Building our community one business at a time
The Manasota Black Chamber of Commerce has the resources to help you build, develop, and scale your business to new heights!
There’s benefits in joining the #1 Black Chamber in Florida.
Access to capital, networking, and mentorship are just a few!
MBCC Accreditation
Successful MBCC Accreditation applicants who meet the basic business criteria will have access to capital and funding to expand and grow their business.
Business Directory
View the black owned businesses in Manatee & Sarasota counties. Are you a black business owner? Register your business today!
Join the MBCC
We bring networking, resources, and advocacy to the black business community. With our signature and monthly events, you’re sure to grow as an entrepreneur.
Black in Biz Blog: Latest Updates
Job opportunities, bids and proposals, news from our partners, business updates and more can be found on our blog.
Perceptions of the COVID-19 vaccine – your opinion is needed
The Manasota Black Chamber and USF Zimmerman School of Advertising and Mass Communications led by Dr. Kimberly Walker, a health communication researcher interested in health of minority and vulnerable populations.
CARES Act Grant Updates
We are in the midst of the holiday season when families and friends come together to celebrate. That time of reconnection makes this a great time of year. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, it causes us to rethink our normal ways of celebration. We are having to avoid the risk of traveling to meet with family located elsewhere due to the recommendations made by the CDC.
MBCC Black Owned Business Survey
The Manasota Black Chamber of Commerce is currently redesigning its programming so that we can continue to stay relevant with our black business community. Please complete the quick survey below to help us build our community, one business at a time.
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