Corona Business News Nov/Dec 2016

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he Corona Chamber is pleased to announce the following individuals and businesses that will be receiving acknowledgment and awards at their January 19, 2017 Annual Installation and Awards Gala.

The businesses of the year, receiving the Awards of Excellence, are: • The Silver Dollar Pancake House

• Pole Position Raceway • Creative By Design • 3M Company The Outstanding Non-Profit Award will go to Corona Life Services.

Making A Difference Award will be presented to Susie Rawson.

The Rising Star Award will acknowledge Adam Owens of SLAC, Inc.

Up Close and personal with Mark Peabody

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ark Peabody is a man of principal. His principals are simple: Honor, Love and Respect God, your workplace and your community. When you interact with Mark in the different areas of his life, those principals are on display for the world to see. Mark’s principals are interwoven in his business, Peabody Engineering, where he serves as CEO and the code of ethics he and his brother, Larry, run the company by and mentor

and empower their employees through. His principals also are on display in his marriage with ... Continued on page 8

Lifetime Achievement Award recipients are: • Lionel Rentschler, Dentist • Kerry Pendergast, Banking • Eva Mejia, Mejia TV and Appliances The Chairman’s Award and Citizen of the Year Award will be announced at the Installation in January.

See pages 7-9 for more information on award winners.

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he Corona Chamber is proud of their ongoing program to honor local heroes – Corona Police and Corona Fire Fighters. This program initially began in 1999 and has evolved to be its own feature at the Chamber’s December Quarterly Membership Luncheon. This year, the event will be held on Thursday, December 15 at Eagle Glen Golf Club. Res-

international airport (a bit further, choices of multiple airports), • home equity has risen above national standards • Corona is in the top 15 safest cities • businesses thrive Stories could be featured on each of the above bulleted items, and today’s article will highlight five (5) Corona based

The Annual Legislative Outreach Fundraiser and Salute to Active Duty

Extravaganza Grand Prix

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businesses that are finalists for awards at the upcoming Spirit of the Entrepreneur celebration (November 15 at the Riverside Convention Center). Listed in alpha order we celebrate and acknowledge the hard work and effort put forth by all entrepreneurs. Our community of Corona is well represented by A Cone Zone, Inc.; Agile Sourcing ... Continued on page 14

Military Dress Uniform

Cocktail Attire/Black Tie preferred DoubleTree by Hilton 222 N Vineyard Ave. Ontario, CA 91764

Friday November 4

General Admission begins at 6PM

ocation, location, location – a commonly stated phrase that depicts a community pride and in Corona’s case, a reality. At the heart of Inland Southern CA, where: • two major highways (Interstate 15 and California Route 91) intersect, • rail service through Metrolink has two locations, • within minutes we are at an

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he Corona Chamber is pleased to announce that Michael A. Hestrin, Riverside County District Attorney will be the featured speaker at the November 18 Good Morning Corona breakfast meeting. ... Continued on page 6

Honoring our Local Heroes

Spotlight shines on Corona businesses at upcoming Spirit of the Entrepreneur event

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District Attorney Michael A. Hestrin

ervations are recommended and the Chamber is seeking businesses that wish to help on sponsorship and hosting an officer or fire fighter.

Connect with Stephanie Shapiro at the Corona Chamber Stephanie@MyChamber.org or calling 951-737-3350; reservations can be made by visiting www.MyChamber.org As with each year, the ... Continued on page 4

CHAMBER AND CITY EMBRACE SHOP SMALL BUSINESSES

The BIG Importance of Small, Local Business

By Kimberly Davidson, Economic Development Manager, City of Corona

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hanks to American ExpressTM, the Saturday after Black Friday has recently come to be known as “Small Business Saturday” to encourage people across the country to support small, local businesses. On November2, Mayor Jason Scott will take this a step further by issuing a Proclamation making the entire month of November “Small Business Month” in Corona to recognize that shopping local helps to benefit the community by ... Continued on page 2

Chamber “Focus 2017” embraced by Board action

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he members of the Corona Chamber Board of Directors recently assembled for an entire fall day. The purpose was to evaluate the concluding current year, analyzing the Chamber’s numerous successes, while calculating ways to improve in the rapidly approaching new year.

With the insights provided by the executive leadership, the entire Board expressed enthusiasm in keeping its Legislative Outreach and Economic Development efforts as focal points to utilize member talents and Chamber resources.

Outreach in the legislative arena includes keeping the pulse of Sacramento and Washington D.C., with an emphasis on issues that are vitally important to our members. Chamber officers and members annually converge on both capital cities to meet with elected officials and promote our members interests. As usual, sojourns are being planned for 2017 and will again allow participating members (each who pay all of their own expenses, travel, hotel, meals etc.) to represent the Chamber.

Izn Economic Development, the Chamber will continue to support local businesses in getting established, expanding and improving their operations.

In May of 2016, the Chamber pledged to work on bringing 1,000 new jobs to the Corona ... Continued on page 10

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Small Business cont’d keeping tax dollars within the city and by supporting business owners who might just be your neighbors.

A small business is defined by the Small Business Administration (SBA) as an independent business having fewer than 500 employees. it is crucial to support small business because it makes up the majority (more than 99%) of business in the u.s. however, only about half will survive five years or longer according to the sba. because of this, small business saturday was created to bring attention to the importance of supporting these small businesses and the entrepreneurs who start them.

Shopping within the city you live is important because city governments provide services such as police and fire to their residents.

These services get paid out of the city’s General Fund. The Gener-

al Fund gets a large portion of its money from retail sales tax. BUT, the amount of money from sales tax is a very slow drip. For example, for every one dollar spent in Corona, the city government receives less than one penny ($.007). So, you can see how long it would take for those retail dollars to add up!

“The City of Corona acknowledges the value in all Corona businesses

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

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CORONA Business News Graphic Design Kim Lewis Jaclyn Fields Creative By Design www.creativebydesign.net

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and would like to encourage people to shop small and always shop Corona,” said Mayor Scott. “It really does make a difference.”

Small Business Month in Corona was initially spearheaded by the city’s Economic Development Department, which is an department in charge of bringing business to Corona and encouraging it grow here. To further help support small, local business, the Economic Development Department also works closely with the Corona Chamber of Commerce, which is a non-profit organization that encourages business growth in the community.

Corona Chamber Chairman of the Board Mark Peabody…supporting the idea: “Most all of our retail businesses fall under the category of small business, as defined by the SBA. Many of these stores are owned or managed by fellow citizens who are work hard to provide for their families. They would so appreciate your business, during November and beyond. The Chamber will be incorporating new plans to focus on shop local campaigns during 2017.” The Corona Chamber, established in 1910 has been the voice of

business, focused on bringing economic development and vitality to Corona for over a century.

“Working with the Corona Chamber is one of the ways we reach out to businesses in Corona,” said Kimberly Davidson, Economic Development Manager for Corona. “Making sure all of our companies have the support they need to succeed is a priority for us.”

We look forward to Small Business Month in November and the opportunity to bring attention to small, local businesses and their big contribution to the economy. Please help us to champion this event by always shopping local. Remember that even small changes, like always buying fuel in Corona before heading out, can yield big changes to the bottom line over time as it keeps both Sales Tax and the Gas Tax right here in Corona and helps to fund the many services in our city.

There will be ongoing efforts, suggestions and recommendations, so please visit: www.TeamCorona.com and www.MyChamber.org for a list of many businesses that support the local efforts

Chairman of the Board Mark Peabody Peabody Engineering & Supply, Inc.

Finance Vice Chair Kerry Pendergast CORONA Chamber Foundation

Chairman-Elect Don Garling Lifetime Vinyl Fence Fabricators, Inc.

Immediate Past Chairman Dean Seif CARSTAR Allstar Collision

City of Corona, Corona Chamber of Commerce & Express Employment Professionals Present:

Vice Chair Carolyn Anderson Corrao Waste Management

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

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Treasurer/Finance Chair John Weyhgandt Western States Financial

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Palbinder Badesha Express Employment Professionals Yolanda Carrillo Corona-Norco Family YMCA Jim Gore Vulcan Materials Company Ruth Jaffe Kaiser Permanente Kim Lewis Creative By Design Michael Lin, Ed.D. Corona-Norco Unified School District

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Chris Miller Thomas Miller Mortuary and Crematory

Mike Quraishi Aladdin Cleaning Services, Inc.

