Business Connection - Summer 2017 Issue

Business Connection SUMMER 2017 • VOLUME 4 • ISSUE 4

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CHAMBER ROADMAP TO A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS

Visalia Chamber of Commerce 222 N. Garden St. • Suite 300 • Visalia, CA 93291

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Business Connection 2017-2018 BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD Nathan Halls Suncrest Bank

IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR

MADE IN VISALIA

Stacy Morris BEN-E-LECT

INCOMING CHAIR Karen Gross State Farm Insurance

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VICE CHAIR William Martin Martin & Martin Properties

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Brett Abbott Gubler & Abbott LLP Stan Carrizosa College of the Sequoias Mary-Alice Escarsega-Fechner CSET

George Vasquez Bank of the Sierra Andrea Camarena Goal Line Media

VICE CHAIR

Caity Meader Family Services of Tulare County

VICE CHAIR Garth Gipson Gateway Financial Planning Group

Mike Olmos City of Visalia

Crystal Jordan Armstrong Property Management

Vincent Salinas Financial Advisor Associate

JR Shannon Legacy Investments

Patrick Salazar State Farm Insurance

Bruce Nicotero Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores

Thomas Rayner Kaweah Delta Health Care District

BJ Perch BJ Perch Construction

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Phil Cline Phil Cline Consulting Marisol De La Vega Family HealthCare Network JoeAnna Todd Buckman-Mitchell Inc. Mary Beatie Provost & Pritchard

CHAMBER PRESIDENT CEO Gail Zurek

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NATHAN HALLS Suncrest Bank, Chairman of the Board

My Town,

MY TRIBE

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orty years ago, my grandmother, Lillian Lewis, was named “woman of the year” by the Visalia Chamber of Commerce. It was a great honor for her years of service to the community of Visalia. She and my grandfather helped lay groundwork for a community that, many years later, would show promise to a young family from out of the area—mine. I am proud to serve as board chair for the 2017-2018 year, and I am excited to be part of the work being done today and the legacy of service that was laid out by those who have gone before.

I wasn’t raised in Visalia. In fact, my wife and I moved here just over 10 years ago so I could join the team of a community bank. I did know a little about Visalia prior to moving here, as my parents met while attending College of the Sequoias and my grandparents were business owners and longtime residents of Visalia. So we were not strangers to the area, but acquaintances. After a decade here, Visalia is our home; this is our community.

Recently, my 13-year-old daughter was asked to participate in a service opportunity. It was a little early in the 6

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morning and we had just completed a very busy week, so her instinct was that it was too much to take on. My first thought was that she is pretty self-aware for 13. I was glad she was learning to speak her mind, set priorities, and manage her time, all things that will serve her well in the future. However, over the follwing 24 hours, my wife and I discussed it and we came to a conclusion. Busy or not, stretched thin or not, this is what we do—my family, my wife’s family, our household—we serve others.

Very little we do in this life will have as much impact as what we do for others. Visalia is a beautiful town with so many generous people, organizations, non-profits, etc. We are a tribe here in Visalia, supporting one another and serving each other. We have organizations that connect and bring together our many talents for the betterment of the community, and the Chamber is one such organization. The businesses we serve help drive the economy of Visalia, they employ our friends and neighbors, provide services to us all, and support infrastructure. I am looking forward to all of the ways the Chamber is going to continue to help our community grow and connect in the upcoming year.

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The Voice of Business

IN ACTION

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he Visalia Chamber of Commerce spends countless hours every week researching, educating, and speaking on behalf of our members on issues affecting business. From serving as a trusted advisor on local issues to testifying on state and federal legislation, the Visalia Chamber advocates supporting, developing, and protecting the interests of local business.

Our continual dialogue with decision makers assures common sense business solutions as we work together to make our community stronger.

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Monthly, the Government Affairs Committee (GAC) gathers to consider, debate, and ultimately recommend action to the board on specific issues facing our business community.

These meetings provide members an opportunity to be a part of the decision making process, and to serve as an industry and resource as the Chamber takes positions on important issues. This group is committed to looking at issues from all sides, taking action only when our community and/or businesses are at stake.

Recognizing national business trends, your Chamber partnered with local entrepreneurs to develop standards and ordinances that supported these growing and developing industries.

Through several workshops, city council work sessions, and meetings, we were successful in helping the City of Visalia adopt a new Microbrewery/Micro-winery ordinance. Through similar processes, we anticipate we will see the emergence of a Food Truck industry that will lead to the development of supportive ordinances.

Additionally, we partnered with our State Assemblyperson Devon Mathis to provide legal protection for small business owners facing frivolous ADA lawsuits. While Assemblyperson Mathis had introduced AB 150 prior to eleven businesses in the Oval neighborhood being served ADA lawsuits, their stories helped underline the need for this reform. Your Chamber represented Visalia businesses by sharing their stories and testifying before the Judicial Committee of the California State Assembly.

The Chamber’s advocacy work is never done. Serving as the voice for and of business, our goal is to continue to build collaborative partnerships that allow us to create and improve the business environment while promoting Visalia as a premier community in which to live and work. While the particulars of the issues change over time, the Chamber will, as it has for more than 115 years, lead the conversation.

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Travel with the Chamber

A JOURNEY THROUGH CHINA

T E X T BY DA N T E R OS H , VI SA LIA CH A M B ER O F CO M M ER CE S TA F F

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s it on your bucket list to climb the Great Wall of China? To travel to Salzburg to see sights from “The Sound of Music?” To indulge in a lobster feast on Martha’s Vineyard? If you’re looking to cross one of these items off your bucket list, you should join the Chamber on one of our trips in 2017-2018.

I had the privilege of experiencing the Chamber’s China trip early this spring, and am excited to tell you all about it.

Through our member, Citslinc, this fall from Oct. 6 to Oct. 14, the Chamber is offering members a chance to discover China. On this trip, you will have the opportunity to travel to Beijing, Suzhou, Hangzhou, and Shanghai for an experience you will never forget. Here were some of my highlights: In Beijing, I actually did get to check an item off my bucket list: to climb the Great Wall. Even if you don’t take one step on the wall, the view from where they drop you off is breathtaking in and of itself.

The climb up the steep and ancient steps, amidst other visitors, is a feat you’ll be proud of, no matter how far you go. It was thrilling to see the excitement on the faces of so many people, young and old, who were also realizing their dreams of climbing the Great Wall.

During my visit to the Hutong (villages consisting of alleys), I enjoyed a rickshaw ride through the village, traveling past families hanging their laundry and children playing in the streets. While there, I had the pleasure of enjoying a home cooked meal prepared by a 12

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Hutong family. They opened the door of their home and gave us a glimpse into their lives in their village. It was an unforgettable experience.

While in Suzhou, we took a ride on a boat through the Grand Canal, also known as the “Venice of the East.” Tiny homes on stilts sat on either side of the canal, along with local shops and restaurants.

After learning about the significance of the canal, we were able to get out and walk around to check out the beautiful architecture and culture of this village.

waterfront area, famous for skyscrapers and 21st century architecture on one side of the river, and historical, 19th century buildings on the other. It’s definitely a sight worth seeing!

Did I mention all of the amazing Chinese food I had throughout my adventure?

Well, that was one of the best parts.

Many of our meals were served family style, which allowed us the opportunity to sample a variety of dishes. We had traditional items such as broccoli beef, Kung Pao chicken, and a few new experiences, such as whole fried fish and an eggplant dish that was absolutely delicious.

The beautiful sites, amazing food, knowledgeable local guides, and cultural experiences on this trip were unlike any other trip I have been on. I am so grateful I had the opportunity to go on this adventure.

Our next stop was Hangzhou, where we received a tour of a green tea factory and, of course, we were able to sample the product. We learned about how it’s grown and processed, and the view from the factory was one-of-a-kind. The hills were filled with miles of lush, green, beautiful tea. Many of us left with green tea to take home for friends, family, and ourselves.

Our last stop was Shanghai, where we visited the Bund. The Bund is a

This trip took all of the work out of travel, as do all of the other Chamber trips. Each trip offers an orientation meeting to learn about the trip details, to get a chance to ask as many questions as you’d like, and to meet other travelers. As a fellow travel enthusiast, I can tell you firsthand how comforting it is to know that the Chamber and their travel partners are handling all of the details. You just get to show up and have fun.

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TOP: The Nickel Family INSET: Bonnie with Carol

KAWEAH DELTA OFFERS MORE THAN MEDICINE, LIFE.

Local families look to Kaweah Delta to provide relief when health issues arise and solutions for healthy living.

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ince the early 1900s, five generations of the Nickel family have been cared for by the medical and hospital teams at Kaweah Delta.

From Carol Nickel’s grandmother to her five great grandchildren, all have been witness to the compassionate care offered by their community hospital. Generation after generation, Kaweah Delta continues to focus on getting family members back to health so they can live a long, healthy life doing what they enjoy most. For Carol Nickel, she enjoys family gatherings with her precious grandchildren as well

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as volunteering to help others through difficult times in life.

Five generations of the Nickel family, and many families in our community, were born at Kaweah Delta, which now offers newly remodeled, private-rooms on the mother-baby floor of the Acequia Wing. When a child is ill with high temperatures in the middle of the night, pediatric hospitalists—now in partnership with Valley Children’s Hospital—are available at Kaweah Delta Medical Center around the clock to comfort them. When a child falls and breaks a bone, doctors

and nurses will be there to aid in their recovery. In the event of an emergency, Kaweah Delta has evolved to be the only trauma center between Fresno and Bakersfield to keep care close to home.

“We are a community teaching hospital, continually redefining the best methods of providing personalized health care,” said Edward Hirsch, M.D, Chief Medical Officer at Kaweah Delta. “The goals of the medical and hospital staff start with preventive care and are geared for improving the health and well-being of all.”

Due to the quality health care close to home, the Nickel family has been strong advocates and given back by volunteering as hospital guild members to ensure other families receive the same compassionate care. Carol’s grandmother, Irene Url Harrell, was one of the hospital guild’s first Pink Ladies 50 years ago. Today, as a former hospice nurse, Carol is supporting palliative care (specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses) as a board member on the Kaweah Delta Hospice Foundation. For more than 35 years, the Hospice Foundation has raised funds to provide financial and emotional support to families with a member who is terminally ill, from infants to seniors.

“I have a long-standing passion for endof-life care,” said Carol. “I encourage palliative care because so many individuals need a holistic team of experts and advocates so they can make good choices that are best for them.”

As an ongoing advocate, Carol makes it a point to share health information with her friends and family, including available diabetes support groups at various locations and cardiac programs at Kaweah Delta’s rehabilitation hospital.

Care for your family does not stop at the doors of the medical center. Kaweah Delta’s dedicated outreach team offers opportunities to improve your health with free educational workshops at community centers and health screenings at community events. The Kaweah Delta Community Outreach Program empowers local communities by giving them the health information they need to make informed decisions regarding their lifestyle.

“By investing in health and wellness programs and services for the underserved and most at-risk populations, we are contributing to healthier communities and strengthening the lives of family members,” said Ryan Gates, PharmD, Director of Population Health at Kaweah Delta.

By staying healthy, Carol can enjoy bike rides and ski trips with her children and grandchildren. These are just some of the ways Kaweah Delta teams support the health and wellness in our community.

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Physiologist and fitness instructors at The Lifestyle Center, a medicallybased facility, are committed to helping community members improve their health and well-being through exercise with daily classes of aerobics, karate, line-dancing, Zumba, Pilates, and yoga to name a few.

Additionally, throughout the year, Kaweah Delta hosts and sponsors health-related events in our community, including free general health screenings, heart and artery screenings, cancer screenings during Wellness & You seminars, and a mental health awareness event at Kaweah Delta Mental Health Hospital.

Monthly wellness education classes are conducted with rotating topics at the Sequoia Regional Cancer Center and in partnership with the senior living facility Quail Park. Kaweah Delta collaborates with the Central California Blood Center to offer quarterly blood drives at the medical center. In addition, Kaweah Delta coordinators host diabetes health fairs and workshops, and sports medicine workshops are conducted by the therapist team at Kaweah Delta Therapy Specialists, and many more health-related events and services.

Nutritional Education Programs Based on MyPlate, our community’s youth learn the difference between foods and suggests they think about whether foods are Go foods, Slow foods, or Whoa foods. Go Foods, like low-fat milk, are foods that are good to eat almost anytime. Slow Foods, like pancakes, aren’t off-limits, but they shouldn’t be eaten every day. Whoa foods, like French fries, are the least healthy and the most likely to cause weight problems.

Also, Kaweah Delta outreach coordinators develop resident leaders and peer-to-peer health education, which include family walking events, food preparation and tasting, gardening tips, and free exercise classes. Also, facilitators from the new Kaweah Delta Chronic Disease Management Center offers its residents Stanford University’s Empowerment for Better Living 10-week course, a highly impactful self-management program aimed to assist patients and/ or caregivers with proper management of chronic diseases such as diabetes and pulmonary disease.

Coordinated School Health Programs The CATCH curriculum, with training provided by Kaweah Delta outreach team, is offered at after-school programs. CATCH has been proven to prevent childhood obesity by educating our youth and communities about healthier lifestyles through healthy messages and physical education.

To learn more about free health workshops and classes available through Kaweah Delta, visit kaweahdelta.org and search for upcoming events.

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Networking and Connections

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inkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter are all powerful networking tools.

Each is an effective instrument when strategically used to increase your connectivity. But are they enough?

Research shows that those who have taken the time to build relationships with people in their network are more successful. You cannot create valuable relationships by simply “friending” someone on Facebook or accepting an invitation on LinkedIn. It is difficult to really get to know someone merely by following them. We all have a lot of people on our LinkedIn accounts we barely know. So if social media alone isn’t enough, what can you do to significantly increase your network?

Easy. You join the Visalia Chamber of Commerce as an Ambassador. As you attend the ribbon cuttings, the monthly Ambassador meeting, and the Business After Hours, you meet like-minded individuals looking to grow their network.

However, there is more to it than hanging out over a cheese platter and exchanging business cards. Building a network takes thought and effort. Like any relationship, you only get out of it what you give. Give before you get and you will increase the investment of your time.

While attending the Business After Hours, you can volunteer to bring a raffle prize or work the entrance table the night of the event. Perhaps you can help build someone else’s network by introducing them to an associate. Is there someone you are interested in making contact with? Find a contact you have in common and ask for an introduction. This is the best way to meet someone. You not only connect with someone you are interested in doing business with, but you often get an immediate referral! When you receive a business card, follow up with a note letting them know how nice it was to meet them and that you look forward to working with them in the future. As you go to the ribbon cuttings, take the time to introduce yourself to the host, get to know more about their business, or invite them to future Chamber events. Do not be in a hurry to ask them for their business.

