Build Wealth. Build Power. Build Together.
MAC connects you to capital, high-value relationships, and strategic coaching so your business doesn’t just survive: it scales.
- Access funding.
- Secure contracts
- Grow your influence.
- Accelerate your revenue.
This is where serious entrepreneurs come to grow.
Welcome to the MAC Chamber
We connect, empower, and champion businesses.
Founded in 2020, the MAC Chamber is a membership-based organization that exists to enhance the robust African and African American business climate in Nebraska and across the Midwest. All benefits, programs, and events of the Chamber are designed to give businesses the opportunity to make or save money, acquire knowledge and skills to help grow a network of successful entrepreneurs.
What we do
The MAC Chamber advocates for and represents the business interests and issues affecting the African and African American communities in Nebraska and the Midwest.
Advocacy & Support
Promotional Opportunities
News & Updates
Build the business. Understand the numbers. Power Hour is bringing real insight with Kiley Phelps on the Economics of a Small Business, because guessing isn’t a strategy. Join us live and level up. #MACChamber #PowerHour #culturecapitalchange #smallbusiness #entrepreneurship #businessstrategy #SBDC #omahaevents
🌍 Global trade is changing, and Nebraska has an important role to play. MAC Chamber, formerly Midlands African Chamber, Inc., was in attendance at the MITA 2026 World Trade Conference, where leaders, policymakers, trade professionals, logistics experts, bankers, and business owners gathered to discuss the future of international trade, supply chains, tariffs, AI, agriculture, and global partnerships. One key takeaway: trade is no longer just about efficiency. It is about resilience, trust, strategy, technology, and preparedness. 💡 For MAC Chamber, this conversation reinforces the importance of helping entrepreneurs and underrepresented businesses prepare for global markets, build strategic partnerships, and participate in the international economy. Nebraska has a powerful story to tell in agriculture, logistics, innovation, energy, food systems, and entrepreneurship. Now is the time to make sure more local businesses are equipped to grow beyond borders. 🚀 #MACChamber #MITA2026 #WorldTradeConference #GlobalTrade #InternationalBusiness #NebraskaBusiness #EconomicDevelopment #Entrepreneurship #TradeAndInvestment #BusinessGrowth #MidwestAdvantage
We’re grateful to Nebraska Enterprise Fund for hosting and inviting MAC Chamber to be part of the Small Business Resource Fair yesterday evening. It was an incredible opportunity to connect with entrepreneurs, share resources, and support the continued growth of our local business community. We appreciate the work being done to uplift small businesses and create pathways for success. #thankyounebraskaenterprisefund #resourcefair #omahaevents #macchamber #jointhetribe #entrepreneurship
We’re building the next generation of leaders, innovators, and CEOs. Rising CEOs is designed to empower young people, especially those from underserved communities, with the skills, mentorship, and confidence to succeed in business and beyond. Your story matters. Your ideas matter. Your future matters. Apply now: https://fundmac.org/rising-ceos-application-form/ #RepresentationMatters #YoungEntrepreneurs #LeadershipDevelopment #RisingCEOs #macchamber #macfoundation #entrepreneurship
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You can’t scale what you don’t understand. Join us for Power Hour and learn how to approach your business finances with clarity and strategy. Featuring Kiley Phelps on the *Economics of a Small Business.* Tap in. #MACChamber #PowerHour #culturecapitalchange #businessgrowth #entrepreneurship #smallbiz #omahaevents #SBDC
What our members are saying
I am glad to be a member of this great organization. They work hard to elevate your business. I have been accepted into the Fall 2024 Cohort “One Million Black Women: Black in Business program”. Thank you to the CEO karine Sokpoh who is very informative !
I don’t think it was a flute that I found the Midlands African Chamber. They put great effort into marketing themselves within the community. As an organization their missions involves helping BIPOC and immigrants by offering education, networking opportunities, mentorship, and more. I’ve been actively involved with their programs for “only” 6 months and I’ve gotten rewarded so much more than I would’ve expected. If you fit their target demographic, definitely give them a chance and check out what they can offer you!
