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VOICE Winter 2013 · VOLUME 12 · ISSUE 1 A publication of the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce Follow the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce on and at lachamber.com. The L.A. Area Chamber has championed the needs of the business community and the citizens of the L.A. region for 125 years. From serving as the voice of the business community in the halls of government to promoting economic development and fostering collaboration throughout the community, the Chamber has worked to ensure economic prosperity and a good quality of life in our region. In all our years as the region's leading business advocacy organization, we have never wavered from enterprising leadership, audacious visions and steady perseverance. Join us this year as we celebrate 125 years of being bold in business. Our past is bold and our future will be bolder. 1 The three most long-standing members of the Chamber are Woodbury University (1888), O’Melveny & Myers LLP (1894) and AT&T (1895). 2 In 1890, Frank Wiggins, a pioneer of L.A. development, joins Chamber staff as superintendent of exhibits. 3 L.A. became the most promoted city on the planet and its population climbed from 50,395 in 1890 to 1.2 million by 1930 — a 23 fold increase — led by the Chamber of Commerce. 4 Of the first six volunteer leaders of the Chamber board from 1888 to 1899, four listed their occupation as “Capitalist” in the L.A. Address Directory. 5 Over the last 125 years more than 25,000 citizens have given their time as volunteers for Chamber efforts as members of the board, committees, councils and special task forces. 6 Less than a month after its founding in October 1888, the Chamber heard a presentation about the need to create a deep water harbor to connect the city to the rest of the world. The next 25 years saw the Chamber advocate and lead efforts to create a world class harbor in San Pedro — now the busiest container port in the world and an ongoing effort of the Chamber. 7 Chamber boosters recognized that the L.A. River could not supply enough water to grow the city of their dreams so over the course of 60 years, three aqueducts totaling more than 1,000 miles in length were constructed with Chamber help — The Los Angeles Aqueduct (1913), The Colorado River Aqueduct (1941) and the California Aqueduct of the State Water Project (1971). 8 The Chamber was largely responsible for bringing the Olympic Games to L.A. in 1932. The games brought lasting infrastructure improvements and financial gains during the depression era. The Chamber was also involved in bringing the Olympics back to L.A. in 1984. 9 In 1927, World Trade Week was initiated by Chamber staff member Stanley T. Olafson as a means of increasing community support for foreign trade. BOLD IN BUSINESS FOR 125 YEARS 1 9 7 2 6 5 3 4 8 THURSDAY FEB. 7, 2013 5:30 p.m. JW Marriott at L.A. Live For more information and to RSVP, visit lachamber.com/inauguraldinner. For sponsorship information, contact Lee Ligons at 213.580.7523 or [email protected]. PRESENTING Civic Medal of Honor Michael "Mickey" Kantor Corporate Leadership Award University of Southern California Distinguished Business Leader Thomas Priselac President & CEO Cedars-Sinai Health System 2013 Board Chair Alan L. Rothenberg Chairman & CEO 1st Century Bank INSTALLING PRESENTED BY KOREAN AIR
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VOICEWinter 2013 · VOLUME 12 · ISSUE 1 A publication of the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce
Follow the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce on and at lachamber.com.
The L.A. Area Chamber has championed the needs of the business community and the citizens of the L.A. region for 125 years. From serving as the voice of the business community in the halls of government to promoting economic development and fostering collaboration throughout the community, the Chamber has worked to
ensure economic prosperity and a good quality of life in our region. In all our years as the region's leading business advocacy organization, we have never wavered from enterprising leadership, audacious visions and steady perseverance. Join us this year as we celebrate 125 years of being bold in business. Our past is bold and our future will be bolder.
1 The three most long-standing members of the Chamber are Woodbury University (1888), O’Melveny & Myers LLP (1894) and AT&T (1895). 2 In 1890, Frank Wiggins, a pioneer of L.A. development, joins Chamber staff as superintendent of exhibits. 3 L.A. became the most promoted city on the planet and its population climbed from 50,395 in 1890 to 1.2 million by 1930 — a 23 fold increase — led by the Chamber of Commerce. 4 Of the first six volunteer leaders of the Chamber board from 1888 to 1899, four listed their occupation as “Capitalist” in the L.A. Address Directory. 5 Over the last 125 years more than 25,000 citizens
have given their time as volunteers for Chamber efforts as members of the board, committees, councils and special task forces. 6 Less than a month after its founding in October 1888, the Chamber heard a presentation about the need to create a deep water harbor to connect the city to the rest of the world. The next 25 years saw the Chamber advocate and lead efforts to create a world class harbor in San Pedro — now the busiest container port in the world and an ongoing effort of the Chamber. 7 Chamber boosters recognized that the L.A. River could not supply
enough water to grow the city of their dreams so over the course of 60 years, three aqueducts totaling more than 1,000 miles in length were
constructed with Chamber help — The Los Angeles Aqueduct (1913), The Colorado River Aqueduct (1941) and the California Aqueduct of the State Water Project (1971). 8 The Chamber was largely responsible for bringing the Olympic Games to L.A. in 1932. The games brought lasting infrastructure improvements and financial gains during the depression era. The Chamber was also involved in bringing the Olympics back to L.A. in 1984. 9 In 1927, World Trade Week was initiated by Chamber staff member Stanley T. Olafson as a means of increasing community support for foreign trade.
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For more information and to RSVP, visit lachamber.com/inauguraldinner. For sponsorship information, contact Lee Ligons at 213.580.7523 or [email protected].
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Civic Medal of HonorMichael "Mickey" Kantor
Corporate Leadership AwardUniversity of Southern California
Distinguished Business LeaderThomas PriselacPresident & CEOCedars-Sinai Health System
2013 Board ChairAlan L. RothenbergChairman & CEO1st Century Bank
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PRESENTED BY KOREAN AIR
Chamber VOICE is a quarterly publication of the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce 350 S. Bixel St., Los Angeles, CA 90017.
For membership information, contact the Chamber at 213.580.7592 or visit lachamber.com.
The Chamber VOICE is produced by the L.A. Area Chamber Marketing & Communications department in conjunction with Chamber Staff.
Mandy Denaux, Director of Marketing & Communications, 213.580.7532, [email protected]
Monika Medina, Senior Interactive Marketing Manager, 213.580.7516, [email protected]
Alejandro Guzmán, Communications Manager, 213.580.7544, [email protected]
Meghan Long, Creative & Design Manager, 213.580.7548, [email protected]
Amber Wilson, Marketing & Communications Coordinator, 213.580.7588, [email protected]
Chamber Senior Staff
Gary Toebben, President & CEO, 213.580.7525, [email protected]
David Eads, Executive Vice President & COO, 213.580.7546, [email protected]
Benjamin Stilp, Vice President of Finance and Administration & CFO, 213.580.7521, [email protected]
David Rattray, SVP of Education & Workforce Development, 213.580.7515, [email protected]
Carlos J. Valderrama, SVP of Global Initiatives, 213.580.7570, [email protected]
Ruben Gonzalez, VP of Public Policy & Political Affairs, 213.580.7568, [email protected]
Brian K. Williams, VP of Leadership Programs, 213.580.7577, [email protected]
Lee Ligons, VP of Business Development, 213.580.7523, [email protected]
Michelle Attebery, Director of Events, 213.580.7585, [email protected]
Jessica Duboff, Director of Public Policy, 213.580.7558, [email protected]
Event HighlightsSAT | JAN. 26Cash for College Super Saturday Workshops
THU | FEB. 7Inaugural Dinner | 125th Anniversary
Join more than 1,200 business and civic leaders at the Chamber’s must-attend event. This year's dinner will kickoff our 125th Anniversary celebration.We will install 2013 Board Chair Alan Rothenberg, chairman & CEO of 1st Century Bank, and recognize other distinguished honorees at the JW Marriott at L.A. Live. Contact Michelle Attebery, 213.580.7585 or [email protected].
