U.S. Black Chambers, Inc.

U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. USBC is an organization comprised of self-sustaining, viable Black Chambers and nationwide small business associations.
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This is bigger than a conference! This is where Black business & Chambers comes together.Join us for the 2026 USBC Natio...
08/19/2026

This is bigger than a conference! This is where Black business & Chambers comes together.

Join us for the 2026 USBC National Conference & School of Chamber Management in Washington, DC, as we debut the new USBC Innovation Campus, the new home of the U.S. Black Chambers.

Connect. Learn. Build. Advocate.

📍 Washington, DC
📅 October 7–9, 2026

Be in the room. Register today at www.usbccon.com.

A special thank you to our partners at Crypto.com Policy House and the Blockchain Foundation for inviting USBC President...
08/18/2026

A special thank you to our partners at Crypto.com Policy House and the Blockchain Foundation for inviting USBC President & CEO Ron Busby, Sr. to Martha’s Vineyard for an important conversation on the future of digital finance and the innovation economy.

During a fireside chat with Kevin Harris, Senior Director at Crypto.com, Ron Busby set the record straight on misconceptions about small businesses and highlighted pathways for local enterprises to compete, grow, and thrive in an increasingly digital economy.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to bring the voice of Black-owned businesses to the table and help ensure that small businesses are not left behind as technology, finance, and innovation continue to evolve.

Meet the Inaugural USBC360 Incubator Program Cohort! We’re proud to introduce the first class of USBC360 entrepreneurs—a...
08/17/2026

Meet the Inaugural USBC360 Incubator Program Cohort! We’re proud to introduce the first class of USBC360 entrepreneurs—a dynamic group of Black-owned, product-based businesses ready to strengthen their foundations, scale with intention, and take their businesses to the next level.

USBC360° is a 12-week growth accelerator designed to help entrepreneurs turn potential into sustainable growth. Participants will receive hands-on support to:
✨ Build a complete 18–24 Month Operations & Growth Plan
✨ Strengthen their business foundations and growth strategies
✨ Access expert guidance and resources throughout the program
✨ Compete for up to $50,000 in non-dilutive grant funding

This is more than an incubator. It’s an investment in the next generation of Black-owned businesses. Join us in congratulating the USBC360 Class of 2026! 🎉👏🏾 We can’t wait to watch these entrepreneurs build, grow, and scale.

The future of Black business is being built right now! Learn more at usbc360.com

Health and wealth are deeply connected—and advancing both is essential to building stronger, more prosperous communities...
08/10/2026

Health and wealth are deeply connected—and advancing both is essential to building stronger, more prosperous communities.

Join Ron Busby, Sr., President & CEO of USBC, at the 2026 Think Tank to Advance Health & Wealth on September 2 at Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati for a cross-sector conversation focused on expanding opportunity and driving economic growth.

📅 September 2, 2026
📍 Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati
🔗 Register: www.theabercrumbiegroup.com/thinktank

If you’ve heard USBC President Ron Busby speak, you’ve probably heard him tell the story of riding with his “iceman” gra...
08/07/2026

If you’ve heard USBC President Ron Busby speak, you’ve probably heard him tell the story of riding with his “iceman” grandfather and learning the real reasons why white folks’ ice is still colder than ours.

This is about economic development.

There is real science that goes into what constitutes “good” economic development versus what is generally/historically pawned off on Black communities. I’ll try to explain more in depth as I go along, but Black communities typically get economic “activity” NOT development.

The science of economic development - when applied with purpose - should result in the area targeted for impact experiencing reduced unemployment, better quality of life, increased average household income (HHI), along with the added convenience of additional consumer options.

What Black communities have grown accustomed to is additional consumer options (what I call capital export portals!), without the beneficial outcomes associated with “good” economic development. On this, you don’t have to take my word: simply drive through your community and count off the number of enterprises owned by community residents versus those that are present in your community so you don’t have to drive a long way to deliver your money!

Read this month’s Chairman’s Corner at https://conta.cc/4wLbB9g

(CHICAGO, August 7, 2026) – Ferrero North America, in partnership with U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC), today announced...
08/07/2026

(CHICAGO, August 7, 2026) – Ferrero North America, in partnership with U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC), today announced the winners of the annual Famous Amos Ingredients for Success (IFS) Entrepreneurs Initiative. Now in its sixth year, the program will award $150,000 in capital – $50,000 each to three early-stage Black business owners – alongside access to mentorship, networking opportunities and educational resources designed to fuel long-term growth.

The 2026 IFS winners include:
👉🏽The Brunch Munch, a St. Petersburg-based food truck founded by Ashley Reed that uses food as a vehicle for community connection while supporting the preservation of culturally significant spaces.
👉🏽Maison Black, a New York City-based fashion platform founded by Tori Nichel that amplifies Black designers through curated retail experiences and increased market visibility, helping connect consumers with Black-owned fashion brands.
👉🏽The Marriage Pinnacle, a Maryland-based relationship support platform co-founded by licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Lara and relationship coach Memi that blends clinical and cultural expertise to help Black couples strengthen relationships and build lasting family foundations.

Read more at https://conta.cc/3U0ylUd

3.5 million Black-owned businesses. $249 billion in annual revenue. Fifty states. Your voice matters. Credit creates opp...
08/06/2026

3.5 million Black-owned businesses. $249 billion in annual revenue. Fifty states. Your voice matters.

Credit creates opportunity. Share this message and help expand awareness.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2023.

Read more at www.nocap.com

$714B of economic output is at risk if credit access is constricted. Source: NO CAP White Paper. Learn more at usbcnoc...
08/04/2026

$714B of economic output is at risk if credit access is constricted.

Source: NO CAP White Paper. Learn more at usbcnocap.com

💳 Your Voice Matters — And You Could Win a $500 Gift Card! 🎉How does credit help your business grow, manage cash flow, o...
07/28/2026

💳 Your Voice Matters — And You Could Win a $500 Gift Card! 🎉
How does credit help your business grow, manage cash flow, or overcome challenges? Share your experience by completing the 2026 Credit Access Survey and help shape the conversation around small business credit access.

✅ Complete the 10-minute survey
✅ Submit the raffle entry form
🎁 Be entered for a chance to win a $500 gift card

Your survey responses are completely confidential and are never linked to your contact information. Raffle entries are used only to administer the drawing and notify the winner, in accordance with our Data Privacy Guidelines.

Help us tell the real story of small business credit and advocate for better access to capital.

📋 Take the survey: https://surveys.harrisinsights.com/survey/selfserve/53b/260675?list=opn #?
🎟️ Enter the drawing: https://forms.gle/Kz3Ej4kXyTHGgofG6

🚀 Unlock Corporate Contracting Opportunities with Aramark & Avendra InternationalReady to grow your business through cor...
07/27/2026

🚀 Unlock Corporate Contracting Opportunities with Aramark & Avendra International
Ready to grow your business through corporate procurement opportunities? Join USBC for an informative webinar, “Doing Business with Aramark & Avendra International: Understanding Procurement Opportunities and Supplier Matchmaking.”

During this 60-minute session, entrepreneurs will learn how to:
✅ Navigate the corporate procurement process and understand supplier registration requirements
✅ Position your business for future contracting opportunities
✅ Prepare essential documents, compliance materials, and a compelling capability statement
✅ Explore supplier development programs, certifications, capital access resources, and matchmaking opportunities

Gain valuable insights into what it takes to become procurement-ready and connect with enterprise buyers looking to partner with diverse suppliers.

Register at https://app.glueup.com/event/doing-business-with-aramark-187388/

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