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Message from the Chamber

Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce Business Development Corporation
Awards Twenty-Six Scholarships
 
O n April 30, 2018, the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce Business Development Corporation held its 21 st  Annual Excellence in Education (EIE) Scholarship Program.  The event included a scholarship ceremony and awards program - recognizing twenty-six high school seniors as recipients of the Chamber's Business Development Corporation scholarships. In addition, the chamber also awarded the second annual EIE Leadership in Education Award to  Ms. Pamela Lear,  Chief of Staff/Dallas Independent School District; Mr. Bill Mahomes -The Board of Regents/The Texas A&M University System; Dr. Michael McFarland, Superintendent /Crowley Independent School District; and Mr. Byron Sanders President & CEO/Big Thought. Listed below are the high school seniors who received scholarships:

Gloria Akinnibosum
DeSoto High School

Timothy Beechum
Tyler Street Christian Academy

JaCaeron Bolden
Wilmer Hutchins High School

Taylor Brown
DeSoto High School

Tre' Brown
Woodrow Wilson High School

Leticia Bruton
A. Maceo Smith New Tech High School

Cameron Clayton
Lancaster High School

Sundai Gibson
Justin F. Kimball High School

Stefhany Gonzalez
North Dallas High School

Jasmine Gordon
Plano East Senior High School

Amy Guiterrez
A. Maceo Smith New Tech High School

Alejanda Hernandez
James Madison High School

Joseph Hernandez
Justin F. Kimball High School

Cornysia Island
Lancaster High School

Amanda Lira
Dr. Wright L. Lassiter Jr. Early College

Rebecca Nava
A. Maceo Smith New Tech High School

Festus Oyinwola
Emmett J. Conrad High School
Cinthia Rayas
North Dallas High School

Lexie Richards
Skyline High School

Kevin Salomon
James Madison High School



Ana Sanchez
Sunset High School

Jasmine Stiger Smith
Bowie High School

Dorian Perez
Wilmer-Hutchins High School

Carrington Whigham
Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing Arts

Tamia Wilson
David W. Carter High School
Destiney Winn
Justin F. Kimball High School






DBCC News and Events

                            


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.



 May 23rd 12pm

 
 
   
  
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. This New Initiative-hosted by DBCC, features speakers who will share expert insights on treading business topics to help take your business to the next level of success.

May 23rd at 11:30am

  
 
   
  

The Executive Business Summit is a platinum event for high level networking, workshops and keynote addresses focused on positioning business owners with the right people at the right time having the right conversation with our Corporate partners.
June 6th 8:30am

  
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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
 
  
DBCC Membership News & Information
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.


Sign Up
 
INTRODUCING THE NEW DBCC WEBSITE!

We are pleased to announce the launch of our new Website.  The refreshed www.dbcc.org is now an easy-to-access resource.  In addition to a refreshed look, the website offers an updated user experience under the "Chamber University" link.  Here you will find the monthly newsletter, Webinar Wednesday information and your member login section. The site also provides an easy reference calendar on the landing page - providing event details at a glance, as well as an event "feature banner" that can be easily launched to provide details about events and opportunities. Visit the website today for tools, news and networking event information!

 
 
Procurement Opportunities and Jobs
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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