Linda Pearson Corona Regional Medical Center

Mike Ryan Ryan & Associates Financial Services

Lea Petersen Southern California Gas Company

Don Williamson Corona History Association

Dr. Anthony Pirritano Integrated Medical Center of Corona – CompAccess

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For advertising information, contact Heather Rawlings 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 900 businesses, representing over 55,000 jobs, the Corona Chamber is the voice of business. Learn more by visiting www.MyChamber.org.

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Corona Chamber takes on DC

Candidates Forum

By Don Williamson

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2016 DC Summit attendees representing the Corona Chamber and business community were: Mark and Cheryl Peabody (Peabody Engineering); Jim Brown (Keller Williams Realty); Carolyn Corrao (Waste Management); Yolanda Carrillo (Corona Norco Family YMCA); Randy and Karen Fox (City of Corona and Corona Rescue Mission) Elaine and Mark Norland (A Cone Zone); Dean Seif (CARSTAR Allstar Collision); Jeff Gibson (Occidental Communications Group); and Bobby Spiegel (Corona Chamber).

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uring our recent trip to Washington, DC, employers just like you met with California’s legislative delegation in Washington, DC, the Governor’s representative in Washington, the advocacy team from Riverside County Transportation Commission, US Chamber of Commerce and several other leaders. Each traveler paid a fee as well their own expenses for air, hotel, meals and transportation. This year’s trip coincided with the 15th anniversary of 9/11. Washington DC provides an atmosphere of numerous monuments and museums that can occupy day after day visits. The walks to various monuments were especially solemn yet rewarding – our nation’s capital surely has some wonder sites. Our business included several meetings and we are highlighting five of the top discussions discussed: The issue of global security in the age of international terrorism is becoming an increasingly local challenge.

While meeting with two of the world’s leading experts in international terrorism and its effect on our allies and vulnerable minorities globally, we heard from Sebastian and Katie Gorka in a private briefing on the issues.

Over the last two years, the issues of international terrorism have crept from the major urban centers of just a few war torn countries into over 32 countries in the case of ISIS. In addition, we had a thorough and unique “friend of the base” briefing from the Missile Defense Agency in Fort Belvoir, VA. This lengthy briefing gave a detailed overview of the incredible technology, innovation, and combined skill of thousands of highly trained engineers and military personnel (including many from NAVSEA Corona) to keep the world safe from rogue countries, terrorist organizations that may gain access to a missile, or countries interested in upsetting the global order.

That NAVSEA Corona performs vital work for the safety of our military and the nation and is prized by our leaders.

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al years ago, while Rep. Ken Calvert and several key legislators were very knowledgeable about NAVSEA Corona, many were not. In part because of our continued advocacy, the great work by over 1,000 personnel at the base is increasingly well known and protected by our leaders.

WE HAD A THOROUGH AND UNIQUE BRIEFING THAT GAVE A DETAILED OVERVIEW OF THE INCREDIBLE TECHNOLOGY, INNOVATION AND AND SKILLSETS THAT WILL KEEP THE WORLD SAFE FROM ROGUE COUNTRIES AND TERRORIST ORGANIZATIONS.

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Upcoming Department of Labor Rules on Overtime Exemption and Sick Leave Will Be Costly To Employers and Employees Alike.

In meeting after meeting, we heard that the Obama Administration’s new rules raising the salary cap required for employers to be allowed to be exempt from paying employers overtime will be costly to non-profits and for profit companies alike. While time is running extremely short, just days after our visit the House of Representatives voted to delay the overtime exemption rule by six months (Rep Calvert R-Corona voting yes). Unfortunately, the Senate adjourned for the election season without taking action so it looks like overtime exemption is taking effect December 1.

The 91 Expansion Project is a National Model

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While roads all over town are torn up, the success so far of the 91 expansion project has Riverside County becoming a national model for effective infrastructure development projects and in our advocacy we found 100% support for the 15 expansion project which was submitted to federal officials while we were in Washington.

The multi-year national Energy bill is closing in on becoming a reality.

For three years, we as a Chamber at the national level, we have worked with the US Chamber, Rep. Ken Calvert, Rep. Mark Takano, US Senators Feinstein and Boxer and many others to pass a multiyear energy bill that will expand and protect wildlife while extending the ability of American companies to produce energy here in the United States.

While in DC it was announced that the bill is nearly complete with Congressional scrutiny and research and will be ready for action with both houses either in the lame duck session after the national elections or shortly after the next Congress is sworn in in January.

The Corona Chamber’s Legislative Action Outreach is funded through its Annual Grand Prix Monte Carlo Extravaganza and other sponsorships. If you are interested in assisting, please visit www.MyChamber.org or contact the Corona Chamber CEO Bobby Spiegel at work 951.737.3350, email Bobby@MyChamber.org or call his cell phone at 951.733.1836

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ith the election just weeks away, the CORONA Chamber of Commerce’s September, “Good Morning CORONA” networking breakfast featured a “candidate’s forum” that included all contenders for three positions that governs the city of CORONA. The five candidates competing for two seats on the CORONA City Council (Margaret Beltran, Alex Garcia, Dick Haley, Dave Husted, Jason Scott) and the four for Treasurer (Brian Colla, Henri Ramon, Sol Shapiro, Chad Willardson) were seated in turn, by office, on the dais at the Eagle Glen Country Club.

Each candidate took the “timed” opportunity to introduce themselves and answer a series of questions submitted by Chamber members. Chamber Board members Yolanda Carrillo and Dean Seif, acted as moderators, selecting and posing the queries to each aspirant.

Board member Carolyn Corrao, ensured that each individual was allowed equal time to respond.

The format involved asking each candidate the same questions but in random order. This pattern proved successful in eliminating any temptation the candidates might have had to verbally confront one another on specific issues. Topics included dealing with the city’s growing debt related to public employee retirement funds, goals for the downtown mall area and the role of council members in working with the Chamber of Commerce.

The Council candidate’s portion of the Forum can be watched at this link: coronachamberlive.com/gmc9302016.html. The Treasurer Candidate’s Forum information link can be found on the Chamber website.

The CORONA Chamber of Commerce appreciates all who are sacrificing their time to run for offices and their willingness to serve our city. We are grateful that all candidates participated in our Candidates Forum and respect the importance of keeping not only our business community, but all citizens informed of their positions on the important issues facing the Circle City. The Chamber thanks you all.

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Chamber Focus cont’d Local Heroes cont’d Chamber and community are extremely proud of the men and women that wear the uniforms for the Corona Police and Corona Fire Departments. This year has been an exceptional year, and we wish to acknowledge all employees of these departments.

PEER RECOGNITION

Amber Waves of Grain

A BEER FESTIVAL IN SUPPORT OF AMERICAN VETERANS

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upport American Veterans at the Amber Waves of Grain Beer Festival, November 5th 2016 at The Shops at Dos Lagos. 29 microbreweries, live music, a living Veteran history museum, a parade, WWII military vehicles and more.

Meet a Pearl Harbor Survivor, an Iwo Jima Veteran and a Soldier from the ‘Great Raid’. In attendance will also be Congressman Calvert, Assemblyman Eric Linder and State Senator Roth.

Veterans Administration, Disabled American Veterans, California Department of Veteran Affairs and The Salvation Army Veteran Integration program will be on hand to provide immediate assistance for Veterans needing to file claims and benefits.

The American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will be on site to pro-

vide additional information and support to Veterans and family members requesting assistance.

This event will raise funds for non-profit organizations directly supporting Veteran causes. $40 Price includes: Admission to the beer garden, unlimited tastings and one commemorative pint glass.

All other events to include the Parade, Military Vehicle Display and the Living Veteran History Museum are FREE!!!!!

For more information: go to amberwavesofgrain.eventbrite.com Saturday, Nov 4, 2016 10:00am - 3pm (parade begins at 9pm) Location The Shops at Dos Lagos (2785 Cabot Dr., Corona CA 92883

Corona Fire – Robert Weidensohler Robert Weidensohler was selected by his fellow firefighters as the CFD’s firefighter of the year. His Peers recognized his commitment that far exceeded any standard and expectation of a firefighter. Rob works as an Engineer on Truck Company 1. Rob dedication to excellence is second to none. Rob worked tirelessly with the CFD training division to rewrite the training manual curriculum and inspection standards.

