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WHAT’S INSIDE

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Credits

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Cover Story Mobility Moving Forward A little talk about planes, trains and automobiles in Los Angeles.

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A Look Back at 75 Years

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Going for Gold

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LAX Coastal Does Metro

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Growing with Our Neighbors

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Your Business Community at Work

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Meet Your Local Chamber

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Our LAX Coastal Backbone

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At Your Service

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Membership Directory Welcome to LAX Coastal Explore the members and industries of the LAX Coastal Chamber of Commerce.

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Construction & Engineering

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Education

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Entertainment

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Financial Services

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Food & Beverage

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Freight Forwarding

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Health & Beauty

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Home & Business Improvement

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Hospitality

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Housing

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Legal Services

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Manufacturing

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Medical Services

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Nonprofit

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Pet Services

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Professional Services

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Real Estate

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Retail

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Transportation & Aviation Services

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A-Z Membership Directory

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One Last Look

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Mobility moving forward A little talk about planes, trains and automobiles in Los Angeles

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rom planes to trains to automobiles, traveling in and around the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is going to look

a lot different over the next few years.

“The various LAMP projects, working in tandem,

The various LAMP

would help us remove at least 40 percent of the current vehicular traffic from our Central Terminal

projects, working in

Area,” said Flint, who added, “We would have the

of a $14-billion infrastructure campaign, called the

tandem, would help us

the anchor, on one end of the 2.25-mile elevated

Landside Access Modernization Program (LAMP),

remove at least

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) is in the midst

which will help improve the LAX passenger experience, relieve traffic congestion and make LAX a

40 percent of the current

world-class airport.

vehicular traffic from our

LAMP consists of several primary components. At the centerpiece is an Automated People Mover

Central Terminal Area.

country’s largest rental car consolidated facility, train—Automated People Mover—that includes two additional stops outside the airport and three stops in the CTA.” And passengers will finally have a way to connect with Los Angeles’ burgeoning public transportation system.

(APM) system, which will provide free, fast,

Today, the connection is cumbersome for passen-

convenient and reliable access to the Central

gers arriving at the airport—take a taxi, bus or

Terminal Area for passengers, employees and other

Uber to the Green Line station to connect to other

users of LAX, 24-hours a day. The APM will be

“Right now, our curbsides, roadways and sur-

light rail lines and navigate the whole process with

built completely above grade without diminishing

rounding neighborhoods suffer from congestion,

luggage.

existing roadway capacity and will connect to the

uncertainty, poor way-finding and poor experi-

passenger terminals with a pedestrian walkway

ence,” admitted LAWA Executive Director, Deborah

When the APM is complete and the new Airport

system located above the existing roads and curb

Flint. “The Landside Access Modernization Program

areas.

would be the most transformative change at

When the effort is complete, the people-mover will transport passengers between the Central Terminal Area (CTA) and a variety of new project components, including a state-of-the-art Consolidated Rental Car Facility, new public parking facilities and multiple locations for passenger pick up and drop off. In addition, the APM system will include a

LAX—giving passengers choices that provide a first-class, swift, convenient and reliable way to access LAX. Right now, it’s unpredictable, it’s unreliable, and it’s uncertain. For our 50,000 employees, the record-breaking numbers of passengers, the

Metro Connector station is finished, passengers can leave the terminal on a people-mover and connect directly to a Metro light rail station that will give them access to both the Green Line and the Crenshaw/LAX Line.

Metro’s Pauletta Tonilas said the new station and its train cars are designed specifically for airport

meeters and greeters, it is a huge, huge problem

travelers, including additional space for luggage.

that we have to fix.”

“This will not be a typical station,” she said. “This will be a hub to serve travelers, a really nice transit

connection to the Airport Metro Connector transit

For visitors to LAX, the big bonus is how the new

station to be located at 96th Street/Aviation

system will trim traffic around the terminals and

Boulevard, which will provide airport passengers

provide easier and faster connections to the many

with access to the regional Metro transit system in

rental car operations that are currently scattered

Tonilas said the airport connection is a critical

Westchester.

about the area.

component in Metro’s on-going effort to create a

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hub that will include beautiful concourses, retail and other things travelers will need.”

public transportation system that embraces all of

ing West Los Angeles with the San Fernando Valley,

create 465,300 new jobs; and share with every city

Los Angeles, but that the shift from people driving

extending the foothill Gold Line to Claremont,

in the county millions of dollars a year for traffic

to people riding will undoubtedly be a slow one.

finishing the Purple Line subway to Westwood

improvements and crucial infrastructure repairs,

and the Crenshaw Line to LAX, running a new

such as street resurfacing and seismic retrofitting

light-rail line from Artesia to Union Station and

of our bridges. Measure M also allows us to offer

improving the Orange Line Bus Rapid Transit in the

discounted fares for students, the elderly and

San Fernando Valley by adding grade separations

people with disabilities.”

“People in the West, in general, love their cars,” she said. “Traveling by car has been a way of life in L.A., but the Metro system is already serving 1.4 million riders every day. The process comes slowly and it happens in baby steps.”

“We’re not suggesting people give up their cars, but we’re saying, ‘Try transit for one day a week— for a doctor’s appointment to commute to work, whatever. Try our online trip planner. Many people who try it find that it is a lot simpler than they thought.”

Like a balanced diet, Tonilas said public transportation should be part of every commuter’s menu of options.

“We don’t look at the car as the enemy, more like a

within two years.

Tonilas said she hopes people eventually begin

“Measure M will finally give us the type of world-

taking public transportation because it is the

class, interconnected transportation system that

easiest and most inexpensive option.

other cities use to reduce traffic and create jobs,” said Councilmember Mike Bonin, who represents the airport area. “It will allow us to: construct a system that reduces our commute times by 15%; Ceremonial helmets and shovels help break ground on multiple advancement projects at LAX

“Metro’s fares are among the cheapest in the country,” she said. “It’s really the most economical ride you will have. Just $1.75 will take you from one side of the county to the other.”

For those who live and work near the airport, that connectivity will be critical as Los Angeles expects to grow by more than 2 million people over the next 40 years and its airport will continue to serve

partner,” she said. “Use your car to get to the train

as a prime hub, linking the U.S. to the Pacific Rim.

or to the bus and bring your bike or walk. It’s all

While Metro is focused on getting travelers from

part of a multimodal system that any great city has to develop.”

the airport and to final destinations all over the Southland, Flint said perhaps the airport’s largest

Over the next 40 years, Los Angeles is poised to

effort will be improving passenger experience.

see a massive increase in public transit options,

A big part of this improvement will be the

thanks in large part to two sales tax measures approved by voters in 2008 (Measure R) and 2016 (Measure M). Funds from these two measures will pay for 40 major transit and highway projects over the next several decades, including new rapid transit, bus lines, highway repairs and much more.

completion of the $961-million midfield satellite concourse, which will provide 11 new gates that will be able to accommodate the larger planes now flying into LAX. Without the concourse, passengers are subjected to long waits at remote terminals before boarding buses to take them to the main

Measure M will raise $120 billion, alone.

terminal area.

“This is the boldest, most comprehensive transpor-

“There is not one of us who haven’t been embar-

tation investment initiative in North America and I

rassed by what we see at LAX,” said Councilmem-

want to thank the voters for bestowing on us that

ber Bonin as the council voted to approve the

sacred trust,” said Metro CEO, Phil Washington,

project. “There have been myths that Los Angeles

after more than 70 percent of the voters approved

would not invest in the airport. Myths that NIMBYs

the measure in November.

were blocking the modernization,” he said, refer-

The big-name projects include: digging out a transit tunnel under the Sepulveda Pass connect-

ring to “Not In My Backyard” objectors.

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Plans call for the new midfield satellite to be

have so much to be proud of. However, infra-

opened in 2020, with other improvements coming

structure and facility improvements alone will

in future years.

not guarantee that LAX delivers an iconic guest

“We are restructuring the airport,” Bonin said. “No

experience deserving of our iconic city. “

exceptional airport experience on all sides.

“We’ve launched what we call the LAXceptional Xperience,” she said. “This is a culture change that fosters an exceptional guest experience ethic

longer will people have to take a shuttle bus to

Flint said the airport is improving beyond peo-

amongst all who work and do business at the

get around. This will become an entirely different

ple-movers and buildings, aiming to deliver an

airport by putting the guest first.”

airport.”

She outlined the plan as follows:

The change is already being noticed.

We strive to make all guest visits efficient, hospitable and memorable by providing modern, world-class facilities and services that showcase the ambiance and excitement of L.A. and the lifestyle and warmth of sunny Southern California.

“LAX was recently named Skytrax’ 2017 Top 10 Most Improved Airports—we’re making progress, heading in the right direction,” said Flint, who came to LAWA in 2015 from the Port of Oakland,

We don't look at the car as the enemy, more like

where she delivered the $480-milliion BART Airport Rail project after years of effort and

a partner. Use

challenges; executed strategies to stabilize and reverse passenger traffic decline in a difficult market environment; and redesigned the airport’s customer experience to make the airport more competitive.

“To stand out among the nation’s other airports, we have to make sure all of our international and domestic passenger’s individual needs are being met. The last several years have focused on our mission to build world-class facilities—and we

your car to get to the train or to the bus, and bring your bike or walk.

The millions of people who travel through our airport are not just passengers or customers; they are guests who are valued and appreciated and deserve to be treated as such. Our vision is to work with our LAX partners to foster an LAX experience that showcases the excitement of Los Angeles in ways that are modern, efficient, innovative, exciting, yet caring.

The use of the term “guest” is not just a name change, it’s a culture change. It’s an immediate attitude and mindset shift in the way we view

Workers make their way through the tunnel that will connect Metro's MLK and Leimert Park stations located along the Crenshaw/LAX Line

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and treat our passengers. The words we use are powerful because when we change the way we speak, we change the way we act.

Our investment in and support of these programs are unprecedented and are part of our big and bold commitment to being customer-centric, especially in the midst of our $14-billion capital improvement program. How we treat people and how we make them feel during their airport journey is a critical part of our mission to connect the world to people, places and cultures.

Helping to ensure that the more than 50,000 employees of LAX provide an exceptional experience to its millions of guests, the Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners (BOAC) recently approved contracts for airport-wide customer service training, performance management and employee-appreciation programs—designed to engage the entire airport community and ensure service excellence.

airport staff towards ambitious, but achievable,

are creating significant employment opportuni-

goals related to excellence in people, innovation

ties—breaking down the walls and the barriers

in processes, exceptional quality in facilities and

to provide a pathway, a roadmap, a runway to

guest services and strong business fundamentals,

economic empowerment.”

with a mission to “serve the world, connecting people, places and cultures” and a vision of “gold-standard airports—delivered.”

“I envision a future where LAX will be recognized among the top tier of major airports worldwide for quality of passenger experience,” Flint said. “We want to address every aspect of performance from airport access, check-in and security lines, fixedbase operators and other general aviation business service levels: to food quality, restroom cleanliness and gate crowding.

She said she also wants LAX to be a leader in sustainability.

“Sustainability affects all of us as it helps us lower the cost of doing business at the airport. It leads to better products and enhanced customer relationships with our stakeholders, and it creates more opportunities for employees to make a positive impact in the community where we operate,” Flint said. “At LAX, we are highlighting sustainability by adopting design guidelines that will apply to all future capital projects at the airport. The guidelines will encourage energy efficiency, reduced emissions—leading to better air quality. We will look for more solar opportunities, more charging stations for electric vehicles and use recycled water for our landscaping.”

“All of these sustainability features

“We are ushering in a new era

will enhance the passenger expe-

for LAX and its guests that is as

rience, improve the air quality and

exciting and as big and bold as the

work environment of our employees

iconic city it serves,” said BOAC

and neighbors and will demonstrate

Commissioner President, Sean Bur-

that we can modernize and improve

ton, who added that the airport

the airport in a socially responsible

has created a Guest Experience

way that protects the environment.”

Council in collaboration with

Flint said the future of LAX is bright,

airlines, concessionaires, Transpor-

and like the expansion of the city’s

tation Security Administration,

public transportation system,

Customs and Border Protection,

travelers and residents alike need

ground transportation providers and airport employees.

The LAX roadmap to improve the

to be patient as the future of travel evolves.

Rendering of the Los Angeles International Airport's upcoming Automated People Mover (APM) system, featuring three stations throughout the airport grounds and a convenient pedestrian walkway system

overall guest experience includes valuable tools such as satisfaction surveys, training and mystery shopping, as well as a rewards and recognition program to highlight airport staff that are exceptional in serving LAX’s guests. By optimizing their journey with exceptional people, services,

“Great airports of the future are not the ones that run and hide from the evolution of technology, but are ones that invest in, and are on the forefront of, cutting edge technology—and upgrade every element of the guest experience.”

innovation, technology and modern, cleaner

As the airport undertakes a massive new culture

facilities, LAX is striving to increase guest satisfac-

shift and completes its unprecedented infrastruc-

tion. Through these advancements, they plan to

ture upgrades, Flint said the department will be

convey a positive ambience and improve efficiency

careful to make sure local businesses benefit from

through increased throughput, decreased wait

the airport’s improvement.

times, better signage, and a streamlined process.

“LAWA has a critical role in cultivating job pros-

LAWA’s recent Employee Driver Strategic Plan calls

pects for small, local and diverse businesses,” she

for it to work with its partners, stakeholders and

said. “The infrastructure improvements at LAX

“The transformation of LAX is a

journey that will take time,” she said. “My goal is to have LAX ranked at the top of Global Airports, have the city be proud of its airport and that it reflects L.A.”

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a look back at 75 years Remembering Westchester's 75th Anniversary

Drollinger Family Charitable Foundation President, Karen Dial, gets ready to cut the cake in honor of Westchester's birthday's at the WAM Festival

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Councilmember Bonin declares December 4 "Westchester Day" at City Hall

e love when the community can

rendition of “Happy Birthday” and was treated to

Lou Crockett, Howard Drollinger, Shirley Pfeil,

come together to celebrate, and

a Westchester-themed cake decorated with local

Morrey Plotkin, Lloyd Hild and Alan Cassman—who

Westchester’s 75th anniversary

landmarks.

helped shape Westchester into the close-knit and

provided the perfect opportunity for the neighborhood to show their love for 90045!

The anniversary’s signature event, the 75th Anniversary Cocktail Reception, was held on October

When the Westchester Anniversary Committee,

27 at Loyola Marymount University. More than 200

comprised of a group of local leaders, announced

people were in attendance to party, take advan-

Westchester was having a landmark birthday, com-

tage of a photo booth, peruse the Westchester/

munity groups jumped on board to help celebrate

Playa Historical Society slide show and photo

engaged community that it is today. A slideshow in their honor was shown. Longtime Westchester residents Mary Ellen Cassman and Rowena Ake were also presented with the “Key to Westchester” for their contributions.

Thanks to Councilmember Mike Bonin and West-

and ensure a variety of activities for people to

chester/Playa Field Deputy Anna Kozma, December

participate.

4 was declared “Westchester Day” in California.

A special presentation was made at City Hall

Leading the charge was the LAX Coastal Chamber,

Downtown, and the Westchester 75th Anniver-

who chose the theme “Our Little Piece of Paradise:

sary Committee was presented with a beautiful

Celebrating 75 Years of Westchester” for its 17th

commendation that currently is on display at the

Annual Fourth of July Parade. More than 50 entries

Chamber’s office.

highlighting Westchester’s history, landmarks, and small-town feel marched down Loyola Blvd. on

There are a few more activities planned to round

parade day.

out the year of anniversary activities and events, including the Westchester Rotary’s Annual Book

Other community organizations, including the Airport Marina Counseling Service, the Westchester

Wright Middle School STEAM Magnet student, Jolene C., 13, took home the grand prize in the Westchester 75 art contest

Elks, Westchester Farmers’ Market, local schools,

Sale in May. Stay tuned by reading the HomeTown

News or visiting facebook.com/thehtn.

Councilman Bonin’s office and the Emerson Avenue

display, enjoy the live Jazz band and dance and

Thank you to the Westchester 75th Anniversary

Community Garden also helped celebrate at their

socialize with fellow community members. Special

Sponsors: Drollinger Charitable Foundation, Zacha

own events, from AMCS handing out anniversary

guests Congresswoman Maxine Waters, Assembly-

Homes, William H. Hannon Foundation, Loyola

wristbands at the Jet to Jetty race to the Farmers’

member Autumn Burke and Councilmember Mike

Marymount University, LAX Coastal Chamber, the

Market displaying historical Westchester photos.

Bonin also made an appearance. The event gave

HomeTown News, Cozette Vergari and the Plotkin

At the Emerson Avenue Community Garden’s inau-

the opportunity to pay tribute to Westchester’s

Family Foundation.

gural Westchester Arts and Music Festival (WAM),

Founders and Pioneers— Fritz B. Burns, William

the community was invited to sing a rousing

H. Hannon, Ella Drollinger, Hugo Francis, Mary

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Stephanie Davis, HomeTown News

Going for gold The ups and downs of Los Angeles 2024

T

he 2016 Olympics, better known as Rio

With such a solid foundation in place, and a

maladies: debt, displacement and police violence.”

2016, was a milestone for the United

successful history to back it up, it’s hard to imagine

Rio 2016 brought many issues to light; from the

States. Our athletes continued their

that Los Angeles would have any misgivings about

infamous Ryan Lochte “robbery” to the Zika virus

trend of excellence, winning 121 medals overall—61

becoming a host city in 8 years; but, just like an

outbreak with a little doping mixed in, it seemed

to women, 55 to men and 5 to mixed events—to

impressive uneven bars routine, LA 2024 has its ups

as if Rio was an unfortunate incidence of events,

once again claim the medal table as we have for

and downs.

until you looked at Olympic history and realized

five out of the six past Summer Olympics, as well as finally earning the 1,000th gold Olympic medal for our country. The sense of accomplishment was absolute and helped to spread Olympian-sized enthusiasm, culminating in LA 2024: the Los Angeles 2024 Olympic Bid.

Throughout Olympic history, the Games have an almost perfect record of breaking budget. Some years—here’s looking at you, Sochi—even ending

that scandal was never too far from the Games.

Taking this pattern into account, Zirin continued his op-ed with a call to action:

at more than $38-billion dollars above budget.

