TORRANCE MAGAZINE - OCTOBER 2012 CENTENNIAL ISSUE! by Torrance Chamber of Commerce

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In this Issue

Our Notes:

DEPARTMENTS Notes from the Publishers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Chairman’s Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 A Special Note on TACC & Social Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 TACC Board of Directors & Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Chamber Exec’s Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

CELEBRATING TORRANCE Robinson Helicopter Co., In Torrance for 40 years . . . . . . .6 Pelican Products – A Company That’s Very Pro-Torrance . .8 Providence – Excellence & Compassion a Tradition . . . . .9 ExxonMobil – Making History Since 1929 . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Kaiser Permanente – Serving Torrance for 60 Years . . 12-13 LeTip – A Tip for Business Success . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 El Camino College – Serving the So. Bay for 65 Years . . .14 Farmer Brothers Raise a Cup to 100 Years . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Torrance Memorial Looking Back & Moving Forward . .16 Spirit Cruises Celebrating for 50 Years . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 CSUDH – A Vital Resource . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Toyota – In Torrance for 30 Years . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-21

FROM CONGRESS Congresswoman Hahn to Deliver State of the Region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS POLIC Y Experts Weigh-in to Inform Policy Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

CIT Y OF TORRANCE Message From the Mayor, Frank Scotto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

FROM TUSD Remember our Past, Forging a Successful Future . . . . . 26

CHAMBER HIGHLIGHTS Ambassador Spotlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Leadership Torrance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

CHAMBER EVENTS An Evening Under the Stars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

UPCOMING EVENTS Chamber Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Community Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

RIBBON CUTTINGS

Not long after Torrance was founded, a number of businesses realized this city had the potential to become great, and that it did. The city was close to a port, with an exquisite ocean backdrop, green hills, nearby mountains, Sue Moylan and Pat Sandt, oil, and near Hollywood and Green Ink Marketing Los Angeles to attract scores of visitors from all over the globe. Torrance was not just a spot on a map; it was the future home to many visionary businesses. With perfect climate, a good location, progressive thinking, and good leadership, the city prospered, and it soon became apparent that Torrance needed an organization to represent the interests of its business community. Whether a small mom-and-pop shop, or a large industry or corporation, the purpose of this organization was to create a strong and influential impact on the economy and be the voice of business before government. That voice became the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) and 73 years later it is still the advocate for Torrance area businesses. In this issue, we present some businesses that were started in Torrance and others that made Torrance their new home. Young or old, these organizations have been in Torrance and with TACC for many years — the oldest member has been with the Chamber for over 67 years! Read about their Torrance beginnings, the move of Toyota Motor Sales USA, Inc. (30 in Torrance), Robinson Helicopter Co. (39), Pelican Products (36), Farmer Brothers (100!), ExxonMobil’s Torrance Refinery (83), El Camino College (65), Torrance Memorial Medical Center (87), Spirit Cruises (50), Kaiser Permanente South Bay (60), and Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance (56). Regardless of industry, size, or origin, today their employees live in our neighborhoods, and their children attend TUSD; they are the make-up of this great City of Torrance. Happy 100th Torrance! We’re so glad we had a chance to celebrate with you, and want to thank you for giving our member businesses a home. The January 2013 issue will focus on GROWING BUSINESS. Be part of it! Reserve your space now; submittals due December 3rd. Publishing date will be January 15th. Sue Moylan and Pat Sandt, Co-Publishers, Torrance Magazine

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NEWS BRIEFS Torrance Memorial Shines a Light for Grieving . . . . . . . . 32 SBESC Easing the Ride to Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 U.S. Dept. of Ed. Grant Extension to CSUDH Scholars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Raytheon’s Brian Arnold Joins Operation Homefront . . . . 33 Convaid Donates Over $40,000 to Nicaragua Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Landi Renzo USA & Reading Equipment & Distribution Partnership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 YMCA Thanks Supporters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

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This Month’s Cover: Kirk Rossberg and Margie Cambra pushing Torrance Bakery cake float in the Hometown Centennial Parade. Photograph by Jordan Garcia.

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UPCOMING DEADLINES For the January 2013 Issue: Growing Business! Article/Advertising Space Reservation: December 3, 2012 Distribution Date: January 15, 2013

CONTACT US: Advertising: See www.Torrance-Magazine.com or Contact AdSales@Torrance-Magazine.com or 310.317.0841 Articles: Pat Sandt, at Submittals@Torrance-Magazine.com or 310.373.2880 General Information/Marketing Services: Sue Moylan, at info@GreenInkMarketing.com or 310.539.2235 TACC Contact: info@TorranceChamber.com or 310.540.5858 The Torrance Magazine focuses on business stories, events, and who’s who profiles that are of interest to Torrance Chamber of Commerce members and others doing business in the South Bay area. The editorial is positive, information-packed, exclusive news: a diverse mix of feature stories on Torrance and South Bay movers and shakers, businesses, events, local industries, government and business economic development strategies and outlooks.

A M E S S A G E F RO M T H E C H A I R M A N O F T H E B O A R D

Then, Now, and in the Future: Success Requires A Set Course Last month many Torrance residents lined the streets of Old Torrance to watch the Centennial Parade and attend the dedication of the Centennial Plaza. On behalf of the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce, I would like to congratulate the City for their constant dedication in truly making Torrance a balanced city. It was an incredible day! I couldn’t think of Torrance’s history without reflecting upon our Chamber’s history. Founded in 1939, the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC), is a membership organization of approximately 752 businesses. Its mission is to create a strong local economy by being the voice of business before government, providing networking opportunities to its members, promoting the community and taking political action. Through these actions, we help business members to grow and promote collaboration; thus assuring prosperity for the Torrance area. As one of the leading accredited Chambers of Commerce in the nation, the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce offers innovative programs designed to strengthen businesses and ensure economic growth in the South Bay. Committed to being a valuable resource to its members, the Chamber offers networking events, vital business education and training, and opportunities for visible community involvement. The Chamber also maintains a strong legislative

advocacy program, voicing the needs of its membership and helping to establish a favorable business climate on local, state, and federal levels. Southern California Edison AARON AALCIDES (SCE) became a member of 2012-2013 TACC TACC in 1945. SCE is one of Chairman of the Board the largest electric utilities in California, serving more than 14 million people in a 50,000 square-mile area of central, coastal and Southern California, excluding the City of Los Angeles and certain other cities. It was Ted Porter from SCE who brought the idea of the AdoptA-School Program to the Chamber, 30 years ago. We all work hand-in-hand with the City to make Torrance a wonderful place in which to live and work. There is a mutual respect between the Chamber and the City as each strives to accomplish their goals. Congratulations to the City of Torrance for celebrating their Centennial and thank you to Southern California Edison for being a 67 year Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce member!

A Special Note on Social Media, Privacy and Photography at Chamber Events By Karl Schmidt, Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce General Counsel

s blogging, social media and web advertising are relatively recent arrivals in our culture, every legal issue they raise has the veneer of “new and unique.” Often, however, well settled legal principles are applicable to inform and direct the actions of the parties who are involved, and practical, straightforward solutions are appropriate. For example, in recognition of potential legal issues, the Burning Man Festival obtains a joint ownership interest with its attendees in the copyrights to any photographs taken at the event. Attendees also agree to make only “personal use” of such photographs (“personal” means the attendees will not upload the images with the intent to publicly display them beyond one’s immediate network, and one’s immediate network

is not inordinately large). The festival states that these terms are intended to protect the event from commercialization and to protect the privacy of the attendees. Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce supports the use of cell phones and such photography during events, but also restricts it for unauthorized, non-TACC commercial or other non-personal use. Our TACC members should feel free to attend TACC events without concern that their names and/or likenesses will be appropriated and published by anyone other than the Chamber without their knowledge or permission on commercial or other websites available to the general public.

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TACC Board of Directors and Staff 2012-2013 Executive Board of Directors

Carmen Freeland Daily Breeze Judy Gibson Strategic Technology Sources, Inc.

CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD Aaron Aalcides Aalcides Enterprises CHAIR ELECT Sherry Kramer Continental Development Corporation IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR Tara O’Brien Kaiser Permanente

Peter Issa CapitalSource Bank Robert Katherman Katherman Co. & Water Replenishment District of So. California Craig Leach Torrance Memorial Medical Center

VICE CHAIR OF FINANCE Cathy Towers Bank of Manhattan, NA

Marcella Low Southern California Gas Company

VICE CHAIR OF GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS Charles Gale Jr. Metropolitan Water District of Southern California VICE CHAIR OF INTERNAL OPERATIONS Linda Amato DoubleTree by Hilton Torrance - South Bay VICE CHAIR OF REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Pablo Borgnino Exxon Mobil Corporation VICE CHAIR OF MEMBERSHIP Dan Thomas Telepacific Communications

Ellenmary Michel Pelican Products, Inc. Sue Moylan Crest Marketing, Inc. Shirley Pe All Yellow Cab Pam Ryan Torrance Marriott Greg Saks CSU Dominguez Hills Pat Sandt Green Ink Marketing

VICE CHAIR OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND PUBLICITY Heidi Cunningham Kelly Services

Theresa Stanberry Stanberry Laundry Co., LLC Joshua Thomas South Bay Equity Lending

GENERAL COUNSEL Karl Schmidt Parker, Milliken, Clark, O’Hara & Samuelian, APC

Tracy Underwood Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

VICE CHAIR OF FOUNDATION and LEADERSHIP TORRANCE Mark Waronek Ek & Ek

TACC Staff Donna Duperron President and CEO

2012 – 2013 Board of Directors

Maria Applegate Marketing Coordinator

Joe Ahn Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems Sector Communications

Kelly Hernandez Membership Coordinator

Karin Baker American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

Shatera Luna Projects Manager

Laurie Brandt Red Car Brewery & Restaurant

Brian Rosario Government Affairs Coordinator

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About Torrance Magazine Torrance (ISSN #0194-5491) Published by the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce with Green Ink Marketing. Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce 3400 Torrance Blvd., Ste 100, Torrance, CA 90503. (310) 540-5858; Green Ink Marketing, Sue Moylan and Pat Sandt, Mailing Address (No Deliveries Accepted): 2785 Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste. 312 Torrance, CA 90505 310.539.2235. Subscription rates: $20.00 per year. E-mail: Info@GreenInkMarketing.com Send address changes to: Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce c/o Torrance Magazine 3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100 Torrance, CA 90503 Tel: 310.540.5858 All rights reserved. Trademarked. ARTICLES: Torrance Magazine is published quarterly and mailed to TACC members and distributed to selected businesses in the community. The publishers welcome written queries regarding articles for possible publications. Articles are subject to editing and are included on an “as space permits basis” at the discretion of the Publisher, Editors and Editorial Board. ITEMS: Material and photos for inclusion must be received 30 days in advance of the quarterly publication date. Reproduction, in whole or in part without written permission, is prohibited. Photos and articles not returned. DISCLAIMER: All reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in Torrance Magazine. The publisher accepts no responsibility for damage arising directly or as a consequence of the use or publication of inaccurate or missing information. The opinions and/or claims expressed by contributors and advertisers are their own, and are not necessarily shared or supported by Torrance Magazine, Green Ink Marketing, its staff, TACC, Board of Directors, or management. Editorial content is intended as general information, and not as specific legal or financial advice; for such, readers are advised to consult professionals in the appropriate field. The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce and Green Ink Marketing assume no responsibility resulting from the advertising contained in the publication. Printed on FSC Certified Paper with Soy-Based Inks.

CHAMBER EXEC’S MESSAGE or those who live, work or play in our community, we continue to be thankful for those who were optimistic about the future of the city of Torrance. Their faith and confidence generated long range plans for orderly growth and development.

.................................................................................................................................... This year, as the City of Torrance celebrates its Centennial, we recognize those who made a commitment to be involved in finding the needs of the area and those who worked together to help solve the needs in order to create a balanced city. Although the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1939, the city of Torrance and the Chamber share a core belief that commerce, jobs and economic growth are crucial to the ultimate success of the overall community. Through a wide range of programs and services, the Chamber provides its members with ways to improve their operations, grow their sales, and enhance the skills and effectiveness of their people. The most important segment of the chamber of commerce is its membership and active volunteer leaders. The chamber represents the most in-depth reservoir of talent in the community. If you examine the make-up and diversity of the many task forces, programs, committees and the Board of Directors, I think you will be amazed. No public or private group could afford to pay for the talent or expertise given by volunteers through the chamber in any one year. These people bring together immeasurable knowledge and expertise from

their various segments of the business community to solve problems and accomplish community improvement. Perhaps one of the most reassuring observations of chamber work is that often times fierce competitors join hands to work together for the entire community’s benefit. Torrance is a dynamic community which is rapidly becoming more mature and much more sophisticated in its lifestyle and in its business environment. Torrance’s horizon continues to reflect a golden glow with great promise for the future. The leadership of the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce has determined that this community will continue to improve, progress and prosper. The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce is what we want it to be and what the active members make it each year. Take a look at the people…and the activities of the Chamber. There is always room for new ideas and innovative programs. So come get involved and help make this year one in which we have greater participation and improved programs for a bigger membership and an even better community!

DONNA DUPERRON President and CEO Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce

CO N TAC T I N F O R M AT I O N Ambassadors Mentoring new chamber members Theresa Stanberry stanberrylaundry@yahoo.com

GAP Government Affairs Policy Group Charles Gale Jr. - cgalej@mwdh2o.com

Green Torrance Committee Pat Sandt - Pat@GreenInkMarketing.com

HR Professionals Human Resources Professionals of Torrance Heidi Cunningham cunniha@kellyservices.com

Networking at Noon Our most popular networking lunches TACC - info@torrancechamber.com

PROFS Professional Roundtable of Financial Services Candy Messer - Candy@abandp.com

Tech Pros Technology Professionals of Torrance

Perhaps one of the most reassuring observations of chamber work is that often times fierce competitors join hands to work together for the entire community’s benefit.

Dan Thomas - danthomas@telepacific.com

To maximize your exposure in the community, or, to request more information, call the Chamber at (310) 540-5858. We will meet with you to create a customized plan to help your business train for success. We want you to succeed and we are able to provide the tools to help you do just that! TO R R A N C E M A G A Z I N E

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Robinson Helicopter Company A TO R R A N C E R E S I D E N T F O R N E A R LY 4 0 Y E A R S In 1973, determined to build a personal helicopter, Frank Robinson founded Robinson Helicopter Company in his Palos Verdes home. In 1975, having completed the design of his two-place piston helicopter, he moved the company to a tin hangar on the Torrance Airport. There, Frank and a handful of employees assembled the first R22 prototype. In August 1975, the R22 took its first flight and four years later on March 16, 1979, the FAA awarded Robinson Helicopter Company the Type Certificate for the R22. That same year, Robinson moved into a 44,000 square-foot manufacturing facility located at the northeast end of the airport. With a small but steady backlog of orders, Robinson hired 100 workers and began producing one R22 per week. Within a decade, the R22 became the world’s top-selling light helicopter. When Robinson introduced the fourplace R44 in 1992, sales doubled and production demands quickly increased. Robinson wanted to expand and seriously considered leaving Torrance. After careful consideration and with strong support from the City, Frank elected to stay at the Torrance Airport, a decision that would prove to be mutually beneficial.

Robinson’s Flight Test Ramp at Torrance Airport

Robinson has delivered over 10,000 helicopters and is the world’s leading producer of civilian helicopters. The company sells worldwide with exports consistently accounting for more than 60% of sales. Robinson Helicopter currently employs a local workforce of over 1300 people and all of Robinson’s products are wholly manufactured at its Torrance, California facility.

Robinson worked with then Torrance Mayor Katy Geissert on the expansion project. Their efforts resulted in a 260,000 square-foot facility that was completed in June 1994. In 2003, Robinson again expanded adding 224,000 square feet and more recently in 2010, with the certification of the five-place R66 Turbine, the company added an additional 133,000 square feet. Today, the factory is 617,000 square feet and occupies 28 acres on the Torrance airfield.

