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2922 Martin Luther King Jr. BLVD | Bldg A - Suite 104| Dallas, TX 75215 | 214-421-5200 | info@dbcc.org | www.DallasBlackChamber.org
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Message from the Chamber
The Chamber introduces several new services, benefits and resources to expand and strengthen your business. We are also introducing our new website. Take advantage of new training programs and discount benefits and attend the upcoming Chamber networking events including:
- 23rd Samuel L. Brown Annual Golf Tournament
- 21st Annual Excellence in Education Scholarship Ceremony and Reception
- Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce evening at the Dallas Black Dance Theatre
- 5th Annual State of Black Business Forum
Details about the new benefits, training programs and events are captured throughout this newsletter. Contact your Chamber Representative for more information at 214-421-5200.
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SKILLS FOR BUSINESSTRAINING PROGRAM
Professional Development and Leadership Training for DBCC members
The Chamber's commitment to providing value added benefits continues to evolve. We began the year by offering monthly webinars for members and their staff, and this month we are adding a member discount program from Office Depot and a specialized professional development and training program for our member business owners. Our commitment is to offer resources, information and services that are essential to business success and we encourage you to explore these important benefits.
The Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce and Skills for Small Business are teaming up to provide professional development and leadership training for DBCC members and their staff. The Skills for Small Business Program helps to enhance your staff's productivity and profits, through professional development training. The training curriculum is customized to meet the needs of your company.
Provided by seasoned training experts, Skills for Small Business increases business competitiveness, upgrades the skills of current employees and prepares newly hired employees for job requirements.
The DBCC continues to seek opportunities and resources to enhance our members' benefits and to expand the value of membership.
To apply for the Spring/Summer Training calendar, contact the DBCC Member Concierge Representatives (David Griffin or Kimberly Powell) at the Chamber office (214) 421-5200.
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Samuel L. Brown Annual Golf Tournament at Cedar Crest
(Benefiting the Excellence in Education Scholarship Fund)
2018 marks
DBCC's 23
rd
Annual
Samuel L. Brown Scholarship
Golf
Tournament.
The Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce - Business Development Corporation (BDC) provides funding for the Scholarship Program which was established
in 1985. The Chamber's
BDC has funded more than 10,000 scholarships to graduating high school students. The BDC earns the funds each year from several important fund raising events including the golf tournament and the Excellence in Education scholarship program.
Join us as we play a few rounds on the green for a tremendous cause. All proceeds will benefit the Excellence In Education Scholarship Fund.
What: Golf Tournament, including breakfast and awards luncheon
When: April 23, 2018, 7:30 am registration, 8:30 am Shot Gun Start
Where: Cedar Crest Golf Club, 1800 Southerland Avenue, Dallas, TX 75203
Who: 100 golfers, guests, volunteers, plus members of the civic, nonprofit and business community
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April 25
th
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"Business Insurance: What You Need to Know"
featuring
Jeffery S. Jenkins
, Chief Executive Officer, The Jenkins Agency
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The Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce - Business Development Corporation announces the 2018 Excellence in Education Leadership Aw
ard winn
ers.
 The Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce Business Development Corporation ( BDC) and the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce are committed to the growth and development of youth in Dallas. Since the 1980s, the BDC has awarded more than $1 million in academic scholarships to college-bound high school seniors through donations from small and corporate businesses. This year marks the 21
st
Annual Excellence in Education Scholarship Awards Program, to be held at the Texas Discovery Gardens.
To further the intent of the program, the Chamber's BDC will also present the Excellence in Education Leadership Awards at the event. The award recognizes accomplished leaders who have made significant contributions to the improvement of access to education and have a distinguished service record in the community.
We invite you to meet our scholars and celebrate with the 2018 Excellence in Education Leadership Award recipients -
Ms. Pamela Lear
, Chief of Staff for the Dallas ISD,
Mr. Bill Mahomes
Texas A&M Board of Regents,
Dr. Michael McFarland
, Crowley ISD Superintendent and
Mr. Byron Sanders
, President & CEO of Big Thought.
Join us on April 30th
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Chamber Partnership News
Join the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce and the Dallas Black Dance Theatre for an evening of culture and celebration May 18, 2018.
Chamber Members Receive 20% off Regular Ticket Price
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Prada's Collaborative Solutions
Bonner Associated Constructors
Dallas Central Patrol
A.T. Collins Enterprises, LLC
Elliott Travel & Tours
Future Claims Service
Aflac Business Solutions
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NEW! OFFICE DEPOT BENEFITS
Exciting news!
Office Depot has partnered with the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce on a small business savings program to provide discounts in-store and online, plus fantastic new benefits. With your DBCC Business Membership you will receive benefits associated with the Chamber's program.
More than just deals (that extend to almost every item!), you'll also get access to Office Depot's new technology services, local Business Pros and more.
Savings include:
- 20% to 55% off item office supply core list,
- 20% to 55% off retail on cleaning & break room items,
- 10% off branded;
- 20% off private brand ink & toner core list, Average
- 10% off retail on 200 technology core items,
- Free next-day shipping on orders of $50 or more, and
- SIGNIFICANT savings on copy & print.
Sign up for the DBCC Business Member's / Office Depot Small Business Savings Program, administered by Excelerate America.
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The Chamber receives employment, bid and procurement information from partners seeking to work with our member businesses. To help facilitate opportunities and serve as your advocate, we post a selection of these in the newsletter. We encourage you to respond.
If you are a member looking for more job, bid and procurement leads, call the Chamber office at 214-421-5200.
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