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.
Economic Development & Policy Committee
Advocates for equitable business policies, government contracting, and economic growth initiatives.
Programs & Events Committee
Plans mixers, expos, workshops, webinars, and support mob events.
Business Resource & Referral Committee
Manages the resource hub, connects members with vetted professionals, and curates the referral directory.
Marketing & Communications Committee
Oversees branding, social media, newsletters, press releases, and public relations.
Finance & Fundraising Committee
Manages budgeting, fundraising campaigns, sponsorships, and grant opportunities.
Education & Mentorship Committee
Develops workshops, mentorship programs, youth outreach, and professional development resources.
Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorship Committee
Builds relationships with corporate sponsors, partners, and major donors.
Community Advocacy & Social Justice Committee
Focused on local business advocacy, racial equity, and economic justice initiatives.
Board Development & Governance Committee
Handles board recruitment, training, and organizational governance compliance.
Government Affairs & Advocacy Committee
Focuses on lobbying, policy recommendations, civic partnerships, and political engagement.
Small Business Development Committee
Focused on member business growth, technical assistance, workshops, and grant navigation.
Supplier Diversity & Procurement Committee
Helps members access city, state, and federal contracts as MWBEs or minority-owned businesses.
Youth & Entrepreneurship Committee
Targets youth mentorship, teen entrepreneur programs, and high school partnerships.
Workforce Development & Training Committee
Works on job fairs, partnerships with community colleges, certifications, and employment pipelines.
Women in Business Committee
Dedicated space for women-led businesses, leadership development, and equity initiatives.
Legacy Builders Committee
Focused on wealth building, real estate ownership, trusts, and generational planning.
Faith & Business Committee
Bridging Black faith institutions with Black-owned businesses — connecting congregations and commerce.
Public Safety & Quality of Life Committee
Focused on issues like community cleanliness, crime prevention, and safety advocacy.
Arts, Culture, and Tourism Committee
For Black creatives, hospitality businesses, and tourism development.
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.