CORONA BUSINESS NEWS
VOL 5 | #5 SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2019
The Future of Economic Development Higher Education on INNOVATION, TALENT AND LIVABLE COMMUNITIES
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n Friday, November 8, a full day of intensive training is slated in Corona, developed specifically for those interested in learning more about how Economic Development is created and its functions. The seminar is offered for free, but pre-registration at MyChamber.org is required. The morning session is designed to educate and engage attendees in emerging issues associated with economic development in the “New Economy.” The afternoon panel presentations and discussion will explore the emerging
topic of ‘livability’ and how it integrates into economic development in Corona and Riverside County. Morning Summary: This New Economy seminar, led by Mo Collins, will provide an in depth look at economic development in the 21st century. Collins is a New Economy Specialist with more than 20 years of academic, nonprofit, and entrepreneurial experience. Topics will include: 1) emerging global economic trends and the profound impact these changes are having upon our local communities; ... Continued on page 13
Chamber’s Radar U niquely placed in our region is our local community college, Norco College, one of three independent colleges part of the Riverside Community College District (RCCD). With recent change in leadership of their President, from Dr. Bryan Reece to Interim President Dr. Monica Green, the CORONA Chamber has successfully met with many of the top leaders in RCCD and Norco College, and will continue to do so. An initial request from the CORONA Chamber Board of
Directors to elected RCCD Board of Trustee Bill Hedrick was received and positively responded to with Bill inviting fellow Board of Trustee Jose Alcala to join the discussion. CORONA Chamber CEO Bobby Spiegel also met with Interim President Monica Green, Vice Chancellor Rebeccah Goldware, and Governmental Liaison Marisa Yeagar. As of this writing, future engagement includes meetings with elected RCCD Board Members Virginia Blumenthal ... Continued on page 14
Advocacy #1 Focus for Corona Chamber LEGISLATIVE OUTREACH AND MILITARY APPRECIATION HIGHLIGHTED AT MASQUERADE
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ot so facetiously, it’s often stated at CORONA Chamber Board meetings, “If we’re not at the table, we’re probably on the menu!” Never has this adage been truer than it is today. Our state is an economic
leader; however, for decades Sacramento officials (regardless of political affiliation) have enacted new laws which have become increasingly burdensome to businesses. Over the last ... Continued on page 11
What’s In It For Me? WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE BRINGS WORLD CLASS SPEAKERS TO CORONA
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omen are leading the charge in Riverside County. For the past several years, the majority of new entrepreneurial endeavors were established by women. The Riverside County
Future Pro Athletes Train in Corona WCA BRINGS UNPRECEDENTED OPPORTUNITIES TO STUDENTS WITH BIG DREAMS
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ordan Campbell learned early on that vision and planning were critical to athletes, personally and professionally. The distinction with Jordan
is that his concept has dramatically changed the lives of hundreds of kids, thanks to his creation of Winner Circle Athletics, a one-of-a-kind charter
school and sports training facility catered to middle school age kids with big athletic dreams. It’s the first charter school in the country with a focus on athletics. At just 30 years of age, the former college and NFL football player has parlayed his affinity for both sports and business into a model of entrepreneurism. Fueled by his natural ability honed as a star player at Norco High, Campbell was imbued with sports starting with his family, including his grandfather and mentor, a highly regarded high school strength coach ... Continued on page 6
500 PLUS Attendees
Women’s Leadership Conference [WLC] will provide an opportunity to learn from inspirational leaders and make connections that will be beneficial in both their personal ... Continued on page 8
Corona Farm Favorite of OC Fair A
fter winning multiple second place awards for their honey, grapefruits, avocados and lemons in prior years, Corona’s own Bobcat Properties Farm proudly won first place at the OC Fair this year for their black sage (super bloom) honey and second place for their buckwheat honey. Both are California wildflowers and excellent for allergies. They also won second place for their lemons. The honey contest was open to all of California, which means the best judged honey
in California was produced right here in Corona. Bobcat Properties Farm, homesteaded in 1885, is owned and operated ... Continued on page 10