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Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe Presents His 8th Annual State of the County Address on November 14 Over the next few months, Los Angeles County will be undergoing massive changes. We will have two new supervisors replacing Gloria Molina and Zev Yaroslavsky, and a new Sheriff and Assessor will be elected. Our CEO, Bill Fujioka, will be retiring and we will be bringing in several new department heads. While fresh perspectives are always good, this is a huge amount of change in a short period of time for one organization, especially for one with a $27 billion budget and 100,000 employees. With these leaders go volumes of institutional knowledge. The County, like any organization of its size, is hugely complicated. Having some history and understanding of how things work is invaluable to keeping operations running smoothly. Our job at the County, as the ultimate safety net, is to solve problems. We can’t engage in partisan bickering, impart executive orders or point fingers— the buck stops with the five members of the Board of Supervisors.
Our job at the County, as the ultimate safety net, is to solve problems… the buck stops with the five members of the Board of Supervisors. While every day is not a picnic, we put aside our political differences and work to find solutions. In the end, you will find that most votes are 5-0 or 4-1—“compromise” cannot be a bad word when you are managing the largest county in the nation. Perhaps my biggest concern is the budget. The Board, our CEO, department heads, unions and staff pulled together through the really tough economic times to keep programs and services in place, and to avoid lay-offs and furloughs. Our efforts were rewarded with two credit rating increases, to the highest levels
the County has ever achieved. This is unheard of in municipal governments across the United States. This matters because the County has funding to continue the programs and services our residents expect, and to make investments in our infrastructure. We are able to borrow money at very low rates to invest in our communities by building new Community Centers, which we are opening in Hacienda Heights, Rowland Heights and Whittier, and allows us to put $45 million towards expanding or building new libraries in areas that currently have inadequate facilities that do not meet the needs of our residents. The coming months will be challenging, but I look forward to welcoming my new colleagues and new leaders to the County. There is a lot that all of us can learn from their predecessors about balance, fiscal prudence and good management, for the benefit of the 10 million residents of this great County!
This year the Chamber welcomes The Queen Mary as its keynote sponsor for the State of the County event. There are few icons from the last century that have stood the test of time. Rising from the ashes of the Great Depression, the Queen Mary ship became the fashion of ocean travel and a defender of the peace in World War II. Long retired from sea travel, the Queen Mary, now located in Long Beach, is a clarion reminder of another age, and yet continues to attract a million and half visitors each year. In an effort to showcase the Queen Mary’s historic legacy, the Queen Mary Heritage Foundation has recently announced its vision for a future world-class museum and science center. Located in the ship’s former engine rooms, the 65,000 square foot state-of-the-art museum will feature a science center, educational classrooms, 4D theater, and museum-quality exhibition spaces. It will be a place for visitors to be fully enthralled and entertained while providing a truly authentic atmosphere.
To register for the State of the County event, go to www.LBChamber.com. Table sponsorship levels are available starting at $995 for a table of 10. Single tickets are $50. For more information contact Samantha Cardenas at scardenas@ lbchamber.com or (562) 432-7830.
Chamber Issues Recommendations for Ballot on November 4, 2014 The Long Beach Area Chamber released its positions on four of the six statewide ballot measures for the November 4, 2014 General Election. The Chamber also took a position on a local Los Angeles county ballot measure impacting the city of Long Beach. The measures that The Chamber supported would help with ensuring a reliable water supply and provide essential services to the Long Beach area. Another measure supported by The Chamber would help ease the “cycle of boom and bust budgeting” which happens during good and bad years in the State’s economy. The Chamber opposed measures that are considered “job killers” or measures that put the Long Beach area economy at a disadvantage. The Chamber is committed to educating its members on various measures that will affect them and urge all of its members to consider the following positions:
Statewide Ballot Measures
YES Proposition 1: Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014
Proposition 1 would authorize $7.1 billion in general obligation bonds for state water supply infrastructure projects, such as public water system improvements, surface and groundwater storage, drinking water protection, water recycling and advanced water treatment technology, water supply management and conveyance, wastewater treatment, drought relief, emergency water supplies, and ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration. The Chamber believes that reliable water supply is critical to numerous sectors of the economy throughout the state and in Long Beach.
YES Proposition 2: Rainy Day Budget
Proposition 2 would require the director of finance to submit estimates of general fund revenues and expenditures for the ensuing fiscal year and the three fiscal years thereafter within ten days following the submission of proposed adjustments to the governor’s budget. Placed on the ballot with
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NO Proposition 45: Approval of Healthcare Insurance Rate Changes
Proposition 45 would require healthcare insurance rates for individual and small group health insurance to be approved by the Insurance Commissioner before taking effect. Currently, state regulators have the authority to review, but not approve, rates for individual and small group health insurance. Proposition 45 allows a single elected politician— the insurance commissioner—to control what benefits and treatment options insurance covers, with virtually no checks and balances to ensure decisions are made to benefit patients and consumers instead of special interests in Sacramento. The Chamber believes this measure is duplicative by creating more costly bureaucracy. There are already two other bureaucracies that oversee health insurance rates. The addition of another bureaucracy will cause costly confusion with other regulations and add more red tape to the health care system. Furthermore, California just established a new independent commission responsible for negotiating health plan rates on behalf of consumers and rejecting health plans if they’re too expensive.
NO Proposition 46: Drug and Alcohol Testing of Doctors. Medical Negligence Lawsuits
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bipartisan support, Proposition 2 places in the State Constitution the requirement to create a rainy day fund, saving money and paying down state debts when times are good. The constitutionally protected reserve can be used to protect schools, public safety and other vital services in bad times. Preventing politicians from spending temporary revenue spikes for ongoing spending will keep the state from spending more than it can afford.
Proposition 46 would increase the monetary cap on medical malpractice damages for such things as pain and suffering from $250,000 to $1.1 million and adjusted annually for future inflation. Health care providers would be required to check a statewide prescription drug database before prescribing or dispensing certain drugs to a patient for the first
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time. Hospitals would be required to test certain physicians for alcohol and drugs. The Chamber believes by quadrupling the limit on medical malpractice awards in California, Proposition 46 will cost consumers and taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars each year, and cause many doctors and other medical care professionals to quit their practice or move to places with lower medical malpractice insurance premiums. If medical malpractice awards go up, health insurance companies will raise their rates to cover their increased costs. When health care insurance companies raise their rates, Californians pay more in health care premiums as passed on to consumers.
Los Angeles County Ballot Measure
YES Proposition P: 2014 Safe Neighborhood Parks Tax Measure
Proposition P would impose a new $23 parcel tax to maintain park funding as a previous parks tax measure is about to expire. Current funding, approved in 1992, generates $45 million a year for neighborhood and regional parks and recreation. Proposition P continues this funding through an annual $23 per parcel special tax for 30 years. All funds must remain local within LA County and can only be used for parks, recreation, and open space projects. If approved by voters, the new flat tax would represent about a $10-a-year increase for the average single-family residence, which currently pays about $13 a year under the expiring assessment. The amount of the current assessment is calculated in part by formulas which take into account how much properties benefit from improvements funded by the levy (parcel tax). The Chamber believes this is a better approach as some properties currently; such as vacant lots, are taxed as little as three cents a year, while commercial properties can be taxed as much as $10,000 a year (citing extreme ends of both examples). The proposed new flat tax would be $23 on ANY property, regardless of its size. Over $24 million has come back to Long Beach for parks, recreation and other related projects throughout the city.
