1561 Old Leonard Avenue Email: team@coaacc.org Columbus, OH 43219 Phone: 614-377-4874

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2018 Annual Report

At a glance…

▪ Our members have been in business an average eight years.

▪ A majority (23) provide

professional services.

▪ 13 members are non-

profit organizations (5 large/8 small).

▪ Two major banks are among the members of-fering financial services.

▪ A nearly equal number are female led (37) & male led (44) companies.

▪ A majority (65%) are Bronze level members; 7% are Silver; 5% are Platinum; and, 3.5% are Gold level members.

Our Members

Anchor Member A COAACC member since February 2018, the Sylvia A. Garrett Agency provides full service personal and

business insurance products. The Financial Division provides life and financial products: mutual funds,

annuities and long term care policies.

https://www.sylviaagarrettagency.com

The Central Ohio African American Chamber of Commerce is governed by a volunteer Board of five to 11 members. Board members are chosen to serve two year terms based on their understanding of and dedication to the growth of the African American business owners of Central Ohio. The Board oversees the governance of COAACC, delegating day-to-day operations to the Executive Director. 2018 Board of Directors Denise Ransom, President Jerald Tillman, Vice President Anthony McIntosh, Treasurer Gregory Williams, Secretary Noni Banks Ginger Cunningham Jill Frost Ellen Harvey J. Averi Frost, Executive Director

Leadership

COAACC Classroom presented by

Monthly lunch and learn sessions providing insight and guidance on common pain points/areas of growth faced by small business owners. Taught by COAACC members and industry experts, the luncheons are great opportunities to learn skills to grow your business without taking too much time from your day. The sessions are held on the 4th Wednesday of each month (Jan. – Oct. 2019), from 11:30 a .m. -1:30 p.m.

Quarterly Networking Each quarter, COAACC hosts and/or co-hosts a networking event open to any business owner, advocate, and ally interested in contract/partnership opportunities. In 2018, our networking events averaged 125 attendees with about 250 registered. In 2019, have networking events scheduled for March, June, September, and November. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Scheduled partners include The Diva Movement (March 2019 – Women’s History Month) and the Diversity Chamber of Central Ohio (June 2019 – Out with Elected Officials).

Lunch with COAACC

Bi-monthly networking lunches, held at Black owned restaurants, give small business owners and partners an opportunity o discuss: what’s going with your business, what’s going with the Chamber, and what’s going on in your world.

Outreach Events

COAACC sets up information tables at community events, business events, open houses, etc., to provide information on our services The goal of these efforts is to market COAACC to a wide array of individuals and ensure greater market awareness.

▪ January 25: Open House at The Body Lab & True Calling Health to celebrate their new space.

▪ January 26: The Diva Movement Women’s Wealth & Wellness Event

▪ May: COAACC Matchmaker

▪ November 7: COAACC Matchmaker & Networking Event Additional co-hosted or matchmaker events, will be posted on our website (www.coaacc.org) as dates are set.

COAACC Ambassador Program Ambassadors enhance COAACC’s ability to advocate by representing the organization throughout the community. Our team of volunteer Ambassadors will staff COAACC information tables at community events, business events, open houses, etc.

New Member Benefits!

In addition to the benefits offered during our inaugural year, we have added new member benefits: ▪ 50% off first month of training services for men at The Body Lab ▪ $25 off first week of Meal Prep/Delivery Services from The Body Lab ▪ 20% off all services at BusinessPro ▪ 20% off all services at Payroll Vault ▪ 20% off all CPR courses at True Calling Healthcare & Training

Coming in 2019!

Leadership The Central Ohio Chamber of Commerce is governed by a volunteer Board of five to 11 members. The Board oversees the governance of COAACC, delegating day-to-day operations to the Executive Director. 2018 Board of Directors Denise Ransom, President Gerald Tillman, Vice President Anthony McIntosh, Treasurer Gregory Williams, Secretary Noni Banks Ginger Cunningham Jill Frost Ellen Harvey J. Averi Frost, Executive Director

“As of December 6, 2018, KeyBank Polaris Branch has provided over $300,000 in business and

personal credit lines to COAACC members, who in turn have accumulated assets exceeding $221,000

in business and personal checking and savings accounts with the bank. These account balances represent

a 221% return on KeyBank’s corporate sponsorship of COAACC.”

Jean-Claude M. Ndongo

Licensed Relationship Manager

Polaris KeyCenter

"The rollout of Sensible Benefits with COAACC was a huge hit! We got a lot of people covered, and

we added new members...we‘ve already had one member loss, with a $100,000 payout to the family of

a man who would have been otherwise uninsurable; he passed away within weeks of being

accepted. Had it not been for the program, we would never have been able to cover him." Nicole Simpson

Dehan Enterprises Insurance & Financial Services LLC

Gold Members

Celebrating Our Members ▪ JL Tillman Insurance celebrated 40 years in business. ▪ Dehan Enterprises Insurance & Financial Services celebrated 20 years in business. ▪ Saints Performing Arts celebrated 15 years in business by offering a full year of free music programming to local high school students. ▪ Donya’s Florals was named Florist in Residence at the Columbus Convention Center. ▪ GinGer Cunningham & Associates was named the HUB (Historically Underutilized Businesses) Firm of the Year by COMTO (Central Ohio) ▪ SavKon Construction was featured in the ECDI 2018 Impact Report.

COAACC’s mission is to advocate and educate on issues that impact the inclusion and growth

of African American owned businesses in Central Ohio. Our work positions us to connect

members to do business together and to connect them with contracts and procurement

opportunities. As advocates for Black owned businesses, COAACC routinely represents our

members in spaces where policy decisions are made.