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Robinson Helicopter Company and its employees would like to thank the City of Torrance for its vision and unwavering support. On the occasion of the city’s centennial, Robinson congratulates Torrance and looks forward to a long and productive association. For more company information visit www.robinsonheli.com

Robinson Helicopter currently employs a local workforce of over 1300 people and all of Robinson’s products are wholly manufactured at its Torrance, California facility.

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Pelican Products—A Company That’s Very Pro-Torrance Torrance-based Pelican Products was founded in the garage of South Bay resident Dave Parker in 1976 where he made dive buoy markers, watertight flashlights and first aid kits. With a strong reputation for engineering an incredibly tough product and standing behind it, the company has grown exponentially due to its popularity among professionals across the globe in the most demanding environments. Today, under the leadership of President and CEO Lyndon Faulkner, Pelican manufactures hundreds of models of protective case solutions and advanced portable lighting systems, boasts a global workforce of nearly 1,200 employees, 5 global manufacturing facilities, and operates 26 offices in 19 countries. Additionally, the company has been named for the fourth year in a row to the Inc. 500/5000 list of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. As a responsible member of the community, Pelican has a corporate culture of giving back with either employee time or donations. Their latest activities include teaming up with Robinson Helicopter and the Torrance Fire Department by providing 3,000 flashlights to last November’s Torrance Centennial Light Show. Additionally, 150 Pelican employees, family and friends represented the company at the recent Revlon Run/Walk for Breast Cancer. From its founding Pelican has led the industry with innovative product designs. Most recently, their industry-

leading products have diversified into the consumer market with the Pelican ProGear™ line, which includes extremely tough Urban backpacks (the first Pelican Case you can wear), small electronics protection for tablets, laptops and iPhones©, Elite Coolers and advanced LED lighting systems. Pelican Produccts is a trusted brand in the most demanding markets – first responders, military, aerospace and industrial – because their products excel in the harshest conditions known to man. They’ve used the same tough Pelican DNA found in their commercial products to create a wide range of rugged products for consumers to use as protection for tablets, laptops, smart phones and cameras. Consumers also have access to world renowned lighting tools and the tough-as-nails performance of their all-new Pelican ProGear Elite Coolers, which feature an industry-first, lifetime guarantee. This new product line is also the subject of the company’s first television commercials on channels such as History, Discovery and NBC Sports, as well as high-profile print advertisements in magazines such as Outdoor Life and Men’s Journal. Visibility of the Pelican ProGear brand is also being driven through endorsements from top athletes, explorers and adventurers (Pelican Pros) who use the products and exemplify Pelican’s core values. All Pelican Pro profiles, videos and gear preferences are featured on www.pelicanprogear.com as well.

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Heading up the first Pelican Pros are: • Jeb Corliss – one of the world’s foremost BASE-jumpers and wingsuit pilots • Craig Sawyer – retired Navy SEAL, tactical trainer and advisor • Alexandra Cousteau – leading conservationist, Cousteau family legacy and founder of Blue Legacy • Mark Davis – renowned salt water fisherman and host of Big Water Adventures on the Outdoor Channel The Pelican ProGear line is just the tip of the iceberg. The company continues to execute an aggressive growth strategy by opening up new markets and rolling out new products and services. Their newest commercial venture is the Pelican BioPharma line of temperaturecontrolled transport cases for the pharmaceutical and medical industry. Additionally, Pelican continues to open new sales offices and distribution centers across the globe in order to quickly meet exploding demand. For more information visit www.pelican.com or www.PelicanProGear.com.

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Excellence and Compassion A Providence Tradition in Torrance In Torrance, the organization The City of Torrance was has expanded to include the nearly a half-century old in hospital’s top-rated Transitional 1957 when members of the Care Center, an out-patient Catholic Sisters of the Little diagnostic center, the soon-toCompany of Mary traveled from open Providence Breeze Chicago to finalize building Medical Plaza on Torrance plans for a new hospital. It was Boulevard and the ever-growJune of 1956 when Cardinal LIZ DUNNE ing Providence Medical Institute James McIntyre invited the Chief Executive physician foundation. Sisters to come to Torrance and build a hospital on 10 acres granted by The hospital also sponsors the Vasek the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Sister Polak Health Center and numerous other Magdalen said years later she rememprograms that provide health care to the bered her excitement at the adventure community’s under-served. Providence ahead as she traveled by plane to contributed $43.7 million in charity care California. The sisters recalled a warm and welcoming community, one that supported them – and continues to support the medical center today – as they built a state-of-the-art hospital. The project sat near the newly developing Southwood housing tract where houses were selling for about $14,000 and strawberries, chickens and cows were plentiful on nearby farms.

and outreach to those most in need in 2011, a tradition that continues. Now as Torrance celebrates its Centennial, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance looks to the next decades, partnering with the city to advance its special brand of quality and compassionate health care. With nearly 2,100 employees and 900 physicians on staff today, the center continues to grow, now focusing on health care for the 21st Century. For more information, please visit us at california.providence.org/torrance.

It was June of 1956 when Cardinal James McIntyre invited the Sisters to come to Torrance and build a hospital on 10 acres granted by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.

The 150-bed hospital with its four operating rooms, three labor rooms and two delivery rooms was dedicated in 1960 and over the years expanded its footprint in what is now a busy business center of Torrance. In 1992, Little Company of Mary Hospital and San Pedro Peninsula Hospital joined to form Little Company of Mary Health Services and in 1999, the sisters partnered with the Sisters of Providence. Today, the 436-bed medical center is ranked among the nation’s best hospitals and continues to expand and improve to meet the changing needs of Torrance and neighboring communities. The latest addition was the 2010 opening of the first of its kind for the Los Angeles area, a neonatal intensive care unit with private rooms to help foster family bonding and privacy. The Torrance campus is one of five award-winning medical centers in the Los Angeles Area sponsored by the two Catholic orders.

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CELEBRATING TORRANCE E X XO N M O B I L C O R P O R AT I O N —

Making History in Torrance Since 1929 By Pablo Borgnino, Refinery Manager ExxonMobil’s commitThe year was 1929. The ment to community City of Torrance had investment means we only been incorporated contribute significantly for nine years when to the local economy Scottish sea captain through jobs, taxes, John Barneson built an spending, contributions oil refinery where acres and volunteerism. Last of bean fields once year alone, ExxonMobil stood. He made his injected $120 million back vision of fueling ships in into the Torrance econothe Los Angeles harbor my and nearly $300 become a reality with million into Los Angeles the recently discovered County. The refinery also crude oil from California’s Refinery Manager Pablo San Joaquin Valley. Soon Borgnino, joined by his son, paid $15 million in properparticipate in Torrance’s ty taxes and $21 million in pipelines followed, and Centennial Parade. other taxes. Contributions during the Great to local nonprofits and volunteer grants Depression, the refinery, injected another nearly $800,000. then known as the General Petroleum Corporation, helped lend a much-needed I encourage employee volunteerism boost to the local economy. This is and our refinery has a long history of how the history of what is known as supporting educational initiatives ExxonMobil’s Torrance Refinery began. through community programs that focus on innovative approaches to teach As the refinery manager, I’m proud to carry out Captain Barneson’s vision. The science, technology, engineering and refinery has evolved from its beginnings math (STEM) to their students. We believe that improving STEM competency surrounded by oil fields to a facility

will elevate our students’ competitiveness in the 21st century workforce. Our programs such as the Pegasus STEM Awards, Sally Ride Science Academy and Mickelson ExxonMobil Teacher’s Academy help teachers hone their skills, and Introduce a Girl to Engineering Days, Bernard Harris Summer Science Camp and the ExxonMobil Youth Development Program help expose students to STEM careers. Our employees also donate time, talent and resources to support local non-profits. I’m proud of the relationship the Torrance Refinery shares with the City. Throughout our 83 years, we have helped to support a strong economy for the city that grew around us. We look forward to helping usher Torrance’s heritage of success for another 100 years. For more information about ExxonMobil Torrance Refinery visit www.torrancerefinery.com and for Exxon Mobil Corporation visit www.exxonmobil.com.

uniquely situated in the midst of a bustling and vibrant city. Today, the refinery’s primary role is to safely provide reliable and affordable supplies of energy to Southern California in an economically, environmentally, and socially responsible manner. We produce approximately 10 percent of the gasoline that is refined in California. As the City of Torrance grew, so did our focus on the community. Operating in a densely populated city like Torrance means that we’re ever conscientious of our role as a neighbor. Our entire workforce focuses on maintaining safe and reliable operations to be a good neighbor, while striving to meet energy demand. Further, business objectives drive our support of civic priorities. Torrance Refinery employees join the celebration at the Downtown Torrance Centennial Parade.

