Chamber News

National Career Fairs is holding a job fair in Woodland Hills on Thursday, March 1 at Hilton Woodland Hills, 6360 Canoga Ave.  The event will run from 11:00am to 2:00pm. We would appreciate your support in letting the community know about this event.

This event will offer job seekers an opportunity to meet face to face with dozens of employers who are hiring today!  National Career Fairs will have a local career expert on hand to provide a free professional resume review.

All job seekers are encouraged to attend this free event to network, submit resumes, and connect with hiring managers.  Make the most of the event by dressing professionally and bringing multiple copies of your resume.

For more information on the job fair, please call National Career Fairs at (702) 818-8896 or visit our website at www.nationalcareerfairs.com. 

This event is free to job seekers and a great way to meet face to face with hiring employers and enhancing one’s job search.

ANNUAL ALUMNI REUNION BRUNCH and PANEL DISCUSSION

Sunday, March 18^th from 11:30am – 2:30pm

Phillips Graduate Institute

19900 Plummer Street

Chatsworth, CA 91311

Topic:  Thriving for the 21^st Century; Work-Life Balance

$30.00 for Alumni Members, Faculty, Staff & Students

$35.00 for Non Members, Family & Friends

Starlight Supporter, Chamber Members Join us at the Inagural Los Angeles Suitcase Party. Starlight is teaming up with Nexus - LA as part of the LA Suitcase Party, which offers guest the chance to win a trip to Sonoma Valley or Las Vegas in a private jet for an exclusive luxury weekend. Guest will bring a packed suitcase to the event, walk the Red Carpet, view on-site luxury cars and enjoy an evening of live music, food and beverages from Patron, Ultimat Vodka and Coppola Wineries. Some guest may win other vacation prizes or weekend get-aways. Also live and silent auction. For more info visit www.lasuitcaseparty.com. Hope to see you there!

 Business Luncheon

SPONSOR~

California Lutheran University  
Speaker~
Bill Watkins, Ph.D.
Bill Watkins, Ph.D., is Executive Director of the CLU Center for Economic Research and Forecasting and an associate professor of economics. Since joining the CLU community in June 2009, he has helped launch CLU’s new Master of Science in economics – a program that focuses on forecasting and applied research.  

   
*Notice Date Change*
 Wednesday, December 12th,
*Networking* from 11:30 AM – Noon
TOPIC~
“Is California's Future Still Golden?". Bill will present the United States and California economic forecast and will discuss ways we can fix the budget and grow the economy.
Luncheon from Noon - 1:15 PM
Warner Center Marriott
Address: 21850 Oxnard Street
Complimentary Self-Parking!
RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Tuesday.
Walk-Ins Welcome, Add $10.
(818) 347-4737
Members $25, One Time Trial Guest $25
~No Menu Substitutions
**Turkey Breast with cran/orange chutney, roasted potatoes
 & carrots**
**RSVP by Noon on Tuesday prior to our General Events to avoid $10 Walk-In charge.
An accurate "head count" ensures enough food & great service!
Thank you.

PARTICIPATING VENDORS LISTED BELOW!

 Braemar Country Club
Address: 4001 Reseda Boulevard
Admission For Event~Members, FREE!
RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Tuesday, November 27th.
(818) 347-4737 
One Time Trial Guest $10

Participating Vendors~

Braemar Country Club

Brenda Coffe

Custom Sweets For U

Fashion Jewlery Deals .com

FIBRENEW  (We Fix Leather)

Gerri's Tees & More

J.D. Luxe

Lia Sophia Jewelry

Lister Jewelry

Personne Complet

Patch.com - Woodland Hills & Tarzana 

TOUS, Jewelers since 1920

Tutor Doctor

 Read More Here

Business  Luncheon
Speaker:

John Morris ~Worker's Compensation
John Morris is a Deputy District Attorney for the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office and Head Deputy of the Healthcare Fraud Division which prosecutes workers’ compensation fraud throughout Los Angeles County.

*Notice Date Change*
Wednesday, November 14th,
*Networking* from 11:30 AM – Noon
Luncheon from Noon - 1:15 PM
Speaker:
John Morris ~Worker's Compensation
TOPIC:
More workers’ compensation fraud occurs in Los Angeles County than in any other area of California.  Unfortunately, each year the crimes grow more widespread and sophisticated, including claimant fraud, premium fraud, and complex fraudulent activity involving cappers, medical mills, interpreters, and pharmacies.

