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2922 Martin Luther King Jr. BLVD | Bldg A - Suite 104| Dallas, TX 75215 | 214-421-5200 | [email protected] | www.DallasBlackChamber.org
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Message from the Chamber
Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce Announces
Operations and Fund Development Manager
Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce announces Operations and Fund Development Manager, Kimberly Powell, effective June 1st. Kimberly is an award winning, global sales executive and seasoned strategic planner, who is passionate about empowerment across individual, corporate and non-profit sectors.
"As the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce and our charitable arm, the Dallas Black Chamber Center for Excellence, plan for the future and align ourselves with our members and strategic partners, Kimberly's 20+ years managing relationships with Fortune 50 companies enhances our strategic approach. Kimberly will assist in developing initiatives expanding our advocacy for businesses and youth in the African-American Community." - Darren L. James, Chairman
Kimberly's role was announced at our June 6th Executive Business Summit. As Operations & Fund Development Manager, she will lead the Chamber's programs and staff while the Chamber conducts an executive search for a new President.
"I have always had a front row seat to business, being the daughter of entrepreneurs whose initial company, Cincy Powell's Peach Basket, was the first upscale steakhouse and club in Oak Cliff, opened in the 1980's, catering to a mixed clientele. Early in my career I worked as a loan officer in my family's subsequent business, Citizen's Fidelity Mortgage. I am excited to add value for our Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce members and partners. Relationships drive business results, and I believe the way in which one cultivates, nurtures and leverages relationships is a key element to success - especially for entrepreneurs." - Kimberly Powell, Operations and Fund Development Manager
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We are pleased to have an individual with Kimberly's experience assisting us during this transition period as well as assisting us in preparation for our Dallas Black Chamber Center for Excellence Inaugural Benefit Concert being held on September 7
th at the Toyota Music Factory. Please join us as we welcome Kimberly into the Dallas Black Chamber and the Dallas Black Chamber Center for Excellence.
" - Katrina Keyes, Vice Chair
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The Chamber would like to invite you to our benefit concert being held to fund scholarships and kick-off a capital campaign for a new Chamber Office and Education Building at the Corner of Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. and Malcolm X Blvd. The concert will feature Natural Change with Paul Rodgers, AHOYNZ featuring Kenya C, Calvin Richardson, Maysa with headliner Will Downing. The evening will be co-emceed by Vivica A. Fox and Lynn Hayes. See the flyer and Ticketmaster link below.
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The Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce invites you to join our monthly webinar series featuring experts and leaders from the Dallas/Fort Worth business community. We feature speakers who share expert insights on trending business topics to help take your business to the next level of success. RSVP today!
 "Doing Business with the City of Dallas" featuring
Erica Turner, Outreach Coordinator, City of Dallas.
July 25th at 11:30am
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On June 25
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, the Dallas Black Chamber Center for Excellence kicked off its 2018 Summer Entrepreneurship Program, in partnership with the Circle of Support. This four-week program, facilitated by
Sheilena Dorsey
of Rayne Street Consulting Group, bridges academics to business success by teaching students the basics of starting their own businesses.
The 2018 participants are 26 students in grades 9th thru 12th who reside and attend schools in Southern Dallas County. The students are working together in small teams to develop a business
plan and presentation for a new business concept. At the end of the four-week program, each team will pitch their idea to a panel of judges.
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The Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce held it's platinum event on June 6th at Cityplace. High level networking, an interactive master-class, and keynote addresses focused on positioning business owners with the right people at the right time, and having the right conversations with our corporate partners.
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Thank you to the business community and all DBCC members and partners who participated. Special gratitude to our Presenting Sponsor Wells Fargo.
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DBCC Members and Business Community
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County Commissioner
John Wiley Price
Dallas County District 3
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Kelly Knox
Corporate Communications
Southwest Airlines
Renee McKenney, CMP
Sr. VP & Chief Experience Officer
VISITDALLAS
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Keynote Speaker:
Michael A. Graves
Graves Advisory Group, LLC
Black Enterprise Magazine
Marnese Elder, MBA
DBCC President (2016-2018)
Sr. VP & Associate Chief Talent Officer
Parkland Health & Hospital System
Mark Cooks
Sr. VP & District Manager
Wells Fargo
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Brendon Riley
Sr. VP & Regional Manager
Wells Fargo Commercial Banking
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Gospel Hall of Fame artist Fred Hammond blessed us with a special song and prayer.
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SKILLS FOR SMALL BUSINESS TRAINING PROGRAM
Professional Development and Leadership Training for DBCC members
The Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce and Skills for Small Business are excited about our members who have already taken advantage of this professional development and leadership training. T
he 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.
To apply for the Fall Training calendar, contact the DBCC Member Concierge Representative
David Griffin
at the Chamber office
(214) 421-5200
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Zachary Callahan
Callahan's Cleaning Services
Gerald Stevenson
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NEW!
Text2Give to DBCC
Giving is made even simpler with our new capability for donations via text message!
You can text message your donation in just 2 Quick Steps:
1. Text DBCC to 444999.
2. You will
immediately receive a text message guiding you through your secure donation transaction.
It's that easy! So, pull out your mobile phone and give today!
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NEW! OFFICE DEPOT BENEFITS
"I paid less than $20 for a $44 print job! I'm using my Office Depot/Office Max Small Business Savings Card every chance I get. At these savings it will pay for my annual DBCC membership...and more!"
Text DBCCMMC TO 555-888, and save your card as a photo on your mobile device.
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. Text
DBCCMMC TO 555-888 or sign up below.
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