Firstrust Bank has partnered with the African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ, and DE to support local entrepreneurs with trusted financial resources to foster growth.

As Philadelphia’s Hometown Bank and the Official Bank of the Philadelphia Eagles, Firstrust is committed to cultivating prosperity for all businesses in the Greater Philadelphia region. This partnership reflects Firstrust’s broader commitment to supporting African-American entrepreneurs as part of its dedication to fostering inclusivity and economic empowerment in the community.

“Philadelphia has a rich, thriving, and diverse business community, but African-American entrepreneurs often face unique challenges in accessing capital and resources needed to scale their businesses,” said Matt Hein, Executive Vice President and Chief Banking Officer at Firstrust Bank. “Firstrust’s partnership with AACC is an active commitment to help mitigate these challenges though programming support and access to trusted financial expertise from Firstrust.”

Through the partnership, Firstrust will participate in two AACC signature programs: Coaching to Capital and Investors Roundtable. As a part of the Coaching to Capital program, Firstrust will mentor small business to help them acquire the development funding necessary to grow their operations. Additionally, Firstrust experts will participate in Investors Roundtable discussions that are open to all AACC members twice a year.

“The African-American Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to partner with Firstrust Bank, a collaboration that will empower our community’s businesses and entrepreneurs,” said Regina Hairston, President and CEO of the African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ, and DE. “This partnership is not just about financial support; it’s about ensuring that our local Black entrepreneurs have access to the tools and resources to create successful and thriving businesses.”

AACC is a membership organization that serves businesses in the public, private, and independent sector that are committed to supporting the economic empowerment and growth of African-American businesses located in the Greater Philadelphia area.

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