2023 - African American Business Council Meeting

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Name: 2023 - African American Business Council Meeting
Date: September 20, 2023
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
Registration: Register Now
Event Description:

The vision of the African American Business Council is to strategically position black businesses for inclusion and success through opportunity, education, exposure, entrepreneurship, economic development, and public policy advocacy. We are committed to leading, educating, and advocating to grow African American-owned businesses and to create and grow a thriving African American middle class in Wilmington.

The Wilmington Chamber's African American Business Council theme in 2023 is Moving Your Business Forward with Education towards Growth.

Our co-chairs have outlined the following schedule of meetings and topics for 2023 below.
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  • September 20: 5 Cs of Credit
  • October 3: Intentional Collisions
  • November 18: Holiday Bazaar
  • December 13: Mental Health & Wellness 

 

SEPTEMBER MEETING AGENDA

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM - Lunch will be provided
12:00 - 1:00 PM - Introductions, Guest Speaker, Chamber Announcements


SEPTEMBER

Five C's of Credit: The Five C's of credit are Character, Capacity, Capital, Collateral, and Conditions. These factors help lenders assess a borrower's creditworthiness and determine whether to approve a loan or credit application. Join us for this month's AABC to learn more!

 
SPEAKER
Chakema Clinton-Quintana is the Vice President and Director of a dynamic Minority Resource Center right here in Wilmington, North Carolina. Channel is a beacon of support and empowerment for minority small business owners. With over two decades of banking, real estate, and management experience, Chakema leads a dedicated team focused on providing tailored education, technical assistance, and invaluable networking opportunities. Chakema is also a board member at the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce and serves as the co-chair for the AABC. She enjoys volunteering, spending time with family and friends.
 

All Chamber members AND non-members are welcome to attend the meeting, but registration is required!

Event Sponsors:

Executive Sponsor

Investor Sponsor

Location:
Wilmington Chamber of Commerce
1 Estell Lee Place Wilmington, NC 28401
Date/Time Information:

The 3rd Wednesday of every month
*Some exceptions apply

Contact Information:
Laura Primavera 910-762-2611 ext 200
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