The Chamber - Advocate Newsletter (Winter 2012) by Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce

An award-winning quarterly publication of the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce

Winter 2012

Remembering Two Long Beach Leaders as Exceptional Men By Randy Gordon The Long Beach Chamber and the entire community recently lost two great leaders, Byron Schweigert, past chairman of the Chamber and former CEO of Long Beach Memorial Medical Center and Shaun Lumachi, former vice president of governmental affairs for the Chamber, long time public policy consultant and co-founder of the Long Beach Post. Both of these men made lasting impacts on our region and will be sorely missed. Byron Schweigert Byron passed away on November 30, 2011 after a year-long battle with pancreatic cancer. He enjoyed a very fulfilling 35-year career at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center beginning in 1970 in the pharmacy department and then ultimately serving as chief executive. Byron’s final position before retirement in 2010 was as CEO of Anaheim Regional Medical Center. Byron led the Chamber as chairman of the board during 2006-2007 and he was, quite frankly, the nicest gentleman I have ever known. In between his positions as CEO of both Long Beach Memorial and Anaheim Regional Medical Center, he worked for the corporate office of MemorialCare Health System in Fountain Valley. This new position at the corporate office allowed him greater flexibility and additional time to devote to our Chamber and he was very dedicated to our advocacy work that year. It was during Byron’s tenure as chairman of the board that I was offered a new job away from Long Beach. Byron was responsible for putting together a three-year contract that enticed me to stay in my current position. I decided to stay put and much of the reason was because of Byron and the fact that I enjoyed working with him so much. He was a good friend with a wonderful positive attitude, a charming and warm man who was loved by so many and was always a joy to be around. I have had the distinct pleasure to have worked with 30 board chairs over my Chamber career and they have all had their special talents. But I consider it a privilege to have worked with Byron. He was a dedicated professional, respected leader, and a compassionate gentleman whose kind spirit made a a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. I will miss him dearly. Here is what a few community leaders had to say about Byron:

“Like many other pharmacy residents and students who trained at Long Beach Memorial, Byron was the first mentor in my professional career and he continued to offer his unique wisdom, guidance and encouragement to me for more than 20 years. I am so grateful to have known and learned from a wonderful human being whose immutable dedication to compassionate, servant leadership was a role model for so many of us.” —Diana Hendel, CEO of Long Beach Memorial Medical Center and Miller Children’s Hospital

“Byron was a truly gifted servant leader and a very kind man who reminded us all of our own responsibilities to humanity. It’s a great personal and shared loss for us all.” —Former Chamber Chair Lou Anne Bynum

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“Shaun was a great friend of the LBUSD and was always there when we needed a helping hand and served on the Long Beach Education Foundation Board, helping us build bridges with the business community.” —Long Beach Unified School District Superintendent Chris Steinhauser

Byron Schweigert

Shaun Lumachi

“I had the opportunity to work with Byron as a member of the treatment team when he was a pharmacist and I was an attending physician, and as a member of his Executive Administrative Team when he was CEO and I was serving as his Chief Medical Officer. In every situation, Byron exhibited an uncommon degree of humility while fiercely advocating for patients. It was an honor for me to serve with him, and I cherish those memories.”

I recall fondly when I first interviewed him, he looked me straight in the eye and said, “If you hire me, I will reach out and shake the hand of every Chamber member and stakeholder in the community.” What he went on to tell me was that he would accomplish most of it electronically—via email, through the reach of multiple websites, and now texting and tweeting. His foresight for social media was far ahead of the curve and certainly before anyone else in my circle of associates. He built and created the Long Beach Chamber’s advocacy website, www.longbeach advocacy.biz which became the first separate advocacy-only website in the country. That site received several national and statewide recognitions and awards. Shaun’s fearless efforts toward our public policy work landed us the California Chamber’s Advocacy Partner of the Year for four consecutive years as the best Governmental Affairs Chamber in the State. Additionally, his work behind the scenes helped garner four Small Business Advocates of the Year awards from the California Chamber for our volunteers. Shaun also had this uncanny ability to get along so well with local and state elected officials and their staff members even though we might be taking them on in our famous, aggressive way for their voting records. He was the key person behind our Political Action Committee endorsement process, making sure it was fair and equitable. And regardless of whom we may or may not have endorsed, he maintained a great relationship with all of them. Shaun was the best hire I have ever made in my 30-year Chamber career! He was the heart and soul of our public policy team and he will be greatly missed. Shaun was very well-liked with all of our staff and he and I became close friends. I thought of him like a son. He made a huge impact on our organization and added so much value in the almost ten years he worked for us. Everybody close to the Chamber will know that something very important is missing. The outpouring of love and support to the family, to our staff, and friends of Shaun has been just incredible showing of the kind of stunning impact Shaun made and how many lives he touched. Hundreds of friends posted messages about how they felt about Shaun. Here is just a sample of the many:

—Gainer Pillsbury, Chief Medical Officer, Long Beach Memorial Medical Center

“Byron was one of the most considerate, kindest, effective and courageous leaders I’ve ever worked with. He exhibited all of these at one time or another, and often, at the same time. He showed the same graciousness and respect to all people. He set a standard for leadership by example and from the heart.” —Former Chamber Chair Mike Murray

“Byron was a gentlemen’s gentleman, an inspirational leader, and a friend to everyone.We will miss him and his wonderful gift of making everyone feel special.” —Former Chamber Chair Lori Lofstrom The Schweigert family has requested for anyone wanting to remember Byron that donations be made to “The Todd Cancer Center” at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center, 2801 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90806. Shaun Lumachi Four days after we lost Byron, on Dec. 3, 2011, Shaun Lumachi tragically died in an auto accident in Florida while representing the city of Long Beach as the Chairman of Pacific Gateway Workforce Investment Board. He was there to attend a conference with board member Larry Rice and City of Long Beach employee Erick Serrato. Both Rice and Serrato survived with minor bruises and scratches although Rice broke his hand. Shaun was the publisher of the Long Beach Post, a local innovator, brilliant businessman and avid community leader. He was only 33 years old. I hired Shaun in June 2002 and from that first interview I knew this 23-year old was going to be special. Never did I dream that he would become such a respected community leader and an incredible force in Long Beach at such an early age. He was our Chamber’s vice president of governmental affairs for almost three years before he went out on his own to start a consulting group called Chamber Advocacy. Juggling as many as 15 clients at a time, he assisted Chambers all over the State with their public policy issues. He also co-founded the Long Beach Post in 2007.

3 New Laws Affecting Your Business

“It was a pleasure just to know Shaun. He blended a seriousness of purpose and maturity of spirit with a wonderful sense of amusement over the follies of politics.When I recommended Shaun to a chamber in need of his counsel, I was always 100 percent sure that he would deliver and never lead them astray.” —Mick Fleming, President/CEO of American Chamber of Commerce Executives

4 Critical Stages of the Job Interview Process

“As relationship building was one of Shaun’s gifts, he is the one who brought me into a relationship with the Chamber of Commerce. And from that I have received so much—friends, colleagues—a bigger place to think, work and develop. Shaun was a human thread that has connected so many of us.” —Joanne Davis, current Chair of the Long Beach Chamber

“From the moment I called Randy Gordon and told him I had a perfect candidate for the Long Beach Chamber’s government affairs position, I knew Shaun Lumachi was special. He had the intelligence, passion and charisma to REALLY make a difference.And he definitely DID just that, not only for the Long Beach chamber, but the chamber industry and frankly, everyone who knew him.” —Dave Kilby, Senior Vice President, CA Chamber and President of Western Association of Chamber Executives

“The City of Long Beach has lost a valued member of the City’s family, and a loved and respected leader to our community.” —Mayor Bob Foster

“Shaun was a great friend and loyal supporter. He was a young man devoted to Long Beach, deeply involved in many local organizations. He believed in the importance of active civil participation as evident by his hard work and commitment to the Long Beach Post and keeping the community informed and engaged.” —L.A. County Supervisor Don Knabe

“Shaun had the wisdom of an 80 year old and the energy, creativity and enthusiasm of a 20 year old… I always enjoyed our ‘out of the box’ discussions. You were one of the most creative people I ever met, and a joy to be with. I miss you already.” —City Councilmember Gary DeLong

“Shaun was an innovator who leaves an incredible legacy in education, business, philanthropy and media. He was awesome and the best at what he did.” —City Councilmember Robert Garcia Shaun’s friends and supporters have come together to form The Shaun Lumachi Memorial Fund. If you would like to contribute, please make checks payable to the “Shaun Lumachi Memorial Fund” and mail to P.O. Box 32475, Long Beach, CA 90832. Byron and Shaun were remarkable men who loved Long Beach. They loved what they did and they did it to make Long Beach a better place. We can all say Long Beach is better because of them and we can be grateful for their contributions—both personally and professionally—to our community. They’ve left an elegant and powerful imprint on our lives.