Supporting our Members

Financial Status

Revenue $23,564.96

Operating Expenses $18,079.07

The Central Ohio African American Chamber of Commerce is a 501c6 membership organization. The

organization derives most of its revenue through membership fees. Donations and in-kind

contributions also help support ongoing programming and Chamber hosted events.

▪ During 2018 we provided referrals for business and contracting opportunities for 50 of our members.

▪ COAACC partnered with the National Urban League to host a networking event during their National Conference held in Columbus, August 2018. COAACC also participated in one of the Conference’s featured roundtables on Access to Capital, presented by Wells Fargo.

▪ We provided an estimated 55 consultation hours to Members. ▪ COAACC partnered with Dehan Enterprises Insurance & Financial Services and Grange

Life Insurance Company to offer the Sensible Benefits Life Insurance Program which offers Guaranteed Issue coverage to employees of member organizations.

▪ We developed and launched an interactive map of local Black businesses featuring more

than 150 businesses. ▪ COAACC hosted a Roundtable with Columbus 2020 leadership to discuss the 2020 strategic plan; COAACC members encouraged inclusive strategies at every opportunity.

Platinum Members

2018 Accomplishments

COAACC Members Advertising, Branding, Graphic Design,

Marketing, Media, Print and Promotional Products

Articulated Wisdom Black Central Unlimited JPS Print Shop: King’s Promotional Products Kram & Associates Shel10, LLC Washington Hill Publishing, LLC Z Promotions

Building & Construction Services Allied Group Apex Garage Door Service Electronic Systems Consultants Elite National Building Services Jackie's Trucking LLC M6 Incorporated dba Puro Clean Certified Restoration Specialists Manning Preferred Inspections Reid Plumbing & Mechanical, LLC SavKon Construction, LLC

Business & Professional Training The American Negotiation Institute Col-Ak Can Supply Co. LLC Performance Consulting Services True Calling Healthcare & Training LLC RAMA Consulting

Business Services BusinessPro Frost Indeed, LLC Hayden-Graham Enterprises LLC Innovare Patient Relationship Management Intelligent Office/ Intelligent Assistant Payroll Vault Pillars Protection Services, LLC

Cars and Automotive Services Trusted Motors, LLC

Clothing, Accessories and Fashion The Gift Box

Community Resources & Supportive Services

Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority Franklin County Children Services J Pearson & Associates Keep The Dream Alive 4 Nate

Entertainment Reynolds Entertainment

Financial Management New York Life Northwestern Mutual

Financial Services

Economic & Community Development Institute (ECDI) Finance Fund Fifth Third Bank Key Bank

Floral Services

Donya's Florals Food & Drink

Bake Me Happy Health & Wellness

The Body Lab, LLC Nshape Fitness 4 Her, LLC Yara Counseling Group, LLC

Human Resources Kurt A. Looper Richardson Compensation Consulting, L.L.C.

*through 12/31/2018

"New Chamber Of Commerce Bolsters African-American Entrepreneurs" COAACC featured on WOSU Radio - January 22, 2018

"First Central Ohio African American Chamber of Commerce opens its doors" COAACC featured on NBC4 - February 1, 2018 “Entrepreneurs'“ COAACC featured on 106.3 FM - August 8, 2018

In the News...

Health & Wellness The Body Lab, LLC Nshape Fitness 4 Her, LLC Yara Counseling Group, LLC

Human Resources Kurt A. Looper Richardson Compensation Consulting, L.L.C.

Information Technology Aaceses Ihmire Industries Cuptoopia.com, Inc. Kyros Intelligent Solutions

Insurance Dehan Enterprises Insurance & Financial Services LLC Felix Quachey Insurance Agency G.O.R.E.E. Insurance Agency JL Tillman Insurance Agency Sylvia A. Garrett Insurance Agency

Legal Services Law Office of Gregory L. Williams LegalShield Marcus A. Ross Attorney at Law LPA Otto Beatty, Jr. Co. L.P.A. Price Legal Services, LLC Walton + Brown, LLP

Office Supplies AJA Industries, LLC

Organizational Management Ginger Cunningham and Associates L Boykin Consulting LLC MLW Solutions LLC Performance Consulting SSE Advisors, LLC Willow Roots Development Group, LLC

Photography 18 Percent Gray Studios Shellee Fisher Photography & Design

Transportation Unique Services Logistics

Women's Empowerment The Diva Movement EnVision Proven Success Life Beyond the Streets, Inc. Tip the "T TJE Communications, LLC Women of the Well YWCA Columbus

Youth Programs

"Grands" Educating Minds (G.E.M.S.) Black Girl Rising, Inc. dba Rise Sister Rise The Royal Oak Initiative Saints Performing Arts

*through 12/31/2018

Community Outreach Throughout 2018 COAACC hosted, co-hosted or participated in more than 50 community and business events directly reaching more than 2,000 people. COAACC sponsored events include Lunch with COAACC, Making the Chamber Work for You, and Verbalize. Panel and workshop presentations included: ▪ StartUp Week Columbus ▪ The Third Act ▪ ORVWBC Conference ▪ MANA Business Forum ▪ National Urban League Small Business Matters Panel ▪ Columbus LGBTQ+ Leadership Summit Panel ▪ Ohio Business Expo ▪ Ohio Food Policy Summit

COAACC Members

COAACC Pillars of Service All COAACC initiatives are aligned with one or more of our four Pillars of Service: ▪ Business Development ▪ Access to Capital ▪ Access to Contracts ▪ Advocacy