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
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MEMBERS pay Only $40
Non-Members $75
$40 for Members
~ $75 for Non-Members
Call 408.288.8806 for more info!
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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
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| | Ryan Leslie Confirmed to Speak at TechConneXt Summit . |
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Blacks 'n Business Blacks 'n Technology
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 short 2min promo (view)
More info call (408) 288-8806
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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 $$$ with major firms through Prime Contractors.
Take your business to the next level.
Wed morning 8:30am - 12:30pm
EOYDC - East Oakland Youth Development Center
8200 International Blvd Oakland, CA
Call (408) 288-8806 for more details. Must RSVP
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Cyber Security - It's Everyone's Business
Learn how to Protect your Data & your Business
Also Opportunities for Contracts: IT Contracts are rare for small IT firms yet opportunities are there, learn to get $$$$ 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
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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
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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
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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
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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 UPCOMING EVENTS
- Blacks 'n Business Blacks 'n Technology Awards Ceremony (more info)
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C.A.R.L. Black College Tour call 408-318-0377
more info
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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!!
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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 |
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Social Media Connects "You & Our SV Black Chamber"
See our YouTube Channel (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. |
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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