Port O Call - December 2017

GREATER STOCKTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Vol. 63 No. 8

www.stocktonchamber.org

DECEMBER 2017

SHOP LOCAL

GIVE Local

Photo Courtesy of Steffi R. Photography

SHOP LOCAL, GIVE LOCAL

CONTENTS

10 DON’T MISS! WINTER DIVERSITY MIXER

From Your President

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From Your CEO

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@ The Haggin Museum

Programs and Public Policy

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1201 N. Pershing Ave., Stockton

Good News from the San Joaquin Partnership

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Bring A New, Unwrapped Toy And Lunch Is On Us

Cover Story

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11 a.m.

November Networking Mixer Photos

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Leadership Stockton

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New Members

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News Briefs

14

Ribbon Cuttings

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Visit Stockton

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Events

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Calendar

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5-7 p.m.

REFRESHMENTS WITH THE RECYCLERS

@ Heritage Provisions at the Waterloo Gun & Bocce Club

Cover, Table of Contents, and Cover Story Photos Courtesy of Steffi R. Photography and Lincoln Center

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FROM YOUR 2017-18 PRESIDENT BY: DIANE VIGIL Official publication of the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce.

Serving the Greater Stockton area business community since 1901.

I believe in Santa Claus.

CHAMBER OFFICERS PRESIDENT Diane Vigil, Dameron Hospital Foundation

SR. VICE PRESIDENT Deitra R. Kenoly, The Record/San Joaquin Media Group

It’s true that at the age of five I told my parents Santa had a fake beard so our relationship was a bit rocky until our daughter Sarah was born. He and I made peace, but at somewhat of a distance. No doubt

FINANCIAL VICE PRESIDENT Doug Dinjian, DiBuduo & DeFendis Insurance Agency, Inc. VICE PRESIDENT Dr. Lewis Gale, University of the Pacific - Eberhardt School of Business

VICE PRESIDENT Chris Kay, ACE Rail

many have a faith and tradition in Santa the story, but in our home,

DIANE VIGIL

when our four children became of age we wanted them to know the real “reason for the season” was to commemorate the birth of Christ.

Over the years my appreciation and affection for the attributes

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Bakul Patel, Dorfman Pacific Co.

Santa represents has increased enough for me to declare, “I love Santa,” as I decorate our

CHAMBER DIRECTORS Stephanie Banuelos, Croce and Company Accountancy Corporation Bob Berger, Cumulus Radio Randy Burns, Keller Williams Erin Guy Castillo, Parish Guy Castillo, PLC F.J. "Joe" Dietrich IV, F.J. Dietrich & Co Scott Grafius, Steele Insurance Agency Ryan Haggerty, Haggerty Construction, Inc. Loretta Lee, Junior League of San Joaquin County David Meier, Pacific Gas & Electric Company Bryan Meadows, Stockton Ports Laura Ochoa-Sanchez, San Joaquin Delta College Brian Petrovek, Stockton Heat Justin Redman, F&M Bank Kay G. Ruhstaller, Family Resource & Referral Center Bob Young, NCPGA Foundation

home with our oldest granddaughters, Emily and Alison. Santa is cheerful, generous, and

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Douglass W. Wilhoit, Jr.

humble requests of these dear children. Your GSCC holds an annual event “Lunch with

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loves children. As an employer, he and Mrs. Claus work together in their family business, he trusts his employees to get the job done, and they are, of course, members of the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce. Ho Ho Ho. It is heartwarming to witness the philanthropy that occurs in our community during the holidays. Dameron Hospital’s staff adopted over three-hundred children last year by purchasing items from a wish list, with some children asking for something as simple as a pillow or as necessary as food. There isn’t a dry eye in the room as we read the the Recyclers.” Admission is a toy for the Child Abuse Prevention Council. Churches, nonprofits, and private citizens of our community truly exhibit love of mankind by ensuring our children, families, and seniors needs are met. If you are looking for giving opportunities visit the Greater Stockton Chamber website to find nonprofit members who will guide you in your year-end and holiday giving.

