LVCC Newsletter
April 2017
Message from the CEO
Dawn P. Argula CEO and President
Greetings!
 
Carrying on with the theme in my March message, the good news and kudos for our members just keep rolling in!  Our member businesses and organizations continue to deliver results, meeting and exceeding standards for their industry, strengthening the local and regional economy.  In recognition of this, I've introduced two new features for the monthly newsletter - LVCC Member Achievements; and to recognize special milestones - LVCC Member Milestones.  Send me your announcements to include in future newsletters.  Join me in an LVCC "Shout Out" to those recognized on the April list!
 
What's Up at LVCC?
A new website for LVCC is "Under Construction".  A big thank you to Tom Petty and WSI Smart Solutions, an LVCC Titanium sponsor, who is developing the new website.  It will be mobile device friendly, much more attractive and user friendly to website visitors and will easily integrate with the future LVCC database upgrade (coming late 2017).  The new website is anticipated to be rolled out in May.  It's a "work in progress", so suggestions are welcomed.  In the meantime, the existing website continues to be maintained with current information.  
 
The latest issue of the LVCC Resource Guide/Directory 2017 is in development with Town Square Publications starting marketing for ad space soon.  This will be a special anniversary edition with release expected in time for the Thanksgiving/Christmas holiday season. Expect a call soon from Town Square with exciting opportunities for your business!
 
Livermore Downtown Steering Committee 
I'm pleased to report that the Livermore City Council has included LVCC on its roster for the formation of the Livermore Downtown Steering Committee. Its primary task is to develop a public outreach program related to the development of the City's downtown with the initial focus on the development of a downtown hotel.  Final recommendations are expected by late June 2017 and will be forwarded to the city council.  I will be representing LVCC in this important effort. 
 
Wine Country Luncheon Series
The LVCC team has been planning its annual luncheon series which kicks off in May.  Look for updates as we introduce new themes and additions to the line-up. Confirmed programs include:
 
May 24 - Livermore Valley Forecast- Opportunities and Challenges in a Robust Economy
 
June 21 - State of the City with Livermore Mayor John Marchand

September 28 - State of the State with Senator Steve Glazer and Assembly Member Catharine Baker

Note: Our offices will be closed Friday, April 14 in observance of Easter weekend


Mission Statement: The Livermore Valley Chamber of Commerce enhances the business environment and quality of life in the Livermore Valley through innovation, leadership, visionary programs and powerful connections.

Member Milestones
John Shirley - LVCC individual member since 1956.  

LVCC su rprised John with a  plaque for his 61 years of membership and contributions to LVCC on March 8 during CEO Argula's presentation to the Livermore Rotary Club.  


Member Achievements


WileyX
2017 Game Changers Award - Livermore
Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group
 
Tim Barry, General Manager
Livermore Area Recreation & Park District
2017 Outstanding Professional Award
California Association of Parks & Recreation Commissioners & Board Members
 
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory & Las Positas College
2017 East Bay Innovation Award - Education
East Bay Economic Development Alliance
 
LAM Research
2017 East Bay Innovation Award - Advanced Manufacturing
East Bay Economic Development Alliance
 
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
2016 R&D 100 Awards
R&D Magazine
LLNL garnered 3 awards honoring top scientific and engineering technologies with commercial potential.
 
Alameda County Transportation Commission
Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
Government Finance Officers Association of the US & Canada
 
Alameda County Fair Association
Western Fairs Association 2016 - 25 Awards
International Association of Fairs & Expositions 2016 - 16 Awards


After Hours Business Mixer - April 2017

          
  
and the
   Wednesday, April 19
5:15 pm - 7:15 pm 
3000 Robertson Park Road
Livermore
For more info - click here!  Mixer Flyer
Get Directions

M usic Provided by Amos Productions
                  
LVCC  Committees
 
LVCC Business Alliance Meetings - Meets monthly on the first Wednesday, 7:30 am at  Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham, 1700 N. Livermore Ave. Harold Roundtree of  UNCLE Credit Union, Chairs this committee.  

At the April 5 meeting, the featured speakers were Aaron Brown, California Small Business Association; Stephanie Anderson and Tracy Keough, Bay Area Air Quality Management Districts' Spare the Air Program. See their presentations here:


The next meeting is scheduled on May 3 and is open to all LVCC members. May is Water Awareness Month, and featured speakers include California Water Service Co., City of Livermore Water Dept, and Zone 7 Water Agency.

