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Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) Monthly Meeting

by Gwinnett County Black Chamber of CommerceNetworkingSmall Business

Join the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) for our Monthly Meeting, an in-person gathering designed to empower and connect Black entrepreneurs, small business owners, and professionals in Gwinnett County and beyond.

Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Location: Silany’s Restaurant Lakay, 965 Duluth Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Time: 6-8 p.m.

This event is open to the public, offering valuable networking opportunities, business insights, and access to key resources to help you grow and sustain your business.

Who Should Attend?

  • Business owners and entrepreneurs
  • Professionals and executives
  • Nonprofit leaders
  • Aspiring entrepreneurs
  • Community leaders and advocates

Admission:

$10 for GCBCC Members
$20 for Non-Members

Connect, collaborate, and be inspired at GCBCC’s Monthly Meeting. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with like-minded professionals and gain insights to elevate your business!

🎟 Reserve your spot today! https://events.humanitix.com/gwinnett-county-black-chamber-of-commerce-gcbcc-monthly-meeting

We look forward to seeing you there!

best of the best

GCBCC Launches “Best of the Best” Gwinnett Black-Owned Businesses Awards – Nominations Now Open!

by Best-of-the-Best AwardsBlack BusinessBlack ExcellenceSmall Business

The Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) is excited to announce the launch of the “Best of the Best” Gwinnett Black-Owned Businesses awards, recognizing the excellence, innovation, and impact of Black-owned businesses throughout the county. Nominations are now open, and the public is encouraged to submit their favorite Black-owned businesses by April 2, 2025.

This annual initiative highlights and celebrates outstanding entrepreneurs, creators, and service providers across various industries who contribute to Gwinnett’s economic growth and community development. From restaurants and retailers to tech innovators and creatives, the “Best of the Best” awards will honor those who go above and beyond in their fields.

“Black-owned businesses are vital to our local economy, and this is an opportunity to showcase their contributions,” said Corliss Royal, a vice president of the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce. “We encourage the community to support their favorite businesses by nominating them for recognition.”

How to Nominate:

Finalists will be determined based on community nominations, and a public voting period will follow to decide the Best of the Best winners.

Winners to Be Announced at the Gwinnett Black Business Awards!

Winners of the “Best of the Best” Gwinnett Black-Owned Businesses awards will be revealed during the Gwinnett Black Business Awards on Friday, April 18, 2025, as part of “A Taste of Black Gwinnett” in Norcross, Georgia. This highly anticipated event will bring together business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community members to celebrate Black excellence in business while enjoying some of the best Black-owned cuisine in the area.

For more information about the “Best of the Best” Gwinnett Black-Owned Businesses awards visit https://events.humanitix.com/first-monday-business-strategy-vision. Follow #BestOfGwinnettBlackBiz on social media.

About the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce

The Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) is dedicated to empowering Black entrepreneurs and business owners by providing resources, advocacy, and networking opportunities. Through initiatives like the “Best of the Best” awards, GCBCC continues to build a thriving Black-business ecosystem in Gwinnett County, Georgia.

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Social Media Marketing and AI Unleashed: How Businesses Thrive Using Them!

by MarketingSmall BusinessTraining

An online training series for entrepreneurs.

Social media marketing is an essential element in having a thriving business! Having a monthly marketing calendar will increase revenue and grow the customer base. Today it doesn’t take days and weeks to create a social media marketing strategy. With the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your tools of marketing, AI offers powerful tools that can revolutionize your marketing efforts. In this training session, we will explore the development of social marketing marketing campaigns for your brand using AI. You will leave the session with something valuable for your brand – a social media marketing calendar.

This training series is presented by the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC).

Virtual Training Dates

Register at https://social-marketing-ai-training.eventbrite.com.

Sunday, January 5, 2025 – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, February 2, 2025 – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 2, 2025 – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 6, 2025 – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 4, 2025 – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 1, 2025 – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 6, 2025 – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 3, 2025 – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 7, 2025 – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 5, 2025 – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 2, 2025 – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 7, 2025 – 1:00 p.m.


