Message from the President-Chair  
December 5, 2016 
Hello Chamber Members,

The Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the city of Rancho Cucamonga is hosting the 2017 State of the City at the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center- Lewis Family Playhouse. Tickets are now on sale at the Cultural Center box office, online at www.lewisfamilyplayhouse.com or by phone at 909-477-2572. CommUNITY is the event theme this year. Honorable Mayor L. Dennis Michael will be addressing the community to reflect on the City's accomplishments of the past year and share the vision for the future.

If your company would like to be a sponsor of the State of the City, please contact the Chamber office so that we can put your company name and logo on all marketing material and media advertising. VIP seating and networking reception with food and beverages after the presentation is included with your sponsorship. Sponsorship tickets are limited, so early purchase is recommended.

This week at our Thursday morning BCN, we will hear a presentation from Jennings Imel representing the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. He will discuss important National issues that can affect your business. Your membership in our local association also includes membership in the California and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Come prepared to ask questions and be informed about issues that impact your business.

Mark your calendar for our Chamber of Commerce Open House, Tuesday December 13 from 5:00-8:00pm. Bring an unwrapped gift for the Spark of Love Toy Drive and get 5 raffle tickets for each gift you bring. Come join the fun!

Have a successful week,

Ernie Braunwalder
President & Chairman of the Board

BCN Luncheon Guest Speaker - Senator George Runner
Board of Equalization
 

 Elected in November 2010 and re-elected in 2014, George Runner represents the State Board of Equalization's First District. He is a leading advocate for California taxpayers.

During his time on the Board, Runner has worked to improve California's tax policies and practices and to create and retain more private sector jobs in our state.

Prior to his election to the Board, Runner served twelve years in the State Legislature, authoring the well-known California Amber Alert and California's Blue Alert.

Runner and his late wife, Senator Sharon Runner, were the first husband and wife in California history to have served concurrently in the Legislature. They authored Jessica's Law, a ballot initiative approved by more than 70 percent of California voters in November 2006.

Runner served on the Lancaster City Council, including two years as mayor. In 1976, the Runners founded Desert Christian Schools, which is now one of the largest private schools in California.




Don't forget to let us know what you think of our Business Connection Network meetings!! Take our BCN Survey and let us know your thoughts!! You are the voice to the Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce!

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CLICK HERE - 2016 STATE OF THE CITY VIDEO
SBDC One-On-One Business Consulting Available Weekly At Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce Office 
 
Are you looking for training with starting or growing your business?  The Small Business Development Center offers one-on-one business consulting and monthly business seminars. The SBDC covers everything from how to start a business, to helping you find funding to expand your business, to teaching businesses how to manage insurance and taxes.  These services are provided to you at no cost courtesy of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. 
 
Find out more by calling 909-983-5005 or call the Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce at 909-987-1012.

JOIN THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AMBASSADOR TEAM!!
 
 Another great way to grow your business and utilize another Rancho Cucamonga Chamber benefit is becoming an Ambassador. Ambassadors volunteer their time to help with Grand Openings, Ribbon Cuttings, Evening Mixers and many other Rancho Cucamonga Chamber events. As Ambassador, you will receive the first opportunity to meet business owners on a personal level and develop a relationship much faster before all attendants arrive! Also, being an Ambassador is a great way to be more involved in the Rancho Cucamonga Chamber, a great way to meet and develop relationships with City Officials and State Legislatives and simply BRAND YOUR COMPANY!
 
Come join our team of Ambassadors and grow your business!
 
For more information on how to become an Ambassador, please call the Chamber Office.
info@ranchochamber.org 

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