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The Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce promotes commerce and industry, advances economic growth, and enhances the quality of life in the City of Oakland.

Take advantage of the many opportunities that Chamber membership presents. You can:

Become more knowledgeable about state-of-the-art business practices and trends that you can apply directly to your own organization. Become more knowledgeable about your neighborhood, your market, your industry, your community. Make new contacts resulting in more business opportunities, for both sales prospects and potential business partners. Draw on a vast resource of experience and expertise represented by the professional Chamber staff and the Chamber’s many members. Join in the many opportunities for camaraderie, recreation and a sense of belonging for you and your employees. Market your business to other businesses through advertising, sponsorships, free Membership Directory and website listings and personal contacts and exposure. Reap the rewards of many free or discounted products and services available to members only from the Chamber and from your fellow members. Take advantage of the clout that comes with membership in the East Bay’s largest, strongest and most effective business organization, providing leadership for more than 100 years. So how do you get these benefits? You have to participate. Long-time members will tell you that they benefit from their memberships in the Chamber in direct proportion to how much they and their employees get involved.

09/10/2026

10 MILLION MEALS and 10 million reasons to celebrate!

Today, SOS Meals on Wheels SOS Meals on Wheels is reaching an incredible milestone: delivering its 10 millionth meal!

This achievement represents so much more than a number. It represents years of nourishing seniors, creating connections, and showing up for our community, meal after meal, delivery after delivery.

The impact is incredible:

•More than 660 volunteers help keep meals rolling
• More than 530,000 meals were served in the last fiscal year alone
• Approximately 3,000 seniors received meals and support

Behind every one of those 10 million meals are dedicated kitchen staff, volunteers, community partners, donors, and supporters who believe in making sure Alameda County seniors have access to nutritious food and meaningful connection.

CONGRATULATIONS!

09/09/2026

What’s next for Oakland’s economy?

Join the Oakland Metro Chamber for a timely Inside Oakland conversation with Chuck Baker, Oakland’s Assistant City Administrator, for an inside look at the ideas and priorities shaping Oakland’s economic future.

From economic development and innovation to workforce opportunities, technology, and stronger commercial corridors, Baker will share how the City is creating new opportunities for Oakland businesses and residents.

We’ll explore Oakland’s economic priorities, the role of public-private partnerships, and what it will take to build a stronger, more innovative, and resilient local economy.

Big ideas. Local impact. Oakland’s future.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4h5iZGa

09/04/2026

Over the course of the program, participants step outside of their day-to-day roles to explore the issues and opportunities impacting Oakland, hear directly from influential leaders and decision-makers, and build meaningful relationships with a diverse cohort of professionals who share a commitment to the city.

Why Leadership Oakland?

Participants gain:

Behind-the-scenes access to organizations and institutions that help make Oakland work
Candid conversations with leaders across business, government, education, nonprofits, public safety, arts and culture, and more
A deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Oakland
Meaningful connections with fellow professionals and community leaders
A network that extends well beyond the program itself

Whether you’re an emerging leader, an established executive, or someone looking to become more deeply connected to Oakland, Leadership Oakland offers a perspective on the city that’s difficult to get anywhere else.

But time is running out.

There is just over one week left to submit your application for the next Leadership Oakland cohort.

If you’ve been thinking about applying, now is the time.

Apply today and experience Oakland differently: https://bit.ly/4wxWuQe

09/02/2026

Yesterday, the Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce’s Community Impact Committee brought together an incredible and packed room of Oakland leaders for our panel, "Investing in Talent: How Philanthropy and Technology Can Build the Workforce of Tomorrow."

The energy in the room proved one thing: Oakland is ready to build, fund, and sustain the tech workforce pipelines of the future. From nonprofit leaders and educators to public sector partners and businesses, the cross-sector collaboration was on full display.

A massive thank you to our incredible speakers who shared actionable insights on breaking down barriers and driving equity-focused investments:

Lili Gangas (Chief Technology Community Officer, Kapor Center)
September Hargrove (California Industry Executive, for Government Banking JPMorganChase)

Thank you to everyone who attended, asked sharp questions, and committed to driving local economic mobility. And a special thanks to Oakstop; the venue was the perfect backdrop for the event. This conversation is just the beginning as we head toward Oakland Tech Week from September 27-October 3.

More information here: https://oaklandtechweek.com/

08/27/2026

How do we build the workforce of tomorrow and ensure Oakland is ready for what’s next?

