The Somali-American Chamber of Commerce was founded
in Columbus, Ohio circa 2003 by a group of Somali
entrepreneurs and businessmen from different
backgrounds - including merchants, professionals,
developers, retailers and restaurant owners, as well
as those involved in trade associations and social
service organizations. All were united by a common
interest to serve and do business with the growing
community of an estimated 75,000 Somalis in Central
Ohio.