Member Committees
Please contact Josephine Carter, Manager of Committees for useful information regarding our committees and how to be a part of them committee@queensblackchamber.nyc We'll be happy to have you.
Queens Black Chamber of Commerce Committee List
Membership & Outreach Committee
Focused on recruiting new members, onboarding, retention, and community engagement.
Please contact committee@queensblackchamber.nyc
Economic Development & Policy Committee
Advocates for equitable business policies, government contracting, and economic growth initiatives.
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Programs & Events Committee
Plans mixers, expos, workshops, webinars, and support mob events.
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Business Resource & Referral Committee
Manages the resource hub, connects members with vetted professionals, and curates the referral directory.
Committee Chair: Josephine Carter JCarter@QueensBlackChamber.nyc
Marketing & Communications Committee
Oversees branding, social media, newsletters, press releases, and public relations.
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Finance & Fundraising Committee
Manages budgeting, fundraising campaigns, sponsorships, and grant opportunities.
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Education & Mentorship Committee
Develops workshops, mentorship programs, youth outreach, and professional development resources.
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Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorship Committee
Builds relationships with corporate sponsors, partners, and major donors.
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Community Advocacy & Social Justice Committee
Focused on local business advocacy, racial equity, and economic justice initiatives.
Committee Chair: Niccol Gordon NGordon@QueensBlackChamber.nyc
Queens Community Voice Initiative
A joint effort by the Public Safety & Quality of Life Committee and the Government Affairs & Advocacy Committee (Gives residents and local business owners a formal platform to share their neighborhood concerns - from potholes, flooding, and street light outages to speeding, safety, sanitation, and infrastructure issues. This program serves as a bridge between the people of Queens and local government, ensuring that every voice is heard and every issue is acknowledged.
Committee Chair: Niccol Gordon NGordon@QueensBlackChamber.nyc
Board Development & Governance Committee
Handles board recruitment, training, and organizational governance compliance.
Please contact committee@queensblackchamber.nyc
Government Affairs & Advocacy Committee
Focuses on lobbying, policy recommendations, civic partnerships, and political engagement.
Committee Chair: Jabari Bell JBell@QueensBlackChamber.nyc
Small Business Development Committee
Focused on member business growth, technical assistance, workshops, and grant navigation.
Committee Chair: Ashley Jones AJones@QueensBlackChamber.nyc
Supplier Diversity & Procurement Committee
Helps members access city, state, and federal contracts as MWBEs or minority-owned businesses.
Please contact committee@queensblackchamber.nyc
Youth & Entrepreneurship Committee
Targets youth mentorship, teen entrepreneur programs, and high school partnerships.
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Workforce Development & Training Committee
Works on job fairs, partnerships with community colleges, certifications, and employment pipelines.
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Women in Business Committee
Dedicated space for women-led businesses, leadership development, and equity initiatives.
Committee Chair: Niccol Gordon NGordon@QueensBlackChamber.nyc
Legacy Builders Committee
Focused on wealth building, real estate ownership, trusts, and generational planning.
Committee Chair: Niccol Gordon NGordon@QueensBlackChamber.nyc
Faith & Business Committee
Bridging Black faith institutions with Black-owned businesses — connecting congregations and commerce.
Committee Chair: D Hamilton DHamilton@QueensBlackChamber.nyc
Public Safety & Quality of Life Committee
Focused on issues like community cleanliness, crime prevention, and safety advocacy.
Please contact committee@queensblackchamber.nyc
Arts, Culture, and Tourism Committee
For Black creatives, hospitality businesses, and tourism development.
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Real Estate Committee
Dedicated to providing resources, education, and trusted connections to help Black Queens residents, business owners, and investors navigate real estate ownership, investment, and development opportunities.
Committee Chair: Jabari Bell JBell@QueensBlackChamber.nyc
