Each week we recognize the new and renewing members of our growing Chamber. Contact us today to learn more about the many economic and social benefits of joining the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce, or become a member today to start enjoying those benefits now!
Here are the businesses who have joined or renewed with us in the past week. |
40-49 YEARS
30-39 YEARS
10-19 YEARS
UNDER 5 YEARS
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Thurs, January 7th | 12:00p - 1:30p
Torrance Chamber Office
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Tues, January 12th | 11:45a - 1:15p
Ortega 120
1814 Pacific Coast Hwy,
Redondo Beach
Wed, January 13th | 12:00p - 1:00p
Torrance Chamber Office
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Thurs, January 14th | 12:00p - 1:30p
Torrance Chamber Office
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Tues, January 19th | 12:00p - 1:30p
Torrance Chamber Office
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Thurs, January 21st | 12:00p - 1:30p
Torrance Chamber Office
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Tues, January 26th | 12:00p - 1:30p
Torrance Chamber Office
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Wed, January 27th | 8:00a - 10:00a
Toyota Automobile Museum
19600 Van Ness Ave, Torrance
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These events are open to everyone. Non-members of the Chamber may attend up to two events prior to joining as a Member.* Contact the Chamber for information on how to reserve your seat for these events: (310) 540-5858.
* Excluding Business at Noon. Business at Noon is a members-only event.
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Ensure your business is in compliance.
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Call the Chamber at (310) 540-5858.
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Out & About
with TACC President & CEO Donna Duperron
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"Educators in the Workplace" Creates a Vital Link
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Educators discuss the characteristics and importance of the program.
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Twenty eight Torrance Unified School District teachers and administrators met yesterday to participate in a program hosted by the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce called "Educators in the Workplace." The program was created as a vital link between classroom learning and the 21st century workplace.
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Educators learn about scheduling of event staff at the Torrance Marriott.
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| TACC's Holiday Toy Drive a Success |
 Thanks to the donations made by countless TACC members, over one hundred new toys were given this past week from TACC to families of service members who are currently serving in the United States Army Reserve (USAR). TACC worked with the Family Programs department of the 79th Sustainment Support Command, which serves as the headquarters for over 20,000 USAR Soldiers and Civilians throughout the Western portion of the United States, to help bring cheer to local Military families. Thank you to all of the TACC members who donated toys during this year's toy drive. It was a huge success!
About the photo: Mr. Trumal Darden (right), Community Outreach Assistant for the 79th SSC, picks up over one hundred new, unwrapped toys for delivery to local Military families. Also pictured is Brandon Matson (left), Government Affairs Coordinator for TACC.
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Torrance USD Board of Education Opens Application Process for Two Positions
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The Torrance Unified School District's Board of Education will be choosing two new members for the Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee at its regular meeting on January 19, 2016. Individuals who meet the criteria for membership of the Homeowners' Association position and the Taxpayers' Organization position, who are interested in serving on this committee, may obtain the application and bylaws by contacting Dr. Donald Stabler at
[email protected]
. Deadline for applications is January 7, 2016, 5:00 p.m.
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Sold-out Crowd Hears Timely Update from Torrance's Congressional Representatives
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On Monday December 14th, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (43rd District) and Congressman Ted Lieu (33rd District) joined a sold-out TACC crowd for the Chamber's 14th annual State of the Region event. The program provided a platform for both members of Congress to update the Torrance business community on important Federal issues they are working on in Congress.
TACC appreciates and thanks the following event sponsors for making the event a well-attended and well-executed event: Total Call Mobile, Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc., Exxon Mobil Corporation, UCLA Health, Kaiser Permanente, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Kinecta Federal Credit Union, the Daily Breeze, Double Tree by Hilton Hotel Torrance - South Bay, and Armitra Properties.
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New South Bay Business Portal Launched
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Southbaybusiness.org is the result of a regional collaboration between South Bay Cities and the South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) to help business succeed in a competitive marketplace. The website was designed by the SBWIB as a tool for layoff aversion and business retention efforts. It provides business and governments with the critical data they need to evaluate trends and make important business decisions. The SBWIB received a special grant from the state of California to develop the website.
