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PRESENTED ON 18:
State of the City 2017
CONTENTS From Your President
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From Your CEO
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Programs and Public Policy 8 Cover Story
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News Briefs
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Ribbon Cutting
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Good News from the San Joaquin Partnership
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Leadership Stockton
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Events
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New Members
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April Mixer Photos
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Visit Stockton
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Calendar
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DON’T MISS! MAY NETWORKING MIXER 5:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. @ Residence Inn/Courtyard by Marriott 3252 W. March Ln., Stockton, CA 95219
STATE OF THE CITY 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. @ The Port of Stockton, Shed 20 Pre-Paid Reservations Only Tickets $40
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NETWORK 4 SUCCESS Meets every Thursday. Contact the Chamber for location and time. network4success@stocktonchamber.org LIAISON COMMITTEE Meets every 2nd Tuesday at 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. at Stockton Chamber Conference Room. www.stocktonchamber.org
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FROM YOUR 2016-17 PRESIDENT BY: BAKUL PATEL The 19th Annual State of the City, sponsored
CHAMBER OFFICERS PRESIDENT Bakul Patel, Dorfman Pacific Co. SR. VICE PRESIDENT Diane Vigil, Dameron Hospital Foundation
by our very own Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce and hosted by the Port of Stockton, is happening on May 18.
FINANCIAL VICE PRESIDENT Deitra R. Kenoly, The Record/San Joaquin Media Group VICE PRESIDENT Doug Dinjian, DiBuduo & DeFendis Insurance Agency, Inc. VICE PRESIDENT Dr. Lewis Gale, University of the Pacific - Eberhardt School of Business IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Judith Buethe, Judith Buethe Communications CHAMBER DIRECTORS Bob Berger, Cumulus Radio Becky M. Deal, Bank of Stockton Rick Goucher, CBRE, Inc. Erin Guy Castillo, Parish Guy Castillo, PLC Ryan Haggerty, Haggerty Construction, Inc. Chris Kay, ACE Rail Loretta Lee, Junior League of San Joaquin County Frank Lucas, Evergreen Professional Hypnotherapy Dr. Robert Melrose, Brookside Optometric Group David Meier, Pacific Gas & Electric Company Laura Ochoa-Sanchez, San Joaquin Delta College Laura Pinkerton, Community Business Bank Victor Randolph, Never Boring Design Associates Kay G. Ruhstaller, Family Resource & Referral Center Bob Young, NCPGA Foundation CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Douglass W. Wilhoit, Jr.
209.292.8432
PROGRAM & PUBLIC POLICY DIRECTOR Frank Ferral 209.292.8428 SPECIAL EVENTS DIRECTOR LEADERSHIP STOCKTON DIRECTOR Timm Quinn 209.292.8423
Don't miss this wonderful event as we welcome
BAKUL PATEL
and hear from our newly elected Mayor Tubbs and Port of Stockton Commission Chairwoman Dr. Elizabeth Blanchard.
This event is a great opportunity, especially for those of us in the business community, to find out the plans and general vision Mayor Michael Tubbs has for the city. Be sure to arrive early to connect with and meet the sponsors at their booths, and to learn about the many City of Stockton departments and their various programs. I would personally like to thank the sponsors of this major event and look forward to seeing you on May 18. Check out the Chamber website to get your tickets before it's too late, as I expect it to be a sellout event this year. On another note, I would like to give a shout out to The City of Stockton as well as Barbara and Tim Daly for their efforts in promoting Stockton with the fantastic Stockton is Home videos that showcase some of the wonderful people that live and work in this city.
OFFICE MANAGER Lia Her 209.292.8421
Check out the Stockton is Home Facebook page and share with friends and
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR Joe Curtis 209.292.8439
family. Google Stockton is Home if you haven't seen some of the great leaders
PROGRAM COORDINATOR GREEN TEAM/FRESH Mario Supnet 209.292.8436 SCAP ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR Christy Hang 209.292.8433 SCAP EMPLOYMENT SPECIALISTS My Duong 209.292.8435 Felicia Hurtado 209.292.8434 Jeffrey Natividad 209.292.8425 Chris Rivera 209.292.8440 Dennis Thao 209.292.8424
share their stories. Examples of Stocktonians featured include Dr. Pamela Eibeck, President of University of the Pacific; Peter Jaffe, Stockton Symphony’s Conductor and Music Director; and Joelle Gomez, CEO from the Children’s Home of Stockton, to name a few. In closing, I am looking forward to seeing you at the Port for Mayor Michael Tubbs' first State of the City speech.
