Palm Coast, FL –  Leslie F. Giscombe, founder & CEO of the African American Entrepreneurs Association has extended the organization’s support for the underserved communities by starting a new chapter in Volusia County.

The African American Entrepreneurs Association’s mission caught the attention of East Central Florida’s Bank of America, which has now become the AAEA’s newest corporate member.

Karen Jacobs, SVP, Market Manager for the East Central Florida Bank of America (BOA), became the AAEA’s newest corporate member.

“BOA has $200 million allocated to direct equity investments in minority entrepreneurs, businesses, and funds. The AAEA is honored to be a part of this program and looks forward to establishing a great relationship,” said Giscombe in a press release on Thursday, April 1, 2021.

For more information about the AAEA log into their website at www.aaeassociation.org.