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Corona Shopping Centers Poised for Success/Change

VOL 6 | #2 MARCH/APRIL 2020

By Wes Speake

Small Business Week Reminds us to Celebrate Shop Local Initiatives

etail is changing; no doubt Amazon and other e-retailers have made an impact. Despite this, people still care about shopping as an experience. Now it is in the hands of retailers/centers to give people what they want. Oliver Chen, managing director, retail and luxury sector at Cowen and Company, says that retailers must give people something to do, then they will shop. But shopping can’t be the thing to do. Centers need to be convenient, curate relevance, and create a culture for the community. Retail, and more importantly the American Shopping Center, is NOT DEAD.

e are excited to announce this year’s National Small Business Week, May 3-9, 2020! For more than 50 years, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation announcing National Small Business Week, which recognizes the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. More than half of Americans either own or work for a small business, and they create about two out of every three new jobs in the U.S. each year.

Corona has several wonderful shopping centers in various stages, from the brand new Metro at Main shops, to ones who have updated and evolved, including: North Main, former Kmart center that reinvented themselves with alternative uses (Crunch Fitness, Aldi ... Continued on page 15

Made in Corona: MCA Tile

As part of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration ... Continued on page 4

Corona 2020 Eliminates 500,000 Hours of Traffic EMPLOYMENT | HEALTH CARE | INFRASTRUCTURE

million saved in lost economic opportunity saved by attracting 2,500 jobs to Corona Working locally to create more opportunity for you and your organization, the Corona

Chamber of Commerce is in the third year of its groundbreaking partnership with the City of Corona and dozens of businesses in an effort entitled “Corona 2020”. To date, Corona 2020 has

eliminated more than an estimated 500,000 hours of traffic from our roads and highways. The plan is basic and straight forward: every job attracted or ... Continued on page 13

In This Issue

By Eugene Montanez

2020 Labor Law Update pg 2

ow many times have you driven by one of the industrial buildings in Corona and wondered what they produce inside the walls? This is the first of a regular series of articles to highlight a few of the great manufacturers we have right here in Corona. Our first business represents an industry that has been in Corona and the surrounding areas for over 100 years, manufacturing products from the fertile clay that sits under our City. If you have ever tried to soak your yard and wonder why the water just sits on the surface, that is your clay-based soil! MCA Tile is the leader of the clay roof tile industry in the country. The company manufactures clay roof tile on historical, institutional,

Ambassadors Lester Li of Town Planner Community Calendars and Crystal Lopez of Carter Bradley Insurance Solutions highlight local eatery El Taco Lucas.

Chairman’s and CEO’s Corner pg 3 New Members pg 4 Economic Forecast Recap pg 6 Photos from the 109th Installation pg 8-9 MCA Tile products on display at the Historic Mission Inn in Riverside

commercial and residential buildings. Mission, Spanish and Mediterranean architectural styles began growing in popularity in the early twentieth century, resulting in large numbers of manufacturers establishing themselves on the West Coast. MCA Tile was originally

associated with a sister company in Japan; the factory in Corona was built to capitalize on the high-quality clay soil in the area. As homebuilders looked for less expensive roofing material, genuine clay tile was being used less and less, to the point that only a few

manufacturers remain. Yoshi Suzuki, MCA’s owner, has a passion for clay tile and remains committed to providing quality tile that will last for decades. Replacement clay roof tiles are nearly impossible to find, as most of the ... Continued on page 10

Local Business Acquired by Nationwide Company pg 11 Explore Egypt pg 12 Local Naval Base Dominates pg 14

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New 2020 Labor Laws Affecting California Employers Excerpted from an article by James W. Ward, J.D.; Employment Law Subject Matter Expert/Legal Writer and Editor, CalChamber

f the 2,625 bills introduced in the Legislature in 2019, 1,042 bills reached Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk. He signed 870 and vetoed 172 — and many of those signed will affect California employers. Some bills made significant changes to California employment law, such as the much-publicized independent contractor bill, Assembly Bill (AB) 5. Others made small but important changes of which employers must be aware, such as those changing the mandatory harassment prevention training deadlines.The governor also

vetoed several CalChamber-opposed bills, including AB 589, which would have created overly burdensome requirements for employers to post and provide employees with a “Worker’s Bill of Rights,” among other things. The governor also vetoed Senate Bill (SB) 218, which would have amended the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) to allow local governments in Los Angeles County to enact their own anti-discrimination ordinances similar to the FEHA, creating uncertainty, inconsistency and confusion

CORONA Chamber of Commerce 904 E. 6th Street, CORONA, CA 92879 (951) 737-3350 | My MyChamber.org Bobby Spiegel President/CEO Bobby@MyChamber.org

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Deserie Ramirez Vice President of Operations Assistant to the President/CEO Deserie@MyChamber.org

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Stephanie Shapiro Communications and Events Manager Stephanie@MyChamber.org Robert Yanez Membership Development Robert@MyChamber.org

Don Williamson Editor CORONA Business News Graphic Design Kim Mabon Creative By Design www.creativebydesign.net Jim Dorsey Photography (951) 735-8668

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CORONA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2019 OFFICERS Chairman of the Board Don Williamson Corona History Association

Finance Vice Chairman Angie Byars 3M Corona

Chairman-Elect Kim Mabon Creative By Design

Immediate Past Chairman Mike Ryan Ryan & Associates Financial Services

First Vice Chairman Jon Haratyk Living Better 101

President/CEO/Corporate Secretary Bobby Spiegel CORONA Chamber of Commerce

Treasurer/Finance Chair Palbinder Badesha Express Employment Professionals

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS Patrick Akes Akes Family Funeral Home

