|
|
Alhambra Chamber of Commerce eNewsletter September 2012
|
|
|
AROUND ALHAMBRA | |
Alhambra Chamber of Commerce
104 S. First St., Alhambra, CA 91801 Tel: 626 282-8481
Fax: 626 282-5596
|
|
| |
Executive Committee
President:
Valarie Gomez, West San Gabriel Valley YMCA
Vice President:
Dana Cop, AT&T, Inc.
Immediate Past President:
Mark Paulson, Anthony Venti Realtors
At-Large Members:
Walter Tang, Superior Scientific
Frank Chen, Law Offices of Frank W. Chen
Carmelita Haltom
Victoria Deise-Wilson,
The Alhambra
John Chappell
Oriana Chan, Wells Fargo Bank
Iris Lai, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center
Lee Lieberg, Dilbeck Realty
Susanne Passantino, Allied Waste Services
Joe Pavon, Al's Towing
Chuck Reyes
Marissa Castro-Salvati,
Southern California Edison
Helen Romero-Shaw, So. California Gas Company
Lorraine Simpson, Credit Union of Southern California
Dr. David Snyder, Optometrist
Joanna Vargas, The Fit Factor Studio
Paul Yao, CAL Counties Title
Executive Director/Editor: Owen Guenthard
Membership/Advertising Sales: Stan Yonemoto
Business Outreach: Sharon Gibbs
Copy Editor: Dulcy Jenkins
Secretary: Irma Hernandez
Office Assistant: Rosemarie Valerio
|
|
Stay Connected
|
|
Contributions Welcome
| |
Do you have an announcement about your business?
Is your business offering a special promotion?
Is your business involved in a charitable event that you would like to publicize?
Do you have any short business articles or tips that you would like to share?
Have you made a successful business connection with another Chamber member that you would like to tell us about?
This newsletter's goal is to keep the members of the Chamber informed and connected. We would appreciate any business related article, announcement, event, or business connection about you and your business. Send your items to Irma Hernandez: ihernandez@alhambrachamber.org or to Dulcy Jenkins djenkins@alhambrachamber.org.
|
OUR COMMITMENT
TO YOUR BUSINESS
As a member of the Alhambra Chamber of Commerce, you are aligned with more than 450 other businesses and individuals in an organization that is working to strengthen the long-term economic vitality of its members and the community. You will find that many of our specialized services have been designed to meet your needs. Be sure to put them to work for you today!
- Increased contact with prospective clients and customers;
- Positions on legislative issues of major importance to the business community;
- Public/private partnerships with City Hall and the Alhambra School District;
- A sound business voice to service organizations and the community;
- Personal and business development;
- Advertising and marketing opportunities
|
Upcoming Events
Reminder! |
Wednesday, September 26
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Mixer at The Granada LA
17 S. First St, Alhambra
Friday, October 5
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Monthly Mosaic ArtWalk
Alhambra Renaissance Corner
1 E. Main St. at Garfield Ave.
For more information, please contact: downtownalhambra@yahoo.com
Visit Downtown Alhambra website for events and activities around our city.
Friday, October 11
8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Business to Business
Networking Breakfast
Almansor Court
700 S. Almansor St.
Alhambra, 91801
For more info call the Chamber at 626-282-8481
Saturday, October 27
Downtown Alhambra's annual HALLOWSCREAM!
Registration: 9:00 a.m.
Contest: 10:00 a.m.
For more info, please phone
626-282-5767
|
| Did You Know? |
Save energy and help prevent rolling blackouts.Keep updated with Edison Flex Alerts. For updates, follow SCE on Twitter at www.twitter.com/SCE
and on Facebook at at www.facebook.com/SCE
| |
Social Security online
Claimants can check the status of their pending Social Security applications on the Social Security's Website.
Simply log on to
Alhambra High School
Athletes Hall of Fame
Installation Luncheon
Sunday, September 23
12:00 noon
$35.00 per person
Everyone is welcome!
