Who We Are
The African Chamber of Commerce St. Louis (ACCSTL) is a St. Louis-based not-for-profit corporation founded in 2017 to develop African Professionals and business owners in the St. Louis area. The ACCSTL was founded by economic and community development professionals who saw the opportunity to grow the St. Louis business environment through relationships and investment in the African immigrant community. Through networking, advocacy, and educational initiatives, we strive to create a thriving ecosystem that supports the growth and success of African-owned enterprises.
Our Mission:
To cultivate a robust network comprising professionals, business owners, and individuals actively involved in business. We aim to drive economic development, not only in the St. Louis Region but also across the entirety of Africa.
Our Vision:
To become the primary resource center and leading advocate for African business professionals and entrepreneurs in local, national, and international markets.
Our Objectives:
Facilitating the establishment of contacts and providing forums for the exchange of information and ideas within the business community.
Advancing entrepreneurial and professional development among our members.
Promoting and fostering bilateral trade and investment relationships between businesses in the St. Louis metropolitan region and Africa.
How we see it...
"There is another world of wealth and commerce happening in Africa which we believe St. Louis can leverage for its own growth through trade and investment"— Segun Babalola, Co-Founder.
