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Connecting our community...
Uniting for success.
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LAGLCC Weekly E-Blast
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September 28, 2009
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Seats still available for the LAGLCC 2009 Gala
Date: Sunday, October 4, 2009
Time: Cocktails at 5 pm, Show 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel
7000 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, CA
With less than a week until the Gala, you won't want to miss this much anticipated event. Not only will the LAGLCC be taking the Gala to a new venue this year - the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, but the show is sure to be one talked about for months to come. So don't wait to purchase your tickets. Go online today! Leadership Gala TicketsMore information and to see the line-up of guest appearances, go to LAGLCC!
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LAGLCC Presents
2009 EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR SERIES - Seminar VII
PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE: The Unique Issues Facing Gays and Lesbians, Our Aging Parents, Partners and Loved Ones - Part I
Tuesday, September 29th
Location: Plummer Park Community Building
7377 Santa Monica Blvd
West Hollywood
Join us for this fascinating discussion
from many sides of just how we can prepare ourselves for disruptions in
our lives and for our futures in the way we want to live, not just
being able to afford it.
Special Guest Panelists:
George
Lodge, SAGE Senior Planning Services;
Arielle Rosen, LA Gay Lesbian
Center Director of Adult Services and Elder Housing; Gwen Taylor,
Trilogy Financial;
Regina Lark, Specialist in Senior Downsizing
Sign-in opens 7:00pm
We will start promptly at 7:30.
Seating is Limited. RSVP to Julie at 323-874-5854 or education@laglcc.org.
Cost: Members $10 Non-members $15. FREE to VIP Members
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FIRST THURSDAY MIXER
HOLLYWOOD ROOSEVELT HOTEL
We are excited to announce the new location
for the 4th quarter of 2009!
THE ROOSEVELT HOTEL in Hollywood!
We will mix and mingle in their gorgeous lobby bar, with happy hour
drinks, so bring plenty of business cards!
Dress is Business Casual. No
sandals, shorts etc.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Time: 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel
7000 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, CA
Valet is $7.
Admission is FREE for VIP LAGLCC members
$5 for everyone else.
We anticipate 150 people!
ALL WELCOME!
(Pay Online Here)
For questions, or more information send an email to: events@laglcc.org
or
go to LAGLCC.org
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Advertising Opportunities Still Available in 2009 Gala Program:
With the LAGLCC 2009 Gala being held in a new location this year (Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel), we are not only expecting record attendance, but this is planned to be our best event to date.
What a great opportunity to showcase your business in our 2009 Gala Program. For as little as $150 for a quarter page ad, you can tailor your message to the businesses and owners who know the importance of supporting other LAGLCC businesses.
We also have an opportunity for individuals, students or businesses that would like to add an additional call-out through our "Tweets" page. For $20 and up to 150 characters, you can personalize a message to the Chamber as a whole or individual award recipients.
To reserve your space in the Gala program or for a "Tweets" page form, send an email to: Gala Program
Space deadline is Today, September 28.
Artwork and "Tweet" call-outs due by 5pm, Tuesday, September 29.
For more information or questions regarding the gala program send an email to: Gala Program
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LAGLCC 2009 Gala call for volunteers!
We have specific openings for immediate help in the areas of "Sponsorship/Corporate Outreach", Program Ad Sales, Ticket Drive, and of course there are opportunities for as many as 12 volunteers across a variety of areas the morning of the event beginning at 9am.
WANTED: 4-6 volunteers for the night of the gala with Award or Variety Show experience to work as part of the talent department. Duties will include, celebrity check in at valet, talent escort through red carpet and press ops, and runner between stage manager and talent for cues. Similar experience as part of a PR firm or Agency would also be fine.
If you or you know of other members, who may be interested, please urge them to get involved. If you have specific areas of expertise that you would like to offer help with, please make that known as well. All are welcome.
- Thank You, Steven Wishnoff Producer LAGLCC 2009 Gala.
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Women's Professional Luncheon
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.
Date: Thursday, October 15
Time: 11:45 - 1:00 pm
Where: Sur Restaurant
606 N. Robertson, West Hollywood
$20.00 for VIP members
and $25.00 for general members and guests
RSVP to Maureen at moe225ste@msn.com
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Welcome New Chamber Members & Corporate Partners!
Palihouse - VIP Business Member
Glenn Valencia - General Manager
Sunmist Properties - Business Member
IDEA Recruit, Inc. - Business Member
Godo A. Solsona, President
OneCoach, Southern California - Corporate Partner
Rick Lugash, Regional Owner
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Testimonials
"The new website and email blast are really impressive! Congratulations to the Board and you for the incredible steps forward that you are taking to build us into a Chamber worthy of our community. And the 21st Century! I'm really proud of you, and I'm really proud to be a member!"
- Richard A. Grain, Esq.
Law Offices of Richard Grain
"As a 10 year member of LAGLCC and its predecessor organization, I am impressed with the growth and management of this valuable organization. Fresh faces, new energy, and innovative ideas abound are present this year. I am particularly delighted to see the creation & sponsoring of Toastmasters clubs in the valley and weho and the mentoring program of next LGBT leaders with the Young Business Professionals Project. LAGLCC is taking an active role in strengthening our community and its individual members. Keep up the good work!"
- Lance Webster
LW Communications Coaching & Consulting
www.LanceCoach.com
For testimonials on the LAGLCC, or members you've done business with that you would like to share, send those via email to: Anthony Vulin
We are continually striving to grow and nurture the LA Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce. If there's a success story within the Chamber, please let us know!Connecting Our Community...Uniting for Success!
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LAGLCC Sponsored LGBT Focused Toastmasters Groups
Los Angeles now has TWO LGBT Toastmasters
Chapters, both sponsored by the Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Chamber of
Commerce (LAGLCC) and its Young Professionals Council. Toastmasters is
a respected and honored worldwide non-profit organization of small
clubs where people practice and receive coaching in public speaking and
organizational leadership skills and techniques. 12,000+ clubs
worldwide include 125,000+ active members. Click here for more information.
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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, September 29
Education Panel
Plummer Park
West Hollywood
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Thursday, October 1
First Thursday Mixer
Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel
Hollywood
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Sunday, October 4
2009 Gala
Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel
Hollywood
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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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Anthony Vulin, President, LAGLCC
Carla Browning, Vice President, LAGLCC
James Holchin, Treasurer, LAGLCC
Amanda Williams, Secretary, LAGLCC
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