The Chamber's Cash for College team is recruiting volunteers to help high school seniors fill out financial aid applications during the Super Saturday workshops held throughout L.A. County on Jan. 26. Volunteers from all backgrounds are welcome and the Chamber will provide you with the training needed. Contact Paola Santana, 213.580.7586 or [email protected].
Want to know what’s coming up at the Chamber? Visit lachamber.com/events to view and register for upcoming events. Below are some key signature events you don’t want to miss:
Calendar of EventsBold Past, Bold Future
The L.A. Area Chamber was founded at a meeting that took place in a livery stable at the corner of First Street and Broadway.
Increase your organization’s visibility in Los Angeles and gain new customers by advertising in the L.A. Area Chamber’s publications and website. Advertising with the Chamber is available exclusively to Chamber members.
Contact Monika Medina, 213.580.7516 or [email protected].
MON-WED | MARCH 11-13ACCESS Washington, D.C. — Los Angeles on the HillJoin the Chamber for our annual trip to our nation’s capitol, where more than 200 business leaders and public officials convene to advocate for Southern California. Participants meet with members of Congress and the president’s administration on key issues. Contact Jessica Duboff, 213.580.7558 or [email protected].
NOW RECRUITINGLeadership L.A.
The Leadership L.A. fellowship has been helping L.A.’s up-and-coming leaders expand their influence for 25 years. Individuals who are becoming increasingly active in community leadership roles are encouraged to apply. The early application deadline is Friday, Jan. 11. Contact April Tam, 213.580.7526 or [email protected].
“We need our economy to grow now more than ever. The L.A. Jobs PAC has been dedicated in
moving us forward and continues to do so.”— Peter Whitton, Whitton Industries, LLC
To get involved or learn more, contact Ruben Gonzalez, 213.580.7568 or [email protected].
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his year marks the 125th anniversary of the Los
Since 1888, when L.A.’s population was 50,000, the Chamber has championed economic opportunities for the business community and the citizens of the L.A. region. As you’ll see throughout this issue, the Chamber’s leadership has taken many forms — from serving as the voice of business and a major advocate for the region in the halls of government, to promoting economic development and education reform — all in an effort to ensure economic prosperity and quality of life.
As we celebrate 125 years of leadership, the Chamber is charging full-speed ahead with bold plans for vibrancy and economic growth.
This spring, nine of the 15 Los Angeles City Council seats will be up for election, with seven of those having no incumbent. Through our L.A. Jobs Political Action Committee, the Chamber will work aggressively to elect pro-jobs candidates who will boldly advocate to make Los Angeles more welcoming to new and existing businesses.
Additionally, the Chamber, through our Fix LAX Now Coalition, will champion investments to modernize LAX and reestablish our leadership in international and domestic air travel. We will also champion BNSF Railway Company's Southern California Gateway proposal to take trucks off the 710 freeway and reduce emissions.
Our top priority at the State level is to reduce the time it takes to implement job-creating investments in California by modernizing the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The goal is to preserve the original intent of the law while stamping out abuses and delays for non-environmental reasons. These changes will allow California to remain a leader in environmental stewardship, while at the same time promoting new job creating investments and new infrastructure.
We look forward to working with you to make 2013 a year of prosperity in Los Angeles. Thank you for your commitment, vision and continued support of our 125-year partnership to build a better Los Angeles.
Sincerely,
Gary L. ToebbenPresident & CEOLos Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce
TAngeles Area Chamber of Commerce. As we celebrate the bold and triumphant successes of this region’s business community, we will also be looking forward to the initiatives that will drive Los Angeles’ economic growth into the future.
The story of the small Spanish pueblo that grew into the nation’s second largest city is one of inspired leadership and vision. Likewise, the history of the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce is one of enterprising leaders, bold foresight and perseverance.
Chamber members presented a resolution to Congress proposing the construction of a deep-water port in San Pedro in 1890. page
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10 ways the Chamber helped your businessYour investment in the Chamber helps us build a stronger economy and quality of life in the region. Here are a few ways we helped improve L.A. business:
Spearheaded statewide effort for CEQA reform
The Chamber and other business organizations are urging the California Legislature to make responsible and thoughtful improvements to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to preserve the original intent of the law — environmental protection — while stamping out abuses for non-environmental reasons. The Chamber met with State Sen. Michael Rubio, incoming chair of the Senate Environmental Quality Committee, on his plans to modernize CEQA in the 2013 legislative session. "Meaningful reform should provide greater certainty to everyone, reduce timelines, focus on compliance and preserve the right of participation for citizens," said Rubio at the Chamber. Chamber President & CEO Gary Toebben is the Southern California co-chair of a statewide coalition on CEQA modernization.Bottom line: Action on CEQA modernization is one of the biggest steps the state Legislature can take to improve our economy and our environment at a faster pace.
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ADVOCATED FOR BUSINESS AT L.A. CITY HALL. Chamber President & CEO Gary Toebben discusses important business issues at the 2012 ACCESS L.A. City Hall advocacy event in October.
HANDED OUT CASH FOR COLLEGE. Educators and business leaders helped award students with scholarship money at the Cash for College Family Night in October.
10 Joins mayor on trade mission to South America
The Chamber participated in the planning, development and execution of a nine-day trade mission to Chile, Brazil and Colombia, led by Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. The delegation included local business leaders, along with executives from the Port of Los Angeles, Los Angeles World Airports and the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board to tap into fresh markets for economic growth in Los Angeles. Bottom line: The Chamber places a high priority on helping businesses expand their opportunities for international trade.
Championed pension reform
The Chamber supported AB 340, which will save State taxpayer dollars through the capping of benefits for new hires, increasing the retirement age and requiring new state employees to pay at least half of their pension costs. The Chamber also supported the pension reform proposal recommended by the L.A. City Administrative Officer and endorsed the major pension reform overhaul written by former L.A. Mayor Richard Riordan.Bottom line: The Chamber will continue to champion initiatives to address this growing expenditure in all government budgets.
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The Chamber testified in support of NBCUniversal’s Evolution Project, which was given unanimous approval by the L.A. City Council. The 20-year project represents a $1.6 billion investment in L.A., which will create more than 30,000 jobs during construction and operations. The Chamber also testified before numerous committees in support of the University of Southern California’s 20-year plan for University Village, which was unanimously approved by the L.A. City Council in December.Bottom line: Quality development projects create good jobs for our region.
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4 Advocated on behalf of small business
The Chamber strongly opposed the franchise trash system passed by L.A. City Council in November. The proposal will raise costs, destroy dozens of small businesses, eliminate hundreds of jobs and create a new bureaucracy in Los Angeles. The Chamber testified in favor of a non-exclusive franchise system, which would maintain competition and consumer choice. Bottom line: The Chamber is a consistent voice for small business against additional regulations at L.A. City Hall.
2 Launched new Small Business Development Center
The Chamber’s new Small Business Development Center (SBDC), in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration, is part of the Chamber’s emerging commerce initiative to assist new technology companies in Los Angeles. This SBDC is the first in the L.A. region with a specific industry focus.Bottom line: The Chamber is focusing more resources on the growth of new and emerging technology companies in L.A.
1 Advocated for job creation at L.A. City Hall
More than 300 business leaders converged at L.A. City Hall for the Chamber’s annual ACCESS L.A. City Hall event. Chamber members heard from City Controller Wendy Greuel, City Attorney Carmen Trutanich and City Council President Herb J. Wesson Jr., and called on them to focus on issues to create jobs and strengthen the economy. In conjunction with the event, the Chamber released the Los Angeles City Council Districts: 2012 Economic Report, which breaks down economic trends and figures by council district. Bottom line: The Chamber is sending the message to the L.A. City Council that job creation should be the highest priority.
