The Midlands Minority Business Accelerator (MMBA) is a prominent economic development tool of the Columbia Chamber, working in collaboration with the South Carolina Minority Business Accelerator (SCMBA). Formed by the Greenville Chamber, Charleston Metro Chamber, and the Columbia Chamber, SCMBA is a statewide initiative supported by a seed grant from Bank of America. This initiative aims to foster economic inclusion and address disparities faced by minority-owned businesses, providing opportunities for growth and prosperity by enhancing the competitiveness of minority businesses across the Midlands region.
MMBA maximizes the transformative potential of the award-winning StreetWise 'MBA'™ curriculum, providing a comprehensive 100-hour program spread over a calendar year. Through 14 in-class sessions, CEO mentoring groups, and the application of the Interise live-case analysis method, participants engage in a year-long immersive journey. This journey empowers minority-owned businesses by guiding them in developing a customized three-year Strategic Growth Action Plan™. With a focus on job maintenance, creation, and quality, as well as revenue growth and increased access to capital, MMBA equips participants with the tools and support necessary for sustainable growth. By offering business development services, targeted training, and access to partnership opportunities with large corporations, MMBA drives economic development and wealth creation, ensuring the success of small businesses in the Midlands region.
- Exclusive recognition as the Presidential Sponsor and announcement of sponsorship on social media
- Top billing on all MMBA advertising
- Opportunity to have a spotlight article in Chamber eNewsletter
- Static advertisement on MMBA’s webpage for full year of sponsorship
- Opportunity for a company representative to have a seat on the MMBA Advisory Board (subject to prior approval)
- Company name or logo and hyperlink on the MMBA webpage
- Company name or logo and hyperlink on the MMBA Application, Joint Session, and Graduation registration webpages
- Recognition in MMBA specific eCommunications
- Company name or logo on printed and digital SCMBA and MMBA materials for full year of sponsorship
- Opportunity to address the cohort at MMBA’s Kickoff Session, Joint Session, and Graduation
- Opportunity to provide a speaker/panelist for an MMBA Session (subject to prior approval)
- Opportunity for a company representative to attend MMBA’s Kickoff Session, Joint Session, Graduation, and alumni networking events
- Opportunity to place an item in the Joint Session swag bag provided to all SCMBA participants (subject to prior approval)
- Opportunity for a company representative to present certificates to MMBA graduates at graduation
- Annual sponsorship fulfillment report
- First right of renewal to sponsor at this level next year
- Exclusive recognition as the Executive Sponsor and announcement of sponsorship on social media
- Static advertisement on MMBA’s webpage for full year of sponsorship
- Opportunity for a company representative to have a seat on the MMBA Advisory Board (subject to prior approval)
- Company name or logo and hyperlink on the MMBA Application, Joint Session, and Graduation registration webpages
- Recognition in MMBA specific eCommunications
- Company name or logo on printed and digital MMBA materials for full year of sponsorship
- Special recognition from podium at MMBA’s Kickoff Session, monthly class sessions, Joint Session, and Graduation
- Opportunity to provide a speaker/panelist for a class session (subject to prior approval)
- Opportunity for a company representative to attend MMBA’s Kickoff Session, Joint Session, Graduation, and alumni networking events
- Opportunity to place an item in the Joint Session swag bag provided to all SCMBA participants (subject to prior approval)
- Annual sponsorship fulfillment report
- First right of renewal to sponsor at this level next year
- Recognition as a Visionary Sponsor and announcement of sponsorship on social media
- Opportunity for a company representative to have a seat on the MMBA Advisory Board (subject to prior approval)
- Company name or logo and hyperlink on the MMBA Application, Joint Session, and Graduation registration webpages
- Recognition in MMBA specific eCommunications
- Company name or logo on printed and digital MMBA materials for full year of sponsorship
- Special recognition from podium at MMBA’s Kickoff Session, monthly class sessions, Joint Session, and Graduation
- Opportunity for a company representative to attend MMBA’s Kickoff Session, Joint Session, Graduation, and alumni networking events
- Opportunity to place an item in the Joint Session swag bag provided to all SCMBA participants (subject to prior approval)
- Annual sponsorship fulfillment report
- First right of renewal to sponsor at this level next year
- Recognition as an Impact Sponsor and announcement of sponsorship on social media
- Company name or logo and hyperlink on the MMBA Application, Joint Session, and Graduation registration webpages
- Recognition in MMBA specific eCommunications
- Company name or logo on printed and digital MMBA materials for full year of sponsorship
- Special recognition from podium at MMBA’s Kickoff Session, monthly class sessions, Joint Session, and Graduation
- Company name or logo on printed MMBA Graduation program
- Opportunity for a company representative to attend MMBA’s Graduation
- Recognition as Supporter Sponsor
- Company name or logo and hyperlink on the MMBA Application, Joint Session, and Graduation registration webpages
- Recognition in MMBA specific eCommunications
- Company name or logo on printed MMBA Graduation program
- Opportunity for a company representative to attend MMBA’s Graduation
Elevate your brand's visibility and demonstrate your commitment to supporting minority-owned businesses by becoming a Session Sponsor for the Midlands Minority Business Accelerator (MMBA). This exclusive sponsorship opportunity allows you to directly engage with participants during one of our monthly sessions, providing valuable exposure and fostering connections within the Midlands business community.
- Recognition as an MBA Session Sponsor and announcement of sponsorship during your sponsored month
- Opportunity for a company representative to attend your sponsored MBA session
- Opportunity to distribute promotional materials to the MBA participants during your sponsored session day
- Opportunity for a company representative to address the MBA participants during your sponsored session
- Company name or logo on printed MMBA Graduation program
- Opportunity for a company representative to attend MMBA’s Graduation
As the MMBA Alumni Program Sponsor, you will play a vital role in supporting the ongoing success and growth of Midlands Minority Business Accelerator (MMBA) graduates. This exclusive sponsorship provides prominent recognition within the esteemed network of MMBA alumni, offering unparalleled opportunities for engagement and collaboration.
- Exclusive recognition as the MMBA Alumni Program Sponsor and announcement of sponsorship on social media
- Top billing on MMBA Alumni advertising
- Opportunity for a company representative to have a seat on the MMBA Advisory Board (subject to prior approval)
- Company name or logo and hyperlink on the MMBA webpage
- Company name or logo and hyperlink on the MMBA event registration webpages
- Recognition in MMAB Alumni specific eCommunications
- Company name or logo on printed and digital MMBA Alumni materials
- Opportunity to address the audience at MMBA Alumni events
- Opportunity to distribute promotional materials at MBA Alumni events
- Annual sponsorship fulfillment report
- First right of renewal to sponsor at this level next year
Forge meaningful connections and foster engagement within the Midlands Minority Business Accelerator (MMBA) community by becoming a Connection Sponsor. Your sponsorship will contribute to building a vibrant network of minority-owned businesses, enhancing opportunities for collaboration and growth.
- Recognition as a Connection Sponsor and announcement of sponsorship on social media
- Company name or logo and hyperlink on the MMBA event registration webpages
- Recognition in MMAB Alumni specific eCommunications
- Company name or logo on printed and digital MMBA Alumni materials
- Opportunity to distribute promotional materials at MBA Alumni events
- Annual sponsorship fulfillment report
For more information about the MMBA program or sponsorships, please reach out to Leah Kelly.