LVCC Ambassador Club Meetings - Meets monthly on the second Tuesday, 12:00 pm, in the Chamber conference room, 2157 First St.  Co-chairs are Sheila Fagliano, Livermore Sanitation, Inc., and Barbara Varnell, Bay Commercial Bank. The next meeting is scheduled on May 9.

Attend LVCC Committee Meetings

Chairman's Circle
 
WENTE VINEYARDS is the country's oldest, continuously operated family-owned winery, founded in 1883.  Today, the winery maintains its leadership role in California winegrowing under ownership and management by the fourth and fifth generations of the Wente family.  Blending traditional and innovative winemaking practices, the winery draws from nearly 3,000 acres of sustainably farmed estate vineyards to create an outstanding portfolio of fine wines.  Located just east of San Francisco in the historic Livermore Valley, Wente Vineyards is recognized as one of California's premier wine country destinations, featuring wine tasting, dining, championship golf and concert performances.

2017 Chairman's Circle Sponsors

Are You Taking Advantage of Your LVCC Benefits?
Do you know...
  • That the Chamber can help with your Certificates of Origin if your company ships out of the country.  Call the office for more details - 447.1606
  • We will post your job openings on our website - just send them to lccinfo@livermorechamber.org, in pdf format
  • We can help you publicize a special event by posting it on our social media - send information and artwork in jpeg format to lccinfo@livermorechamber.org
  • We provide the ribbon, scissors and photographer for your ribbon cutting celebration.  Call the office to schedule 447.1606
Want to see more membership benefits?  Find them here
Lunch and Learn Workshops
New - "Lunch and Learn" Spring Series - Focus - Technology 4 Business
 
LVCC is pleased to offer a 4 part  series of 1-hour workshops focused on optimizing technology as a tool for business and will cover - mobile devices; cyber security; the Cloud; and technology as a business marketing tool.  The workshops are sponsored by 1+1 Technology and are conveniently scheduled during the lunch hour, once a month on 3rd Tuesday in the LVCC conference room.  Participants are invited to bring their bag lunch to enjoy during the workshop.  For a list of workshop topics click 
LVCC LUNCH & LEARN WORKSHOPS.
 
Details:  
Topic:      Safeguard Your Business Data Backup and Recovery
Date:       April 18 
Time:       12:00 - 1:00 pm
Location:  Livermore Valley Chamber Conference Room, 2157 First St., Livermore
Cost:        No cost - LVCC members and their employees
                $25.00 - Not-Yet Members of LVCC
 
 
Leadership Livermore
Public Safety & Judicial Law Day  
For the March class, Leadership Livermore was given the rare opportunity to spend some time with the Livermore Police Department SWAT team and with Livermore-Pleasanton fire fighters. They learned safety tactics, as well as a variety of interactive activities. A lively session with the K-9 unit wrapped up the morning!

After a wonderful lunch catered by La PanotiQ, the class was summoned to an Alameda County Courtroom. They toured the courtroom and viewed actual cases being heard by Judge Bereola presiding. They learned about the inner workings of the court room and gained some insight into our judicial system. 
Ribbon Cuttings and Groundbreakings

Amador Valley Quilters
March 1, 2017

Livermore Valley Chamber Staff, Ambassadors and Board Members were in attendance at the Amador Valley Quilters ribbon cutting and Grand Opening at Garre Vineyards.  Their next event is Colors of the Vineyards coming up on April 22 and 23 - Calendar of Events
 


Spectrum Community Services, Inc. -
Meals on Wheels, March 24, 2017
Livermore Valley Chamber Staff and Ambassadors attended the Meals on Wheels ribbon cutting at Stanford Healthcare-ValleyCare.
Healthy, home-delivered meals are available for seniors (60 years and older) who are unable to prepare their own food, and have difficulty with mobility. 

Welcome and Thank You!
Welcome New Chamber Members! We appreciate your partnership!

Intero Real Estate, Purnell Cook
A Harmony School for Children       Best Friends Campus
All Chamber Members are invited to our monthly committee meetings, After Hours Business Mixers and ribbon cuttings 
- see details on the
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