Rob also dedicated an enormous amount of time on the apparatus committee, outfitting our newest Fire Engines. Rob has used his 20 years’ experience as a paramedic to precept two rookie firefighters over the last year. Guiding them and teaching them the skills to save countless lives throughout their career. Finally Rob runs our annual Fill the Boot Programs where he has raised over a hundred thousand dollars for the Burn Foundation and Rely for Life. Robert dedication to his craft his department and his community is an example we should all strive to reach.

Corona Police – James Patton The Corona Police Officers Association nominates, Lieutenant James Patton for the Chamber of Commerce Peer Award. Lt. Patton has been a dedicated member of the Corona Police Department for over two decades.

He believes that working with our youth is an important part of law enforcement outreach. Lt. Patton is currently the Commander of the Corona Police Department’s Explorer POST. As the Commander he is a positive role model for the cadets that have a desire to learn about law enforcement and hopefully someday to become peace officers in our community. He also is the ranking committee member for the new Run with ACOP program, that bring law enforcement together with children, the community, and 100 Mile Club to combat childhood obesity.

Lt. Patton has been a police officer serving the City of Corona for over 25 years and has worked nu-

merous special assignments as a police officer, sergeant, and lieutenant throughout his tenure.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Corona Fire – Fernando Cardona Fernando is being recognized for his tireless efforts and commitment in implementing and leading the Corona Fire Department in the Community CPR program. Hundreds of high school students and community members have benefitted from his leadership and instruction of CPR. The CPR program insights interest in emergency medical careers. It also teaches leadership to assist someone in need. Most importantly this training will save a life one day. Fernando has not only taught life saving measures but has been a terrific example to lead our Youth.

LAW ENFORCEMENT

Lt. James Patton

Detective Megan Samano

Detective John Healy

Corporal Cortney Bell

Corporal Elizabeth Jolin

Officer Michael Lopez

Sergeant Ryan Brett

Officer John Lopez

Community Service Officer Angela Ensign In response to this growing national epidemic, the Corona Police Department has established the “Run with ACOP” initiative as a community partner with the 100 Mile

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Club®. The mission of the “Run with ACOP” initiative is to raise child obesity awareness and to promote a healthy lifestyle among the youth of the community while also building strong community partnerships. We have selected the 100 Mile Club® as our signature partner and will collaborate with their nationwide movement. Our hope is to inspire law enforcement across America to do the same. By partnering with the 100 Mile Club® the Corona Police Department is able to work closely with our schools and their families with the hope of promoting a healthier lifestyle among today’s youth.

LEADERSHIP

Corona Fire – Dan Fagan On January 31, 2016 Daniel showed extraordinary effort, speed and courage.

While working as a Firefighter on Engine Company 3, Dan and his fellow firefighters responded to a structure fire with reports of a victim trapped inside. Upon arrival Dan jumped swiftly into action locating the victim in the structure and single-handedly dragged him 50 feet around obstacles and through smoke and fire conditions. Once reaching a safe location Dan immediately started performing CPR on the victim.

Dan exemplified the Corona Fire Departments motto of “Serving Our City With Pride”.

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Detective Gary Griffitts Corona Police Department (GTF 8)

On June 9, 2016, GTF Region 8, along with the CA DOJ Special Operations Unit and 15 other agencies, approximately 300 officers in total, served over 30 search warrants at over 30 locations in Riverside County. As a result of the operation, the following arrests were made and the following evidence was seized: • 52 Arrests • 67 Firearms recovered • 38 pounds of illegal narcotics, street value $1.6 million • $95,700 in cash As with any organization, or in this case, a special team, there are multiple behind the scenes and integral team players – we want to also acknowledge the following individuals who were instrumental in this effort: Investigative Service: Riverside County Gang Task Force Region 8/ DOJ Special Operations Unit • Sgt. Ryan Brett Corona Police Department • Detective Gary Griffitts Corona Police Department • Senior Investigator Martin Silva Riverside County DA’s Office • Dep. Sheriff Ryan Eddy Riverside County Sheriff’s Department • Officer Ray Diaz California Highway Patrol • Deputy Probation Officer Morgan Johnson Riverside County Probation Department • Special Agent Supervisor Luis Lopez California Dept. of Justice

• Special Agent Supervisor Rigo Garcia California Dept. of Justice • Special Agent Sam Aguilar California Dept. of Justice • Special Agent Jose Barruetto California Dept. of Justice • Special Agent Ronald Brovetto California Dept. of Justice • Special Agent Michael Donohue California Dept. of Justice • Special Agent Scot Hunter California Dept. of Justice • Special Agent Geoffrey Hird California Dept. of Justice • Special Agent Paul Ramirez California Dept. of Justice • Special Agent Sal Rojas California Dept. of Justice • Criminal Intelligence Specialist Tonia Cubie California Dept. of Justice • CHP Investigator Rich Job California Highway Patrol • CHP Investigator Phil Rogers California Highway Patrol • CHP Investigator Jason Melvin California Highway Patrol • CHP Investigator Rich Harris California Highway Patrol • CDCR Special Agent Guillermo Moreno California Highway Patrol The Corona Chamber requests the entire business community and citizens of Corona to continually recognize and thank these men and women who bravely protect our lives on a day to day basis and are exceptional public servants.

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CHP Investigator Phil Rogers California Highway Patrol/DOJ SOU In January 2016, Riverside County Gang Task Force – Region 8 (GTF) received information regarding CVL gang members actively purchasing and storing firearms in the City of Corona. The firearms were mostly stolen or traded for drugs, and many were reported to be assault rifles.

• A sixth-month investigation operation was begun with collaboration between GTF 8 and the California Department of Justice Special Operations Unit (SOU).

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GMC cont’d Hestrin will provide updates on the specific items relating to the District Attorney’s office, public safety and his views for the future as it relates to our businesses.

Additional information will be shared about the 91 Freeway expansion and construction; as well as Economic Development Updates. Our guest emcee is John Weyhgandt of GlobalOne

Advisors, and our sponsor is the Corona Rescue Mission, Reservations can be made at www.MyChamber.org Michael A. Hestrin was elected as Riverside County District Attorney in June 2014 and was sworn in as the District Attorney on Jan. 5, 2015.

Hestrin was born in the Coachella Valley and he graduated in 1993 from the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona with a bachelor’s degree in history. After college, he spent a year

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living in Mexico with relatives working as a reporter for a small newspaper based in Guadalajara. He then returned to the United States to begin his legal studies at Stanford University. Hestrin graduated from Stanford in 1997, with both a Juris Doctorate in Law and a master’s degree in Latin American studies. Before being elected as District Attorney, Hestrin spent 18 years as a line prosecutor in the DA’s Office. During his years as a prosecutor, he had the honor to represent the people of Riverside County in some of the most difficult and challenging cases. He has completed more than 100 jury trials during his career. As Trial Team Leader for the District Attorney’s Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit, he prosecuted those who target and abuse children. For most of his last 10 years with the DA’s Office prior to becoming District Attorney, Hestrin was assigned to the Homicide Unit where he conducted more than 35 murder trials including seven successful death penalty cases.

Hestrin has been very fortunate to be recognized for his achievements during his legal career. In 2003, 2005, and again in 2010, he was named Countywide Prosecutor of the Year for Riverside County. Hestrin was chosen by the legal publication, The Daily Journal, as one of 2008’s “Top Twenty Lawyers Under Forty” for all of California. In 2009, he was honored as the Statewide Prosecutor of the Year by the California District

IN ADDITION TO PROSECUTING CASES, HESTRIN CONDUCTED TRAININGS FOR PROSECUTORS, PARALEGALS, LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS, RIVERSIDE COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION MEMBERS. Attorney Investigators Association. In 2010, the California District Attorneys Association recognized him as California’s Outstanding Prosecutor of the Year.

In addition to prosecuting cases, Hestrin conducted trainings for prosecutors, paralegals, law enforcement officers, Riverside County Bar Association members, and social workers in ethics, trial advocacy, sex offender prosecution, homicide prosecution, and capital case litigation.

He has also been an adjunct professor at Azusa Pacific University for the last 10 years teaching American Government, Introduction to Criminal Law and Procedure and Latin American History.

Hestrin currently lives in Murrieta with his wife and children.

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Lifetime Achievement Awards being presented

By Don Williamson

EVA MEJIA

Eva Mejia was not one to be held back by tradition.

She knew she could do anything and she did, from PTA president at Lincoln Elementary School, to earning a pilot’s license.

