Our Team
The Cincinnati Minority Business Assistance Center team is here to help move your business forward

Director
Deborah
Deborah Davis is the Director of the Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) which is one of seven statewide programs funded by the Ohio Development Services Agency. The Cincinnati MBAC program is housed at the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky African American Chamber of Commerce. In her role, she helps Ohio small, minority-owned, and socially and economically disadvantaged businesses with state certifications, government contract opportunities, and business growth and development. As the Director of MBAC, Deborah is responsible for providing strategic direction and partnership for clients and small businesses to create solutions to drive innovation, growth, and market share. From 2017 – 2018, the Ohio Development Services Agency has recognized Deborah with two Partner of the Quarter Outreach Leader Awards and two 2018 Outstanding Business Solutions Partner awards.
Davis received her master’s degree in Project Management from Keller School of Management and a master’s degree in Communication from Boston University. She also received her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Northeastern University.

Program Coordinator & Content Creator
James
James Pullins is new to the MBAC team. He started with African American Chamber back in October and joined MBAC at the beginning of April. He does the Programs Coordinator and Content creator role on both sides. James has a background in retail management and art. He currently is enrolled in User Interface Design to further his creative career.

Business Counselor
R. Marlene
R. Marlene Fout is the Business Counselor of the Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) at the satellite office located in Piketon, Ohio. She works with nine Appalachian counties in Ohio (Adams, Gallia, Jackson, Lawrence, Meigs, Pike, Ross, Scioto, and Vinton). Her role is to help Ohio’s small, minority-owned, and socially and economically disadvantaged businesses with state certifications, government contract opportunities, and business growth and development.
Prior to her role with MBAC – Piketon, Marlene worked for many small businesses within the counties she oversees, where she played a vital role in their growth. Her responsibilities ranged from managing daily operations, marketing and advertising, as well as providing customer service management. Marlene’s experience at these small businesses within her select areas has provided her tremendous insight into the needs of small business owners.
Marlene received her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, as well as her bachelor’s degree in Communications with an emphasis in Legal Philosophical Interpretation from Ohio University. Marlene currently resides in Ray, Ohio, right on the border of Vinton and Jackson County. She is an avid volunteer for many organizations, mostly located in Ross County, including the Majestic Theatre and Adena Mansion and Gardens. She is also a member of the League of Women Voters and the Golden Key National Honor Society.

Outreach Coordinator
Vanita
Calling All Entrepreneurs
Become an MBAC Client Enrollment is free
Our services are available without cost to businesses located throughout Ohio and serve the needs of Ohio’s small, minority and disadvantaged businesses.
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Main Office
2303 Gilbert Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45206
Phone: 513-475-7151
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Satellite Office
1862 Shyville Road
Piketon, OH 45661
Working Remotely: Email
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Contact Us
Main Office:
Contact Form
Satellite Office:
Contact Form
Our Team
The Cincinnati Minority Business Assistance Center team is here to help move your business forward

Director
Deborah
Deborah Davis is the Director of the Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) which is one of seven statewide programs funded by the Ohio Development Services Agency. The Cincinnati MBAC program is housed at the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky African American Chamber of Commerce. In her role, she helps Ohio small, minority-owned, and socially and economically disadvantaged businesses with state certifications, government contract opportunities, and business growth and development. As the Director of MBAC, Deborah is responsible for providing strategic direction and partnership for clients and small businesses to create solutions to drive innovation, growth, and market share. From 2017 – 2018, the Ohio Development Services Agency has recognized Deborah with two Partner of the Quarter Outreach Leader Awards and two 2018 Outstanding Business Solutions Partner awards.
Davis received her master’s degree in Project Management from Keller School of Management and a master’s degree in Communication from Boston University. She also received her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Northeastern University.

