Donna Visits Bachem Americas, Inc. Presentation to
Yukon Elementary School
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Yesterday, I had the opportunity to visit Yukon Elementary School's first assembly of the school year. The cafeteria was filled with excitement as students listened to welcoming words from Principal, Elaine Wassil and sang spirit songs led by kindergarten teacher, Ms. Kristal Lopez.
However, one of the biggest highlights of the assembly was the presentation of school supplies and gifts cards to the school from Bachem Americas, Inc. Michael Brenk, Vice President Finance, greeted teachers and students stating it was Bachem's honor to present Yukon with supplies, as well as gift cards that could assist in purchasing additional needed items.
The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce thanks Bachem Americas, Inc. for being such a philanthropic business and recognizes their commitment to the Torrance community. Read article online,
here.
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MERIT Program Looking for Mentors, Co-Directors are Announced
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The new MERIT Program (Model, Engage, Renew, Inform, & Teach) provides the opportunity for Chamber members to assist in the development of future leaders and exploration of career development. This program ensures that 25 students from Torrance High School have a mentor that helps them through their navigation of education and workforce. If you are interested in learning about what it takes to be a mentor in this program,
click here
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The program co-directors have been announced and are (from L to R) Jennifer Olvera, Green Hills Memorial Park, Brian Hudson, Torrance Fire Department, and Leslie Cortez, City of Torrance. The Chamber wants to share it's gratitude for these individuals taking on leadership over the program.
Click here
for the new informational flyer, listing all dates and details you may need!
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US Space Command Establishment Ceremony Launches New Era of
Space Superiority Capabilities
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At the direction of the President of the United States, the Department of Defense established U.S. Space Command today as the eleventh Unified Combatant Command, with Raymond as its congressionally confirmed commander. Establishing USSPACECOM is a critical step that underscores the importance of the space domain and its strategic contributions to U.S. national security. The USSPACECOM establishment will accelerate the United States' space capabilities to address rapidly evolving threats to U.S. space assets and the importance of deterring potential adversaries from putting critical U.S. space systems at risk.
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BizFed's Helping You to Create a Safer LA County - Free Informational Event,
Including a Local Location at Ganahl Lumber
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BizFed is hosting five free informative events on how to best protect your building and prepare your business for the next big earthquake and other natural disasters. Less than half of us have a plan for when the next one strikes. Do you? You have five opportunities to get this info,
click here
to see flyer listing all dates and locations you can choose from!
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California raises the caution flag on ‘green jobs’
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California’s mixed record of using public investments and environmental mandates to create “green jobs” raises serious questions about the promises of some Democratic presidential candidates to use economy-transforming investments in environmentally friendly technologies to put millions of people to work.
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Fiscal Committees Give Go-Ahead to Job Killers, Other Harmful Bills
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Assembly and Senate fiscal committees sent California Chamber of Commerce-opposed bills, including five job killers, along for further consideration by the entire membership of both houses on Friday. Some bills were amended, while others were held in the fiscal committee and are likely dead for the rest of the year.
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Andrea Sala, El Camino College Foundation
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Workforce & Education Roundtable Co-Chairs Welcomed
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The Chamber is pleased to announce the Co-Chairs of Workforce & Education Roundtable for this fiscal year, Sacha Ohara, Malaga Bank, and Andrea Sala, El Camino College Foundation. Both individuals are on the current Board of Directors at the Chamber and are heavily involved in education and preparing the future's workforce through different avenues. The leadership they bring ensures excellent, riveting topics and speakers for the program this year. To see this month's program & RSVP,
click here.
Ohara,
a former educator now working in the corporate world, expressed that although her career path changed, her passion for all things education has never changed.
"We need to make sure to explore all options available to ensure the development of an educated workforce that will remain in the South Bay for years to come
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co-chair of this committee, hoping to "help bring awareness to the variety of programs already available to Chamber members, as well as explore ideas from both the business and academic sectors to improve the collaboration between the two." Likewise, Sala, whose position within El Camino College Foundation is to help
enable and encourage student success through raising funds and creating community partnerships, looks forward her position as co-chair of the program. "I look forward
to exploring ways to partner with local businesses in order to help understand the workforce of the future," she expressed. "We can work together to develop educational opportunities that fit their needs." The Chamber expresses gratitude for the visionary yet strategic leadership presented by both Ohara and Sala.
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"Courtside with the JBA" Event on November 14th, 2019 - Save the Date!
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The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce would like to invite you to a very special “Courtside with the JBA” event on the evening of Thursday, November 14, 2019. This event commemorates 21 years of professional connection and partnership with the Japan Business Association, a Southern California-based non-profit organization that has been developing and improving the business environment for Japanese companies for the past 59 years. The most special part of this year’s event is that it will take place at a South Bay Lakers basketball game at the UCLA Health Training Center in El Segundo! Opened in 2017, this stunning, state-of-the-art facility serves as the home game location for the South Bay Lakers of the NBA G League, and additionally as the training center for both the South Bay Lakers and the world-famous Los Angeles Lakers.
The venue offers court-side seating for an up-close-and-personal view of the game; a kiosk with all the latest Lakers merchandise; an outdoor area with tables, food trucks, and beverages; and an exciting opportunity for post-game court time and autographs. Join us for an exhilarating evening of hoops and high energy that nobody would want to miss!
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Not Subject to Air Resources Board Jurisdiction? You Will be Very Soon.
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Do you get deliveries to your business? Under a new rule being considered by the California Air Resources Board (CARB), you may be subject to onerous reporting requirements under CARB’s Advanced Clean Trucks program even if you do not own or lease a single truck. This reporting requirement is the first step in CARB’s plan to explore ways to regulate your contracts with pickup and delivery companies.
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Coastal Cleanup is Quickly Approaching
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On Saturday, September 21, 2019, City of Torrance will be hosting the Annual Coastal Cleanup event at Torrance Beach. Torrance has participated in this event for over 20 years, and Heal the Bay will be celebrating its 30th year as the Los Angeles County Coastal Cleanup Day coordinator.
When: Saturday, September 21, 2019
Where: Volunteers meet at Miramar Park (201 Paseo de la Playa @ Calle Miramar)
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
All volunteers including groups must complete a safety waiver. Save time by bringing your signed waiver to the event. Safety Waivers will be available on the Heal the Bay website this week. Students can earn Community Service Credit for this event! Volunteers under 18 must have a parent's signature.
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RENEWING MEMBERS:
Thank you!
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
Click on event for details!
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The Chamber Helps Businesses Reach Their Full Potential
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