Listings on the Bantucola Black Business Directory can be created for a wide variety of businesses. Each business listed should have an ownership stake by an individual or group of individuals of African origin, either as a Black immigrant, African American of Black African descent, or an American Descendant of Slavery (#ADOS).
Please Fill Out the Form Below to Register!
Membership is Free! Once you register, your business will be added within 72 hours. Once registration is complete, you will be able to make changes to your membership. Paid members will be contacted by Member Services to complete to get a membership packet and enjoy all your special benefits. Major corporations with 100 or more employees must register as a corporate sponsor.
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Other Opportunities
Bantucola is committed to helping small businesses in the black community become more visible. Interested in getting more visibility, which can lead to new clients. We offer more than just membership—we provide additional packages designed to help you grow your business and expand your opportunities. Through our Podcasts and Media, you can stay informed on business trends, entrepreneurship, and community updates by accessing episodes from Bantucola’s podcast, available on our Facebook and YouTube pages. Our featured series include the Black Business Showcase, Community Awareness, and The Small Business Project. We also offer Video Commercial Promotion, where we can post your existing commercial or create one for you at an additional fee to effectively communicate your brand message and engage potential customers. Additionally, our monthly business showcase email ensures your business is featured in our newsletter’s welcome email for new members, followed by ongoing highlights in subsequent newsletters to keep your brand at the forefront of our growing community.
Corporate Sponsorships
Bantucola’s Corporate Sponsorship Program offers businesses a unique opportunity to align with the largest African American business directory on the Gulf Coast, gaining visibility and engagement within a thriving entrepreneurial community. As a sponsor, your brand will benefit from enhanced exposure through our digital platforms, events, and media channels, including podcasts, social media promotions, and email campaigns. Sponsorship also provides networking opportunities with Black-owned businesses, community leaders, and potential customers, fostering meaningful relationships and business growth. Additionally, sponsors receive exclusive branding opportunities, such as featured placements in our newsletters, website, and promotional materials, reinforcing your company’s commitment to diversity, economic empowerment, and community development. By partnering with Bantucola, corporations can make a direct impact while expanding their reach in a dynamic and influential market. Guidelines for small business membership doesn’t apply to corporate sponsors. Please see rule for sponsorship following application.
As a client I understand that Bantucola website, social media platform, email list and billboard are focused on the African American community. Therefore, all submitted ads should be designed to attract the African American community. If the ads are NOT designed to meet the African American community, Bantucola will ask to have the ad redesigned or can redesign the ad to meet the audience needs with a fee of $50/hr. All ads should be submitted electronically at least 5 days before production or posting. Initial designs are $150.
As a client, please be aware that ad prices are subject to change after the introductory rates. However, the contract will not change within the contractual agreement.
Upon registering for our sponsorship, the client must submit their payment within twenty-four (24) hours. Once registered, the client agrees to provide a logo for the welcome aboard package. By registering, I hereby acknowledge that I have completely read and fully understand the terms of this agreement.