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Donna Visits The Van Lingen Group
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There is one particular photograph hanging in the Chamber office that I am most fond of. The large framed black and white photo is of Clarence Van Lingen standing in front of his tow truck. The photo is from 1948. Clarence opened an auto body business in Torrance after serving his country as he did not want to return to the occupation of farming.
Now, celebrating their 70
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year of doing business in Torrance, the Van Lingen Group is a three generation family owned and operated business. As I sat down with Rob and Sean Van Lingen, the one characteristic trait that is evident is their passion. Rob and Sean are so proud to carry on the family business started by Grandfather Clarence and continued by their father Robert.
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Chamber Members Invited to Help Develop City of Torrance's Strategic Plan
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The City of Torrance is currently working on updating its Strategic Plan. The Strategic Plan is based on information gathered from the community regarding what makes Torrance a great place to live and work, where the City can improve and where it should strive to be over the next decade.
As part of its Strategic Plan development process, the City is holding a number of focus groups with various segments of the community. The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to have been chosen as one such segment; and invites all Chamber membership to attend and lend their voice to our City’s Strategic Plan. RSVP is required, and seating is limited.
Please Click Here to RSVP
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Duperron Installed as BizFed Officer
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This past Tuesday evening, Donna Duperron, TACC President & CEO, was installed as a 2019 officer for Los Angeles County Business Federation.
BizFed is a massive, diverse grassroots alliance that advocates for policies and projects that strengthen our regional economy, with more than 180 business associations representing 400,000 with 3.5 million employees throughout Los Angeles County.
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to learn more about BizFed.
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Air Board’s Plan to Raise Fees Threatens Our Economy and Climate Goals
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California produces just 1 percent of atmospheric carbon emissions, yet global leaders and activists care about California regulations. Why is this?
It’s the same reason that California politicos insist on our unique climate regulations. Governors and legislators–here and globally–count on California’s leadership to translate into solutions applicable around the world. If it can work in California, then maybe it can transform global climate policy.
Governors Jerry Brown and Arnold Schwarzenegger staked their climate policies on the belief that a cost-effective and gradual approach will not upset consumers, destabilize markets or shock voters, but will reduce greenhouse gases released to the atmosphere consistent with projected recommendations for global carbon emission reductions.
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Active Shooters: Empowering the Business Community through Education
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Next Friday, the Chamber's PROFS program will focus on the business community's preparedness for active shooters in the workplace. Torrance Police Department Lieutenant Jeremiah Hart will present to the group, sharing invaluable information from his years of extensive training. Lt. Hart has studied hundreds of active shooter and active threat scenarios and has trained people across the country. He often speaks to groups in the Torrance community about how to prepare and develop a plan in the event of such an emergency.
"It's important to identify steps and make a plan now, ahead of time. During critical incidents, human performance doesn't get better. It gets harder to make good decisions," states Hart. He continues, "At the TPD, we encourage a whole community approach to planning and identifying potential threats. It's so important to remember that if you see something to say something, and be sure to be aware of your surroundings and make a mental plan of what steps you will take in the event of an active threat."
The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce invites current members of the TACC to attend the February 1st PROFS program. Seating is limited and RSVP is required.
Please Click Here to RSVP
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Last Chance to Pledge 2019 Service Hours!
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If you're looking for a great way to get your business more involved in the community, the City of Torrance is serving up a great opportunity in January!
Torrance SERVES is intended to honor the service leaders of past and present and empower our community to bring volunteers together for service projects that honor the spirit of giving, public service, and volunteerism. Help the City reach their goal of 100,000 pledged service hours. Learn more and take the pledge at
TorranceCA.Gov/SERVE
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Congratulations on Joining the Torrance Area Chamber Community!
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The Torrance Area Business Community Wouldn't Be the Same Without You.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
(Networking Opportunities!)
Click On Event Name for Complete Info/Tickets/RSVP
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Featuring Keynote Speaker Vera Jimenez, KTLA 5 News, and Celebrating the Remarkable Achievements & Business Leadership of These Torrance Area Women:
'Athena Award' ~ Linda Amato, DoubleTree by Hilton Torrance-South Bay
'Community Catalyzer' ~ Jennifer Olvera, Green Hills Memorial Park
'Dedicated Leader' ~ Rebecca Poirier, City of Torrance
'Inspirational Leader' ~ Barbara Graham, Torrance Refining Company
'South Bay Spirit' ~ Terri Nishimura, Pediatric Therapy Network
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Topic: 'Active Shooters - Preparing/Protecting Your Workplace and Effectively Responding in an Active Shooter Scenario. With special guest speaker Lieutenant Jeremiah Hart, Torrance Police Department.
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Special Focus: City of Torrance Strategic Plan Meeting
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Featuring Special Guest STAR, Torrance Fire Chief, Martin Serna
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There's Always Something Happening at the
Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce!
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The Chamber Helps Torrance Area Businesses Reach Their Full Potential
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Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce | (310) 540-5858 | www.TorranceChamber.com
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