Posted: Dec 14, 2011 | Category: About Us, Community Grants, Events, Madam C.J. Walker, Membership, Programs, Public Service, Scholarships, Sponsorships
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Posted: Dec 07, 2011 | Category: About Us, Community Grants, Events, Madam C.J. Walker, Membership, Programs, Public Service, Scholarships, Sponsorships
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Mark your calendar for the 14th Annual Madam C.J. Walker Business and Community Recognition Awards Luncheon! We are excited to have a native of Oakland and the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Russlynn Ali, as our keynote speaker and the opportunity to honor four amazing women who are leaders in the corporate, public and private sectors.
Secure your place today by purchasing an individual ticket for $150 per person. Click our Donate button and indicate the name of the attendee on the PayPal checkout page.
If you are interested in sponsoring please download our Sponsorship Letter and Sponsorship Invoice. For further questions contact Cathy Adams of CDA Consulting Group at (5l0) 653‑4085 or cdagroup@aol.com.
Keynote Speaker:
Russlynn Ali, Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education. President Barack Obama nominated Russlynn Ali as assistant secretary for civil rights at the U.S. Department of Education on March 18, 2009, and she was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on May 1, 2009. As assistant secretary, Ali is Secretary Duncan’s primary adviser on civil rights and responsible for enforcing U.S. civil rights laws as they pertain to education—ensuring the nation’s schools, colleges and universities receiving federal funding do not engage in discriminatory conduct related to race, sex, disability or age.
Madam C.J. Walker Corporate Award:
Robin Washington, Senior Vice President, CFO of Gilead Science. At Gilead Science, Robin Washington currently oversees the Investor Relations department, the Global Finance and Information Technology organizations.
Madam C. J. Walker Entrepreneur Award:
Denise Conley, Principal and Owner of Conley Consulting Group, one of few Black, female-owned, real estate economics firms in the country.
Madam C.J. Walker Pioneer Award:
The Honorable Teresa D. Cox, was appointed by the US Commerce Secretary Gary Locke and United States Trade Representative Ambassador Ron Kirk, to serve as a trade advisor, working on small and minority business initiatives.
Madam C.J. Walker Advocacy Award:
Carolyn Russell, Executive Director of A Safe Place (ASP), Oakland’s first shelter for battered women and their children, Carolyn Russell has become a pioneer in the movement of domestic violence.
Posted: Jun 13, 2011 | Category: About Us, Programs, Scholarships, Sponsorships
NCBW/OBAC is currently accepting applications for our 2011– 2012 “Positive Steps” Program.
Positive Steps is a mentoring program for young ladies that focuses on personal growth and development, cultural enrichment, and social development. Positive Steps affords young women, ages 12–17, an opportunity to further recognize their potential for success and move toward their futures, “one step at a time.”
Application deadline is August 15, 2011; applicants are accepted on a first come basis, space is limited.
For applications click here, Positive Steps 2011 — 2012 Applicaton.
Posted: Oct 17, 2010 | Category: About Us, Programs, Public Service, Sponsorships
On Saturday, November 6, 2010 the Oakland Bay Area Chapter hosted our 15th Anniversary Benefit & Corporate Leadership Awards Gala, as we highlighted our commitment to community, recognizing past accomplishments while moving forward to future goals. This milestone event was held at the San Francisco Marriott Marquis, 55 Fourth Street, San Francisco, CA. Proceeds benefit our Chapter’s Programs.
The gala began with a reception at 6:30 p.m., followed by an awards presentation & 2010 Member Induction ceremony & dinner. The night was topped off with a champagne toast, music, and dancing! Music was provided by “The World Famous Rick and Russ Show”. Bay Area Radio Personality Nikki Thomas served as Mistress of Ceremonies.