Join us for Power Hour on Thursday, October 18th for an evening session dedicated to meaningful connections, professional growth, and community celebration. This month’s event features two distinguished speakers making an impact in the community: Karine Sokpoh, CEO of the Midlands African Chamber and President of the MAC Foundation, will share insights on the upcoming MAC Gratitude Gala as a celebration of unity and shared success. John Ouedraogo, Chair of the MAC Global Trade Mission Committee and an experienced realtor, will discuss the International Agribusiness and Manufacturing Fair (IAMF) and its vital role in strengthening trade partnerships and advancing economic growth between the U.S. and West Africa. Engage with visionary leaders, expand your network, and be part of conversations that inspire impact and collaboration. Thursday, October 18th Time: 5:30 P.M. CDT Location: Facebook Live #PowerUp #PowerHour #MidlandsAfricanChamber #GratitudeGala #AttitudeofGratitude #GlobalTrade #IAM-Fair #EconomicGrowth
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We need volunteers to help with our annual fundraising event: the Gratitude Gala! The Gratitude Gala plays an important role in funding several programs and events hosted by MAC, including Suit Up, Rising CEOs, Umoja Forums, Pitch Black, and more. Go to fundmac.org or scan the QR code to sign up! #MidlandsAfricanChamber #ConnectEmpowerChampion #JointheTribe #FundMAC #ConnectWithMAC #AttitudeofGratitude #MACFoundation #LegacyofLiberation #GratitudeGala
The Midlands African Chamber (MAC) is thrilled to announce that applications for Pitch Black 2026 are officially OPEN until December 5, 2025! This premier business conference, expo, and pitch competition celebrates innovation and entrepreneurship across Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, and Minnesota. 💡 Entrepreneurs with for-profit businesses can compete for up to $15,000 in cash prizes 💵 and the chance to connect with investors, mentors, and industry leaders. 🌍 Join a powerful community of changemakers and visionaries shaping the future of business in the Midwest. Apply today and take your vision to the next level! 🌟 👉 Apply now at https://lnkd.in/gsYQjRPH #PitchBlack2026 #MidlandsAfricanChamber #JoinTheTribe #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #SmallBusiness #MidwestBusiness
Network with us! Attend our Roll Call event at the Rib Shack Smokehouse on 10.8.25 to discuss From Virtual Culture to Real Prosperity for Nebraska and Africa with Fatou Sogoyou, CEO of Finally Voyage, and Djifa Gnonouglo, CEO of EZVŌY. RSVP and we will see you there! #MidlandsAfricanChamber #networking #macrollcall #jointhetribe #entrepreneurship #macconnects
Join the Midlands African Chamber and the MAC Foundation on November 22 at the MCC Institute for Culinary Arts – Fort Omaha Campus for an evening of purpose, pride, and powerful storytelling under the theme: “A Legacy of Liberation: From Civil Rights to Entrepreneurship.” ✨ Ticket Pricing: 💎 $125 Members 💎 $135 Non-Members This isn’t just a Gala—it’s an investment in the future! Each ticket helps empower the next generation of Black entrepreneurs through scholarships, mentorship, and community-building programs such as Suit Up, Rising CEOs, Umoja Forums, Pitch Black, and the MAC Xcelerator. 🎟️ The date of the Gratitude Gala is approaching quickly, so secure your tickets today at fundmac.org #MACFoundation #FundMAC #AttitudeOfGratitude #JoinTheTribe #MidlandsAfricanChamber #GratitudeGala2025 #LegacyOfLiberation #BlackExcellence
Our CEO, Karine Sokpoh, and our Global Trade Committee Chair, John Ouedraogo, proudly represented the Midlands African Chamber, Inc. and connected with partners from across the world at the Atlanta Black Chambers Global Opportunities Committee's Go Global Conference in Atlanta this week — from Colombia, Guyana, the UK, Kenya, and beyond. 🌍 Karine brought her expertise to the Negotiation & Deal Making Panel, sharing valuable insights on the importance of building trust and knowing your numbers when navigating global business opportunities. A huge thank you to Ricardo Berris for your leadership and tireless work in bringing together such a dynamic and impactful event. We’re excited for the conversations and opportunities still to come! #GoGlobalConference #GlobalTrade #Atlanta #Networking #BusinessWithoutBorders
Congratulations to Martha Sonia Londoño Mejia on the groundbreaking of the South Omaha Global Market, a transformative food-focused project powered by a $5.8 million state grant through the North & South Omaha Recovery Grant program. This 16,500-square-foot development will feature a commercial kitchen 👩🍳, vendor stalls 🛍️, food trucks 🚚, and event space 🎉—creating a new destination for culture, business, and community growth. With support from state, city, and county leaders, the Global Market represents not just economic recovery but also a celebration of the immigrant communities that define South Omaha. The Midlands African Chamber (MAC) was proud to be present to celebrate this milestone with you and look forward to the market opening its doors in 2026 as a hub for food, entrepreneurship, and connection. ✨ #SouthOmaha #GlobalMarket #MidlandsAfricanChamber #JoinTheTribe
The Midlands African Chamber (MAC) was honored to take part in the Generations of Change “Lighting the Torch” Dinner ✨, Code Black Tech’s signature fundraising celebration. This inspiring evening 🎉 celebrated achievements in tech 💻 across generations and highlighted a shared vision for equity, innovation, and opportunity. Proceeds from the event support Code Black Tech’s vital programs career pathways 📈, certification support 📚, and mentorship 🤝 equipping professionals to launch successful careers in technology. We’re proud to stand alongside Code Black Tech in advancing a future where every generation has the tools and opportunities to thrive in tech. 💡🌍 #GenerationsOfChange #TechEquity #MidlandsAfricanChamber #JoinTheTribe
Congratulations to Ian Vickers and his team for a successful Global Partners in Hope (GPiH) Luncheon Gala! The Midlands African Chamber (MAC) is proud to support the work you’re doing to save the lives of mothers and babies in Togo, Mali and Benin. Together, we can help expand access to healthcare and bring hope where it’s needed most. 💙 Support the mission here 👉 https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E113652&id=76 Let’s continue to uplift communities globally. ✨ #MidlandsAfricanChamber #GlobalImpact #HopeInAction #GlobalPartnersInHope
