About Our Chapter

The National Black MBA Association, Inc. (NBMBAA) is a non-profit organization of minority MBAs, business professionals, entrepreneurs and MBA students. With thousands of members world-wide working in both private and public sectors, we share a commitment to education and business—the two principal keys to the economic development of the Black community.

Our geographical diversity is strong, encompassing 40 chapters in the United States and members at-large in Africa, Europe, Asia/Pacific and Latin America

Empowering Visionaries

NBMBAA represents the most powerful network of individuals and partners dedicated to increasing corporate diversity, access to capital and intellectual advancement. We provide access to knowledge and success through our five channels of engagement: education, career, leadership, entrepreneurship and lifestyle.

Whether you are currently a student, newly-minted MBA, seasoned executive or high-achieving entrepreneur, we invite you to join and claim the advantages of one extraordinary membership!

Demographics

* MBAs between the ages of 31-40 comprise 53% of our membership -- demonstrating the professional strength and maturity of our constituency. MBAs between the ages of 26-30 comprise 21% of the membership.
* Thirty percent of the NBMBAA members work in business administration and advertising/marketing management positions while 26% work in the manufacturing and financial services industries.
* Today, 17% of our members enjoy household incomes between $50,000-$75,000; 34% between $75,000-$100,000; and 21% over $100,000.
* NBMBAA membership has increased 300% since 1980 -- an average annual rate of 15%. Current membership totals over 6,000!
* The NBMBAA has grown to include 40 chapters in major cities nationwide.
* The NBMBAA Annual Conference & Exposition has experienced phenomenal growth -- from 150 conference participants in 1980 to over 10,000 participants and over 400 Fortune 1000 Corporate Partners!

HISTORY

The South Florida Chapter was founded in 1987 by 5 MBA employees of Ryder System and Burger King Corporation and chartered on December 18, 1987 by 18 members. One of the Charter members continues to serve on the Executive Board today. The chapter has had only 6 Presidents in its entire history, a number of who remain involved in the chapter.

The South Florida Chapter is known for the success of awarding Scholarships to many deserving students. Since 1989, the chapter has awarded over $90,000 in scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students majoring in Business Administration. Scholarships have been awarded to South Florida applicants from both the National chapter and the community. Review our Programs link for more information on scholarships.

Additionally, our signature Leaders of Tomorrow (LOT) Program has placed our Chapter on the map. We have one of the most successful LOT programs amongst the 40 chapters. In 2007, three of our Leaders won the NBMBAA LOT Case Competition, sponsored by Exxon Mobil at the Wharton School of Business in Philadelphia, PA. We have approximately 20 students actively involved in the program, with up to 50% attending the National Conference each year. Review our Programs link to learn more information about the Leaders of Tomorrow program.

The South Florida Chapter has an annual Golf Classic that supports our Scholarship and LOT Program. Review our Programs link for insight on the Golf Classic.

Our strategies include but are not limited to:

Establishing and maintaining an effective information and communication network

Enhancing the membership's professional and career development goals and interests through leadership training, skill building, social awareness and program funding.

Providing continued business education as a means for skill enhancement.

Developing and implementing programs that assist students and members in their career paths.
Providing a Job Bank that assists employers in hiring and retaining African-American professionals.
Facilitating business development by assisting current and prospective entrepreneurs with the creation of sound business strategies.