The African American Business Leaders Council

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Congratulations to our The African American Business Leaders Council, Women's Business Council Lehigh Valley, and Lehigh...
03/06/2026

Congratulations to our The African American Business Leaders Council, Women's Business Council Lehigh Valley, and Lehigh Valley Women’s Summit board members and chairs for being announced as Lehigh Valley Business 2026 Women of Influence honorees! We are thrilled to see that they are being recognized for their commitment to and leadership in our community! Our communities are stronger because of you, and we can’t wait to see all that you will continue to accomplish.

💎Circle of Excellence💎
🔹Elaine Pivinski, Franklin Hill Vineyards (and WBC Board Member)

💎Women of Influence💎
🔹Dr. Andrea Grannum-Mosley, MosAL Consulting LLC (and AABLC Board Member)
🔹Dannah Hartman, Valley Health Partners Community Health Center (and WBC Board Member, Chair of Programs)
🔹Melanie Kohler, Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern PA (and Women’s Summit Co-Chair)
🔹Abby Silfies, American Heart Association - Pennsylvania for Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania (and WBC Board Member)

Get 10 Hours Back This Week 🚀 Join Dr. Jeff Bullock of PRISM AI Consultants, partnering with the The African American B...
03/06/2026

Get 10 Hours Back This Week 🚀

Join Dr. Jeff Bullock of PRISM AI Consultants, partnering with the The African American Business Leaders Council and the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce, for ROI from AI: Accessible Business Growth on Friday, March 20, 2026, from 11:45 AM to 1:00 PM!

This virtual masterclass is designed specifically for small business owners and entrepreneurs. No jargon. No expensive tools. Just practical AI workflows you can implement the same day to reclaim 10+ hours per week.

What you'll walk away with:
▶️ 3 AI workflows you can use immediately to eliminate busywork
▶️ Live demonstrations using free and low-cost tools
▶️ A personalized action plan to recover time spent on emails, meetings, content creation, and admin tasks
▶️ Access to the session recording for future reference

Register here:
https://bit.ly/4s0YJty
- Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F4Tf6amvs/?mibextid=wwXIfr

At Victaulic Company, “we believe everyone has a voice. That's why we're excited to sponsor an International Women's Day...
03/04/2026

At Victaulic Company, “we believe everyone has a voice. That's why we're excited to sponsor an International Women's Day event. Let's connect to celebrate the achievements of women and advocate for a more inclusive world. Join us in making a difference!”

Thank you, Victaulic Company, for being a Gold Sponsor at our International Women’s Day celebration tomorrow, March 5 🤩

Turnstone Creative “believes in the power of voice, visibility, and community. We’re honored to sponsor International Wo...
03/03/2026

Turnstone Creative “believes in the power of voice, visibility, and community. We’re honored to sponsor International Women’s Day and stand alongside the women who are shaping the future of the Lehigh Valley.”

Thank you, Turnstone Creative, for being a Gold Sponsor at our International Women’s Day celebration this Thursday, March 5 💗

Now, a message from our Gold Sponsor, Capital Blue Cross:“Join us as we celebrate International Women’s Day at the Great...
03/02/2026

Now, a message from our Gold Sponsor, Capital Blue Cross:
“Join us as we celebrate International Women’s Day at the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber’s Women in Leadership event—uplifting women’s achievements and calling for greater equality.

🗓️ Thursday, March 5
⏰ 11 AM–1 PM
📍 Renaissance Hotel Allentown

Presented by The African American Business Leaders Council, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Women’s Business Council and sponsored by Capital Blue Cross. We look forward to sharing this empowering day with women across our community.”

Thank you, Capital Blue Cross, for being a Gold Sponsor at our International Women’s Day event this Thursday 🎉

Black history is not only to be remembered. It is something we actively build.As Black History Month closes (100 years o...
02/28/2026

Black history is not only to be remembered. It is something we actively build.
As Black History Month closes (100 years of national Black history commemorations), we want to highlight our African American Business Leaders Council (AABLC) Board, who continue to lead the work of advancing economic empowerment and fostering and recognizing excellence in the African American Business Community. Thank you to our incredible board members for your leadership and impact in our community 🖤❤️💛💚

➡️ Are you interested in getting involved with the AABLC as a committee or board member, email daniellej@lehighvalleychamber.org for more info!

When women thrive, we all rise. We are excited to support Cay Galgon Life House at International Women’s Day on Thursday...
02/27/2026

When women thrive, we all rise. We are excited to support Cay Galgon Life House at International Women’s Day on Thursday, March 5 at the Renaissance Allentown Hotel! Cay Galgon Life House’s mission is to prepare pregnant women and mothers of infants for a life of self-reliance.

Please consider bringing with you:
✨ Body Wash (infant and adults)
✨ Diaper cream
✨ Lotion (infant and adult)
✨ Shampoo/Conditioner (especially for textured hair)
✨ Bottles/Sippy Cups

The last day to register is today, Friday, February 27. Register here: https://bit.ly/4pgdhmX
- Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FLx7WXx1C/
- LinkedIn event page: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7423037076570378242/?viewAsMember=true

✨ We are thrilled to highlight Indira Alvarado as the moderator for International Women’s Day on Thursday, March 5 at th...
02/26/2026

✨ We are thrilled to highlight Indira Alvarado as the moderator for International Women’s Day on Thursday, March 5 at the Renaissance Allentown Hotel!