Join the Oakland Metro Chamber’s Community Impact Committee for a timely conversation on how philanthropy, technology, business, education, and the public sector can work together to create stronger workforce pathways and expand economic opportunity.

We’re excited to welcome:

Lili Gangas, Chief Technology Community Officer, Kapor Center
September Hargrove, California Industry Executive, for Government Banking JPMorganChase

Together, we’ll explore how cross-sector partnerships and strategic investment can help prepare Oakland’s workforce for a rapidly changing economy, while connecting talent to the opportunities of tomorrow.

Come ready to learn, connect, and be part of the conversation shaping Oakland’s future.

Register today: https://bit.ly/4cbaTdl

08/26/2026

What a great afternoon in Oakland!

Today, the Oakland Metro Chamber, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Oakland, hosted a Pre-Ballers Game Mixer at Prescott Market, bringing together nearly 100 community members, business owners, and local leaders for an afternoon of networking, connection, and camaraderie before the Oakland Ballers game.

A big thank you to Donut Petit for the delicious bites and Cafe Noir for the w**e, and to everyone who joined us and helped make the gathering such a success.

We love creating opportunities that bring Oakland’s business and community leaders together, strengthen relationships, and celebrate the people and places that make our city special.

Check out some of the highlights from today’s event!

Prescott Market West Oakland
Donutpetit
Southwest Airlines

08/21/2026

What if you knew Oakland beyond your neighborhood, your network, or your industry

Leadership Oakland is for people who want to understand how this city really works, meet the people shaping its future, and build relationships with other professionals who care about where Oakland is headed.

Over the course of the program, you'll step outside your everyday circle and get an inside look at the businesses, institutions, organizations, and people moving Oakland forward.

You'll have conversations you wouldn't normally have. Visit places you might never otherwise see. Meet leaders across industries. And build a network of people who are just as curious about Oakland as you are.

You don't need to be a CEO.

You don't need to have "leader" in your title.

You just need to be ready to learn, connect, and get more involved in the city around you.

If you've been looking for a way to expand your network, grow professionally, and experience Oakland from a completely different perspective, this might be it.

Know someone who should be in this year's class? Tag them.

Ready to be one of them? Apply today. https://bit.ly/4wxWuQe

08/20/2026

A full house for our August Inside Oakland!

Thank you to Cupid Alexander and Jonathan Russell for an important conversation on the City of Oakland and Alameda County’s efforts to address and end homelessness across our community.

Expertly moderated by Ana Apodaca of First 5 Alameda County, the discussion highlighted current strategies, ongoing challenges, and the importance of collaboration in creating lasting solutions.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such an engaging conversation!

08/17/2026

This Thursday: Inside Oakland

Join the Oakland Metro Chamber for an important conversation on one of our region’s most pressing challenges: homelessness and housing.

We’ll hear from Cupid Alexander, Director of Oakland’s Homelessness Department, and Jonathan Russell, Director of Alameda County Health Housing & Homelessness Services, about the strategies underway to create lasting pathways to housing and improve outcomes for residents.

The conversation will explore how Oakland and Alameda County are working together, the role of regional partnerships, and what collaborative solutions are needed to move our community forward.

Registration is available here: https://bit.ly/45hPuv2

08/14/2026

Leadership Oakland is more than a leadership development program; it’s an opportunity to experience Oakland from the inside out while building meaningful connections with leaders shaping the city’s future.

Throughout the year, participants take part in immersive sessions exploring some of Oakland’s most important sectors and issues, including:

•Leadership Development
•Arts & Education
•City Government, Boards & Commissions
•Public Safety
• Housing & Homelessness
•Health & the Environment
•Culture & Communications
•Business & Transportation

Through site visits and hands-on learning, participants experience Oakland in new ways. They engage directly with leaders across government, business, education, public safety, nonprofits, healthcare, arts, media, transportation, and more. These experiences provide a deeper understanding of how Oakland works and how participants can play a meaningful role in the city’s future.

If you live or work in Oakland and want to strengthen your leadership skills, expand your network, deepen your understanding of the city, and play a greater role in Oakland’s future, Leadership Oakland is for you.

Don’t miss your opportunity to join the next generation of Oakland leaders.

Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/4wxWuQe

Address

300 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Ste. 155
Oakland, CA
94612

Telephone

+15108744800

Website

http://www.oaklandchamber.com/

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