5 How Your Legislators Voted in 2011

Board of Directors

Chairman’s Message

Leadership Cabinet

Mentoring, Redistricting, Planning Efforts See Progress

Chairman of the Board

Joanne Davis Principal, Davis Consulting Group Immediate Past Chairman

Jim Eaton Founder & CEO, Kingdom Partner Solutions, LLC Chairman-Elect & Vice Chair of Economic Development

Jerry Miller

by Joanne Davis Principal, Davis Consulting Group

IMC Municipal/INCO Co Chief Financial Officer

Pei Pei Wang Windes & McClaughry Vice Chair of Public Policy

LaDonna DiCamillo BNSF Railway Vice Chair of Membership Services

John Howard Chick-fil-A Vice Chair of Community Development

Jan Maize Maize Group At Large

Audrianne Adams-Lee HR NETwork At Large

Cindy Allen zETA Advertising At Large

Kristi Allen Hotel Maya At Large

Kent Peterson P2S Engineering At Large

David Thornburg SA Recycling President & CEO

Randy Gordon Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce

Brian Arthur

Ken Houp

Turner Construction Company

UHS Insurance Agency

Mike Bafan

Paramount Petroleum

TABC, Inc./Toyota

Tom Berg JetBlue Airways

Bill Bettison Enterprise Rent A Car

Becky Blair Blair Commercial Real Estate

Phil Bond Beach Business Bank

Martin Burke DENSO Sales CA, Inc.

Greg Burnight Newell, Curtis, Nelson & Burnight LLP

David Cameron

Ed Juno

Hawden

Chris Lytle

Charter Communications

Mike McCarthy Moffatt & Nichol

Walter Neil BP America

Eloy Oakley Long Beach City College

Josh Owen Andy Perez

AES Alamitos LLC

Union Pacific Railroad

Bob Ciesla

Ron Piazza

Boeing

McDonald’s

Ivonna Edkins

Aaron Rios

DeVry University

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

Steve Faichney

Debra Russell

Valero

Signal Hill Petroleum

Drew Gagner

Bill Shumard

St. Mary Medical Foundation

Special Olympics Southern California

Robert Garey

Michael Solt

Cushman & Wakefield of CA, Inc.

CSULB-College of Business Administration

Southern California Edison

Diana Hendel Long Beach Memorial Medical Center/Miller Children’s Hospital

Randal Hernandez Union Bank

Ed Herro Farmers & Merchants Bank

Members Reveal Positive Returns on Their Investment

Sandra Magaña

Tony Chavez

Ben Harvey

David Stanton

“I recently traveled “The Supervisor always "I thoroughly enjoyed the “I really enjoyed attending the Chamber’s Good Afternoon to the French Riviera as delivers a speech with subChamber’s California Long Beach Luncheon with part of the Chamber’s trade stance and humor. And the Visionaries Luncheon mission and it was a Chamber always delivers Series with Lt. Governor City Auditor Laura Doud for many reasons.” highlight of my life.” with a well-organized event.” Gavin Newsom.” Linda Todoroff Studebaker Self Storage Member since 1997

John Zahn Omnibeat Member since 2011

I thoroughly enjoyed the Chamber’s I really enjoyed attending the California Visionaries Luncheon Chamber’s Good Afternoon Series with Lt. Governor Gavin Long Beach Luncheon with City Newsom. His presentation on the Auditor Laura Doud for many reasons. current challenges California faces in Her department is working diligently combating the high unemployment to make sure that the citizens of rate was outstanding. His proactive Long Beach have positive and capable approach to establishing partnerships people looking out for where tax outside of the State with the goal of dollars are being spent. Forbidden City bringing more investment and jobs was an outstanding location, and I was the cornerstone of his speech; enjoyed networking with fellow and a definitive call to action. Chamber members.

Randy Gordon Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce

Joseph Prevratil Archstone Foundation Member since 1993

I recently traveled to the beautiful French Riviera as part of the Chamber’s trade mission and it was a highlight of my life. I was incredibly impressed with my journey overseas, from the tour guides, to the accommodations, and the travel arrangements. The French people were so warm and friendly, the food and wine was excellent and there’s just not enough I can say about this fantastic place to visit.

I attended the fifth annual State of the County Address put on by the Long Beach Chamber. I found Supervisor Don Knabe’s talk to be both realistic and upbeat on the State of the County. He always delivers a speech with substance and humor. And the Chamber always delivers with a well-organized event. Congratulations to the Chamber staff team.

APT Water

Mike Thielman

Samantha Cardenas (562) 432-7830

Charter Communications

Marianne Venieris CSULB-Center for International Trade and Transportation

Nick Worthington

Executive Assistant to President/CEO

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Chamber Staff: Randy Gordon . . . . . . (562) 436-6723 President/CEO

Judy Nelson . . . . . . . . (562) 432-8128 Vice President, Business Councils Joel Perler . . . . . . . . . . (562) 590-9234 Vice President, Membership Ajmaa Purevee . . . . . (562) 437-8823 Controller

We also faced the possibility that the County Supervisorial districts would be changed, resulting in the reconfiguration of the 4th Supervisorial District currently represented by Don Knabe. Randy was very active in speaking out against any changes that would cause the city of Long Beach to be split into other districts. Randy’s efforts were key to the outcome—no change in the 4th! So as Supervisor Knabe has announced that he will seek re-election next year we are very pleased that he continues to represent Long Beach and we will continue to support him. Economic development continues to be an issue we work on under the guidance of ChairElect Jerry Miller. Several key stakeholders have been working together and developed a “white

Port of Long Beach

Ability/Tri-Modal Transportation Services

Gazette Newspapers

“In Long Beach, we have a new Congressional district and reconfigured State Senate and Assembly districts.”

paper” that serves as our outline. Jerry has secured the assistance of experts in the economic development field that are advising us on a probono basis. We were also very pleased that the city has appointed Carl Morgan as an Economic Development officer in City Hall. Carl has been attending the Red Team meetings and his input and participation are certainly welcomed. While these are highlights of the past six months there is so much more: • The Green Business Council hosted a seminar highlighting the opportunities and challenges facing the ever growing green business sector; • The Chamber held the most successful “State of the County” Luncheon with 1,200 business and community leaders throughout the region gathering to hear Supervisor Don Knabe’s report on county activities; • The annual “Candidate Academy” was attended by eight individuals who may be interested in running for public office; • The Chamber actively supported the passage of the Downtown Long Beach Associates “Downtown Plan,” an environmental impact report which updates city zoning policies in the downtown area. These zoning changes could result in the addition of 5,000 new residential units, 1.5 million square feet of new office, civic and cultural use buildings, 384,000 square feet of new retail, 96,000 square feet of restaurants and 800 hotel rooms. • Representatives of the Chamber attended public meetings and spoke at City Council in support of the “SCIG” project being proposed by BNSF Railway to build new on-dock rail facilities in the Port of Los Angeles. Much has been accomplished but there is much more to do! As our friend Shaun Lumachi would say—what’s next?

