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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Thurs, Oct 1st | 12:00pm
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Torrance, CA 90503
Thurs, Oct 8th | 12:00pm
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Torrance, CA 90503
Tues, Oct 13th | 11:45am
The San Franciscan
2520 Sepulveda Blvd, Torrance
Wed, Oct 14th | 12:00pm
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Torrance, CA 90503
Thurs, Oct 15th | 12:00pm
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Torrance, CA 90503
Mon, Oct 19th | 4:30pm
Torrance Marriott South Bay
3635 Fashion Way, Torrance
Tues, Oct 20th | 12:00pm
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Torrance, CA 90503
Tues, Oct 27th | 12:00pm
3400 Torrance Blvd, Suite 100
Torrance, CA 90503
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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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| Left to right: Costco Wholesale Torrance employees Melisa Landa, Assistant Warehouse Manager; Milli McFadden, Hearing Aid Department; and Felicia Gallegos, Marketing Manager. |
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Donna meets with Costco Wholesale
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Costco Wholesale opened their doors in Torrance on September 24, 1998. In the spring of 2016, Costco Wholesale will be re-opening their doors to a larger 166,000 square foot warehouse, a gas station which will include four additional pumps and diesel fuel, a car wash, and an increase in parking spaces. This will be the largest Costco location in the Los Angeles region.
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This Year's Business Expo Sure to be a Grand Slam
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| The 2015 Business Expo will take place at the Torrance Marriott South Bay on Monday, October 19th from 4:30pm - 7:30pm. |
The Chamber's All-Star Roster wants to meet you on Game Day. Join over 100+ South Bay businesses & Non-Profits for a night of networking, prizes, giveaways, and food. Small to large businesses will be showcased, as well as a Non-Profit Community Walkway. This year's Fall Classic baseball theme will ensure this Expo is a grand slam.
Plus, attendance is FREE!
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 supporting this endeavor, for the benefit of the whole community.
The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce looks forward to seeing you on game day, as together we support Torrance Business!
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Booth spaces still available!
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| LA Galaxy Soccer Center, a Torrance Chamber member since 2012, looks forward to participating in the upcoming Business Expo! |
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Educators in the Workplace ready for Kick-Off
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The Chamber's new Foundation program called "Educators in the Workplace" will kick-off on Tuesday, October 6
th. Twenty-six Torrance Unified School District teachers and administrators have been selected to participate in this new 21
st century program designed to enable educators to better understand current workplace expectations, so they may better prepare their students for future employment and career choices. This program will provide great insight into a positive and meaningful workplace experience.
The TACC Foundation recognizes that a
skilled workforce with 21
st
century skills is critical not only to the area's overall well-being and business success
, but also to the success of its youth; therefore, the TACC is always looking for new ways to work with TUSD to empower its students and educators. The Chamber is excited for this new endeavor and partnership with the Torrance Unified School District, and looks forward to a successful program ahead.
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Torrance's Congressional Representatives to Address Business Community
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Tickets are now on sale for the Torrance Chamber's annual State of the Region Address taking place on November 10th at noon. The annual luncheon brings the community together for an insightful update on Congressional matters with local impacts. The event features an address given by Torrance representatives Congresswoman Maxine Waters (43rd District) and Congressman Ted Lieu (33rd District).
Tickets can be purchased here or by phone at (310) 540-5858.
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2015 Scorecard for Torrance Representatives Announced
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Every year TACC tracks the votes of its elected officials in Sacramento. Once all votes are counted, TACC determines the percentage of votes that were in agreement with positions taken by the Chamber. This year's results are below:
State Senator Isadore Hall, III (35th District) - 35%
State Senator Benjamin Allen (26th District) - 33%
Assemblyman David Hadley (66th District) - 93%
Any vote by a Legislator either within committee or on the floor during the life of a bill that TACC has taken position on is subject to being counted. The Chamber bases its decisions towards policy positions on its 2015
Legislative Platform. Many positions the Chamber takes are part of a larger coalition between businesses in the South Bay and partners statewide. TACC also takes positions independently on items brought to the Chamber that affect specific industries and/or specific TACC members.
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Huge Crowd at State of the City Hears Dynamic Update from Mayor Furey
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| Torrance Mayor Patrick Furey delivers his 2015 State of the City Address to over 300 members of the community. (Photo taken by Brandon Smith, TACC) |
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Over 300 people packed the banquet hall at the Double Tree Hotel for Torrance Mayor Patrick Furey's second annual State of the City Address. During the address, Mayor Furey made two big revelations. First, the City of Torrance is looking at options to have a red car trolley service throughout the city. Second, the fourth of July Fireworks show, which was stopped in 2011, will come back to Torrance next year. Mayor Furey also provided updates on on-going economic development efforts within the city and informed the community on current and forecasted projects. The event ended with the Torrance Chamber's "Distinguished Citizen of the Year" award presentation to De De Hicks, president and CEO of the Volunteer Center.
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| TACC invited all of the past recipients of the "Distinguished Citizen of the Year Award" to attend the event. Citizen of the Year honorees that are pictured above with the Torrance City Council include: De De Hicks (2015), Bob and Laurie Brandt (2014-15), Debbie Hays (2014), Terri Nishimura (2013), Michael Shafer (2012), Dean Reuter (2011), Dee Hardison (2003), Janet Payne (2000), Gene Barnett (1994), Toni Sargent (1989-90), Sam Schauerman (1995), and Ken Miller (1978). |
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TACC to Host Top Grant Writing Experts for Free Workshop
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One of the state's premier Grant Writing firm, California Consulting, LLC, has partnered with TACC to provide a free workshop on the $7.5 billion water bond and other opportunities for Federal, State, and Private Foundation Funding for cities, school districts, water districts, and non-profit organizations. The workshop is co-hosted with State Senator Benjamin Allen and will take place on Wednesday, October 7from 8:00-9:30am at TACC.
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International Business Leader Briefing with DAS Bill Craft
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| DAS Bill Craft (pictured fourth from the right) visited TACC for a business leader briefing on International trade. |
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Last week, TACC hosted a White House briefing with local chamber members regarding the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) Trade Agreement. Bill Craft, the Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Economic Affairs with the U.S. Department of State provided a very informative overview of the proposed agreement and facilitated a question and answer session with attendees.
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