USBC Community Economic Development Corp.

06/19/2026

Celebrate freedom, culture, and economic empowerment with the new ByBlack Juneteenth Product Guide. This curated collection highlights exceptional Black-owned businesses offering products that honor the spirit of Juneteenth while making it easy to support Black entrepreneurship year-round. From food and beverages to apparel, home goods, and gifts, every purchase helps strengthen Black-owned businesses and communities nationwide. Explore the guide, discover your next favorite brand, and make your dollars count by shopping Black this Juneteenth and beyond.

Shop today at https://www.byblack.us/search/products

06/15/2026

🚗💨 New drop: The ByBlack Detroit City Guide is live!

From soul food staples to stylish boutiques and can’t-miss local spots, we’re spotlighting the Black-owned businesses that make The Motor City legendary.

Explore today at https://www.byblack.us/explore/detroit

Save it. Share it. ByBlack. 🖤

06/10/2026

Small businesses. Big opportunities! 🚀

Join business owners, policymakers, and industry leaders to discover how AI and digital tools can power small business growth. Learn how public-private collaboration accelerates success, and catch a live Small Business Digital Ready workshop to see AI tools in action. Position your business to lead in the AI-driven economy.

Register today at https://events.bizzabo.com/empoweringsmallbusinesses

06/04/2026

SBA Announces New $50 Million Grant Opportunity to Support Made in America Manufacturing, Workforce Training.

On May 6, 2026, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced a new funding opportunity offering up to $50 million in grant awards to as many as 10 eligible applicant organizations who will provide training and technical assistance to support small manufacturers in the SBA’s Empower to Grow (E2G) Program. The Manufacturing in America E2G Grant Initiative will empower qualified awardees to deliver regional support to small manufacturers in critical industries, in support of the agency’s ongoing effort to rebuild domestic supply chains, bring back American jobs, and promote industrial dominance.

The deadline to submit proposals electronically via https://www.grants.gov is June 15 at 11:59 p.m. EDT. To learn more about this grant opportunity, visit https://preview.sba.gov/freedom-250/

Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary For 250 years, small businesses have powered innovation, created opportunity, and strengthened local communities. Main Street Builds America – and through Freedom 250, SBA is honoring that legacy while investing in the next generation of builders, makers, ...

06/03/2026

Power 50: In Her Words is produced by USBC Media in partnership with the National Black Movie Association (NBMA) and hosted by the incredible emerging journalist, Makinna Moore.

A new USBC Media digital series spotlighting the journeys, leadership, and impact of the remarkable women of the USBC Power 50 community.

In our debut episode, Dr. ShantaQuilett Carter-Williams shares her powerful story of resilience, purpose, and transformation following two strokes and a heart attack—and how those experiences inspired her mission to empower women through health advocacy and wellness.

Watch the episode and secure your tickets to the 2026 USBC Power 50 Women of Influence Luncheon today at https://www.usbcwomenofpower.com/

05/30/2026

FINAL WEEKEND. 🚨🔥

Only 2 days remain to apply for the Famous Amos Ingredients for Success Entrepreneurs Initiative. This could be the opportunity that changes the trajectory of your business.

Funding. Mentorship. Visibility. Community.

If you qualify, apply. If you know a founder who qualifies, send this to them today.

https://famousamosingredientsforsuccess.com

Applications close June 1 at 11:59 PM PDT.

05/26/2026

Onboarding new hires doesn’t have to be boring—or time-consuming.

Through the free Google AI Professional Certificate, learn how to use AI to improve your internal processes and team experience.

In this training, discover a creative AI hack using Gemini to make employee onboarding more engaging, interactive, and efficient—so your team feels supported from day one.

🎥 Watch now: https://youtu.be/D8O4Qkj5LDk?si=qxTNuBuu9aw8LvQe

05/21/2026

Black business leaders, chamber executives, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem partners — join the 2026 USBC National Conference & School of Chamber Management, made possible by Google, on July 14–16, 2026 in Washington, D.C 🤩

This year’s conference is focused on the fundamentals of leadership, training, ex*****on, and advocacy — equipping attendees with practical tools, powerful connections, and strategies to advance Black economic power nationwide.

Topics include:
▪️ Chamber Leadership & Governance
▪️ Advocacy & Government Relations
▪️ AI + Technology for Small Business
▪️ Peer-to-Peer Exchange
▪️ Access to Capital Strategies

If you’re serious about building, leading, and growing, this is where you need to be.

Register today at www.usbccon.com 🎟️

05/17/2026

The countdown officially begins. ⏳

There are only 15 days left to apply for the 2026 Famous Amos Ingredients for Success Entrepreneurs Initiative — awarding $150,000 in capital awards to early-stage Black entrepreneurs, plus mentorship, networking, and educational resources designed to help your business grow.

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to apply, this is it. Your story, vision, and business deserve the opportunity.

Applications close June 1. Don’t wait until the last minute.

Learn more & apply: famousamosingredientsforsuccess.com

05/15/2026

Join the 4th Annual NVBCC Corporate Leadership Summit hosted by the Northern Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce for a powerful conversation on “The Intelligent Edge: Leading with AI and Human Insight.”

This dynamic event will explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, risk management, innovation, and the evolving role of human intelligence in business leadership. Connect with executives, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders shaping the future of work and leadership.

🎤 Featured Presenters:
Dr. Annie Green
Veronica Lawrence-Ortega
Christopher Bennett

📍 International Country Club
13200 Lee Jackson Memorial Highway, Fairfax, VA
🗓 Tuesday, May 19, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Register today: https://business.northernvirginiabcc.org/events/Details/4th-annual-nvbcc-corporate-leadership-summit-1712607?sourceTypeId=Website