Blackstar Diversified Enterprises

What a powerful week at #DataCenterWorld with our partners at JST Power Equipment! Blackstar Diversified Enterprises was proud to stand alongside the JST team to showcase resilient, next-gen power distribution solutions—built to meet the demands of mission-critical infrastructure. If we didn’t get to connect during the show, it’s not too late. DM us to start a conversation about how BDE and JST can support your upcoming projects with switchgear, BESS, and transformer solutions. We’ll see you in D.C. next year—but the collaboration starts now. #BlackstarDiversified #BDEWorksForYou #SmartPower #PowerDistribution #MissionCritical #FutureReadyEnergy #BDEPartners #DCW2025

Shoutout to the Maryland Department of Transportation for reminding us all about the importance of work zone safety. 🚧 Stay alert, slow down, and move over. Let’s keep our workers safe and ensure everyone makes it home. #WorkZoneAwareness #RespectTheZone #SafetyFirst

Data Center World AFCOM 2025 may be over… but the conversations we started? They’re just getting started. Yesterday, we closed out the show with powerful demos and meaningful connections—highlighting real solutions that address real infrastructure problems. From single-phase pad-mounted transformers to medium voltage switchgear, the innovations we brought to Booth #605 with JST Power Equipment showed what’s possible when reliability meets modern demand. Whether you stopped by, shook hands, or missed us this time—we’re still here to talk power resilience, growth strategies, and what the future of smart energy looks like for you. Let’s keep the momentum going. DM Hugh Blackwell, MBA or visit blackstardiversified.com to connect. #DataCenterWorld #BDE #JSTPower #SmartPower #PowerSolutions #ResilientEnergy #DigitalTransformation #PowerInfrastructure #FutureReadyEnergy #MissionCriticalPower

⏳ Final Day at Data Center World – Last Chance to Connect! ⏳ It’s your last opportunity to: 🔷 See JST’s green Single Phase Pad Mounted Transformer and grey Medium Voltage Switchgear in action — ask the team how they future-proof your infrastructure 🔷 Discuss next-gen power solutions with Blackstar + JST Power Equipment 🔷 Book a final 1:1 meeting before we leave! 📍 Find us at Booth #605 with JST — doors close soon! Exhibit Hall Hours: 📅 April 15 | ⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM 📅 April 16 | ⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM | 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM 📅 April 17 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM 🎟️ Need a last-minute pass? Use promo code JSTPOWER325: https://bit.ly/42E0e6O 📅 Book a last-minute meeting with Hugh Blackwell, MBA: hugh@blackstardiversified.net #DataCenterWorld #BDE #JSTPower #SmartPower #EnergySolutions #TechForTheFuture #ReliablePower #PadMountedTransformer #MediumVoltageSwitchgear #ElectricalInnovation #MissionCriticalPower

What happens when the power goes out… and traffic keeps moving? That’s not a hypothetical—it’s what happens when you’re powered by Horizon Signal + Tesco Controls, two of BDE’s partner in keeping communities safe when it matters most. We’re here at the National Hurricane Conference in New Orleans, sharing real-world solutions for emergency traffic control: ✅ Portable traffic signals ready to deploy in minutes ✅ Battery backup systems that keep intersections active during outages ✅ Smart tech that saves lives in disaster response We don’t just sell equipment—we bring preparedness to your city, resilience to your roads, and peace of mind to the people who drive them. Catch us at Booth #1215 with Horizon Signal. Let’s talk about how we can support your mission. DM Chad Risher to connect or stop by while you’re here. #BlackstarDiversified #HorizonSignal #TescoControls #StormReady #SmartTrafficSolutions #PublicSafety #ResilientInfrastructure #EmergencyResponse #LADOTD #TrafficTech #HurricanePreparedness #NationalHurricaneConference #InfrastructureLeadership #BDEPartners

🚨 Emergency response starts with preparation—are you ready? This week, we’re heading to the National Hurricane Conference to showcase solutions that save lives when seconds matter. 🌀 From portable traffic signals to battery backup systems that keep intersections online in a blackout— Blackstar Diversified Enterprises + Horizon Signal Technologies are teaming up at Booth #1215 to help you build a storm-resilient infrastructure that won’t leave your city in the dark. ✔️ Smart systems for critical detours ✔️ Instant deployment in under 30 minutes ✔️ LADOTD-compliant. Field-proven. Ready when it counts. 📍 April 15–16 | Hilton Riverside, New Orleans, LA 📩 DM us to book time with our team—or stop by and see innovation in action. Because preparedness isn’t optional. It’s the difference between chaos and control. 🔗 blackstardiversified.com #StormReady #ResilientInfrastructure #SmartSafety #EmergencyResponse #InfrastructureInnovation #BDEWorksForYou #LADOTD #TrafficSolutions #BlackstarDiversified #HorizonSignal #PublicSafety #BuiltToLast #SmartCities

