Black-Owned Business Directory

Support Black-Owned businesses for Black History Month and beyond.

In 2023, 20% of the entrepreneurs we supported proudly identified as Black women, leading thriving businesses across various sectors including Food/Beverage, Consumer Products, Professional Services, Retail, Media, Hospitality, Cannabis, Health & Wellness, Beauty, and the Trades. This aligns with the broader trend where Black women now own 21% of women-owned businesses nationally and are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs, starting new ventures at an unprecedented rate. Additionally, they constitute 36% of all Black employers. This is what changing the face of success in business looks like.

3V3RYDAY GRIND is a clothing brand with a line of vibrant, hi-visibility, all season apparel designed for professionals who work in industries, such as construction, where high visibility is a part of safety. 3V3RYDAY GRIND designs gear to take you from the job site to the street in style. Follow @3v3ryday_grind on Instagram.

A. McGhee Publishing embraces the power of inspiration to transform lives. Whether you're seeking motivation, guidance in your writing journey, or insights into personal and professional development, owner Areatae N. McGhee, utilizes her extensive knowledge and personal experiences to mentor others, helping them to realize their dreams. Follow @Areataem on Instagram.

At Bacharach Construction LLC, their clients are their partners, and together they help make their clients' vision a reality by constructing incredible spaces. Their projects are well run because they take their partnerships seriously and take great pride in continuing to work with their partners through multiple projects and over many years. Bacharach Construction stands as a reliable contractor, built on grit and determination. They are committed to limiting their client’s risks through every phase of the project and beyond. Follow @bacharachconstruction on Facebook.

Camille E. Trummer Consulting is a boutique consultancy specializing in social corporate responsibility, community/stakeholder engagement, and strategic communications. As the Principal Consultant, Camille's social impact work extends across a range of industries including community economic development, urban planning and sustainability, environmental justice, and public health. Follow @modernmix on Instagram.

Capitol Bar & Lounge is a place where you can get hand-crafted cocktails at brunch on the weekends, sing your heart out in one of their five karaoke rooms, listen to live music and where everyone feels welcomed. Follow @capitol_pdx on Instagram.

Collective Insight offers therapy services utilizing a Trauma-focused approach. Owner and therapist, Charlene McCleoud, strives to create an atmosphere where one can work towards freeing themselves of negativity, stress, self-doubt, fear, anguish, guilt, irritability, while creating a collaborative and safe environment.

Crystal Ball Botanicals is about self care and creating a doable healthy lifestyle regimen that makes you feel good about yourself. What goes on our skin goes into our bodies. This is the reason that owner, Crystal Ball, created Crystal Ball Botanicals.

Dirty Radish is a travel company connecting travelers to, owner, Chevonne Ball's favorite places, Oregon and France, for world class hospitality and wine education. Since establishing Dirty Radish in 2017, Chevonne has expanded her services to include wine and travel itineraries, hospitality consulting services, educational seminars, and her own line wine. Follow @dirty_radish on Instagram.

Dragon Mastery LLC is a thought-conscious training program designed to awaken your mind to its fullest potential. Awareness, responsibility, and compassion are used to increase spiritual well-being, personal power, and creative potential back into your world. They are committed to providing knowledgeable, insightful, and useful tools for your personal development.. Follow @mydragonslife on Instagram.

Drip Candle Goods is a radiant oasis of handcrafted candles and exquisite home goods. Every candle is meticulously crafted with premium eco-friendly waxes and thoughtfully chosen fragrances. In addition to premium ingredients, owner, Ijeoma Achonu, infuses her unwavering commitment to quality and craftsmanship into each hand-poured candle and curated houseware. Follow @dripcandlegoods on Instagram.

Elegant Boutique is the first and only mobile beauty supply store in Oregon, offering competitive prices, its own brand of braiding hair, and delivery to your home, school, job, salon, etc. 7 days a week in the Portland Metro area and Vancouver. Follow @elegantboutiquebeautysupply on Instagram.

Eleni's Kitchen is on a mission to provide the best and authentic Ethiopian food products. The products evokes the traditional, open-flame style of Ethiopian cooking and is rich in exotic aromas. Follow @eleniskitchen.ethiopianfood on Instagram.

Everything Beauty is dedicated to creating high-quality body moisturizers that deeply nourish the skin, improve softness and texture, and provide relaxation and healing. They are committed to making their customers feel their best, by offering products that are carefully crafted with love and care. Follow @minebymarisha on Instagram.

Exit Bliss dedicates itself to aiding teams in addressing business challenges with a strategic approach, defined processes, and a clear roadmap. They are experts in Change Management, Organizational Development, and Succession Planning. Their mission is to become your process partner for organizational legacy. Follow @exitbliss on Instagram.

FLI Social is a network of talented photographers, videographers and social media managers. FLI Social connects their amazing freelancers to businesses, non profits, non business owners and more. Founder, Jessica Vanterpool, created FLI Social with the minority business owner in mind- offering a variety of pricing options with the goal of making services more accessible. Follow @flisocial on Instagram.

Hair Unlimited by Cher'e Nichole provides luxury hair extension and hair loss solutions, healthy hair growth services, virtual & hands on classes & seminars for textured hair that is legendary, empowering, inspirational, and encourages self love & self care. Follow @cherethehairartist on Instagram.

Hayes Consulting and Coaching is a Minority & Woman Owned Financial Consulting Agency based in the Portland Metro area. They serve businesses, non profits, and individuals nationwide. Their diverse background and experience allows for the ability to empathize, support, and understand their clients and their needs. Hayes Consulting aims to break down barriers by offering low cost services that increase the financial wellness of their clients.

