Become a Member of the Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce (OAACC)✊🏾
Your membership is more than a sign-up; it’s a proven investment in growing your business while strengthening the African American small business community and Oakland’s economy as a whole.
As an OAACC member, you gain access to:
Professional development workshops
In-person and virtual networking opportunities
Business development and advocacy support
Business advising, notary services, and certificates of origin
With our refreshed platform, you can:
Update your business profile regularly to increase visibility
Promote your business across OAACC social platforms
Access exclusive coupons, offers, and special deals
Add events to our online calendar
Submit job openings and announcements
Additional Member Perks Include:
Let’s Connect – Every third Wednesday with President & CEO Cathy Adams @cdaconsulting
OAACC Meet & Greet – Every fourth Thursday with fellow members
One-on-one technical assistance (marketing, bookkeeping, contracting, social media, and more—just ask!)
Access to City of Oakland contracting opportunities
Register for contract listings via iSupplier
☑️Bonus perk: a billboard across The town!
We’re confident that the more you engage with OAACC events and programs, the more value you’ll see from your membership.
Welcome to the chamber. Welcome to community. Welcome to growth. 🤝🏾✨
#OAACC #OaklandBusiness #BlackOwnedBusiness #EconomicEmpowerment #SupportLocalBusiness #ChamberLife #OaklandIsBetterInPerson
Celebrating our incredible Chamber President, Cathy Adams, on receiving the Women’s Confidence Award presented by Invisalign at the Bay Area Host Committee event! ✨
Cathy, your leadership, vision, and unwavering commitment to uplifting Oakland’s small businesses and families continue to inspire us every day. This honor reflects the powerful impact you make across our community strengthening our economy, creating opportunities, and reminding us what true service looks like.
We are so proud of you. Congratulations, ICON! 💛✨
#OAACC #OaklandChamber #IconAward #BayAreaHostCommittee #Invisalign #LeadershipInAction #OaklandProud #WomenInLeadership #CommunityImpact #SupportBlackBusiness #OaklandStrong #BayAreaEvents #ChamberOfCommerce #CathyAdams
Oakland continues to rise as a powerful cultural hub for music, arts, storytelling, and community conversations. ✨
Join us for a one-night-only intimate evening at the historic @hjkcenterforarts as music icon @chakakhan takes center stage for Conversations in Music hosted by acclaimed filmmaker and producer @d.channsinberry
This special experience will blend storytelling, legacy, candid conversation, and a live acoustic performance celebrating the music and moments that have impacted generations around the world.
From “Tell Me Something Good” to “I’m Every Woman,” Chaka Khan’s influence continues to inspire across generations through music, advocacy, philanthropy, and culture.
📍 Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts – Oakland
📅 Wednesday, May 20
⏰ 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
This evening reflects the continued commitment to uplifting Black excellence, artistry, and meaningful community dialogue throughout the Bay Area.
#ChakaKhan #Oakland #BlackExcellence #BayAreaEvents #music
🚨Event alert🚨
Relationships impact every part of our lives from personal growth to professional success. Join the Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce for an insightful evening of conversation, reflection, and community at “The Inner Work of Relationships: Patterns, Boundaries & Healthy Choices.”
This powerful panel will explore how patterns, communication, boundaries, wellness, and decision-making shape the way we connect with others personally and professionally. Hear from experts in psychology, wellness, and behavioral finance as they share tools to help build healthier, more intentional relationships.
📍 Oakland, CA
📅 May 20, 2026
Registration Link in BIO🎟️
Come grow, connect, and invest in the inner work that helps create stronger communities and healthier relationships. #Oakland #Relationships #MentalWellness #CommunityHealing #PersonalGrowth
“Sorry, we have plans… the plans: making an impact, uplifting Oakland, and celebrating leadership that continues to open doors for others. ✨🏆
Congratulations to our President & CEO, Cathy Adams, and all of the phenomenal women honored at the San Francisco Business Times Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business. Your leadership, vision, and dedication continue to inspire the next generation of changemakers across the Bay Area. 💫
#WomenWhoLead #MostInfluentialWomen #BayAreaBusiness #Oakland Leadership #covergirl
Happy Mother’s Day from the Oakland African-American Chamber of Commerce 💜✨
Today we celebrate the incredible mothers, grandmothers, businesswomen, caregivers, and community leaders who continue to shape Oakland with love, strength, wisdom, and resilience.
Thank you for the sacrifices you make, the businesses you build, the families you nurture, and the impact you create every single day. Oakland is stronger because of YOU. 🌸
Wishing all of our members and mothers a beautiful and joy-filled Mother’s Day.
#HappyMothersDay #Oakland #celebrate #OaklandMothers #communitystrong
There are over 16,000 small businesses in our district, from restaurants to grocery shops to the arts!
This week, I joined the five multicultural Oakland Chambers of Commerce, local business leaders, and community partners to celebrate the immeasurable contributions of small businesses to the local and state economy.
During Small Business Week and beyond I’m committed to making our federal government work equitably so our small businesses can thrive and continue to employ, serve, and give back to our district.
Our CEO & President Cathy Adams looking absolutely stunning as a featured cover girl for the San Francisco 100 Most Influential Women edition. ✨
This moment is more than a cover, it’s a reflection of years of leadership, advocacy, and dedication to uplifting Oakland businesses, Black entrepreneurship, and our community. We are incredibly proud to celebrate a woman whose impact continues to open doors for others while representing excellence with grace and power. 👏🏾🖤
Congratulations, Cathy, on your well-deserved Aspire Award and this beautiful recognition. The Chamber shines because of your vision and leadership.
#WomenInLeadership #OaklandLeadership #WomenEmpoweringWomen #leadership #impact
“When you climb, leave the door open for others to follow.” ✨
A true reflection of leadership, legacy, and impact. Congratulations to our President and CEO Cathy Adams on receiving the Aspire Award at the San Francisco 100 Most Influential Women — honoring a woman who continues to uplift communities while making sure other women rise with her. 👏🏾💫
#impactawards #leadership #womeninspiringwomen #oaklandlegends #blackexcellence
ROOTED IN LEGACY ✨❤️
Yesterday, we had the honor of attending an intimate and inspiring conversation hosted by Mayor Barbara Lee featuring Oscar-nominated actor Delroy Lindo 🎬🌹
What made the evening even more special was the presence of invited youth from our community, who were able to witness firsthand the wisdom, artistry, and lived experiences shared throughout the conversation.
Delroy Lindo isn’t just an acclaimed actor, he’s a beloved resident of The Town whose family is deeply rooted in the Oakland community.
This was such a special Town experience, and we’re truly grateful we got to be there. Oakland continues to remind us what community, culture, and connection look like. 🤎✨
#thetownexperience #delroylindo #thisisoakland
TODAY’S OAKLAND’S 174th BIRTHDAY 🎉 (Not an anniversary… but hey, the song still slaps 😜)
Established May 4, 1852 📅
We're STILL here and still on the move! ❤️
#thetownexperience #Oakland
