Learn About the Famous Amos Pitch Competition Initiative
July 9, 2024 (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST)
Ferrero North America's Famous Amos® and the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. are partnering to launch the Famous Amos Ingredients for Success Entrepreneurs Initiative, an annual national program in its fourth year that provides a total of $150,000 in capital awards, mentorship, and educational resources to Black early-stage businesses. Join us to learn more about the program, requirements, and application process.
2024 USBC National Conference & 15th Anniversary Celebration
July 17-20, 2024
Elevate your business game with the USBC National Conference & 15th Anniversary Celebration! Join us for dynamic mainstage sessions, insightful workshops, and exclusive masterminds. Secure your seat now and be part of the legacy of empowering Black chambers and businesses!
USBC 15th Anniversary Black-Tie Gala & Awards Ceremony
July 19, 2024 (7:00 PM - 10:00 PM EST)
Join us on July 19th at the prestigious Waldorf Astoria for an extraordinary event filled with live band entertainment, dinner, and, of course, the chance to honor remarkable individuals and organizations with our annual USBC Awards, including Chamber of the Year, Corporation of the Year, and Small Business of the Year.
Watch Party: Artificial Intelligence: Getting the Most out of AI
July 31, 2024 (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Presented by Rob Stutzman, SCORE Boston, Join us for a USBC for a recorded workshop on Artificial Intelligence (AI). Discover how small businesses leverage AI tools for content creation, image creation, and slideshow development. AI is revolutionizing business practices—don't miss out on this informative session!
Training, networking, and business development events are taking place across the state. Here is a highlight of some of the events coming up this month.
Visit the Events page of our website to view a complete list of small business events. goMDsmallbiz.maryland.gov.
Greater Baltimore Black Chamber of Commerce (GBBCC) Gets New Resource to Boost Opportunities for Local Underserved Entrepreneurs
Lendistry, in partnership with the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC) unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at leveling the financial playing field for black, women, and veteran-owned small businesses. This venture marks a significant stride in equipping these enterprises with much-needed access to capital, specially crafted to meet their distinct needs and goals. As part of the national network of local black community serving chambers, the Greater Baltimore Black Chamber of Commerce (GBBCC) will gain access to this new resource to assist the local underserved entrepreneurs that they serve.
This new USBC Lending Portal, powered by Lendistry, will emerge as a crucial resource for underserved small businesses in the Greater Baltimore Metropolitan area. Key advantages of the USBC Lending Portal Powered by Lendistry include:
Rapid financing availability, with funds accessible in as little as five days
Extended loan terms of up to 10 years
Competitive, market-friendly interest rates
Loan amounts ranging from $25,000 to $5 million.
For further details and to access the USBC Lending Portal Powered by Lendistry, visit https://usblackchambers.org/lendistry/. Use the Chambers Lending Portal to Select GBBCC.
Free Staff Training Opportunity from Credit Builders Alliance
Credit Builders Alliance has a limited, free opportunity to take their “Credit as an Asset” and “Credit as an Asset: Small Business” training courses online and on-demand. That means you take the take course online at your own pace and on your own schedule. This is a training for non-profit organizations that are seeking to work with clients on credit buildings, with a particular focus on credit building for diverse entrepreneurs.
With the support of Kaiser Permanente, this is a first come, first serve opportunity offered at no cost (up to a $525 value) to you. There are a limited number of spots so register today and use code kp25-vpcod
Join fellow coaches, counselors, and lenders in building your credit knowledge from one of these on-demand trainings options:
Greater Baltimore Black Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c) 6 and 501(c) 3 non-profit organization. 1325 Bedford Avenue, Suite 5941; Pikesville, MD 21282-7510