Almansor Court - Lakeview Room
700 S. Almansor Ave.
Alhambra, 91801
For more information, call the
Alhambra Chamber of Commerce
626-282-8481
Classic Car Show
every third Wednesday
through October
5 p.m. to dark
201 W. Main St.
Alhambra, 91801
For car show information, call
Mr. Chappell at 626-483-9522
California Asian Business Summit
Tuesday, October 2
Conference: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Awards Banquet: 5:00-9:00 pm
J.W. Marriott L.A. Live
900 W. Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, 90015
Doing Business Just Got Easier with e.Reg
Electronic Registration
& More
One application will start the process for the permit, licenses and accounts you need. Seller's permits are free but some licenses and accounts
require a fee.
click on the eReg button. Register with the Board of Equalization (BOE) to get started.
Election Day is Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Register to Vote. Have you moved? Need a voters application? Pick up your application at The Alhambra Chamber of Commerce.
104 S. First Street.
Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Membership & Advertising: If you would like to become a member of the Alhambra Chamber of Commerce or advertise in Around Alhambra, please call us at 626-282-8481 |
|
Executive Director's Message
California State Chamber of Commerce
Positions on November Ballot Measures
Proposition 30: Temporary Taxes to Fund Education. Initiative Constitutional Amendment. NO POSITION
Proposition 31: State Budget. State and Local Governments.
Initiative, Constitutional Amendment and Statute. SUPPORT
Proposition 32: Prohibits Political Contribution by Payroll Deduction. Prohibition on Contributions to Candidates. Initiative Statute. NO POSITION
Proposition 33: Changes law to Allow Auto Insurance Companies to Set Prices Based on a Driver's History of
Insurance Coverage. Initiative Statute. NO POSITION
Proposition 34: Death Penalty Repeal. Initiative, Statute.
NO POSITION
Proposition 35: Human Trafficking. Penalties. Sex Offender Registration. Initiative Statute. NO POSITION
Proposition 36: Three Strikes Law. Sentencing for Repeat Felony Offenders. Initiative Statute. NO POSITION
Proposition 37: Genetically Engineered Foods. Mandatory Labeling Initiative Statute. OPPOSE
Proposition 38: Tax for Education and Early Childhood Programs. Initiative Statute. OPPOSE
Proposition 39: Tax Treatment for Multistate Businesses. Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency Funding. Initiative Statute. OPPOSE
Proposition 40: Redistricting. State Senate Districts. Referendum. SUPPORT
|
|
Alhambra Chamber Very Special Events
Tournament of Roses Luncheon: Tuesday, Dec. 4
TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT(S), PHONE THE
Alhambra Chamber of Commerce at 626-282-8481
|
|
It's All About Networking
| |
People do business with people they know.
The Alhambra Chamber of Commerce makes it easy to meet new business contacts every month at its Business After Hours Mixers.
These networking events attract 50-100 people who are ready
to make new connections.
The next Business After Hours mixer will take place
Wednesday, September 26
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Hosted by our members at
17 S. First Street
Alhambra, 91801
Enjoy great food and drinks from our mixer host, The Granada LA.
dance lessons, so get ready to Salsa!
For more information call: Alhambra Chamber - 626-282-8481
|
|
Thank You for Your Support - Business Expo 2012
| |
The Alhambra Chamber of Commerce
Thanks
our Business Expo Sponsors and Exhibitors
for a successful 2012 Business Expo
SPONSORS
EXHIBITORS
|
|
Do some networking at
Business to Business Breakfast
| |
Do some networking at our
Business to Business Breakfast
Thursday, October 11, 8:30-10:00 a.m.
Special guest speaker:
Deputy John Morris, L.A. County District Attorney's Office
Topic: Workman's Compensation Fraud
 The Chamber's Business to Business Breakfasts takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., the second Thursday of every other month at Almansor Court, 700 S. Almansor St., Alhambra. The next breakfast will be offered October 11. The cost is $5. Let everyone know about your business. Bring some flyers and business cards. Time is allotted for everyone to say a few words.
|
|
Ambassador of the Month
| |
Why Be an Ambassador?
 | |
Kay Lee Fukui
High Point Marketing
Print Specialist
805-469-8847
|
After becoming an Alhambra Chamber of Commerce member and then an Ambassador, I now have a better understanding of what new things are happening in the city. It is a great way to network and help people connect.
