FlightStory and UK Black Business Show unite to form Legacy Black: a bold media joint venture

FlightStory, the global media and investment company founded by entrepreneur and host of The Diary Of A CEO, Steven Bartlett, and UK Black Business Show have today announced a landmark joint venture. This partnership will establish Legacy Black, dedicated to becoming the world’s leading media brand for Black entrepreneurship, business, and wealth.

The announcement coincides with UK Black Business Week, taking place from October 13–18, 2025. Legacy Black is co-founded by Dr. Raphael Sofoluke who will lead operations with his team at the UK Black Business Show. Steven Bartlett’s global media and investment company FlightStory will act as co-founders supporting the growth of the media brand in 2026 and beyond. The joint venture is actively seeking commercial partnerships.

Legacy Black’s core mission goes beyond media reach, focusing on supporting, empowering and celebrating Black entrepreneurs and professionals, and aspiring to drive £100 billion+ of economic impact over the next decade. Legacy Black’s “Unapologetically Bold” brand identity is designed for existing and aspiring Black founders, business owners and entrepreneurs who seek to make a significant and noticeable impact with their dynamic and inspiring approach.

Dr. Raphael Sofoluke, Founder & CEO of UK Black Business Show, says: “I am truly excited about what we’re building with Legacy Black. We will create the world’s leading media brand and ecosystem for Black entrepreneurship, business and wealth. Partnering with FlightStory gives us the scale, creativity and reach to take this vision global. This is a powerful moment, one where we not only amplify Black voices but also shape a legacy that will inspire and empower generations to come.”

Georgie Holt, CEO and co-founder of FlightStory shares: “Legacy Black will be fueled by the exceptional knowledge and expertise of the UK Black Business Show’s global community and network, powered by FlightStory’s media growth engine. Together our aim is to provide the most influential platform for Black business worldwide and our goal is to build lasting impact for future generations and create real-world results for decades to come.”

This partnership initiative transcends mere collaboration; it is a media movement designed to uplift and inspire, and intended to be a generational platform to foster lasting growth, connection, and opportunity for future leaders and unicorns.