Shop Local! Many of us (me) fall into the convenience of shopping online but let’s make a concerted effort to shop local for those special gifts. There are shops listed in this issue who carry unique items you can actually examine before purchasing. We ask our local merchants to support our nonprofits and schools all year long—in turn let’s support them. One great benefit I must mention is the employment and tax-revenue generated by shopping local. Gillian Murphy, 2017 ATHENA Recipient, cited that every $100 spent in local small businesses results in $68 back the community, local big box stores $48, and online purchases generate $0. That is an astounding fact that should give pause to those online shoppers before hitting the enter button. Be sure to seek out our members and mention you shopped with them because they are members of the GSCC. Santa will be watching to see who has been naughty or nice.

The Annual Diversity Mixer at the beautifully decorated Haggin Museum is the perfect occasion to hug our friends and colleagues at this most treasured time of year. Shopping in the Haggin Museum Gift Shop is a plus. The food is fabulous, and camaraderie amongst the Chambers in serving our business community is pleasing to behold.

Looking back on 2017, our country endured monumental loss whether it be by Mother Nature or manmade. American’s are generous and compassionate people but the need is

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On behalf of the GSCC Board of Directors, we wish you a Merry Christmas and the

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blessings of a peaceful and joyful holiday season. www.stocktonchamber.org

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FROM YOUR CEO BY: DOUG WILHOIT From all of us here at your Greater

DOUG WILHOIT

United Way of San Joaquin, continually reminds us is that those in

Stockton Chamber of Commerce, we hope

need “do not need a handout but a hand up!” Please find it in your

that you and your family had a wonderful

heart at not only this most Holy and joyous part of the year to

Thanksgiving Holiday. We are sure each

not only provide for your family but to reach out and help others.

and every one took the time to count our

Trust me, if you do this year-round, you will feel the joy and be

blessings as a community, state and nation

able to walk a little taller each and every day.

that abound all around us. Yes, we have

Nov. 16 saw the celebration of the newest ATHENA’s as Gillian

issues to deal with, but now prayerfully we can all join hands and

Murphy and Kristen Dyke joined the ranks of amazing women

move forward in a positive way.

who do so much for the community and are wonderful role

The jolly “old” guy in the photo (who consented to be part of my

models. The day was outstanding and a big thank you to the

December article) is always watching 365 days a year to see who

ATHENA Committee, the selection committee, the sponsors, the

will be naughty (the daily disingenuous and self-serving politics)

Historic Stockton Golf and Country Club staff, the attendees and

or nice (doing faithfully and honestly the people’s business).

a big pat on the back to Timm and Danielle who put the whole

The former will receive a lump of coal and the latter a big public

event together from day one. Congratulations one and all and we

THANK YOU!

look forward to many more wonderful recipients being honored

All indications show that this 2017 Christmas/Holiday Shopping

in the future.

season is shaping up to help get the local economy running at a

Hopefully, you have marked your calendars for Dec. 7 for the

very high level. It is our hope that you will do the vast majority

Chamber’s not-to-be-missed Annual Winter Diversity Mixer to

of your shopping at local stores that are owned, operated, and

be held at the beautifully remodeled and historic Haggin Museum

staffed by your family, friends, neighbors, and thankfully Chamber

from 5 - 7 p.m. This wonderful annual event is held in partnership

members. Not only will you be supporting them, but you will also

with the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce, the San

be helping with the tax base for the much-needed services for our

Joaquin County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Central

community. We at your Chamber firmly believe that whatever you

Valley Asian-American Chamber of Commerce, the San Joaquin

need can be found here in Stockton and in San Joaquin County

County African Chamber of Commerce, and the California

and there is little or no need to shop (if you can call it that) on

Delta Chambers and Visitors Bureau. Featured will be samples of

the Internet! As we have said before, shopping local is not only

our diverse palate pleasing food that makes our community so

a help to the entire community but it is a social event giving us

special that many communities do not experience the opportunity

all a chance to see all the good things and people in our great

to celebrate. While at the event you will be able to enjoy the

community. Hope I/we will see many of you in the local stores not

Haggin’s wonderful exhibits, collections, and the celebration of

only shopping but also spreading good cheer.