Being an Ambassador means helping out at the fun mixers and Business to Business events. I have met a lot of great people I would not have met any other way. It is also nice to feel like you are giving back to the community.
|
|
Business Member of the Month
|
 |
Alhambra Beauty Supply, 445 W. Main St., has helped make Alhambrans more beautiful for 40 years. From left: Sherry Owens, Tinker Freeman, Cookie Owens, and Bob Latta.
|
Alhambra Beauty Supply has beautified Alhambra for 40 years Alhambra Beauty Supply is a mom and pop beauty products and hair salon that has operated in Alhambra since 1972. Though they've seen their ups and downs, owner Marsha Owens, who everyone endearingly calls Cookie, said the secret to her store's longevity is simple. "It's a candy store for girls. Girls come in here, and sometimes they just relax. You can get your hair done, you can get your brows waxed, a massage, a facial," said Cookie. "We have a deep relationship with a lot of our customers." Forty years ago, Cookie bought a 1,000 sq. ft. beauty store for $5,000 at 717 E. Main St. She was 27 years old, and her first husband, Lyman Latta, had just passed away. She made the tough decision to move with her kids from Torrance to Alhambra, essentially starting a new life. "I think it gives women hope," she said. "Women weren't allowed to do anything at that time. When I started, I couldn't buy a car, rent a house, or anything like that. A customer rented a house to me, and I had to put my savings account up to buy a car. It was really the people and word of mouth that got this business going." Today, the 4,000 sq. ft. shop at 445 W. Main St. provides a number of beauty services, including hair cuts, styling, facials, makeup, waxing, and Reiki massage. Alhambra Beauty Supply sells many different beauty products, specialty cosmetics, hair products, and designer jewelry made in America. A popular event at the store is the Jane Iredale makeup day that is offered four times a year. "We go to classes, and we learn about our products. We don't just say, Here, take it, it's good," said Cookie. Cookie is proud to have built her store with a family environment. She points to the young woman working the register, Ashley, whom she has known since she was five years old. Cookie's sister, Tinker, also works at the store, while Cookie's daughter, Sherry, works there as a hair stylist. Cookie's son, Bob Latta, has managed the business for 22 years. "I love my family, and it feels good what I do, because I feel like I'm building something for the future," said Bob. "This community has really embraced us. We have a lot of friends here." Comfort and beauty are available at Alhambra Beauty Supply. Phone 626-281-2790 for more information.
|
|
|
|
|
|
Welcome our new Chamber members!
| |
ADT Security Services
4161 E. La Palma Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92807
562-441-4737
www.adt.com
ADT, with a 138-year history, provides electronic security, interactive automation, and related monitoring services for residences and small businesses. Our products and services, including ADT Pulse interactive home and business solutions, and home health services meet a range of customer needs for modern lifestyles.
AFLAC Insurance
320 Halstead St., Suite 170
Pasadena, CA 91107
323-842-6711
www.aflac.com
Aflac's philosophy is to combine innovative strategic marketing with quality products and services at competitive prices to provide the best insurance value for consumers.
- Building better value for our shareholders.
- Supplying quality service for our agents.
- Providing an enriching and rewarding workplace for our employees.
City Security Company, Inc.
430 S. Garfield Ave., Suite 401
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-458-2325
www.citysecuritycompanyinc.com
For more than two decades, City Security Company has provided security service to the greater Los Angeles area. Our services range from unarmed uniformed security guards, armed guards, high profile protection, to licensed private investigations.
Coast to Coast Metal Finishing
401 S. Raymond Ave.
Alhambra, CA 91803
626-272-2122
www.ctclightingmfg.com
Gil Bernal founded Coast to Coast Metal Finishing and Lighting in 1978. For more than 30 years, the company has been powder coating, designing, and manufacturing lighting fixtures and metal furniture for residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Hana Financial, Inc.
