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CEO MESSAGE See how the Chamber is working on behalf of you - our members
STATE OF THE CITY City, Chamber share goals and achivements at State of the City
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LEADERSHIP BAKERSFIELD
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Hear about what LB learned at Government Day
Celebrate the grand openings of local businesses
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NEW MEMBERS Welcome our new Chamber members
MEMBER NEWS Discover the latest news and happenings with other members
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2022 State of the City. Pictured: Karen Goh, Mayor of Bakersfield, CA. Cover photo by April & Co.
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Message from the CEO As we enter the last full month of Summer, we’re excited about what the remainder of the year holds for the Chamber and our community. Starting with our first event, our California Issues Forum, our 2022 Chairman Rick Jhaj has urged a focus on our community and coming together around the issues and priorities that unite us. Carrying on that theme, Mayor Karen Goh and City Manager Christian Clegg charted a positive vision at the 2022 State of the City. You can read more about the event on the next page. The Mayor focused on gratitude, for our citizens, businesses and officials, and the work they do every day to build something better. Yes, our City has challenges and faces threats, but there is great opportunity and great things happening in Bakersfield. From partnerships and collaborations, to City investments and public works projects, to new businesses, Bakersfield is moving forward. That positive energy resonated with our audience at the State of the City. Speaking of moving, last month we said goodbye to longtime Chamber staff member Jean Scheiber. Jean’s moved on to work for a local accounting company, but she will always be a part of the Chamber family. We also welcomed a new member of the team, Kami Gonzalez, who started in July as our new Director of Administration and Operations. Read more about Kami to the right. We’re grateful to have her join our team and improve our internal processes and operations. As we look forward to the start of the school year, and hopefully lower temps in the next few weeks, I’d encourage you all to slow down, appreciate your blessings and your community. August will be a slower month for us, after two large signature events in June and July; but there will be much to celebrate including brand-new business openings, and much to plan for including the return of networking events this fall and the state Economic Summit in late October. We’re looking forward to it. As I reflect on the Mayor’s message of gratitude, I’m thankful for this community. I mean that broadly in terms of our region, but specifically our community of Chamber members. Thank you for the work you put in to make your businesses and our city better, and thank you for the opportunity to serve you. - Nick Ortiz President/CEO Greater Bakersfield Chamber
Meet Our Newest Chamber Team Member
Kami Gonzalez
Director of Administration & Operations Kami joins us with more than a decade of operations and administrative leadership experience in the medical industry. Over the last 17 years, she has improved operating systems and learned all there is to know about upgrading internal work departments. Kami has helped hospitals support their patient populations by improving their internal operations systems and departments. Her expertise in the implementation of training, mentoring, finance, revenue cycle management and more, will be a huge asset to ongoing Chamber programs. Prior to joining the Chamber, Kami worked in Respiratory Care for senior communities providing therapy and service with durable medical equipment. This was especially essential during the pandemic as senior patients were the most vulnerable to COVID-19. She worked with the surrounding counties to secure non-invasive ventilators and oxygen concentrators for Marian Regional Medical Center, French Hospital Medical Center and Mariposa County Health Department at the height of COVID-19 in support of their patient population. She looks forward to helping local businesses and putting her wealth of knowledge to use in a new dynamic way. She is passionate about helping and supporting people. Kami is deeply involved with her community and partners with Houchin Community Blood Bank to coordinate blood drives, and sponsored local 5K and 10K runs for healthcare causes and various organizations in Bakersfield. Help us welcome Kami - feel free to reach out to her at
kgonzalez@bakochamber.com. METRO | PAGE 4
State of theCity City, Chamber share goals, achievements at State of the City lunch Sharing Bakersfield’s accomplishments so far in 2022 and focusing on the promise for its future, the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce hosted Wednesday the first in-person State of the City luncheon in three years at the Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center. Advances in the effort to eradicate homelessness, increase educational opportunities and improve infrastructure were the primary topics for the mayor, city manager and business leaders who touted local progress to the crowd, as well as recent achievements.
