9th Annual Oakland Indie Awards Recognize Several Uptown/Downtown Businesses

Furthering the belief that Uptown/Downtown Oakland is THE place to do business, the Oakland Indie Awards recently recognized the following businesses:

·      Oakland Soul Category (represents the essence and spirit of Oakland):

o   The New Parkway Theater


o   Cafe Gabriela


·      Social Changemaker Category (incorporates positive social change): 

o   Regina's Door


·      Ripple Effect Category (supports local economy by buying supplies & services from other local vendors): 

o   OwlNWood


o   Concept 47


·      Pillar Category (long established business or artist with deep roots in the community): Geoffrey's Inner Circle


Other nominees from Uptown/Downtown include: VSCO, Field Day & Friends, Merkado, Two Jacks Denim, Awaken Café’, Betti Ono Gallery and more.  For a complete list of nominees, see: http://www.oaklandindieawards.com/nominees.html

The Oakland Indie Awards is an economic development initiative of Beneficial State Bank and Foundation that aims to build prosperity in our communities by celebrating local economy. Since its inception in 2007, the Oakland Indies has recognized over 100 local businesses and artists for their contribution to Oakland's unique culture and prosperity. See: www.oaklandindieawards.com