"What every city needs to do—and I’m looking

With that taken into account, can Los Angeles be

right at you Los Angeles—is just say no. Rejecting the Games is the

Our hometown of

only action that

Los Angeles has

holds the potential

already built a rep-

to spur meaningful

utation around the

reform. Then perhaps

Olympics. As the only

we'll see the IOC

host city to finish an

end the practice of

Olympic Games with

city-by-city bids that

a surplus, the Los An-

encourages high-

geles Olympic model

stakes promises and

is often used as an

requires the creation

example for success.

of massive Games

Through thoughtful

infrastructure, often

planning and strate-

from scratch, every

gic location choices,

four years."

we were able to earn

No matter how

$215-million from

you look at it, the

the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, and are looking to do that and more in

sure to continue their trend of a financially-suc-

2024.

cessful Games? Cities within Los Angeles County

According to early projections, Los Angeles 2024 is expected to leave behind a surplus of $161-million, despite the potential $6-billion cost. The official LA 2024 bid states, “we designed a plan centered on sustainability and fiscal responsibility. That means maximizing the use of our existing world-class facilities, civic spaces, unique geography and iconic backdrops.” In holding with the Olympic Agenda 2020—the official strategy of the International Olympic Committee to strengthen the Games and

are also a little concerned regarding their fiscal obligation to the Games, working to address important questions such as, should anything happen to an Olympic location within the boundaries of a specific city, would the cost be transferred to the city and its residents or handled by a larger party? Currently, state legislation SB1465 is under review to create an Olympic Games Trust Fund to potentially alleviate many of these concerns, but is awaiting action by Governor Jerry Brown.

prospect of LA 2024 is exciting for the future of our city. From media coverage to local excitement, even if Los Angeles does not reign triumphant against Budapest and Paris at the International Olympic Committee Session in Peru this September, the effects of the Los Angeles 2024 Olympic Bid will still be heard, seen and felt. We wouldn’t have been able to put it better ourselves than the Los Angeles Olympic Committee when they stated, “the sun is the perfect symbol for Los Angeles, and there is no stronger metaphor for what this city is all about: reinvention. The rising and setting sun is our inspiration, offering the promise of a

support host cities—Los Angeles is also expanding

The Olympic Games themselves are also under

tomorrow that can be whatever we want it to be.”

upon their no-build model to promise that “LA

scrutiny. As Dave Zirin from the Los Angeles Times

Here’s to a multitude of tomorrows.

2024 will reimagine the Olympic and Paralympic

stated in his op-ed, There’s still time L.A.—Just say

Learn more about LA 2024 at la24.org.

Games as the first energy-positive, solar powered

no to the Olympics, “in every recent Games, we've

Games ever.”

seen some version of the worst of the Olympics

Kirby Israelson

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lAX COASTAL DOES METRO A personal perspective on taking public transportation in Los Angeles

ou’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it a million times, and you’ve sat through hours of traffic as we try to make Measure M come to fruition: take public transportation. The benefits have been touted; whether you’re looking to avoid traffic or save the planet, everyone knows that public transportation is a great idea, and yet, according to census data, only 7% of Los Angeles County residents are regular users. Why? What is keeping us from making the right decision when it comes to our daily commute?

Y

With horror stories abound, from urine-stenched seats to the “crazy homeless man” that everyone supposedly encounters, it’s easy to see why anyone would be hesitant to change their routine.

But maybe we should.

As your local chamber you know the LAX Coastal Chamber of Commerce is here to fight for what is best for the LAX Coastal community, so in 2016 our staff and Leadership Academy class went on their own Metro adventure to shed a little light on public transit. Hesitation is often the child of fear of the unknown, so let’s take the unknown out of the equation and inspire engagement instead.

Being unfamiliar with the Metro system in general, our first mistake was attempting to find our way Downtown on our own. At first glance, the Metro Bus and Rail System map is daunting. What do all of the numbers mean? Where is everything going?

Is this really what Downtown looks like? Our

Our Mission Travel to Downtown, Los Angeles City Hall, via public transit from the LAX Coastal Chamber

Estimated Travel Time 50 to 75 minutes

Estimated Travel Fare $2.50

wrong. After circling for what felt like millions of years and making one poor gentleman feel incredibly uneasy as we followed behind him on his walk from the station to the street at a leisurely 3 miles an hour (only to give out a sigh of exasperation as we realized he was smarter than we were and did not park in this lot), we found a duo heading to their car and happily nabbed their spot. The time was now 8:43am. Overall confidence lessened by 15% (but we were surprised to find out you can park at this station for up to 72 hours).

heads started to hurt before even stepping foot on a bus, until we realized there must be a better way. We headed over to proud Chamber member, Google, and found our saving grace: Metro Trip Planner. The ease of using this system was refreshing; just say where you are, where you want to go, what time you are leaving, and how little you want to walk and viola! Instant game plan. Our game plan told us it was time to head to the Metro Rail Green Line.

Time to purchase our TAP cards. For those as unfamiliar as we once were, TAP cards are like credit cards for public transit: great for those of us who don’t often have exact change in our pockets and enjoy the ease of refilling our balances online.

We found ourselves the proper kiosk, rejoiced in the lack of a line (confidence increased by 5%), and prepared to purchase 15 TAP cards for our Leadership Academy students who would be taking this Metro adventure themselves the following day.

We happily pressed the button to purchase a new TAP card and learned the hard way to choose the correct option because, after that, things weren’t entirely self-explanatory. Were we just adding one fare? Did we want to add a total balance? How come you have to be as fast as The Flash to get a receipt? Confidence decreased by 3%, we annoyed a few people in line, engaged in conversation with a Veteran who informed us that the Military bus fare was discounted to $0.35, and bonded with the confused family at the kiosk next to us who looked just as lost and confused as we were. But luckily, after the first 2 cards, we got the hang of it and were buying TAP cards like a pro. Pro tip: Always buy your TAP card at a kiosk and not at the Metro office. When we called for support they informed us that the kiosk price was $1 cheaper!

Our next mistake was that karma finds you when you try to cheat. Don’t drive to the Aviation LAX Station, which is only a few blocks down from the chamber office, unless you are arriving extremely early and are looking forward to circling a parking lot, over and over again. We arrived at 8:32am, planning on boarding the 9:11am Green Line, completely confident that we had left ourselves enough of a cushion to avoid stress. We were

With smiling faces and a handful of TAP cards, we TAP-ed our way onto the platform just in time to hear our Green Line pull away from the station.

Our smiles flagged a little, but the near-empty platform was almost worth it. The view was beautiful, the furniture was eccentric—complete with concrete lawn chairs—and small bits of literature were included as aesthetic enhancements. We waited patiently on the side of the platform head-

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ing to Norwalk (where on earth was Norwalk?) until it was our turn to take the Green Line.

way onto the bus. Never doubt the importance of asking for help.

When the light rail arrived we joined the small group of passengers already on-board and took our seats. We sat by the window, for the first time taking in the scenery that we are normally dissuaded from looking at when driving a vehicle.

We smiled as we watched the cars on the freeway who had to deal with traffic jams and inconsiderate drivers who didn’t know how to use their turn signal and, yes, we did feel a little like gloating.

There was something incredibly freeing about the experience. The Green Line was going to take us exactly where we needed to go. It wouldn’t get lost, it wouldn’t get stopped by traffic, and it even gave us a little time to ourselves. Our morning commute was, for the first time we could remember, filled with peace. Next stop: Harbor Freeway Station.

We took our seats near the back and settled in for the longest part of our journey. This bus ride was estimated to take us nearly 30 minutes, so we planned on spending it in comfort and conversation. Our fellow bus patrons were engrossed in their own worlds of books and phones and iPods and none of them raised any red flags, contrary to popular media belief. The woman sitting in front of us laughed quietly to herself at our stories while commenting on Facebook. The gentleman to our left bobbed his head along to a beat none of us could hear. We watched cars disappear from view as they were left behind, stuck in a traffic jam our Silver Line wasn’t hindered by as we continued along the 110 freeway on the Metro Express Lanes.

Again, we felt a sense of quiet and peace, as well as satisfaction, as we were finally able to drive on the bus-only lanes that have been taunting us since their construction.

For the final leg of our journey we needed to board the Silver Line at the Harbor Freeway Station, so we hopped off our rail, looked around for the proper signs to tell us where to go (good on you, Metro! Your signage was definitely on its A Game), and caught the proper vantage point just in time to see us missing our ride. Again.

Confidence did not decrease—we started to notice that sometimes these things happen and Metro seems to account for it—and we walked down two sets of stairs to our stop. By this time we noticed we were waiting for a bus, not a rail (we must’ve missed that note on our trip planner) and that there were two options for the Silver Line: 910 and 950x. Again, confidence did not drop, rather we did what any normal person does when lost: we asked for help. So when the driver of the 950x Silver line appeared about 4 minutes later and we asked, “Do you stop at Spring Street?,” their nod raised our confidence level by 15% and we TAP-ed our

As we made our way Downtown, exiting the freeway for surface streets, we were able to once again enjoy a view that we so often miss. Rather than being hyper-aware of wayward pedestrians and getting lost in a myriad of one-way streets, we were finding Escape Rooms we never noticed, watching groups settle in front of the Staples Center, and looking at the people making their way up and down the streets. We are often averse to traveling Downtown, disliking the maze of busy streets and expensive parking and the hassle of traffic, but sitting on the Silver Line, with its charmingly ugly seat cushions and broken TV screen, erased our apprehensions. We could finally see the allure of our metropolis and the draw to using public transportation on a regular basis. Bus patrons even seemed nicer than fellow Los Angeleno drivers; instead of exchanging swear words

and middle fingers in the midst of a crowd, we saw a man holding the bus doors open for an elderly woman and a young adult moving his bag to clear a seat for another gentleman to sit down. Maybe there is a little something to togetherness. Who knows, maybe the world would be a nicer place if more people took the bus.

True to its word, the bus pulled up to Spring St./Temple St. at 10:11am (after we stopped our philosophical inner monologue long enough to remember to request the stop. Pro tip: Pay attention to where you are, the bus driver doesn’t know what stop you are looking for unless you tell him), and we were finally standing right on the steps up to Los Angeles City Hall. We had made it, with very little in the way of mishaps and misgivings, and our City Hall looked beautiful as always. We stood there with a smile on our face, arms akimbo, and ready to do it all over again. (Okay maybe not, we really have to get back to work. Can somebody call us an Uber?)

Mission Completed Travel to Downtown, Los Angeles City Hall, via public transit from the LAX Coastal Chamber

Travel Time 54 minutes

Travel Fare $3.25 Estimated driving cost: $8.52

Confidence Level 97%

Willingness to Ride Public Transit Again 125%

Kirby Israelson

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Growing with our neighbors See how our LAX Coastal neighbors are building for the better

EL Segundo elevon Campus El Segundo is on the rise. This mixed-use development—totaling over 40 acres—is home to retail locations, office buildings, athletic fields, the new Hyatt Place Hotel, and now: Elevon.

Elevon at Campus El Segundo is a modern office and retail center. Complete with compelling architecture, picturesque water walls, and lounge areas, Elevon is designed to enhance your relationship with the environment around you, with many design elements built to encourage a better indoor/outdoor relationship. Aiming for a neighborly feel and a work/life balance, Elevon truly is a tribute to El Segundo’s aerospace history as it helps elevate the community upward.

Learn more at elsegundobusiness.com

INGLEWOOD AVAIRE SOUTH BAY With LAX being transformed into a world class airport and future Metro projects already underway, modern methods of transportation are increasingly influencing our way of life (and not just through traffic). Responding to that influence is Avaire South Bay, a transit-oriented apartment community built in the Inglewood neighborhood.

Located across from the Aviation/LAX Metro Green Line Rail Station, Avaire South Bay apartments are not only luxurious but also public transit friendly, looking to breathe new life into the community along Aviation Boulevard. Opened in 2016, Avaire features over 250 apartments and is building a community “where your life can take flight.”

Learn more at liveavaire.com

LOS ANGELES Sandstone properties A community’s success often depends on relevance and growth, not just the amazing men and women that work and live within its boundaries. Sandstone Properties, a Los Angeles-based real estate firm, is helping fulfill both of these requirements through their newest development along Sepulveda Boulevard.

Johnson Fain, an architecture firm, is working with Sandstone Properties to develop a 175 resident, 5-story apartment building adjacent to the Howard Hughes Center that will not only allow for increased growth within the community, but will also offer over $87,000 worth of upgrades to the Sepulveda streetscape. This property is one of many working to improve living conditions and foot traffic throughout the area, however, as of print time a project timeline has yet to be released.

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INGLEWOOD CITY OF CHAMPIONS Football is coming home to Los Angeles. After a two-decade absence, our backyard will once again be the home for not one but two NFL teams: the Los Angeles Rams and the Los Angeles Chargers.

On November 27, 2016, local leaders and NFL representatives broke ground for the future City of Champions district in Inglewood. Designed by HKS, a New York based architecture firm, the City of Champions will be a multi-use district for entertainment, retail, and residential purposes, featuring a $2.6 billion, 80,000 spectator stadium. The stadium is expected to open in time for the 2019 NFL season, is already the host for Super Bowl 2021, and (if the Los Angeles bid is accepted) will play a prominent role in the LA 2024 Olympics.

Learn more at hksinc.com

LOS ANGELES ALTITUDE APARTMENTS Who doesn’t want to be entertained? Entertainment is often as sought after as luxury when finding a home. Residents are not only looking for walk-in closets and quartz countertops, but also a community that is engaging and offers a multitude of opportunities.

Altitude Apartments offers a contemporary living experience, complete with salt-water swimming pools and private balconies, all within walking distance of the Promenade at Howard Hughes Center and Westfield Culver City Mall. Bordering the Silicon Beach corridor, these apartments provide a modern connection to a thriving community, as well as ease of access to LAX, the beach, and a variety of other local hotspots.

Learn more at altitudeapts.com

manhattan beach manhattan village mall June 2016 marked the beginning of an exciting transformation within Manhattan Beach: the renovation of Manhattan Village. Viewed as a premier shopping destination within the South Bay, Manhattan Village is looking forward to interior renovations, inspired by a coastal-chic atmosphere, and the new open-air extension coined The Village Shops.

Reminiscent of a resort beach town, The Village Shops will feature new stores and restaurants with a family-friendly ambience, as well as pet-friendly areas, gardens, water features, and more. Construction for the North and South locations is expected to begin in early 2017, and they promise that “with more to come, you’ll love it!”

Learn more at shopmanhattanvillage.com

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Deborah Flint of Los Angeles World Airports installs our 2016-2017 LAX Coastal Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors during the Installation Dinner Gala

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Your

Business Community

at Work

Walking Through the Doors of Paradise As I walk out of the Paradise Building early

of Marina (also known as Mother’s) Beach, our

one morning, sun shining, I can’t help but think

community is changing, evolving and renewing

about how lucky we are to live in this amazing

vibrancy. Our little pocket of Los Angeles is being

community. I am not sure if my energy has a

seen as an emerging growth community and we

little to do with the faint smell of In ‘N Out in the

are no longer a secret gem hidden away at the

distance or the gentle rumble of an Airbus A380

edge of the city.

flying overhead, but there is definitely a feeling of

The Chamber has been a wonderful and extremely

excitement in the air.

rewarding opportunity for me to get involved. I

This is my eighth board meeting of the year and I

am honored that we work so hard to be the per-

have the pleasure of serving as the 64th Chairman

fect blend of business and community and I think

of the Board for the LAX Coastal Chamber of

Chair Charles Bassett and Honorary Mayor Ryan Gales in the 2016 LAX Coastal Fourth of July Parade

Commerce. In this role, I get to serve alongside of a

our efforts in the 4th of July Parade, the Teacher Eddy Awards and our Protectors Luncheon are just

dynamic leadership team comprised of attorneys,

not only from the business perspective but also

a few of the events that make us so unique. I am

hotel general managers, airport executives, retail

from a quality of life perspective. We are excited

grateful to serve as this year’s Chair, but even more

store owners, university representatives, small

about the growth of the community, but we are

grateful for the friendships and collaborations this

business leaders, financial advisors and more. What

also cautious about preserving the integrity and

role has provided me.

amazes me most about our board of directors

tradition of our neighborhood.

(who are all volunteers) is that so many of us not

There is so much happening in our area; from the

Paradise as Chairman of the Board, but on my drive

only work in the LAX Coastal area, but also live

long overdue modernization of LAX to the devel-

through these streets I know I will forever be a

right here in the Chamber’s backyard. We are com-

opment of the new Inglewood Stadium project,

part of this amazing community. Here’s to another

pletely vested in creating a stronger community,

from the rise of Silicon Beach to the restoration

great year!

There are only three more times I will walk out of

Charles Bassett, L&R Group of Companies

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MEET YOUR LOCAL CHAMBER

LAX Coastal Chamber of Commerce

Meet Your LAX Coastal Chamber Staff

This Year’s LAX Coastal Leadership is

The perfect blend of business and community.

While the LAX Coastal Chamber’s number one

excited to represent the 500+ business members throughout the 2016-2017 year.

Serving the communities of Westchester, Marina del Rey, Playa Vista, Playa del Rey, Del Rey and surrounding areas, the LAX Coastal Chamber promotes business and enhances the vitality of

priority is to maintain a healthy and thriving local economy, what sets us apart is our unique commitment to service. Our staff is always ready and enthusiastic to meet your needs.

community through member services, educational programs, strategic partnerships, community outreach and legislative advocacy.

As your local Chamber, we are the hub for all businesses and organizations looking to grow and thrive. LAX Coastal Chamber members are offered exclusive access to resources, connections, advocacy, networking and community outreach not available anywhere else. We understand collaboration, relationship building and a commitment to

Christina Davis President/CEO

Chamberlain Duru

Vice President of Membership

Kirby Israelson Creative Director

Judith Ciancimino Office Manager

Your Chair Charles Bassett, L&R Group of Companies Charles serves as the Chief Strategic Development Officer for the L&R Group of Companies where he is responsible for the oversight and expansion of the company's strategic development efforts. Charles previously served as the President of L&R's WallyPark division and has over 25 years of hands-on and executive-level experience.

Your Honorary Mayor Ryan Gales, Jenkins/Gales & Martinez A local resident, born and raised in our area, Ryan has grown into an active community member participating in various organizations. After graduating from UCLA

service are integral for a thriving business, so we

in Civil Engineering, Ryan began his career under Mayor

are here to assist you every step of the way.

James Hahn and was named CEO of Jenkins/Gales & Mar-

Together we are creating a stronger community

firm, specializing in transportation for LAWA and Metro.

built on mutual success and growth. The LAX Coastal Chamber goes beyond business, and is waiting eagerly to help you with yours.

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tinez, a prominent design and construction management

2016-2017 Leadership

Our lAX COASTAL BACKBONE Thanking our Corporate Partners Since 1953, the LAX Coastal Chamber has

us to remain the strongest voice for business

been serving this business community while

within our region.

representing the areas of Westchester, Marina del Rey, Playa Vista, Playa del Rey, Del Rey, and

These leaders, our Corporate Partners, are the backbone of the LAX Coastal Chamber. Their

Charles Bassett, Chair | L&R Group of Companies

the surrounding neighborhoods.