As I once read, “if you ask for someone’s business before you have established a relationship, you risk the opportunity to cultivate one.” Engage them before you enrage them…A ribbon cutting is their

time to shine, not yours. If you have the opportunity to attend the Ambassador meeting on the fourth Thursday of each month, sit next to someone new.

Ask questions and listen to their story.

Everyone wants to feel included. People buy from people they like, and people like someone who appreciates them.

Looking for even more opportunities to increase your network? Well, the Chamber has more. The Chamber’s Young Professionals Network meets once a quarter, and what better way to meet Visalia’s up-and-comers than by socializing with the group every month?

YEA! (Young Entrepreneurs Academy) is a year-long academy hosted by the Visalia Chamber of Commerce, which teaches core entrepreneurial skills to middle and high school students. You can mentor a student and help them launch their own small business. Leadership Visalia is another valuable networking tool the Chamber offers. The Leadership Visalia mission statement says it all: Develop knowledge, experience, and skills for effective and visionary leadership that will benefit each participant, their workplace, and the community of Visalia.

When I started my job at Central Valley Business Forms, Inc. as a sales person, I was advised to get involved with the Chamber Ambassadors—not just lukewarm or halfway, but to dive into it and be an active participant. The results have been stellar. I have met more people, made more friends, and increased my network exponentially. My business has increased, and I have been privileged to help others grow their businesses by chairing the Visalia Chamber Ambassador Committee. I can testify that there is not a more powerful networking tool than your Visalia Chamber of Commerce membership!

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Paving the Way for

ENTREPRENEURS

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isalia has long been known for its small town feel and sense of community. As in any city, there are plenty of areas in town that could benefit from improvement projects and those are important to note, but the people who live here and take pride in the sense of community are always looking for new ways to make it even better.

So much of Visalia’s success has to do with the projects that involve its people.

Both the young and the mature in this community have something in common, and that is the desire to invest in business ideas that promote growth and offer more opportunities to its citizens. They are eager to find the newest ways to integrate technology, to promote better health, and to serve the underserved in all corners of this community. Behind these efforts, this community has a hidden treasure in the Visalia Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber is committed to bridging the gap between local business opportunities and those who are eager to launch and run new businesses. They play an integral part in supporting small businesses and providing education to those who are eager to learn how to get into the game!

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Through the Chamber’s work with the Young Entrepreneur Academy (YEA!), local youth are given the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of what it means to be an entrepreneur and the steps that

are required to launch a small startup business. In less than a year, the Chamber works with local businesses and resources to educate the young people by pairing them with mentors and real business experiences. Through these established

businesses and community members, the young entrepreneurs learn the tools necessary to make their business ideas a reality. It’s a large feat in a short amount of time, but success is demonstrated every spring when the academy graduates five to 15 Young Entrepreneur’s, which is something we can all be proud of!

More recently, you may have participated in or read about Visalia’s first SOUP event that was held downtown at the 210 Connect building. This community, crowd-funding concept was adopted from the mid-west after a few leaders in the Visalia community locked arms with the Chamber. It didn’t take long for SOUP to become Visalia’s newest competitive edge. The SOUP committee found an event sponsor and began accepting applications from hopeful community members who had innovative ideas for new business ventures or needed startup funds to get their ideas off the ground.

More than a dozen applications were submitted, and four were selected to present their ideas to the community.

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they hear the ideas from the presenters, and submit their vote for their favorite business concept, all while enjoying soup. At Visalia’s first SOUP event, local business owner and healthy catering entrepreneur Kellie Black of Mache brought in two delicious soups and served them up while attendees voted for the idea they wished to help make a reality in Visalia. It was a difficult decision, but the voting process speaks for itself.

Visalia’s first crowd funding award was given to Greg Morentin, who won the pot

of money to further his idea: Martial Arts for Kids with Autism and Special Needs!

Thank you to the Visalia Chamber of Commerce for advocating for and promoting small business ventures and ideas in this community by volunteering for events and academies like YEA! and SOUP. Through these programs, community members can get involved and see the fruits of their labor where they live, work, and choose to raise their families.

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ore than 115 years ago, when 21 charter members began the Visalia Chamber of Commerce, they could never have imagined the growth of this organization and our community. However, through their enduring vision to create a powerful organization dedicated to serving as the voice of business, those charter members ensured our local industries would flourish and thrive.

The Visalia Chamber has achieved wonderful things during that history, and the past year has been no different.

From helping members overcome obstacles big and small, to providing strategic leadership for the growth and development of our business community, and ensuring members have access to powerful resources, the Chamber has driven business to new successes.

At the foundation of these accomplishments, what drives the Chamber’s work are our members.

Listening to the needs of our local business community, the Chamber responds by developing tangible solutions for those members. Businesses rely on the Chamber of Commerce to be a wealth of information on current business trends,

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market conditions, and public policy.

Businesses understand that the Chamber is a resource and a tool they can use to make their business more successful.

The Chamber organizes and directs the efforts of those who share the desire to improve the conditions under which business is conducted. Through participation in the Chamber, members are able to accomplish collectively what they could not do individually. This spirit of collective action, partnership, and collaboration has driven the Chamber to new successes. Together, we have done remarkable things.

Serving as the voice of business for our members allows businesses to focus on their work while the Chamber represents their interests with local, state, and federal oďŹƒcials. From supporting or opposing legislation that would help or hurt business, to helping demystify questions about starting your business, the Visalia Chamber is a valuable resource.

This year, members joined together and through several workshops, City Council work sessions, and meetings, we were successful in helping the City

of Visalia adopt a new Micro-brewery/ Micro-winery ordinance. Through similar processes, we anticipate to see the emergence of a food truck industry that will lead to the development of supportive ordinance. Additionally, we partnered with our state Assemblyperson Devon Mathis to provide legal protection for small businesses facing frivolous lawsuits. Together, we overcome challenges too big for individual businesses.

Joining together isn’t a new idea for most Chamber members. Many businesses enjoy generational memberships, meaning that businesses joined the Chamber well before the current leadership was in place. In some cases, Chamber membership was established long before current leadership was even born! Even while adding new members every week, the average business has held their membership for well over 17 years.

Chamber helps businesses increase their exposure in our community, maximizing the creditability and the positive reputation Chamber membership brings.

Visalia Chamber of Commerce members have invested in their businesses and community, joining with others to make our community stronger. While some leverage their membership to increase awareness and strengthen their brand, others utilize the vast leadership, entrepreneurship, and workforce solutions to take their business to the next level. Whether microenterprises operating out of a home office or multinational global businesses, all have benefited from the steadfast business advocacy the Visalia Chamber provides. Through networking events and community resources, the Visalia Chamber helps provide connections that drive business development.

Businesses renew their membership year-after-year because of the value that membership adds not only to their business, but the community at large. A growing membership base is a great sign that the local business economy is getting stronger. Businesses are seeking out partnerships that strengthen their brand, promote their identity in the community, and provide resources for their business and employees.

Leadership Visalia, Young Professional Network, and Business Academy workshops have developed and trained business leaders to take the next steps in their careers. Responsive to member needs, these programs address real roadblocks members have when reaching for new heights. Recognized for their quality of leadership, the entrepreneur and workforce development training programs are member benefits that make the grade.

A Schapiro Group and Market Street Survey found that, “When consumers know that a business is a member of the Chamber of Commerce, they are more likely to think favorably of it and more likely to purchase goods or services from the company in the future.” Through our powerful marketing network, the

The Chamber’s goal is to continue to build collaborative partnerships that allow them to create and improve the business environment while promoting Visalia as a premier community in which to live, work, and do business. We invite you to engage with us on this important mission.

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2017 Annual Awards Celebration A

t the 64th Annual Awards Celebration, the Visalia Chamber honored businesses and individuals who consistently go above and beyond to support our community. Through this event, the business community is given the chance to support the work and people that make this community strong.

This year, more than 550 people attended the celebration where the following businesses and individuals were recognized: Man of the Year Terry Ommen Woman of the Year Kathleen Remillard Young Professional of the Year Brett Taylor Non-Profit of the Year Central Valley Recovery Services Large Business of the Year Buckman-Mitchell Inc. Medium Business of the Year Provost & Pritchard Consulting Group Small Business of the Year Planing Mill Artisan Pizzeria

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ktoberfest offers the community a chance to celebrate the harvest season and has become a staple community festival as it gets bigger and better each year.

More than 25 local restaurants, caterers, breweries, craft beer vendors, and wineries highlighted the best Visalia has to offer. This year, more than 1,100 people attended Oktoberfest held at Vossler Farms Pumpkin Patch and enjoyed live music and festivities.

P H O T O S BY A N D R E A C A M A R E N O , G OA L L I N E M E D I A

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Christmas Tree Auction M

ore than 1,100 guests spent the evening supporting more than 30 local charities while eating great food, drinking local wine, and dancing the night away. To date, more than four million dollars has been raised through the Christmas Tree Auction since it was started in 1980. This year, the theme was “White Christmas” and featured a live auction, two silent auctions, and a wine tree raffle.

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P H O T O S BY R O N H O L M A N , V I S A L I A T I M E S - D E LTA | R OY D R E S S E L , R OY D R E S S E L P H O T O G R A P H Y

Leadership Visalia Golf Tournament T

he Leadership Visalia Golf Tournament is the primary fundraising event to support the Leadership Visalia class. Funds raised support the class project and scholarship fund for future leadership students. This year, the tournament was hosted at Valley Oaks Golf Course and brought out more than 65 golfers.

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2017 Annual Member Meeting

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In April 2017, the Visalia Chamber held their annual Member Meeting at Buckman Mitchell, Inc. This event allows the Chamber to show support and gratitude for their members.

At this meeting, the Chamber awarded “Ambassador of the Year” to Sharon Allison-Crook with AMVETS.

MEMBERSHIP

WHY JOIN THE CHAMBER

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MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

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MEMBERSHIP

PARTICIPATING IN THE CHAMBER

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MEMBERSHIP

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION 222 N. Garden St. Suite 300 Visalia CA, 93292 559.734.5876 www.visaliachamber.org

Company:

Date:__________________________

Primary Contact Person:

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Ambassador (Bronze level or higher):

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(Attach a separate sheet with contact information for additional people who should receive Chamber information)

Physical Address: _____

City:

State: _ Zip:

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Billing Contact Person (if different):____________________________________ E-mail: _____________________________________

Billing Address (if different):__________

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Website Address:

Number of Employees:

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Primary Phone:

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Business Category (for directory):

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Business Description (50 words or less)

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Membership investment paid to the Visalia Chamber of Commerce is not tax deductible as a charitable contribution. However, membership investments may be tax deductible as an ordinary business expense. 3% of your dues are not deductible due to lobbying expenses.

Business Membership Tier Selection

Tier Selected

Annual Dues

Tiered Dues: $_____________ Platinum $ 3060

Gold $ 1530

110% Club: $______________ Silver

$ 990 Total Due: $______________ Bronze

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Classic

$ 450 * Non-Profit Organization (Select any tier listed above and receive a 25% discount on the business rate. (501(c) 3 status required)

Platinum $2295, Gold $1147, Silver $742, Bronze $502, Classic $337 ** 110% Club ** You have the option of contributing an additional 10% to support leadership, entrepreneurship, and advocacy programs. 110% Club members will receive special recognition in publications and at events.

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LEADERSHIP

Leadership Visalia Affects

CHANGE

The Leadership Visalia program helps participating leaders identify emerging trends and hone skills with the tools they learn to be effective in their arenas.

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ne can study many different leadership principles, and through their application, different outcomes can emerge. Through any study of leadership, one important factor must not be overlooked: the leaders themselves.

We each bring unique facets of our lives and experiences to the table. The Leadership Visalia program helps the individual participants learn more about their own leadership styles and strengths.

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During the program, varying leadership styles and strategies are displayed and shared through each of the students.

As they grow together as a team, the participants gain valuable insight into their own qualities and in the individual strengths of their fellow community leaders.

Diversity is one of the many great qualities of the Leadership Visalia program. It is reflected professionally and individually among the students.

Being a leader in our community includes not only stepping out to offer your own strengths, but also recognizing and allowing others to step forward with theirs.

Making a difference in our community happens at all levels. It starts with an individual committed to affecting their environment. It continues with genuineness and openness to put others’ needs ahead of our own. We as individuals must embrace the realization

LEADERSHIP that change is also inevitable. In order to maintain effective influence in our community, we as leaders must stay abreast of the change, and give others the tools they need for success. The Leadership Visalia program helps participating leaders identify emerging trends and hone skills with the tools they have to be effective in their arenas.

As a community of leaders committed to identifying, shaping, and mentoring our future leaders, we need to create an environment of possibility. Embracing the notion of, “the impossible just takes longer,� is a key tenet for community enrichment. Leaders with a vision for the future keep in mind current trends while recognizing historical value of lessons learned in the past to strengthen our core.

Through Leadership Visalia, successful participants have had the opportunity to define and improve on their own unique leadership strengths and spend time with mentors who help them clarify these qualities. They also gain collaborative experience, learning about leadership qualities of others. Through a relevant community project, each plays to their own strengths, affecting change within our community. This culminating event exemplifies a core value of leadership; to not only have the courage to play to your own strength, but the humility to play to the strengths of others.

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Visalia Unified School District

CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION 2016-2017 WRAP UP T E X T BY K I M BAT T Y, W B L CO N SU LTA N T A N D LI N K ED L E A R N I N G A DV I S O RY B OA R D M EM B ER

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nly one word can describe Visalia Unified School District’s Career Technical Education’s year: success! We have more than 5,000 high school students in Visalia enrolled in Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways and Linked Learning Academies. This is cumulative of the 15 Career Pathways and 10 Linked Learning Academies throughout VUSD. VUSD has some of the top CTE and Linked Learning teachers in the state of California, delivering a graduation rate of 100 percent of their CTE students (2015-2016 data). The teachers and VUSD CTE staff work diligently to ensure the students are college- and career-ready upon graduation.

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(VPIE), the students participated in 207 job shadow experiences throughout Tulare and Fresno Counties. In addition, 27 of these partners hosted internships for 80 high school students this summer.

Many of these partners were also on hand throughout the year to attend VUSD career fairs for 8th graders, be a guest speaker in the classroom, and also host an industry tour for students. VUSD appreciates the commitment of Visalia Partners in Education for the 20162017 school year in helping as we create futures for our Visalia students.

