The Business Perspective
Measuring Our Commitment to the Region
Maria S. Salinas on August 19, 2021 at 10:00:00 am
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As the pandemic took a hold of our economy, small businesses were hit the hardest. Many closed their doors permanently while others were forced to move quickly to reinvent and reimagine their business models.
Shaping the Future of a New Economy
Maria S. Salinas on August 13, 2021 at 10:00:00 am
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The COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on families, communities, and livelihoods. Its impact was being felt well beyond hospital doors, through shuttered businesses, lost jobs, and a stagnant economy.
Legislative Session Resumes in Sacramento
Maria S. Salinas on August 6, 2021 at 12:00:00 am
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The Chamber‘s policy agenda includes legislation on topics ranging from housing, to transportation, to sustainability, and education. We testified on a number of issues which were identified as a priority for the business community.
Protecting Our Health, Protecting Our Communities
Maria S. Salinas on July 29, 2021 at 10:00:00 am
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People around the world waited for what felt like a lifetime to see a light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel, and we were fortunate to finally see it in the distribution of the vaccine.
Protecting Each Other Through Vaccines
Maria S. Salinas on July 23, 2021 at 10:00:00 am
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L.A. County public health officials implemented a mask mandate for public indoor spaces – a precaution that we should all take seriously regardless of our vaccination status, especially given the new rise in coronavirus cases.
New State Budget is Crucial for Recovery
Maria S. Salinas on July 15, 2021 at 10:00:00 am
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California Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 129 on Monday. The legislation reflects the majority of the state budget agreement, a $100 billion investment which capstones the California Comeback Plan.
Ensuring Recovery for All
Maria S. Salinas on July 7, 2021 at 10:00:00 am
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Eliminating barriers and maximizing access to opportunity is at the core of our work at the Chamber in support of our region’s small business community. In Los Angeles County alone, 93% of businesses have fewer than 20 employees in a community with the highest concentration of women and minority owned businesses in the country.
Preparedness Drives a Resilient Economy
Maria S. Salinas on June 30, 2021 at 10:00:00 am
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Among the lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, one which remains abundantly clear is that we must be better prepared for natural disasters in all their forms.
Supporting Small Business Recovery Using Digital Technology
Maria S. Salinas on June 23, 2021 at 10:00:00 am
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The pandemic has been devastating for the small business community in the Los Angeles region. Businesses led by women and people of color have been disproportionately impacted – serving as yet another reminder: it’s the most vulnerable who are often the hardest hit in any economic disruption.
California Is Open for Business
Maria S. Salinas on June 16, 2021 at 10:00:00 am
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With COVID-19 restrictions lifted throughout California this week, the state is poised to begin a bold recovery. June 15, 2021 will be remembered as the start of our economic recovery, and while change won’t occur overnight, the lifting of restrictions marks the first real sign of hope since the pandemic began.