Kristen Lonner, Immediate Past Chair | Burns & Bouchard

The chamber’s mission is to promote business

enable us to do greater outreach for our small

Ryan Gales, Honorary Mayor | Jenkins/Gales & Martinez

and enhance the vitality of our area through

businesses. With them, this organization has

member services, educational programs,

continued to excel and be relevant, both in the

strategic partnerships, community outreach, and

LAX Coastal community and beyond, so we

legislative advocacy. It is through these strategic

would like to take a moment and recognize the

Michael D’Amodio | Embassy Suites LAX North

partnerships that we have been able to keep

amazing companies that stand behind the LAX

Jeff DeLarme | Raymond James Financial Services

our finger on the pulse of our region, helping

Coastal Chamber of Commerce.

Joe Devon | Diamond

to realize a thriving local economy for both

Vince Buonocore | Los Angeles Airport Marriott Hotel Andrew Chereck | Bryan Cave

Lissa Dye | Pacifica Hotels Thomas Flintoft | Kindel Gagan Jon Graff | Reason Foundation

support allows us to thrive, and their donations

Thank you, Corporate Partners. Because of you

business and professional success. Connecting to industry leaders allows us to connect to the

we are able to continue our 64-year legacy.

industries they—and we—represent, enabling

Keith Greville | Arup

OUR CORPORATE PARTNERS

Cynthia Guidry | Los Angeles World Airports Liz Hall | Inn at Playa del Rey

Drollinger

Mike Harriel | SoCalGas Belinda Jacobs | Howard Hughes Promenade - Passco

P R O P E R T I E S

Michael Kapoulis | Hotel MdR Michelle Kiely | TWE Solutions, Inc. Kelly King | Villa del Mar Apartments & Marina Cody Koopmann | Drollinger Properties Geoff Maleman | Maleman Ink Public Relations Tony Mira | The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey Tony Palermo | Tony P’s Dockside Grill Howard Pollack | Rainbow Acres Washington Blvd.

Susan Pollack | Otis College of Art and Design Jory Rosen | J. Rosen Group Diane Shapiro | The Boeing Company

NEWS

Michelle Smith-Ballard | Turner Construction Matthew Swanlund | Aesthetic Legal Tara Taylor | Dickerson Employee Benefits Ron Tokuyama | Smarte Carte, Inc. Jennifer Vaden Barth | Google David Voss, Jr. | Voss, Silverman & Braybrooke, LLP Scott Woodhill | Woodhill Solutions Grace Yao | Loyola Marymount University

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Connecting Your Local Business Community A quick glance into the LAX Coastal ecosystem, dedicated to your success

CONNECTIONS

RESOURCES

Binge Networking & Speed Networking

Certificates of Origin

Ditch your pitch at Binge Networking, where you can focus on connecting to fellow professionals over discussion topics rather than a simple business card exchange. Every other month Binge Networking alternates with Speed Networking, where attendees can connect one-on-one in 3 to 5 minute intervals to network and make connections.

The chamber is a designated organization for issuance of Certificates of Origin, documents required of exporters by foreign governments.

Networking @ Night Monthly Networking @ Night mixers enable members and not-yet members alike to mix, mingle and build relationships. Each mixer is hosted by a chamber member, whether it be a local restaurant, hotel or other business type, to showcase the great venues we have available within the LAX Coastal area.

Young Professionals The LAX Coastal Young Professionals represent local business leaders who are young, or young-at-heart, and join together for social events, community service projects and networking opportunities to better solidify their place as a rising generation of leaders.

INFLUENCE Striving to be the strongest voice of business in our region, the chamber works closely with members to develop and advance policy positions that foster economic growth and improve quality of life. The chamber’s impact is facilitated by connecting members with lawmakers to discuss critical issues and actively engaging our elected officials to promote a pro-business agenda.

Government Affairs Breakfasts Interact directly with the elected officials, policy makers and department heads of our area over breakfast. Attendance is limited at GABs so that members receive the “face time” they need with lawmakers and key leaders in order to express their views and engage in discussion.

Power Hour Power Hour is a series of VIP events for our corporate partners to engage with fellow industry leaders in an intimate setting. Attendees discuss important issues affecting business and listen to a presentation from a featured speaker.

Public Policy Committee Comprised of members interested in local policy, Public Policy shapes the chamber’s advocacy agenda. Focusing on analysis of critical legislation facing the business community, Public Policy is an opportunity for members to help position the chamber to take a leadership role in advocating for business.

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Chamber Website Visiting the chamber website connects you to the current membership directory, calendar of events and chamber leadership. Members can also take advantage of resources such as a job board, the latest hot deals and press releases, and an informational blog. Visit www.laxcoastal.com to explore your digital opportunities.

Committee Involvement Education Committee is a conduit connecting businesses to education, advocating for high-quality education and promoting strategic partnerships.

LifeStyle Committee is a women’s forum designed to promote relationships, economic empowerment, business exposure and fun.

Marina Affairs reviews issues affecting Marina del Rey and interacts with the Dept. of Beaches and Harbors.

LAX Coworking Offered as a resource for our local startup and entrepreneur community, LAX Coworking offers collaborative coworking, programming and mentorships to help elevate your business to the next level.

Lunch N Learn Series & Workshops Always aiming to be an educational resource for our business community, the chamber hosts presentations and workshops aimed at elevating necessary business skills. With topics ranging from business development to compliance, stay up-to-date with these events by joining our Meetup Group, "LAX Coworking."

Private Office & Conference Room Rentals Need a little extra office space to meet with a client or host a presentation? The chamber has space for groups of 2 to 40 people, available to rent on an hourly or daily basis.

Promotion & Advertising The chamber offers a variety of advertising opportunities to help your business attract new clientele. Whether you're featured in the LAX Coastal Magazine, the homepage of laxcoastal.com or in the weekly E-Newsletter, the chamber provides exposure in both print and digital media.

Promotional Ceremonies A Promotional Ceremony, such as a Grand Opening, a Ribbon Cutting or an Anniversary Celebration, allows you the opportunity to commemorate your achievements and celebrate with friends, clients and your community.

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AT YOUR SERVICE A convenient list of community resources, networks and services

Airport Information Los Angeles World Aiports lawa.org / laxishappening.com General Information: 310.646.5252 Airport Police: 424.646.6100 / lawa.org/airportpolice Airport Coast Guard: 310.215.2112 Community Relations: 424.646.7450 Noise Management: 310.646.9410 Public Relations: 424.646.5260 Peace Officers Association: 310.242.5218 / laapoa.com

City & County Services Animal Services General Information: 1.888.452.7381 Dog License Information: 213.482.9550

Los Angeles Housing Authority

HomeTown News

213.252.2500

8939 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 110 #745 Westchester, CA 90045 310.641.1016 / thehtn.com

Los Angeles Housing Department 1.866.557.7368 213.217.5538 / mwdh2o.com

Parking Enforcement 310.659.5561 Beach Permits/Reservations: 310.305.9503 Building Permits: 310.575.8181

Water Replenishment District 562.921.5521 / wrd.org

West Basin Municipal Water District 310.660.6220 / westbasin.org

Bureau of Street Lighting Street Lights: 1.800.342.5397 Request for New Lights: 213.847.1459 After-Hours Emergency DWP: 1.800.821.5278

Bureau of Street Services General Information: 1.800.966.2489 / 3.1.1 Graffiti Removal: 1.866.4.LA.CITY / 3.1.1

City Council 213.621.CITY (Metro) 310.471.CITY (Westside)

City Planning Department 213.482.7077

Department of Beaches and Harbors

Community Resources

Los Angeles County Sheriff Department 310.482.6000 / lasd.org

Libraries Lloyd Taber Marina del Rey Library: 310.821.3415 / colapublib.org/libs/marina Playa Vista Branch Library: 310.437.6680 / lapl.org Westchester-Loyola Village Library: 310.348.1096 / lapl.org William H. Hannon Library: 310.338.5709 / library.lmu. edu

Neighborhood Council of Westchester/Playa 213.473.7023 / ncwpdr.org

Westchester Streetscape Improvement Assoc.

310.225.7630

Westchester Vitalization

westchestervitalization.org

Local News

213.202.2764

Department of Recreation and Parks General Information & Emergency 24-Hr: 323.644.6661

Department of Water and Power 1.800.DIAL.DWP / ladwp.com

Filming: FilmLA, Inc. 213.977.8600

General Information: fire.lacounty.gov/lifeguard Marina del Rey: 310.394.3261 Playa del Rey: 310.372.2162

Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority: 213.683.3333 Shelter Hotline: 1.800.548.6047 PATH (People Assisting the Homeless): 323.644.2200

Department of Disability

213.978.0262 / dpw.lacity.org

General Information: fire.lacounty.gov Reporting Emergencies: 9.1.1 / 213.847.5360 Non-Emergency, 9AM-6PM: Fire Station 5 (Westchester): 213.485.6205 Fire Station 67 (Playa Vista): 310.862.2844 Fire Station 95 (Century Blvd.): 213.485.6295

Homeless Resources

310.305.9522 / beaches.lacounty.gov

Department of Public Works

Fire Department

Lifeguards

General Information: 1.888.524.2845 General Information: 213.978.0315 / lacitysan.org Recycling and Refuse Collection Services & Bulky Item Pickup Request: 3.1.1 / 1.800.773.2489 Household Hazardous Waste and Used Motor Oil Recycling & Safe Center: 1.800.773.2489

California Highway Patrol 310.642.3939 / chp.ca.gov

Permits

Building & Safety Bureau of Sanitation

Public Safety

Metropolitan Water District of SoCal

Argonaut, The 5301 Beethoven St., Ste. 183 Los Angeles, CA 90066 310.822.1629 x127 / argonautnews.com

Daily Breeze 21250 Hawthorne Blvd., Ste. 170 Torrance, CA 90503 310.543.6120 / dailybreeze.com

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Los Angeles Police Department General Information: lapdonline.com Non-Emergency Police Response: 1.877.ASK.LAPD 24-Hr Anonymous Tip Line: 1.800.222.TIPS Text-A-Tip: Text CRIMES with “LAPD + your message�

Noise Enforcement: 3.1.1 Terrorist Threat: 1.877.A.THREAT LAPD Airport Detail: 310.646.2255 LAPD Pacific Area Station: 310.482.6334 Marina del Rey Sheriff's Support Unit: 310.578.9832 Neighborhood Crime Mapping: crimemapping.com Pacific Area Crime Reports: pacificbeat.org Pacific Area Booster Association: 310.202.4524 LAPD West Traffic Division: 213.473.0222

Public Safety/Public Assistance LMU Public Safety: 310.338.2893 Abandoned Vehicles: 1.800.ABANDON Narcotics/Substance Abuse Hotline: 1.800.252.6465 Battered Women Hotline: 310.392.8381 Child Abuse Hotline: 1.800.540.4000 Rape Hotline: 626.793.3385 Runaway Hotline: 1.800.786.2929 Suicide Hotline: 1.877.727.4747 Los Angeles Rape and Battering Hotline: 213.626.3393 / 310.392.8381 Teen Line (6-10pm): 310.855.HOPE Youth Crisis Hotline: 1.800.843.5200

United States Coast Guard 310.823.2300 / uscg.mil

Transportation Department of Transportation General Information: 213.485.4184 City Ride: 310.808.7433 Dial-A-Ride: 323.666.0895 Speed Humps: 310.575.8138 Parking Violation Hotline: 213.972.4932

METRO (Rail & Bus Service) 323.466.3876 / metro.net

Utilities Chevron Corporation

Southern California Edison

The Honorable Ted Lieu

1721 22nd St. Santa Monica, CA 90404 800.655.4555 / sce.com

33rd Congressional District 310.652.3095 / lieu.house.gov

Elected Representatives The Honorable Jerry Brown California State Governor 916.445.2841 / gov.ca.gov

The Honorable John Chiang

California State Treasurer 916.653.2995 / treasurer.ca.gov

8141 Gulana Ave., SC9585 Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310.578.2650 / socalgas.com

The Honorable Autumn Burke 62nd District Assemblymember 310.412.6400 / asmdc.org/members/a62

The Honorable Janice Hahn

2nd District Supervisor Los Angeles County 213.974.2222 / ridley-thomas.lacounty.gov

California State Controller 213.833.6010 / sco.ca.gov

SoCalGas

35th District Senator 310.514.8573 / sd35.senate.ca.gov

The Honorable Betty Yee

Communications 'A La Carte'

100 Constellation Way Baltimore, MD 21202 888.635.0827 / constellation.com

The Honorable Senator Steven Bradford

4th District Supervisor Los Angeles County 408.316.6158 / janicehahn.com

California Secretary of State 916.653.6814 / sos.ca.gov

Constellation New Energy

26th District Senator 310.318.6994 / sd26.senate.ca.gov

The Honorable Alex Padilla

324 W. El Segundo Blvd.

El Segundo, CA 90245 310.615.5281 / chevron.com 6857 W. 85th Pl. Westchester, CA 90045 310.216.6666

The Honorable Senator Ben Allen

The Honorable Dianne Feinstein

United States Senator for California 310.914.7300 / feinstein.senate.gov

The Honorable Kamala Harris

United States Senator for California 213.221.1269 / harris.senate.gov

The Honorable Maxine Waters 43rd Congressional District 323.757.8900 / waters.house.gov

The Honorable Mark Ridley-Thomas

The Honorable Eric Garcetti City Mayor of Los Angeles City 213.978.0600 / lamayor.org

The Honorable Mike Bonin 11th District Councilmember City of Los Angeles 310.568.8772 / 11thdistrict.com

The Honorable Mike Feuer Los Angeles City Attorney 213.978.8100 / lacityattorney.org

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The perfect blend of business and community.

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Marina del Rey, Playa Vista, Playa del Rey, Del Rey and surrounding regions, LAX

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CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING KIEWIT

A company cannot stand still for long—either it goes ahead or it slides back.

562.946.1816 | kiewit.com

Since 1984—when the Fortune 500 powerhouse was simply two brothers with a strong work ethic—Kiewit has built itself a foundation of excellence. Focused on offering the best construction, mining, and engineering services a company can offer, it comes as no surprise to hear that Kiewit is no stranger to admiration.

In January 2017, Kiewit was recognized by WIRED Magazine as the mind behind one of “The 7 Most Majestic Infrastructure Projects of 2017.” Seattle, Washington’s Hood Canal Bridge originally opened in 1961 as the world’s longest saltwater floating bridge. Regularly used as the main source of transportation between the Kitsap and Olympic peninsulas, the bridge had fallen into disrepair over the years until finally undergoing a $347 million renovation and retrofit through the work of Kiewit-General.

The bridge was open to traffic in April 2016, with rumors of future light rails and bike paths to make the already majestic structure more accessible to the public.

Kiewit truly is a company that chases their dreams. In the words of their founder, Peter Kiewit, “we should make every effort to improve and expand our operations… a company cannot stand still for long—either it goes ahead or it slides back.”

CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING Construction/Engineering Arup 12777 W. Jefferson Blvd., Ste. 100, Bldg. D Los Angeles, CA 90066 310.578.4400 arup.com

BA Inc. 800 W. 6th St., Ste. 400 Los Angeles, CA 90017 213.622.2100 baincorp.com

HNTB Corporation 601 W. 5th St., Ste. 1000 Los Angeles, CA 90071 213.403.1000 hntb.com

Kiewit Infrastructure West Co 10704 Shoemaker Ave.

Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 562.946.1816 kiewit.com

PCL Construction Services, Inc. 500 N. Brand Blvd., Ste. 1500 Glendale, CA 91203 818.246.3481 pcl.com

Skanska 1995 Agua Mansa Rd. Riverside, CA 92509 951.368.6484 usa.skanska.com

STRABAG Corp.

1340 Environ Way Chapel Hill, NC 27517 416.848.6353 strabag.us

Turner Construction 555 S. Flower St., Ste. 4220 Los Angeles, CA 90071

213.244.7029 turnerconstruction.com

Walsh/Shea Corridor Constructors 9323 Bellanca Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.342.3400 walshsheacorridorconstructors.com

Construction Management

Jenkins/Gales & Martinez Inc. 6033 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 601 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.645.0561 jgminc.com

RTI Consulting, Inc. 8325 McConnell Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.670.5977 rticm.com

Engineering Firm

D'Perla Group LLC

Parsons

19437 Lupin Ave. Rialto, CA 92377 909.549.7579

Construction Management Consulting

2201 Dupont Dr., Ste. 200 Irvine, CA 92612 949.333.4500 parsons.com

Austin Commercial, LP 6100 Center Dr., Ste. 1175 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.421.0269 austin-ind.com

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EDUCATION PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY

I think combining technology with an astute

310.568.5500 | GSEP.PEPPERDINE.EDU

understanding of how people learn can lead

A strong education often leads to a strong foundation for success, and when it comes to school sometimes success doesn't always equal a degree. For many, sometimes the most important aspects of education are the ones we receive in the interim: an advancement of knowledge, a building of confidence, and a sense of community.

to a new golden age of education.

Aiming to expand the traditional definition of community, the Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology (GSEP) has joined the “maker movement” in order to further education while crossing national boundaries, and has now been rewarded with a 1.72-million-dollar grant from the National Science Foundation for doing so. Across the globe, a variety of institutions such as GSEP are creating “makerspace labs,” a collaborative effort to pair students from all over the world in order to complete tasks, conduct research, and help one another learn more effectively. This grant, secured by GSEP professor Dr. Eric Hamilton, will enable the university to establish 12 makerspace clubs in the United States, Europe, and Africa and spur research into the “maker movement” itself. Thank you for building knowledge and breaking boundaries, GSEP!

Offering Private & Group Lessons for all ages and levels!

8125 W. Manchester Ave., Playa del Rey

3 1 0 . 7 5 1 . 6 8 3 0 playamusiclessons@gmail.com

playamusiclessons.com EDUCATION Business Counseling/Training El Camino College SBDC 13430 Hawthorne Blvd.

