Detroit Chinese Business Association

What Detroit Chinese Business Association does

Detroit Chinese Business Association (DCBA) is a Michigan-based non-profit membership association founded circa 1997 and headquartered in Troy, MI. The organization facilitates bilateral business relationships between US and Chinese companies, government agencies, and Chinese American businesses primarily in the Detroit metropolitan area. Its core offerings include annual individual ($300) and corporate/professional ($1,000) memberships, signature annual events such as the International Golf Tournament and Chinese Spring Festival Gala, trade seminars on US-China policy, China visa assistance services, a monthly bilingual newsletter (DCBA Online) reaching 1,200+ members, and a job board platform.

DCBA's technology footprint is modest: operations are supported by a WordPress-based website (dcba.com), email marketing systems, social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn), and event management tools. There is no proprietary technology platform or AI/ML capability; the association's value is delivered through human-mediated services, events, and community coordination.

Revenue is generated through four streams: recurring membership dues, event registration fees (e.g., golf foursomes at $1,299), annual corporate sponsorships ($3,000 Bronze to $10,000 Gold), and professional fees from China visa assistance services. The organization is governed by a board of directors with Brian Gao as President and Jason Luo as Chairman of the Advisory Board. Strategic partnerships with the Chinese Consulate General in Chicago, Michigan Economic Development Corp., Oakland University, and corporate sponsors (KPMG, Kerr Russell, Rocket Mortgage, BMTS Technology) underpin its institutional reach.

Name

Detroit Chinese Business Association

Legal name

Detroit Chinese Business Association

Website

https://dcba.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Detroit Chinese Business Association is a non-profit membership association based in Troy, Michigan that facilitates US-China bilateral business relationships through memberships, signature events, trade seminars, and visa services for its 1,200+ member network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Troy

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Annual Membership Fees: DCBA generates revenue from individual and corporate membership dues. Individual membership is priced at $300 annually, while corporate/professional membership costs $1,000 annually.
2. Event Registration and Sponsorship: Major revenue stream from event fees including golf tournaments (foursome $1,299, individual $349, dinner-only $159, golf-only $249) and galas. Additional sponsorship packages range from $3,000 (Bronze) to $10,000 (Gold) for annual sponsorship, with event-specific sponsorships also available.
3. China Visa Services: DCBA provides China visa application assistance services, helping members and clients navigate the visa application process including form review, appointment scheduling, and document preparation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Detroit Chinese Business Association (DCBA) is a non-profit membership-based business association that facilitates bilateral trade and business relationships between US and Chinese companies, with a particular focus on the Detroit/Michigan region. Its core offerings include annual membership programs, signature networking events such as the International Golf Tournament and Chinese Spring Festival Gala, China visa application assistance, trade seminars and conferences, and a bilingual newsletter reaching 1,200+ members across the US and China.

Product overview

Detroit Chinese Business Association (DCBA) is a membership-based business organization offering a portfolio of services focused on facilitating Chinese-American business exchange. The core offerings include annual individual and corporate memberships providing access to networking events, seminars, trade missions, and a bilingual newsletter reaching over 1,200 members. DCBA also provides China visa assistance services and operates event programs including an annual international golf tournament and Chinese Spring Festival Gala. Additional services include a job board platform and customized training in automotive industry trends and business practices.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Annual Individual Membership

Quantifiable outcome

• Email newsletter reaches over 1,200 members in US and China
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Oakland University Music DepartmentminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 February 2019Provided musical performances during the 2019 Chinese New Year Gala, including classical pieces such as Chopin's 'Ballade No.4 in f minor' and traditional Chinese pieces like 'Colorful Clouds Chasing After the Moon'. This partnership enhances the cultural programming of DCBA events.
• MAYE FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 February 2019Awarded scholarships to two outstanding student representatives at the 2019 Gala: Chining Qiu from Taiwan received the 'Outstanding Volunteer Award' and Kailin Wang from Shanghai received the 'Outstanding Dedication Award'. Supports DCBA's mission to encourage student involvement in US-China business.
• Rocket Mortgage PGA ClassicminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 23 February 2019Sponsored golf tournament tickets as lucky draw prizes at the 2019 Chinese New Year Gala. This partnership provides sponsorship items for DCBA events while increasing visibility for Rocket Mortgage among the DCBA community.
• Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 February 2019President Jeff Mason attended the 2019 Gala on behalf of Governor Gretchen Whitmer. MEDC affirmed DCBA's contributions to economic development and cultural exchanges between Michigan and China, with the state government expressing support for Chinese business enterprise development.
• Chinese Consulate General in ChicagominorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 February 2019Acting Consul General Jun Liu delivered remarks at the 2019 Gala, discussing recent achievements in US-China cooperation and praising DCBA's contributions. The Consulate supports DCBA's initiatives and encourages member participation in events like the China International Import Expo.
• Oakland UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 August 2018Host venue for the 23rd Annual International Golf Open in 2018 at the R&S Sharf Golf Course & Pavilion. Dr. Ora Hirsch Pescovitz, President of Oakland University, delivered keynote remarks at the evening banquet. Partnership supports community engagement between the university and Chinese American business community.
• Oakland CountyminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 August 2018County Executive L. Brooks Patterson welcomed attendees at the 2018 Golf Open. Deputy Executive Phil Bertolini presented on cooperation and collaborations with the local Chinese American community, contributing to sustainable economic development in Oakland County.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• World Trade Center Detroit: Detroit-based international trade organization facilitating cross-border business connections, including with China. Comparable to DCBA in regional trade-mission coordination, events, and cross-border facilitation focus.
• Chinese American Association of Greater Chicago: Regional Chinese American business and community organization in a Midwest market adjacent to DCBA. Comparable in its Midwest-anchored Chinese American business community focus, event programming, and membership model. (Exact domain not confirmed.)
• Michigan-China Business Exchange: Likely regional organization facilitating Michigan-China business connections. Comparable to DCBA in its Detroit/Michigan focus on cross-border trade facilitation and networking events. (Domain not confirmed; included as a likely regional analogue.)
• Greater Detroit Chamber of Commerce: Regional chamber of commerce serving the Detroit metro business community with networking events, advocacy, and member services. Comparable to DCBA in its regional membership-association model and event-driven GTM, though not China-focused.

Broad incumbents

• US-China Business Council: National membership-based business association that promotes commercial relations between the United States and China. It serves as a direct functional analogue to DCBA but operates at a national scale with corporate members across industries.
• Asia Society: Leading educational organization promoting understanding and partnerships between the U.S. and Asia, including China. Comparable in its membership, event programming, and cross-border bridge function, though at global scale.
• National Committee on US-China Relations: Nonprofit educational organization that fosters understanding and engagement between the U.S. and China through programming, dialogue, and exchange. Comparable to DCBA in its cross-border bridge role but operating at a national policy level.
• Committee of 100: Chinese American leadership organization of prominent businesspeople and professionals promoting US-China relations. Comparable to DCBA in mission but with a national, high-profile membership and policy advocacy focus.
• US-China Peoples Friendship Association: Nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting mutual understanding and friendly relations between the peoples of the U.S. and China through cultural and educational exchange. Comparable in bridge-building mission but operates at national level with a cultural emphasis.

Direct peers

• China-US Chamber of Commerce: Business association specifically promoting trade and investment between the U.S. and China through networking events, delegations, and member services. Closely aligned with DCBA's mission, event-based GTM, and membership model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/dcba_network
• Facebookfacebook.com/detroitchinesebusinessassociation
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/detroit-chinese-business-association-dcba-
• Instagraminstagram.com/dcba_michigan

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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