Minority-Owned Business of the Year

""BIPOC-built. Rooted right here.""

14 contenders in this category.

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About this category: Nominees are for-profit businesses at least 51% owned by someone who identifies as Black, Indigenous, or a person of color, in business at least 3 years, and known for their growth, resilience, and contribution to the community.

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Blackmagic Media

812 Washington Ave Website

Kalamazoo Forward Ventures (KzFV)

149 Corporation Alley Email Website

“Kalamazoo Forward Ventures (KzFV) is a $50 million, Black-founded investment firm planted and nurtured right here in Kalamazoo—with investments that branch across Michigan. We’re on a mission to

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Dabney & Co. - Cocktail Bar and Lounge (claim listing)

344 N Rose St (269) 475-9965 Website

Papa’s Brittle

6541 Stadium Dr (269) 823-3030 Email Website

“A fast growing, award winning business. We have been dubbed as having "the best brittle this side of heaven." Papa is a 64-year-old family tradition that is become a favorite snack. We are

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Blue Horizon Real Estate

Parisian Dream Desserts

(269) 550-8533 Email Website

“Parisian Dream Desserts is a home-based bakery creating handcrafted desserts made with quality ingredients and a touch of creativity. From classic favorites to gluten-free, vegan, and sugar-free

Catherine Nails

6289 W Main St Suite 2 (269) 501-9262 Website

“Founded in 2024 by 26 year old entrepreneur Catherine Huynh, Catherine Nails has transformed Kalamazoo’s beauty scene with a fresh, “come as you are” approach. What began in a one-bedroom apartment now

M2 McMillian Media | Video Production

5955 W Main St (269) 205-3897 Email Website

“When starting M2 McMillian Media, I was driven by a simple goal: to tell the stories of the remarkable people and organizations that make our community what it is, and create spaces where people could

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The Xperience By LuXury Escapes Event Venue

145 Farmers Alley Kalamazoo City Centre (616) 319-1297 Website

Queer Theatre Kalamazoo

315 W Michigan Ave (812) 219-9808 Email Website

“Founded in 2013 by Laura K Henderson, we are a 501(c)3 not for profit theatre operating in the greater Kalamazoo area. Utilizing theatre as a catalyst for social change, we believe in the power of the

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Sean Hollins – RJ's Printing, LLC. (claim listing)

1001 2nd St (269) 383-9102 Website

Fortunate Fourth Creations & Media

3426 W Main St 3426 W Main St (313) 354-1877 Email Website

“Erica Smith is the Founder and CEO of Fortunate Fourth Creations & Media, a Kalamazoo-based creative wellness company that is redefining how art can be used to strengthen individuals, organizations,

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The House of Ember - Boutique & Spa (claim listing)

5462 Gull Rd (269) 404-4776 Website

The Xperience By LuXury Escapes Event Venue

145 Farmers Alley Kalamazoo City Centre (616) 319-1297 Email Website

“The Xperience Events Management Group is a full-service event planning, production, and venue management company dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences throughout Southwest Michigan and

Minority-Owned Business of the Year

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