The African American Business Leaders Council

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Make powerful connections in minutes! Join the African American Business Leaders Council for Speed Networking Night on W...
05/27/2026

Make powerful connections in minutes! Join the African American Business Leaders Council for Speed Networking Night on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Black River Farms (2472 Black River Road, Bethlehem, PA 18015) from 5:00 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. Light bites and a cash bar will be available!

Tickets are $35 per person. Register here: https://bit.ly/4tp1OEk
- Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1TWRrtzk6e/
- LinkedIn event page: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7465405103643230208?viewAsMember=true

Last week, the The African American Business Leaders Council and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of the Greater Lehigh Vall...
05/07/2026

Last week, the The African American Business Leaders Council and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of the Greater Lehigh Valley hosted Building Wealth & Legacy at Luxe Events & Designs 🌱💵

Thank you to our attendees and sponsors for making this event a huge success. We are so grateful for the panelists, Carmen Dancsecs, George Lehr, Tajai Smith, and Jovanna Villanueva, and moderator, Gustavo Cepeda, for leading the conversation. The connections made, lessons learned, and wisdom shared will stay with us as we continue building our legacy!

Take 20 minutes to shape the future! 💡 The Governor’s Advisory Commission on Women is preparing the State of the Woman R...
04/28/2026

Take 20 minutes to shape the future! 💡 The Governor’s Advisory Commission on Women is preparing the State of the Woman Report, and they’re calling on women across the Commonwealth to share their lived experiences. If you’re a woman in PA, your insights can help influence policy, resources, and opportunities statewide.

Your voice is essential. Your perspective matters. Complete the survey by May 30 by visiting https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/stateofthewoman

Also available in
Spanish: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/stateofthewomanspanish
Chinese: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/stateofthewomanchinese

At Building Wealth and Legacy, you can also support Unidos with our Humankind Day donation drive! 💡 Unidos, Inc. improve...
04/24/2026

At Building Wealth and Legacy, you can also support Unidos with our Humankind Day donation drive! 💡 Unidos, Inc. improves the quality of life as a united community by empowering unity and self-investment. Unidos's Humankind Day promotes a healthy, active, and safe start to summer success for the kids in our community.

Please consider donating:
- Water toys
- Sporting equipment
- Scooters
- Kiddie pools
- Activity/art sets

Join The African American Business Leaders Council and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of the Greater Lehigh Valley on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Luxe Events & Designs. Tickets are $35 per person. Register here: https://bit.ly/4sXkKtb
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1VbtknixvS/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7440463515355635712?viewAsMember=true

🌱💵 We are thrilled to highlight Gustavo Cepeda as the moderator for Building Wealth and Legacy presented by the The Afri...
04/23/2026

🌱💵 We are thrilled to highlight Gustavo Cepeda as the moderator for Building Wealth and Legacy presented by the The African American Business Leaders Council and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of the Greater Lehigh Valley!

Gustavo Cepeda is a Regional Marketing Officer at Visions Federal Credit Union, focused on driving community engagement, membership growth, and strategic partnerships across Pennsylvania. He specializes in connecting individuals and businesses to financial resources, with an emphasis on expanding access in underserved communities. With experience in marketing, leadership and community development, Gustavo brings a strong commitment to service excellence, team collaboration, and operational impact.

Hear from Gustavo on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Luxe Events & Designs. Tickets are $35 per person. Register here: https://bit.ly/4sXkKtb
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1VbtknixvS/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7440463515355635712?viewAsMember=true

A message from our sponsor, Capital Blue Cross: “Capital Blue Cross is proud to support the African American Business Le...
04/22/2026

A message from our sponsor, Capital Blue Cross: “Capital Blue Cross is proud to support the African American Business Leaders Council and the Hispanic Chamber, helping connect our communities to trusted experts and practical tools that support long-term financial success.”

💵 Building Wealth and Legacy is happening next Wednesday! Register here: https://bit.ly/4sXkKtb

Want to learn more about Capital Blue Cross? Visit https://capitalbluecrossconnect.com/locations/allentown on how Capital Blue Cross can help you meet your health needs!

