17th annual fundraiser Madam C.J. Walker Business and Community Awards Luncheon

The National Coalition of Black Women Inc., Oakland Bay Area Chapter will host its 17th Annual Madam C.J. Walker Business and Community Recognition Awards Luncheon, which we proudly honor the first African American female self-made millionaire and business leader, Madam C.J. Walker. In homage of Madam Walker’s hard work and entrepreneurial spirit that is deeply rooted in the African-American culture, we will recognize four outstanding women who are making an impact in our community:

Madam C. J. Walker Corporate Award—Shellye Archambeau, CEO, MetricStream
Madam C. J. Walker Entrepreneur Award—Melanie Shelby – President, Gray, Greer, Shelby & Vaughn, LLC
Madam C. J. Walker Pioneer Award— Dr. Mary Ann Jones, Ph.D. – Chief Executive Officer, Westside Community Services
Madam C. J. Walker Advocacy Award—Sondra Alexander – Executive Director, OCCUR

The National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc., Oakland Bay Area Chapter, a local non-profit organization, offers a variety of programs and services that enrich the lives of women, young girls and families. One of the signature programs is “Positive Steps”, a program developed to support and nurture leadership in young girls aged 12 –17. Every year we recognize a Madam C. J. Walker Essay Contest Winner. This year the Positive Steps recipient is Brooklyn Forrest, who will be acknowledged with an award during the luncheon.