Black Food Truck Festival founder honored as 2024 Forty Under 40

September 19, 2024

The Black Food Truck Festival announced that its founder, Marcus Hammond, has been named one of the Charleston Regional Business Journal’s 2024 Forty Under 40 honorees. This prestigious award recognizes exceptional young professionals in the region who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation and community involvement.

Hammond’s dedication to fostering entrepreneurship, promoting diversity in the food industry, and strengthening the local community has been instrumental in the success of the Black Food Truck Festival. The annual event showcases the culinary talents of Black food truck owners and entrepreneurs, providing them with a platform to grow their businesses and connect with a wider audience.

“I am deeply honored to be recognized as a 2024 Forty Under 40 honoree,” said Hammond. “This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team at the Black Food Truck Festival. We are committed to creating a positive impact on our community and empowering Black entrepreneurs.”

The Black Food Truck Festival in Charleston has become a beloved annual tradition, drawing over 18,000 attendees this year and generating an economic impact of over $4 million. The event showcases food trucks, live music, local vendors, and family-friendly activities.

For more information about the Black Food Truck Festival and Marcus Hammond, please visit blackfoodtruckfestival.com or follow on social media at @blackfoodtruckfestival. Watch the 2024 Black Food Truck Festival Recap video.

The Forty Under 40 honorees will be celebrated at an awards ceremony on Thursday, October 24, 2024. For more information about the event and the full list of honorees, visit SC Biz News.