Mayor Karen Goh spoke about the various partnerships the city has created to take a holistic approach to the challenges presented by the homelessness crisis, a statewide problem but one that’s hit communities in Kern County especially hard. “For the first time in recent memory, the number of individuals inside a shelter outnumbered those on the streets,” Goh said, noting the city had doubled its number of shelter beds in the last year and had plans to add about 300 new spots in the near future. “That is really important. That's progress.” (continued on page 6)
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She noted the shelter was being offered in conjunction with The Open Door Network, Flood Ministries and a host of other partners that are looking at not only the housing aspect, but the other challenges those residents often face, including adequate mental health resources and support for addiction recovery. City Manager Christian Clegg also recapped progress the city is making toward its infrastructure goals, as well as highlights from the city’s budget. The city’s spending plan grew from $683 million to $735 million year over year, thanks in no small part to voters approving Measure N, the 1-cent sales tax for public safety and vital services, which adds about $58 million annually to city coffers. The money has allowed the city to repave more than 140 miles, he noted, in addition to hiring 220 officers in the last three years, a gain of 83 patrol positions since 2018, when the measure was first passed. Goh also announced the arrival of a company expected to make a significant contribution to the region’s role as a leader for the state and the nation in new energy technologies. SineWatts, which has a market capitalization of approximately $30 million to $40 million, finished moving its headquarters from Charlotte, N.C., to California Avenue earlier this month, according to Les Mood, a Cal State Bakersfield alum who’s also the public affairs officer for the energy company.
Their patented technology, which was first developed in Palo Alto in 2011, is developing ways for objects that traditionally consume energy to be able to put energy back into “the grid.” “What we’re envisioning is a world that would be essentially powered by buildings and electric vehicles,” said Shiba Bhowmik, president and CEO of SineWatts. “So instead of having our energy sources residing hundreds of miles away, we would like to have our energy sources where we consume our energy.” Mood and Bhowmik said the company is working with CSUB to figure out how the university’s research labs can work with the company on its new “bidrectional” energy tech, with a demonstration likely about 18 months out. Goh noted the project would be one of many promising collaborations in Bakersfield’s future. “In the months ahead, the city, our partners, we're going to collaborate to integrate the technology and innovation strategies within the CSUB Energy Innovation Center,” Goh said during her 45-minute address to city officials and members of the business community. “We're going to continue to work together to bring more startups like SineWatts to ask them to contribute to research and development. CSUB will lead the region forward as a solution-based incubator and creator of good jobs.” Source: The Bakersfield Californian Original Publication Date: July 20, 2022 Author: Perry Smith, psmith@bakersfield.com
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Government Day Recap Leadership Bakersfield Government Day provided class members with an inside look at how local and state governments operate, how election campaigns are waged and what life is really like for an elected official. Class members started the day with an introduction to the regional economic development initiative, B3K-Prosperity and how this collaboration is bringing together government, businesses, educators, the community and labor to improve Kern’s economy. Local high school teacher, columnist and author Jeremy Adams provided the class with an understanding of the basics of government and how it impacts our daily lives. Next, the class heard from elected and appointed officials about what a career in public service is really like. The class also heard from Assemblyman Vince Fong, Councilman Andrae Gonzalez, County Administrative Officer Ryan Alsop and County Public Health Director Brynn Carrigan. A panel featuring two local political party representatives, Matthew Martin and Christian Romo provided the class with their perspectives on politics and winning elections. Finally, class members participated in a mock hearing where they learned what it was like to both lead and be “grilled” during a public hearing. Thank you to day chair Mia Cifuentes with the Berry Corporation and to day sponsor the Tejon Indian Tribe.
...they learned what it was like to both lead and be “grilled” during a public hearing.
- Nick Ortiz CEO / President Greater Bakersfield Chamber
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For more information or to schedule a ribbon cutting, please contact Hillary Haenes at hhaenes@bakochamber.com.
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Shop Local, Experience the Best of Bakersfield Bakersfield is home to hundreds of small businesses, many of which are owned by fellow community members. They work tirelessly to provide unique services and products that can’t be found in big chains. This means a more personalized experience. By choosing to shop locally we can invest in our community and support local businesses. The Shop Local, Shop Now Summer campaign has featured many local businesses that offer summer friendly products, services and deals. Take a look at these Chamber tmember businesses and their hot summer services and products.
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Temblor Brewing Co.
Bakersfield Museum of Art
By combining advanced technology and traditional Chinese medicine, Happy Whole You provides unique treatments you can't find anywhere else. Schedule a session for their Detox Pod to meditate, or their Beamer Chair to reduce pain in your joints.
