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March 13, 2023
In this week's Monday Update
Upcoming Chamber Events Recap of Last Week's Events Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies Business Connection newsletter Upcoming Member and Community Events Member Benefits New Members Member News
State of the City Pleasanton 2023 Featuring Mayor Brown
Lat call to attend this popular event
The Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the State of the City Pleasanton 2023, featuring Mayor Karla Brown. Everyone in the community is invited to hear Mayor Brown's annual address on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at the Palm Event Center.

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley is the premier sponsor of the event, while The Clorox Company, Mirador Capital Partners and 10x Genomics are elite sponsors.

Altamont Corridor Express (ACE), Amos Productions, Bay East Association of REALTORS, CEMEX, Chabot-Las Positas Community College District, Hoge Fenton, John Muir Health, Fremont Bank, Kaiser Permanente, Nina Pomeroy Photography, PMA Services, Palm Event Center in the Vineyard, Resurrection Greek Orthodox Church, Safeway, Sensiba San Filippo, UNCLE Credit Union and Vinay Kruttiventi Foundation have also partnered as sponsors. A limited number of sponsorships are still available. Take a look at the sponsorship opportunities here and email Susie with any questions.

Tickets to attend the luncheon are available online here, $75 per person and all attendees must register by 12 noon on Tuesday, March 14. The event begins at 11:00 a.m. with networking and visiting sponsor tables followed by the lunch and program at 11:45 a.m. A sellout crowd is expected as attendees will hear directly from the Mayor, while enjoying lunch and conversation at the beautiful Palm Event Center, a luxurious winery estate. Read press release here.
State of the City Pleasanton 2023
Premier Sponsor
Elite Sponsors
Table and Participating Sponsors
Pleasanton Young Professionals Mastermind Lunch Wednesday
Learn, grow, empower
The Pleasanton Young Professionals host a monthly mixer on the first Thursday of each month as well as a mastermind lunch on the third Wednesday of the odd-numbered months. We hope to see some familiar faces, and new faces, at our upcoming events.

Up Next
Mastermind Lunch at Porky's Pizza Palace

  • Are you looking for quality referrals for your business?
  • Are you looking for clients who wants to work with you?
  • Looking to improve your numbers?

Come join us for lunch on Wednesday, March 15 for our next Roundtable Mastermind on Building a Power Team for Quality Referrals at Porky's Pizza Palace. Lunch included, don't forget to bring your business cards. RSVP online here or pay at the door. $10 for Pleasanton Chamber Members, $20 for guests.
Thank you to American Legion Post 237
Joint mixer with Dublin Chamber
Special thank you to Greg Clune, Bill Danko and the entire team at American Legion Post 237 for hosting a fantastic joint mixer for the Pleasanton and Dublin Chambers last week.

As a patriotic Veterans organization dedicated to serving our fellow Veterans and Service members, American Legion Post 237 participates in programs that promote duty and honor through patriotism in our communities and seeks to inspire others in the spirit of volunteerism. Find out ways you can partner with us and reach out to the military community. Visit American Legion Post 237 online and on Facebook.

Special thank you to FJK Imaging/A/L Post 237 for the photos.
Partners of the March mixer
John Vest of The Club at Castlewood, a Pleasanton Chamber member since 1961, spoke as the longevity member of the month.
Jeremy Rosenblatt of Crown Trophy spoke as the Pleasanton Young Professionals member of the month. Jeremy is past chair of the PYPs.
Razi Hasni of Joya Yoga spoke as the Dublin Chamber Board Chair. American Legion Post is an active member of both chambers.
Pleasanton 2025 Forum video available now
Hear from new city council member and learn more about the ERC
On the second Wednesday of the odd-numbered months, the Pleasanton Chamber brings stakeholders together to focus community resources, time and talent to achieve greater understanding of issues, obstacles and opportunities related to Pleasanton 2025: A Community Vision.

For the March 2023 forum, our guest speakers were Jeff Nibert, Pleasanton City Councilmember and Adam Taplinger of Experian. Jeff talked about his vision and priorities as a councilmember for Pleasanton. Adam gave a presentation on the Employee Retention Credit (ERC).

In case you missed it last week, our March Pleasanton 2025 Forum Meeting is available to watch on our YouTube channel here.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies
You're Invited
Ribbon cuttings increase the visibility of a grand opening, new location, ground breaking or special anniversary. The chamber brings the giant scissors and the red ribbon, invites our ambassadors and publicizes the event in various publications. To schedule a ribbon cutting, email Dawn.