SUPPORTED PENSION REFORM. The Chamber joined legislators and fellow business organizations as Gov. Jerry Brown signed the bipartisan pension reform bill, AB 340 in September.
At the Power Hour Speakers Series, NCAA President Mark Emmert discussed the organization’s efforts to embrace academics and to also protect and sustain the collegiate student-athlete model.
Supported separation of LAX’s North Airfield
The Chamber initiated the Coalition to Fix LAX NOW. This group of Los Angeles business and labor organizations has pledged its support to the modernization of the Los Angeles International Airport. The Coalition supports Los Angeles World Airports’ recommendation to add a 260' separation to the runways on the North Airfield. The coalition has urged the Board of Airport Commissioners to adopt this recommendation and present it to the L.A. City Council and the County of Los Angeles for approval.Bottom line: After nearly 20 years of studies and delays, our elected officials must make the necessary decisions to build a 21st century airport at LAX.
5 Helped more than 10,000 students get access to Cash for College
Thousands of students and families attended financial aid and college life workshops at the 11th Annual Cash for College: College & Career Convention at the Los Angeles Convention Center. College and career representatives discussed available resources to help students and their families pay for college. The Chamber, UNITE-LA and other local Cash for College partners presented scholarships to local students.Bottom line: A skilled and highly trained workforce is vital to the future of L.A.’s economy.
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IN SEPTEMBER … "This is a once in a lifetime chance to remake LAX. This is not just an airport – it's a storied brand that means something to the world," said Gina Marie Lindsey, executive director of Los Angeles World Airports at the Chamber's Aviation Subcommittee meeting. California State Controller John Chiang spoke about the budget deficits the State has had for many years at the Accenture Pancakes & Politics Breakfast Speaker Series. "We need a pipeline for a quality workforce and there's no chamber in the United States that does a better job of that than the L.A. Area Chamber," said L.A. City Councilmember Eric Garcetti at a Chamber Board of Directors meeting. IN OCTOBER … "California is driving international business through continuous technological innovation,” said Paul Oliva, deputy director, International Affairs and Business Development, California Governor's Office of Business & Economic Development at the Global Initiatives Council. Jim Brulte, former Minority Leader in both the California State Senate and Assembly, and Garry South, communications advisor provided insight into the November presidential election at the Accenture Pancakes & Politics Breakfast Speaker Series. Director of the L.A. County Department of Regional Planning Richard Bruckner gave an update on the L.A. County General Plan at the Land Use, Construction & Housing Council. Doug Rauch, former president of Trader Joe's, offered tips for building successful brands at the Power Hour Speakers Series. Drew Furedi, executive director of talent management, Los Angeles Unified School District, talked about teacher evaluations at the Chamber's Education & Workforce Development Council. IN NOVEMBER … "Marketing is not just putting an ad in the paper with a phone number and hoping people call you. It's establishing a relationship and brand so that people don't need an ad to know you're there," said Stan Kasten, president & CEO of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Inc., at the Chamber Board of Directors meeting. Sarah Shaw, JMB Realty Corporation - Century City Center, shared updates on the proposed Century City Center at the Land Use, Construction & Housing meeting. "California health providers are the Marine Corps of this country's health system. The best and most effective," said Robert Ross, president & CEO of The California Endowment, at the Health Care Council meeting. Teri Thompson, Rocky Peak Enterprises, LLC and adjunct professor at Woodbury University, discussed how social media can transform “conversation into currency” at the Chamber's Connection Point Series finale. Dr. Ira Kalish, Deloitte LLP provided a 2013 Global Outlook at the Global Initiatives Council meeting. "Don't wait to expand overseas...Globalization is here and real, and it needs to be treated as such," said Rachid Sayouty, Los Angeles Export Assistance Center, U.S. Department of Commerce, at the 2012 Annual Small Business Summit. IN DECEMBER … "The goal is not to have the best players on the court, but the best students who happen to play basketball," said NCAA President Mark Emmert at the Power Hour Speakers Series.
Don’t miss out on any action – go to lachamber.com/events for a calendar of upcoming speakers and events.
7 Supported water rate increase to maintain a quality water supply
The Chamber supported the Los Angeles Department of Water & Power’s (DWP) proposal to increase rates by about 11 percent. The Chamber’s Board of Directors agreed that the increases were necessary to allow the DWP to comply with federal and state mandates, replace our aging infrastructure, ensure reliability and help L.A. meet our efficiency and renewable objectives. Bottom line: Making sure that L.A.’s water and power infrastructure remains current and reliable is important for those who live and work in Los Angeles.
(Photo courtesy of Assembly Speaker John A. Perez’s office)
In 1946 the Chamber fought for legislation to finance the construction of a freeway system for Los Angeles.
Discover the L.A. Waterfront at the Port of Los Angeles
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Education & Workforce Development Alberto Mier y TeránUnivision Communications, Inc.
Emerging CommerceSteve NissenNBCUniversal
Energy, Water & Environmental SustainabilityThomas McHenryGibson Dunn
Gov’t & Fiscal AffairsJerry NeumanSheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton, LLP
Health CareAugustavia HaydelL.A. Care Health Plan
Land Use, Construction & HousingEdward CaseyAlston & Bird LLP
Transportation & Goods MovementMaureen HayesParsons Corporation
Global InitiativesFrancisco UribeThe Home Depot
Small Business CouncilBrandon ShamimBeacon Management Group
For a complete list of Council Co-Chairs, visit lachamber.com.
2013 Chamber Council ChairsIntroducing
1 I have been an academic for most of my adult life and during that time I’ve collected many books throughout my career. The ones on my bookcase are organized by section including leadership, competitive strategy, international business
and doing business in Southeast Asia. Almost every other day I reference a book from there.
2 This book (“Never Give Up” by Don Hawkins) never leaves my desk. After I was inaugurated as president in October, the author of this book sent me his book with a letter of congratulations. I use that letter as a bookmark, where it stays on page 121. There are so many challenges in this position and when I’m having a bad day or a problem arises, I glance at the quote on that page: “Waiting on the Lord involves doing everything I can do – and leaving everything I can’t do up to Him.”
3 I have been a member of Vistage, a CEO peer group network, since 2009. Once a month
we meet to discuss issues and I get free consulting advice from non-competitors. It’s really the best day of the month for me. I would not have become president of Woodbury if not for the great advice from my Vistage peers.
4 When Jerry Garcia was asked to explain the secret
to success, he said: “We did not try to be the best at what we do but the only ones who do it.” I used that quote in my inauguration speech. My strategic goal for the University is to fill in the blank on this statement: Woodbury is the only University that does “blank.”
In the Office of Dr. Luís Ma. R. Calingo
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Each quarter we’ll get a peek inside the office of some of L.A.’s most prominent business leaders. This quarter we visited with new Chamber Board Member Dr. Luís Ma. R. Calingo, Woodbury University’s 13th president, at his office on campus.
Photo by ImageActive
5 I received this certificate for my volunteer work as a member of the Board of Examiners for the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which is organized by The National
Institute of Standards and Technology, an agency of the U.S. Department of
Commerce. I spend about 120 volunteer hours a year on this, which includes traveling
overseas. My involvement overseas has opened the doors to being acquainted with leading Universities abroad and has led to education partnerships.
6 I was a founding member and the first director of the Ukleja Center of Ethical Leadership at California State University, Long Beach. The center exposes students to society and teaches them that you can be ethical and honorable, and still be profitable. I consider the development of Ukleja a capstone accomplishment in my career.