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CELEBRATING TORRANCE K A I S E R P E R M A N E N T E S O U T H B AY M E D I C A L C E N T E R

Serving Torrance & Surrounding Communities for 60 Years As the City of Torrance celebrates its Centennial Anniversary, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center also marks a more than 60-year commitment to serve the Torrance, South Bay, Harbor and Long Beach communities.

together to provide excellent care and a personalized, total health experience that empowers our members and our communities to thrive.

Our electronic health record system enables our care teams LESLEY WILLE, RN to connect with each other Executive Director and with our patients to of Hospital and Our vision for the future of Health Plan Operations provide the most personalized health care is simple: and informed care. This connecWe believe total health looks different tivity supports better communication, for everyone. It might be enjoying a new research, and better care. For our book and a brisk walk, planting trees in patients, this means it is more conventhe community, cooking with family or ient to get prescriptions filled, and it’s stretching into a deep “downward dog.” faster and easier to communicate with Whatever it is that moves our patients their doctors. Test results are often — mind, body, and spirit — we believe available online within hours, and it in their total health. That’s why our is easy to make and change routine physicians, nurses, and care teams work appointments.

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In 2011, more than 3.8 million Kaiser Permanente members across the country were registered to use My Health Manager on kp.org, enabling users to send more than 12 million secure emails to their doctors, view nearly 30 million laboratory test results, and make or change appointments 2.7 million times. Total health doesn’t start or end at the doors of our medical facilities. It doesn’t even end at home. Total health includes where people work, where they go to school, and where they play. We believe in making prevention a priority and that healthy communities make healthy people. So we work in collaboration with our members, their families, and our communities to support total health for the mind, body, and spirit. In 2011, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical

CELEBRATING TORRANCE Continued from page 12 KAISER PERMANENTE Center invested more than $20 million in improving the total health of the communities we serve. We are pleased that our hard work has been acknowledged by some of the most respected organizations in the country. We are even more proud to have achieved this recognition working in partnership with our members. Visit our Care Stories Blog on the web at www.kaiserpermanentecarestories.org to view video testimonials directly from our patients. As we move toward the health care of the future, Kaiser Permanente will continue to build on our successful innovations to provide patient-centered care that is more convenient, more accessible, and more affordable. For more information, please visit us at www.kp.org.

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Proudly Serving the South Bay for 65 Years The Board of Trustees of the El Camino Community College District voted on July 16 to place Measure E on the November 2012 ballot. El Camino College has proudly served the South Bay for 65 years, preparing students for the jobs of today and the future. We are proud to be part of our students’ success as they transfer to a university or gain employment in areas including nursing, firefighting and other firstresponder and healthcare careers.

The Board recognizes that U.C. and State college systems are becoming so expensive, more students are relying on community colleges. Yet, despite an increasing demand for high-quality, affordable college options, community colleges across California are underfunded – this past year, El Camino College experienced $10 million in cuts from the state budget. More reductions are expected in the future. It is clear that we cannot count on the state to fully fund the needs of El Camino College.

The Board also acknowledged that due to the growing number of returning military personnel, as well as active military, the upgrade of support services facilities is a high priority of the District. Since El Camino College was established, every effort has been made to offer labs, classrooms and instructional facilities that meet current and future academic needs. As job opportunities in high-tech and “green” technology industries expand, we continue to offer the training and resources needed to be competitive in these professions. The Board also acknowledged that due to the growing number of returning military personnel, as well as active military, the upgrade of support services facilities is a high priority of the District. In these challenging economic times, students need quality academics and job training more than ever. In order to provide the exceptional education our students need, we are asking our community for assistance. Learn more about how you can help shape the future of El Camino College by visiting www.elcamino.edu.

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Farmer Brothers and the City of Torrance Raise a Cup to 100 Years Over the past 100 years, Torrance-based Farmer Brothers has grown to become one of the leading coffee-focused, national foodservice suppliers, known for its outstanding service and products. This year, the company is proud to celebrate its milestone centennial with the city where it’s headquartered. For the last century, Farmer Brothers and the City of Torrance have witnessed both community and corporate growth. Together, they look forward to another hundred years of progress and innovation. Farmer Brothers thanks its dedicated employees for their commitment to product quality and customer service – keys to making the business longstanding and successful. The company also extends its sincere appreciation to its valued customers and partners – nationally, regionally and right here in the company’s own Torrance backyard, for their continued support and collaboration.

Happy 100th Birthday, Farmer Brothers and Torrance!

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Looking Back and Moving Forward—

Toward a Bright Healthcare Future JARED SIDNEY TORRANCE

By Craig Leach, President/CEO, Torrance Memorial Medical Center

In 1921 Jared Sidney Torrance’s new industrial city was formally incorporated and beginning to take shape. Torrance recognized that his new namesake city would need a first class hospital to meet the needs of its then 1,800 residents. That same year he made a will leaving $100,000 to the Torrance Hospital Association to ensure a hospital would be built. Unfortunately Sidney would pass away that year and never have the opportunity to see the result of his vision. After his death, his wife Helena Childs Torrance worked tirelessly to make his dream a reality. The Jared Sidney Torrance Memorial Hospital was first built as a small, stately mansion on Engracia Avenue in old Torrance. It admitted its first patient on May 17, 1925 and would treat 521 patients and deliver 72 babies that first year. Mr. and Mrs. Torrance would today be amazed to see how Torrance Memorial Medical Center has kept up with the latest advancements in medicine. They would also no doubt be filled with pride to see a hospital that has stayed true to its roots as a locally governed, non-profit medical center that treats patients with the same compassion and caring as it did 87 years ago.

At the heart of Torrance But perhaps the most Memorial’s success are its obvious demonstration of community ties. Its 800our commitment to “moving Auxiliary volunteers provide forward” is the embarkment services from running the upon one of the largest conhospital gift shop, to greetstruction projects Torrance ing patients and visitors, to has seen in more than a the Clowns on Rounds prodecade—a seven-story, gram. The hospital’s mission 398,350-square-foot Patient as a non-profit organization Tower. Set to open in 2015, New Patient Tower set to open in 2015 positions it well for the the new tower will replace future, as it responds to the Torrance Memorial’s second assessed health needs of the communistructure built on Lomita Blvd. in 1971. It ty through development and implemenwill house 256 private rooms, 18 surgitation of an annual board-approved cal and interventional treatment rooms, Community Benefits Plan. Last year, as well as outdoor gardens to provide a Torrance Memorial provided more than serene and healing space for patients, $40 million in Community Benefits, visitors and staff. With an expected $100 including programs to prevent chronic million of the $450 million project cost health conditions such as heart disease, being funded by donations, the commudiabetes, obesity and lung cancer. nity truly has a stake in shaping the future of its healthcare. As Torrance Torrance Memorial’s commitment to commences its second century as the top-level care is evident in its recent eighth largest city in Los Angeles achievement of Magnet® recognition County, it’s a future that would surely from the American Nurses Credentialing bring a smile to Jared Sidney and Helena Center. The Magnet Recognition Childs Torrance today. Program® acknowledges top healthcare organizations in the nation for providing For more information and main tower nursing excellence. The ranking is construction updates visit our website shared by only seven percent of hospiwww.TorranceMemorial.org. tals in the nation.

