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Pasadena Chamber events and activities for April, 2019

Luncheon Alliance on  April 3rd sponsored by Tairen Truong and New York Life

April's Luncheon Alliance will be held at the Women's City Club at 160 North Oakland Avenue in Pasadena. (FREE parking is available off Madison Avenue behind the venue.) Sponsor of the April Luncheon Alliance is Tairen Troung and New York Life.

Download the flyer here: 

 

Please note: Cost for the lunch increased to $30 for Pasadena Chamber members and their guests and $35 for non-members. Those reserving after the Monday at 5pm deadline pay $5 more. Click here to reserve your place for the Luncheon Alliance: http://www.pasadena-chamber.org/forms/pasadena-chamber-luncheon-rsvp

Connection Breakfast 11th sponsored by TeamLogicIT and Justin Tsui

Join us to network and enjoy breakfast with fellow Chamber members at our monthly Connection Breakfast on April 11th as Justin Tsui hosts our monthly Connection Breakfast networking event. Learn about information technology, issues that may face your business, effective programs and services as you network, find contacts and collaborators, enjoy beakfast with fellow Chamber members and businesses at the Women's City Club at 160 North Oakland Avenue in Pasadena. Cost is now $30 for Chamber members and their guests / $35 for non-menbers. Those reserving after 5pm on the Monday preceding the event pay $5 more.

 

You can click here to register and pay:  http://www.pasadena-chamber.org/forms/breakfast-connection

To RSVP and register for the networking lunch and/or breakfast, you can also email: kelly@pasadena-chamber.org.

Pasadena Chamber After Hours social and mixer is Thursday, April 18th hosted by the Hotel Constance Pasadena

Join us on Thursday, April 18th at 5pm at 928 East Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena, as the Hotel Constance Pasadena hosts our monthly Pasadena Chamber After Hours social and mixer. No need to RSVP, just show up to enjoy friends, networking, and a festive party with delicious food adn refreshing beversages. Admission is FREE as the hotel celebrates the opening of its recently competed addition. Onsite parking is available at the hotel. There is free parking on adjacent streets.

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Small Business Opportunity Fair April 2nd at Pasadena Convention Center

Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the Pasadena Chamber and the City of Pasadena host the annual Small Business Opportunity Fair at the pasadena Convention Center at 300 East Green Street at 8am on April 2nd. The opportunity fair is your chance to meet large businesses in the area who are looking for small business partners and vendors. Don't  miss this unique opportunity to connect with large businesses who want to work with you. 

To register, click here: https://acquisitions.jpl.nasa.gov/events/opportunityfair2019/

There are still openings for exhibitors (large business or government agency) and matchmaking. Please contact the JPL Small Business Programs Office at: smallbusiness.programsoffice@jpl.nasa.gov or 818-393-8018.

Pasadena Chamber Golf Tournament is April 5th at Brookside Golf Club

Support the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce Annual Spring Golf Tournament.  Tee Off at 8am on April 5th at Brookside Golf Club

A morning of fun on the links is followed by hosted cocktail reception and awards ceremony.

Anyone wishing information or who wants to sign up to play or sponsor the tournament can call the Chamber at 626-795-3355 or email leanne@pasadena-chamber.org. Pacific Commerce Bank, IUOE Local 12 and Parsons Corporation are Silver Sponsors.

You can sign up online at www.pasadena-chamber.org/forms/pasadena-chamber-commerce-spring-golf-tournament.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF EXISTING PASADENA CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS-Maximize your Chamber membership

Interested in getting more involved with the Chamber? Join one of our committees

There are many ways to be involved with the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce and Civic Association.

One way is to be a member of one of our subcommittees. Subcommittees assist with visioning and overseeing the work of the Chamber in several key areas.

  • 1. MEMBER SERVICES Vice-chair: John Leano, Bryan’s Cleaners and Laundry. The Chamber committee focuses on increasing value to our members by serving their needs, supporting their interests, and providing a forum for advice and interaction through collaboration, education and connecting with the community.

  • 2. ECONOMIC AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Vice-chair: Don Schweitzer Law Offices of Donald P. Schweitzer. The committee helps our members develop and maximize their business performance by providing opportunities for our large and small members to interact for the benefit of both and by supporting local economic vitality in collaboration with stakeholders.

  • LEGISLATIVE AND GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE Vice-Chair: Amir Johnson, AT&T. The Committee examines and makes recommendation on proposed legislation, regulations and fees that may impact Pasadena Chamber members so the Chamber can represent the interests of our members by serving as an effective advocate before local, regional, state and federal governing bodies.

  • WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Vice-chair: Ishmael Trone, F&M Business Center, Ideal Youth. The Committee assists the Chamber to help students, veterans, displaced workers and existing skilled and underskilled workers to become contributing members of Pasadena’s workforce. We will be a recognized resource for addressing workforce development needs in the local community through alignment of professional skills with needs of employers.

  • TECHNOLOGY Vice-Chair: Justin Tsui, TeamLogic IT. State-of-the-art technology enhances support services provided by the Chamber, expands resources available to members and staff and improves the effectiveness of the Chamber. The Committee examines internal technology needs of the Chamber as well as issues, upgrades, hardware and software and infrastructure that may impact Pasadena Chamber members.

 

If you are interested in serving on any of these committees and assisting the Chamber in serving our members, please email paul@pasadena-chamber.org.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Mix, mingle and have fun networking at the Pasadena Chamber After Hours social and mixer at Hilton Pasadena March 21st

Join us for our January Pasadena Chamber After Hours social and mixer at The Hilton Pasadena on Thursday, March 21st from 5pm to 7pm.