Program Coordinator & Content Creator
James

Business Counselor
R. Marlene
R. Marlene Fout is the Business Counselor of the Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) at the satellite office located in Piketon, Ohio. She works with nine Appalachian counties in Ohio (Adams, Gallia, Jackson, Lawrence, Meigs, Pike, Ross, Scioto, and Vinton). Her role is to help Ohio’s small, minority-owned, and socially and economically disadvantaged businesses with state certifications, government contract opportunities, and business growth and development.
Prior to her role with MBAC – Piketon, Marlene worked for many small businesses within the counties she oversees, where she played a vital role in their growth. Her responsibilities ranged from managing daily operations, marketing and advertising, as well as providing customer service management. Marlene’s experience at these small businesses within her select areas has provided her tremendous insight into the needs of small business owners.
Marlene received her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, as well as her bachelor’s degree in Communications with an emphasis in Legal Philosophical Interpretation from Ohio University. Marlene currently resides in Ray, Ohio, right on the border of Vinton and Jackson County. She is an avid volunteer for many organizations, mostly located in Ross County, including the Majestic Theatre and Adena Mansion and Gardens. She is also a member of the League of Women Voters and the Golden Key National Honor Society.

Outreach Coordinator
Vanita
Calling All Entrepreneurs
Become an
MBAC Client Enrollment is free
Our services are available without cost to businesses located throughout Ohio and serve the needs of Ohio’s small, minority and disadvantaged businesses.
Visit and like our
Facebook Page For News & Events
Following the Cincinnati Minority Business Assistance Center on Facebook is a great way to stay updated on all the latest news and events.

Main Office
2303 Gilbert Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45206
Phone: 513-475-7151
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Satellite Office
1862 Shyville Road
Piketon, OH 45661
Working Remotely: Email
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Contact Us
Main Office:
Contact Form
Satellite Office:
Contact Form
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Our Team
team is here to help move your business forward

Director
Deborah
Deborah Davis is the Director of the Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) which is one of seven statewide programs funded by the Ohio Development Services Agency. The Cincinnati MBAC program is housed at the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky African American Chamber of Commerce. In her role, she helps Ohio small, minority-owned, and socially and economically disadvantaged businesses with state certifications, government contract opportunities, and business growth and development. As the Director of MBAC, Deborah is responsible for providing strategic direction and partnership for clients and small businesses to create solutions to drive innovation, growth, and market share. From 2017 – 2018, the Ohio Development Services Agency has recognized Deborah with two Partner of the Quarter Outreach Leader Awards and two 2018 Outstanding Business Solutions Partner awards.
Davis received her master’s degree in Project Management from Keller School of Management and a master’s degree in Communication from Boston University. She also received her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Northeastern University.

Program Coordinator & Content Creator
James
James Pullins is new to the MBAC team. He started with African American Chamber back in October and joined MBAC at the beginning of April. He does the Programs Coordinator and Content creator role on both sides. James has a background in retail management and art. He currently is enrolled in User Interface Design to further his creative career.

Business Counselor
R. Marlene
R. Marlene Fout is the Business Counselor of the Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) at the satellite office located in Piketon, Ohio. She works with nine Appalachian counties in Ohio (Adams, Gallia, Jackson, Lawrence, Meigs, Pike, Ross, Scioto, and Vinton). Her role is to help Ohio’s small, minority-owned, and socially and economically disadvantaged businesses with state certifications, government contract opportunities, and business growth and development.
Prior to her role with MBAC – Piketon, Marlene worked for many small businesses within the counties she oversees, where she played a vital role in their growth. Her responsibilities ranged from managing daily operations, marketing and advertising, as well as providing customer service management. Marlene’s experience at these small businesses within her select areas has provided her tremendous insight into the needs of small business owners.
Marlene received her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, as well as her bachelor’s degree in Communications with an emphasis in Legal Philosophical Interpretation from Ohio University. Marlene currently resides in Ray, Ohio, right on the border of Vinton and Jackson County. She is an avid volunteer for many organizations, mostly located in Ross County, including the Majestic Theatre and Adena Mansion and Gardens. She is also a member of the League of Women Voters and the Golden Key National Honor Society.

Outreach Coordinator
Vanita
Calling All Entrepreneurs
Become an MBAC Client Enrollment is free
Our services are available without cost to businesses located throughout Ohio and serve the needs of Ohio’s small, minority and disadvantaged businesses.
Visit and like our
Facebook Page For News & Events
Following the Cincinnati Minority Business Assistance Center on Facebook is a great way to stay updated on all the latest news and events.

Main Office
2303 Gilbert Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45206
Phone: 513-475-7151
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Satellite Office
1862 Shyville Road
Piketon, OH 45661
Working Remotely: Email
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Contact Us
Main Office:
Contact Form
Satellite Office:
Contact Form
Site created by Kenbur