Blogs of the LA Area Chamber
Global Initiatives Council Briefed by Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development
Center for Global Trade & Foreign Investment on November 20, 2019 at 12:00:00 pm
Posted in L.A. Business This Week
Bud Colligan, Senior Adviser for International Affairs and Trade at the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development, addressed members of the Chamber's Global Initiatives Council this week to provide an update on California's strategy to expand international trade and investment opportunities.
Los Angeles County Fire Department Chief Talks Proposed Ballot Measure
Center for Business Advocacy on November 19, 2019 at 12:00:00 pm
Posted in L.A. Business This Week
The Los Angeles County Fire Department serves more than 2,200 square miles and 59 cities and unincorporated communities. On Nov. 19, L.A. County Fire Chief Daryl Osby and Deputy Fire Chief Jon O'Brien joined the Government & Fiscal Affairs Council to present the challenges the department faces as wildfires continue to become more prevalent in Southern California and the number of calls for services steadily increases.
Chamber Participates in Mayor to Mayor Luncheon and Fireside Chat
Center for Business Advocacy on November 18, 2019 at 5:00:00 pm
Posted in L.A. Business This Week
Chamber President & CEO Maria S. Salinas joined Mayor of Boston Marty Walsh and L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti for a discussion on topics impacting the L.A. regional economy, including innovation, transportation, housing and sustainability.
Bixel Exchange Celebrates Community at L.A. Tech Founders x Talent Coworking Day
Center for Innovation & Technology on November 13, 2019 at 5:00:00 pm
Posted in L.A. Business This Week
On Nov. 13, Bixel Exchange hosted its L.A. Tech Founders x Talent Coworking Day at General Assembly DTLA.
A Fireside Conversation with Workforce Leaders
L.A. Area Chamber on November 12, 2019 at 8:00:00 pm
Posted in L.A. Business This Week
On Nov. 12, Chamber President & CEO Maria S. Salinas joined a conversation on the Future of Work at Pasadena City College.
Chamber Hosts Executive Roundtable on Affordable Housing
L.A. Area Chamber on November 12, 2019 at 12:00:00 pm
Posted in L.A. Business This Week
On Nov. 12, the Chamber joined Los Angeles Rams COO Kevin Demoff and former Board Chair Michelle Kerrick, Deloitte, for an engaging roundtable discussion on the affordable housing crisis.
Sen. María Elena Durazo Joins Education & Workforce Development Council
Center for Education & Workforce Development on November 8, 2019 at 12:00:00 pm
Posted in L.A. Business This Week
The Honorable Sen. María Elena Durazo (SD 24) joined the Chamber's Education & Workforce Development Council Friday morning to discuss her vision of education in the state.
Chamber helps shape the future of transportation and goods movement with Metro
Center for Business Advocacy on November 7, 2019 at 11:59:00 pm
Posted in L.A. Business This Week
This month, the Chamber joined Metro's Task Force and Freight Working Group to provide input on future strategic planning.
Chamber provides key updates in Export Documentation Briefing
Center for Global Trade & Foreign Investment on November 7, 2019 at 12:00:00 pm
Posted in L.A. Business This Week
The Chamber, in partnership with Fast Track Global Services (FTGS), the U.S. Commercial Service and District Export Council of Southern California, was joined by local exporters and manufacturers this week to receive key updates and information on export documentation solutions from industry experts.
Chamber Gives Back to L.A. Food Bank
Center for Small Business Success on November 7, 2019 at 12:00:00 am
Posted in L.A. Business This Week
On Nov. 7, the Chamber hosted a canned food drive to benefit the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank as a part of a special "Giving Thanks" themed Business After Hours Mixer.