Left to right: Jared Sidney Torrance Memorial Hospital and operating room with nurses circa 1925.

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A Vital Resource for a Vital Community California State University, Dominguez Hills serves as a critical academic and cultural resource to the Torrance community and South Bay region, with over 4,000 alumni residing in the City of Torrance!

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The university’s positive impact can be measured not only by the number of students who have successfully completed their degrees, but by what those students are doing with their education after graduation. Our alumni stay in Over 900 Torrance the community, raising residents are students at Proud graduates of the families, building careers, CSU Dominguez Hills or CSUDH Class of 2012 and contributing to the work on campus as faculty local economy. More than a recognized or staff members. The largest number of institution of higher learning, CSU students who transfer from community Dominguez Hills is an integral part of our colleges to CSUDH come from El Camino community’s social and economic fabric. College. Chances are you or some of your neighbors are affiliated with CSU While preparing tomorrow’s leaders, Dominguez Hills. The university provides the university also partners with individjobs, prepares the future workforce, and uals, businesses, government agencies, creates innovative services for the and organizations to help identify and region that will build and sustain its resolve the challenges we face as a comeconomy. munity, a region, and a vital contributor to our state and nation. Last year, Mayor Frank Scotto of Torrance hosted a roundtable for university leaders and mayors of the South Bay cities at the Torrance City Hall to raise awareness of the university’s resources that are available to the community and to build and strengthen community partnerships. The Workforce to Fuel Local Industry CSU Dominguez Hills is playing a proactive role in shaping a competitive, well-qualified workforce prepared to meet critical labor demands. Hundreds of CSUDH students have taken advantage of internship opportunities with top companies and organizations in the Torrance area such as LA BioMed,

Boeing, Northrop Grumman and Toyota. Professionals from these industry partners also serve as adjunct professors, sharing a wealth of real-world knowledge and experience with our students. While at CSU Dominguez Hills, our students also participate in research projects, community service learning, and international study programs. They develop an appreciation for diverse ideas and global perspectives, and as graduates are well-trained professionals, engaged community leaders, and innovative contributors to our society. Through our relevant academic programs, we are helping build a pipeline of professionals our community needs most: health care workers, business leaders, technology professionals, educators, transportation workers, and early childhood developers. Students come to CSU Dominguez Hills to make a future for themselves. They stay in the South Bay to make a difference for the community. About CSU Dominguez Hills — California State University, Dominguez Hills is a model urban university located in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County. The university prides itself on a world-class faculty and innovative and relevant academic programs that prepare a multicultural student body to compete in a global economy. For more information on establishing community partnerships with the university, please contact University Advancement at (310) 243-3787.

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Torrance, A Home to Toyota for 30 Years In October 1957, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. established its headquarters in a former Rambler dealership in Hollywood, California. In its first year, it sold 287 Toyopet Crown sedans and one Land Cruiser. Over the next 10 years, Toyota became the third best-selling import brand in the United States, giving credence to its 1970s marketing campaign, which included “You Asked For It/You Got It!” and the hit “Oh What A Feeling!” campaign. As Toyota celebrated its 25th Anniversary in America in 1982, it opened a new

national sales headquarters complex in Torrance, California. Toyota’s history is filled with success. In 1991, Lexus earned the title of “No. 1 Luxury Import in the United States”, surpassing both Mercedes-Benz and BMW; and in 1997, the Camry earned the title of No.1 selling passenger car in America, a crown it has worn for 14 of the last 15 years. With the start of the new millennium, Toyota launched the Prius, the world’s first mass-produced gas/electric hybrid car. And by the end of 2000, following “The Relentless Pursuit of Perfection,”

As Toyota celebrated its 25th Anniversary in America in 1982, it opened a new national sales headquarters complex in Torrance, California.

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1. 1957 Headquarters in Hollywood, CA 2. Current Headquarter Building Torrance, CA Lexus edged out Mercedes-Benz by 423 units to become the top-selling luxury brand in the United States, a position it has held for 10 years running. In 2002, Toyota delivered its first two zero-emission/market-ready hydrogen fuel cell vehicles to customers in California for real-world testing, and the “Hybrid Synergy Drive” debuted in the all-new 2004 Prius. In 2011, a 9.0 magnitude earthquake struck the Tohoku region of Japan and was followed by a tsunami that claimed the lives of nearly 16,000 people. The devastation was widespread and many businesses were shut down, including four Toyota plants. Despite these natural disasters, production returned to nearnormal levels by the end of the 2011, a testimonial to Toyota’s resiliency and efficiency, proven in March of 2012, when Toyota was once again the No. 1 automotive brand in the United States. Today, Toyota directly employs more than 30,000 Americans while its dealers

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CELEBRATING TORRANCE Continued from page 20 TOYOTA employ another 120,000 and its major suppliers account for another 51,000. In addition, each direct job created by Toyota and its dealers generates spin-off jobs. Altogether, Toyota is responsible for over 300,000 American jobs. Toyota is actively committed to improving education by supporting programs that offer the tools and training to help enrich people’s lives. The Toyota U.S.A. Foundation’s $100 million endowment supports K-12 programs in math, science, and environmental science. For over 30 years, Toyota and their associates have contributed to the South Bay and made it a better place.

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Congresswoman Hahn to Deliver State of the Region The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) is proud once again to host the annual State of the Region Address being delivered by Congresswoman Janice Hahn. This will be the Congresswoman’s second address to our region and unfortunately the last in coordination with the TACC due to redistricting. Nonetheless, TACC is very proud to host the Congresswoman who was elected to Congress in a special election in July of 2011. Prior to Congress, she served for ten years on the Los Angeles City Council. She currently holds positions on the Committee on Homeland Security and the Committee on Small Business.

and how we can better ensure their security. As a freshman member, Congresswoman Hahn passed her first bill in the house which will further security in our nation’s ports. This is a significant accomplishment for a freshman member in the minority. She has also written legislation to reduce the amount of paperwork for small businesses, fought for passage of tax cuts for working families, voted to end the war in Afghanistan, and passed legislation to extend port security funding. Congresswoman

Congresswoman Hahn was born and raised in Los Angeles and lives in San Pedro. Her father was County Supervisor Kenneth Hahn and her brother is James Hahn, the former Mayor of Los Angeles. She has three grown children and five beautiful grandchildren.

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She has championed the creation of a green technology incubator at the Port of Los Angeles to create more green jobs at the Port. She secured affordable health care for LAX workers, and helped hotel workers earn a living wage and respectable working conditions. Congresswoman Hahn believes in after-school programs and job training as a way to combat gang violence and has worked with community leaders on an anti-gang strategy using anti-gang curriculum in the classroom.

The event will take place at the DoubleTree by Hilton Torrance – South Bay on October 17, 2012. The program will start at 12:00 with the Congresswoman delivering her address shortly after. The TACC has begun taking registration requests at $40/person and/or $400 for a table of ten.

As a member of Congress, she founded and co-chairs the PORTS Caucus, a bi-partisan group of Representatives working to highlight the economic importance of America’s ports

Happy Birthday

You can reach the TACC at (310) 540-5858 or visiting www.torrancechamber.com. To contact Congresswoman Hahn, go to http://hahn.house.gov or call 310-831-1799.

