Built by and for the community.
We are a community-based organization working to make the world around us a better, happier place, one Black-owned business at a time.
A chamber rooted in Portland.
With the help of our tireless staff, we organize weekly business networking events, exciting community-building events, and scholarships for our leaders of tomorrow.
With years of experience in government and across industries at every level, we deliver our services with cultural and professional competency, earned by working within the Black community throughout the country.
Founded in Portland
Programs and services
Board members and staff
How we show up for Black business.
Everything we do is shaped by lived experience in the community we serve.
Cultural competency
We deliver every service through the lens of cultural and professional competency, earned by working inside the Black community nationwide.
Government and industry experience
Our team brings years of experience in government and across industries at every level, so we know how the systems work.
Community first
Weekly networking, community-building events, and scholarships keep us close to the people we serve.
The people behind BACC.
Seasoned professionals and community builders committed to local business growth and shared prosperity.
Board of Directors
John Tolbert
Board of Directors
Dr. Gwendolyn Avington
Board of Directors
Margo Bryant
Board of Directors
Kenyatta Trice
Board of Directors
Theotis Cason
Board of Directors
Myla Sweet
Board of Directors
Dr. Yusef Mathai
Board of Directors
Staff
Working together for
Black business in Oregon
There are so many ways to support our mission.
Volunteer, join a fundraising event, or help spread the word to friends and family. Every bit of support helps a Black-owned business grow.
Volunteer
Lend your time and expertise at events and workshops.
Fundraise
Support scholarships and programs through BACC fundraising events.
Spread the word
Share BACC with business owners who could use a partner.