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SVBCC Newsletter
August 2016 Volume 57
Important Business & Community News for You
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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!
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President's Message - Why Sponsorship is so Important - Thank You Intel !! 
Diversity - We all have a role to play!
Michael joined Intel in 1990, after graduating from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Michael is currently Intel Vice President and General Manager of the System Technologies & Optimization (STO) of Intel's Software and Services Group (SSG). Michael leads a worldwide organization responsible for platform software development, industry enabling, architecture analysis, and optimization efforts.
Prior to that, Michael has managed several new product developments, research efforts, and engineering groups. He has also served as Intel's initiative owner for power efficiency and pre-silicon software development. In addition, since joining Intel, Michael has been active in diversity efforts within Intel and industry.
Today, he serves and/or volunteers with prominent organizations to promote  technology education and careers for African Americans, women, Native Americans, and other groups underrepresented in science and technology.
(read more...)
Note from the President - Intel believed in our vision of equipping and empowering our youth and funded our 1st Silicon Valley Black Youth hack-a-thon. We will never forget how they stood with us from the very beginning.
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VR hack-a-thon -- Virtual Reality
 WE ARE CODE Fundraising Campaign Commences Aug. 3rd
Oakland vs. Compton Virtual Reality Coding Hackathon Competition for NorCal and SoCal Youth 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 will produce the first annual live streaming "We Are Code" hack-a-thon competition between youth teams from Compton, CA (SoCal) and Oakland, CA (NorCal). The event will involve 100 middle-school and high-school students from each area. 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) HELP US REACH OUR FUNDING GOAL Please make a tax-deductible donation on Wednesday, August 3, 2016 to help raise $30,000 that will allow 200 underserved youth to take part in the 'We Are Code' hack-a-thon. This will be a 24-hour push to advance our fundraising goals. Donate at our Go Fund Me page
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You Don't Want to Miss This !!!
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND
Silicon Valley Black Chamber Leads Mixer
Friday August 19th, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
San Jose's Premier Networking Event!!
MEMBERS - New benefits will be announced!!
Make sure to bring cash with you so that you can participate in a few raffles being held...including a HUGE getaway special!!! 
Free margarita refreshments
(alcohol purchased at the bar only)
Louisiana Bistro
19 No. Market Street
San Jose 95113
Park in Parking garage next to Bistro and get free validation AFTER MIXER COMEDY SHOW !! by Pharaoh
Enjoy "a taste" of comedy
right after our Mixer Friday
Night, by one of own,
Bay Area favorites,
Pharaoh.
Enjoy his comedy each
Monday night at Louisiana
Bistro along with his
special guests (see flyer)-->
FREE Comedy Monday night, just bring a Friend !
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Black Enterprise TechConneXt Summit
TechConneXt 2.0
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
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Ryan Leslie Confirmed to Speak at TechConneXt Summit
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Ron Brown Business & Economic Summit - Women Symposium
Our goal is to help make your business as efficient and profitable as possible.
Attending this event will help expose you and your business to other resources that can help you become more profitable.
Women, please plan to attend.
This is produced by the California State Black Chamber of Commerce in association with the COC - composed of all the state black chamber members.
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Blacks 'n Business Blacks 'n Technology
This ceremonial event is designed to 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 and achievers of Silicon Valley.
Don't Wait - Get your Tickets Now !!!
(ticket link) 
Last year SOLD OUT 1 month in advance
Want to see the BBBT Awards Ceremony 2015 (watch link)
Vendor or Advertise call
(408) 288-8806 for details |
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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 !!!
Support Needed for:
Umoja Academic Success Program
Contact: Khalid White, Ed.D. Professor, Ethnic Studies
Coordinator, Umoja Academic Success Program
San Jose City College (408) 298-2181x 3050 office
The course is enrolling now for fall 2016.
The info needed to register is listed below.
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Fall 2016 Regular
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08/29/16
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12/15/16
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08/30/2016-12/13/2016 Lecture Tuesday 06:00PM - 09:05PM, African American Comm Service, Room 1AACSA
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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.
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MAJOR BUSINESS UPCOMING EVENTS
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SJ Public Library "How to Start a Home Based Business" presented by Juan Borrelli, City of SJ Small Business Ally Wed, Aug 10th 5:30-7 p.m. KL Rm 125 (Dr. Martin Luther King Library)
- SAVE THE DATE...Ron Brown Business & Economic Summit, Thurs Aug 25-27, 2016 Embracing Technology - Women Changing the Corporate Conversation (register here)
MAJOR COMMUNITY UPCOMING EVENTS
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SAVE THE DATE...Sat Aug 6, 2016 Free School Supplies & BBQ (more info)
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Community Wellness Event - Emergency and Disaster Preparedness Friday Sept 2, 2016 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (more info)
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Make sure to visit the market this Wednesday and stock up on all your fruit and veggie needs!
Claire's Egg Farm and Moon Meadow Beef are a great tag team if you're in need of dairy and protein as well; enjoy eggs from cage-free, pasture raised hens, and quality grass fed beef. If you're looking for a bite to eat while at the market, stop by Delicia's Falafel. They have a variety of falafel plates, burgers, and fresh squeezed drinks, perfect for the whole family! Feeling something a little lighter? Snack at Jaden's Kettle Corn - grab a bag of kettle corn, peanuts, or garbanzo beans.
The E. Santa Clara St. Farmers' Market is also be hosting live folk music. Come check out Music in Market on August 3rd and enjoy the sounds of Coffee Zombie Collective, Santa Cruz's own folk cover group!
The market operates from 4PM to 8PM, and music starts at 6:30PM.
In addition to live music, the Joyce Ellington Library will be there with their book sale, and we'll have some fun kids activities!
Come enjoy live music and great food!
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IMMEDIATE JOB OPENINGS!!
Quanergy Career Opportunities - Apply Below
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Social Media Connects "You & Our SV Black Chamber"
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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