You're invited to join the Chamber and our ambassadors at the following ribbon cutting ceremonies.
Jeanette Schaub Health & Wellness by Design
Thursday, April 6, 2023
9:30 a.m.
At the Chamber, 777 Peters Avenue, Pleasanton
Celebrating 6-year anniversary

Alexander Chiropractic and Wellness
Thursday, April 13, 2023
12:30 p.m.
7031 Koll Center Parkway Suite 160, Pleasanton
Celebrating grand opening

AFC Urgent Care Pleasanton
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
2:00 p.m.
5311 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton
Celebrating grand opening

Business Connection for March is here
Spotlights on members, ribbon cuttings and more
Take a look at our bi-monthly publication that is inserted into the Pleasanton Weekly, and reaches 10,000 residences and businesses, with a readership of 25,000. Our print newsletter officially came out out on Friday, and you can see it here on our website.

This issue includes a feature on our new Circle of Influence member ProSomnus, business spotlights on members, recent ribbon cuttings, membership anniversaries and community news and events.
Upcoming Member and Community Events
The George Bowen Master Guitar Summit
A Benefit Concert for the
ALS Cure Project
March 15 at 7:30 p.m.
Bankhead Theater
St. Patrick's Day at Sunshine Saloon
March 17 at 9:00 a.m.
Sunshine Saloon
10th Annual St. Patrick's Brew Crawl
March 18 at 5:00 p.m.
Downtown Pleasanton
March Madness Contest
Win $100 to Porky's and personalized growler
March is here and Crown Trophy is teaming up with Porky's Pizza Palace for the 3rd annual Madness at the Palace bracket contest. Winner will receive a personalized insulated growler filled with the beer, a $100 gift card to Porky's Pizza Palace, and their name on the perpetual trophy. Click here to print your bracket. 

Participants can fill out their bracket and email it to crownpleasanton@gmail.com or porkys@porkyspizzapalace.com, or drop it off to Crown Trophy or Porky's. Entries must be received by the end of the day Wednesday, March 15, 2023. Good luck!
Member benefits available to you
Increase your visibility in the community
As a member of the Pleasanton Chamber, you have several different opportunities to increase your visibility in the community.


You can take advantage of these member benefits through our website - learn more here. Email Dawn or Susie with any questions.
Partner with the Chamber to promote your company
Impact • Style • Branding • Exposure
Tell your story, increase your exposure and promote your brand by partnering with the Pleasanton Chamber. We are pleased to offer advertising options for our members ranging from a one-time print ad to having a regular presence in all of our publications to a banner ad on our online directory. Give consumers the knowledge of what your business is known for. Take a look at our 2023 Marketing Opportunities.

By the numbers
  • Our Business Connection print newsletter has a reach of 10,000 residences and businesses and a readership of 25,000.
  • Our E-Business Connection newsletter has a reach of more than 1,100 in the business community.
  • Our website pleasanton.org averages more than 16,000 views per month, including 2,900 views on average for the Business Directory and 1,900 views for the Events Calendar. 
Email Susie if you're interested in learning more.
411 on Member Benefits
Open to prospective, new and long-time members
On the Monday before the second Wednesday mixer each month, the Pleasanton Chamber hosts a 411 on Member Benefits. This meeting is open to prospective, new and long-time Chamber members.

  • Learn what it means to be a part of the Chamber
  • About the opportunities available to you and your business
  • How to take advantage of the benefits of Chamber membership

Our next 411 on Member Benefits is set for Monday, April 10, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. at the Chamber. 411 on Member Benefits is presented by Membership Director Dawn Wilson. If you'd like to attend, please register in advance here. Email Dawn with any questions.
Welcome New Members
Congratulations to these members that have recently joined the Chamber
Non-profit family foundation dedicated to making a difference in the Tri-Valley region by promoting community welfare, togetherness and empowerment of small businesses.

Premier part and event rental experts, now operating from 4577 Las Positas Road, Suite B in Livermore.

Non-emergency medical services. See a family care doctor today, with no appointment necessary. Lab tests, x-rays, and minor procedures.

Stands for excellence in eye care. Our outstanding team of doctors and staff are dedicated to providing superior medical, surgical, and vision services to our patients.

The largest hot meal program of its kind in the Tri­-Valley Area of Northern California, feeding the hungry across multiple locations in Pleasanton, Livermore and Dublin.

Home to expert East Bay agents who hold true to the principles of authenticity, humility, and advocacy. We offer you creative strategies and tailored support that meet you where you are and get you where you want to go.

Seasonal California Cuisine | Wine Bar | Craft Cocktails | Local & Sustainable. Francis Hogan brings more than 20 years of culinary experience to his position as executive chef and partner of Sabio On Main.
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