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New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce Soft Launch 9.1.2026 in NYC

Soft Launch and Upscale Networking Event, taking place Tuesday, September 1, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Fogo de Chão Elmhurst N.Y.

Phillip Andrews, Community Contributor
N.Y.C. Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc. was established to foster trade and commerce throughout N.Y.C. and beyond, with a special emphasis on strengthening minority-owned businesses and helping entrepreneurs build sustainable enterprises.
N.Y.C. Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc. was established to foster trade and commerce throughout N.Y.C. and beyond, with a special emphasis on strengthening minority-owned businesses and helping entrepreneurs build sustainable enterprises. (New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc.)

NEW YORK CITY — August 14, 2026 — ICYMI: The New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (NYCMSBCC) is preparing for its highly anticipated Soft Launch and Upscale Networking Event, taking place Tuesday, September 1, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Fogo de Chão, 92-50 59th Avenue, Elmhurst, Queens, New York 11373.

Minority and small business owners, entrepreneurs, professionals, corporate representatives, government stakeholders, community leaders and supporters of New York City's small business community are encouraged to attend this special evening introducing a new organization dedicated to expanding economic opportunities for minority-owned and small businesses.

NYC'S VOICE FOR MINORITY SMALL BUSINESS

The New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc. was established to foster trade and commerce throughout New York City and beyond, with a special emphasis on strengthening minority-owned businesses and helping entrepreneurs build sustainable and competitive enterprises.

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The New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc. was established to foster trade and commerce throughout New York City and beyond, with a special emphasis on strengthening minority-owned businesses and helping entrepreneurs build sustainable and competitive enterprises.

The Chamber's mission includes promoting the general welfare of the business community, encouraging commercial opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, connecting entrepreneurs with resources and creating a stronger ecosystem in which minority and small businesses can grow.

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The September 1 soft launch will provide attendees with an early opportunity to learn more about the Chamber's vision, meet business and community leaders, develop new relationships and become part of an expanding network focused on business growth, access, opportunity and economic empowerment.

Click on link here to register:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/celebrating-communities-building-connections-creating-opportunities

WHY ATTEND?

The Soft Launch and Upscale Networking Event is designed to bring together people who believe that strong small businesses are essential to strong communities.

Attendees will have opportunities to:

  • Build new business relationships with entrepreneurs and professionals from throughout the New York metropolitan area.
  • Expand their professional networks and connect with potential customers, partners and referral sources.
  • Learn about the mission and future initiatives of the New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce.
  • Explore membership opportunities and ways to become involved with the Chamber.
  • Connect with organizations and leaders committed to advancing minority entrepreneurship.
  • Position their businesses for future opportunities involving education, procurement, access to capital, technical assistance, advocacy and strategic partnerships.

A CHAMBER BUILT FOR TODAY'S ENTREPRENEURS

New York City is home to one of the most diverse entrepreneurial communities in the world. Minority-owned businesses contribute significantly to neighborhood development, job creation, innovation and the economic vitality of the city.

Yet many entrepreneurs continue to face challenges involving access to capital, procurement opportunities, business education, professional networks and resources needed to scale.

The New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc. seeks to help close those gaps by creating a powerful platform that connects entrepreneurs with information, relationships and opportunities.

The Chamber will work to build bridges among small businesses, corporations, government agencies, financial institutions, nonprofit organizations, chambers of commerce and community stakeholders.

SEPTEMBER 1 MARKS THE BEGINNING

The September 1 event represents more than an introduction of a new organization. It marks the beginning of a long-term effort to strengthen the voice and economic position of minority and small businesses throughout New York City and New York State.

The Chamber is inviting entrepreneurs from all five boroughs — Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island — as well as businesses throughout the greater New York metropolitan area to participate in this growing movement.

Whether you are an established business owner, emerging entrepreneur, young professional, corporate executive, government representative or organization seeking to connect with New York City's diverse business community, the soft launch offers an opportunity to get involved from the beginning.

STRATEGIC COMMUNITY PARTNERS

The soft launch will bring together an ecosystem of organizations committed to entrepreneurship, leadership development and economic empowerment, including the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc., 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc., and the African American Small Business Foundation, Inc.

These relationships demonstrate the importance of collaboration in creating sustainable opportunities for entrepreneurs throughout New York City and the surrounding region.

EVENT DETAILS

WHAT: New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

Soft Launch & Upscale Networking Event

DATE:
Tuesday, September 1, 2026

TIME:
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

LOCATION:
Fogo de Chão
92-50 59th Avenue
Elmhurst, Queens, NY 11373

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Small business owners, minority entrepreneurs, professionals, corporations, government representatives, financial institutions, nonprofit leaders, community organizations, procurement professionals and supporters of minority business development.

MEMBERSHIP IS NOW OPEN

As part of its launch, the New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is now welcoming new members.

Entrepreneurs and organizations interested in becoming part of the Chamber's growing network are encouraged to attend the September 1 event, learn more about the organization's mission and explore opportunities to participate in future programs, networking events, business development initiatives and strategic partnerships.

NYCMSBCC — "NYC's Voice for Minority Small Business."

Media & Membership Inquiries

For information about the soft launch, membership, partnerships or being added to the Chamber's email list, contact:

New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
Email: NYCMSBCC@gmail.com

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