The Global Opportunities Committee (GOC) of the Atlanta Black Chambers (ABC) connects members to global trade, partnerships, and investment opportunities through webinars, workshops, delegations, and conferences. GOC has impacted over 1,000 businesses across 40 countries, facilitating opportunities valued at more than $100 million.
The Global Opportunities Committee (GOC) of the Atlanta Black Chambers is an international business platform designed to connect and support purpose-driven businesses of African descent. We help members access global markets, secure cross-border partnerships, and activate real-world transactions that contribute to a more inclusive global economy. It was created to provide information and access to trade, partnerships, and investment opportunities around the world for our members.
We are on a mission to connect and empower every business in our organization to result-oriented opportunities that will generate real economic value among businesses. We execute this through strategically designed programming such as opportunities webinars, in-person workshops, inbound/outbound delegations, and conferences.
GOC has impacted more than 1,000 businesses across 40 countries within the past year with opportunities valued at more than $100 million dollars.
GOC is committed to generating $100B in global trade, partnership, and investment transactions by 2035, positioning Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs as key players in the world economy.
This vision aligns with our 10-Year Plan to:
• Build a more integrated and inclusive global export community.
The Global Opportunities Committee is led by a team of experienced professionals with deep expertise in international trade, investment, and cross-cultural collaboration. This dynamic leadership brings together decades of strategic insight, operational know-how, and industry-specific knowledge to drive global business development. Their collective experience ensures that members are well-positioned to explore new markets, forge meaningful partnerships, and capitalize on international opportunities that create lasting impact.
On February 23, 2024, the GOC signed a MOU with the Cali Chambers of Commerce to coordinate efforts to support the growth and development of businesses led by entrepreneurs from Colombia.
During the GOC delegation to Southern Africa in 2024, an MOU was executed. Through the agreement, members can explore opportunities for investment in Zimbabwe and other parts of Africa.
The Atlanta Black Chambers & The Kenya
National Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Sign the Historic MOU in Atlanta at the Cobb
Galleria Centre on May 20th, 2024.
The GOC has partnered with RAP Pacífico to partner, trade and invest with Black businesses.
The GOC is pleased to announce the signing of a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Black Entrepreneurs Association (BEA) of Guyana as of November, 2024.
In December, 2024, the Global Opportunities Committee signed an MOU with the Canadian Black Chambers to promote mutual economic growth and opportunities for Black-owned businesses.