“A Passion For The Perfect Sound”

TORRANCE! At KDI, we are celebrating the Torrance Centennial as if it were our very own birthday! As members of the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce, National Association of Music Manufacturers (NAMM), and the So Bay Volunteer Council, we like to think we can claim that right. With the foresight to progress and forward thinking Torrance is known for, more incredible things are bound to happen, and music, we’re certain, will always be a part of the Torrance landscape. Wishing you many more 100’s! —The Staff at KDI Music

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Experts Weigh-in to Inform Policy Group With many department heads present for the issues relating to the November propositions and measures, the Government Affairs Policy (GAP) group was able to make informed decisions on all matters relating to the November ballot. The November ballot has 11 propositions varying from issues of sales and income tax increases, 2-year state government budget cycles, political contributions, driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s insurance discounts, food labeling, redistricting, and crime and safety. There are two measures being considered, the first of which is Measure J, the 30-year tax extension to expedite many of Metroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transportation and rail projects around the county, and Measure E, the $350 million facilities bond for El Camino College. Alan Patashnick, the Director of Corridors at Metro, briefed the group on how Measure J would affect the Torrance Area and South Bay. He was able to answer many of the questions members of the group had concerning the Green Line start date and when the South Bay businesses and residence would get a return on investment from the taxes they are paying to county-wide projects. Ann Garten, Francisco Arce, and Tory Natividad, all from El Camino College, were there to discuss how Measure E would affect all facilities at the college, and no funds from the measure would go to administration or professor salaries. Torrance Police Chief John Neu spoke on Propositions 35 and 36, concerning human trafficking and three-strikes law respectively. The group asked how each would affect the business community, along with the short and long term effects of each proposition. Tammy Khan, from the Torrance Unified School District, supplied side by side comparisons of Propositions 30 and 38, along with members weighing in from a presentation by Molly Munger they sat in on last month. Also, John Tang, Imprenta Communications Group,

TACC with the help of GAP, is taking a hands-on approach to all issues concerning our members and will continue having a voice throughout the election season.

gave insightful information on Proposition 33 which will allow insurance companies to offer discounts based on the 5 previous years that a customer was insured. The following shows how GAP voted on each proposition and measure: Prop 30: No Position

Prop 37: Oppose

Prop 31: Support

Prop 38: Oppose

Prop 32: Support

Prop 39: Tabled to next month

Prop 33: Support Prop 34: No Position

Prop 40: Support to keep the Citizens Redistricting Comm. lines

Prop 35: Support

Measure J: Oppose

Prop 36: Oppose

Measure E: Support

Prop 37: Oppose

GAP is very grateful to have so many of the speakers present to discuss how each issue will affect the Torrance business community. The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce, with the help of GAP, is taking a hands-on approach to all issues concerning our members and will continue having a voice throughout the election season. Next GAP meeting will be held October 10, 2012 from 12:00-1:30pm at the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce. Please contact Brian Rosario, Government Affairs Coordinator, with any issues or concerns you would like GAP advocate for at (310) 792-2339 or brian@torrancechamber.com.

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Torrance Turns 100! Councilmember Gene Barnett

MAYOR FRANK SCOTTO

Here in the City of Torrance, our motto reads “A Balanced City,” one that past and present generations have worked hard to create and maintain. I cannot find a more appropriate example of the unique hometown feel to pay homage to our motto than the extraordinary Centennial Parade that took place in Downtown Torrance last month.

It was an incredible sight to see approximately 80 groups representing the City, and the outpour of camaraderie and Torrance pride as business owners, friends and neighbors cheered on the participants from the sidelines. The support, effort and time that was dedicated to the event by residents and City staff alike was phenomenal. There are few community events that people remember years after taking place and I really hope this is one that remains vibrant in all of our hearts and minds. I have said it time and again—I feel so fortunate to be Mayor during our Centennial year. It truly is a humbling experience to be a part of all the wonderful festivities and events taking place to celebrate the past, present and future of this great City. From past events such as ‘Lights, Camera, Action!’ to last month’s Centennial Parade, it is amazing to see everyone come together to honor our City’s history. I invite you all: residents, businesses, friends and family of Torrance, to the Birthday Bash on Sunday, October 28, 2012, from 10 AM to 5 PM at Wilson Park. We will celebrate our City’s Centennial with activities, entertainment stages, arts and crafts booths, vendors, food trucks and more! I hope to see many familiar faces at the event, and look forward to welcoming and meeting many more. Warm regards,

Councilmember Tom Brewer Councilmember Susan Rhilinger City Clerk Sue Herbers Dr. Laurie Love – Chair Dee Hardison – Vice Chair Hubert Chan Melanie Dreike Donna Duperron Judith Gibson Keri Gilbert Debbie Hays Barbara Heughins Mary Hoffman Kathryn Joiner Tammy Khan Daniel Lee Don Lee Kristin Matsuda Frances Mullan Terri Nishimura

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Janet Payne Michelle Polcari Tom Rische Pat Sandt Cindy Scotto Dr. John Stecker Stephanie Yee

For more information about the Torrance Birthday Bash, please visit www.TorranceCentennial.org or call the City Manager’s Office at (310) 618-5880.

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Remember Our Past, Forging A Successful Future Hundreds of thousands of children have walked down the halls of our District schools. Learning, laughing, excelling, and getDR. GEORGE MANNON ting a high quality Torrance Unified School education. The District Superintendent very first school in Torrance was a farmhouse, and was able to educate about 25 students from ages 6 to 15. In 2012, TUSD teachers, administrators, and support staff educate over 24,000 students, who come from diverse families, and speak over 83 languages. In 1947 Torrance schools separated from LAUSD and the Torrance Unified School District was created with Dr. John Henrich â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hankâ&#x20AC;? Hull at its helm as Superintendent. Over the decades schools were built, enrollment grew, and students, parents, and community leaders continued to build a legacy of academic excellence, which persists today. TUSD students have gone on to become leaders of industry and communities. Notable graduates of TUSD include, Olympian Louis Zamperini, Anchorman Paul Moyer, actor Chuck Norris, and Deputy Secretary of Defense Rudy DeLeon. Four years ago the Torrance community came together and overwhelmingly passed Measures Y and Z, a comprehensive facilities modernization bond package. In that time, we have rebuilt J.H. Hull Middle school, united Fern Elementary School, and renovated and modernized Seaside, Walteria, Wood Elementary Schools, Bert Lynn, Calle Mayor, Magruder Middle Schools, and South High School. Our school sites are

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1. New fourth grade classroom 2. September 6, 2012 School Dedication now entering the 21st century with improved facilities and learning environments. Our mission at TUSD is to provide students an educational foundation that allows them to reach their goals. Whether students want to pursue a career in engineering, business, medicine, politics, or the arts, we provide them with opportunities to follow a path that will lead them to fulfill their dreams. We are proud of the West High students who defeated all L.A. County schools each year in the Academic Decathlon competition. We are proud to be the first District in the South Bay to offer online English classes to students at North High. We are proud that almost every one of our schools has been recognized as a California Distinguished School and four are National Blue Ribbon Schools. We are proud that all four of our high schools have consistently been ranked on the Newsweek Best High Schools in America list. I am proud to be part of a group of committed teachers, classified staff, and administrators who are leading students with innovation, creativity, and passion. Thank you to the students, parents, community leaders, businesses, teachers, classified employees, and administrators that are part of our rich history and continue to be a part of our successful future. For more information on TUSD, visit www.TUSD.org.

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Business Inquiry Solutions is active in the Torrance community. Kathleen Taylor is a Leadership Torrance Alum of Class of 2011. Earlier this year, she provided Leadership Development

training for the 2012 Leadership Torrance Program. She also serves as a member of the Torrance Black History Celebration Committee sponsored by the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC). Her views for being an active member for the TACC are reflected in a statement made by Aaron Aalcides, Chairman of the TAAC Board, “Only your imagination limits the possibilities of what your membership can mean to you. We need to know who you are and what you do, and one of the best ways to get your message across is to be an active member of the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce.” Well-stated Mr. Chairman!

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HIGHLIGHTS support of alumni, residents, current businesses, and the City of Torrance. These collective efforts come together to cultivate an environment that builds skills, helps forge lifelong professional and personal friendships, and produces exceptional outcomes for the community in leaders and project results.

