Quality Growth

• Support local chapters to recruit officers and members

  Grow Black Connect’s footprint through a multifaceted expansion strategy while sustaining it by measuring and improving upon both individual member and chapter experiences

  Create a membership experience that includes access to resources, personal and professional development, and the opportunity to build a network

Small Business/Entrepreneur Development

• Leverage all available resources to positively contribute to the development of Black start-ups and small businesses

  Enrich Black Connect’s programs, tools, and services to reach more businesses and produce a greater impact

  Integrate Black Connect’s vision and mission into our technology platform, Blackconnect.com, to increase engagement and provide additional tools and resources for members.

Chapter Development

• Support chapters in achieving operational excellence through effective communication, officer resources, and ongoing training

• Improve chapters’ ability to effectively self-govern through emphasis on individual accountability

Intern & Volunteer Engagement

• Cultivate, recruit, and develop college interns and volunteers to support the mission of the organization

• Strengthen strategic communication with colleges and universities to increase awareness and support of Black Connect and chapter initiatives

Asset Development

• Increase capital & operational resources while ensuring the financial viability of the organization

• Invest in recruitment, training, and education for the professional staff

Community & Corporate Relations

• Strengthen Black Connect’s relationships with communities and corporations

• Support corporations’ strategic diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives through sustained meaningful engagement where purpose and objectives are aligned.

• Encourage meaningful engagement in the organization’s programs, events, and initiatives

• Strengthen communication opportunities and engagement points with communities and corporations

• Expand the services to corporate and non-profit members of Black Connect to the benefit of the larger community