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Nominations for the 9th Annual Oakland Indie Awards will open in March 2015! Come back then and tell us who you think should win!
Nominations for the 9th Annual Oakland Indie Awards will open in March 2015! Come back then and tell us who you think should win!
Congratulations to the
8th Annual Oakland Indie Awards WINNERS!
8th Annual Oakland Indie Awards WINNERS!
Oakland Soul: Kev Choice!
Represents the soul, essence and spirit of Oakland. This business or artist appreciates diversity and creativity, is confident in their individuality and humbly supports their brothers and sisters.
Represents the soul, essence and spirit of Oakland. This business or artist appreciates diversity and creativity, is confident in their individuality and humbly supports their brothers and sisters.
Social Changemaker: Lolo Health!
This socially responsible business or individual incorporates positive social change into their mission, operations, and/or measures of success. They use creative approaches to give back to the community and address economic and environmental issues.
This socially responsible business or individual incorporates positive social change into their mission, operations, and/or measures of success. They use creative approaches to give back to the community and address economic and environmental issues.
Ripple Effect: Loakal Art Gallery!
A business that supports the local economy by buying their supplies and services from other local vendors, creating a “ripple effect” as money circulates within the community
A business that supports the local economy by buying their supplies and services from other local vendors, creating a “ripple effect” as money circulates within the community
Job Creator: Chop Bar!
An independent business that has a positive effect on the region by consistently providing good jobs for residents of the Bay Area, employs 50 people or more, is socially responsible and/or environmentally sustainable.
An independent business that has a positive effect on the region by consistently providing good jobs for residents of the Bay Area, employs 50 people or more, is socially responsible and/or environmentally sustainable.
Innovative Newcomer: Hub Oakland!
A business or artist that started in the last three years that excites and inspires with a creative new idea, perspective, model or solution.
A business or artist that started in the last three years that excites and inspires with a creative new idea, perspective, model or solution.
Pillar: Western Christian Books & Cafe!
A long-established Oakland business or artist with deep roots in the community and long-standing ties to the people, culture and history of The Town. This person or business mentors newbies and is renowned for their contributions to Oakland’s living history.
A long-established Oakland business or artist with deep roots in the community and long-standing ties to the people, culture and history of The Town. This person or business mentors newbies and is renowned for their contributions to Oakland’s living history.
Greenie: WaterSprout!
An environmental champion who works to improve our community through sustainable practices, products or services. This local business or individual reduces waste or consumption, creates green products or provides green services.
An environmental champion who works to improve our community through sustainable practices, products or services. This local business or individual reduces waste or consumption, creates green products or provides green services.
Check out our past winners here!
What are the Indies all about?
The Oakland Indie Awards is a One PacificCoast Bank & Foundation signature event aiming to build prosperity in our communities by celebrating local economy. Since inception in 2007, the Oakland Indies has recognized over 100 local businesses and artists for their contribution to Oakland's unique culture and prosperity. Join us as we continue the tradition!
At the Indies, local businesses and artists
are the Rock Stars.
The 8th Annual Oakland Indie Awards
Friday, May 30, 2014
6:30-10:30pm
Kaiser Center Roof Garden
(300 Lakeside Drive, Oakland, CA)
Get tickets!
Eat * Drink * Dance * Shop * Party
1300+ Oakland lovers partying under the stars!
Friday, May 30, 2014
6:30-10:30pm
Kaiser Center Roof Garden
(300 Lakeside Drive, Oakland, CA)
Get tickets!
Eat * Drink * Dance * Shop * Party
1300+ Oakland lovers partying under the stars!
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
And a special thanks to our partners that help make the Indies Great!
The 8th Annual Oakland Indie Awards are brought you by:
