Miami is helping Black-owned businesses by providing resources and support.

In an effort to support the growth of Miami's Black-owned enterprises, Miami-Dade County is taking part in National Black Business Month. Bill Diggs, executive director of the Miami-Dade Economic Advocacy Trust, recently spoke with the Miami Herald on the importance of community involvement to help stimulate the local economy.

“We need the community to help us make an undeniable statement that the growth and prosperity of Miami-Dade County is correlated to the growth and prosperity of the county’s Black business community,” Diggs said.

The sentiment of community engagement is shared by Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union-Wade, who have recently left the state of Florida. During an interview on Rachel Nichols' Showtime series, Headliners With Rachel Nichols, Wade discussed the reasons for his family's departure, mentioning the controversial "Don't Say Gay" bill that was passed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

"My decisions must encompass my family’s well-being, extending beyond personal choices," said Wade. "While the state’s tax benefits and the recognition of Wade County are positive, it’s essential that my family feels embraced and at ease. Unfortunately, that’s not a sentiment we would encounter there, which is a significant factor in my decision not to live there."

The NAACP has also issued a travel advisory recommending that Black people and people of color avoid traveling to the state. The organization is concerned about the educational directives and the stance on LGBTQ+ issues, as demonstrated by the "Don't Say Gay" bill.

To combat this, the City of Miami is focused on increasing the visibility of Black businesses. The Miami-Dade Economic Advocacy Trust is hosting several events from August 15-22 that are open to the public and are designed to help Black businesses in the Miami area succeed and garner public interest.

David Whitaker, CEO of the Greater Miami Convention and Visitor Bureau, spoke to the Herald and commented on the importance of these initiatives: “The travel and hospitality industry can only continue to truly have equitable growth in Miami-Dade County if those in the Black business community are afforded viable opportunities. Black Business Month can be used to reassess key relationships, evaluate resources and needs and enter into meaningful conversations to leverage the talents and drive of our entrepreneurs.”

The City of Miami and Miami-Dade County are committed to ensuring that Black businesses have the support they need. National Black Business Month is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Black entrepreneurs and to focus on initiatives that will help Miami's Black-owned businesses succeed and grow.

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