Returning to the Office Webinar
2022-04-05 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Join us as we partner with My Benefits Advisor to learn the do’s and don’ts about returning to the office. Shelly Bloom, Director of Legislative Awareness and Training will discuss the pros and cons of working from home vs. working in the office, any mandates regarding being vaccinated to return to the office, and how preparation can prevent pitfalls.

There is no charge for this event but you must RSVP by April 1, 2022
412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com
We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP!

Sponsored by: Poise Foundation

PowerBreakfast Meeting with Pittsburgh Technical College
2022-04-15 07:30 - 09:00 (America/New_York) | Rivers Club, One Oxford Centre, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Alicia Harvey-Smith, President and CEO
Pittsburgh Technical College

Dr. Harvey-Smith was unanimously elected by the college’s Presidential Search Committee and Board of Trustees in July 2019. Dr. Harvey-Smith has nearly three decades of experience in academic leadership. Join us and hear from the Pittsburgh Technical College President and CEO. She will discuss the benefits of attending the college and talk about how to do business with the college.

RSVP by: April 13, 2022
(Confirmation guarantees payment)
(412) 392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

Please plan to attend!

Sponsored by: Duquesne Light Company

How to do Business with the Pittsburgh Pirates
2022-04-19 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Please join the President of the Pittsburgh Pirates Travis Williams and his procurement team as they will discuss their process of doing business with small businesses. Now is your opportunity to do business with the Pirates, you do not want to miss this webinar.

Register now and mark your calendar.

There is no charge for this event, but you must RSVP by April 15, 2022
412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP.

Hosted by: Pittsburgh Pirates

How to do Business with the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh
2022-04-27 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | PA
This workshop will introduce you to the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh procedures on doing business. Associate Member Renelda Colvin, MBE/WBE Compliance Specialist will discuss their process for doing business with small businesses.

You do not want to miss this webinar if your firm is interested in doing business with the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh!

There is no charge for this event, but you must RSVP by April 25, 2022
412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP.

Lending Through Business Banking Webinar
2022-05-11 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Join us as Corporate Sponsor Jason White of JP Morgan Chase discusses the various lending options through business banking. These options include the various business entities a company may select. Also, Mr. White will discuss the business banking loan options along with the best loan solutions for your business. Have your questions ready for this very informative webinar.
Don’t Miss It!

RSVP by May 6, 2022 to 412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP.

Annual Meeting and Luncheon
2022-05-19 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Omni William Penn Hotel, 530 William Penn Pl., Pittsburgh, PA, 15219, United States
The Board of Directors cordially invites you to attend the virtual

Annual Members’ Meeting and Luncheon
Friday, May 19, 2021
Members Meeting: 11:00am – 11:45am

Luncheon: 12:00noon – 1:30pm

Speaker:
Kevin E. Walker, President and CEO
Duquesne Light Company

How the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh can Help Your Business
2022-05-26 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | PA
James Reid, Manager, Strategic Initiatives and Business Growth Strategies will lead this workshop designed to introduce Chamber Members to the business resources offered by the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh.
You do not want to miss this webinar if your firm is interested in doing business with the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh!

RSVP by May 20, 2022 to 412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP.

How to fill Out an Invitation to Bid (IFB) and a Request for Proposal (RFP) Webinar
2022-06-15 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Join us as Associate Members Kim Detrick and Renelda Colvin walk you through the do’s and don’ts of completing an IFB and RFP correctly. Contracts for all areas including I.T., printing, website design, construction, product development, and commercial cleaning services just to mention a few!

You do not want to miss this follow-up webinar from the How to do Business with the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh webinar.

Please RSVP by June 13, 2022 to 412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP.

Elevator Pitch Webinar
2022-06-22 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | PA
Presenter:
Mel Pirchesky, President
Eagle Ventures, Inc.

Want to measurably increase the likelihood of your success? Learn the makings of a “great, not good, Elevator Pitch” with Mel Pirchesky. Having raised over $100 million of capital, Mel will coach you in refining or creating your Pitch. The goal of this workshop is to assist participants in refining a pitch that much more effectively articulates their value proposition to prospective customers and investors.

Please be prepared with an opening sentence or two of the value proposition of your idea, service or product for the webinar. You will have the opportunity to work on your delivery during the webinar.

Please RSVP by June 20, 2022 to 412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP!

Members' Orientation
2022-06-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | PA
This program is designed for new and existing members.

Come learn what makes our organized body unique and the role you play as a Chamber member. There will be an overview of the Chamber and the Chamber Foundation, membership benefits, and the structure of programs offered to help you access business opportunities. You will also get a preview of programming planned for fall 2022. This is a session you do not want to miss!

Please RSVP by June 21, 2022
412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP!

PowerBreakfast Meeting
2022-06-24 07:30 - 09:00 (America/New_York) | Rivers Club, One Oxford Centre, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Guest Speaker:
Byron Stripling, Principal Pops Conductor
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

Join us as we welcome the new Principal Pops Conductor of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra! We will learn about his professional journey and his vision of leadership and engagement through music, as well as get a taste of his talent with a brief performance.
RSVP by: June 22, 2022
(Confirmation guarantees payment)

(412) 392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

Please plan to attend!

