About Oakland Chinatown Chamber of Commerce
Mission
To promote and advocate for business and trade in the Oakland Asian Community
Our Scope of Influence
A forum for the discussion of government policies; a recognized point of contact for the Asian community to actively voice concerns over economic and social issues.
History
The Oakland Chinatown Chamber of Commerce was formed in 1985 by a group of local business people who wanted to promote business in the Asian community and provide a forum for the discussion of government policies. Today, the chamber has grown to over 150 members representing very diverse ethnic groups and a range of businesses and professions in both Oakland Chinatown and outside of the Oakland Chinatown area.
Through our activities and projects, we make Oakland Chinatown a better place for our members to conduct business.
- Promotes events that drive more traffic into Oakland Chinatown and help generate more opportunities for our local merchants and business professionals
- Hosts meetings and luncheons with international trade delegations to promote international trade between our members and businesses abroad
- Conducts small business training seminars and community meetings so that our members are made aware of changes in business practices, laws, and policies
- Communicates community issues and changes to our members through our monthly Dragon Tales Newsletter
- Takes an active role in identifying community issues and advocates for policy changes and the needs of our members
- Collaborates with other community groups and government entities for the benefit of the Oakland Asian community and business owners