Events

UBJ Signature Forums & Events

UBJ Signature Forums & Events

UBJ Signature Events

Heroes in Housing

January 2025

Heroes in Housing luncheon honors those making impactful contributions to affordable housing and community development. Awards include Housing Advocate, for policy champions; Real Estate Innovator, for pioneers in housing solutions; and Community Builder, for leaders strengthening neighborhoods. Join us in celebrating the visionaries shaping a more inclusive housing future.


Black Business Awards

February 2025

Black Business Excellence luncheon honors Black-owned businesses and leaders during Black History Month. Awards include the Trailblazer Award, for groundbreaking leaders; the Community Impact Award, for those driving positive change; and Innovator of the Year, for creative business solutions. Join us in celebrating the excellence and achievements of Black entrepreneurs shaping our future.


Women in Business Honors

March 2025

The Women in Business Honors luncheon celebrates exceptional women business owners, corporate executives, and entrepreneurs. Awards include Business Innovator, Startup Woman of the Year, Corporate Leader, and Sustainable Business. Join us in recognizing the achievements of women shaping industries and driving change.


Sustainable Business Awards

April 2025

The Green and Sustainable Businesses luncheon recognizes companies excelling in sustainability and environmental stewardship. Awards include Sustainable Business of the Year, Eco-Innovation Award, and Green Champion. Join us in celebrating businesses making a positive impact on the planet.

The Heroes in Housing luncheon honors those making impactful contributions to affordable housing and community development. Awards include Housing Advocate, for policy champions; Real Estate Innovator, for pioneers in housing solutions; and Community Builder, for leaders strengthening neighborhoods. Join us in celebrating the visionaries shaping a more inclusive housing future.


The Black Business Excellence luncheon honors Black-owned businesses and leaders during Black History Month. Awards include the Trailblazer Award, for groundbreaking leaders; the Community Impact Award, for those driving positive change; and Innovator of the Year, for creative business solutions. Join us in celebrating the excellence and achievements of Black entrepreneurs shaping our future.


The Women in Business Honors luncheon celebrates exceptional women business owners, corporate executives, and entrepreneurs. Awards include Business Innovator, Startup Woman of the Year, Corporate Leader, and Sustainable Business. Join us in recognizing the achievements of women shaping industries and driving change.


The Green and Sustainable Businesses luncheon recognizes companies excelling in sustainability and environmental stewardship. Awards include Sustainable Business of the Year, Eco-Innovation Award, and Green Champion. Join us in celebrating businesses making a positive impact on the planet.

Heroes in Housing

January 2025


The Heroes in Housing luncheon honors those making impactful contributions to affordable housing and community development. Awards include Housing Advocate, for policy champions; Real Estate Innovator, for pioneers in housing solutions; and Community Builder, for leaders strengthening neighborhoods. Join us in celebrating the visionaries shaping a more inclusive housing future.


Black Business Awards

February 2025


The Black Business Excellence luncheon honors Black-owned businesses and leaders during Black History Month. Awards include the Trailblazer Award, for groundbreaking leaders; the Community Impact Award, for those driving positive change; and Innovator of the Year, for creative business solutions. Join us in celebrating the excellence and achievements of Black entrepreneurs shaping our future.


Women in Business Honors

March 2025


The Women in Business Honors luncheon celebrates exceptional women business owners, corporate executives, and entrepreneurs. Awards include Business Innovator, Startup Woman of the Year, Corporate Leader, and Sustainable Business. Join us in recognizing the achievements of women shaping industries and driving change.


Sustainable Business Awards

April 2025


The Green and Sustainable Businesses luncheon recognizes companies excelling in sustainability and environmental stewardship. Awards include Sustainable Business of the Year, Eco-Innovation Award, and Green Champion. Join us in celebrating businesses making a positive impact on the planet.

Veteran Business Awards

May 2025

The Veteran Business Awards luncheon honors veteran entrepreneurs and businesses supporting the veteran community. Awards include Veteran Business of the Year, Service Award, and Veteran Advocate. Join us in celebrating the contributions of veterans in business and their impact on the community.


Black Business Awards

June 2025

The Juneteenth Business Awards luncheon celebrates the spirit of Juneteenth by honoring the freedom, resilience, and contributions of African Americans in business and entrepreneurship. Awards include the Freedom Entrepreneur Award, Community Resilience Award, and Legacy Builder Award. In the spirit of Juneteenth, we recognize those who have overcome adversity and are creating opportunities for future generations. Join us in celebrating leaders who are shaping a brighter, more inclusive future.