California Environment Quality Act (CEQA) ModernizationCEQA was enacted over 40 years ago, prior to the 120 environmental protection laws we have today. It was originally intended to ensure that development projects meet environmental standards. However, the law is often abused to stop projects for political reasons wholly unrelated to the environment. The Chamber is the Southern California lead on a business and stakeholder coalition advocating statewide for legislation to fix CEQA so that it allows job growth and economic development while living up to its original intent.
Statewide Pension ReformAcross our state, local officials are facing growing pension obligations and crippling budget shortfalls that are forcing cuts in libraries, parks, public safety and other services. The Chamber strongly supports Gov. Jerry Brown’s 12-point plan for pension reform, which if fully implemented, is estimated to have an impact between $4 and $11 billion over 30 years. Though the Legislature passed some of the recommendations in the 2012 session, we urge further action.
Big dreams for a bold L.A.
or 125 years, the L.A. Area Chamber has championed L.A.’s Fport, international airport, water system, entertainment
industry and freeway system. We asked members of the
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SUPPORTBUSINESS ADVOCACY PRIORITIES
STATEWIDE POLITICAL REFORM
Reforming the City of L.A.'s Uncompetitive Business Tax The City of Los Angeles levies a gross receipts tax on most businesses, making L.A. the second-highest taxed city in L.A. County and near the top of all major U.S. cities. The Chamber successfully advocated for the creation of a new business tax reform commission at City Hall, which has recommended a 15-year simplification and phase-out plan for the tax. The Chamber successfully advocated for approval of the first phase of the plan in a City Council committee and is pushing for the adoption of the plan by the full Council.
Los Angeles International Airport ModernizationLAX is a $60 billion annual economic engine for our region and supports thousands of local jobs. Progress in modernizing outdated terminals for a better passenger experience is under way, but there is still a pressing need to reconfigure the two northern runways for greater passenger safety and to accommodate the new generation of larger, cleaner and quieter aircraft. The Chamber will advocate for the adoption of the Specific Plan Amendment Study report recommendation that the North Runway be moved 260 feet north.
Local Ports & Goods MovementThe Port of Los Angeles is a $50 billion per year economic engine, and supporting pro-customer priorities and infrastructure improvements are essential to maintaining the port as the nation's busiest complex, particularly as we near the opening of the widened Panama Canal in 2014. The Chamber advocates for expediting terminal improvement projects, including near-dock rail, ensuring an economically feasible clean air action plan and opposing mandates or new fees on port customers.
Transportation Infrastructure InvestmentThe Chamber will advocate for the implementation of the reforms and initiatives in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) legislation to benefit our local Measure R projects. With the close loss of the Measure J tax extension, the Chamber will work with Metro on exploring alternative options to continue to accelerate projects, thereby creating jobs, relieving congestion and improving the quality of life in Los Angeles.
BUSINESS CLIMATE
REGIONAL ECONOMIC ENGINES
L.A. City Budget Crisis & Public Pension ReformToday, the pension crisis is the single greatest financial threat to the City's solvency. Unfunded pension liability and growing pension contributions affect local businesses through reduced City services and higher taxes and fees. The City Council and the mayor have taken initial steps to deal with pension obligations, but much more action is needed. The Chamber supports reforms to the City's budget process that includes: (1) major pension reform; (2) focus on the delivery of essential city services; (3) privatization of nonessential city functions; and (4) strengthening the reserve fund.
GOVERNANCE & FISCAL REFORM
Home for Good – a Partnership with United Way of Greater Los AngelesThe Chamber and the United Way of Greater Los Angeles formed the Business Leaders' Task Force and launched the Home For Good project — a five-year strategic plan to end chronic and veteran homelessness in Los Angeles via permanent supportive housing (PSH). Placing a chronically homeless individual in PSH costs taxpayers 42 percent less than when they are living on the street.
2013 Election Races in Los AngelesThis year is an unprecedented election for the City of Los Angeles with open seats for mayor, city controller, city attorney and seven City Council seats. This is the opportunity for the business community to weigh in on these races and change the face of public policy in the City of Los Angeles. The L.A. Jobs Political Action Committee, sponsored by the Chamber, will focus on supporting candidates who stand for job creation, business investment and fiscal solvency.
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L.A. JOBS PAC
Helping California Community College Students Succeed The Chamber celebrated an important victory for education after Gov. Jerry Brown signed Senate Bill 1456 (Lowenthal), the California Community Colleges: Student Success Act of 2012, which will dramatically improve completion rates among community college students. The Chamber will be a leader in implementing the changes and helping students — including immigrant students — become college-educated and prepared for a 21st century economy.
Supporting Linked Learning and K-12 EducationThe Chamber strongly supports the Linked Learning approach that brings together strong academics, demanding technical education and real-world experience. Gov. Jerry Brown's signing of SB 1070 (Steinberg) is a major victory as it will provide more resources to Linked Learning sites throughout the state. Implementing SB 1458 (Steinberg), signed into law, is another top priority and would include college and career measures in the state school accountability system, the Academic Performance Index (API). Another key legislative issue for 2013 includes increasing opportunities for student internships.
Investing in Early EducationThe Chamber supports efforts to maintain funding for early childhood education and policies that continue integrating California’s quality early education system, which will improve our region's and state's early childhood education programs. The Chamber will support policies that promote the development of a seamless system of education from infancy through grade 12 and support efforts to ensure a skilled early childhood education workforce to support the growth of young learners.
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The Chamber partners with the Los Angeles Unified School District in 1973 to create the “First Break Program” to offer graduation from high school. page
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Maureen HayesSenior Vice President, Regional Development ExecutiveParsons Corporation
“My dream is for a better future for regional transportation connectivity in the L.A. basin and beyond. The Chamber has to lead the way in creating, supporting and assisting with the implementation of transportation policies and programs. Things like high speed and commuter rail connections, LAX modernization, new and improved Metro systems, and anything to help alleviate traffic gridlock on our freeways and streets will all help to create a more vibrant economy.
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My main project over the next several months, which aligns with the Chamber’s goals, is to help the City of Los Angeles regain its financial footing through meaningful public pension reform, thereby restoring business confidence in our city’s future as THE place to locate, grow and expand.
David FlemingPartnerLatham & Watkins LLP
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S. Keith HinkleSenior Vice President for Advancement and Public AffairsPepperdine University
“ Let’s again make Los Angeles a great place to start and grow a business. In fact, here’s a crazy idea: as the Chamber turns 125 years young, let’s advocate for businesses that build things the nation and world want and need. We must signal to the world that we value the inherent well-being that comes from a vibrant and robust business community. To not do so, I fear, is to make Los Angeles the 21st century Detroit.
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Focus on Southern California Leadership Network:
Fellowship to launch in 2013
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“We are fortunate to live in such a richly diverse community,” said Brian K. Williams, Chamber vice president of leadership programs and executive director of the Southern California Leadership Network (SCLN). “And with that comes the opportunity to foster leadership skills in these communities of new Americans.”
Starting this spring, the Southern California Leadership Network will launch the New American Leaders Fellowship (NALF), which will develop the leadership skills of Southern California’s first- and second-generation Americans.
Los Angeles County is the most populated County in the nation, and also one of the most diverse. With more immigrant residents than anywhere in the nation, L.A. is a hotbed for first and second generation Americans.
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Education reform — a Chamber traditionSpotlight on education:
Scenes from some of the Chamber’s key events in 2012
Chamber Snapshots 1. Business leaders gathered at the Chamber’s fourth annual The Americas Business Forum – Creating Jobs Through Exports event at the University of California, Los Angeles in September. From left to right: Chamber Senior Vice President of Global Initiatives Carlos J. Valderrama; Ambassador Charles Ford, U.S. Commerce assistant secretary and director general; and Chamber President & CEO Gary Toebben. (ImageActive) 2. The Chamber, UNITE-LA and other local Cash for College partners presented $40,000 in scholarships to local students during the 11th annual College & Career Convention at the Los Angeles Convention Center on Oct. 3 and 4. 3. Shawnda Whittaker, Deloitte LLP, shadowed Christian Quintero, Los Angeles School of Global Studies, as part of Principal for a Day on Oct 12. The event, organized by Pillar, a partnership between the Chamber and the Los Angeles Unified School District, connects industry professionals with local school administrators for an exchange of ideas and resources in an effort to build lasting partnerships that benefit students. (Rich Schmitt Photography)
e know what it takes to compete for the jobs and industries of our time,” President Barack Obama said during his State of the Union address in 2011. “We need to out-innovate, out-educate and out-build the rest of the world.”
