What We Do:

Sponsored by the Ohio Department of Development, the Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) serves as a catalyst for growth, innovation, and opportunity for small, minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-friendly, and disadvantaged businesses across Ohio. Through strategic guidance, impactful partnerships, and access to critical resources, MBAC equips entrepreneurs and emerging business owners with the tools needed to scale, compete, and succeed in today’s marketplace.

From business development support and access to capital to certification assistance and procurement readiness, MBAC connects businesses to meaningful opportunities that drive sustainable growth and long-term market success. In the Dayton Region, MBAC proudly supports entrepreneurs across Auglaize, Champaign, Clark, Darke, Greene, Logan, Madison, Mercer, Miami, Montgomery, Preble, and Shelby counties, helping build stronger businesses, stronger communities, and a more inclusive regional economy.

  • Tier 1 – Assist businesses in the ideation, conceptual and start-up phase
  • Tier 2 – Work with existing and growth stage businesses to assist with certifications, procurement, and access to capital

HOST CONTACT, LOCATION & HOURS:

Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce
8 N. Main Street, Suite 100
Dayton, OH 45402
M-F from 8a – 5p
PH: 937-226-8280

OUR SERVICES

  • Business management counseling
  • Completing state certification applications
  • Contract procurement assistance
  • Identifying local resources
  • Loan packaging assistance
  • Technical Assistance
  • Marketing plan development
  • Referrals to financial assistance programs