SCAP ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Karina Meza 209.547.2770 BEA COORDINATOR Open 209.292.8430 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT EVENTS Danielle Zoller 209.292.8422 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Lorice Harrison 209.292.8427 RECEPTIONIST Mandee Reiswig
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PUBLISHER Stockton Chamber of Commerce 209.547.2770 GRAPHIC DESIGN Never Boring 209.526.9136 ADVERTISING Victor Randolph
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PRINTING & MAILING The Parks Group
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Thank you to all the Stockton Chamber Members, Stockton Chamber Board of Directors, Stockton Chamber Staff, Leadership Stockton Class & Alumni, and community members who stepped up and helped us collect over 1,800 hardboiled eggs to donate to Sierra Vista area children for their Easter celebration. A special thank you to Food 4 Less/Rancho San Miguel, Stockton/San Joaquin Emergency Food Bank, St. Mary’s Dining Hall, and Stockton Golf & Country Club for your help in making this possible.
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FROM YOUR CEO BY: DOUG WILHOIT planning next year, which will be held at Elkhorn Golf Club. When signup time arrives, please do so quickly because it fills up fast. May 18 is the Chamber/Port of Stockton Annual State of the City and that is how I bring back the story behind the photo and the quote and how I look at this important day in Stockton! I will simply say that, for the past 49 years, I have worked for and with some wonderful leaders at all levels! Be it with the Stockton Police Department, the County of San Joaquin, the State Youthful Offender Board, and now for the past 18 years, your Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce. In each organization, I have always felt the sense of family and the As you know, from time to time I like to change my photo to fit the
joys, successes, trials and tribulations that come within all families.
article, the season, or just to have fun. That is one of the things I truly
One thing that has been constant as I experienced my own “newness”
enjoy about working with a great crew (family) here at your Greater
in “these families” or watched others become part of them is that the
Stockton Chamber of Commerce.
very best entered to learn so that they could do a better job and did not
Henry Ford believed that, “Coming together is a beginning;
come in with the attitude that they had all the answers. They built upon
keeping together is progress; working together is success.” After a
the experience of others, were open to constructive criticism or good
few words on the past two great Chamber and community months, I
suggestions, and depended on those who were willing to tell them what
will explain how the above quotations have been tied together in my
they had to hear and not what they wanted to hear, as my dear departed
professional life over the past 46 years.
friend and County Counsel, John Cheadle, taught me my first day on
March and April were very busy months here at your Chamber, and May will be as well. Each month’s Chamber and community events show how well so many people work together, which is so wonderful to watch. The REXPO XIII held at the Stockton Hilton was a huge success and we thank all our sponsors, exhibitors, speakers/panelists and most of all the attendees. The Semi Annual BEA/Outback Scholarship Luncheon held on
the 7th floor in 1979. The photo up top is an example of the “Chamber Family” working and playing together to move the Chamber and community forward in a positive manner! Each new president, like all leaders I worked with in the city, county, and state, comes into office with a little hesitancy of what to expect and a little self-doubt if they are up to the task, but all 17
April 12 was another success and we thank all who helped make it happen.
presidents I have worked for understood it was a team (family) effort
The hits just keep on coming for on April 20 the Chamber FRESH
of President, Executive Committee, Board of Directors, committees,
(Fitness Rejuvenates Employee Sustainability and Health) Symposium
volunteers, members, and staff that makes it truly work. All working
was held at the Stockton Hilton and all who attended came away with a
together, they left office shining like stars and an example to all (see,
“FRESH” new outlook on their own and workplace health.
I told you so, Bakul). I thank each of them for that! They are all an
And Leadership Stockton, under the guidance of Timm Quinn, is truly doing a great job this year on their class project. The class has
important part of my family! We all look forward to hearing from Mayor Michael Tubbs at his
moved the bar even higher. Applications for the next class are now
first Chamber State of the City and we wish him, the entire City
being accepted and I recommend LS to all.
