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Join us this Wednesday at Callippe for Spring Tradeshow Mixer |
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Food, drink, prizes, free to attend |
Everyone is invited to join us for our Spring Tradeshow Mixer this Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at the Vista Veranda at Callippe Preserve Golf Course.
- Table-top tradeshow
- Free to attend
- Wine, beer, appetizers
- Food tastes from local restaurants
- Great raffle prizes
- Open to everyone in the community
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411 on Member Benefits this afternoon |
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Open to prospective, new and long-time members |
On the Monday before the second Wednesday mixer each month, the Pleasanton Chamber hosts a 411 on Member Benefits. This meeting is open to prospective, new and long-time Chamber members.
- Learn what it means to be a part of the Chamber
- About the opportunities available to you and your business
- How to take advantage of the benefits of Chamber membership
Our next 411 on Member Benefits is set for Monday, May 8, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. at the Chamber. 411 on Member Benefits is presented by Membership Director Dawn Wilson. If you'd like to attend, please register in advance here. Email Dawn with any questions. |
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Pleasanton 2025 Forum Meeting this Wednesday |
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Open to everyone, hybrid format |
On the second Wednesday of the odd-numbered months at 12:00 p.m., the 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 Forum May Meeting Guest Speakers
Angel Moore, Chief Operating Officer of the Alameda County Fairgrounds, will provide an update on current and future activities at the fairgrounds; and Bridget Karl, Executive Director of the Pleasanton Downtown Association, who will talk about the PDA's plans for 2023.
In-person at the chamber or virtually via Zoom
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Leadership Pleasanton Graduation Happy Hour this Thursday |
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You're invited to celebrate the graduating class |
The Pleasanton Chamber Community Foundation invites you to a celebratory Graduation Happy Hour hosted by the Sunshine Saloon on Thursday, May 11 at 4:00 p.m. Connect with fellow Leadership alumni while celebrating the graduating class of 2023. Cost to attend is $20 per person and includes appetizers and one drink ticket. The event is open to everyone in the community. Please register in advance here. All attendees must be confirmed by May 4. Please note - Sunshine Saloon is a 21+ establishment.
The Leadership Pleasanton program was created by the Pleasanton Chamber in 1988, and has produced more than 775 graduates in its 30-plus years. In September of each year, roughly 30 individuals begin participating in nine, monthly, day-long sessions on topics of Pleasanton history, government, education, recreation, business, public safety, health and infrastructure. Registration for the the Leadership Class of 2024 is open here. |
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Business Connection Newsletter for May is here |
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Spotlights, ribbon cuttings and more |
Take a look at the May Business Connection, our printed newsletter that comes out as in insert in the Pleasanton Weekly on Friday. This publication reaches 10,000 residences and businesses, and has a readership of 25,000.
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies |
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The Pleasanton Chamber would like to recognize and highlight the following members on their ribbon cutting ceremonies last week. |
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Congratulations to ZF Group on the grand opening of your West Coast Mobility Hub in Pleasanton. ZF is a global technology company supplying systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology, enabling the next generation of mobility. ZF allows vehicles to see, think and act. In the four technology domains of Vehicle Motion Control, Integrated Safety, Automated Driving, and Electric Mobility, ZF offers comprehensive product and software solutions for established vehicle manufacturers. Learn more at www.zf.com.
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Congratulations to Hively on celebrating the opening of Hively Mental Health in Pleasanton, the second of two site-certified clinical therapy locations for the longtime Tri-Valley nonprofit. Hively also provides clinical mental health services from offices in San Leandro. Hively CEO Mary Hekl said, “The additional Pleasanton location helps to accomplish the goal of available, accessible, and affordable community mental health services, providing Tri-Valley residents with a menu of low-cost options to address a variety of needs." Learn more at behively.org.
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Phil Scholz Veterinary Surgery Center |
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Congratulations on the grand opening of Valley Humane Society's Phil Scholz Veterinary Surgery Center. The Phil Scholz Veterinary Surgery Center provides much-needed spay and neuter services to the public as well as shelter and rescue partners, many of whom experience significant delays in locating available spay/neuter appointments for their adoptable animals. With the ability to perform up to 140 surgeries a week, the surgery center will significantly reduce local pet overpopulation, enable rescue groups to ready their homeless pets for adoption faster, and move animals from shelters, including Valley Humane Society, into homes more quickly. Learn more by visiting them online here. |
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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.
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JPAR Iron Horse Real Estate
Wednesday, May 17
4:00 p.m.
