Donna Visits Dig It Torrance | |
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The most fascinating thing I enjoy about visiting businesses each week is that I see firsthand the many types of businesses who call the South Bay their home. Dig It, an indoor kid’s play space inspired by real-life construction sites, is a new business to Torrance. Dig It is an indoor STEM based creative space where kids, age 3 – 10, are empowered to explore, design, and build the community around them through play. Located at the Del Amo Fashion Center, my eyes were immediately drawn to the number of children absorbed in playing and learning.
“Our mission is to create an engaging space where children are empowered to explore and build the community around them through play. Dig It encourages kids to dig, move, tunnel, climb, build & create by driving a remote-controlled truck, piloting a mechanical arm, and trying out a full-size digger,” stated Crystal McGinnis, General Manager. McGinnis has more than 20 years of experience facilitating programs for children and their families, including her own Crystal Camp mobile school and camps and looks forward to bringing her love of science and the arts to Dig It. Her enthusiasm is evident in the way she engages with children, parents, and staff. Read More...
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CalChamber Presents Guide to 2023 Employment Laws | |
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The California Chamber of Commerce has published a white paper and scheduled seminars to help employers prepare for new employment laws.
The newly enacted laws include leaves of absence, discrimination, pay scale and pay data, workplace safety and more. Read More...
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Last Holiday Season to Travel Without a REAL ID | |
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The DMV knows how busy the holiday season can be. Check some stress off your list this year by avoiding the lines at a DMV office! This is the last holiday season before a REAL ID will be required to board domestic flights, visit secure federal facilities such as military bases or courthouses. The DMV is now within one year of the enforcement date,
May 3, 2023, and they are encouraging consumers to get a REAL ID sooner rather than later. View a full list of acceptable documents and start your application online, then complete the final step in person.
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California Finance Department Spokesperson Explains How State Went From Record Budget Surplus to Possible $25B Deficit | |
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California is no stranger to economic booms and busts. But 2022 may be a prime example of how quickly and drastically the state’s fiscal outlook can change.
Earlier this year, a historic projected budget surplus of nearly $100 billion allowed Governor Gavin Newsom and the Democratic-led Legislature to expand government programs and financial assistance. Read More...
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Southern California Edison to Address
Government Affairs Policy Members
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Aimee Wong, Senior Advisor, Demand Response Programs of Southern California Edison (SCE), will address members of the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce on the Power Saver Rewards (PSR) Program on Thursday, January 12th, 2023, 12:00 PM, at the chamber office.
Aimee has worked for SCE for over 18 years and is currently responsible for the planning, policy, and compliance of SCE’s demand response portfolio. She is currently supporting the administration and operation of SCE’s Emergency Load Reduction Pilot Program and SCE’s 2023-2027 demand response application. In addition to the energy sector, Aimee has worked in the government, aerospace, and healthcare sectors.
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Aimee Wong
Senior Advisor, Demand Response Programs,
Southern California Edison
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Duperron Provides Testimony to Cal/OSHA Standard Boards | |
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Donna Duperron, President & CEO, provided testimony to the Cal/OSHA standards board meeting in opposition to extending their COVID-19 regulation for two years. Cal/OSHA will be looking at extending their COVID-19 regulation for two years at their December vote. They have also been discussing extending exclusion pay (which would end this year under the present draft) for that two year duration.
The business community has worked hard to be in compliance with state standards, but they have been costly and difficult to apply the past few years. Duperron urged the Cal/OSHA not to extend the COVID-19 regulation at their December meeting, and, if it is passed, to leave exclusion pay out of the regulation.
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Torrance Chamber Urges Immediate Action to Avert Rail Strike | |
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The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce joined a coalition of more than 400 other organizations urging Congress to take action in the face of a looming rail strike between the major freight railroads and 12 labor unions.
In a letter sent to congressional leadership, the large and diverse coalition stated that immediate action to avert a strike is necessary or the result could be “interruptions in the delivery of fertilizers, chlorine and other products essential to clean water, our food supply, and electricity generation.” Read More...
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Torrance Celebrates Small Business Week | |
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Small Business Week, an extension of Small Business Saturday, serves as a critical launch into the holiday spending season for many local, small businesses. This national celebration was founded in 2010 by American Express and officially co-sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) since 2011.
This year, 53 small businesses participated in Small Business Week offering extraordinary products and services. Some highlights include 20% off services, a free moisturizing hair treatment with any hair service of $28 or more at Fantastic Sams, and 15% off and a free gift at Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio and Spa. Click the link below for a full list of participants. Read More...
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Torrance Mayor George Chen presents the Small Business Saturday Proclamation to Creative Joy, Dig It Torrance, Pinkberry, and Zoom Room Torrance in a Nov. 15 City Council meeting. | |
Meet Board Member Sherry Kramer | |
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Sherry Kramer is the Director of Community Relations & Marketing at Continental Development Corporation. She has been fortunate to be with the company for 17 years. Continental Development Corporation is a 50-year plus commercial real estate business whose mix of tenants include commercial, medical, retail, and hospitality. They have properties throughout the greater South Bay area and San Francisco. While El Segundo is where their corporate headquarters are located, Continental Development Corporation feels every city they are in is home.
Kramer’s position at Continental Development Corporation has focused on tenant, community, and government relationships and since the pandemic, leasing and marketing. She is grateful to work for an owner who emphasizes the importance of giving back so it makes a difference in the lives of others. Their philanthropic philosophy is evident in the many organizations we support. Read More...
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Sherry Kramer
Continental Development Corporation
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A special thank you to Scott Robinson Honda for hosting the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce's annual Holiday Mixer. This event will be held on Wednesday, December 14th from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM. We ask that Chamber members bring a new, unwrapped toy for donation. Click below to RSVP! | |
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South Bay Association of Chambers of Commerce
to Hold Installation and Recognition
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The South Bay Association of Chambers of Commerce (SBACC) will hold its installation of board members and business awards celebration on Tuesday, December 13th. This annual event will take place from 11:30 - 1:30 pm at the Doubletree Hotel by Hilton Torrance - South Bay. Please contact Henry@greypinegroup.com for ticket information. | |
PGA Tour Super Store | GPI Companies | Ottimo Resource Inc. | Slater's 50/50 | |
Renewing Members: Thank you! | |
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1 - 10 Years
Rexford Industrial
KB Delta
Ashcraft Design
CalCom Federal Credit Union
Riviera Wealth Management
Beach Cities Estate Law
South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation
Express Smog Check & Repair Inc.
Richard Matsueda, DDS
123 Moving and Storage/We Come 2U Storage
Guiliano's Delicatessen & Bakery
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11 - 20 Years
Aries Global Logistics
Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce Toastmasters
Edward Jones Investments
South Bay Cities Council of Governments/South Bay
PCSC
Parker, Milliken, Clark, O'Hara & Samuelian, APC
McDonalds Restaurant
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21 - 40 Years
So Cal Self Storage - Torrance
Bachem Americas, Inc.
Lundquist Institute
Cetera Advisor Networks
Frank Scotto Towing
Torrance Bakery/Sandwich Shop
Roadium Open Air Market
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The Chamber helps businesses reach their full potential. | |  |
For more information about the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce, call (310) 540-5858 or
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