Council, and City Staff much success in the future as we all bring
What can I say about the Chamber Annual Golf Tournament, but
Stockton to the level it must be for all! Hopefully you will attend the
“when the going gets tough, the tough get going!” The gusts of wind up
May 18 State of the City and we shall all leave from the event with a
to 30 MPH did not “sway” the Reserve staff, the players, Chamber staff
newfound spirit of togetherness and working together in a spirit of
or the wonderful volunteers and sponsors from having a great time and
cooperation and, most of all, the feeling of family.
I’m so proud of all of you. This is always a fun event and we are already
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Steve Reeves Steve began his insurance career in 1977 after graduating from UOP and later joined his father’s agency, the Reeves Company, in 1982. He specializes in commercial insurance for construction and manufacturing clients, personal lines, surety bonds and group health. He has earned the Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) and Associate in Risk Management (ARM) professional designations. Sreeves@dibu.com
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PROGRAMS AND PUBLIC POLICY BY: DIBS Great Program, New Name For many years, you've known us as Commute Connection. Over the last year, and with valuable feedback and
Don't miss the next FRESH meeting: Thursday, May 11, 9 a.m. @ Chamber Conference Room RSVP attendance to gogreen@stocktonchamber.org
insight from our business community and users, we've relaunched as Dibs... your partner in Smart Travel. Dibs does more than just give you directions. We offer transportation options, incentives, tips, and even emergency rides home. We also bring carpool and vanpool participants together. You want easy options designed to fit your needs. We’re your portal to save you money, reduce road congestion and improve air quality.
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Contact your waste service provider for available options in your area, or for more information, click or call: (209) 468-3066 If you meet the threshold* of AB 341, you must have a recycling program in place. Additionally, your waste hauler must provide you with recycling options upon request. *Assembly Bill (AB) 341 states that businesses and public entities producing 4 cubic yards or more of solid waste per week, and multi-family complexes with 5 or more units, MUST have a recycling program in place.
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STATE CITY OF THE
PRESENTED ON MAY 18 By Jacqui D. Sinarle
Another year of progress in the City of Stockton will be celebrated at the 19th Annual State of the City on May 18, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce and hosted by the Port of Stockton, this high-profile event showcases
American to serve as mayor of Stockton and at 26 is the youngest to govern a U.S. city with 300,000 or more residents. In an uplifting speech discussing the future of Stockton, the mayor will outline his priorities for the city with a focus on economic development, public safety, and opportunities for our youth. “It’s time to focus on our future,” Tubbs said. “Stockton is at a
our city’s economic, educational and cultural development, as
turning point; we have an incredible opportunity to shape what this
well as plans for upcoming projects. In addition to information
city will look like for the next 50 years and beyond. It’s a time for our
on current issues and the future of Stockton, the event will feature
city to say ‘yes’ to new opportunities.”
exhibits showcasing the critical and inspiring services available to the community.
crime through data driven solutions. He will also introduce new
Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs and Stockton Port Commission Chair Dr. Elizabeth Blanchard will be headlining this exciting event. This year will mark the first State of the City address for newlyelected Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs. He is the first African-
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In his speech the mayor will outline efforts to reduce violent
Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce
partnerships focused on job growth and youth services. This speech will also include exciting special announcements regarding new programs that will benefit the city. The mayor will deliver a unique state of the city, one that this city will be proud of.
In her State of the Port address, Port Commission Chair
“We continue to invest in our infrastructure in order to secure
Dr. Elizabeth Blanchard will talk about the Port’s accomplishments
the future of the thousands of family-wage jobs that depend on the
and what the future holds.
activities at the Port of Stockton,” Dr. Blanchard continues.