Temblor Brewing Co. offers a wide selection of handcrafted beers and locally curated food options that are crafted by local people.
The Bakersfield Museum of Art offers a diverse selection of activities, events and exhibitions for all. Stop by and see the Personal to Political exhibition.
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Welcome New Chamber Members We’d like to extend a warm welcome to the companies that have joined the Greater Bakersfield Chamber. Thank you for investing in our mission to Build a Better Bakersfield. Atlas Financial Solutions, Inc. 1620 Mill Rock Way., Ste. 100 Bakersfield, CA 93311 661-703-7781 atlasfinancialsolutions.net
Maya Cinemas 1000 California Ave. Bakersfield, CA 93304 661-636-0484 mayacinemas.com
“When you partner with us a weight will be lifted off your shoulders. We are passionate about giving back to our community and what better way to give back than to offer modern accounting solutions to small business owners. Small business owners face many burdens, teaming up with Atlas allows you to outsource those accounting burdens. We will gladly handle all your accounting needs so you can focus on what you are truly PASSIONATE about – your business!”
“We were chartered in 2000 with a mission to develop, build, own and operate modern, first-run, megaplex movie theaters in underserved, family oriented, Latino-dominant communities.”
Educational Employees Credit Union 2222 W. Shaw Ave. Fresno, CA 93711 559-260-5872 myeecu.org
Pro Business Valuations, LLC 4900 California Ave., Tower B, 2nd Floor Bakersfield, CA 93309 559-260-5872 probusinessvaluations.com/bakersfield-ca-equipmentappraisal “We are a certified business valuations that specializes in industrial, commercial & farming equipment appraisal services.”
“We provide affordable financial products & services to meet our members savings, borrowing & investing needs. We proudly support numerous programs, activities and events in the communities we serve.” GR8HERITAGE 661-903-6343 “We are a locally owned & operated business with a combined 20 years of experience in specializing with the local medical and nonprofit fields. We’re built on strong core family values that hold community partners and friends above all." H&R Labor Contracting LLC 5640 District Blvd., #102 Bakersfield, CA 93313 661-817-8810 hrfarmlabor.com
Randstad 1601 New Stine Rd. Bakersfield, CA 93309 760-417-0585 randstadusa.com “We match the right people with great jobs and offer custom solutions and consulting through innovative technologies and our passion for people.” 160 Driving Academy 303 Truxtun Ave. Bakersfield, CA 93301 160drivingacademy.com “We are the largest commercial truck driving school in North America.”
“We help shape the future in agriculture staffing by providing top qualified placements to our clients that help feed the world.”
For more information about joining the Chamber or renewing your membership dues, please email cwillingham@bakochamber.com.
Upcoming Events July 2022 8.5.22 GRC Meeting 8 a.m. | Chamber
8.19.22 GRC Meeting 8 a.m. | Chamber
8.23.22 Ambassador Committee Meeting Noon | Chamber
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Renewing Members Thank you to our members who have reinvested in the Greater Bakersfield Chamber. Your continued investment helps the Chamber continue its mission to Build a Better Bakersfield.
