American Small Business Chamber of Commerce

What American Small Business Chamber of Commerce does

The American Small Business Chamber of Commerce (ASBCC) is a Washington, DC-based membership-funded trade association that serves as the self-described 'nation's leading Small Business Supplier Advocate' for small businesses pursuing federal contracts. Its core offering is a tiered membership program — Supplier Membership at $395/year for active government suppliers, Small Business Membership at $199/year for non-suppliers, and a complimentary Registrant tier — combined with industry, agency, prime-contractor, and issue-focused member networks that connect small businesses with federal agencies and large prime contractors.

ASBCC monetizes engagement through annual and virtual summits, paid training webinars (GSA OASIS+, federal contract vehicle selection), event registrations ($105–$310), and a multi-tier event sponsorship program (Bronze $600 through Diamond $2,000). It does not operate a proprietary technology platform; its services are human-facilitated matchmaking, in-person and virtual training, advocacy publications, and policy research reports such as America's Economic Engine and the DOGE federal supplier impact analysis. Notable programs include the BidMatch System, FedCon Optimization Program, and the annual Excellence in Small Business Contracting Awards.

ASBCC is governed by an independent, member-funded model with no parent company or outside capital, and is led by President Charmagne Manning, who joined in February 2025 from the U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce. Strategic priorities in 2025 have centered on advocacy around executive orders and DOGE-related contract terminations (small businesses held 60.22% of DOGE-terminated contracts), joining the Restore Fair Access™ national campaign, and co-hosting summits with the U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce to broaden reach across women-owned and general small business federal contractor constituencies.

Name

American Small Business Chamber of Commerce

Legal name

The American Small Business Chamber of Commerce

Website

https://asbcc.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

ASBCC is a Washington, DC-based, member-funded trade association that advocates for small businesses seeking federal contracts. It offers tiered memberships, summits, matchmaking with federal agencies and large primes, training on contract vehicles, and policy research on small business procurement.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from Supplier Members ($395), Small Business Members ($199), and Associate Members (Government, Large Prime Contractors, Resource Partners). Membership provides access to networks, events, and matchmaking services.
2. Event Registration Fees: Revenue from summit and meeting registrations with tiered pricing based on membership level. Fees range from $105-$310 for summits and $15-$35 for webinars. Government agency and large prime contractor representatives receive complimentary access.
3. Event Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships at Diamond ($2,000), Platinum ($1,500), Gold ($1,200), Silver ($800), and Bronze ($600) tiers provide extra visibility and summit registration benefits.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The American Small Business Chamber of Commerce (ASBCC) is a membership-based trade association that provides advocacy, training, and matchmaking services to help small businesses access federal contracting opportunities. It connects small businesses with federal agency buyers and large prime contractors through summits, webinars, member networks, and policy advocacy. The organization is funded by its members only and operates as an independent watchdog for small business supplier interests in the federal procurement market.

Product overview

The American Small Business Chamber of Commerce is a membership-based advocacy organization offering a portfolio of programs and services to help small businesses access federal contracting opportunities. The core offerings include tiered membership programs (Supplier, Small Business, and Registrant levels), the annual National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit (both in-person and virtual formats), GSA OASIS+ training webinars, federal contract vehicle selection guidance, one-on-one matchmaking with federal agencies and prime contractors, member industry networks, policy research publications, and an annual Excellence in Small Business Contracting Awards program. The organization connects small businesses with government agencies, large primes, and policymakers to power greater participation and success in federal contracting.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ASBCC Membership Programs

Quantifiable outcome

• 73,833 small businesses engaged in federal contracting through ASBCC network (down from 144,774 in 2008)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• U.S. Women's Chamber of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 November 2026Co-hosting the National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit & Luncheon Fall 2026 with a luncheon celebrating 25 Years of Advocacy. Jointly organized event providing matchmaking, education, and networking opportunities for small business federal contractors.
• Restore Fair Access™ CampaignflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 May 2025ASBCC joined as a National Partner Organization in the Restore Fair Access™ campaign. This critical initiative unites small businesses, local communities, and economic advocates nationwide to protect fair access to federal contracts, secure economic opportunities for all businesses, and preserve a vibrant, competitive American economy.
• L3HarrisminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum sponsor of the National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit Virtual Summer 2026.
• BAE SystemsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBronze sponsor and confirmed large prime contractor participant for matchmaking at National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit Virtual Summer 2026.
• Lockheed Martin CorporationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerConfirmed large prime contractor for matchmaking at National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit Virtual Summer 2026, seeking contractors in NAICS codes 336415, 336417, 335910, 333248, 334417, 332812.
• Kimberly Services LLCminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold sponsor of the National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit Virtual Summer 2026.
• 3 Bears CybersecurityminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold sponsor of the National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit Virtual Summer 2026.
• GovEagleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold sponsor of the National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit Virtual Summer 2026.
• Wellsourced, Inc.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold sponsor of the National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit Virtual Summer 2026.
• Leader Mutual Freight System, Inc.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold sponsor of the National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit Virtual Summer 2026.
• Accenture Federal ServicesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerConfirmed large prime contractor for matchmaking at National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit Virtual Summer 2026, seeking contractors with HUBZone and SDVOSB certifications.
• Siemens Government Technologies, Inc.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerConfirmed large prime contractor for matchmaking at National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit Virtual Summer 2026, seeking contractors in NAICS codes 561621 and 238210 only.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• National Federation of Independent Business: One of the largest U.S. small business advocacy organizations with deep federal lobbying presence. A broader incumbent that overlaps ASBCC's small business advocacy role but operates at much greater scale and across all industries rather than federal contracting specifically.
• U.S. Chamber of Commerce: The largest U.S. business federation, representing businesses of all sizes including engagement on federal procurement policy. Comparable as a broad-based chamber advocating for business access to federal contracts, though with much larger scope and resources than ASBCC.

Direct peers

• National Small Business Association: A 501(c)(6) small business advocacy organization providing policy representation and member services. Comparable to ASBCC as a membership-funded association serving small business interests across federal procurement and regulatory issues.
• U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce: A national chamber of commerce advocating for women-owned businesses, including federal contractors. Directly comparable to ASBCC in mission, membership structure, and policy advocacy focus; it is also an active ASBCC co-host and partner.
• SCORE: A nonprofit association providing mentoring, education, and resources to small businesses. Comparable to ASBCC in offering educational programming and member services, though SCORE is volunteer-mentor led and partially government-funded rather than fully member-funded.
• National Association of Government Contractors: A membership organization for federal contracting firms. Closely comparable to ASBCC in targeting government contractors and offering networking, training, and advocacy services, though historically more focused on larger contractors.
• National Association of Women Business Owners: A dues-funded association advocating for women business owners across all industries. Comparable to ASBCC as a membership-based advocacy organization for an underserved small business segment, including federal contracting members.

Emerging players

• HUBZone Contractors National Council: A membership organization specifically representing HUBZone-certified federal contractors. Comparable to ASBCC in serving a small business contractor niche, though focused on a single certification program rather than the full supplier ecosystem.
• Small Business Majority: A small business advocacy organization focused on policy, research, and access to capital. Comparable to ASBCC in policy advocacy and small business representation, though with a broader scope beyond federal contracting.

Others

• Association of Procurement Technical Assistance Centers: An association representing PTACs, which provide government-funded counseling to small businesses on federal contracting. Comparable to ASBCC in training and matchmaking services for federal contractors, but operating in a public-sector funding model rather than member dues.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/AmericanSBCC
• Facebookfacebook.com/AmericanSBCC
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/americansbcc

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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