 This presentation will discuss:

• Identifying when an employee is committing workers’ compensation fraud;
• What to do when you suspect you are being victimized; and
• The Underground Economy:  Leveling the playing field for honest businesses.
  
  

  Warner Center Marriott
  Address: 21850 Oxnard Street
  The Ventura Room~Second Floor
  ~No Menu Substitutions
  Complimentary Self-Parking!
  RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Tuesday.
  Walk-Ins Welcome, Add $10.
  (818) 347-4737
  Members $25, One Time Trial Guest $25
  **RSVP by Noon on Tuesday prior to our General Events to avoid $10 Walk-In charge.
  An accurate "head count" ensures enough food & great service! Thank you.
  ~No Menu Substitutions
  Turkey Breast with cran/orange chutney, stuffing & carrots.

  Business Networking Luncheon

Sponsor:
New York Life~Kenny Crespo

*Notice Date Change*
Wednesday, October 10th,
*Networking* from 11:30 AM – Noon
Luncheon from Noon - 1:15 PM
Hilton Woodland Hills
Address: 6360 Canoga Avenue
Complimentary Valet Parking!
RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Tuesday.
Walk-Ins Welcome, Add $10.
(818) 347-4737
Members $25, One Time Trial Guest $25
**RSVP by Noon on Tuesday prior to our General Events to avoid $10 Walk-In charge.
An accurate "head count" ensures enough food & great service! Thank you.
Menu~
Salad, Roasted Chicken Entrée, Roasted Potatoes & Beverage
**No Substitutions**

About New York Life

Founded in 1845 and headquartered in New York City, New York Life Insurance Company is a Fortune 100 company and the oldest and one of the largest mutual life insurance companies in America.  New York Life maintains operations in all 50 states and several markets in Asia and Latin America through a network of more than 17,000 employees and more than 60,000 licensed agents.  The Company holds the highest possible ratings for financial strength currently awarded to any life insurer from the life insurance industry's four principal rating agencies.  In 2010, New York Life Insurance Company generated record U.S. individual life insurance sales, an increase of 39%1 over 2009 and well above the industry’s growth of 12% in 2010.2

What we offer you

As a member of our sales team, you will enjoy a host of competitive advantages and benefits:

• Comprehensive professional training
• State-of-the-art marketing and ongoing field support
• Legendary reputation and brand recognition
• Quality life, annuity2 and long-term care insurance products to offer.
• Growth opportunity
• Substantial benefits and the potential to earn significant income.

Who can benefit from the opportunity?

• Veterans
• Sales professionals who want to make a difference in people’s lives
• Hard working individuals with High level of integrity, entrepreneurial spirit.
• Bilingual – Spanish and English High Demand.

 (Please note all qualified resumes welcomed)

 PARTY AT THE HILTON WOODLAND HILLS  

Wednesday
August 22nd,
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Hilton Woodland Hills
*CLICK HERE for Hilton Website

 
Address: 6360 Canoga Avenue
Complimentary Valet Parking!
Self-Parking $6
Members FREE!
RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Tuesday.
 One Time Trial Guest $10
PAY ONLINE
(818) 347-4737

 Business Networking Luncheon

Wednesday, August 15th,
*Networking* from 11:30 AM – Noon
Luncheon from Noon - 1:15 PM
Ruth's Chris Steak House
Address: 6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd., #1360
RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Tuesday.
Walk-Ins Welcome, Add $10.
(818) 347-4737
Members $25, One Time Trial Guest $25
**RSVP by Noon on Tuesday prior to our General Events to avoid $10 Walk-In charge.
An accurate "head count" ensures enough food & great service! Thank you.

Luncheon Menu (No Substitutions Please)
RECEPTION ~
Domestic Cheese & Fruit Display
ENTREES ~
Petite Filet with Jumbo Shrimp
ACCOMPANIMENTS ~
Mashed Potatoes
Creamed Spinach
DESSERT ~
Key Lime

Warner Center Marriott
Members FREE! 
RSVP By Noon on Wednesday,
July 25th.
One Time Trial Guests $10*PRE-PAYMENT REQUIRED by NOON on WEDNESDAY, JULY 25th. LIMITED AVAILABILITY*

World class economists Henning Bohn and Robert Parry will discuss the Eurozone crisis and its impact on the U.S. This timely and important conversation will be moderated by Bill Watkins, executive director of CLU

PLEASE JOIN US!