“The Port is proud to host the State of the City and of our role
Projects in varying stages of negotiation would, if successfully
as an economic engine for the City of Stockton as well as for the
concluded, involve over $1.8 billion in investments and create nearly
San Joaquin Valley as a whole,” said Dr. Blanchard, who notes that
700 jobs. While it’s unlikely that every project will move forward,
roughly 5,500 jobs result from activities at the Port.
the Port recognizes the importance of continuing its efforts to be a
“The Port has had its three best years (in terms of tonnage) in a row and we look forward to another successful year in 2017,” Dr.
source of jobs for the city and region. The 19th Annual State of the City will be held at Port of Stockton,
Blanchard said. “However, we recognize the Port is not immune to
Shed 20. Doors will open at 10:30 a.m. and lunch, catered by
the impacts of the global economy, as we discovered roughly ten
Papapavlos Bistro & Bar, will be served at 12 noon.
years ago. As a result, the Port has been actively seeking to diversify
Tickets are $40 per person, prepaid reservations only (no will
our cargo mix, while our Properties Group is working to secure
call). For more information, call the Chamber at 209.547.2770 or
long-term lease/investment commitments that will be less volatile
visit stocktonchamber.org.
than our Maritime Group.”
STATE OF THE CITY 2017 SPONSORS (as of 4/12/17) PLATINUM: A.G. Spanos Companies ACE Rail American Medical Response Associated Builders and Contractors- Northern California Bank of Stockton California Water Service Co. Carpenters Local Union 152 Central Valley Business Journal Comcast CSU Stanislaus- Stockton Center Dameron Hospital - Occupational Health & Employer Services Delta Sierra Beverage Financial Center Credit Union Greater Stockton Employer Advisory Council Grupe Commercial Company Haggerty Construction, Inc. Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin Humphreys University
Kaiser Permanente Lodi Health Merino Computer Concepts Metro PCS Nelson Staffing/Nelson & Associates Neumiller & Beardslee Port of Stockton Premier Staffing San Joaquin Building Trades Council San Joaquin County Office of Education San Joaquin County WorkNet/ San Joaquin County EDA San Joaquin Delta College San Joaquin Partnership, Inc. San Joaquin Regional Transit District (RTD) St. Joseph's Medical Center Stockton Heat Sutter Gould Medical Foundation
The Record/San Joaquin Media Group United Way of San Joaquin County University of the Pacific Visit Stockton Waste Management Wells Fargo GOLD: BAC Community Bank Chevron Corporation F&M Bank Oak Valley Community Bank SILVER: DiBuduo & DeFendis Insurance Agency, Inc. Dorfman Pacific Co., Inc. G Force Productions Stockton East Water District Ulmer Photo
TABLE: CBRE, Inc. Downtown Stockton Alliance Lincoln Center NorCal NECA (National Electrical Contractors Association) San Joaquin County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce San Joaquin Regional Transit District (RTD) Stockton Unified School District Visit Stockton SPECIAL THANKS TO: American Medical Response Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce Staff Port of Stockton Staff Republic Services
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NEWS BRIEFS Submission Guidelines: News Briefs must be submitted before the first of each month to schamber@stocktonchamber.org. Please put “PORT O CALL” in the subject line. Submissions must be no longer than 50 words total and should include contact information. News Briefs will be included on a space available basis and may be edited for content.
United Way Power of One Luncheon May 23 Don’t miss the 15th Annual Power of One – Women Making A
Representative, he will be responsible for managing client relationships with non-deposit investments and developing
Difference Luncheon on May 23, at the Hilton Stockton at
opportunities to market non-deposit investments, in addition to
10:30 a.m. Individual tickets are $50 each and sponsorships are
new business development throughout the Merced, Stanislaus
available. The Keynote speaker is T. Denise Manning, and the Power
and San Joaquin counties. Faust can be reached directly at
of One Committee will be awarding its Twelfth Annual “Community
209.269.6130.
Star” award to Gina Valadez. The net proceeds of this event will be donated to United Way’s Community Council projects. Please do not
Ducky Derby & Public Safety Day Get your ducks in a row and
hesitate to call Donna Ng at 209.320.6206 to reserve your individual
support The Child Abuse Prevention
tickets or sponsorship. This will be a sold-out event!
Council by attending the 4th annual Ducky Derby and Public Safety
Central Valley Community Bank Announces Robert Faust as New Investment Representative
Day, to be held at Weber Point in Downtown Stockton on May 13.