Sponsored by: Duquesne Light Company

5th Annual Golf Clinic
2022-07-29 08:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Bob O’Connor Golf Course, 5370 Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, United States
The African American Chamber of Commerce of Western Pennsylvania will be hosting our 5th Annual Golf Clinic:

This interactive workshop and clinic will be led by national player development expert and instructor, Anthony G. Stepney, PGA from Orlando, Florida. He will introduce, instruct and review various golf techniques — including pitching, putting and full swing. As you know, golf has been a longstanding business tool that helps to create and sustain corporate and small business relationships.

Meet the Terminal Modernization Program Primes
2022-09-14 11:00 - 14:00 UTC | Koppers Building Conference Center, 436 Seventh Avenue, Lower Level - E.P. Mellon Room, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219
Allegheny County Airport Authority along with the African American Chamber of Commerce of Western PA would like for you to join them to meet the Prime contractors from the Terminal Modernization Program at Pittsburgh International Airport. The following prime contractors will be present, they are:
Gensler, HDR, Michael Baker International, AECOM, PJ Dick/Hunt, Mascaro, Rycon, Joseph B. Fay Contracting, and DM Products

These prime contractors are working on the expansion & redesign of the Pittsburgh International Airport. There will be a breakout session for you to receive one-on-one meetings with the primes. We look forward to seeing you.

You must RSVP by: September 12, 2022
412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

Please plan to attend!

PowerBreakfast Meeting
2022-09-16 07:30 - 09:00 (America/New_York) | Rivers Club, One Oxford Centre, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Dr. Green was elected by the college’s Board of Trustees as the 8th President of Point Park University. Join us and hear Dr. Green discuss the benefits of attending the university and talk about how to do business with the university.

(Confirmation guarantees payment)

(412) 392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

Please plan to attend!

Sponsored by: Duquesne Light Company

Marketing in a Digital World
2022-09-27 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | PA
Join us for this special webinar as Corporate Sponsor JP Morgan Chase discusses how to market your business in a Digital World. Nathan McCann will present how to set up your business as an E-Commerce Business, website development, branding and the digital marketing channels. Mr. McCann will also show you how to maximize your digital space and analyze & adjust your marketing campaign.

RSVP by September 23, 2022
412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP.

Sponsored by: JP Chase Morgan

COVID-19 Recovery Loan Fund
2022-09-28 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | PA
If you are a small business owner looking to start or expand your business, or if you need help recovering from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, learn more about how you can qualify for low-interest financing from the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission (SPC) during a free webinar offered by Steve Meredith, SPC’s Manager of Commercial Lending. During the webinar, Steve will provide an overview of SPC’s commercial loan products, including their updated COVID-19 Recovery Loan program, which is designed specifically for businesses impacted by lingering workforce and supply chain challenges brought on by the pandemic.

There is no charge for this event but you must RSVP by September 26, 2022

Please use this link to register:
https://chathamwbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/970225

This webinar is in Collaboration with:
Chatham University Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship

Sustainable Pittsburgh Workplace Designation Program
2022-09-29 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | PA
Recognized as a Leader. Become a Designated Sustainable PGH Workplace.
Join us for this virtual workshop designed to advance your company’s performance in sustainability – a vital step in the growth of our region. Workshop participants will complete online assessments to identify what your company needs to create and enhance a sustainable workplace, and boost your bottom line by making your business or nonprofit more sustainable. Participants may earn a Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum-level sustainability designation that will help your organization tap new markets and innovations, as well as attract new talent.
Having a more sustainable business or nonprofit is the next step in building an equitable, resilient, and prosperous Southwestern PA!

Please RSVP by September 28, 2022 to 412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP.

Navigating Your Cash Flow Webinar
2022-10-18 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | PA
Join us as Corporate Sponsor JP Morgan Chase discusses your inflows and out flows of cash and how they should be tracked, increasing cash in and decreasing cash out to maximize business success, and how to develop a system or tool to help you analyze your cash flow and where your business should invest the cash flow.

Don’t Miss It!

RSVP by October 14, 2022
412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP.

Sponsored by: JP Morgan Chase

PowerBreakfast Meeting - Dennis Unkovic
2022-10-21 07:30 - 09:00 UTC | Rivers Club, One Oxford Centre, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Guest Speaker:
Mr. Dennis Unkovic, Senior Partner
Meyer, Unkovic & Scott LLP

Join us to gain insight you may not have about doing business in PA. Dennis will review his highly respected book on the subject, ‘Doing Business in Pennsylvania’. You will receive a copy of the book at the meeting:

Don’t miss it!

RSVP by: October 19, 2022

(Confirmation guarantees payment)

(412) 392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

Please plan to attend!