Lastly, but surely not least, the next school year brings some changes to the VUSD CTE team. We want to thank Bill Davis, director of CTE, for his hard work in the development of the Linked Learning Academies and expansions of the CTE pathways over the last four

years. The VUSD CTE team and teachers wish him all the best at his new position at Golden West High School. The VUSD CTE team and VPIE board of directors welcomes Jim Sullivan, Director of College and Career Readiness, as the new leader of the CTE department. VUSD’s CTE department will continue to grow and thrive under Jim’s leadership.

If you would like to be involved in events held by the VUSD Career Technical Education department please call (559) 730-7510. The VUSD CTE department is always looking for industry professionals who would like to be part of the Visalia Partners in Education and help prepare students for college and career readiness. Visalia Partners in Education (VPIE) opportunities include: job shadowing, internships, professional mentoring, and guest speaking events.

Annual Report 2016-2017 District CTE & Linked Learning Data CTE Student Enrollment: 3942 Linked Learning Student Enrollment: 1158 Career Technical Education Pathways: 15 Linked Learning Academies: 10 CTE Teachers: 35 Linked Learning Teachers: 47

CTE Student Graduation Rate: 100%

Work-Based Work Based Learning Learning:     

Student Job Shadow EXPERIENCES: 207 Student HOURS in Job Shadow Experiences: 1035 Summer Internship PARTICIPANTS: 80 Students Number of PARTNERS hosting Internships: 27 Students HOURS in Internships: 7560

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 Total Number of PARTNERS involved in WBL: 275  Total number of HOURS donated: 17,960 Hours  VPIE Donation 2016-2017:

$718,400.00

(2015-2016 Data)

Automotive Student Internship/Job Shadow: 40 Students 15 Different Partners 1440 Hours

VUSD Investment in CTE & Linked Learning 2016-2017

$5,850,223.00

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EXECUTIVE SPOTLIGHT

SAMANTHA RUMMAGE-MATHIAS

Wyndham Visalia, General Manager

Education: BA Degree in Business and

Tourism from University of Wales, U.K., CHA—Certified Hotel Administrator from American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute (AH&L).

Originally from: Wales, United Kingdom

In Visalia area since: 1997 Family: Husband, David; Children, Jessica (20), 3rd year biology (pre-med) at Fresno State; Brandan (17), entering civil engineering at Cal Poly SLO this fall; Katelyn (17), entering psychology this fall (undecided between three locations); and Tabytha (13), entering Golden West High School this fall. Yes, that is correct…three in college this fall!

Proudest accomplishments: During the third year of my four-year BA Degree in Tourism, It was required to work overseas in tourism. I moved from Wales to California for a total of 16 months (adding on an extra summer) and worked in Sequoia National Park under a management-training program for the park’s hotel and lodging concession.

Biggest professional challenge: Earning my first general manager position at 26 years old in a very senior male-dominated position in the hotel industry.

Soap box moment—what do you want to tell people in Visalia?

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Inn was a challenge, but welcomed by the team and successfully completed.

I have a management team of 15 who have a total of 275 years of combined hotel experience in service, sales, food and beverage, and professional catered meetings and conventions. This longevity and experience allows us to motivate 135 employees and in-turn, reach a guest service score of 4.45 out of 5 for Wyndham Hotel and Resorts.

Top three things on my bucket list: • To successfully complete a multimillion dollar renovation in 2017/2018.

• To reach a 5 out of 5 on guest satisfaction.

• To repeat the achievement of being Large Business of the Year.

Who do you consider your primary mentor, and what has she/he taught you? Nina Clancy, Woman

of the Year 2013 for Visalia Chamber of Commerce and Co-Owner of Greenhouse Montessori and a Place To Grow, has been my mentor. She sponsored me to join Visalia County Center Rotary (VCCR), where I have been an active member for 12 years. Her drive, energy, passion, and leadership in the community have driven me to lead and be involved in non-profits.

My involvement in the community is Past President of United Way of Tulare County, Past Executive Board Member for Visalia Chamber of Commerce, Past Chair and currently on the Executive Board for Visalia Convention and Visitors Bureau, Mentor for the YEA! Academy managed by Visalia Chamber of Commerce, Mentor for Green Acres Middle School Mentoring Program, and

current Chair of Scholarship Committee for Visalia County Center Rotary.

What is your leadership style? After reading Now, Discover Your Strengths

by M. Buckingham and D. Clifton, my leadership style is a combination of strategic leadership—strong in creating alternative ways to proceed, turning thoughts into actions—and maximizer leadership—using strengths of a team to stir personal and group excellence.

How do you motivate your team?

By setting the bar high and challenging my team to always focus on transforming something strong into something superb every day. The team is allowed to be as creative as possible without the fear of failing. I tell them, “if it doesn’t work, it’s ok, just don’t give up and try something else.” I also like referring to the ways of Tony Shey, the CEO of Zappos.

What are you passionate about?

Providing a fun, exciting, and rewarding place so employees enjoy coming to work.

It’s simple: happy employees mean happy guests!

What are some words you live by?

“Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony” – Ghandi, 1869-1948

What are you reading and why?

I just finished Shoe Dog, a memoir by the creator of NIKE, Phil Knight. I am reading this as it fascinates me that the brand has crossed all continents and demographics, and the shoes are worn by everyone: young, old, and not even athletic! The book touches upon the idea that the ‘swoosh’ is more than a logo, it is a symbol of grace and greatness.

EXECUTIVE SPOTLIGHT to achieve self-reliance through innovative pathways and collaboration.

As you can imagine, it takes a great many interrelated strategies to address a challenge as prevalent as poverty. It takes professional staff with empathy, collaborating with a broad range of partners, and a human-centered approach in which we continually listen to our customers and partners. I am proud to work alongside the many people and organizations who have dedicated themselves to this work.

CARLA CALHOUN

CSET, Deputy Director Education: Bachelor of Arts,

Journalism, Reporting and Writing emphasis, San Jose State University, CA. Graduate of Leadership Visalia, 20032004 (at the time: Sequoia Regional Leadership).

Originally from: Tulare, CA In Visalia area since: 1999, after a

decade in the Bay Area and about 12 years in Logan, UT at the Space Dynamics Laboratory at Utah State University.

Family: Married to Dave Calhoun, Director of Family Court Services, Tulare County Superior Court. Two adult sons, Matthew and Joshua, both thriving in Southern California.

Proudest accomplishments: CSET’s workforce development programs work with local businesses to meet their talent needs. I’m proud of our efforts to help young people find their career paths and prepare adult job seekers for good jobs. It all starts with developing productive relationships with businesses and listening to their needs and plans.

Our staff members have dedicated themselves to developing relationships that benefit local businesses and the community.

Biggest professional challenge: CSET is the community action agency for Tulare County with the mission to inspire youth, families, and communities

Soap box moment—what do you want to tell people in Visalia?

Parks and trees are vital for healthy people and a healthy economy. I have been proud to serve as Chair on Visalia’s Parks and Recreation Commission to advocate for new parks and trails, as well as maintenance of our existing parks. A well connected system of trails, lined by shade trees, ensures residents across the city can safely walk and bike to schools, parks, shopping centers, and city services.

Top three things on your bucket list: Write a book in partnership with

my husband, immerse myself in another culture, and design a course on public speaking for introverts.

Who do you consider your primary mentor, and what has she/he taught you? My early mentors helped

me hone my writing and editing skills.

One memorable learning moment occurred while I wrote proposals for Ford Aerospace & Communications.

The project manager, Frank Bell III, was shredding the previous day’s draft, but he stopped the shredder when he spotted a typographical error that I had missed, circled it in red, and left it for me and the team to find the next morning. I was forever after driven to be meticulous in my work.

What is your leadership style?

I strive to be a transformational leader, but I suspect I employ a number of styles depending on the situation. I definitely consider myself part of the team and focus on the needs of the team and how I can support them; I provide the big picture and help the team recognize connections among other programs, departments, and external partners.

How do you motivate your team?

I look for opportunities to praise often.

Failures are not negative outcomes but rather learning opportunities to promote growth for both the individual and CSET. Providing them the supportive space to be creative often inspires self-confidence and encourages exceptional program delivery and customer service. Mentoring staff members to succeed gives me more satisfaction than any other role I perform. By listening to their concerns then asking questions to frame the issue, staff members often uncover phenomenal solutions and ideas.

What are you passionate about?

A healthy, thriving community needs art and cultural opportunities for people of all ages. Visalia is fortunate to have locally available resources, such as College of the Sequoias, VUSD’s performing arts and music programs, the City’s excellent programs through the Parks & Recreation Department, and Arts Visalia. I joined the Arts Visalia board a few months ago because I appreciate its ability to attract a diverse range of artists, which in turn attracts people of all ages and backgrounds. The public is invited to a new exhibit each month, with an artist’s reception on each first Friday evening.

What are some words you live by?

I end my day with this Ralph W. Emerson quote: “Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could.

Some blunders and absurdities have crept in; forget them as soon as you can.

Tomorrow is a new day. You shall begin it serenely and with too high a spirit to be encumbered with your old nonsense.”

What are you reading & why?

I’m usually reading a classic and a contemporary author at any one time.

Currently, I am enjoying a collection of Edith Wharton’s short stories as well as All They Will Call You by local author Tim Z. Hernandez. I am also intrigued

by IDEO’s Circular Design methods to produce products that have a regenerative rather than a linear life cycle. Check it out at www.circulardesignguide.com.

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KAREN GROSS

State Farm Insurance Agent

Education: Proud alumni of Redwood High School! I also have a degree in Business Management from Ashworth University.

Originally from: Born and raised in Visalia.

In Visalia area since: See above.

Family: Married to Roland for almost 20 years with three kids—Leann, Troy, and Logan (who are identical twin boys).

Proudest accomplishments: While my job is extremely rewarding, the one thing that I work really hard at is finding balance in my professional career and home life. I think every working mom today struggles with this as I do. I have achieved many levels of success in my career, including starting a business from scratch, but being able to do that while spending quality time with my family is definitely something I am proud of.

Biggest professional challenge:

Starting a brand new business from the ground up has been extremely challenging. I did not take over an existing business, but rather opened my doors, day one, with no customers. This was frightening, but has turned out to be incredibly rewarding.

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Soap box moment—what do you want to tell people in Visalia? I

don’t know if there’s much I would want to tell people in Visalia as much as I love telling others about Visalia. We have an amazingly wonderful community. You can be walking down the sidewalk and a complete stranger will say “hi” for no reason. Visalians are a very friendly and welcoming group of people.

Top three things on your bucket list: I would like to visit the Azores

islands of Portugal. This is where my family is from and I would love to experience the islands as they are today.

My bucket list, however, is quite simple: I want to live a long and happy life, which means I need to focus on the journey of life and appreciate all its ups and downs, rather than on a destination.

Who do you consider your primary mentor, and what has she/he taught you? I have so many people

I look up to and try to emulate, but my biggest mentor, without a doubt, is my dad. Being a farmer for most of his life, he taught me the value of a hard day’s work and the true definition of a good work ethic.

What is your leadership style? I’m

a big believer in leading by example and treating my staff with respect. I want to

be admired as a leader, not viewed as a boss. I would never ask my team to do something I wouldn’t do myself.

How do you motivate your team? I

am quite blessed in the fact that my team is very goal-oriented and strives to reach all of the goals that we set. Gathering the input of my team and setting the goals together fosters buy-in of my team into the business. When they have buy-in, it’s much more personal and therefore, more important. Then of course, once we reach that goal, we celebrate! My team members are not just employees to me— they are family.

What are you passionate about?

My family.

What are some words you live by? The Golden Rule—“Treat others

as you wish to be treated” is simple, yet powerful.

What are you reading and why? My team and I read books together to help with motivation and self-improvement.

Last year we read Four Disciplines of Execution, which made a huge impact in our business. Next, we will be reading Eat that Frog, which is about how to improve procrastination.

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VIVINT, INC. (877) 873-9883 www.vivint.com

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APARTMENT & HOME RENTAL

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KELLER & WEGLEY CONSULTING ENGINEERS (559) 732-7938

LANE ENGINEERS, INC. (559) 688-5263 www.laneengineers.com

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DUST CONTROL, ETC. (559) 651-1345 www.gotdust.com

FRAZER, LLP (559) 732-4135 www.frazerllp.com

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ARTS, CULTURE & HUMANITIES ART BY MACARENO (559) 308-8660

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VISALIA FOX THEATRE (559) 625-1369 www.foxvisalia.org

VISALIA LIONS BAND REVIEW (559) 909-1817 www.visaliainvitational.com

ATTORNEYS ALLEN LAW FIRM (559) 627-3855 www.allenlawfirmvisalia.com Visalia Attorney David Allen offers aggressive legal representation in criminal law cases. Whether you are dealing with a DUI charge, domestic violence charge, or a juvenile law case, Mr. Allen will be with you through every step of the legal process. He also provides legal representation for divorce/ family law and child custody matters.

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MCCORMICK, KABOT, JENNER & LEW (559) 734-6729 www.mkjw.com

* PELTZER & RICHARDSON L. C. (559) 372-2400 www.prlawcorp.com

* PEREZ LAW FIRM, THE (559) 625-2626 www.victorperezlawfirm.com

* RAUBER & JOHNSON (559) 741-1800 www.rauberjohnson.com

RUDDELL, COCHRAN, STANTON, & BIXLER, LLP (559) 733-5770 www.visalialaw.com

* SHERWOOD LAW OFFICES (559) 733-3900

* SUTTON HAGUE LAW CORPORATION (559) 325-0500 www.suttonhague.com

JD’S AUTO OUTLET VISALIA (559) 636-2886 www.jdautooutlet.com

AUTOMOBILE DEALERS

ED DENA’S AUTO CENTER (559) 733-9600 www.eddenasautocenter.com

WILL TIESIERA FORD MERCURY (559) 688-7471 www.willtiesieraford.com

AUTOMOBILE RENTAL * GIANT CHEVROLET CADILLAC (559) 733-1100 www.giantautomotive.com

ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR (559) 625-4354 www.enterprise.com

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE, REPAIR & PARTS * GROPPETTI AUTOMOTIVE (559) 734-3333 x2201 www.groppettiauto.com

V TOWN DERBY DAMES (559) 679-1456 www.vtownderbydames.com The V Town Derby Dames roller derby league is comprised of two teams: The Dames and The Darlings.

