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SVBCC Newsletter
September 2016 Volume 58

Important Business & Community News for You


Advertise your Business Here!
Opportunity to reach nearly 5,000 people


$40 for Members
 ~ $75 for Non-Members
 
Call 408.288.8806 for more info!
BBBTBlacks 'n Business Blacks 'n Technology    
BlacksnBus

Saturday Nov 5th, 2016 we recognize and honor the significant achievements of African Americans in the fields of business and technology here in Silicon Valley. 



What happens in Silicon Valley impacts the world, yet many people do not know the impact of the contributions of African American pioneers of Silicon Valley.



This is an opportunity to dine with corporate contacts, community leaders and government officials while honoring those that have paved the way for us to succeed in business & technology.



Buy a Table, Tickets or AD in our Souvenir program Booklet. Become a vendor or submit an item for auction or raffle NOW!!



Last year many people were amazed when they learned of the contributions of Jerry Lawson, Ken Coleman, Roy Clay Sr. and next generation pioneer Wayne Sutton.



See who this year's nominees are. (nominees so far)   
   
Want to see the 2015 BBBT Awards Ceremony (watch link)



Bring your kids and let them see, hear and be in the presence of black history makers, here in Silicon Valley! 



More info call (408) 288-8806 
MemberSVBCC New Benefits Announcement


The Silicon Valley Black Chamber of Commerce is now adding a travel division to our list of benefits!!! 



For those of you who travel (either leisurely or for business), you can now click on a link that will be provided to CURRENT members ONLY, and you will enjoy discounted flights, hotels, car rentals, vacation packages, cruises etc.  We will also include in this package, discounts on theatre tickets, sports events, Amtrak rides, etc. 



There are so many discounts that you will receive as a member...and it's all FREE to you!!!!!!! 
And it even gets better...if you can't find the best deal on the site provided, you can call the chamber office and we can look at some other sites we have access to and see if we can't get you even a better price than you're searching for.


All current members will receive the link via email and they can start enjoying great savings immediately!!!  If you're not a member, hurry up and join...or renew your membership so you will also enjoy these savings.
 
Member 2 Member Discounts - Call our office

(408) 288-8806
TradeLargest African Trade Show in N. California 
This Weekend Sept 2-4



at Cal-Expo Fairgrounds, Sacramento, CA 


Attend and support the largest African Trade Show in N. California and learn about new technologies that can drive $$$$ to your business OR start a business using these new technologies.



Opportunities await you.



Buy, Trade, Learn more about new markets for your business in Africa.

Press Release (click here)



More info (click here) schedule of events
Techconnect 
Black Enterprise TechConneXt Summit
TechConneXt 2.0



Oct 10th - 11th  
 
BE TechConneXt 
Summit returns for a unique and unparalleled opportunity, bringing the best and brightest of the tech community from Silicon Valley and beyond.
 
Here's what to expect at TechConneXt 2.0"
  • 10 HBCU's compete in this year's BE Smart Hackathon
  • Explore the innovation lab & demo the newest products to hit the scene
  • Find funding sources for your business
  • Discover opportunities with tech companies seeking diverse talent
  • Connect with established leaders from tech hubs across the country
Ryan Leslie Confirmed to Speak at TechConneXt Summit
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CarlHonoring the late Carl Ray

Be a C.A.R.L. - Counsel for Academic Resources and Leadeership
HackLast Chance to Register !!!
Northern California Vs Southern California



WE ARE CODE

VR - Virtual Reality hack-a-thon



Youth 
7th - 11th grade 
competition



 


HACK-A-THON EVENT
During the Labor Day Weekend (Sept. 3-4, 2016),



Dhat Stone High Tech Learning Academy, Bay Area Tutoring Association and the Silicon Valley Center for Entrepreneurial Development



Last chance to get your youth registered for the hack-a-thon, which is a once in a lifetime experience.



Image your student being in the 1st N. CA versus S. CA virtual reality hack-a-thon.



Students will go head-to- head in a two-day competition using STEM principles, the latest programming languages and working with Silicon Valley programmers, engineers, designers and entrepreneurs. (register)
Needs
CHAMBER NEEDS & NEWS....


Chamber Needs:  (Interns & Volunteers)
  • Interns/Volunteers for positions below (more info)
  • Project Manager
  • Events Coordinator/Planner
  • Data Researcher
  • Admin help and support
Internships available at chamber NOW !!!
 
Members
Chamber Membership
Talk to us about the "VALUE" of being a Silicon Valley Black Chamber of Commerce member.


If you're serious about your business, then join our chamber:

We can show you how to
START, FINANCE, GROW and even
EXIT your business for more profit.







Our goal is to help make your business as efficient and profitable as possible. We will work with you to help solve your business problems, while understanding that you have limited resources and a limited budget.


Contact our Membership Director, Felicia Davis fdavis75@gmail.com


upcoming
MAJOR BUSINESS UPCOMING EVENTS 
 
  • Africa Trade Show Friday Sep 2, 2016.  A Trade and Investment Forum with a Touch of a Cultural Festival  (more information) 
  • Black Enterprise TechConneXt Summit 2.0 (register)

     
  • Blacks 'n Business Blacks 'n Technology Awards Ceremony (more info) 


MAJOR COMMUNITY 
 UPCOMING EVENTS
  • C.A.R.L. Black College Tour
 
MAJOR PAST EVENTS
The Silicon Valley Black Chamber of Commerce was at these events in August 2016.   
      
Chamber Mixer Aug 19th Basket Winner Bruce Wilson of the 100 Black Men SV SVBCC & EOYDC teams visit Google before VR hack-a-thon Sept 3-4 
    
 		 Ron brown Conference in Los Angeles, US Black Chamber pres Ron Busby & guests 
  
socialmedia
Social Media Connects  "You & Our SV Black Chamber"




Follow us on Twitter  Follow us on Twitter   (link)


See our YouTube Channel  View our videos on YouTube  (link)  Try it, we think you'll like it 


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.
Carl Davis, Jr

President/Executive Director





John C. Shaw
Assistant to the President 


Kosoluchi Ibe

Intern



SVBCC
25 N. 14th Street
Suite 505
San Jose, CA  95112
408.288.8806 Office
760.652.4818 Fax
Important Chamber Contacts
 
Alicia Owens
Office Management


Felicia Davis

Membership Coordinator
felicia@blackchamber.com



Karl Welch
Events - Program Mgr



Karriem Abdul Al-Bari
Social Media Director
 


Silicon Valley Black Chamber of Commerce | 25 N. 14th Street, Suite 505 | 5th Floor | San Jose | CA | 95112