Grand Opening
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Community of Character Luncheon next week |
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In honor of the Juanita Haugen Community of Character award winners |
The Pleasanton Community of Character Collaborative invites you to the 14th annual Community of Character luncheon honoring the Juanita Haugen Community of Character award winners. Read about the honorees here. The luncheon takes place on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at the Veteran's Hall at 11:30 a.m. and tickets are $45 per person.
These awards were established in 2008 to recognize Pleasanton citizens who model high ethical and moral standards of behavior and are dedicated volunteers contributing their time to our community. Candidates for this award should exhibit traits chosen by the Citizens of Pleasanton and Advocated by the Collaborative: Compassion, Honesty, Respect, Integrity, Self-Discipline, and Responsibility.
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Pleasanton Young Professionals Mastermind Lunch next week |
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Join the Pleasanton Young Professionals at this Mastermind Lunch on the third Wednesday of the odd-numbered months. Cost to attend is $10 for Chamber members, $20 for non-Chamber members. Register in advance to attend here.
The Top 15 Tips Learned from Mentors that Leads to Success and Happiness
We will explore the importance of mentorship, and take a deep dive and carve the path towards success and happiness with speaker Joe Cristiano. You don’t want to miss this one! Lunch provided by Porky's Pizza Palace and the meeting takes place at the Pleasanton Chamber conference room.
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Insperity is pleased to present a Lunch and Learn.
Leading Through Change
Practical tips for leaders in ever-changing environments
Presented by Ingrid Romero, District Manager from Insperity
Thursday, June 1 at 12:00 at the Chamber
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Tri- Valley Career Center Spring Job Fair |
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Over 100 job seekers expected to attend |
Are you looking for a new job? Are you making a change in your career? Then join the Tri-Valley Career Center and meet, in-person, dozens of local employers looking for great employees!
The early registration period is closing soon and we still have just a few premium tables left.
TVCC Spring Job Fair
Over 100 Job Seekers expected to attend
Date: Wednesday, May 24
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: 5860 Owens Drive, 3rd Floor in Pleasanton
Cost: $200 or $250 for a premium table
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Upcoming Member and Community Events |
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PAL General Meeting
May 8
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Foster Care Awareness Month at SideTrack
May 9
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Valley Link Luncheon
May 17
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ALS Cure Top Golfin' for a Cure May 18 |
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1st United Credit Union
Shred Event May 19
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Sunflower Hill / REACH Carnival May 20 |
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Chamber in search of December mixer host |
Networking mixers provide the perfect opportunity for business-to-business networking to establish new relationships and business contacts. Mixers are held the second Wednesday of each month and are hosted by various Chamber members at their business. They take place from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Attendees are invited to get a first-hand view of the hosts' facilities, products and services. Networking mixers are a benefit of Chamber membership and are free for members to attend.
Benefits of hosting a mixer
- Showcase and feature your business to Chamber members, business owners and community leaders
- Have your company logo and information on all event promotions, including online, email blasts to membership and social media platforms
- Highlight your business in the Chamber’s Business Connection newsletters, print and electronic
We are actively looking for a host for our December 2023 networking mixer. Please reach out to Susie if you're interested in learning more about this opportunity. |
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Mark your calendar for these chamber events |
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Do you want to put your message in front of our audience? |
Tell your story, increase your exposure and promote your brand by partnering with the Pleasanton Chamber. We are pleased to offer advertising options for our members ranging from a one-time print ad to having a regular presence in all of our publications to a banner ad on our online directory. Give consumers the knowledge of what your business is known for. Take a look at our 2023 Marketing Opportunities.
By the numbers
- Our Business Connection print newsletter has a reach of 10,000 residences and businesses and a readership of 25,000.
- Our E-Business Connection newsletter has a reach of more than 1,100 in the business community.
- Our website pleasanton.org averages more than 16,000 views per month, including 2,900 views on average for the Business Directory and 1,900 views for the Events Calendar.
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Congratulations to these members that have recently joined the Chamber |
Serendipity Labs OPS Support Platform is part of OASIS. Support lab teams, members and systems. Help to identify systematic opportunities that need to be further investigated.
Park46 can open the door to your dream home, anywhere, at any price. We offer an innovative home buying and selling experience and represent clients in a variety of lifestyle categories.
Join us every Saturday for coffee and comradeship at the Veterans Memorial Building at 301 Main Street in Pleasanton.
Privately held home builder dedicated to superior design in the Silicon Valley. We are driven by the desire to design and build beautiful homes and neighborhoods.
Tech scouting, customer development, account management, automotive.
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