The Midlands African Chamber is the organization that helped me building stronger connexions and more visibility for my real estate business. The MAC provides many resources, useful for businesses and individuals. I recommend to join the Midlands African Chamber, today!
We have been able to access great networking events to grow our business. I would recommend you joining!
MAC Foundation
The MAC Foundation is the fundraising arm of the MAC Chamber organized as a 501(c)(3) corporation exclusively for charitable, educational, and cultural purposes in the state of Nebraska.
The Foundation provides a mechanism to establish, administer and finance programs that enhance the robust African and African American communities’ crucial needs, in line with the goals of the MAC Chamber.
If you have any questions about the Foundation or would like to discuss ways in which you can become involved in its work, please contact us.
MAC Programs and Initiatives
MAC Xcelerator
The MAC Xcelerator (MAC-X) is an enterprise accelerator program aimed at supporting BIPOC-led startups and small businesses in Nebraska and the Midlands. It focuses on empowering Black business leaders with solutions that address community needs and promote sustainable growth. The program is held twice a year, in Fall and Spring, offering participants financial incentives and the option to apply for the Pitch Black competition. Graduates of MAC-X can receive up to $1,000 in seed funding.
Pitch Black
Pitch Black is a Midwest conference designed to boost entrepreneurship in diverse communities. It features prominent speakers, a business expo, and a pitch competition for BIPOC, immigrant, and refugee entrepreneurs. Participants compete for a grand prize of up to $15,000 and in-kind support exceeding $40,000. This support includes essential services like marketing, legal, and accounting to help grow their ventures.
Suit Up Program
The Midlands African Chamber’s Suit Up Program aims to empower young men and women to achieve economic independence. It offers support through professional attire, headshots, and job readiness training. The program focuses on at-risk teens and young adults in Black, Brown, immigrant, and refugee communities. Its goal is to inspire and build a pipeline of future minority entrepreneurs.
Rising CEOs
Rising CEOs is a Leadership and Entrepreneurship program funded by the Omaha Community Foundation, Sherwood Foundation, and Weitz Foundation. It aims to nurture entrepreneurial spirit, technology, and leadership skills among at-risk black and brown youth aged 14 to 19. The program focuses on creating opportunities for teens from immigrant, refugee, and minority communities. Its goal is to inspire and develop the next generation of minority entrepreneurs.
Members Emergency Fund
Our mission is to connect, empower, and support black businesses through unity and collaboration. The MAC Emergency Fund reflects our commitment to standing by our members during challenging times. We understand that unforeseen events can threaten business stability. Our goal is to provide the resources and support needed to help members maintain their operations.
Scholarship Fund
The MAC Foundation Scholarships support Black, refugee, and immigrant high school seniors and college students pursuing Accounting, Finance, Law, and STEM fields. The scholarship application is now open, aiming to alleviate financial pressure for deserving students. Each recipient can receive a one-time $1,000 scholarship for tuition and books. The program seeks to reward students who show strong dedication to their studies and passion for their chosen disciplines.
Contractors Connect
Contractors Connect is a quarterly luncheon initiative by the Midlands African Chamber, Inc. (MAC), aimed at fostering growth and providing valuable resources to underserved and minority-owned contractors. This program serves as a dynamic platform for minority contractors to connect with larger general contractors, gain access to vital industry resources, and explore potential opportunities.
Trade Mission
Postponed
The MAC Chamber mission trade offers US-based businesses a unique opportunity to explore key markets in West Africa, build international connections, and uncover new opportunities for growth. The mission will focus on high-growth economic hubs in Ghana, Burkina Faso, and Togo. Participants will engage in pre-arranged one-on-one business meetings with potential partners, distributors, and clients and visits to iconic sites such as Elmina Castle in Ghana and Togo’s Grand Marché, enhancing both business prospects and cultural understanding.
Upcoming Events
May 2026
June 2026
MAC Roll Call | From Culinary Roots to Economic Freedom
July 2026
Taste of the Midwest Culinary Road Trip
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