The dames are the league’s charter team. The Dames play both home and away games. The Darlings are a team comprised of some veterans and skaters new to the sport.

WILLIAMS, BRODERSEN & PRITCHETT LLP (559) 635-9000 www.wbplawyers.com

We provide new and pre-owned sales, services, parts, and financing. Please visit us to view and test-drive the car of your choice–you can count on us!

GROPPETTI AUTOMOTIVE-VISALIA BUICK GMC (559) 802-1700 www.groppettiauto.com

GROPPETTI AUTOMOTIVE-NISSAN OF VISALIA (559) 734-3333 www.groppettiauto.com

GROPPETTI AUTOMOTIVE-VISALIA FORD (559) 625-1000 www.groppettiauto.com

GROPPETTI AUTOMOTIVE-VISALIA HONDA (559) 627-4444 www.groppettiauto.com

GROPPETTI AUTOMOTIVE-VISALIA HYUNDAI (559) 733-3325 www.groppettiauto.com

GROPPETTI AUTOMOTIVE-VISALIA TOYOTA & SCION (559) 627-4777 www.groppettiauto.com

* ALEX’S PAINT & BODY (559) 734-0720 www.alexspaintnbody.com

ALL PRO TRUCK & AUTO BODY (559) 308-9069 www.allpro559.com

* AUTO OIL CHANGERS (559) 627-1093 www.autooilchangers.com

AUTO OIL CHANGERS (559) 732-1190 www.autooilchangers.com

AUTO OIL CHANGERS (559) 635-8074 www.autooilchangers.com

CARROLL’S TIRE WAREHOUSE (559) 733-5040 www.carrollstirewarehouse.com

CENTRAL VALLEY COLLISION REPAIR (559) 734-4740 www.centralvalleycollisionrepair.com Central Valley Collision Repair is a woman-owned business that cares about your safety. We are always on the forefront of auto body repair technologies. Not only do we make your car look great, but we make sure it is repaired to the highest standards so you know it’s safe.

* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY * QUALITY PAINT & BODY, INC (559) 734-3501 www.qpbonline.com Quality Paint & Body is the latest in a long line of successful collision repair facilities founded by Brooks Lemons. Since 1979, Mr. Lemons’ shops have been producing the highest-quality paint and bodywork in the San Joaquin Valley. Quality Paint & Body operates out of 43 work bays in Visalia, 11 work bays in Porterville, and eight work bays in Tulare. Our mission at Quality Paint & Body is to ensure superior vehicular repairs while providing a feeling of personalized and individual customer rapport and friendship.

SMITH AUTO PARTS (559) 734-1526 www.smithauto.com

TOM’S BODY & PAINT, INC./TOM’S TOWING (559) 732-3914 www.tomsbodyandpaint.net

VISALIA AUTO BODY (559) 734-4115 www.visaliaautobody.com

* ZYLSTRA AUTOMOTIVE (559) 739-7303 www.zylstraauto.com

BAKERY & DESSERTS GOODIES COOKIES & SPECIALTY CAKES (559) 625-4663 www.goodiescookiesncakes.wix.com/ cakescookiesdesserts

JAVIS DONUTS (559) 635-600

RITA’S ITALIAN ICE (559) 805-6511 www.ritasofvisalia.com

BARBERS, BEAUTY SALONS & SPAS * COURTYARD AESTHETICS (559) 735-3117 www.courtyardaesthetics.com

VISALIA CRYO (559) 429-9210 visaliacryo.com

BEVERAGE & BOTTLING COMPANIES * BUENO BEVERAGE COMPANY (559) 651-2444 www.abwholesaler.com/ sequoiabeverage/home Bueno Beverage Company proudly distributes the fine products of Anheuser-Busch and Constellation Brands to the Central Valley. After 40 plus years of service, Bueno Beverage still supplies the freshest, highest-quality beer available anywhere.

* VISALIA CERAMIC TILE, INC. (559) 651-2925 www.vctile.com

CARDS & GIFTS G.W. STEWART’S SALON & GIFT EMPORIUM (559) 734-9294

NAKED NUT, LLC (559) 697-6561 www.thenakednut.com

We are Culligan of Lindsay, your water technology experts proudly serving Central California. Our dealership specializes in providing water softeners, reverse osmosis systems, water coolers, bottled water, water filtering, and softener salt delivery service to area homes and businesses.

Fabulous gift baskets and highest quality of locally grown fruits and nuts—Purveyors of high quality, locally sourced and grown fruits and nuts in all kinds of healthy and yummy flavors. We specialize in fabulous and creatively designed, custom-made gift baskets for all occasions and holidays. We have an awesome local store!

VALLEY WIDE BEVERAGE COMPANY (559) 650-1500 x11 www.valleywidebeverage.com Valley Wide Beverage is a beer distributor located in Fresno, CA. We supply a variety of quality beverages to thousands of retail accounts throughout Central California. We are a responsible corporate and community partner. With a goal to satisfy our customers, suppliers, and employee expectation.

BUILDING MATERIALS, SUPPLIES & SERVICES

SARA SMITH—INDEPENDENT DISTRIBUTOR OF SEND OUT CARDS (559) 553-2311 www.sendoutcards.com

TACHI PALACE HOTEL & CASINO (559) 924-7751 www.tachipalace.com The Tachi Palace Hotel and Casino in Lemoore offers its guests and players nothing less than an extraordinary experience. The hotel has 225 guest rooms and suites, and the casino features 2,000 of the newest slot and video games, along with 38 table and poker games. Open 24-hours a day, the Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino offers everyone, 18 or older, a chance to escape the ordinary and perhaps get lucky.

* TULE RIVER TRIBE EAGLE MOUNTAIN CASINO (559) 788-6220 www.eaglemtncasino.com Eagle Mountain Casino is owned and operated by the Tule River Indian Tribe, located on the Tule River Indian Reservation in Porterville, Ca. Since 1996, it has grown to a full service casino with two restaurants, a food court, nearly 1,200 slots, 10 table games including three poker tables, a gift shop, the Yokut’s Coffee House, and an Entertainment Center.

CATERING & SUPPLIES MACHE (559) 901-5085 gomache.com

SUE SA’S CREATIVE CATERING (559) 733-9001 www.suesacatering.com

CHILDREN ACT FOR WOMEN & GIRLS (559) 738-8037 www.actforwomenandgirls.org

CASINOS * CHUKCHANSI GOLD RESORT AND CASINO (559) 692-5295 www.chukchansigold.com

* BEN-E-LECT FOUNDATION (559) 733-1240 www.benelectfoundation.org

(559) 734-4313 www.galantebros.com

KELLY-MOORE PAINT COMPANY (559) 734-0861 www.kellymoore.com

* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

SANTA FE AGGREGATES (559) 564-3302 www.SantaFeAggregates.com

CULLIGAN WATER CONDITIONING (559) 562-6361 www.lindsayculligan.com

* GALANTE BROS ENTERPRISES YOGURTLAND (559) 624-0811 www.yogurt-land.com

KITCHELL-CEM (559) 263-9660 www.kitchell.com

* CASA (COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES OF TULARE COUNTY) (559) 625-4007 www.casatulareco.org

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MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY FAMILY SERVICES OF TULARE COUNTY (559) 732-1970 www.fstc.net

* IMAGINEU INTERACTIVE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM (559) 733-5975 www.imagineumuseum.org

VISALIA SUNSET ROTARY (559) 250-8634 www.visaliasunsetrotary.com

WEST VISALIA KIWANIS (559) 967-6808 www.westvisaliakiwanis.org

CIVIC MINDED INDIVIDUALS ELAINE MARTEL

* PROYOUTH (559) 374-2030 www.proyouthexpandedlearning.org

* READ FOR LIFE (559) 798-0126 www.readforlife.org

TULARE COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION CHILD CARE (559) 651-3022 www.tcoe.org/childcare

CIVIC & SERVICE CLUBS AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN (AAUW) (559) 623-9066 visalia sequoia-ca.aauw.net

FRED RUIZ (559) 591-5510 www.elmonterey.com/

KIM BATTY (559) 816-9199 www.kbconcepts.net

COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES BRANDMAN UNIVERSITY (559) 625-4436 www.brandman.edu

COLLEGE OF THE SEQUOIAS (559) 730-3700 www.cos.edu College of the Sequoias is a two-year California community college offering educational and enrichment programs for the residents of its district in Tulare and Kings counties.

* COLLEGE OF THE SEQUOIAS (COS) TRAINING RESOURCE CENTER (559) 688-3130 www.cos.edu/trainingcenter

INDEPENDENT ORDER OF ODD FELLOWS, FOUR CREAKS LODGE #94 www.ioof.org

KIWANIS CLUB OF VISALIA

* SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF VISALIA INC. (559) 636-2500 www.sivisalia.org

VISALIA PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION (559) 713-4599 www.supportvisaliaparks.com

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* GRAHAM & ASSOCIATES (559) 754-3020 www.mdgre.com

MAIN STREET OFFICE SUITES / OUZOUNIAN Properties (559) 931-2090 www.mainstreetofficesuites.com/

* NEWMARK GRUBB PEARSON COMMERCIAL (559) 732-7300 www.pearsonrealty.com

PALOMA DEVELOPMENT CO. (559) 713-0202 www.palomadev.com

PHIL COX

CLEANING SERVICES ANGEL’S MAID & JANITORIAL SERVICE (559) 804-9774 www.angelsjanitorial.com

FRESNO PACIFIC UNIVERSITY VISALIA CENTER (559) 302-4100 www.fresno.edu/visalia/

* NATIONAL UNIVERSITY * BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA SEQUOIA COUNCIL (559) 732-3424 www.seqbsa.org

* G J GARDENER - TULARE COUNTY (559) 732-5067 www.gjgardnertularecounty.com

* SERVICEMASTER BY BENEVENTO (559) 625-8554 www.servicemasterbybenevento.com

SERVICEMASTER BY HELLSTERN (559) 738-8927

* SERVPRO OF VISALIA (559) 635-4292 www.servpro.com/franchise/9891 SERVPRO of Visalia is a trusted leader in the restoration industry, and our highly trained technicians provide 24-hour emergency service.

We’re dedicated to responding faster to any size disaster with the training, equipment, and experience to respond to your restoration or cleaning needs

CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES ESPI’S KIDS (559) 909-2688 https://espiskids.com

(559) 256-4900 www.nu.edu National University, the second largest private, non-profit University in CA, serves more than 30,000 students in more than 130 degree programs.

Disciplines include education, health care, business, and psychology. Valley campuses are located in Fresno and Bakersfield.

* SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY COLLEGE, INC. (559) 734-9000 www.sjvc.edu SJVC provides career-focused education to students throughout California. Certificate and associate degrees are awarded in business, healthcare, and technology fields .

COMMERCIAL/ INDUSTRIAL REAL ESTATE & DEVELOPERS

THE OROSCO GROUP (831) 649-0220 www.oroscogroup.com

* ZEEB COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE (559) 625-2128 www.zeebre.com

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING & SUPPORT ADVANCED MICRO SYSTEMS (559) 625-8862 www.advancedmicrosystems.net/

* EMD NETWORKING SERVICE (559) 636-7000 www.emdnet.com

J & J MOBILE MEDIA (559) 302-0881 www.jjqualityapps.com J&J Quality Apps is more affordable than a newspaper ad and shows a huge return on investment for businesses.

Our servers are hosted in the cloud using the latest hosting technology with 99.9 percent uptime for your apps.

* COOPMAN FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (559) 594-4531

* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY TORIAN GROUP, INC. (559) 733-1940 www.toriangroup.com Torian Group provides technology consulting and related services to businesses to enable them to serve their customers better. We seek to be your trusted IT advisor, providing IT services and consulting to make your business more successful. This includes computer and network design, support and troubleshooting, web design and development, and custom programming-both web and software development. We provide superior technical skills, from people who care about you and your business, backed by a business system that delivers greater value. We seek to become an integrated, valued, and trusted part of your team.

TRILOTECH (559) 909-1861 www.trilotech.com

CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES

FRESNO STATE SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER (559) 713-5128 www.csufresno.edu

PHIL CLINE CONSULTING (559) 901-1579

RAINMAKER PRODUCTIONS 559-300-3654 rainmakerpro.net

RED ZONE STRATEGIES LLC (559) 967-8047 www.redzonestrategiesllc.com

TRUE LEGACY CONSULTING (559) 997-6242 www.truelegacyconsulting.com

* ORAL E. MICHAM, INC. (559) 564-5010 www.michaminc.com

* VISALIA DENTAL GROUP (559) 732-7901 www.visaliadentalgroupca.com

VISALIA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION www.visaliaedc.com

DEMOLITION BRYAN COMPANY (559) 732-3516 www.bryancompanydemolition.com

* SEALS CONSTRUCTION (559) 651-4040 www.sealsconstruction.com/

* GERALD M. SCHNEIDER, D.D.S. (559) 627-0292 www.myvisaliadentist.com

* VALLEY STEEL CONSTRUCTION (559) 651-1550 www.valleysteel.com

* HAPY BEAR SURGERY CENTER, LLC (559) 732-4279 www.hapybear.com

CONSULTANTS * KEITH WILLIAMS, DDS (559) 734-6492 www.visaliasmiles.com

* MEGAN IDE, DDS & SHIRLEY LEI, DDS (559) 625-2744 DOWNTOWN VISALIA ALLIANCE (559) 732-7737 www.downtownvisalia.com

* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

(559) 636-2302 www.walmart.com What started small, with a single discount store and the simple idea of selling more for less, has grown over the last 50 years into the largest retailer in the world. Today, nearly 260 million customers visit our more than 11,500 stores under 63 banners in 28 countries and e-commerce sites in 11 countries each week.

DETAIL & CAR WASH VISALIA MODERN DENTISTRY (559) 334-2013 visaliamoderndentistry.com

DEPARTMENT STORES, SPORTING GOODS * SMOKIN BARREL FIREARMS (559) 625-5855 www.smokinbarrelvisalia.com

TULARE OUTLET CENTER (559) 684-9091 www.tulareoutletcenter.com

* VISALIA CYCLERY (559) 732-2453 www.visaliacyclery.com

DENTAL

* BORETTI, INC (559) 372-7545 www.borettiinc.com

* WAL-MART STORES #1826

SURF THRU EXPRESS CAR WASH (559) 738-8771 www.surfthruexpress.com

DISTRIBUTION, IMPORT/EXPORT HYDRITE CHEMICAL CO (559) 651-3450 www.hydrite.com Hydrite is a food chemical manufacturing company in Visalia.

