Mahogany Connections

You are invited to the Capital of New York State Black Expo! The event will return for its third year on Saturday November, 13, 2021 at Albany Capital Center from 10am-5pm.

The mission of the Capital of New York State Black Expo is to promote economic growth and business opportunities across New York State. The CNYS Black Expo will provide attendees with health awareness information to support healthy living, along with providing small businesses with an opportunity to access a broad range of potential customers as well as the local community.

Many local small businesses and community- based nonprofits lack opportunities to network effectively with similar entities within New York State. The CNYS Black Expo will provide a forum to build relationships and exchange information, encouraging collaboration and new business prospects across New York State.

The CNYS Black Expo will also inspire cultural and local pride via exhibits, workshops, presentations and performances by youth, changemakers and positive figures from the Capital District and beyond.

The motto of the CNYS Black Expo is: one full day of culture, community and connection, celebrating African American history.