Marty Kurner

City National Bank

Simon Grieve

It is difficult to believe that we are halfway through the Chamber’s 2011-2012 year—halfway through my term as Chairman! Reflecting on the past six months I am amazed not only how quickly this time has passed but also at how much has been accomplished. When I addressed Chamber members and guests at the June gala I outlined initiatives which I hoped the Chamber could prioritize this year: establishing a mentor program to introduce student leaders to the work that the Chamber does in the community; participating in the statewide redistricting process to be aware of the opportunities to elect pro-business legislators in reconfigured districts; and, the construction of an economic development plan to guide the future of our city. Working with Long Beach resident Damon Dunn, LBUSD, Long Beach City College and California State University Long Beach, the “Future Business Leaders Academy” was formed. As part of the program, members of the Board were asked to “adopt” a student, meet with him or her and invite that student to participate in select Chamber events. Through heroic and very impressive efforts of Damon and our other partners, the Academy was created, students were identified and enrolled, attended three classes on subsequent Saturdays at LBCC and made a commitment to attend college or a university upon graduation.

There were 23 students in the inaugural Future Business Leaders Academy and 23 members of the Board signed up to support them. The Chamber also participated in the redistricting process. Both Randy Gordon and I attended presentations on the new legislative and Congressional districts. After the new districts were approved by the Redistricting Commission we analyzed them to determine the opportunities to elect pro-business candidates. In Long Beach, we have a new Congressional district and reconfigured State Senate and Assembly districts. As we look forward to a primary election in June, we will evaluate the candidates and work to support and promote our “business friendly” positions to them.

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Members wishing to submit articles, press releases, or member news items for upcoming issues of Long Beach Chamber of Commerce’s Your Advocate, please fax to (562) 436-7099, attn: Jackie Kuhl, or e-mail jackie.kuhl@gmail.com. Circulation: Your Advocate is mailed directly to more than 1500 Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce members, elected officials and community leaders. 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 Economic 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 n

California Chamber of Commerce’s “Advocacy Partner of the Year” for 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006

“Political Partner of the Year” for 2008

“President’s Award” for 2009, 2010, 2011

Creating a Strong Local Economy President’s Message

Get Informed: New Laws Affecting Your Business Disability Leave (PDL) up to a maximum of four months in a 12-month period. Willful Misclassification of Independent Contractors

by Randy Gordon

SB 459 provides new penalties of between $5,000 to $25,000 for the “willful misclassification” of independent contractors.

President and CEO

AB 1396 requires employers who have commission pay arrangements to put those agreements into a signed written contract. Notice of Pay Details

Safe Lifting—Hospitals

AB 469 requires employers to provide nonexempt employees, at the time of hire, a notice of Pay Details that specifies things such as: the rate of pay and the basis, allowances, the regular pay day designated by the employer, the name of the employer, the physical address and telephone of the employer’s main office, etc.

AB 1136 provides that general acute care hospitals must maintain a safe patient handling policy for patient care units, including trained lift teams or training in safe lifting techniques for staff.

Organ & Bone Marrow Donor Leave

SB 272 clarifies California’s implementation of organ and bone marrow donor leave law. E-Verify

“For the first time in years, California employers have witnessed significant changes to employment laws.”

AB 1236 allows employers to continue to choose to use E-Verify, but prohibits California state agencies and local governments from passing mandates that require employers to use E-Verify. Interference with Rights Under Leave Laws

That’s why we feel it is important to keep our members educated and informed of new laws that have the potential of affecting your company’s day-to-day operations and polices and impacting the bottom line. The following partial list is a summary of new laws that have recently gone into effect. Let’s take a look at some of the things California employers can and cannot do in 2012:

AB 592 adds language to the California Family Rights Act (CFRA) and the Pregnancy Disability Leave law (PDL) that makes it unlawful to interfere with or in any way restrain the exercise of rights under these laws. Administrative Penalties

AB 240 allows an employee that alleges a minimum wage violation to recover liquidated damages pursuant to any complaint brought before the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE).

Credit Check

AB 22 prohibits employers and prospective employers, not including certain financial institutions, from obtaining and using consumer credit reports (credit information) about applicants or employees.

Wage Penalties

AB 551 increases the maximum penalty from $50 to $200 per calendar day for each worker paid less than the determined prevailing wage and increases the minimum penalty from $10 to $40 per day for violations of prevailing wage obligations.

Pregnancy Disability Leave

SB 299 requires all employers with five or more employees to continue to maintain and pay for health coverage under a group health plan for an eligible female employee who takes Pregnancy

State Contracts—Gender or Sexual Orientation Discrimination

SB 117 outlaws the state of California from entering into contracts of more than $100,000 with companies that discriminate against the employees on the basis of gender or sexual orientation with regard to benefits.

Written Commission Agreement

Online privacy, handgun open-carry, LGBT rights, child abuse, social media, identity theft, criminal records, Internet sales tax, and human trafficking and slavery are all in the mix of California’s new 2012 laws. But what’s got the business community buzzing is employment law. For the first time in years, California employers have witnessed significant changes to employment laws and will face new obligations. These laws govern employee credit reports, pay notices, employee gender identity, pregnancy leave, independent contractors and commissioned employees. Failure to adhere to these statutes could expose California employers to significant penalties.

employers that operate in multiple states from discriminating against same-sex couples by not providing the same insurance coverage for domestic partners as they do for spouses.

Insurance Non-Discrimination Act

Workers’Compensation Legislation

AB 335 requires the workers’ compensation administrative director (AD) to work with the Commission on Health and Safety and Workers’ Compensation (CHSWC) to develop regulations regarding notices to injured workers. AB 378 lowers workers’ compensation costs by establishing guidelines for dispensing compound drugs, the circumstances under which those drugs would be covered and the reimbursement amount. AB 397 addresses the underground economy problem by singling out contractors that do not have workers’ compensation coverage. AB 1168 lowers costs for employers and insurers by establishing a fee schedule for vocational experts’ services. AB 1426 streamlines the workers’ comp process and eliminates duplicative bureaucracy and inconsistency by eliminating the court administrator position. In addition to the new laws stated above, by January 31, 2012, most private-sector employers must begin displaying an 11”x17” poster that provides information to their employees about unionizing and their right to strike. Don’t get stuck paying unnecessary fines. Educate yourself on these new laws and feel free to contact the Chamber with any questions. The entire list of new laws taking effect can be viewed at www.calchamber.com/ newlaws2012.

SB 757 closes an existing loophole and prevents

Upcoming Special Events State of the Port Thursday, January 19, 2012 Please join us for the International Business Association’s annual “State of the Port Address” on January 19 at the Hyatt Regency Long Beach from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The Port’s new Executive Director, J. Christopher Lytle, will give us an inside look at the past year at the Port of Long Beach and talk about the year ahead as the Port moves forward with major infrastructure projects, including the Gerald Desmond Bridge replacement and Middle Harbor redevelopment projects. Lytle was named to the Port’s top management position in November by the Board of Harbor Commissioners, to succeed Richard D. Steinke. Lytle is a shipping industry veteran who served as the Port’s Deputy Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer from 2008 to 2011. He joined the Port in September 2006 as one of four Managing Directors. Before joining the Port, Lytle served as Vice President of West Coast Operations for the French-based shipping line CMA CGM. Special thanks to the Title Sponsor Moffatt & Nichol. For tickets contact Judy Nelson at (562) 432-8128 or jnelson@lbchamber.com.

