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SVBCC Newsletter
October 2016 Volume 59
Important Business & Community News for You
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Advertise your Business Here!
Opportunity to reach nearly 5,000 people
 

MEMBERS
pay Only $40

Non-Members
$75


$40 for Members
 ~ $75 for Non-Members
Call 408.288.8806 for more info!


 
Techconnect 
Black Enterprise TechConneXt Summit
TechConneXt 2.0

Oct 10th - 11th  -  Chamber Discount use code SVBCC 
 
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 .
 





BBBTBlacks 'n Business Blacks 'n Technology    
BlacksnBus
Saturday Nov 5th, 2016 African Americans who've made significant contributions and  achievements here in Silicon Valley are recognized and honored.

 Only 210 tickets left.
Event SOLD OUT weeks before last year. Don't miss out. Get your tickets now!!!

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. 

Buy a Table, Individual Tickets or AD in our Souvenir program Booklet NOW!!

This year's nominees include, Frank Greene (posthumous) of Frank Greene scholars, Lloyd Carney of Brocade, John Thompson of Microsoft, Bernard Tyson of Kaiser Permanente, Shellye Archambeau of Metric Stream, Tristan Walker of Walker & Company and Erik Moore of Base Ventures a VC firm.
(nominees so far)   
 
 
   
Bring your kids and let them see, hear and be in the presence of black history makers, here in Silicon Valley!

See awards ceremony from last year (view edited show) 
 
See short 2min promo (view)

More info call (408) 288-8806 

EDGE
The Northern California Black Chambers of Commerce


Oakland. San Francisco. Silicon Valley and the San Leandro African American Business Council, all invite YOU to 1/2 day workshop on really learning how to get business $$$ with major firms through Prime Contractors.

Take your business to the next level.

Wed morning 8:30am - 12:30pm

EOYDC - East Oakland Youth Development Center

8200 International Blvd
Oakland, CA

Call (408) 288-8806  for more details.   Must RSVP
Cyber
Cyber Security - It's Everyone's Business
Learn how to Protect your Data & your Business

Also
Opportunities for Contracts:

IT Contracts are rare for small IT firms yet opportunities are there, learn to get $$$$ from major corps.

Learn how to get sub-contracts from primes and grow your firm.

Also, hear from Malcolm Palmore of the FBI about cyber-security, its threats and its opportunities.

Brian Arellanes from IT Source will share what he's done to grow his firm in this field while also sharing the tremendous opportunity for minority youth to enter this field.

Limited Seating, Must RSVP
NextGen
  
 
Next Generation Business Academy
Needs YOU !!!!

We use Junior Achievement curriculum with our Business and Person Financial literacy classes
to produce 21st century young entrepreneurs



Youth 
10th, 11th, 12th grade 
Study business and compete to go further

 

Junior Achievement and the Next Generation Bjusiness Academy are partnering to prepare our youth for the 21st century global economy with an Entrepreneurial mindset that will serve them will whether they work for someone or work for themselves.

You can help us by volunteering 1 hr a week for only 1 or 2 weeks.

That's it !!!

There is nothing you have to learn as all assignments are pre-arranged for you.
YOU just show up and be you.

Be a part of our pathways to better
1. Education
2. Employment
3. Entrepreneurship

Contact Aimbrell Shanks - Next Gen coordinator (email addr)
or just register and we'll call you  (register link)

Needs
CHAMBER NEEDS & NEWS....

Chamber Needs:  (Interns & Volunteers)
  • Interns/Volunteers for positions below (more info) 
  • Project Managers
  • Events Coordinator/Planners
  • Data Researchers
  • Admin help and support
I
Internships available at Chamber NOW !!!
call 408-288-8806 
 
 
Chamber News: 
  • S.African Mayor (Capetown) to meet chamber president  
  • SBDC 1-on-1 consulting Services FREE to chamber members and local (Santa Clara County) small businesses - Contact Alicia Owens for more details
 
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 [email protected]

upcoming
MAJOR UPCOMING EVENTS 
 
  • Blacks 'n Business Blacks 'n Technology Awards Ceremony (more info)
  • C.A.R.L. Black College Tour call 408-318-0377
    more info
 

upcoming
MEMBER BENEFITS 

How many of your sales reps fly all over the country to promote your new business, product or services?  As a member of the SVBCC we can help you save money on air, car and hotel expenses and many more things!! Contact Alicia Owens at  408-288-8806 and see if we can't save you some money!!
MAJOR PAST EVENTS
The Silicon Valley Black Chamber of Commerce attended Intel's Black Employees Mixer in September 2016.   
      
Chamber Pres, Rod, Isabela & Charles enjoy Mixer gathering  Barbara Whye, Director of Diversity Strategy shares Intel's numbers   Rita Holiday (center) posing with friends, guests and co-workers    

socialmedia
Social Media Connects  "You & Our SV Black Chamber"

Like us on Facebook  Like us on Facebook  (link)   Made it to 1,000 Likes !!!!

Follow us on Twitter  Follow us on Twitter   (link)

See our YouTube Channel  View our videos on YouTube  (link)

Go directly to SV Black Chamber Website  (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.
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
[email protected]

Karl Welch
Events - Program Mgr

Karriem Abdul Al-Bari
Social Media Director