Black Business Expo: ‘People are excited we are here’

70 vendors gather at NorthPark Mall

By: Dave Thompson|March 2, 2026

|5 min read

Michelle LaTrease Tate, of Durant, Iowa, holds one of the cakes for sale at her Michelle’s Sweet Treat table during the annual Black Business Expo on Saturday, Feb. 28, at NorthPark Mall in Davenport. CREDIT DAVE THOMPSON

Some vendors were selling cakes, cookies and brownies. Others were selling candles in the shape of cakes, cookies and cinnamon rolls. And other vendors were pleased that the 11th annual Black Business Expo – presented by the QC Empowerment Network – showcased many Black-owned…

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Black Business Expo: ‘People are excited we are here’

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