WELCOME REMARKS

Jason Dunn Board Chair

Thank you for joining us as your African American Chamber of Commerce celebrates 11 honorees this evening at our Cincy Nights Gala.

These awardees are chosen for their extraordinary and longstanding commitment to business, the community and the employment and promotion of African Americans in the community.

Among this year’s honorees, you will find experts in an array of industries which helps create a vibrant region and a community space fostering cohesiveness and a sense of belonging.

Last year, we introduced you to The 2046 Commission, which was founded to highlight the next 25 years of progress of Black businesses in Cincinnati and NKY. The Commission strives for ways to strengthen the foundation of Black businesses and promote the abilities of Black-owned businesses to compete in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky Region and beyond. I invite you to join us as the Commission continues its progress.

Tonight, I am thrilled to celebrate the success of our honorees and to your good health and fortune in 2023.