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Jac Folkert, UCLA Health, welcomes a Veteran from WWII to the Armed Forces 5K for Freedom. World War II veterans were recognized prior to the 5K.
Plans Progressing for Armed Forces Day Celebration
As a resident of Torrance, one of the events I look forward to each year is the Armed Forces Day Observance in May. This weekend has several ways in which we, as a community, can say “thank you” to our nation’s men and women of the military forces who defend our country. The City of Torrance is one of few cities nationwide sanctioned by the Department of Defense to honor our Armed Forces through an annual Armed Forces Day Parade and Celebration. This year marks the 60 th year that the City of Torrance will host the parade on Saturday, May 18th at 1:30 p.m.

Four years ago, the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce was presented with an opportunity to host an Armed Forces Day 5K Run/Walk the morning of the parade. This event has grown each year and plans are well under way for this year’s 5K For Freedom. Participants run/walk/jog alongside our heroes in the armed forces. Families and businesses form teams to participate, often clad in red, white and blue.
 
Registration is now open for the Torrance Armed Forces Day 5K for Freedom at torrance5k.com  Additional information can be obtained by calling the chamber office at 310-540-5858.

NEWS

AQMD launch of new incentive program - Targeting Gardeners to Government
The South Coast AQMD has just launched the new Commercial Electric Lawn and Garden Equipment Incentive and Exchange Program. This program is being offered to all commercial gardeners and landscapers, local government agencies, school districts and colleges and non-profit organizations in the Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange and San Bernardino counties. By exchanging an older, polluting gasoline or diesel-powered commercial grade piece of lawn and garden equipment you can purchase an equivalent new zero emission, battery electric commercial grade piece of equipment at a greatly reduced price. For more information please visit the website at  www.aqmd.gov/lawngarden or call 888-425-6247 Tuesday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Dynamex Update - CalChamber Continues Fight for Worker Opportunities
Legislative intervention is needed to provide clarity to employers and prevent loss of opportunities for millions of individuals following last year’s court decision upending the test for determining who is an independent contractor, the California Chamber of Commerce testified this week. Read More...

Assembly Committee Passes Job Killer Bill
The first job killer bill identified by the California Chamber of Commerce this year passed an Assembly committee this week. AB 51 (Gonzalez; D-San Diego)  prohibits arbitration of labor and employment claims as a condition of employment. Read More...
New Required Poster for California Employers Starting April 1
Last week, the OAL  approved  the Fair Employment and Housing Council’s changes to the Family Care and Medical Leave (CFRA Leave) and Pregnancy Disability notice (now called Family Care and Medical Leave and Pregnancy Disability Leave), adding information about the New Parent Leave Act (NPLA). Employers covered by the California Family Rights Act and the NPLA are required to post this new notice starting April 1, 2019. Read More...
Business at Noon: Lunchtime Networking Opportunity
Ambassador Leslie Cortez presents Certificate of Appreciation to Vince Giuliano, owner, Gaetano's, during Tuesday's Business at Noon event
On Tuesday, March 12th, the Chamber hosted Business at Noon for nearly 30 individuals. As usual, it was an engaging lunchtime! There was active networking and connections made. Likewise, Gaetano's provided a fantastic meal for all the members to enjoy. Thank you to all the Chamber Members who were in attendance.
Go Red for Women
Garry Olney, Chief Executive, Providence Little Company of Mary pauses to greet guests.
This past week, the American Heart Association, in partnership with chamber members Providence Little Company of Mary, UCLA Health and Kaiser Permanente hosted a Wellness Retreat and Executive Luncheon.  Attendees enjoyed a wellness expo with top fitness and health brands and interactive experiences and demonstrations with guest speakers, special guests, and more. 
NEW MEMBERS
Welcome to the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce!
RENEWING MEMBERS
  The Torrance Area Business Community Wouldn't Be the Same Without You.
UPCOMING EVENTS
(Networking Opportunities!)
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South Bay HYPE // Absolution Brewing Company: Tuesday, March 19th, 5:00-6:30pm
Helping Young Professionals Excel . . . one HYPE program at a time!
Ribbon Cutting // Sugar Shack: Wednesday, March 20th, 11:30am
Celebrate and welcome a new business in Torrance with us!
 Thursday, March 21st, 11:30am Registration // 12:00-2:00pm Awards & Luncheon
Tech Talks // John Deere: Thursday, March 28th, 12:00-1:30pm
More than just farming equipment.... Come learn about their GNSS technologies!
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