Running a company is hard. There is always another hurdle coming at you, another obstacle that threatens to create chaos in your business model. Regardless of the industry or the size of your organization, you constantly have to overcome challenges and adapt to new circumstances. How do you move through this experience without having it change the way you do business? By having a plan.

Organizational improvements come from an ongoing planning process a company incorporates to keep itself aligned with its mission. Most business leaders will agree that the best place to start is internally, with internal and external stakeholders who value the organization's role in the community. This input provides critical information to the company's decision-makers, who can then focus on forming the organization's priorities.

As organizational leaders, it is important to fully understand how your organization works. Why do you do what you do? Are you doing it well? What can you do better? And while you can ask yourself these questions, the best source of this information is not you but your customers and your employees. These are your external and internal stakeholders, who value your organization and want to see it thrive.

The Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce has been doing this in recent months as we prepare for our strategic planning process later this year. We invite you to participate in our next step by completing this five-question survey, called SWOT the Chamber (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats). We value your input, which we will use as we work with our Board of Directors to put together a strategic plan that covers the next few years. Begin survey now.

This is an activity you should consider for your own organization, especially given the impact COVID has had on companies. No one could foresee a pandemic, but from now on we should be able to quickly respond should something similar happen. That comes from planning.

SafeAmerica provides a wide array of quality financial services to consumers that live or work throughout the Bay Area. The Pleasanton branch is located at 6001 Gibraltar Drive.

It's tempting to get wrapped up in the commercialism of the holiday season, but without a proper holiday budget, overspending can place a financial strain on individuals and families well into the new year, and beyond. Continue reading.

Richert Lumber Ace Hardware has been supplying everything you need for home improvement since 1976, and has the largest and most complete selection in the Tri-Valley area.

Come in to shop, order online and pick up curbside, or have your items delivered right to your doorstep. As a family owned and run business, they know the importance of good customer service.

Along with very competitive pricing at our 5+ acre facility in Pleasanton, we provide you with:

Visit Richert Lumber ACE Hardware at 5505 Sunol Blvd. in Pleasanton and thank them for being a chamber member since 1977.

Serendipity Beauty Lounge was created to provide a luxurious experience centered around selfcare. Focusing on a collaborative process to revitalize the best version of you. Offering the latest technology to address your skincare needs. They welcome all genders in need of a space to unwind and turn back the hands of time. Located at 4450 Black Avenue, Suite A in Pleasanton.

California Business Technology® (CBT), Inc. is a managed information technology service provider serving businesses in the San Francisco East Bay and Tri-Valley area. CBT provides on-site and remote support for organizations, leveraging industry-leading remote monitoring and management (RMM) tools. CBT is committed to supporting your information technology needs allowing organizations to focus on their own business. Our team has built partnerships with major technology vendors, including but not limited to Microsoft, Google, and Comcast, and can design a technology solution that best fits a company’s specific needs. For further information, call us at (925) 426-2322 or visit online here.

Take advantage of our limited-time lender credit offer for qualified low to moderate income applicants or qualified applicants who purchase or refinance an owner-occupied property in a low to moderate income census tract in Alameda, or Contra Costa Counties in California. Must apply and lock the rate before January 31, 2023. Contact David Policar at 925-426-1333 or david.policar@bankofthewest.com.

Join Sunflower Hill for their annual fundraising gala at McGrail Vineyards and Winery in Livermore. The evening will include live music and an art show by local adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, games, a live auction and raffles, engaging speakers, and more. Sponsorships available. Buy tickets and learn more about sponsorship opportunities and Sunflower Soiree event details here.

The Fresh Cut Christmas Trees Family is back for another year with beautiful Oregon grown trees, wreaths, garland and some special goodies as well. You'll be destined to be in the holiday spirit with our hand crafted California snow. We are excited to read each and every letter to Santa this year as well, so please make sure that your child includes their mailing address so Santa can send a return letter.

The Hepler Family's Fresh Cut Christmas Trees at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, Gate 8 will be open November 24-December 21, 2022, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

From either shooting in the studio or on location, when you need a skilled photographer that you can count on, Ron Essex Photography will guide you through the creative process and deliver you the high-quality imagery you need.

"With over 26 years of accumulated experience in photography, I've grown to be the versatile professional talent people are looking for. I work with large and small budgets and can find a way to get the job done while always exceeding my clients expectations in a timely fashion. I never miss a deadline and I'm always willing to go the extra mile to ensure the highest quality of imagery I can deliver."

Established 2013

Ages 21-40

We strive to help other young professionals to learn, empower, and grow from our mastermind lunches, volunteer/fundraising opportunities, and monthly networking mixers.

We hope to see some familiar faces, and new faces, at our upcoming events. Reach out to any of the PYP executive committee if you have any questions regarding PYP's or the Pleasanton Chamber.

The Chamber would like to thank Carol and Todd Moberg of Insignia Designs and Manny Peregrina from VIP Audio Visual Company for hosting a fantastic mixer in August.

You can hear from Carol of Insignia Designs here and Manny Peregrina of VIP Audio Visual Company here.

Celebrating 10 years in business, Insignia Designs is a local sign business offering a wide range of custom signage. Product portfolio includes 3D dimensional signs, vehicle graphics, window & wall graphics, tradeshow/event signs, banners, posters and much more.

Your audio visual partners, VIP Audio Visual Company delivers professional, engaging audio visual experiences for your corporate events and meetings. From initial planning to content development and event management, our team will make your event a success.

The Chamber would like to thank Bob and Heather Rossi and their entire team at Sunshine Saloon for hosting a great mixer for us in September. Great food, drinks, prizes and setting. Visit Sunshine Saloon online - on Facebook - on Instagram.

Breakfast lovers can come and enjoy their favorites all day every day at the Shine. All breakfast orders include a beverage.

Sunshine is the place to be for sports entertainment. All major sporting events get broadcast live, and if your team isn’t on, ask your server and we will get it on one of our TV’s located around the bar.

Offering breakfast all day, lunch, and dinner specials every day of the week. Featuring an outdoor dining patio, charcoal grill, pool tables, shuffle board and a dance floor as well as trivia nights and karaoke, there’s no such thing as a bad seat at The Shine.