About

The Minority 
Business Week

What is IMBW?

our

vision

OUR VISION is for Indiana to become one of the best places in the nation for people of color to work or start and grow a business.

Get inspired by InnoPower Minority Business Week (IMBW), a groundbreaking week-long conference in Indianapolis that celebrates diversity and unites the most brilliant minds from top companies across the city, state, and world. This is your chance to be part of a vibrant community of partners, investors, students, professionals, and entrepreneurs, all coming together to create inclusive innovation ecosystems through captivating keynote sessions, thought-provoking panel discussions, hands-on workshops, and electrifying pitch competitions

Why we started this

Our

innopower

mission

OUR MISSION

Is to Accelerate Economic Productivity and Wealth Generation in Indiana Black Communities.
What is Rally?

IMBW and

RALLY

InnoPower Minority Business Week (IMBW) and Elevate Ventures are thrilled to announce their groundbreaking partnership for the 6th annual IMBW and 2nd annual Rally conference.

Elevate Ventures presents Rally, an innovation conference like no other! With keynote speeches, content sessions, investor meetups, a startup showcase, and a thrilling $5 million prize competition, Rally brings together changemakers from various sectors to spark collaboration and drive innovation better.

The inaugural Rally Conference in 2023 drew over 5,000 attendees to downtown Indianapolis, and this year's event promises to be even bigger and

Why Rally Partnership?

IMBW and

Rally

Partnership

This transformative partnership amplifies support for Black entrepreneurs and businesses while strengthening the region's innovation ecosystem. By bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds and industries, the conference opens doors to opportunities, from access to funding and technology careers to cross-sector connections and global exposure. Be part of this game-changing partnership that goes beyond events, driving real change, empowering entrepreneurs, and positioning Indiana as a hub of diversity, innovation, and economic success.
Why Indianapolis?

innopower in

indianapolis

Indianapolis is the heartbeat of Indiana's economy, and it's time to showcase its full potential. Meaningful economic development happens when growth, prosperity, and inclusion work hand in hand. By embracing diverse experiences, cultures, thoughts, and socio-economic contributions, Indiana can unlock sustainable growth and position itself as a leader on the national stage.
Meet Our

conference

committee