🚨 Not all traffic signals are ready for a storm. At Blackstar Diversified Enterprises, we only partner with those that are. That’s why Horizon Signal’s portable systems are part of our frontline response toolkit—built to deploy in 30 minutes, survive grid outages, and give cities eyes, control, and safety when they need it most. Here’s what we’re showcasing at the National Hurricane Conference: 🔋 Remote-monitored trailer-mounted signals that operate on solar 🛠️ Built-in fail-safe operation during grid loss ⚡ LADOTD-approved setups that reduce risk & manual traffic work 🧠 Configurations designed for your streets, cities, and storm zones 🗓️ April 14–17 📍 Hilton New Orleans Riverside Let’s talk smart infrastructure that protects people before, during, and after the storm. 🔗 blackstardiversified.com 👋 DM us to meet at our booth or book a time. #ContentWorthyPost #StormProofSignals #HorizonSignal #BlackstarDiversified #ResilientInfrastructure #EmergencyResponseTech #PortableTrafficSolutions #PublicSafetyMatters #BuiltForLouisiana #InfrastructureForImpact #HurricanePreparedness #SmartCitiesInitiative #BDEPartners #TrustedByDOTs #TrafficSafetyInnovation

From Sacramento to Lake Tahoe—Big Thanks to Tesco Controls! This week, we had the chance to do more than just talk business. Me, my wife and Chad Risher went for a trip that mixed work with moments that truly matter—from factory tours to the Kings game and incredible conversations over dinner. Tesco didn’t just host us—they welcomed us like family. We’re proud to represent this partnership at Blackstar Diversified Enterprises, and even prouder of what we’re building together in communities across the Gulf South and beyond. Because great solutions come from great relationships. Let’s keep the momentum going. #BlackstarDiversified #TescoControls #PartnershipsThatMatter #TrafficTech #InfrastructureInnovation #ClientExperience #HumanSideOfBusiness #SmartSafety #BlackOwnedBusiness #PowerfulConnections #BDEPartners

🔌 This Is Why JST Power Equipment Is the Backbone of Modern Data Centers Let’s face it: 🛑 Data center downtime isn’t just inconvenient—it’s expensive, stressful, and preventable. So ask yourself: Is your power infrastructure ready for tomorrow’s demand? At Data Center World AFCOM 2025, we’re bringing the answer to Booth #605—and it’s built on three mission-critical pillars: ✅ Maximum Uptime – Because when every second matters, failure isn’t an option ✅ Superior Efficiency – Cut energy loss and operating costs without cutting reliability ✅ Seamless Maintenance – Designed for minimal intervention, maximum peace of mind 🚨 If you’re running outdated gear or preparing for expansion, this is the conversation you need to have. 🗓️ April 15–17 | 📍 Washington, D.C. 🗂️ Let’s walk through how to power your digital future—with JST + Blackstar at Booth #605. 💬 DM Hugh Blackwell, MBA to schedule a walkthrough or swing by and see it for yourself. 💡 The future doesn’t wait. Neither should your infrastructure. #JSTPower #DataCenterResilience #PowerDistribution #MissionCriticalPower #BlackstarDiversified #EnergyEfficiency #InfrastructureBuiltToLast #CleanPowerSystems #GridSupport #PowerRedefined #DigitalTransformation #BuiltForTomorrow #BDEPartners

Guess who just touched down in Sacramento? Hugh Blackwell, MBA and Chad Risher of Blackstar Diversified Enterprises, ready for a big week of collaboration with our friends at Tesco Controls! And yes… all those massive suitcases at baggage claim? That’s just Chad’s “light packing” for a few days. You never know when you’ll need 4 pairs of boots, a backup laptop, and 12 chargers, right? Huge thanks to the Tesco Controls team—we appreciate the partnership and can’t wait for what’s ahead. Let’s make it a productive (and fun) week! #BlackstarDiversified #TESCOControls #PartnershipInProgress #BusinessTripAdventures #TooManySuitcasesNotEnoughDays