Where OUR Leaders Connect, Collaborate and Create Change.

April 23-24, 2026 | Raleigh

Raleigh Marriott Crabtree

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20 Years of Building Black Civic Power

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For 20 years, the NC Black Summit has been a trusted space for connection, learning and collective insight. The 2026 Summit builds on that legacy.

Guided by the theme “Unleashing OUR Power: United in Purpose,” this milestone convening unites elected leaders, public policy experts, community advocates and strategic partners from across North Carolina to exchange ideas, share best practices and explore solutions that promote equity, accountability and opportunity. Through conversation and collective insight, participants will examine how policy, community leadership and civic engagement intersect—unleashing new pathways to shape outcomes for OUR communities.

Join us, and together, we can unleash OUR power and unite in purpose to work for the equity OUR communities deserve.

Summit Pricing

In-Person Registration

$299

 Limited Number of in-person registrations available 
Conference registration includes access to the Thursday Opening and Networking Receptions, Opening Keynote Breakfast, Jeanne H. Lucas Luncheon and the 20th Annual Summit Banquet.

🔥 New this year: The Opening Reception at the Governor’s Mansion is included with registration. Please select the Governor’s Reception ticket option during registration to reserve your spot.

Individual Event Tickets

Can’t make the entire Summit? We invite you to purchase an individual ticket. Online pricing has ended a limited number of on-siten tickets are av

Thursday Networking Reception

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$75

Opening Keynote + Breakfast

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$50

Senator Jeanne H. Lucas Luncheon

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$85

20th NC Black Summit Banquet

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$125

Keynote Speakers

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Senator Kandie Smith

Breakfast Keynote

Sen. Kandie Smith

North Carolina Senate District 5
Chair, NC Legislative Black Caucus

Lynae Vanee

Luncheon Keynote

Lynae Vanee

Multifaceted Performer | Poet Influencer | Writer | Actress

Angela Rye

Banquet Keynote

Angela Rye

 Award-Winning Host | Social Justice Advocate | Lawyer | Empowermenteur

2026 Conference Sponsors

Join us in Raleigh for the 20th NC Black Summit!

Registration & General Questions
(919) 891-9788  | [email protected]

Sponsorship Information
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