Indira Alvarado is a first-generation Latina student, community advocate, and emerging leader born and raised in Allentown. She is a senior at Lehigh University, graduating this spring, pursuing a degree in Political Science with minors in Global Studies and Sociology. Her academic interests center on gender equity, social justice, youth empowerment, and access within social and legal systems. Driven by a passion for public service, Indira plans to continue her education in law, with the goal of using legal and policy-based tools to support marginalized communities, specifically immigrants. On campus, she serves as President of Lehigh’s Latinx-Caribbean Dance Team, Tumbao, fostering cultural expression, leadership, and a strong sense of belonging. Through her academic work and student leadership, Indira strives to build a future rooted in advocacy, empowerment, and meaningful community impact.

Learn from Indira during this dynamic afternoon! Last day to register is tomorrow, Friday, February 27. Register here: https://bit.ly/4pgdhmX
- Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FLx7WXx1C/
- LinkedIn event page: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7423037076570378242/?viewAsMember=true

✨ We are thrilled to highlight Thuy Vu Taitt as a panelist for International Women’s Day on Thursday, March 5 at the Ren...
02/25/2026

✨ We are thrilled to highlight Thuy Vu Taitt as a panelist for International Women’s Day on Thursday, March 5 at the Renaissance Allentown Hotel!

Thuy Taitt serves as Chief Litigation Counsel at Air Products, where she leads the Company’s global litigation strategy and oversees its most significant, high value disputes. In this role, she provides strategic direction on complex matters worldwide, with particular focus on disputes involving sophisticated commercial issues and major construction claims. Thuy partners closely with internal stakeholders and external counsel to manage risk, protect the Company’s interests, and align litigation strategy with broader business objectives. In addition to her litigation leadership responsibilities, Thuy serves as Secretary of the Air Products Foundation, supporting the governance and administration of the Company’s philanthropic initiatives. She is a former board member of Pennsylvanians for Modern Courts, a statewide nonprofit focused on improving Pennsylvania’s judicial system and increasing public confidence in it. She attended the University of Pennsylvania as an undergraduate and University of Virginia School of Law.

Learn from Thuy during this powerful afternoon! Tickets are $50 per person. Register here: https://bit.ly/4pgdhmX

- Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FLx7WXx1C/
- LinkedIn event page: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7423037076570378242/?viewAsMember=true

, you can visit the Traveling While Black: A Virtual Reality Experience at Zoellner Arts Center at Lehigh University th...
02/25/2026

, you can visit the Traveling While Black: A Virtual Reality Experience at Zoellner Arts Center at Lehigh University through April 2026!

Traveling While Black is a film by Academy Award winner Roger Ross Williams and Emmy Award-winning Felix & Paul Studios that transports viewers to historic Ben's Chili Bowl diner in Washington, D.C. Viewers share an intimate series of moments with several of Ben's patrons as they reflect on their experiences of restricted movement and race relations in the United States.

🗓️ This installment runs TODAY, Feb. 25 as well as the following dates:
March 5, March 18, March 22, March 27, April 8, April 16, April 24, April 26, and April 28!

Learn more and register here: https://zoellner.cas.lehigh.edu/content/traveling-while-black-virtual-reality-experience

💡 The Chamber’s Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Collaborative is proud to present the 2026 DEI Summit on Wednesday, A...
02/24/2026

💡 The Chamber’s Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Collaborative is proud to present the 2026 DEI Summit on Wednesday, April 1st, 2026, at DeSales University, University Center (2755 Station Ave, Center Valley, PA 18034) from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The DEI Summit is a day designed to educate, connect, and inspire leaders and community members committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Keynote Health Equity Panel features:
🔹Moderator Corinne Goodwin of the Eastern PA Trans Equity Project
🔹Dr. Valerie Arkoosh, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
🔹Dr. Baligh R. Yehia, MD, MPP, MSc, FACP, President of Jefferson Health

In the General Session:
🔹Participants will engage in facilitated table conversations, allowing for deeper dialogue, reflection, and idea-sharing inspired by the keynote and breakout content

Breakout Sessions include:
🔹Trama Informed Communication in the Workplace
🔹The Power of Your Voice
🔹 Optimizing Performance Through Inclusive Work Design
🔹Community Health Partners

Tickets are $85 for Chamber members and $160 for future members. Tickets include breakfast and networking opportunities throughout the day. Register here: https://bit.ly/467SHOE
-Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DhkR5FtPR/
-LinkedIn event page: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7432185606966996992

✨ We are thrilled to highlight Corinne Goodwin as a panelist for International Women’s Day on Thursday, March 5 at the R...
02/24/2026

✨ We are thrilled to highlight Corinne Goodwin as a panelist for International Women’s Day on Thursday, March 5 at the Renaissance Allentown Hotel!

Corinne Goodwin (She/They) is the founder and Executive Director of Eastern PA Trans Equity Project, a non-profit organization which has a mission of empowering transgender individuals throughout a 42-County area of Eastern and Central Pennsylvania. An award-winning community leader and in-demand speaker, Corinne actively works on issues impacting the lives of LGBTQ Pennsylvanians. Corinne is a member of the Pennsylvania Commission on LGBTQ Affairs and was a founding board member of Keystone Equality. As the leader of the Trans Equity Project, she works to advance LGBTQ+ rights in coalition with organizations that include the Human Rights Campaign, Pennsylvania Commission for Fairness & Justice, the ACLU, the Pennsylvania Youth Congress and more.

Learn from Corinne during this insightful afternoon! Tickets are $50 per person. Register here: https://bit.ly/4pgdhmX
- Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FLx7WXx1C/
- LinkedIn event page: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7423037076570378242/?viewAsMember=true

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