08/04/2025
It's an New Member Monday! Join us in welcoming our newest members:
Oakland Dont Play (ODP) is a socially conscious clothing brand founded on September 11, 2020, by Oakland native Shauncy “Salt” Jackson in response to racial discrimination and gentrification in the city. Rooted in community pride and activism, ODP creates bold apparel inspired by Oakland’s culture and neighborhoods, serving as both fashion and a statement of resistance. More than a brand, ODP is a movement that stands for justice, equality, and local pride. In 2022, it opened a storefront in Oakland, becoming a community hub for connection and events.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area has been providing one-to-one youth mentoring since 1958. Originally serving smaller regions, the organization expanded through key mergers—first in 2006, uniting San Francisco & Peninsula, East Bay, and Santa Clara County chapters, and again in 2017 by merging with the North Bay chapter. Today, it serves children across nine Greater Bay Area counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, Santa Clara, San Francisco, San Mateo, Solano, and Sonoma.
Oakland's Most Powerful is an outdoor strength training gym offering instruction in kettlebell, barbell, and bodyweight training techniques. Their mission is to help individuals build strength, mobility, resilient joints, and healthy habits—all with expert coaching and an inclusive community atmosphere. They pride themselves on serving a wide demographic—from beginners to experienced athletes, even ages ranging from teens to octogenarians—and focus on technique, longevity, and quality of life through movement.
Bridge Industrial is a privately held real estate operating company and investment manager specializing in the development, acquisition, and management of Class A industrial properties across major U.S. and European markets. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Chicago, the firm focuses on logistics, last-mile distribution, and cold storage facilities in high-demand, supply-constrained areas. With a vertically integrated approach, Bridge manages everything from development to leasing, often in partnership with large institutional investors like CPP Investments. The company has developed or acquired over 74 million square feet of industrial space and continues to expand its footprint through strategic joint ventures and sustainable development practices.
Bus.com is a North American-based transportation leader known for providing cost-effective, convenient, and enjoyable transportation solutions to Enterprise and Governmental organizations. We take pride in moving the world to make communities thrive through increased freedom of mobility, inclusion, and community development. From its founding in 2014 to today, Bus.com has evolved from a ride-sharing platform to an industry leader in charter and transit services.
