Blogs of the LA Area Chamber
New Leadership & Our Inaugural Awards
Maria S. Salinas on January 28, 2021 at 10:00:00 am
Posted in The Business Perspective
January marks the new year and a time for the Chamber to celebrate its time-honored tradition of “passing the gavel”, meaning the annual transition from one Board Chair to the next. For 133 years, the Chamber has fostered civic leadership through this transition.
A New Chapter for Our Country
Maria S. Salinas on January 21, 2021 at 10:00:00 am
Posted in The Business Perspective
The inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris marks a new chapter in our country's history. While there were not the traditional crowds, parades or celebratory events, we witnessed peaceful transfer of power. President Biden called for unity and spoke about the importance of our country's leadership as well as acknowledging the work ahead.
Achieving Relief for Businesses With Less Regulation
Maria S. Salinas on January 14, 2021 at 10:00:00 am
Posted in The Business Perspective
Last Friday, as is constitutionally required, Governor Newsom unveiled his proposed budget for California for the fiscal year beginning, July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022. The budget outlines historic investments in education, vaccine distribution systems, small business recovery and infrastructure.
Covid-19 Vaccine Brings Cautious Hope
Maria S. Salinas on January 8, 2021 at 10:00:00 am
Posted in The Business Perspective
Welcoming the new year with high hopes for the year ahead is overshadowed by the epic health crisis that we are currently experiencing. Next month will be one of the toughest as we see the result of holiday gatherings and the increase in new cases. The stress on our health care system is overwhelming and heartbreaking. We have never been in a crisis where we are talking about “rationing” care.