Eva is a Corona treasure and a cherished part of our past and present. The CORONA Chamber of Commerce is proud to present a Lifetime Achievement Award to the indomitable Eva Mejia.

Eva’s local roots are deep. In the twenties, her father, Epie Ramirez, was a key figure in constructing the Norconian Club. He helped to maintain that property until the Depression forced the Club’s closure. The buildings he cared for remain as a tribute to him and the others responsible for it. Today the property serves as the Naval Surface Warfare Center Corona.

Epie Ramirez’s contribution to the region did not end when the Norconian closed. Another of his children became a local legend. His son, the late Dr. Augustine Ramirez, was a teacher and the first Hispanic CNUSD superintendent. This year, his daughter, Eva Mejia, is being honored for her lifetime contributions to the Circle City.

Eva, along with her late husband, Ezekiel “Zeke” Mejia, were prominent citizens. She and Zeke, also a Corona native, grew up in an era when segregation was still a disgraceful policy. They triumphed over intolerance in the fifties, built a successful downtown television and appliance business, raised 4 fine sons, served in innumerable volunteer capacities, all the while building sturdy bridges between CORONA’s citizens.

The Mejias were instrumental in

forming social clubs in the Hispanic community that became tools in bringing overdue changes to Corona. Eva courageously stood up to bias and the Mejias were among the first families in town to buy a home in an area that Hispanics had been denied residency. Eva Mejia, helped to make Corona a better place then and continues to do so today.

DR. LIONEL RENTSCHLER

Dr. Lionel Rentschler, was first introduced to CORONA by one of his Loma Linda University, dental school professors, the late Dr. Waldo Wareham. Dr. Wareham, opened his dental practice here in 1958 and recognized a special talent in his young student. While attending dental school, Dr. Rentschler sold cars in the downtown Corona lot of Wilson Pontiac. In 1965, he hung his shingle on an Eighth Street office that he shared with Dr. Wareham.

With over fifty years of service to CORONA’s citizens, the CORONA Chamber of Commerce is pleased to recognize Dr. Rentschler with a Lifetime Achievement Award.

A record setter, CORONA historians have not been able to locate a medical professional that has practiced in this city for as long as Dr. Rentschler. He and his wife Sharon, raised a son, Stanton, who is a teacher, and a daughter, Lisa, also a dentist and a partner in her father’s practice.

Serving his patients has always been Dr. Rentschler’s trademark. A practitioner of modern dentistry, he continues to do give “old-fashioned” care by doing things such as personally calling his charges the night a procedure was performed. A dedicated professional, he is available 24 hours a day for emergencies.

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No one who meets Dr. Rentschler, can believe he is an octogenarian.

Seemingly, “beating the clock” he jogs regularly and carefully monitors his diet. He can be found working a full schedule at his office in the South Main Medical Plaza or his during evening walks throughout the community. The CORONA Chamber of Commerce salutes Dr. Lionel Rentschler and his half-century + of dentistry.

KERRY PENDERGAST

Kerry Pendergast, a fixture in local community banking, retired from the banking industry in 2015, ending a career that spanned, in excess of 45 years. Growing up in Riverside, he fondly recalls his first “real job” (he had a work permit) at Sage’s Market, where he was a box-boy for his favorite ‘checker’ Jack Brown (now CEO and Chairman of the Board of Stater Bros.

Markets). Over the years this bond grew and today they continue a ‘mutual friendship’ envied by many.

Kerry has a work ethic that is impeccable. Long hours, hard work and assembling a team that is similarly committed, while continuing to attempt to work smart, has earned him the respect of members of his board, staff, clients and banking colleagues alike. Believing that every team member is a critical component in making an organization successful was a philosophy that Kerry articulated day in and day out!

Believing that the Riverside and Corona marketplaces were underserved, when it came to having a true “community” bank, Kerry, along with his

good friend and cofounder, Kenneth Stream, formed an organizing group and began the process of filing applications for a new banking charter. After receiving the necessary approvals, the group began the process of raising, in excess, of ten million dollars in capital, primarily from the Riverside and Corona communities. After months of investor meetings the Bank opened its doors on September 10, 2001 . . . . then the following day, America’s life changed forever.

While ‘9-11’ created major challenges for the country, it also had the potential of creating major obstacles for the new Bank to overcome. Kerry’s steady leadership style galvanized his team and the support the Bank received from its community of shareholders served to keep things moving while the country slowly began to come out of the fog created by this cataclysmic event.

In late 2008, the country was faced with the worst banking crisis since the Great Depression, sadly causing the demise of several, local, regional banks, as well as numerous smaller banks in the low desert. It was unarguably the roughest period in Kerry’s career, not only from the perspective of a banker, but also from his realization that so many of his clients and friends were facing severe economic hardship; often through no fault of their own.

Kerry and his incredible team of bankers, bank directors, loyal customers and shareholders successfully navigated the ravaged Inland Empire economy and in January 2014 merged with Independence Bank (a community bank headquartered in Orange County). One year later the combined bank merged into what is now known as Pacific Premier Bank, creating pos... Continued on page 8

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Non-Profit of the Year C

orona is fortunate to have hundreds of non-profit agencies and organizations serving our community. Corona Life Services (CLS) is the Non-Profit of the year.

CLS is an organization dedicated to saving the lives of unborn children by offering alternatives to abortion. Providing aid for women and men with unplanned pregnancies, offering support and healing to those who have experienced the pain of abortion or pregnancy loss, presenting abstinence to singles as the only effective choice for the prevention of unplanned pregnancy and the spread of sexually transmitted diseases are some of CLS’ outreaches. Recently, the organization raised over $75,000 through their one day Walk For Life to help bring awareness to this very special cause.

In their “center” Pregnancy Tests, Limited Obstetrical Ultrasounds, Options Education, Fetal Development Education, STD / STI Education are performed. They also provide a wide variety of classes including parenting, abortion and miscarriage recovery, and abstinence training. A baby boutique enables additional material support

for moms and parents to be. Each program is dedicated to providing young adults the tools necessary to become good parents in alignment with biblical principles. Corona Life Services is always seeking those who have a heart for helping people understand the gift of life. Volunteers donate time working directly with clients, assisting with administrative support, becoming a church/community ambassador, fundraising event team member, or as a financial partner.

So far in 2016 operating as a free medical clinic, the organization has conducted 500 medical pregnancy tests and 300 ultrasounds. They have also provided free nutritional supplements, baby supplies and material goods to hundreds of men and women.

CLS provides a caring and compassionate environment to women when they are making life altering decisions. CLS is also there for women who are struggling with past life choices that may be causing them guilt, shame or emotional distress. No matter what the belief system of the client, the advocates will treat women and men with respect and without judgement.

Susie Rawson with father Wayne Keith in 2013.

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usie Rawson is synonymous with volunteering! Susie was raised with a family of philanthropists and community values. Her mom’s nonone sense, let’s get to work personality and her dad’s giving heart are the values they instilled in their daughters. Sadly Susie’s immediately family have all passed and it seems these days Susie is taking their place in the Community Service world, on her own. If you don’t have Susie working on your committee it’s probably because she is volunteering on another.

Here is just a taste of how Susie is making a difference in our community today: She serves on: • The Corona-Norco YMCA Board • Peppermint Ridge Board • FRIENDS OF THE Library as Recording Secretary • Corona Public Library Foundation (9 years to date, two years as President/served as recording secretary one year).

• Day of the Child • ire and Ice Planning Committee • Corona Women’s Club (four years served; three years as 3rd VP).

• PEO (four years. one as corresponding secretary).

As you know serving on any volunteer Board also includes many different events and countless hours in meetings.

Lifetime cont’d itive upside potential for the original shareholders of both banks.

Throughout his career Kerry has been actively involved in a long list of organizations in Corona and Riverside, often as their Board Chairman or President. In Corona, Kerry and Premier Service Bank have supported a long list of organizations, including the 100 Mile Club, the Corona Public Library Foundation and the Corona Chamber Foundation.

Kerry is past Chairman of the Corona Chamber. This is a job that requires exceptional organizational ability, leadership skills and insight into business. He mentored many businesses and individuals during his chairmanship tenure, a most time consuming position. Most

Susie also has helped the Chamber at several events, but Golf would stand out. She has volunteered every year at check-in and as a spotter. Not only does Susie volunteer the entire day, she also brings her daughter, Jill from Seattle, to work the tournament as well. Passing the love of volunteering on.