Hawthorne, CA 90250 310.973.3177 southbaysbdc.org

College/Counseling Community Outreach and Opportunity Programs 8929 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 400 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.649.1016 co-opla.org

Consulting USC Sea Grant Program 3616 Trousdale Pkwy., Rm. 254 Los Angeles, CA 90089 310.234.3328 usc.edu/org/seagrant

Music Lesson/ Music Education Playa Music Lessons, LLC 8125 W. Manchester Ave. Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310.751.6830 playamusiclessons.com

School/Preschool to Adult Carousel School

7899 La Tijera Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.645.9222 carouselschool.com

School/Elementary Cowan Avenue Elementary School

7615 Cowan Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.645.1973 cowantigers.org

Goethe International Charter School 12500 Braddock Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90066 310.306.3484 goethecharterschool.org

Kentwood Elementary School 8401 Emerson Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.670.8977 kentwoodes.org

Loyola Village Fine & Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School 8821 Villanova Ave.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.670.0480 loyolavillageartsmagnet.org

310.642.9474 wishcharter.org

The Open Magnet Charter Elementary School

Ocean Charter School

5540 W. 77th St. Westchester, CA 90045 310.568.0735 opencharter.org

7751 Paseo del Rey St. Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310.823.2356 paseomagnet-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com

Playa Vista Elementary School 13150 W. Bluff Creek Dr. Playa Vista, CA 90094 424.228.1800 playavistaschool.com

6550 W. 80th St. Los Angeles, CA 90045

8631 S. Stanmoor Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.645.8816 school.st-anastasia.org

St. Jerome School 5580 Thornburn St. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.670.1678 st-jeromeschool.org

Venice Lutheran School

Westport Heights Elementary School

Wish Charter

7400 W. Manchester Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.962.5706 oceancs.org

St. Anastasia School

Paseo Del Rey Natural Science Magnet School

6011 W. 79th St. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.645.5611 westportheights.org

School/Elementary & Middle

815 Venice Blvd.

Venice, CA 92807 310.823.9367 vlschool.org

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Westchester Lutheran Church & School

310.338.2490 incubatorschool.org

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.338.2400

310.607.8005 webster.edu

7831 S. Sepulveda Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.670.5422 wlcs.org

Westchester Secondary Charter School

westchesterhs-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com

Tutoring

7001 S. St. Andrews Pl., Bldg. C Los Angeles, CA 90047 310.216.6800 westchestercharter.org

Loyola Marymount University

Westside Neighborhood School 5401 Beethoven St. Los Angeles, CA 90066 310.574.8650 wnsk8.com

School/Middle Animo Westside Charter Middle School - Green Dot Public Schools 5456 McConnell Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90066 323.565.1600 ca.greendot.org/westside

Wright Middle School STEAM Magnet 6550 W. 80th St. Westchester, CA 90045 310.258.6600 wrightms.org

School/Middle & High Incubator School

7400 W Manchester Ave., Bldg. K Los Angeles, CA 90045

School/High

School/University & Colleges 1 LMU Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.338.2700 lmu.edu

Halstrom Academy

Otis College of Art and Design

2101 Rosecrans Ave., Ste. 1225 El Segundo, CA 90245 888.425.7876 halstromacademy.org

9045 Lincoln Blvd.

Westchester, CA 90045 310.665.6830 otis.edu

St. Bernard High School

Pepperdine University - Graduate School of Education and Psychology 6100 Center Dr., Ste. 300 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.568.5500 gsep.pepperdine.edu

9100 Falmouth Ave. Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310.823.4651 stbernardhs.org

Venice High School 13000 Venice Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90066 310.577.4200 venicehs-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com

Westchester Enriched Sciences Magnets 7400 W. Manchester Ave.

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University of West Los Angeles 9800 S. La Cienega Blvd., 12th Fl. Inglewood, CA 90301 310.342.5200 uwla.edu

Webster University 483 N. Aviation, Bldg. 272, Rm. C2-302 El Segundo, CA 90245

Club Z! of West LA Culver City 6080 Center Dr., Ste. 600 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.242.5223 clubztutoring.com/westla-culvercity

Sylvan Learning of Culver City 5731 W. Slauson Ave., Ste. 150 Culver City, CA 90230 310.337.3727 sylvanculvercity.com

Tutoring/Math

Mathnasium of Marina del Rey 13400 W. Washington Blvd., Ste. 110 Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.821.4909 mathnasium.com/marinadelrey

entertainment Facilitating change through the persuasive power of photographic art.

THE G2 GAllery 310.452.2842 | theg2gallery.com

Nature is beautiful, especially when you’re inside the walls of Venice’s The G2 Gallery. The G2 Gallery is an award-winning green art space, with a dedicated focus on contemporary nature and wildlife photography, featuring a philanthropic twist: all proceeds from art sales are donated to environmental causes.

Visitors to this space can enjoy exhibitions with eco-conscious themes, created by photographers— often locally based—who use the camera as a tool to inspire environmental conservation. The inspiration for this model began with Dan and Susan Gottleib’s shared interest in both photography and conservation. It was these passions that became the catalyst for The G2 Gallery’s opening in 2008 and continue to drive them today.

To date, The G2 Gallery has helped support non-profits such as the Friends of Ballona Wetlands, the Santa Monica Mountains Fund, the Theodore Payne Foundation, and many others, raising over $1-million dollars toward the environmental cause.

ENTERTAINMENT Art Gallery The G2 Gallery 1503 Abbott Kinney Blvd.

Venice, CA 90291 310.452.2842 theg2gallery.com

Boat Charters Blue Pacific Boating 13723 Fiji Way B-U6 Marina del Rey, CA 90292

310.305.7245 bluepacificboating.com

Paradise Bound Yacht Charters

Casino

PO Box 10025

Hollywood Park Casino

Fantasea Yachts

Marina del Rey, CA 90295

4215 Admiralty Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.827.2220 fantaseayachts.com

800.655.0850

3883 W. Century Blvd.

Inglewood, CA 90303

Hornblower Cruises & Events 13755 Fiji Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.301.6000 hornblower.com

yachtcharterlosangeles.net

Bowling Alley Bowlero Los Angeles 8731 Lincoln Blvd.

Westchester, CA 90045 310.670.0688 bowlero.com

310.330.2800 playhpc.com

Community Theater Kentwood Players

8301 Hindry Ave. Westchester, CA 90045 310.645.5156 kentwoodplayers.org

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Friendly, Professional Crews on Big, Comfortable, USCG Licensed and Inspected Boats

C’MON, Catch A Fish!

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Movie Picture Technology

310.846.9950 daveandbusters.com

1494 W. Santa Cruz St. San Pedro, CA 90732

12582 W. Millennium Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90094 310.255.5500 imax.com

Rock Climbing Gym

Celebrations Mobile DJ Service

310.221.0999 1800dj4hire.com

Montjoy Enterprises PO Box 451671 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.877.8805

Entertainment/Music Mustol Music 310.397.3590 mustolmusic.com

IMAX

Movie Theater

Cinemark 18 & XD at HHLA 6081 Center Dr., Ste. 201 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.568.2424 cinemark.com

Cinemark Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza 15

8055 W. Manchester Ave., Ste. 202

4020 Marlton Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90008 323.296.1005 cinemark.com

Playa del Rey, CA 90293

Cinemark Playa Vista Runway

877.319.9550

Film/TV

12746 W. Jefferson Blvd., Building 3 Playa Vista, CA 90094 310.862.5668 cinemark.com

Albright International Inc.

Restaurant/Arcade

Event Planning Sunny Side Up Events

sunnysideupevents.com

888 W. 6th St., 14th Fl. Los Angeles, CA 90017 213.833.1700 x245

Dave & Buster's

6081 Center Dr., Ste. 118 Westchester, CA 90045

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Sender One Climbing 11220 Hindry Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90045 714.330.5844 senderoneclimbing.com

Shopping Center HHLA

6081 Center Dr., Ste. 202A Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.641.8073 hhpromenade.com

Sportfishing/ Whale Watching Marina del Rey Sportfishing

13552 Fiji Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.822.3625 mdrsf.com

Sports/Professional Los Angeles Clippers 6951 S. Centinela Ave. Playa Vista, CA 90094 310.862.6000 clippers.com

Los Angeles Rams 29899 Agoura Rd. Agoura Hills, CA 91301 818.540.2901 therams.com

Tattoo Parlor MonkeyFaceTattoos 5551 W. Manchester Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90045 323.602.9279 monkeyfacetattoos.com

Yacht Club California Yacht Club 4469 Admiralty Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292

310.823.4567 calyachtclub.com

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financial services PLAZA BANK

Striving to make a positive impact in the communities we serve.

310.606.8002 | plazabank.com

Technology is advancing. In today’s market, the cell phone that is resting in your back pocket is 32,600 times faster than the computer that was used to NASA’s 1962 journey to the moon; so not only is technology advancing, it’s advancing at an alarming rate. But the rise of technology is not only influencing our handheld devices, it’s also having an effect on other aspects of life, like our finances. Banking apps, mobile deposits, and wireless money transfers are the new norm. “Going to the bank” has never been more convenient, but are we risking our safety in return?

According to the Identity Theft Resource Center, over 169 million personal records were exposed in 2015, so how do you keep your records from becoming a statistic? Plaza Bank understands the unique needs of your business—especially in regards to cyber security—and are committed to providing your business with leading fraud protection tools in order to keep you safe.

With Check Positive Pay, Plaza Bank ensures that only checks you write are paid by the bank. Through online check verification, daily file upload checks, and custom alerts, they make sure that all of your money is accounted for. They also offer Electronic Debit Block/Positive Pay, which allows electric debit transactions to be blocked based on personal criteria, such as custom alerts set for specific amounts or vendors.

The banking team at Plaza Bank knows the challenges you face every day and are there to provide a full-service banking experience. Contact Casey Lubin with inquiries today.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

First Citizens Bank

898 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 100 401 (K) Benefits El Segundo, CA 90245 Larchmont Financial Management Co. 424.277.5222 4601 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 215 firstcitizens.com Los Angeles, CA 90010 Grandpoint Bank 323.837.5041 1960 E. Grand Ave., Ste. 1200 larchmontfinancial.com El Segundo, CA 90245 Bank 310.321.3280 First Bank grandpointbank.com 4519 Admiralty Way Plaza Bank Marina del Rey, CA 90292 1419 Highland Ave. 310.823.4545 Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 firstbanks.com

310.606.8002 plazabank.com

Banking/Credit Union

U.S. Bank

8601 Lincoln Blvd., Ste. 130 Westchester, CA 90045

Kinecta Federal Credit Union

4700 Lincoln Blvd.

Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.301.9263 usbank.com

310.410.9672 kinecta.org

Wells Fargo

Kinecta Federal Credit Union Manhattan Beach

2120 Park Pl., Ste. 101 El Segundo, CA 90245

1440 E. Rosecrans Ave. Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

310.335.6891 wellsfargo.com

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BOUTIQUE WEALTH MANAGEMENT

FOCUS ON WHAT MATTERS, LET US FOCUS ON HELPING YOU GET THERE REGATTAINVEST.COM | 310.725.9102 | 7135 W. MANCHESTER AVE., STE. 2, 90045

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WE SPECIALIZE IN TAX RETURN PREPARATION • Personal Tax Returns • Partnerships • Self Employed • LLC

• Real Estate Transactions • S Corporations • 1031 Exchanges • C Corporations CALL LORY SARLO FOR AN APPOINTMENT

310.823.6363

1842 Washington Way, Venice, CA 90291 in Venice on Abbott Kinney

Commercial Lending MGL Capital Inc.

12411 W. Fielding Cir., Ste. 2528 Playa Vista, CA 90094 424.279.2398 mglcapital.com

Financial Advisor

Ameriprise Financial

El Segundo, CA 90245 310.426.9681 edwardjones.com

Raymond James Financial Services Microloans/Small Business 2780 Skypark Dr., Ste. 225 Opportunity Fund

Beverly Hills, CA 90210 310.285.4886 morganstanley.com

Home Loans

323.506.3529 opportunityfund.org

6080 Center Dr., Ste. 696 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.926.0844 applywithmarcus.com

Wealth Management

Torrance, CA 90505 Morgan Stanley Wealth Management 424.250.1725 raymondjames.com/delarmewm 335 N. Maple Dr., Ste. 150

12400 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 1120 Financial Planning/Services Los Angeles, CA 90025 Conservative Financial & 310.496.5563 Insurance Services ameripriseadvisors.com/jose.l.quintanilla 9100 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 214 Westchester, CA 90045 Edward Jones 310.877.2297 222 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 1775 36 | LAX Coastal Magazine 2016-17 | www.laxcoastal.com

Skyline Home Loans

Merchant Service System Central Payment 949.466.9715

6606 Pacific Blvd., Ste. 214 Huntington Park, CA 90255

Regatta Capital Group LLC 7135 W. Manchester Ave., Ste. 2 Los Angeles, CA 90045 424.255.1045 regattainvest.com

food & beverage zpizza

A small act of kindness can change the world,

310.342.0179 | zpizza.com

whether it is saying something nice to a stranger

Did you know that, according to Statistic Brain, 350 pizza slices are eaten every second? Pizza has become a food staple across a variety of countries and cultures, and while some might think that you can’t improve upon perfection, zpizza disagreed. Recognized as the “best crust on the planet” by LA Times, zpizza has been a slice above since 1986 and continues to improve.

or sharing a meal with a friend in need.

But serving delicious food isn’t the only reason that zpizza deserves to be recognized. Chris Bright, CEO, understands there is always room for more good in the world, especially to the world’s children. To facilitate that, zpizza has created multiple programs aimed at supporting local schools. From Jr. Chef Parties (where children can make their own pizzas and earn a Jr. Chef certification) to Spirit Nights (when a percentage of the day’s zpizza sales are donated to your cause) zpizza is truly trying to make a difference.

One particular effort of note would be the Nice zSlice program. During the month of October, National Bullying Prevention Month, zpizza partners with local schools across the country to help make the world a nicer place.

By rewarding positive behavior with certificates for free pizza and offering a $5 Smiley Face pizza, zpizza is working to increase daily acts of kindness, rather than simply punishing bullies for their negative behavior. Schools looking to participate in the 2017 Nice zSlice campaign are encouraged to visit zpizza.com/community for more information, or simply head to zpizza Tap Room at 5933 Century Blvd. in Westchester.

FOOD & BEVERAGE Catering Cantalini's Express 11736 Washington Pl. Los Angeles, CA 90066 310.572.9157 cantalinisexpress.com

Rise & Shine Catering 7401 W. 88th Pl. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.649.0906 riseandshinecatering.com

Food Truck

310.577.9572 yogurtlandsb.com

310.956.2106 buffalowildwings.com

310.922.4569 foodfleet.com

Organic Aloe Water

Cafe del Rey

Aloe Gloe

4451 Admiralty Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292

Food Fleet

Ice Cream Parlor/ Frozen Yogurt

Menchie's Westchester 8815 S. Sepulveda Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.642.8200 menchies.com

Yogurtland Marina del Rey 4371 Glencoe Ave. Marina del Rey, CA 90292

80 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Ste. 364 Sierra Madre, CA 91024 949.554.5799 aloegloe.com

310.823.6395 cafedelreymarina.com

Cantalini's Salerno Beach

Restaurant Buffalo Wild Wings

193 Culver Blvd.

Playa del Rey, CA 90293

6081 Center Dr., Ste. 105 Los Angeles, CA 90045

310.821.0018 salernobeach.com

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The Coffee Company

Urban Plates

310.670.1994

LaRocco's Pizzeria

8751 La Tijera Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045

12746-3 W. Jefferson Blvd., Ste. 3140

melodylax.com

Los Angeles, CA 90094

310.645.7315 laxcoffeeco.com

424.256.7274

Tony P's Dockside Grill

8806 S. Sepulveda Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045

Jersey Mike's

The Warehouse Restaurant

310.823.4534

Melody Pizza

4499 Admiralty Way

tonyps.com

Marina del Rey, CA 90292

Restaurant/Mexican

9146 S. Sepulveda Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045

5933 W. Century Blvd., Ste. B Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.215.9505 jerseymikes.com

urbanplates.com

310.823.5451

4445 Admiralty Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292

mdrwarehouse.com

The Proud Bird Food Bazaar & Events Center

Benny's Tacos & Chicken Rotisserie

Whiskey Red's

7101 W. Manchester Ave.

11022 Aviation Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045

13813 Fiji Way

Los Angeles, CA 90045

Marina del Rey, CA 90292

310.670.8226

310.823.4522

bennystacos.com

310.670.3815 specialtyrestaurants.com

whiskeyreds.com

12775 W. Millennium Dr., Ste. 4150

13455 Maxella Ave., Ste. 230 Marina del Rey, CA 90292

The Game Sports Bar Restaurant & Lounge

Playa Vista, CA 90094

310.821.4593 ruthschris.com

5630 W. Manchester Ave.

solcocina.com

Westchester, CA 90045

Restaurant/Pizzeria

Truxton's American Bistro 8611 Truxton Ave. Westchester, CA 90045 310.417.8789 truxtonsamericanbistro.com

310.216.4263 thegamebar.net

424.227.7686 melodypizzalax.com

zpizza Tap Room 5933 W. Century Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.408.2508 zpizza.com

SOL Mexican Cocina

Restaurant/Bar & Grill

Ruth's Chris Steak House

310.642.0029 laroccospizzeria.com

424.289.0066

Fresh Brothers 4722 Admiralty Way

Melody Bar & Grill

Marina del Rey, CA 90292

9132 S. Sepulveda Blvd.

310.823.3800

Westchester, CA 90045

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Authentic Tacos, Burritos, Salads & Rotisserie Chicken Handmade Corn & Flour Tortillas

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310.670.8226

7101 W. Manchester Ave., 90045 At Loyola St. & Manchester Blvd.

LET US CATER YOUR NEXT EVENT!

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Currently, the Port of Los Angeles lists more than 40 Freight Forwarders and Customs Brokers within the Los Angeles area (with Manta listing over 13,000 within the United States!), but did you know the difference between the two?

To put it simply, a freight forwarder is a company that can help you import and export goods and a Customs Broker deals with all of the paperwork that surrounds the importing and exporting of goods.* *Learn more at portoflosangeles.org

freight forwarding FREIGHT FORWARDING Air & Ocean Import/Export

Apex Logistics International, Inc. 17511 S. Susana Rd. Compton, CA 90221 310.665.0288 apexglobe.com

Customs Consulting World Exchange, Inc.

11205 S. La Cienega Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.670.5800 worldexchangechb.com

Freight Forwarder/ Customs Broker a. hartrodt

5777 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 1605 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.645.0357 hartrodt.com

Able Freight Services, Inc. 5340 W. 104th St. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.568.8883 ablefreight.com

Adcom Worldwide A Radiant Logistics Company 19300 S. Hamilton Ave., Ste. 195 Gardena, CA 90248 310.216.0379 adcomworldwide.com

AG PAC, Inc. 5146 W. 104th St. Inglewood, CA 90304 310.538.3858

Air Power International Express (U.S.A) Inc. 8366 Isis Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.641.0830 airpowerusa.com

Air-Sea Forwarders Inc. 9009 La Cienega Blvd.

Inglewood, CA 90301 310.216.1616 airseainc.com

All Logistics Cargo, Inc. 2320 N. Alameda St. Compton, CA 90222 310.609.0144 alllogisticscargo.com

Apollo Freight, Inc. 5330 W. 102nd St.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.258.6148 hellmann.net

Aramex International 3750 W. Century Blvd.

