Enter for a chance to attend Small Business Training Camp.

Register now for free to begin completing resources to qualify.

Once registered, you will need to complete 2 Digital Ready courses or events to access the entry form.

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Don't miss out on your chance to attend Small Business Training Camp on September 8-10 in San Francisco, CA. Enter by August 10, 2025.

Part master class, part immersive experience.

Verizon will be sending up to 20 Digital Ready users to participate in the exclusive Small Business Training Camp on September 8-10, 2025. Join former NFL quarterback, entrepreneur, and franchisor Drew Brees, along with fashion designer, influencer, and entrepreneur Kristin Juszczyk for this one-of-a-kind experience.

It's three exciting days of accelerated small business training, combining workshops, networking events, and an exclusive event at Levi's® Stadium: home of the NFL's San Francisco 49ers.

The highlights:

Panel discussions and a meet and greet with Drew and Kristin
Breakout sessions with Digital Ready instructors
Exclusive experience at Levi's® Stadium in Santa Clara, CA
Content creator workshops
Verizon Innovation Lab tours
Entertainment...and more!

Here's how to enter:

Who can apply?

Owners of small businesses. Must be Digital Ready members or sign-up for Digital Ready for free. Applicants may apply for one business only and must be over the age of 18. To qualify, applicants must complete two Digital Ready courses and/or events by the application deadline of August 10, 2025, 11:59pm PT. Late applications will not be considered. Non-profit business owners are not eligible.

How to apply:

Step 1
Complete 2 Digital Ready courses or events.
Finish any combo of 2 courses or events between January 1 – August 10, 2025.

Step 2
Create a 1‑minute video about your business journey and how Digital Ready helps.
Then, post it publicly on social media with tags @VerizonBusiness, #SMBTrainingCamp, #Contest, and #VerizonBusiness.

Step 3
From the "Enter now" button that will appear at the top of this landing page after completing the two resources, click to complete the entry form on our promotional partner’s site.
Remember to enter by 8/10/25 11:59 PM PT. That’s it—make it fun and good luck!

What We Do

All About You

The Black Chamber of Commerce of New York City also known as New York City Black Chamber of Commerce is a 501c3 tax-exempt organization connecting MBE and WBE Organization in New York City and New York State to procurement contracts from businesses across New York State and New Jersey. If you are a contractor or subcontractor give us a call to discuss opportunities to help your business grow. We also provide job opportunities and Business and Management Consultant

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Organizational Profile

The Black Chamber of Commerce of New York City ® was incorporated in New York State in August 2011. The NYCBCC is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, nonsectarian organization dedicated to the economic empowerment of African American communities. In essence, the NYCBCC is a 501(c)3 corporation that is on the leading edge of educating and training Black communities on the need to participate vigorously in this great capitalistic society known as America. The NYCBCC reaches Black-owned businesses in New York City and New York State. There are 1.9 million Black-owned businesses in the United States. Black businesses account for over $1 trillion in expendable income each year according to the US Bureau of Census. The Black Chamber of Commerce of New York City® is dedicated to economically empowering and sustaining African American communities through entrepreneurship and capitalistic activity within the United States. If you want to increase your bottom-line, utilize our Business and Management Consultant. Or you need a new career opportunity check our job board for a job opportunities.

Mission Statement

To economically empower and sustain African American communities through entrepreneurship and capitalistic activity within New York City. The New York City Black Chamber of Commerce will provide support to small businesses to improve lines of communication for contracting and procurement opportunities. We will host events to improve opportunities for our members, as well as develop programs and events that will positively impact the community's development. We envision our organization to be a tool to promote stability among members. We hope to promote economic development and rebuild communities to support the vision and the mission of our members.

About NYCBCC

Our Experience

We assist with providing free Business Technical assistance and advise small businesses of all types (small businesses, small disadvantaged business, women-owned small businesses, economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses, veteran owned small businesses, service disabled veteran owned small businesses, and small businesses l

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Our Approach

Our Experience

GOAL #1 To increase business development and growth via procurement, capital access and international trade.

Planned Activity #1 Secure partnerships with committed corporations and ensure compliance with Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act at federal, state and local governments and also with prime contractors.

Constraints: Old existing

GOAL #1 To increase business development and growth via procurement, capital access and international trade.

Constraints: Old existing formats for outreach at corporate level. An atmosphere of noncompliance at the government level. Downsizing and a lack of attention by upper management.

Solutions: Create useable website directories for e-commerce and recruiting. Organize and host President Club receptions around the nation. Local market analysis to identify direct opportunities for affiliated chapters (follow up important). Also, to secure partnerships with federal agencies, US Chamber of Commerce and other organizations or institutions of mutual interest.

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Why Us?

Our Experience

Why Us?

We believe in pushing the agenda to create increase levels of success for minority businesses. Business mentors are key—that’s why when it comes to client engagement, we find ways to help build and provide resources to get you to your next level. We want to give each of you the time and guidance you deserve. Whether you’re seeking a strategic alliance with us or looking for access to capital, call us today. Together we’ll create and refine your plan for success. We didn’t get there alone. And neither will you.

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Census Bureau Releases New Data on Minority-Owned

Additional Information

The U.S. Census Bureau today released new estimates on the characteristics of employer businesses. According to the 2020 Annual Business Survey (ABS), which covers reference year 2019, approximately 18.7% (1.1 million) of U.S. employer businesses were minority-owned, veteran-owned businesses that made up about 5.7% (331,151) of all businesses. About 20.9% (1.2 million) of businesses were owned by women.

Additional highlights:

Veteran-owned businesses had an estimated $963.4 billion in receipts, 4.0 million employees and about $191.6 billion in annual payroll. The number of Hispanic-owned businesses had a growth of about 4.6% from 2018.

Hispanic-owned businesses made up about 6.0% (346,836) of all businesses, with an estimated $463.3 billion in annual receipts, 2.9 million employees and about $108.4 billion in annual payroll.

There were an estimated 581,200 Asian-owned businesses with about 23.8% (138,043) in the Accommodation and Food Services sector. Asian-owned businesses had the largest estimated receipts ($874.6 billion) among minority race groups across all sectors.

There were an estimated 134,567 Black- or African American-owned businesses with $133.7 billion in annual receipts, 1.3 million employees and about $40.5 billion in annual payroll. About 29.5% (39,705) of these businesses were in the Health Care and Social Assistance sector.

There were an estimated 26,064 American Indian and Alaska Native-owned businesses with $35.8 billion in receipts, 215,049 employees and about $8.7 billion in annual payroll.

There were an estimated 7,331 Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander-owned businesses with approximately $8.5 billion in receipts, 51,869 employees and about $1.9 billion in annual payroll.

New York City Black Chamber of Commerce

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