The Elks Christmas party for the children is another event she organizes and works on. The Elks can also count on her to wrap toys and clothes for the less fortunate families in town.

She is still very active with Beta Sigma Phi and has served on countless committees over the past 30-40 years. Susie was a full time teacher with the Corona Norco School Unified School District until she recently retired after 24 years.

Susie and husband Randy, have two grown children, Jill already mentioned and a son Jeff, who is the father of her three grandsons. Susie spends many fun days on football and baseball fields watching them play ball, or running after the youngest one.

Susie exemplifies the word “giving” and what it means to not only live IN a community but how best to SERVE it. She is an example of a long time quiet citizen in our community that is always Making A Difference.

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take on the task for one year. Kerry was the rare exception and volunteered to serve two terms. His devoted support to the many organizations listed above, along with his belief that we all have a responsibility to give back to our community has earned him the CORONA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD. Kerry has been married to his wife Barbara for 42 years. They have two children, Jeremy and Tracy; three grandchildren; Rachel, Max (Maxwell) and 3 week old Sammy (Samantha).

Son-in-law Josh and daughter-in-law Wendy are pretty special as well! Kerry shares this acknowledgement with his loving, supportive and close knit family who, at the end of the day, have made any success he has enjoyed possible.

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2016 Businesses of the Year I

t gives us great pleasure to announce the following Businesses of the Year, to be recognized by the Corona Chamber of Commerce at the annual Installation & Awards Gala on January 19, 2017. Winners were selected by a nominating committee from submissions received. There are four categories that are being recognized: retail, service, entertainment, and manufacturing/distribution.

RETAIL

The Business of the Year in Retail award goes to Silver Dollar Pancake House.

Owners Robert and Diana Hernandez have been running the iconic restaurant since 1991, with its roots dating back to the 1950s. Diners pack in seven days a week for their take on comfort food. Everything is made fresh, but it’s more than just a great breakfast or lunch that keeps diners returning and willing to wait for a spot on busy weekends. Everyone there is family, whether you’re an employee, a patron, or simply dropping off a delivery.

The loyalty of the customers is a testament to the quality of service, food, and warm feeling you get the instant you walk through their doors. Two devastating fires in the early 1990s and 2000s threatened to close down operations, but the Hernandez’s are in it for the long haul. Each time, they rebuilt, and despite being closed once for a year and the second time for three months, customers waited patiently and returned with elation.

Someday they’ll pass their business on within the family and retire to enjoy

their grandchildren, but for now, Robert cooks six days a week, and you’ll see Diana in there waiting tables too.

selected as Small Business of the Month by OnDeck and the Elsinore STORM.

SERVICE

ENTERTAINMENT

Creative By Design will be receiving the Business of the Year in Service award. Their mission to give outstanding visual communications and marketing products to its customers and clients that are highly creative while still being cost effective is one of the reasons they stand out in their field. They get to know each business they work with on an intimate level, spending quality time getting to know their clients and the goals they have for their businesses. It is their goal to be so integrated with a business that they essentially become an extension of it. Their clients trust them to give their company a unique, professional image and sound marketing advice that keeps them competitive in their marketplace.

Established in 1996, Creative By Design was founded by Kim Lewis, who also serves as the Creative Director. The staff of Creative By Design has over 40 years of combined experience in Graphics and Marketing. They have received over 60 awards for their creative works from organizations like the Western Publications Association, Association Trends and Folio, including honors such as Best Cover, Best Annual Report and Magazine of the Year. They were also

Pole Position Raceway, a chain of U.S. indoor karting facilities, has earned the Business of the Year in Entertainment title. Founded in 2005 by three-time land speed racer Ken Faught and former pro motocrosser Jason Williams, the very first of their 13 raceways opened in Corona and features a European-style road course and 55 of the fastest rental karts. The growth and expanding popularity of indoor go karting, combined with first-class operations, have made Pole Position Raceway one of the fastest growing go kart companies in the sport and an excellent venue for corporate events, having hosted a Corona Chamber mixer in August 2016 and will soon be home to the inaugural Corona Cup championship race.

Their mission is to create an exciting environment where casual drivers and professional racers have a chance to test their skills against one another, and introduce new people to the dynamic world of motorsports. They are currently working to create a network of 50+ tracks. They have invested heavily in the latest technology, to combat environmental problems caused by running traditional gas engines indoors. A trip to Pole Position is both fun and safe, and we are honored to recognize this nationwide company that calls Corona its birthplace.

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eceiving our Rising Star Award is Adam Owens, a young and upcoming entrepreneur, is a resident of the Corona/Norco community and has been for many years. His wife Jennifer and their 4 children are the most integral part of Adam’s success. His local corporation S.L.A.C. has been operating here in our community for 2 years and in that short time has reached remarkable heights and now employs nearly 50 people in our community.

S.L.A.C. is an acronym for Student

Loan Assistance Center, which assists students and borrowers, federal student loans under the William D. Ford Act to enable allowed entitlements to restructure current loans based on income and family size to find the most effective payoff solutions. S.L.A.C. helps thousands of consumers of which most working in the public service industry i.e. nurses, police officers, and teachers. The goal is to find assured financial relief under the current repayment system working with budgets and restrictions each college graduate is faced with. To this end the Student Loan Assistance Center has done just that assisting millions of consumers on a nationwide level.

The company is constantly growing and expanding as the need for student loan assistance grows at an enormous rate with our children currently facing more than 1.3 trillion dollars of debt.

MANUFACTURING

The 2016 Business of the Year in Manufacturing distinction goes to 3M Corona, one of four plants in the Industrial Mineral Products Division that supplies roofing granules to the asphalt and metal roofing shingle industries. They have been actively involved in the community since the inception of the plant in 1948.

Their mission is to be the world’s leading supplier of roofing granules for asphalt shingle manufacturers. Occupying 1,300 acres of land in the Temescal Canyon area, 3M is a Fortune 500 company recognized for their worldwide research and development, innovating more than 40 technology platforms. The Corona plant specializes in sustainable mining, crushing and screening, ceramic coating, and process design and control.

In October 2016, 3M, in partnership with the Corona Chamber and City of Corona, brought experts from around the world to Corona for a 2-day symposium/demonstration on Natural Pozzolan-New Pozzolan, an alternative and possible solution to a shortage that is slowing road projects. This could make California a global exporter of an industry-changing product. Their vision to have technology that advances every company, products that enhance every home, and innovation that improves every life, keeps them striving for excellence.

Please join us in congratulating these four outstanding organizations. Sponsorships and individual seating are now available for the Annual Installation & Awards Gala.

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Focus 2017 cont’d region. “Often we hear great news of a new company coming to Corona offering 100 new jobs and without a doubt, we will take those larger companies and we are eager to assist a business in locating to Corona,” stated Mark Peabody, the Chamber’s 2016 Chairman of the Board. Mark added, “We also want to maintain our appreciation and focus on assisting those companies who have been here, year after year. We will continue working with small businesses to help them increase the number of jobs they offer by as many as possible.”

The incoming 2017 Chairman of the Board, Don Garling, shared, “Membership Development is another component of Focus 2017. Our chamber will be active is in visiting businesses weekly, ensuring they understand the multiple opportunities available.” Don went on to say, “The Corona Chamber in partnership with the city of Corona, provides businesses the opportunity for resources through seminars, workshops and information specific to tax incentives offered through the State of CA and federal government.

The Corona Chamber will continue to be the liaison between governmental agencies (city, county and state). This includes assisting businesses with introductions and connections which cut through the typical governmental red tape.”

The all-volunteer Chamber Board, filled the room. With over25 in attendance, they concluded their session by officially welcoming the new Board members that will take office in January and bidding a grateful, “so long” to those whose time on the Board has ended. All agreed, 2017 will be a fantastic year for the Corona Chamber of Commerce.

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CORONA Chamber welcomes new Board members T

o better represent the business community, the CORONA Chamber Board of Directors voted unanimously to expand its volunteer Board to welcome the following new Directors.

These members will be inducted at the January 19 Installation and Awards Gala, but officially take office on January 1.

vast knowledge to provide the best and care for her patients.

