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SVBCC Newsletter
Important Business & Community News for You
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Advertise your Business Here!
Opportunity to reach nearly 5,000 people
$50 for Members ~ $75 for Non-Members
Call 408.288.8806 for more info!
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Starting this January 2016 through December 31st, 2016, we will embark on a plan (campaign) to identify all the black businesses in Silicon Valley (Santa Clara County, San Mateo County and Alameda County).
This campaign is designed to be a FUN campaign in that every time someone introduces a black owned business not previously known by the black chamber, their name will be included in a monthly drawing for prizes, special offers, etc.
And at the end of the year everyone who has introduced us to a new black owned business will have an opportunity for a vacation for 2, cash $$$ and even more prizes.
All of this for just helping us identify black businesses in Silicon Valley.
Call (408) 288-8806 |
This year's Historic Super Bowl will be played here in Silicon Valley @ the 49er's Levi Stadium Sunday Feb 7th, 2016 starting at 3:30pm PST |
Super Saturday Night Comedy Showcase
Laugh Your ___ Off !!!
Saturday Night Feb 6, the night before the Big Game!!
Super Comedy Showcase Featuring Nationally known comedian Robert Powell -from Dallas, TX Along with SF Bay Area favorite, Dennis Gaxiola and San Jose's hilariously funny female, PX. Surprise Special Guest Celebrity Host
Laugh, Socialize and Support your favorite local non-profit as this is a fundraiser. Super Bowl weekend you know will be crazy !!
Limited $75 discounted tickets must be purchased "On-Line" with Your Favorite Non-Profit discount code (very limited discounted tickets, so don't wait)
Trianon Threatre 72 N. 5th Street San Jose, CA 95112
Doors Open 7pm (complimentary hors d'oevures) Show starts 8pm FREE Parking across the street (must be out by 12:30am)
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Silicon Valley Black Youth hack-a-thon & NFL 50Fund, Play60, Play on Explosion Events !!!
Want to participate individually or as a family in learning creative ways to exercise 60 min a day or add science & technology to play?
click on links below to learn more
Jan 23rd - Univ of California, Berkeley "Play, Learn & Grow" (register)
Jan 31th - East Palo Alto YMCA "Learning How to Play Right" (register)
--------------------------------------------------------------------- Calling All African American Young Adults ages 16-24 Register for Silicon Valley Black Youth hackathon
Whether you are a novice or experienced, this event is designed for you. $10,000 in cash and prizes - limited registration so register now !!
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Section 4-Certification Workshop
Certify Your Business $$$$$
Want to work with the City of San Jose, County of Santa Clara or the State of California - You need to be Certified !!!
Learn the power of what a certification can do for you and your business.
Position Your business for more Profits by being able to qualify for more contracts.
Saturday Jan 23, 2016 9am-11am
Limited seating so register ASAP |
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STEVEN HUNT - A long-time resident of Silicon Valley and a Tech industry veteran, Steve was most recently with Texas Instruments in Santa Clara as Vice President and General Manager of Power Products Division helping to imagine and create innovative solutions for powering the electronics found in practically everything from Internet infrastructure to ever-smarter smart cars.
In 2014, Steve pivoted into the nonprofit sector and currently works for The Stride Center, a Bay Area nonprofit that creates access to Tech careers and economic mobility for low-income adults who face significant barriers to professional careers but are determined to improve their lives and provide more for their families.
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CHAMBER NEEDS & NEWS....
Chamber Needs: (Interns & Volunteers)
Chamber News
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Contact Chief Development Officer Sheryl Grant (more info)
OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE...The chamber office at 25 North 14th Street, Ste. #505 has one office space available. It's First come, First served for possible immediate occupancy!!
Human Traffic Issue -
Businesses Can View the Super Bowl as an Opportunity to Financially Benefit and to Combat Human Trafficking
Sharan Dhanoa, Coordinator
South Bay Coalition to End Human Trafficking
With the Super Bowl arriving in Santa Clara in less than a month, businesses are preparing to benefit from the influx of patrons coming to the Bay Area to celebrate the event. It is anticipated the hospitality industry will see drastic increases in the number of patrons and will likely accommodate this influx by increasing staff, with some employers subcontracting out.
As with most opportunities for financial gain, there are groups looking to benefit through criminal activity. (read more)
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MEET YOUR MEMBERS
SANDI'S COBBLERCUPS
Welcome to the membership section of our newsletter where we feature a member of the chamber every month. My name is Felicia Davis and I am the membership coordinator and this year we are focused on helping our members to promote their businesses.
By featuring your business we hope to shine a spotlight and help you generate new business, bring new customers and most importantly help generate additional income for your business. If you are interested in spotlighting your business, please send a short bio and why you think we should feature your business and let us know what specials you can offer existing members and specials that you want to offer potential new members.
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MAJOR BUSINESS UPCOMING EVENTS
- Certification Workshop for Small Business Owners - Saturday January 23, 2016 9:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m. (Register Here)
MAJOR COMMUNITY UPCOMING EVENTS
- United Negro College Fund - Gala fundraiser Saturday Jan 30th, San Francisco City View at Metreon (more info)
- Save the Date...2016 African American History Month Flag Raising Ceremony and Reception Friday February 5, 2016. (more info)
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Social Media Connects "You & Our SV Black Chamber"
Like us on Facebook (link)
Follow us on Twitter (link)
See our YouTube Channel (link)
Stay Connected with our chamber for "sponsorship" opportunities and other "value added" promotions we do for our members using social media.
Got an idea on how to promote your product or service through our chamber connections, follow us on Twitter and Facebook. |
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STAY CONNECTED
The Importance of "Staying Connected"
We believe that our newsletter helps YOU stay connected to important news and information about the San Jose and surrounding business community affairs.
We also cover issues that pertain to the Silicon Valley, state and national black community across the nation.
You can "opt" to be just on our "monthly newsletter" Group so you only get emails from the chamber once a month. But don't "opt" OUT unless you must.
Being connected is about being informed and at the end of the day, we want to spend our time and our service wisely.
Thank You for staying "connected" to our Silicon Valley Black Chamber of Commerce
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