THE GENERAL’S TRADING POST (559) 651-2525 www.generalstradingpost.com

* BJ PERCH CONSTRUCTION INC. (559) 651-5800 www.bjpconstruction.com

* FORCUM/MACKEY CONSTRUCTION (559) 798-1837 www.forcummackey.com

TULARE-KINGS DENTAL SOCIETY (559) 625-9333 www.tkdentalsociety.com

RICHARD E. DUNN, DDS,MS, ORTHODONTIST (559) 625-3030 www.DunnSmiles.com

* VISALIA MALL (559) 733-3899 www.visaliamall.com GGP malls offer a mix of some of the most popular and unique retailers in the world. Some of GGP’s unparalleled shopping locales include Ala Moana Center (Honolulu), Tysons Galleria (Washington D.C.), Glendale Galleria (Los Angeles), and Water Tower Place (Chicago). Our malls are more than just places to shop; they serve as entertainment hot spots, offering movie theaters, restaurants, ice-skating rinks, and numerous family activities.

* JIM’S FORMAL WEAR (559) 651-3900 www.jimsformalwear.com

* JO-ANN STORES WEST COAST DISTRIBUTION CENTER (559) 713-3400 www.joann.com We distribute fabrics and crafts to 226 Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores in Western United States. We offer full-time employment to more than 200 team members. Our distribution center was named Large Business of the Year in 2015 by the Visalia Chamber of Commerce.

PACIFIC STIHL (559) 624-4350 www.stihl.us

* WAL-MART STORE #5956 (559) 802-4429 walmart.com What started small, with a single discount store and the simple idea of selling more for less, has grown over the last 50 years into the largest retailer in the world. Today, nearly 260 million customers visit our more than 11,500 stores under 63 banners in 28 countries and e-commerce sites in 11 countries each week.

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MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY * VF OUTDOOR, INC. (559) 739-5702 www.vfc.com VF Corporation is a global leader in branded lifestyle apparel, footwear and accessories, global iconic brands, 62,000 associates and $12.4 billion in revenue. VF’s businesses and brands are organized into four categories called coalitions, consisting of: Outdoor & Action Sports, Jeanswear, Imagewear, and Sportswear.

While VF is highly diversified across brands, products, distribution channels, and geographies, our One VF culture and approach to doing business provide a unique and powerful competitive advantage.

MISS TULARE COUNTY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM (559) 303-9687 www.misstularecounty.com

EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES * MCDONALD & ASSOCIATES (559) 636-3605 www.mymcdonaldcc.com

SUCCESS LEARNING CENTER & VISALIA MUSIC SCHOOL (559) 627-9500 www.visaliamusicschool.com

* VISALIA CITRUS PACKING GROUP, INC

* VISALIA ELECTRIC MOTOR SERVICE MAGNETECH INDUSTRIAL SERVICES, INC. (559) 651-0606 www.visaliaelectric.com

WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD OF TULARE COUNTY (559) 713-5200 www.tularewib.org

EMPLOYER SERVICES * CSET - COMMUNITY SERVICES EMPLOYMENT TRAINING (559) 732-4194 www.cset.org Community Services Employment Training (CSET) is Tulare County’s Community Action Agency. CSET is a nonprofit providing education and training; fostering youth and community development; and creating jobs and resources.

EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT PROFESSIONALS (559) 738-7822 visaliaca.expresspros.com/

(559) 635-3000 www.vcpg.com

* VWR INTERNATIONAL, LLC (559) 730-2400 www.vwr.com At VWR, we enable science. From classrooms to hospitals to research and production facilities, VWR provides the products, services, and solutions that make science happen all over the world.

DRY CLEANERS & LAUNDRY SERVICES * COUNTRY CLUB CLEANERS (559) 734-1762

KEY WEST CLEANERS (559) 734-5800 www.KeyWest.com

LUCKY DAY LAUNDRY (559) 625-8400

* TULARE COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION (559) 733-6101 www.tcoe.org VISALIA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT-ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT (559) 730-7300 www.vusd.org Visalia Unified is a public school district for Pre-k through adult education.

* VISALIA UNIFIED TEACHERS ASSOCIATION (559) 730-7995 www.vuta.org

ELECTRICIANS & ELECTRICAL SERVICES * A-C ELECTRIC COMPANY (559) 732-4733 www.a-celectric.com

* MARTINIZING DRY CLEANER (559) 732-6254 www.martinizing.com

EDUCATION & RESEARCH CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FRESNO DIVISION OF CONTINUING AND GLOBAL EDUCATION (559) 278-0333 fresnostate.edu/cge

CENTRAL MOTHER LODE REGIONAL CONSORTIUM (559) 324-6444 www.crconsortium.com

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* DAN FREITAS ELECTRIC, INC. (559) 686-9572 www.danfreitaselectric.com

HR MOBILE SERVICES (559) 625-2322 www.hrmobileservices.com

* OWENS VALLEY CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER (559) 738-8248 www.ovcdc.com

MANPOWER, INC. (559) 625-5722 www.manpowerjobs.com

* PACIFIC EMPLOYERS (559) 733-4256 www.pacificemployers.com

PAYALITY (559) 634-1008 www.payality.com

PROTEUS, INC. EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING (559) 627-0100 www.proteusinc.org

SANDLER TRAINING (559) 412-8178 www.fullsalestraining.sandler.com

SHRM OF TULARE/KINGS COUNTY (559) 625-0183 www.shrm.org DON CELILLO ELECTRIC COMPANY (559) 651-5100

JP ELECTRIC & SOLAR (559) 733-8313 jpsolar.com

HIRE UP STAFFING SERVICES (559) 334-3454 www.hireupss.com

PERSONNEL SOLUTIONS UNLIMITED, INC. (559) 734-0570 www.psu-inc.com

PRIDESTAFF INC. (559) 734-4002 www.pridestaff.com/visalia

* ROBERT HALF INTERNATIONAL DBA OFFICETEAM/ACCOUNTEMPS (559) 733-0766 www.rhi.com

VOLT WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS (559) 732-2587 www.volt.com

ENVIRONMENT & ANIMALS SINGLEPOINT OUTSOURCING, INC. (559) 625-4800 www.single-point.com

ASSISTANCE SERVICE DOG EDUCATIONAL CENTER (559) 564-7297 www.servicedogcenter.org

* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY * SEQUOIA PARKS CONSERVANCY (559) 565-3759 www.sequoiaparksconservancy.org

FORTE AUDIO (559) 331-1229 www.forteaudio.net

LASER TAG SOURCE (434) 515-2888 www.lasertagsource.com

VALLEY OAK S.P.C.A. (559) 651-1111 www.vospca.org

EVENT & CONFERENCE CENTERS 210 (559) 739-9009 www.210life.com

PARTYWORKS, INC. DBA PARTY CITY (559) 622-0687 www.partycity.com www.professortoy.com

POTTER’S PORTA-POTTIES (559) 594-4322 www.aaaqsinc.com/portable.html

* INTERNATIONAL AGRI CENTER (559) 688-1030 www.internationalagricenter.org

EYE CARE ROSELAND STUDIOS (559) 901-9552 www.roselandstudios.com

SAINT ANTHONY’S RETREAT/SANTA TERESITA YOUTH CONFERENCE CENTER (559) 561-1038 www.stteresitaycc.org

* TULARE COUNTY FAIR 559-686-4707 www.tularefair.org

VISALIA CONVENTION CENTER (559) 713-4000 www.visalia.org

EVENT PLANNERS & SUPPLIES ACTION EQUIPMENT RENTALS & SALES (559) 686-8321 www.actionequipmentrentals.com

BOLD PRODUCTION INC. (310) 880-0613 www.boldproinc.com

EYE SURGICAL & MEDICAL ASSOCIATES (559) 627-9393 www.visaliaeyecare.com

* VISALIA EYE CENTER (559) 733-4372 www.visaliaeye.com

FAST FOOD & CARRY OUT * A & W DRIVE IN (559) 625-1513 www.awrestaurants.com

A & W RESTAURANT (559) 733-4445 www.awrestaurants.com

KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (559) 625-1742 www.kfc.com

KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN - NOBLE (559) 733-4937 www.kfc.com

DETAILS PARTY RENTALS & SALES (559) 685-8810 www.detailspartyrentals.com Details does party rentals, weddings, and private parties.

* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

MC DONALD’S RESTAURANT #11659 (559) 627-2318 www.mccalifornia.com

MC DONALD’S RESTAURANT #19351 (MCCHEVRON) (559) 636-3323 www.mccalifornia.com

CENTRAL VALLEY COMMUNITY BANK FLORAL ST. (559) 625-8733 www.cvcb.com

MC DONALD’S RESTAURANT #25329 (559) 636-0494 www.mccalifornia.com

CENTRAL VALLEY COMMUNITY BANK AVENIDA DE LOS ROBLES (559) 730-2851 www.cvcb.com

MC DONALD’S RESTAURANT #32890 (559) 735-9661 www.mccalifornia.com

MC DONALD’S RESTAURANT #6804 (559) 732-1182 www.mccalifornia.com

MC DONALD’S RESTAURANT #7606 (559) 738-0188 www.mccalifornia.com

* MCDONALD’S MAIN OFFICE (559) 738-8588 www.mcdonalds.com

MOPAGE FOOD MANAGEMENT INC. DBA - DEL TACO

FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS/BANKS * BANK OF AMERICA - MAIN ST. (559) 739-3761 www.bankofamerica.com

BANK OF AMERICA - MOONEY (559) 739-3862 www.bankofamerica.com

* BANK OF THE SIERRA - MAIN ST. (559) 740-4200 www.bankofthesierra.com Bank of the Sierra is in its 38th year of operations, and at $1.6 billion in assets is the largest independent bank headquartered in the South San Joaquin Valley. The company has more than 400 employees and conducts business through 28 branch offices, an online branch, a real estate industries center, and an agricultural credit center.

BANK OF THE SIERRA - MOONEY (559) 636-0100 www.bankofthesierra.com

CENTRAL VALLEY COMMUNITY BANK CALDWELL (559) 737-5641 www.cvcb.com Central Valley Community Bank, founded in 1979 as Clovis Community Bank, is a California State chartered bank with deposit accounts insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). The bank commenced operations on January 10, 1980, in Clovis, California, with 12 professional bankers and beginning assets of $2,000,000. Currently, CVCB operates 23 full-service offices in Cameron Park, Clovis, Exeter, Fair Oaks, Folsom, Fresno, Kerman, Lodi, Madera, Merced, Modesto, Oakhurst, Prather, Sacramento, Stockton, Tracy, and Visalia, plus commercial, real estate, SBA, and agribusiness lending departments.

* CITIZENS BUSINESS BANK (559) 636-2500 www.cbbank.com

* EDUCATIONAL EMPLOYEES CREDIT UNION (559) 738-5600 www.myeecu.org

FRESNO CDFI FRESNO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FINANCIAL INSTITUTION (559) 263-1351 www.fresnocdfi.com

* RABOBANK-MAIN STREET (559) 741-2011 www.rabobankamerica.com

* RABOBANK-MOONEY BLVD (559) 739-1063 www.rabobankamerica.com

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MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY * SUNCREST BANK (559) 802-1000 www.suncrestbank.com

* TRI COUNTIES BANK (559) 741-2940 www.tcbk.com Established in 1975, Tri Counties Bank is a wholly-owned subsidiary of TriCo Bancshares (NASDAQ:TCBK) headquartered in Chico, California, providing a unique brand of customer service with solutions available in traditional stand-alone and in-store bank branches in communities throughout Northern and Central California. The Bank provides an extensive and competitive breadth of consumer, small business, and commercial banking financial services, along with convenient around-the-clock ATM, online, and mobile banking access.

* TUCOEMAS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION (559) 732-8892 www.tucoemas.org Branches are located in Tulare, Porterville, and two in Visalia.

From these locations, the credit union provides services to over 31,000 members. These members include individuals who live, work, worship, or attend school in Tulare County. Since its charter in 1948, the mission of TUCOEMAS Federal Credit Union (TFCU) has been to provide high quality financial services that meet Tulare County member needs. Consistently offering a wide variety of affordable financial services has contributed to the successful growth of the credit union.

TULARE COUNTY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION (559) 636-7400 www.tularefcu.org

VALLEY OAK CREDIT UNION (559) 636-3084 www.valleyoak.org

WELLS FARGO BANK (559) 738-5820 www.wellsfargo.com

WELLS FARGO COMMERCIAL BANKING OFFICE (559) 622-3000 www.wellsfargo.com We believe customers across all business segments can be better served, and save time and money, if they bring their financial services to one trusted provider that knows them well, provides reliable guidance and advice, and can serve their full range of financial needs through a wide choice of products and services.

WESTAMERICA BANK (559) 738-7868 www.westamerica.com

FINANCIAL SERVICES & ADVISORS ACCLAIM CREDIT TECHNOLOGIES (559) 741-7140 acclaimcredit.com

* EDWARD JONES/MANDY BASRA FINANCIAL ADVISOR (559) 732-2836 www.edwardjones.com

* MORGAN STANLEY WEALTH MANAGEMENT (559) 733-7211 www.morganstanley.com

ONE MAIN FINANCIAL (559) 625-0270 www.onemainfinancial.com

PACIFIC CAPITAL STRATEGIES, INC. (559) 733-3525 www.pacificcapitalstrategies.com

INNOVATION COMMERCIAL FLOORING, INC (559) 439-8800 www.icflooring.com

FLORISTS CREATIVE FLOWERS (559) 627-0370 www.visaliacreativeflowers.com

FOOD PROCESSING

PALADIN INVESTMENT GROUP (559) 625-4005 www.paladininvestmentgroup.com

KAWEAH CONTAINER INC (559) 651-7846 www.mr-sunshine.com

PERINE & DICKEN (559) 732-0759 www.perineanddicken.com

TREE HOUSE PRIVATE BRANDS (559) 651-0600 www.conagrafoods.com

RECOVERY CREDIT REPAIR (559) 372-2823 www.recoverycreditrepair.com

* RYAN PURKISS - THIESEN-DUEKER FINANCIAL CONSULTING GROUP (559) 625-4005 www.thiesendueker.com

TreeHouse Foods is a private label food and beverage leader focused on customer brands and custom products. When customers partner with TreeHouse they can expect access to an industry-leading portfolio, strategic vision, on-trend innovation and insights, world-class supply chain, operational excellence and flexibility, collaborative approaches, and dedicated customer service.

