AfroTech Conference runs Nov. 2-6 in Houston, and the Expo floor is where the week gets real. Recruiters, product teams, founders and executives across multiple industries will be on the floor, ready to talk about careers, partnerships and what they’re building next.
This is your guide to the companies at AfroTech this year, sorted by industry. Use it to plan your route, prep your pitch and decide which conversations to prioritize.
Get your AfroTech 2026 ticket, then download the AfroTech Connect app for booth locations, company details and the full Expo floor map.
Banking, Finance And Fintech Brands
Finance has the biggest footprint on the AfroTech Expo floor this year. Expect investment banks, trading firms, consumer banks and fintech platforms, all recruiting across engineering, data, product and business roles.
- Bank of America
- Bloomberg
- Capital One
- Experian
- Fidelity Investments
- Goldman Sachs
- Intuit
- Jane Street
- JPMorgan
- Morgan Stanley
- PNC Bank
- Progressive
- Rocket
- Vanguard
AI, Cloud And Enterprise Tech
This is where the infrastructure lives. Chipmakers, cloud and security platforms, observability tools and IT solutions providers will be on the floor. If you work in AI, software engineering or IT, start here.
- Axon
- Cloudflare
- Connection (Smart City Pavilion)
- Datadog
- Dell
- F5 (Activation Lounge)
- Microsoft
- NVIDIA
- Sierra
- World Wide Technology
- Zebra Technologies
Telecom And Connectivity
These are the companies keeping the country connected. They will be on the AfroTech Expo floor all week.
- Lumen Technologies
- Verizon
Consulting And Professional Services
Come ready to talk tech consulting, advisory and early-career pathways.
Retail, E-Commerce And Travel
The brands you shop, order from and book with every week.
- Amazon (Founders Pavilion)
- eBay
- Expedia Group
- Fetch Rewards
- McDonald’s
- Walmart
Beauty And Wellness
Beauty tech is a real career path, and these brands are proof. Stop by to see how tech is shaping the products in your routine.
- Estée Lauder
- L’Oréal
- Sephora
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Media, Entertainment And Gaming
Streaming, publishing, audio, creator tools and gaming all have a home on the floor. Gamers, head to the Gaming Lounge. Readers and writers, find the Authors Pavilion.
- Audible
- Disney (The Yard)
- Electronic Arts (Gaming Lounge)
- Netflix
- Nintendo of America
- Patreon
- Penguin Random House (Authors Pavilion)
- Riot Games
Health And Life Sciences
Black health and health tech get dedicated space at AfroTech 2026 through the HealthStack Pavilion. Pharma, medical technology and community health organizations will be there, along with a skin screening activation.
- AbbVie
- African American Health Coalition (skin screening activation)
- Care for the Culture (HealthStack Pavilion and Culture Park)
- GE Healthcare
- Genentech (HealthStack Lounge)
- Planned Parenthood (HealthStack Pavilion)
Energy, Automotive And Logistics
The companies moving energy, vehicles and goods. Engineers and operations pros, these booths are for you.
- Exxon Mobil
- Stellantis
- Vanderlande Logistics
Education, Philanthropy And Civic Impact
HBCUs, Houston universities and mission-driven organizations round out the floor. Howard University shares The Yard with Disney. Texas Southern University and Rice University represent the host city, and the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff brings more HBCU energy to Houston.
- Code for America
- Gilbert Family Foundation (Founders Pavilion)
- Howard University (The Yard)
- Rice University
- Texas Southern University
- University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
How To Work The AfroTech Expo Floor
With all the brands on the floor, a plan beats wandering.
- Pick your top 10. Use the industry list above to choose the companies you most want to meet. Visit those booths first.
- Bring a 30-second intro. Say who you are, what you do and what you want from the conversation.
- Hit the pavilions and lounges. The Founders Pavilion, HealthStack Pavilion, Authors Pavilion, Smart City Pavilion, Gaming Lounge and The Yard each give you a focused set of conversations in one spot.
- Follow up within 48 hours. Connect on LinkedIn and reference something specific from your conversation.
- Use the AfroTech Connect app. Download AfroTech Connect to find booths, see company details and build your Expo floor plan.
New to AfroTech? Read the first-timer’s guide before you land in Houston.
FAQ: Companies At AfroTech 2026
What companies will be at AfroTech 2026?
64 companies will exhibit on the AfroTech 2026 Expo floor, including NVIDIA, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, Netflix, Amazon, Capital One, LinkedIn, Walmart, Disney and Riot Games.
Which industries are represented on the AfroTech Expo floor?
Banking and fintech, AI and enterprise tech, telecom, consulting, retail and e-commerce, beauty, media and gaming, health and life sciences, energy and automotive, and education.
Are HBCUs at AfroTech 2026?
Yes. Howard University, Texas Southern University and the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff will be on the Expo floor.
When and where is AfroTech 2026?
AfroTech Conference 2026 takes place Nov. 2-6 in Houston.
How do I get access to the Expo floor?
See ticket options to find the pass that fits your plans.
Where can I find more details on each company?
Download the AfroTech Connect app for exhibitor details, booth locations and the Expo floor map.
Plan Your Expo Floor Visit
The companies at AfroTech 2026 are coming to Houston to meet you. Show up ready. AfroTech waits for no one.
Download the AfroTech Connect app for more details on every brand on the Expo floor, and get your AfroTech 2026 ticket.