Events Coming Up
Upcoming events.
African Chamber Gala
St. Louis Africans Diaspora Rising; It Time for Africa!
On Thursday, April 3, 2025, the African Chamber of Commerce of St. Louis will host its Annual Fundraiser Gala in St. Louis, MO. This highly anticipated event celebrates the vibrant African business community in the region and serves as the Chamber’s largest and most publicized event of the year.
Now in its second year since the Chamber's establishment in 2017, the African Chamber of Commerce was founded by economic and community development professionals committed to fostering relationships and investments within the African immigrant community to grow St. Louis’s business environment.
This year’s Gala theme, “St. Louis Africans Rising; Its time for Africa” will highlight the Chamber’s origins, its impact on the St. Louis community, and the tremendous opportunities for collaboration and business development with African talent and markets. The evening will also feature a celebration of African culture, including delicious cuisine, engaging entertainment, and a showcase of our talented members.
Last year, the Gala attracted over 120 local elected officials, civic leaders, and business professionals, offering a dynamic platform for networking and building relationships. This year promises to be even more impactful, with over 200 guests expected. And we are excited to invite you to join us as a distinguished sponsor.
Holiday Party
We are excited to celebrate 2024 with you as we look back on all that we have done and look forward to all that we plan to accomplish in 2025.
Please join us at "Bliss", our new member restaurant!
Welcome to the U.S.A.-You're Hired! A Guide for Foreign-Born People Seeking Jobs
A conversation with Betsy Cohen, St. Louis Mosaic Project on how African immigrants can make themselves standout to get the jobs the deserve in USA. Learn more about Betsy Cohen here.
AFRICA DAY CELEBRATION AND CONFERENCE
Let's celebrate and discuss Africa's rich culture, heritage, and future at the Africa Day Celebration and Conference!
A Conversation With The Office Of US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
More information to come soon.
Education Series
Planning to join us on our October 2024 Safari Trip to Kenya? Please join us for this information series to learn more.
Saint Louis Senegal Sister City Meet & Greet
Join Saint Louis Senegal Sister City in celebration of African and African American cultures. Enjoy fellowship, refreshments, and photographs to commemorate 30 years of two cities working together to build a brighter future. Saint Louis, Missouri and Saint Louis, Senegal have more in common than a name! Here is a link to buy tickets
BUSINESS BANKING WORKSHOP ---April
Join us for the ACCSTL Business Banking Workshop. How Businesses Obtain Credit is the topic for December. Register here.
African Women in Healthcare Forum
In celebration of Women's History Month, the African Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce a Women's Healthcare Forum. This event is a tribute to the remarkable contributions of women, particularly Black immigrants, to the healthcare sector. Studies underscore the pivotal role Black immigrants play in healthcare, with over 560,000 actively engaged in the field in 2018. Remarkably, these dedicated individuals constituted 3.4 percent of all healthcare workers, a figure nearly three times their representation in the broader U.S. population. Join us as we honor and recognize the invaluable impact of these trailblazing women in shaping the healthcare landscape.
Connecting International Trade between St. Louis and Africa
Join us for our March Education Series, "Connecting International Trade between St. Louis and Africa," featuring two successful entrepreneurs, Zellipa Githui, founder of Gitzell FairTrade, and Terry Tatum, CEO of Utenzi Global, as they share insights into their journeys of trading with Africa and impacting communities on the continent.
Business Women's Brunch
Connect with African and African American women at the St. Louis Women's Brunch hosted by the African Chamber of Commerce.
ACCSTL President on a “Catalyzing Prosperity: A Discussion with Ethnic Chambers of Commerce Leaders On How They Fuel St. Louis’ Economy” STL 101 Panel
Explore the transformative impact of St. Louis' ethnic chambers of commerce in shaping the economy at our next STL 101 event, "Catalyzing Prosperity." The Leaders of the Chambers will give attendees a glimpse of how these chambers foster inclusivity, drive collaboration, and celebrate cultural diversity. They will also share some success stories of small businesses, and highlight the vital role these chambers play in fueling economic growth and empowering entrepreneurs. Join us for this discussion of how the region's ethnic Chambers are key ingredients in St. Louis' journey towards a resilient and prosperous future and learn how you can provide support.
Speakers
Martha Garcia Kampen
President and CEO,Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Metro
Jeff Wade
Executive Director,Asian American Chamber of Commerce of St. Louis
Dr. Linda Ogbah Faas
President, African Chamber of Commerce St. Louis
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