our community’s wonderful history. So come kick the Christmas/

Another important way of showing our “giving spirit” not only at this time of the year but also throughout the year is to help the many wonderful nonprofit organizations that serve many of

Holiday Season off in style, and at the same time make some great business connections and meet new friends.

On behalf of the Officers and Board of Directors, staff, and

our less fortunate citizens. A wonderful lesson for our children

members of your Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce here is

it is to “adopt” an agency and just give something to them on a

wishing each of you and your families a Very Merry and Blessed

regular basis. This will help them provide the basics to our fellow

Christmas/Holiday Season and remember the guy in the picture

human beings who, in many cases through no fault of their own,

checks his list often! HO HO HO!!!!

have found themselves in dire straits. As “AP,” Andy Prokop of the

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current orders for the new Model 3 stand at over 400,000 vehicles.

current and future growth of our economy?

Each vehicle Tesla manufactures has self-driving capability

Tesla had over 18,000 employees worldwide before adding 700 engineers and technicians in Germany and China with the acquisition of Grohmann Engineering. With the acquisition of SolarCity, they added an additional 12,000 employees in the US and 300 in Mexico, Canada, and China, growing the company to over 25,000 employees. If you had purchased 100 shares of Tesla for $150 in 2014 when they located in Lathrop, you could sell it to day for over $300.

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SHOP LOCAL

GIVE Local

by Noel Daniel

I t can be easy to forget your fellow man in the rush and

Robinson, explaining how he chose the charities he donates to.

whimsy of the holidays. There are parties, old friends, new friends,

“Generally, kids and school go together, but sometimes, kids

family, strict budgets, a lot of food to prepare, and so much more.

have a cause as well such as Kids Taking a Stand. This group of

What many might not realize is that it’s easier to help your

kids have a fantastic cause and it is fun to watch them and the

community during the holidays than you might think: by

charity grow over the years. I’m actually honored to be a part of

shopping and giving local.

it, even a small way.”

“For a local businessperson, that business is their livelihood,” said Patrick Dobson to CVBJ, Vice President of Sims-Grupe Management Corp. Inc. which manages the Lincoln Center in

He also donates to the Child Abuse Prevention Council and Sober Grad Nights for seniors in High School.

“If I can help a school raise money at an auction by donating a

Stockton. Even local big box stores are worth the visit, as opposed

decorated cake, why not!” said Robinson. “If we can participate

to shopping online, as “a national chain might be more willing to

in helping the athletic or liberal arts programs by donating

close a store that isn’t performing up to their expectations.”

cakes, again, why not!”

Mike Robinson, a business owner in the Lincoln Center, can

Giving was always in the spirit of Nothing Bundt Cakes, from

certainly attest to the importance of shopping local. But he also

the very start. When they opened Nothing Bundt Cakes in

places a heavy emphasis on giving more than just lovely local gifts.

August of 2014, they knew charitable giving would be a major

In fact, Robinson—who Co-Owns Nothing Bundt Cakes with his

part of the bakery.

wife Beverly—gives much to the community.

“In terms of my charitable approach and why, it is actually pretty simple: kids, schools, and causes are the starting point,” said 10 PORT CALL

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“Who doesn’t like cake?” said Robinson. “It can be so versatile in many many different types of events, charities, or fundraising.

At the end of the day, we just really love participating with so

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many events, causes, and have met some amazing people along

nonprofit partners in service with United Way. Another benefit to

the way. When you see a kid’s eyes light up when they get a cake,

donating local specifically is that it affects your local community.