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Future Business Leadership Strong and Chamber Signature Events Continue to Draw Capacity Crowds by Diana Hendel
CEO, Long Beach Memorial Medical Center, Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach, Community Hospital Long Beach
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Deborah Golian Castro
President/CEO Creative Productions Vice-Chairman of Public Policy
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As the first 90 days of my Chairmanship have come and gone, I want to reflect on what we have accomplished in such a short time by recapping some of our core areas. We are off and running in our new Chamber year (July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015). I am proud to report we are already hard at work ensuring the Long Beach business community remains competitive and the Chamber remains at the forefront of this mission. The Chamber’s newly launched Long Beach Young Professionals (LBYP) group is 120 members strong as of press time of this newsletter. I had an opportunity to address this dynamic group of new, young, future business leaders at their bimonthly breakfast in August. The energy in the room was exciting and it was thrilling to address this group knowing that
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Public Affairs & Government Relations Walmart Stores, Inc. At Large Member
Phil Jones
President Coldwell Banker Coastal Alliance Realty At Large Member
Joshua Owen
President Ability/Tri-Modal Transportation Services, Inc. At Large Member
Ron Piazza
Owner Piazza Family Restaurants At Large Member
many will be future leaders in their respective industries and potentially in our community. Plans for the LBYP group continue to emerge and the volunteer board of directors have begun to create an exciting program of events for 2015. The group has already hosted four of the newest dynamic Long Beach City Councilmembers to discuss their priorities
and programs. The group has also heard from wonderful entrepreneurs such as John Howard (Owner/Operator of Chick-fil-A Long Beach Towne Center), Nick Worthington (General Manager of Worthington Ford Long Beach) and Dee Dee Boykin, (Sales Operation Manager of Ford Motor Corporation–Los Angeles Region). This is just a glimpse of what this group is doing and we look forward to their continued work. The Chamber continues to hold only the very best events in Long Beach for our members and regional business community. Our next signature event is the 8th Annual State of the County Address with Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe on November
I am proud to report we are already hard at work ensuring the Long Beach business community remains competitive and the Chamber remains at the forefront of this mission. 14, 2014. This event is sure to sell out once again so please register soon! The Chamber has also been preparing for our 2nd Annual State of Trade and Transportation Luncheon on January 23, 2015. The event was created to highlight a wider focus on the industries in and around the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles, and will be sponsored again by the Chamber’s International Business Association (IBA). Last year we had 500 people in attendance and hope to increase that number this year. Rounding out our major events for the next quarter is our signature ethics event titled
“Living Ethics Every Day.” We believe we are one of the only Chambers in the state, if not the country, that offers a seminar for business leaders on ethical training and the importance of this practice in business. Regardless of the size of your firm or organization, the Chamber stands committed to ensuring its members and the Long Beach Area business community are prepared for ethical challenges when they
arise. This event is made possible through the partnership with the Ukleja Center for Ethical Leadership at California State University, Long Beach. Truly a can’t miss event on February 27, 2015. Our Chamber remains strong and committed to ensuring a better business community. Our membership continues to be robust. Our business councils, Green Business Council (GBC), Women’s Business Council (WBC), and IBA, continue to attract top talented presenters for their respective events. The Chamber’s Government Affairs Council (GAC) also continues to take policy positions on favorable business climate related issues and communicates these valuable positions to our local elected leaders. We hope you can join us for one of our many outstanding events. For more information on these and other special events contact the Chamber’s Vice President of Special Events, Samantha Cardenas at (562) 432-7830 or scardenas@ lbchamber.com.
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Our Mission The Chamber is the platform for business to provide leadership, education and advocacy so that the Long Beach area thrives in the 21st century. Our Vision The Chamber will be the acknowledged leader in creating community consensus to support local,regional, and international business. Our Core Competencies nE conomic Development: Creating a Strong Local Economy n Public Policy: Representing the Interest of Business with Government n Community Development: Promoting the Community n Membership Services: Providing Networking Opportunities
Creating a Strong Local Economy President’s Message
Long Beach State Men’s Basketball Team Once Again Has Toughest Schedule in the Nation
by Randy Gordon President and CEO Dan Monson, Long Beach State’s men’s basketball coach has high hopes for his seventh season at the Beach. In his first six seasons he has finished no lower than third place in the Big West Conference. Coach Monson has captured three regular season conference championships over that time. His 49ers made two NIT appearances and reached the NCAA Tournament for the ninth time in school history in 2011-12.
Monson’s team enters the 2014-15 season with four returning senior starters. Considered one of the favorites in the Big West, the team is led by guard Mike Caffey who has started the last two years and earned First Team All-Big West honors each season. Second-Team All-Big West guard Tyler Lamb also returns for LBSU. The pair are joined by forward David Samuels and Guard AJ Spencer who started 29 and 28 games respectively. The Beach brings back five other returners from last year. A total of nine returners are back.
McKnight is eligible immediately from Florida Gulf Coast as a graduate senior while Faust and Prince will be eligible in the 2015-16 season. Faust was a three year starter at Maryland while Prince returns to his native Long Beach after one season at USC and a tremendous prep career at Long Beach Poly, where he was the Gatorade California Player of the Year. So you can certainly see this year and the future years at the Beach look promising for Coach Monson.
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Phenomenal Freshman Class In a class that resembles Coach Monson’s first Fab Four the 49ers welcome an outstanding recruiting class. Justin Bibbins, Deontae North,
Monson will become the winningest coach in Beach history after his fourth win this year. That would give him 123 wins and he would pass Hall of Famer Jerry Tarkanian. He also needs 11 more wins to give him 300 wins over his head coaching career at the Beach, Minnesota and Gonzaga. One thing Coach Monson has brought to the beach is his “I’ll play anybody anywhere anytime attitude.” Once again he has assembled the toughest schedule in the nation…which is common for him since he arrived at the Beach. His team will hit the road to play Xavier, Louisville, Syracuse, Texas, St. John’s, Stephen F. Austin, UCLA, and San Diego! Wow, what at non-conference schedule!
Jack Williams and Temidayo Yussef each guided their teams to the State Finals last year in four separate divisions. They will set the foundation for a new group following the departure of six seniors from this year’s team. Bibbins and Williams were each Wooden Players of the Year in their division and Bibbins, North, and Yussef were all third team MaxPreps All California selections. They were three of the top 15 players in the state coming out of high school while Williams was an honorable mention putting all four in the top 30 players in the state!
High-profile division I transfers Additionally in preparing for the future the Beach will welcome three Division I transfers in Eric McKnight, Nick Faust and Roschon Prince.
We hope you will make plans to attend as many of the 12 home games as you can. The Chamber has partnered with Long Beach State Athletics and the Long Beach Ronald McDonald House to offer a wonderful discount on tickets and proceeds benefiting the House. There are two game options: Option #1 is Saturday, November 15th at 4:00pm, which is also CSULB’s Homecoming followed by a Men’s game vs San Francisco State. Option #2 is a double header on Friday November 21 with the Women’s basketball team hosting USC at 5:00pm and the Men’s game to follow at 8:00pm versus Kansas State. Either option is a great value to Chamber members with seats only $10 and 70% of each ticket or $7 goes to the Long Beach Ronald McDonald House! These great ticket prices won’t last long but you can purchase them by calling Katrina Neumann at 562-436-1251 or email kneumann@lbchamber.com.
