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. |
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30-39 YEARS
20-29 YEARS
10-19 YEARS
UNDER 5 YEARS
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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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Thurs, August 20th | 12:00p - 1:30p
Torrance Chamber Office
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Tues, August 25th | 11:45a - 1:15p
Torrance Chamber Office
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
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Tues, Sept 1st | 4:00pm
24404 S. Vermont Ave, #207
Thurs, Sept 3rd | 12:00pm
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Torrance, CA 90503
Tues, Sept 8th | 11:45am - 1:15pm
Rock & Brews:
6300 PCH, Redondo
Wed, Sept 9th | 12:00pm
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Torrance, CA 90503
Wed, Sept 16th | 7:30am
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Torrance, CA 90503
Thurs, Sept 17th | 12:00pm
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Torrance, CA 90503
Sat, Sept 19th | 9:00am
Miramar Park,
201 Paseo De La Playa,
Torrance
Tues, Sept 22nd | 12:00pm
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Torrance, CA 90503
Thurs, Sept 24th | 12:00pm
DoubleTree by Hilton
21333 Hawthorne Blvd, 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.
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Out & About
with TACC President & CEO Donna Duperron
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Walmart Neighborhood Market Celebrates Two Year Anniversary
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As I entered Walmart Neighborhood Market, I was quickly drawn to three things: beautiful fresh cut flowers in containers, several customers in the aisles, and neatly organized shelves. As I waited a few moments for Store Manager Steve Matthews, I found myself chuckling as I watched a couple thumping watermelons to find just the "right" one.
Steve has been the store manager of this location since it opened 25 months ago. He appreciates the way in which the store has been welcomed into the community. "Torrance is a city with a small town feel. From the day we began hiring staff in partnership with the Employment Development Department, Torrance has been a remarkable location for Walmart Neighborhood Market," he commented.
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Los Angeles County Business Federation (BizFed) Welcomed by Torrance Chamber
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The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) hosted the Los Angeles County Business Federation (BizFed) for their monthly board meeting this week. BizFed is a broad coalition of more than 145 business organizations representing 272,000 employers with 3 million employees throughout LA County. The TACC is a BizFed member and works with BizFed on regional issues that have impacts on LA County businesses. The meeting was sponsored by the South Bay Association of Chambers of Commerce, of which the TACC is also a member.
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BizFed Chair MC Townsend (center) welcomes BizFed members to the board meeting with Donna Duperron, TACC President & CEO (left) and Tracy Rafter, BizFed Founding CEO (right) looking on.
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Mayor Patrick Furey to Address Business Community
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| Tickets are now on sale for the Torrance Chamber's annual State of the City Address on September 24th. The annual luncheon brings the entire community together for an enlightening update from City of Torrance Mayor Patrick Furey on the key issues facing Torrance, the economic progress of the city, and the city's future outlook as Torrance continues to grow and evolve. The event also features the Chamber's "Citizen of the Year" award presentation, honoring De De Hicks (President & CEO, Volunteer Center). Tickets can be purchased online or by phone at (310) 540-5858.
Looking to advertise in Torrance? This is the perfect event for it! Sponsorship opportunities are available by calling TACC President & CEO Donna Duperron at 310-540-6688.
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Call to Action on Bills Deemed Bad for Torrance Businesses
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The California legislature is back in session this week after a month-long summer recess period. Over the next few weeks, state elected officials will make final determinations on a multitude of bills the Torrance Chamber has deemed bad for the Torrance business community. Notable bills under consideration include: a minimum wage increase to $13.25/hr and an annual increase according to inflation thereafter (SB 3), an arbitrary fifty percent reduction mandate for petroleum usage in vehicles that will substantially increase energy costs (SB 350), and an attack on arbitration agreements in employment contracts (AB 465). Notify state elected representatives on these issues via TACC's call to action.
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Batter Up! Calling all South Bay Businesses to the Plate
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The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce has some exciting news! The 19th annual Business Expo is set to return to the Torrance Marriott on Monday, October 19th from 4:30-7:30pm.
With thousands of individuals in attendance over the past years, the Business Expo has always been a signature event and highlight for the Chamber and its members.
Small to large businesses will be showcased, and a Non-Profic Community Walkway will be highlighted. With a fun baseball theme entitled "Fall Classic," as well as networking opportunities, prizes, and food, this Expo is sure to be a grand slam.
Attendance is FREE to the general public!
The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce seeks to keep business local in order to build and maintain a strong local economy. South Bay businesses and residents are urged to participate in this exciting event in support of this endeavor.
The Chamber looks forward to seeing you on game day, to make this year's Expo "a home run for business."
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Torrance Chamber partners with the City of Torrance and American Honda for Annual Coastal Cleanup
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The City of Torrance, in coordination with American Honda and the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC), will participate in the Annual Costal Cleanup event at Torrance Beach for another consecutive year. Coastal Cleanup is the largest volunteer day on the planet, coordinated with the Ocean Conservancy, California Coastal Commission, L.A. Department of Beaches and Harbors, and Heal the Bay.
DATE: Saturday, September 19th, 2015
TIME: 9:00am - 12:00pm
LOCATION: Miramar Park, Torrance beach
"We have a lot of activities planned this year and we expect that this will be the most highly attended Coastal Cleanup event ever," says Leslie Cortez, City of Torrance.
Volunteers will be picking up trash at Torrance Beach and contribute to maintaining cleanliness of our beach. There also will be various activities for the kids, raffles, free giveaways, and students can earn community service credit. The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce recognizes this event as a "Chamber Day of Service," which is why the TACC's Ignite Torrance program will be meeting at the beach that day to help with the cleanup.
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Economic Opportunities for Businesses in Metro's Active Transportation Plan
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The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) attended a public input session hosted by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) to provide feedback on Metro's Active Transportation Strategic Plan, which seeks to increase walking, bicycling and transit use in LA County. The TACC provided feedback to Metro on how to maximize economic opportunities for local businesses by increasing active transportation access to key locations in the city of Torrance (e.g., Del Amo Fashion Center, Downtown Torrance, Torrance Beach, Local Breweries, and Restaurants). The TACC joined planners and stakeholders from various South Bay cities and organizations at the input session.
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| Bronwen Trice Keiner, Metro Senior Community Relations Officer (left) pictured with Brandon Matson, TACC (right) at the Active Transportation Strategic Plan workshop. |
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Small Business Entrepreneur Program Forum a Success
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This morning, Small Business Entrepreneur Program co-chairs Khryste Langlais and Shirley Pe welcomed members to a forum focused on "What's Your Bottom Line?" Stu Levy (Stu Levy CPA, APC) provided information on how to understand your business model and Merrietta Fong (Fong and Associates) spoke on the subject of creating a team around your business and how to stay in the black. Pictured are (left to right): Stu Levy, Merrietta Fong, and Khryste Langlais.
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| Office Depot Offers Deep Cuts to Chamber Members |
As a benefit of membership, Chamber members can receive significant savings by joining the FREE Office Depot program. In addition to special pricing you can receive in the store, order online and receive fast & free delivery on qualifying orders of $50 or more when placed by 5 p.m. Sign up for your Chamber account to save even more on your first order, through August.
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Use coupon code 99090592 to receive $15 off your qualifying order of $75 or more for your first order.
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