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E-Business Journal
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October 2016
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Message from the CEO:
Greetings! Fall is in the air signaling the holiday season right around the corner. It's also election season as we prepare to select representatives at the local, state, and federal levels that will best represent our interests on November 8. And don't forget the myriad of local and state measures seeking voter approval. If you haven't done so, register to vote at this
website
and encourage your employees to do so too. Our democratic system is the envy of the world, and it is an incredible privilege, right and duty as citizens of the U.S. to vote.
While LVCC does not endorse individuals running for elected office, it does take positions on ballot measures. At its September meeting the LVCC board of directors voted to support the Alameda County Housing Bond Measure A1
. Housing security for workers and their families, seniors and others is critical to the economic health of our cities, county and region. LVCC believes that the $580 million general bond is a positive step towards addressing the demands on affordable housing options in Alameda County. The bond also provides the needed flexibility to ensure that our cities receive their fair share of the bond and sufficient safeguards to assure the bond proceeds are invested for this purpose. In its letter in support of the measure, LVCC also expressed the need for support for the supply side of this critical need as cities contend with the challenges of meeting obligations to provide new housing sufficient to meet their projected growth in population and jobs. Hear more about Measure A1 at the Economic Development & Government Affairs meeting on November 2.
On that note, I want to share with you a "Letter to the Editor" which I submitted to the Livermore Independent newspaper this week and can be read in its entirety by clicking on this link.
While the letter speaks for itself, I also want to express my deep respect for members of the Livermore Valley Chamber of Commerce and acknowledge the important role of this amazing organization.
Sincerely,
Dawn P. Argula
CEO and President
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Tri-Valley Mayor's Summit Luncheon
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Seating is very limited, and must be prepaid. Reservations are not refundable unless canceled 72 hours in advance.
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Why Small Businesses Need Outsourced IT
by
Ken Norvell & Kevin Baker, Managing Partners, CMIT Solutions
In the course of running our managed services company, CMIT Solutions, we've encountered many small businesses stuck in various levels of IT madness. Since many small- and even medium-sized businesses (SMBs) can't afford a full-time IT staffer to maintain the computers and network, handle backups, and plug security holes, these tasks are often left to one or more employees with some degree of technical knowledge. As one might imagine, this approach to handling information technology is rife with problems.
Read complete article.
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LIVERMORIUM
TITANIUM
DIAMOND
PLATINUM
SILVER
BRONZE
Thank you, Sponsors,
we appreciate your partnership!
Featured Sponsors
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EXECUTIVE BOARD
Brendan Finley, Chairman of the Board,
John Sutton, Past Chairman of the Board,
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Welcome, New Chamber Members, we appreciate your partnership!
Madden Marketing U.S.
All members - if you have not received your "MEMBER" decal with our NEW logo to display at your place of business, give us a call and we'll get one to you right away. This replaces the wooden plaque and the last window cling.
All Chamber Members are invited to our monthly committee meetings, After Hours Business Mixers and ribbon cuttings - See details on the Calendar
Join Our Committees
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Thank You for Renewing With Us!
25+ Years
15 - 24 years
10 - 14 years
Robert Rao - 11
5
- 9 years
1 - 4 years
no wonder we're the fastest growing Chamber in the East Bay!
Want to know more?
give us a call - 925.447.1606
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This month's mixer hosted by
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
5:15 pm - 7:15 pm
153 L Street
Livermore
Music Provided by Amos Productions
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My Buddy's Bike Shop
- Got bikes? Need bikes? My Buddy's Bike Shop is family-run, and eager to help you get on the road - or off-road! - with your bicycles. They have the perfect bike for your riding style with friendly employees and an expert service center. Located in downtown Livermore at the corner of Railroad Avenue and P Street. Repairs, tune-ups, and sales.
www.mybuddysbikeshop.com/,
located at
1601 B Railroad Avenue, Livermore (925)583-5454
Michaels
- The Arts and Crafts Store
- Known throughout North America for their vast selection for all your art crafting and framing needs. The holidays are coming. Check out their new Livermore location, 1122 Stanley Blvd. (next to Trader Joe's) and get inspired!
www.michaels.com
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Livermore Mayor John Marchand joined the festivities at the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of the new Michaels store. He presented the store manager and district manager with a certificate honoring Michael's for providing jobs, and their foundation that helps employees with emergency needs.
Kiddie Academy -
Curious George was pleased to join the grand opening celebration of Kiddie Academy of Livermore. Located at 1400 N. Vasco, the center offers safe, fun, and educational care for ages 6 weeks up to school age.
Astoria Senior Living & Memory Care -
Give yourself peace of mind. Astoria Gardens is composed of three separate specially designed and staffed neighborhoods. Astoria Place for Assisted Living and the Gardens and the Villa for Alzheimer's and memory care. Enjoying the many stories shared by the staff, the Chamber was pleased to host their Ribbon Cutting Celebration in September.
Whether you're an active senior or looking for a safe environment for a loved one with Alzheimer's, Astoria Senior Living communities have the services and a perfect neighborhood to fit your needs and offering local informational programs. Located at 1960 W. Lowell, Tracy, 209.833.2200, AstoriaSeniorLiving.com. Coming up - An answer for Alzheimer's: Why is it taking so long? Present by Neurologist Dr. Robert Herrick, Thursday, October 20. See attached flyer for additional information.
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CALLING ALL MEMBERS!
The Ambassador Task Force needs your great ideas, 2017 is the year to revamp, reset, and re-energize this group. If you have an idea to share, please email Martha Espinoza at
mespinoza@livermore.org.
The Ambassadors are the goodwill arm of the Chamber and the business community. They participate in ribbon cuttings, grand openings and other Chamber events. Ambassadors act as "special greeters" at the Chamber's many activities and they are responsible for introducing and welcoming new members. This group meets the second Tuesday of the month in the Livermore Valley Chamber Confe
rence Room at noon. If you would like further information or to join this committee contact the Chamber at 925.447.1606.
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