Crystal Lopez Carter Bradley Insurance Solutions

Sam Buenrostro, Ed.D. Corona-Norco Unified School District

Gordon Macaulay Collins Aerospace

Marta Cortez Eduardo’s Mexican Restaurant Anthony Edwards Robertson’s Ready Mix Don Garling Lifetime Vinyl Fence Fabricators, Inc. Jim Gore Vulcan Materials Company Ruth Jaffe Kaiser Permanente

Chad Miller Industrus, Inc. Eugene Montanez Allegra Marketing-Print-Mail/ Image 360 Signs & Displays

Dr. Anthony Pirritano Integrated Medical Center Of Corona - CompAccess Lily Quiroa Waste Management Mike Quraishi Aladdin Cleaning Services, Inc. Dean Seif CARSTAR Allstar Collision

Mark Peabody Peabody Engineering & Supply, Inc.

Janet Steiner MakeDust

Linda Pearson Corona Regional Medical Center

John Weyhgandt Western States Financial

Lea Petersen Southern California Gas Company

Liaison for NAVSEA Corona Division: Jennifer Stewart Naval Weapons Surface Warfare Center

For advertising information, contact the Chamber at (951) 737-3350 Since 1910, the Corona Chamber has been providing ‘resources for prosperity’ for the businesses and community of Corona, CA. This Chamber represents the interest of business in the greater Corona service area by providing its members networking opportunities, promoting the community, and engaging federal, state, and local officials in order to improve the economic prosperity of the Inland Southern California region. With a membership of over 750 businesses, representing over 55,000 jobs, the Corona Chamber is the voice of business. Learn more by visiting www.MyChamber.org.

regarding the FEHA’s application and interpretation. New laws have been passed in recruiting and hiring; discrimination, harassment and retaliation protections; leaves of absence and benefits; workplace safety; arbitration; privacy; and wage and hour. Below is a brief overview. The full article/ PDF can be found under the “Member News/Chamber Updates” tab on MyChamber.org. Unless otherwise noted, the new laws took effect on January 1, 2020.

RECRUITING AND HIRING

One of the most significant and widely publicized bills to emerge from last year’s Legislature was AB 5, which codifies and expands the “ABC test” that’s used to distinguish employees from independent contractors under the Industrial Welfare Commission (IWC) Wage Orders. Under the ABC test, a worker is classified as an employee unless the employer can establish all three of the following: A. The worker is free from the hiring entity’s control and direction in connection with the performance of the work, both under the contract for the performance of the work and in actually performing the work; B. The worker performs work that’s outside the usual course of the hiring entity’s business; and C. The worker is customarily engaged in an independently established trade, occupation or business of the same nature as the work performed. AB 5 carves out numerous exceptions from the ABC test for various industries.

DISCRIMINATION, HARASSMENT AND RETALIATION PROTECTIONS

California’s Legislature is still working toward increasing employee protections for 2020; it extended the amount of time a harassment or discrimination victim has to file a complaint, as well as expanded both lactation accommodation requirements and anti-discrimination laws. The Legislature also passed several bills related to harassment prevention training.

LEAVES OF ABSENCE AND BENEFITS

California passed several bills expanding access to various leave of absence protections and other benefits, expanding leave protections under AB 1748 to include protected leave for organ donation, a change to how California law defines “domestic partnership), and

increasing the maximum duration of Paid Family Leave (PFL) benefits from six to eight weeks, per SB 83.

WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY

The Governor signed several new bills related to workplace health and safety this year. AB 1805 changes the definitions of “serious injury or illness” and “serious exposure” to align with the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. Under current law, employers must report to the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (known as Cal/OSHA) a “serious injury or illness,” which is defined as requiring inpatient hospitalization for more than 24 hours for reasons other than medical observation or tests. AB 1805 removes the 24-hour minimum hospitalization requirement. This means employers will have to report all inpatient hospitalizations, regardless of the length of stay. The bill also updates the definition of “serious exposure” to mean exposure to a hazardous substance that has a “realistic possibility” of death or serious physical harm (versus current law requiring “substantial probability” of death/ serious harm).

AGREEMENTS

The governor signed several bills affecting agreements between employers and employees, particularly arbitration agreements. First, AB 51 effectively bans mandatory arbitration agreements entered into between employers and employees. The bill specifically prohibits an employer from requiring an applicant or employee to waive any right, forum or procedure for any employer violations of the FEHA and the Labor Code.

PRIVACY

The 2018 California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) changed the consumer data collection rules, allowing consumers to know about and request deletion of data that businesses collect about them, among other things.

WAGE AND HOUR

The Legislature passed several bills addressing the payment of wages and penalties for failure to pay wages, some of which were limited to specific industries. Current law imposes, independent from other penalties, a civil penalty on employers who fail to pay wages as provided in certain sections of the Labor Code.