This message speaks volumes for the Chamber — an advocate for Los Angeles' education system since the early 1920s when it formed its first education committee.
The Chamber showed interest in a well-educated citizenry from the very beginning, said Richard Nordin, vice president of university advancement for Woodbury University — a Chamber founding member.
“This began in a variety of ways including changing how school board members were elected by supporting district-wide elections, and supporting numerous bond issues to invest money in schools,” Nordin, a Chamber historian, said. “You had people who came to Los Angeles from all over the country and they came with a bias deeply in favor of education.”
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The Chamber’s passion for education has provided local schools with a strong advocate in Sacramento and Washington, D.C. “When you walk into an elected official’s office and express the business community’s concerns, it makes a difference,” Nordin said. “They expect to hear from teachers or school administrators, but when the business community talks about these issues we get listened to on both sides of the aisle, which is part of our historical nonpartisan approach.”
That kind of support earned big victories over the last decade as the Chamber supported school bond measures financing a $20 billion facility program to relieve overcrowding in schools.
“We helped get campuses built for the district,” said Chamber Senior Vice President of Education & Workforce Development David Rattray. “This was the largest effort in the country in one decade to transform the face of education as far as facilities go.”
In 2003, the Chamber partnered with UNITE-LA to launch a number of education and workforce development efforts, including Cash for College, L.A. Youth at Work and Principal for a Day.
In February 2010, the Chamber convened L.A.’s business, education, civic and nonprofit worlds to create the L.A. Compact for a signed commitment to work toward three goals: making sure all students graduate from high school; have access to and are prepared for success in college; and have access to sustainable careers.
"For that large task, the entire L.A. community needed to come together," said Rattray, who is also president of UNITE-LA. The L.A. Compact calls for an improved education system that supports students on pathways to successful careers, starting in the very early stages of life and continuing through high school and college.
Businesses looking to get involved can sign on as supporters of the Compact; align their community and philanthropic investments with the Compact's goals; join the Chamber’s education council; support the regional Stem Hub; provide internship opportunities for high school students; and support college scholarships.
“With the business community onboard, our vision can come to fruition by 2025 where every young person — regardless of race, color, creed, social economic and immigration status — can experience the career of their choice that’s rewarding and economically successful,” said Rattray. Since the creation of the L.A. Compact, LAUSD graduation rates have increased from 52 percent to 64 percent in three years.
The end game, Rattray said, is for every company to find homegrown talent in L.A. and as a result, power our economy.
“As a first generation American, I believe that the New American Leaders Fellowship will be of tremendous value,” said Graciela Meibar, vice president of global diversity, Mattel, Inc. and 2012 graduate of Leadership L.A. “It is important to understand the dynamics of the city that is now your home, and the program will be an ideal jumpstart to the inner workings of government and business, and to also see how it all fits from a national and global perspective.”
The goal of the fellowship is to create a diverse group of well-informed stakeholders to secure Southern California’s future success and well being.
“Our country is a nation of immigrants and a leadership program for first- and second-generation Americans can be a powerful investment for the future of America,” said Hyepin Im, president and CEO of Korean Churches for Community Development. “Each community has so much to offer but often times they are not connected or empowered.”
The development of NALF came about after SCLN received feedback from attendees of SCLN’s Global Connections dinner series, which highlights cultural, economic and political characteristics of Southern California’s immigrant communities. Participants, many of them graduates of one of SCLN’s current leadership fellowships, expressed the need for a fellowship that provides new Americans with the tools and networking opportunities to capitalize on their growing influence in California.
“I have seen the terrible consequences and the cost to our society when new residents feel they have no stake in the community and decide to check out,” said Im, a SCLN Board member and 1997 Leadership South California graduate. “At the same time, I have also witnessed the powerful transformation of individuals and communities once they experience engagement and empowerment as a stakeholder. I am looking forward to what this fellowship will mean for our region.”
Abraham Carons, Bank of America Merrill Lynch and a 2009 graduate of Leadership Southern California, has had a long-standing interest in getting the African community involved in the political, civic and economic process in Southern California.
“Leadership representation in culturally diverse communities inspires active participation in local issues, entrepreneurship and the policy making in Southern California,” said Carons.
Grant funding is being provided by the California Community Foundation and the California Endowment to implement NALF.
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Learn more by visiting leadershipnetwork.org or contact Simon Flores, 213.580.7547 or [email protected].
To sign on as a business supporter of the L.A. Compact, visit lacompact.org or contact Carrie Shapton, 213.580.7591, or [email protected].
The Chamber played a key role in promoting the first international air meet in the United States at Dominguez field – a quarter of a million spectators attended. page
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4. L.A. City Council President Herb J. Wesson, Jr. addresses 300 business leaders at L.A. City Hall on Oct. 17 for the Chamber's annual ACCESS L.A. City Hall event. 5. In October, Chamber members heard from former Trader Joe’s President Doug Rauch at the Power Hour Series. From left to right: Chamber Board Member Deane Leavenworth, Time Warner Cable; Bob Kasai, Time Warner Cable Business; Chamber Board Chair Karen Hathaway, LAACO Ltd./Los Angeles Athletic Club; and Rauch. (David Ng Photography) 6. The Southern California Leadership Network honored leaders who are inspiring change in the Southern California region during its annual Southern California Visionaries Awards on Dec. 4 at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel. From left to right: Kimberly Freeman, Southern California Gas Company, a Sempra Energy utility; Chet Pipkin, Belkin International, Inc.; Chamber Vice President of Leadership Program Brian K. Williams; Amelia Williamson, Magic Johnson Foundation; and Lucy Dunn, president & CEO, Orange County Business Council. (ImageActive)
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Leading the way for 125 years and into the futurehe Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce has a bold past and is committed to building a dynamic, broad-based economy. Since 1888 the
Chamber has been leading the way as Southern California developed into the economic powerhouse that it is today.T
The Chamber has been a strong advocate for all area colleges and played a key role in the creation of University of California's southern branch, now known as the University of California, Los Angeles.
In 1958 the Chamber helped bring the Dodgers to Los Angeles and helped build Dodger Stadium in 1962.
During the 1890s, the Chamber convinced Congress to allocate money to build a deep water port.
In 1910, the Chamber sponsored the first air show in the region and championed the growth of the aviation industry and the Los Angeles International Airport.
The Chamber was the first promotional organization for L.A. County and has continuously advocated for attractions to draw visitors.
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4th highestin attendance among the 30 Major League Baseball teams in 2012, with more than 3.3 million fans in attendence
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2.9 million jobscreated from trade at the San Pedro Bay Ports in 2011
294,400 jobsgenerated by visitor spending in L.A. County with economic output of more than $39.7 billion
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Face to face:
Los Angeles City Councilmember Mitchell EnglanderThe L.A. Area Chamber speaks with a civic leader on issues affecting the business community in the L.A. region.
his quarter we spoke with District T12 Councilmember Mitchell Englander about his stance on business issues and what he foresees in the future for Los Angeles.
You have recently agreed with the business community on important issues including the waste hauling franchise proposal and the Walmart in Chinatown Interim Control Ordinance. Why do issues like these matter?