Inglewood, CA 90303 310.410.9366 aramex.com

ARC Air Logistics, Inc. 1950 E. 220th St., Ste. 201 Long Beach, CA 90810 310.549.3778 arc-logistics.com

BDP International, Inc. 557 S. Douglas St. El Segundo, CA 90245 310.563.1600 bdpinternational.com

Byrnes Logistics PO Box 90595 Los Angeles, CA 90009 310.615.2825 wjbyrnes.com

C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. 680 Knox St., Ste. 210 Torrance, CA 90502 310.763.6080 chrobinson.com

Carmichael International Service 533 Glendale Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90026 213.353.0800 carmnet.com

CEVA Logistics 19600 Western Ave. Torrance, CA 90501 310.972.5500 cevalogistics.com

Commodity Forwarders, Inc. 11101 S. La Cienega Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.348.8855 cfi-lax.com

Dachser Transport of America 5220 Pacific Concourse Dr., Ste. 360 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.645.0088 dachserusa.com

DHL Global Forwarding 4000 Redondo Beach Ave., Ste. 103 Redondo Beach, CA 90278 310.297.4401 dhl-usa.com

DSV Air & Sea Inc. 898 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 600 El Segundo, CA 90245 310.414.1516 dsv.com

Express Line Corporation 901 W. Arbor Vitae St. Inglewood, CA 90301 310.645.1355 expresslinecorporation.com

Golden Bridge International, Inc. 733 9th Ave. City of Industry, CA 91745 626.810.0688 goldenbridge-intl.com

310.215.8901 newtransoverseas.com

NNR Global Logistics USA, Inc. 21023 S. Main St., Unit D Carson, CA 90745 310.357.2100 nnrusa.com

Onestop Internet Inc. 3040 E. Ana St. Rancho Domiguez, CA 90221 310.894.7700 onestop.com

Panalpina, Inc. 19900 S. Vermont Ave., Ste. A Torrance, CA 90502 310.819.4060 panalpina.com

Hayward Meridian Inc. 2875 Pomona Blvd.

Pomona, CA 91768 909.594.0082 hayward-pool.com

Rock-It Cargo 5438 W. 104th St. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.410.0935 rockitcargo.com

James G. Wiley Co. 5305 W. 102nd St. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.641.6422 jgwiley.com

Rodolfo Corral Inc.

JAS Forwarding USA Inc. 1975 Charles Willard St. Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220 310.609.9330 jas.com

Jet Pro, Inc.

9100 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 124 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.568.9808

Senderex Cargo Inc. PO Box 90277 Los Angeles, CA 90009 310.342.2900 x836 senderex.com

Transgroup Worldwide Logistics

10722 S. La Cienega Blvd.

Inglewood, CA 90304 310.670.1409 jetproinc.com

1560 W. 190th St. Torrance, CA 90501 310.637.5447 transgroup.com

Kuehne & Nagel Inc.

U-Freight Limited

20000 S. Western Ave. Torrance, CA 90501 310.641.5500 kn-portal.com

718 S. Isis Ave. Inglewood, CA 90301 310.645.4301 ufreight.com

Leman USA Inc. 21221 S. Western Ave., Ste. 210 Torrance, CA 90501 310.641.3776 lemanusa.com

Maxfreight Intl. Logistics 708 S. Hindry Ave. Inglewood, CA 90301 310.337.1488 maxfreight.com

Newtrans Overseas, Inc.

UPS Supply Chain Solutions 19701 Hamilton Ave., Ste. 250 Torrance, CA 90502 310.404.2800 ups-scs.com

UPS Supply Chain Solutions Inglewood 3600 W. Century Blvd.

Inglewood, CA 90303 310.673.7661 ups-scs.com

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HEALTH & BEAUTY Here you will be treated like family because you are family.

playa pharmacy 310.823.4500 | playapharmacy.com

The science behind health and medicine has come a long way since its inception. Antibiotics have replaced leeches, rest and fluids have replaced bloodletting, and a knowledge of proper hygiene has replaced the need for plague masks. We no longer need to speculate about a patient’s symptoms, we diagnose them in order to provide the best treatment available today. But health isn’t just about treating an illness, it’s about treating the person; it’s about having a holistic approach.

“According to the holistic medicine philosophy, one can achieve optimal health—the primary goal of holistic medicine practice—by gaining proper balance in life,” states WedMD. The idea is simple: treat the patient as a whole, not their symptoms, to find the best path to a healthy life. It isn’t always about what pill you can take (although modern day medicine truly does have its advantages), sometimes it’s about a lifestyle change to achieve the best results.

When you think about your local pharmacy, do you think about pills and prescriptions or holistic medicine and a healthy lifestyle? At Playa Pharmacy, not only do they believe in a holistic approach to healthcare but they also believe in treating their customers like family. Their first goal is your optimal health, so, when appropriate, they encourage prevention and treatment through proper nutrition, supplements, herbs, homeopathic remedies, essential oils, and more. At Playa Pharmacy, they will customize your care and counsel you on the available treatment methods, all at a competitive price. In the words of Playa Pharmacy’s owner, Joe Chehade, “Come see for yourself, you’ll be treated like family.”

35% off your first visit spa therapies HEALTH & BEAUTY Dance Studio

Los Angeles Arts Collective 8939 Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 105 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.641.2575 la-arts-collective.com

Gym/Fitness Center

Systems Training Center 13040 Hawthorne Blvd.

Hawthorne, CA 90250 424.269.1337 systemstrainingcenter.com

Gymnastics/Children

Los Angeles, CA 90066 310.302.0035 broadwaygym.com

Westchester, CA 90045 310.417.4135 hairanalysishairsalon.com

Hair Salon

Head to Toe Salon

18|8 Fine Men's Salons 12775 W. Millennium Dr., Ste. 155 Playa Vista, CA 90094 310.596.8018 eighteeneight.com/playa-vista-ca

Beauty Beach Lounge 12751 Millennium Dr., Ste. 125 Playa Vista, CA 90094 310.862.5555 beautybeachlounge.com

Broadway Gymnastics School

Hair Analysis

5433 Beethoven Ave.

5602 W. Manchester Ave.

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6310 W. 89th St., Ste. A Westchester, CA 90045 310.338.8689

HeadQuarters Salon 6214 W. 87th St. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.670.3397 hq-salon.com

Health Products

310.641.1722 gnc.com

Herbalife International of America, Inc. 950 W. 190th Street Torrance, CA 90502 310.410.9600 herbalife.com

Optimum Health Inc. 5878 Bowcroft St. Los Angeles, CA 90016 310.755.1457 optimumhealth.lifevantage.com

GNC

Health/Fitness Club

8907 S. Sepulveda Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045

8015 S. Sepulveda Blvd.

Westchester Family YMCA

On average, males can burn up to 900 calories, and females up to 600, during a 1-hour cardio tennis lesson. That’s more than other fitness classes.

Work out harder (and have fun!) at Ojakian Tennis.

310.770.1918 | ojakiantennis.com

Westchester, CA 90045 310.670.4316 ymcala.org/wc

Image Consultant

8939 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 111 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.497.0863 jeffblairfitness.com

In Style by Bobbie

Skincare

310.701.9418 instylebybobbie.com

Pharmacy

Playa Pharmacy 8131 W. Manchester Ave. Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310.823.4500 playapharmacy.com

Physical Fitness/ Personal Trainer Jeff Blair Fitness

Epithereal 13400 W. Washington Blvd., Ste. 202-A Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.439.1926 epithereal.com

Soccer/Children Euro Soccer USA, L.L.C. 5556 S. Centinela Ave., Ste. 5 Los Angeles, CA 90066 310.929.5435 eurosoccerusa.com

Soccer Shots 323 Pershing Dr. Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310.857.6560 soccershots.org/losangeles

Tennis Facility/Lessons Ojakian Tennis Inc.

4375 Admiralty Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.770.1918 ojakiantennis.com

Youth Sports/ Softball & Tee Ball Westchester del Rey Little League PO Box 881718 Los Angeles, CA 90009 310.625.9901 wdrll.org

Waxing Salon

European Wax Center 4371 Glencoe Ave., Ste. B9-B Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.302.9299 waxcenter.com www.laxcoastal.com | LAX Coastal Magazine 2016-17 | 43

12/31/2017.

MOLLY MAID OF PLAYA VISTA 310.838.3300

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home & business improvement mdr garden center

Our staff of nursery professionals have

310.823.5956 | marinagardencenter.com

been providing quality products and services

In the modern age, the majority of an individual’s time is spent indoors.

From working in the office to relaxing at home, indoor-fatigue becomes a common complaint as well as a habit, even in spite of knowledge touting the health benefits of fresh air and vitamin D. The best solution to this issue is, of course, to spend more time under the sun, but what about those of us who cannot fit that luxury into our schedule? Perhaps it is time to bring some of the outdoors inside.

to the community for over 30 years.

In July 1989, NASA released a study on the benefits of indoor plants at producing clean air. House plants are one of nature’s way of reducing toxins and pollutants from the air, such as ammonia (found in household cleaning supplies), formaldehyde (used in paper towels and synthetic fabrics), and xylene (from paint and vehicle exhaust). Keeping indoor plants can also help reduce humidity and provide a sense of happiness or well-bring to those suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder. And of course, they’re nice to look at!

Blinds • Custom Furniture • Draperies Shutters • Slipcovers • Upholstery

Speaking of things that are nice to look at, the Marina del Rey Garden Center is no stranger to beauty. Opening in 1977, the Marina del Rey Garden center has become a staple in the Westside and South Bay communities as a reliable source for top quality plants, unique statuary, and more. With a staff of highly trained nursery professionals, they are a qualified and friendly resource for all of your plant needs. Whether you’re looking for a fruit tree for your front yard, a “plant doctor” for a sick flower bush, or an aesthetically-pleasing succulent to brighten (and de-pollute!) your office, the Marina del Rey Garden Center is definitely the place to go.

HOME & BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT Agricultural Consultant Farm Urbana

562.901.9022 farmurbana.com

Architect

Fentress Architects 4640 Admiralty Way, Ste. 225 Marina del Rey, CA 90292 424.216.3070 fentressarchitects.com

HOK Group, Inc. 9530 Jefferson Blvd.

Culver City, CA 90232 424.298.4543 hok.com

Cabinetry Sales/Kitchen Design The Kitchen Store

6322 W. Slauson Ave. Culver City, CA 90230 310.572.7515 thekitchenstore.net

Wallpaper • Window Coverings

310.827.4446 3959 Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City

FERRUFINO.COM

US Storage Centers

Cleaning Services

Locksmith

9469 Jefferson Blvd., Ste. 118 Culver City, CA 90232 310.838.3300 mollymaid.com

401 Main St. El Segundo, CA 90245 310.322.3252 industriallock.com

Clean-Up & Restoration

Manchester Lock & Security

Molly Maid of Playa Vista

SERVPRO of Marina del Rey 5252 W. 111th St. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.395.9050 servpromarinadelrey.com

Custom Furniture & Cabinetry Ferrufino Interiors/Budget Blinds 3959 Sepulveda Blvd.

Culver City, CA 90230 310.827.4446 ferrufino.com

Industrial Lock & Security, Inc.

1043 W. Manchester Blvd.

Inglewood, CA 90301 310.649.6222 manchesterlock.com

310.827.5454 usstoragecenters.com

Zippy Shell WLA 12620 Yukon Ave. Hawthorne, CA 90250 310.954.1099 zippyshell.com

Movers/Delivery Services

RPM (Referral Packing Moving) Service 8701 Pershing Dr. Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310.822.3642

Garden Center

Storage/Moving Services

13198 Mindanao Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.823.5956 marinagardencenter.com

4095 Glencoe Ave. Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.301.2527 extraspace.com

Marina del Rey Garden Center

12700 Braddock Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90066

Extra Space Storage

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hospitality cambria hotel & suites

We asked our guests what they wanted—and then delivered.

310.436.5339 | cambriaLAX.com

Cambria Hotel & Suites is no stranger to innovation.

Choice Hotels—parent company to the Cambria brand, the first upscale brand in the portfolio—first formed in 1939 under the name Quality Courts United. Recognized as the nation’s first hotel chain, Quality Courts did not stop there.

Expanding upon their reputation as an influential force in the lodging industry, Quality Courts was the first to offer guaranteed reservations, first to provide 24-hour front desk service, first to offer in-room telephones, first for non-smoking rooms, first global hotel app for iPhone, and now, the first to offer Cambria LAX El Segundo.

City by city, Cambria is changing business travel for the better by giving their guests exactly what they want. For those looking to tie into Silicon Beach tech, Cambria LAX offers SmartCast HDTVs, free high-speed wi-fi, and the Choice Privileges app that removes the need for room keys. If you’d rather relax, try heading to their Social Circle Bistro—featuring a hyperlocal signature drink, the “Segundo de Nada” cocktail—or laying in a poolside cabana cooled by personal fans. And of course, their El Segundo location means you’re already within driving distance of any other Los Angeles perk, from Downtown LA to the beach.

Voted Best of the Westside

Currently, Cambria LAX El Segundo is scheduled to open in April 2017, and they can't wait to meet you.

innatplayadelrey.com 310.574.1920 435 Culver Blvd.

Playa del Rey, CA 90293

HOSPITALITY Hotel/Motel/Bed & Breakfast Cambria Hotel & Suites El Segundo 199 N. Continental Blvd.

El Segundo, CA 90245 310.436.5339 cambrialax.com

Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Westside 6333 Bristol Pkwy.

Culver City, CA 90230 310.484.7000 courtyardlawestside.com

Courtyard LAX/El Segundo 2000 E. Mariposa Ave. El Segundo, CA 90245 310.322.0700 marriott.com/laxca

DoubleTree by Hilton LAX El Segundo 1985 E. Grand Ave. El Segundo, CA 90245 310.322.0999 doubletreelax.com

DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Westside 6161 W. Centinela Ave.

Culver City, CA 90230 310.649.1776 losangeleswestside.doubletree.com

Embassy Suites LAX/North 9801 Airport Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.215.1000 laxnorth.embassysuites.com

Four Points by Sheraton LAX 9750 Airport Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.645.4600 fourpointslax.com

Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles Westside 5990 Green Valley Circle Culver City, CA 90230 310.641.7740 fourpoints.com

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton 888 Sepulveda Blvd.

El Segundo, CA 90245 310.322.2900 laxelsegundo.hamptonbyhilton.com

Hilton Garden Inn - Marina del Rey 4200 Admiralty Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292

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310.301.2000 hgimarinadelrey.com

Hilton Los Angeles Airport 5711 W. Century Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.410.4000 losangelesairport.hilton.com

Hotel MdR - A DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel 13480 Maxella Ave. Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.822.8555 hotelmdr.com

Hyatt Regency LAX 6225 W. Century Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 424.702.1234 losangelesairport.regency.hyatt.com

Inn at Playa del Rey 435 Culver Blvd.

Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310.574.1920 innatplayadelrey.com

The Inn at Venice Beach 327 Washington Blvd.

Venice, CA 90291 310.821.2557 innatvenicebeach.com

Jamaica Bay Inn

Marina del Rey, CA 90292

4175 Admiralty Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.823.5333 jamaicabayinn.com

310.301.3000 marriott.com

The Kinney

9620 Airport Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045

737 Washington Blvd.

Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.821.4455 thekinneyvenicebeach.com

Long Beach Downtown Courtyard by Marriott 500 E. 1st St. Long Beach, CA 90802 562.435.8511 marriott.com/lgbcy

Los Angeles Airport Marriott 5855 W. Century Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.641.5700 laxmarriott.com/laxap

Marina del Rey Hotel

Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel

310.337.2800 renaissance-hotels.marriot.com

Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles LAX 5933 W. Century Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.568.7700 residenceinnlax.com

The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey 4375 Admiralty Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.823.1700 ritzcarlton.com/marinadelrey

13534 Bali Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.301.1000 marinadelreyhotel.com

Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

Marina del Rey Marriott Hotel

310.642.1111 sheratonlax.com

4100 Admiralty Way

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6101 W. Century Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045

Super 8 Los Angeles/ LAX Airport Motel 9250 Airport Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.670.2900 super8.com

Torrance Marriott 3635 Fashion Way Torrance, CA 90503 310.316.3636 torrancemarriott.com

Westin Los Angeles Airport 5400 W. Century Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.216.5858 westin.com/losangeles

HOUSING

HOUSING

Apartments AKA

155 N. Crescent Dr. Beverly Hills, CA 90210 855.252.9021 stayaka.com

Avaire South Bay

11622 Aviation Blvd.

Inglewood, CA 90304 310.725.7030 liveavaire.com

Dolphin Marina Apartments 13900 Panay Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.578.6666 thedolphinmarinaapts.com

Equity Residential Altitude Apartments

6100 Center Dr., Ste. 750 Los Angeles, CA 90045 424.732.4225 altitudeapts.com

Mariners Village

4600 Via Marina Marina del Rey, CA 90292 866.407.1783 marinersvillage.com

Runway Owner, LLC 12760 Millennium Dr. Playa Vista, CA 90094 310.596.1427 liveatrunway.com

Tribeca Urban

4108 Del Rey Ave. Marina del Rey, CA 90292 888.415.6621 tribeca-urban.com

Villas at Playa Vista 12411 Fielding Circle Playa Vista, CA 90094 310.862.6740 villasatplayavista.com

Apartments & Marina

Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.305.3700 espritmdr.com

Marina Harbor Apartments & Anchorage 4500 Via Marina Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.578.5200 marinaharbor.com

Dedicated to enhancing local communities by building homes of value, quality, excellence, and innovation.

Villa del Mar Apartments & Marina

13999 Marquesas Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.823.4644 farwestapartments.com

Loft-Style Homes ETCO Homes

8447 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 400 Beverly Hills, CA 90211 310.691.5500 etcohomes.com

ETCO Homes was named one of the Top 25 Homebuilders in LA County by the Los Angeles Business Journal.

310.691.5500 | etcohomes.com

Esprit Marina del Rey 13900 Marquesas Way

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legal services Named as a Tier One "Best Law Firm" by U.S. News & World Report.

pettit kohn ingrassia & lutz 310.649.5772 | pettitkohn.com

LAX Coastal Chamber members are always a bar above, meaning that Pettit Kohn Ingrassia & Lutz is no different. Pettit Kohn is an AV-rated law firm with expertise in litigating and resolving civil matters in both state and federal courts. True to their rating, in 2016 seven of Pettit Kohn’s attorneys were recognized in the 3rd annual San Diego Business Journal’s “Best of the Bar.” Calling for peer nominations, “Best of the Bar” honors those who have proven their expertise and have made a significant impact to their profession, illustrating Pettit Kohn’s commitment to excellence, integrity, and superior service.

