Columbus · Central Ohio

Built by community.
Powered by enterprise.

From your first storefront to your fifth fleet truck, we help Somali American businesses start, grow, and lead.

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Our roots.Our business.Our future.

Business Support

Community Connections

Economic Opportunity

Recognized by Ohio’s leaders

A trusted voice for a community that keeps Ohio moving.

“The Somali American Chamber has been a critical voice for this community. More importantly, your work has been critical to revitalizing Columbus and Central Ohio.”

Mike Carey · U.S. Congressman, Ohio

“You all are contributing richly to the culture and to the business life of our state and our nation.”

Frank LaRose · Ohio Secretary of State

Voices of support

Recognition from Ohio leaders.

Hear directly from Ohio leaders about the Chamber’s work strengthening Columbus, supporting Somali American enterprise, and advancing Central Ohio’s economy.

Ohio Secretary of State

Frank LaRose

A message recognizing the Somali American Chamber and the community’s contribution to Ohio’s business life.

U.S. House of Representatives

Congressman Mike Carey

Congressman Carey speaks about SACC’s leadership and its role in strengthening Columbus and Central Ohio.

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Community in action

Connection creates opportunity.

From business gatherings to resource fairs, SACC helps people meet the partners, information, and neighbors who move ideas forward.

Somali American business and community members attending a Chamber gathering — Business connections

A community member speaking with a Goodwill Columbus representative at a resource fair — Resources within reach

Families and partner organizations gathered at a Somali American community fair — Partners in the community

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Our sponsors

Organizations investing in opportunity.

We are grateful to the partners whose support helps strengthen Somali American businesses and communities.

The opportunity

One of America’s most entrepreneurial communities.

Central Ohio is home to one of America’s largest Somali communities—and one of its most entrepreneurial. Our members are opening restaurants, building logistics fleets, launching professional firms, and revitalizing commercial corridors.

SACC turns that energy into lasting, generational success. We are a network, a resource, and a relentless advocate for Somali American enterprise.

Our story

The numbers behind the community

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75,000+

Somali Americans

SACC community estimate

6,500+

Fleet businesses

SACC industry estimate

500+

Storefront businesses

Across the Columbus metro

41.5%

Entrepreneurship growth

Immigrant founders, 2007–2012

Population and industry figures are SACC community estimates. The City of Columbus officially recognizes Columbus as home to the nation’s second-largest Somali community. View the City record.

What we do

Practical support.
Powerful connections.

Everything we do is designed to move your business forward—from the first idea to the next big contract.

Grow your business

Practical workshops in marketing, finance, compliance, and strategy—skills you can use the next morning.

Build your network

Connections to Somali entrepreneurs, corporate partners, mentors, and public-sector opportunities.

Amplify your voice

Advocacy that puts Somali American business priorities in front of decision-makers.

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Member success story

From one storefront to a Columbus institution.

“It’s the best time for us to open a Somali restaurant because people are really appreciative of the Somali community here in Columbus.”

AB Hassan · Hoyo’s Kitchen
From a modest storefront in 2014 to beloved locations at Columbus’s historic North Market.

Relationships that move our community forward.

SACC brings Somali American business leadership into important conversations with elected officials, diplomats, financial institutions, and global partners.

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