Save the Date! 2022 L.E.G.A.C.Y. Awards Gala will be on Saturday, February 26, 2022!
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720+ in attendance
7 Awards given
15 Restaurants Showcased
3 Young Entrepreneurs Awarded
Thank you for attending L.E.G.A.C.Y. Awards Weekend 2022!
We had an amazing time connecting with Chicago’s most influential event celebrating the contributions and impact of Black Entrepreneurs L.E.G.A.C.Y. Weekend! Check out the official L.E.G.A.C.Y. Weekend Highlight Video!
WDB Marketing and WDB Cares, NFP would like to thank everyone that supported and participated in this year’s L.E.G.A.C.Y. Weekend!
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2022 L.E.G.A.C.Y. Power Conference
If you all missed the second day of the POWER Conference – it was all about personal development. Health, Mental Wellness, Vision Building and Wealth! Check it out now and thank you to all our amazing panelists!
Let's Do it Again!
This years event will be hosted at Malcolm X College on February 29th, 2020. Join us as we celebrate the Legacy of Black Entrepreneurship! The LEGACY Awards will highlight key areas of importance in our communities – Leadership, Education, Growth, Advocacy, Community and Youth. Join us for an inspirational night of connecting and celebrating the impact of Black entrepreneurs!
3 Young Entrepreneurs Pitch
7 Businesses Leaders Awarded
12 Black Restaurants Showcased
20+ Media Interviews
L.E.G.A.C.Y. Awards Gala General Admission
- February 26th, 2022
- Includes Reception and Awards Gala
- General Seating
- Black Restaurant Showcase
$50.00
plus $1.99 fee
L.E.G.A.C.Y. POWER Conference
- February 24th & 25th, 2022
- All-Access to POWER Conference
- 8 Panels and Breakout Sessions
- Light Breakfast and Complimentary Lunch
- Gift Bag
$50.00
plus $1.99 fee
LEGACY Weekend Pass: Conference + Awards Gala
- Secure your pass for the entire weekend : February 24th - 26th, 2022
- Includes Reception and Awards Gala
- General Seating Black Restaurant Showcase
- All-Access to POWER Conference
$100.00
plus $2.99 fee
Our 2022 ConferenceSpeakers

Monique Rodriguez

Perdue Carter

Keeana Barber

James Wheeler

Cameka Smith

Milli Frick
All CDC Guidelines will be followed for both events.
- Proof of negative COVID test within 48 hours of event
- Onsite testing will be available, all weekend
- Vaccination cards will be acceptedÂ
Free mask for all guests
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WDB Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Applicants must be 25 years or younger and have an active business
APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED!
