(Black PR Wire) NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. is proud to present the inaugural R.A. Billings Center for Business Excellence in Entrepreneurship Summit on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Gaylord Opryland Convention Center.

This one-day, high-impact summit is designed as an immersive experience for aspiring and established entrepreneurs seeking to transform innovative ideas into thriving businesses. Open to the public, the event reflects Phi Beta Sigma’s commitment to leadership development, economic empowerment, and inclusive access to entrepreneurial education.

Phi Beta Sigma International President David A. Turner said the event represents empowerment.

“This summit represents a historic step forward in our mission to empower communities through leadership and economic advancement. The launch of the R.A. Billings Center for Business Excellence in Entrepreneurship Summit reflects our unwavering commitment to equipping aspiring and established entrepreneurs with the tools to build, sustain, and grow impactful businesses. This initiative is not just about opportunity—it is about legacy, access, and creating pathways for generations to come.”

The event will be headlined by some of the nation’s most successful entrepreneurs, including Dr. J. Alexander Martin, co-founder and vice president of FUBU; Carlton Brown, co-founder of FUBU; Reginald Clark of Operation HOPE; Dr. George Koonce, senior vice president of Marian University and former NFL champion; and George Fraser, CEO and founder of Frasernet, Inc.

The summit will deliver practical, results-driven insights across key areas of business development, including market analysis, financial projections, operational planning, business plan development, and strategic networking.

Participants will gain hands-on knowledge and tools necessary to launch, grow, and sustain successful ventures while also building meaningful connections with industry leaders and fellow entrepreneurs.

Event Details

Event: R.A. Billings Entrepreneurship Summit

Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Location: Magnolia Mezzanine – Rooms 9–10 (Level M)

Gaylord Opryland Convention Center

Nashville, TN 37214

Media Invitation

Members of the media in the Nashville area are invited to cover this dynamic event. Opportunities will be available for interviews with summit organizers, featured entrepreneurs, and participants.

For media credentials, interview requests, or additional information, please contact Rod Carter, Director of Publicity for Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., at Publicity@phibetasigma1914.org or 813-310-8134.