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13/06/2025

California Governor 2026: Sheriff Bianco Prison Agenda vs. Sharifah Hardie Vision for Jobs and Reform

Sheriff Bianco backs more prisons as jobs leave California. Sharifah Hardie champions real reform, economic growth, and a safer future.

06/06/2025

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Women Executives Are Earning Six Figures, But Are They Treated Like Assistants?

Women Executives Are Earning Six Figures, But Are They Treated Like Assistants? Are They Breaking the Executive Glass Ceiling, and Still Picking Up the Pieces?

02/05/2025

SWorx Bottling Company Launches $75M Private Offering to Expand Production Capacity Following URBT Acquisition

URBT expands its portfolio through the acquisition of SWorx Bottling Company, enhancing its manufacturing footprint.

15/02/2025

A very special thank you to Bobbie and Tanya McRae for making this happen. Thank you to Miesha Carter for being the best! Mr. Charles Moore is pretty awesome as well! I just love the entire FAMMO family, even the kids and Michelle Humphries!!!

Thank you Mr. Rich Wallace for giving us the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce!! Https://www.BlackChamberofCommerce.org

ONWARDS AND UPWARDS!!

In Focus SoCal: Black History Month 2025
BY In Focus Staff El Segundo
PUBLISHED 12:40 PM PT Feb. 10, 2025

This year’s Black History Month theme, African Americans and Labor, reflects on the significant role that the hard work of Black Americans has had in building the foundations of the country and its infrastructure and in shaping the America we know today.

The theme also highlights the diverse ways labor intersects with the collective experience of Black people.

On this week’s “In Focus SoCal,” host Tanya McRae looks at how one nonprofit organization is empowering Black business owners and entrepreneurs to thrive and succeed.

Meisha Carter and her husband started their cleaning service company in the 1990s, but it got put on the back burner for about a decade while they bought and flipped homes. With the help of the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce, the couple received encouragement to restart it.

“With the resources that we were given by the Black Chamber, they just showed us how to do our website, make sure everything was in order, our banking, our name, our logo,” said Carter.

The Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce has 15 chapters, with over 300,000 members. It has supported over 5,000 businesses and offers networking opportunities, workshops, seminars and business development programs.

Sharifah Hardie is the president of the Long Beach chapter and has had a successful career in business, marketing and technology.

“I’m passionate about helping Black businesses because when you look at any list that matters, from home ownership to business ownership to land ownership, even to marriage and generational wealth, Black people come at the bottom of that list,” said Hardie. “So it’s my goal to connect business owners to the resources that they need to change their lives and their lives of generations to come.”

https://spectruminfocus.com/section/in-focus/in-focus/2025/02/10/in-focus-socal-black-history-month-2025

12/02/2025

Long Beach Forced to Return $5.6 Million Grant for Homeless Shelter Project

Long Beach city council voted last night to return a $5,616,752 grant to the California Department of Housing and Community

09/02/2025

Richard Wallace: Championing Black Entrepreneurship and Economic Growth

Rich Wallace, president and CEO of the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce, is a […]

04/02/2025

Cannabis Equity Applicant Mae BeReal Overcomes Setbacks in Altadena Eaton Fire

Long Beach Cannabis Equity Applicant Mae BeReal Struggles to Overcome Setbacks After Losing Home in Altadena Eaton Fire

04/02/2025

💖February 13, 2025💖

Celebrating Black Excellence: Legacy, Leadership, and Prosperity
Begins 12:00 PM

Location: Sports Basement, 3rd floor
2100 N Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90815

In honor of Black History Month, Celebrating Black Excellence: Legacy, Leadership, and Prosperity is a dynamic event that brings together entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, and leaders to recognize the achievements, contributions, and impact of the Black community in business and beyond. 💡💡💡🛍️🤝

Hosted by the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce, this powerful gathering highlights the invaluable role that Black entrepreneurs and leaders play in shaping our economy, communities, and legacies. This event emphasizes the importance of recognizing and honoring Black excellence, while fostering a future of growth, opportunity, and unity. 🤝🤝🤝🤝

Register Today: https://blackchamberofcommerce.org/black-history-month-2025

25/01/2025

Join the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce February 13th in honor of Black History Month as we Celebrate Black Excellence: Legacy, Leadership, and Prosperity!!

Vendor, speaker, workshop opportunities available!

Learn more at: https://blackchamberofcommerce.org/black-history-month-2025

18/01/2025

Speakers, Workshops, Comedy, Food and more at Elevate 2025! Join us in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

January 20th 11 AM - 7 PM Sports Basement, 3rd Floor, 2100 N. Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach

50% Off Merchandise with A Touch of Cali at Elevate 2025!

Register now at: https://blackchamberofcommerce.org/long-beach-chapter-elevate-2025/

17/01/2025

Join us on January 20 at Elevate 2025: A Celebration of Legacy and Leadership, hosted by the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce!

Starting at 11:00 AM at Sports Basement, Long Beach, CA, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision of unity and economic justice. This dynamic event features inspiring keynote speakers Sharifah Hardie, BizCare Long Beach, Dr. Rosie Milligan, FAMMO, The Mooney Twins, Dominic Emerson, Ja’net Young, Nakeya Carter, Tye Singleton, Daouda Zalle and many more!

Shop with A Touch of Cali, A Hint of Moss, Suad's Home Essentials, DreamABuild, One of a Kind Denim and Dresses and more.

Enjoy engaging workshops and innovative exhibits. Network with entrepreneurs, enjoy performances from talented comedians, and don’t miss out on exciting giveaways from the Los Angeles Lakers and more! Celebrate with us and be part of the movement towards economic empowerment for all!

Register today at: https://blackchamberofcommerce.org/long-beach-chapter-elevate-2025

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