Empowering Black Entrepreneurs

The Black Business Association of Oregon Fosters Equity, Growth, and Community.

BBAO, Empowering Black Entrepreneurs

About BBAO

Black Business Association of Oregon (BBAO) is a nonprofit / economic development organization in Oregon.

Our mission and work center on supporting Black‐owned businesses, advancing economic equity for Black Oregonians, and creating infrastructure and resources to help Black entrepreneurs thrive.

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BBAO Mission

The Black Business Association of Oregon (BBAO) empowers Black-owned businesses to grow, lead, and thrive by championing economic equity and promoting sustainable policies. Through strategic partnerships, bold advocacy, and culturally responsive approaches across business, education, workforce, and community development, we drive lasting, systemic changes throughout Oregon.

Equity, Growth, Community.

The Black Business Association of Oregon is here to help your business grow, lead, and thrive.

Support Black-owned businesses to grow, lead, and thrive.

Advancing economic equity for Black Oregonians.

Creating infrastructure, opportunities and resources.

Championing economic equity and promoting sustainable policies.

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Mission

Investing in the Black Business Association of Oregon is a unique opportunity to support Black-owned businesses, promote economic equity for Black Oregonians, and build the infrastructure and resources needed for Black entrepreneurs to thrive.