Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of San Diego County (FACC) The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of San Diego County is a non-profit organization committed to assist in the continuing betterment of ever-increasing population of Filipino American Businesses in San Diego County. FACC is dedicated to addressing a broad spectrum of business issues in order to: Foster Filipino-American relations, in both the commercial and socio-cultural realms; Assist its members in business-related social events and in equipping themselves to handle any entrepreneurship challenge that may arise in such areas as management, networking, marketing, solvency, and the development of business esteem; Coordinate strategies for community outreach and development; and Communicate regularly with the appropriate private and public entities on matters of communal concern. Contact Information: Filipino-American Chamber of Commerce of San Diego County, P.O. Box 87202, San Diego, Ca 92138, E-mail: info@faccsd.com
Filipino American Lawyers of San Diego The Filipino American Lawyers of San Diego is committed to ensuring that attorneys of color, particularly Filipino American attorneys, have access to equal opportunities in the legal profession. It aims to develop multicultural solutions, to foster diversification and to sustain multicultural coalitions in all channels of the legal system. Contact Information: Nory Pascua, (619) 946-5037, E-Mail: noryp@cox.net
Japan Society of San Diego and Tijuana (JSSD&T) The mission of the Japan Society of San Diego and Tijuana is to promote goodwill and advance business, civic, educational, and cultural interchange and understanding between the people of Japan, San Diego, and Tijuana. Contact Information: Phone: (858) 467-1727, Fax: (858) 467-1729, 4883 Ronson Court, Suite K, San Diego, CA 92111
Mabuhay Alliance, Inc. Mabuhay Alliance, Inc. is a San Diego based nonprofit organization. It was founded with the purpose of enhancing the quality of life of the Filipino-Americans and other Asian and Pacific Islander communities by providing members with networking opportunities and access to resources that are not attainable as a single entity and benefit the community. Its mission is "to be the preferred conduit of economic development, through technical assistance between the government, corporations and minority groups in California." Since 2004, Mabuhay Alliance has worked towards greater representation of minority groups, provision of stable funding, and the development of great relationships with corporate partners and good alliances by providing programs that empower them. Contact Information: 9630 Black Mountain Road, Suite G, San Diego, CA 92126, Phone: 858-586-7382, Fax: 858-586-7386, E-mail: info@mabuhayalliance.org
Pan Asian Lawyers of San Diego Pan Asian Lawyers of San Diego is dedicated to advancing Asian Americans in the legal profession, promoting and advocating the interests of the Asian Pacific American community, and preserving the culture, heritage, and diversity of our community. Contact Information: P.O. Box 82784, San Diego, CA 92138-2784, E-Mail: PALSD@hotmail.com
San Diego Alliance for Asian Pacific Islander Americans (APIA) APIA is a coalition of arts, cultural, civil rights, educational, health, legal and social service organizations and individuals dedicated to advocating for the rights and empowerment of the Asian Pacific Islander American community in San Diego County through service, education, community development and research. They advocate for the rights and empowerment of our Asian Pacific Islander communities. Contact Information: 7750 Dagget, #212, San Diego, CA 92111, Phone: 858-405-3326
South Asian Bar Association of San Diego The South Asian Bar Association of San Diego ("SABA-SD") is a San Diego-based, nonprofit organization open to all South Asian attorneys and law students, as well as others interested in South Asia and law. Its members include legal professionals of South Asian-American descent as well as those interested in the issues affecting the South Asian-American community. SABA-SD strives to promote the professional and academic development of its members; increase the opportunities for South Asian-American legal professionals to participate in and lead civic and public affairs; support efforts to increase diversity in the legal profession; raise the South Asian-American community's awareness of relevant legal issues affecting their interests; support public interest associations providing pro bono legal services and other grassroots community organizations serving the South Asian-American community; and serve as a resource and an advocate for both South Asian-American legal professionals and the South Asian-American community. Contact Information: 750 B St. Suite 3300, San Diego, CA 92101, E-Mail: sabasandiego@yahoo.com