Pettit Kohn is not only dedicated to their clients, but also to their community. This past holiday season, Pettit Kohn employees volunteered with the USO and Pepperdine University Alumni Association for Waves of Appreciation, where over 5,000 food travel bags and thank you notes were delivered to active military members coming home for the holidays. Employees also worked toward the cure for breast cancer by participating in the 20th annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, and raised awareness for child hunger with Feeding America’s “Food from the Bar” program.

Pettit Kohn Ingrassia & Lutz first formed in March 2006 and has been growing ever since. From being recognized as a dedicated law firm to a philanthropic partner, Pettit Kohn is here to support the community and is just a phone call away.

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LEGAL SERVICES Attorney Services Legal Resource Services 8117 W. Manchester Ave., Ste. 100 Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310.395.7425

Attorneys Rodi Pollock 444 S. Flower St., Ste. 700 Los Angeles, CA 90071 213.895.4900 rodipollock.com

Schomer Law Group 8740 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 107 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.337.7696 schomerlaw.com

Sustainable Law Group

Pettit Kohn Ingrassia & Lutz 9841 Airport Blvd., Ste. 1100 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.649.5772 pettitkohn.com

Attorneys/Collection 5777 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 1235 Los Angeles, CA 90045

310.641.8300 nelsonandnatale.com

310.853.2298 jenlawfirm.com

Attorneys/Real Estate Litigation

Attorneys/Employment & Labor Law

Golding + Lamothe

Albright, Yee & Schmit, APC

310.348.7240

213.833.1700 ayslaw.com

9100 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 210 Los Angeles, CA 90045

Golding + Lamothe

Law Office of Edgar Saenz 8921 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 101 Westchester, CA 90045 310.417.9900 edgarsaenz.com

Bryan Cave, LLP

Attorneys/Healthcare

310.576.2100 bryancave.com

Attorneys/Business Litigation Golding + Lamothe 5757 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 700 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.348.7240

5757 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 700 Los Angeles, CA 90045

888 W. 6th St., 14th Fl. Los Angeles, CA 90017

Attorneys/Business Law 120 Broadway, Ste. 300 Santa Monica, CA 90401

Nelson & Natale 5550 W. Manchester Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90045

Attorneys/Estate Voss, Silverman & Braybrooke Planning 310.306.0515 vsbllp.com

Attorneys/Personal Injury

Jen Law Firm, APC

222 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 2000 5757 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 700 El Segundo, CA 90245 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.883.7923 310.348.7240 sustainable-lawyer.com 4640 Admiralty Way, Ste. 800 Marina del Rey, CA 90292

310.486.6958 aestheticlegal.com

Law Offices of Dan Fligsten

310.339.0766

Attorneys/Trusts & Estates Vergari & Napolitano 5777 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 1580 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.410.4014 laxlawyers.com

Golding + Lamothe 5757 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 700 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.348.7240

Attorneys/Intellectual Property Aesthetic Legal, a Professional Law Corporation 12777 W. Jefferson Blvd., Bldg. D, Ste. 300

Los Angeles, CA 90066

P E R S O N A L IN J U R Y AT T O R NE Y S

“If you had an Accident, we will help you.”

AUTO | MOTORCYCLE | PROPERTY SLIP & FALL CONSTRUCTION | DOG BITE | BODILY INJURY nelsonandnatale.com 310.641.8300

5550 W. Manchester Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90045

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manufacturing manufacturing in los angeles

Congratulations to Boeing, American Apparel, and Chevron for being

Los Angeles does manufacturing. No, seriously. We do.

Although the phrase “American-made” might seem to be dwindling in the midst of overseas labor and manufacturing technology, Los Angeles is still considered to be the largest manufacturing hub in the United States. From our ideal weather (perfect for machinery testing) to the convenience of the Los Angeles and Long Beach ports (allowing for import and export ease), our LA backyard truly features multiple advantages to the manufacturing industry.

recognized in the 2016 Book of Lists!

Not only is our region a perfect climate for the production of goods, it is also the home to companies that are the best producers. In the 2016 Los Angeles Business Journal’s Book of Lists, three LAX Coastal Chamber members were listed among the top 20 Manufacturers (ranked by number of LA County employees): Chevron, member since 1995, was listed #19, American Apparel, member since 2003 and recognized as the largest apparel manufacturer in Los Angeles, was listed #3, and the Boeing Company, member since 2012, was listed #2. The Journal also states that manufacturing jobs in the Los Angeles area are on the rise, increasing by almost 10,000 over the past year.

Primex is working toward more environmentally-friendly and sustainable manufactuing practices. Not only do they recycle solid waste, water, and processed byproducts from their plants, but they also feature a 1.1-megawatt solar photovoltaic system, which can generate over 1.7 million kilowatt-hours of clean solar power—the equivalent of removing 1,283 metric tons of CO2 from the atmosphere!

From the production of aerospace technology to tortillas, the Los Angeles manufacturing industry is vast, profitable, and advancing each day, and we are proud that our members are a part of it.

310.568.8855 | primex.us

Vernon, CA 90058

Hudson Clothing, LLC

Food Production/Export

323.585.5343 korallosangeles.com

5777 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 1485 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.568.8855 primex.us

Manufacturing/Apparel

1231 S. Gerhart St. Commerce, CA 90022 323.890.1800 hudsonjeans.com

Manufacturing

323.406.5300 7forallmankind.com

7373 Flores St. Downey, CA 90242 323.588.2226 jamesperse.com

American Apparel

Wildfox Couture, LLC

MANUFACTURING Primex International Trading Corp.

Allied Feather & Down Corp.

6905 W. Acco St., Bldg. A Montebello, CA 90640 323.585.5677 alliedfeather.net

Chrome Hearts LLC 915 N. Mansfield Ave. Hollywood, CA 90038 310.945.3100 chromehearts.com

Koral Industries, LLC 5524 Alcoa Blvd.

7 For All Mankind 4440 E. 26th St. Los Angeles, CA 90058

747 Warehouse St. Los Angeles, CA 90021 213.488.0226 americanapparel.net

Dreamgirl International 5548 Lindbergh Ln. Bell, CA 90201 323.268.0220 dreamgirldirect.com

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James Perse Enterprises, Inc.

2107 Bellevue Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90026 213.484.8650 wildfox.com

Manufacturing/Footwear Skechers USA, Inc.

330 S. Sepulveda Blvd.

Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 310.318.3100 x4134 skechers.com

Wholesale/Eyewear Chrome Hearts Eyewear LLC 915 N. Mansfield Ave. Hollywood, CA 90038 310.945.3100 chromehearts.com

medical services Leaving patients healthier and happier. After all, smiles are contagious!

siliconbeach.dental 323.539.3134 | siliconbeach.dental

For those of us living within the melting pot of Los Angeles, acceptance is almost a given. With a variety of cultures living within the same boundaries, not a day goes by without a Los Angeleno seeing and/or interacting with someone who is different. This practice becomes so every day that it is sometimes too easy to forget that this is not always the case.

The idea of acceptance is near and dear to the heart of SiliconBeach.Dental, a dental practice in Culver City aimed at making their patients healthier and happier (because smiles are contagious). SiliconBeach.Dental has been working to better the lives of Tindi and Bibiana Mashamba, albino sisters from Tanzania. Albinism—while common enough that an estimated 1 in 20,000 people worldwide are born with it—is seen as a form of witchcraft in many parts of Africa, leading to albino children being hunted. Tindi and Bibiana have been granted asylum in the United States to keep them safe and help enable them to receive an education, and SiliconBeach.Dental has been working with both the girls and local programs to raise awareness, funds, and provide connections for the girls to receive medical treatement.

MEDICAL SERVICES Dental

Khashayar Khodadadi D.D.S. Inc. 6222 W. Manchester Ave., Ste. B Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.670.7800 lahealthysmile.com

McClintock Dental Group 6020 Seabluff Dr., Ste. 5 Playa Vista, CA 90094 310.496.6000 mcclintockdental.com

SiliconBeach.Dental 6101 W. Centinela Ave., Ste. 375 Culver City, CA 90230 323.539.3134 siliconbeach.dental

Health/Medical Services

Cedars-Sinai Health System 8700 Beverly Blvd., TSB8711 Los Angeles, CA 90048 310.423.2083 cedars-sinai.edu

Kaiser Permanente 400 S. Sepulveda Blvd.

Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 800.780.1230 kaiserpermanente.org

Medical/Hospital

Ophthalmology

Physicians/Urology

4650 Lincoln Blvd.

Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.823.8911 marinahospital.com

8610 S. Seplveda Blvd., Ste. 100 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.670.1888 westchestereyecarecenter.com

8540 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 911 Westchester, CA 90045 310.670.9119 advancedurology.net

Paladin Healthcare & Avanti Hospitals

Optometrist

Senior Services

6225 W. 87th St., Ste. 101 Westchester, CA 90045 310.674.5123 marcsimmonsod.com

240 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 301 Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 310.546.3400 abc-beachcities.com

Orthodontics

Vascular Surgery Practice

Marina del Rey Hospital

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Providence Health & Services 20555 Earl St. Torrance, CA 90503 888.432.5464 california.providence.org

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Westchester Eyecare Center

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After graduating from the Flight Path Flyer’s simulation program, Ingram completed flying lessons at Hawthorne Airport and is pursuing a bachelor’s degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. His first job, co-pilot for a small airline in Alaska, introduced him to Clay Lacy, CEO of Clay Lacy Aviation and Flight Path benefactor, who became his mentor before hiring him in January 2016.

REASON.ORG NON-PROFIT Association/Club/ Organizations

Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade

13967 Marquesas Way, Ste. 50 Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.670.7130 mdrboatparade.org

Marina del Rey Lessees Association PO Box 4805 Van Nuys, CA 91412 818.891.0495

Southern California Masonic Lodge #529 7726 W. Manchester Blvd.

Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310.292.8504 socal529.com

Business Improvement District Gateway Los Angeles

9841 Airport Blvd., Ste. 100 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.216.7328 gatewaytola.org

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“Demetrius was our first simulator student to solo,” said Flight Path President Lynne Adelman. “We are so proud of him and grateful for the encouragement he received from our friend Clay Lacy.”

Westchester Town Center B.I.D. 8929 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 130 Westchester, CA 90045 310.417.9030 westchestertowncenter.com

Churches/Synagogues Fulfillment Church 8929 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 400 Los Angeles, CA 90045 213.995.5082 fulfillmentchurch.org

Holy Nativity Parish 6700 W. 83rd St.

Westchester, CA 90045 310.670.4777 holynativityparish.org

Community Assistance Abundance for All Inc.

6310 Howard B Drollinger Way, Ste. 216 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.436.5760 abundanceforallinc.org

Community Garden

Emerson Avenue Community Garden Club 6550 W. 80th St. Westchester, CA 90045

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SEE FOR YOURSELF ON WEDNESDAYS AT 7:15AM WHISKEY RED’S 13813 FIJI WAY, MDR, CA 90292 323.459.1932

PLAYAVENICE.ORG 310.337.0827 eacgc.org

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Education/Training

Environmental Protection

Marina del Rey Historical Society

EmpowerTech

9100 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 204 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.338.1597 empowertech.org

Education/Workforce Development

Salvation Army, Inglewood Citadel Corps 324 E. Queen St. Inglewood, CA 90301

Friends of Ballona Wetlands PO Box 5159 Playa del Rey, CA 90296 310.306.5994 ballonafriends.org

History Preservation Flight Path Museum & Learning Center 6661 W. Imperial Hwy. Los Angeles, CA 90045

Mental Health Services

13737 Fiji Way, C-3 Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.822.9344 marinadelreyhistoricalsociety.org

Manufacturing Services California Manufacturing Technology Consulting 690 Knox St., Ste. 200 Torrance, CA 90502 310.263.3060 cmtc.com

Airport Marina Counseling Service 7891 La Tijera Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.670.1410 airportmarina.org

Homes for Life Foundation 8939 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 460 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.337.7417 homesforlife.org

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Military Services

Bob Hope Hollywood USO at LAX 203 World Way, Ste. 200 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.645.3716 bobhopeuso.org

Non-Profit Organization

Westchester Vitalization Corp.

8939 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 102 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.670.5626 westchestervitalization.org

Non-Profit/Workforce Development PVJOBS

4112 S. Main St. Los Angeles, CA 90037 323.432.3955 pvjobs.org

South Bay Workforce Investment Board 11539 Hawthorne Blvd., 5th Fl. Hawthorne, CA 90250 310.970.7700 sbwib.org

Public Policy/Think Tank Reason Foundation 5737 Mesmer Ave.

Los Angeles, CA 90230 310.391.2245 reason.org

Social Service Agency

Youth Services

Senior Services

8929 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 201 Los Angeles, CA 90045

2232 Lincoln Blvd.

Venice, CA 90291 310.390.4477 bgcv.org

Westside Pacific Villages

California Institute of Health & Social Services, Inc.

8939 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 326 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.695.7030 thewpv.org

310.645.5227 cihssinc.org

Service Club

CLARE Foundation

LAX Kiwanis 310.721.2869 laxkiwanis.org

Playa Venice Sunrise Rotary Club PO Box 10883 Marina del Rey, CA 90295 858.337.4711 playavenice.org

Venice-Marina-LAX Lions Club 310.823.7449 venmarlaxlions.org

Substance Abuse Treatment Center 909 Pico Blvd.

Santa Monica, CA 90405 310.314.6200 clarefoundation.org

Visitors Bureau

Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board 333 S. Hope St., 18th Fl. Los Angeles, CA 90071 213.624.7300 discoverlosangeles.com

Westchester Elks Lodge #2050

Marina del Rey Convention & Visitors Bureau

8025 W. Manchester Ave. Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310.821.3005 westchesterelks2050.org

310.306.9900 visitmarinadelrey.com

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4701 Admiralty Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292

Boys & Girls Club of Venice

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Cary and Shana look forward to meeting you and your pets.

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In 2012, Shana and Cary Tepper moved from New York City to Marina del Rey with their Yorkie, Cody. As loving and passionate pet owners, one of the first things they did after their move was to look for local pet care, but they struggled to find the excellent care that Cody deserved.

The duo, passionate not only about their Yorkie but about all canines, decided to take matters into their own hands and opened Westside Dogs LA. Since 2014, Westside Dogs LA has provided dog services to pet owners in the cities of Marina del Rey, Culver City, Venice, and surrounding neighborhoods. Shana and Cary understand that finding a responsible, reliable, and professional dog-walking company is the key to achieving peace of mind when someone else is taking care of your pet. But how do you find such a business? Westside Dogs LA has some tips to helping you find the best company to take care of your beloved canine: Look for a company that is bonded and insured.

Since you’re providing access to your home as well as trusting the company with your furry friend, finding a company that is properly licensed protects both you and your pet.

Only sign up with professional, full-time companies as part-time organizations tend to be unreliable.

Make sure that the company and all staff members know pet first aid and are pet CPR-certified.

Always schedule an in-person meet and greet so that you and your pet can interact with the person you are about to hire.

To learn more or to schedule your pup for their next “pawventure,” reach out to Westside Dogs LA to add a new friend to your family.

PET SERVICES Community Pet Center Wallis Annenberg PetSpace 12005 Bluff Creek Dr. Playa Vista, CA 90094 562.249.7161 annenbergpetspace.org

Pet Care/Services Michelson Found Animals Foundation PO Box 66370

Los Angeles, CA 90066

310.927.0089 westsidedogsla.com

310.574.5780 foundanimals.org

Pet Transportation

PDR Paws & Pads

Pacific Pet Transport

12022 Culver Blvd., Ste. 1 Los Angeles, CA 90066

513 Cypress Ave. Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

424.228.5100 pdrpawsandpads.com

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Westside Dogs LA 13428 Maxella Ave., Unit 799 Marina del Rey, CA 90292

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Concierge Travel Services

Creative Production Space

Richard Moon & Associates 5777 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 1580 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.484.0800 rmacpas.com

Meridian Computer Services

Cassis Travel Services, Inc.

1842 Washington Way Venice, CA 90291 310.823.6363

9200 Sunset Blvd., Ste. 320 Los Angeles, CA 90069 310.728.1807 travelcts.com

Advertising/Marketing

Consulting

J. Rosen Group

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Banners/Signs Signarama

440 S. Hindry Ave., Unit C Inglewood, CA 90301 310.322.7446 laxsigns.com

Career Coaching/ Training/Speaking

Global Community Enrichment 310.384.6244 gce-us.com

LAX Coworking

YouTube Space LA

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Educational Accounting/ Reconciliation Larry Israelson, Educational Accounting Consultant

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Employment Agency

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DEC270 Creative and Executive Staffing

6080 Center Dr., Ste. 600

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.358.2700 dectoninc.com

Enterprise IT Infrastructure TWE Solutions, Inc.

13900 Marquesas Way, Ste. 6006 Marina del Rey, CA 90292 888.535.9570 twe-solutions.com

Facilitator/Dialogue Facilitation

Document Management Services

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Alyson Garrido - Career Coach Torrance, CA 90501 310.913.8850 alysongarrido.com

Coworking Space

Woodhill Solutions

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Franchise Broker FranNet

879 W. 190th St., Ste. 400 Gardena, CA 90248 619.929.4140 frannet.com/krose

Graphic Design Services Just Kirby

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Insurance

Blend2Day, Financial Concepts of America 1240 N. Lakeview Ave., Ste. 170 Anaheim, CA 92807 310.780.1393 blend2day.com

Interactive Remote Guarding

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213.393.6051 digitalmediadiva.com

Elite Interactive Solutions

Dickerson Employee Benefits

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Farmers Insurance - Peter Kohly

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Google

6320 Howard B. Drollinger Way, Ste. 202 Life Coach Los Angeles, CA 90045 State-Of-Mind Coaching 310.641.3430 310.473.8017 farmersagent.com/pkohly

Jaffe Insurance Agency

13160 Mindanao Way, Ste. 204 Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.827.5050 jaffeinsurance.com

New York Life - Carl Crawford 801 N. Brand Blvd., Penthouse Fl. Glendale, CA 91203 909.717.7533 newyorklife.com

Paul Major State Farm Agent 12030 Washington Blvd., Ste. A Los Angeles, CA 90066 310.482.3990 paulrmajor.com

Playa Vista Insurance Services 8055 W. Manchester Ave., Ste. 202 Playa del Rey, CA 90293 800.834.2310 playavistains.com

Mailing Services KES Mail, Inc.