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“By giving donations to local nonprofits, including United

it is a pretty awesome feeling.”

If Robinson’s heartwarming spirit of giving has you looking to

Way, we can see an immediate and positive change in our own

do a little donating yourself this Christmas, Andy Prokop—CEO/

community,” affirms Prokop. And if you don’t have much to

President of the United Way of San Joaquin County—is happy to

budget, you can always volunteer your time at local charities.

supply some ideas.

"When a person

“The amount of time or treasure is always

donates to one of our

“Our foodbanks, our homeless shelters, and our

local nonprofits, their

children’s toy distribution are always at their highest

gift will keep giving for years to come,” said Prokop. “Our foodbanks, our

level of need and activity during the holidays.”

Andy Prokop– CEO/President of the United Way of San Joaquin County

a personal choice one should make. I always say ‘give until it feels good.’”

“Our United Way

is an Instrument to do Greater

homeless shelters,

good,” said Prokop.

and our children’s

toy distribution are always at their highest level of need and

“We have the ability to help people and pets throughout San Joaquin County.”

activity during the holidays.”

If you’re a little at a loss for how and where to donate, try

So just remember your fellows when it gets to be time for the

going to the United Way of San Joaquin County website at

holidays. Let’s make this a happy holiday for everyone in

www.unitedwaysjc.org. There a donor can see numerous

the community.

STOCKTON CHAMBER NONPROFIT MEMBERS African American Chamber of Commerce Alan Short Center American Cancer Society American Heart Association American Red Cross San Joaquin County Chapter Animal Friends Connection Humane Society Animal Protection League Arc San Joaquin Art Expressions of San Joaquin Assistance League of Stockton Associated Filipino Organizations Bread of Life California Apartment Association California Delta Chambers & Visitors Bureau CARE LINK - Community Medical Centers, Inc. Central Valley Asian-American Chamber of Commerce Central Valley Senior Service Child Abuse Prevention Council of S. J. Co. Children’s Home Of Stockton Children’s Museum of Stockton Chinese Cultural Society of Stockton Community Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired Community Hospice Community Medical Centers, Inc. Dameron Hospital Association DAV Charities of San Joaquin County Delta Blood Bank/American Red Cross Delta Health Care Downtown Stockton Alliance

Dress for Success Stockton Emergency Food Bank of Stockton/ San Joaquin Family Resource & Referral Center Friends of the Fox Girl Scouts Heart of Central California Goodwill Industries of San Joaquin Valley Greater Stockton Employer Advisory Council Habitat for Humanity of San Joaquin County Haggin Museum Hanot Foundation Haven of Peace Health Plan of San Joaquin Hospice of San Joaquin Hospital Council Junior League of San Joaquin County Kaiser Permanente Medical Offices Lathrop District Chamber of Commerce Leadership Stockton Alumni Association Lodi Chamber of Commerce March of Dimes Parents By Choice Pregnancy Help Center Rota Care Bay Area Inc. - Stockton Free Clinic Rotary Club of Stockton San Joaquin County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce San Joaquin Human Resource Association SCORE Second Harvest Food Bank of San Joaquin & Stanislaus Counties Shelter Thrift & Donation Center

SJ County Historical Society & Museum St. Basil Greek Orthodox Church St. Joseph’s Medical Center St. Luke’s School Stockton Art League Stockton Athletic Hall of Fame Stockton Civic Theatre Stockton Host Lions Club Stockton Sunrise Rotary Stockton Symphony Association Superior Thrift Store The Dome of Hope Organization, Inc., The Salvation Army The Salvation Army Adult Rehab. Center Trinity Lutheran Church United Cerebral Palsy Association United Way Of San Joaquin County Veteran’s of Foreign Wars of the United States Luneta Post 52 Inc. Victor Community Support Services, Inc. Victor Treatment Center Women’s Center - Youth & Family Services YMCA of San Joaquin County

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Session Sponsors: Port of Stockton, Green Team San Joaquin Stockton’s economy is influenced by many factors. During the annual Economy Session, the class got a glimpse of a few of those factors, and learned about what lies ahead for Stockton’s future.

