Join us for a Women's History Month Power Hour on March 21st at 5:30 pm with B.C. Clark from The Business Connection. The discussion topic is "The Audacity to Believe in You!" Don't miss it! Visit our Facebook and LinkedIn pages on the event date and time.

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GITEX AFRICA - rated as the biggest & best tech event launch in the world. Here is why you should attend GITEX AFRICA 2024: ✅ Global Spotlight: Showcase your groundbreaking tech innovations to a diverse and engaged global audience. ✅ Connect with Leaders: Build powerful connections with international companies, innovators and policy influencers. ✅ Cutting-Edge Insights: Explore crucial topics like AI, Cloud, IoT, Data, Cyber Security, Digital Finance, Connectivity. ✅ Market Expansion: Access African markets on the rise and leverage the limitless opportunities. Enquire now to book your space in 2024! ➡️https://buff.ly/42xtBFZ GITEX AFRICA ➡️ gitexafrica.com 📍 Marrakech, Morocco 🗓 29-31 May 2024 Link to Visual https://buff.ly/3uwgic8 #GITEXAFRICA #GITEXAFRICA24 #GAM24 #WorldFutureHealthMorocco #TechShow #StartupsShow

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🌟GITEX AFRICA is the epicenter of innovation, bringing together the brightest minds, startups, and tech enthusiasts. It's where groundbreaking ideas and cutting-edge solutions converge. Africa's youth is driving the tech explosion, with a population of 1.4 billion and 70% under 30. GITEX AFRICA offers a unique opportunity to tap into this dynamic demographic that is shaping the future. By 2025, Africa is expected to have one in six of the world's internet users, which is a significant player in the digital landscape. GITEX AFRICA provides a glimpse into the evolving future of connectivity and communication that is emerging on the continent. 🚀The digital finance industry is projected to generate $30.3 billion in revenue by 2025. GITEX AFRICA is the perfect destination for pioneers eager to navigate the evolving financial technology landscape. 💰GITEX AFRICA provides a platform for networking, collaboration, and learning from the best in the business. Join a vibrant community and be part of driving Africa's tech innovation forward. GITEX AFRICA ➡️ gitexafrica.com 📍 Marrakech, Morocco 🗓 29-31 May 2024 #GITEXAFRICA #GITEXAFRICA24 #GAM24 #WorldFutureHealthMorocco #TechShow #StartupsShow

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Midlands African Chamber, Inc.️ Updated their cover photo. 3 days ago

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Midlands African Chamber, Inc.️ Updated their cover photo. 3 days ago

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Shhh….🤫 Day One of the preliminary rounds of the Midlands African Chamber, Inc.‘s Pitch Black 2024 is a wrap. Over 40 applicants narrowed down to 25 first round participants today at Modus Coworking! Congratulations to all the incredible business owners that pitched their businesses today! Your amazing creativity and drive to succeed inspire all of us! Thank you to our esteemed judges Rahul Agarwal Cherish Perkins Xavier Jackson Scott Henderson Manny Quevedo and Lane Hickenbottom as well as board members Euloge Sekle and Fidele Mienso for your tireless dedication and generous support of diverse entrepreneurs. Get ready to join us at the finale of Pitch Black on June 29, 2024 in Omaha at Creighton Harper Center. Get your discounted early bird tickets now at www.wepitchblack.com. #midlandsafricanchamber #wepitchblack #JoinTheTribe #impact #businessfunding #bipocbusinesses

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GITEX AFRICA - rated as the biggest & best tech event launch in the world. Here's why you should exhibit at GITEX AFRICA 2024: ✅ Global Spotlight: Showcase your groundbreaking tech innovations to a diverse and engaged global audience. ✅ Connect with Leaders: Build powerful connections with international companies, innovators, and policy influencers. ✅ Cutting-Edge Insights: Explore crucial topics like AI, Cloud, IoT, Data, Cyber Security, Digital Finance, Connectivity. ✅ Market Expansion: Access African markets on the rise and leverage the limitless opportunities. Enquire now to book your space in 2024! ➡️ GITEX AFRICA ➡️ buff.ly/3IkMNhn 📍 Marrakech, Morocco 🗓 29-31 May 2024 Link to Visual https://buff.ly/3uwgic8 @gitexafrica @WorldFutureHealth #GITEXAFRICA #GITEXAFRICA24 #GAM24 #WorldFutureHealthMorocco #TechShow #StartupsShow

🌟 Contractor Connect Luncheon Success! 🌟 We are thrilled to share the success of today’s Contractors Connect Luncheon - hosted by Turner Construction, a collaborative effort between the Midlands African Chamber, Turner Construction Company, and the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce! 🏗️ Today, at Metropolitan Community College, we brought together small, underrepresented women, minorities, and BIPOC owned small contractors for an empowering and insightful workshop to learn how they could partner with Turner Construction on big projects, thanks to the support and partnership of both chambers. It was a fantastic occasion filled with networking, learning, and exploring new possibilities. Thank you Quinn Texmo and the Turner Construction - Nebraska team for an outstanding presentation. A huge thank you to all who attended and contributed to making this event a tremendous success! Your presence and engagement truly made a difference. Let's continue working together, to promote diversity and inclusion in the construction sector. Stay tuned for future events and opportunities to connect and collaborate within our community! 🛠️ #MidlandsAfricanChamber #TurnerConstruction #SarpyCountyChamber #ContractorsConnectLuncheon