Health Bodies of Finance's mission is for Health, Wellness and Alternative Medicine business owners to “Fall Dangerously in Love with Their Finances.” Owner, Lozelle Mathai, and her team care for the health and wellness of your accounting, accounting technology, bookkeeping and financial management of your business – so you can care for yourself, clients and patients. Follow @healthybodiesoffinance on Instagram.

Honeybee Lemonade Syrups are all-natural syrups, free from preservatives and added sugars. From day one, customers found Honeybee Lemonade Syrups to be unique and crave-worthy. Originally served to customers with sparkling water from the window of a food cart by owner, Andrea Wade, Honeybee Lemonade Syrups hit the shelves in 2019. Follow @honeybeelemonades on Facebook.

Chef Voni uses traditional southern menu items, paired with a popular twist and her own creative flare, to offer a variety of picturesque, drool-worthy entrees. Each homemade dish that comes out of the kitchen is served with old-fashioned southern hospitality and whole lot of LOVE! Visit the Kiss the Chef website. Follow @marvoniellay on Instagram.

Many Stages is a celebration of Native American heritage. Owner, Lamaya Jarrell, pours so much love and pride into every handmade piece of beaded jewelry. Follow @manystagesjewelry on Instagram.

Meals 4 Heels is the world’s only late-night meal delivery service that caters to sex workers and sex positive clientele. Founder and chef Nikeisah Newton and her team proudly step in to answer the call for nutritious, punctual, and professional food delivery service to the sex worker community in Portland. Meals 4 Heels has also been on the front lines at trans marches, pride events, Black Lives Matter protests, food initiatives for the homeless, and have partnered previously with Don’t Shoot PDX. Follow @meals4heels on Instagram.

A beautiful Qonjo Silk scarf is a timeless accessory in every season for every occasion. They are treasures that can be passed on from one generation to the next. Since silk scarves never go out of style, they can be repurposed in a multitude of ways allowing a woman to create a lifelong friendship with her silk scarf. Follow @qonjosilks on Instagram.

R&ARIE is a skincare company with a goal to create products that are made with easily recognizable ingredients, focused on minorities, and safe for most to use. But R&ARIE, we are more than just a spa company. As a social impact company, they are committed to amplifying the voices of underserved women and increasing inclusivity in the "beauty standard" for Black, Indigenous, and LGBTQIA women. R&ARIE specializes in natural-based ingredients, and they work to increase resiliency and autonomy for the most vulnerable. Follow @rnarieshop on Instagram.

Radical Rest uplifts access to healing for Portland area black and brown communities with free to low cost communal healing events led by BIPOC healer-facilitators who center healing justice. Radical Rest uses the principles of somatics, experiential learning and trauma-informed practices to provide trauma healing spaces that reduce isolation, build resilience, expand knowledge of ancestral and healthful life practices and grow trust in self, others and the natural world. We encourage structural change in wellness work through fostering trust in oneself and the collective, through contemplation and embodiment and, of course, through rest.

Royal Rose is the Natural Smoke alternative. The company's line of wraps and pre-rolled cones are organic and handmade using locally sourced and sustainably farmed roses. Follow @royalrosepdx on Instagram.

Founded by the first African American woman to own and run a distillery on the West Coast, Chaunci King, Royalty Spirits produces a line of spirits that include Rex Whiskey and Miru Vodka. Follow @royaltyspirits on Instagram.

Shoebox by Ki is a Portland clothing boutique committed to making each customer feel and look their best with personally curated pieces. Owner, Keyunna Baker, offers a range of styles that can be mixed and matched for that perfect outfit. Follow @shoeboxbyki on Instagram.

True Melanin PDX creates uplifting accessories inspired by Black culture and made to inspire confidence in your natural beauty. Their contemporary charms make every occasion special. Follow @truemelaninpdx on Instagram.

Way of Being is about doing all the little things you do with more intention because you care and have the power to make things better and not worse. It is a shop, a teacher, and a friend offering supplies, education, and encouragement to support a sustainable, low waste lifestyle where everyday actions create a better world. Follow @wayofbeing.co on Instagram.

Founded in 2015, With Love, From PDX has become a prominent supporter of over 75 local artisans and brands. Combining a passion for community and a love for exceptional craftsmanship, With Love From PDX offers an array of Portland's most adored brands and artisan goods. Discover the perfect gift that reflects your sentiments and showcases the essence of Portland. With Love, From PDX invites you to explore their collection,support local businesses, and experience the joy of giving. Follow @withlovefrompdx on Instagram.

Dr. Ebony Amato is a dynamic entrepreneur and owner of XOPDX, 228 Group, and 10th Avenue Liquor. Coming from a family of business owners, entrepreneurship runs in her blood. XOPDX offers comprehensive facility management services, including janitorial, exterior maintenance, landscaping, painting, and more. Her consulting firm, 228 Group, specializes in fostering a growth mindset for businesses. Additionally, 10th Avenue Liquor is Portland's only black-owned liquor store. Ebony also serves on several boards in the Portland and Vancouver community. Follow @xo.pdx and @10thavenueliquor on Instagram.

Yasuke Commons is a woman-owned, BIPOC-led, diverse collective dedicated to healing the harms done through systemic racism and oppressive systems. It serves as a wellness company offering nutrition and health coaching services, a community organizer and a social enterprise integrated with an urban organic farm. Follow @yasukepharm on Instagram.

Our community guide features Black women-owned businesses who have participated in Xcelerate programming over the last two years. If you’ve been a part of our programs and would like to be added to the directory, please reach out to jennifer@xceleratewomen.org.

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