Donna and her husband, Gary, enjoy white water rafting on the South Fork American Gorge
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It's been incredible to receive so many responses to last week's Out and About article. My husband and I have truly valued our 12 day road trip through the Mother Lode Country, gold rush belt, stretching through the Sierra Nevada foothills in central California. The scenic country is dotted with scores of old mining camps and ghost towns bearing relics of their past. Some, including Amador City, Auburn, Chinese Camp, Columbia, Donnieville, Grass Valley, Jackson, Nevada City, Placerville, San Andreas, Sonora, and Trudeau, have been designated state historic landmarks.
As we drove historic Highway 49, we stopped and visited ten of these historic landmarks. One of my favorites was Columbia, known as the "Gem of the Southern Mines". The town has dirt roads, wooden sidewalks and friendly townspeople dressed in 1850's period attire. The population is 2,297. We stopped in the saloon and had a bottle of ice cold Sarsaparilla. It was so refreshing as it was 99 degrees outside. We spoke with the owner of the Clothiers and Emporium for quite a long time. Like other small store owners we spoke to, she concurred that sales have been brisk this summer due to tourism. A highlight of our visit to Columbia was the stagecoach ride we took through the town.
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International Business program welcomes 2019-2020 Co-Chairs
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Melinda Taylor, C.P.A., Partner,
Servatius, O’Brien & Fong, LLP
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Sanjay Murty, Vice President, Murti, LLC
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The Chamber welcomes back seasoned Co-Chairs Melinda Taylor, C.P.A., Partner, Servatius, O’Brien & Fong, LLP, and Sanjay Murty, Vice President, Murti, LLC to lead this fiscal year's International Business program. Both individuals look forward to the continuation and growth of this program. “I’m looking forward to creating more awareness for the Committee and providing valuable information, resources, opportunities and events for businesses involved in international commerce,” expressed Taylor.
This program seeks to provide educational and collaborative opportunities to businesses in the Torrance region. Whether to those who are currently engaged in international business, or those who are exploring ways to enter the trade arena, the vision to enhance all business international trade capabilities is strong.
Even if you have not have experience in international business, Murty emphasized that the international market works for your business' services, as well. He looks forward to help bring about business introductions to Torrance Area Chamber members to overseas markets for buyers and suppliers for the goods and services. "Business is local but the market is global. 90% of the buyers are outside USA, if you are not exporting you are missing out on a major market for your goods and services," stated Murty.
The Chamber thanks Melinda Taylor and Sanjay Murty for their leadership, vision, and strategies in helping it's members to thrive and grow their business internationally.
Interested in joining the program?
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lick Here
to RSVP for September's meeting.
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Chamber to host Hands-Only CPR training seminar for members
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On Thursday, August 15th, at 8:00 a.m., the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce will host a free Hands-Only CPR training seminar, administered by The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. This seminar, conducted by Public Health Nurse Roberto Luna, serves to equip participants will the vital skills needed to perform life-saving measures without the use of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Be sure to RSVP as soon as possible, as attendance is limited. Please note this free event is for Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce members, only.
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Bubble Watch: California economy goes from national leader to subpar
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In the June quarter, 253 companies filed government-mandated “WARN Act” layoff notices impacting 18,875 employees. Over the past year, that’s 38% more planned cuts hitting 13% more workers.
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Strategic Planning Workshop open to the public by the Torrance Police Department
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The Torrance Police Department is currently developing a Strategic Plan, which will serve as the organization's roadmap for the next three years. The TPD is asking to receive YOUR input so they can meet the needs of the community they serve. There are two workshop days to choose from: Tuesday, August 20 at 6:00pm or Wednesday, August 21 at 6:00pm.
Click here
for a flyer that lists the locations of workshops, as well as more general information.
Please email
dmegerdichian@torranceca.gov
to reserve your spot, as seats are filling up fast.
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Sink or swim: Chinese port plans put Pacific back in play
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The United States, and allies including Japan, Australia and New Zealand, are actively expanding their diplomatic postings in the Pacific to counter China’s influence, and warning island nations that Beijing-funded projects needed to make financial sense.
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The Ninth Circuit’s request that the California Supreme Court clarify meal & rest period requirements may have a tremendous impact upon employers
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Given the prevalence of wage-hour class actions filed against California employers, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals from time to time asks the California Supreme Court to clarify certain California wage-hour laws.
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Free 2019 Midyear Employment Law White Paper
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We are over halfway through 2019, and as always, you can count on the Golden State for interesting developments in employment law. Most of this year’s updates come from court rulings, agency actions and previous legislation’s delayed implementation. Regardless, be sure you’re compliant with new and updated hiring, wage and hour and leaves of absence requirements.
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Members-Only Mixer with the PVP Chamber!
August 27th, 4:30pm
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