Heroes in Healthcare

July 2025


The Heroes in Healthcare luncheon shines a spotlight on exceptional contributions in healthcare and wellness. This event honors those who have gone above and beyond to improve the health and well-being of communities. Awards include Healthcare Hero, recognizing outstanding service; Medical Innovator, celebrating breakthroughs in medical advancements; and Wellness Advocate, honoring leaders in holistic health initiatives. Join us in celebrating the individuals and organizations making a lasting difference in the healthcare field.


Excellence in Funding & Finance

August 2025


The Excellence in Finance & Finance luncheon focuses on financial institutions and initiatives that support small businesses. This event celebrates those driving economic growth and empowering entrepreneurs through financial access and innovation. Awards include Small Business Lender of the Year, recognizing outstanding lending services; Financial Empowerment Award, honoring efforts in financial education and inclusion; and Investor in Community, celebrating significant investments in local economic development. Join us in recognizing the leaders fueling small business success and community growth.

Veteran Business Awards

May 2025

The Veteran Business Awards luncheon honors veteran entrepreneurs and businesses supporting the veteran community. Awards include Veteran Business of the Year, Service Award, and Veteran Advocate. Join us in celebrating the contributions of veterans in business and their impact on the community.


Black Business Awards

June 2025

The Juneteenth Business Awards luncheon celebrates the spirit of Juneteenth by honoring the freedom, resilience, and contributions of African Americans in business and entrepreneurship. Awards include the Freedom Entrepreneur Award, Community Resilience Award, and Legacy Builder Award. In the spirit of Juneteenth, we recognize those who have overcome adversity and are creating opportunities for future generations. Join us in celebrating leaders who are shaping a brighter, more inclusive future.


Heroes in Healthcare

July 2025


The Heroes in Healthcare luncheon shines a spotlight on exceptional contributions in healthcare and wellness. This event honors those who have gone above and beyond to improve the health and well-being of communities. Awards include Healthcare Hero, recognizing outstanding service; Medical Innovator, celebrating breakthroughs in medical advancements; and Wellness Advocate, honoring leaders in holistic health initiatives. Join us in celebrating the individuals and organizations making a lasting difference in the healthcare field.


Excellence in Funding & Finance

August 2025


The Excellence in Finance & Finance luncheon focuses on financial institutions and initiatives that support small businesses. This event celebrates those driving economic growth and empowering entrepreneurs through financial access and innovation. Awards include Small Business Lender of the Year, recognizing outstanding lending services; Financial Empowerment Award, honoring efforts in financial education and inclusion; and Investor in Community, celebrating significant investments in local economic development. Join us in recognizing the leaders fueling small business success and community growth.

The Veteran Business Awards luncheon honors veteran entrepreneurs and businesses supporting the veteran community. Awards include Veteran Business of the Year, Service Award, and Veteran Advocate. Join us in celebrating the contributions of veterans in business and their impact on the community.


The Juneteenth Business Awards luncheon celebrates the spirit of Juneteenth by honoring the freedom, resilience, and contributions of African Americans in business and entrepreneurship. Awards include the Freedom Entrepreneur Award, Community Resilience Award, and Legacy Builder Award. In the spirit of Juneteenth, we recognize those who have overcome adversity and are creating opportunities for future generations. Join us in celebrating leaders who are shaping a brighter, more inclusive future.


The Heroes in Healthcare luncheon shines a spotlight on exceptional contributions in healthcare and wellness. This event honors those who have gone above and beyond to improve the health and well-being of communities. Awards include Healthcare Hero, recognizing outstanding service; Medical Innovator, celebrating breakthroughs in medical advancements; and Wellness Advocate, honoring leaders in holistic health initiatives. Join us in celebrating the individuals and organizations making a lasting difference in the healthcare field.


The Excellence in Finance & Finance luncheon focuses on financial institutions and initiatives that support small businesses. This event celebrates those driving economic growth and empowering entrepreneurs through financial access and innovation. Awards include Small Business Lender of the Year, recognizing outstanding lending services; Financial Empowerment Award, honoring efforts in financial education and inclusion; and Investor in Community, celebrating significant investments in local economic development. Join us in recognizing the leaders fueling small business success and community growth.

Latinx Business Awards

September 2025


The Hispanic Business Excellence luncheon recognizes the achievements of Hispanic-owned businesses during Hispanic Heritage Month. This event honors those making significant contributions to the business community and preserving cultural heritage through their work. Awards include Hispanic Business Leader, for exceptional leadership; Cultural Impact Award, celebrating businesses that uplift and promote Hispanic culture; and Emerging Business, recognizing rising stars in the Hispanic business community. Join us in celebrating the innovators and leaders shaping the future of Hispanic entrepreneurship.


