Fullerton Focus June 2014
Roadkill Ranch & Boutique celebrated its 21st birthday in May with the Fullerton Chamber of Commerce, elected officials and their representatives, and supporters. An institution on Commonwealth Ave. since 1993, Roadkill offers an eclectic mix of fashion-forward and vintage-inspired clothing, shoes, and accessories for men and women.
Chair 2014: A Year in Review by Joyce Capelle, Chamber Chair 2013-14
It seems like only yesterday that I was asked to step up unexpectedly into the role of Chair. I entered the year not knowing what to expect and more than a little intimidated by the challenge. Thank you all for your support, kindness, and patience! As my year as chair comes to a close, I wanted to take a few minutes and share my observations. 1. This is a great town! It is both a big city and a small town. It is the best of both. It has many of the amenities and infrastructure you would expect from a city of 130,000, but also the sense of community connectedness normally associated with a much smaller locale.
2. We have a great education system, from pre-school through graduate degrees. You do not need to leave Fullerton to get a world-class education. 3. The chamber provides access to on-line learning and briefings to allow business owners to continue to educate themselves in subjects of interest to them. 4. The chamber's board of directors is committed to keeping the chamber relevant and effective. 5. We come together as a community to address our challenges, advocate for change where needed, and offer help to those less fortunate than ourselves. 6. We have a solid mix of businesses, from start-up companies to large corporations. ...continued on page 6
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