Empowering Black Businesses: BlueHenry CEO Participates in USBC Conference

BlueHenry’s very own Owner and CEO, Adrienne Walker, had the recent opportunity to represent BlueHenry at the U.S. Black Chambers (USBC) National Conference. Among other highlights, Adrienne had the opportunity to meet with Maryland Governor Wes Moore to discuss manufacturing products within the United States.

The USBC supports a network of Black Chambers of Commerce groups and business organizations focused on developing and growing Black enterprises. The purpose of the USBC National Conference is for Black Chamber of Commerce leaders, Black business owners and policymakers to gather, collaborate and embody the organization’s five guiding pillars: advocacy, access to capital, contracting, entrepreneurship training, and local chamber development.

Walker attended a Meet and Greet with Governor Moore and highlighted BlueHenry’s products and mission, followed by an engaging Fireside Chat on the Conference’s main stage.

Later, Walker sat on a panel to share her expertise at the workshop: “Understanding E-commerce to Accelerate Business Growth: A Conversation with Amazon and Black Business Owners.” Aimed to inspire fellow Black business owners, the panel showcased ways to leverage E-Commerce to build their brands, reach new customers and impact their communities.

With panelists Danyel Surrency Jones (Director, Undiscovered & Small Business Accelerator, Amazon) and Nancey Harris (Co-Founder and COO, Vontelle Eyewear), the BlueHenry CEO educated fellow Black business owners on how Amazon services were able to leverage digital tools and enhancing the discoverability of small businesses.

Joining Amazon’s Black Business Accelerator (BBA), BlueHenry is one of thousands within the thriving community of Black-owned businesses that sell in the Amazon store. Amazon’s BBA provides access to financial assistance through credits and sponsorship of certifications, strategic business education and more to help Black-owned businesses grow and maximize their selling success in Amazon’s store.

BlueHenry appreciates the opportunity to be represented at the USBC National Conference and stand alongside other local Black business leaders and the partners at Amazon. What a great way to support and collaborate with such an inspiring community!