Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. Fall Newsletter

Bridging The Gap Between Corporate And Community Affairs Volume 1 • Fall 2014 • THE Long island african american chamber of commerce • page 1

THE LONG ISLAND AFRICAN AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, INC. Is Bridging The Gap Between Corporate And Community Affairs Freeport, New York, United States, August 26, 2014/EINPresswire. com Long Island, NY - The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is bridging the Gap between Corporate and Community Affairs. The Chamber was established in 2010 by its founder John L. Scott and is currently led by its’ President, Phil Andrews.

“The establishment of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. Provides significant opportunities for Corporations and Community based organizations to impact the region in a significant manner improving the lives of the citizens it serves in the local market it was designed to serve.” Phil Andrews, President, Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce (LIAACC) serves Nassau, Suffolk, Queens and Kings Counties. The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc.’s monthly Business Card Exchange and Breakfast Series is designed to help facilitate trade and foster business growth through a variety of channels such as networking events, informational sessions, access to capital, and technical assistance.

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was a great oppor tunity for LIAACC to network with 100 Black Men of America’s founding chapter 100 Black Men of New York, Inc. at their recent golf and tennis outing. We look for ward to forming quality strategic partnerships with community based organizations and corporations in the region.”

Pelham Manor, New York – Pelham County Club – LIAACC’s Member Sharon Davis, CEO S. J. Edwards, Inc. sponsors Tee @ 100 Black Men of New York, Inc. 7th Annual Golf @ Hon. David N. Dinkins Tennis Outing ◄ Sharon Davis of Freeport has been appointed vice president of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce board of directors. She is chief executive of S.J. Edwards Inc., a financial services and benefits counselor in Freeport.

(Credit: LI African American Chamber of Commerce) Photo taken by Margot Jordan

Phil Andrews, means business for LI/NYC Region

MISSION STATEMENT Volume 1 • Fall 2014 • THE Long island african american chamber of commerce • page 2

“The Mission of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc., is to advance and promote economic development for business, and to advance responsive government and quality education on the behalf of all small businesses, with emphasis on African Ancestry, while preserving the Long Island community”. Long Island means the New York State counties on Nassau, Suffolk, Queens and Kings. A Chamber of Commerce is one of the most well known and recognizable organizations in the country chartered to stimulate business in local and regional areas where they are designated to serve.

“We are going to be the voice of businesses in the African American community that leads the charge to train businesses to become certified.” Phil Andrews, President, Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce

Rose Davis, Membership Committee Chair ““LIAACC serves as a promoter and advocate for economic growth. This gives members the opportunity to experience a robust support system that addresses all aspects of their business. Membership provides the premier platform for networking, MWBE training/certification, valuable member to member pricing, and access to regional centers of influence. Get involved by becoming a member, joining a committee, attending events and promoting growth within the chamber.” Everyone wins !

LaShawn Allen-Muhammad, Brooklyn Director “The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce (LIAACC) is very excited about the Brooklyn Borough President’s position on Economic Development and increasing contracting opportunities for Minority/Women Owned Businesses (MWBE’s). In my role as LIAACC’s Brooklyn Director, I will be diligently working with our MWBE Committee on certification workshops and education programs, creating a Win/Win for the Borough.”

L to R: Keith H. Burgess, Secretary, Sharon Davis, Vice President, Phil Andrews, President, Vanessa Best, Board Advocate The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. hosted its monthly Business Card Exchange and “Breakfast Series” which included networking, pampering and a free photo shoot. The Business Card Exchange featured guest speaker Lorette Farris, President and CEO of Ibossinc.com and the topic was “Raising Capital in the New Capital Market”.

September, 2014 – Phil Andrews, President, LIAACC, receives the Kings of Queens Award that honors Top Queens Men for their outstanding leadership & their contributions to the community.

Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. 148 South Long Beach Avenue • 2nd Fl. Freeport, New York 11520 info@liaacc.com • cell: 347.475.7158