Celebrating Community and Entrepreneurship at the MSUFCU Black Business Expo

By Arianna Ridderbusch, MSUFCU Vice President of Community Impact

 Photo Credit: MSUFCUVendors and attendees connect at the 2025 MSUFCU Black Business Expo, hosted at MSUFCU’s East Lansing headquarters. The event highlighted over 30 Black-owned businesses, showcasing entrepreneurship, creativity, and community spirit.

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MSU Federal Credit Union was proud to host the 2025 MSUFCU Black Business Expo on Sunday, August 3, at our East Lansing headquarters. With many attendees and over 30 Black-owned businesses participating, the event was a vibrant celebration of innovation, entrepreneurship, and the power of community.

This free event offered guests a chance to connect directly with local entrepreneurs and discover a wide variety of goods and services — from handmade goods and art to wellness products, fashion, food, and more. The afternoon was filled with shopping, networking, and powerful conversations, as community members came together in support of small businesses making a big impact.

At MSUFCU, we are committed to uplifting the communities we serve and creating meaningful opportunities for connection and growth. The Black Business Expo reflects our ongoing dedication to empowering entrepreneurs, advancing financial wellness, and supporting economic development throughout Michigan, especially in our local Lansing area.

As a credit union founded on the values of inclusion, service, and community, we believe in celebrating and investing in the rich diversity of talent that exists right here at home. Events like the Black Business Expo highlight the importance of building relationships, supporting local, and fostering an ecosystem where all businesses have the resources they need to thrive.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the vendors, attendees, and community partners who made this event a success. Whether you came to shop, explore, or simply show your support, your presence helped make a difference. Visit msufcu.org/blackbusinessexpo to continue to discover and connect with all the featured businesses.

MSUFCU looks forward to continuing this tradition in the years to come because when we invest in each other, we all grow stronger together. Learn more about the Credit Union’s community impact efforts at msufcu.org/organizationimpact.