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Connecting our community...
Uniting for success.
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LAGLCC Weekly E-Blast
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April 13, 2009
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Recently Open Board of Directors Positions
The LAGLCC has 2 open Board of Directors positions available. We are seeking leaders who posses a take-charge attitude, and who are active chamber members who've been instrumental in promoting not only their own business, but in making a difference in the LGBT business community.
The roles we are looking for are in corporate partnerships and membership. If you are experienced with working with corporations on a sponsorship level or instrumental in promoting the chamber to prospective members then we would like to hear from you.
Send an email to Randy Malmud with your resume and letter of introduction, which position - corporate partnership or membership - you are interested in, your background, qualifications, and what you can bring to the continued sucess of the Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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West Hollywood Toastmasters
The LAGLCC's Young Business Professionals Project is sponsoring the newly forming
West Hollywood Toastmasters.
To join as a charter member or for more information please contact:
Doran Farnum at 323-842-1546
or email: doranfarnum3@yahoo.com
Don't miss our next scheduled meeting, tonight:
Date: Monday, April 20th
Time: 7:00 ~ 9:00 pm
Where: Plummer Park Community Center
7377 Santa Monica Blvd, Room #3
West Hollywood, CA
Click here to check out: Toastmasters International
We will be meeting the 1st and 3rd Mondays of every month. To be included in the West Hollywood Toastmasters email group, send an email to Doran at the address above.
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2009 EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR SERIES
Seminar IIITuesday April 21, 2009Plummer Park Community Building7377 Santa Monica Blvd.7:00pmHow To Protect Your Assets And Business Through Entities.How do you best protect your business and minimize your taxes? Should you incorporate? How? What is right for you and for your type of business? A sole proprietorship? Partnership, "S" Corporation, "C" Corp? An LLC? LLP? Are you an independent entrepreneur? It's an alphabet soup out there! How do you know what's right?? How much does each one cost? Do you even NEED an entity?Join us for this information-packed educational seminar as an attorney and CPA explore and discuss the need, the advantages and disadvantages of each type of entity, and the tax ramifications - and perhaps help you find a way to save money on your business next year.Sign-in starts at 7:00pmEducational Seminar from 7:30-9:30. Seating is Limited.
RSVP: Julie at 323-874-5854 or
send an email to: education@laglcc.org
Cost: Members $10; Non-members $20.
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Gay Travel Professionals Reception
For all IGLTA, LAGLCC and gay travel professionals in the Southern California area
attend our special GLBT Travel Reception at the Custom Hotel Los Angeles
8639 Lincoln Blvd - Los Angeles, CA 90045
www.customhotel.com
Wednesday, April 22nd
7 pm to 9 pm
This will be an excellent opportunity for GLBT travel professionals to mix and meet at the stunning Custom Hotel, located near the airport in a convenient location for all.Special cocktails and hors d'oeuvres provided by the Custom Hotel are included, and if you choose to stay after 9 pm, you can enjoy CRUSH, the west side's newest chic gay night at the Custom Hotel.If you're interested in attending, please send an RSVP to gvalencia@customhotel.com |
Women's Council Networking Lunch
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Hugo's Restaurant
8401 Santa Monica Blvd,
West Hollywood
11:45 - 1:00 PM
The Professional Women's Council mission is to foster and encourage the professional development of it's members in a form that empowers and connects dynamic leaders, executives and entrepreneurial women by providing networking opportunities, education and social functions.
$20.00 for VIP members
and $25.00 for general members and guests
RSVP to Maureen at moe225ste@msn.com
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Attend the Gay & Lesbian Market Symposium:
April 29 in San Francisco and April 30 in Los AngelesCommunity Marketing and Pink Banana Media are proud to present the Gay & Lesbian Market Symposium in San Francisco on Wednesday, April 29 at the Nikko Hotel, and on Thursday, April 30 at the Marriott LAX.
Both sessions run from 8:30am to 12:30pm.Industry-leading presenters will discuss the latest in gay and lesbian consumer research and focus groups, successful marketing approaches, strategies, etc., as well as case studies representing a variety of industries and segments. Gaining new insights into this dynamic market--plus making networking connections--will be of great value.
The half-day symposium is just $45, so there's no reason to miss this important opportunity to initiate, or update, your LGBT market program.
Space is limited, so please register soon. More info and a link to register is on http://www.communitymarketinginc.com/mkt_int_glms.php
Please forward this invitation to friends and colleagues throughout California.