Leading the Ethical Organization Seminar Featuring Pat Haden Thursday, March 29, 2011 The Chamber, in partnership with the Ukleja Center for Ethical Leadership at CSULB, presents “Leading the Ethical Organization” on March 29 from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Hyatt Regency Long Beach. Designed for small-tomedium sized business owners and their employees, this affordable half-day seminar will feature Pat Haden, the Director of Athletics at his alma mater, the University of Southern California, where he administers 19 athletic programs with over 600 student athletes. Pat also serves on the faculty of the Annenberg School of Communications and Marshall School of Business at USC. Pat was quarterback for the USC football team from 1972-1974, and went on to play professional football for seven seasons, including six with the L.A. Rams. Throughout his life, Pat has demonstrated a clear commitment to ethical standards. The Ukleja Center for Ethical Leadership will present its 2012 John Wooden Ethics in Leadership Award to Pat Haden at this event. For more info contact Samantha Cardenas at (562) 432-7830 or scardenas@lbchamber.com.

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Chairman’s Circle Diamond n Port of Long Beach n Wal-Mart Stores, Inc./Sams Club Platinum n BNSF Railway Company n City National Bank n Long Beach City College n Long Beach Memorial Medical Center/Miller Children’s Hospital n Moffatt & Nichol n Press-Telegram n TABC, Inc./Toyota n Verizon Gold n BP America, Inc. n Farmers & Merchants Bank n Hilton Long Beach n Hyatt Regency Long Beach n Keesal, Young & Logan n Long Beach Business Journal n P2S Engineering, Inc. n SA Recycling n St. Mary Medical Center n Universal Healthcare Solutions Insurance Agency n Valero Silver n Ability/Tri-Modal Transportation Services, Inc. n AES Alamitos LLC n California State University, Long Beach n Catalina Express n Charter Communications n Community Hospital of Long Beach n Davis Group n DENSO Sales California, Inc. n DeVry University/Keller Graduate School of Management n Epson America, Inc. n Hotel Maya n Holthouse, Carlin & Van Trigt, LLP n INCO Company/ IMC Municipal Consulting n JetBlue Airways n Long Beach Airport n Long Beach Business Journal n Marriott/ Renaissance Properties n OXY Long Beach, Inc./ THUMS/Tidelands Oil n Republic Services, Inc. n Southern California Edison n The Boeing Company n Turner Construction n Union Pacific Railroad n The Westin Long Beach n Windes & McClaughry Accountancy Corporation n Yellow Book Bronze n Aquarium of the Pacific n Beach Business Bank n DirecTV—California Broadcast Center n Ensemble Investments, LLC n ETA Advertising n Guzman & Gray, Certified Public Accountants n HR NETwork, Inc. n Jobing.com n Kingdom Partner Solutions, LLC n Mitsubishi Cement n Paramount Petroleum/ALON USA n Parkers Lighthouse n SAVOR n Seaside Printing n Signal Hill Petroleum n SMG—Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center n Tesoro n Union Bank The “Chairmans Circle” is a special group of members that have committed to support the LBACC through sponsorships at various financial levels and at special events. If your company would like to become a member of the Chairman’s Circle, please contact Randy Gordon, President/CEO, at (562) 436-6723 for details.

Join the Chamber Trade Missions to: Tours open to members, non-members and friends. Contact Leanna Rodgers, Trade Development Consultant at travel@lbchamber.com • (562) 436-1254 • Only $550 to secure your spot. Sign up online today: www.lbchamber.com. • Ask about our Chamber Travel Layaway Plan • All tours include round-trip air, hotels, meals, tours, taxes/surcharges VIP Access to All Chamber Tours: visit lbchamber.com/tours

French Riviera April 11 - 18, 2012 $2,999

Danube Riverboat Cruise April 12 - 20, 2012 $3,099

Cuba May 15 - 23, 2012 $3,799

Oktoberfest (Germany/Austria) Sept. 25 - Oct. 3, 2012 $2,799

Signature Events Photos by Carlos Delgado and CaughtintheMoment.com

The Three Critically Important Stages of the Job Interview Process by Brad Pollak President and Founder Brad Pollak Company

California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom was the featured speaker at the Chamber’s Visionary Leaders Luncheon Series. Over 400 business and community leaders attended.

Chamber Chair Joanne Davis (L) and Chamber President and CEO Randy Gordon (R) present a gift of appreciation to Lt. Gov. Newsom for his participation in the continuing speaker series featuring State and national leaders.

When you are interviewing for a job, how good are you at telling your own story? How confident are you in your ability to describe how you add value to an organization? Or, to put it another way, how good are you at marketing yourself? Are you clear in your own mind about your career goals? Are you effective at delivering an “elevator pitch” that succinctly describes your skill sets and the type of work you are seeking? These are the questions you need to ask yourself before you interview for a job. Most candidates lose sight of the fact that a job interview is something they can control, rather than be at the mercy of their interviewers. But in order to have this kind of confidence and truly market themselves effectively, candidates need to understand that there are three critically important stages in the job interview process: preparation, the interview, and follow-up. 1. Preparation In order to shine during your interview, you have to do your homework. If you’ve done your research and if you’ve practiced out loud beforehand (yes, out loud!), you’ll achieve the level of confidence you are seeking. Preparation includes learning as much as you can about the company, along with analyzing the job description and forcing yourself to describe out loud how and why you are qualified to meet each of the responsibilities listed. Preparation also includes anticipating what you will be asked and then practicing your answers out loud. The questions will be based primarily on the contents of your resume (which you wrote) and on the job descrip-

tion, which you will have already read and analyzed. Additionally, preparation includes thinking of questions you would like to ask and being prepared to give 2-3 examples of challenges you have faced in the past. 2. The Interview This then leads to the actual interview, during which you must constantly keep in mind that you are conducting a 2-way conversation in which you are an active participant. You are being judged not only on your proven skill sets (your core competencies), but also on how well you carry yourself. The interviewer will want to visualize as best as possible how well you will fit in to the culture of the company and on the perceived value you will bring to the organization.

“Most candidates lose sight of the fact that a job interview is something they can control, rather than be at the mercy of their interviewers.” 3. Follow-Up Finally, one of the most overlooked steps in the interview process is the art of following up by writing a thank you letter or sending an email to your interviewer(s). By following up, you will immediately separate yourself from many of the competing candidates and you will give your future employers an even closer look at the type of person that you are. Prepare for your interview, engage during your interview, and always follow up after your interview. By being proactively aware of these three stages, you will give yourself the edge you deserve. For more information about how to market yourself or how to write a marketing plan for your business, contact Brad at (562) 795-6121 or visit www.bradpollak.com.

ChildNet: A Continuum of Care for Kids Long Beach Unified School District Superintendent Chris Steinhauser spoke at the Chamber’s Good Afternoon Long Beach luncheon held at Parkers’ Lighthouse.

Long Beach City Auditor Laura Doud shared her thoughts with Chamber members at Forbidden City Restaurant during a Good Afternoon Long Beach luncheon presentation.

by Kathy Hughes President and CEO ChildNet

Happy New Year! It is with great excitement that we begin yet another year providing needed services to children in our community. Based in Long Beach, ChildNet Youth and Family Services, Inc. is a private, nonprofit, 501 (c)(3) organization that offers innovative programs to at-risk youth and families. For over forty years, ChildNet has been recognized for our care and treatment of abused, neglected and abandoned children. We provide an array of services based on a “Continuum of Care” which includes; Mental Health, Foster Care, Adoptions, Special Education and Family Support. After successfully leading ChidNet for over 27 years, our former President/CEO Robert Di Stefano retired from the position— and passed the baton to me last April. What an honor! As I celebrate my 25th year with the organization, I feel privileged to now serve as the new President/CEO and love working with so many people who dedicate their lives each day to helping those in need. ChildNet employs nearly 250 professional staff members and is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of prominent leaders within our local community. For example, ChildNet’s current Board Chairman, Don Trojan was born in Long Beach and graduated from CSULB in 1985. He joined the accounting firm of Windes & McClaughry and then later formed Barrad and Trojan

Accountancy where he had enjoyed an excellent partnership for 19 years. In 2009, the partnership was dissolved and Trojan and Company was formed, and has been enjoying substantial growth. Don and his wife Jan have raised two children, Mandy and Nicholas, and are active members of our community. Since 1995, Don has been a valued member of the ChildNet Board and now looks forward to serving as the 2011-2012 Board Chairman. ChildNet is fortunate to have such dedicated board members who faithfully serve our organization—together we have touched the lives of nearly 6,000 children and families this year! I want to take this opportunity to offer a heart-felt thank you to the Women’s Business Council for supporting ChildNet at the recent “Giving Back” Holiday Luncheon. What a wonderful event!