Affordable Dental Care - 2016 Ascend Real Estate and Property Management - 2016 Bakersfield Elementary Teachers Association - 1993 Bakersfield SPCA - 2012 Bakersfield Women's Business Conference - 2016 Central/Mother Lode Regional Consortium - 2017 Crest Bar and Grill - 2016 Dr. Stephen Ratty, Optometrist - 1994 Empowered2Lead Consulting Services - 2017 Executive Express Lines - 2019 Express Transit Inc. - 2017 Gottstein Corporation - 2013 His Rosedale Auto Sales - 2004 It's Your Party Bakersfield - 2014 Kern Psychiatric Health and Wellness, Inc. - 2011 La Costa Mariscos - 2017 M-C Home Inspections - 2021 Mountain Pacific Insurance Services - 2019 Salty's Banquet & Event Center - 2017 Salty's BBQ & Catering - 2015 Sierra Printers, Inc. - 1993 Three-Way Chevrolet-Cadillac - 1956 Valley Strong Credit Union Administration - 1989 Vista Consulting - 2021 Vogue-ish - 2021 Wine Me Up! - 2019 XIT Solutions - 2002 METRO | PAGE 14
Member News Access Plus Capital and Kern Women’s Business Center are partnering together to help City of Bakersfield Small Business owners apply for the City of Bakersfield Restart Program. If your business has been impacted by COVID-19 and is in need of additional funds for rent, payroll, inventory, supplies and more, we encourage you to learn more about the unique grant and loan-to-grant programs available for Bakersfield residents. You may qualify to receive up to $50,000. For immediate assistance, please call Buffie at 661-489-8834 or the Kern Women’s Business Center at 661-567-0410. Appointments are available by clicking HERE. For more information on the workshops, visit: https://bit.ly/apcrestart. Bristol Hospice Bakersfield is proud to offer a new support group to the community. Our new Caregiver Support Group is held the second Saturday of every month from 9- 10 a.m. at our new location 4900 California Ave., Ste. 110. The Caregiver Support Group is designed to offer a safe, non-judgmental place for caregivers to share their joys and concerns. Attendees will also receive information on how to cope with their challenges in healthy ways and experience time of respite with those sharing their same journey. Some of the topics addressed include: burnout, guilt, family conflict, control and stress management. Support groups are led by trained Bristol Hospice staff members. No registration is needed, the group is free and open to the public. One on one counseling sessions are also available by appointment. Bristol Hospice Bakersfield cares about the well-being of our community. For questions or more information, please contact Michelle Amaro, Bereavement Coordinator at 661-716-4000. City of Bakersfield T-Shirt Design Contest! The City of Bakersfield is inviting you to design a T-shirt that promotes the City’s new General Plan Update. Prizes: •
1st Place - $50 Visa Gift Card, City RISE Swag Bag, 2 T-Shirts
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2nd & 3rd Place - City RISE Swag Bag, 1 T-Shirt
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Designs must be the original artwork and submitted by or on behalf of the designer/artist and with the designer’s direct consent Designs must be 300 dpi or better so they are suitable for media as well as for use on the T-shirt
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All ages & skill levels welcome
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Applicants must live or work in the City of Bakersfield
Deadline to Submit your design is Friday, Aug. 26. Designs can be submitted HERE Judging: A team of three city employees will select T-shirt finalists based on the design’s printability, creativity, originality and fit with the General Plan Update. The finalists will be posted on the City’s website where the general public will be able to vote for their favorite design.
Rights: By entering the t-shirt design contest, you hereby grant to the City of Bakersfield non-exclusive, worldwide, irrevocable publication rights for your designs in all City of Bakersfield publicity materials, print or electronic, which includes the right to use your designs on our website, in print and electronic advertisements and promotions, and in our saleable merchandise. Cuyama Buckhorn LLC is thrilled to announce that they are bringing back their historic Chuck Wagon Bar-B-Qs as a nod to our past! These BBQs will take place on the third Sunday of every month from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. May to October and will feature live music. Chuckwagon BBQ tickets are available for purchase upon arrival at $30/ adult and $18/child, and include a choice of protein, two sides, bread, and dessert. Click HERE for more information or to purchase tickets. Dress For Success would like to announce its inaugural Dress for the Stars Gala, which will be held on Saturday, Sept. 17. This will be a black-tie event, which will be held at The Petroleum Club, located at 6218 Sundale Ave. We are hoping to raise $50,000 with this event through silent auctions, live auctions and even a wine pull! The funds will be used right here in our own community to help local families achieve financial independence through employment. We are seeking sponsors and donors and contributors will receive a donation letter from this 501(c)3 organization for their financial records. This event promises to be stellar with delicious food, beverages, dancing and entertainment. Anyone with questions or wishing to participate in this event are encouraged to reach out to the Founder and Executive Director of Dress for Success Bakersfield, Elaine McNearney. Elaine can be reached at 661-703-4353 or Bakersfield@ dressforsuccess.org. The Kern County Black Chamber of Commerce is having a Business Mixer hosted by CASA of Kern County from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 16 at the CASA Clubhouse, 1705 Columbus St. Bring business cards and be prepared to network. There will be refreshments and appetizers. The admission for members is $5; nonmembers are $10. For more information, visit www. kerncasa.org. Kern EDC is hosting its 34th Annual Dinner Sponsored by Valley Children’s Healthcare at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 22 at JEH Ranch, 10421 Round Mountain Rd. Tickets are on sale now. To purchase tickets, visit kernedc.com. The Wildlands Conservancy is currently seeking a Bilingual (English/Spanish) Naturalist at Wind Wolves Preserve, a nature preserve located approximately 30 miles south of Bakersfield. This part-time position (average of 18-24 hours per week) is responsible for conducting outdoor education programs in both English & Spanish. Topics range from environmental science and ecology to cultural history. Naturalists lead both school programs for students as well as interpretative programs for the public. Regular weekend work and some late shifts are required. For more information, visit The Wildlands Conservancy's website HERE. To apply, email your cover letter and resume to jobs@ wildlandsconservancy.org.
