| It was great to see so many of you at last week's Board meeting. Our final session of the year offered updates about the preparations for our Board Retreat, 2025 plans and the Chamber’s role in the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. |
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| BOARD MEETING RECAP |
Chamber Prepares for LA28
Thank you to Michelle Bohen of Deloitte for outlining the Chamber's efforts to ensure the Los Angeles business community is prepared for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
November Ballot
I am grateful to the Board for approving the Chamber's positions on the November ballot measures. The Policy team and Policy Councils have done an outstanding job of reviewing and analyzing the measures. Thank you all for your hard work and dedication.
State Propositions
Proposition 2 – Support
Proposition 4 – Support
Proposition 5 – Neutral
Proposition 32 – Oppose
Proposition 33 – Oppose
Proposition 34 – Neutral
Proposition 35 – Support
Proposition 36 – Support
L.A. County Measures
Measure G - Support
Measure A - Oppose
City of Los Angeles Measures
Measure DD – Support
Measure HH – Support
Measure II – Support
Measure ER – Support
Measure FF – Support
Los Angeles Unified School District
Measure LL – Support
Measure US - Support
For updates on public policy, view our Policy Updates. |
| NEW BOARD MEMBERS |
We are excited to welcome the newly-elected members to the Chamber Board. Please join me in giving them a warm welcome!
Paul Albarian
Lockton Insurance Brokers, LLC
Claudia Bodan
BMO Bank
Troy Brown
University of West Los Angeles
Troy Christian
The Los Angeles Athletic Club
Bereneces Johnson Eanes
CSULA
Santiago Ferrer
Boston Consulting Group
Brian Hernandez
U.S. Bank
Dennis Rodriguez
Parsons
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| HIGHLIGHTS FROM LAST WEEK |
- Thank you to everyone who attended the Los Angeles World Affairs Council & Town Hall event, featuring a compelling discussion with Chevron Board Chair and CEO Mike Wirth, moderated by former SBA Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet. This successful event, co-hosted by the Chamber and LAEDC, offered profound insights and fostered meaningful dialogue.
- I had the pleasure of joining Consul General Kenko Sone of Japan and Consul General Carlos González Gutiérrez of Mexico for a planning luncheon to coordinate collaboration efforts. It was a valuable opportunity to continue strengthening ties with the Consular Corps in Los Angeles.
- I was pleased to represent the Chamber at Mayor Bass' celebration of the Olympic and Paralympic flag installation at City Hall. The event, themed "Games For All," marked an exciting new chapter in Olympic history. Congratulations to Board member Renata Simril for her role in helping to organize such a memorable event.
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| FOR YOUR CALENDAR |
Thursday, September 19: Pancakes & Politics, 8:30 a.m. – Register Here
Join the next Pancakes & Politics Speaker Series featuring Assemblymember for California District 61, Tina McKinnor.
Thursday, September 19: Education and Workforce Development Council, 10:00 a.m.via Zoom – Register Here
Join the Education & Workforce Development (EWD) Policy Council to learn about statewide bills to bolster education and career-to-workforce readiness.
Wednesday, September 25: Travel, Tourism & Sports Council, 10:00 a.m. via Zoom – Register Here
Join the Travel, Tourism & Sports Policy Council for a special session on legislative updates impacting the business community. |
| BOARD INVITATIONS |
September 24, 2024 — Roundtable with Croatia’s Prime Minister, Andrej Plenković
Join us for a roundtable with the Prime Minister of Croatia Andrej Plenković at the Chamber. Prime Minster Plenković will discuss Croatia's integration and economic successes, making it one of the fastest growing economies in the EU. The discussion will cover the business climate and investment opportunities in Croatia. The event will be held at the Chamber at 4:00 p.m. Please RSVP with Lucy Bradley.
September 25, 2024 — Doing Business with Mexico Roundtable
Join us for an exclusive luncheon hosted by Amb. Carlos González-Gutiérrez at the Official Residence of Mexico in Los Angeles. The discussion will explore why Mexico is currently the U.S.’ top trading partner with guest speaker, Juan Pérez, who will provide insights into the significant fluctuations of the Mexican Peso in 2024. To register, visit here. |
| UPCOMING AT THE CHAMBER |
Dec 9 – Holiday V.I.P. Reception SPONSOR
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| BOARD RETREAT |
First Vice Chair George Pla invites you to join us for our 2024 Board Retreat. RSVP here. We are excited to continue the conversation from the Board meeting! |
| 2025 BOARD CALENDAR |
- Please find the 2025 Board Calendar. All meetings will be added to the calendar.
- For 2025, if you are interested in serving on a Board Committee or a Policy Council, please reach out to Maria S. Salinas.
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| CONNECT WITH US |
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Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce
350 S. Bixel Street
Los Angeles, CA 90017 |
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