“Together we have touched the lives of nearly 6,000 children and families this year.” It was an honor to be recognized along with the Long Beach Rescue Mission and Long Beach Police Foundation. Thank you to all of the wonderful luncheon attendees who brought an unwrapped toy for ChildNet’s foster children. Your generosity put a smile on many young faces this past holiday season. For more information about ChildNet, see our website at www.childnet.net or contact Brett Lewis, Community Outreach Coordinator at (562) 490-7667.

Community Rallies to Save Middle School Sports (L to R) Nick Worthington from Worthington Ford, Chick-fil-A’s John Howard, and Cindy Allen from ETA Advertising address participants of the Future Business Leaders Academy during one of three workshops designed to teach high school seniors what it’s like to run a business.

The Future Business Leaders Academy is a partnership with the Long Beach Education Foundation, Long Beach City College and community leaders. Students gather with former NFL player and community leader Damon Dunn (kneeling in front), after a workshop.

In March 2011, the Long Beach Unified School District Board of Education reluctantly cut all Middle School Sports due to state cuts in public education. Middle school students and their parents sent heartfelt pleas to the Superintendent, Board of Education members, and the Long Beach Education Foundation. A “Save LBUSD Middle School Sports!” campaign began in April and, in just a few weeks, with the help of Long Beach First Lady Nancy Foster and other civic and business leaders, the community rallied to save the program through several special events. More than $190,000 in donations preserved middle school sports for this school year. Yet with the state’s ongoing, multi-billion cuts to public education, this program is in jeopardy again for next year. LBUSD Middle School Sports can no longer be sustained without the assistance of private funding. This long-cherished program provides these kids with healthful physical activity and lifelong lessons about comradery and sportsmanship. Eight sports are offered at each of the Long Beach Unified School District’s 26 middle and K-8 schools. The Middle School Sports budget funds LBUSD-qualified coaches, certified sports officials, bus transportation and awards. Here are the numbers:

Middle School Sports Statistics • Number of middle & K-8 schools that compete: 26 • Middle school sports: Boys and Girls Basketball, Soccer, and Track & Field, Boys Flag Football, Girls Volleyball • Number of students participating: Over 3,000 • Approximate cost per student: $125.00 • Number of coaches: 208 • Certified officials and referees: 2 per game /684 games • Number of buses per week to transport student athletes: 12

“LBUSD Middle School Sports can no longer be sustained without the assistance of private funding.” The Long Beach Education Foundation is hosting a fundraising luncheon on Wednesday, February 8, 2012, at Keesal, Young & Logan at 11:30am with NFL Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott as the special guest. Table sponsorships are $1,500, VIP tickets are $250, general admission tickets for the luncheon are $50. For more info or to R.S.V.P, contact Pacific Fundraising Group at (916) 452-7619.

Representing the Interest of Business with Government

How Your Local Legislators Voted in 2011 The Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce announces its lobbied during the 2011 legislative year for our legislators to area legislator’s vote record on the most important state issues oppose 14 legislative proposals and support 15 legislative propostracked by the Long Beach Chamber in 2011. als. To reach the “Percentage FOR pro-jobs legislation,” the Long “This was another important legislative year for the Long Beach Beach Chamber tallied the number of times our legislator’s final business community as the Chamber took positions on important votes were with the chamber’s position on each proposal and pieces of legislation such as job creation and reducing burdensome divided that total by the total number of proposals in which each regulations on our business community,” stated Randy Gordon, legislator voted. A legislative proposal is not figured into the vote President and CEO of the Long Beach Area Chamber of record percentage if a legislator, for whatever reason, did not vote Commerce. “We held or if the proposal failed our state legislative repbefore the legislator had 2011 Summary of Votes resentatives accountan opportunity to vote. FOR AGAINST % FOR Positions on Pro-Jobs Legislation able once again this The Governor’s final State Senator Roderick D. Wright 9 3 75% year by communicating decision on whether or Governor Jerry Brown 7 3 70% our position to each of not the legislative proAssembly Member Bonnie Lowenthal 10 6 63% them and encouraging posal becomes law is Assembly Member Warren T. Furutani 10 9 53% them to support proalso included. Assembly Member Isadore Hall, III 9 8 53% jobs legislation,” conFor more infortinued Gordon. mation, log on to State Senator Member Ted Lieu 9 9 50% The Long Beach Area www.longbeachadvoState Senator Alan Lowenthal 7 7 50% Chamber of Commerce cacy.biz.

2011 State of the County Luncheon Photos by Ambrose

(Pictured L to R): Long Beach Chamber Chair Joanne Davis, Supervisor Don Knabe, and Chamber President & CEO Randy Gordon.

2011 Vote Record (In Depth) Chamber

State Senator Ted Lieu

ISSUE

State Senator Alan Lowenthal

State Senator Rod Wright

Assembly Member Warren T. Furutani

Assemby Member Isadore Hall

Assemby Member Bonnie Lowenthal

Governor Jerry Brown

N/A

SUPPORT

N/A

SUPPORT

OPPOSE

SUPPORT

SIGNED

OPPOSE

SUPPORT

SIGNED

N/A

SUPPORT

VETOED

N/A

SUPPORT

N/A

SUPPORT

OPPOSE

SUPPORT

N/A

SUPPORT

N/A

NO VOTE

OPPOSE

SUPPORT

N/A

AB 10 (Alejo - D) Minimum Wage: Annual Adjustment N/A

OPPOSE

Gaddi Vasquez (left), Southern California Edison’s vice president for public affairs presents remarks on behalf of SCE’s keynote sponsorship of the luncheon. Supervisor Knabe (right) delivers his fifth annual State of the County Address on December 8, 2011 at the Long Beach Convention Center.

AB 22 (Mendoza - D) Employment: Credit Reports OPPOSE

SUPPORT

AB 75 (Hill - D) Documents: Notaries Public: Solicitations SUPPORT

SUPPORT

AB 77 (Gorell - R) Governmental Reorganization: Tax Functions N/A

SUPPORT

N/A

AB 83 (Jeffries - R) Environment: CEQA Exemption: Recycled Water Pipeline N/A

SUPPORT

N/A

AB 135 (Hagman - R) State Air Resources Board: Membership SUPPORT

SUPPORT

NO VOTE

AB 153 (Skinner - D) Board of Equalization: Administration: Retailer N/A

SUPPORT

N/A

AB 318 (Skinner - D) Corporation Taxes: Franchise Tax Board OPPOSE

N/A

AB 340 (Furutani - D) Public Employees’ Retirement SUPPORT

SUPPORT

AB 344 (Furutani - D) Public Employees’ Retirement SUPPORT

N/A

The Chamber presented a $5,000 check to the newly built Ronald McDonald House in Long Beach. (Pictured L to R): CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern CA Rob Parker; Supervisor Knabe; Randy Gordon; Cheri Bazley, executive director of the Long Beach Ronald McDonald House; and Ron Piazza, president of the Long Beach Ronald McDonald House.

