Chamber Kicks Off Small Business Week | |
Torrance Small Business Week Kick-off Celebration led by Co-chairs, Ryan Halvorsen, Redondo Van & Storage, Claudine Garcia, The Promotions Dept., and Sanjay Murty, Aura Seating. | |
Support Local Businesses During Small Business Week | |
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Torrance Small Business Week, an extension of Small Business Saturday, serves as a critical launch into the holiday 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, 61 small businesses are actively participating in Small Business Week by offering discounts for their businesses during the week of Saturday, November 30th through Saturday, December 7th. Some highlights include 20% off services, free fitness consultation for new clients at Top Tyr Training, and 25% off perfect planners, notebooks, and journals at By When? Planner Co. Read More...
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Left to right: Jeremy Harris, President/CEO of the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce; California Senator Ben Allen; and Donna Duperron, President/CEO, Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce. | |
Duperron Attends California Chamber of Commerce Public Affairs Conference | |
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Donna Duperron, CEO, attended the California Chamber of Commerce (CalChamber) Public Affairs Conference this past week in Anaheim. Jennifer Barrera, President and CEO, CalChamber, welcomed attendees to a sold-out annual event.
Panel discussion included artificial intelligence, anti-trust, clean energy and California votes-a legislative and congressional recap. A panel titled ‘New Kids on the Block’ was a legislative freshman debut. Additionally, a panel of CEO’s representing the CA Apartment Association, CA Medical Association, CA Building Industry Association, New Car Dealers Association and Western Growers Association addressed November ballot propositions.
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Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: Apply for Leadership Torrance 2025 by December 13th | |
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Leadership Torrance, a six-month program by the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce, equips participants with the skills and connections to make a lasting impact in their organizations and community. “Leadership Torrance provided a better understanding of how other professionals will use the knowledge and skills we learned and how they apply to their respective organizations. It helped me expand my professional network and increased my awareness of the work that makes Torrance a successful city,” said Rodney Davis, Moog, Inc., Class of 2024 graduate and 2025 Co-Chair.
Applications for the 2025 program are due by December 13, 2024, or until the program is full. To apply or learn more, visit www.torrancechamber.com/leadership-torrance or call (310) 540-5858.
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Has Your Business Filed their Beneficial Ownership Information Reports? | |
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Under the Corporate Transparency Act, U.S. small businesses need to file beneficial ownership information reports (BOIR) with the Department of the Treasury by January 1, 2025. Not filing by the deadline puts small business owners at risk of fines and criminal penalties. Read More...
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Gale and Cirona to be Recognized | |
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Charles Gale and Mike Cirona, Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce members, will be recognized on December 12th by the South Bay Association of Chambers of Commerce.
With nearly 27 years of legislative experience, Gale works as a Principal Government and Regional Affairs Representative for the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, the largest and one of the most respected wholesale water agencies in the country. Gale is the current chair of the chamber's Government Affairs Policy program. He will be presented with the John Parsons Award.
Mike Cirona, General Manager, Scott Robinson Honda, will receive the Shaun Lumachi Award. First awarded in 2012, in honor of Lumachi's legacy as a tireless business advocate, the Shaun Lumachi Award is presented to an individual who has taken a leadership role in representing the business community in the South Bay.
To register for the event, please visit sbacc.com
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Last year's Holiday Mixer hosted by Scott Robinson Honda. | |
Celebrate the Season at the 2024 Holiday Mixer | |
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Kick off the holidays with the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce at the 2024 Holiday Mixer, hosted by Scott Robinson Honda on Thursday, December 5th, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. This festive event promises an evening of networking, light refreshments, and an Ugly Sweater Contest to spark some holiday fun. Attendees are encouraged to donate a minimum of $15 at the door to benefit the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation. This donation serves as your ticket to join in the festivities and support meaningful initiatives in the community.
The evening will also feature an opportunity to learn more about Leadership Torrance at their dedicated booth. No RSVP is required, so gather your holiday cheer, make your donation at the door, and join fellow members for an unforgettable celebration of the season!
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2024 Sports-Themed Business Expo Photo Gallery | |
The 2024 Sports-Themed Business Expo & Showcase brought together local businesses and the community for a day of networking and engagement. Attendees explored displays from Torrance area businesses and supported Jr. CEO students showcasing their projects. View the event highlights in the photo gallery—click the button below. | |
Celebrating the Jr. CEO Program: Building Future Business Leaders | |
This past Tuesday, the 6th-grade students of Madrona Middle School celebrated the completion of the Jr. CEO Program with a well-deserved pizza party. Organized by the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the five-week program introduced students to the fundamentals of becoming a CEO, guiding them through key aspects of business development. The program culminated in students showcasing their business creations at the 2024 Business Expo & Showcase. The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation is proud to recognize the students’ hard work and extends heartfelt thanks to Sue Key, Ed.D., Principal of Madrona Middle School, for her support and collaboration in bringing this program to life. | |
Share Your Experience and Excite Students about Your Industry! | |
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At South High School we are trying to make career speakers a part of our weekly school business!
Students love to hear from different industry professionals about their journey from high school to their current occupation. We had almost 20 career speakers for our College and Career Week in October. Next semester we are hoping to have career speakers each week during our half-hour seminars on Wednesday and Thursday from 11:25 to 11:55 am. Read More...
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"So grateful for the wonderful team at the Torrance Chamber of Commerce for helping make Pure Life Acupuncture & Wellness Center create a successful, fun, and seamless Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Event!
The Torrance Chamber made the process easy with the planning of this important day. It is the best feeling to gather with friends, family, and clients to celebrate our new location.
I am looking forward to planning future anniversary ribbon cutting with the Torrance Chamber of Commerce Team!"
Erika Barrantes, Owner
Pure Life Acupuncture & Wellness Center
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The City of Torrance hosted an International Dodgers Celebration to celebrate the extraordinary achievement of the Los Angeles Dodgers yesterday. Uniting fans from across Torrance, the South Bay, and Torrance's Friendship Cities abroad. Rob Fukuzaki, weekday sports anchor for ABC7 Eyewitness News, was the master of ceremonies. | |
Sanyo Denki America, Inc. | Tom Monson Insurance | Junipero Serra High School | |
Renewing Members: Thank you! | |
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1 - 10 Years
Dentist of Old Torrance
Hammer and Stain
Metro
El Camino College Small Business Development
Caring House, Inc.
KB Delta
Dogtopia of South Bay
Caring Transitions South Bay/PV
CalCom Federal Credit Union
Ashcraft Design
Beach Cities Estate Law
11 - 20 Years
Martin Chevrolet
Malaga Bank
NTG Air & Ocean
MCD Insurance Agency
Malaga Bank Loan Center
21 - 30 Years
Healthcare & elder Law Programs Corp./H.E.L.P.
The Salvation Army Torrance Corps
Bachem Americas, Inc.
31 - 40 Years
Sumitomo Electric U.S.A. Inc.
Cetera Advisor Networks
41 - 50 Years
DpubleTree by Hilton Torrance - South Bay
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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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