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CEO’S

CHAIRMAN’S CORNER

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Don Williamson

ach January the Corona Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors assigns a Board member to act as its Chairman for the calendar year. For better or worse, for 2020, it is my name landing on the rotating position. It is an honor to be Chairman, but the Corona Chamber of Commerce is not about individuals. That’s a good thing, because for over a century, thousands of people have been responsible for the longevity and success of the Chamber. Just as all of those who have served in our long history, we are just passing through, to be replaced by others who will volunteer. The Corona Chamber of Commerce is an institution in the Circle City. Its membership has included leaders from not only businesses, but non-profits, government and education. For most of its existence, the Chamber of Commerce has been either fully or partially subsidized by the City of Corona. From its founding for over sixty years the city did not have staff to take care of regulation compliance or business and public queries. The city and the Chamber continue to partner for specific services and programs. The Corona Chamber is dedicated to sustaining the positive aspects of

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Corona. Never has membership support been as important as it is today, because it has never been as difficult to work through the codes, taxes, laws and legislative actions that now govern California businesses. Our Chamber’s Legislative Action Committee monitors government actions and the over 100 pieces of new business legislation passed in our State each year. Despite the importance of what is at stake, we will still hear people ponderously lament that they do not see a “value in Chamber membership.” It is a preposterous belief considering all that the Chamber does to enrich our community. Of course, the fact is that those entities that do not participate with financial support, will by virtue of their location, receive the benefit of our works. It is sad to realize however, that without their support, we are not able to accomplish as much as we can with it. As is the annual custom, this year will quickly pass. We can but ask that you will join our endeavors to grow the Corona Chamber of Commerce and extend its influence to protect local businesses while continuing the orderly evolution from the one time rural “Lemon Capital of the World” to an important Southern California center of commerce.

The Chamber is commitment. We have dedicated our lives and our work to achieving great things. And we understand this requires a very practical and pragmatic approach to this work. Get the support you need to grow at www.mychamber.org

Catalyst. Convener. Champion.

ADVOCACY OUTREACH IS VERY IMPORTANT FOR OUR BUSINESS COMMUNITY, AND FORECASTING THE ECONOMIC SITUATION IS ON THE FOREFRONT OF ALL OUR MINDS.

o we expand, or do we hold for that inevitable oncoming recession? Looking at the stock market, job growth, and recent agreements with other nations tend to be great indicators for a bright future. The CORONA Chamber partnered with 3 Orange County Chambers to host an Economic Forecast at The Richard Nixon Presidential Library in February. The featured speaker was Dr. Chris Thornberg, founding partner of Beacon Economics, who shared an overall optimism specific to economic growth in the year ahead. “This expansion is going to continue,” stated Thornberg, referencing the pessimism in the last year—the economy is just fine. Regardless of the distractions in Washington, D.C., business owners realize it is imperative to focus on their business. I often challenge top leaders to consider investing in their own development. Last issue, I shared about the many seminars and workshops we offer for the business community. The 2nd Monday of each month at 8am we offer Coffee with an Entrepreneur, where we invite an established business leader to share their experiences and provide tidbits and ‘nuggets’ for others to benefit. In February, the CORONA Chamber presented letters to the City of CORONA Planning & Housing Commission and the CORONA City

Council. These letters were in support of proposed projects that could bring in excess of 1,000,000 sq.ft. of light industrial /manufacturing and R&D buildings. These 15 buildings on one property and another location in CORONA vary from multi-tenant buildings with multiple suite sizes to a larger building, with one just over 250,000 sq. ft. These projects will enable residents to have options on working locally! Part of our CORONA 2020 program is to eliminate miles traveled, and another component of the Public-Private partnership is to create more jobs. The CORONA Chamber maintains our efforts in Representing the Interest of Business with Government! Catalyst | Convener | Champion – these three words best describe the CORONA Chamber’s focus and direction for continuing to lead the communities we serve. Our membership base is growing, and many top executives have selected to apply for our coveted Executive Leadership Roundtable (ELR) program. This 9-month program consists of 10 full day sessions for a better understanding of how our community functions. The ELR 2020-2021 applications (due in July, and sessions begins September) are available online at MyChamber.org, and our ELR 2.0 program is enrolling now for a July start (ELR completion is a prerequisite). Personal Development is something serious business leaders embrace. Recently I joined a “Business Book Club”, where a group of professionals agree to read a book a month (#ReadersAreLeaders). The group is regional, and available to log on via Facebook. I extend to you the opportunity for you to join us on the 3rd Wednesdays from 4pm – 5pm, as we explore and share the various topics, findings and interpretations each author provides. Connect with me if you are interested in participating. As always, I am honored to serve as President of the CORONA Chamber!

Registration Now Open!

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Help Us Welcome Our New Members Listed on these pages are our newest members. For a complete member listing, visit www.MyChamber.org. Our members invest in our organization for numerous reasons. Many find the resources provided, the advocacy efforts and the economic profiles as viable assets driven by our five Core Competencies: Sustaining and Creating a Strong

Local Economy; Representing the Interest of Business with Government; Promoting the Community; Promoting Political Action; and Providing Networking Opportunities and Business Referrals for our member firms. If you are not currently a member, please contact the Corona Chamber at (951) 737-3350 or info@mychamber.org.

Herencia Mariachi Academy (714) 345-8740 430 River Rd., Ste. C Corona, CA 92880 Herencia Mariachi Academy stands for Heritage, Education, Reach, Encourage, Nurture, Cultural, Inspire and Accomplish. Our goal is to provide every component of which it stands for to each of our students.