Dysport & Restylane Open House

   Saturday June 23rd, 2012

   9:30am-11:30am

* $100 For 1st Area of Dysport
* Additional $50 Off Rebate

Hornstein Law Offices~Business Networking Mixer & Ribbon Cutting

Members FREE!
RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Tuesday.
(818) 347-4737
 One Time Trial Guest $10

 ***Parking Note
It’s OK to park in the lot from 5PM on. Please do not block any cars already parked in the lot, they may be tenants. There is additional parking on the other side of Todai Restaurant. Beware of parking in Todai’s, lot they will tow.  

Come and join us at our next information session and learn more about our degrees in higher education in Psychology with emphasis in Organization Management and Consulting, Marriage and Family, Art Therapy, School Counseling and School Psychology.  We look forward to connecting with you!

SWEETHEART'S MIXER

Bring Your Sweetie To Soup's

Sweetheart Not Required
But RSVP's Are!

Networking Mixer

Wednesday, February 22nd, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Soup's Sports Grill
Address: 21028 Ventura Blvd. 
*Parking Behind Soup's or on Side Streets*
Wednesday, February 22nd, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
  RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Tuesday.
 (818) 347-4737 Members $0, One Time Trial Guest $10 

Please see photo for details...

 Business Networking Luncheon

Wednesday, July 18th,
*Networking* from 11:30 AM – Noon
Luncheon from Noon - 1:15 PM
Sponsor: Logix, Formerly Lockheed Federal Credit Union~Walter Franklin
Logix remains one of the strongest financial institutions in the country, and the largest headquartered in the San Fernando Valley. In fact, the credit union has never reported a loss in its 75-year history. During the year, the credit union hosts a variety of seminars to help its members make the best decisions possible. Whether you need an auto or home loan, checking or savings account, Logix can provide you with the service you need.
The Logix branch in Woodland Hills, located at 21520 Victory Blvd., is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday for your financial needs.

Warner Center Marriott~Hidden Hills Room
Address: 21850 Oxnard Street
*Self-Parking Complimentary!
RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Tuesday.
Walk-Ins Welcome, Add $10.
(818) 347-4737
Members $25, One Time Trial Guest $25
**RSVP by Noon on Tuesday prior to our General Events to avoid $10 Walk-In charge.
An accurate "head count" ensures enough food & great service! Thanks you.
Luncheon Menu~
Chef’s Selection Salad
½ Marinated Rotisserie Chicken
Chef’s Selection of Dessert
(No Substitutions Please)

Two-Chamber Mixer
Chatsworth/Porter Ranch & Woodland Hills~Tarzana
Chambers of Commerce

  
Striving Artists/Custom Picture Framing
Address: 21723 Plummer Street
Thursday, March 29th, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Join Us For: Food & Wine, Blind Art Auction (proceeds will go to charity), Live Music and Networking!
Please LIKE us at www.facebook.com/strivingartists and enter to win free Amazon Kindle Touch.
See you all soon!

Maguire & Hart Celebrates
New Partner David Fox~Ribbon Cutting

Maguire & Hart Celebrates 
New Partner~ David Fox
28351 Agoura Rd. Ste C
 Agoura Hills CA 91301
    Phone: (818)865-8670 Fax: (818)276-8378
Web: www.maguireandhart.com 

State Farm Insurance~Ribbon Cutting

Thursday, February 23rd @ 5pm!
State Farm Insurance
21731 Ventura Blvd., Suite 160
Woodland Hills CA 91364
Phone: (818)702-0148 Fax: (818)702-6152
Web: www.statefarm.com

VITALITY~Ribbon Cutting

 Thursday, March 1st @ 5pm!
VITALITY
 6928 Owensmouth Avenue #102
 Canoga Park CA 91303
  Phone: (818)712-9181 Fax: (818)924-1700
Web: http://vitalitylounge.com
Grand Opening!     
  

What: e-Waste* & Paper Shredding Fundraiser When: Saturday, January 7th 9am- 2pm Where: Parking lot of Crate & Barrel (Victory & Topanga), Woodland Hills, CA Benefitting: Topanga Youth Board & West Valley PALS These LAPD youth organizations are fully supported by charitable tax-deductible contributions, 100% of your donations go toward funding our programs to help keep kids off the streets, out of gangs and off of drugs. We partner up the children in our program with police officers who are able to provide them a safe after-school environment, for mentoring, tutoring and field trips. *e-Waste: anything that plugs in or takes a battery (e.g. cell phones, computers, remote controls, etc.)