For more information, please call Community Marketing at
415-437-3800 or email:
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 FIRST THURSDAY MIXER:
Don't miss out on our new venue for our always popular, First Thursday Mixer, now at the Sofitel Hotel! Our April mixer was a huge success!!
Sofitel LA is the city's hottest new destination, with stunning interiors featuring French style and Hollywood glamour. The Los
Angeles hotel accommodations sit on the corner of La Cienega and Beverly Boulevard, opposite the Beverly Center.
Of course, we will be meeting on the patio of the popular Simon LA Restaurant - which includes stunning water elements, firepits and a gracious lounge.
Date: Thursday, May 7, 2009
Time: 6:30 - 9:00pm
Where: Sofitel Hotel - Simon LA restaurant
8555 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
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Be sure to tell your coworkers, colleagues and friends! $5.00 cover charge only!
$5 valet - must mention you're with the LAGLCC Chamber mixer - good for 3 hours!
For questions, or more information send an email to: Events
or go to LAGLCC.org
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Chamber Networking Breakfast
Date: Thursday May 14, 2009
Time: 7:30 ~ 9:00 am
Where: The French Market
7985 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 90046
Join the Chamber for our monthly Breakfast Networking Mixer. This is a great opportunity to meet, mingle and network with fellow LAGLCC business owners in a comfortable, easy to have a conversation setting. Be sure to bring business cards, as business is what we are all about!
Limited space available.
RSVP today: events@laglcc.org
$20 - Members; $30 Guests
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Young Business Professionals Project VIP Mentor/Speaker Series
Bestselling author and successful entrepreneur Chip Conley is our inaugural YBPP VIP Guest Speaker. Openly gay, openly enthusiastic and openly willing to share his life and his lessons, this highly successful business professional has seen the many ups and downs of building a flourishing business enterprise.
MAY 21, 2009
Sofitel Hotel
YBPP (Members Only) Exclusive Workshop:
5:30pm - 7:00pm
LAGLCC Social: 6:00pm - 7:15pm
VIP Presentation:
7:15pm - 9:00pm
Advance Reservations:
Chamber Members:
$5 advance purchase until April 30
$10 advance purchase from May 1-May 20
$12 at the door
Non Chamber Members:
$25 in advance
$35 at the door
For more information or to purchase tickets, log onto:
LAGLCC.org
or send an email to:
info@laglcc.org
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An Evening With Women
The LAGLCCC is hosting a table at the LA Gay and Lesbian Center's Gala Event - come join us at the party for: An Evening With Women A Gala to Support The Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Center When: April 24th, 2009 Where: The Beverly Hilton Hotel Time: 6:00 pm Silent Auction; 8:00 pm Dinner & Program Musical performances by Christina Aguilera with Linda Perry and Leisha Haley's Uh huh Her. Event hosted by Gina Gershon Presenters include: Sara Silverman Jennifer Coolidge Jane Lynch and Clementine Ford. The live auction is hosted by Sharon Stone. This just added to the silent auction - a meet and greet with Rachel Maddow! Also, Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Chamber Board Member JD Disalvatore will be receiving an award for Outstanding Community Service during the ceremony. To buy tickets click here: Tickets or for more information go to: An Evening With Women
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Chamber Membership Levels:
LAGLCC Board of Directors is pleased to announce our own stimulus package!
We have cut LAGLCC dues to save you money!
NEW YEARLY FEES FOR JOINING THE CHAMBER! $250 for VIP Business $125 for Business $125 for Non Profit $75 for Individual (non business owner) $25 for Students e-mail us for more info! |
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Calendar of Events:
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
LAGLCC Educational Seminar
Plummer Park
7377 Santa Monica Blvd
West Hollywood
7:30 - 9:30 pm
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Professional Women's Council Luncheon
Hugo's Restaurant
West Hollywood
11:45 - 1:00 pm
Thursday, May 7, 2009
First Thursday Mixer
Sofitel Hotel
6:30 - 9:00 pm
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Networking Breakfast:
French Market
7985 Santa Monica Blvd
7:30 - 9:00 am
For more information on these and future events, please go to: LAGLCC.org
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About Us
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The
Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (LAGLCC) is an
organization of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and gay-allied
businesses, professionals, and individuals, who have joined together to
effect positive growth in ourselves, our work, our community and our
future.
Should you wish to get more involved with our various committees, social events or educational seminars, please send us an email at: info@laglcc.org
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LAGLCC Officers
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Randy Malmud, President, LAGLCC
Anthony Vulin, Vice President, LAGLCC
James Holchin, Treasurer, LAGLCC
Amanda Williams, Secretary, LAGLCC
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