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The Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1974 by a group of Black businessmen out of a need for a strong
organization that could objectively advocate the needs of a growing Black business community.
Our mission is to provide a world of business opportunities and bring the business community
together to exchange goods and services and to promote interaction and communication mutually
beneficial to all businesses involved.
In its thirty-plus years, the Chamber has been led by three
presidents. Inaugural president David Fincher served from 1974 to 1984
followed by Dorothy Baker, who presided for twenty years, from 1984 through
2004. Current Chief Executive Bill Diggs took the helm in 2005 and already
has increased Chamber membership to over 400
members. Each day, Diggs and his staff work diligently to
plan strategic marketing and effective business developments for the 21st
century.
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Member Services
The Chamber provides the following services to its members:
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Technical assistance in business
development operations;
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Promotion of trade missions throughout the globe;
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Networking
opportunities at business related forums;
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Leaders exchange events; and
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Business stimulated projects
and activities.
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| Throughout our history, the
Chamber has enjoyed tremendous community support for our annual
awards, golf and other events |
Each year, the Chamber holds several dynamic events which recognize small and
corporate
businesses and individuals that have made outstanding contributions to the Chamber and the
community. These events include:
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Corporate
Business Leaders Luncheon – recognizes the outstanding efforts of corporate leaders in the community.
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Annual Awards
Banquet – recognizes members for business savvy and accomplishments,
presenting awards to the Corporate Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Top Five Small Businesses and
Board Member of the Year.
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Power Breakfasts
– Working business meetings designed to unleash the power of networking.
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Annual Golf
Tournament – Sporting fundraiser which promotes positivity, sportsmanship and networking.
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Membership
Drive – Annual drive designed to recruit and retain new members.
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