We hope you will make plans to attend as many of the 12 home games as you can. The Chamber has partnered with Long Beach State Athletics and the Long Beach Ronald McDonald House to offer a wonderful discount on tickets and proceeds benefiting the House.
Support Local Long Beach Restaurants and Save with the Chamber’s Restaurant Loyalty Rewards Program
The Restaurant Loyalty Rewards Program is a benefit for all Chamber members. All members have to do is present their Rewards Card to receive a 10% discount on the food bill. Some restaurants are offering more than 10% off! Thanks to the following restaurants who are participating in the program as of October. To request a Restaurant Loyalty Card, please contact Katrina Neumann at kneumann@lbchamber.com or 562-436-1251.
555 East 10% 555 East Ocean Blvd. 562-437-0626
Forbidden City 10% 6380-A Pacific Coast Hwy. 562-961-3500
La Strada 20% 4716 E. 2nd Street 562-433-8100
Picarelli’s Cucina Italiana 10% 6204 E. Pacific Coast Hwy. 562-986-5280
Alondra Hot Wings 10% 245 Pine Avenue 562-437-2103
Fuego (Hotel Maya) 10% 700 Queensway Drive 562-481-3910
La Traviata 10% 301 Cedar Avenue 562-432-8022
Renaissance Bar & Grill 10% 111 East Ocean Blvd. 562-499-2533
Ascari (Hilton LB) 10% 701 West Ocean Blvd. 562-983-3400
Garden Terrace Café (LB Marriott) 10% 4700 Airport Plaza Drive 562-425-5210
The Local Spot 10% 6200-B E. PCH 562-498-0400
Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery 10% 1 Pine Avenue 562-308-2255
Asian Chef 10% 3553 ½ Atlantic Avenue 562-424-4284 Baja Sonora 10% 2940 Clark Ave. 562-421-5120 Buono’s Pizzeria 10% 401 West Willow Street 562-595-6138 Chartroom CSULB 10% 6049 East Seventh Street 562-985-4090 Chick-fil-A – Long Beach Towne Center 20% 7681 Carson Boulevard 562-425-4232
George’s Greek Café 10% 135 Pine Avenue 562-437-1184
Michael’s on Naples Ristorante 10% 5620 East 2nd Street 562-439-7080
Gladstones 10% 330 South Pine Avenue 562-432-8588
Naples Rib Co. 10% 5800 East Second Street 562-439-7427
The Grill Restaurant and Bar (The Westin LB) 10% 333 East Ocean Avenue 562-436-3000
Nugget Grill & Pub CSULB Campus 10% 6049 East Seventh Street 562-985-4133
Hokkaido Seafood Buffet 10% 3030 Cherry Avenue 562-989-1898
Original Park Pantry Restaurant 10% 2104 East Broadway 562-434-0451
Islands Restaurant 20% 55 South Pine Avenue Corrigan’s Tex-Mex Kitchen & Sports Bar (LB Marriott) 10% 562-436-6590 4700 Airport Plaza Drive Jersey Mike’s 15% 1 World Trade Center, #110 562-425-5210 562-491-1800 District Wine 10% 144 Linden Ave., 562-612-0411 Johnny Rockets 15% 245 Pine Avenue Eggs, Etc. 10% 562-983-1332 550 Redondo Ave. 562-433-9588
Outback Steakhouse 10% 20 W. Shoreline Drive 562-435-0002 Panorama Grill (Holiday Inn Long Beach) 10% 2640 North Lakewood Bl. 562-498-5454 Parkers’ Lighthouse 10% 435 Shoreline Village Drive 562-432-6500
Ruby’s Diner 10% 6405 E. Pacific Coast Hwy. 562-596-1914 Sgt. Pepper’s Dueling Pianos 25% 91 South Pine Ave. 562-499-4600 Stefano’s Pizza & Pasta 10% 429C Shoreline Village Dr. 562-437-2880 The Sky Room 10% 40 South Locust Avenue 562-983-2703
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Long Beach Memorial Medical Center/ Miller
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Long Beach Register n Microsoft
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Tavern on 2 10% 5110 East Second Street 562-856-4000
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Seaside Printing Company, Inc.
Tides Restaurant (Hyatt Regency Long Beach) 15% 200 South Pine Avenue 562-624-6020
that have committed to support the LBACC through
Tilted Kilt Long Beach 10% 6575 E. PCH. 562-795-0163
member of the Chairman’s Circle, please contact
The Chairman’s Circle is a special group of members
sponsorships at various financial levels and at special events. If your company would like to become a
Randy Gordon, President/CEO, at (562) 436-6723 or email rwgordon@lbchamber.com for details.
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Q&A with Chamber Board Member Phil Jones Your Advocate would like to give you an inside glimpse of some of the board members who serve with The Chamber. Chamber President & CEO Randy Gordon interviewed Board Member Phil Jones. Where were you born and raised? I was born in Lodi, California and moved to Fort Worth when I was 12. One year later I returned to California and the Sacramento area where I attended high school. Where did you go to college and why did you choose that university? I attended UC Davis where I played basketball.
Co-keynote sponsors Jim Zehmer, General Manager at TABC, Inc./Toyota (left), Ruth Canlobo, Finance & Accounting, Business Planning at DENSO Products and Services Americas, Inc. (right) with keynote speaker CSULB President Dr. Jane Close Conoley
become actively involved with Fisher House in Long Beach. My wife is a member of the Steel Magnolias which support the Stramski Center at the Miller Children’s Hospital. Why did you join The Chamber board and what do you enjoy the most about being a member? I joined the board when I was asked by Chamber leadership. I’m inspired being with successful entrepreneurs and business leaders.
I feel a strong commitment to Fisher House and have enjoyed my involvement with them. As a veteran, it is a natural fit.
You are Partner/Broker for Coldwell Banker Coastal Alliance Realty. How long have you worked at this career? What are some of your job duties? I have been a Realtor for 46 years. My Dad got me into the business at birth. I am the CEO of our firm and I also serve as a director of our local, state and national associations of realtors. What do you like best or least about your job? I enjoy the relationships we have with our associates. We are blessed with an outstanding group of true professionals. The most difficult part is dealing with unrealistic expectations at a variety of levels. Other than The Chamber board of directors, what non-profit boards do you serve on? I formerly served on the Easter Seal Society BOD in Sacramento and chaired the 24 Hour Relay here in LA. I’ve recently
Tell us about one of your favorite non-profit organizations and why you are involved. I feel a strong commitment to Fisher House and have enjoyed my involvement with them. As a veteran, it is a natural fit and we have created a company program where each of our associates makes a contribution from each closing. Our firm and an anonymous third party then each match the donation before sending it to Fisher House who then matches that contribution. What are your hobbies? What do you like to do for fun? I play quite a bit of tennis and golf occasionally. My wife is our ‘director of fun,’ she keeps us busy. Tell us about your family. Jeannie and I have 5 children and a 20-month-old grandson. Our kids’ ages range from 23-44, 3 young women and, of course, 2 sons.
Long Beach Young Professionals Come Together
President Conoley gave a keynote address to Chamber membership and Long Beach area businesses and organizations.
120 strong in membership, the Long Beach Young Professionals is a program by the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. Professionals between the ages of 21 and 40 come together to learn what it takes to be the future business leaders in the Long Beach area. LBYP is a group of innovative, fun and committed professionals that interact through various Chamber events and networking opportunities. If you have any questions, please contact Catherine Armstrong at carmstrong@ lbchamber.com or (562) 590-9234.
