
150,000+ Black-owned businesses in Georgia — and growing.
WELCOME
Our Mission
Our mission is simple but it is based on real needs of black businesses. GA is primed for our aspirations as it has a high number of black business. According to census stats, the number of Black companies in the state totals over 150,000. These numbers in our opinion represents a great place to start.
— Thomas Swain

WHO WE ARE
About GSAACC
The Georgia State African-American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (GSAACC) is established to operate as an enterprise located in the State of Georgia and specifically headquartered in the city of Cordele, Crisp County.
The Mission Statement broadly interprets the overall vision of the Founders who thoughtfully included the elements of community development, economic development in tourism, business technical assistance, and includes cultural, political and economic development.

OUR PURPOSE
Mission, Vision & Membership
OUR MISSION
Fuel. Educate. Fund.
To fuel, educate and fund the entrepreneurial spirit of African Americans in the State of GA.
OUR VISION
Leading Advocates
To become the leading advocate of entrepreneurship for African Americans in the State of GA, ultimately leading to prosperity for all.
AS A MEMBER YOU:
Will be actively promoted
Will be offered workshops, seminars, and more
Will be offered established opportunities for funding
HISTORICAL EVENT
GA General Assembly Awards GSAACC, Inc House Resolution
In 2019, The GA African American Chamber of commerce was awarded a house resolution by the GA General Assembly. The resolution was sponsored by State Rep. David Dreyer (via State Senate Dist 53).
FIND OUT MORELEADERSHIP
Our Board of Directors

Thomas Swain
Founder / Chairman / Attorney

Patricia Swain
Co-Founder / Secretary

Dr. James Hill
Board Vice Chair

Shelly Lewis
Tourism Director

Olivia Coley-Pearson
Political Liaison

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