NEW BOARD MEMBERS

Aimee French – owner of Breathe Clinic, specialized in Pulmonology and practices in Corona, CA. Dr. French, a graduate of UCLA Medical School, is a quadruple board certified physician who opened her medical practice in Riverside and Corona in 2013. She is the local Inland Empire Chairman for the American Lung Association and has helped in the planning committees for the Annual Lung Walk held each November. She has aided in the Lung Expo that was held May 2015 in Ontario, and in July 2015 Dr. French was the lead author for a research paper along with her colleagues at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Listed by the Corona Chamber as one of the 40 under 40 Best and Brightest in 2016, she is a truly remarkable individual who applies her

Don Goodluck – General Manager of Dart Container Corporation, oversees one of Corona’s largest manufacturing facilities. A lifetime Californian, Don understands the passion that leads to business success in the Golden State.

He is determined to keep manufacturing jobs in CA for reasons that include the economic benefits there are to local vendors, contractors and services.

Don joined Dart in 2003. He is married and has 3 children and 2 grandchildren.

Dart manufactures cups, plates, containers, lids and straws made from such materials as expanded polystyrene foam, solid polystyrene, polypropylene, polyethylene terephthalate (PET), paper and sugar cane. From its humble origins as a machine shop in Mason, Dart has expanded across the globe to include more than 40 locations in seven countries. Dart’s facility in Corona has built a multi-million dollar facility for recycling polystyrene foam.

During his time off, Don enjoys playing golf. He also likes to play the guitar and perform songs he has written himself.

Jan Steiner owner of Thoro Packaging has accomplished growth of a business initially started by her father. A unique and specialized folding carton packaging manufacturer, Jan and her professional team provide clients with top quality, effective packaging that is the envy of all competitors. Wellknown and respected throughout multiple organizations, Jan has capitalized on her knowledge, experience and common sense. Her company continues to grow and expand here in Corona.

Attorney Sean R. Kelley is the founder and managing attorney of Kelley Law. With a focus in Estate Planning, Trust Administration, Corporation Formation and Corpo-

Farmers District Office: 355 E Rincon St #215, Corona, CA 92879

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rate Maintenance, Sean firmly believes that protecting and securing one’s personal and professional legacy are the most important things a family can do.

Sean’s approach to law is the same as his approach in life; that Family and Faith must be central. Building a business up from the ground or creating a Trust to pass on your legacy is about providing stability and financial independence for your family and passing that security into future generations.

Tom joined Fender in January, 2013as the Vice President of Operations at their Acoustic Custom Shop in New Hartford Connecticut. In 2014 he transferred to the Corona plant.

Tom currently resides in Murrieta CA with his wife Jan. They have three children, Julie, Becky, and Tom who are located in Illinois, New York City, and Atlanta. Tom and Jan have had no difficulty in acclimating to the SoCal lifestyle and climate after moving from the Northeast Snow Belt.

Each of these new directors will enhance and join our current board.

A short bio on our existing board can be found on our web site www.MyChamber.org

Tom Brockman, Vice President of Manufacturing Operations of Fender USA Fender is known worldwide for their Telecaster and Stratocaster guitars. Our Corona facility is home to the Fender Custom Shop.

Tom has spent the last 40 years of his career pursuing his passions for manufacturing excellence and music. He studied Furniture Design at Edinboro University in Pennsylvania and has worked for Ethan Allen Furniture and Bassett Furniture for the majority of his career. Tom also has a strong background in Lean Six Sigma and has received state recognition for his efforts in developing environmentally responsible manufacturing processes in both Pennsylvania and Vermont.

2017 OFFICERS AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS • Palbinder Badesha Express Personnel Service (2017) • Tom Brockman Fender USA (2019) • Yolanda Carrillo CN Family YMCA (2018) • Carolyn Corrao Waste Management (2018) • Aimee French Breathe Clinic (2018) • Don Garling Lifetime Vinyl Fence (2017) • Don Goodluck Dart Container Corporation (2018) • Jim Gore Vulcan Materials Company (2017) • Ruth Jaffe Kaiser Permanente (2018) • Sean Kelley Kelley Law (2019)

• Kim Lewis Creative By Design (2019) • Michael Lin CNUSD (2017) • Chris Miller Thomas Miller Mortuary (2018) • Mark Peabody Peabody Engineering (2019) • Linda Pearson Corona Regional Medical Center (2019) • Lea Petersen The Gas Company (2019) • Anthony Pirritano Integrated Medical Center of Corona (2018) • Mike Quraishi Aladdin Cleaning Services (2017) • Mike Ryan Ryan and Associates (2017) • Jan Steiner Thoro Packaging (2019) • John Weyhgandt Western States Financial (2019) • Jerry Wilson PRMG (2017) • Don Williamson Corona History Association (2017)

LEAVING THE BOARD

Leaving our Board will be Kerry Pendergast who retired earlier from a lifetime of banking. His dedication and commitment to our chamber has been remarkable. He continues today to open doors and provide insights on doing business with various entities. Also departing is our liaison for the Navy, Captain Corry Shedd. As an enlisted serviceman, Captain Shedd’s tour of duty here at the CORONA Division was up and thus transferred to another base.

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ABOUT THE CHAMBER:

The CORONA Chamber has been providing Resources for Prosperity since 1910. The Chamber has continues to promotes business, advocacy, community and economic development while serving as a catalyst for improving the overall quality of life in our community and region.

The CORONA Chamber connects local businesses, service organizations and all levels of government to create an environment where people want to live, work and play.

The Chamber is a private, not-for-profit organization, supported by over 900 businesses throughout the Inland Southern California, representing over 55,000 jobs. Most of our members are small businesses with less than six employees.

ABOUT CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP:

Chamber membership is an option for any business, and the Corona Chamber has introduced a new monthly payment plan or annual investment options to fit all business models. For your personalized introduction and review, contact Heather Rawlings at the Corona Chamber 951.737.3350, email Heather@ MyChamber.org or log on to the Chamber’s website www.MyChamber.org.

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UC Riverside Athletics Maximizes Student

-ATHLETE HEALTH WITH NEW THREE-YEAR PARTNERSHIP WITH MAX MUSCLE NUTRITION

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Economic Impact by Chamber Actions C

orona became the center point for the Inaugural Natural Pozzolan and New Pozzolan Symposium and Concrete Demonstration. Presented by a wide variety of speakers and attendees representing various parts of the globe – internationally, Greece and Canada were represented, mining / cement facilities from Arizona, New York and California made up the over 75 attendees. Organized and orchestrated by 3 entities, the Corona Chamber, City of Corona and the 3M plant in Corona.

“It went extremely well,” cited Jay Lukkarila, Mining Engineer with 3M.

“This event would not have been possible without the Corona Chamber of Commerce or the City of Corona. Because of your help, this event was a BLOCK BUSTER! From the City of Corona, a positive impact was made in the concrete industry creating new ways of thinking about pozzolans which opened up the possibility for new solutions!”

3M hosted a concrete demonstration, showing the attendees just how the Natural Pozzolan / New Pozzolan works. It appears this was also a success as many attendees are eager to try and incorporate these products into their applications.

iverside—UC Riverside Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Tamica Smith Jones and Regional Director Amanda Boyd of Max Muscle Nutrition announced today that the Highlanders and Max Muscle have agreed to a three-year deal, making Max Muscle the official nutrition provider for UC Riverside Athletics.

In addition to providing Highlanders student-athletes with NCAA-approved nutritional supplements, Max Muscle will dedicate 10 hours per week of nutritional guidance to student-athletes; and provide them with athlete-specific nutrition plans, hospital-grade body composition technology, and insights into potential eating disorders. All this to ensure that each of UC Riverside’s 300-plus student-athletes are able to fill in the nutrition gap that may be missed when training at an elite level, perform at peak efficiency, and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

“We are both excited and humbled by the opportunity to work with such a prestigious Division I Athletics Program like UC Riverside,” said

Boyd. “Our collaboration will focus on building upon the existing success of the university, and investing in our athletic community.”

“As a collegiate athlete, you are striving to reach your personal best in sports, health and life,” said Smith Jones. “Besides training, nutrition is the most important influence on sports performance. What you eat and drink makes the difference. We are striving to be the best in the Big West Conference, and this partnership helps us get a step closer to aiding our student athletes and elevating program success.”

Max Muscle and the Highlanders are partnering on a number of related community events throughout each academic year, and collaborate on in-store appearances by members of the coaching staff and UC Riverside Spirit Squads.

The two entities are also merging their considerable social media presence to cross promote pertinent events while raising the profile of both brands in the Inland Empire.

