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NBL Membership

Find the right path for your business.

The National Business League (NBL), founded by Booker T. Washington, is a membership organization that supports and empowers Black-owned businesses. Here is an outline of the NBL membership platform:

Joining the NBL: 

  • Access the user-friendly online membership portal. 
  • Choose the membership tier that aligns with your needs and goals. 
  • Note that national-level membership requires payment of an annual technology maintenance fee, while membership at the local chapter level is free

NBL Structure: 

  • The NBL operates through a network of local business leagues and affiliate Black Business Leagues of commerce. 
  • It serves as the membership, program, and resource arm of the national organization, covering all 50 states and the Pan-African diaspora.

Member Benefits: 

  • Networking opportunities: Attend events and meetings to connect with other business owners, stakeholders, and community leaders. 
  • Business promotion: Access free or discounted advertising in Business Leagues publications and websites, along with marketing and PR resources. 
  • Advocacy and representation: Benefit from the NBL’s lobbying efforts on behalf of the local business community and have a voice in government affairs. 
  • Professional development: Attend seminars, workshops, and training programs to enhance business skills and stay updated on industry trends. 
  • Access to resources: Obtain discounted business resources, such as planning, legal and financial advice, and other services. 
  • Community involvement: Participate in community events and contribute to local economic growth and development. 
  • Discounts and perks: Enjoy discounts on products and services offered by other members, as well as exclusive access to certain events or programs.

NBL Zoom Digital Suite - Special Offer $150.00

(Value: $650.00):

As an update, here are the exclusive Zoom features that are included in NBL membership for the website description:

Meetings: 

  • Host meetings with up to 500 participants. 
  • Enjoy unlimited meetings for business use. 
  • Get 5 GB of cloud recording storage. 
  • Benefit from automated captions during meetings. 
  • Utilize the whiteboard feature for collaborative drawing and annotations. 
  • Access unlimited editable boards for brainstorming and collaboration. 

Standard Features: 

  • Take advantage of advanced document controls to manage and share files effectively. 
  • Engage in team chat with dedicated channels for collaboration, file sharing, and more. 

 

Mail & Calendar:

  • Use the Mail and Calendar Client & Service beta, allowing seamless integration of email and calendar management.

By becoming a member of the NBL, you gain access to these Zoom features to enhance your communication, collaboration, and productivity within your business or organization.

NBL Membership Categories

  1. Community (Honorary Member) – FREE
  2. Student Membership ($5 Annually)
  3. Student Digital Suite ($150 Annually)
  4. Professional Membership ($10 Annually)
  5. Professional Digital Suite ($150 Annually)
  6. Enterprise Membership ($19 Annually)
  7. Enterprise Digital Suite ($150 Annually)
  8. Organization Membership ($100 Annually)
  9. Organization Digital Suite ($150 Annually)
  10. Corporate Membership ($1,500+ – $1M Annually)

Levels & Benefits

TRIBE

Student Membership

$5 Annual membership
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  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Membership Portal
  • Student Business League Chapter

TRIBE

Student Digital Suite

$150 Annual membership
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  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Membership Portal
  • Zoom Deluxe Account
  • Student Business League Chapter

WARRIOR

Professional Membership

$10 Annual membership
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  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Membership Portal
  • City Business League/Black Chamber Chapter

WARRIOR

Professional Digital Suite

$150 Annual membership
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  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Membership Portal
  • Zoom Deluxe Account
  • City Business League/Black Chamber Chapter

ADVOCATE

Enterprise Membership

$19 Annual membership
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  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Membership Portal
  • City Business League/Black Chamber Chapter
  • Benefits and Services Portal

ADVOCATE

Enterprise Digital Suite

$150 Annual membership
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  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Membership Portal
  • City Business League/Black Chamber Chapter
  • Zoom Deluxe Account
  • Benefits and Services Portal

CHAMPION

Organization Membership

$100 Annual membership
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  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Membership Portal
  • City Business League/Black Chamber Chapter
  • Benefits and Services Portal

CHAMPION

Organization Digital Suite

$150 Annual membership
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  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Membership Portal
  • City Business League/Black Chamber Chapter
  • Zoom Deluxe Account
  • Benefits and Services Portal

Corporate Membership

ALLY

Corporate

$1500 – $1M Annually
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  • Access to Black Businesses
  • Annual Membership
  • Black Economic Freedom Campaign Supporter
  • Corporate Profile
  • Custom Event and Program Sponsorship
  • E-Newsletter, Website and Mobile App Advertisement
  • National Press Conference Circle Levels
  • National Black Supplier Development Program Participation
  • National Press Release Circle Levels
  • Online Business Directory Listing
  • Presenting Sponsorship Opportunity Circle Levels
  • Signature Logo Placement
  • Social Media Promotion
  • Talent Pipeline Posting

NBL Philosophy

The NBL aligns with Booker T. Washington’s business model and philosophy, emphasizing education, practical skills, community building, entrepreneurship, self-reliance, financial literacy, advocacy, and support for Black-owned businesses. 

By joining the NBL, Black-owned businesses can benefit from a supportive community, gain access to resources, and develop the necessary tools for economic advancement and success.