MEET THE STAFF

Carmen Gates

Director of Training and Community Initiatives

Carmen oversees the day-to-day operations of Training and Community based initiative programing structured to meet the goals, objectives and services delivered commensurate with the mission of the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ).
 
 She works closely with the President/CEO and staff of the AACCNJ and other stakeholders to establish and manage a fast-paced, highly efficient scope of services and duties, educational activities, and other outreach efforts to enhance awareness and the value proposition of the AACCNJ. Carmen hosts and participates in meetings with Government Agencies; at the State, County and Municipal levels, Elected Officials, Higher Education, K-12 Educational Institutions, Chambers of Commerce and Business Associations, Faith Based, Community Organizations and all other stakeholders.
 
 She brings over 25 years of Administrative and Community Outreach to the AACCNJ with experience in planning, training, operations, program management and reporting. She has served successfully in the Assessment/Information Technology, Media, Hospitality, Medical and Legal sectors.