Taiwan Chamber of Commerce of San Diego (TCCSD) The mission of TCCSD is to be a membership organization dedicated to meeting the needs of existing and aspiring small businesses and professionals in the San Diego area. TCCSD's goals include achieving business and cultural diversity and harmony. TCCSD is a non-profit organization. Contact Information:info@tccsd.net
Union of Pan Asian Communities (UPAC) Since, 1974, UPAC has been the primary provider of human care services to San Diego's Asian and Pacific Islander communities. The UPAC staff represents over 29 different cultures, languages, and dialects. UPAC serves over 18,000 people annually. UPAC has the unique ability to unite diverse cultures and different generations into a community. Contact Information: 1031 25th Street, San Diego, CA 92102, Phone (619) 232-6454, Fax (619) 235-9002
Vietnamese Federation of San Diego (VFSD) Vietnamese Federation of San Diego is a non-profit organization 501(c)(3),which serves the Vietnamese American community of San Diego County. The VFSD has become the largest Vietnamese American umbrella organization in San Diego. VFSD consists of 38 association members, such as elders, veterans, student, religious, youth, and professional associations as well as individual representatives of the Vietnamese community. VFSD continues to cater to the cultural and social needs of the growing Vietnamese American community in San Diego. Contact Information: 7833 Linda Vista Road, San Diego, CA 92111, E- Mail: info@VietFederationSD.org
The City of San Diego's 1.25 million residents make it the seventh largest city in the country and the second largest in California. The top industries in San Diego are manufacturing, defense, tourism and agriculture. Telecommunications, software and biotech are among San Diego's fastest growing industries, and San Diego has become the nation's center for wireless industries with the city being dubbed "Telecom Valley."
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Citizen Diplomacy Council of San Diego The Citizen Diplomacy Council of San Diego (CDCSD) was established in 1979. CDCSD is the region's leading international organization and the "door" to the greater San Diego community for delegations sponsored by the U.S. Department of State's International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). The organization brings over 600 emerging leaders from over 145 countries to San Diego each year. Our visitors are high-level professionals and leaders. We arrange professional appointments and the ‘American experience' for our visitors through home hospitality and public receptions. They link San Diego-area people, businesses and institutions with hundreds of rising and established global leaders each year and has added millions of federal and foreign dollars to our local economy. Contact Information: 1761 Hotel Circle South, Suite 360, San Diego, CA 92108, Phone: (619) 291-8105, Fax: (619) 291-1909
Greater San Diego Business Association The Greater San Diego Business Association (GSDBA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to building strength and prosperity in the lesbian and gay community through networking and social activities. GSDBA promotes business development to increase economic opportunities for our members, the LGBT community and all who support business equality. Contact Information: P.O. Box 33848, San Diego, CA 92163, Phone: (619) 296-4543, Fax: (619) 296-5616, Email: info@gsdba.org
Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation (JCNI) The Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation is an operating foundation that operates on the premise that residents must own and drive the change that takes place in their community for it to be meaningful and long lasting. JCNI explores and implements new ways to partner for community change through entrepreneurial projects, hands-on learning relationships, and the creative investment of resources. Contact Information: 5160 Federal Blvd, San Diego, CA 92105, Phone: (619) 527-6161 or (800) 550-6856, Public Relations: (619) 660-5555, Fax: (619) 527-6162
Minority Supplier Development Council, San Diego Region San Diego’s Minority Supplier Development Council is one of 39 regional councils of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC), one of the nation’s leading business membership organizations. The NMSDC and its regional councils serve as a direct link between corporate America and minority owned businesses.
There are 3,600 corporate members throughout the network, including most of America’s largest publicly owned, privately owned and foreign owned companies, universities, hospitals and other buying institutions. The regional councils certify and match more than 16,000 minority owned businesses with member corporations which want to purchase goods and services. Most of America’s largest and most successful Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) are counted among NMSDC’s 16,000 certified minority suppliers, including several companies with annual revenues in the billions of dollars.
