Black Business,
Black Dollars,
Black Communities
Black Bottom
blkbtm is a curated platform connecting consumers with Black-owned businesses—online and in their local communities.
Sign Up as a Business now
Your business, ready before day one. blkbtm is a new app built to help customers find and support Black-owned businesses — search by category, browse what's nearby, and see real reviews from real customers. We're opening up early access to business owners now, so your listing is live and complete the moment the app hits the App Store and Google Play.
It takes a few minutes: tell us about your business, add your hours and photos, and you're in. No fees, nothing to manage yet — just get set up while it's easy.
A business profile — hours, photos, contact info, and what makes you unique
Show up in search when nearby customers look for what you offer
Ratings and reviews customers can see and trust
Post deals and updates customers actually see
Early access, before the app is public
Who We Are
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To keep our Black dollars in the Black community as much as possible. Through supporting local businesses in our neighborhoods. As well as providing access to online businesses in the absence of a local option. Empowering our small business owners to grow.
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Integrity, creativity, and empathy shape the way we work. These aren't just words—they’re the foundation of everything we build. We believe in putting the people first. Good people create the communities that help businesses flourish.
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What began as a passion project has evolved into something more. We’re proud of where we’ve been and even more excited for what’s ahead. What sets us apart isn’t just our process—it’s the intention behind it. We take time to understand our community and the things that serve them.
Black Bottom History
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Detroit's Black Bottom was a historic African American neighborhood that became a thriving hub of Black culture, commerce, and community life during the Great Migration, when hundreds of thousands of Black Americans fled the Jim Crow South in search of better opportunities in northern industrial cities. Despite being largely the product of forced segregation, Black Bottom flourished into a vibrant neighborhood filled with jazz clubs, Black-owned businesses, churches, and close-knit families.
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Black Bottom was located on the lower east side of Detroit, roughly bounded by Woodward Avenue, Gratiot Avenue, and the Detroit River. Redlining and discriminatory housing policies confined Black residents to this area, making it both a product of systemic inequality and a community that thrived despite those constraints.
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Black Bottom was demolished in the 1950s under the banner of "urban renewal," its residents displaced to make way for the Chrysler Freeway (I-375) and Lafayette Park. The neighborhood represents both the resilience and creativity of Black Detroit and the systemic destruction of Black wealth and community through government-sanctioned displacement — a story that echoes across dozens of American cities and remains a painful symbol of how infrastructure projects were weaponized against communities of color.
Our Team
Marcus Cammon
Co-Founder, Co-Owner
With a vision for building something meaningful, our founder brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience. They set the tone for everything we do. With purpose in each decision they made, he looks to make it easier for Black business owners to flourish..
Omari Chatman
Co-Founder, Co-Owner
Focused, approachable, and driven by passion for his community. Always looking for way to create equitable and accessible solutions to problems using technology. Also a family man who wants to create a better future for his family and friends in Detroit and across the globe.
FAQs
What services do you offer?
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blkbtm is a discovery and marketplace platform that connects users with Black-owned businesses both online and locally. We provide a curated directory where customers can easily find, explore, and support businesses across categories like retail, food, beauty, and services. For business owners, we offer increased visibility, customer reach, and tools to help grow within a supportive ecosystem.
How do I get started?
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Getting started is simple. You can join our waitlist to be notified when we launch and gain early access to the platform. If you’re a business owner, you can also apply for our beta program to have your business featured in our initial rollout and help shape the experience.
What makes you different?
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blkbtm is built with intention and purpose. Unlike general directories, our focus is on creating a dedicated space that prioritizes Black-owned businesses while encouraging economic circulation within the community. We combine discovery, accessibility, and cultural connection to make supporting Black businesses easier, more visible, and more impactful.
How can I contact you?
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You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.
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