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The New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc. Launches 2026 Membership Campaign
Founded to serve as a powerful advocate for minority-owned businesses, the New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

The New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc. Launches 2026 Membership Campaign"NYC's Voice for Minority Small Business"
NEW YORK, NY — The New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc.(NYCMSBCC) proudly announces the launch of its 2026 Membership Campaign, inviting entrepreneurs, small business owners, startups, professionals, nonprofit leaders, and corporate partners throughout New York City's five boroughs to join a growing movement dedicated to advancing economic opportunity, business growth, and entrepreneurial success.
Founded to serve as a powerful advocate for minority-owned businesses, the New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
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Founded to serve as a powerful advocate for minority-owned businesses, the New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc. was established to address the unique challenges and opportunities facing diverse entrepreneurs in one of the world's most competitive business environments.
The Chamber's mission is to foster trade and commerce, support business development, advocate for equitable access to capital and contracting opportunities, promote entrepreneurship, and strengthen the economic vitality of minority-owned businesses throughout New York City and beyond.
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A New Era of Advocacy for Minority Businesses: As New York City continues to recover, evolve, and compete in a global economy, minority-owned businesses remain critical contributors to job creation, neighborhood revitalization, innovation, and community wealth-building.
A New Era of Advocacy for Minority Businesses: As New York City continues to recover, evolve, and compete in a global economy, minority-owned businesses remain critical contributors to job creation, neighborhood revitalization, innovation, and community wealth-building. Yet many entrepreneurs continue to face barriers to accessing capital, government contracts, technical assistance, and growth opportunities.
The New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce was created to help bridge those gaps by providing:
• Business development programs and educational workshops
• Access to capital resources and financial institutions
• Government contracting and procurement opportunities
• Networking and relationship-building events
• Advocacy on issues impacting minority-owned businesses
• Corporate partnership opportunities
• Mentorship and entrepreneurial support services
• Connections to local, state, and federal resources
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"Small businesses are the backbone of New York City's economy, and minority-owned businesses represent one of its greatest engines of growth," said Phil Andrews, Founding President of the New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc."Our Chamber was established to ensure that minority entrepreneurs have a strong voice, meaningful representation, and access to the resources necessary to start, sustain, and scale successful businesses."
About: Founder: The Chamber is led by Phil Andrews, a nationally recognized business advocate and community leader with more than two decades of experience supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Andrews is also the Founding President of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc., one of New York State's most influential minority business organizations. Under his leadership, that organization has assisted hundreds of entrepreneurs, facilitated strategic partnerships, delivered educational programming, and championed policies designed to strengthen minority-owned businesses.
Throughout his career, Andrews has become known for bringing together business leaders, government agencies, financial institutions, nonprofit organizations, and corporate stakeholders to create opportunities that empower underserved communities and promote economic inclusion.
His leadership and commitment to entrepreneurship have earned recognition from business, civic, and community organizations, including being named a U.S. Small Business Administration Small Business Champion.
What This Chamber Means to New York City: The New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce represents more than a business organization—it represents a platform for economic empowerment, advocacy, and collective impact.
The Chamber aims to become a central resource and convening force for minority-owned businesses across Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, The Bronx, and Staten Island, helping entrepreneurs navigate challenges, identify opportunities, and build sustainable enterprises.
As the city continues to diversify, the Chamber seeks to ensure that minority-owned businesses are positioned to fully participate in New York City's economic growth and prosperity.
By bringing together business owners, professionals, corporations, government agencies, and community stakeholders, the Chamber will work to create stronger pathways to wealth creation, job growth, and economic development throughout the five boroughs.
Join the Movement: The 2026 Membership Campaign is now underway, and businesses of all sizes are encouraged to become founding members of this growing organization.
Membership offers opportunities to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, access valuable resources, increase visibility, engage in advocacy efforts, and participate in programs designed to help businesses thrive in today's economy.
"The future of New York City's economy depends on the success of its small businesses," Andrews added. "We invite entrepreneurs, professionals, and corporate partners to join us as we build a stronger, more inclusive, and more prosperous business community for all."
About: New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
The New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is a nonprofit business advocacy organization dedicated to fostering trade and commerce, supporting entrepreneurship, advancing economic empowerment, and creating opportunities for minority-owned businesses throughout New York City and beyond.
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New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
Email: NYCMSBCC@GMAIL.COM