Pasadena Chamber of Commerce

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The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce and Civic Association is a dynamic professional business organization. Since its founding as the Board of Trade in 1888, the Chamber has played a major role in the development of our internationally renowned city. In the 21st century, the Chamber's primary purpose remains supporting the prosperity of our members and enhancing of the business climate and quality of life in Pasadena, California.

As a representative of greater Pasadena, the Chamber serves as a resource for information, an advocate for business and economic development and a partner in facilitating our members' prosperity. The Chamber works closely with the City of Pasadena, local service organizations, business districts and community based organizations to promote the economic health of our area, maintain the character of our neighborhoods and support an excellent small city environment for business, residents and visitors.

The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization that offers many benefits and opportunities to serve our community. Membership provides networking opportunities to increase business contacts, a "members only" referral service, access to advertising and publicity in the monthly newsletter and the annual Business Directory and Community Guide - Now Online - and a meaningful voice in government affairs.

Pasadena is a vigorous community rich in opportunity. While best known for the Tournament of Roses'^® Rose Parade and the Rose Bowl^® Game, Pasadena is the only small city in the world that offers world class educational institutions, renowned museums, stunning architecture, vibrant shopping and entertainment districts and top-notch performing arts venues, as well as theater, dance and music companies and a celebrated symphony. Venues for jazz, rock and world music add a lively soundtrack to Pasadena's exciting nightlife while children and families enjoy unmatched recreation and entertainment.

Greater Pasadena is the home of visionaries and implementers. Scientists and students at the California Institute of Technology investigate the most challenging, fundamental problems in science and technology. Fuller Theological Seminary trains Christian leaders for service in the new millennium. Art Center College of Design has been a leader in art and design education for nearly 75 years. The California School of Culinary Arts trains passionate, skillful and artistic chefs in the tradition of Le Cordon Bleu while engineers and scientists at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory explore the far reaches of our solar system.

Multi-national corporations make Pasadena home. Parsons Corporation has been delivering innovative engineering and construction solutions for more than 60 years. Avery Dennison is a global leader in pressure-sensitive technology, self-adhesive base materials and self-adhesive consumer and office products. Western Asset is one of the world's premier fixed income managers. Chamber members are leaders in telecommunications, biotechnology, finance and investments, advertising and design. The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce also counts among its members realtors, auto dealers, cleaners, grocers, plumbers, restaurants, bookstores and all manner of retail, medical and professional service providers.

For more details on membership in the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce, visit our office at 865 East Del Mar Boulevard, call (626) 795-3355 or email Kelly@pasadena-chamber.org.