CHAMBER'S INVITATION

Come Join the SVBCC for the March 20 and 27, 2023 Member Meeting. Following Meetings will be every 3rd Monday
Our Very First Town Hall Meeting in 2023
SAVE THE DATE
WHAT' S NEW?

NEW ACTIVITIES- NEW SERVICES-NEW OPERATIONS-NEW MEMBER RATES

HOW DOES IT WORK?
The business acceleration program is dedicated to help build businesses with integrated services that provide you with assistance, support and training services for your business no matter the season your business lifecycle is in.
ADVERTISE HERE
WHEN YOU JOIN THE CHAMBER AS A MEMBER FOR THE FIRST TIME - WE HAVE A GIFT FOR YOU -
FREE ADVERTISING!!!
MEMBER BENEFITS
MEMBER BENEFIT - GET BUSINESS DISCOUNTS AT
OFFICE DEPOT
Sign Up For Discounts Through The Chamber
The Northern California Black Chamber Presidents Association, NCBCPA, is excited to work with valued partner Office Depot to encourage “Stay at Home and be Productive” initiative.

Print coupon, use QR Code or go On-Line using link below to sign-up for 10-70% Discounts and FREE shipping (with orders of $50 or more) or pick it up at Office Depot store nearest you.

Use chamber code NCBCPA on link to Sign Up for BEST Discounts!!!
MEMBER BENEFIT - FEATURES MEMBER OF THE MONTH
The Growth Coach of San Jose

Ramon Ware has spent his career building and leading teams, from the Air Force to corporate America to the startup scene, and now he is available to bring his experience to your business as The Growth Coach of San Jose South. You can learn more about Ramon and what he has to offer at: https://www.thegrowthcoach.com/san-jose-south. 

Ramon's goal is to leverage the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences that he gained from over 30+ years in leadership positions (10+ as an executive), to help as many business owners and executives reach their goals/vision.
Major Business Relationship And Vendor Development Opportunities
2023 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE NOW
We encourage you to share the following opportunities with students that demonstrate leadership ability through exemplary community service and academic talent. Learn more about our available scholarships below.
High School Junior & Senior Scholarship
CBC Spouses Essay Contest — Open Date: January 2, 2023
For more information regarding scholarship qualifications and application closing dates, please visit cbcfinc.org/scholarships or email us at scholarships@cbcfinc.org.
The MicroBusiness COVID-19 Relief Grant Program (Sacramento County Microbusiness Grant Program) is made possible by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate and the County of Sacramento.

Sacramento County Microbusiness Grant Program is here to help supply funding to our local microbusinesses throughout Sacramento County to aid in the recovery from the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic to the microbusiness community.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Bringing Everyone’s Strengths Together (BEST) Grant Program 2023-2026
 
The City of San José Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services BEST Grant Program is now accepting applications for its next triennial funding cycle, which runs from September 1, 2023 through August 31, 2026.  This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is designed to create partnerships with organizations to provide youth violence prevention, intervention, and diversion services. Applicants must be a nonprofit with a 501(c)(3) status, a government agency, or a legally-recognized faith-based organization. 
 
City staff will host two identical workshops over to review the grant application content and the WebGrants system for application submission. All applicants must attend one of the two workshops in order to apply.
 
Workshops will be conducted over zoom, a communications platform that allows users to connect with video, audio, and phone.
How To Improve Your Business Website To Turn Visitors Into Sales
SCORE Event Details
WHEN: 03/16/2023 10:00 AM PST
Is your website converting online visitor's into leads or sales?
Missed a show broadcast??? Catch up on previous shows at YOUR convenience through our "Podcast" page link
.CALIFORNIA BUSINESS CONNECTIONS
Every Saturday at 2:30 pm PST
We Discuss Business Matters That Matter For You!!
Join Us "Live" On Saturdays
Saturdays at 2:30 pm PST
NEED HELP LAUNCHING YOUR BUSINESS - OR NEED BUSINESS ADVICE?
Having trouble launching your business? Do you need someone to sit down with you to pitch your ideas and help you get to the next level? Click on the link and hit connect, and ask for a counselor. Our own chamber president, Sam Washington is also available to help guide you. Feel free to request him.
SPONSORS AND PARTNERS
On behalf of the African Diaspora Network we want to welcome you to the eighth annual African Diaspora Investment Symposium (ADIS23), held from March 22-24, 2023 at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, CA, USA. This flagship event has drawn attendees from over 80 countries in the last eight years.

For three days, leaders and entrepreneurs from across the globe will gather to reimagine possibilities, co-create solutions, and explore opportunities that reimagine and envision the future of the continent.
The 1st A3 YOUTH SUMMIT, representing SJ & SC, @ Levi Stadium, for President Obama's My Brother's Keeper!! Come Join over 500 Youth from Throughout the Bay area
SATURDAY 3/25/23 9:00AM-4:00PM
The Team Challenge
You look like an engineer

Abby’s main goal for Tech Challenge is to help build a bigger and more inclusive tent for students in STEM. Under Abby’s leadership, the number of girls and underserved students who complete The TechChallenge each year has more than doubled. Registration for the 2023 Tech Challenge, presented by Amazon, closes on March 31. 
FUTURE ENTREPRENEURS
ALGANESH GEREZGIHER BOOKKEEPER FOR SVBCC
ALSO SPECIALIZES IN TAX PREPARATION
Absolute FREE training!!! Come join a community of traders for absolutely free!!!
Office Manager of SVBCC-SVCED Alicia Owens
SPECIAL HIRING OPPORTUNITIES


Whether you are interested in working for a large company or a nonprofit organization, the African American Community Service Agency (AACSA) has got your back! Join us for our Career and Resource Fair! We will have onsite mock interviews, on-the-spot hiring, resume support, coaching, health and wellness referrals, stylists, prizes and more!
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