1 Million Black Businesses

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You’ve got what it takes. You just need a boost. Shopify and Operation Hope plan to help start, grow and scale one million Black businesses in the US and Canada by 2030.

Ready to work with a coach and launch your business?

A photo of an on-stage conversation with Brandon Blackwood, a successful Black entrepreneur, in front of an audience from the Build Black Community.
A Black entrepreneur. The 1 Million Black Businesses initiative includes membership to Shopify’s Build Black Community.
A close-up photo of a successful Black entrepreneur and guest of a Build Black Community event giving members exclusive business insights.
A Black entrepreneur. The 1 Million Black Businesses initiative includes membership to Shopify’s Build Black Community.
A photo of a Black entrepreneur during a workshop with a Black merchant success manager, discussing entrepreneurial tips.
A Black entrepreneur. The 1 Million Black Businesses initiative presents opportunities to network with other successful Black shop owners.
A photo of a Black entrepreneur during a workshop with a Black merchant success manager, discussing entrepreneurial tips.
A photo of the Build Black program lead, holding a mic infront of an audience of seated guests at a Build Black event. There's a large monitor behind the program lead indicating the schedule for the event.
A close-up photo of an on-stage conversation with Brandon Blackwood, a successful Black entrepreneur sharing excerpts from his entrepreneurial journey.
A photo of the Build Black program lead, holding a mic infront of an audience of seated guests at a Build Black event. There's a large monitor behind the program lead indicating the schedule for the event.
A Black entrepreneur. Take advantage of focused and trusted resources that will help start, grow, and scale your Black-owned business.
A photo of Zerina Akers, a successful Black entrepreneur offering insights during an “ask me anything” style conversation during a Build Black event.
A Black entrepreneur. Take advantage of focused and trusted resources that will help start, grow, and scale your Black-owned business.
A photo of Bryan Walker, founder of HBCU Prep School, on stage at Black Entrepreneurs Day with Daymond John, holding a large check $25,000 for winning a Build Black Pitch Competition.
An ariel photo of an on-stage conversation with Brandon Blackwood, a Black entrepreneur providing insight to an audience of Build Black Community members.
A photo of Bryan Walker, founder of HBCU Prep School, on stage at Black Entrepreneurs Day with Daymond John, holding a large check $25,000 for winning a Build Black Pitch Competition.
A Build Black Community event close-up photo of a presenter imparting hard-earned learnings to aspiring Black entrepreneurs.

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Operation HOPE

Shopify and Operation HOPE are on a mission to expand economic opportunity, making free enterprise work for everyone.

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What you get with Build Black

You focus on legacy. We’ll be your foundation. Whether you’re at the beginning stages, building, or a seasoned entrepreneur—this program is for you.

A wide-view from above of an on-stage conversation with a Black entrepreneur providing insight only available to the Build Black Community.

Exclusive events

Get valuable networking opportunities and learn from successful Black entrepreneurs who understand your challenges.

Trusted resources

Start, grow, or scale with confidence with custom programming, tools, and resources—from logo generators to blogs from experts.

Community

Get exclusive access to the Build Black Community and connect with other Black entrepreneurs using Shopify for their business.

Education

Amplify your business and get to where you want to be with courses, virtual workshops, and one-on-one coaching.

How to join

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Sign up for the program

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Accept your email invitation

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Set up your profile

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