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Melvin Coleman and Kim Vogel on Empowering Black-Owned Businesses and Driving Economic Growth

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Kim recently had the opportunity to interview Melvin Coleman, CEO of the Atlanta Black Chambers, for the Breaking Down Barriers podcast. During their engaging conversation, Melvin shared insights into the transformative work the Atlanta Black Chambers is spearheading in the city. They explored the organization’s initiatives to support and empower Black-owned businesses, foster economic growth, and create opportunities for the African American community in Atlanta. The discussion highlighted the Chamber’s innovative programs, strategic partnerships, and its role in addressing systemic barriers to success for Black entrepreneurs and professionals. Melvin M. Coleman is the President & CEO of the Atlanta Black Chambers, an organization of over 1000 entrepreneurs. A Georgia native and Navy veteran, Melvin holds an MBA from Georgia Southern University. He’s the Chief Investment Officer at Essential Wealth Management Group and has a background in business development at UPS. Melvin is known for his transformative leadership and commitment to fostering Black-owned businesses. He’s received multiple awards for his work in bringing people together and is currently the President of the Georgia Coalition of Black Chambers.

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Melvin Coleman and Kim Vogel on Empowering Black-Owned Businesses and Driving Economic Growth

Kim recently had the opportunity to interview Melvin Coleman, CEO of the Atlanta Black Chambers, for the Breaking Down Barriers podcast. During their engaging conversation, Melvin shared insights into the transformative work the Atlanta Black Chambers is spearheading in the city. They explored the organization’s initiatives to support and empower Black-owned businesses, foster economic growth, and create opportunities for the African American community in Atlanta. The discussion highlighted the Chamber’s innovative programs, strategic partnerships, and its role in addressing systemic barriers to success for Black entrepreneurs and professionals. Melvin M. Coleman is the President & CEO of the Atlanta Black Chambers, an organization of over 1000 entrepreneurs. A Georgia native and Navy veteran, Melvin holds an MBA from Georgia Southern University. He’s the Chief Investment Officer at Essential Wealth Management Group and has a background in business development at UPS. Melvin is known for his transformative leadership and commitment to fostering Black-owned businesses. He’s received multiple awards for his work in bringing people together and is currently the President of the Georgia Coalition of Black Chambers.

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Melvin Coleman and Kim Vogel on Empowering Black-Owned Businesses and Driving Economic Growth

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Kim recently had the opportunity to interview Melvin Coleman, CEO of the Atlanta Black Chambers, for the Breaking Down Barriers podcast. During their engaging conversation, Melvin shared insights into the transformative work the Atlanta Black Chambers is spearheading in the city. They explored the organization’s initiatives to support and empower Black-owned businesses, foster economic growth, and create opportunities for the African American community in Atlanta. The discussion highlighted the Chamber’s innovative programs, strategic partnerships, and its role in addressing systemic barriers to success for Black entrepreneurs and professionals. Melvin M. Coleman is the President & CEO of the Atlanta Black Chambers, an organization of over 1000 entrepreneurs. A Georgia native and Navy veteran, Melvin holds an MBA from Georgia Southern University. He’s the Chief Investment Officer at Essential Wealth Management Group and has a background in business development at UPS. Melvin is known for his transformative leadership and commitment to fostering Black-owned businesses. He’s received multiple awards for his work in bringing people together and is currently the President of the Georgia Coalition of Black Chambers.