Chamber Chairman of the Board Diana Hendel (left) and Chamber President/CEO Randy Gordon (right) present President Conoley (center) with a token of appreciation for her keynote speech.
Photo by Long Beach Business Journal
(L-R) Bruce DD Mac Rae, Vice President & State Government Affairs at UPS, President Conoley and Richard Shiozaki, Senior Vice President at DENSO Products & Services Americas, Inc.
Sign up online at www.saveatofficedepot.com/longbeach A crowd of more than 200 was in attendance to hear the new President of CSULB at one of the Chamber’s California Visionary Leaders luncheons.
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Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce PAC Endorsements for November 4 Election The Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce PAC has endorsed the following candidates for the November 4th General Election.
Ashley Swearengin for State Controller www.ashleyforca.com
“I’m extremely honored to have the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce PAC’s support,” said Ashley Swearengin. “It means so much to have business groups outside of my own City of Fresno recognize the good work we’ve done and offer their support and confidence in my ideas to help improve the State’s economy,” continued Swearengin. “By reforming Fresno’s economic and development codes, Ashley Swearengin has worked hard, and smart, at improving the business climate in her City, and the latest economic data proves she’s been very effective,” said Randy Gordon, President/CEO of the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. “We need that type of leadership at the state level, fighting for jobs creators throughout California. We’re proud to support her,” continued Gordon.
Janet Nguyen for State Senate, 34th District www.janet2014.com
“I am honored to have the endorsement of the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce PAC,” said Supervisor Nguyen. “This will send a strong message to the legislators in Sacramento that our region is tired of jobs fleeing our state for friendlier business climates. I look forward to working with our local business leaders to bring our jobs back for good,” continued Nguyen. “Our relationship with Janet goes back a long way,” stated Randy Gordon, President/CEO of the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. “We have a long history working together in advocating for Long Beach area small businesses which are the backbone of our job sector. We are looking
forward to continuing our cooperation with a State Senator that knows how to create real and sustainable job growth,” continued Gordon. California’s 34th State Senate District encompasses various parts of Los Angeles County and Orange County. The city of Long Beach represents approximately 13% of the district with that portion being most of east Long Beach.
Jim McDonnell for Los Angeles County Sheriff www.mcdonnellforlacountysheriff.com
“Having safe communities is a crucial component to creating businesses that can grow and thrive and ensuring a stable workforce. I’m honored that the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce PAC has placed their confidence in me and I thank the organization for their endorsement. I look forward to working together to increase public safety across the County,” stated Jim McDonnell. “We are proud to endorse Chief Jim McDonnell for Los Angeles County Sheriff. His record speaks for itself and we know Los Angeles County will be getting one of the top cops in our state once elected,” stated LaDonna DiCamillo, Chairman of the LBACC PAC. “Chief McDonnell will bring effectiveness and professionalism to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s office and restore confidence throughout the county,” she continued.
Myth: Ex-Im is a vehicle for corporate welfare. Fact: Far from being a handout to corporations, Ex-Im turns a profit for the American taxpayer. In fiscal years 2012 and 2013, Ex-Im returned $1.1 billion to the U.S. Treasury after covering all its expenses. Export assistance did not cost the American taxpayer one cent. Since 1990, Ex-Im has returned to the Treasury $7 billion more than it has received in appropriations for program and administrative costs.
Myth: Ex-Im only helps big business. Fact: Since 2009, the number of small-business authorizations has accounted for 86 percent or more of Ex-Im’s total authorizations. In FY 2013, the Bank approved a record-high 3,413 small business authorizations—almost 90% of the total number of Ex-Im authorizations. These small business trans action figures do not include the tens of thousands of small and medium-sized businesses that supply goods and services to large exporters.
Myth: Ex-Im competes unfairly with private financial institutions. Fact: Ex-Im covers critical gaps in financing for U.S. exports to developing countries where commercial-bank financing is unavailable or insufficient. Ex-Im also acted to fill the void when the availability of private-sector trade finance fell by 40% during the 2008-2009 financial crisis. In the aircraft sector, a new 2011 multilateral agreement doubled the fees for export credit financing, thereby addressing the concern that some export credit financing was below market rates.
Myth: Ex-Im lending puts the taxpayer at risk. Fact: Borrowers have defaulted on less than 2% of all loans backed by Ex-Im since its inception in 1934, a default rate
Present at the joint council mixer at the Hotel Maya were (L-R) Green Business Council (GBC) President Clay Sandidge, Women’s Business Council (WBC) President Ena Alcaraz, and International Business Association (IBA) President Sheneui Weber.
The Long Beach Young Professionals Board of Directors with the October Networking Breakfast speakers Dee Dee Boykin of Ford Motor Company (center) and Nick Worthington of Worthington Ford Long Beach (third from right).
About the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce PAC The Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (PAC) is responsible for funding candidates and issues that seek to improve the economic vitality of the Long Beach business community. The PAC also recruits and trains potential candidates for office. All funding is raised separately from Long Beach Chamber membership dues. The PAC uses its direct contributions from donors to help fund candidate and issue campaigns.
The Chamber Supports Global Competition in Exporting with Export-Import Bank The Chamber has been a longtime supporter of the reauthorization of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im). What does that mean to the Long Beach business community? For starters, absent the Ex-Im, it would immedi ately put businesses in Long Beach which export goods at a competitive disadvantage with their competitors overseas in countries that have a similar program. Recently, Ex-Im was extended to June 2015. A more permanent solution is needed so exporters may rely on a program that will exist and be stable in order to continue to grow our local economy. The Chamber supports finding a permanent solution to the reauthorization. Below is an excerpt of “Myths & Facts: The Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im)” as presented by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
Signature Events
Young Professionals (L-R) Jason Robins, Cheryl Sutherland, and Dan Deleon at the bimonthly LBYP networking breakfast at the Long Beach Yacht Club.
lower than commercial banks. The bank’s default rate for fiscal year 2013 was 0.25% (one-quarter of one percent). Ex-Im loans and guarantees present very low risks because they are backed by the collateral of real goods for which a buyer has already been found and a price has been agreed. As a result, Ex-Im poses none of the risks to taxpayers that, for instance, government-sponsored enterprises in the housing sector ultimately did.
Myth: Nothing bad would happen if Ex-Im disappeared. Fact: Failure to reauthorize Ex-Im would amount to unilateral disarmament in the face of other nations’ aggressive trade finance programs. For example, Germany and France extended roughly two and a half times as much export financing— measured as a share of GDP—as Ex-Im did in 2012; China and India provided almost three times and Korea ten times as much as Ex-Im. Failure to reauthorize Ex-Im will put billions of dollars in U.S. exports and tens of thousands of American jobs at risk.
The Shaun Lumachi Memorial Golf Classic Title Sponsor Josh Owen, President of Ability/Tri-Modal Transportation Services, Inc. (right) and Randy Gordon, Chamber President/CEO.
Myth: Ex-Im is irrelevant to America’s jobs agenda Fact: In FY 2013, Ex-Im supported the purchase of $37.4 billion worth of exports that created or sustained approximately 205,000 U.S. jobs.