The Outlets at Tejon is pleased to support local students, teachers and parents this back-to-school season with its first-ever Back-To-School Bonanza event on Saturday, Aug. 6. Starting at 1 p.m., the Outlets will have school supply stations located around the center for families to pick up FREE items in addition to great savings at 40+ brand name retailers for stylish new clothing and accessories. Stations will offer complimentary backpacks, pencils, binder paper, crayons, color pencils, erasers, rulers, folders, binders and glue sticks while supplies last. The Outlets at Tejon will extend its local contribution by donating fully stocked school supply kits to CASA of Kern County. Kits will be personally distributed to some of the most vulnerable children in the County in an effort to help these youth look and feel great this school year. “What may seem like a little thing, can make a big difference for a child in need; who has little to nothing. We’re so appreciative of the Outlets at Tejon’s donation to promote education and self-confidence for children who need these supplies the most,” says Caroline Wilson, CASA of Kern County Executive Director. “All students deserve to feel confident and prepared, and we are proud to be a part of that process for families and children of all backgrounds,” said Becca Bland, marketing director at the Outlets at Tejon. The Outlets at Tejon presents its Second Annual Car Show from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17. This family-friendly event is free to attend and will have music, delicious food options, an awards ceremony, cars from various generations and, of course, great shopping. All Outlets guests will receive a complimentary raffle ticket that can be collected at a car show tent for a chance to win prizes throughout the show. The awards ceremony will begin at 2:30 p.m. Awards will be given for the following categories: Best by Year/Generation, Best Overall Make/Model, Best Work in Progress, Crowd Favorite and Overall Event Winner. To enter your vehicle in the show, register on Eventbrite or call 858-2155 for more information. Tickets start at $20 per vehicle and give auto-owners a chance to take home a trophy. Vehicle entry fees will be discounted for auto-owners or car clubs who enter five or more cars. Tri Counties Bank, in partnership with the Community Foundation of the North State, issued more than $100,000 in scholarships this May to graduating high school seniors throughout California. The scholarships ranged between $1,000 to $2,500 each and were awarded to 55 students from 44 high schools in 21 counties. Tri Counties Bank provides two scholarship opportunities: an income-based scholarship for students whose families have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $5,846 or less, and a merit-based scholarship for students with a Weighted Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher & sent directly to the students’ chosen accredited college, university or trade school to assist with education expenses. Students can apply for the 2023 scholarship application cycle starting on Tuesday, Nov. 1. HERE. For more information contact Nikki Espinosa at the Community Foundation of the North State at (530) 244-1219. METRO | PAGE 15
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2022 EXECUTIVE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Chairman of the Board Rick Jhaj Countryside Corporation Incoming Chairman Ken Keller Dignity Health - Memorial Hospital Immediate Past Chairman Derek Jeffery KGET-TV 17
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MAJOR INVESTORS
Vice Chair Public Policy & Political Action Rob Duchow Southern California Gas Company Vice Chair Economic Vitality Andy Anderson Aera Energy LLC Vice Chair Leadership & Workforce Development Denise Newton Pacific Gas & Electric Company Treasurer Kristen Beall Watson California State University, Bakersfield
CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLE MEMBERS
General Counsel Mark Bateman Young Wooldridge LLP
CHAMBER STAFF Nick Ortiz President/CEO Hillary Haenes Vice President, Member Engagement Kaelyn Peterson Executive Vice President, Public Affairs & Executive Director of BAKPAC Concepcion "Cepi" Willingham Member & Business Development Manager Kami Gonzalez Director, Administration & Operations Cynthia Gonzalez Operations Administrator
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