Enjoy tasty treats and libations at the newly remodeled The Hilton Pasadena at 168 South Los Robles Avenue in Pasadena. There is discounted valet parking at the hotel and free parking on the adjacent streets.

The Hilton recently underwent a multi million dollar renovation. See and taste the new lounge area. Drinks at Happy Hour prices.

Meet and mingles with Chamber members and friends as you enjoy food and drink.

No need to RSVP, just join us for fun and networking.

Pasadena Chamber seeks nominees to serve on the Board of Directors

The nominating committee of the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for upcoming board positions.  Chamber members who have an interest in being considered for the Board of Directors are encouraged to do so by submitting a Board Application. Applications are attached.

While the nominating committee will not be limited to selecting only from those who volunteer, it will be its responsibility to consider all candidates objectively and select those, who in its judgment, best meet the requirements established for service on the Board of Directors.

The candidate must:

  • Be a member in good standing of the chamber;
  • Agree to attend monthly board meetings and special meetings called by the Chair of the Board;
  • Be willing to participate in Chamber of Commerce activities;
  • Commitment for the term;
  • Capable and willingness to Chair and/or serve in a leadership role in one of the Chamber committees;

 

Other desirable qualities candidates should possess include:

  • A record of service/leadership in the community and/or within the Chamber;
  • Has solid ethics, a strong community involvement and belief in the purpose of the Pasadena Chamber;
  • A leader in his or her business or profession;
  • Background that provides sound judgment in considering problems and policies;
  • Support Chamber financially by attending events and sponsorship;
  • Capable and willing to accept a leadership position on the Board of Directors;

 

The Pasadena Chamber seeks an inclusive and diverse Board of Directors. We especially look for representatives of important contributing industries to our local economy. Businesses need not be located in Pasadena, but that is desirable.

We strive to have a Board that reflects the makeup of the Chamber membership. We encourage geographic, gender, ethnic and religious diversity.

We are currently looking for small, medium and large businesses, particularly in the following industry segments:

  • Retail
  • Construction industries (plumber, electrician, contractor, home remodeler)
  • Insurance/Finance
  • Start-ups/Technology companies

 

Serving on the board is a rewarding experience and an opportunity for professional growth. As a recognized leader in the business community, we appreciate your willingness to serve.

If you are interested yourself, or would like to nominate someone else, please download and fill out the nomination form:

 

Please submit nominations by March 29, 2019.

Pasadena Chamber Connects Pasadena Unified High School Students with Hollywood Burbank Airport for Experiential Learning Opportunity

Chamber facilitates PUSD students getting behind-the-scenes look at airport and airline operations, interactions with airport staff at all levels

Pasadena Unified School District high students were able to be part of the Hollywood Burbank Airport 2019 Airport Academy. The academy is a one day per month program from January through May. Students in the Airport Academy learn about and observe airport operations, the roles of the Federal Aviation Administration and Transportation Security Administration as well as various aspects of the airline industry. The program brings 24 students, eight each from Pasadena, Glendale and Burbank high schools, to the airport to meet learn about and meet with people involved in everything from airline operations to security and airplane maintenance.

Amy Foell, workforce development director for the Pasadena Chamber made the connection with Hollywood Burbank Airport

through Pasadena Chamber Board member Nerissa Sugars, marketing communications and air service manager at the airport. Ms. Foell also recruited and prepared students from PUSD to participate and arranged for their transportation to the airport.  

Eight students from the John Muir Early College Magnet High School Engineering and Environmental Science Academy and the Pasadena High School APP Academy with an interest in aviation careers are getting the opportunity to meet with engineers, air traffic controllers, pilots and TSA agents once a month through May. In addition to observing the complex operations of the airport and airlines, students gain an understanding of the full range of career opportunities an airport and airlines provide. In meeting with professionals at Hollywood Burbank Airport, students also learn the requirements, experience and education needed to fill those jobs.  

Ian Carson, 10th grader at Pasadena High School said, "I chose to attend Airport Academy because I've been seriously interested in flight ever since third grade when I started making model airplanes. About three years ago I started flying remote controlled airplanes."

“The Pasadena Chamber, working with PUSD schools, has been effective at identifying opportunities for students to observe, explore and experience the world of work through internships, job shadow opportunities and more,” said Ms. Foell. “The Hollywood Burbank Airport Academy is a great way for interested students to meet with professionals in all aspects of airport and airline operations and hear first-hand from working professionals about their careers.”

Supporting the APP Academy at Pasadena High School and the Engineering and Environmental Science Academy at John Muir High

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Students tour Hollywood Burbank Airport
Students learned the history of Hollywood Burbank Airport at the Airport Academy
School in PUSD is one of many work-based learning initiatives undertaken by the Pasadena Chamber with our community partners. Those efforts include summer intern placements, job shadowing for high school students in other college and career academies, classroom speakers from the business community and mentoring. Those wanting to volunteer, host an intern, be a job shadow location or mentor a local student, can visit:   http://www.pasadenayouthworks.org/host/signup and fill out the brief volunteer form.

The public can support the Chamber's work-based learning and workforce development activities by donating to the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Any donation is 100% tax deductible and will go directly to supporting our work with students in our local public schools. To donate visit:  http://www.pasadenayouthworks.org/host/donate.

The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce and Civic Association is a business service member organization that works to ensure the prosperity of its members through a variety of offerings including referrals, networking, workshops and seminars, events and much more. The Chamber serves 1450 member companies.

The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce Foundation provides support for work-based learning and financial literacy programs to benefit young people and others seeking employment or professional advancement in our community. This work is done with and through the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce and Civic Association. We work with education, community, non-profit and business partners as we help provide career exploration and real-world experience for local students.

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