LIAACC December 2018 Newsletter

LIAACC News December 2018

New York Based Regional Chamber of Commerce LIAACC Set to Install New Board Members at its Holiday Celebration December 14, 2017 Join us at the 2017 Installation of our Newly Appointed Board of Directors at our Holiday Installation and Celebration

Baldwin, New York – On Thursday, December 14, 2017 LIAACC will be installing new board members at its annual holiday celebration. The Installation and celebration will be held at Pop O’ Paint Gallery located at 822 Merrick Ave. Baldwin, New York 11510. The celebration will include VIP Reception Tickets and General Admission Tickets. At the VIP reception guest will be allowed to network with various

leaders and the leadership of LIAACC.

Tickets are now available online at: https://tinyurl.com/LIAACCInstallationCelebration “Year-end gathering such as this year installation and holiday celebration are an excellent time to enjoy the accomplishments made throughout the year, and are also a great time for giving back to those in need. We are asking guest to bring a toy for a youth, along with any canned goods donations.” Phil Andrews, President, Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. Emerging leaders are vital in all sectors of society, and LIAACC is grateful that its organization is committed to leadership development and chamber development; and in its ability to attract leaders who are both willing and capable of serving for the greater good of our community. “Leadership development is vital to the growth of New York’s largest African American Chamber of Commerce. The recent appointments will help the chamber of commerce to fulfill its mission and continue to serve our membership, small business owners in the region, and professional service providers who interact with the chamber in its wider network.” Phil Andrews, President, Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

About: Valerie Anderson Campbell of Baldwin has been appointed Nassau County Director of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce. She is the CEO of a boutique recruiting firm, where she provides human capital for companies nationwide, from Healthcare, Engineering, Finance, and IT industries. Valerie is also VP Membership of Uniondale Community Land Trust, Inc., a not-for-profit organization whose mission includes community renewal, revitalization, integration, and empowerment.

About: Danielle Donaphin Appointed LIAACC’s Suffolk County Director – Danielle Donaphin of Bay Shore has been appointed Suffolk County director of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce. Danielle operates her own business, Donaphin Career Enrichment Services. Her business focuses on enriching her clients’ potential for greater career opportunities.

Danielle’s work in her business and the

community was recognized by the Suffolk County Executive’s office in March of this year, and she was the recipient of the National Women’s History Month award. In her role as LIAACC’s Suffolk County director, Danielle will be responsible for identifying collaborative opportunities to advance the goals and values of the chamber, while increasing LIAACC’s presence and providing opportunities for education and knowledge for small business owners within Suffolk County.

Elizabeth Wellington has been appointed as Nassau County Deputy Director – Mrs. Elizabeth Wellington will be responsible for helping to provide creative innovation solutions to increase community involvement via increasing grassroots efforts to render knowledge, and education for small business owners within the Chamber. She also serves as a Co-Chair for former Hempstead Village Justice Judge Maxine S. Broderick, 2017 Nassau County Board of Election Campaign. She has experienced in both finance and general operational realms and has spent nearly a decade working in the areas of advertising, education, and investigation Industries. Prior to joining Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, for the past 5 years, she had supported the Brooklyn community as a coordinator for the New York City Board of Elections, as well as, by attending various political events given by Borough President Eric Adams, Mayor De Blasio, and the New York City Comptroller Scott Stringer. Mrs. Wellington graduated from Nassau Community College and John Jay College of Criminal Justice. She has a B.S in Criminal Justice and Master’s degree in Public Administration with specialization in Human Resources/Management & Operations. She is married to

Antonio Wellington, CEO/President of Wellie the Transporter, LLC; and has one son Stephen Wellington, who also graduated from John Jay College of Criminal Justice.

LIAACC has been featured on WABC Here and Now, NBC’S Positively Black, FiOs1 Push Pause, MY Long Island News, Long Island Business News, Newsday, and Black Enterprise – BE Modern Man. LIAACC is a member of the US Black Chambers, Inc. located online at US Black Chambers, Inc. LIAACC is a 501 C (6) membership based organization serving the counties of Nassau Suffolk, Queens and Kings. To join LIAACC as a member log on to www.liaacc.org Register today online for LIAACC’S upcoming Installation and Holiday Celebration at: https://tinyurl.com/LIAACCInstallationCelebration Phil Andrews is the current President of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. Photo – (Credit: LI African Amer. Chamber Commerce)

NY Chamber LIAACC Tells Why Joining A Chamber of Commerce Is still A Viable Business Development Strategy

LIAACC'S President addresses attendees at Brooklyn Inaugural Launch at Brooklyn Borough Hall

In the age social media and technological advancement being an active member of a chamber of Commerce in your local or regional trade zone can have a tremendous impact on your business’s growth outlook and potential.

Being in the know in business circles can create an atmosphere suitable to business opportunities.

Staying well connected in the community enhances the chances of business colleagues in the chamber passing quality referrals to your business on a regular basis throughout the year.

Most chambers develop some sort of directory listing, and members of the community have a high level of trust for chambers that operate in an excellent manner consistently and provide high levels of service.

Chamber membership gives business owners a big bang for their buck, and can serve as a marketing tool for small business owners and professional service providers.

A business’s reputation can be enhanced by being a reputable business and member of the chamber, but they must also be mindful of continuing to provide quality customer service at all times.

About – The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. an affiliate of the US Black Chambers, Inc. and has been featured on WABC Here and Now, NBC Positively Black, and Black Enterprise BE Modern Man. New York State’s largest African American Chamber of Commerce LIAACC (Long Island African American Chamber, Inc.) is a shining example of chamber development and its impact on the regional and local area that it is chartered to serve in New York State.

Since its inception in 2010; LIAACC has continued to grow significantly in numbers, along with increasing its impact on its service territory. LIAACC helps small business owners in the areas of access to capital, technical assistance, advocacy, and entrepreneurial training.

For more information on the programs and activities of the chamber log on to www.liaacc.org To become a member today log on to www.liaacc.org

New York State Largest African American Chamber Member Kevin Spann Named Premier Agency

Kevin Spann of Kevin Spann Agency

Queens, New York – New York State Largest African American Chamber Member Kevin Spann Named Premier Agency. Kevin Spann of Kevin Spann Agency at 64-77 Dry Harbor Road in Middle Village has be designated an Allstate Premier Agency in 2017. The Allstate Premier Agency designation is bestowed upon 26 percent of Allstate’s nearly 10,000 agency owners across the country. It is award to Allstate agency owners who have demonstrated excellence in delivering a personal customer experience while achieving outstanding business results.

“The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is proud to have Mr. Kevin Spann as a member. His business acumen exemplifies the quality of members

we seek to recruit at the chamber. We look forward to continually working with the Kevin Spann Agency.” Phil Andrews, President, Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. About – The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. an affiliate of the US Black Chambers, Inc. and has been featured on WABC Here and Now, NBC’s Positively Black and Black Enterprise BE Modern Man. New York State’s largest African American Chamber of Commerce LIAACC (Long Island African American Chamber, Inc.) is a shining example of chamber development and its impact on the regional and local area that it is chartered to serve in New York State. Since its inception in 2010; LIAACC has continued to grow significantly in numbers, along with increasing its impact on its service territory. LIAACC helps small business owners in the areas of access to capital, technical assistance, advocacy, and entrepreneurial training.

For more information on the programs and activities of the chamber log on to www.liaacc.org To become a member today log on to www.liaacc.org