Chamber Celebrates 136th Year of Leadership in the Region
The Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated 136 years of business leadership in the region during the annual Inaugural. The signature event, themed, “Bringing the World Within Reach,” included nearly 800 guests, business and civic leaders from throughout the region. The event highlighted the innovative global economy of the region and its attraction to businesses across the globe. Guest enjoyed an evening on the beautiful grounds of the Skirball Cultural Center.
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2024 Inaugural Recognizes Business Leadership
The L.A. Area Chamber celebrated its annual Inaugural event, and presented the Distinguished Business Leader award to Angel City Football Club co-founders, Julie Uhrman, Kara Nortman, and Natalie Portman. This honor is given to individuals who demonstrate extraordinary success in business and a commitment to the greater community. The Corporate Leadership Award, given to an organization which demonstrates exceptional leadership and dedication to the growth of the region, was presented to JPMorgan Chase. Kelly Shupe, Business Banking Division Director, accepted the honor on behalf of the company.
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Meet Janet Lamkin, L.A. Area Chamber's 2024 Board Chair
The Chamber's Inaugural welcomed the organization’s incoming Board chair, Janet Lamkin, Senior Vice President of global market and community innovation with United Airlines. The Chamber is excited to welcome Janet as our new Board chair, "as a forward-thinking leader who champions global opportunities for dynamic regions like Los Angeles, she understands the impact, thinking globally can have in creating jobs, opportunity and an economy which works for all,” stated Maria S. Salinas, L.A. Area Chamber President and CEO.
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Celebrating Community Impact Award Partners GLAAACC
This year the Community Impact Award, which recognizes partners who help to amplify the Chamber’s work in supporting small businesses and growing the economy, was presented to the Greater Los Angeles African American Chamber of Commerce (GLAAACC). Gene Hale, GLAAACC Chairman and Founder, along with Angela Gibson-Shaw, President and CEO, accepted the award. Congratulations to the entire GLAAACC team!
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California State Legislature Deadline
Today is the last day for new bills to be introduced to the California State Legislature. The Chamber has been closely following and monitoring bills that have been introduced.
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New Bill Providing Unemployment Insurance Introduced
A new bill that would provide unemployment insurance (UI) benefits for striking workers was introduced in the California Legislature this week by Senator Anthony Portantino. This new bill, SB 1116, is a reintroduction of last year’s SB 799, which was vetoed by Governor Gavin Newsom. The Chamber will strongly advocate in opposition to this bill.
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JBA Holds Meeting on Hydrogen Technology
The Japan Business Association (JBA) of Southern California held a meeting on a Sustainable Future with Hydrogen Technology. The event was hosted at the residence of the Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles. Kenko Sone and his wife Mami opened the official residence of the Consul General of Japan to guests to learn about Hydrogen innovations in Japan. Chamber President & CEO Maria S. Salinas joined the meeting with other business and civic leaders from the southland.
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Health Care & Small Business Council on New Medi-Cal Laws
Join our next virtual session on February 21 to hear from Assemblymember Miguel Santiago on the impacts and rollout status of the newly implemented Medi-Cal laws. Professionals and stakeholders from the healthcare and small business sectors will discuss issues, share insights, and explore collaborative opportunities. Register here.
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Vaccinate All 58
Updated COVID-19 vaccines are available to most adults living in the U.S. through their private health insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid plans For more information on free COVID-19 vaccines for adults visit CDC's Bridge Access Program or Vaccines for Children.
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Chamber Joins Mobility 21 in Sacramento
The Chamber joined Mobility 21, the Southern California regional transportation coalition, in Sacramento this week. California Transportation Secretary Toks Omishakin met with the coalition and shared the agency’s goals for 2024, based on the “Core Four” principles: Safety, Equity, Climate Action, and Economic Prosperity. California is set to receive $33 billion from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the largest funding to any one state. CalTrans Director Tony Taveras joined the meeting and shared some of the investment in infrastructure, projects and goals to expand small business spend. The visit to Sacramento included meetings with legislators, High Speed Rail Authority, and the Governor’s office.
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Celebrating Black History Month
The Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce celebrates Black History Month along with the contributions and achievements of African Americans to our region.
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COUNCIL MEETINGS & EVENTS
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Joint Session: Land Use, Construction & Housing Council & Ad Hoc on Homelessness
Tuesday, February 20, 9:00 a.m.
MEMBER ONLY EVENT
Please join the Land Use, Construction, and Housing Council for a joint session with the Ad Hoc on Homelessness Committee to hear key legislative issues impacting the business community.
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Member Orientation
Thursday, February 22, 3:45 p.m.
MEMBER ONLY EVENT
This orientation is open to all new members, new staff of existing members and seasoned members. Our orientation is designed to empower you with the tools to make the most of your membership and showcase the abundance of resources available to enhance your business.
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Innovation and Technology Council
Tuesday, February 27, 2:00 p.m.
MEMBER ONLY EVENT
Register for our next Innovation and Technology Council meeting to hear more about digital inclusion in L.A. County and broadband access.
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Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce
350 S. Bixel Street
Los Angeles, CA 90017
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