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Cathy D. Adams Appointed President and CEO of Oakland Black Chamber of Commerce

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5 years ago

August 30, 2019

The Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce (OAACC) has appointed Cathy D. Adams its president and chief executive officer.

Adams, the founder of CDA Consulting Group, an events management company, brings more than 25 years of extensive experience and knowledge in marketing, branding, community outreach, and project management,” OAACC said in a statement. “As the new president and CEO, Adams plans to advocate for African American owned businesses through mentorship, leadership development, and business solutions.”

By leveraging her relationships with the media, community leaders and major corporations, Adams will provide members more access to resources and support.

She says the OAACC will provide technical assistance, access to capital, branding workshops, wealth management, business banking, certification workshops and ways to increase business revenue. Adams’ insists, “our business is your business and our monthly ‘Let’s Connect’ will give an opportunity for members to dialogue about individual needs.”

Adams started her career as a Jackson State College intern with her first eight-year chamber experience under the direction of the late Oscar J Coffey Jr., founder of the Northern California Black Chamber of Commerce. She served as chief of International Protocol for the City of Oakland. Her company organized the dedication of Frank Ogawa Plaza and continuously hosts community and political fundraising events.

Since 1999, she has produced more than 21 Madam C.J. Walker Business Community and Recognition Awards Luncheons that have featured nationally known celebrities and opinion makers.

Among her many accomplishments, Adams is currently the founding president emeritus of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc.; founder of the Powerful Women of The Bay Awards, a founding member of the San Francisco Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD) and the former commissioner of the Alameda County Commission on the Status of Women. She is an active member at Beebe Memorial Cathedral Church in Oakland.

Adams says she looks forward to serving OAACC under the direction of Chairwoman Shonda Scott. She wants to partner with the Post News Group to encourage new memberships. For more information visit: OAACC.ORG or call (510) 268-1600.

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Oakland Post: Week of April 24 – 30, 2024

The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of April 24 – 30, 2024

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April 26, 2024

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DA Pamela Price Stands by Mom Who Lost Son to Gun Violence in Oakland

Last week, The Post published a photo showing Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones, whose son, Patrick DeMarco Scott, was gunned down by an unknown assailant in 2018.

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1 week ago

April 22, 2024

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District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones

Publisher’s note: Last week, The Post published a photo showing Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones, whose son, Patrick DeMarco Scott, was gunned down by an unknown assailant in 2018. The photo was too small for readers to see where the women were and what they were doing. Here we show Price and Jones as they complete a walk in memory of Scott. For more information and to contribute, please contact Carol Jones at 510-978-5517 at morefoundation.help@gmail.com. Courtesy photo.

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Vallejo Welcomes Interim City Manager Beverli Marshall

At Tuesday night’s Council meeting, the Vallejo City Council appointed Beverli Marshall as the interim city manager. Her tenure in the City Manager’s Office began today, Wednesday, April 10. Mayor Robert McConnell praised Marshall’s extensive background, noting her “wide breadth of experience in many areas that will assist the City and its citizens in understanding the complexity of the many issues that must be solved” in Vallejo.

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1 week ago

April 22, 2024

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Beverli Marshall began her first day with the City on April 10. ICMA image.

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At Tuesday night’s Council meeting, the Vallejo City Council appointed Beverli Marshall as the interim city manager. Her tenure in the City Manager’s Office began today, Wednesday, April 10.

Mayor Robert McConnell praised Marshall’s extensive background, noting her “wide breadth of experience in many areas that will assist the City and its citizens in understanding the complexity of the many issues that must be solved” in Vallejo.

Current City Manager Michael Malone, whose official departure is slated for April 18, expressed his well wishes. “I wish the City of Vallejo and Interim City Manager Marshall all the best in moving forward on the progress we’ve made to improve service to residents.” Malone expressed his hope that the staff and Council will work closely with ICM Marshall to “ensure success and prosperity for the City.”

According to the Vallejo Sun, Malone stepped into the role of interim city manager in 2021 and became permanent in 2022. Previously, Malone served as the city’s water director and decided to retire from city service e at the end of his contract which is April 18.

“I hope the excellent work of City staff will continue for years to come in Vallejo,” he said. “However, recent developments have led me to this decision to announce my retirement.”

When Malone was appointed, Vallejo was awash in scandals involving the housing division and the police department. A third of the city’s jobs went unfilled during most of his tenure, making for a rocky road for getting things done, the Vallejo Sun reported.

At last night’s council meeting, McConnell explained the selection process, highlighting the council’s confidence in achieving positive outcomes through a collaborative effort, and said this afternoon, “The Council is confident that by working closely together, positive results will be obtained.”

While the search for a permanent city manager is ongoing, an announcement is expected in the coming months.

On behalf of the City Council, Mayor McConnell extended gratitude to the staff, citizen groups, and recruitment firm.

“The Council wishes to thank the staff, the citizens’ group, and the recruitment firm for their diligent work and careful consideration for the selection of what is possibly the most important decision a Council can make on behalf of the betterment of our City,” McConnell said.

The Vallejo Sun contributed to this report.