THERE ARE TWO SHOWS: 6 PM and 9 PMOver the course of a career spanning 30 years, Cedric the Entertainer has solidified his status as one of the world’s premier performers. In July 2018, the actor and comedian was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Just months later, in December 2018,  Cedric’s hometown of St Louis, Missouri named a street in his honor, Cedric The Entertainer Way, in recognition of his far-reaching career achievements and dedicated philanthropy.

In addition to starring in and executive producing TV’s #1 new comedy, THE NEIGHBORHOOD, Cedric also currently co-stars in the hit comedy “The Last O.G.” Additional television credits include “The Soul Man,” a comedy series Cedric co-created, executive produced and starred in for five seasons; “The Steve Harvey Show,” for which Cedric won four consecutive NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy; the sketch comedy series “Cedric the Entertainer Presents” nabbing the AFTRA Award of Excellence; and Disney’s animated “The Proud Family,” which earned him an NAACP Image Award. Also noteworthy, he hosted the 12th season of the syndicated game show “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.”

In film, Cedric is perhaps best known for his crowd-pleasing performances in the hit “Barbershop” film franchise, as well as “The Original Kings of Comedy,” the Spike Lee-directed concert feature that chronicled the record-breaking Kings of Comedy Tour. Additionally, his vocal talents are showcased in the top-ranking “Madagascar” and “Disney’s Planes” animated franchises. Most recently, Cedric earned critical acclaim for his dramatic performance in the Oscar-nominated feature, “First Reformed,” starring Ethan Hawke and Amanda Seyfried.

Happy New Year Rising Professionals!
$100 New Annual Membership

In celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr Day 2020, spend your day off with us at Happy Hour! His life and legacy of non-violence was instrumental in allowing us as black professionals to dine at one of our favorite upscale restaurants on Shelter Island, Bali Hai.

Bali Hai Happy Hour is held M-F 3pm-6pm including Traditional, Vegetarian, and Gluten-Free Menus. The drink menu features the city’s strongest Mai Tai! https://www.balihairestaurant.com/menus/happy-hour/
Free parking in the large parking lot. The drinks are Strong so Uber is highly recommended.

We have successfully reached 5,000 members! Due to the growing popularity of San Diego Black Professionals, on January 20, 2020 we must enact a Membership Fee. 2020 will be larger than ever and we want to ensure pre-paid accommodations for Event Planning including venues, happy hours, financial literacy programs, and picnic materials.

Join us for this exciting Membership Launch Party that will introduce new members AND remind loyal members of the connections that can be made over Happy Hour. We will have a special program that includes an overview of the membership benefits and answer any questions about the new changes in 2020.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the 2020 Vision for SDBP?
Since the black population in San Diego is under 6%, it can be difficult to find Black Culture here. It can be especially difficult to find those who relate to you as a Black Professional. SDBP serves the community as a welcome wagon to black people who relocate to San Diego. Then, we connect the Black Professional Culture to the San Diego Lifestyle.

What does the membership come with?
*2020 SDBP Membership Key chain (for access to member-only events)
*Access to “Ask Dree” – How to Navigate the San Diego Lifestyle
*Visibility to location and logistic information for all upcoming events
*Networking opportunities for expanded career and entrepreneurship leads
*Complimentary appetizers and beverage at Quarterly Members-only events

How has SDBP membership helped others?
Find your next friend, roommate, babysitter, mentor, church home, favorite restaurant, travel partner, business partner, or even your spouse. (ALL REAL SDBP TESTIMONIES)

What will SDBP do with my money?
Partner with successful businesses and organizations (like yours), Award scholarships for SDBP children graduating from high school, Reserve meetup venue space, Purchase event materials, Provide complimentary food and beverage for specific events, Build a website for member-friendly communication, Host an annual Black Professionals Life-Celebration cruise, Create a Signature Black Professionals New Years Eve Celebration, Hire a SDBP management team to better serve our members by our members.

How do I get involved?
*$100/year SDBP Individual Members or $10/month
*$50 one-time payment to Post an Approved Meetup. Completed meetup information and description needs to be submitted 3 weeks prior. The approved meetup will be posted 2 weeks prior to the event taking place.
*$1200/year SDBP Partnership Affiliate
The Partnership Affiliate Level comes with all of the Individual Member benefits and includes the access to Post up to 12 events per year on each platform:
Meetup.com Event Organizer
Facebook.com Page Advertiser
Instagram.com Business Partner

How do I pay my membership?
$100 Individual Membership or $1200 Partnership Affiliate
Paypal: sdblackpros2015@gmail.com
Pay the $100 Individual Membership through Meetup.com as of January 20, 2020.

What if I choose to not pay the $100 Individual Membership fee?
You will be required to pay for each meetup you attend.
You will not have full access to the SDBP professional network, meetup location and logistics.

I still have more questions about the 2020 Membership, what do I do?
Come to the SDBP 2020 Membership Launch Party on January 20th with any additional questions.
Leave Questions in the comments below this meetup.
Call, text, or email Dree (619)354-8134 or askdree@gmail.com.
Like us and Message questions on Facebook @SDBlackProfessionals

“We all love the San Diego Lifestyle; SDBP merges the Black Professional Culture with it.” – Dree