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Despite being founded during a time when U.S. manufacturing was shrinking, Buford-based <a href="http://www.okabashi.com/info/Heritage" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Okabashi</a> has proved to be a "success story," according to a recent <a href="http://money.cnn.com/video/smallbusiness/2013/04/17/small-business-smt-okabashi-shoes-made-is-usa.cnnmoney" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">CNN Money report</a>. The company, started in 1984, employs a U.S. workforce, automation and recycling methods to compete in a global marketplace. "At Okabashi, we've had the vision and the dream of not only making the most comfortable shoes anyone makes, but we've also had the dream of being green and being good for the society and the environment that we live in," Okabashi CEO Bahman Irvani told CNN Money. <a href="http://money.cnn.com/video/smallbusiness/2013/04/17/small-business-smt-okabashi-shoes-made-is-usa.cnnmoney" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Watch the video report here</a>. Interested in sharing news about your business with the community? You can:  <ul> <li><a href="https://buford.patch.com/blog/apply" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Post a blog</a></li> <li><a href="https://buford.patch.com/events/new?return_to=%2Fevents%2Fnew" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Put an event on the calendar</a></li> <li><a href="https://buford.patch.com/announcements/new?return_to=%2Fannouncements%2Fnew" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Announce something to everyone</a></li> </ul> You might also be interested in reading: <ul> <li>Get a New Key Lime Treat and Enter to Win a Staycation Prize Pack at the Buford Krispy Kreme</li> <li> </li><li> </li><li>Vera Bradley Store Now Open at the Mall of Georgia</li> <li> </li></ul> Don't miss any Buford news. Subscribe to <a href="https://buford.patch.com/newsletters" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Buford Patch's free newsletter</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/BufordGAPatch" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">like us on Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/#!/BufordGAPatch" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">follow us on Twitter</a>.

Despite being founded during a time when U.S. manufacturing was shrinking, Buford-based <a href="http://www.okabashi.com/info/Heritage" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Okabashi</a> has proved to be a "success story," according to a recent <a href="http://money.cnn.com/video/smallbusiness/2013/04/17/small-business-smt-okabashi-shoes-made-is-usa.cnnmoney" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">CNN Money report</a>.

The company, started in 1984, employs a U.S. workforce, automation and recycling methods to compete in a global marketplace. "At Okabashi, we've had the vision and the dream of not only making the most comfortable shoes anyone makes, but we've also had the dream of being green and being good for the society and the environment that we live in," Okabashi CEO Bahman Irvani told CNN Money.

<a href="http://money.cnn.com/video/smallbusiness/2013/04/17/small-business-smt-okabashi-shoes-made-is-usa.cnnmoney" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Watch the video report here</a>. Interested in sharing news about your business with the community? You can:

<ul> <li><a href="https://buford.patch.com/blog/apply" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Post a blog</a></li> <li><a href="https://buford.patch.com/events/new?return_to=%2Fevents%2Fnew" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Put an event on the calendar</a></li> <li><a href="https://buford.patch.com/announcements/new?return_to=%2Fannouncements%2Fnew" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Announce something to everyone</a></li> </ul> You might also be interested in reading: <ul> <li>Get a New Key Lime Treat and Enter to Win a Staycation Prize Pack at the Buford Krispy Kreme</li> <li> </li><li> </li><li>Vera Bradley Store Now Open at the Mall of Georgia</li> <li> </li></ul> Don’t miss any Buford news. Subscribe to <a href="https://buford.patch.com/newsletters" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Buford Patch’s free newsletter</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/BufordGAPatch" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">like us on Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/#!/BufordGAPatch" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">follow us on Twitter</a>.

Okabashi was recently featured in a CNN Money report discussing how the company has remained competitive.

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Celebrate Small Business Month with the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) at one of the most dynamic, high-energy community experiences in Gwinnett! A Taste of Black Gwinnett is more than an event — it’s a movement of culture, connection, and economic power.&nbsp;This edition of A Taste of Black Gwinnett is bring you comedy, music, food, products, and services
This special Small Business Month edition is designed to spotlight and support Black-owned businesses, youth entrepreneurs, creatives, and food vendors while bringing the community together for an unforgettable experience.
<h2>WHAT TO EXPECT</h2>
<ul><li>Delicious Food from Local Vendors</li><li>Black-Owned Business Marketplace</li><li>Music + Vibes</li><li>Trivia, Games + Spades</li><li>Family-Friendly Fun</li><li>Photo Moments + Social Media Highlights</li><li>Networking + Business Connections</li></ul>
<h2>VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES (LIMITED SPOTS)</h2>
This is your chance to sell, promote, and connect directly with the community.
<ul><li>Business Vendors</li><li>Youthpreneurs (under 18)</li><li>Food Vendors</li></ul>
All vendors will gain exposure to a highly engaged audience ready to support Black businesses.
<h2>WHY YOU NEED TO BE HERE</h2>
This isn’t just another pop-up. This is about: ✔ Circulating dollars in our community ✔ Supporting Black entrepreneurship ✔ Building relationships that lead to real opportunities ✔ Celebrating US — our culture, our excellence, our power
<h2>COMMUNITY ADMISSION</h2>
Bring your family, your friends, your appetite, and your energy. Youth 12 and under - FREE General Admission - $5 Appetizers: $5-$10 - An assortment of great food samples including non-meat options. Beverages: Lemonade ($5), Tea ($3), Water ($1), Beer ($3) and Wine ($5)
Let’s celebrate, support, and build together.
<h2>POWERED BY</h2>
<ul><li>Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC)</li><li>Black Gwinnett Magazine</li><li>Urban Mediamakers Film Festival</li><li>Black Gun Owners</li><li>Come Meet A Black Person Anti-Black Initiative</li><li>Camrose Creative Services</li></ul>
Register Now — Vendor Spots Will Sell Out FAST! Select the 'TICKET' button and purchase a vendor space. Vendor spots start at $75.
OUR BUSINESS OWNERS EXHIBITING INCLUDE
Arkad Business Solutions | Black Gun Owners | Black Gwinnett Magazine | Camrose Creative Services | Come Meet A Black Person | Elisme Consulting Services | Fingerz Restaurant | Frances Cress Welsing Society | Georgia Micro Enterprise Network (GMEN) | L&amp;E Middle Prep Academy | Moses-Ragsdale Kitchen | The City Bodega Cafe | Urban Mediamakers Film Festival | Zeneth Quest Consulting
BE A VENDOR AT THE EVENT! Register today! Questions: Call Renee at 404.590.4716.
Exhibit your products and/or services as a vendor during A Taste of Black Gwinnett. Vendors receive a table, two chairs, and marketing by Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce and Black Gwinnett Magazine.
Vendor table registrations are available here in this listing as a ticket.
SPONSORS
Presented by Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce, Urban Mediamakers, Black Gwinnett Magazine and Camrose Creative Services.
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The Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) organizing committee of this event is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible event for all members of the community. We aim to foster cultural understanding and appreciation while offering a space for Gwinnett County businesses and entrepreneurs from the Black diaspora to flourish and gain visibility. Visit the organization at <a href="https://blackchambergwinnett.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://blackchambergwinnett.com</a>.
GCBCC, it volunteers, staff, affiliates, and sponsors are not liable for any personal or product injury at this event.

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