Myth: Ex-Im is controversial and unpopular. Fact: Ex-Im enjoys incredibly broad support in the U.S. business community, including from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the National Association of Manufacturers, and the Business Roundtable. It also has received broad support from both Democrats and Republicans in Congress. Contact your local Congressional delegations today and urge them to find and support a permanent solution to the Ex-Im. Congressmember Alan Lowenthal, 47th District District Office 100 West Broadway, West Tower, Suite 600 Long Beach, CA 90802 Tel: (562) 436-3828 Social Media facebook.com/RepLowenthal twitter.com/RepLowenthal
Congressmember Janice Hahn, 44th District District Office 140 West 6th Street San Pedro, CA 90731 Phone: (310) 831-1799 Social Media facebook.com/RepJaniceHahn twitter.com/Rep_JaniceHahn
1st place tournament champions Coldwell Banker, Coastal Alliance Realty team (left to right) Mark Wanwaring, Phil Jones and Mike Krantz.
(Left to right) Rosa Gonzalez, recipient of the 2014 Shaun Lumachi Memorial Scholarship with Deb and Ron Lumachi, the parents of the late Shaun Lumachi. Over the past 3 years, $25,000 in scholarship funds have been awarded to Long Beach City College students transferring to CSULB.
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Welcome New Members 1st American Liquor License Specialists Carlos Gutierrez (310) 413-9803 Consultants - Government Relations
AM Trucking Solutions Mayra Veras 562-314-8961
We are pleased to welcome our newest investors in The Chamber who joined during the months of August, September and October.
Century 21 Action! Ken Olson (562) 810-1557 century21action.com/keno Real Estate
Commonwealth Consulting, LLC Matt Leighty (LBYP) (310) 963-6782
Consultants - Management
Arete Health Mario San Bartolome (888) 552-7383
commonwealthconsultingllc.com Consultants - Government Relations
B&B Pipe and Tool Company Scott Howes (562) 424-0704
creamistry.com Restaurants
Medical Clinics
bbpipe.com Oil Products/Marketing
Balboa Financial Michael Montoya (LBYP) (949) 427-2658 BalboaFinancial.com
California MENTOR Adult Family Home Agency Jennifer Gonzalez (562) 424-0066 x2523 mentorswanted.com Home Care (Non-Medical)
Creamistry Belmont Shore Nagla Ameerally (949) 245-9087 CW Industries Branden Wildvank (562) 432-5421 cwindustries.us Oil Products/Marketing
DN Signs Sean Blake (562) 715-4523
dnsigns.com Signs & Banners
Energy Tubulars, Inc. Craig Braly (562) 342-2850
energytubulars.com Distributors
First Team Real Estate Susan Henry (562) 346-5254 firstteam.com Real Estate
Grand Circle Travel Joan Thornton (209) 606-0958
Insperity Inc. Darwin Hoef (LBYP) (949) 608-6828
insperity.com/darwin.vandehoef Human Resources - Consulting & Staffing
Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que Towne Center Javier Torres (562) 938-7427 lucillesbbq.com Restaurants
gct.com Travel
INTI Realty Gia Silva (562) 572-4978
Hof’s Hut Restaurant and Bakery Bellflower Blvd. Guadalupe Gonzalez (562) 597-5811
intirealty.com Real Estate
It’s About Blooming Time Angie Rueda 562-248-6644
mutatemedia.com Advertising Agencies
Hof’s Hut Restaurant and Bakery Long Beach Blvd. Jaime Gutierrez (562) 424-0390
Jensen Accounting Inc. Lillian Jensen (562) 230-4351
PizzaRev.com Restaurants
Hofman Hospitality Group Craig Hofman hofmangroup.com Inchcape Shipping Services Albert Maestro (562) 435-6964
Logonet Promotion Craig Ross 310-608-2000
pollyspies.com Restaurants
hofshut.com Restaurants
hofshut.com Restaurants
ISS-Shipping.com Ship Services
Insperity - Corporate Office Nate Olsen (281) 312-2752
blooming-time.com Florists & Gifts
jensenaccounting.biz Tax Services and Advice
logonetpromotionusa.com Promotional Products
Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que - Marina Mike Allen (562) 434-7427 lucillesbbq.com Restaurants
Mutate Media Digital Advertising Brokerage LaTonya Higgins (323) 667-8878 PizzaRev Nicole Dulay (805) 418-5209 Polly’s Pies - Atlantic Polly’s Pies - Los Coyotes Danna Guzman (562) 235-5764
Progressive Payroll Inc. Vincent Pinnone (562) 936-1999
Save Local Now Kevin Flynn (440) 708-8304
savelocalnow.com Advertising
Smart & Final Sara Canada (562) 429-0500 smartandfinal.com Grocery Stores & Markets
St. Nick’s Nicholas Adams (LBYP) (562) 438-0017 st-nicks.com Event Planning, Production & Materials
The Federal Bar Jeff Osborn (562) 435-5059
thefederalbar.com Restaurant and Bar
Titan Technology Consulting, LLC Jessica Allen 323-855-7821
progressivepayroll.com Accounting
titansoftech.net Computer Consulting & Support
Regency Oaks Post Acute Care Center Calvin Warren (562) 498-3368
Wells House of California, Inc. Josie Jones (562) 491-1958
regencyoaksrehab.com Health Care Facilities
wellshouseofcalifornia.com Health Care Services
The Long Beach Young Professionals at 120 members strong, is a program by the Long Beach Area Chambers a program by the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce for professionals between the ages of 21 and 40 to come together to learn what it takes to be the future business leaders in the Long Beach area. This group is fun, innovative and committed, interacting through LBYP and Chamber events and networking opportunities. For more information please contact Catherine Armstrong, VP of Membership Development at carmstrong@lbchamber.com (562) 590-9234. Ability/Tri-Modal Transportation Services, Inc. Elizabeth Gaston (310) 522-5506 x146
Trucking/Warehousing/Distributors
ADP–Long Beach Rodney Bowles (562) 340-4418 Accounting
AES–Alamitos Generating Station Clarissa R. Cordova (562) 493-7340 Independent Power Producer
Alvarado Consulting Inc. Ed Alvarado (213) 359-5444
Business Development & Consulting
American Golf Corp. So. CA Beaches Office Dori Stroll (562) 494-5000 x233 Golf Course/ Center
American Golf Corporation– Lakewood Country Club Natalie Sauer (562) 421-0550 x2 Golf Course/ Center
American Golf Corporation– Lakewood Country Club Katelyn Hartsfield (562) 421-0550 x22 Golf Course/ Center
Anderson Real Estate Group Torey Carrick (310) 567-7452 Real Estate
Aramark Refreshments Ryan Reott (310) 635-5000
Coffee Service–Coffee, Water, Safety
