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November 7, 2022
Fall Tradeshow Mixer is this Wednesday at the Fairgrounds
Add your name to the guest list for free
Everyone is invited to join the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce at the Fall Tradeshow Mixer hosted by the Alameda County Fairgrounds and Event Center on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at the Fairgrounds.

This event gives vendors the opportunity to showcase their products and services with their table-top displays, often with raffle prizes, tchotchke items and other giveaways.

Attendees can visit more than 45 vendor tables and enjoy appetizers, drinks and a chance for great raffle prizes. Among the vendors providing delicious food tastes are Bocado – Un Petit Bistro, Locanda Amalfi, Mochiholic, Much Ado About Pizza and Simple Elegance Catering.

General attendee admission is complimentary and includes two drinks. The event will take place in Building Q at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. Entrance to the event will be at Gate 12, off of Valley Avenue and parking will be in the Stable Café Lot (Lot R). View entrance details/map here.

Business Connection newsletter for November is here
Read it or flip through and see what's new
Take a look at our bi-monthly publication that is inserted into the Pleasanton Weekly, and reaches 11,000 in the community. Our print newsletter officially came out as an insert in the Pleasanton Weekly this past Friday. We have it online for your viewing as well.

Pleasanton 2025 Forum this Wednesday
What's new at Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley
Every second Wednesday of the month at 12:00 noon, the Pleasanton Chamber brings stakeholders together to focus community resources, time and talent to achieve greater understanding of issues, obstacles and opportunities related to Pleasanton 2025: A Community Vision.

Pleasanton 2025 Forums are a monthly meeting, open to everyone in the community, and held in a hybrid format, in-person in the chamber conference room or virtually via Zoom. ​Join Zoom meeting here.

November's guest speaker will be Tracey Lewis Taylor, Chief Operating Officer of Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley. She will discuss the latest happenings in the health care industry, as well as Stanford's status today and its plans for the next few years.
Honoring good people doing great things in Pleasanton
Hear from the honorees in this video
What a wonderful time we had celebrating the amazing group of recipients at Pleasanton's Community Service Awards. On behalf of the Pleasanton Chamber, congratulations to all of the honorees and thank you for making a difference in the lives of everyone that lives and works in the Pleasanton community.


Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies
Celebrating grand openings
Ribbon cuttings increase the visibility of a grand opening, new location, ground breaking or special anniversary. The chamber brings the giant scissors and the red ribbon, invites our ambassadors and publicizes the event in various publications. To schedule a ribbon cutting, email Dawn.
Sterling Certified Public Accountants Inc.
Congratulations to Sterling Certified Public Accountants, Inc. on your new firm and client appreciation event. When professional friends meet and put their experience and heads together, a new CPA firm is created. The firm is licensed in CA and specializes in Tax and Accounting. They are professional, experienced and affordable. With over 80 years combined experience – Evelyn Saunders, Chetan Shah and Dan Thompson – they offer a broad range of services for business owners, executives and independent professionals.
Five Little Monkeys
Congratulations to Five Little Monkeys on the grand opening of your Pleasanton location. Five Little Monkeys is a community based, hands-on toy store focused on providing unique, high-quality toys in a fun and friendly environment. Their carefully curated selection focuses on creative toys for imaginative minds that are educational, sustainable, and have exceptional play value. Five Little Monkeys is located at 719A Main Street in Pleasanton.
Webinar: Post Election Forum
Hosted by local chambers and Hoge Fenton
Join us for a Post-Election Forum moderated by Catharine Baker, former State Assemblymember and Special Counsel to Hoge Fenton.


Our panel consists of Rob Lapsley, President of the California Business Roundtable; Shawn Wilson, Political Consultant and co-host of the podcast East Bay Insiders; and Judy Lloyd, CEO of the Danville Area Chamber of Commerce. Our distinguished panel will give their analysis of key local and state election outcomes.

