Partnered with the industry's best!
Where Pet Industry
Brands, Culture, and Community Collide with Purpose
ELEVATE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting Black and underrepresented leaders, creators, and changemakers in the animal industry. Formerly known as the Black Pet Business Network, we’ve grown into a global movement rooted in culture, legacy, and collective impact..
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We’re redefining what leadership looks like—because in this space, it doesn’t come in one form. It lives within our community: in animal welfare advocates, small business owners, creative innovators, and everyday heroes who have been historically underrepresented and underserved. We’re building bold, equitable pathways to lasting success and sustainability.
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Through accelerator programs, mentorship, strategic partnerships, and advocacy, we provide the tools, visibility, and support our members need to grow and lead with purpose. Elevate is committed to driving innovation, authenticity, and representation—because when we show up as our full selves, we don’t just participate—we transform the industry.
Real change starts with real Inclusion.
At ELEVATE, we’re opening doors that were never meant to be closed—and we’re inviting bold, purpose-driven companies to step through them with us. Partnering with us isn’t just smart business—it’s a powerful stand for equity, representation, and innovation in the pet industry. Together, we can build a future where diverse voices and inclusive leadership thrive.
​ As a partner, you gain more than visibility—you gain connection. You align with your values, drive systemic change, and directly invest in the growth of underrepresented communities in pet care, animal health and beyond.
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