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 Today is Election Day, don't forget to vote! Click here to see the list of some of
the propositions and the positions taken by the Chamber, as well as Candidate Endorsements. Membership Tip of the Month:Come grow your business with one of our Business ConneXions referral networking groups. Visit them here. |
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PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR RELATIONSHIP BUILDING
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Chamber to host Business Mixer at Airship Ventures
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Yipee BigWig Luncheon: Corporate Philanthropy
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November 29, 2012 -- 11:30am - 1:30pm
El Camino Hospital, 2500 Grant Road - Conference Rooms E, F, G - Mountain View, CA 94040
Major Silicon Valley companies like Intuit and El Camino Hospital not only weave philanthropy and volunteerism into the fabric of their corporate missions and responsibilities, but they recognize and seek out talent that embodies those same ideals. Take your career to the next level by learning how to become a community rock star while successfully growing in your profession.
Our panel of visionaries include speakers from Intuit and El Camino Hospital who have effectively embraced altruism as a priority of their corporate structure, and a key part of their individual success. Learn from these experts as they share their insight with you.
Click here to learn more.
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Morning Buzz Presents: The Convergence of Digital Marketing
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Join us on November 27, 2012 for our Morning Buzz Series: The Convergence of Digital Marketing. Digital Marketing is not new to most businesses today. Pretty much every business has a website, has set up a Facebook page, claimed their Google Local and Yelp listings, has dabbled in, or at least read about search optimization - but still confusion reigns. With all those tools out there, what makes sense, what works and where should you focus your efforts?.... Learn More.
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Quarterly New Member Breakfast
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 Please join us on November 30th for our quarterly New Member Breakfast, open to all new members of Chamber of Commerce Mountain View who have joined within the previous 3-6 months.
These events are a great way for New Members to connect with elected officials, Chamber Board Members, Ambassadors, Staff and other New Members!
Network while enjoying a light breakfast and brief presentation. Information presented will show New Members how to generate the greatest return from their membership through the wide variety of events, programs, and services offered by Chamber of Commerce Mountain View.... Learn More.
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Build Your Business By Generating Professional Business Leads
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Business ConneXions is the Chamber's answer to members' needs for exchanging leads and referrals while developing their network of business connections. Guests and visitors are encouraged to attend 2 meetings for FREE. Only one seat, per industry, per group! Open seats available in each group. Contact group co-chairs for details. Learn More.
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Last Chance to Nominate for the Celebration of Leaders Awards
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 The Chamber of Commerce Mountain View is proud to announce the 18th Annual Celebration of Leaders Awards, which each year recognizes exceptional contributions and service to the Mountain View Community.
We are currently inviting nominations for the "Outstanding Business" Awards, to be presented to the winners on January 25, 2013. Other local organizations will be a part of the evening's festivities by honoring their Outstanding Volunteers. Last day to nominate is November 8th. Nominate today! |
| California Get Your Business Online with Google |
 Google and friends are coming to town to get your business online! California Get Your Business Online events are completely free. Space is limited, so we highly recommend that you pre-register online to reserve your spot. Go to www.californiagetonline.com/register to reserve your spot today! Date: Tuesday, December 4th. 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM (register for your specific time) Location: Google Headquarters, Building 40, Mountain View, California
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Ambassador of the Month: Susan Silver
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Name, Title: Susan Silver, Independent Fashion Consultant 
Business Name: CAbi (Carol Anderson by Invitation)
Phone: 650-619-2761
Email: silver_s@sbcglobal.net
Website: www.susansilver.cabionline.com
Tell us more about your business: CAbi provides the ultimate in personal shopping. CAbi' exclusive brand has become known for its beautiful designs at affordable prices and unparalleled quality. CAbi is sold in a comfortable home environment and is available exclusively through independent consultants.
What do your clients crave? My customers love getting together with their friends to shop in the comfort of the home. They also appreciate the personalized attention they get so that they can find the outfits that best suit their body-type, age & lifestyle. CAbi is all about Fashion, Friends & Fun!
How long have you been in business? 4 years.
A "great hidden gem" in Mountain View would be... Not so hidden but Shoreline Park.
Don't tell anyone else but... I spent over 20 years in high-tech
What I like most about being a Chamber Ambassador is... The connections I've made to other local businesses.
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Leadership Mountain View: The Many Facets of Government in
Mountain View
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The Leadership Mountain View Class of 2013 had a very full program day learning about city, county and state government.
The day began with an hour-long meeting with City Manager Dan Rich, who gave an overview of how the city functions and major projects that are in the pipeline for Mountain View. Dan was followed by Geography Professor, Mountain View native and LMV alumni, Eileen O'Halloran, who gave a presentation on the History and Geography of the city.