FUNERAL SERVICES & CEMETARIES * HADLEY-MARCOM FUNERAL CHAPEL (559) 625-8900 www.hadley-marcom.com

FINANCIAL CREDIT NETWORK, INC. (800) 540-9011 www.fcnetwork.com Financial Credit Network, Inc., a California corporation, was founded in 1954 to service the collection needs of clients throughout the State of California.

Since its inception, we have grown from a “mom and pop” shop to a nationally recognized agency, serving hundreds of clients throughout the United States. We are known throughout the industry as an agency that works diligently to treat people with dignity and respect.

FINANCIAL ENGINES (559) 434-9800 www.financialengines.com

GATEWAY FINANCIAL PLANNING GROUP (559) 471-0970 www.ameripriseadvisors.com/garth. gipson

SAM LOGAN/MERRILL LYNCH (559) 741-9033 www.totalmerrill.com

MILLER MEMORIAL CHAPEL (559) 732-8371 www.dignitymemorial.com

VANTIV (559) 679-4502

WELLS FARGO ADVISORS (559) 636-8590 www.wellsfargoadvisors.com/001_A570

FLOOR, WALL & WINDOW COVERINGS AMERICAN FLOORS (559) 732-7847

* FRANEY’S CARPET ONE FLOOR & HOME DESIGN CENTER (559) 733-9990 www.Franeysdesigncenter.com

* SALSER & DILLARD FUNERAL CHAPEL (559) 635-1144 www.salseranddillard.com/ We have years of experience caring for families, from all walks of life.

Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity. Our goal is to provide our client families with memorable remembrance experiences.

VISALIA PUBLIC CEMETERY DISTRICT (559) 734-6181 www.visaliacem.org

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* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY GAS STATIONS 4 SEASONS HANDY MARKET (559) 734-4204

* THE BARN (559) 594-9157

GASOLINE & PROPANE DISTRIBUTOR CHANDI GROUP USA INC. (760) 396-9260 www.chandigroupusa.com Chandi Group owns gasoline/convenience Store, multi-purpose development, and Lovers Lane Petroleum, Inc.

* J.C. LANSDOWNE, INC. (559) 651-1760

VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM (559) 732-8381 www.vpps.net

* CITY OF VISALIA (559) 713-4300 www.ci.visalia.ca.us Serving as the cultural, economic, and commercial hub of the county, Visalia continues to grow in population, diversity, and sophistication. Once a creekside settlement, Visalia has become a thriving community that takes pride in the small town feel and high quality of life that accompanies its big city amenities.

* COUNTY OF TULARE (559) 636-5000 www.tularecounty.ca.gov/county The County includes an area of 4,863 square miles.

Mountain peaks of the Sierra Nevada range rise to more than 14,000 ft. in its Eastern half. Meanwhile, the extensively cultivated and very fertile valley floor in the Western half, has allowed Tulare County to become the top producer of agricultural commodities in the United States.

STATE SENATOR JEAN FULLER (661) 323-0443 www.fuller.cssrc.us/

GENERAL RETAIL VISALIA SALES YARD (559) 734-9092 www.visaliasalesyard.com

TULARE COUNTY HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY (559) 624-8000 www.tchhsa.org

GOLF COURSES VALLEY OAKS GOLF COURSE (559) 651-1441 x15 www.playvalleyoaks.com

VISALIA COUNTRY CLUB (559) 734-3733 www.visaliacc.net We are dedicated to serving the recreational, social, and business desires of our members and their guests. We will remain Tulare County’s standard of accomplishment for the private golf experience. Visalia Country Club is proud of our historic status as contributors to, and our position within, the community; we pledge to continue to be a leader in the civic and social life of Visalia and Tulare County at large.

GOVERNMENT ASSEMBLYMAN DEVON MATHIS (559) 636-3440 ad26.asmrc.org

TULARE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT (559) 636-4625 www.co.tulare.ca.us/government/sheriff

TULE RIVER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (559) 783-8408 www.tulerivertribe-nsn.gov

VISALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT (559) 734-8118 www.visalia.city/depts/police

VISALIA U.S. ARMY RECRUITING CENTER (559) 627-1906 www.goarmy.com

GROCERY, BEVERAGE & TOBACCO * BEST BUY MARKET (559) 732-7981 www.bestbuymarket.iga.com/

COSTCO WHOLESALE (559) 735-2400 www.costco.com

R-N MARKET (559) 734-0676 www.rnvisalia@yahoo.com

(559) 688-8685 www.WeAreHappyTrails.com

KAWEAH DELTA FOUNDATION LIFELINE (559) 624-2648

NAMI TULARE COUNTY (559) 732-6264 www.nami.org/sites/tularecounty

SEQUOIA CIGAR COMPANY (559) 738-8115 www.scccigars.com

* SMART & FINAL - MOONEY (559) 625-9044 www.locations.smartandfinal.com/ca/ visalia/384

* WALMART NEIGHBORHOOD MARKET (559) 429-3264 www.walmart.com Every Day Low Price is the cornerstone of our strategy, and our price focus has never been stronger. Today’s customer seeks the convenience of one-stop shopping that we offer. From grocery and entertainment to sporting goods and crafts, we provide the deep assortment that our customers appreciate – whether they’re shopping online at Walmart.com, through one of our mobile apps, or shopping in a store.

HARDWARE EMPIRE SUPPLY CO., INC. (559) 734-9224 www.empiresupply.net

LOWE’S - MOONEY (559) 624-4300 www.lowes.com

HEALTH * AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY (559) 451-0722 www.cancer.org

AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION IN CALIFORNIA (559) 222-4800 www.lung.org/california

* CENTRAL VALLEY RECOVERY SERVICES (559) 625-2995 www.cvrshome.org

* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

* HAPPY TRAILS RIDING ACADEMY

* RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF THE CENTRAL VALLEY, INC (559) 447-6770 www.RMHCcv.org

* THE OPEN ARMS HOUSE, INC (559) 300-4574 www.theopenarmshouse.org

UNITEDAG - HEALTH & WELLNESS CLINIC IN VISALIA (559) 967-0147 www.unitedag.org

HEALTH & NUTRITION C.A.R.E. FOUNDATION (559) 429-4828 www.all-care.org

CALI CRAVE VENDING (559) 802-4005 www.calicravevending.com

CANNACANHELP INC (559) 651-4090 Facebook.com\cannacanhelp

F.I.T. TRIBE ACADEMY (559) 739-7850 www.fittribeacademy.com FIT Tribe is more than a community, it’s a movement filled with like-minded, real people sharing common goals of self-improvement. We are driven by a shared passion for wellness, support, encouragement, and inspiration. And we are connected by our hearts.

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MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY FLEX-FIT GYMS, LLC (559) 245-2087 www.flexfitgyms.com Flex Fit Gyms is a low cost fitness center with a lot to offer.

Our memberships start at Only $10 per month, month to month and our members get “More than just Fitness.” Experience the difference with a free guest pass today!

FOODLINK FOR TULARE COUNTY, INC. (559) 592-0117 www.foodlinktc.org

IN-SHAPE HEALTH CLUBS (559) 733-1041 x228 www.inshapeclubs.com

KATIE’S CUSTOM FIT (559) 368-3790 www.katiescustomfit.com

PLANET FITNESS (559) 697-5075 www.planetfitness.com/gym/visaliaca-1535

HEARING AIDS SALES & SERVICE MIRACLE-EAR (559) 732-5905 www.miracle-ear.com

HOME BUILDERS BONADELLE NEIGHBORHOODS (559) 435-9700 www.bonadelle.com

BUILDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF TULARE & KINGS COUNTIES (559) 625-5447 www.biatkc.com/

* WATHEN CASTANOS HOMES (559) 549-5241 www.wchomes.com

* LA QUINTA INN (559) 739-9800v www.lq.com

HOME HEALTH KAWEAH DELTA PRIVATE HOME CARE DBA KDHCD (559) 624-2854

HOME IMPROVEMENTS, REPAIRS & SERVICES * CLARK PEST CONTROL (559) 732-3488 www.clarkpest.com

COMFORT NOW AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING (559) 697-5669 www.comfort-now.com

ESM GLASS (559) 732-1723 www.esmglass.com

TROPICS BY DESIGN (559) 734-4920 www.carefreeplantsanddesigns.net

HOTEL, MOTEL & EXTENDED STAY COMFORT SUITES-DOWNTOWN (559) 738-1700 www.visalialodging.com

* FAIRFIELD INN VISALIA/SEQUOIA GATEWAY (559) 636-7600 www.fairfieldinn.com

* SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY HOMES (559) 732-2660 www.sjvhomes.com

* THE YOKOHL RANCH COMPANY LLC (619) 589-1600 www.yokohlranch.com

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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES (559) 627-0600 www.holidayinnexpress.com/visaliaca

LAMP LITER INN (559) 732-4511 www.lampliter.net

The Lamp Liter is a beautifully landscaped garden inn featuring 100 rooms, a full service restaurant, lounge, and conference center to host meetings or parties. It has a business center and complimentary wifi access.

(559) 688-3407 www.teamamvets.org

* FAMILY BUILDERS FOSTER FAMILY AGENCY (559) 685-1200 www.fbcares.org

GOLDEN STATE FAMILY SERVICES, INC (559) 687-1173 www.goldenstatefamily.org

* HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF TULARE/KINGS COUNTIES (559) 734-4040 www.hfhtkc.org

* MARRIOTT HOTEL (559) 636-1111 www.marriott.com/vismc

SUPER 8 MOTEL (559) 627-2885 www.super8.com

WONDER VALLEY RANCH RESORT & CONFERENCE CENTER (559) 787-2551 www.wondervalley.com

‘’We Mix Work and Play Everyday’’ at our scenic Sierra Foothills resort and conference center, just minutes below the north gate of Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Parks.

* WYNDHAM VISALIA (559) 651-5000 www.holidayinn.com/visaliaca

* HANDS IN THE COMMUNITY (559) 625-3822 www.hnconline.org

* HOUSING AUTHORITY OF TULARE COUNTY (559) 627-3700 www.hatc.net

The Housing Authority of Tulare County manages Mill Creek Parkway Townhomes and Kimball Court Senior Apartments in Visalia.

* LOVE IN THE NAME OF CHRIST (559) 733-8870 www.loveinctularecounty.org

PROJECT 2535 (559) 303-7445 www.project2535.org The Wyndham Visalia has 256 guest rooms and suites, a restaurant, lounge, room service, fitness center, business center, free Wi-Fi, day spa amenities, 100 percent smoke free hotel, ample free parking, heated indoor pool and whirlpool, and seasonal outdoor pool

HUMAN SERVICES HAMPTON INN (559) 732-3900 www.visalia.hamptoninn.com

* AMVETS DEPARTMENT OF CALIFORNIA

* ABLE INDUSTRIES (559) 651-8150 www.ableindustries.org

SELF-HELP ENTERPRISES (559) 651-1000 www.selfhelpenterprises.org

* THE CREATIVE CENTER (559) 733-9329 www.thecreativecenter-visalia.org

* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY THESOURCE LGBT+ CENTER (559) 429-4277 www.thesourcelgbt.org

* VISALIA RESCUE MISSION (559) 740-4178 www.vrmhope.org

We are a nonprofit 501(c) (3). Our mission is to provide spaces within our communities for the LGBT+ population to learn, grow, belong, transform, question, and support.

TRANSITIONS CHILDREN’S SERVICES (559) 222-5437 www.transitionschildrensservices.org

* TULARE COUNTY DEPUTY SHERIFF’S ASSOCIATION (559) 636-1199 www.tcdsa.org

* UNITED WAY OF TULARE COUNTY (559) 685-1766 www.unitedwaytc.org

INDUSTRIAL MEDICAL SERVICES * PALM OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE (559) 625-1710 www.palmoccmed.com

VALLEY INDUSTRIAL & FAMILY MEDICAL GROUP (559) 627-3222 www.valleyindustrialmed.com

* CIGNA (559) 738-2000 www.cigna.com Cigna Corporation (NYSE: CI) is a global health service company dedicated to helping people improve their health, well-being, and sense of security. Products and services include an integrated suite of health services, such as medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, vision, supplemental benefits, and other related products including group life, accident, and disability insurance. Cigna maintains sales capability in 30 countries and jurisdictions, and has more than 90 million customer relationships throughout the world.

ELAINE RIDER/STATE FARM INSURANCE AGENCY (559) 625-4330 www.ElaineRider.com

INSURANCE * AHART INSURANCE SERVICES (559) 243-4440 www.ahartbenefits.com

BEN-E-LECT (559) 733-1240 www.benelect.com

FARMERS INSURANCE DISTRICT OFFICE (559) 429-4257

* KAREN GROSS / STATE FARM INSURANCE (559) 625-8700 www.myagentisgross.com

* BUCKMAN-MITCHELL, INC. (559) 733-1181 www.bminc.com

* VETERANS MEMORIAL DISTRICT (559) 732-1613 www.visaliaveterans.org

* VISALIA EMERGENCY AID COUNCIL (559) 732-0101 www.veac.org Visalia Emergency Aid Council has a rich history of support to families, children, seniors, and individuals in our community.

VEAC was founded in 1931 and remains a constant source of food support for low-income households. Our mission is to improve the lives of hard-working families by providing food, clothing, and household goods to families, seniors, and individuals. Our service area consists of the Visalia Unified School District encompassing the city limits of Visalia, communities of Goshen and Ivanhoe, along with large areas of unincorporated Tulare County.

VISALIA FIRE ASSOC. LOCAL 3719 (559) 713-4266 www.visaliafirefighters.org

* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

* CARL NELSON INSURANCE AGENCY (559) 622-9400 www.carlnelsonins.com

CENTRAL VALLEY INSURANCE AGENCY (559) 802-4094

CHIMIENTI & ASSOCIATES INSURANCE SERVICES (559) 733-1670 www.chimienti.com

PRINCIPAL (559) 650-2653 www.principal.com/centralcalifornia

SU CASA VALLEY INSURANCE SERVICES (559) 622-0940 www.sucasavalleyins.com

INTERPRETING SERVICES DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING SERVICE CENTER (559) 302-9820 www.dhhsc.org

JEWELRY * ASHOORI & CO. JEWELERS (559) 625-3119 www.ashoorijewelers.com

VALLEJO CHARRERIA FOUNDATION INC (559) 623-7997

Buckman-Mitchell, Inc. is one of the largest independent insurance agencies in the West and employs more than 80 licensed insurance professionals. BuckmanMitchell, Inc. has served the valley since 1916 and has had the opportunity to establish itself as a leader in the insurance industry. Buckman-Mitchell Inc. has a reputation for excellence in the products and services they offer. They provide a full range of commercial, personal, bonds, and brokerage coverage’s and services, as well as financial and retirement products and services.