She's the Change: Celebrating Women in Philanthropy

October 2025


The She's the Change: Celebrating Women in Philanthropy luncheon celebrates unsung sheroes in nonprofit leadership, civic engagement, and philanthropy. This event honors women who have made remarkable contributions to their communities through service, advocacy, and giving. Awards include recognition for outstanding leadership, impactful civic work, and transformative philanthropic efforts. Join us in celebrating these inspiring women who are driving change and making a lasting impact on the world.


Urban Angel Honors

November 2025


Urban Angel Honors celebrates nonprofit organizations and leaders dedicated to serving underserved communities. This event recognizes those who have made significant contributions to improving lives through service, advocacy, and community impact. Awards celebrate outstanding leadership, innovative programs, and lasting change in underserved areas. Join us in honoring the heroes who are uplifting communities and making a difference where it’s needed most.


Kwanzaa Community Honors

December 2025


The Urban Angel Honors celebrates individuals, companies and organizations who dedicate their lives to lighting up the world through service and generosity. This event recognizes those making a profound impact on communities by using their platforms and resources to inspire change. Awards highlight exceptional contributions in advocacy, volunteerism, corporate responsibility, and philanthropy. Join us in honoring these remarkable individuals and organizations who are illuminating the path to a brighter future for all.

Latinx Business Awards

September 2025


The Hispanic Business Excellence luncheon recognizes the achievements of Hispanic-owned businesses during Hispanic Heritage Month. This event honors those making significant contributions to the business community and preserving cultural heritage through their work. Awards include Hispanic Business Leader, for exceptional leadership; Cultural Impact Award, celebrating businesses that uplift and promote Hispanic culture; and Emerging Business, recognizing rising stars in the Hispanic business community. Join us in celebrating the innovators and leaders shaping the future of Hispanic entrepreneurship.


She's the Change: Celebrating Women in Philanthropy

October 2025


The She's the Change: Celebrating Women in Philanthropy luncheon celebrates unsung sheroes in nonprofit leadership, civic engagement, and philanthropy. This event honors women who have made remarkable contributions to their communities through service, advocacy, and giving. Awards include recognition for outstanding leadership, impactful civic work, and transformative philanthropic efforts. Join us in celebrating these inspiring women who are driving change and making a lasting impact on the world.


Urban Angel Honors

November 2025


Urban Angel Honors celebrates nonprofit organizations and leaders dedicated to serving underserved communities. This event recognizes those who have made significant contributions to improving lives through service, advocacy, and community impact. Awards celebrate outstanding leadership, innovative programs, and lasting change in underserved areas. Join us in honoring the heroes who are uplifting communities and making a difference where it’s needed most.


Kwanzaa Community Honors

December 2025


The Urban Angel Honors celebrates individuals, companies and organizations who dedicate their lives to lighting up the world through service and generosity. This event recognizes those making a profound impact on communities by using their platforms and resources to inspire change. Awards highlight exceptional contributions in advocacy, volunteerism, corporate responsibility, and philanthropy. Join us in honoring these remarkable individuals and organizations who are illuminating the path to a brighter future for all.

The Hispanic Business Excellence luncheon recognizes the achievements of Hispanic-owned businesses during Hispanic Heritage Month. This event honors those making significant contributions to the business community and preserving cultural heritage through their work. Awards include Hispanic Business Leader, for exceptional leadership; Cultural Impact Award, celebrating businesses that uplift and promote Hispanic culture; and Emerging Business, recognizing rising stars in the Hispanic business community. Join us in celebrating the innovators and leaders shaping the future of Hispanic entrepreneurship.



The She's the Change: Celebrating Women in Philanthropy luncheon celebrates unsung sheroes in nonprofit leadership, civic engagement, and philanthropy. This event honors women who have made remarkable contributions to their communities through service, advocacy, and giving. Awards include recognition for outstanding leadership, impactful civic work, and transformative philanthropic efforts. Join us in celebrating these inspiring women who are driving change and making a lasting impact on the world.


Urban Angel Honors celebrates nonprofit organizations and leaders dedicated to serving underserved communities. This event recognizes those who have made significant contributions to improving lives through service, advocacy, and community impact. Awards celebrate outstanding leadership, innovative programs, and lasting change in underserved areas. Join us in honoring the heroes who are uplifting communities and making a difference where it’s needed most.


The Urban Angel Honors celebrates individuals, companies and organizations who dedicate their lives to lighting up the world through service and generosity. This event recognizes those making a profound impact on communities by using their platforms and resources to inspire change. Awards highlight exceptional contributions in advocacy, volunteerism, corporate responsibility, and philanthropy. Join us in honoring these remarkable individuals and organizations who are illuminating the path to a brighter future for all.

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