Peabody cont’d

lated to Economic Development, Events and Programs, and Marketing.

Mark has taken his responsibilities very serious. His focus and dedication are admired by many.

Last year’s Chairman of the Board, Dean Seif, said, “Mark has set the example of being a manufacturer, and taking on important volunteer roles in the community they operate in. His involvement has become a beacon for attracting many other manufacturers to serve on the Chamber board, beginning 2017. Many business owners join the local chamber of commerce, but few people ever take it to the level Mark does.

He has become an integral part of the community. He not only joins, but puts his time and business into everything he does. If every business owner did as much as Mark and his wife, Cheryl, do, Corona would be that much better!”

Mark’s impact to our community is witnessed by the multiple organizations that acknowledged Peabody Engineering with numerous of accolades and awards.

On top of all that he does for the Chamber, he is also a key member of the Circle City Rotary Club of Corona.

Mark is a very religious and passionate man, who works tirelessly on causes in which he believes.

Mark will officially turn over the reins of leadership to Don Garling of Lifetime Vinyl Fence on January 19, 2017. This is the Annual Installation and Awards Gala for the Corona Chamber. Knowing Mark’s commitment, his activity will continue in high gear. His determination to help others and have the business community thrive will remain his agenda.

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is wife of 32 years, Cheryl, and how they raised their two sons, Adam and Kyle, into great young men. They are clear the way he serves at his church and shares his love of God to those that he comes in contact with. Mark also lives his principals through servanthood. He has served the Corona Chamber of Commerce as our Chairman of the Board this year, mentoring and supporting the chamber and its members wherever needed. He sits on the Governing Board for the Corona Regional Medical Center, is a member of the Corona Rotary, conducts a Life Group through his church, and helps many local and international charities. He also looks to the future and the next generation and mentors college students and offers real world work experience at his company. Mark Peabody is truly a man of many principals, and, thankfully, the City of Corona and our Chamber of Commerce are the beneficiaries of them and the man who embodies them.

It seems like yesterday that Mark Peabody was installed as Chairman of the Board for the CORONA Chamber.

Yet 10 months have flown by, and our Chamber’s strength, visibility and actions have increased tremendously under Mark’s leadership.

The Chamber Board of Directors (business owners and representatives that volunteer) adopted four key initiatives for 2016 with membership, perhaps, the most important, as we are a member-based organization, and growth towards reaching 1,000 members is just on the horizon and other initiatives re-

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Veterans Day commemoration November 11 at 10am

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HERO and PACE Programs to be discussed T

here seems to be some confusion and misguided information about the HERO program – (Home Energy Renovation Opportunity). In an effort to better understand just how the HERO program (residential focused) and PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) which is the commercial / industrial application version the Corona Chamber and City of Corona has invited Rick Bishop, Executive Director for WRCOG (Western Riverside Association Of Governments) to be our speaker on this subject. Mr. Bishop is executive director of the Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG), a joint powers authority consisting of 17 cities, the County of Riverside, the Eastern and Western Municipal Water Districts, the Morongo Band of Mission Indians, and the Riverside County Superintendent of Schools. He is responsible for developing and implementing programs in diverse areas such as transportation, energy, environment, growth, and the economy.

WRCOG’s HERO Program provides financing to property owners to implement a range of energy saving, renewable energy, and water conserving improvements to their homes and businesses. Improvements must be permanently fixed to the property and must meet certain criteria to be eligible for financing. Financing is paid back through a lien placed on the property tax bill. The HERO Program was initiated in December 2011 and has been expanded (an effort called “California HERO”) to allow for jurisdictions throughout the state to join WRCOG’s Program and allow property owners in these jurisdictions to participate.

ABOUT HERO AND PACE

HERO is a PACE program that provides financing for energy-efficient and renewable energy products. In the state of California, HERO provides these same financing options for water-saving and drought-resistant products.

HERO offers more consumers access to energy-efficient options because HERO is financed as an assessment on your property. The interest on these payments may be tax deductible (Prop-

erty owners should consult their tax advisor regarding potential tax benefits).

Approval for HERO is primarily based on the equity in your home and your debt payment history, rather than your credit score. HERO finances 100% of the cost to purchase and install eligible products, with fixed rates and flexible terms of 5-25 years, depending on the improvements you choose and the state in which you are located.

Should you decide to sell your property before your HERO assessment is paid in full, any remaining balance may be able to transfer to a new property owner (of course, with any situation, there are exemptions or rules and we encourage you to read the fine print on any paperwork).

Rick will provide the attendees an overview, as well provide answers to questions – some of the commonly asked ones are listed below.

• How is HERO financing paid through my property taxes?

• Are all contractors qualified to install eligible HERO products?

• What happens if a property is sold?

• What are the eligibility criteria for HERO? • What products are eligible for HERO? • If I owe more on my house than its market value, am I still eligible for HERO? • Can a mobile home/manufactured home qualify for HERO? • Does a condominium qualify for HERO? • Can a property placed in a trust qualify for HERO? Come learn, engage and ask your questions – this seminar is one of the ways the Corona Chamber and City of Corona provides its citizens and business community with outreach and answers.

Tuesday, December 13 10am - 12pm Corona Chamber, 904 E Sixth Street, Corona 92879.

Register online at www.MyChamber. org or call 951-737-3350.

Free for Chamber members, Corona businesses and residents.

Non-residents fee is $40.

ithout a doubt, the Greatest Generation are those individuals 17 year olds to mid-20s lived protecting our freedoms, entering and serving World War II. Not many are left on this earth, as they near the age of 90 and beyond. We will forever be grateful to these brave men and women for going the distance, living through those horrific years of the holocaust, Pearl Harbor and beyond.

Friday, November 11 is Veterans Day. A holiday that often goes unappreciated, or truly understood. Fortunately, Valencia Terrace (2600 S Main Street, Corona) will be hosting their annual Veterans Day commemoration event at 10am and it is open to the public. Not because I am emceeing this year’s event, but because the stories must me shared, I encourage and invite you, your family, neighbors and businesses to carve out time and visit. The official part of the event will be less than one hour, but you are welcome to stay around and visit with some of these true American Heroes!!

One in particular is John Busma, who celebrates his 99th birthday this November 3. We will be honoring Mr. Busma during the ceremony.

Mr. Busma went to enlist in the Navy right after graduation from high school, but the recruiters made him wait until he was of age. So, at age 18, on November 19, 1935 he became official and started his basic training in San Diego. He finished basic training in Hampton Roads, Virginia at Machinist Mate School. After graduating he returned to the west coast and was assigned to USS Medusa ARI. This was the first Navy ship built as a repair ship dedicated to repairing ships at sea. He started as a Fireman 2nd Class and worked in the lower machine shop. He was ambitious wanting to advance to higher paying positions.

He studied hard and took less than a year to advance to the next level. He continued to advance throughout his Navy career ultimately reaching the

level of Lieutenant Commander.

In 1939, his ship was about to go to the New York World’s Fair when Hitler invaded Poland. In the spring of 1940 the USS Medusa and several other battleships set sail for Pearl Harbor.

On the morning of the attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941, Mr. Busma’s ship was spared, being birthed some distance away in the Pearl City area. From his ship he could see the Japanese planes flying overhead and witnessed the bombing. His ship was one of the first to engage the enemy in anti-aircraft artillery and was responsible for shooting down two planes and disabling a submarine.

He resigned in 1946, but a friend talked him into joining the Navy reserves.

In November of 1950 he was called to active duty once again on the Diphda AKA59 as Chief Engineer. His ship served as an ammunition ship at a “calculated risk” meaning the ship had no safety features. Active in the Korean War his ship was involved in the invasion of Okinawa and survived 12 days of Kamikaze attacks during WWII. The final ship he served on was the USS Hamul AD20, again as Chief Engineer. At the end of 1953 he ended his service with the Navy as a Retired Lieutenant Commander.

Mr. Busma has been married to his bride of 72 years, Iris since March 3, 1944. They are residents of Valencia Terrace for over 6 years, and very active. Mr. Busma participates in numerous Veteran Activities, and so enjoys visiting with the El Cerritos Middle School’s annual Veterans program.

Mr. Busma’s story is just one, and I can guarantee you will meet other American Heroes at Valencia Terrace (as well other retirement centers and various locations throughout our community).