Brought to you by the Walnut Creek, Danville, Pleasanton, and Livermore Chambers of Commerce in association with Hoge Fenton.
Medicare Annual Enrollment Period Meetings
Kathleen O'Leary presenting on Tuesday
Medicare Annual Enrollment Period Meeting
Presented by Kathleen O’Leary, Licensed Agent, JB Insurance Services
What is it?
This is a meeting presenting a Medicare Advantage Plan and is open to everyone.
When is it?
November 15
10:00 a.m. at the Pleasanton Chamber office
Who should attend?
Anyone who needs assistance with Medicare.
How do I RSVP?
Email Kathleen in advance - kathleen@jbinsurance.biz or call Kathleen's cell 510-304-9120
Refinancing Options for Seniors
Presented by Pacificwide Lending
Refinancing Options for Seniors
Presented by Andrew Liu and Yolanda Lane Smith of Pacificwide Lending.
What is it?
This is a free, educational seminar to learn how loans can support you in retirement.
When is it?
November 15
11:30 a.m. at the Pleasanton Chamber office
How do I RSVP?
RSVP in advance to Courtney Orlando at corlando@pacificwidelending.com.
Featured members and events
Assistance League of Amador Valley
The Assistance League of Amador Valley is pleased to host its 4th Annual Poinsettia Sale. This is a fundraiser with proceeds benefitting children and seniors in the Tri-Valley area. Order Deadline: Tuesday, November 22, 2022 by 6:00 p.m.
Corporate Gifting and Marketing
Contact Shelley Goldblum, Boisset Collection Wines for your marketing and gifting needs, including custom label wines, lifestyle jewelry and more.
Purchase for a Purpose
Giving back to non-profits
Fresh Cut Christmas Trees
The Fresh Cut Christmas Trees Family is back for another year with beautiful Oregon grown trees, wreaths, garland and some special goodies as well. 
At the Alameda County Fairgrounds, Gate 8
Nov. 24 to Dec. 21, 2022. See Santa for Free on Nov. 26 and Dec. 4.
Agape Villages and Goodness Village
Agape Villages and Goodness Village have partnered together for a fun night to raise money for both amazing organizations at KarPark on December 4, 2022.
In a join effort to support those in our community who need it most, Goodness Village and Agape Villages are teaming up for our second annual Two Villages Fundraiser.
New Happy Hour at Zachary's
Our new Happy Hour is live at Zachary’s Pleasanton! Join us weekdays from 3pm ’til 5:30pm to enjoy drink specials, pizza deals, AND small bites and appetizers. We’re going all IN. See what we'll be offering here.
Tri-Valley Turkey Burn
Pleasanton North Rotary's 8th annual Thanksgiving Day Tri-Valley Turkey Burn is a family-friendly fun run/walk/stroll that benefits local youth programs of the Tri-Valley. Sponsorship opportunities now available.
Vote Yes on Measure I
Support Pleasanton schools
The Measure I bond is to build and maintain facilities that contribute to a strong and positive learning experience. It is needed because a gap has appeared between available funding and the cost of improving and maintaining our school facilities. The bond is to raise money specifically to modernize classrooms, repair deteriorating roofs, ensure facilities are safe for all students, and improve play equipment and multi-use facilities.

The Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce supports Measure I for several reasons. Continue reading here.
Chamber Announces Endorsements for 2022 General Election
City Council, School Board and more
The Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce’s Business and Community Political Action Committee (BACPAC) recently completed its Candidate Review process. BACPAC made its endorsement recommendations for the 2022 General Election to the Chamber’s Board of Directors for final consideration. These recommendations were approved at the most recent Chamber Board meeting. Candidates endorsed include those running for City Council, the Pleasanton School Board of Trustees, and Alameda County District Attorney.

BACPAC’s Candidate Review process is comprised of three distinct steps: the Candidate Questionnaire, which is the first document submitted; the Candidate Interview, an individual interview with BACPAC; and the Candidate Forum, in which all candidates come together to answer questions created by Chamber members and inspired by Pleasanton 2025: A Community Vision. This local public policy platform lists goals for the economy, jobs, education, infrastructure, public safety, health, housing, arts, leadership, culture, and recreation.

After our lengthy Candidate Review process was completed and after further discussion by the Chamber Board, BACPAC and the Chamber Board of Directors endorse the following candidates for office* in the 2022 General Election, to be held Tuesday, November 8, 2022:

- Pleasanton City Council (District 1): Dean Wallace
- Pleasanton City Council (District 3): Joel Liu
- Pleasanton Unified School District (Area 2): Laurie Walker
- Alameda County District Attorney: Terry Wiley

In addition, the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce and BACPAC also endorse the following candidates, who are running unopposed:

- Pleasanton Mayor: Karla Brown
- Pleasanton Unified School District (Area 5): Justin Brown
Pleasanton Young Professionals
Professional development up next
The Pleasanton Young Professionals (PYPs) is the premier networking group for emerging and established young professionals ages 21-40.

PYPs Professional Development
Monday, November 28, at 11:00 a.m.
Topic: What did you learn in 2022?
Porky's Pizza Palace
Chamber members are $10. Guests are $20.

Learn more about the PYPs on our website, on Facebook and on Instagram.
Economic Development and Government Relations
Learn more about this committee
The Chamber’s Economic Development and Government Relations (EDGR) Committee meets monthly to research topics that are vital to Pleasanton’s economy. EDGR members hear from subject matter experts, conduct research, and when appropriate, make recommendations for action to the Chamber Board of Directors. EDGR leads the Chamber's advocacy efforts on local public policy priorities as defined in Pleasanton 2025: A Community Vision.
Welcome New Members
Congratulations to these new members that have recently joined the Chamber
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