The latest Chamber News and Information

June 15, 2023

To support, strengthen and enrich our community with a business culture that provides for a strong economy.

"Your success is our success."

“If you really look closely, most overnight successes took a long time.” – Steve Jobs

Join Us in July

Altadena Chamber of Commerce & Civic Association invites members and the public to join us for our open session board meetings on the first Tuesday of each month at 10:00 AM, excluding legal holidays. Open sessions allow the chamber to keep members and the community engaged and informed while promoting transparency and encouraging community participation.

To RSVP for Tuesday, July 11, 2023,

10:00-10:30 AM open session, please click

HERE or visit the chamber's website at altadenchamber.org. We look forward to

you joining the meeting!

SAVE THE DATE!!

100 YEARS!!!

MEMBER'S EVENTS

The Robert Owens Historical sign installation ceremony will be held on June 19, 2023 (Juneteenth) at 9:00 a.m. We will meet at the JPL Riparian parking lot and hike 1 mile to the El Prieto Trail Head. Hiking boots are recommended or outdoor shoes with traction soles. The trail is not suitable for those who require special accommodations. Find out more about Robert Owens at: https://lowelifesrcc.org/2021/08/23/robert-owens-and-el-prieto-canyon/

BUSINESSES OF THE MONTH

Fair Oaks Car Wash is a family-owned business, that takes great pride in creating job opportunities and supporting the local Altadena Community. "Shop Local".

Spread the word about Fair Oaks Car Wash among your friends,family, and colleagues.

Shopping and spending our dollars in our community builds a strong community. Together, let's keep our cars shining and our community thriving!

Discount coupons for car wash deals can be found on the back of your grocery receipt.

2164 N. Fair Oaks, Altadena

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Dexter & Marilyn Meadows

376 Alameda Street

Altadena, CA. 91001

Meadows Estate

175 Hogan Rd.

Oakland, OR. 97462

Vineyard and Winery

(541)315-3004

www.meadowsestatewinery.com

meadows4farms@gmail.com

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Incorporated in 1924, The Altadena Chamber of Commerce and Civic Association was formed to promote the commercial, industrial, civic and general interests of the Altadena community and its trade area.

The Altadena Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization and relies upon membership dues and volunteer labor to staff an office and provide services to the community.

The Altadena Chamber of Commerce is an equal opportunity organization which strives to reflect the positive and extensive diversity of the community.

Membership is open to any person, assoc., corp., partnership, estate or other business entity sharing the goals and objectives of the Chamber for the betterment of the entire community of Altadena.

The Altadena Chamber of Commerce produces special events, hosts periodic mixers, maintains a web site and provides information about Altadena to visitors, residents and businesses.

Altadena. Chamber of Commerce meetings are held on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 9am

Meetings are virtual until further notice

Please check website for details

To join the meeting virtually click here:

Please email us at:

office@altadenachamber.org

If you would like to be added to the agenda.

The next meeting:

July 11, 2023

PROMOTE YOUR EVENT

Do you have any events, promotions or sales coming up? Let the Chamber of Commerce know! We'd be happy to include it in the monthly Newsletter or send out a special announcement to the 600+ members we have on our mailing list.

Join Our Mailing List

Give us your email address to add on our listing.

Office email address:

office@altadenachamber.org

The Altadena Town Council meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7pm. The next meeting is Tuesday, June 20, 2023. Check web-site for details and find out what's going on in the community:

altadenatowncouncil.org

"A satisfied customer is the best business strategy of all."

Altadena Chamber of Commerce

730 E. Altadena Dr.

Office email:

office@altaenachamber.org

626-794-3988

Support our Altadena Businesses - Shop local

Supporting small and local businesses is more important than ever.

Shopping locally is investing in our community.

For more information:

https://www.altadenalibrary.org/shoplocal/

Great reasons to join your local Chamber of Commerce:

Make business contacts.

Receive chamber newsletters.

Bring credibility to your business.

Increase your visibility in the community.

Networking opportunities with other business owners

Meet your community host a "Mixer" or "Meet and Greet".

Learn about new government programs for businesses.

Free business highlighting in newsletter.

Opportunities to promote your business in Chamber monthly newsletter and the e-mail blasts.

The best web presence for a minimal investment. The Chamber's web-site offers new opportunities for business.

Chamber after hours social and mixer provides members the opportunity to mix, mingle and network in a fun, casual environment. The best social events and opportunities to get together casually for fun and networking.

Informational presentations and seminars for members. The best educational opportunities for members.

The opportunity to exhibit your business at the annual "Sip and Shop" in December.

Connect to the Small Business Development Center at Pasadena City College, the U.S. Small Business Administration, and more.

Low yearly dues.

Looking for capital for your small business? The SBA Microloan Program provides loans up to $50,000 to help small businesses and certain not-for-profit childcare centers start up and expand. The average microloan is about $13,000.

Learn more

GRANTS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES

Small businesses, micro businesses, and non-profits in LA county may qualify for financial relief through our Economic Opportunity Grants (EOG) program offers $54+ million in grant awards, technical assistance, and other County services to help businesses recover, stabilize, and grow!

Saturday,

July 1, 2023, 5 pm

Mariposa Junction Community Event

Click below: Sign-up / Subscribe / Become a Vendo r

INTERESTED IN REVERSE MORTGAGE?

LA County Department of Economic Opportunity

For additional business services, visit here to connect with the LA County Office of Small Business – a one-stop shop that helps prospective business owners and entrepreneurs kick-start a small business, expand access to critical resources that promote small business growth, and help get businesses certified.

LA County is committed to helping communities, and small businesses build back better. Learn about other American Rescue Plan contracting, certification assistance, and other grant opportunities here.

BECOME AN ACTIVE PART OF THE ALTADENA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS

2023 OFFICERS

President – Judy Matthews

Vice President –Jocelyn Ferguson

Treasurer – Craig Sloane

Secretary - Wendy Silva

Immediate Past President

Dr. Sandra Thomas

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Alan Benavente

Larry Hammond

Billy Malone

Diane Marcussen

Ed Myers

Lisa Odigie

Rebecca Rasmussen

Barbara Richard-King

Ashley Watts