Celebrating World Trade Week in Long Beach
As one of the busiest ports in the country and home to One World Trade Center, Long Beach serves as a gateway for goods arriving from all over the world. The 98th World Trade Week kickoff conference is rapidly approaching and we are excited to celebrate the benefits of global trade in the City of Long Beach this year. Long Beach mayor Rex Richardson will provide opening remarks for the event, followed by California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis as our keynote speaker. Don't miss one of our most exciting events of the year - register today.
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Honoring Women's History Month With YMCA
The L.A. Area Chamber was honored to celebrate Women’s History Month at the first Women in Leadership event of the year. The new CEO for the YWCA, Lori Carmona, was the featured keynote for the sold-out event, hosted at the historic Hollywood Studio Club. The event also featured an engaging panel discussion with Zoila Escobar, President of the AltaMed Foundation and Executive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer of AltaMed Health Services; Theresa Edy Kiene, CEO of Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles; Nella McOsker, President and CEO of Central City Association; and Natalie Samarjian, CEO of Coro Southern California.
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Dodgers Kick Off Opening Day
Last week was the official opening day for the Los Angeles Dodgers who kicked off their 2024 season with a two-game matchup against the San Diego Padres in Seoul, South Korea as part of a home-and-home series. On Thursday, March 28, the Dodgers opened at home and defeated the St. Louis Cardinals. We'd like to wish the Dodger organization the best of luck during this MLB season.
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Congress Passes $1.2 Trillion Spending Bill, Avoids Shutdown
Last week, Congress narrowly avoided a government shutdown by passing a $1.2 trillion spending bill to fund critical agencies related to defense, financial services, homeland security, health and human services and more through the fiscal year of 2024. The Chamber commends the efforts made by key decision makers in Washington to successfully avoid this possibility, which would have caused significant damage to federal programs and operations. For more information on the spending bill, click here.
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Chamber Opposes Opt-Out Preference Legislation
On Monday, March 25, the L.A. Area Chamber signed onto a coalition letter opposing AB 3048, which pertains to the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018: Opt-in as introduced February 16, 2024. This bill effectively makes universal opt-out preference mechanisms mandatory under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) to transmit consumers’ opt-out preferences to businesses that they interact with online. The Chamber will continue to strongly advocate to oppose AB 3048 as as it advances in the process.
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Announcing Mayor Rex Richardson as Featured Speaker at World Trade Week
Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson will provide remarks for this year’s World Trade Week conference happening on May 1. Long Beach is home to one of the world's busiest seaports in the country and serves as a major gateway for trade. You won’t want to miss this - register today!
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The Chamber Discusses Federal Healthcare Contracting Opportunities
The Small Business Council held an informative meeting with Shannon Jackson, Executive Director of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization. A wealth of information was shared on how regional small businesses can apply for contract opportunities with HHS and practical tips for effectively navigating the process. To view the session recording, click here.
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Angel City Football Club - Small Business Grant Program
The Angel City Football Club has launched Player 22, a small business grant program, offering a unique opportunity to support and empower local entrepreneurs. Eligible small business owners are invited to apply for grants, designed to help them grow their ventures and impact our community. Applicants have the chance to receive up to $10,000 in grant funding. Don't miss this opportunity. Apply by April 5.
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OSPSC: Yard Transformation Rebates
Transform your yard and save water with Yard Transformation Rebates. You can receive rebates for adopting water-efficient landscaping, conserving water and beautifying our community one yard at a time. For more information in English, Spanish, Chinese and Korean, click here.
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LABC Mayoral Housing, Transportation & Jobs Summit
Register for the Los Angeles Business Council's 22nd annual Mayoral Housing, Transportation & Jobs Summit taking place on Friday, May 10, 2024, at the UCLA Luskin Center. California's leading minds in government will convene to discuss improving the livability and economic competitiveness of Los Angeles and California. For more information, go here.
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Women’s History Month
Natalie Samarjian is the CEO of Coro Southern California. She earned her Juris Doctorate from UCLA School of Law, her Master of Science at the Heinz School of Public Policy & Management at Carnegie Mellon University, and her Bachelor of Arts at UCLA. Natalie is an alumnus of the Coro Fellows Program in Public Affairs and Emerge California, and was a recipient of the Empowerment Congress’ Emerging Civic Leaders 40 Under 40 award and a recipient of LA Impact-Makers to Watch award. Natalie serves on the boards of Public Counsel and the UCLA Alumni Association.
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COUNCIL MEETINGS & EVENTS
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ACCESS Sacramento
April 17-18, 2024
COMMUNITY EVENT
ACCESS Sacramento provides a platform for the delegation to advocate for the Los Angeles region at the state level. Through a series of keynote speakers and panel discussions, attendees can connect with elected officials, share their stories and business knowledge, to help shape policy.
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Pancakes & Politics
Thursday, April 25, 8:30 a.m.
MEMBER ONLY EVENT
Join us for the next installment of the Accenture Pancakes & Politics on Thursday, April 25, featuring L.A. County Supervisor Kathryn Barger (5th District). Pancakes & Politics provides Chamber members opportunities to network with leaders in business and elected offices who influence policy issues important to the Los Angeles region.
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Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce
350 S. Bixel Street
Los Angeles, CA 90017
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