Power of Inclusion Luncheon: Playing Inside or Out, Disrupting Bias
April 12, 2023
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
$40 Chamber Members
$48 Non Members
Playing Inside or Out
Who’s team are you on? You’ve likely heard or thought of that phrase, rather on a field or not! It is an on-field and off-field description that’s often pondered when unfair activity is afoot. The power endowed in you as a teammate or leader allows for that display of in group/out group favoritism and fairness. Checking yourself is the thing that busts-up those biases. Let’s get to work to disrupt the bias!
Join the presenters of the Durham Chamber of Commerce as we feature Durham resident, Shantell Thomas. She brings 20+ years in the tech arena with RTP area companies as a marketer and D&I practitioner. She’s a trusted confidant of the C-suite, a Durham Business Owner of Eventually and a Conference Speaker. Now, the opportunity exists for you to snag a few tips from her toolbox and maybe even share a few of your own, in this workshop-style session.
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Small Biz Series: Business Capital Readiness - April 2023
The lending landscape has changed from the requirements of the business owner to the qualifications of the capital provider. In this session, you’ll learn the steps to prepare your business to be ready to receive investment (Being capital Ready) and the preparation that you will need to do for your business to meet the funding criteria (Becoming capital Fundable).
Led by La-Tasha Best-Gaddy, Infinity Bridges, Inc.
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Day at the Capitol - April 2023
Join Durham Chamber staff and fellow members to visit downtown Raleigh and state legislators. Ride the Amtrak or bus from Durham or find nearby public parking.
Day at the Capitol Agenda
Transportation Option #1
9:27 - 10:05 a.m.: Amtrak ($14+ roundtrip) from downtown Durham or bus (fare free) to Raleigh
10:05 - 10:30 a.m.: Walk, rideshare, or bus to First Stop
Transportation Option #2
9:30 a.m.: Drive or carpool to Raleigh
10:30 - 11:00 a.m.: First Stop: Coffee & Networking, The Daily Planet Cafe
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Legislative Visits, NC Legislative Building
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.: Lunch, Cafeteria at NC Legislative Building
1:30 p.m.: Event concludes; attendees take preferred transportation back to Durham
Transportation Option #1
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.: Walk, rideshare, or bus to Union Station or bus (fare free) back
3:00 - 3:30 p.m.: Amtrak ($14+ roundtrip) to downtown Durham from Raleigh
Transportation Option #2
Return to parking and depart
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Ribbon Cutting: Carolina Trade & Loan - April 2023
Join us for the ribbon cutting ceremony of a new local business, Carolina Trade & Loan. The event will take place on Wednesday, April 19th from 11am - 1pm. Come witness the official opening of this exciting new business and be a part of the celebration. Following a brief speech and ribbon cutting ceremony, you'll have an opportunity to take a tour of the new store and enjoy some refreshments. Don't miss this chance to be a part of something special and support your local community!
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Bulls Eye View
Public Policy Update from the desk of Bryan Fox, VP of Public Policy
It was a pleasure to present at last week’s County Work Session on our economic development work with partners, and I look forward to hosting many of you in Raleigh next Tuesday. Upcoming local meetings we’re monitoring include the County Commissioners tonight and Joint City-County Committee tomorrow morning. Consider helping fill a vacancy on City & County Boards & Commissions, continue to reach out anytime, and stay tuned for additional Public Policy event announcements.
-Bryan Fox
bfox@durhamchamber.org
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Welcome New Member!
Durham Bottling Co
DBCo. is an inclusive coworking community located in downtown Durham, North Carolina. We are devoted to creating a membership base and an atmosphere that is comfortable, impact-oriented, and growing. More than just tech, DBCo. is committed to being a useful and safe home base for nonprofits, freelancers, creatives, entrepreneurs, new small businesses, and teams who are growing into the influential roles they will surely play in our city and beyond.
For more information, click here
Durham Bottling Co. Afterwork Kickback
Every Tuesday Durham Bottling Co. hosts an afterwork kickback with live music, beer & wine (Melanated Wine), and a food vendor. Be sure to check it out and join them!
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2023 Kickoff to Opportunities
April 15, 2023. 10 am—12 pm The Chesterfield (701 W. Main St. Durham, NC 27701)
• College fair & scholarship fair
• Career exploration
• Military expo
• community engagement fair
• STEM demos
• Networking with other success-minded people and organizations.
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For information regarding sponsorship opportunities or membership benefits, please reach out to Angelique Stallings.
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