Blogs of the LA Area Chamber
Ensuring L.A.’s African American Entrepreneurs Can Thrive
Maria S. Salinas on February 23, 2022 at 10:00:00 am
Posted in The Business Perspective
As a convener of thought leaders in the Los Angeles community, we are pleased to welcome the Chamber's partner and friend, Gene Hale, Chair of the Greater Los Angeles African American Chamber of Commerce and President of G&C Corporation, as the guest author of this week’s Business Perspective.
The Political Future of L.A.
Maria S. Salinas on February 16, 2022 at 10:00:00 am
Posted in The Business Perspective
Super Bowl LVI did not disappoint in showcasing the promise of Los Angeles from the thrill of the game to the featured home-grown talent at the halftime show. In the excitement of the Rams victory over the weekend, some people may have missed that Friday marked the deadline for candidates to file their intentions to run for office in the City of Los Angeles in 2022.
Advocacy from L.A. to Sacramento
Maria S. Salinas on February 10, 2022 at 10:00:00 am
Posted in The Business Perspective
It’s early in the year, but the Chamber has hit the ground running to ensure the business community is heard in Sacramento. Our advocacy efforts have been strategic and effective, with both business and community in mind as the California State Legislature began hearing and voting on far-reaching legislation early in the session.
Our Vision for 2022
Maria S. Salinas on February 2, 2022 at 10:00:00 am
Posted in The Business Perspective
Few imagined that we would be traveling this road of great uncertainty, a path where we were tested on so many levels, and yet, through it all, the L.A. region has remained resilient and hopeful for the future. This business community has shown itself to be an economic force not just for Los Angeles, but for the country and world. We are ready to demonstrate that we can safely move beyond the pandemic.