In an increasingly digital marketplace, Black-owned businesses must leverage every available tool to grow, connect, and compete. This fireside chat will explore how certification and digital communities can help entrepreneurs unlock new opportunities, increase visibility, and drive business success.


Key Discussion Points:

  • The Role of Certification: How ByBlack Certification creates pathways to funding, corporate contracts, and business development opportunities.
  • The Power of Digital Communities: How platforms like ByBlack.us and BuyBlack.org empower Black entrepreneurs by providing networking, visibility, and growth opportunities.
  • Online Visibility in Today's Market: Why having a strong digital presence is essential for business sustainability and expansion.
  • Real-World Success Stories: Insights from business owners who have effectively leveraged certification and digital platforms to scale their businesses.

About ByBlack.us & BuyBlack.org:

The ByBlack Platform, powered by the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc., is the nation's first national certification program exclusively for Black-owned businesses. It connects entrepreneurs with procurement opportunities, corporate partnerships, and a growing digital network. BuyBlack.orgis a platform dedicated to amplifying Black-owned businesses, providing them with an online marketplace and exposure needed to thrive in today's competitive market.


Why Attend?

  • Gain a deeper understanding of how certification enhances business credibility and access to new opportunities.
  • Learn practical strategies to increase online visibility and customer engagement.
  • Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs and industry leaders who are shaping the future of Black business success.

Speakers

David Derryck

CEO of BuyBlack.org

Alicea Gay

VP of External Affairs at ByBlack, powered by US Black Chambers Inc

Sponsors and Partners