Chef Doc Catering (951) 310-7289 Corona, CA 92879 Chef Doc is a full-service catering company that specializes in diverse diets and custom menus. Speak to us today about our flexible options and transparent pricing. Dollar Self Storage (951) 738-9557 1065 E. 3rd St. Corona, CA 92879 Self storage facility offering spaces from 5x5 to 20x50. We are gated, individually alarmed, and have security cameras and extra wide well-lit concrete driveways. FBC Mortgage (951) 227-0147 Corona, CA 92882 We offer residential mortgage lending, such as purchase, refinance, construction and renovation loans. First Packaging Systems Inc. (909) 497-0161 12615 Colony St. Chino, CA 91710 We specialize in industrial packaging, equipment and automation. Let us make your job easier and more efficient with stateof-the-art equipment to fit your needs. Fit 4U Meal Prep LLC (951) 751-2846 Corona, CA 92882 We provide delicious and affordable healthy meals that are made to the customers’ dietary specifications. Hensley at Corona Pointe (951) 272-6910 1171 Baywood Dr. Corona, CA 92881 Apartment Homes that feature 1and 2-bedroom apartments. Enjoy life-enhancing upgrades such as upgraded pool, outdoor showers, business center and fully renovated fitness center.

Industrus, Inc. (951) 900-2739 14100 Meridian Pkwy. Riverside, CA 92518 Custom beds for private planes, manufacturing, consulting, product development, production and quality control. Joe Orozco Real Estate Investments (424) 227-0607 Corona, CA 92883 We specialize in luxury homes, income property, probate and trust sales. Lucky Air, Inc. (951) 682-8573 12803 Temescal Canyon Rd., Ste. B &C Corona, CA 92883 Home comfort service provider serving all of Inland Empire and Orange County. Other Corona area HVAC companies may talk about their goals of 100% customer satisfaction, but at Lucky Air, Inc., we back it up. New York Life – Jakob Braun (951) 354-1468 4204 Riverwalk Pkwy., Ste. 200 Riverside, CA 92505 New York Life representative providing insurance and financial services. Planet Fitness Grand Oaks (951) 371-7825 3685 Grand Oaks Corona, CA 92881 Judgement free zone gym located in South Corona. We offer personal training, classes and much more.

Business cont’d from page 1 takes the opportunity to highlight the impact of outstanding entrepreneurs, small business owners, and others from all 50 states and U.S. territories. Every day, they’re working to grow small businesses, create 21st century jobs, drive innovation, and increase America’s global competitiveness. Learn more about this at: sba. gov/national-small-business-week. In 2019, your Corona Chamber supported this effort by participat-

PrimePay (714) 210-0773 13891 Newport Ave., Ste. 150 Tustin, CA 92780 Our products were designed with small businesses’ unique needs in mind. We’re more than just payroll. Our other solutions include HR solutions, time clock, benefits and admin, and compliance. T3 Motion (951) 737-7300 425 Klug Cir. Corona, CA 92880 At T3 Motion, through creative solutions and refined engineering, we endeavor to produce personal mobility vehicles that meet stringent performance standards and image of the professional. Temescal Dental of Corona (951) 273-9900 2097 Compton Ave., Ste. 104 Corona, CA 92881 We provide an ethical and caring environment with the utmost professionalism in guiding patients to optimal health. The Lawnmower Shop & Supplies, LLC. (951) 735-3391 420 River Rd., Ste. B Corona, CA 92880 We offer a wide selection of power tools and gardening tools for all of your landscaping and construction needs. Trilogy Financial (951) 738-1100 x6132 980 Montecito Dr., Ste. 108 Corona, CA 92879 Trilogy Financial Services advises couples, families, individuals and businesses, guiding wealth with prudent planning and years of collective wisdom and experience.

The back of each “I’m Here” card reads: Thank you for being a Chamber Champion. This was taken at Meraki Salon Corona.

ing in the second annual Clash of the Chambers, a community business-focused competition sponsored by Excelerate America, and we are proud to announce that out of 100 chambers of commerce across 38 states, your Corona Chamber came in first place! This fun game had us going headto-head with chambers nationwide to see who could visit the most local enterprises of varying stages as noted on the official Clash Gameboard. From an entrepreneur just opening their doors to a long-standing local go-to, we couldn’t wait to promote and celebrate our amazing community. Nominations to feature a small business were accepted, and followers joined along with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with #ChamberClash2019 #CoronaChamber #SmallBusinessWeek and #ImHere, and helped us come out victorious! (We earned extra points for every additional shared post—score!) Stay tuned for what we have in store for 2020 and ways for you to participate! This will be announced on our e-newsletter, website, and social media channels. Questions? Contact us at info@ mychamber.org or (951) 737-3350. The photos featured here show some examples of ways to highlight businesses while utilizing/leaving behind our signature I’m Here cards, available for pickup from the Chamber office, located at 904 E. 6th St. in Corona.

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30 Professionals Under 40 to Watch

orona and its surrounding cities are full of young, talented, driven professionals, and we are excited to feature 30 Under 40 in the upcoming 2020 edition of CORONA The Guide. These individuals were nominated by their peers and other business professionals far and wide, and selected by committee. Candidates quantitatively demonstrated business success (financial results, career growth)

and community involvement (impact on the region, advocacy). Each nominee had to be between the ages of 21 and 39 as of October 31, 2019, be a business owner or serve in a leadership role in their work or philanthropic life, and work or live in the surrounding region. Candidates could not have been a past honoree or work in select industries. Stay tuned for the official list!

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2020 Annual Guide and Business Directory of the CORONA Chamber of Commerce IN PRINT, ONLINE & TABLET-READY CORONA The Guide offers more than advertising. It’s a high quality, content-rich publication showcasing the best that Corona has to offer. ◆ Tell your story. In addition to display advertising, The Guide offers advertorial positions, providing businesses with the opportunity to tell their stories and engage the audience in feature article style. Special sections may include: Education; Health & Wellness; Real Estate; Legal & Professional Services; Calendar; Hospitality/Tourism; Non Profit/Community Services and Automotive Passions. ◆ Targeted distribution. For a full year, a minimum of 18,000 printed copies reach businesses, residents and those relocating to Corona. Thousands of copies delivered directly to the doors of local businesses and residents in higher-income neighborhoods throughout the area. ◆ Online & tablet ready versions. Distribution isn’t limited to print. Advertisers receive enhanced visibility with a dynamic online flip book that’s accessible 24/7 through the Chamber’s website.

