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Strategic Partnerships With the NBMBAA® Austin Chapter
The National Black MBA Association® Austin Chapter partners with organizations that believe leadership development, professional excellence, and economic opportunity are essential to a thriving Central Texas community.
Our partnerships are collaborative, strategic, and impact-driven. We work alongside organizations to strengthen leadership pipelines, expand access to opportunity, and deliver measurable outcomes for both our community and our partners.
Why Partner With NBMBAA® Austin
NBMBAA® Austin serves as a trusted connector between:
- High-potential students and emerging leaders
- Early- and mid-career professionals
- Senior executives and decision-makers
- Universities, employers, and community institutions
Through partnership, organizations gain:
- Access to future talent and leadership pipelines
- Brand visibility with engaged, high-achieving audiences
- Opportunities for mentorship, thought leadership, and collaboration
- Alignment with a nationally recognized leadership organization
Our Partnership Framework
All partnerships support initiatives aligned with our five core programming channels:
Education
College readiness, academic exposure, and leadership development through initiatives such as Leaders of Tomorrow (LOT®).
Career
Professional development, executive mentorship, and workforce readiness programming.
Entrepreneurship
Exposure to innovation, ownership, and real-world business application.
Lifestyle
Holistic leadership development, financial literacy, wellness, and sustainable success.
Leadership
Ethical leadership, civic engagement, and community-centered impact.
This framework allows partners to engage where their mission, expertise, and goals align most closely.
Partnership Levels
Our partnership levels are designed around engagement and impact, not transactions. Each level builds upon the previous, offering increased collaboration, visibility, and leadership involvement.
Leadership Alliance Partner
For organizations seeking long-term, high-impact engagement through co-hosted programming, advisory participation, and priority visibility.
Education Access Partner
For organizations focused on mentorship, student access, and leadership development through collaborative workshops and events.
Community Impact Partner
For organizations looking to support leadership exposure and early professional development within the community.
Additional Partnership Opportunities
Organizations may also collaborate with NBMBAA® Austin through:
- Student leadership program access
- Travel and competition support
- Scholarship or cohort naming opportunities
- Faculty, staff, or executive engagement
- Workforce pipeline and exposure experiences
Each partnership is designed to be mutually beneficial and mission-aligned.
Our Approach to Partnership
We believe the strongest partnerships are:
- Strategic, not transactional
- Flexible, not one-size-fits-all
- Built for long-term value and shared impact
Our leadership team works closely with partners to ensure collaboration is intentional, meaningful, and aligned with both organizational objectives and community outcomes.
Explore Partnership Opportunities
If your organization is interested in:
- Developing future leaders
- Strengthening professional and talent pipelines
- Making a measurable impact in Central Texas
We invite you to explore partnership opportunities with the NBMBAA® Austin Chapter