Councilmember Englander: The exclusive trash franchise proposal would be uncompetitive, and would result in higher trash hauling rates for residents and businesses, and offer less choice.
Regarding the Walmart in Chinatown, I do not believe it is fair or responsible to write laws to single out or block one specific business just because some in the city leadership disagree with their labor practices as a private sector company. I have the only two Walmart stores in my Council District in the Northwest San Fernando Valley. They have been good community partners, have integrated into the community and they offer a very valuable resource for families in our community to buy low-cost groceries and consumer goods. The residents of downtown badly need more places to buy quality food and goods at low prices. Additionally, the Chinatown location has been vacant for years and no other business has been willing to move into that location.
What issues are you working on that are of interest to the business community?
Councilmember Englander: Working to find more ways to create public-private partnerships so that some needs and services in the community can still be met by community based nonprofit organizations that often can provide the services better and at a lower cost. At the same time, that will allow us to focus the city on providing our most crucial core services: public safety, infrastructure, planning, parks and libraries. The budgetary and financial health of the City is crucial to the health of the business community. The business community relies on good streets and safe neighborhoods in order to function optimally. I am committed to improving the City’s financial health for the immediate and long term, and working to clear obstacles to the business community. I opposed the recent proposals for a series of tax increases, because they would have hurt families at a time they are still struggling due to the recession, and it would have hurt businesses which in turn would slow down our entire local economy.
One of your stated policy goals is to work to improve the business climate to help businesses thrive and create jobs – how are you trying to accomplish this?
Councilmember Englander: We need to help businesses thrive to create jobs and keep the economy moving. The City has to compete more aggressively to attract and retain businesses. We are in competition with other cities, states and even countries. I have assembled business strike teams to cut red tape and bureaucracy and reduce costs and hurdles for L.A. businesses.
I launched a series of Northwest Valley Business Roundtables, bringing together heads of businesses from the Chatsworth/Northridge Industrial Zone to meet with the Department of Water and Power and Building and Safety officials, the Valley Economic Development Center, the L.A. County Economic Development Corporation and other business development organizations. These roundtables provided information about water and energy saving incentive programs, employee training programs and information about how to take advantage of the Enterprise Zone in our District.
My Business Outreach Team conducts site visits to numerous companies in our Chatsworth/Northridge Industrial Zone. We created an extensive business outreach list and make regular cold calls to companies in our District every week to hear about ideas and challenges, and to build strong working relationships. We regularly provided businesses valuable information about incentives, small business training programs, loan programs and other City services. I also make frequent site visits to businesses in District 12 to see firsthand their operations, and to talk face-to-face with the owners, managers and employees about their challenges and successes, and how to work together to find ways to help make Los Angeles work for businesses.
I have introduced numerous pieces of business friendly legislation, including eliminating the gross receipts tax to keep car dealers and the jobs they create in L.A. and generate sales tax revenue for the City. I introduced a motion to expand the industrial zoning for uses allowed in the Chatsworth/Northridge Industrial Zone. Current zoning code had not been updated since the 1990s, requiring technology, manufacturing and green technology companies to go through a long and expensive variance process. I hosted a Valley Manufacturers Business Forum with over 100 San Fernando Valley manufacturing and industrial business leaders at
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“ We need to help businesses thrive to create jobs and keep the economy moving.
Chatsworth-based TIG/m Modern Street Railways, a manufacturer of trolley cars, to discuss ways the City and the business community can work together to boost economic growth and job creation in L.A. I also introduced an extension of the three-year business tax holiday for new businesses in L.A., adding that benefit for another three years.
In a couple of months L.A. will have a new mayor and several new councilmembers. What is your vision for the new council? How do you see your role changing as one of the more experienced Councilmembers?
Councilmember Englander: I will continue to be a voice for making L.A. a better place to do business by reducing obstacles, working to keep the City in good financial health and focusing on the City’s core services. I hope that this will be a good example for my incoming fellow elected leaders to follow. I look forward to creating partnerships with them to move the City forward.
How can the L.A. Area Chamber and business community help your office?
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Councilmember Englander: L.A. businesses can reach out to us for help, assistance, guidance or to build relationships, and tell us what their challenges, needs and concerns are. Businesses should participate in the community and the civic life of the City — attend public, community, Chamber and neighborhood council meetings. Businesses should participate in the community, and show the leadership and community that they play a crucial role in our society and are eager to form strong partnerships to work together for the common good.
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Focus on small business:
A neighborhood Italian restaurant finds strength in the community
“In 1994 the Northridge earthquake hit us hard. Our Woodland Hills location burned down. Our Sherman Oaks location was in disrepair. Our Encino store was the sole survivor,” said Alfano. “And we were just preparing to open our Northridge location, which surprisingly had no damage and was just one block away from the epicenter.”
Alfano’s business didn’t have earthquake insurance at the time, so the cash flow stopped. She couldn’t get bank loans, which meant she had to use her personal savings and ask for family loans. Alfano found the support and inspiration in her community to move forward.
“Our loyal employees worked together to get us back in business,” she said. “We also fed the neighbors who had lost their homes in a local park. Our neighborhood customers appreciated the love and loyalty we showed our community. I believe that is why we have been successful for the past 26 years and have grown to 10 locations.”
Beyond the 1994 earthquake, Alfano admits that growing Maria’s Italian Kitchen hasn’t come without its challenges, citing licenses and permits that need to be acquired to operate a restaurant.
“We have been working with the City to streamline the system for restaurant operators,” Alfano said. “There has been a significant increase in costs for utilities, licenses, fees and permits for small businesses.”
Maria’s Italian Kitchen has locations across L.A. County including Pasadena and Agoura Hills. Its newest location is in the financial district in downtown L.A. The restaurant has been a member of the L.A. Area Chamber since 2006.
“The Chamber gives us valuable information regarding changes in policy and gives us the opportunity to meet with policymakers,” Alfano said. “The Business After
In the 19th century, women had limited options in life, but some women didn’t let the biases of the day stop them. Enter into the picture, Harriet William Russell Strong.
Strong was the owner of El Ranchito del Fuerte – the former Pio Pico Property, she and her late husband bought in 1867. After his death in 1883, she became a prominent grower of walnuts and was a global entrepreneur selling Pampas Plums. She even had the German Kaiser as a regular customer for his imperial guard.
Beyond farming, Strong was a club woman — as prominent women were called back in the day — helping create the Ebell Club in 1894, and becoming its first president.
It shouldn’t be surprising that she also designed dams and flood control concepts, which were on exhibit at the 1893 Worlds Columbian Exposition in Chicago. She held a patent for her ideas, but it was mistakenly found filed under culinary ware in the patent office.
In July 1893, Strong, 49, became one of two women elected as members of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce.
Strong’s Chamber ties were deeply rooted. She was a Chamber member for 19 years and was the first woman delegate to the Chamber of Commerce of the United States, representing the Whittier and Los Angeles chambers.
Times have changed at the Chamber. In the last 15 years there have been four women
who have chaired the Chamber’s Board of Directors including 2012 Chair Karen Hathaway, president and managing partner, LAACO, LTD./Los Angeles Athletic Club, whose great grandfather, Frank Clarkson Garbutt was one of the Chamber founders in 1888.
Strong may have been one of the first women Chamber members, but hundreds of women have followed and continue to thrive.
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Hours Mixers are also a great way to introduce your business to other Chamber members. Being a Chamber member is a great way to get to know your community.”
Maria’s Italian Kitchen is just one of more than 10 million companies in the United States that are owned by women with 13 million people employed, according to the Center for Women’s Business Research. Women-owned businesses account for 40 percent of privately held businesses. And these days, more and more women are becoming entrepreneurs and taking the steps towards owning and operating their own businesses.
