Say hello to Zuri & Me! 🎉 Creating satin-lined bonnets and headwear for everyone—designed to protect your hair, support your routine, and give you total peace of mind. Style meets comfort, and your crown stays cared for. Welcome to the tribe! #midlandsafricanchamber #jointhetribe #entrepreneurship #businessgrowth #omahabusiness #zuriandme
Yesterday, history was made. The Midlands African Chamber, Inc. hosted its first-ever Legislative Dinner, and it was a meaningful and successful evening. We extend our sincere thanks to Senator Merv Riepe, Senator Margo Juarez, and Senator Terrell McKinney for taking the time to join us outside the Capitol for an intentional, relationship-driven conversation. This dialogue reaffirmed our belief that regular engagement between policymakers and small business leaders—especially those from underserved communities—is critical to shaping a stronger, more inclusive Nebraska business ecosystem. Thank you to Rib Shack Smoke House for hosting us and providing outstanding food and hospitality. This is the beginning of an ongoing effort. #MACAdvocacy #LegislativeDinner #NebraskaPolicy #SmallBusinessVoices #BlackBusiness #InclusiveEconomy #CommunityLeadership #JoinTheTribe
Tonight marked a milestone for MAC as we hosted our first-ever Legislative Dinner at Rib Shack Smokehouse. We are deeply grateful to Senators McKinney, Juarez, and Riepe for joining us and for generously sharing their insights and perspectives with our members and board. Your engagement and openness made the evening both meaningful and impactful. A heartfelt thank-you to Jackie and Malcolm Robbins of Rib Shack Smokehouse for hosting us so generously. As MAC’s 2025 Small Business of the Year, your hospitality and excellence truly set the tone for the evening. Special thanks as well to Board VP of Advocacy Phil Bruce, and the entire MAC board and team for their leadership, vision, and hard work in making this event a success. This was more than a dinner—it was the beginning of deeper dialogue, stronger relationships, and continued advocacy for our members. #midlandsafricanchamber #JoinTheTribe #entrepreneurship #advocacy
Support the 2026 MAC Foundation Scholarship Drive! We’re excited to launch our fundraising campaign for the 2026 MAC Foundation Scholarship! Since 2023, your generous support has helped the MAC Foundation award 44 scholarships totaling $44,000 to high school and college students! Together, we have transformed lives and expanded opportunities for students from BIPOC, refugee, and immigrant backgrounds. Fund Mac In 2025 alone, we awarded 20 scholarships, and with your help, our goal for 2026 is to do the same again and award 20 more $1,000 scholarships to deserving students pursuing degrees in Accounting, Finance, Law, and STEM fields. Today, we are invite you to continue supporting scholars by: Donating any amount to our drive. No matter how small or how big, every gift matters! Giving a one-time donation or a recurring pledge! Gifts of any size are welcome and 100% tax-deductible! Please visit our website for more details on how you can continue supporting us in this endeavor: Fund Mac Donations: https://fundmac.org/mac-foundation-2025-scholarship-drive/ Fund Mac Pledge form & recurring gifts: https://fundmac.org/mac-foundation-scholarship-donors-pledge-form/ Fund Mac Your generosity helps fuel futures and empowers the next generation of leaders. Let’s make 2026 another year of opportunity! #MACFoundation #2026ScholarshipDrive #InvestInStudents #EducationMatters #SupportFutureLeaders
Join us for MAC Power Hour on January 15th! We’re excited to welcome Dao Starita, a Community Organizer at 1 Million Cups Lincoln as she presents on the 1 Million Cups Lincoln community. Dao will share how this dynamic network of local entrepreneurs fosters collaboration, learning, and how it’s helping businesses thrive in our community. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and gain insights to strengthen your entrepreneurial journey. Date: Wednesday, January 15th Time: 5:30pm Location: Facebook Live Watch live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AJXCmgAmm/ #PowerUp #PowerHour #MidlandsAfricanChamber
We’re kicking off 2026 with our first MAC Membership Meeting of the year 🎉🤝 Join us this Wednesday, January 7, for Onboarding & Orientation, where you’ll learn how to fully leverage your Midlands African Chamber, Inc. membership—benefits, programs, upcoming events, and how to stay engaged this year 🚀 📅 Wednesday, January 7 ⏰ 12:00 PM CT | 💻 Zoom 🔗 Join us: https://zoom.us/j/97721841705 Start the year informed, connected, and ready to grow with MAC. #MACMembers #MembershipMeeting #Onboarding #BusinessGrowth #BlackBusiness #StrongerTogether #JoinTheTribe #MidlandsAfricanChamber
Application Deadline Extended! This is your final opportunity! Due to strong interest, the MAC Xcelerator Program application deadline has been extended to January 14th but this extension will be the final opportunity to apply. MAC Xcelerator is designed to support early-stage, for-profit businesses through expert mentorship, business education, and access to a strong entrepreneurial support ecosystem. If you’re ready to strengthen your business foundation and accelerate your growth, now is the time to act. New Deadline: January 14 Apply now before spots fill: https://midlandsafricanchamber.com/mac-xcelerator-program-application-for-admission/ Don’t wait until the last minute! Applications are reviewed competitively, and time is running out. Apply today and take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey. Elisha Suttles Honey Jay Nava Living Co. Shatice Archie Destinyy Atkins Fatuma Mukombola Shinnice Preston Zuri and Me #MACXcelerator #Entrepreneurship #MidlandsAfricanChhamber
