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YOUR EXPERTISE
The Central Ohio African American Chamber of Commerce is here to grow African American owned & controlled businesses in Central Ohio. Members of this Chamber are granted benefits that do one of three things:
  1. Grows your company - through business development coaching and workshops.
  2. Provides access to direct contract or capital opportunities - contact the Chamber for details.
  3. Amplifies your voice - let us speak for you and make sure your needs are heard and understood.

COAACC wants to help you and your business succeed.  Becoming a member of COAACC is the best way to experience all the networking and marketing that Central Ohio has to offer.  As a member of COAACC, you'll receive benefits we hope you will appreciate.  They include:

  • Growing your business through training opportunities and referrals to take you to the highest level possible.
  • Access to meaningful streams of capital through coordination of outreach, awareness of financial products, and through referrals to financial institutions.
  • Access to greater sales and contracting opportunities through placement in our Directory and by direct referrals.
  • Overall savings to your bottom line through access to business discounts.
  • Being an advocate for your business, promoting legislation and initiatives that promote the growth of your enterprise.


SMALL BUSINESS

Small Businesses get started with COAACC as Copper (monthly) or Bronze (annual) members and receive the following benefits with membership:

  • Promoted listing on GoAllBlack.com (if you receive a renewal request, complete the annual renewal and use discount code CB2022)
  • Free Access to U.S. Black Chambers ByBlack Certification and Workshops
  • Free Access to The Grant Portal: a database that aggregates grant listings for nonprofits and small businesses. For credentials, email us for details.
  • Endorsement for a Kiva no-interest loan (by application)
  • Access to Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield SOCA benefit plan and the Anthem Chamber Saver health care plan: We know your priority is to make the most of your company's health benefit dollars, especially during a tough economy. That's why we've made it our business to offer your business a wide portfolio of affordable plan options. As a chamber member with 2-99 employees (without current Anthem Insurance), you will have access of up to a 1.4% savings on any Anthem group health insurance plan through premium tax credit savings. Contact SOCA Benefit Plan Admin - (513) 452-5103, info@joinsoca.com
  • 26% off services from Fortis Cyber Solutions: Discounted access to Cybersecurity expertise to help protect your organization from the financial and reputational losses experienced when data breaches and system outages occur. Details.
  • Magai - “Your Unfair Advantage: All the AI in One Place.” Get 10% off for LIFE using coupon code SOCA10. Details.
  • 10% off purchase at JPS Print Shop (use code AACC10) online or call (614) 235-8947
  • SOCA Pooled Employer Plan: Retirement plans through a Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). In a PEP, employers of all sizes, industries, locations etc. can join together to offer benefits. For more information contact The Newport Group, the SOCA Pooled Plan Provider (PPP) - Dale Essenmacher, 248- 212-3223 or dale.essenmacher@newportgroup.com
  • Free Prescription Savings Card
  • Discounts and Incentives from Community Energy Advisors. Community Energy Advisors (CEA) is a Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) certified energy management firm that educates and empowers organizations to maximize the economics of their energy assets. By staying one step ahead of changes in the energy industry and utilizing analytics, advanced tariff modeling and reporting, CEA delivers a multitude of energy management solutions that positively impact customers’ bills. Contact Rick Davidson with any questions, 330-416-6331, rdavidson@ceateam.com.
  • Discounts on FedEx Shipping with PartnerShip: Chamber members have access to two shipping savings benefits to fit their shipping needs: exclusive FedEx discounts (25%-45% off!) available through the FedEx Advantage program and freight savings with competitive carriers through PartnerShip. Existing FedEx customers can connect your account to access the discount! Contact Harry L. Centa to enroll, hcenta@partnership.com, 800-599-2902
  • Up to 25% off your subscription with Constant Contact - New Users, visit: http://bit.ly/COAACCSignUp. Existing Users, email us for details.

SMALL NON-PROFIT

Small Non-Profit Members receive the following benefits with membership:

  • Promoted listing on GoAllBlack.com (if you receive a renewal request, complete the annual renewal and use discount code CB2022)
  • Free Access to U.S. Black Chambers ByBlack Certification and Workshops
  • Free Access to The Grant Portal: a database that aggregates grant listings for nonprofits and small businesses. For credentials, email us for details.
  • Endorsement for a Kiva no-interest loan (by application)
  • Access to Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield SOCA benefit plan and the Anthem Chamber Saver health care plan: We know your priority is to make the most of your company's health benefit dollars, especially during a tough economy. That's why we've made it our business to offer your business a wide portfolio of affordable plan options. As a chamber member with 2-99 employees (without current Anthem Insurance), you will have access of up to a 1.4% savings on any Anthem group health insurance plan through premium tax credit savings. Contact SOCA Benefit Plan Admin - (513) 452-5103, info@joinsoca.com
  • 26% off services from Fortis Cyber Solutions: Discounted access to Cybersecurity expertise to help protect your organization from the financial and reputational losses experienced when data breaches and system outages occur. Details.
  • Magai: “Your Unfair Advantage: All the AI in One Place.” Get 10% off for LIFE using coupon code SOCA10. Details.
  • 20% off purchase at JPS Print Shop (use code AACC10) online or call (614) 235-8947
  • SOCA Pooled Employer Plan: Retirement plans through a Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). In a PEP, employers of all sizes, industries, locations etc. can join together to offer benefits. For more information contact The Newport Group, the SOCA Pooled Plan Provider (PPP) - Dale Essenmacher, 248- 212-3223 or dale.essenmacher@newportgroup.com
  • Free Prescription Savings Card
  • Discounts and Incentives from Community Energy Advisors. Community Energy Advisors (CEA) is a Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) certified energy management firm that educates and empowers organizations to maximize the economics of their energy assets. By staying one step ahead of changes in the energy industry and utilizing analytics, advanced tariff modeling and reporting, CEA delivers a multitude of energy management solutions that positively impact customers’ bills. Contact Rick Davidson with any questions, 330-416-6331, rdavidson@ceateam.com.
  • Discounts on FedEx Shipping with PartnerShip: Chamber members have access to two shipping savings benefits to fit their shipping needs: exclusive FedEx discounts (25%-45% off!) available through the FedEx Advantage program and freight savings with competitive carriers through PartnerShip. Existing FedEx customers can connect your account to access the discount! Contact Harry L. Centa to enroll, hcenta@partnership.com, 800-599-2902
  • Up to 25% off your subscription with Constant Contact - New Users, visit: http://bit.ly/COAACCSignUp. Existing Users, email us for details.


Would you like additional support from COAACC? Consider the following levels:

  • Silver: receive all small business benefits, plus Four (4) hours of one-on-one business development per year.
  • Gold: receive all small business, plus 10% Discount on COAACC ticketed events and eight (8) hours of one-on-one business development per year.
  • Platinum: receive all small business, plus 20% Discount on COAACC ticketed events, Four (4) facilitated introductions per year, and eight (8) hours of one-on-one business development per year.


CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP

Large Non-profits and Corporate Partners make our work and the work easier! 


COAACC Partners receive the following benefits:


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