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Transform your future with career pathways!

Our programs were developed to provide industry-based certifications, credentials, and licenses for growing and sustainable career pathways. We specialize in providing students with the expertise they need for success through hands-on experience and skills-based training.

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Our Services

Activating the mentorship, philanthropy and collaborative spirit needed to spark long-term economic growth and prosperity.

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Change-Making Collaborations

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Why become an AATA student?

AATA is composed of servant leaders. Our programs keep students at the forefront, and our experienced teachers look like the folks being trained. Our job training programs are designed to be inclusive and holistic; we offer tuition-free programming, case management, and other comprehensive student services.

AATA is 100% tuition-free through scholarships, and we are dedicated to providing you with the tools, resources, and support you need to succeed.

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Healthcare

  • 5-Wk | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Licensing
  • 8-Wk | Peer Support Specialist Certification
  • 6mo-1yr | Certified Behavioral / Addiction Technician (CAT) Licensing
Studies show business owners who receive mentorship from successful entrepreneurs are three times more likely to become top performers themselves. AATA offers a variety of training and mentorship programs that address the unique challenges African American entrepreneurs face at every stage of the entrepreneurial journey.
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PHILANTHROPIC INVESTMENTS

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Intentional philanthropic investments are a pivotal way to level the playing field for black-owned businesses.

AATA is committed to facilitating programs and resources that elevate equitable skills training, creating pipelines into growth industries where African American entrepreneurs are under-utilized, and advocating for the deployment of philanthropic capital.

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CHANGE-MAKING COLLABORATIONS

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Systemic racism and America’s history of oppressing the Black community has been catapulted to the forefront over the years. As a result, the movement for change is gaining traction in unprecedented ways.

AATA will continue to form partnerships to ensure black-owned business owners are viewed as experts who have a wealth of knowledge, skills and talents to bring to procurement contracts, business projects and other lucrative opportunities.

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COMMUNITY SUPPORT

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A strong network and community growth are critical for both business success and economic strength.

AATA plays an integral role in connecting entrepreneurs, private firm executives and local changemakers to uplift and position African American communities to contribute to local economic growth.

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Our Members

Meet several of our members – leaders, entrepreneurs and changemakers paving the way for business, community and economic prosperity.

Street Source Marketing & Communications is an agency specializing in shopper marketing, effectively connecting people with products and brands. We exist at the convergence of increasing revenue and improving brand experience by driving growth and visibility within the airport environment.
Ivan BurwellAdvertising // Street Source Marketing & Communications // Owner
Ivan Burwell
Recognized Market Researcher, Black American SME, Thought Leader, Author, Award Winning Speaker. Since 1995, Pepper has been helping large corporations better understand and engage Black America in a positive, relevant way. Some of these companies include: AARP, Bravo Network, Colorado Housing and Finance Authority(CHFA), McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Unilever and The Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
Pepper MillerAuthor, Market Researcher // Pepper Miller // Owner
Pepper Miller
Pynergy Petroleum is a full-service fuel distributor that offer a complete line of gasoline, distillates, and biodiesel including 91-no ethanol, clear diesel (on road), dyed diesel (off road), biodiesel, Avgas, and Kerosene. We offer the highest quality of API certified products in our lubricants line. Our lubricants can be used in heavy civil equipment, heavy-duty vehicles.
Darrell JacksonOil & Gas // Pynergy // President
Darrell Jackson
SynEnergy is a Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing (MEP) design firm, with a strong focus on energy efficiency and high performance building design. We support our clients meet their energy reduction goals with LEED strategy and renewable energy feasibility studies for commercial, industrial and Federal applications.
Mina McCullom PE, CEM Engineering & Technology // SynEnergy // President & CEO
Mina McCullom PE, CEM
Provides organizations with the tools to enhance personal performance and the performance of the organization by designing successful change interventions
Carolyn Love, Ph.D. Organizational Development // Kebaya Coaching ~ Consulting Inc. // Owner
Carolyn Love, Ph.D.

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Members

Providing AATA members with the training and resources to create wealth and make a significant impact on the local economy

Partners

Forming lucrative alliances and partnerships essential to yielding economic growth and sustainable development

Corporations

Connecting corporate executives with a qualified pool of talented black-owned businesses and suppliers

Investors

Executing efforts to pave the way for promising investments that yield maximum social impact
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What Our Clients Say

"Being in that classroom changed my life. Everything I learned there—every lesson, every skill, every moment of encouragement—played a direct role in helping me land the job I have today.
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