2025 was a year of measurable impact for the Midlands African Chamber, Inc. 📊✨ Together, we funded 18 companies 🚀, supported 454 businesses 🏢, welcomed 44 new members 🤝, built 111 partnerships 🔗, and delivered 1,874 service hours ⏱️. That collective effort generated $4.9M in return on investment 💼📈 and $1.14M reinvested into our communities since 2020 💙. This impact could not have been achieved without you. Thank you for building with us. #MACImpact #2025Recap #BlackBusiness #EconomicEmpowerment #CommunityInvestment #StrongerTogether #BusinessGrowth #MidlandsAfricanChamber #JoinTheTribe
The 2026 MAC Foundation Scholarship is Now Open! Are you a high school senior or college student from an underserved community or facing financial challenges? The MAC Foundation is proud to offer $1,000 scholarship to support your educational journey. Funds can be applied toward tuition and books, and previous recipients are welcome to reapply if eligible. Applications close: March 31, 2026 Don’t miss this chance to invest in your future! Apply Now: https://fundmac.org/mac-foundation-scholarship-application-form/ #MACFoundation #ScholarshipOpportunity #EducationEmpowers #CollegeBound #STEM #Finance #Law #CommunityImpact #MidlandsAfricanChamber
The Midlands African Chamber, Inc. invites community leaders, business owners, and partners to join us for a Legislative Dinner with government officials focused on advocacy, dialogue, and relationship-building. 📅 Monday, January 5 ⏰ 5:30 PM 📍 Rib Shack Smoke House 10841 Q St Suite 105, Omaha, NE 68137 To attend, please RSVP at [email protected]. We look forward to an evening of meaningful engagement in support of Black business growth and inclusive policy pathways.
Support the 2026 MAC Foundation Scholarship Drive! We’re excited to launch our fundraising campaign for the 2026 MAC Foundation Scholarship! Since 2023, your generous support has helped the MAC Foundation award 44 scholarships totaling $44,000 to high school and college students! Together, we have transformed lives and expanded opportunities for students from BIPOC, refugee, and immigrant backgrounds. Fund Mac In 2025 alone, we awarded 20 scholarships, and with your help, our goal for 2026 is to do the same again and award 20 more $1,000 scholarships to deserving students pursuing degrees in Accounting, Finance, Law, and STEM fields. Today, we are invite you to continue supporting scholars by: Donating any amount to our drive. No matter how small or how big, every gift matters! Giving a one-time donation or a recurring pledge! Gifts of any size are welcome and 100% tax-deductible! Please visit our website for more details on how you can continue supporting us in this endeavor: Fund Mac Donations: https://fundmac.org/mac-foundation-2025-scholarship-drive/ Fund Mac Pledge form & recurring gifts: https://fundmac.org/mac-foundation-scholarship-donors-pledge-form/ Fund Mac Your generosity helps fuel futures and empowers the next generation of leaders. Let’s make 2026 another year of opportunity! #MACFoundation #2026ScholarshipDrive #InvestInStudents #EducationMatters #SupportFutureLeaders
Join us for MAC Power Hour on January 15th! We’re excited to welcome Dao Starita, a Community Organizer at 1 Million Cups Lincoln as she presents on the 1 Million Cups Lincoln community. Dao will share how this dynamic network of local entrepreneurs fosters collaboration, learning, and how it’s helping businesses thrive in our community. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and gain insights to strengthen your entrepreneurial journey. Date: Wednesday, January 15th Time: 5:30pm Location: Facebook Live Watch live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AJXCmgAmm/ #PowerUp #PowerHour #MidlandsAfricanChamber
Application Deadline Extended! This is your final opportunity! Due to strong interest, the MAC Xcelerator Program application deadline has been extended to January 14th but this extension will be the final opportunity to apply. MAC Xcelerator is designed to support early-stage, for-profit businesses through expert mentorship, business education, and access to a strong entrepreneurial support ecosystem. If you’re ready to strengthen your business foundation and accelerate your growth, now is the time to act. New Deadline: January 14 Apply now before spots fill: https://midlandsafricanchamber.com/mac-xcelerator-program-application-for-admission/ Don’t wait until the last minute! Applications are reviewed competitively, and time is running out. Apply today and take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey. Destinyy Atkins Elisha Suttles Shinnice Preston Zuri and Me Honey Jay Fatuma Mukombola Shatice Archie Nava Living Co. @followers #MACXcelerator #Entrepreneurship #MidlandsAfricanChhamber
The 2026 MAC Foundation Scholarship is Now Open! Are you a high school senior or college student from an underserved community or facing financial challenges? The MAC Foundation is proud to offer $1,000 scholarship to support your educational journey. Funds can be applied toward tuition and books, and previous recipients are welcome to reapply if eligible. Applications close: March 31, 2026 Don’t miss this chance to invest in your future! Apply Now: https://fundmac.org/mac-foundation-scholarship-application-form/ #MACFoundation #ScholarshipOpportunity #EducationEmpowers #CollegeBound #STEM #Finance #Law #CommunityImpact #MidlandsAfricanChamber
