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Community Celebrates Chamber Launch
Coverage of the Black Chamber of Commerce launch event at House Three Thirty in Akron, featuring remarks from Robert DeJournett and local leaders.
Black Business Owners Lead Chamber Launch
A news segment highlighting the local leadership and collaboration behind the creation of Northeast Ohio’s new Black Chamber of Commerce.
In the News
Pathway to Purpose Combines Job Training & Violence Intervention
Pathway to Purpose, supported by the Chamber, offers six weeks of training and job placement support for young adults affected by violence. The program features financial literacy and emotional growth with guaranteed interviews at Summa Health.
Read moreAkron Commits $150K to Black Chamber Partnership
Akron City Council approved $150,000 over three years to support the chamber’s mission of fostering economic equity for Black entrepreneurs.
Read moreChamber Aims to Empower Black-Owned Businesses
This article explores the chamber’s mission to bridge the racial wealth gap by promoting advocacy, access to resources, and leadership support.
Read moreSummit County Launches Black Chamber
The launch marked a major step toward inclusive growth, featuring economic research plans and collaboration with city and state leaders.
Read moreSignal Akron Covers Chamber’s Founding
Signal Akron introduces the BCCSC, led by Robert DeJournett and Misty Beasley, as part of a growing national network of Black chambers.
Read moreChamber Pushes Back Against Anti-DEI Policies
Leaders and elected officials gathered to reaffirm DEI’s value amid growing legislative attacks, citing the chamber as a needed resource.
Read moreTurning Business Dreams into Reality
Entrepreneurs like Keisha Foney share their stories of success and how the chamber connects business owners to new opportunities.
Read moreLaunch Speakers Defend DEI
In a strong defense of inclusion, launch speakers emphasized the need for DEI in economic development and entrepreneurship policy.
Read moreYahoo Finance: Black Chamber’s Mission
The article outlines strategic partnerships, financial literacy efforts, and the BCCSC's focus on generational wealth and innovation.
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