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  • Expand the Room: Strategy to Execution Workshop

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


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  • Annual Fundraiser Event - Expanding the Room

    • 23 Apr 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • 532 W Market St, Akron, OH 44303
    • 91
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    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.

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  • Members Monthly Meeting w/Catrice Williams

    • 14 May 2026
    • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • 1495 S Hawkins Ave #104, Akron OH 44320
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  • Members Monthly Meeting w/Terry Beauford II

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


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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