Black Business Month Award nominees announced

July 18, 2023

Drumroll, please!

Greater West Dayton Incubator is thrilled to announce the exceptional nominees for the 2023 Gem City Black Business Month Awards! These incredible individuals have inspired us with their dedication to their craft. Let’s give them a round of applause!

Vote for your favorites by August 7!

🌟 HUSTLER OF THE YEAR 🌟

  • Erin Parrott
  • Martina Scott
  • Chef Dane
  • Samantha Walker-Baskins
  • Rachel Evans

🌟 O.G. ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR 🌟

  • Greg Slaughter
  • Regina Johnson
  • Valeria Perry
  • Rick Poole

🌟 YOUTH ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR 🌟

  • Jaylen Howard
  • Ta’teyiona Wilbur
  • De’Aria & Blu Griffith
  • Jeffrey Wall

🌟 PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD 🌟

  • Tae Winston
  • Jimmy Owensby
  • Devan Allen & Tommy Johnson
  • Te’Jal Cartwright
  • Chris Mack

🌟 THE PLUG OF THE YEAR 🌟

  • Curtis Johnson
  • Joseph Allen
  • Jaunita Darden
  • Chataun Denis
  • Jameelah Ricks

Congratulations to all nominees! And thank you people of Dayton for your votes!