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US Black Chambers of Commerce Inc Black History Month Revisited
March 5, 2021

News shared by Dr. Maxine Hickman, President of San Francisco Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc., and immedate past board member of Nation Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc.  Posted Courtesy of Wright Enterprises Community Spotlight~~

Thank you for registering and attending the USBC Virtual Black History Month Program. 
The historical journey of Black businesses from Tulsa Black Wall Street to the Present was explored by economic historian Dr. Julianne Malveaux. Highlights included a fitting poem for the occasion by Voice Porter, the Black National Anthem by 105 Voices of History HBCU Choir, a touching memoriam featuring Ashley Tamar, remarks from our Chamber Leaders and Business Owners and a fabulous closing performance by Ruben Studdard.
Speakers included:
Rep. James E. Clyburn, Majority Whip
Eric Kelly, Chairman & CEO, Overland Tandberg
Necole Parker, CEO & Founder, The ELOCEN Group
Sherman Wright, Co-Managing Partner, TEN35
Everest Sands, CEO, Lendistry
Phillip Reeves, Partner, 1863 Ventures
Jean-Robert Baguidy, MBDA
Sponsors included:
Wells Fargo, Presenting Sponsor
US Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA)
T-Mobile
with remarks by:
David Miree, EVP, Wells Fargo
Edith Jett McCloud, Acting National Director, MBDA
Trey Baker, Special Engagement, The White House
We thank our sponsors for the ongoing support as we continue our work in helping Black businesses move forward while recognizing their continuing contributions to their communities. With that in mind, we would like your feedback. Please take a moment and fill out this survey LINK HERE. This is instrumental for us to build proper programs and resources as we grow in 2021.
Ron Busby, President with USBC President's Circle
Rep. James E. Clyburn,
Majority Whip
Access to Capital Panel
U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. | 1701 K St. NW, 1150, Washington, DC 20006

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