2930 Vail Ave. Commerce, CA 90040 310.970.8041 kesmail.com

UPS Store #6778 8601 Lincoln Blvd., Ste. 180 Los Angeles, CA 90045 424.750.6522 theupsstorelocal.com/6778

Mobile Application Entrepreneur ConvosLive 781.640.1070

Online Market Research

AYTM - Ask Your Target Market 949.391.9358 aytm.com

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Digital Media Diva

Online Training/Consulting The Human Equation

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Payroll Service Paychex 300 Corporate Pointe., Ste. 150 Culver City, CA 90230 213.255.9198 paychex.com

PayrollCentric 5777 Century Blvd., Ste. 910 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.258.9703 payrollcentric.com

Peak Performance Coach

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Photography Angela Clouse

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Ballerini Cooley Studios 8242 Sunnysea Dr. Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310.301.1576 bcs76.com

Glenn Marzano Photography PO Box 12407 Marina del Rey, CA 90295 310.871.2001 glennmarzano.com

Venice Paparazzi

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Printers

America's Printer

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Parviz Printing

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Sievers/Burnett Press 1308 E. Imperial Ave. El Segundo, CA 90245 310.414.1101 sieversburnettpress.com

Toragrafix

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Horizon, Inc./Green Hapas

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Production Rentals

Westside Production Rentals 5601 W. Slauson Ave., Ste. 101 Culver City, CA 90230 310.321.7877 westsideproductionrentals.com

Professional Development adaptED Consultants

4204 Lafayette Pl. Culver City, CA 90232 310.400.0998 adaptedconsultants.com

Promotional Products C&S Sales

12947 Chadron Ave. Hawthorne, CA 90250 310.538.1219 cssales.com

Icon Blue, Inc.

5055 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 305 Los Angeles, CA 90036 323.634.5301 iconblue.com

Whoopla

5748 Babbitt Ave. Encino, CA 91316 310.259.8074 whoopla.com

Public Affairs Advocacy Burns & Bouchard, Inc. 9619 National Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90034 310.802.4261 burnsbouchard.com

JKH Consulting 646.262.8044

Kindel Gagan

550 S. Hope St., Ste. 530 Los Angeles, CA 90071 213.624.1550 kindelgagan.com

Lee Andrews Group

818 W. 7th St., Ste. 880 Los Angeles, CA 90017 213.891.2965 leeandrewsgroup.com

The Robert Group

3108 Los Feliz Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90039 323.669.9100 therobertgroup.com

Vectis Strategies

611 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 913 Los Angeles, CA 90017 213.973.4113 vectisstrategies.com

Public Relations

Maleman Ink Public Relations 8939 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 518 Westchester, CA 90045 310.645.2295

Security Services Allied Universal

3000 S. Robertson Blvd., Ste. 150 Los Angeles, CA 90034 310.287.3103 aus.com

Tactical Enforcement Security Services 200 N. Westlake Blvd., Ste. 109 Westlake Village, CA 91362 855.857.8377 tessguard.com

Security Services/ Private Investigation SECO Investigative & Security Services

PO Box 5099 Playa del Rey, CA 90296 310.306.8525 secoteam.com

Staffing Firm PrideStaff

Video Production friedcrickets

8726 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 1531 Los Angeles, CA 90045 323.841.2482 friedcrickets.com

Virtual Offices

CW Business Center 8939 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 102 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.568.1024 cwbusinesscenter.com

Visual Presentations

11447 Jefferson Blvd.

Culver City, CA 90230 310.398.7900 pridestaff.com

Lux Virtual

Strategic Communications Murakawa Communications 2110 Artesia Blvd., Ste. B 354 Redondo Beach, CA 90278 310.376.2236 murakawacommunications.com

Tax Preparation/Business Services

Pronto Income Tax of California 4501 S. Centinela Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90066 310.577.7530 pronto4tax.com

Travel Agency

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.645.4345 4dreaminfo.com

10866 Washington Blvd., Ste. 157 Culver City, CA 90232 805.895.3715 luxvirtual.com

Web Design/Development Diamond

723 Ocean Front Walk Venice, CA 90291 424.214.5935 dws.la

Web Design/Publishing Don Miller Design

PO Box 90554 Los Angeles, CA 90009 877.394.3468 donmillerdesign.com

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Real estate is a fluctuating market, and for some it is also frustrating. According to RealtyTrac, there are currently 3,249 properties in foreclosure within the boundaries of Los Angeles, with only 1,233 listed for sale. It is easy to grow disgruntled, dissatisfied with the housing market, but housing market trends are actually on the rise.

The price of Los Angeles homes has been steadily rising over the past year. From September 2015 to 2016, the median sales price increased from $650,000 to $700,000 with more than 2,500 homes sold. And while sales in Playa del Rey and Marina del Rey were down 5% and 17% respectively, home sales in Westchester increased by 46%.

There is a lot of information out there regarding buying and selling your home, but you don’t need to wade through it alone.

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REAL ESTATE Developer/Leasing

The Ratkovich Company 700 S. Flower St., Ste. 2600 Los Angeles, CA 90017 213.486.6500 ratkovich.net

TriCal Construction 4100 Del Rey Ave. Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.306.1100 tricalconstruction.com

Escrow Services

Betty Betts Escrow Company 8641 Truxton Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.670.2398 bettybettsescrow.com

California Investors Escrow 7125 W. Manchester Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.568.2701 californiainvestorsescrow.com

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Keller Williams/The Banks Group

Olivia Patterson Ryans Keller Williams Commercial Realty, Pacific Playa

8939 S. Sepulveda Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 424.200.1100

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Westchester, CA 90045

Teresa Peters Executive Realtors

310.946.5454 groundsforpossibility.com

Property Management CBRE 2221 Rosecrans Ave., Ste. 100 El Segundo, CA 90245 310.363.4932 cbre.com

Playa Vista Parks and Landscape Corporation 6200 Playa Vista Dr. Playa Vista, CA 90094

6080 Center Dr., Ste. 600 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.665.1145 teresapetersoffice.com

Real Estate/Broker/ Brokerage

ANR Asset Management Brokerage 8740 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 100 Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.410.9388 anrlax.com

Macias Realty Group, Inc.

310.437.6070 playavista.com

12575 Beatrice St., B1 Los Angeles, CA 90066 310.341.4664 maciasrealtygroup.com

Barrister Executive Suites Inc.

Real Estate

Rowena Ake Realtor

4640 Admiralty Way, Ste. 500 Marina del Rey, CA 90292

Keller Williams Silicon Beach

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Westchester, CA 90045

Executive Suites

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310.645.5000 rowenaake.com

Stephanie Younger Group | Compass 444 Culver Blvd.

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Real Estate/Commercial Management The Bridge Group

1237 S. Victoria Ave., Ste. 506 Oxnard, CA 93035 805.263.6455 the-bridge-group.com

Real Estate/Developer Brookfield Residential Playa Vista

12045 E. Waterfront Dr., Ste. 400 Playa Vista, CA 90094 310.448.4629 playavista.com

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Automobile Sales

Cleaning Supplies/Janitorial Equipment Distributor

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1 Fuller Way Great Bend, KS 67530 620.792.1711 fullercommercial.com

LA Car Guy Family of Dealers

Electronics/Accessories

RETAIL Airport Marina Honda

1501 Santa Monica Blvd.

Santa Monica, CA 90404 310.309.1300 lexussantamonica.com

Automobile/Tire Repair Just Tires 9210 S. Sepulveda Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.215.3372 justtires.com

Beverage Industry Just Chill

855.552.4455 drinkjustchill.com

Bicycle Shop

Pedego Marina del Rey 3018 W. Washington Blvd.

Marina del Rey, CA 90292 424.228.4356 pedegoelectricbikes.com

Fuller Industries LLC

Playa del Rey, CA 90293 310.305.1200 flowersbyfeliciapdr.com

LA International Floral 8635 Truxton Ave. Westchester, CA 90045 310.641.1003 lainternationalflorist.com

310.306.2952 gelsons.com

Whole Foods Market Playa Vista 12746 Jefferson Blvd.

Playa Vista, CA 90094 310.862.9900 wholefoodsmarket.com

Jeweler/Retail Ozel Jewelers

Belkin

Natural Simplicity

12045 Waterfront Dr. Playa Vista, CA 90094 310.751.5100 belkin.com

223 Main St. El Segundo, CA 90245 310.640.9932 naturalns.com

4718 1/4 Admiralty Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.301.9797 ozeljewelry.com

Energy Drink

Food Production

Motorcycle/Sales

1 Monster Way Corona, CA 92879 866.322.4466 x585 monsterenergy.com

6914 Road 160 Earlimart, CA 93219 559.757.5020 treehousealmonds.com

4141 Lincoln Blvd.

Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.823.1112 bartelsharley.com

Farmer's Market

Gas Station

Natural Food Market

12775 W. Millennium Dr. Playa Vista, CA 90094 310.310.2546 farmermark.com/playavista

9200 Aviation Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.649.8877

13208 W. Washington Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90066 310.306.8330 rainbowacresca.com

Florist

Gelson's Market

Product Development

13455 Maxella Ave. Marina del Rey, CA 90292

1070 E. Dominguez St., Ste. F

Monster Energy Company

Playa Vista Farmer's Market

Flowers by Felicia 8428 Pershing Dr.

Treehouse California Almonds

Harley Davidson

Rainbow Acres Natural Foods

Airport Arco

Grocery Store

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Trophymasters 8331 Lincoln Blvd.

Westchester, CA 90045 310.670.6443 trophymasterstore.com

Watch Sales/Service Westchester Watch Works 630 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 12B El Segundo, CA 90245 310.640.1074 westchesterwatchworks.com

Wine/Beer/Spirits Beverage Warehouse 4935 McConnell Ave., Ste. 21 Los Angeles, CA 90066 310.306.2822 beveragewarehouse.com

Women's Clothing Playa Post 221 Culver Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90293 310.591.5601

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TRANSPORTATION & AVIATION SERVICES Aerospace

The Boeing Company boeing.com

Aircraft Maintenance/ Service LAXFUEL Corporation 9900 LAX Fuel Rd. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.646.1202

Mercury Air Group, Inc. 2780 Skypark Dr., Ste. 300 Torrance, CA 90505 310.827.2737 mercuryairgroup.com

Airline

Southwest Airlines Co. Terminal One Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.665.5507 southwest.com

United Airlines, Inc. Terminal Seven Los Angeles, CA 90045 650.634.5980 united.com

Airline Services

Aviation Safeguards 8929 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 300 Westchester, CA 90045 310.981.4530 commandsecurity.com

Airport

Los Angeles World Airports 1 World Way Los Angeles, CA 90045 855.463.5252 lawa.aero

Airport Concessionaire

Concourse Concessions, Inc. 880 Parkview Dr. N. El Segundo, CA 90245 310.322.2775 concourseconcessions.com

Concourse Ventures, Inc. 2373 N. Hobart Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90027 323.661.3867

DFS NorthAmerica 1580 Francisco St. Torrance, CA 90501 310.783.6600 dfsgalleria.com

HMSHost Corporation 201 World Way Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.646.4471 hmshost.com

I Love L.A. 13701 Cimarron Ave. Gardena, CA 90249 310.353.2411 ilovelaconcessions.com

SmarteCarte, Inc. 4455 White Bear Pkwy.

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990 W. 8th Street, Ste. 600 Los Angeles, CA 90017 213.784.2880 wallypark.com

8314 Lincoln Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.670.0822 loyolaautomotive.com

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Aviation Services

Tours/Custom Group Tours

535 Herndon Pkwy.

Herndon, VA 20170 888.359.2572 alpa.org

9830 Bellanca Ave. Westchester, CA 90045 310.641.8114 viptoursofcalifornia.com

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Air Line Pilots Association

Transportation/Services

Charter Bus/Tours

Corporate Coach Charter & Tours 150 W. Ivy Ave. Inglewood, CA 90302 310.216.1171 ccctours.com

SuperShuttle

531 Van Ness Ave. Torrance, CA 90501 310.222.5500 supershuttle.com

Transportation/Taxi

Parking Facilities

The Parking Spot - Century Blvd.

5701 W. Century Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.642.0947 theparkingspot.com

The Parking Spot - Sepulveda 9101 S. Sepulveda Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.642.0947 theparkingspot.com

VIP Tours of California, Inc.

Bell Cab Co.

13030 Cerise Ave. Hawthorne, CA 90250 888.481.2345 labellcab.com

Van Rentals

State Van Rental 9020 Bellanca Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90045 310.641.7000 statevan.com

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A-Z MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY 1 Touch Office Technology....................................................59, 60 1st Mortgage Advisors.................................................................70 18|8 Fine Men's Salons.................................................................42 360 DTii.........................................................................................59 7 For All Mankind.........................................................................52 a. hartrodt.......................................................................................41 Able Freight Services, Inc............................................................41 Abundance for All Inc..................................................................54 adaptED Consultants....................................................................61 Adcom Worldwide - A Radiant Logistics Company...................41 Advanced Urology Medical.........................................................53 Aesthetic Legal, a Professional Law Corporation.....................51 AG PAC, Inc.....................................................................................41 Air Line Pilots Association..........................................................67 Air Power International Express (U.S.A) Inc.............................41 Airport Arco..................................................................................65 Airport Marina Counseling Service...........................................55 Airport Marina Honda..................................................................65 Airport Podiatry Group................................................................53 Air-Sea Forwarders Inc................................................................41 AKA..............................................................................................49 Albright International, Inc..........................................................32 Albright, Yee & Schmit, APC........................................................51 All Logistics Cargo, Inc..................................................................41 Allied Feather & Down Corp.......................................................52 Allied Universal..............................................................................61 Aloe Gloe........................................................................................37 Always Best Care.........................................................................53 Alyson Garrido - Career Coach...................................................59 American Apparel........................................................................52 America's Printer.........................................................................60 Ameriprise Financial...................................................................36 Angela Clouse...............................................................................60 Animo Westside Charter Middle School - Green Dot Public Schools ...30

ANR Asset Management Brokerage.........................................63 Apex Logistics International, Inc................................................41 Apollo Freight, Inc.........................................................................41 Aramex International...................................................................41 ARC Air Logistics, Inc...................................................................41 Argonaut, The...............................................................................22 Arup.........................................................................................26, 27 Austin Commercial, LP................................................................27 Avaire South Bay..........................................................................49 Aviation Safeguards....................................................................67 Avison Young - Gail L. Goldstein, CPM.......................................64 AYTM - Ask Your Target Market................................................60 BA Inc.............................................................................................27 Ballerini Cooley Studios.............................................................60 Barrister Executive Suites Inc....................................................63 BDP International, Inc..................................................................41 Beauty Beach Lounge.................................................................42 Belkin............................................................................................65 Bell Cab Co....................................................................................67 Benny's Tacos & Chicken Rotisserie...................................39, 40 Berman Kandel Freed.................................................................64 Betty Betts Escrow Company....................................................63 Beverage Warehouse..................................................................66 Blend2Day, Financial Concepts of America.............................59 Blue Pacific Boating.....................................................................31 Bob Hope Hollywood USO at LAX.............................................56 Boeing Company, The.................................................................67 Bowlero Los Angeles.............................................................31, 33 Boys & Girls Club of Venice.......................................................56 *Advertiser

Bridge Group, The.......................................................................63 Broadway Gymnastics School..................................................42 Brookfield Residential Playa Vista.......................................2, 63 Bryan Cave, LLP.....................................................................50, 51 Buffalo Wild Wings.....................................................................37 Burns & Bouchard, Inc................................................................61 Byrnes Logistics...........................................................................41 C&S Sales......................................................................................61 C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc.....................................................41 Cafe del Rey.................................................................................37 California Highway Patrol..........................................................22 California Institute of Health & Social Services, Inc..............56 California Investors Escrow......................................................63 California Manufacturing Technology Consulting.................55 California Varicose Vein and Vascular.....................................53 California Yacht Club..................................................................32 Cambria Hotel & Suites El Segundo........................................47 Cantalini's Express......................................................................37 Cantalini's Salerno Beach...................................................37. 40 Carmichael International Service..............................................41 Carousel School..........................................................................29 Cassis Travel Services, Inc.........................................................59 CBRE.............................................................................................63 Cedars-Sinai Health System.....................................................53 Celebrations Mobile DJ Service.................................................31 Central Payment.........................................................................36 CEVA Logistics..............................................................................41 Chevron Corporation..................................................................23 Chrome Hearts Eyewear LLC....................................................52 Chrome Hearts LLC....................................................................52 Cinemark 18 & XD at HHLA.......................................................32 Cinemark Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza 15............................32 Cinemark Playa Vista Runway.................................................32 City of Los Angeles, Bureau of Sanitation Public Affairs Office .........22 City of Los Angeles, Department of Public Works................22 CLARE Foundation.....................................................................56 Club Z! of West LA Culver City.................................................30 Coffee Company, The................................................................39 Commodity Forwarders, Inc.......................................................41 Communications 'A La Carte'....................................................23 Community Outreach and Opportunity Programs................29 Concourse Concessions, Inc.....................................................67 Concourse Ventures, Inc...........................................................67 Conservative Financial & Insurance Services.......................36 Constellation New Energy.........................................................23 ConvosLive..................................................................................60 Corporate Coach Charter & Tours...........................................67 Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Westside.........................47 Courtyard LAX/El Segundo......................................................47 Cowan Avenue Elementary School.........................................29 CW Business Center....................................................................61 Dachser Transport of America...................................................41 Daily Breeze..................................................................................22 Dave & Buster's............................................................................32 Davis, Carlyn.................................................................................53 DEC270 Creative and Executive Staffing...............................59 Decron Properties.......................................................................64 DFS NorthAmerica......................................................................67 DHL Global Forwarding................................................................41 Diamond.......................................................................................61 Dickerson Employee Benefits...........................................34, 60 Digital Media Diva.......................................................................60 Dolphin Marina Apartments, G&K Management...................49