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No Recession in Sight

The sold out February 13, 2020 Economic Forecast was captured by photographer Frank Salas.

By Eugene Montanez

number of Corona businesspeople were fortunate to attend a luncheon at the Nixon Library, hosted in part by the Corona Chamber of Commerce (in partnership with Brea, North Orange County and Yorba Linda Chambers), featuring Dr. Christopher Thornberg, founder of Beacon Economics. The short answer to when the next recession will be upon us is: There are no major indicators currently pointing at any correction in the economy.

Corona Chamber Chairman of the Board Don Williamson presents Economist Dr. Christopher Thornberg with a Make History challenge coin.

THERE ARE NO MAJOR INDICATORS CURRENTLY POINTING AT ANY CORRECTION IN THE ECONOMY. Over the years I have attended a number of economic forecasts by a number of economists, before, during and after the Great Recession, so you learn to interpret their analysis with what you know personally from your own business and acquaintances. Dr. Thornberg is very engaged and obviously very knowledgeable in the economy of Southern California. A number of cities and counties rely on Beacon Economics to give them forecasts that they use to help map the future. From what I have seen in our business and with the business owners I come in contact with, most everyone is very positive in the direction the economy is headed. One of his slides showed the strength of the Corona economy, with over 70,000 jobs including 12,000 in manufacturing and 12,000 in construction. When you compare this to other cities, it shows the years of growing Corona’s manufacturing base has worked quite well. These are all well-paying jobs, with skills that allow employees to grow in their companies. Corona is also very fortunate to have headquarters or main offices for a number of national

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and international brands, which helps local residents have choices. With the strength of both the Corona-Norco Unified School District and Norco College, our education system is preparing the next generation to either continue to university-level degrees or choose certificates in STEM fields to enter the workforce. With the continued growth in industrial/manufacturing space, this will allow this next generation to have local job choices, minimizing commuting outside the County. The complete presentation is online at: BeaconEcon.com.

2020 Executive & Business Partners These financial partners provide additional funding to the chamber to support & provide additional member services.

The Economy is Fine…

It isn’t the ‘when’, it’s the ‘why’

§ GDP Growth: Not too hot, not too cold § Consumer spending supported by strong fundamentals § Housing markets to bounce back solid in 2020 § Labor markets remain tight, wages on the rise § Interest rates down, inflation still constrained § Debt markets look very stable

WSJ Next Recession Survey Oct 2019

§ Reports of the end of of this expansion are highly exaggerated § Still a low chance of recession in next 24 months

Beacon Economics

To become an Executive or Business Partner for 2020, contact Bobby Spiegel at (951) 733-1836 or Bobby@MyChamber.org

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Celebrate! The following businesses were recently recognized at Good Morning Corona for their milestone anniversaries with the Corona Chamber. Join us in congratulating them for their ongoing investment in our community.

50 years

Calvert Real Properties (951) 735-3266 63 W. Grand Blvd. Corona, CA 92882 We have committed our resources of people, time, and money to recognizing and fulfilling the real estate needs of our clients. We constantly strive to provide the best possible service. 40 years

Mike Raahauge Shooting Enterprises (951) 735-7981 14995 River Rd. Corona, CA 92880 Our goal is for customers to really enjoy their visit to our shooting range. Our knowledgeable staff takes the time to explain shooting and gun handling processes to new shooters. 30 years

Pete’s Road Service, Inc. (951) 372-8600 866 El Camino Ave. Corona, CA 92879 Since 1969, Pete’s has specialized in tire sales and mechanical services for trucks, RVs, forklifts and construction equipment, with 24 hour tire sales and service and 10 drive locations throughout Southern California. 10 years

Bank of America – Corona (951) 736-7000 204 E. 6th St. Corona, CA 92879 At Bank of America, we have a clear purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection.

Hidden Valley Plaza (951) 245-0087 Corona, CA 92879 Full-service shopping center offering food, retail shopping, banking and much more. Located in Corona, CA near the 91 freeway and Interstate 15.

T-Rex Truck Products, Inc. (951) 270-5388 2365 Railroad St. Corona, CA 92880 T-Rex Truck Products has become the world leader in aftermarket grille design and manufacturing. We produce the finest automotive grilles in the world, and it shows in every product we sell.

Advanced Flow Engineering, Inc. (951) 493-7100 252 Granite St. Corona, CA 92879 Advanced Flow Engineering is a premier designer and manufacturer of automotive performance upgrade systems and components.

5 years

Cowboy Surfer Grill (951) 739-0115 387 Magnolia Ave. #106 Corona, CA 92879 Best Breakfast in town! Familyfriendly restaurant with great food! Find us on the corner of Ontario Ave. and Magnolia.

RoadSafe (formerly A Cone Zone, Inc.) (951) 734-9535 1640 Market St. Corona, CA 92880 Traffic control company, sales and rental of all traffic control equipment and engineering plans.

Double Tree by Hilton Ontario Airport (909) 937-0900 222 N. Vineyard Ave. Ontario, CA 91764 Inland Empire’s largest and most

luxurious full-service hotel with 482 rooms and suites and 27,000 sq. ft. of ballroom space for events from 10-750 guests.