The class met at the Port of Stockton Albert Lindley House—what a perfect venue to talk about the economy. After a quick welcome and history lesson by Chamber CEO Doug Wilhoit the first presenter of the day was Bruce Blodgett, Executive Director, with the San Joaquin Farm Bureau Federation (SJFB). Bruce talked about agriculture, our #1 local industry at $2.3 Billion in 2016, and how that drives our local economy. He addressed current issues and recent successes, and provided a glimpse of what he sees for the future of local agriculture.

Next up were Nate McBride, Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Ed Wanket, Economic Development Analyst II, San Joaquin County Economic Development Association (EDA). Nate and Ed detailed all of the great services the SBDC and EDA offer to local business to help them succeed.

The Class was then joined by Wes Rhea, CEO of Visit Stockton and

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former Leadership Stockton Program Director and LS Class of 2004 Graduate. Wes spoke to the class about the impact of tourism and all the new and exciting things Stockton is doing to attract tourists and more importantly tourist dollars.

After filling up on Angelina’s raviolis, the class heard from Frank Ferral, Programs & Public Policy Director from the Stockton

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Chamber of Commerce. Frank shared great info on all the Chamber Programs that help businesses lower their cost of doing business.

Next the class heard from the Downtown Stockton Alliance about all the great things happening in Downtown Stockton and the Alliance’s plans for the future of Downtown.

Then Brad Ecker, Client/Network Administrator, San Joaquin Partnership spoke to the class about all the things the Partnership does to help market San Joaquin County and attract large companies.

Finally William Trezza, Chief Executive Officer, BAC Community Bank, joined the class to give them an overview of the economy and a

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It was a great day and the class learned a lot about what drives the Stockton and San Joaquin County economy. I would like to thank all the speakers who came and presented to the class, and a big thank you to Port Director and Past Chamber President Richard Ascheris and the Port of Stockton for having us.

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Law Firm Adds New Principal Attorney The Stockton law firm of Neumiller & Beardslee recently celebrated the admission of its newest shareholders at Jesse’s Grove Winery in Lodi including Melissa C. Giannecchini, a Melissa C. Giannecchini shareholder of the firm effective Jan. 1. Since joining the firm in 2008, Melissa has been an integral part of the firm’s trust, probate, estate planning, and trust litigation practices, as well as of the firm’s agriculture law and business law practices.

In addition to her dedication to the firm, her family, and her clients, Melissa is committed to serving our community having served on the Boards of Women’s Center - Youth and Family Services and Linden

Midtown Corridor Arriving January 2018 Get to school and work rapidly and economically.

Community Preschool and various other local committees. Melissa is a 2011 graduate of the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Stockton program, a member of the San Joaquin Estate Planning Council, and a member of the State Bar of California, American Bar Association, and the San Joaquin County Bar Association.

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Local Accounting Firms to Merge Bowman & Company, LLP, Stockton’s largest accounting firm,

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is pleased to announce that The James Company, an Accountancy Corporation, will merge with Bowman effective Nov. 1, 2017. John James approached Bowman & Company several years ago because he wanted to find a home for his clients for the day when his eventual retirement comes. John James will be a Principal of Bowman as his clients and staff transition into Bowman & Company’s hands. Bowman & Company has been serving a diverse group of clients since 1949. The firm has eight partners and employs over 50 accountants and support staff.

Premier Staffing Stockton Celebrates its 40th Anniversary For 40 years, Premier Staffing has been the Central Valley’s solution for clerical, light industrial, and professional level recruiting. Premier Staffing provides labor to a wide-range of industries, from short term temporary laborers, to permanent skilled professionals. Premier Staffing takes pride in finding and employing the best candidates to suite our client’s needs. Visit premierstaffingstockton.com or call 209.478.8500 for more information.