PEGGY FURNAS (559) 909-0415 www.PeggyFurnas.com

* KORSGADEN & JANSMA INSURANCE AGENCY (559) 625-4926 www.farmersagent.com/tkorsgaden/ index.htm

* LEAVITT UNITED INSURANCE SERVICES (559) 302-4467 www.unitedvalleyagency.com

MANIACI INSURANCE SERVICES, INC. (310) 755-5191 www.maniaciinsurance.com

* MITCHELL INSURANCE SERVICES (559) 713-1315 www.mitchellagins.com

* MICHAEL’S CUSTOM JEWELRY (559) 734-7079 www.michaelscustomjewelry.com

* QUALITY JEWELERS (559) 734-0606 www.qualityjewelers.com

K-12 EDUCATION CALIFORNIA CONNECTIONS ACADEMY @ CENTRAL (559) 713-1324 www.connectionsacademy.com

* CENTRAL VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (559) 734-9481 www.cvc.org

NATE WINGERT STATE FARM INC (559) 625-5555 www.natemyagent.com

PATRICK L. SALAZAR STATE FARM INSURANCE AGENCY (559) 625-2318 www.patricklsalazar.com

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MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY * COLLEGE OF THE SEQUOIAS (559) 730-3700 www.cos.edu College of the Sequoias is a two-year California community college offering educational and enrichment programs for the residents of its district in Tulare and Kings counties.

* CRESCENT VALLEY PUBLIC CHARTER (559) 316-4210 www.cvcharter.org Learn4Life is a nonprofit workforce innovation partner that offers a free high school diploma program and job skills training, primarily for at-risk students.

* ST. PAUL’S SCHOOL (559) 739-1619 www.spsvisalia.com

VALLEY LIFE CHARTER SCHOOL FOUNDATION (559) 625-8527 www.vlcs.org

LABORATORY, IMAGING & SUPPLIES CALIFORNIA MEDICAL IMAGING ASSOCIATES (559) 713-6050 www.calrads.org

* KAWEAH DELTA IMAGING & BREAST CENTER (559) 624-3200 www.radiologyimagingcenters.com

MANUFACTURING * BUTLER MANUFACTURING COMPANY (559) 651-5300 www.butlermfg.com We provide manufacturing, engineering, and sales of pre-engineered metal buildings.

CALIFORNIA WIRE CLOTH, INC. (559) 651-3737

HELLWIG PRODUCTS (559) 734-7451 www.hellwigproducts.com

INTERNATIONAL PAPER (559) 651-3535 www.ipaper.com

At International Paper, we create the packaging that brings fresh fruit to faraway places, protects priceless objects, showcases new technologies, and safeguards goods around the globe.

* KAWNEER (559) 651-4000 www.kawneer.com

Kawneer’s product portfolio–including entrances, framing systems, windows, curtain walls–can be found on commercial office buildings, schools, and retail outlets in our community and around the globe.

* KENS STAKES & SUPPLIES, INC. (559) 747-1313

VOLTAGE MULTIPLIERS, INC. (559) 651-1402 www.voltagemultipliers.com

VMI designs and manufactures diode assemblies, including voltage multipliers and high voltage stacks, for many different applications. Standard product lines include miniature hybrid multipliers used in image intensification apps, to custom, three phase bridges useful in TWT system

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS 2MARKET VISUALS (559) 625-5230 www.2marketvisuals.com

We have decades of combined experience in the field of printing, graphic design, and working with leading marketing and advertising professionals.

We set the standards for visual communications.

We offer much more than just ink on paper–we produce marketing solutions that work for you… by design.

AWARDS & SIGNS UNLIMITED (559) 734-4003 www.awardsandsignsunlimited.com

CENTRAL VALLEY COFFEE NEWS (559) 573-8180 www.centralvalleycoffeenews.com

DMI AGENCY (559) 739-1747 www.dmiagency.com

EPIC PRINT & PROMO (559) 594-9444 www.epicprintandpromo.com We are a full-service Visalia printing facility featuring the full array of manufacturing equipment necessary to get your quality projects delivered quickly, carefully, and expediently. We are the perfect fit for luxury brand, designerquality printing: large enough to accommodate your most complex projects, yet small enough to deliver the meticulous, personalized service you desire.

GOLDEN GATE MEDIA GROUP (310) 872-7395

KAST & COMPANY COMMUNICATIONS (559) 732-5030

LOCKWOOD AGENCY (559) 733-3737 www.thelockwoodagency.net

* UTMOST CREATIVE PROMOTIONAL SOLUTIONS (559) 625-5250 www.utmostpromo.com

Creative Promotional Solutions

VALLEY YELLOW PAGES (661) 836-8888 www.valleyyellowpages.com

MEDICAL CENTERS, CLINICS & HOSPITALS * FAMILY HEALTH CARE NETWORK

KAWEAH DELTA RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT (559) 624-2798

TRI-ANIM HEALTH SERVICE, INC (559) 651-1595 www.tri-anim.com

LEADS GROUP * EXECUTIVES ASSOCIATION OF TULARE COUNTY (559) 697-3248 www.tcexecutives.org

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(877) 960-3426 www.fhcn.org

PACIFIC SOUTHWEST CONTAINER (559) 651-5500 www.teampsc.com ENJOY MAGAZINE (559) 804-7411 www.enjoysouthvalley.com Pacific Southwest Container, LLC (PSC) has grown from a small family-owned business to one of the West Coast’s largest packaging companies since its founding in 1973, with more than 1,000,000 square feet between the Modesto, Visalia, and Stockton facilities.

SCREW CONVEYOR CORPORATION (559) 651-2131 www.screwconveyor.com

With positive and uplifting editorial, Enjoy Magazine celebrates the Greater South Valley region and all there is to learn, love and enjoy about this one-of-a-kind area.

Family HealthCare Network is a private nonprofit organization that operates federally qualified health centers. Our mission is to provide quality health care to everyone in the communities we serve. We are governed by a volunteer Board of Directors composed of community and business leaders.

Family HealthCare Network is the largest primary care organization in Tulare County. We operate 19 sites, of which 15 are community health centers located in Tulare and Kings Counties in Visalia, Porterville, Woodlake, Hanford, Tulare, Ivanhoe, Springville, Three Rivers, Goshen, Cutler-Orosi, Terra Bella, and Farmersville.

FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK GOSHEN (877)-960-3426 www.fhcn.org

* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK CUTLER/OROSI (877)-960-3426 www.fhcn.org

FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK VISALIA BRIDGE (877)-960-3426 www.fhcn.org

GOLDEN STATE CARDIAC & THORACIC SURGERY, INC (559) 627-8600 www.goldenstatecardiac.com

WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE (559) 622-3060 www.wellsfargo.com

FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK FARMERSVILLE (877)-960-3426 www.fhcn.org

FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK VISALIA OAK (877)-960-3426 www.fhcn.org

INTEGRATED CARE SYSTEMS (559) 734-2896 www.icshomecare.com

DERREL’S MINI STORAGE (559) 732-5551 www.derrels.com

FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK IVANHOE (877)-960-3426 www.fhcn.org

FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK VISALIA SCHOOL (877)-960-3426 www.fhcn.org

FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK PORTERVILLE (877)-960-3426 www.fhcn.org

FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK PORTERVILLE DENTAL (877)-960-3426 www.fhcn.org

FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK SPRINGVILLE (877)-960-3426 www.fhcn.org

FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK TERRA BELLA (877)-960-3426 www.fhcn.org

FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK THREE RIVERS (877)-960-3426 www.fhcn.org

FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK TRAVER (877)-960-3426 www.fhcn.org

FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK TULARE (877)-960-3426 www.fhcn.org

FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK TULARE PEDIATRIC GROUP (559) 688-5437 www.fhcn.org

FAMILY HEALTHCARE NETWORK WOODLAKE (877)-960-3426 www.fhcn.org

* KAWEAH DELTA HEALTH CARE DISTRICT (559) 624-2000 www.kaweahdelta.org (559) 624-2000 www.kaweahdelta.org Kaweah Delta HealthCare District offers a comprehensive scope of healthcare services including a well-respected pediatric hospitalist program, nationally recognized cardiac and cancer programs, and more. It is the only facility with magnet status in the San Joaquin Valley serving children and adults, and the only level III trauma center serving Kings and Tulare Counties

KAWEAH DELTA URGENT CARE (559) 624-6090

THE CENTER FOR INTEGRATED MEDICINE (559) 625-4246 www.allholisticmed.com

* VISALIA FAMILY PRACTICE (559) 625-9200 www.vfpmg.org

* VISALIA MEDICAL CLINIC (559) 738-7500 www.vmchealth.com Visalia Medical Clinic, Inc. is a multi-specialty medical facility that has been committed to providing quality healthcare to patients since 1941.

MEDICAL SERVICES * BRYSON CANCER CARE, INC. (559) 622-0100 www.brysoncancercare.com

* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

INTERIM HEALTH CARE OF THE CENTRAL VALLEY (800) 446-3878 www.interimhealthcare.com

LYLE B STILLWATER, M.D. F.A.C.S (559) 732-3888 www.visaliaent.com

MOVING & STORAGE

* HAULAWAY STORAGE CONTAINERS (559) 651-1336 www.haulaway.com

SECURITY SELF-STORAGE (559) 625-1015 www.visaliasecurityselfstorage.com

* STOR IT ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATES MEDICAL CLINIC, INC (559) 733-3346 www.thebonesurgeons.com

SEQUOIA INSTITUTE FOR SURGICAL SERVICES INC. (559) 731-2009

MORTGAGE BROKERS & LENDERS * BANC HOME LOANS (559) 636-8611 www.banchomeloans.com

* COMMERCE HOME MORTGAGE (559) 272-8100 www.bankofcommercemortgage.com

(559) 651-2583 www.storitstoragecenters.com/ locations/self-storage-visalia

* WALTON FAMILY MOVING & STORAGE, INC. (559) 684-0283 www.waltonfamilymoving.com

NEWS ORGANIZATIONS * HANFORD SENTINEL, THE (559) 582-0471 www.HanfordSentinel.com

KFSN - TV CHANNEL 30 (559) 442-1170 www.abclocal.go.com/kfsn

KJUG AM/FM (559) 553-1500 www.kjugfm.com COUNTRY CLUB MORTGAGE (559) 636-3333 www.countryclubmortgage.com

SECURITY NATIONAL MORTGAGE COMPANY (559) 802-3058 www. snmc.com/ fidelmazon

TUCOEMAS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION REAL ESTATE (559) 732-8892 x5616

KMPH FOX 26/THE CW KFRE 59 (559) 453-5347 www.kmph.com

KSEE 24 (559) 454-2424 www.ksee24.com

KTIP AM 1450 (559) 784-1450 www.ktip.com

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MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY KZPO ‘KINGS RADIO’ 103.3 FM (559) 733-4211 www.tunein.com/radio/kingsradio1033-s108301/

* LOTUS BROADCASTING (559) 497-1100 www.lotuscorp.com Lotus Communications Corp. is one of the largest privately owned radio station groups in the United States. It was founded in 1962 by Howard A. Kalmenson, with the purchase of KWKW, one of Los Angeles’ original Spanish language radio stations. Lotus currently owns and operates a total of 34 radio stations in Arizona, California, and Nevada. The formats consist of 16 English, 17 Spanish, and 1 Farsi.

LOTUS FRESNO CORP. KSEQ Q97 RADIO (559) 497-1100 www.q97.com

* SPIRIT 88.9 (FORMERLY KDUV) (559) 651-4111 www.kduvfm.com

*VISALIA TIMES-DELTA (559) 735-3200 www.visaliatimesdelta.com

The Visalia Times-Delta and the Tulare Advance-Register are the county’s premier sources for local news and information. The Visalia Times-Delta is the oldest newspaper in the San Joaquin Valley and the sixth oldest daily newspaper in California. It was originally named the Tulare County Record and Fresno Examiner, and was founded June 25, 1859 by I. W. Carpenter, a printer. Gannett Co. Inc. purchased the Visalia Times-Delta in 1976.

NURSERIES & GARDEN SUPPLIES * PIONEER NURSERY (559) 734-0111

OFFICE SUPPLIES & SERVICES * CALIFORNIA BUSINESS MACHINES (559) 625-1521 www.cbmsolution.com

OFFICE SOURCE 360 (559) 592-3364 www.officesource360.com

PRIORITY PAYMENT EAST (888) 793-0313 www.ppeast.com

SHRED-IT (559) 256-2303 www.shredit.com/en-us/papershredding-fresno

* STAPLES (559) 741-9178 www.staples.com

* CLINE’S BUSINESS EQUIPMENT INC. (559) 733-9354 www.clinesbe.com

THE FOOTHILLS SUN-GAZETTE (559) 592-3171 www.fsgnews.com

THE VALLEY VOICE (559) 972-7778 www.ourvalleyvoice.com

* DATAFLOW BUSINESS SYSTEMS INC (559) 582-9366 www.startdbs.com

VALLEYPBS (559) 266-1800 www.valleypbs.org

ValleyPBS enriches, educates, and strengthens our diverse Valley community through the power of public service media. We are the Valley’s preschool, classroom, stage for the arts, and lens for exploration.

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MISSION LINEN SUPPLY (559) 625-5423 www.missionlinen.com/ Mission Linen Supply is a family-owned, privately-held company and a leading provider of products and services to hospitality, medical, and industrial businesses.

OFFICE DEPOT (559) 741-9710 www.business.officedepot.com

FREESTYLE EVENT SERVICES (661) 324-1234 freestyleent.com

GOAL LINE MEDIA (559) 737-1421 www.goallinemedia.net

INTEGRATED VISION CARE OPTOMETRY (559) 625-5464

ORTHODONTISTS MCAULIFF & WOOD ORTHODONTIC SPECIALISTS (559) 732-4895 www.bracesbymcauliff.com

* SERPA PACKAGING SOLUTIONS (559) 651-2339 www.serpapackaging.com

THE UPS STORE 6731 (559) 734.4200 www.theupsstorelocal.com/6731

MEDIA SOLUTIONS, INC (559) 287-1755 www.msieventproductions.com

ROY DRESSEL PHOTOGRAPHY (559) 734-2110 www.roydresselphoto.com Roy Dressel Photography is a Visalia California photography studio, offering professional photography both in studio and on location throughout the Central Valley. Book your session today.

