Wesleyan College Partners with Central Georgia Coalition of Black Businesses on Workforce Development and Strengthening the Local Economy

MACON, GA – Wesleyan College and the Central Georgia Coalition of Black Businesses (CGCBB) are pleased to announce the establishment of a new partnership aimed at promoting leadership, education and economic development in Central Georgia. This collaboration, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marks a significant step in fostering community engagement and empowering minority-owned businesses in Middle Georgia.

“Wesleyan College has a proud history of strengthening educational offerings throughout central Georgia,” said Meaghan Blight, President of Wesleyan College. “I am proud to be working with the Central Georgia Coalition of Black Businesses to ensure its members have access to a world-class education that will only seek to grow their business.” 

The partnership between Wesleyan College and the CGCBB will serve as a model for cooperation between educational institutions and local organizations working together to create meaningful change. Both organizations are committed to maintaining active communication and continuously exploring new ways to strengthen the relationship and support the economic and educational development of women and minority communities in Central Georgia.

Since its founding in 1836, Wesleyan College has been a pioneer in women’s education, becoming the first institution in the world to grant degrees to women. Committed to accelerating equality for women through a world-class liberal arts education, Wesleyan continues to serve as a beacon for women worldwide. This new partnership with the CGCBB underscores the college’s dedication to fostering leadership and career development opportunities for women across diverse fields.

The Central Georgia Coalition of Black Businesses, an impactful 501(c)(6) organization serving seven counties in Middle Georgia, represents the collective voice of Black business owners, advocating for economic growth and opportunities. Through this partnership, Wesleyan College and CGCBB seek to address economic disparities, increase college access, and build stronger leadership pipelines for future generations of women leaders.

Wesleyan College is the first college in the world chartered to grant degrees to women. Accelerating equality for women since 1836, Wesleyan provides students with an academically rigorous education in an environment designed to build the strength and resiliency to thrive. Learn more at www.wesleyancollege.edu.

The Central Georgia Coalition of Black Businesses is a 501(c)(6) organization that advocates for the economic development of Black-owned businesses in Middle Georgia. Through its partnership with the Georgia Coalition of Black Chambers, the CGCBB works to strengthen the voice and impact of Black entrepreneurs and foster a thriving local economy.