Michael Wilkins, CEO and Nancy Whitehead-Smith, Marketing Manager. | |
Donna Visits Torrance Community Credit Union | |
Walking up to, and into Torrance Community Credit Union, I admired the architecture of the building. Greeted by Michael Wilkins, President and CEO and Nancy Whitehead-Smith, Marketing Manager, I was provided a brief tour of the branch admiring historic photographs of Torrance adorning the walls. It was evident that Wilkins and Whitehead-Smith were enthusiastic about the credit union and their jobs. Read More... | |
Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce Scorecard | |
The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce actively engages in legislative advocacy to promote the interests of the business community through Government Affairs Policy (GAP) meetings. The chamber's efforts are aimed at supporting policies that enhance local businesses and the economy. The scorecard outlines the bills the chamber either supports or opposes in 2023, illustrating commitment to serving as a collective voice in governmental matters. You are invited to explore these positions to better understand how they contribute to our goal of strengthening the economic landscape for businesses. | |
Larry Halvorsen, Express Employment Professionals, Ryan Ferguson, Kaiser Permanente and Donna Duperron welcome Jacob Jauregui Principal, Hilltop Public Solutions to today’s Government Affairs meeting. Jacob presented on Proposition 1, which would transform California’s mental health system-modernizing to meet the needs of all Californians. The Government Affairs Policy group voted to support Proposition 1 on the March 2024 ballot. | |
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This morning Leadership Torrance 2024 experienced City Day. The cohort toured the Los Angeles County Courthouse, Torrance, visited a Judge in the judge's quarters, witnessed a court proceeding and met with the City of Torrance legal team.
The cohort was welcomed to the City Yard training room where they were welcomed by Aram Chaparyan, City Manager; Jon Kaji, Mayor Pro Tem; Rebecca Poirier, City Clerk; Fran Fulton, Economic Development Manager; Valerie Hernandez & Norma Olvera, Homelessness and Special Programs; Michelle Ramirez, Community Development Director and Craig Bilezerian, Public Works Director. A special thank you to Leslie Cortez, City of Torrance, for coordinating City Day.
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Congresswoman
Maxine Waters
43rd District
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Congressman
Ted Lieu
36th District
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State of the Region: Charting Our Community's Course | |
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The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for the upcoming State of the Region event, on February 21st. This initiative is designed to bring the local community together for a deeper understanding of federal affairs and the challenges facing the United States, both in the short and long term. This year, the event is proud to announce its partnership with presenting sponsor, American Honda Motor Company, Inc., which has demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting initiatives that foster community dialogue and engagement.
Eric Walli, Assistant Vice President, Division Lead Regional Planning at American Honda Motor Company, Inc., shared insights on the significance of an event like this for businesses of any size. "State of the Region promotes understanding and awareness of the issues that we all face on a day-to-day basis. There are a lot of different rules, policies, and regulations that impact how we do business, and how we interact with our customers," Walli explained. Read More...
| The State of the Region is set for Wednesday, February 21st, 12:00 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Torrance - South Bay. Ticket sales for this event will conclude on Thursday, February 15th. To register for this event visit the link below. | |
Honoring Resilience: 23rd Annual Black History Celebration | |
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The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to the 23rd Annual Black History Celebration, Honoring Sheldon Brackett from Counseling4Kids and Alex Holt from Torrance Refining Company for Resilience in Community. The Torrance Chamber will also be honoring High School students; Julia Downing, West Torrance High School; Sekani Lewis, Ambassador High School; Lah’la Roberts, Shery High School; Christopher Starr, Torrance High School; Olamide Talabi, South Torrance High School; Inaya Yusuf, North Torrance High School for for exemplifying their Resilience in Education. The event is scheduled to take place on Thursday, February 29th, 2024, at the Torrance Marriott South Bay, with registration starting at 4:15 PM followed by a reception between 4:30 PM and 5:30 PM.
Thank you to our sponsors: Kinecta as the presenting sponsor, Torrance Refining Company as a distinguished sponsor, and Honda, Dignity Health, and the Sports Park as supporting sponsors. Their contributions are invaluable to the success of this event. To register, please visit the link below.
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A Morning with Mayor George Chen | |
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Mayor George Chen
City of Torrance
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The Young Professionals Group (YPG) is excited to announce a special event featuring City of Torrance Mayor George Chen as the distinguished speaker. This engaging session is scheduled for Wednesday, February 28th, at 8:30 AM at the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce office. It's crafted to inspire young professionals with Mayor Chen's valuable career insights, experiences and inspirations. This event represents an unparalleled opportunity for networking and gaining knowledge from a notable figure in local governance, fostering connections that could shape future careers. Young professionals ages 21-45 Chamber members must RSVP online for this event. This event is for chamber members only. | |
Restaurant Appreciation Week a Success | |
The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce extends a heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in Restaurant Appreciation Week. Your participation showcased the vibrant culinary scene in our community, from the talented chefs and dedicated staff in our local restaurants to the enthusiastic patrons who dined in support of these businesses. A special thank you to Torrance CitiCable for their partnership in crafting promotional videos that showcased some of the outstanding restaurants affiliated with our chamber. Together, we've highlighted the unity and spirit of our community, celebrating the diverse flavors that make us unique. | |
Inspiring the Next Generation | |
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At the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce, we recognize that students often embark on their academic journeys with a passion for a particular major or minor, yet lack comprehensive insights into the diverse array of career opportunities within their chosen field. Many are unaware of the day-to-day realities, from company culture and salary expectations to the intricacies of tasks involved.
In response to this need, we are dedicated to providing students with firsthand exposure to professions and industries through immersive experiences. Our unique approach involves onsite visits to businesses, offering students a direct and tangible connection to the professional world. Read More...
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Stay Compliant with CalChamber’s California and Federal Labor Law Posters | |
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CalChamber’s 2024 California and Federal Labor Law posters reflect mandatory updates to several notices. These notices include:
- California Minimum Wage notice (January 2024)
- Health Workplaces/Healthy Families – Paid Sick Leave notice (January 2024)
- Cal/OSHA notice (January 2024)
- Workplace Discrimination and Harassment Notice (January 2024)
- Federal Minimum Wage notice (April 2023)
- EEOC Know Your Rights notice (June 2023)
California employers are required to post these updated notices to ensure employees are aware of their rights in the workplace. Although California law allows electronic distribution of California required notices via email, it doesn’t change an employer’s obligation to physically displace posters in the workplace, including where employees work remotely 100% of the time.
Visit the Chamber store and purchase your compliant products today.
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Openclassrooms INC | Rose Paving LLC | Active Global Protection | MemorialCare | |
Renewing Members: Thank you! | |
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1 - 10 Years
Wounded Heroes of America
EDCO
Applewood Media
Nupur Academy LA
Flower Duet
Torrance Tavern
Securitas USA
Martin Chevrolet
21 - 30
Norms Restaurant / South Torrance
Torrance Community Credit Union
31 - 40
Scott Robinson Honda, Inc.
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For more information about the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce, call (310) 540-5858 or
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