Founded in 2020
We are a young organization determined to make a transformative impact. The core of our efforts is to equip members with fresh ideas and that same zeal for transformation through their endeavors. Through our collective endeavors, we hope to display the conviction behind our calls to action. U.S. Coalition of Black Women Businesses is an organization rooted in taking action. Turning Ideas Into Actions! Dealing with the challenges of today requires problem-solvers who bring different perspectives and are willing to take risks.
U.S. Coalition of Black Women emerged out of a pursuit to inspire and support the community, along with a desire for action to speak louder than words.
How We Do It
We love taking your vision to reality. Here’s how we work:
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Become a Member
Join a supportive group of members seeking to be a part of the change they need to see in the world. Membership has its benefits including: (1) Building community through advocacy, (2) accessing a resource repository and social network to support professional and business development, and (3) Contributing to a safe space for women.
Get Involved
We are so happy you’re interested in getting involved with our work here at U.S. Coalition of Black Women Businesses. There are so many ways for you to connect, and we truly appreciate each and every effort. By lending your support, you’ll become a valued member of a women empowered non-profit organization playing a role in strengthening our
operations from the inside out.
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Volunteer Your Time
This is one of the simplest ways to help out our cause and bring about true change. We believe the best way for our initiatives to be successful is for the community to actively be involved. This is an easy and efficient way of contributing to the great work we do at U.S.
Coalition of Black Women Businesses. Get in touch with any questions about how you can
Volunteer your time today.
Make a Donation
Want to join our efforts but not sure where to start? You can help us soar by making a donation. Take advantage of an incredible opportunity to lend your support. It’s a great way to contribute to our cause, and every little bit counts towards paving the path for a better tomorrow. Get in touch with us today for more details about how you can help.
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Advocating the Power of SHEE
The Power of SHEE
Much of the work done by USCBWB is also centered around what we define as the power of SHEE—the power of social, health, and economic equity as it relates to strengthening our businesses and communities from within.
Bringing Change
U.S. Coalition of Black Women Businesses is achieving more with our initiatives than ever before. We work on exciting projects to help improve the lives of others, and are very proud of the progress we continue to make. Learn more about what we do, who we help, and how we work every day to promote positive change.
Reinforcing Advocacy
Advocacy is something that we take very seriously, and our team is working each and every day to make a positive impact. With our organization’s mission always in mind, we strive to find new strategies for reinforcing advocacy. Contact us to learn more about our commitment to advocacy.
One Step at a Time
At USCBWB we are dedicated to stepping up our efforts in addressing issues impacting business and the community. Support is by no means an easy feat, but through cooperation and community. empowerment we believe we can facilitate progress in this area. We strive to make a difference, and invite you to learn more and lend your support.
MEET OUR PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT
DEIDRE HELBERG
FOUNDER & PRESIDENT
Under Deidre Helberg’s visionary leadership, Helberg Electrical Supply LLC has grown from an East-coast-centered firm into a leading national provider of technology-based electrical solutions, with project capability across the US. During her time as President of Helberg Electrical Supply, Deidre has won city, state, and federal contracts throughout the country, added power generation, smart grid products and services, while conserving natural resources through Helberg Electrical Supply’s renewable energy (solar and wind) products and enhanced the firm’s product and service offerings. Ms. Helberg founded Helberg Electrical Supply in May 2003. President and Chief Executive Officer of Helberg Electrical Supply LLC (HES), she leads the firm’s development and implementation of long-range programs and policies. Today, HES carries a full array of energy smart grid solutions which include power generation, power distribution, LED lighting, fixtures, and renewables. Over the course of her career, Deidre has received numerous honors and awards. She also serves as the Founder and President of the U.S. Coalition of Black Women Businesses Inc.
ANITA RUSSELL
NATIONAL VICE PRESIDENT
Anita D Russell is committed to doing BIG things-building
community, inspiring change, and giving back. She is the Founder/CEO of The
Place to SOAR, a social enterprise dedicated to cultivating change, disrupting
limiting beliefs, and empowering deep self-knowledge to unleash human
potential. She utilizes appreciative coaching with a strength-based approach
and specializes in Activism through Coaching by creating a space for courage,
conversation, relationship, and personal accountability for the purpose of
antiracism activation. She is also the visionary behind InflexionPoint Podcast,
created to normalize speaking truth to empower personal transformation and
social change. Anita’s life and career spans multiple disciplines, including
pharmaceutical R&D, learning and development, equity, diversity and
inclusion, and community service. She is an independent author with multiple
bestsellers to her credit.
Anita is a member of the On Call Faculty for the Center for
Creative Leadership. She is a Global Business Connector for Women Speakers
Association. She also serves as a Regional VP of the U.S. Coalition of Black
Women Businesses; VP of Media Relations for the Dr. Edna B. McKenzie Branch of
the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH); and
is a board member of OMA Pittsburgh Center for Mind, Body, and Spirit.
VISION & MISSION
ACTION INTO CHANGE
THE POWER OF SHEE (SOCIAL, HEALTH, AND ECONOMIC EQUITY)
Much of the work done by the U.S. Coalition of Black Women is centered around what we define as the power of SHEE—the power of social, health, and economic equity related to strengthening our businesses and communities from within.
BRINGING CHANGE
U.S. Coalition of Black Women Businesses is achieving more with our initiatives than ever before. We work on exciting projects to help improve the lives of others, and are very proud of the progress we continue to make. Learn more about what we do, who we help, and how we work every day to promote positive change.
REINFORCING ADVOCACY
Advocacy is something that we take very seriously, and our team is working every day to make a positive impact. With our organization’s mission always in mind, we strive to find new strategies for reinforcing advocacy. Contact us to learn more about our commitment to advocacy.
ONE STEP AT A TIME
We are dedicated to stepping up our efforts in addressing issues impacting business and the community. Support is by no means an easy feat but through cooperation and community. Empowerment, we believe we can facilitate progress in this area. We strive to make a difference and invite you to learn more and lend your support.
OUR MISSION IS TO ADVANCE AND STRENGTHEN BLACK WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS IN THE U.S. ECONOMY THROUGH INFLUENCE, PARTNERSHIPS, AND ADVOCACY. WE PROVIDE OUR MEMBERS WITH PROCUREMENT, EDUCATION, AND RESOURCE OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW AND SUSTAIN THEIR BUSINESSES.
Turning Ideas Into Action!
Dealing with the challenges of today requires problem-solvers who bring different perspectives and are willing to take risks.
U.S. Coalition of Black Women emerged out of a pursuit to inspire and support the community, along with a desire for actions to speak louder than words.
