SBA Names Brooklyn Native Phil Andrews LIAACC President Champion

New York, New York – On March 11, 2019 the Small Business Administration’s New York District Office formally announced the selection of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc.’s President Phil Andrews as the 2019 Small Business Champion for the New York District office which is in Downstate New York at 26 Federal Plaza, New York, New York.

Selection Criteria for champion 1) Demonstrated efforts to improve conditions in the small business community as a whole, not solely for individual personal advancement 2) Demonstrated accomplishments in advising small business groups of opportunities within the overall business community 3) Volunteer efforts beyond business/professional responsibilities to advance small business interests within the community, state and/or nation 4) Volunteer efforts to provide professional services to the small business community in a legal, legislative, managerial or financial capacity 5) Other accomplishments/recognition demonstrating the nominee’s merit as an effective advocate for small business interests

“This is significant milestone for the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (LIAACC) to be named Small Business Champion in the New District of the Small Business Administration. The New York District Office is responsible for the delivery of the SBA’s many programs and services in New York City, Long Island, and the downstate counties of Duchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester. We will use this honor as an inspiration to continue to service the small business owners in our service territory which is currently the four counties of Kings, Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk. As we continue the next phase of growth our goal is to help companies grow to the next level.” Phil Andrews, President – Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

“As membership chair of the largest African American Chamber in New York State I would like to thank all the members of the chamber which include Founders, Officers, Board of Directors and the entire membership of the chamber. We would also like to thank our stakeholders such as Corporate Partners, Civic Groups, Non-Profits, Elected Officials and Government Entities who have contributed to the chamber’s mission throughout its phases of growth in the New York region. Small Business owners are encouraged to join this dynamic chamber of commerce which is poised for significant growth now and into the future.” Deon Brown, Chair of Membership Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

To view interview on TD Ameritrade Network Show “The Watch List” Karen Kerrigan, Phil Andrews and John Burnett Talks Investing In Small Businesses click here: https://tdameritradenetwork.com/video/rB4AoWn7ERCBagPPqxABtA

Chamber Milestones: LIAACC featured on WABC Here and Now: https://abc7ny.com/society/here-and-now-on-january-10-2016-long-island-chamber/1151862/

LI African American Chamber of Commerce launched “Campaign to support Sole Proprietors: https://liaacc.org/2018/12/08/new-york-states-largest-african-american-chamber-of-commerce-launches-build-sole-proprietorship-new-member-campaign-initiative/

LIAACC’s Regional Development Conference for Chamber Leaders and Small Business Owners https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YtZ1eL3FrdQ

LIAACC Leaders In Finance Network Committee http://www.nycityblack.com/liaacc-leaders-in-finance-network-committee-seeking-financial-services-industry-professionals/

LIAACC and SUNY Old Westbury Small Business Boot Camp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wz91auqMmnk

US Black Chambers, Inc. supports NY State’s largest African American Chamber of Commerce Expo http://www.nationalblackguide.com/us-black-chambers-inc-supports-new-york-states-largest-african-american-chamber-commerce-liaaccs-expo/

NY Largest African American Chamber A Shining Example of Chamber Development: http://www.nationalblackguide.com/new-yorks-states-largest-african-american-chamber-commerce-liaacc-shining-example-chamber-development/

Phil Andrews is the founding President of the African American Small Business Foundation, Inc.

The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is a participating sponsor of the Power Networking Business Series One Day Conference April 18, 2020 in Far Rockaway. Registration and details here for the Power Networking Business Series One Day Conference, Forum, and Expo visit: http://abbccenter.com/power-networking-business-expo-series-

For more information on the programs and activities of the chamber, inquire about corporate sponsorship, or to become a member today log on to our website at: www.liaacc.org. You may also log on to our website at https://liaacc.org/contact-us/ to contact us or email us at info@liaacc.org