Doing It the ABL Way

Goals

• To implement programs that promote increased access to business opportunities and capital.
• To encourage the support and patronage of businesses owned by African Americans.
• To implement programs that promote the development of African American businesses and entrepreneurship.
• To develop and implement policy and legislative initiatives that support African-American businesses.

Benefits

• Affiliation with a professional minority business development organization that advocates on behalf of minority businesses.
• Business or individual listing in ABL’s Annual Membership Directory.
• Business referrals and technical assistance.
• Networking opportunities and expansion of business resources during membership meetings and special events.
• Shaping the Future Quarterly newsletter with information for and about member businesses.
• Educational training opportunities for business owners and staff.
• Use of information clearinghouse.
• Marketing of member businesses via the ABL website.
• Special discounts and more.