisual production, catering, awards, and the many details that make this black-tie celebration unforgettable. More importantly, your partnership fuels the Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce’s mission to uplift and empower Black-owned businesses across the Commonwealth.
Sponsors are recognized throughout the evening and across VABCC platforms, extending your visibility far beyond the Gala night. Email president@vablackchamber.org for more information on sponsorship.
Event Details
Join us in the heart of Richmond for an elegant evening celebrating brilliance and excellence at the 5th Annual Black Brilliance Awards Gala.
- When: December 13, 2025
- Time: 6:00 pm - 11:59 pm
- Where: Marriott Downtown Richmond
- Dress Code: Black Tie Formal
Hotel Accommodations:
A special room block and discounted rate are available for Gala guests at the Marriott Downtown Richmond. Book your stay early to take advantage of this exclusive offer. Room Discount booking deadline November 21, 2025.
Parking & Transportation:
- On-site valet and self-parking available at the Marriott
- Additional parking garages within walking distance
2025 Black Brilliance Nominees
Customer Service Excellence
- McNeal and Company Creative Solutions
- Ma Margaret's House Bed and Breakfast
- Higher Purpose Learning Tutoring Service
- Resist Booksellers
- A Family Affair Event Management
- Down Home Comfort Cafe
Emerging Business Award
- Down Home Comfort Cafe
- The Interim Firm
- Accurate Bookkeeping Solutions
- Sette's Kitchen and Catering
- The Healing Station Counseling Center
- Smoke & Mirrors Cigar Lounge
Community Connector
- Prince William County Community Foundation
- Higher Purpose Learning Tutoring Service
- The Marlo Companies
- Socially Savvy
- Riddick Entertainment & Events
- Skin Goal Esthetics
Social Impact
- FAHASS
- Pink Carpet Event
- The Healing Station
- Prince William County Community Foundation
- The JWC Foundation
- PCOS Awarnes Assocation
Cultural Catalyst
- Elegba Folklore Society
- Brencore Entertainment
- Leroy Brown Art
- Virginia Black Film Festival
- Kemi Abifarin
- Art By Bryce
Tech Company of the Year
- Barter Black
- Blacks in Technology
- Zuri Solutions
- Hands On It
- Captstone Tech
- Tekconnx
Next Gen Icon & Future Legend
- MelanBrand Skin
- NelleRose Educational Services
- Mascara and Melanin
- Step Up Beauty
- Curated By Phoenix
- Cookie Loft Bakery
Innovator of the Year
- Quinn Conyers
- Raven Elite Protection
- McNeal and Company Creative Solutions
- Tekconnx
- Prime Partners Engineering
- Humble Hustle
Pillar of Excellence
- CTI Real Estate
- Rita Ricks
- Unmasked Uplifts
- The Marlo Companies
- Mooring Law Firm
- Nikki's Christian Academy
Social Impact
- FAHASS
- Pink Carpet Event
- The Healing Station
- Prince William County Community Foundation
- The JWC Foundation
- PCOS Awarnes Assocation
Cultural Catalyst
- Elegba Folklore Society
- Brencore Entertainment
- Leroy Brown Art
- Virginia Black Film Festival
- Kemi Abifarin
- Art By Bryce
Tech Company of the Year
- Barter Black
- Blacks in Technology
- Zuri Solutions
- Hands On It
- Captstone Tech
- Tekconnx
Black Print Award
- Mike King Biz - On the Mic with Mike
- NAACP Virginia State Conference
- #ENOUGH
- DJ Akademiks
- Mayor Derrick Wood
- The JWC Foundation
Reserve Your Tickets for the Black Brilliance Awards Gala
Join us for an unforgettable evening of elegance, recognition, and celebration at the 5th Annual Virginia Black Chamber Black Brilliance Awards Gala. Seating is limited—secure your place today!
Member General Admission
- Awards Ceremony & Dinner
Member General Admission
- Awards Ceremony & Dinner
Visitor General Admission
- Awards Ceremony & Dinner
VIP Admission Experience
- Awards Ceremony & Dinner
- Red Carpet Photo Experience
- VIP Check-In Line & Priority Seating
- Commemorative VIP Gift
VIP Table Experience
- Awards Ceremony & Dinner
- Red Carpet Photo Experience
- VIP Check-In Line & Priority Seating
- Commemorative VIP Gift
- VIP Experience Access for All 10 guests
- Custom-branded Table Signage, Perfect for Businesses, Sponsors, and Groups
Thank you to our 5th Annual Gala Sponsors
Platinum Sponsor
Platinum Sponsor
Bronze Sponsor