James M. Ford, President and Chief Executive Officer of Central Valley
Public Safety Day is from 10 a.m. -
Community Bank (CVCB), announced
4 p.m., Duck Race begins at 2 p.m. Ducks will be available to adopt at
the addition of Robert Faust, Investment
Robert Faust
Representative, who is a dual employee
various locations throughout San Joaquin County, online at
of Central Valley Community Bank and
www.CAPCducks.com as well as at the event (prior to 2 p.m.) for $5
Investment Centers of America, Inc.
each. Prizes will be awarded to the top ten winners and first place
Faust brings 28 years of sales and marketing experience, and
this year is a CASH prize of $1,000!
10 years of financial planning to CVCB. In his role as Investment
RIBBON CUTTINGS Attending Board Members: Bob Berger, Cumulus Radio; Bob Young, NCPGA Foundation; Loretta Lee, Junior League of San Joaquin; Victor Randolph, Never Boring Attending Ambassadors: Bryan Meadows, Stockton Ports; Carol Clemons, Angel’s Caring Helpers; Cathy Douma, Minuteman Press of Stockton; Denise Edwards, Dignity Health; Gloria Blaine, Basket Caravan; Jeff Shirk, Dynamic Leadership Tools; Katherine Edens, University of the Pacific; Luke Johnson, Stockton Ports; Margarette Hurley, Realty Roundup; Patty Heinemann, Creative Vision Printing; Roy Nightengale, 105.9 the Bull; Sarah Ghormley, 105.9 The Bull; Scott Galbraith, Leaders Lead Globally; Scott Grafius, Steele Insurance Agency; Teri Manley, Stop the Presses
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FROM THE
GOOD NEWS
19.1 percent of Bay Area workers were employed in high-tech
Why Stockton Will Become the Center of the NorCal Megaregion
sectors in 2014. High-tech employment in the Bay Area has
The Northern California Megaregion includes three of the fastest growing counties in the state. San Joaquin, Santa Clara, and Yolo counties were ranked second through fourth,
grown by 18.7 percent since 2007, giving it the biggest percentage increase of high-tech employment of any California region. Educational attainment continues to be the major issue
respectively, in 2015 percentage population growth—all with a
preventing companies from expanding to all parts of the NorCal
1.3 percent annual increase and the forecast is a doubling of these
Megaregion. In 2014, 70 percent of the Bay Area workforce had
counties by 2040. This will shift the center of the Megaregion
obtained some type of post-high school education where only
from the Bay Area to Stockton.
49 percent in the Northern San Joaquin Valley. Talking to the
Stockton can become the center for these new technology jobs within this growing NorCal Megaregion as a future result of this interconnected technology adoption process. However, to be
Silicon Valley companies, I get the response that “you don’t have enough talent” or “our people don’t live there." Our answer is the development of planned communities which
successful we must increase the educational levels of our children
are sprouting up throughout San Joaquin County in which
and this growing labor force to reach the jobs and business
you can live, work, play and belong, creating a better economic
opportunities afforded by this new tech economy.
quality of life for all.
LEADERSHIP STOCKTON BY: TIMM QUINN Education Session
James Mousalimas, County Superintendent of Schools, San Joaquin
Leadership Level Sponsor: Financial Center Credit Union
County Office of Education (SJCOE), welcomed the class and gave
Session Sponsor: San Joaquin County Office of Education
a quick overview of the SJCOE mission and what a County Office of
Education plays a vital role in the future economic prosperity of San Joaquin County, so a hands-on look at education was the
Education does. Next up, the class heard from Head Start of San Joaquin Director Leticia Sida. Then they got a treat and heard all about the new
perfect way to begin the day. The day began with the class divided among 11 schools throughout Stockton. They spent the morning shadowing the principal, learning about their particular school, and their successes
Discovery Challenge Academy. Two Discovery Academy students joined the class and shared their story. What an amazing program! After a short break, the class heard from Brandie Brunni on Special Education and all the services SJCOE offers for those with special
and challenges. At lunchtime, the Leadership Stockton class gathered at the San
needs. Kathy Focacci and some students spoke next on the Venture
Joaquin County Office of Education for the remainder of the day.