“Be passionate about your brand,” said Alfano, on what she would tell other women who are in the early stages of building their business. “Do your research on the competition and ask for advice from the Chamber and other business organizations.”
For more information on the Chamber’s small business programs, contact Pat Clark, 213.580.7595 or [email protected] or Bridget Netter, 213.580.7576 or [email protected].
Madelyn Alfano, the owner of Maria’s Italian Kitchen, has seen her business expand from just one restaurant to 10 locations over the course of more than 25 years. But one event shook her to the core and threatened the very foundation of her growing business.
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MON-WED | MARCH 11-13Join the Chamber for our annual trip to our nation’s capitol, where 200 business leaders and public officials will advocate for Southern California. Participants meet with members of Congress and the president’s administration on key issues.
Contact Jessica Duboff, 213.580.7558 or [email protected].
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Member AnniversariesCongratulations to our renewing members! We greatly appreciate your continued support and involvement. *Circle Level Members are in bold.
Welcome to the ChamberThanks to our new members who joined the Chamber during August, September, October and November. To learn more about membership benefits, call 213.580.7595.
Faces of the ChamberMembers talk about why they invest in the L.A. Area Chamber
“The L.A. Area Chamber has become an important part of building relationships and collaborating with businesses and neighborhoods.”
Mark KemptonProject DirectorSkanskaMember since 2011
Skanska is committed to being a responsible member of all the communities in which we operate, and part of being a responsible member of L.A.'s business community is engagement with the Chamber, an organization committed to the economic welfare of the region. As city-builders, our success is dependent on the economic welfare of our region. The infrastructure assets we construct help maintain the region’s economic engine. The Chamber gives us the opportunity to advocate for infrastructure improvements in Southern California.
“In the hospitality business, community is everything and collaborating with the L.A. Area Chamber empowers us to foster our connection with Los Angeles in a powerful manner.”
Sam Bakhshandehpour PresidentSBE Corporate Headquarters Member since 2009
Business is about much more than simply serving the bottom line and we firmly believe that we have a responsibility to support the L.A. community in any way we can. Partnering with the Chamber allows us to achieve that mission, which is ultimately very rewarding on a number of levels. We’ve joined forces with the Chamber on a number of community-driven initiatives over time and as a company, we’re committed to being a great partner of the Chamber for years to come.
“The L.A. Area Chamber provides me with rich opportunities throughout the year to partake in policy discussions with elected officials, with department heads and with fellow Chamber members who reflect a wide range of fields.”
Tessa CharnofskyGovernment Affairs ManagerFirst 5 LAMember since 2007
I am appreciative that the First 5 LA policy agenda has found a supportive partner in the Chamber, and specifically in the L.A. Compact, with regard to advancing early education and workforce priorities. I look forward to participating in ACCESS Washington, D.C. and ACCESS Sacramento this year, and in identifying common ground with fellow Chamber members as together we advocate for a stronger, more inclusive Los Angeles.
The Los Angeles Convention Center opens in 1971 through Chamber efforts.
“Leadership L.A. provides a unique platform to work directly with community members to help identify needs and visualize the transformative impact that cross-sector partnerships can have towards addressing such needs.”
Sally LeeVice President, Corporate ResponsibilityWarner Bros. EntertainmentMember since 2010
This past year I had the incredible opportunity to take part in Southern California Leadership Network’s Leadership L.A. fellowship, as supported by the Chamber. For 10 months, our class explored the various social issues facing the communities in which we live and work. It was truly a gift to have this type of access and exposure to help me understand how best to serve the beautiful City of Los Angeles.
“I joined the Chamber after belonging to other local chambers and immediately seeing that the L.A. Area Chamber is in a different league.”
Michele RuizPresident and Chief StrategistRuiz StrategiesMember since 2012
Participating in events and joining Chamber committees has been of tremendous value to our company. Being a member has opened up another avenue to build meaningful relationships and to develop collaborations, all with the invaluable support of the Chamber and its staff — positioning us for success! It’s one of the smartest strategic business decisions we’ve made.
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CBS OutdoorTim Fox323.222.7171Advertising/Outdoor
City of Los Angeles - Bureau of SanitationEnrique Zaldivar213.485.2304Waste Management
JMB Realty Corporation - Century City CenterSarah Shaw310.551.0077Real Estate/Developers
Kilroy Realty CorporationElizabeth A. Smagala310.481.8400Real Estate
TitanDonald Allman212.909.7645Advertising/Agencies
SILVER
213 VenturesCedd Moses213.817.5321Bar & Restaurant
CarolloLeneyde Chavez626.535.0180Engineers
Clear Channel AirportsJohn Moyer610.395.8002Advertising
Cox, Castle & Nicholson, LLP.Mario Camara, Esq.310.284.2200Attorneys
PXP - Plains Exploration & Production CompanyJohn Martini323.298.2200Petroleum/Exploration
BRONZE
AAA Rubbish, Inc.Phillip Kotanjian562.927.9669Recycling
Avym CorporationMark A. Flores213.355.3900Consultants/Health
BBCN BankJimmy Lee213.639.1700Financial Services
Benver GroupMordekai Loubove310.492.4320Developers
Brooks Kushman PCSanford Astor213.622.3003Attorneys
CareMore - Union Ave. Care CenterSandra Hill213.355.2600Health Care
LAPD - Police Activities League - Newton StationTammy Santangelo323.846.6529Community Organizations
Los Angeles Opportunities Industrialization CenterChris Floyd323.754.3116Training Programs
One World Apparel, LLCJuan Lopez213.222.1010Clothing/Wholesale & Manufacturers
Seasons 52 - Los AngelesMonica Challingsworth323.513.6789Restaurants/Full Service
Suffolk Construction Company, Inc.Daniel R. Dumke949.453.9400Contractors/General
The Afriat Consulting Group, Inc.Steven Afriat818.450.2771Public Relations/Lobbying
The ChadwickPauline M. Imamura213.380.4221Apartments
The Los Angeles Film SchoolCara L. Loebs323.860.0789Schools/Vocational
The PENTA Building GroupRonn Lansky661.286.1051Construction
The Phelps GroupAlex Perez310.752.4400Consultants/Marketing
VELAGrace Gonzalez323.263.4462Community Organizations
Winston & Strawn LLPHannah F. Robey213.615.1700Attorneys
WRA, Inc.Gabriel W. Olson415.454.8868Consultants/Environmental
STANDARD
Accurate Staging, Inc.Jose Cantu310.324.1040Event Management/Event Services
American Love Affair, LLCNoelle Nguyen888.705.1175Clothing/Retail - Apparel
AMF Business Solution, Inc.Kenneth Dai323.544.7776Consultants/Business
BestOcean Worldwide Logistics, Inc.Richard Wang909.861.6306Logistics Provider
Bilderberg MediaRichard Marshall323.477.5080Video & Film Production
Black Tie Studios, LLCCharles D. Lopez323.426.6139Video & Film Production