Leadership Torrance, a program sponsored by the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce, is the City of Torrance’s most prominent leadership development and networking group focused on building a stronger community. The seven-month long program teaches participants to become more effective professional and community leaders by: • Connecting with top leaders and experts in the South Bay • Examining Torrance’s city-wide issues and resources • Developing a broad network of professional relationships and resources This is achieved through a curriculum that includes concentrated skill(s) development sessions, team-building activities, visits to local businesses and city municipalities, regional educational facilities, and the completion of a community project. The program’s success is deeply rooted in the commitment of the participants and the long-standing

Highlights of Leadership Torrance 2013 will include: Team Building and Leadership Development, History Day, City Day, Business Day, Sacramento Trip, Class Project, Networking Opportunities and more. Classes will commence in January and look to have a diverse group of 20-25 participants who want to grow as leaders and be a part of something special in Torrance. For more information regarding the 2013 class, please contact any of this year’s leadership team: Executive Director, Sheldon Brackett at sheldonbrackett @sbecglobal.net or 562.244.8588 Co-Director, Kasey Choe at kasey.u.choe@ampf.com or 310.891.3444 Co-Director, Lisa Silva at lsilva417@gmail.com or 310.707.3688

Leadership Torrance Space is Limited So Apply Today!!! Tuition: $995 (includes cost of all meetings, local field trips, AND airfare with hotel accommodation in Sacramento

Application: Call the Torrance Chamber at 310.540.5858

Application Deadline: December 7, 2012

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Proceeds from Honda’s Gourmet Food and Wine Festival Total $150,000 to Benefit Torrance Memorial Medical Center Guests Enjoy Enchanting Performance by Saxophonist Kenny G “Evening Under the More than 800 commuStars” Committee memnity members gathered bers, American Honda Saturday, July 28 at and Luminaries, a group American Honda’s of parent volunteers Torrance headquarters whose children also volto sample some of the unteer for the hospital. South Bay ’s best cuisine at the 26th 2012 marks the sixth annual “Evening Under consecutive year that the Stars” Gourmet Honda has chosen Food and Wine Festival. KENNY G Torrance Memorial as Steve Morikawa, assistant the event’s beneficiary. American Honda vice president, Corporate Community created the Gourmet Food & Wine Relations, American Honda Motor Co., Festival in partnership with the Torrance Inc., capped off the evening with a check Area Chamber of Commerce in 1987 as a presentation for proceeds totaling way to bring corporate business, resi$150,000. Proceeds help fund construcdents, and local commerce together with tion of Torrance Memorial’s new Patient city officials for a relaxing community Tower and Pediatric Services. celebration. “We’re so honored to be the beneficiary To date, Torrance Memorial has raised of this wonderful event that brings the more than $123 million, more than half community together year after year to of its fundraising goal of $200 million, enjoy this sampling of the very best to construct the new Patient Tower. in South Bay fare,” said Craig Leach, The $450 million, 398,250-squarepresident and CEO, Torrance Memorial foot Patient Tower is scheduled to be Medical Center. “The proceeds provide completed in November, 2014, with an a tremendous boost to our continued opening in spring 2015. efforts to provide the most advanced healthcare possible to serve our growEvening Under the Stars ing community.” 1. Chairmen, Steve Morikawa and Craig Leach Attendees were serenaded by saxophonist Kenny G as he made his way toward the stage playing tunes from his award-winning albums. Following a 90-minute performance, he personally auctioned off the saxophone he was playing for a winning bid of $7,500— with all proceeds donated to Torrance Memorial Medical Center. Guests sampled approximately 80 varietals of wine. Professional sommeliers from The Disneyland Resort educated guests about their samplings. A silent auction raised more than $42,000. These items were secured by

2. Gourmet Grindz 3. Red Car Brewery

Congratulations Torrance on your 100 year anniversary! We are proud to be part of the celebration!

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Save the Date!—Upcoming Chamber Events Friday, October 5 - “Business Survival Following a Disaster” featuring a Panel of Experts on Disaster Preparedness, Business Continuity and more. Lunch provided 11:00 AM-1:30 PM at Torrance Memorial Medical Center. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Thursday, October 11 - Business Expo 2012, 4:30-7:30 PM at the Torrance Marriott. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Wednesday, October 17 - Adopt-A-School Forum at 3:30 PM at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Torrance, featuring TUSD & TACC Foundation celebrating business and school partnerships and shared achievements. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Wednesday, October 17 - State of the Region featuring Congresswoman Janice Hahn, 11:30 AM at the Torrance DoubleTree by Hilton Torrance.

Thursday, December 6 - Lunch & Learn: “How to Succeed in Business,” 11:45 AM at the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce office. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Thursday, December 6 - Holiday Mixer at Edelbrock, 2700 California Street, Torrance, CA 90503 from 5:30-7 PM. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Friday, December 7 - Women in Business: Royal Holiday Tea & Boutique featuring Sheri Rose Shepherd, at 11:00 AM at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Torrance. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

For information, please contact the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce located at 3400 Torrance Blvd., Suite 100, or call (310) 540-5858. Visit www.TorranceChamber.com to see ongoing events or meetings put on by various groups.

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Friday, October 26 - Lunch & Learn: “What can the Entrepreneur Center Do For You?,” 11:45 AM at the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce Office. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Thursday, November 15 - Lunch & Learn: “How to Cultivate Your Employees To Maximize Their Potential,” 11:45 AM at the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce office.

Upcoming Community Events Saturday, October 20 - Celebrity Lecture Series: “Eyes of the Artillery,” featuring Bob Cashman, Airborne Artillery Spotter, 11:00 AM at the Western Museum of Flight, more info at www.wmof.com ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Wednesday, October 24 - Career Expo & Majors Fair, 10 AM-2 PM at El Camino College, register at sueno@elcaminocollege.edu ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Sunday, October 28 - City of Torrance Birthday Bash, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM at Wilson Park, more info at www.TorranceCentennial.org 30

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Let the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce Celebrate with You!

For details and to schedule a ribbon cutting, grand opening or ground breaking ceremony, please contact Kelly Hernandez at 310-792-3808 at the Chamber no later than one month prior to the event and provide two preferred dates.

Driftwood Healthcare Center 4109 Emerald Street, Torrance, CA 90503 (310) 793-3000

Tortilla Cantina 1225 El Prado Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501 (310) 533-9606 www.tortillacantina.com

Walmart 22015 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503 (310) 750-0179 www.walmart.com

Malaga Bank 23670 Hawthorne Blvd., #101A, Torrance, CA 90505 (310) 544-5180 www.malagabank.com

State Farm Agency - Neal Bracewell 24406 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, CA 90505 (310) 592-0301 www.StateFarm.com

Capriottiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sandwich Shop 17352 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, CA 90504 (310) 214-9200 www.capriottis.com

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TORRANCE MEMORIAL Shines a Light for Those Grieving Lost Ones This Holiday Season

Bagpiper and Color Guard at the Centennial Parade

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In honor of National Hospice and Palliative Care Month in November, Torrance Memorial Home Health & Hospice will host the 17th annual “Light up a Life” tree lighting ceremony and fundraiser from 4 to 6 PM on Sunday, Nov. 11 at Torrance Memorial Medical Center’s Health Conference Center. The event helps the community celebrate the lives of lost loved ones. Individuals can illuminate a light on the hospice tree by making a donation of any amount. Donations assist those who can’t afford hospice care. For more information, contact Torrance Memorial Home Health & Hospice at 310-784-3751, ext. 7866.

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South Bay Employers Can Ease Their Employees Ride to Work – SBESC Offers Vanpool Formation Assistance he South Bay Environmental Services Center (SBESC), a program of the South Bay Cities Council of Governments, in partnership with Los Angeles County Metro, encourages residents and employees in the South Bay to consider vanpooling. Businesses should know about this option for their employees. Vanpoolers that participate in Metro’s program can save up to 70% off their usual commute costs by switching from driving alone. With rising fuel costs, vanpooling is a cost savings strategy for any household!

The Metro Vanpool Program provides qualifying vanpools with an ongoing subsidy of up to $400 per month to offset the lease costs making it easier to get vanpools

up and running. Vanpools range from 5 to 15 people who regularly share a ride together and are ideal for commuters who travel 15 miles or more to work. SBESC works directly with businesses wanting to offer this opportunity to their interested employees. SBESC staff will organize employee meetings, identify possible vanpool routes, and provide information on vanpool providers. They will also explain how to take advantage of the $400 subsidy from Metro. This personalized assistance is FREE to interested businesses. SBESC can also assess a business’ vanpool potential by analyzing employee zip codes. For more information, call SBESC at 310-371-7222.

