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Meet Four of the 36 Black-Owned, Small Businesses across California that Got Marketing and Technology Makeovers

3 weeks ago

Independent small businesses are the backbone of our communities, and right now, more than ever, small businesses are hurting. This is especially true for Black-owned businesses, who have been among the hardest hit by the pandemic, according to a recent study from the National Bureau of Economic Research.

That’s why Comcast recently announced the launch of its RISE initiative, which stands for “Representation, Investment, Strength and Empowerment.” The first phase of RISE focused on Black-owned small businesses and to date, more than 700 have been selected as recipients. This includes 36 Black-owned small businesses across California, from restaurants and salons to professional services and retail shops.

The recipients will receive consulting, media, and creative production services from Effectv, the advertising sales division of Comcast Cable, or technology upgrades from Comcast Business, based on the specific needs. Four of its recipients include Oakland-based shop Mannequin Madness, San Jose-based jewelry store Forever Diamonds & More, Chef Mimi, and coffee shop Tallio’s Coffee in San Francisco.

Comcast RISE brings together two of the company’s brands —Comcast Business and Effectv, both with expertise in the small business space — to empower business owners with the expertise and resources needed to navigate the economic effects of the pandemic. The Comcast RISE program will roll out in waves. The first phase focused on U.S. Black-owned small businesses. The next phase has opened eligibility so that Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC)-owned, small businesses can all apply.

Comcast RISE is part of a larger $100 million Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiative that Comcast launched this summer. In June, Comcast NBCUniversal announced the development of a comprehensive, multiyear plan to allocate $75 million in cash and $25 million in media over the next three years to fight injustice and inequality against any race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation or ability.

Comcast is currently accepting RISE program applications now through February 7, 2021. Visit www.ComcastRISE.com to apply, for more information and the latest updates.

Filed Under: Community Investment, Small Business

Public Safety Power Shutoff

Powerful Winter Storm Creates Power Outages and Impacts Comcast Services

An “atmospheric river” winter storm has brought heavy rain, high winds, flash floods, avalanche warnings and extensive power outages to much of Northern California.

The storm has created impacts from the Sierra to Fresno, including the Bay Area and throughout numerous coastal communities. The system is expected to continue bringing heavy rain and wind to the area through Friday.

Numerous communities are experiencing power outages and thousands were told to evacuate in the Santa Cruz, California region.

Comcast services require commercial power to operate. Internet and video, as well as landline and even mobile phone services for homes and businesses, may stop functioning within hours after the commercial power is shut off.

Comcast understands this disruption to services can have a major impact on people’s lives and businesses, especially during the global pandemic.

The safety of our communities and employees is our utmost priority and Comcast takes special care during storms to ensure public safety. Once commercial power is restored, we will restore Comcast services that have been affected as quickly as possible in accordance with public safety and regulatory guidance.

Here are a few things you can do to stay informed:

  • Confirm your contact information at xfinity.com/myaccount—We will use this information to contact you if we expect a service disruption caused by a planned power outage. You can also use My Accountto check if your service has been restored.
  • Comcast Business customers can check their My Accountapp or the Comcast Business Status Center to get information and valuable updates.
  • Download your favorite shows and movies for offline viewing—With the Xfinity Stream app, you can watch shows and movies offline in case you lose power.
  • Download the Xfinity Connect App to receive Xfinity Voice calls via your mobile phone—Xfinity Voice customers can make and receive calls with their Xfinity phone number using their mobile phone.
  • Visit the Comcast California Blogwhere we will post information, updates and answers to commonly asked questions. On the blog, we’ve launched a special PSPS web page where you can get additional information.
  • Follow us on Twitter — our handle is @ComcastCA and we post valuable updates regularly.

Even if power is off, Comcast’s team never stops working for you. From our family to yours, we hope you remain safe.

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Comcast apoya el relanzamiento de La Prensa Sonoma

6 days ago

Después de un año de la interrupción de imprimir, la company editorial de The Press Democrat, Sonoma Media Investment (SMI), ha relanzado su publicación de noticias de español, La Prensa Sonoma. En Septiembre del 2016, La Prensa Sonoma vio su primera versión imprimida para expandir los productos de contenido y publicidad de SMI para la […]

Community Impact

Comcast and Olympian Simone Manuel are Helping Close the Digital Divide in Oakland

6 hours ago

Today Comcast announced plans to equip 20 Oakland community centers and parks and recreation facilities with free WiFi for the next three years. As part of its Lift Zones initiative, the company will provide robust WiFi coverage in these safe spaces, to help ensure Oakalnd students can remain online during the school year and continue to participate in distance learning.   The announcement was […]

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