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Welcome to the Black Chamber of Commerce - Summit County 






The Black Chamber of Commerce - Summit County is proud to serve as a hub for Black-owned businesses to connect, grow, and thrive. We are committed to developing, empowering, and promoting Black entrepreneurs by providing access to resources, advocacy, and a unified voice for the success of our members.

Whether you’re starting your first venture, building on a family legacy, or seeking new ways to grow your business, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Through networking opportunities, business mentorship, capital access, and professional development, we aim to amplify the contributions of Black-owned businesses to the broader community and foster an environment where they can flourish.

Welcome to a community where your business matters, your success is celebrated, and your voice is amplified. Together, we’re building a stronger future for Black businesses.

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"The Black Chamber of Commerce Summit County develops, empowers, promotes and supports Black-owned businesses"




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Thank You to Our 2026 Annual Fundraiser Event Sponsors 


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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT



On October 1, 2025, Joyful Interactions celebrated its first anniversary as a thriving Business! They hosted a heartfelt Customer Appreciation & Ribbon-Cutting to honor their journey and community support.

Joyful Interactions are the first member of the Black Chamber of Commerce - Summit County.

They actively engaged in BCCSC opportunities, has expanded their network, and were recently featured on News Channel 5 for their role in The Black Exchange: A Marketplace Experience spotlighting Black-owned businesses in Summit County.


1686 W Market St, Akron, OH 44313

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Upcoming events

    • 23 Apr 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • House Three Thirty - 532 W. Market Street Akron, Ohio 44303
    Register

    Join the BCCSC for the

    Expand the Room: Strategy to Execution Workshop

    Part of the Annual Fundraiser Event 2026


    What You’ll Experience:

    Strategy to Execution Session led by Karen Karas Burke
    Learn how to turn your business goals into actionable strategies using KPIs and performance systems

    Candid Conversation Panel: Expand Through Collaboration
    Engage in real dialogue on how we can better support, partner, and grow together through cooperative economics

    Chamber Connect Experience: Led by Chamber Members
    Build meaningful connections by sharing your business, your services, and your needs

    BONUS: One attendee will win a FREE ticket to our Annual Fundraising Event that evening! You must register to be included in the raffle, and you must attend the workshop to receive the ticket if you win!


    • 23 Apr 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • 532 W Market St, Akron, OH 44303
    • 79
    Register

    An unforgettable evening returns—bigger and bolder.

    After a sold-out inaugural event, the Black Chamber of Commerce – Summit County is proud to present our 2026 Annual Fundraiser, Expanding the Room. This premier fundraising experience brings together leaders, partners, and change-makers committed to empowering business and building community.

    Join us for an evening of inspiration, networking, and purpose as we continue building a stronger, more connected Black business ecosystem in Summit County and beyond. This is more than an event—it’s an investment in the future of Black businesses.


    • 14 May 2026
    • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • 1495 S Hawkins Ave #104, Akron OH 44320
    Register


    • 11 Jun 2026
    • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • 1495 S Hawkins Ave #104, Akron, OH 44320
    Register


Past events

9 Apr 2026 Members Monthly Meeting w/ShaRonda Sammons
12 Mar 2026 Members Monthly Meeting w/Brian Williams
12 Mar 2026 March Advisory Meeting
12 Feb 2026 Members Monthly Meeting w/Chrissy Myers
8 Jan 2026 Members Monthly Meeting w/Bianca Harris
12 Dec 2025 Hustle and Holly
24 Aug 2025 The Black Exchange A Marketplace Experience "More Than a Market -It's a Movement"
20 Aug 2025 Back 2 School Free Haircuts Presented by Beyond Expectations Community Fund
20 Aug 2025 Back To School Hair A Thon Presented By Bougie Beauties
18 Aug 2025 Small Business Workshop hosted by BCCSC with Chase and Hilltastic
18 Aug 2025 Jerry Rowland Annual Back to School Event
17 Aug 2025 Back to School 2025 Presented By Helping Young People Elevate and Village Keepers of Ohio
17 Aug 2025 Second Annual Back 2 School Bash
16 Aug 2025 The Village Ball Presented By Akron Rites of Passage Institute
16 Aug 2025 Preparing for My Next!! Presented By She Blossoms
16 Aug 2025 Summit County Back to School Town Hall Presented By B.L.A.Z.E. Inc.
15 Aug 2025 Summer Tea Party Pause and Pour Presented by SRINA and Hillastic Coaching and Consulting
10 Aug 2025 Back To School Block Party Presented By Hair Geek Studios
10 Aug 2025 Sip & Soak Workshop Presented By Momma Phoenix w/The Tea Lady
9 Aug 2025 Ogarth Celebration
2 Aug 2025 Community Back to School Giveaway
1 Jul 2025 Joyful Interaction's Customer Appreciation & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
20 Feb 2025 Launch Event for the Black Chamber of Commerce - Summit County
23 Jan 2025 Listening Tour

 Donate by tackling the challenges Black businesses face within the entrepreneurial ecosystem, we can build a more inclusive economy and unlock the full potential of Black-owned enterprises. This mission aligns with Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision for social and economic justice as articulated in The Nation (1966).

Through intentional action, we can help close the racial wealth gap and pave the way for a more prosperous, equitable Summit County.

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Black Chamber of Commerce Summit County

Our Mission

The Black Chamber of Commerce – Summit County develops, empowers, promotes, and supports Black-owned businesses.

Contact

Physical: 1495 S. Hawkins St.
Akron, OH 44320
Mailing: 1700 W. Market St. #188
Akron, OH 44320

info@blackchambersc.org
(330) 913-3835

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