ZACH GREEN FILMS (559) 280-5821 www.zachgreenfilms.com

PARCEL DELIVERY & COURIER SERVICES * PENINSULA MESSENGER SERVICE

The Valley Voice is a community newspaper founded in 1979 to serve Tulare and Kings Counties.

DEREK DAMKO (559) 280-2335 www.damkostudios.com

OPTOMETRIST

PACKAGING & SHIPPING THE BUSINESS JOURNAL (559) 490-3400 www.thebusinessjournal.com

PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO & PRODUCTION COMPANIES

(559) 734-6328 www.peninsulamessengerservice.com

PHARMACIES MEDICINE SHOPPE #917 (559) 625-5015 www.medicineshoppe.com

PLUMBERS * REDI-ROOTER PLUMBING (559) 627-6790 www.redirooterplumbing.com

ROBERSON/MCLAUGHLIN PLUMBING INC. (559) 972-7167 www.robersonmclaughlin.com

Russell Roberson and John McLaughlin of Roberson~McLaughlin Plumbing, Inc. enjoy more than 50 combined years of experience in the plumbing industry, specializing in commercial, custom homes, and service & repair.

* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY VISALIA PLUMBING (559) 627-5325 www.visaliaplumbinginc.com

UNITED SIGNS INTERNATIONAL, INC. (559) 733-5910 www.unitedsignsca.com

PODIATRY

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & INVESTMENT

* SEQUOIA FOOT CARE GROUP (559) 734-1171 www.sequoiafootcaregroup.com

POOL SUPPLIES & SERVICE * PARADISE AQUATECH POOLS, INC. (559) 635-9637 www.paradisepool.com

PRINTING & PUBLISHING AGUIRRE PRINTING & EMBROIDERY (559) 636-8130 www.qualitystitches.com Aguirre Printing & Embroidery provides clothing and other items that can be embroidered with just about any type of logo or slogan. We can help you to manage an employee purchase program on a small or large scale. We provide assistance in finding the right price range for embroidered promotional merchandise and help you to stay under budget when you need to get your corporate or team name out in public.

* CENTRAL VALLEY BUSINESS FORMS (559) 651-3595 x28 www.cvbf.com

IDEA! PRINTING & GRAPHICS (559) 733-4149 www.visaliaidea.com

* JOSTENS PRINTING AND PUBLISHING (559) 622-5200 www.jostens.com Minneapolis based Jostens, founded in 1897, is the leading provider of school yearbooks for K-12 and colleges in North America. The company’s products include sports apparel, scholastic cap and gown, graduation ring jewelry for high school and college, championship ring jewelry for colleges and every major professional sports league. Jostens California in Visalia is a world-class book manufacturing facility with extensive capabilities in all phases of commercial printing and where service and quality are our hallmark.

SIGN TIME (559) 625-8442 www.signtime.net

* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

DARLENE LOOSE/ RE/MAX- VISALIA (559) 625-9364 www.darloose.com

FRONT GATE PROPERTIES (559) 805-6106 buyselllivevisalia.com

* ARMSTRONG PROPERTY MANAGEMENT (559) 733-1321 www.armstrong-mgmt.com

* BRUCE EVANS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT (559) 732-0313 www.home4rent.org

EQUITY GROUP, INC. (559) 732-8800 x103 www.equitygroupinc.com

LEGACY INVESTMENTS (559) 901-2622

* MARTIN & MARTIN PROPERTIES LLC (559) 625-9089 www.martin-enterprises.net

* MILL CREEK MANAGEMENT, INC. (559) 733-3385 x16 www.millcreekmgt.com

MONTECITO APARTMENT HOMES (877) 259-6071 www.montecitoapthomes.com

PUMPS SALES & SERVICE * WILLIS EQUIPMENT CO., INC. (559) 594-5020 www.willittspump.com

REAL ESTATE * BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES (559) 732-2500 www.bhhscalrealty.com

* CENTURY 21 JORDAN-LINK & COMPANY (559) 733-9696 www.jordanlink.com

* RE/MAX ALL ESTATES REALTORS (559) 734-1400 www.allestates.com

REALTY STARS (559) 733-8360

* SHERMAN & ASSOCIATES (559) 625-2934 www.nolasherman.com

* TULARE COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS, INC (559) 627-1776 www.tcmls.com

RECREATION, HOBBIES & SPORTS * ADVENTURE PARK OF VISALIA (559) 635-7275 www.adventurepark.com

AMF VISALIA LANES (559) 625-2100 www.amf.com/location/amf-visalia-lanes AMF Visalia offers best-in-class bowling and awesome, anytime fun, featuring 40 all-star lanes equipped with dynamic video walls and plush lane-side seating, an interactive arcade, billiards, and an on-site Pro Shop.

ROLLER TOWNE (559) 733-8686 www.rollertowne.com Roller Towne opened their doors in 1975 and since then, has been the roller skating destination for generations of families, schools, churches, and community groups alike. A family owned and run business, Roller Towne has always been committed to providing a safe and healthy entertainment alternative for the members of their community.

* TULARE COUNTY LIBRARY (559) 713-2700 www.tularecountylibrary.org

* TULARE COUNTY SYMPHONY (559) 732-8600 www.tularecountysymphony.com

VISALIA GALAXY SOCCER | VISALIA YOUTH SOCCER (559) 936-2871 www.visaliagalaxy.com

VISALIA PLAYERS (559) 734-3900 www.visaliaplayers.org

* VISALIA RAWHIDE BASEBALL CLUB (559) 732-4433 www.rawhidebaseball.com

VOSSLER FARMS (888) 528-1724 www.vosslerfarms.com

RECYCLING & WASTE MANAGEMENT PENA’S DISPOSAL (559) 528-3909 www.penasdisposal.com

BOULDER BOATS (559) 734-7471 boulder boats.com

CITY OF VISALIA - RECREATION DIVISION (559) 713-4467

CVMA CENTRAL VALLEY MARTIAL ARTS (559) 556-5747 centralvalleymartialarts.com

REHABILITATION, SKILLED NURSING & ASSISTED LIVING PARK VISALIA (559) 625-3388 www.parkvisalia.com

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MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY * PRESTIGE ASSISTED LIVING (559) 735-0828 www.prestigecare.com

RELIGIOUS BETHLEHEM CENTER (559) 734-1572 www.bcvisalia.org

TULARE-KINGS RIGHT TO LIFE (559) 732-5000 www.tkrl.org

* REDWOOD SPRINGS HEALTHCARE CENTER (559) 732-1020 www.redwoodspringshcc.com

FIGARO’S MEXICAN GRILL (559) 733-5125 www.figarosmexicangrill.com We are a quality Mexican grill with three locations in Tulare County.

* TURNING POINT OF CENTRAL CALIFORNIA, INC. (559) 732-8086 www.tpocc.org

VISALIA FIRST ASSEMBLY (559) 733-9070 x104 www.v1ag.com

WESTGATE GARDENS CARE CENTER (559) 733-0901 www.westgategardenscarecenter.com

FLAME & SKEWERS (559) 713-6015 www.flameandskewers.com

CALVARY CHAPEL VISALIA (559) 687-0220 www.calvarychapelvisalia.com

CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING (559) 625-2441 www.cslvisalia.org

GATEWAY CHURCH (559) 732-4787 www.gatewayvisalia.com We are a multigenerational, multi-ethnic church that is constantly striving for a DNA and culture that is unapologetically biblical and enthusiastically welcoming, so we can strategically grow as a church family, while meeting the needs to each other and the community around us.

JON STEMKOSKI’S CELEBRANT SINGERS (559) 740-4000 www.celebrants.org

RESPITE, END OF LIFE & HOSPICE CARE * CASA GRANDE SENIOR CARE HOME (559) 733-0233 www.casagrandeseniorcarehomes.com

RIVERCROSS CHURCH (559) 738-9278 www.rivercrossvisalia.com

DELTA NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER (559) 732-8614 www.missioncg.com

HOSPICE OF TULARE COUNTY FOUNDATION (559) 625-2886 www.kaweahdelta.org

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CAFE 225 CALIFORNIA BAR & GRILL (559) 733-2967 www.cafe225.com

* COLIMA MEXICAN RESTAURANT (559) 733-7078 www.colimaonmain.com

CRAWDADDY’S (559) 625-5300 www.crawdaddysvisalia.com

DENNY’S - AKERS (559) 636-3160 www.dennys.com

JACK & CHARLIE’S RESTAURANT (559) 738-5752 www.jackandcharlies.com

JAVIS TACO SHACK - COURT ST. (559) 635-0600 www.javistacoshack.com

JAVIS TACO SHACK - MOONEY BLVD. (559) 625-6002 www.javistacoshack.com

LE BOULEVARD (559) 741-1247

LITTLE ITALY RESTAURANT (559) 734-2906

PORT OF SUBS STORE #65 (559) 732-7827 www.order.portofsubs.com/menu/portsubs-65

* KAWEAH MANOR CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL (559) 732-2244 www.kaweahmanor.com

LINWOOD MEADOWS CARE CENTER (559) 627-1241 www.linwoodmeadows.com

OPTIMAL HOSPICE FOUNDATION (559) 741-7220 www.optimalcares.com * STUDENTS INTERNATIONAL (559) 627-8923 www.stint.com

BRAVO FARMS (559) 738-9190 www.bravofarms.com

* BREWBAKERS (559) 627-2739 www.brewbakersbrewingco.com

KAWEAH DELTA HOSPICE OF TULARE COUNTY FOUNDATION (559) 733-0642 www.kdhcd.org PIPELINE.CHURCH (559) 972-0225 www.pipeline.church

RESTAURANTS

DENNY’S - MOONEY (559) 734-4836 www.locations.dennys.com/CA/ VISALIA/202134

* RED LOBSTER VISALIA CALIFORNIA (559) 738-8527 www.RedLobster.com

ROOKIES SPORTS BAR OF VISALIA (559) 732-1200 www.downtownrookies.com EL ROSAL RESTAURANT (559) 733-7731 www.elrosalrestaurant.com

Downtown Rookies is a sports bar/eatery on historic Main Street. We have a small town atmosphere with a big city look. We have 21 flat screen HD TVs, so no matter where you are seated, you are sure to find the game you are looking for.

* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY RYAN’S PLACE RESTAURANT (559) 734-8394

THE DEPOT (559) 732-8611 www.thedepotrestaurantvisalia.com

WALNUT PARK RETIREMENT (559) 739-1339 www.walnutpark.net

ROOFERS * J.R. NELSON’S ROOFING, INC. (559) 636-2594

THE LUNCH BOX (559) 635-8624 www.visalialunchbox.com The Lunch Box Catering Co. serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks, and coffee.

We take reservations and welcome walk-ins. This is a family friendly restaurant great for families and large groups.

THE PLANING MILL ARTISAN PIZZERIA (559) 713-0818 www.planingmillpizza.com

VINTAGE PRESS RESTAURANTE (559) 733-3033 www.thevintagepress.com Since 1966, we have endeavored to offer a classic dining experience balanced by genuine charm and civic purpose. As the venue for many special moments, we cherish the ability to make every occasion meaningful and memorable for you.

RETIREMENT COMMUNITY & HOMES * QUAIL PARK RETIREMENT VILLAGE (559) 624-3500 www.quailparkofvisalia.com

* VISALIA SENIOR HOUSING OAK MEADOWS (559) 732-4152 www.visaliaseniorhousing.org

* VISALIA SENIOR HOUSING SIERRA MEADOWS (559) 623-9212 www.visaliaseniorhousing.org

* VISALIA SENIOR HOUSING THE MEADOWS (559) 734-3275 www.visaliaseniorhousing.org

SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND PROCEDURES * KRC SAFETY CO., INC. (559) 732-0393 www.KRCSafety.com Our Company now offers many services including, Traffic Control, Construction Area Signs, Custom, Permanent and Street Signs, Temporary Chain Link Fence Panels, Roadway Markers, Delineators, Traffic Control Plans, Message Boards, K-Rail, all types of Equipment Trucking, Generators, Light-Towers and many other services for rent and sale. Even from our humble beginnings, we still know our customers by name.

SECURITY SERVICES CITADEL BLUE SECURITY SERVICES (559) 553-2570 citadelbluesecurity.com

SOLAR ENERGY PRODUCTS 1ST ALLIANCE ENERGY (714) 362-7363 www.1stallianceenergy.com

TRANSPORTATION 3-G’S SCALE SERVICES, LLC (559) 723-4003

AMTRAK SAN JOAQUIN www.amtraksanjoaquins.com

CLASSIC CHARTER (559) 738-1111 www.classiccharter.com

* ORANGE BELT STAGES (559) 733-4408 x211 www.orangebelt.com

TRAVEL & TOURISM CITSLINC INTERNATIONAL, INC. (626) 571-0616 www.citslinc.org

COLLETTE VACATIONS (877) 760-7617 www.collettevacations.com

MAYFLOWER TOURS (800) 728-0724 x279 www.mayflowertours.com

UTILITY COMPANIES AT&T (661) 327-6565 www.att.com

AIR SUN SOLAR (559) 747-0111 www.airsunsolar.com

CALIFORNIA WATER SERVICE COMPANY (559) 624-1600 www.calwater.com

SOCALGAS (559) 739-2395 www.socalgas.com As the nation’s largest natural gas distribution utility, we deliver clean, safe, and reliable energy to 21.6 million consumers through 5.9 million meters in more than 500 communities. Our service territory encompasses approximately 20,000 square miles in diverse terrain throughout Central and Southern California, from Visalia to the Mexican border.

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY (559) 685-3213 www.sce.com

VETERINARIANS CARE AT THE COURTYARD (559) 732-8651 www.carevetclinic.com

COMPANION ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER (559) 625-9920 www.Dpetdoc.com

* REDWOOD VETERINARY HOSPITAL (559) 732-4810 www.redwoodveterinaryhospital.com

WHOLESALE UNITED WHOLESALE LUMBER COMPANY (559) 651-2037 www.uwlco.com

TITLE COMPANIES * CHICAGO TITLE (559) 636-4300 www.premier.ctic.com

* TULARE COUNTY ESCROW (559) 733-1025 www.tularecountyescrow.com

* VISALIA SENIOR HOUSING - TOWN MEADOWS (559) 627-2220 www.visaliaseniorhousing.org

* 110% CLUB MEMBERS

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