Vehicle break-ins have increased so much this year that Silicon Valley police departments are calling it an epidemic. Vehicle burglaries and thefts are occurring at all hours of the day and night, but generally have one thing in common, personal belongings such as purses, bags, clothing, laptops and other electronic devices have been left in the vehicle. Although some thieves search for a crime of opportunity by checking a parking lot full of cars for unlocked doors, many are more sophisticated. Burglars now use apps that search for Bluetooth signals that can indicate a device may be in the car.
It's important to keep in mind anything can be of value to a thief, so here are few tips to remember:
- Only park in well-lit areas
- Always roll up your vehicle windows, close the sunroof, and lock the doors
- Hide your personal belongings, including GPS, gym bag, purse/wallet, garage remote, sunglasses, and loose change. If you leave property visible in your vehicle, it will automatically be a target.
- Keep cell phone cords and other electronic accessories out of sight. Burglars are willing to break a window if they see a cord and think there may be a device in the vehicle.
- To eliminate the Bluetooth signal of an electronic device in your vehicle, place electronics in airplane mode or turn off the Bluetooth/WiFi option, then power off your electronic devices.
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Don't miss Women in Business Leadership Group, this Wednesday |
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The Women in Business Leadership Group hosts gatherings to empower diverse Women Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Leaders to achieve their highest potential through collaborative initiatives focusing on networking & professional development. Join us for this month's virtual webinar, M.I.N.D. Your Mind - Aligning Your Thoughts for Success with speaker Dr. Kim Warren-Martin.
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Join the SVYP at their first in-person mixer of the year at NOVA in Downtown San Jose. Focused on career growth, professional development, meeting (and becoming) who’s who in the valley, and issues of interest to Members under the age of forty, this is the place to be if you are young (or young in spirit), full of energy, and want to change the world. |
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The Silicon Valley Central Chamber of Commerce (SVC Chamber) has established a Workforce Development Committee (WDC) to help connect local students to local businesses, and we need your help.
This year we have several award-winning high school business students that are in need of an internship. We are asking our Members if you could provide 20 to 40 hours of real work experience for these young future leaders. The internships you provide could be either in-person or remote, paid or unpaid. We just ask that the work is meaningful and educational in nature. Please show support for your local community by connecting our future leaders with homegrown opportunities.
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We're here for you
We have a vast network of members, services, and resources to serve you. Reach out to your Chamber ambassadors at any time with questions you may have.
AVI GINGOLD | (408 ) 230-9106
MARCIA SHEA | (408) 401-2862
As your Chamber Ambassadors, we are here to connect you to the resources available through the Chamber and its members.
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