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Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin 40th Birthday Black Attire Gala

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Odessa, Texas/December 30, 2024-On Saturday, December 28th the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin celebrated its 40th birthday with a formal black attire gala. Members of the Black Chamber of Commerce along with supporters and guest enjoyed a night of food, drink and dancing. 

(Chris E. Walker, CEO/President-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin-Odessa, Texas) 

The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin had a very productive 2024 and plans are being discussed to increase membership and to add business seminars and other types of entertainment in 2025. 

(Chris E. Walker, CEO/President-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin-Odessa, Texas) 

The Black Chamber of Commers 40th Birthday Black Attire Gala event featured a comedy show with Midland comedian Sho’Nuff. 

(“Sho’Nuff”-Stephanie Cook-Midland Comedian-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin 40th Birthday Black Attire Gala) 

Representatives of the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian are embracing its rich history and celebrating those who pioneered the organization. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin-5th Annual Turkey Leg Tussle Domino Tournament

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Odessa, Texas/November 18, 2024-The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin held the 5th Annual Turkey Leg Tussle Domino Tournament benefiting local businesses and daycare centers in the southside of Odessa. 

(Edward Price, Director-Turkey Leg Tussle-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin/Odessa, Texas) 

Planning and sponsorship acquisition for the Turkey Leg Tussle Domino Tournament began in October. Approximately 13 sponsors participated in this year’s domino tournament.  

(Edward Price, Director-Turkey Leg Tussle-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin/Odessa, Texas) 

Follow the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin on social media for sponsorship opportunities and other community events. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin Celebrating 40th Anniversary

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Odessa, Texas/October 11, 2024-The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin celebrated their 40th Anniversary and the 34th Annual Ebony Bar Awards. Members of the Black Chamber along with Odessa College, UTPB, The Odessa Chamber of Commerce, local businesses and other institutions joined the special celebration. 

(Chris E. Walker, CEO/President-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin/Odessa, Texas) 

This year the Ebony Bar Awards were presented to black medical professionals that have been trailblazers in our community and who have made a major impact keeping residents of Odessa and Ector County healthy. 

(Chris E. Walker, CEO/President-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin/Odessa, Texas) 

The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin introduced guest speaker Dr. Jacobi Cleaver, OD, a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, Chief Program Officer-Black Eyecare Perspective, gave a lighthearted presentation on the importance of eyecare. 

(Dr. Jacobi Cleaver, OD, FAAO Optometrist, Chief Program Officer-Black Eyecare Perspective) 

Follow the Black Chamber of Commerce on social media for upcoming events and membership opportunities. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

  

Black Chamber of the Permian Basin 1st Annual Scholarship Bowling Tournament

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The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin held their 1st Annual Scholarship Bowling Tournament at Diamond Lanes in Odessa. 

(Kaleigh McKinnie, Member-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin/Odessa, Texas) 

Twenty teams that included Medical Center Hospital, Audio Acoustics, Walker Photography, ConocoPhillips and the Odessa Chamber of Commerce participated in the event. The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin hopes to raise thousands of dollars from the bowling event. 

(Kaleigh McKinnie, Member-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin/Odessa, Texas) 

The yearly Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin Golf Tournament for scholarships normally scheduled during the month of July, maybe held sometime in the month of October. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

 

Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin/33rd Annual Ebony Bar Awards

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Odessa, Texas/November 13, 2023-The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin held their 33rd Annual Ebony Bar Awards at the MCM Grande Fundome in Odessa, Texas. Members of the BCCPB, invited guests, representatives from Odessa College, UT Permian Basin and supporting businesses attended the event. The Black Chamber Commerce featured a display of photographs by Steve Goff, a retired professor of Photography at Odessa College and the specialty artwork created by Brandon Norman. 

(Chris E. Walker, President/CEO-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin/Odessa, Texas) 

This year’s Ebony Bar Awards celebrated educators who served students at Blackshear when it was a High School and as a Jr. High and Ector High School. Dr. James J. Bolton, Department Chair and Professor of PreHealth at Odessa College was the featured speaker. 

(Dr. James J. Bolton, Department Chair and Professor-PreHealth Science, Odessa College/Odessa, Texas) 

Renee Earls, CEO and President of the Odessa Chamber of Commerce was honored with the Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin President’s Award for her continued support of Black Chamber of Commerce businesses and her collaborative efforts with the BCCPB and the Odessa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in the Get Out The Vote campagin. 

(Renee Earls, CEO/President-Odessa Chamber of Commerce/Odessa, Texas) 

Officials with The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin plan for a bigger and more elaborate Ebony Bar Awards 2024. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

14th Annual Robert E Williams Golf Tournament Hosted by the Black Chamber of Commerce Permian Basin

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Odessa, Texas/July 16, 2023-The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin held its 14th annual Robert E. Williams Golf Tournament at the Sunset Golf Course. The purpose of the golf tournament is to raise funds to provide scholarships to qualified High School Seniors graduating in 2024. 

(Darleen Mays, Member-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin/Odessa, Texas) 

This year, the Robert E. Williams Golf Tournament had 22 teams of 4 players, that included business owners, City of Odessa representatives, Ector County Commissioner, Pct. 2 Greg Simmons and other VIP’S. Some of the funds raised come from sponsorships and banner sponsors. 

(Darleen Mays, Member-Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin/Odessa, Texas) 

The Black Chamber of Commerce of the Permian Basin is very grateful and blessed for the continued support from sponsors and donors for making the Robert E. Williams Sr. Golf Tournament so successful for 14 years. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera.