Greater Augusta Black Chamber of Commerce host business expo

AUGUSTA, Ga (WFXG) – Might is named Nationwide Small Enterprise Month. As we speak, the Higher Augusta Black Chamber of Commerce (GABCC) hosted its Black Enterprise Expo.

Small companies gathered at Augusta Technical School for this occasion. Each bought merchandise to individuals stopping by to help them. 

“That is the first-ever black expo hosted by the neighborhood affairs committee,” says Ronic West, GABCC President.

The GABCC says it is dedicated to constructing and supporting small companies that empower our neighborhood. This expo is an instance of that mission – giving small companies a chance to community and meet new clients.

Demetrice Johnson owns Beverly’s Physique Butter. She tells FOX54 that she named her enterprise after her mom.

“After I was a child, she used to at all times make me put on Vaseline and pores and skin so delicate, I hated it,” shares Johnson.

Enterprise homeowners had been additionally in a position to take part in a pre-pitch competitors. The objective is to assist put together them for an additional pitch competitors in November. 

The winner will get a money prize to assist their enterprise. Judges listened to pitches, requested questions, and scored every enterprise pitch. 

Karlton Meadows received first place by lower than some extent. 

Ronic West tells FOX54 that this occasion was an incredible technique to finish small enterprise week.