AB 350 (Solorio - D) Displaced Janitor Opportunity Act OPPOSE

SUPPORT

AB 375 (Skinner - D) Workers’ Compensation: Hospital Employees: Presumption OPPOSE

SUPPORT

NO VOTE

SUPPORT

N/A

SUPPORT

N/A

SUPPORT

N/A

SUPPORT

SIGNED

N/A

SUPPORT

N/A

AB 400 (Ma - D) Employment: Paid Sick Days OPPOSE

N/A

AB 685 (Eng - D) State Water Policy: Regional Water Management N/A

OPPOSE

N/A

AB 790 (Furutani - D) Career Technical Education: Linked Learning Program SUPPORT

SUPPORT

AB 950 (Perez - D) Employment: Drayage Truck Operators OPPOSE

N/A

AB 1128 (Furutani - D) Vehicles: Terminal Island Freeway: Special Permits SUPPORT

SUPPORT

SIGNED

SUPPORT

NO VOTE

SUPPORT

VETOED

SUPPORT

VETOED

NO VOTE

SUPPORT

SIGNED

SUPPORT

NO VOTE

N/A

SUPPORT

N/A

SUPPORT

N/A

The U.S. Vets were also a recipient of proceeds from the luncheon, receiving $5,000. (Pictured L to R): Steve Peck, president and CEO of U.S. Vets; Supervisor Knabe; Greg McCormack, site director for U.S. Vets-Long Beach; and Joanne Davis.

AB 1155 (Alejo - D) Workers’ Compensation OPPOSE

SUPPORT

AB 1310 (Furutani - D) Career Technical Education and Workforce Development SUPPORT

SUPPORT

AB 1330 (Furutani - D) Graduation Requirements: Career Technical Education SUPPORT

SUPPORT

SB 116 (De Leon - D) Income Taxes: Credits: Single Sales Factor OPPOSE

SUPPORT

SB 252 (Vargas - D) Public Contracts: Personal Services OPPOSE

SUPPORT

SB 378 (Dutton - R) Employment: Alternative Workweek Schedules N/A

SUPPORT

N/A

SB 469 (Vargas - D) Land Use: Development Project Review: Superstores OPPOSE

SUPPORT

NO VOTE

SUPPORT

VETOED

NO VOTE

SUPPORT

N/A

SUPPORT

SIGNED

N/A

The State of the County reached maximum capacity with over 1,200 attendees from most of the 27 cities in the 4th District.

SB 475 (Wright - D) Infrastructure Financing SUPPORT

SUPPORT

SB 650 (Lowenthal, A. - D) College Promise Partnership Act SUPPORT

SUPPORT

SB 653 (Steinberg - D) Local Taxation: Counties: School Districts OPPOSE

SUPPORT

N/A

SB 829 (DeSaulnier - D) Occupational Safety and Health Appeals Board OPPOSE

SUPPORT

SB 883 (Correa - D) Employers: Good Faith Defense N/A SUPPORT No vote= Elected official did not vote.

SUPPORT

N/A

N/A = Potential new law died before elected official had an opportunity to vote or in the case of the Governor the potential new law did not reach his desk

(Pictured L to R): Past Chamber Chair Matt Kinley, 1st District City Councilmember Robert Garcia, Supervisor Knabe, and 3rd District Councilmember Gary DeLong.

Welcome New Members We are pleased to welcome our newest investors in The Chamber who joined during the months of September, October and November.

First Bank - Commercial Business Tom Fagan (562) 951-5106 www.firstbanks.com Banks

Mark A. Garlington, D.D.S. Mark Garlington (562) 439-4553 www.drg4smiles.com Orthodontists

Gallery 421 Alison Belzer (562) 491-5200 www.lyongallery421.com Apartments

MetroMedia (Chamber2Go) David Small (913) 951-8413 Technology

Global Trade & Customs Inc. Marc Sullivan (562) 912-4014 www.globaltradecustoms.com NVOCC and Freight Forwarding

1 Touch Office Technology Chris Hand (310) 320-6868 www.1touchoffice.com Copiers/Printers/Scanners/Document Solutions

Green Octopus Consulting April Economides (562) 234-0046 www.greenoctopus.net Consultants - Sustainability

AMECO Solar, Inc. Patrick Redgate (562) 633-4400 solarexpert.com Contractors - Solar

Hoag Property Management, Inc. Kathy Nelson (562) 989-1556 www.hoagpropertymgt.com Real Estate - Property Management

Background Screening Solutions Bill Cross (424) 244-4820 www.labackgroundscreeningsolutions.com Background Screening

ITIQ Solutions, Inc. Francisco Navarro (909) 947-9901 www.itiqsolutions.com IT Services

Beach Cities Business Networking Group, Inc. Aaron Tuomala www.bcbng.com Business Networking

K.P. Fitter & Associates, Inc. Khush Fitter (562) 951-0799 Marine Surveyors

Booty Parlor Britany Grant (310) 558-3111 www.bootyparlor.com Beauty Products

Lee & Associates Gregory R. Gill (562) 354-2512 www.lee-associates.com

C&S Sales Liz Flesner (310) 538-1219 www.cssales.com Promotional Products

Les Jolis Tresors Annie Clavel (562) 735-4060 www.lesjolistresors.com Art Gallery

Chase Bank Leticia Jaime (877) 538-6985 www.chase.com Banks

Lyons & Lyons Properties Chuckie Lyons (562) 531-4000 www.lyonsandlyons.net Real Estate - Brokerage, Management & Development

Comprehensive Child Development Connie Arizmendi (562) 427-8834 www.ccdlb.org Child Care CTC Destination and Meeting Management Michelle Manire (562) 980-7566 www.ctc4u.com Conference & Event Planning

Marisolve, LLC Jill Morgan (562) 537-1102 Consultant

Nonprofit Event Master Calendar We are pleased to feature a calendar listing major fundraising events for our nonprofit members in the greater Long Beach area. If you would like to promote a nonprofit event and also help to prevent scheduling conflicts, contact Jackie Kuhl at jackie.kuhl@gmail.com. JANUARY 2012 19 The Chamber’s State of the Port (562) 432-8128

FEBRUARY 4 Muscular Dystrophy Association Long Beach “5K Muscle Walk” LA (562) 498-4923 6 Boys and Girls Club of Long Beach “Fore the Kids” Golf Tournament (562) 595-5945 8 Long Beach Education Foundation Saving Middle School Sports luncheon (916) 452-7619 11 4th Annual Long Beach Memorial and Miller Children’s Hospital Gala “Dancing for Our Stars” (562) 933-1671 23 CCEJ 21st Annual Interfaith/Interculture Breakfast (562) 435-8184 25 Muscular Dystrophy Assoc. Long Beach “5K Muscle Walk” Inland Empire (562) 498-4923

MARCH 1 American Red Cross – 8th Annual Hometown Heroes Breakfast (562) 490-4002 3 Long Beach Symphony Orchestra: Crescendo 29th Annual Gala (562) 436-3203 ext. 228

17 Jewish Community Center Gala (562) 426-7601 17 Comprehensive Child Development - “Art of All Ages” (562) 427-8834 19 Long Beach Day Nursery Golf Tournament (562) 881-1223 24 Elwyn California - 14th Annual Bowlathon (714) 557-6313 29 The Chamber’s “Leading the Ethical Organization” Seminar (562) 432-7830 31 Special Olympics Southern California – “A World of Difference” (562) 354-2606

APRIL 1 Long Beach Ronald McDonald House – 5K Walk For Kids at Shoreline Park (562) 285-4300 6 YMCA – Annual Good Friday Breakfast (562) 279-1700 9 Grand Prix Foundation Charity Golf Tournament (562) 490-4509 13 Grand Prix Foundation Toyota Charity Ball (562) 490-4509 14 Catalina Conservancy Ball (562) 437-8555 21 Boys and Girls Club of Long Beach 57th Annual Gala (562) 595-5945

Mike Lambrakis of Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC CA Insurance License # 0H62794 Mike Lambrakis (562) 799-2155 Financial Services & Advisors Mitsubishi Cement Corporation H.O. ‘Bud’ Biggs (760) 248-7373 www.mitsubishicement.com Manufacturers - Cement New City Public Schools Sabrina Bow (562) 599-6404 www.newcityps.org Education Opportunity Schools Janice Eisenberger (714) 761-5062 www.opp4kids.org Education Ovation Payroll Steve Evans (949) 777-1775 www.ovationpayroll.com Payroll Services Passaparola Trattoria Italiana David Carteni (562) 986-5280 www.passaparolausa.com Restaurants Potential Industries Inc. Ted Smith (310) 549-5901 Recycling Robert G. Antonio Financial Services, Inc. Robert Antonio (562) 426-2127 www.rgafinancialinc.com Investment Advisors Sababa Restaurant and Lounge Sagi Rochman (562) 252-3572 www.gosababa.com Restaurant & Lounge San Pedro Inn and Suites Edison Samuel (310) 514-1414 www.sanpedroinnandsuites.com Hotels/Motels

