L.A. BUSINESS THIS WEEK
Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce Weekly Newsletter
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Chamber to take leadership role on housing for L.A. City Council President
On Tuesday, L.A. City Council President Herb Wesson announced the formation of a new commission on affordable housing in partnership with the Chamber and the Los Angeles County Federation of Labor (LAFed). The commission will suggest solutions to L.A.'s housing shortage and affordability crisis. The commission was announced during Wesson's speech setting his agenda for his final term as L.A. City Council President. LEARN MORE.
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Securing your business in an insecure world
Special Agent John Palieri from the Los Angeles Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation joined the Chamber's Innovation & Technology Council to discuss the threats of cybersecurity to businesses. The presentation included various attack methods used by criminals to obtain information about businesses, statistics on losses to business and cost-efficient ways to protect against cyber-attacks. SEE THE PHOTOS.
Gov. Brown signs California cap-and-trade extension
Metro Board passes Zero Emission Bus strategic plan
The Chamber testified at the Metro Board of Directors meeting yesterday to urge the Board to approve a technology-neutral, performance-based approach to transitioning to a cleaner bus fleet. The Board passed the Zero Emission Bus strategic plan with the amendments that the business community asked for, which will lead to a more cost effective and inclusive process. LEARN MORE.
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Chamber member awarded $90.8 million Metro contract
Chamber member Triunity Engineering & Management and their partner Kal Krishnan Consulting has been awarded a $90.8 million contract by Metro, the largest contract ever awarded to a small, minority-owned business. The contract is for program management support services provided to implement Measure M. READ MORE.
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Discover what your Chamber membership can do for you!
Your Chamber membership is a proven investment to help you grow your business. New and seasoned members alike can join us on Aug.3 for our Member Orientation to learn more about member benefits and services, including company and employee savings on office supplies with Office Depot and our Member-to-Member discount program! Meet the Chamber staff and find out how you can take part in events, programs and our public policy councils. RSVP NOW.
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NextLA takes networking to the next level at L.A.'s largest mixer
Last week, NextLA, the exciting new iteration of the L.A. Junior Chamber of Commerce, hosted a booth at L.A.'s Largest Mixer at the Pasadena Convention Center. The booth offered attendees the opportunity to enjoy their photo booth and a place to rest and recharge phones during the event. You can check out all NextLA has to offer L.A.'s young professionals HERE or by attending their upcoming workshop: Advancing Your Career Through Leading Others, Sept. 30 at Cross Campus DTLA. JOIN NEXTLA!
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SCLN 30-in-30: David Porges
"Are leaders born, made or self-made?" Peter Drucker, management consultant, educator and author, liked to ask this question. SCLN's 30-in-30 honoree David Porges, director of corporate responsibility for Grant Thornton, used this question to reflect on his last 30 years in business and his journey as a leader. Learn more about David's insights over the last 30 years and what SCLN contributed to his experiences HERE.
The 30-in-30 campaign is a celebration of SCLN's 30th anniversary, honoring 30 outstanding alumni throughout 2017. Thank you to our 30th anniversary sponsors: The Albertsons Companies Foundation and The Vons Foundation, Southern California Gas Company and Walmart. Join us in strengthening Southern California's civic and community fabric -- to learn more about how to boost your company's profile during our 30th anniversary celebrations, contact Nancy Olson.
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Chamber and LARExC STEP Grant support leads to market success
In early March, the Chamber and the Los Angeles Regional Export Council (LARExC) used a California State Trade and Export Promotion (STEP) Grant to fund the participation of seven regional manufacturers in the first ever California Pavilion at the Australian International Airshow. Participating executives reported over half a million dollars in sales to foreign buyers as a result of the trade show. The event was made possible thanks to the U.S. Commercial Service and the Small Business Administration's STEP Grant through the California STEP Grant Initiative. Learn more about STEP and other trade programs HERE.
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Chamber engages business and education leaders on LACCD strategic plan
This week, the L.A. Compact partnered with the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) to engage business and education leaders on LACCD's new strategic plan. The plan lays out LACCD's strategic vision and includes goals related to increasing certificate, degree and transfer completion; improving organizational effectiveness; and ensuring fiscal integrity. The Chamber is a signatory to the L.A. Compact, a bold commitment by 23 leading L.A. organizations to transform regional education outcomes, ensuring that today's youth have the skills to compete and succeed in the new, global workforce. LEARN MORE.
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The Action
Chamber to take leadership role on housing for L.A. City Council President
Policy This Week |
Securing your business in an insecure world
Gov. Brown signs California cap-and-trade extension
Metro Board passes Zero Emission Bus strategic plan
The Member |
Chamber member awarded $90.8 million Metro contract
The Opportunity |
Discover what your Chamber membership can do for you!
NextLA at L.A.'s Largest Mixer
Chamber and LARExC STEP Grant support leads to market success
Chamber engages business and education leaders on LACCD strategic plan
New Members
Member Good News
Chamber Diamond Club Members
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