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Dear PCV Community,
Our 25th Anniversary Celebration at Oakstop in Downtown Oakland was a resounding success! Thank you for believing in PCV’s mission of investing restorative capital and closing the gender and racial wealth gap, and bringing your lights to honor our community and entrepreneurs with us. We’re excited to bring 25 more years of community impact with you. Event recap video and photos coming soon!
The lineup of speakers, including Keba Konte- Founder of Red Bay Coffee, Dilawar Syed- Deputy Administrator of the U.S Small Business Administration, Don Howard- President and CEO of The James Irvine Foundation, Trevor Parham- Founder and Owner of Oakstop, Carolyn Johnson- CEO of Black Cultural Zone, and Bulbul Gupta- President and CEO of Pacific Community Ventures, brought invaluable insights, inspiration, and a shared vision for a brighter future. We even received surprise personal messages from President Clinton, along with Deputy Assistant to the President & AA and NHPI Senior Liaison, Erika Moritsugu, and Deputy Secretary of the Treasury, Wally Adeyemo. The energy and passion they conveyed were truly infectious!
Our entrepreneurs and community partners showcased their businesses, offering a vibrant array of food, wine, products, and live music that encapsulated the essence of our thriving communities. The culinary delights from Lila Owens, Javier Sandes, Alicia Kidd, Alicia Wong, Reem Assil, and Nigel Jones, as well as beautiful glass pieces by Ariana Makau. Electrifying performances by Moussah Camara and Celestial Bodies added an extra spark and fun vibes to the evening. In addition, Damien McDuffie wowed us with an incredible Black Panther AR exhibit.
Thank you again for your steadfast support to PCV and the entrepreneurs that make our communities vibrant. And thank you to our sponsors for helping us commemorate this special milestone - Surdna Foundation, Capital One, JPMorgan Chase Bank, City National Bank, U.S. Bank, Heritage Bank of Commerce, and Kaiser Permanente.
PCV Business Advising
Join Pacific Community Ventures (PCV) as a business advising participant and gain access to expert guidance to take your business to new heights. Or become a volunteer advisor and share your knowledge to make a lasting impact on entrepreneurs. Together, we can create thriving communities and businesses. Sign up today and be a part of the change.
Happy Diwali to All
During Diwali, The Festival of Lights and the Hindu New Year, we reflect on the human capacity to overcome darkness with light, both literally and metaphorically. It is a time to cleanse our minds, hearts, and surroundings from negativity, darkness, and brighten our surroundings and hearts, spreading joy, hope, and positivity. May we all be the lights that repel the darkness from our souls, minds, hearts, communities, and world, until there is only peace. Happy Diwali to all.
Virtual Small Business Legal Clinic
Are you in need of business legal advice? If so, join the Virtual Small Business Client legal session on November 30, 2023 hosted by Legal Services for Entrepreneurs. Seeking Business Legal Guidance? Look no further! Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your journey, this event is your gateway to expert legal advice tailored to your small business needs.
Are you driven to make a difference in the realms of racial and economic justice? Join us at PCV and become an integral part of our mission to create change! If you’re passionate about making an impact, apply now! Together, let’s work towards a more equitable world. Learn more and apply at PCV.Org.
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Director of Applied Research, Good Jobs Innovation Lab
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