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Thank you to the Women in Business Committee for a wonderful event
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The Chamber thanks the 2015 Women in Business Committee for contributing their time and hard work toward the success of A Celebration of Perseverance. The event was inspiring and didn't leave a dry eye in the room. The Chamber appreciates your dedication and values your expertise. Thank you once again, and Happy Holidays!
Event Chairs:
Anne Lemaire, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center
Jennifer Frew, Green Hills Memorial Park
Event Committee:
Judith Diamond - Pediatric Therapy Network
Stephanie Yee - DoubleTree Hotel
Kristen Roby-Garcia - Juice Plus
Heather Ramirez - Rolling Hills Prep School
Marianne Brooks - Gourmet Grindz
Candy Messer - Affordable Bookkeeping
Charlotte Melsh - Palos Verdes Bowl
Lilly Swardstrom - PixelFish
Krista Magidson - Boutique Marketing & Coaching
Tinamarie Squieri - Smart & Final
Michelle Bourque - Bourque Music
Claudine Garcia - The Promotions Department
Andrea Lalum - WPS, Inc.
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Back row (left to right):
Lilly Swardstrom, Jennifer Frew, Charlotte Melsh, Kristen Roby-Garcia, Andrea Lalum
Front row (left to right): Tinamarie Squieri, Judith Diamond, Shatera Luna, Candy Messer, Marianne Brooks, Krista Magidson, Claudine Garcia, Anne Lemaire
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Los Angeles Veteran & Families Stand Down Announced for December 19-21
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From December 19-21, 2015, a Los Angeles Veteran & Families Stand Down will take place at the Los Angeles Convention Center, hosted by U.S. Vets. Services provided to veterans at the Los Angeles Stand Down will include: Housing Assistance, Employment Assistance, VA Benefits, VA Enrollment, VA Medical, Mental Health, Legal Assistance, Military Records, Dental Care, Public Health, Treatment/Counseling, Support Groups, Social Security, Vision Screening & Free Glasses, Food, Clothing, Hygiene Supplies, Showers, Haircuts, Entertainment. Service providers will include federal, city and county governments as well as local nonprofit partners from across LA County and the South Bay. For more information,
click here
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Dine Out Torrance Winners Selected!
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Thursday, December 10th the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed the community through its doors, for the festive annual Holiday Open House. The evening announced the winners from Dine Out Torrance week which took place in November. Julie Randall of Torrance Antique Street Faire was the grand prize winner. Julie's prize package included items and gift cards from Palos Verdes Bowl, Tamiza's Treats, The Promotions Dept, Chick-fil-A South Bay, Togo's Torrance, Merle Norman Torrance, Bluff Cove Olive Oil Co., Employee Savings Tickets, and Staybridge Suites Torrance. Leilani Kimmel-D'agostino was the second winner, receiving items from Employee Savings Tickets and Tamiza's Treats. FROOTS received a free email blast, as the Torrance Chamber received the highest amount of entries from this location. Thank you to the restaurants and breweries who promoted, the patrons who participated, and to all TACC members who contributed to the gift basket!
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Create the Future for your Local Parks!
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The City of Torrance invites residents to attend Community Workshops that will help determine park improvements for your local parks. What will make your family and neighborhood healthy, happy, and physically fit? Come to the workshops below and together we'll create a list of park priorities for the community. Workshops have been divided into two focus areas: parks north of Torrance Blvd and parks south of Torrance Blvd.
For more information, contact the Community Services Department at (310) 618-2930 or by email at
[email protected].
North
Victor Elementary School - Cafeteria Room
Wednesday, January 6th, 2016, 6:30pm
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McMaster Park - Community Meeting Room
Thursday, January 21st, 2016, 6:30pm
South
Walteria Elementary School - Community Meeting Room
Thursday, January 7th, 2016, 6:30pm
South
Dee Hardison Center at Wilson Park - Multi-purpose Room
Monday, January 25, 2016, 6:30pm
Parks and Recreation Commission
Wednesday, February 10th, 2016, 7:00pm
City Hall West Annex Commission Meeting Room
3031 Torrance Blvd
Torrance City Council
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2016, 7:00pm
City Hall Council Meeting Room
3031 Torrance Blvd
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