2 NORWALK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE • NOVEMBER 2010
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Norwalk
Chamber Of Commerce
12040 Foster Road, Norwalk, CA., 90650 Phone: 562.864.7785 FAX: 562.864.8539
info@norwalkchamber.com
Executive Committee PRESIDENT
Betty Chacon
Wells Fargo Bank VP FINANCE
Jesse Urquidi
NEW MEMBERS
Soroptimist International of Norwalk Marilee Stefenhagen P.O. Box 125 Norwalk CA 90650 562-505-0633 mmlibrarian@hayoo.com
RENEWING MEMBERS
Joseph Derthick
AFLAC VP COMMUNICATIONS/ SECRETARY Thompson & Associates IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
The following companies and individuals renewed their membership with the Norwalk Chamber of Commerce and the services we provide are made possible by of their support. “Support the Businesses that Support Economic Growth in Norwalk” 33 Years
14 Years
Teri Bazen
23 Years
12 Years
Board of Directors
19 Years
8 Years
17 Years
3 Years
Norwalk La Mirada Plumbing
Reggie Berry
Goals For Life Coast Plaza Hospital
Rob Cazares
Outback Restaurant
Rita DeBenedictis Café n’ Stuff
Lynda Fisher WalMart
Maria Gonzalez
Norwalk Unocal 76
Toni Grijalva
Cerritos College
Jennifer Kocaoglu
Costco Wholesale - Norwalk
Richard LeGaspi TNT Fireworks
Gary Murphy
Norwalk Florist/Flowers by Alan
Tracy Polley Kelco Sales
Lesley Watkins
Community Family Guidance Center AMBASSADOR CHAIR
Joseph Derthick AFLAC EVENTS CHAIR
Susan Arthur
Norwalk Toyota CHAMBER DEVELOPMENT CHAIR
Burger Basket
Norwalk Masonic Lodge #273
Sonoco
Norwalk Union 76 Service Ctr
Norwalk Dialysis
F.O.C.I.S.
Helpline Youth Counseling
BOWL
Continued from page 1 tom three that advanced were Aubrey Spilsbury, Jesus of Supervisor Knabe's team and Crystal Garcia of the City of Norwalk. The audience watched with bated breath as the bowling began. After all the pins were bowled down, Jenny emerged as the 1st place winner of the top scorers and Jesus took home the title for the bottom. All were awarded a special bowling pin trophy and ribbons. One of the big winners of the night was Karla Butler, of Thompson Bookkeeping. She was the winner of $300.00 from the Norwalk Chambers Opportunity Drawing. As teams go, the third place team of the evening was the Norwalk Rotary, 2nd place went to Camino Federal Credit Union, while the top spot went to the City of Norwalk Team #2. Best TShirt award was given to Golf n’ Stuff and their Peanuts shirts. This was the close of another successful Pumpkin Bowl, with many assuring the Norwalk Chamber that they would be back next year to defend their titles!
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Teri Bazen
Norwalk La Mirada Plumbing LEGISLATION CHAIR
Julia Emerson
So. Cal. Gas Company
Cheri Kelley
City Council Liaison
Chamber Staff Executive Director
Vivian Hansen
Membership Services Director
Caren Spilsbury
Anthology Fabrics Peter Cho 14745 Carmenita Rd Norwalk CA 90650 562-404-5611 Chotime@gmail.com
Integrated Account & Financial Services Larry McIntosh 11245 E. 183rd St. #265 Cerritos CA 90703 562-259-7827 larry@iafservices.com
Norwalk Lions Club PRESIDENT ELECT
Karla Butler
Franklin Career College Linda Estrella 12440 Firestone Blvd. Suite 200 Norwalk CA 90650 562-651-1626 lestrella@ franklincareercollege.com
Watt Companies Karin Gilbert 2716 Ocean Park Blvd. #3040 Santa Monica CA 90405 310-314-2466 kgilbert@wattcompanies.com
Northgate Gonzales Markets
BREAKFAST
Continued from page 1 them. Then after ten minutes everyone switched tables to meet and network with new people. Those in attendance were able to meet many different business owners and managers, rather than just those they ate breakfast with. After the networking wrapped up, raffle prizes were handed out to many at the event. When leaving, each person was offered a warm cookie by the Doubletree Hotel staff. From the positive comments that were heard by Chamber staff, this event is one worth holding every year. Special thanks to all who donated raffle prizes. The Norwalk Chamber of Commerce looks forward to making available every networking opportunity it can to members and potential members. Look for upcoming networking events offered by the Norwalk Chamber. Located near popular Southern California theme parks as well as dozens of world-class golf courses, the DoubleTree-Norwalk, hotel's accommodations offer something for everyone. Beyond great attractions, Doubletree Los Angeles-Norwalk is also close to other Southern California destinations, such as Santa Fe Springs, Downey, Whittier, Cerritos, Commerce, and Buena Park. Fly into Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Long Beach Airport (LGB), John Wayne Airport (SNA) and Ontario Airport (ONT) - we're just minutes away.
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Cerritos 13245 South St Cerritos, CA 90703 www.cartridgeworldusa.com
562-402-1035
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Continued from page 1 Clarkdale Ave, Norwalk 90650. Cost: $45 – MAKE ALL CHECKS TO LBCC. To sign up for this workshop please call (562) 864-7785, seating is limited or email info@norwalkchamber.com
2 Years
Norwalk Community Hospital Karen Codman FSC 1 Year
Capistrano Gardens Apartment Homes Realty World Classics
THANK YOU!
After hours mixer Salon De Leon & The Norwalk Chamber of Commerce invite you to an after hours mixer! Looking for a place to Connect and build business relationships and have a good time too? Enjoy an evening of fun and positive networking with other proactive business owners and professionals • Delicious Appetizers Prizes • Build New Business Relationships Wednesday- November 10 2010 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. 12074 Rosecrans Avenue, Norwalk 90650. Call or e-mail the Chamber to make reservations. Phone 562.864.7785 email: info@norwalkchamber.com NO FEE TO ATTEND!
President elect Joseph Derthick named to Oversight Committee The Cerritos College Board of Trustees has appointed Joseph Derthick, a 26-year resident of Norwalk, to the Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee. “The Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee was established in 2004 and is responsible for overseeing the college’s use of bond funds to ensure that the bond proceeds are only used for the projects included in the bond measure project list” said Aya Abelon, the college’s media relations coordinator. Each committee member serves a two year term. Mr. Derthick retired from SBC-Pacific Bell in 2002 and currently works as an independent insurance agent for AFLAC. He has also performed professionally for various musicals, including the Fullerton Civic Light Opera and Cerritos College productions, as well as chamber and symphony orchestras since 1974. He is a member of both the Norwalk and Cerritos Chambers of Commerce and is currently the Ambassador Chair for the Norwalk Chamber.