Experienced Community Advocate and Business Leader to Advance Chamber’s Mission Across Nassau County
GARDEN CITY, NY — The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (LIAACC), New York State’s largest African American Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ann Dumay as its new Nassau County Director.
In this leadership role, Dumay will serve as the Chamber’s chief representative throughout Nassau County, working closely with business owners, entrepreneurs, community organizations, elected officials, and corporate partners to expand economic opportunities and strengthen the small business ecosystem.
Ann Dumay, Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. Nassau County Director
“Ann Dumay brings a tremendous passion for community engagement, economic empowerment, and business development,” said Phil Andrews, President of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. “Her leadership, dedication, and commitment to serving Nassau County make her the ideal person to help us continue building pathways to success for minority-owned businesses and underserved communities. We are excited to welcome her to our leadership team.”
Founded in 2010, the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce has become a leading voice for African American and minority-owned businesses throughout Long Island and beyond. Over the past fifteen years, the Chamber has provided technical assistance, business counseling, networking opportunities, advocacy, educational programming, and access to capital resources to more than 1,500 businesses.
As Nassau County Director, Dumay will help lead the Chamber’s local outreach efforts and support the implementation of many of its signature programs and initiatives, including:
- National Small Business Week Programs
- Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week and MED Month Activities
- The Annual Black History Month Business and Community Recognition Program
- Ladies of LIAACC “Women Who Shine” Awards Program
- The Who’s Who One Night Only Awards Gala
- Small Business Bootcamps and Entrepreneurship Training Programs
- Chamber Leadership Development Conferences
- Corporate and Government Procurement Readiness Programs
- Access to Capital Workshops and Business Resource Fairs
Under Dumay’s leadership, the Chamber plans to strengthen its presence throughout Nassau County by increasing membership, developing strategic partnerships, supporting business retention and growth efforts, and connecting entrepreneurs with critical resources needed to scale and succeed.
“The opportunity to serve as Nassau County Director is both an honor and a responsibility,” said Ann Dumay. “The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce has a remarkable track record of empowering entrepreneurs and creating opportunities for economic advancement. I look forward to working alongside our members, community leaders, and partners to help businesses grow, create jobs, and strengthen Nassau County’s economic future.”
The Chamber has been recognized for groundbreaking initiatives that have helped elevate minority-owned businesses across the region, including hosting the first Regional Chamber Leadership Development Conference, launching numerous business education and procurement readiness programs, facilitating access to millions of dollars in business resources and opportunities, and creating partnerships with major corporations, government agencies, and financial institutions.
“Ann’s appointment represents another important step in our continued growth and commitment to serving Nassau County’s diverse business community,” said Rose Ward, Vice President of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce and President of NFocus Management Group, LLC. “Her experience, energy, and vision will help us expand our impact and ensure that more entrepreneurs have access to the resources, relationships, and opportunities they need to thrive.”
Today, LIAACC serves hundreds of members and stakeholders and continues to champion economic empowerment through entrepreneurship, workforce development, business advocacy, and community engagement.
Businesses interested in joining the Chamber or learning more about upcoming programs and events are encouraged to visit the Chamber’s website at: https://liaacc.org/join-liaacc/
About: Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. – Founded in 2010, the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (LIAACC) is dedicated to advancing economic development and improving business opportunities for African American and minority-owned businesses throughout Long Island and New York State. Through advocacy, education, networking, technical assistance, and strategic partnerships, the Chamber works to create an environment where businesses can grow, prosper, and contribute to the economic vitality of the communities they serve.
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