26 The Chamber’s City National Bank Entrepreneur of the Year Luncheon (562) 432-7830 28 Long Beach State Athletics – Jewels of the Night (562) 985-4662

MAY 5 BikeFestTour of Long Beach to benefit Jonathan Jaques Children’s Cancer Center at Miller Children’s Hospital (562) 933-2885 5 Westerly School’s 2012 Annual Auction (562) 981-3151 17 CCEJ 49th Annual Humanitarian Awards Dinner (562) 435-8184 19 Long Beach Basket Brigade (562) 900-3574 19 Rancho Los Alamitos Grand Opening Gala Dinner (562) 431-3541 19 American Cancer Society – Relay for Life of Long Beach (562) 437-0792 Ext. 231 24 The Chamber’s World Trade Week Luncheon (562) 432-8128

JUNE 1 Miller Children’s Hospital Annual Golf Classic (562) 933-2885 9 Torch Run at Shoreline Aquatic Park to benefit Jonathan Jaques Children’s Cancer Center at Miller Children’s Hospital (562) 933-2885 9 Aquarium of the Pacific - Ocean Conservation Awards Gala (562) 951-1606 13 Long Beach Playhouse “Celebrity Radio Show” (562) 494-1014

Sanford Kahn - Business Author & Speaker Sanford Kahn (562)434-4695 www.businesstrendspeaker.biz Speakers SCAN Health Plan Peter Begans (562) 989-5166 Health Maintenance Organizations Sustainable Now Technologies Eric Woolery-Grimm (213) 400-1982 www.sustainablenowtechnologies Green Business The Battery Recycler Alexander Galasso (562) 434-4502 www.thebatteryrecycler.com Environmental Services & Consulting The Port - Restaurant, Sports Bar and Billiards George Wilson, Jr. (562) 437-0123 Restaurants - Sports Bars Training Funding Source Barry Menzel (562) 735-4195 www.trainingfundingsource.com Training Funding Williams Data Management Pamela Briekner (323) 234-3453 www.williamsdatamanagement.com Data Management Women In Non-Traditional Employment Roles (WINTER) Mary Mercado (562) 431-0302 www.winterwomen.org Non-Profit Organizations

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16 Long Beach Cancer League Gala (562) 437-0791 21 The Chamber’s 121st Inaugural Gala (562) 432-7830 24 Long Beach Public Library Foundation – 9th Annual “Grape Expectations” (562) 628-2441

JULY 16 7th Annual Long Beach Mayor’s Trophy Charity Golf Tournament (562) 431-5962

SEPTEMBER 20 The Chamber’s Shaun Lumachi Memorial Golf Classic (562) 432-7830 29 International City Theatre (ICT) ENCORE Annual Benefit Gala (562) 495-4595

OCTOBER 6 Team Spirit Breast and Ovarian 10K Walk to benefit MemorialCare Breast Center (562) 933-2885 7 Long Beach International City Marathon www.runlongbeach.com 13 Aquarium of the Pacific - 9th Annual SEA FARE (562) 951-1606 18 CCEJ 48th Annual Dinner and Gene Lentzner Human Relations Award Celebration (562) 435-8184

NOVEMBER 10 Long Beach Day Nursery 100th Anniversary Gala (562) 591-0509

Council Report

Green Business Council Promotes People, the Planet and Profits by Kent Peterson Vice President and Chief Engineer, P2S Engineering

There is no question that the level of awareness for environmentally friendly businesses, products and services has continued to increase. Green can be good for business and the environment. In fact, the triple bottom line for green business is people, planet and profits. The Chamber’s Green Business Council (GBC) is promoting all three. The GBC mission is to assist its members to improve profits, enhance the community, and protect the environment by promoting the

opportunities represented by green technologies and business practices. We encourage and facilitate environmental, social and economic business practices in Long Beach through education, outreach, networking and advocacy. We also strive to support existing green sector companies located in the community, to develop an environment that will draw new green sector companies to the Long Beach area, and to help raise the level of sustainable business practices used by Chamber members and others within the community. It is an honor to lead the GBC again this year for the 2011-2012 term. We recently celebrated our one-year anniversary, so we are still in our infancy. We already have more than 35 member companies in the GBC, which is significant. This indicates that we have a fair

number of companies that are in the green technology business; whether they’re offering green services, green products or green technologies. These could be providing recycling, air pollution control, clean transportation, renewable energy solutions, green construction, etc. We have a number of companies in the greater Long Beach area that really are excelling in these areas. We meet the third Wednesday of the month at 9:30 am. We move the meeting locations to member businesses to better educate our membership on the various green technologies and services our members provide. I would encourage you to attend. By joining together, we hope to transform the greater Long Beach Area into a recognized center for green goods and services that

“The level of awareness for environmentally friendly businesses, products and services has continued to increase. Green can be good for business and the environment.” enhance sustainable practices from our businesses, transportation infrastructure and residential communities. Visit our web site at www.lbchamber. com/GBC/index.html with up-to-date information on our meetings and relevant green news and events. For more information about the GBC, contact Ariella Fallen at (562) 437-4517.

Promoting the Community

Members Making News Boulevard Buick/ GMC Marks 50th Anniversary General Motors President Mark Reuss paid a visit to Boulevard Buick/GMC in Signal Hill to congratulate owners Jim Willingham, son Brad Willingham and partner Ron Charron, along with their workers for 50 remarkable years of sales and service. Reuss noted that his father, Lloyd Reuss, who was GM president from 1990-1992, knew and worked with Jim Willingham, who has served as head of the National Automobile Dealership Association and was once honored as America’s most reliable auto dealer by Time magazine. The Willingham family has been in business for half of the auto company’s life, which began in 1911, and they estimate they’ve sold more than 80,000 Buicks and GMC trucks since opening along American Avenue, now Long Beach Boulevard. Today, Boulevard is thriving-and expanding. They leased four acres of the former Chrysler dealership property and are in the process of moving their body shop there. They’ve also leased adjacent land and are moving the former Coast Cadillac dealership next door, under the name Boulevard Cadillac. Laserfiche Customers in Top Digital Cities Long Beach-based enterprise content management (ECM) solutions provider, Laserfiche, is proud to congratulate 19 of its customers for being named among the most advanced digital cities in 2011 by e.Republic’s Center for Digital Government and Digital Communities Program. Among the winning digital cities and Laserfiche customers is Long Beach. The cities were chosen from the results of the 11th annual Digital Cities Survey, which examines how municipalities use technology to create operating efficiencies while realizing strategic objectives. In light of budget cuts and a volatile economic climate, Laserfiche’s broad network of local government customers has repeatedly underscored the vital role that technology plays in enabling them to deliver critical services to the community. What Laserfiche contributes to these winning cities is ECM infrastructure that improves service delivery while reducing costs. Comprehensive Child Development to Showcase Local Artists On March 17, the James S. Benedict Child Development Center in Long Beach will be magically transformed from a bustling, pre-school classroom to a world class art gallery. That’s because Comprehensive Child Development, Inc. (CCD) will be holding its 2nd annual Spring fundraiser “Art of All Ages.” The event will feature work by local artists who live or work in the Long Beach area, a silent art auction, as well as original artwork by CCD pre-school children—all to benefit CCD’s early childhood education programs for the young children of low-income families. CCD is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization providing quality early childhood education, child care and support services for income-eligible families and their children. Every day, over 450 infants, toddlers, preschool and school age children attend four licensed centers in Long Beach, one in San Pedro and one in Wilmington. “Art of All Ages” will be held on March 17, 2012 from 4-7p.m. at 2565 Pacific Avenue, Long Beach. For event info, call (562) 427-8834, or visit www.ccdlb.org. Knabe Appoints Chief McDonnell to Citizens’ Commission on Jail Violence L. A. County Supervisor Don Knabe announced Long Beach Police Chief Jim McDonnell as his appointee to the “Citizens’ Commission on Jail Violence.” The Commission was established by the Board of Supervisors to investigate use of force by Sheriff’s deputies in the County jail system and report back with recommendations for a corrective action plan. Knabe hails Chief McDonnell’s knowledge as a user of jail systems and his understanding of the incredibly difficult job our deputies face, bringing a unique perspective to the Commission. Chief McDonnell was a 28-year veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department, before taking over as Chief of the Long Beach Police Department in 2010. Chief McDonnell served as one of former LAPD Police Chief William J. Bratton’s top assistants, and was a leader in instituting reforms to the department. While with the LAPD, he was awarded the department’s highest award for bravery, the Medal of Valor. Worthington Ford Raises $9K for Millikan High Worthington Ford partnered with Millikan High School to help raise $8,955 as part of Ford Motor Company’s Drive One 4 UR School program. Members of the community had the opportu-