Keller Williams Realty – Shannon Seif (951) 751-7336 4160 Temescal Canyon Rd. #500 Corona, CA 92883 Full-service residential real estate professional and a certified military residential specialist.

Norco Valley Dental (951) 817-1166 2574 Hamner Ave. Norco, CA 92860 Norco Valley Dental has maintained the highest standard of dental care to ensure every patient achieves and maintains a healthy, beautiful smile. Party Solutions (951) 734-3430 1353 Walker Ln. Corona, CA 92879 Providing rentals of event items throughout the Inland Empire and surrounding communities.

The Transportation Corridor Agencies (949) 754-3458 125 Pacifica #120 Irvine, CA 92618 The Transportation Corridor Agencies operate and maintain The Toll Roads in Orange County. The Toll Roads are 51 miles of public roadway in Orange County that were planned, financed, built and operated without taxpayer dollars.

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March/April 2020

Businesses & Individuals Honored at 109th Installation

he Corona Chamber’s Annual Installation & Awards Celebration was held on February 6, 2020. Featured here are many of the evening’s honorees. We are proud to have such a plethora of outstanding businesses and residents in our city. For a full album of photos, visit the Chamber’s Facebook page. Photos by Jim Dorsey Photography unless otherwise noted.

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March/April 2020

How an Italian Economist from the 19th Century Can Help You with Business and Life

MCA cont’d from page 1 original manufacturers have closed and modern manufacturers cannot or will not reproduce the original tiles. MCA is dedicated to preserving the legacy of buildings, specializing in historic tile reproduction. Some of the notable historic projects they have produced tile for include Hearst Castle, Union Station in Los Angeles, the Getty Villa, Alcatraz Island, The Mission Inn and most recently the Greek Theater. Corona Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board Don Williamson was amazed on a recent tour, as with many other residents, he had no idea of MCA’s products and commitment to Corona. Yoshi provided a great tour, highlighting all the

manufacturing aspects in producing quality tile products. For more information, visit: MCATile.com.

MCA Tile Owner Yoshi Suzuki shares with Corona Chamber Chairman of the Board Don Williamson about their products during a tour of his manufacturing plant.

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n 1896, an Italian economist named Vilfredo Pareto observed and recorded peculiar data trends in his country. Most notably, he found that 80% of the wealth in Italy was controlled by 20% of the people. Additionally, Pareto noticed that 80% of the land was owned by 20% of the population. Through the centuries, Pareto’s observational process was applied and repeated by others. And the same correlations and observations were replicated in various scenarios. To recognize Pareto’s accomplishment, these correlations and observations are now more commonly called the 80/20 Rule, or the Pareto Principle. Essentially, the rule states that 80% of an effect is from 20% of the source or input. The Pareto Principle is found everywhere and in all aspects of society. In our personal lives, there are countless of examples of the 80/20 Rule. Some examples include 20% of wardrobe is worn 80% of the time. Consider your friends. Chances are that you spend 80% of your time with 20% of your friends. And with technology, 20% of all the features on a cell phone are used 80% of the time. In the business world, examples are as numerous. Twenty percent of employees account for 80% of absences. Twenty percent of investments account for 80% of gains. Twenty percent of the sales team accounts for 80% of sales. Twenty percent of factories account for 80% of the pollution. A fascinating extension of the Pareto Principle is that you can extend the 80/20 Rule into further observations and analysis. For example, you determine that out of all your products in your inventory, 20% of the products account for 80% of product

sold. In other words, if you have 100 different product offerings, you find that 20 of the products are bringing in 80% of the sales. Then you can apply the 80/20 Rule again within the 20 products. Applying Pareto’s Principle to the 20 products, you will find that four of the products (20%) contribute to 80% percent of the sales within the 20 products. In the end, you will be able to determine the products that impact your business most. Another important focus with the 80/20 Rule is your clients. You will find that 20% of your clients are directly responsible for 80% of your sales. You can then drill down within your database and find that within the 20% of your clients, 20% again is responsible for 80% of the revenue. If the principle holds true, you will find that only a handful of clients are responsible for a big part of your sales. The aforementioned examples are just the tip of the iceberg. If you view and observe your life and business with the lens of the Pareto Principle, I promise that you will discover countless more examples and observations. Then you can make educated executive decisions and actions that will positively affect your business and life by focusing on those 20%. The huge implication and takeaway is that every unit of time that you expend will be more effective and efficient. Darren Takenaga, a business owner in Corona and a science teacher, writes on various topics that relate to business, marketing, life skills. He is an author of “Profit Now for Your Restaurant.” He can be reached at Darren. takenaga@gmail.com or through his website – SenseiOfSuccess.com.

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March/April 2020

RoadSafe Traffic Systems Acquires A Cone Zone Inc. PARTNERSHIP WILL SUPPORT WEST COAST EXPANSION

oadSafe Traffic Systems (“RoadSafe”), the nation’s largest provider of traffic control and pavement marking services, announced in January the acquisition of A Cone Zone, Inc. Founded in 2003 and based in Corona, California, A Cone Zone is a leading provider of high-quality traffic management equipment and services in Southern California with focus on serving utility end markets. The acquisition of A Cone Zone enables RoadSafe, which was acquired by ORIX Capital Partners in 2016, to

expand its footprint of more than 50 branches throughout California, one of the largest markets for traffic management in the U.S., as a leading provider of traffic control services and products. The transaction follows RoadSafe’s recent growth in the Pacific North West, which has become an increasingly active region for the company as part of its Western U.S. strategy. “Having served the California market for nearly twenty years, partnering with A Cone Zone is a milestone

for RoadSafe in our efforts to establish a more robust presence in California,” said David Meirick, CEO of RoadSafe. “A Cone Zone is a best-inclass provider in the region that has built a strong reputation for having a highly talented staff and delivering quality service.” Elaine Norland, Founder and President of A Cone Zone, will continue to lead the California operation alongside the current management team. “We are excited to partner with RoadSafe,” Norland said. “We continuously strive to better serve our customers and invest in our workforce. With RoadSafe, we have found a partner that aligns with our priorities. Their