U.S. Department of Education Awards Grant Extension to McNair Scholars Program at CSU Dominguez Hills California State University, Dominguez Hills has been awarded the first installment—$288,800—of a five-year $1.4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to continue the Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program at the university. The federal program began in 1989 to provide financial support and academic guidance to encourage and prepare under-represented, first-generation juniors and seniors for graduate studies. It is named in honor of astronaut Ronald McNair, who died in the 1986 Space Shuttle Challenger explosion. An African American, McNair was a first-generation college student who went on to earn his Ph.D. in physics. “We are thrilled to be able to continue to provide services to students who are interested in obtaining an advanced

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degree,” said Michelle Martinez, director of the CSU Dominguez Hills McNair Scholars Program. “During the next funding cycle, we will be focusing our efforts on STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) participants.” CSU Dominguez Hills has had a McNair Scholars Program since 2003. The program boasts a 97 percent admittance rate of those students who applied to master’s or Ph.D. programs. To-date 107 McNair Scholars have graduated from CSU Dominguez Hills and of those, currently 32 are in M.A. programs, and 50 are in Ph.D. programs. Each year, the CSU Dominguez Hills McNair Scholars Program accepts only 26 juniors and seniors in good academic standing, making the program highly selective. For more information, call (310) 243-2098.

Brian A. Arnold Joins Operation Homefront Brian A. Arnold, Vice President of Space Strategy for Raytheon Space and Airborne Systems in El Segundo was recently elected to the national board of directors for Operation Homefront, a non-profit organization. Operation BRIAN A. ARNOLD Homefront provides emergency financial and other assistance to the families of service members and Wounded Warriors. Assistance is in the form of grants to meet the most basic needs like rent, utilities, food and housing. Ninety-four percent of total revenue donated to Operation Homefront goes directly to assist service members. His past experience includes 35 years’ as a pilot in the Air Force.

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Convaid Donates Over $40,ooo of Products to the Children of Nicaragua “ORITEL Telethon” To help improve the quality of life of people with disabilities in Latin American countries, Convaid, Inc. has partnered with the International Telethons Organization (ORITEL) to donate 27 wheelchairs worth $43,755 to the Children of Nicaragua “ORITEL Teleton.” Convaid continuously donates wheelchairs throughout the year to end users and other organizations, but doesn’t normally issue a donation this big. “We decided to donate a large number of chairs because we wanted to make a noticeable impact to many kids at one time,” said President of Convaid Chris Braun. “We wanted to make a significant difference in these children’s lives.”

According to Executive Director of ORITEL Veronica Rattin, the donation has done just that. “Thanks to this contribution, Telethon Nicaragua will be able to project with greater confidence the goal of assisting more than 37,000 children in its 50 regional rehabilitation centers and early education centers this year alone,” Rattin said. “The equipment will contribute to improving the quality of life of disabled children who come from needy homes and we want to express our deepest gratitude for the donation.” For more information on the company or products please visit www.convaid.com or call 1-888-CONVAID.

Landi Renzo USA and Reading Equipment & Distribution Announce Natural Gas Vehicle Partnership Landi Renzo USA and Reading Equipment & Distribution have announced a partnership to produce and deliver alternative fuel vehicles using compressed natural gas (CNG) directly to Ford dealership floors across North America. Landi Renzo is the leading global supplier/installer of alternative fuel systems to OEM projects, and ANDREA LANDI Reading Equipment & Distribution is a part of The Landi Renzo USA, Reading Group, LLC and provides vocational truck President equipment of the highest quality, based upon the most innovative designs in the industry and at a competitive price. “We are pleased to have entered into this agreement with Landi Renzo” commented Mike Snyder, Director of Sales for Reading Equipment & Distribution. “As the world’s largest alternative fuel modifier, they bring innovation and experience to this emerging growth market. Coupling our experience and facilities with them will allow us to serve the marketplace in an aggressive and cost efficient manner.”

Bishop Montgomery HS Marching Band at the Centennial Parade

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For more information, please visit them at www.readingbody.com and www.landiusa.com.

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The YMCA Thanks Supporters at the 10th Anniversary of the Pelland Community Center and Donor Appreciation Reception On Friday, August 10th, the Torrance-South Bay YMCA welcomed more than 100 business and community leaders to a celebration of the 10th Anniversary of the Phil and Margaret Pelland Community Center and Annual Donor Appreciation Reception. Guests were treated to facility tours, historical displays, and entertainment by the YMCA’s youth Tahitian and creative dance classes at the “Taste of the Town” themed evening which featured many local restaurants and eateries. Generous sponsors included Fresh Brothers, Good Stuff, King’s Hawaiian Bakery, Lisa’s Bon Appétit, Morrison’s Management Specialists, My Fit Foods, and Silvio’s BBQ. While the evening recognized current high-level YMCA supporters, special attention was also paid to those who were instrumental to the success of the organization’s “Building for Tomorrow” capital campaign which raised more than $4 million for the construction of the Pelland Community Center.

(Left to Right) Terry Bichlmeier, Executive Vice President of Bichlmeier Insurance Services Inc.; Ray Frew, President/CEO of Green Hills Memorial Park; and Ken Hurley, VP-Chief Administrative Officer of US Bank

For more information, contact the Y’s Senior Director of Development Lisa Van Ingen Pope at LisaVanIngenPope@ymcala.org or 213-639-7480.

AN EVENING OF GRATITUDE 66th Annual Volunteer Celebration and Recognition Dinner Join us as we thank our YMCA’s incredible volunteers for advancing our cause – strengthening communities!

Thursday, November 8th, 2012 5:30 pm Registration / 6:30 pm Dinner and Program Torrance Marriott South Bay, 3635 Fashion Way, Torrance Space is still available—reserve your seat today! Individual tickets $45 Table sponsorships $450 In the spirit of our three focus areas youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility - please bring a toy that promotes physical fitness for a deserving child! To learn more, please contact: JC Bass at 213-639-7630 or JCBass@ymcala.org. 2900 W. Sepulveda Blvd., Torrance, CA 90505

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What are the benefits of being a member of the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce? GAP (Government Affairs Policy group) GAP is comprised of Chamber members who act as legislative and regulatory analysts for local business by reviewing bills on local, county, state and federal levels and who lobby for support or opposition to proposed legislation.

Green Torrance The City of Torrance and the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce partner to promote and introduce environmental initiatives and eco-friendly companies in the South Bay.

Human Resources Professionals Human Resources Professionals network and are presented with information on current compliance laws and trends.

Networking at Noon Networking at Noon is offered monthly at local Chamber member restaurants. This event allows members to promote their businesses, introduce themselves and their company with a 30 second self introduction and to possibly be chosen as a spotlight speaker for a future Networking at Noon.

Political Action Committee (PAC) Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee seeks, endorses and supports candidates whose views represent the businesses of this region to run for public office at the city, county, state, and federal levels.

P.R.O.F.S. (Professional Roundtable of Financial Services) PROFS is a monthly meeting that gives opportunities to network with others in the financial field, as well as expand your education within the industry.

Tech Pros Tech Pros brings together technology related companies and professionals (Hardware, Software and Services) as well as those wanting to be educated in making their business tech savvy. Members grow and benefit through networking, support, education and have opportunities for group presentations.

‘MEMBERS ONLY’ BENEFITS • Credibility as a Chamber member • Free Business listings in the Membership Directory/Business Resource Guide • Free Business listed in web directory at www.TorranceChamber.com • Access group meetings, events and business leaders • Free editorial submissions in Torrance Magazine ( quarterly) • Daily office referrals of TACC members via phone, fax, e-mail or walk in visitors • Advertising opportunities in the Torrance Magazine, TACC website and Member Directory • Advertising access to E-mail blasts • Sponsorship and hosting opportunities at Chamber events • Opportunity to participate in annual Premier Investors program • Enhancement of visibility with a Ribbon Cutting to commemorate a Grand Opening or Anniversary • Free SCORE counseling; once a week and by appointment only • Free and unlimited Certificate of Origins

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