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Thanks for awarding us in the Best of San Joaquin 7 Years in a Row!

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CONTINUING THE TRADITION STARTED BY MY FATHER IN 1954

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 2017  BEST OF SAN JOAQUIN

San Joaquin County’s Original People’s Choice Awards

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VISIT STOCKTON BY: ROBYN F. CHESHIRE Buy the Stockton Savings Pass as a Gift

Stockton Restaurant Week

Check someone off your holiday list and give back to your

The 9th annual Stockton Restaurant Week returns Jan. 19 - 28.

community at the same time. A portion of every Stockton

Taste your way around the city as your favorite restaurants create

Savings Pass purchase is given back to local nonprofits,

two and three course fixed price menus at a fantastic value. Take the

selected by customers at checkout. An annual pass is only $20

opportunity to enjoy the abundance of flavors local chefs relish in

and features hundreds of dollars in savings to over 50 local

creating for patrons. For a full list of participating restaurants and

businesses. Give the gift of savings at StocktonSavingsPass.com.

menus, go online to StocktonRestaurantWeek.com.

Stockton Souvenirs for the Holidays

Amgen Tour of California

Show your Stockton pride by purchasing official Stockton

Do you want to be a part of one of the most exciting cycling races

merchandise for family, friends, and coworkers this holiday

ever? For the first time in over a decade, the Amgen Tour of California

season. Sip your favorite hot drink from our new Stockton

rolls through Stockton on May 17 and you can be in the middle of the

landmarks mug while wearing a stylish Stockton shirt. Hats,

action. Volunteers are needed in a variety of roles, so grab a few friends

magnets, and books are also available, so don’t wait. Come by

and make it happen. Show the world that Stockton supports amazing

our office in Downtown Stockton at 125 Bridge Pl., 2nd floor

sporting events like this one. Go online to AmgenTOCstockton.com for

or go online to StocktonSouvenirs.com. Tip: use your Stockton

more information on the race and to volunteer.

Savings Pass to save money on your purchase.

RIBBON CUTTINGS Attending Board of Directors: President Diane Vigil, Dameron Hospital Foundation Bob Berger, Cumulus Radio; Bob Young, NCPGA Foundation; Brian Petrovek, Stockton Heat; Scott Grafius, Steele Insurance

Attending Ambassadors: Carol Clemons, Angel’s Caring Helpers; Chris Grant, 105.9 the Bull; Ella Hollman, Collins Realty Inc. /Aspiranet; Jackie Ronzone, Animal Protection League; Katherine Edens, University of the Pacific; Michelle Burgad, Sandler Partners; Patti Gulick, New Image Sign; Roy Nightengale, 105.9 the Bull; Teri Manley, Stop the Presses! Printing; Victor Randolph, Never Boring

Provident Care Home Care

Stockton Heat

Sara’s Intimates & Formal Wear

1111 W. Robinhood Dr., Ste. A, Stockton CA. 95207

48 W. Fremont St., Stockton, CA 95203

4646 Qantas Ln., Ste. #B-12, Stockton, CA 95206

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City of Stockton Animal Shelter

See’s Candy Quantity Discount Store

1575 S. Lincoln St., Stockton, CA 95206

1108 E. Hammer Ln., Stockton, CA 95210

Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce

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Robyn F. Cheshire: robyn@visitstockton.org 209.636.4348

EVENTS BY: TIMM QUINN Get Seen, Sponsor a Chamber Event!!

