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"When I started Toms, I had this spontaneous idea to help children in Argentina — and it felt good. But in the six years since then, I have realized that giving doesn't just feel good, it's also a good business practice. You can attract some amazing talent when you're offering people an opportunity to be a part of something bigger.”
—Blake Mycoskie, founder and chief shoe giver, TOMS, and recipient of the Civic Entrepreneur of the Year award at the Southern California Visionaries Awards Luncheon on Tuesday.
"You need patience and persistence to be successful for capitalizing on government contracting.”
—Brandon Shamim, Chamber Board member and Chair of the Small Business Council, at the 2011 Annual Small Business Summit on the art of bidding and procurement on Wednesday at the Chamber.
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L.A. moves to overhaul commercial trash pickups
Daily Breeze, Dec. 6
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City to revamp private trash collection plan
Contra Costa Times, Dec. 6
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Memorial Announced for Former Avery Dennison Chairman and Former Chamber Board Chair
Los Angeles Business Journal, Dec. 6
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The 10th Annual Cash for College: College & Career Convention received a lot of media coverage including on: ABC 7, KNX 1070, KMEX 34, KVEA 52, KCRW 89.3 FM, Wradio 690 AM, Azteca TV 22
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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA VISIONARIES LUNCHEON CELEBRATES DYNAMIC LEADERSHIP
More than 300 of the region’s top business, government and nonprofit leaders came together on Tuesday for the Southern California Visionaries Awards Luncheon at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel. Southern California Leadership Network alumni and guests honored several leaders who provided a glimpse to their approach in inspiring positive change. "What we need today are bridge leaders," said Dr. Cynthia Telles, UCLA Neuropsychiatric Institute Spanish Speaking Psychosocial Clinic. Honorees agreed that leaders need to help our youth find the appropriate skill-sets to build those bridges and be prepared for the future. Above from left: Ambassador Frank Baxter, Jefferies & Company, Inc.; California State Controller John Chiang; Janet Lamkin, Bank of America California; Tom Conley (LSC '99), State Farm Insurance Companies; Dr. Cynthia Telles, UCLA; and Blake Mycoskie, TOMS. View photo gallery. Contact Hadia Kabir, 213.580.7524. Photo by ImageActive
More than 11,500 students attend annual Cash for College Convention
 On Wednesday and Thursday, students and their families attended financial aid and college life workshops at the 10th Annual Cash for College: College & Career Convention at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The students met with more than 100 college and career representatives asking questions about available resources to pay for college. "This event is about giving hope to thousands of education-hungry Angelenos and letting them know college is within their reach,” said Chamber Senior Vice President and UNITE-LA President David Rattray. Ten students were presented with $1,000 scholarships on Wednesday night. Contact Alma Salazar, 213.580.7566.
Chamber testifies on overhaul of commercial trash pickups
 The Los Angeles City Council voted this week to issue a five year notice to commercial waste haulers, which notifies them of the City's intention to create a franchise system for commercial waste haulers. The Chamber testified to support an open system that allows all haulers to compete for contracts and opposes an exclusive system that would put small haulers out of business and potentially increase rates for property owners. Contact Beverly Kenworthy, 213.580.7531.
Chamber-supported Hoover Power Act headed to the White House
 The Hoover Power Allocation Act is now headed for President Barack Obama's signature. The bill allocates and expands the availability of emission-free hydroelectric power generated at Hoover Dam through 2067. The Los Angeles Department of Water & Power uses the hydroelectric power generated at Hoover Dam to support the Department's integration of renewable energy resources, such as wind and solar power. Following initial passage by both chambers, the House recently passed a resolution to fix a few technical issues in the bill. It has now cleared the final congressional hurdle and heads to the president's desk. The Chamber advocated for the Hoover Power Act during its annual ACCESS Washington, D.C. event this year. Join us for next year's trip, March 5-7. Register now or contact Jessica Duboff, 213.580.7558.
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New perishable center opens at LAX
 Apollo Freight, whose parent company is Mercury Air Group, Inc., recently opened a state-of-the-art 15,663-square-foot facility, which is part of a new 37,000-square-foot warehouse facility at the Los Angeles International Airport. The perishable center significantly expands capacity for refrigerated goods that travel to and from the Southern California area. On average, the facility will handle approximately 100 tons of produce daily with an estimated market value of $90 million annually. Pictured above from left: Victor Adducie and Ivo Skorin of Apollo Freight; Libby Williams, Office of Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. Read more. Photo courtesy of Mercury Air Group
Handock Cosmetics USA to open new office in Los Angeles on Dec. 19
 Handock Cosmetics USA will hold a grand opening ceremony on Monday, Dec. 19 at the Garden Suites Hotel. Handock Cosmetics Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. Handock produces functional cosmetic, skin care and health supplement products for men and women. Chamber members are invited to attend the grand opening. Read more.
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Chamber co-partners event at future incubator site
On Wednesday, the Chamber partnered with the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator and the Pew Charitable Trusts for an event to discuss fostering cleantech innovation in Los Angeles with Brandon Hurlbut, chief of staff to Department of Energy Secretary Steven Chu. Chamber President & CEO Gary Toebben, above, delivered opening remarks at the permanent site for the future incubator, thanking attendees for their work as innovators and entrepreneurs. A panel discussion explored the future of energy policy in America and how Los Angeles can play a role in developing a clean energy future. Contact Jessica Duboff, 213.580.7558.
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"KNX ON YOUR CORNER" PUTS LISTENERS 'ON THE BOULEVARD' DEC. 9
KNX 1070 Newsradio will shine a spotlight on Ventura Boulevard in the San Fernando Valley on Friday, Dec. 9 with the debut of "KNX on Your Corner." The day's programming will focus on the rich history and variety of businesses along Ventura Boulevard. Community leaders and local residents will be featured guests and broadcast live much of the day from Jerry's Deli (16650 Ventura Boulevard) in Encino. Learn more.
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