After a group discussion about "Ownership" as a team leadership trait, the class... read more
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Changes to ILoveMV website in the near future
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 The ILoveMV.org website will be changing in the near future. I'm very excited that the new format will be more flexible and it will look fabulous on mobile devices. The new theme will be more Pinterest looking and many of us are very familiar with the clean look of boards that are pinned with our favorite recipes, totally unachievable home decor images and clever crafts ideas.It'll be like that, but instead of wedding cakes and tattoo ideas, it'll feature things like downtown dim sum, the best bars to watch a Giants game, where to find a conference or banquet room in our community, cheap date ideas and what to take your relatives to see when they come visit Mountain View. I suppose I could also feature wedding cakes and tattoo shops. I better get started on my tattoo research... read more
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Fenwick's Corner:
NLRB Upholds Facebook Firing, Strikes Down "Courtesy," Social Media, and Other Workplace Policies
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In September, the National Labor Relations Board issued its first Board-level decision on a Facebook-related termination. In Karl Knauz Motors, Inc., the Board found that the employer did not violate the National Labor Relations Act ("Act") when it terminated an employee for his Facebook commentary on a car accident at an adjacent, employer-owned dealership. The Board affirmed the administrative law judge's decision (see October 2011 FEB) in which the ALJ observed that the posting was done... read more
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Two New Discrimination Laws Mean Changes for Policies
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Employers will need to change notices, postings and employee handbook policies related to discrimination and harassment prevention to reflect two recently signed bills, AB 1964 and AB 2386... read more
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On-the-Job Training Saves Money for Small Businesses
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Finding and hiring good employees with the right skills can be challenging. In many cases, candidates may have the right combination of enthusiasm and ability but lack some of the specific skills you need for your business to thrive. NOVA, your local workforce investment board, has an innovative On-the-Job Training (OJT) program that can help your business invest in a great candidate and transform him or her into a productive and profitable employee. By hiring and training a NOVA job seeker, you may be eligible for up to 90% wage reimbursement for the time it takes your new employee to learn the skills necessary for the job. Positions appropriate for OJT might include admin assistants, inside sales, accounting/financial analysts, business development, and others. Find out more at http://link.novaworks.org/empojt.
Contact NOVA for a free consultation - call (408) 730-7232 or e-mail ojt@novaworks.org.
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Year Up is Recruiting Students in Silicon Valley
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We are now accepting applications for our first Silicon Valley class, which will begin in March, 2013. Space for this class will fill-up quickly so we encourage applicants to apply now by completing this online interest form: http://bit.ly/KPYHgA
About Year Up: Year Up is a full-time, award-winning, and tuition-free program that prepares urban young adults for professional careers in Information Technology and success in higher education. Make a difference for young adults you know by encouraging them to get in touch with Year Up Bay Area. For more information visit www.yearup.org... Learn More
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Use Your Chamber Office Depot Program Account For Special Savings On Your Holiday and End-of-the-Year Needs
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You can save up to 60% off a list of 195 items commonly purchased by businesses. In addition to these savings take 5% off most other items in-store and save up to 70% off your copy and print jobs when you use your Store Purchasing Card. Great to use for technology, customized gifts, holiday stationary, and much more!... Learn more
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Nitin Kumar Announced as the 2nd Place National Winner of Second Annual Trimathlon Competition
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Mathnasium today released names of national winners of its 2012 TriMathlon competition. Mathnasium of Mountain View-Los Altos proudly announces Nitin Kumar as the 2nd place winner of the 5th grade level.
Mathnasium of Mountain View-Los Altos hosted its second annual National TriMathlon on the weekend
of September 29th and 30th, along with more than 160 participating centers across the United States
(www.mathnasium.com/TriMathlon). This free event was open to all students in 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th grade
attending public, private, or home school... read more
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The Caltrain Holiday Train is Back!
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It's never too early to get into the Holiday Spirit. The Caltrain Holiday Train, thanks to the generous support of Silicon Valley Community Foundation, is back this year after a two-year hiatus. Northern California's largest toy train will visit selected stations to collect toys for good little boys and girls Dec. 1 and 2.
Santa's helpers can get a jump on the giving season by visiting the new Caltrain Holiday Train website: www.holiday-train.org. Individuals and institutions can support the event by making a donation on the website or sign up to be a volunteer. Learn more.
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Renewing Members
Thank you for your continued support of the Chamber of Commerce Mountain View. Click here to see this month's renewing members.
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M2M Discounts
Save money when making purchases at participating Chamber member companies. Learn more.
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