Boston Educational ServicesMichael S. Salenko818.887.3888Education/Services
C2 Education Brentwood CenterMiriam Han310.207.8222Education/Services
Chinatown WorkSource CenterAngelica Martin213.808.1700Staffing
College Summit Southern CaliforniaBrian Rosenbaum310.216.2701Education/Programs
Corporate Cinema CreativeMelissa Funaro818.648.1374Video & Film Production
The Coryell GroupSandi Coryell818.288.3483Consultants/Executive Coaching
Curt Darling SalonCurt Darling609.379.2881Hair Salon/Men & Women
Dedicated Developers, LLCAline Ghazarian213.394.9027Construction/Building Materials
Dinadan International TradingVictor Lam626.330.2210Manufacturers
Direct Payment SolutionsTiffane R. Stuckenschneider310.670.7299Credit and Debit Card Processing
Dixon Recovery InstituteRonda Dixon323.988.3744
Downtown L.A. CADA a.k.a. Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol & Drug AbuseBill Tarkanian213.626.6411
Elevate My BrandLaurel Kaufman818.263.6213Marketing and Design
Evike.com Inc.Maria Gao626.286.0360Retail/Specialty Items - Airsoft Products
Exquisite Family MortuaryReola M. Whitfield323.753.0788Cemeteries/Mortuaries
Fallingwater Consulting GroupChristopher C. Marino310.344.6984Consultants/International Trade
G&M Compliance, Inc.Jackie Wang714.628.1020Testing & Certification
Heal at Home CareCourtney Hogenson323.424.7335Health Care/Care Management & In Home Care
InfusionsoftDenny Morrow866.800.0004Business Solutions
IntuiShipSanjit Singh888.267.4382Logistics Provider
ISU - ARMAC Insurance ServicesJarrod McEachron760.241.7900Insurance/Brokers
Jumpstart for Young Children - Southern CaliforniaGary Jimenez213.387.8738Education
La Chapelle Financial ServicesWilliam La Chapelle888.858.7865Credit Services/Repair
Le KaChristina Hou213.688.3000Restaurants/Full Service
Nastec International, Inc.Sean Ben-Menahem818.222.0322Security
Northwest Capital Recovery GroupSteve Rhea866.545.0976Asset Recovery
Omega Graphics Printing, Inc.Sue Lee818.374.9189Printers
Ontario Intl. Marketing Centre/ Ontario, CanadaAlana Wagner213.346.2702International Trade
Optimis Corp.Todd Gatzow310.230.2780Health Care/Health & Wellness Products
Option A SEOEric Seropyan310.383.7819Advertising/Internet
Orantes Law Firm, P.C.Giovanni Orantes213.389.4362Attorneys
Organic CommunicationsLee K. Broekman818.212.9196Training Programs
Pacific Eurotex Corp.Hersel Neman213.747.5050Importers/Textiles
Pan American BankCesar Rosas323.264.3310Banks
Penske Truck LeasingJames Hathaway213.680.1125Transportation/Services
PHD Marketing, Inc.Suzie Yousif323.201.2285Distributors
Pratt Family Chiropractic and Wellness SpaDr. Kerri Pratt213.627.8431Chiropractor
Pressed Juicery - Downtown L.A./Cooper BuildingMichael Quaranta213.688.9700Beverages/Nutrition Products
Pro Best Carpet & Upholstery CleaningCathy Bora310.946.8541Carpet, Rug and Upholstery Cleaners
QuickITPros, Inc.Jacob Werner877.975.6972Information Technology/Services
Resource Solution of CaliforniaSchenae Rourk310.356.7619Consultants/Business
RootSky BooksAnubhav Tagore323.825.4494Publishers
SecuriTech GuardsMarianna Amirkjanyan800.992.4666Security
Sonic.netShannon Miller707.522.1000Telecommunications/Providers
Sotomayor LawRande Sotomayor626.791.5519Attorneys/Mediation Services
Standard Vision, LLCGeorgiana Tutunaru323.222.3630Advertising/Outdoor
StudleySonya B. Schmidt213.553.3833Consultants/Real Estate
TownSpot, Inc.Josh R. Cohen323.677.1942Advertising/Internet
Turning Point CommunicationsPatricia A. Means323.300.4038Marketing and Design
U.S. Air ForceMichael Junkins213.748.6105Government Agencies
WAC Business TechnologiesBen Hanan877.909.2224Information Technology/Services
Your Back OfficeJacqueline David626.485.9495Accounting
Zebra Entertainment and EventsShelly Mazer818.368.2818Event Management
100 Year AnniversaryKPMG LLP
75 Year AnniversaryAC Martin Partners
70 Year AnniversaryACCO Engineered Systems, Inc.
65 Year AnniversaryBrandow & Johnston, Inc.
55 Year AnniversaryVan Nuys Airport Industrial
Center
30 Year AnniversaryLos Angeles Business JournalTrust Company of the West
25 Year AnniversaryLos Angeles World Airports
20 Year AnniversaryMetro
15 Year AnniversaryHDR Engineering, Inc.International Education Research
Foundation, Inc.
10 Year AnniversaryAmerican Business BankBain & Company, Inc.Basic Fibres, IncorporatedCaine & Weiner Company, Inc.Carey National Limousine, LACommunity Clinic Association of
Los Angeles CountyEnterprise Rent-A-CarHollywood LocationsOneLegacyUniversal Reprographics, Inc.Williams Data Management
Five Year AnniversaryA-1 Textiles & Hospitality ProductsClark Construction Group -
California, LPHoliday Inn Express West LAHolme Roberts & Owen LLPJohnson ControlsLos Angeles Downtown NewsSkid Row Housing Trust
One Year AnniversaryAlternative Petroleum
TechnologiesAVETTA, Inc.Black Halo Productions, Inc.British Consulate General/UK
Trade & InvestmentBrookfield Office PropertiesCalifornia State Polytechnic
University, PomonaCappuccine, Inc.Carmel Partners - Carmel Vue
Cirque du SoleilCity of Hope - Medical CenterCreative Vision Studio, LLCCSULA - College of Extended
Studies & International Programs
Dream Design Construct, LLC/BC Professional Drafting Services (BCPDS)
Emmis CommunicationsFarmers Insurance Group - Walt
WhitneyG Fiori Floral DesignGreen Hasson & Janks, LLPGuru Denim, Inc. dba True
Religion Brand JeansHilton Checkers Los AngelesHoliday Inn Express Downtown
WestHyder & AssociatesiCON LA Ultra LoungeInsperity
Italian Trade CommisionJDJ Distributers, Inc.KKMedia, Inc.Legends of Hollywood Tours, LLCLoclville.comMcKim - Gresh Architect, LLPN.S.A. International, Inc.New York Life-Tassycia McFarlaneNIC, Inc.OneWest Bank FSBPANFA SolutionsRadisson Hotel at Los Angeles
AirportRepublic ServicesResources Global ProfessionalsRitz Properties, Inc.Rocky Peak Enterprises, LLCRosa Mexicano Restaurants - LA
LiveScarlett Hospitality GroupSEO Networker DBASkanska
Stephen Gould CorporationTaya International, Inc.The Gonzales Law GroupUCLA Conference Center - at
Lake ArrowheadVisa Inc.Watts Village Theater CompanyWestern Seniors Housing, Inc.WilldanWindes & McClaughry
Accountancy Corporation - Long Beach
350 S. Bixel St., Los Angeles, California 90017213.580.7500 | Fax 213.580.7511lachamber.com
Our MissionBy being the voice of business, helping its members grow and promoting collaboration, the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce seeks full prosperity for the Los Angeles region.
Diamond ClubThe Chamber gratefully acknowledges the support of our largest member investors, the Diamond Club, for their help in fulfilling the Chamber’s mission.
AT&TAutomobile Club of Southern CaliforniaBank of AmericaChevron CorporationCitibank N.A.Clear Channel Outdoor, Inc.JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.Kaiser PermanenteMajestic Realty Co.Microsoft CorporationOccidental Petroleum Corp.Port of Los AngelesRalphs Grocery CompanySiemens CorporationSouthern California EdisonSouthern California Gas Company, a Sempra Energy utilitySouthwest Airlines Co.Time Warner CableToyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.UPSVerizonThe Walt Disney CompanyWells Fargo
Be a part of the L.A. Area Chamber’s signature events by becoming a sponsor.
Different sponsorship levels are available. Contact Lee Ligons, 213.580.7523 or [email protected].
Inaugural Dinner | 125th Anniversary | FEB. 7
ACCESS Washington, D.C. | MARCH 11 - 13
World Trade Week | MAY 2
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The $147 million USC Galen Center opened in 2006.
