HEADLINES: FEBRUARY 28, 2022
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THERE'S STILL TIME
JOIN US VIRTUALLAY FOR ONE EPIC DAY!
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JOIN US VIRTUALLY
FOR ONE EPIC DAY!
Don't miss the opportunity to be uplifted, inspired, educated, and empowered at the
17th annual
East Bay Women's Conference
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THERE'S STILL TIME
Join Us Virtually
(All Keynote & Main Stage Speakers and presentations)
$95 per person
To learn more, visit the
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In-Person Seating Has
SOLD OUT.
Please visit the EBWC website for more information about the conference and this year's speakers. EBWC website.
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WHO CAN TURN THE WORLD ON WITH HER SMILE
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Nicole Hankton
Visit Walnut Creek’s
Director of Sales
Awarded Top Honor
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The Chamber Congratulates
Staff Member
Nicole Hankton!
A leading voice for meeting and event industry professionals, Smart Meetings has selected Nicole Hankton, Director of Sales & Marketing for Visit Walnut Creek, among their "Top 20 Stellar Performers" for her Kindness, Integrity, and Service. The recognition comes at a time when hospitality and travel professionals across the country continue to help partner hotels successfully emerge from the pandemic.In her role, Hankton promotes Walnut Creek to leisure and business travelers for small meetings, conferences, social events, and weekend getaways. She played a key role in rebranding the organization and developing the “Go Calipolitan” slogan for Walnut Creek—a mix of the laidback California lifestyle with a cosmopolitan flair. Read more about Nicole in the latest Walnut Creek Magazine. EBWC attendees, be sure to stop by the Visit Walnut Creek booth in the exhibit hall and say hello.
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Falguni Dave’
LPTA, Back on Track Physical Therapy & Community Outreach Director
HerbNJoy
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We're excited to welcome Falguni Dave’ LPTA, Back on Track Physical Therapy & Community Outreach Director
HerbNJoy, to the Walnut Creek Chamber
Board. With science degrees from India, Falguni and her husband Hiten,
successfully launched four Back on Track East Bay locations focused on treating
chronic pain holistically integrating alternative medicine in their treatment plans.This same philosophy guides her approach to cannabis and belief in the benefits of the drug as an alternative to opioids. Falguni's goal is to further education about cannabis and its benefits as an ancient plant medicine so patients can make informed decisions about their
healthcare.
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State Of The City 2022
Tuesday, March 29
9:00 am – 10:00 AM
(Virtual)
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Mark your calendar now to attend the 2022 State of the City presented by the Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau in partnership with the City of Walnut Creek. Join us virtually as we hear Mayor Matt Francois give the business community an update on Walnut Creek’s priorities for the upcoming year and beyond.
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BRINGING BACK FUN
IN THE SUMMER OF 2022!
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The 39th Annual Walnut Creek Art & Wine Festival
returns to Heather Farm Park
Saturday June 4 & Sunday June 5, 2022
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Wine / Beer Pouring Booth
Promote your business or organization while pouring beverages to attendees over the festival weekend. Chamber provides the booth and wine/beer. You provide the staff and branding/decorations.
For more details and a
Questions? Contract Shawn Filardi at sfilardi@walnut-creek.com or (925) 934-2007.
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Event Sponsorships
Target your market with an Event Sponsorship. Please contact Chamber President Bob Linscheid or Shawn Filardi at (925) 934-2007.
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Commercial Exhibitor Applications
Promote your product or service directly to festival attendees from your company branded 10 x 10 Commercial Exhibitor Booth Space.
As space is limited and sells out quickly, please contact Shawn Filardi for an application. sfilardi@walnut-creek.com | (925) 934-2007
Additional information coming soon!
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Coordinated by the
Walnut Creek Chamber
and East Bay Leadership Council.
Applications Being Accepted
The East Bay’s premier countywide Leadership program is accepting applications for the
September 2022- May 2023 class.
For a full description of the
Leadership Contra Costa program,
LCC application is available here.
Please note: Applicants will be scheduled for interviews prior to the program kick-off in September 2022.
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Leadership Alum
If you are an LCC alum interested in serving on a committee to help deliver these programs, please reach out to Walnut Creek Chamber President & CEO Bob Linscheid at bobl@walnut-creek.com.
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For more than three decades, Leadership Contra Costasm has brought together a group of 30 strangers from across the Contra Costa region and asked them to step out of their everyday lives, open their everyday minds, and imagine a better Contra Costa region—and their role in creating it.
Leadership Contra Costasm is a nine-month program that brings 30 county residents together to explore the different aspects that make up our daily lives. Through monthly day-sessions that include in-depth looks at arts and education, media and communications, business and economic development, sustainability, criminal and civil justice, health and human services, and government and political processes, each class member is given the opportunity to learn what makes a truly vibrant civic life.
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Congratulations to Rhamy Kirdani, owner at Twisted Times Restaurant Sports & Spirits on their Second Anniversary. Thank you to our Chamber staff, Chamber Ambassadors, members and guests who attended our February 2022 BASH & Ribbon Cutting ceremony.
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WALNUT CREEK MAGAZINE
Proud member of the Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau since 2000
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An exciting crop of Businesses are coming to Walnut Creek, and our Chamber member and publisher of Walnut Creek Magazine, Pam Kessler, shared the latest details with us! Click here.
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PLACES TO GO AND PEOPLE TO SEE
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Lunch Hour Power Hour - Virtual Business Speed Networking!
Thursday, March 10
12:15pm – 12:45pm | Free Event
Join the Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce for our monthly virtual speed networking series which is unlike Zoom.
Say hello to friends in the business community. Build new business contacts. All members & non-members are welcome at this FREE event. For complete details and to register, click here.
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Chamber Orientation Meeting
Wednesday, March 30
4pm - 5pm
Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce
1280 Civic Drive, Suite 100
Chamber Board Room
Join us at our orientation for new members, existing members and prospective members. This meeting offers an overview of the Chamber, programs, and events, public policy initiatives and activities, sponsorship opportunities, networking and ways to get involved.
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MARCH BASH
Golden Jubilee Celebration at
Thursday, March 31
5:30pm – 7:00pm
Free to Chamber members.
Guests are $20 and a business card at the door. Cash or check only.
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This year marks 50 years of the Ruth Bancroft Garden in Walnut Creek! We will celebrate at the garden with a gathering of Chamber Staff, Chamber Ambassadors and members to network and connect in this beautiful spot in Walnut Creek. See you there!
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Say Hello to Our New Members!
To learn more about these Chamber Member businesses, visit their websites, or better yet, visit their location and introduce yourself.
Melody Mestemacher
Josie Martinez
Chris Martinez
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John Oesterholm
Ekene Chukwuma
Luz Reyna
Thomas Ramirez
Elizabeth Despins
David Bowlby
Johnathan Bartlett
Jason Labarthe & Austin Cooper
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Think there's nothing to do? You just may be surprised what's happening. Upcoming events include:
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ARF
HOPE Solutions
Payroll Solutions
Meals On Wheels
These member businesses are all looking for team members. Click here.
Chamber member benefits:
List your events, job opportunities, and press releases on the Chamber website. If you need assistance, contact Linda Vesneski at lvesneski@walnut-creek.com.
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For the latest Covid-19 information:
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Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
1280 Civic Drive | Suite 100 | Walnut Creek | CA | 94596
925.934.2007
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