There Is a Place for You Here Whatever Stage You Are At AAE-USA membership is open to:
Entrepreneurs from the African Diaspora who are building or scaling a business in the US
Professionals who want to connect, collaborate, and open doors across US–Africa markets
Students pursuing entrepreneurship, impact investment, or African business development
Friends of Africa who believe entrepreneurship is the most sustainable path to African growth
Access blog posts, expert forums, news updates, research analysis, videos, podcasts, and peer-generated insights, all curated for entrepreneurs navigating US and African markets. Free to access. Community-driven. Always growing.
Build meaningful relationships with people who understand your journey. Connect with potential partners, investors, vendors, mentors, and fellow entrepreneurs from across the African Diaspora and beyond.
Create a business or professional profile on the AAE-USA platform and get visibility in a targeted community that is actively looking to connect, hire, partner, and invest.
Post and showcase your products, services, programs, or business and investment opportunities directly to a community of African Diaspora entrepreneurs and professionals who are your most relevant audience.
Get access to practical resources designed to help you evaluate and act on business and investment opportunities across US and Africa markets.
Start free. Upgrade when you are ready.
Free Account
Basic / Student
Professional
Company / Organization
Who it's for
Individuals exploring the community
Students and early-stage entrepreneurs
Established professionals
Businesses and organizations (up to 2 staff)
Education
View only
View, like and comment
Post content and full interaction
Post content and full interaction
Connection
Invite-only
Can invite, limited messaging
Unlimited messaging
Unlimited messaging
Directory
No access
Limited profile
Full profile with active website link
Full profile with active website link
Marketplace
No access
4 posts/month
2 posts/day
2 posts/day
Toolbox
No access
Limited access
Full access
Full access
Step 1: Choose your plan:
Pick the membership tier that fits where you are right now. You can always upgrade later.
Step 2: Fill in your details:
Complete a short form with your basic information and area of business. This is what connects you to the right people inside the community.
Step 3: Make your payment
Welcome back.
AAE-USA works alongside recognized organizations and platforms to deliver more value to our members.
The Association of African Entrepreneurs-USA, Inc. (AAE-USA) is an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our mission is to mobilize a shared platform for US-based African entrepreneurs, professionals, students, and allies focused on advocacy, education, peer-to-peer mentoring, and the growth of US-Africa business and impact investment opportunities.
We are not a for-profit platform. Every membership dollar goes back into building tools, content, and connections that serve this community.
501(c)(3) Registered Nonprofit
EIN: 46-3422135
Headquarters: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Email: info@aaeusa.org
Believe in what we are building? Support our mission with a tax-deductible donation.
AAE-USA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Your donation is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