388 E. Valley Blvd., Suite #106
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-940-3498
www.hanamortgagebank.com
In recent years, we have launched new financial products such as Small Business Administration (SBA) loans and mortgage banking. Our SBA lending program is very successful. We are now one of the major SBA lenders in the country with multiple loan production offices all across the U.S.A.
MPO Eyecare Optometry
349 E. Main St., #103
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-573-9336
www.mpocares.com
MPO Eyecare offers a number of services to help you see and enjoy life better, such as comprehensive eye examinations, children's eye care, contact lens examinations, dry eye management, glaucoma evaluations, an array of fashionable eye wear, and much more.
MyNetworkOne-San Gabriel Valley
3120 W. Main St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-673-7727
www.sangabrielvalley.mynetworkone.com
MyNetworkOne helps small businesses deliver their message and re-connect with their communities. We offer an online marketing system designed to allow local business owners to connect with local consumers.
Premier Mobile
1429 E. Valley Blvd.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-300-6630
www.Gonetbulous.com
We help you stay together with the people who make your life come alive.
Recyclebank
5870 W. Jefferson Blvd., Studio M
Los Angeles, CA 90016
323-810-2401
www.recyclebank.com
Our mission is to motivate individuals and communities to realize a world without waste.
State Farm Insurance
1212 S. Atlantic Blvd.
Alhambra, CA 91803
626-382-1264
www.statefarm.com
State Farm is there for our customers and for the neighborhoods where we live and work. Learn how we're building safer, stronger, and better educated communities across the U.S. and Canada.
Team NuVision/Remax Elite
1024 E. Valley Blvd.
Alhambra, CA 91801
888-258-3508
www.TeamNuVision.net
Rudy L. Kusuma is a licensed California real estate broker and the director of TEAM NUVISION. Services include free short sale negotiation services for home owners, VIP home buyers ($5,000 savings guaranteed or I will pay you $500 cash), and VIP home sellers (sold in 59 days guaranteed, or I will pay you $2,500 cash).
|
|
Thank you for your Chamber renewals and continued support!
|
|
AHMC Healthcare, Inc.
1000 S. Fremont Ave.
Building A-9
Alhambra, CA 91803
Member since 2007
|
California Bank & Trust
230 E. Valley Blvd.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-457-9666
Member since 1990
|
Pasadena Star News
911 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91106
626-578-6300 x 4472
Member since 2008
| |
Alhambra Car Wash
707 W. Main St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-282-5666
Member since 1975
|
California Mission Inn
8417 Mission Dr.
Rosemead, CA 91770
626-287-0438
Member since 2005
|
Prober's Shoes
215 E. Main St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-289-5363
Member since 1963
| |
Alhambra Chrysler Jeep
1100 W. Main Street
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-308-4500
Member since 2011
|
Central San Gabriel Valley
WorkSource Center
11635 E. Valley Blvd., Unit G
El Monte, CA 91732
626-258-0365
Member since 2010
|
Ramona Convent
Secondary School
1701 W. Ramona Rd.
Alhambra, CA 91803-3099
626-282-4151
Member since 1991
| |
Alhambra Dental Group
100 S. First St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-308-9104
Member since 1980
|
Chanbonpin, Araceli D., M.D.
225 E. Las Tunas Dr.
San Gabriel, CA 91776
626-285-5700
Member since 2007
|
Rose Hills Mortuary
550 E. Main St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626 299-3000
Member since 2008
| |
Alhambra Exchange Club
P.O. Box 468
Alhambra, CA 91802
626-289-1632
Member since 1986
|
Copy-Rite Press
614 S. Date Ave.
Alhambra, CA 91803
626-576-1504
Member since 1972
|
Safco Realty & Investment, Inc.