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Gwinnett County Black Business Thrive Conference 2024

by Black BusinessBlack ExcellenceGwinnett County, GASmall Business

Join us for the Gwinnett County Black Business Thrive Conference, a gathering to empower, educate, and celebrate Black entrepreneurs and business owners. Presented by the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce, this dynamic event takes place Friday, December 13, 2024 from Noon – 5:00 p.m. at the Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center – 10 College Street, Norcross, GA 30071. This expo offers a mix of networking opportunities, educational sessions, and resources to help businesses thrive in today’s competitive marketplace. Here is the Gwinnett County Black Business Thrive Conference 2024 Agenda.

  • 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM – Expo Check-In and Networking
  • 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM – Lunch and Keynote Speaker
  • 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM – How to Effectively Use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Your Business
  • 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM – Mastering Social Media Marketing
  • 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM – Understanding Business Credit
  • 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM – Accessing Small Business Grants and Loans
  • 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM – Doing Business with Gwinnett County Government and Public Schools
  • 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM – How to Build a Diverse Customer Base in Gwinnett County
  • 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM – The Future of Black-Owned Businesses

Plus, the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce is honoring our businesses with awards for their excellent service to the community during the year on Friday, December 13, 2024 at the Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center from 8-9pm – 10 College Street, Norcross, GA 30071.

Join us as we celebrate our members! Register at https://gwinnett-black-business-expo2024.eventbrite.com – $45 per person and includes lunch.

A Taste of Black Gwinnett

A Taste of Black Gwinnett – ‘Give Thanks’ Edition | Friday, Nov. 15, 2024 | Norcross, GA

by A Taste of Black GwinnettBlack BusinessBuy BlackSmall Business

As business owners and the Black community as a whole, we have so much to be thankful for this year! This month, “A Taste of Black Gwinnett is Give Thanks Edition – November 15, 2024” and showcases Black-owned businesses and the Black diaspora community in Gwinnett County. This is a free admission, family-friendly event! Come out and support!

THE HAPPENINGS

We are excited to have comedian STARR FRESH as our host of the evening. Starr Fresh is bringing laughter, 80’s and 90’s music trivia, Culture-Tag trivia, GCBCC Spades Tournament continues for cash prizes, music! Plus, we are presenting animations, shorts, and music videos from the Urban Mediamakers Film Festival 2024.

Free admission and open to the public. Black-business owners with products and services will be showcased, plus restaurants, caterers, and food crafters with $6, $9 and $12 offerings.

FOOD & DRINK

Camrose Creative Catering
Lamb, Jerk Chicken, Curry Goat, Rice, Mixed Green Salad, Lobster & Shrimp Bisque Pasta, Rolls.

Major Flavor Lemonade by K.J. – Youthpreneur
Lemonade in various flavors and Dessert Tacos.

Moses & Ragsdale Kitchen
Turkey, Fried Chicken, Meatloaf, Dressing, Yams, Collards, Blackeyed Peas, Potato Salad.

Serbea Living African Restaurant
Jollof Rice, Liberian Chicken and Red Beans

HOW IT ALL WORKS:

Each food/drink vendor will have samples that are $6, $9, $12. Food tickets are available online and in-person with cash, a debit/credit card, CashApp, and Paypal.

EXHIBITORS

• Black Gun Owners Meetup Group
• Black Gwinnett Magazine
• Camrose Creative Services
• Chestnut Treehouse Daycare
• Deyahna’s Treasures – Youthpreneur
• Dignity In Rest: The South-View Cemetery Docu-Series Project 2025
• Georgia Pathways to Coverage
• Gwinnett Coalition
• Gwinnett Pathways
• Major Flavor Lemonade by K.J. – Youthpreneur
• Moses-Ragsdale Kitchen
• Serbea Living African Restaurant
• Southern Crescent Veterans Services
• Zeneth Quest Consultant
• Urban Mediamakers Film Festival
• WeCodeAcademy

SPONSORS

Presented by Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce, Black Gwinnett Magazine and Camrose Creative Services.

NO FOOD OR DRINK CAN BE BROUGHT IN FROM OUTSIDE DURING THIS EVENT.

Contact Renee with questions at 404.590.4716.

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The Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) organizing committee of this event is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible event for all members of the community. We aim to foster cultural understanding and appreciation while offering a space for Gwinnett County businesses and entrepreneurs from the Black diaspora to flourish and gain visibility. Visit the organization at https://blackchambergwinnett.com.

GCBCC, it volunteers, staff, affiliates, and sponsors are not liable for any personal or product injury at this event.