ABC Hopes Provides Opportunities for Young Adults

BC Hopes has devoted itself to providing opportunities and programs for young adults with intellectual disabilities in order to continue building their skills sets, whether it be in an educational setting or in a physically active setting. As the organization grows, they continue to see the need for more programs that result in building skills for daily life, fostering independence and enhancing the overall well-being of participants. ABC Hopes (dis) ABILITIES Fitness has created an atmosphere that allows participants the opportunity to exercise their bodies, their minds and their social skills in a unique environment specifically designed with their own needs in mind. They are honored to be partnered with five different gyms/fitness centers, two of which are located right here in Corona: CrossFit Lifted South and Crunch Fitness have both opened their doors to the Hopers. They have embodied the

mission of ABC Hopes and work in tandem to empower Hopers during each and every workout! With the numerous health risks that come along with having an intellectual disability, it is of utmost prevalence that steps are taken to improve their physical well-being. Physical activity leads to improved daily routines and lifestyles. ABC Hopes (dis) ABILITIES Fitness’ goal is to provide young men and women with intellectual disabilities and their families the opportunity to live full, healthy and meaningful lives. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, ABC Hopes is fortunate to have been welcomed into various communities and look forward to expanding and continuing to grow their programs. With the continued support of sponsors and the communities they serve, ABC Hopes will continue to serve and provide service to Hopers and families.

focus on safety, execution and customer satisfaction complements our product offerings.” “As RoadSafe continues to execute on its consolidation strategy, the addition of ACZ furthers its initiatives of expanding its utility service offering and geographic presence,” said Omar Akbar, Senior Investment

Principal at OCP. “This acquisition will enhance RoadSafe’s position as the country’s leading traffic management provider.”

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March/April 2020

Explore Mystical Egypt with the CORONA Chamber

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Why is the Corona Chamber’s excursion going to Egypt? Egypt is making a lot of news with historical discoveries lately, adding to the ever-growing number of tombs, mummies and archaeological sites. A land of splendid World Heritage sites, thousand tourist platitudes, 5000 years old and yet the greatest civilization the world has ever known.

Did you know there are 2,300,000 stone blocks used for the pointed perfection of the Pyramids, and each stone weighs between 3 to 70 tons? Come learn more about the CORONA Chamber’s exciting Excursion at the presentation night. Enjoy pizza and pop, meet our tour expert, and ask questions you may have about the destination and the fun filled tours.

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Chamber Receives High Honors The Corona Chamber was honored with the Shatuf Tzedek Business Partner Recognition by Congregation Beth Shalom at their 14th Annual Legacy Luncheon on February 9, 2020. Pictured here are representatives from the Chamber. Back row L-R: 2018 Chairman of the Board John Weyhgandt, 2020 Chair Elect Kim Mabon, President/CEO Bobby Spiegel, and 2020 Treasurer/Finance Chair Palbinder Badesha. Front row L-R: 2015 Chairman Dean Seif, Board Member Marta Cortez, 2020 Chairman Don Williamson, and 2019 Chairman Mike Ryan.

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March/April 2020

Leaps & Bounds Celebrates 10 Years of Helping Children in our Community I

n 2010, Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy started in a tiny space, with a big mission: to bring quality therapy services to every child in need

in the Inland Empire. It started with physical therapy, and just Dr. Cassandra Sanders-Holly PT, DPT, PCS, Director/Founder, finishing year one with 3 special kids. Their mission has grown far beyond the original scope, adding programs out of sheer, apparent need. Along the way, they have added occupational therapy, speech therapy, adaptive riding, parent support, community riding lessons, recreational horsemanship camps, and sibling support programs. Each of these were inspired by a specific family who said, “wouldn’t it be great if...” and they just keep going. As they approach their 10-year anniversary this June, it is amazing to think about what has been accomplished. At the end of 2018, they were

preparing to move into their brandnew forever home. They added 11 top-notch staff members and grew to serve 803 patients to the tune of 20,839 visits over 2019. That is 3,344 more visits than 2018. Their Adaptive Riding Team completed over 2,400 adaptive riding lessons, where these special kids get to continue to learn important community life skills, woven in with the joys of horsemanship. With the increase in space and staff, they have been able to decrease waitlist times for services. Siblings are receiving some incredible support with the expansion of their sibling group, and parents continue to share joy, resources, tips, cries, and hugs. Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy continues to be the only center in the state to accept insurance coverage for the use of hippotherapy, and have grown to serve more children, while other private practices shrink and close. Leaps & Bounds is not just a place where kids receive therapy. They are a community. And over 800 lives, and the lives of their parents, their grandparents, their aunts, uncles, cousins, neighbors, and friends, are ALL better for it. Learn more at leapsandboundspediatrictherapy.org.