Academy Family of Schools. The day ended with a quick tour and
A working lunch covered some of the questions and revelations the
presentation on Information Technology from Jim Thomas. Thank you to James Mousalimas and Kelly Fry for coordinating and
class had based on their school site visits. After lunch, the class got a guided tour of the San Joaquin
facilitating the afternoon portion of the session, to each of the schools
Regional Conservation Corps and all the great things they do out at
for graciously opening up their campuses for our Leadership Stockton
the Office of Education and in the community. Following the tour
visitors, and to all of our speakers and panelists for the day.
@
Timm Quinn: tquinn@stocktonchamber.org 209.292.8423
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EVENTS BY: TIMM QUINN Business Awards Luncheon 2017
Business Awards 2017 Sponsors
Join us on June 1, at 11:30 a.m., at the Hilton Stockton, 2323
Platinum: Dameron Hospital Financial Center Credit Union Port of Stockton
Grand Canal Blvd., as we honor local business leaders and companies for their achievements and contributions to our community. We will also be honoring our yearly Volunteer Hall of Fame award winners and 25, 50, and 75 year Chamber members.
Gold: San Joaquin Delta College
Luncheon tickets are $40 per person by May 25, and $45 each thereafter. For more information, call 209.547.2770.
Silver: Dorfman Pacific Co., Inc. F&M Bank JaniTek Cleaning Solutions The Record/San Joaquin Media Group United Way of San Joaquin County Visit Stockton
June Business Showcase & Tradeshow Mixer Sign up now for the Thurs., June 1 Business Showcase & Tradeshow Mixer at the Hilton Stockton, 2323 Grand Canal Blvd. Expose your products and services to over 300 business attendees, meet some new people, and grow your business. Tables are just $250
Table: Humphreys University
for Chamber Members. The theme for this year will be 1970s Disco. There are only a few tables left, so sign up now!
As of 4/10/17
To sign up or receive more information, please call Danielle Zoller at 209.292.8422 or e-mail her at danielle@stocktonchamber.org.
Annual Installation 2017 Sponsors Platinum: Dorfman Pacific Co., Inc. Kaiser Permanente Port of Stockton San Joaquin Delta College
Annual Installation Dinner 2017 One of the highlights of our year is the Chamber’s Annual Installation Dinner. Join us on June 22 as we gather at the Brookside Country Club, 3603 St. Andrews Dr., to thank Bakul Patel of
Gold: F&M Bank Moss Adams, LLP United Way of San Joaquin County
Dorfman Pacific, Co., Inc. for his outstanding performance as Chamber President from 2016-2017, and to welcome Diane Vigil, Dameron Hospital Foundation, as our 2017-2018 President. The evening will include an installation ceremony of our new Board
Silver: DiBuduo & DeFendis Insurance Agency, Inc. JaniTek Cleaning Solutions St. Joseph's Medical Center Stockton East Water District The Record/San Joaquin Media Group
Members and Officers and the presentation of awards. No host cocktails begin at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:45 p.m. Reservations are required and space is limited. Sponsorships are still available. For more information, call Timm Quinn at 209.292.8423 or e-mail tquinn@stocktonchamber.org.Â
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VISIT STOCKTON BY: ROBYN F. CHESHIRE NCAA Stockton Regional - Thank you! At the end of March, Visit Stockton and University of the Pacific
Stockton Song Contest Winners Announced Congratulations to Brandon James and
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Regional drew crowds to the Stockton Arena from far and wide. Over
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Brandon won the grand prize for his song
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Women’s Basketball Regionals attendance. The success of the event was possible because of the dedicated staff, volunteers, and members of
Times won the fan favorite prize with their
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the Stockton community who pulled together to make things happen.
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the contest. Stay tuned for performance
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dates and the premiere of Brandon’s
the student athletes, and their fans and families.
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An exciting close to this historic event for Stockton came when South Carolina took home the National Championship in Dallas on Apr. 2! Congratulations, Lady Gamecocks!
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New Member Orientation 11 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room May Networking Mixer 5:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. @ Residence Inn/Courtyard by Marriott 3252 West March Lane, Stockton, CA 95219 Green Team San Joaquin Meeting 9 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room FRESH Meeting 9 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room GRC Meeting 7:30 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room Executive Committee Meeting 7 a.m. @ Stockton Golf & Country Club Lunch & Learn 11:30 a.m., Speaker: Matt Martinez, Heartland Payment Systems @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room
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