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🌟 Celebrating International Women’s Day with boundless pride and admiration for the phenomenal women of the Midlands African Chamber! Our incredible and resilient businesswomen members uplift communities, driving economic empowerment and sustainable growth. Our outstanding board members Martine Quartey, Taylor Johnson WOWT and @Latricia Harris are dedicated to creating positive change in our community through entrepreneurship. We also celebrate the MAC team, from our CEO Karine Sokpoh Kouassi to our operations manager Fidele Mienso, programs coordinator, grant writer, and event planner, their leadership ignites innovation and fosters inclusivity. With 95% of our team hailing from five different countries, diversity fuels our success, breaking barriers and inspiring progress. Together, we honor their unwavering dedication, shaping a future defined by empowerment, resilience, and limitless possibilities. #IWD2024 #BlackWomenLeaders #Empowerment #DiversityandInclusion #CommunityUpliftment #MidlandsAfricanChamber 💫👩🏾‍💼🌍👩🏽‍💻👩🏿‍🔧👩🏾‍💼🌟👩🏽‍🔬🌱🌟

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Thank you so much to everyone that came to our presentation and discussion panel about applying for grants for nonprofits! And thank you to Robia Qasimyar from Weitz Family Foundation and Laura Contreras from the Omaha Community Foundation for providing useful insight and tips about grant cycles, eligibility, and criteria. #Midlandsafricanchamber #wepitchblack #jointhetribe

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Epic session at the MAC X Investors' Readiness meet-up last Monday! Thank you to our esteemed panelists Manny Quevedo, Jim Reiff, Alyssa Cave, April Hibbler, Terrence Ross, and our partners @investnebraska @nebbiz01 @chase @sbagov for your support and investment in small businesses!

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Google is sponsoring a one-day introductory robotics workshop for kids on Saturday March 23, 2024 in Omaha, Nebraska. This workshop is for any student in grades 6-10 who is interested in introductory robotics and learning more about science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This is best suited to any student in grades 6-10 who is a beginner or has limited experience with robotics. The focus of these workshops is to give kids a chance to experience STEM and work with a group to build a robot over the course of a day in a fun and inclusive environment. Robotics instructors will support students through the robot building process. Google will provide breakfast, lunch, snacks, and all robotics supplies.

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We invite our MAC members to join us for a presentation discussing grants tomorrow on March 8th from 11:30 am-1 pm at Modern Work. This presentation will be focused on grant cycles, as well as grant criteria and eligibility led by the Omaha Community and Weitz Foundations. We encourage our members to send up to two representatives from your organization. You would have the opportunity to connect with other professionals, share insights, and foster collaboration. Please register now at https://buff.ly/3TlEh7B.

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The Midlands African Chamber, Inc. is pleased to introduce NOU Productions, as a member of the MAC Xcelerator Cohort 3! Around 2018, NOU Productions’ fascination with filmmaking began to blossom. Since then, they have immersed themselves in the world of visual storytelling. The focus shifted towards making branding commercials and helping businesses by providing content for their marketing efforts. They believe in the power of storytelling to connect with customers and grow a brand. Help us congratulate Manitanga and NOU Productions on joining the MAC Tribe! #wepitchblack #Midlandsafricanchamber #MACX #NOUProductions

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The Midlands African Chamber, Inc. is pleased to introduce Gifts by Iy, as a member of the MAC Xcelerator Cohort 3! Gifts by Iy is an innovative shop that creatively designs packages and delivers gifts such as Hampers, gift boxes, souvenirs, etc. Their core value is to provide optimum value for their prices and ensure that every customer is satisfied. Their mission is to see smiles on the faces of all their gift recipients. Help us congratulate Iyinfoluwa and Gifts by Iy on joining the MAC Tribe! #wepitchblack #Midlandsafricanchamber #MACX #GiftsByIy

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Join MAC members and the MAC Xcelerator group on Monday, March 25 for a discussion about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion along with Wellness for Founders. This event takes place at 6400 South, University Drive Road North, Room 230, Omaha, NE 68182. Don't miss out—register at https://buff.ly/48JqT1F to save your spot!

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We invite our MAC members to join us for a presentation discussing grants on March 8th from 11:30 am-1 pm at Modern Work. This presentation will be focused on grant cycles, as well as grant criteria and eligibility led by the Omaha Community and Weitz Foundations. We encourage our members to send up to two representatives from your organization. You would have the opportunity to connect with other professionals, share insights, and foster collaboration. Please register now at https://buff.ly/3TlEh7B.

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