Sponsored by: Duquesne Light Company

Special Breakfast Meeting - Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor
2022-11-18 07:30 - 09:00 UTC | Rivers Club, One Oxford Centre, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Join us and hear from the Pennsylvania’s 52nd Auditor General, who will discuss the economic health of the Commonwealth since COVID-19 and share his plans for 2023.
Cost: $20.00 Members, $30.00 Non-members
RSVP by: November 16, 2022

(Confirmation guarantees payment)

(412) 392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

Please plan to attend!

Sponsored by: Duquesne Light Company

Annual Business Luncheon - Cynthia Hundorfean, Allegheny Health Network
2022-12-13 12:00 - 13:30 UTC | Omni William Penn Hotel, 530 William Penn Pl., Pittsburgh, PA, 15219, United States
The Board of Directors of the African American Chamber of Commerce of Western Pennsylvania invites you to attend

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Annual Business Luncheon
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Omni William Penn Hotel Ballroom 17th Floor
530 William Penn Place
12:00 Noon

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Keynote Speaker
Cynthia Hundorfean, President and Chief Executive Officer
Allegheny Health Network

PowerBreakfast Meeting - County Executive Rich Fitzgerald
2023-01-20 07:30 - 09:00 (America/New_York) | Rivers Club, One Oxford Centre, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Guest Speaker: The Honorable Rich Fitzgerald, County Executive
Start the New Year off by hearing from the County Executive, who will update us on the economic health of the county and share his plans for 2023.
RSVP by: January 18, 2023

(Confirmation guarantees payment)

(412) 392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

Please plan to attend!

Sponsored by: Duquesne Light

Health & Retirement Benefits Webinar
2023-01-26 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Join us as member Henderson Brothers discusses the Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA), which allows employers to reimburse employees for the purchase of individual health insurance plans, and the Pooled Employer Plans (PEPs), which allows employers to pool together in the same retirement plan.

Don’t Miss It!

RSVP by January 24, 2023
412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP.

Sponsored by: COMCAST Business

Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) Certification & Outreach Webinar
2023-02-08 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Join us as we partner with the Allegheny County Department of Equity and Inclusion to learn how to participate in county contracts, become certified with the Pennsylvania Unified Certification Program (PA UCP), and learn about the services and resources available to help you grow your business.

Don’t Miss It!

RSVP by February 6, 2023 to 412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP!

Sponsored by: COMCAST Business

PowerBreakfast Meeting - Mayor Ed Gainey
2023-02-17 07:30 - 09:00 (America/New_York) | Rivers Club, One Oxford Centre, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Guest Speaker: Mayor Ed Gainey, City of Pittsburgh
Join us and hear from Mayor Gainey, who will update us on the economic health of the city, and share his plans for 2023.
RSVP by: February 15, 2023
(Confirmation guarantees payment)
(412) 392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com
Please plan to attend!

Sponsored by: Duquesne Light Company

Microsoft Office 365 Webinar
2023-02-22 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | PA
This workshop is designed to provide you the understanding of how to use Microsoft Office 365 for business or personal use. Ray Vargo, Director, University of Pittsburgh Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and Jonny Gamble, Management Consultant at the SBDC will provide examples and hands on information and conduct a question-and-answer session to resolve those questions you have encountered.

Don’t Miss It!

RSVP by February 20, 2023 to 412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP!

Sponsored by: COMCAST Business

Business Succession & Valuation Planning Webinar
2023-03-07 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Join us and hear a presentation designed to educate and offer guidance to business owners on the mistakes and pitfalls when building their business. The presentation will also discuss the impact of inheritance tax on your business, and how to protect your assets and create a successful exit plan.
Don’t Miss It!

RSVP by March 3, 2023 to 412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP!

Sponsored by: Comcast Business

How to do Business with the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food & Nutrition Service
2023-03-14 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Giorgio Ra’Shadd III, Small Business Coordinator
U.S. Department of Agriculture Food & Nutrition Service

This workshop will introduce you to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food & Nutrition Service procedures on doing business. Dr. Ra’Shadd will discuss their process for doing business with small businesses.
You do not want to miss this webinar if your firm is interested in doing business with the U.S. Department of Agriculture!

There is no charge for this event, but you must RSVP by March 10, 2023
412-392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP.

PowerBreakfast Meeting with Lt. Governor Austin Davis
2023-03-17 07:30 - 09:00 (America/New_York) | Rivers Club, One Oxford Centre, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Guest Speaker:
Honorable Austin Davis, Lt. Governor
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Join us as we welcome our first African American Lieutenant Governor. He will update us on his initial goals and plans for 2023 and give us an update on the economic health of the Commonwealth.

RSVP by:
March 15, 2023 to (412) 392-0610 or information@aaccwp.com

Please plan to attend!

Sponsored by: Duquesne Light Company

Sharpening Your Web Design
2023-03-30 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | PA
This webinar is designed to provide basic information regarding a website’s purpose and primary use, along with the industry’s best practices. Member Philip Greene will present an overarching marketing strategy on website roles that are important and features to consider to drive traffic to your website. Join us, ask questions, and get engaged in moving your website to the next level.

We will send you the webinar link once you have sent us your RSVP!

Sponsored by: COMCAST Business