To become a Certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), your business must be located in the United States and be a for-profit enterprise with at least 51% ethnic minority ownership. For information on how to get certified as a MBE with the Council for Supplier Diversity, click here.
Contact Information: 9903 Businesspark Ave., Suite 105, San Diego, CA 92131-1120, Phone: (858) 537-2281, Email: info@supplierdiversitysd.org
San Diego Convention and Visitors Bureau (CONVIS) The San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau (San Diego CVB) is a private, non-profit, mutual benefit corporation composed of approximately 1,100 member organizations, businesses, local governments, and individuals seeking a better community through the visitor industry. San Diego CVB members include tourism-related entities in such categories as lodging, dining, arts & attractions, shopping, and transportation, among others, as well as other companies indirectly involved in the visitor industry. The San Diego Convention and Visitors Bureau operates two Visitor Information Centers located in downtown San Diego and in the Village of La Jolla. Their professional, multilingual, highly trained staff and volunteers will help visitors get the most from their visit to the San Diego region. CONVIS has a complete collection of current information on a variety of activities, attractions, dining and lodging options. Contact Information: 2215 India Street, San Diego, CA 92101, Phone: 619-232-3101, E-mail: sdinfo@sandiego.orgwww.sandiego.org/nav/Visitors
San Diego North Chamber of Commerce San Diego North Chamber is dedicated to strengthening the economic environment by enhancing business growth and prosperity encompasses. The San Diego North area is home to many of the top 25 major employers in San Diego County, and is the home to 12 broad-based communities. Contact Information: 11650 Iberia Place, Suite 220, San Diego, CA 92128, Phone: 858.487.1767, Fax: 858-487-8051
San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce The San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce is still one of the most influential forces in local government and regional economic development. With more than 3,000 members, the Chamber of Commerce is actively involved in public policy and providing valuable resources to its members. The San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce is still the nonprofit business advocacy group that Alonzo Horton envisioned more than a century ago. With more than 130 years of experience, the Chamber offers unprecedented benefits, discounts, and opportunities to make San Diego businesses prosperous. The San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce is excited to pave the way for a growing regional economy as we venture into the new millennium. Contact Information: 402 West Broadway, Suite 1000, San Diego, CA 92101, Phone: 619.544.1300
San Diego World Trade Center (SDWTC) The SDWTC provides comprehensive international trade services and key global contacts to facilitate and expand trade for regional worldwide clients. Leveraging its global network of World Trade Centers and affiliate partners, SDWTC is the proven forum for international information, communications and connections. The San Diego World Trade Center acts as a matchmaker and reference for members, providing data on overseas markets and suppliers. Members benefit from counseling at each step of the export and import process. The staff resources and proprietary networks of SDWTC work to connect members with the full range of international business opportunities. Contact Information: 1250 6th Avenue, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92101-4368, Phone (619) 615-0868, Fax (619) 615-0876, E-mail: info@sdwtc.org
San Diego North Economic Development Council The San Diego North Economic Development Council is a coalition of the private and public sectors working together to sustain and carefully grow the economic base of North County. Its goal is to market the area internally and externally in an effort to retain and attract quality businesses and create additional, higher paying jobs. The San Diego North EDC will work with businesses, chambers of commerce, health organizations, local governments and educational institutions to improve the quality of life and economic sustainability of North County. Contact Information: 100 N. Rancho Santa Fe Road, Suite 124 San Marcos, CA 92069, Phone: 760-598-9311
The SBA was created to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small business concerns, to preserve free competitive enterprise and to maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation. Small business is critical to helping the United States compete in today's global marketplace. The SBA helps Americans start, build and grow businesses.
Contact Information: Ruben Garcia, District Director, San Diego District Office, 550 West C St., Ste 550, San Diego 92101, Phone: (619) 557-7250, FAX: (619) 557-5894