The African American Business Leaders Council Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of the Greater Lehigh Valley

Our 2nd Annual Sneaker Ball with The African American Business Leaders Council and the Lehigh Valley Chamber Young Profe...
04/22/2026

Our 2nd Annual Sneaker Ball with The African American Business Leaders Council and the Lehigh Valley Chamber Young Professionals Council was an incredible night of celebration and community! 👟

Thank you for making our Give a Pair, Wear a Pair donation drive benefiting The Kindness Project: A Foster Care Resource a major success! Huge congratulations to our scholarship recipients and youth impact awardees. You inspire us to keep stepping up and moving forward. Until next year! 🙌

ESSA Bank is proud to sponsor Building Wealth and Legacy, in partnership with the Hispanic Chamber and the African Ameri...
04/20/2026

ESSA Bank is proud to sponsor Building Wealth and Legacy, in partnership with the Hispanic Chamber and the African American Business Leaders Council. ESSA Bank believes “everyone deserves access to knowledge, tools, and trusted guidance to build and protect wealth. This event creates space for meaningful conversations around financial planning, investing, entrepreneurship, and long‑term legacy, especially for communities of color. Together, we’re investing in stronger financial futures.”

Building Wealth and Legacy is happening next Wednesday! Register here: https://bit.ly/4sXkKtb

🌱 Want to learn more about ESSA Bank? Visit essabank.bank/personal-banking/ or essabank.bank/business-banking/ for more on personal and business banking services!

The African American Business Leaders Council Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of the Greater Lehigh Valley

🌱💵 We are thrilled to highlight Jovana Villanueva as a panelist for Building Wealth and Legacy presented by the African ...
04/16/2026

🌱💵 We are thrilled to highlight Jovana Villanueva as a panelist for Building Wealth and Legacy presented by the African American Business Leaders Council and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce!

Jovana Villanueva established JV Construction & Consulting in 2017. Jovana started her career in construction in 2001 as an Administrative Assistant and quickly rose through the ranks in every department. Jovana has experience in pre-construction, estimating, expediting, Assistant Super, Assistant Project Management, Project Management, and Senior Project Management. She excelled in every task. She has been the direct Construction Project Manager of more than $130 million in real estate in NYC. Jovana has worked on projects in affordable housing, mixed-income, market rate, private sector, hospitality, and high-end residential areas.

Learn from Jovana on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Luxe Events & Designs. Tickets are $35 per person. Register here: https://bit.ly/4sXkKtb
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1VbtknixvS/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7440463515355635712?viewAsMember=true

🌱💵 We are thrilled to highlight Tajai Smith as a panelist for Building Wealth and Legacy presented by the The African Am...
04/14/2026

🌱💵 We are thrilled to highlight Tajai Smith as a panelist for Building Wealth and Legacy presented by the The African American Business Leaders Council and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of the Greater Lehigh Valley!

Tajai Smith is a Senior Financial Advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, specializing in comprehensive financial planning, wealth accumulation & legacy strategies for individuals, families, & business owners. Born in Jamaica & raised in Allentown, Pennsylvania, “Taj” has a deep personal connection to the community he proudly calls home. He currently resides in Allentown with his wife, Dr. Rebecca Smith, and their 4 children. Taj is passionate about financial education and community empowerment. He is actively involved in volunteer efforts with Junior Achievement in Philadelphia & ASD schools. He also supports youth sports & development through community initiatives with the East Side Youth Center in Allentown, as well.

Learn from Tajai on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Luxe Events & Designs. Tickets are $35 per person. Register here: https://bit.ly/4sXkKtb
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1VbtknixvS/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7440463515355635712?viewAsMember=true

We’re still reflecting on our visit to the Traveling While Black: A Virtual Reality Experience last month at Zoellner Ar...
04/13/2026

We’re still reflecting on our visit to the Traveling While Black: A Virtual Reality Experience last month at Zoellner Arts Center at Lehigh University at Lehigh University!

➡️ There’s still time to experience this installation. Plan your visit on the following dates: 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

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