Avanade C’Mone Byrd (330) 283-1902 IT Services
Balboa Financial Michael Montoya (949) 427-2658 Real Estate
Barth Calderon Attorneys Brian Chou (714) 704-4828
Attorney–Corporate/Real Estate Transactions & Defense
Baypoint Insurance and Financial Services, LLC Bijan Noori* (562) 216-7846
Insurance and Financial Services
Beach Eyecare Optometry Dr. Tieng Tan O.D. (562) 596-3838 Health Care Services
California Cartage Company, LLC Melissa K. Curry (310) 233-7110 CalPacific Brian Savala (858) 349-0535
Guardian Ken Heang (909) 610-2500 x2487
CDR Benefits Sean Seal (562) 216-7800
Investment Advisors
Chase Bank–Belmont Shore Cory Peters (562) 987-1304
Investment Advisors
Chase Bank–Belmont Shore Bradlee K Wing (562) 434-3090
Investment Advisors
Chick-fil-A at the Long Beach Towne Center John Howard (562) 310-1808 Res-
Investment Advisors
Coldwell Banker Commercial BLAIR WESTMAC–Brian Russell Dan Deleon (562) 495-6070
HLS Loans Irvin Lopez (714) 464-8044
Real Estate
Insurance and Financial Services
Banks
Banks
taurants
Real Estate–Commercial
Commonwealth Consulting, LLC Matt Leighty (310) 963-6782 Consultants–Government Relations
Creative Productions Erin Suarez (562) 985-1363 x1025 Marketing
DayDreamCinema, LLC Jessica Maslin (626) 466-9040
Video Production/ DVD Authoring
DesignFluxx, LLC Scott N. Perkins (562) 485-6162 Web Design & Development
DeVry University Long Beach Jon Paul Hernandez Schools–Industrial/Technical/Trade Schools–Universities & Colleges
Digital Media Wave Denise Walker (310) 745-2649 Web Design & Development
Disabled Resources Center, Inc. Alice Bruns (562) 427-1000 Non-Profit Organizations
Edwards Lifesciences Carlos Paret (949) 250-3708 El Dorado Park Golf Course Morgan Caban (562) 795-7751 x229
BGI Worldwide Logistics Daniel Roberts
Golf Course/ Center
Boeing Company–Douglas Park Mitra Novin (562) 230-9017
Restaurants
Aerospace
First Bank and Trust Edwin Yi (562) 663-6500
Boy Scouts of America, Long Beach Area Council Marc Bonner (562) 427-0911 x 280
Banks
Fitzpatrick and Prince Tom Schick* (562) 714-7589
Youth Organizations & Centers
Real Estate
Bryson Financial Group Logan Ross (562) 805-9298
Fox Rothschild LLP Carlos Becerra* (310) 598-4171 Goldman Lancaster, Inc. Michael Martin (562) 432-0234
Freight Forwarding
Insurance
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Brandon Yamamoto* (562) 437-2434
Elephant Garden Kaye Thongdy (562) 513-3015
Financial Services & Advisors
Financial Planning
Halbert Hargrove David Koch (800) 435-3505 Halbert Hargrove Nick Strain (562) 435-5657 Halbert Hargrove James Ahn (800) 435-3505 x210 Halbert Hargrove Kelli Kiemle 5624355657 x245 Halbert Hargrove Brian Spinelli (800) 435-3505 Investment Advisors
Financial Services & Advisors
Holthouse Carlin & Van Trigt LLP Alex Ferguson (562) 216-5517 Accountants–Certified Public
Holthouse Carlin & Van Trigt LLP Alejandra Lopez (562) 590-9535 Accountants–Certified Public
Hotel Maya & Fuego Restaurant Alexis Amato* (562) 481-3893 Hotels/Motels
INCO Commercial Peter Pappageorge (562) 296-1326 Real Estate–Commercial/ Industrial
Insperity Inc. Darwin Vande Hoef (949) 608-6828
Human Resources–Consulting & Staffing
Keen Home Care Megan Hanks (562) 438-5336 Home Care (Non-Medical) Home Health Care Services– Adults Only
Krieger & Krieger Law Offices Patrick Gangitano (562) 901-2500 Attorney–Employment Law Attorneys/Law Firms
Kusar Court Reporters & Legal Services, Inc. Garrett Matthew Estorga (562) 437-8485 Court Reporting / Legal Services
Kusar Court Reporters & Legal Services, Inc. Nico Johnson (800) 282-3376 Court Reporting / Legal Services
LB Convention & Entertainment Center Kit Gutierrez (562) 499-7536 Convention & Entertainment Services
LB Memorial Medical Center Erika Jewell (562) 933-0045 Hospitals–Major Medical Centers
LB Memorial Medical Center Jeannine Meyer (562) 728-1258 Hospitals–Major Medical Centers
LB Memorial Medical Center Gina Erdman (562) 933-9077 Hospitals–Major Medical Centers
LB Memorial Medical Center Nick Arce (562) 933-1625 Hospitals–Major Medical Centers
LB Memorial Medical Center Bronwyn Stackleather (562) 933-8979
International City Bank Alexander J. Rodriguez (562) 436-9800 Banks Int’l Trade Education Programs Gabriela S. Perez (310) 562-9505
Hospitals–Major Medical Centers
Int’l Trade Education Programs Carmen Tovar (562) 299-7304
Hospitals–Major Medical Centers
ISU Insurance Services– The Olson Duncan Agency James C. Kinmartin (310) 373-6441 x227 Insurance J.P. Morgan Robert Arvizu* Banks Jarvis, Krieger and Sullivan Michele Collender* (562) 597-7070 x234 Attorneys/Law Firms JLM Staffing Solutions Jayson Mercurius (866) 240-8607 x103 Business Services JLOOP Lauren Daniels (562) 283-6198
Hospitals–Major Medical Centers
JLOOP Greg Stratford (562) 283-6194
Entertainment / Schools–Universities & Colleges / Sports
Non-Profit Organizations
Non-Profit Organizations
Technology
Technology
Restaurants
LB Memorial Medical Center Emily Burritt (562) 933-8173 Hospitals–Major Medical Centers
LB Memorial Medical Center Robert Segovia (562) 494-0885 LB Memorial Medical Center Loara Cadavona (562) 480-1978 LB Memorial Medical Center Foundation April Barnes (562) 756-6453 Hospitals–Community
LB Ronald McDonald House Jennifer Moore (562) 285-4300
Community Service Organizations / NonProfit Organizations
Long Beach State Athletics Dedan Brozino (562) 985-7441
Entertainment / Schools–Universities & Colleges / Sports
Long Beach State Athletics Sara Cerulle (562) 985-5910
Long Beach State Athletics Kyle Shawgo
Entertainment / Schools–Universities & Colleges / Sports
Residence Inn by Marriott Long Beach Downtown Elizabeth Bastos (562) 896-0831 Hotels/Motels
Management Plus Enterprises Sean Bafan (310) 906-3805
Signal Hill Petroleum Inc. Ashley Schaffer (562) 326-5258
Management Plus Enterprises Parker Christian* (714) 300-9113
Signal Hill Petroleum Inc. Stefanie Gillett* (562) 326-5235
Management Plus Enterprises– El Segundo Jeff Pace (310) 906-3800
Small Wonders Julia A Kadish (562) 495-7876
Marketing
Marketing
Marketing
Marcus & Millichap Ryan Rayburn (562) 257-1261 Real Estate
Oil Production–Real Estate Dev.
Oil Production–Real Estate Dev.