Don Miller Design..................................................................................61 DoubleTree by Hilton LAX El Segundo.............................................47 DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Westside...................................47 D'Perla Group LLC...............................................................................27 Dr. Sharma Henderson Consulting...................................................59 Dreamgirl International......................................................................52 Drollinger Properties......................................................................5, 64 DSV Air & Sea Inc................................................................................41 E & S Ring Management Corporation........................................62, 64 Edward Jones.....................................................................................36 El Camino College SBDC...................................................................29 Elite Interactive Solutions.................................................................60 Embassy Suites LAX/North..............................................................47 Emerson Avenue Community Garden Club...................................54 EmpowerTech....................................................................................55 Epithereal.............................................................................................43 Equity Residential - Altitude Apartments.......................................49 Esprit Marina del Rey.........................................................................49 ETCO Homes................................................................................IFC, 49 Euro Soccer USA, L.L.C......................................................................43 European Wax Center........................................................................43 Express Line Corporation...................................................................41 Extra Space Storage...........................................................................45 Fantasea Yachts & Yacht Club..........................................................32 Farm Urbana........................................................................................45 Farmers Insurance - Peter Kohly.....................................................60 Fentress Architects............................................................................45 Ferrufino Interiors/Budget Blinds...................................................45 Fineman Suarez...................................................................................21 First Bank.............................................................................................35 First Citizens Bank..............................................................................35 Flight Path Museum & Learning Center....................................55, 56 Flowers by Felicia................................................................................65 Food Fleet............................................................................................37 Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport........47 Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles Westside.............................47 FranNet .................................................................................................59 Fresh Brothers....................................................................................39 friedcrickets.......................................................................................61 Friends of Ballona Wetlands.............................................................55 Fulfillment Church..............................................................................54 Fuller Industries LLC.........................................................................65 G2 Gallery, The.....................................................................................31 Game Sports Bar Restaurant & Lounge, The...............................39 Gateway Los Angeles.........................................................................54 Gelson's Market...................................................................................65 Glenn Marzano Photography............................................................60 Global Community Enrichment........................................................59 GNC.......................................................................................................42 Goethe International Charter School..............................................29 Golden Bridge International, Inc........................................................41 Golding + Lamothe.........................................................................50, 51 Google.................................................................................................60 Grandpoint Bank.................................................................................35 Hair Analysis.........................................................................................42 Halstrom Academy.............................................................................30 Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton.......................................................47 Harley Davidson............................................................................64, 65 Hayward Meridian Inc..........................................................................41 Head to Toe Salon................................................................................42 HeadQuarters Salon...........................................................................42 Herbalife International of America, Inc.........................................42 HHLA..............................................................................................32

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Hilton Garden Inn - Marina del Rey...........................................47 Hilton Los Angeles Airport.........................................................48 HMSHost Corporation.................................................................67 HNTB Corporation.......................................................................27 HOK Group, Inc.............................................................................45 Hollywood Park Casino........................................................31, 68 Holy Nativity Parish.....................................................................54 Homes for Life Foundation........................................................55 HomeTown News..................................................................22, 58 Honorable Alex Padilla................................................................23 Honorable Autumn Burke..........................................................23 Honorable Ben Allen...................................................................23 Honorable Betty Yee...................................................................23 Honorable Dianne Feinstein......................................................23 Honorable Eric Garcetti..............................................................23 Honorable Janice Hahn..............................................................23 Honorable Jerry Brown.............................................................23 Honorable John Chiang..............................................................23 Honorable Kamala Harris...........................................................23 Honorable Mark Ridley-Thomas...............................................23 Honorable Maxine Waters..........................................................23 Honorable Mike Bonin................................................................23 Honorable Mike Feuer................................................................23 Honorable Steven Bradford......................................................23 Honorable Ted Lieu.....................................................................23 Horizon, Inc./Green Hapas........................................................60 Hornblower Cruises & Events...................................................31 Hotel MdR - A DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel...............................48 Hudson Clothing, LLC.................................................................52 Human Equation, The................................................................60 Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport.................48 I Love L.A......................................................................................67 Icon Blue, Inc.................................................................................61 IMAX...........................................................................................32 In Style by Bobbie.......................................................................43 Incubator School.........................................................................30 Industrial Lock & Security, Inc..................................................45 Inn at Playa del Rey...............................................................47, 48 Inn at Venice Beach, The............................................................48 J. Rosen Group............................................................................59 Jaffe Insurance Agency.............................................................60 Jamaica Bay Inn..........................................................................48 James G. Wiley Co........................................................................41 James Perse Enterprises, Inc...................................................52 Jane St. John, RE/MAX Estate Properties......................62, 64 JAS Forwarding USA Inc.............................................................41 Jeff Blair Fitness.........................................................................43 Jeff Russell Real Estate.............................................................64 Jen Law Firm, APC.......................................................................51

Jenkins/Gales & Martinez Inc...................................................27 Jersey Mike's.................................................................................39 Jet Pro, Inc......................................................................................41 JKH Consulting...............................................................................61 Ruhlen, John..................................................................................59 Just Chill.........................................................................................65 Just Kirby.......................................................................................59 Just Tires........................................................................................65 Kaiser Permanente.......................................................................53 KB Home.........................................................................................63 Keller Williams Silicon Beach.....................................................63 Keller Williams/The Banks Group.............................................63 Kentwood Elementary School....................................................29 Kentwood Players..........................................................................31 KES Mail, Inc..................................................................................60 Khashayar Khodadadi D.D.S. Inc................................................53 Kiewit Infrastructure West Co....................................................27 Kindel Gagan...................................................................................61 Kinecta Federal Credit Union......................................................35 Kinecta Federal Credit Union - Manhattan Beach...................35 Kinney, The.....................................................................................48 Kitchen Store, The.........................................................................45 Koral Industries, LLC....................................................................52 Kuehne & Nagel Inc........................................................................41 LA Car Guy Family of Dealers......................................................65 LA County Department of Beaches & Harbors....................4, 22 LA County Fire Department........................................................22 LA County Life Guards.................................................................22 LA International Floral.................................................................65 LAPD - Airport Detail......................................................................22 LAPD - Pacific Area.......................................................................22 Larchmont Financial Management Co......................................35 LaRocco's Pizzeria.........................................................................39 Larry Israelson, Educational Accounting Consultant.............59 Law Office of Edgar Saenz...........................................................51 Law Offices of Dan Fligsten..........................................................51 LAX Coworking..............................................................................59 LAX Kiwanis...................................................................................56 LAXFUEL Corporation..................................................................67 Lee Andrews Group.......................................................................61 Legal Resource Services...............................................................51 Leman USA Inc...............................................................................41 Life Adjustment Team, The.........................................................53 Long Beach Downtown Courtyard by Marriott........................48 Los Angeles Airport Marriott .......................................................48 Los Angeles Airport Peace Officers Association......................22 Los Angeles Arts Collective.........................................................42 Los Angeles City Fire Department #5.......................................22 Los Angeles City Fire Department #67.....................................22

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Los Angeles Clippers......................................................................32 Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department - MDR....................22 Los Angeles Department of Water & Power.....................22, 44 Los Angeles Rams...........................................................................32 Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board................................56 Los Angeles World Airport Police................................................22 Los Angeles World Airports.......................................................1, 67 Loyola Automotive..........................................................................67 Loyola Marymount University................................................28, 30 Loyola Village Fine & Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School ......29 Lux Virtual.........................................................................................61 Macias Realty Group, Inc................................................................63 Maleman Ink Public Relations........................................................61 Manchester Lock & Security..........................................................45 Marc S. Simmons, O.D....................................................................53 Marina del Rey Convention & Visitors Bureau....................BC, 56 Marina del Rey Garden Center......................................................45 Marina del Rey Historical Society..................................................55 Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade............................................54 Marina del Rey Hospital...........................................................24, 53 Marina del Rey Hotel.......................................................................48 Marina del Rey Lessees Association............................................54 Marina del Rey Marriott Hotel.......................................................48 Marina del Rey Sheriff's Support Unit.........................................22 Marina del Rey Sportfishing..........................................................32 Marina Harbor Apartments & Anchorage...................................49 Marina Marketplace........................................................................66 Marina Towers..................................................................................64 Mariners Village...............................................................................49 Mathnasium of Marina del Rey....................................................30 Maxfreight Intl. Logistics.................................................................41 McClintock Dental Group...............................................................53 Melody Bar & Grill...........................................................................39 Melody Pizza....................................................................................39 Menchie's Westchester...................................................................37 Mercury Air Group, Inc...................................................................67 Meridian Computer Services........................................................59 Metropolitan Water District of Southern California..................22 MGL Capital Inc...............................................................................36 Michelson Found Animals Foundation.........................................57 Molly Maid of Playa Vista..........................................................44, 45 MonkeyFaceTattoos.......................................................................32 Monster Energy Company.............................................................65 Montjoy Enterprises.......................................................................32 Morgan Stanley Wealth Management..........................................36 Murakawa Communications..........................................................61 Mustol Music....................................................................................32 Natural Simplicity....................................................................64, 65 Nbryte..............................................................................................65

Nelson & Natale............................................................................51 Neuroacoustics for Peak Performers.....................................60 New York Life - Carl Crawford..................................................60 Newtrans Overseas, Inc..............................................................41 NNR Global Logistics USA, Inc..................................................41 Ocean Charter School................................................................29 Ojakian Tennis Inc........................................................................43 Olivia Patterson Ryans - Keller Williams Commercial Realty, Pacific Playa ..63 Onestop Internet Inc....................................................................41 Open Magnet Charter Elementary School, The.....................29 Opportunity Fund........................................................................36 Optimum Health Inc....................................................................42 Otis College of Art and Design.........................................IBC, 30 Ozel Jewelers...............................................................................65 Pacific Area Booster Association..............................................22 Pacific Area LAX Field Services Division.................................22 Pacific Ocean Management, LLC..............................................64 Pacific Pet Transport..................................................................57 Paladin Healthcare and Avanti Hospitals.................................53 Panalpina, Inc.................................................................................41 Paradise Bound Yacht Charters.................................................31 Parking Spot - Century Blvd., The...........................................67 Parking Spot - Sepulveda, The.................................................67 Parsons.........................................................................................27 Parviz Printing.............................................................................60 Paseo Del Rey Natural Science Magnet School......................29 Paul Major State Farm Agent.....................................................60 Paychex........................................................................................60 PayrollCentric..............................................................................60 PCL Construction Services, Inc................................................27 PDR Paws & Pads........................................................................57 Pedego Marina del Rey...............................................................65 Pepperdine University - Graduate School of Education and Psychology....30 Peter Smyth Realtor....................................................................64 Pettit Kohn Ingrassia & Lutz........................................................51 Playa Music Lessons, LLC..........................................................29 Playa Pharmacy...........................................................................43 Playa Post.....................................................................................66 Playa Venice Sunrise Rotary Club.....................................55, 56 Playa Vista Elementary School................................................29 Playa Vista Farmer's Market.....................................................65 Playa Vista Insurance Services, Inc........................................60 Playa Vista Medical Center........................................................53 Playa Vista Orthodontics...........................................................53 Playa Vista Parks and Landscape Corporation....................63 Plaza Bank....................................................................................35 Plotkin Properties, Inc................................................................64 PrideStaff......................................................................................61 Primex International Trading Corp...........................................52 Pronto Income Tax of California, Inc.........................................61 Proud Bird Food Bazaar & Events Center, The......................39 Providence Health & Services, Southern California.............53 PVJOBS.......................................................................................56 Rainbow Acres Natural Foods............................................65, 66 Ratkovich Company, The...........................................................63 Raymond James Financial Services, Inc.................................36 RE/MAX Estate Properties - Chad Cole..................................64 Real Estate Consultants - Philip Gilboy, The...........................64 Reason Foundation..............................................................54, 56 Regatta Capital Group LLC........................................................36 Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel...................................48 Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles LAX..........................48 Richard Moon & Associates.......................................................59 Rise & Shine Catering.................................................................37 Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey, The.......................................46, 48 Robert Group, The........................................................................61 *Advertiser

Rock-It Cargo.....................................................................................41 Rodi Pollock........................................................................................51 Rodolfo Corral Inc.............................................................................41 Rowena Ake Realtor........................................................................63 RPM (Referral Packing Moving) Service.......................................45 RTI Consulting, Inc...........................................................................27 Runway Owner, LLC.........................................................................63 Ruth's Chris Steak House...............................................................39 Salvation Army, Inglewood Citadel Corps...................................55 Sarlo Income Tax Service, Inc..................................................36, 59 Schneider, Denny..............................................................................59 Schomer Law Group.........................................................................51 SECO Investigative & Security Services......................................61 Sender One Climbing.......................................................................32 Senderex Cargo Inc...........................................................................41 SERVPRO of Marina del Rey..........................................................45 Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel...........................................48 Sievers/Burnett Press....................................................................60 Signarama.........................................................................................59 SiliconBeach.Dental.........................................................................53 Skanska.............................................................................................27 Skechers USA, Inc............................................................................52 Skyline Home Loans........................................................................36 Smart Set Travels..............................................................................61 SmarteCarte, Inc...............................................................................67 SoCalGas.........................................................................................23 Soccer Shots.....................................................................................43 SOL Mexican Cocina.........................................................................39 South Bay Workforce Investment Board......................................56 Southern California Edison............................................................23 Southern California Masonic Lodge #529...................................54 Southwest Airlines Co.....................................................................67 St. Anastasia School........................................................................29 St. Bernard High School...................................................................30 St. Jerome School............................................................................29 State Van Rental...............................................................................67 State-Of-Mind Coaching.................................................................60 Stephanie Younger Group | Compass..........................................63 STRABAG Corp.................................................................................27 Sunny Side Up Events.....................................................................32 Super 8 Los Angeles/LAX Airport Motel.....................................48 SuperShuttle...................................................................................67 Sustainable Law Group.....................................................................51 Sylvan Learning of Culver City.....................................................30 Systems Training Center.................................................................42 Tactical Enforcement Security Services, Inc................................61 Team Crockett @ CCR Properties, Inc...........................................64 Teresa Peters Executive Realtors..................................................63 Tom Corte & Dana Wright - Realtors............................................64 Tony P's Dockside Grill....................................................................39 Toragrafix.........................................................................................60 Torrance Marriott..............................................................................48 Transgroup Worldwide Logistics.....................................................41 Treehouse California Almonds.......................................................65 Tribeca Urban...................................................................................49 TriCal Construction..........................................................................63 Trophymasters...............................................................................66 Truxton's American Bistro......................................................38, 39 Turner Construction.........................................................................27 TWE Solutions, Inc..........................................................................59 U.S. Bank............................................................................................35 U.S. Coast Guard...............................................................................22 U.S. Coast Guard - LAX....................................................................22 U-Freight Limited..............................................................................41 United Airlines, Inc...........................................................................67 University of West Los Angeles....................................................30

UPS Store #6778.........................................................................60 UPS Supply Chain Solutions.........................................................41 UPS Supply Chain Solutions - Inglewood..................................41 Urban Plates...................................................................................39 US Storage Centers......................................................................45 USC Sea Grant Program.............................................................29 Vectis Strategies............................................................................61 Venice High School.......................................................................30 Venice Lutheran School...............................................................29 Venice Paparazzi...........................................................................60 Venice-Marina-LAX Lions Club..................................................56 Vergari & Napolitano......................................................................51 Villa del Mar Apartments & Marina.............................................49 Villas at Playa Vista - Irvine Company..................................48, 49 VIP Tours of California, Inc..........................................................67 Visitation School....................................................................29, 30 Voss, Silverman & Braybrooke, LLP............................................51 Wallis Annenberg PetSpace........................................................57 WallyPark......................................................................................67 Walsh/Shea Corridor Constructors..........................................27 Warehouse Restaurant, The.......................................................39 Water Replenishment District....................................................22 Waterside Marina del Rey - Caruso Affiliated..........................66 Webster University........................................................................30 Wells Fargo.....................................................................................35 Wesity, Inc......................................................................................64 West Basin Municipal Water District..........................................22 Westchester Association..............................................................67 Westchester del Rey Little League.............................................43 Westchester Elks Lodge #2050.................................................56 Westchester Enriched Sciences Magnets.................................30 Westchester Eyecare Center........................................................53 Westchester Family YMCA.....................................................42, 43 Westchester Lutheran Church & School...................................30 Westchester Secondary Charter School...................................30 Westchester Town Center B.I.D...................................................54 Westchester Vitalization Corp....................................................56 Westchester Watch Works..........................................................66 Westfield Culver City....................................................................66 Westin Los Angeles Airport.........................................................48 Westport Heights Elementary School.......................................29 Westside Dogs LA.........................................................................57 Westside Neighborhood School.................................................30 Westside Pacific Villages.............................................................56 Westside Production Rentals.......................................................61 Whiskey Red's................................................................................39 Whole Foods Market Playa Vista...............................................65 Whoopla..........................................................................................61 Wildfox Couture, LLC...................................................................52 Wish Charter..................................................................................29 Woodhill Solutions........................................................................59 World Exchange, Inc.......................................................................41 Wright Middle School STEAM Magnet......................................30 Yogurtland Marina del Rey..........................................................37 Yoobi, LLC.......................................................................................66 YouTube Space LA........................................................................59 Zacha Homes.................................................................................64 Zippy Shell WLA............................................................................45 zpizza Tap Room...........................................................................39

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ONE LAST LOOK Proudly working for the LAX Coastal community—not just the LAX Coastal Chamber At the LAX Coastal Chamber of Commerce, our staff believes in making a difference. From building relationships to advocating for businesses and beyond, your local chamber is truly a full-service organization working to elevate the LAX Coastal region. While each staff member might have different strengths and personalities, we all have one thing in common: we don’t just work for the chamber, we work for the community.

Christina Davis, our President/CEO, is continually connected to the LAX Coastal community. She is a rotarian for the Playa Venice Sunrise Rotary, a board member for Badge of Heart, an active participant in the Renew Visitation Committee, and involved with the Westside Association of Chambers of Commerce and South Bay Association of Chambers.

She also regularly speaks within the community on behalf of rotary clubs, church groups, or schools, to spread awareness of local issues or our area’s history.

Originally growing up in Westchester, Christina is now sending her daughter to school in the Westchester community, proving her heart can never move too far away from her hometown.

Chamberlain Duru, our Vice President of Membership, is a constant advisor. From overseeing the LAX Coastal Young Professionals—known for their community outreach through local beach clean ups, school supply drives, and mentorship programs—to sitting on the board of directors for the Westchester Vitalization Corporation, California institute of Health and Social Services, and St. Bernard High School, Chamberlain makes sure to stay involved and is always around to provide insight into your outreach or fundraising strategies.

Judith Ciancimino, our Office Manager, is the friendly face of the LAX Coastal area. Recently named a Neighborhood Hero by Councilmember Mike Bonin, Judith is involved with almost every aspect of our community and always willing to offer a helping hand. Currently, she is a Westchester Elk, a Playa Venice Sunrise Rotarian, a board member for the Marina del Rey Boat Parade, and a volunteer for countless other organizations. No matter where you go within this community, you’re sure to see Judith’s warm smile.

Kirby Israelson, our Creative Director, loves to help make the LAX Coastal community pretty. Her talents can be seen within the pages of the HomeTown News, the walls of Airport Marina Counseling Service, the collateral of the Playa Venice Sunrise Rotary Club, the business cards of multiple chamber members— such as Jen Law Firm and In Style by Bobbie—and on the faces and arms of local children (because she is also a face painter, of course!). Kirby loves what she does, and she is proud to be able to share her gifts with such a wonderful neighborhood.

The LAX Coastal Chamber itself is also a community partner, proudly partipating in community events— such as the WAM Block Party, Community Connections Expo, Jet to Jetty, and Race for Success—and engaging with all of our community's leaders. We build strong relationships with protective agencies, neighborhood organizations, homeowners associations, and government officials. As your local chamber, we make sure we are connected to all aspects of this community in order to better be a resource for those that matter—you.

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