2020 cont’d from page 1 created in Corona saves commute time every day. To date, 2,500 jobs have been created in conjunction with the plan. All measurements of the effectiveness of the plan are from third parties. Employers independently confirm the jobs here they created or brought to Corona since December 2017. The measurement of likely commute times is based upon publicly available statistics generated by CalTrans, the State Department of Finance, and the federal government. “We first started working on this plan in May 2017 to help our community eliminate unnecessary traffic from all the roads and highways we worked so hard to improve,” said Anthony Edwards, Chamber board member and Legislative Action Committee chair. “And the best part of the plan is helping 2,500 of our neighbors build their careers with new local jobs.” Employers participating in Corona 2020 are helping area businesses save more than $7 million in lost economic wages and opportunity according to statistics from CNBC. “Traffic delays are one of the leading economic challenges that face any operation on a daily basis,” explained Mike Ryan, long time Corona Chamber board member and 2019 Chamber Chairman. “Anyone who has sat in a weekday slowdown knows how costly and maddening traffic is to schedules, employees,

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and customers. We have been working hard to improve our job market and keep roads operating efficiently, and Corona 2020 has worked.” The public private partnership with the City of Corona already has been recognized by the State Legislature for being the first of its kind in the state to combine economic development with a daily traffic savings measurement. “To us, great new jobs have a daily impact that you can measure improving the quality of life in Corona,” stated Don Williamson, the 2020 Chair of the Corona Chamber. “Historically, Corona has been a regional leader in business development and in being home to innovators. It’s great to see Corona 2020’s success.” Corona 2020 will run through the end of the year with monthly updates of progress forthcoming. We will keep you posted as the plan develops, and even more jobs come to Corona.

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March/April 2020

NSWC Corona’s Data Analytics Enables Navy to Dominate the Threat

o fight the great power competition at sea and abroad, data analytics is what the Navy needs, and Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Corona has it. That was the message imparted by Capt. Khary W. Hembree-Bey, commanding officer of NSWC Corona. “We’ve been doing data analytics before it was a thing,” said Hembree-Bey. “And we are a primary resource for the Navy for data science and engineering.” As the Navy faces ongoing challenges from adversaries, its leadership has emphasized the need to leverage technology to dominate the threat. For decades, NSWC Corona has served as the Navy’s independent assessment agent, gauging the Navy’s warfighting capability by providing analysis and assessment of fleet readiness and system performance and measurement accuracy to ensure the Navy’s warfighters have the tools to train, fight and win. As the Navy invests in technologies such as cyber security, unmanned vehicles, artificial intelligence, machine learning and digital twin, it seeks the partnerships of industry and academia to help achieve its goals. “The data is a conduit that helps the fleet better understand its readiness,” said Hembree-Bey. “You don’t just want the information; you want it to be predictive. We’re looking at the realm of what’s possible.” Private industry helps the warfare

center meet more than $255 million in annual contracting requirements, with $84 million in small business contracts. NSWC Corona also partners with local universities and high schools to place students in internships and STEM positions, helping to bridge the gap between schools and industry. Along with a science and engineering workforce of more than 3,700 civilians, contractors and military personnel, partnerships with industry and academia enable the command to carry out its mission. “We are here to enhance readiness and lethality,” said Hembree-Bey. Learn more about NSWC Corona at their annual Open House on March 14th and Industry Day on June 11th. Naval Surface Warfare Center Corona, headquartered in Norco, California, is the Navy’s premier independent analysis and assessment agent, using measurement, analysis and assessment to enable our warfighters to train, fight and win. The center analyzes warfare and missile defense systems, provides systems engineering for Live Virtual Constructive training ranges, and advises and administratively manages measurement and calibration standards for the Navy and Marine Corps. Capt. Khary Hembree-Bey commands the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) field activity with a workforce of more than 3,700 scientists, engineers, contractors and support staff.

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Shopping Centers cont’d from page 1 grocery); the Green River Promenade that cultivated a small restaurant/bar row (El Encanto Modern Mexican, J Sushi, Happy Hour Saloon, Green River Mediterranean, Big Al’s); and ones in transition, like the Corona Mall. Two of the highest profile centers are The Shops at Dos Lagos and Crossings at Corona.

have some entertainment uses that will be announced very soon, especially one for the former Toys”R”Us space. Additionally, they will be kicking off a new marketing plan called “Look what’s new in 2020” and will be working with the city to market the Crossings and its tenants.

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The Crossings opened in 2004. Laura Whitaker, the president of Castle and Cooke, the owners of the Crossings came to city council to provide an update. First, over 86% of the center is currently occupied. The Crossings has approximately 1 million sq. ft. of rental space. In the past year, over 276,000 new sq. ft. were leased long term. Another 35,000 sq. ft. is in process now. Over a 1/3 of the center has brand new leases. The Crossings is a legacy project for Castle and Cooke. Castle and Cooke

City staff and I met with the property management and the new owners of The Shops at Dos Lagos to express our support for Dos Lagos to be an entertainment/shopping/dining destination for not just Corona, but the surrounding area. Over the next couple of months, we will be looking into ways we can ease regulations to spur growth. The new owners understand this and are looking to add additional restaurants and other experience-oriented tenants. This will be a time of change as this transition happens, so please be patient and continue to support your local retailers in the time of change. SHOP LOCAL.

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Silver Dollar Pancake House 710 East Sixth Street, Corona 92879 Sizzler Restaurant 1461 Rimpau Avenue, Corona 92879 Slam Dunk Sports Bar 2854 Hamner Ave., Norco 92860 So Much Style Barbershop 247 E 3rd St, Ste. B, Perris 92570 SOS Postal 277 E 4th St., Perris 92570 Staybridge Suites Corona South 2731 Blue Springs Dr, Corona, 92883 Stone Church Brewing 2785 Cabot Dr., #160, Corona, 92883

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