Event Planning, Production & Materials
South Coast Therapy, Inc. Sasha C. Schick (562) 303-8113 Health Care Services
Marshall & Stevens Daniel Harper (213) 233-1525
Southern Wine and Spirits Christopher Armstrong (562) 926-2000
Michel & Associates Hannah G. Elisha (562) 508-1825
Sprint Steven Escobedo (714) 300-4385
Moffatt & Nichol Anthony Maggio 562-426-9551 x25277 Engineering– Design Moto-Ninja Marketing, LLC Scott Barbret Advertising NetImpact Global Marketing Services LLC Rosemary Bach 562-297-0124
St. Nick’s Nicholas Adams (562) 438-0017
Newmark Grubb Knight Frank (NGKF) Mark Sokolowski (310) 491-2075 Nohco Real Estate Brian Noh (213) 804-7647
Team Penny Wise Real Estate Susan Wyant (562) 716-6633
Oasis Outsourcing (HR and Backoffice Services) John E. Yeargin (310) 625-2928
The Heritage Foundation Allison Nicholas (202) 608-6185 The Petrie Group of Wells Fargo Advisors Ryan Gordon (562) 799-2183
Consultant
Legal Services
Marketing
Real Estate–Commercial
Human Resources–Consulting & Staffing
Omnibeat Nate Trimmer (562) 394-7090 Social Media
Onisko & Scholz, LLP Certified Public Accountants Lauren Osborne (562) 420-3100 x216 Accountants–Certified Public
P2S Engineering, Inc. Jesse Urquidi
Engineering–Mechanical & Electrical
Paylocity Inc. Anna Evans (562) 522-3409 Business Services
Pear Strategies Henry Rogers (562) 726-4580 RE/MAX Estate Properties– Erik Hayhurst Erik Hayhurst (714) 519-1499 Real Estate
Republic Services, Inc. Travon Grant (562) 254-6686 Waste Collection & Recycling
Wine & Spirits–Retail
Telecommunications
Event Planning, Production & Materials
State Farm–Ena Alcaraz Agency Manuel Navarro (562) 324-8621 Insurance and Financial Services
Stretch Synergy Erika Crespo (909) 262-5480 Social Media
Real Estate
TGIS Catering Services Adrienne Newell (562) 492-9555 Catering & Banquets/Food Service
Financial Services & Advisors
Thunder Communications Tom Henkenius (562) 335-3838 Video Production/ DVD Authoring
Titan Technology Consulting, LLC Mrs. Jessica Allen 323-855-7821 Computer Consulting & Support
TLG Marketing Evan Lamont (562) 537-6936 Consultants–Marketing
Tober Mei Creative Leigh Ann Pena (562) 900-3552 Consultants–Marketing
UBS Financial Services, Inc. Lindsay Mais (562) 495-5556 Financial Services & Advisors
US Bank–Irvine Michael Lutfi (949) 562-0436 Banks
Walmart–Public Affairs & Government Relations Javier Angulo Retail–Discount
*LBYP Board Members
Nonprofit Event Master Calendar NOVEMBER 8 St. Mary Medical Center Foundation 33rd Annual Gala Auction & Dinner (562) 491-7981 10 Long Beach State Athletics Golf Classic (562) 985-4662 13 Boys and Girls Club of Long Beach Youth of the Year Dinner (562) 595-5945 14 LBACC 8th Annual State of the County Address (562) 432-7830 22 Long Beach Symphony Orchestra POPS! Bond and Beyond (562) 436-3203 DECEMBER 8 LBACC Joint Business Council Mixer (562) 436-1251 8 17th Annual Long Beach Symphony Golf Classic (562) 436-3203, ext. 224
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We are pleased to feature a calendar listing major fund raising events for our nonprofit members in the greater Long Beach area. If you would like to promote a nonprofit event and help prevent scheduling conflicts, contact Samantha Cardenas at scardenas@lbchamber.com or (562) 432-7830 10 Long Beach Rescue Mission 1st Annual Fundraising Gala (562) 260-5601 JANUARY 2015 23 LBACC Trade and Transportation Luncheon (562) 432-8128 31 Memorial Medical Center Foundation 7th Annual Dancing For Our Stars (562) 933-1955 FEBRUARY 2 Boys and Girls Club of Long Beach Fore the Kids Golf Tournament (562) 595-5945 14 Long Beach Symphony Orchestra POPS! Ode to Ella and Gershwin (562) 436-3203 27 LBACC Living Ethics Every Day 28 Boys and Girls Club of Long Beach Gala (562) 595-5945
MARCH 28 Long Beach Symphony Orchestra POPS! Rhythms of the Night (562) 436-3203 APRIL 11 20th Annual Catalina Island Conservancy Ball (310) 510-1445 13 Grand Prix Foundation Charity Golf Tournament (562) 490-4509 17 Grand Prix Foundation Charity Gala (562) 490-4509 17-19 Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach 18 YMCA 47th Annual Good Friday Breakfast (562) 279-1625 23 LBACC City National Bank Entrepreneur of the Year Luncheon (562) 432-7830
MAY 2 Long Beach State Athletics Jewels of the Night (562) 985-7441 9 Long Beach Symphony Orchestra POPS! A Classics Pops Hit Parade (562) 436-3203 9 Westerly School Annual Dinner and Auction (562) 981-3151 JUNE 18 LBACC Annual Gala (562) 432-7830 SEPTEMBER 19 ICT Encore (562) 436-4610 24 LBACC Shaun Lumachi Memorial Golf Classic (562) 432-7830
Providing Networking Opportunities
Chamber Members Making News The Members Making News section is an opportunity for you to share exciting or noteworthy news and to connect with your Chamber community. Whether your business is big or small, we’d like to hear from you. Just send your 75-word statement along with a photo or company logo to Dorothy Wineman at dororothywineman@me.com. Long Beach Community Foundation Announces New President and CEO The Long Beach Community Foundation (LBCF) has selected Marcelle Epley, former Chief Administrative Officer and Senior Vice President of the Long Beach Transit, as new President and CEO, to guide the organization into its next stage of development. “I am eager to demonstrate my passion and enthusiasm for the Long Beach community in this new role,” Epley said. Epley has both an undergraduate degree and Masters of Business Administration from California State University, Long Beach. She replaces retiring President Jim Worsham, who will continue on as advisor during the transition period. Worsham founded LBCF in 1996, and under his leadership it grew to manage more than $23 million in philanthropic assets. During 2013, LBCF facilitated more than $1.1 million in grants, primarily focused on improving the Long Beach community.
Linda J. Rahn Joins St. Mary Medical Center Foundation Team Linda J. Rahn, CFRE will return to St. Mary Medical Center Foundation as Director of Gift Planning. She has proven success at developing and securing philanthropic investment in the hospital and will continue to develop a base of support for the future at St. Mary Medical Center. Linda and her husband, Allan never really left the St. Mary Medical Center family; they maintained their membership in the Foundation 21 Society and have been key Gala Auction volunteers. “Linda is well known for her focus and ability to meet and exceed goals,” said Drew Gagner, president of St. Mary Medical Center Foundation. “We welcome her back with open arms.”
Parkers’ Lighthouse New GM David Maskello Recently celebrating 14 years with Select Restaurants, Inc., David attributes his longevity and the success of Parkers’ Lighthouse and the Queensview Steakhouse to the strength of the restaurants’ organization and the company’s commitment to truly caring about how people are treated. David has continued to nurture this philosophy with his entire management team to help to make Parkers’ Lighthouse and the Queensview Steakhouse the two award-winning icons in the City of Long Beach, since 1983.
BLAST’s New Executive Director, Nancy L. Connor Long Beach BLAST (Better Learning for All Students Today) welcomes Nancy L. Connor, CSW, MPA as new Executive Director. With more than 20 years of experience in the field of human services, Connor brings to BLAST her expertise in organizational management and fundraising. “I am thrilled to be joining the team at BLAST, as we continue to empower at-risk students with academic mentoring and life skills to reach their full potential,” said Connor. Connor has launched numerous successful programs in the field of domestic violence and sexual assault, and as a national speaker she has a diverse background in social-emotional learning. She currently serves on the board of directors of the national organization, End Violence Against Women. She is also an active volunteer at Miller Children’s Hospital and the American Red Cross in Long Beach.
