The African American Business Leaders Council

01/13/2026

Meet more people in less time at our Speed Networking Night NEXT Tuesday, January 20 from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM at Artisan Wine & Cheese Cellars. Listen to this song created by co-facilitator Dr. Jeff Bullock on why you won’t want to miss this event!

⏱️Tickets are $25 per person. Register here: https://bit.ly/4p3w5FJ
- Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BsuBwutV8/
- LinkedIn event page: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7408968259166851073/

Listen and make your own on Suno.

01/11/2026

📣 Bethlehem City Council welcomed account executive Jo Daniels at their first meeting of 2026 this past Monday.

Will Oliver, reporter with Lehighvalleynews.com writes, “Monday also marked a historic date for the city, as Daniels, who’s also the daughter of the city’s first Black firefighter, became the first-ever elected City Council member of African American descent, according to now-Council President Leon.”

Read the full article here: https://www.lehighvalleynews.com/bethlehem/bethlehem-welcomes-newest-edition-of-city-council-1st-ever-elected-african-american-member?utm_social_handle_id=104684998787107&utm_social_post_id=643819049

While incumbent Councilwomen Rachel Leon and Hillary Kwiatek, both Democrats, were poised to have their positions back for another four years, the panel also saw the addition of account executive Jo Daniels and local educator Justin Amann, also Democrats.

01/10/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Andrea Grannum-Mosley, AABLC Board member, on being honored as one of Black Women Executive Human Resource LeadHERship Collective Society’s January Changemakers!

This recognition is given to individuals to celebrate their individual excellence and their collective commitment to advancing executive leadership, learning, and development with intention, integrity, and impact.

Congratulations, Dr. Grannum-Mosley! 🎉

01/09/2026

Celebrate Black history, culture, and community 🖤✊🏾 Join us on Friday, February 6, 2026, from 6 to 8 PM at PBS39 (839 Sesame Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015) as we honor 100 years of Black history commemorations.

This family-friendly celebration will feature live entertainment, spoken word, a Black-owned business and resource expo, networking, AND a premiere sneak peek of Lehigh Valley Public Media’s "Echoes of Freedom," a new documentary about African Americans in the Lehigh Valley!

This event is free to attend! Register here: https://bit.ly/4qgGRJK
- Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1671ecr4eX/
- LinkedIn event page: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7415511321838071808/

01/08/2026

✨⏱️ One night. Real results. ⏱️✨ Facilitated by Dr. Jeff Bullock (PRISM AI Consultants) and Brenda Robinson (CDR Consultants LLC), our Speed Networking Night is a structured, fast-paced experience designed to help you meet 10–15 professionals in one night and maximize your time!

Tickets are $25 per person. Register here: https://bit.ly/4p3w5FJ
- Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BsuBwutV8/
- LinkedIn event page: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7408968259166851073/

01/05/2026

✨ An Evening of Elegance. A Lasting Impact. ✨

The Chamber’s 2026 Snow Ball is more than a black-tie celebration — it’s a night dedicated to giving back to our community in a meaningful way.

On Saturday, February 21 at Wind Creek Bethlehem, our Silent & Live Auction will benefit Second Harvest Food Bank of Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania, a program of Community Action Lehigh Valley, supporting critical efforts to fight food insecurity across our region.

🎁 We are now accepting auction donations.
Your contribution helps ensure families throughout the Lehigh Valley have access to nutritious food while showcasing your business to a highly engaged audience of regional leaders and decision-makers.

📲 Scan the QR code to submit a donation, or
📧 email Bailey at baileym@lehighvalleychamber.org
to get involved.

Together, we can turn generosity into impact — and make this year’s Snow Ball one to remember.

01/01/2026

As we step into the new year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on our purpose and recommit to our mission.🌟

The DEI Collaborative, an initiative of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, was born from the growth and success of our Diversity Councils. Our work is rooted in empathy-building and intersectionality, with the shared goal of driving meaningful progress toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion across the Lehigh Valley.

While our individual Diversity Councils continue their important work through their existing leadership and structures, the DEI Collaborative remains focused on elevating voices that champion equity, access, and community well-being.

We’re grateful for the momentum we’ve built together and look forward to a new year of learning, collaboration, and collective impact.👏

12/23/2025

Last week, we closed out the season with our DEI Collaborative Meet & Greet at Ranch City Brewing! 🎉 It was a fantastic evening of connection, conversation, and community, and thank you to everyone who joined us and showed their support for Safe Harbor Easton 🤩

We can’t wait to connect again at our 2026 events! View what’s coming up here: https://linktr.ee/DiversityCouncils

12/22/2025

Make powerful connections in minutes! Join the African American Business Leaders Council for Speed Networking Night on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Artisan Wine & Cheese Cellars (55 West Lehigh Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018) from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM! Facilitated by Dr. Jeff Bullock (PRISM AI Consultants) and Brenda Robinson (CDR Consultants LLC), this interactive event is designed to spark meaningful, new professional relationships.

Tickets are $25 per person. Register here: https://bit.ly/4p3w5FJ
- Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BsuBwutV8/
- LinkedIn event page: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7408968259166851073/

12/17/2025

Earlier this month, Katarah Jordan and Flo Scott led the discussion at Burnout to Balance: Tools for Thriving in 2026! 💫 They shared insights on burnout and practical steps to create balance and thrive in the year ahead. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this impactful conversation 🩵

12/13/2025

We’re still thinking about the unity, inspiration, and community that filled the room at last month’s 2025 AABLC Roots and Rhythm Annual Awards Gala! Congratulations to our three incredible honorees, whose leadership and dedication continue to strengthen our community 🖤

12/12/2025

🎉 We are thrilled to share that Brittany Keal, Vice President of Lehigh Valley Chamber Diversity Councils, has been named to the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) 2025 Forty Under 40 list of emerging leaders shaping the chamber of commerce industry!

This annual recognition program showcases 40 of the industry’s top emerging leaders who have demonstrated success in their careers and made significant contributions to the communities they serve. The list includes CEOs and staff professionals from a wide variety of roles and chamber sizes. Honored for their creativity, dedication and commitment to identifying innovative solutions that will help shape the future of the chamber profession. Congratulations, Brittany! Thank you for your leadership, commitment, and the advocacy you champion every day for the communities we serve.