Diversity
We inspire diversity, equity and inclusion.
Innovation
We innovate and drive support for prosperous Black-owned businesses.
Value-Add
We consistently add value to our members at all levels.
Best Practices
We explore and implement best practices.
Leadership
We lead by example.
Endorsements That Shine What people say about us
“The Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce always puts the success of its members foremost in all their decisions because they know their members’ success translates into the success of the entire community
Christine D. Miktarian, P.E.
State Center Community College District
“The Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce is a strong force for the Fresno community and we’re committed to working with them to catalyze inclusive growth through collaboration with local organizations, such as our $5 million investment to help improve economic activity in the most disinvested areas. We’re proud to continue working with the chamber and find more opportunities to engage with and support local Black entrepreneurs in Fresno
Vera Moore
JPMorgan Chase
“The Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce is an invaluable resource we turn to when we are planning our business advocacy strategy. The chamber has its finger on the pulse of the community and its needs, and we take what we learn from their example to better serve our members
Clint Olivier
BizFed Central Valley
“From hands-on training, access to capital and back office support for small businesses to broadly lifting up Fresno’s Black and African American community, the Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce shows us all what it looks like to lead and champion the cause of improving our city
Ashley Swearengin
Central Valley Community Foundation
“The chamber is an integral part of the regional small business ecosystem and a valued partner in facilitating capital to Black businesses
Tate Hill
Access + Capital
“It’s been said that good people with good intentions make good policy possible and much of what Transform Fresno will accomplish through our Transformative Climate Communities grant would not have been possible without the support of the good people at the Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce
Courtney Espinoza
Transform Fresno
Our Mission
We advance the interests of the Black business community by delivering value-added services and opportunities to our members and the community at-large.
Our Vision
We envision an open, thriving market without social, economic or political barriers to the financial success of Black-owned businesses. We also see a Central Valley where sustainable Black-owned businesses thrive, quality jobs are created and millionaires are made.
Driving Impact Board Members
Executive Director & CEO Dr. Cassandra Little Ph.D.
Board President James Archie
Vice President Debra Bradley
Board Secretary Corey Jackson
Board Treasurer James Lane
Member-At-Large Dr. Monique Bell
Member-At-Large Dr. Tiffany White
Member-At-Large Mike Quik
Dynamic Synergy Squad Meet Our Staff
Dr. Cassandra Little Ph.D.
Chief Executive Officer
Richard “Rick” Keyes
Director of Small Business Development and Membership
rick@fmbcc.com
Shatera Sangster
Marketing Director
shatera@fmbcc.com
Eric Spikes
Mobility Hub Director
eric@fmbcc.com
eric@fmbcc.com
Brittany Carpenter
Director of Innovation & Sustainability
brittany@fmbcc.com
Laura Pano
Capital Access Manager
laura@fmbcc.com
Terry Myers
FRIENDS Program Manager
tmyers@fmbcc.com
Anita Pano
BTAC Program Manager
ana@fmbcc.com
Timothy “TJ” Young
Biz-Werx Customer Support
timothy@fmbcc.com
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