We are a chamber of commerce that facilitates professionalism and economic viability for black owned and operated businesses

ANE Global

About Us

We are a social enterprise that facilitates professionalism and economic viability among black owned and operated businesses.
We are a chamber of commerce that brings together a network of aspiring, growth and established entrepreneurs in the black community with shared interests that can be harnessed for mutual benefit and to unlock potentials for network, partnership, synergy and business prosperity. Our offerings include. A collaborative platform that provides a safe environment to connect, and to trade ideas, offerings and engage in several business activities. Affordable training on point skills required to excel in entrepreneurship endeavors due largely to the ability to leverage economies of scale for reduced rates Access to funding opportunities needed by member business operators to scale their businesses. Mentorship through several opportunities to meet established business operators of similar heritage who have found ways to successfully navigate the complexities in the market

Our Mission

We identify, nurture and support aspiring and growth black entrepreneurs to own and operate economically viable businesses through platforms that facilitate networking, mentoring, training, and accessing funding required to innovate, execute and become established

Our Service Offerings

Networking
We provide a platform that facilitates partnership with a cross section of business community that encompasses aspiring to established entrepreneurs.
Business Referrals
Our members can take advantage of a captive pool of potential customers in our community to advertise their products and services and enjoy the patronage of people with shared identity...
Training
We provide a variety of training programs that focus on different aspects of running a successful business. These include webinars, modular programs and masterclass series
Funding
Our knowledge of various funding opportunities is always a welcome asset as we continue to explore opportunities to create awareness on resources that members can leverage either...
Mentoring
We provide several opportunities of connection between new and upcoming entrepreneurs and the more established business owners across industries Those with mentorship prospects are...

Leadership Team

Emmanuel Adebola - Executive Director
Emmanuel Adebola, brings extensive experience from business and technology consulting and has spent over two decades managing and coordinating international engagements in Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Kenya, Uganda, Gabon), Europe (UK and Spain), North America (Canada and USA). He has worked for several tier-one multinationals... Read More
Babatunde Eyitayo - Finance Director
Babatunde Eyitayo, is an experienced and highly motivated entrepreneur with over two decades spanning work experiences in the financial industry across different sectors setting up new businesses, working with SME’s and healthy and distressed firms. In the many years he has spent as an employee and in consulting, he has grown to be... Read More
Chuma Okereke - Operations Director
Chuma Okereke comes with extensive background in engineering, project management, technology, and a deep commitment to community service. He has a bachelor degree in engineering and dual masters degrees in engineering and software from McMaster University, which underscores his dedication to excellence in dynamic technology and engineering... Read More
Francis Idiakheua - Board Member
Francis Idiakheua is a seasoned Financial Planning executive and registered immigration consultant. He also heads a church ministry that is based in Milton, ON.
Nkiruka Omorotionmwan - Board Member
Nkiruka Omorotionmwan is a Technology consultant and has extensive experience across several sectors, including Oil & Gas, Public Sector, and Financial Services. She has strong capabilities in management consulting, organizational design , Program, and Project Management Operations. She is the alumni president of INSEAD, a global... Read More
Philip Otutu - Board Member
Philip Otutu is a dedicated and results-driven real estate broker, committed to helping clients achieve their property goals. With over 20years working experience and an in-depth understanding of the local market, a passion for real estate, and a focus on exceptional customer service, Philip is a go-to resource for all real estate needs... Read More
Teena Ogunbiyi - Board Member
Tinuke (Teena) Ogunbiyi, is a Practiced Engineer with over 11 years’ work experience in Motorola & BlackBerry in US & Canada. Originally a Computer Engineer from Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria, Teena has a master’s degree in Telecommunications (from Southern Methodist University, Dallas TX) and an executive MBA program in Richard... Read More
Nnenna Uboma - Advisory
Nnenna Uboma PhD, is a transformational leader, mentor, coach, and tech guru who has demonstrated her prowess in business insight and analytics. She has assumed leadership roles and has become a trailblazer for aspiring black professionals seeking careers in the data domain. Over the last seven years, she has personally mentored and... Read More

City Connect

4pm, Saturday, 27th January 2024
City Connect sessions provide just the right environment to network with ANE Global members, affiliates and to celebrate the achievements of black owned and operated businesses within their communities. We welcome participants from nearby cities who want to join in the fun.

2023 Events - Business Mentoring

Virtual Connect Sept 2023

Event Flyer

Founding Executive Team

We had a great time at Pur & Simple in Burlington...everything was on point
We would love to hear what your unique selling proposition is as such there is always room for more enterprising business owners in our community
A collection of our leadership team with a board member
You never know who you might meet at our networking events...it's the hub of stars
You are most welcome to join the party
What is a good meal without the color?
Our network events provide a unique opportunity to meet new people and expand networks
We love the good live and always encourage our mambers to work and play hard...bon appetit
We are committed to making the lives of newly arrived immigrants better
We have visited a number of shelters in the GTA

Location

Our members' activities are within South Central Ontario.
Canada Office
Milton, Ontario, Canada