The Best in Black Awards

The Best In Black (BIB) Awards, hosted by The Tri-State Defender, is an endeavor to shine a spotlight upon some of the most outstanding Black businesses, community organizations, entrepreneurs and individuals in the Mid-South.The Best In Black Awards mission is to celebrate Black-owned and operated businesses and serve as a marketing and recognition platform amplifying the selected honorees. This awards program gives citizens an opportunity to nominate and vote for businesses, organizations and individuals. It is also a platform where the Tri-State Defender can promote and celebrate the businesses that support our media platforms.

The Tri-State Defender wants to thank all sponsors for the event and look forward to future engagement.

This year the 2025 Best In Black Awards will be held on Thursday, November 6, at the Central Station Hotel. To learn more about the Best in Black event, download the sponsorship packet or call one of our representatives for more information.