We Exist Because Minnesota’s Economy Works Better When Black Businesses Grow.
The Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce advances Black entrepreneurship through business development, advocacy, strategic partnerships, and access to economic opportunities. We serve entrepreneurs across Minnesota, connecting them to the resources, relationships, and knowledge that strengthen businesses and communities.
Our Story
Founded in 2004, the Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce is a member organization headquartered at 401 Robert Street North in St. Paul. It serves Black-owned businesses and their communities through education, advocacy, and economic development, so every Black-owned business, large or small, has equitable opportunities to grow.
Our Mission
The Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce is committed to serving Black-owned businesses and their communities through access to education, advocacy, and economic development. Our goal is to maximize the potential of every Black-owned business, large or small, by providing equitable opportunities for growth at every stage.
Our Vision
To be a leading resource for the prosperity of Black-owned businesses and their communities.
Strategic Priorities
Four priorities guide how MBCC invests its time and resources: developing businesses, opening doors to capital and contracts, growing a statewide network, and advocating for policy that expands opportunity.
Business Development
Education, coaching, and resources to launch, grow, and scale.
Capital & Contracts
Connections to funding, procurement opportunities, and strategic partners.
Membership & Network
A statewide community of entrepreneurs, business leaders, and partners.
Advocacy & Policy
Advancing policies that strengthen access and opportunity for Black businesses statewide.
Our Staff
MBCC’s staff team runs the Chamber’s programs, events, and member services day to day, with business coaches supporting the 10,000 Black Business Program.
Coming Soon!
Sr. Program Coordinator
Jaylin Stanford
Office & Events Coordinator
Angel Ines
Administrative Assistant
Donte Curtis
Owner and Coach
Catch Your Dream Consulting
Board of Directors
The 2026 Board of Directors is chaired by Drinal Foster, with Domonique Jones as Finance Chair and members who bring banking, real estate, economic development, and chamber leadership experience. Open seats are available now.
Drinal Foster
Board Chair
Groundbreak Coalition
Domonique Jones
Finance Chair
Partnership in Property Commercial Land Trust
Damon Jenkins
Board Member
First Independence Bank
Gregg Klohn
Board Member
21st Century Bank
B Kyle
Board Member
St. Paul Area Chamber
Michael Franks
Board Member
Advisory Pro
Emily Lawrence
Board Member
Saint Paul Port Authority
Our Impact
These are MBCC’s approved figures. Paid Chamber members are counted separately from all businesses MBCC serves through programs and events.
350
Paid Chamber members
2026
$200,000
Awarded in grants in 2026
2026
67
Business cohort graduates
2026
500+
Businesses served
2026
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