Benefits of Membership
Consistent networking inside and outside metropolitan Milwaukee
Reliable statistics and data regarding Black business in Wisconsin—number, profile, industry stratification, size (not currently available in Wisconsin)
Education and advocacy—keeping members informed of important trends, events, opportunities; advocating on behalf of African American businesses regarding procurement, resources, etc.
Addresses the total spectrum of African American business, particularly established businesses requiring more sophisticated services
Matchmaking services—franchise, merger and acquisition catalyst
A separate Political Action Committee
Advocacy regarding African American participation on Corporate Boards
Collaborations (banks, insurance companies, venture capitalists, pension funds and institutional investors) that increase opportunities to access capital.
Seminars in conjunction with the business schools of major universities and historic Black colleges.