nity to raise money for Millikan High School by test-driving a Ford vehicle. For every person who test drove a vehicle, Worthington Ford donated $20 to the high school. An additional $10 was earned for everyone who drove the new Ford Focus. In addition to test drives, Worthington Ford sold $7,275 worth of raffle tickets for an exclusive “Ford Escape Giveaway,” as the local dealership agreed to donate a 36 month lease for a brand new Ford Escape. The Money raised will be used for both athletic programs and general school programs at Millikan. Since the start of Ford’s Drive One 4 UR School program in 2007, more than 275,000 test-drives at more than 1,500 events have generated over $5 million in donations for high schools nationwide. LB Airport’s Director Appointed to International Airport Association Long Beach Airport (LGB) announced the appointment of Airport Director Mario Rodriguez to the Airports Council International North America (ACI-NA) Board of Directors. Airports Council International (ACI) is the association of the world’s airports. ACI-NA’s member airports transport more than 1.5 billion passengers per year, representing more than 95 percent of the market. It is the largest of the five world regions that comprise Airports Council International, which represents 1,650 airports in 179 countries and territories. As a Director, Mr. Rodriguez will advocate for policies that strengthen the ability of airports to better serve their passengers, airline partners, customers and communities. The Board of Directors interacts regularly with such federal and international organizations as the Federal Aviation Association (FAA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Air Transport Association (ATA), and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Long Beach Marriott Announces New GM The Long Beach Marriott Hotel has named Francois Porte as its new general manager. With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Porte has worked in several five-star hotels in a variety of locations such as Amman, Amsterdam, the Bahamas, Chicago, Jordan, Palm Beach and Warsaw, and comes most recently from a position at the Treasure Island Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. He has also catered to the heads of state in the Middle East, Poland and the United States. As general manager of the Marriott, Porte is responsible for leading a team of 200 associates and for the success of the 311-room hotel’s day-to-day operations. The Long Beach Marriott Hotel is located adjacent to the Long Beach Airport at 4700 Airport Plaza Dr. and offers 20,000 square feet of recently renovated space to accommodate any event. For more information, visit www.longbeachmarriott.com. Jeff Williams Officially Named Leadership Long Beach Executive Director The Board of Directors of Leadership Long Beach (LLB) formally named Jeff Williams as its Executive Director. Williams has served as interim Executive Director since December 2010 and will continue to manage the organization’s community development leadership programs, lead fundraising efforts, cultivate alumni activity and represent the organization at community events. After graduating from LLB in 2008, Williams has been very active in the organization, including serving on the executive board in 2009-10 before becoming full-time staff. Williams has a business finance degree from Tulane University in New Orleans, but his background is in education. He came to California in mid-1990s as part of the Teach for America program, where he taught middle school for three years in South Central Los Angeles and then worked for The New Teacher Project in Los Angeles developing career change professionals to teach in under-resourced schools. Signal Hill Petroleum Gives Grant to CSULB Signal Hill Petroleum, a local independent energy company, recently donated $250,000 to California State University Long Beach for the environmental geochemistry laboratory within the newly built science hall. The grant supports the purchase of new, state-of-the-art equipment that has never before been offered to students by the university. It also covers equipment maintenance, supplies, and student research for

the facility, named the Signal Hill Petroleum Environmental Geochemistry Lab, which has already opened to students. Signal Hill Petroleum’s gift was celebrated along with the completion of the Hall of Science at a dedication ceremony this past fall. The $105 million building project features a 165,000square-foot science building. The number of geoscience jobs is expected to increase by 22 percent by 2016, more than double the projected growth rate for all occupations. HCVT Receives National Award for Sixth Year Certified Public Accounting firm, Holthouse Carlin & Van Trigt LLP (“HCVT”), received one of the most prestigious awards given in the public accounting industry. HCVT received a “Best of the Best” award for an unprecedented sixth straight year, and was, once again named as a “Fastest-Growing Best of the Best Firms” in the United States by INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA), a national trade publication. Over 350 CPA firms throughout the country are evaluated in over 50 categories to determine the 25 best accounting firms. HCVT was also identified by IPA as receiving a cumulative score that ranked them as one of the Top 5 firms within this very prestigious group. The most impressive aspect of this year’s award is the fact that only one other firm has received the award for six consecutive years. Catered Manor Nursing Center Awarded for High-Quality Long Term Care The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/ NCAL) announced the selection of Catered Manor Nursing Center as a 2011 recipient of the Silver–Achievement in Quality National Quality Award for its outstanding performance in the health care profession. The prestigious award highlights select facilities across the nation that serve as models of excellence for providing high-quality long term care. Implemented by AHCA/NCAL in 1996, the National Quality Award Program is based on the criteria of the Baldrige Performance Excellence Program. The program, which assists providers of long term and post-acute care services in achieving their performance excellence goals, has three levels: Bronze, Silver, and Gold. A team of trained Examiners reviews each Quality Award application and determines recipients based on a set of rigorous criteria. LBCC and RDA Open Small Business Center The City of Long Beach Redevelopment Agency (RDA) and Long Beach City College (LBCC) recently celebrated the opening of the LBCC Downtown Small Business Development Center. The new Downtown Center, just north of 3rd and Pine, will offer small business owners with free training, business advising, access to capital, and advice from entrepreneurs and industry experts. In addition, the Downtown Center will host the LBCC Small Business Development Center (SBDC), the Long Beach International Trade Office, and the 10,000 Small Business Goldman Sachs Program. The City of Long Beach will also use the center to promote its economic development programs to small businesses. The SBDC, a program of the Small Business Administration, has been hosted by Long Beach City College since 2006, and in that time has helped hundreds of area business owners increase their sales, obtain loans, streamline operations, utilize new technologies, expand into new markets, and position themselves for long-term growth. For more info, visit: www.longbeachsbdc.org. Grand Prix Gives $20K to Miller Children’s Hospital The Grand Prix Foundation of Long Beach (GPF) recently gave $20,000 to Miller Children’s Hospital Long Beach. The Foundation has been giving to Miller Children’s since 1992. From funding medical equipment to supporting fundraising campaigns to build two new pediatric units, GPF has been an incredible partner and source of support for Miller Children’s. Miller Children’s is a notfor-profit, pediatric teaching hospital that treats more than 8,000 children each year and has become a regional pediatric destination for more than 84,000 children, who need specialized care in the outpatient specialty and satellite centers. The hospital is one of eight free-standing children’s hospitals in California and has 16 California Children Services approved special care centers. For children living in the South Bay, Long Beach and North Orange County regions, Miller Children’s is the only area children’s hospital where they can receive care for complex medical conditions or serious injuries.

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