CONSTRUCTIVE LEADERSHIP SINCE 1926
Actively promoting the expansion of black business opportunities
Our Story
Since 1926, the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce has served as an advocate for the creation, growth, and general welfare of Black-owned businesses and organizations in the North Texas region. All historical records indicate that the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce is the first Black chamber of commerce in the nation’s history. In the DBCC’s 94-years of service, we have consistently promoted the expansion of business opportunities for our members and communities across the North Texas region through referrals, partnerships, seminars, technical assistance, special projects, marketing, and advocacy.
We know that our members are the most valuable component of our success. By elevating the voices of our members to advocate for the type of ecosystem we know will help Black businesses and organizations grow, we will successfully serve our mission. We commit to leading, educating, and advocating to help make North Texas a great region for our members and communities to do business.
Our Mission
The Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce serves as an advocate for the creation, growth and general welfare of Black owned businesses and organizations across North Texas. The Chamber actively promotes the expansion of business opportunities on behalf of its membership through referrals, partnerships, seminars, technical assistance and marketing. The Chamber focuses on economic development, education, convention/tourism, and special projects.
Executive Leadership
Harrison Blair
President/CEO
Randall Bryant
Chairman
Politics United Marketing
Harrison Blair
Harrison is a native of Dallas, Texas. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree of Political Science from Prairie View A&M University and his Masters of Political Science from Texas State University. His grandfather Bill Blair, and father Jordan Blair, dedicated their lives to improving the City of Dallas.
Harrison Blair currently serves as the President/CEO of the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce, America’s first Black chamber in the nation. Blair serves as the chief advocate for Black owned and supported businesses and entities across the North Texas region.
Advocating for the creation, growth, and the general welfare of Black owned businesses and entities is Harrison’s passion.
Harrison currently represents the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce (DBCC) as a member of the North Texas Commission (NTC) and as a member of Texas Association of African American Chambers of Commerce (TAAACC).
He also serves as the District 4 Park & Recreations board member for the City of Dallas. He previously served on the Mayor’s Star Council. Harrison spends his free time supporting his wife’s work as a resident artist of the Brierly Acting Company at the Dallas Theater Center.
He plans to continue his family’s legacy by serving the Dallas community as well.
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Marketing & Promotion
We offer referrals, partnerships, and technical assistance to enhance the visibility and growth of our members.
Technical Assistance & Business Mentorship
We provide technical assistance and mentorship to our members fostering collaborations, and develop skills.
Ribbon Cuttings
Our Chamber hosts memorable ribbon-cutting ceremonies that mark significant milestones for local businesses.
