It is with a very heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of Tom Guarino on December 30th from COVID. Having worked in Public Affairs for PGE for close to 20 years as well as CEO of not one but two Chamber’s in Northern California, Tom was a dedicated member of our Chamber family and a giant presence in Oakland.
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Small local businesses have been hit hard by the global pandemic. The Oakland Chamber of Commerce’s own Ashleigh Smallwood, Small Business and Workforce Manager, explains the Chamber’s approach to helping these businesses survive and thrive.
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Keep Oakland Alive has made supporting local Oakland businesses simple, efficient and online. Also check out our featured events for ways to celebrate this holiday season in Oakland.
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The Chamber is finding new ways to continue providing our members and the community with events and briefings to keep Oakland informed and connected during the COVID-19 pandemic. From Town Halls with the Mayor to Small Business Administration webinars, you can peruse an archive of selected event recordings and materials online.
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The Chamber Foundation is excited to partner with Community Kitchens, a free meal program created to serve Oakland communities suffering from food insecurity during the Covid-19 crisis, as their fiscal sponsor. Originated by the team at Luka’s Oakland Taproom & Lounge, the program raises funds to purchase low-cost meals from local restaurants for community distribution to unsheltered residents.
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The Chamber is finding new ways to continue providing our members and the community with events and briefings to keep Oakland informed and connected during the COVID-19 pandemic. From Town Halls with the Mayor to Small Business Administration webinars, you can peruse an archive of selected event recordings and materials online.
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