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Welcome to the Alameda Chamber &

Economic Alliance

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City of Alameda Economic Development is partnering with the East Bay Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and the Alameda Chamber & Economic Alliance to provide no-cost, one-on-one business counseling. Take your business to the next level with in-person advising sessions to help your Alameda businesses start, grow and thrive.

Appointments are held on the first & third Tuesday of the month starting January 7, 2025, through June 17, 2025. Appointments are available from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm (45 minute appointments) and are held at the Alameda Chamber & Economic Alliance office located at 2215 A South Shore Center.

Services are offered to Alameda businesses in all stages, including those just staring up as well as existing businesses that are growing or in transition. SBDC advisors work with businesses in planning, funding, start-up, marketing, finances, management, growing a business and selling a business. They also have specialized consultants in the areas of tech, international trade, government contracting and manufacturing.

In addition to one-on-one consulting, the SBDC will also be offering business workshops to be tailored to the needs of the Alameda business community.

Visit https://www.eastbaysbdc.org/in-person-advising-alameda/ for more information.

For more information on East Bay SBDC’s one-on-one advising, funding assistance and training services, visit www.eastbaysbdc.org, email ebinfo@eastbaysbdc.org or call 510-885-4801.

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Member Spotlight

Saltbreaker

eat + drink

Saltbreaker proudly offers delicious cuisines and refreshing signature cocktails. The menu is designed around California’s seasonal produce and sources from local farmers. Saltbreaker offers a wide range of tasty dishes and signature cocktails making it a favorite among diners and small party hosts.

Inquire today about their private dining option.

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Catalyst. Convener. Champion.

The Alameda Chamber & Economic Alliance supports a thriving business community as:

* A catalyst for business growth

* A convener of leaders and influencers

* A champion for a stronger Alameda

Thank You to Our Investors

Your business could be featured here, and catch the eyes of all visitors to the Alameda Chamber & Economic Alliance website. Learn more here or contact Madlen Saddik for more information.

State of

the City Video

Letter from Madlen, President &

CEO

Will 2024 be your year? Come grow with the Chamber.

Download the Free Starting a Business in Alameda Guide

Want to start a business? Then download this free step-by-step guide.

Alameda Chamber

Foundation

Learn more about our 501(c)(3) foundation to support educational and charitable programs.

Become a Chamber Investor

Gain exposure and support the business community through a range of sponsorship opportunities.

Do You Need a Certificate

of Origin?

The Chamber can help. Get your Certificate of Origin here.

Become A Member

Whether you are thinking of opening a business or you’re heading up a national corporation, see all the ways you and your company can benefit from Chamber membership.

Thank You to Our Neptune Partners

Return on Involvement

Leadership Alameda

Leadership Alameda introduces an annual class of future leaders to major facets of the community through an informative and interactive, professional development program. Participants partake in educational sessions, tours, and conversations with community leaders in various industries. Enrollment is open in June every year with classes beginning in September.

Alameda Women Leaders Group

At AWL, we are a networking group that welcomes women from all backgrounds and experience levels. We want to share in the struggles, challenges, and successes of one another. The environment is one of mutual respect and support and we invite everyone to have a "seat at the table." The group meets quarterly with a speaker on an issue important to women.

Learning Events

Professional development is a key pilar in the Chamber’s strategic plan. Twice a month,we bring in speakers on topics that are pertinent to our business members. Our Lunch & Learn are part of our premier educational program offerings helping attendees gain new skill sets and a practical application for implementation in their own business hours.

Return on Advocacy

Define the Issues

As a member of the Chamber, you have the opportunity and the microphone to help us set the Chamber’s Legislative Agenda for the year.Our Economic & Government Affairs group meets monthly and is open to all.

Educate on Outcomes

We empower our members to back legislation and local initiatives that are good for business. Learn how you can make the biggest difference through contacting elected officials. We bring members together and stand behind them as a powerful and unified pro-business organization. We are the Voice of (and for) Business.

Build Relationships

We build strong connections with elected officials at all levels, ensuring that the viewpoints of our members are conveyed to influential decision-makers. Our collaboration with elected representatives yields insights into their positions on crucial matters for our members. We organize candidate night events for members to engage with and understand the candidates’ visions and stances on topics that are critical to our members and Alameda's future.