November 21, 2017
THE NEWS YOU NEED
CHAMBER WARNS BUSINESSES TO COMPLY WITH NEW EMPLOYMENT LAWS

This is the third article in a series outlining new employment laws for 2018. Today we are looking at discrimination, harassment and retaliation protections. It seems as though a day cannot go by without another case of sexual harassment in the news. Make sure your business isn’t making those kinds of headlines.

Several new laws expand employee protections for 2018. Many of these laws focus on gender equality and gender identity/gender expression protections.

CHAMBER PRESENTS: CONCERNS REGARDING IDENTITY THEFT AND STEPS FOR PROTECTION 

It’s a crazy world we live in! Most of our lives leave digital footprints everywhere we go. With massive data breaches (Equifax) being more common than not, how can we protect our identity and the identities of our customers?

We’re going to find out at the December 14 Knowledge & Networking lunch where Identity Theft expert, Maureen Rodriguez, will address this important topic.

BECOME THE LEADER YOUR COMMUNITY NEEDS!

2018 Leadership Deadline Approaching

Oxnard Leadership's 2018 program is accepting applications from those who desire to enhance their leadership potential, increase their knowledge of the community and are willing to commit their individual talents for future years toward the betterment of the community of Oxnard. A successful candidate should possess a passion for self-improvement with the goal of assisting others.

CALIFORNIA CHAMBER CEO TO SPEAK IN OXNARD

Allan Zaremberg, the President and CEO of the California Chamber of Commerce will be speaking in Oxnard on December 1. He'll be addressing the Annual Meeting of the Chambers of Commerce Alliance of Ventura & Santa Barbara Counties.

NOW IS THE TIME TO ORDER 2018 EMPLOYMENT POSTERS

Changes to employment law require new posters at each place of business STATEWIDE - order your posters today to avoid fines

The Oxnard Chamber is making it easy for businesses to comply with California’s labor laws. No matter how many employees you have in California, your business is required by law to post a current California and Federal Employment Poster centrally in every place of business. Severe fines and penalties will be assessed if a business doesn’t display a current poster.

Message from our Chair - Amy Fonzo

CAREERS IN ENERGY POWER VENTURA COUNTY

Last month, in celebration of “National Energy Awareness Month,” representatives from California Resources Corporation, Aera Energy, Oxnard College, LULAC and El Concilio presented at a Ventura County Board of Supervisors’ meeting the “Moment of Inspiration” where a “Careers in Energy” program was highlighted that recently took place at Oxnard College .

CALENDAR

NOVEMBER 23
Chamber Office Closed
Thanksgiving Day

NOVEMBER 24
Chamber Office Closed
Day After Thanksgiving

DECEMBER 1
11:30AM-1:30PM

DECEMBER 5
NOON-1:00PM

DECEMBER 7
DARK

DECEMBER 7
Noon-1:30PM

DECEMBER 9
10:00AM-4:00PM

DECEMBER 11
Noon-1:30PM

DECEMBER 13
9:00AM-10:00AM

DECEMBER 13
3:00PM

DECEMBER 14
Noon-1:30PM

DECEMBER 22
Chamber Office Closed
Christmas Holiday

DECEMBER 25
Chamber Office Closed
Christmas Holiday

JANUARY 1
Chamber Office Closed
New Year's Day

JANUARY 8
Noon-1:30PM

JANUARY 10
9:00AM-10:00AM

JANUARY 15
Chamber Office Closed
Martin Luther King Day

JANUARY 18
11:30AM-1:30PM

JANUARY 25
Noon-1:30PM
MEMBER NEWS

The Oxnard Convention & Visitors Bureau is pleased to announce the appointment of its new California Welcome Center (CWC) Manager, Kay Faust Carter. The CWC is located at the Collection Riverpark at 2786 Seaglass Way.

ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS
 
El Concilio's 29th Annual Latino Leadership Awards is currently accepting nominations of individuals and/or businesses that have made a significant contribution to the betterment of Ventura County's Latino community. Deadline is December 1, 2017 @ 5:00PM.
 
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
SunOpta
2640 Sturgis Road
Oxnard, CA 93030
(805) 432-7299

SunOpta Inc. is a leading global company focused on organic, non-genetically modified ("non-GMO") and specialty foods. SunOpta specializes in the sourcing, processing and packaging of organic and non-GMO food products, integrated from seed through packaged products; with a focus on strategic vertically integrated business models.

Ravello Holdings (The Gallery)
12424 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90025

The Gallery at River Ridge™ will boast luxurious new homes for prospective buyers. Adjacent to the River Ridge Golf Course and minutes from The Collections center in Oxnard, The Gallery’s gated community offers detached homes and attached duplexes and will be ready for occupancy as early as Winter 2017.

Frontier Communications
2535 Hillcrest Drive
Newbury Park, CA 93010
(805) 390-1167

At Frontier, they create more than just digital connections. They create human ones. Get Internet, TV, and Voice Service that make your life easier.
805 Rowing Club
441 Vineyard Drive
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 501-3432

The 805 Rowing Club’s mission is to provide middle and high school students in Ventura county the opportunity to train and compete in the sport of rowing. The 805 Rowing Club is focused on providing a comprehensive training program in order to strengthen its student-athletes’ personal development.

Jeffrey Burum for Congress
1237 S. Victoria Avenue
Oxnard, CA 93035
(805) 775-0504

Jeffrey Burum, is committed to making your voice heard on Capitol Hill. He is a veteran, business owner, retired CPA, and Educator.

Regency Palms Oxnard
1020 Bismarck Way
Oxnard, CA 93033

Welcome to a new kind of senior living. A brand new building with cutting-edge design and state-of-the-art features. A compassionate environment where residents experience a comfortable lifestyle along with the care they need.
MEMBER MESSAGES
5 THINGS WE DID FOR YOU IN THE PAST WEEK
1.Represented the Chamber at United Water Conservation District’s 90 th anniversary celebration (that’s a lot of water under the bridge!)

2.The Chamber Executive Committee met to thoroughly review the Chamber’s financial reports and get an update on how the organization is responding to members’ needs.

3.Had a Happy Hour 1.5 mixer at Magnavino Cellars – a fabulous host and location!

4.Welcomed the opening of the Grocery Outlet on N. Ventura Road with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

5.The Chamber’s Water Issues Committee met to discuss challenges with our water distribution system.
CAL CHAMBER NEWS
BUSY YEAR FOR EMPLOYERS PRODUCES WINS FOR FUTURE
The 2017 legislative year was a busy one for the California Chamber of Commerce and other employer advocates.

Nevertheless, CalChamber policy advocates, together with members, allied associations and local chambers of commerce, stopped many harmful proposals, won amendments to remove damaging provisions in other proposals, and helped pass bills to invest in the state’s future.

CHAIRMAN'S CLUB
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