There is still time to get in on the Taking Care of Business

Bureau will each feature food tastings reflecting their specific ethnicity/location. The Haggin will be decorated with all the

Sponsorship program for our remaining 2017-18 events like the

festive Holiday decorations and you won’t want to miss the newly

Golf Tournament, State of the City, Business Awards Luncheon,

renovated galleries and Picasso’s La Tauromaquia from the Bank

and Installation Dinner.

of America Collection and American Impressionism: The Lure of

The Taking Care of Business Program offers our member

the Artists’ Colony traveling exhibits. So come kick the Holiday

businesses a wealth of marketing and sponsorship opportunities

Season off in style and make some great business connections

for the upcoming year. This popular program was created to

while you’re at it.

give Chamber members an excellent way to receive exposure throughout the year at a dramatic discount off normal pricing.

For more information on stretching your marketing dollars

2017 Golf Tournament Prepare yourself for a day of good times at Elkhorn Golf Club on

through Taking Care of Business, contact Timm Quinn, Events

Apr. 9. Now in its 37th year, the Golf Tournament always fills up

Director, at 209.292.8423, or email tquinn@stocktonchamber.org.

fast. Don’t miss your chance to play! Call the Chamber to reserve

Winter Diversity Mixer Dec. 7 at the Haggin Museum Make sure to mark your calendars for Dec. 7 because you

your space!

You can join as a tee sponsor; a green sponsor; or a business package sponsor, which includes signage on a tee or green and

are not going to want to miss the Chamber’s annual Winter

registration for four players. Major Level Sponsorships and single

Diversity Mixer at the Haggin Museum, 1201 N. Pershing

registration are also available.

Ave., Stockton from 5-7 p.m. The Greater Stockton Chamber

Many high-profile businesses participate in our tournament, so

of Commerce in partnership with the Central Valley Asian-

donate a prize to our post-tournament raffle to get their attention!

American Chamber of Commerce, San Joaquin African American

For more information about the Chamber’s 37th Annual Golf

Chamber of Commerce, San Joaquin County Hispanic Chamber

Tournament or to volunteer, call Timm Quinn at 209.292.8423 or

of Commerce, and California Delta Chambers and Visitors

email him at tquinn@stocktonchamber.org.

Thank you to our customers for your continued support!

We wish you a very prosperous 2018 !

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Timm Quinn: tquinn@stocktonchamber.org 209.292.8423

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CALENDAR DECEMBER 2017

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Leadership Stockton Local Government Session 8 a.m.–5 p.m. @ Stockton City Hall/County Admin Building/Fire Station 2

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New Member Orientation 11:00 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room

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(Combined November and December Board Meeting) Chamber Board Meeting 4 p.m.

The Haggin Museum 1201 Pershing Ave., Stockton Winter Diversity Mixer 5–7 p.m. @ The Haggin Museum 1201 N. Pershing Ave., Stockton GRC Meeting 7:30 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room Liaison Committee Meeting 8 a.m.–9 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room Refreshments with the Recyclers 11 a.m. @ Heritage Provisions at the Waterloo Gun & Bocce Club 4343 N. Ashley Ln., Stockton Executive Committee Meeting 7 a.m. @ Stockton Golf & Country Club Chamber Office Closed – Christmas & New Year’s Monday, Dec. 25 – Monday, Jan. 1, 2018 E SS K 4 SUCC NETWOR e th rtis for Contact Joe Cu d Times, ting Dates an ee M r be Decem g chamber.or joe@stockton LEARN LUNCH & is month No meeting th

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Rod Johnson Air & S lar

SERVING STOCKTON SINCE 1968!

Rod Johnson has been serving the San Joaquin area since 1968 by providing cool and warm comfort to homes and offices. Our mission at Rod Johnson Air & Solar is to provide 100% customer satisfaction by training our technicians and office staff to offer the best possible service.

We also provide back to our community by holding our annual Christmas Turkey Drive for the Stockton Food Bank. Last year we donated over 8,215 lbs. of turkeys. Please help us surpass that this year by donating. (Donations will be accepted until December 21st). For Donation inquiries please email: info@rodjohnsonair.com or give us a call at 209.931.4100.

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