SCAN Health Plan Appoints New Chief Financial Officer SCAN Health Plan has appointed Vinod Mohan as the company’s new chief financial officer, who brings more than 20 years experience as lead financial officer and chief financial officer supporting largescale government programs. “This is a very challenging time for all Medicare Advantage plans,” said SCAN CEO Chris Wing. “We are confident Mohan will help us achieve our business goals in ways that help us better serve our members and support our mission.” “Our goal is to be best in class in caring for seniors and others on Medicare, and that requires firm financial footing and sound financial stewardship. I look forward to being part of adding value to the SCAN brand and making that happen,” said Mohan.
555 East Steakhouse Welcomes New General Manager Dede Commans Dede Commans is now the General Manager at 555 East Steakhouse in Long Beach. Previously the General Manger at the Water Grill in Los Angeles, part of the King’s Seafood Signature Group, Commans has been recognized within hospitality industry for her work over the past 20 years. 555 has been one of the most talked about prime steakhouses in Southern California for more than a decade. The menu is focused on superior prime beef, and the classic-yet-comfortable ambience is enhanced by an awardwinning wine list.
LB Nonprofit Partnership Hires Linda Alexander as New Executive Director Linda Alexander has begun her tenure as Executive Director of Long Beach Nonprofit Partnership. Over the past twenty years, she has served in leadership roles in both the public and nonprofit sectors, working collaboratively locally and statewide. In her new role at The Partnership, she brings an expertise in strategic planning, program development, consulting, and change management, along with a proven track record in successfully moving organizations forward. She is delighted to be able to take The Partnership to the next level and make a positive impact for the community that she loves and calls home.
Hilda Sanchez Named Chair of DLBA Hilda Sanchez has been named Chair of the Downtown Long Beach Associates for the 20142015 term (October to September). Ms Sanchez is the President of Minuteman Press of Long Beach and a long time member of the Chamber. She also serves on the board of The Tippers Club and is a former board member of Assistance League of Long Beach. She lives in Long Beach with her husband, Dave Rigby.
YMCA of Greater Long Beach Announces New Executive Director of Los Altos Family YMCA The Los Altos Family Board of Managers and the YMCA of Greater Long Beach are pleased to announce the selection of Brandi Collato as the new Executive Director of the Los Altos Family YMCA. With more than seven years of successful management experience at the Copley Family YMCA in San Diego County, Brandi has been directly responsible for increases in membership revenue, retention and satisfaction, a comprehensive membership marketing plan and program growth. She has been involved in board development, and led a successful $22 million dollar capital expansion project. Brandi attended the University of San Diego on a full Division I basketball scholarship where she graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Buisness Administration and Master Degree in Counseling.
Valero Donates $ 220,000 to Harbor Area Organizations Benefiting Children Hundreds of Harbor area children and their families will benefit from the success of the 12th Annual 2014 Valero Texas Open Golf Classic and Children’s Benefit, one of the oldest and most prestigious tournaments on the PGA TOUR. Locally, Valero officials announced that in October they will distribute $220,000 of the tournament proceeds to benefit 16 Harbor area children’s organizations which include, the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Los Angeles Harbor, Wilmington YMCA, Gang Alternatives Program (GAP), International Trade Education Programs (ITEP), Long Beach Boys and Girls Clubs, Toberman San Pedro Neighborhood Center, Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, Millers Children’s Hospital and Ronald McDonald House LB.
Mayor Garcia Announces Appointments
Windes Recognized for Seven Years in a Row For Best Places to Work in Los Angeles
A couple of chamber members have been tapped to fill vacancies on the city’s citizen commissions: Planning Commission: Andy Perez – Union Pacific Railroad Public Affairs Bureau, Director of Port Affairs for Long Beach, Los Angeles, Oakland and San Francisco. A graduate of Cal State Dominguez Hills, Perez has served on the Boards of Directors for Long Beach Boys and Girls Clubs and the Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and was a member of the Mayor’s Transition Team. Long Beach Transportation Company Board of Directors: Nancy Pfeffer – Founder and President of Network Public Affairs, an environmental and transportation consulting firm. She has served for 7 years as Director of Regional Planning for the Gateway Cities Council of Governments, and is a board member of Pacific Gateway Workforce Investment Network and City Fabrick. Pfeffer holds a Master’s in Public Policy from USC.
Windes, a leading southern California accounting and consulting firm with 88 years in business, is an award recipient of the Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work in Los Angeles” for 2014. Windes participated in this competition by submitting information about the firm and by employee responses to a confidential online survey administered by Best Companies Group. Windes falls into the medium-sized category (50 to 249 employees), where a field of contestants was reduced to a smaller group of awardees based upon a review of all information submitted. “Our firm works very hard to support and provide a work environment that helps optimize the team’s well-being and productivity,” says John Di Carlo, managing partner of Windes. “I am very pleased with the results of the employee survey, as it follows our ranking as one of the best places to work in Orange County.”
In Memorium Howard Abrams Howard Abrams passed away Sept. 4, 2014, at the age of 72. He was hospitalized on Aug. 15 for what turned out to be West Nile Virus, becoming the first Long Beach resident to succumb to the disease. Howard served on the Chamber Board of Directors from 2001-2004 through Ford West. He continued to be part of the Chamber under Prudential California Realty, and was a regular at all of our events, especially Good Morning Long Beach and our mixers. Howard served for more than 10 years with the California Conference for Equality and Justice (CCEJ, dedicating countless hours, generous donations and many funny jokes. For those of us lucky enough to have known and worked with him—there will be a void impossible to fill.
Dick Jacobson Former president and patriarch of Jacobsen Pilot Service died Aug. 22 at the age of 82. During his tenure, Jacobsen was responsible for guiding thousands of vessels into the Port of Long Beach. He ushered in safety-enhancing technology that is now the industry standard, and expanded radar technology with fiber optics and microwave for remote radars. Known for his strong work ethic and love of family, Jacobson was born in San Pedro on Nov. 26, 1931 to Norwegian immigrants, who started the family business in 1924. After graduating from the California Maritime Academy in 1952, Jacobsen served in the U.S. Navy, where he became a lieutenant. He worked on merchant ships after leaving the Navy and later came home to work as a port pilot for his father at the family business.
John Bloeser Beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend died peacefully surrounded by his family on Sept. 8, 2014. Born and raised in Los Angeles, he graduated from Dorsey High School in 1957. John served in the US Airforce before attending and graduating from Long Beach State. His bond with Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity continued throughout his life. He and his college sweetheart, Paula McEachran, were married for 48 years. John and his brother Jerry operated The John Bloeser Carpet Company together for 50 years, and in 1977, opened and ran The Fish Tale restaurant. At the time of its recent closing it was the oldest seafood restaurant in Long Beach. John was an inspiring role model, known and appreciated for his mentoring and leadership throughout his career.
George Pabst Jr Prominent Long Beach Broker George Pabst died Aug. 26, 2014. Only child of George and Geneva Richardson Pabst, both WWII veterans, George was born in Indiana, but grew up in Sherman Oaks. He earned a BA in business from USC in 1968, then worked at the university while completing a master’s degree in education. During that time George bought small houses in Long Beach, San Pedro and Downey, fixed them up evenings and weekends, and sold them. In 1979 he met his future business partner and wife, Kristie Kinney, and they founded Pabst, Kinney & Associates which has thrived for 33 years. Three of his four children are actively engaged in the family business. George lived a full and vigorous life, enjoying golf, racquetball, USC football and swimming in Los Alamitos Bay.
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State of The County November 14, 2014
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