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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 an

d 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.

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

08/12/2026

Join the Oakland Metro Chamber in partnership with the Oakland Rotary for an evening of networking at Prescott Market! Connect with fellow business and community leaders, build new relationships, and enjoy one of Oakland's vibrant neighborhood gathering spaces.

Keep the evening going by heading over to the Oakland Ballers game as they take on the Missoula PaddleHeads. Chamber attendees can receive 20% off game tickets by using promo code OAKC20 at checkout.

Register today here: https://bit.ly/4h5aEE0
Get game tickets here: https://tickets.oaklandballers.com/

08/10/2026

AC Transit is inviting the community to learn more about its proposed Contingency Service Plan and provide input on potential service changes.

The plan outlines possible steps AC Transit may take if long-term funding is not secured to address its $200 million, four-year deficit. Potential changes could take effect as early as June 2027 and could result in a 16% reduction in service.

Wednesday, August 12
3:00–5:00 PM
AC Transit Lobby | 1600 Franklin Street, Oakland

Immediately following the Open House, the AC Transit Board of Directors will consider setting a public hearing for October 14, which would provide another opportunity for community members to share feedback directly with the Board.

These changes are not final. Businesses, employees, transit riders, and community members are encouraged to attend, learn more about what is being considered, and make their voices heard.

Your input matters in shaping the future of transit service in our community.

08/06/2026

Applications are still open for the 2027 Leadership Oakland cohort, and we’re looking for leaders who want to deepen their connection to the city they serve. Leadership Oakland offers a behind‑the‑scenes look at the systems, stories, and people shaping Oakland today — giving participants a richer understanding of our community and a stronger foundation for meaningful impact.

If you’re ready to grow your leadership, expand your network, and engage directly with Oakland’s most dynamic changemakers, now is the time to apply. This cohort is built for professionals who want to lead with purpose and help shape what’s next for our city.

Apply today: https://bit.ly/4wxWuQe

08/05/2026

Our fall programming lineup is officially set. It's time to plan your fall with the Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce.

From high‑energy mixers to Inside Oakland sessions to our Community Impact Committee, there’s something for every leader, connector, and changemaker in our city.

Explore the full calendar and start mapping out your season: https://bit.ly/3RUGcSB

08/03/2026

Exciting Update:

Join the Oakland Metro Chamber for an important conversation on addressing homelessness, housing, and collaborative solutions for Oakland and Alameda County. Keynote speaker Cupid Alexander, Director of Oakland's Homelessness Department, will share the City's vision, priorities, and strategies for creating lasting pathways to housing and improving outcomes for residents.

The conversation will also feature Jonathan Russell, Director of Alameda County Health Housing & Homelessness Services. Russell leads the County's coordinated efforts to strengthen the housing and homelessness response system through regional partnerships, strategic planning, and innovative solutions.

Together, these leaders will discuss the critical role of city-county collaboration in addressing one of the region's most pressing challenges.

Register today: https://bit.ly/45hPuv2

07/31/2026

Today is the last day to take advantage of early bird tuition for Leadership Oakland!

For over 35 years, Leadership Oakland has been the launchpad for the city's most passionate change-makers, the people who go on to serve on city commissions, lead nonprofit boards, run for office, and shape Oakland's future. Now it's your turn.

This isn't just a program; it's a deep dive into the people, power, and possibility that make Oakland tick. Over one full day a month, you'll sit alongside city leaders and fellow changemakers, tackling real conversations about economic development, public safety, education, the arts, and more. You'll build relationships that last well beyond graduation and walk away with the tools, confidence, and network to make a real impact in your community.

Start your application 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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