238 S. Atlantic Blvd.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-289-4088
Member since 1981
| |
Alhambra Firefighters Association
P.O. BOX 7110
Alhambra, CA 91802-7110
562-822-0868
Member since 1982
Alhambra Golf Course
630 S. Almansor Street
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-570-5059
Member since 1987
Alhambra Historical Society
1550 W. Alhambra Rd.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-300-8845
Member since 1984
Alhambra Hospital Medical
Center
100 S. Raymond Ave.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-570-1606
Member since 1991
Alhambra Nissan
726 E. Main St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-289-6161
Member since 1971
Alhambra Veterinary Hospital
1501 W. Mission Rd.
Alhambra, CA 91803
626-289-9227
Member since 1969
Al's Towing
905 S. Westminster Ave.
Alhambra, CA 91803
626-289-7277
Member since 1997
Angelo's Italian Restaurant
1540 W. Valley Blvd.
Alhambra, CA 91803
626-282-0153
Member since 2009
Arcos, Carlos A.,
A Law Corporation
225 W. Fairview Ave.
San Gabriel, CA 91776
626-284-9003
Member since 2000
Asian Youth Center
100 W. Clary Ave.
San Gabriel, CA 91776
626-309-0425 x116
Member since 2011
Bob Wondries Ford #1
400 S. Atlantic Blvd.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-289-3591
Member since 1962
Brown, Lloyd & Stevenson
P. O. Box 389
Alhambra, CA 91802
626-289-5273
Member since 1963
Cal Counties Title
790 E. Colorado Blvd., STE 400
Pasadena, CA 91101
949-584-7285
Member since 2005
Cali Mart
1000 E. Valley Blvd.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-284-8819
Member since 2010
|
East West Bank #1
1881 W. Main St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-308-2012
Member since 1992
E. L. Maloney Plumbing Co.
1008 "A" Huntington Drive
San Marino, CA 91108
626-289-0228
Member since 1989
Gilliam, Ms. Lorelei
Member since 1982
Goudy Honda
1400 W. Main St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-576-1114
Member since 1972
Guenthard, Owen
Member since 1998
Home Depot
500 S. Marengo
Alhambra, CA 91803
626-458-9800 x300
Member since 2007
Kelly Tool & Mfg. Company
433 S. Palm Ave.
Alhambra, CA 91803
626-289-7962
Member since 1981
Law Offices of
Steven Qi & Associates
388 E. Valley Blvd.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-282-9878
Member since 2007
MCS West SGV
Worksource Center
1000 Corporate Center Dr., Ste. 550
Monterey Park, CA 91754
323-647-6500
Member since 2009
Messina, Mike & Barbara
Member since 1999
Miwa Auto Service
2524 W. Main St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-308-3677
Member since 2004
National Builders Control
1110 E. Main St. #202
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-281-8883
Member since 1989
Nuvision Federal Credit Union #1
2095 S. Atlantic Blvd.
Monterey Park, CA 91754
800-444-6327
Member since 2003
|
San Gabriel Valley Water District
P. O. Box 1299
Azusa, CA 91702
626-969-7911
Member since 1983
School of Fashion and Design
212 E. Main St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-289-1632
Member since 1989
Seidner's Collision Center
15 N. Curtis
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-300-0006
Member since 1994
Sierra Acura of Alhambra
1700 W. Main St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-284-8533
Member since 1987
Siu, Tina Marie & Annie DDS
2595 Huntington Drive
San Marino, CA 91108
626-796-0615
Member since 1955
Smart International Service
430 S. Garfield Ave., Suite 402
Alhambra, CA 91801
800-500-2899
Member since 2001
State Farm Insurance #2
1212 S. Atlantic Blvd.
Alhambra, CA 91803
626-382-1264
Member since 2008
Target
2120 W. Main St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-308-3290
Member since 2006
The Bank of East Asia
(U.S.A.) N.A.
388 E. Valley Blvd. Ste 110
Alhambra, CA 91801-5134
626-457-2240
Member since 1986
Tompkins & Parrington,
Attorney Law
P.O. Box 589
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-289-3727
Member since 1991
Venti, Anthony Realtors, Inc.
1129 E. Main St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-282-6121
Member since 1987
W. Y. International Inc.
2000 S. Garfield Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90040
323-726-8733
Member since 1981
West Main Animal Hospital
2216 W. Main St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-282-2179
Member since 1981
Wing Lung Bank
201 E. Valley Blvd.
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-656-8118
Member since 2004
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