If you are unable to attend the November 11 event, please be sure to acknowledge and thank a Veteran next time you see one. The freedoms you have today, are in direct correlation to their service.

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Spotlight cont’d Partners, Inc.; American National Manufacturing, Inc.; ESL Power Systems, Inc.; and Veg-Fresh Farms.

A CONE ZONE, INC. (160 N. Joy, Corona 92879) is a leader in top quality traffic control equipment and services in Southern California and beyond.

Focused on safety and the smooth and efficient flow of traffic around construction job sites. Their relationships with numerous cities, counties, and state agencies allows ACZ to handle all traffic control needs including plans, permits, traffic control set-ups, and more. Founded in 2003, Elaine Norland, a Corona resident, began with a used truck, 100 cones, an arrow board and a few signs. As a woman owned business, they are determined to set themselves apart from others by offering excellent service and quality products. Today, their work takes them throughout Southern California in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego and Ventura Counties. ACZ’s reputation is built on our employee’s dedication to completing each job with speed, accuracy and safety in mind. Customer satisfaction is a passion of theirs. Congratulations to Elaine Norland and the entire team at A Cone Zone, Inc.

AGILE SOURCING PARTNERS, INC. (2665 Research Drive, Corona 92882) is an integrated supply company committed to providing sourcing and material supply solutions that best meet each customer’s unique needs. Agile supports utilities, suppliers and manufacturers in the gas and electric industry through streamlined communications, contract and project management and collaborative cost savings. Agile pro-

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vides innovative and value driven procurement, workforce and project management services to our country’s gas and electric utilities and supply companies. They help build our nation’s energy infrastructure. Congratulations on your nomination and best of luck to Maria Thompson and her team!

AMERICAN NATIONAL MANUFACTURING, INC. (252 Mariah Circle, Corona 92879) has been a leading manufacturer of sleeping surfaces in both the consumer and medical fields for over 30 years. Starting out in the early 70’s in a small building in Orange, California with just a couple of machines and a desire to create the best sleeping surfaces available, American National has kept its finger on the pulse of innovation ever since. At first, producing mostly water mattresses and softside sleep systems; American National produced its first air mattress in 1986 and has been inventing, re-inventing and improving the concept over the last 30 years. With their innovative ideas they have quickly become a leader not only in the consumer market but also in the medical industry producing high quality therapeutic support surfaces for the prevention of Decubitus Ulcers also known as bed sores. As their company has grown over the years one thing that hasn’t changed is their commitment to produce products that improve the quality of life for the people who use them. Best wishes to the entire Miller Family for your nomination.

ESL POWER SYSTEMS, INC. (2800 Palisades Dr., Corona 92880). Since its inception in the early 1990’s, ESL Power Systems, Inc. has emerged as an innovative leader in the design and manufacturing of safety-interlock electrical solu-

Norco College Awarded $4 MILLION GRANT FROM THE NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION

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orco College received notification this week of a renewal award for its National Center for Supply Chain Automation (SCA). Funded through a grant from the National Science Foundation under its Advanced Technological Education Program, SCA is one of only 42 National Centers throughout the US. The five-year $4 million award will allow Norco College’s SCA to continue its work and expand into 19 states with the greatest concentration of supply chain activity. It will also allow the SCA to host a National Symposium for Supply Chain Automation, establish a nationally recognized industry certifi-

cation for the occupation, establish a model apprenticeship program at the state and federal levels, and increase the number of individuals from underrepresented populations entering into supply chain automation.

“This is incredible news for Norco College and our partners,” said Kevin Fleming, dean of Career and Technical Education. “Over the next five years, we will continue to put state-of-theart education programs in place that successfully move students through high school and community college and university, preparing them for challenging, good-paying jobs in this fast-growing career field.”

tions including: • Electrical connecting devices for refrigerated containers and RTGs • Ship-to-shore power connection equipment • Manual transfer switches for emergency power • Company switches for set stage applications • Shipyard power distribution equipment • Wayside power connection applications As a certified small business, ESL is proud to offer solutions with the lowest cost of ownership in the industry. ESL demonstrates its continuous commitment to customers by delivering sound workmanship on time and within budget. ESL also takes pride in being environmentally conscious. From recycling in the office to manufacturing products that support clean electrical power, ESL seeks out solutions to reduce pollution and minimize our carbon footprint. We wish Michael Hellmers and the entire team at ESL congratulations on your nomination.

VEG-FRESH FARMS (1400 W Rincon, Corona 92880) has become one of our community’s hidden jewel. Bringing quality produce, tremendous partnering and hundreds of jobs to our region, with over 150,000 square feet of refrigerated space, 7 different segregated coolers to accommodate different temperatures and humidity levels, and 6,500 refrigerated pallet positions, Veg-Fresh Farms services multiple restaurants, eateries, stores and businesses throughout the nation. Food Safety is a top priority, and is ingrained in their company culture.

Their Food Safety/QA team receives accredited third party training and certification, as well as continuing education courses. This is a huge plus knowing who and how people handle your produce, rest assured of the cold chain integrity,

Norco College received their first $3.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation in 2011.

In its first five years of operation, the Center: • Established a strong, committed industry leadership team with membership that includes Target, FedEx Ground, UPS, Cardinal Health, Toyota and others.

• Conducted a national survey of supply chain employers to identify needs.

• Developed a model program of study for the occupation of supply chain technician.

• Produced a variety of instructional support materials for the model program, including career awareness lesson plans, course outlines, videos, white papers, and an electronic

and proper food safety standards for handling and storage. An old adage, “time is money”, certainly rings true in the produce industry. Veg-Fresh Farms has a new menu of services designed to strengthen the supply chain arena, by increasing efficiencies and lowering costs. By consolidating at Veg-Fresh Farms reduction in windshield time, reduce down time waiting to be loaded at several different locations, and stop worrying about exceeding DOT driving hours. Congratulations to Mark Widder and the entire team at Veg-Fresh Farms!

ABOUT THE SPIRIT OF THE ENTREPRENEUR AWARDS The Spirit of the Entrepreneur Awards program was founded in 2003 with one purpose - to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of the Inland Empire’s top entrepreneurial business leaders. Since that time, they have honored more than 200 entrepreneurs as finalists and bestowed the coveted Spirit Award to 70 entrepreneurs. Over that time, their black tie awards program (November 15, 2016) has become the top business event in the Inland Empire! Drawing entrepreneurs, business and community leaders from every part of the two county region, they’re proud to celebrate the entrepreneurial success stories that drive our local economy and serve as roles models for aspiring entrepreneurs.

EVENT DETAILS Date: November 15, 2016 Location: Riverside Convention Center Attire: Black Tie Tickets: 909-537-3708

e-textbook titled Introduction to the Automated Warehouse, which was published on the Apple iBookstore in July 2015.

• Acquired educational collaborators who have adopted our content in 10 states.

“Norco College is thrilled with this opportunity for students to continue to advance with technology and receive hands-on experience. This National Science Foundation grant is vital in providing the college with the resources to contribute positively to college-to-career pathways on regional and national levels,” said Monica Green, Norco College interim president.

The mission of the National Center for Supply Chain Automation, hosted

by Norco College, is to increase the number of highly-skilled supply chain technicians to meet the increasing national demand.

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ere you aware that a large upgrade for transmission (electrical) lines was being considered for our community? Almost a year ago, Southern CA Edison met with the City of Corona to share their goals of bringing in a much needed Sub-Station Transmission Line project. With our ever growing communities, SCE is positioning themselves to help ensure proper and adequate electrical service is provided.

The initial proposals that SCE submitted hit some huge concerns from all angles, the City of Corona, the business community and residents. This is NOT a NIMBY (Not In My Back Yard) issue, it is more of concern for proper and reasonable notification, understanding and coming to a consensus.

The citizens of Corona have an op-

portunity that is guaranteed under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to comments on the Mira Loma-Jefferson Sub-transmission Line project that will run through Corona, tearing up newly paved street and putting up 100ft tall transmission towers in our neighborhoods. Under CEQA, we can comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) and let our voices be heard.

In order provide a coordinated cacophonous response to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), several members of the public asked to form a Citizens Task Force to respond

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to this project the City gave its blessing at a public meeting on Tuesday October 18th. The Corona Chamber of Commerce volunteered to coordinate this effort. If you are interested in participating please contact/write/email to add your voice to be heard, log on to www.MyChamber.org and sign up.

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hose ever famous Clydesdale horses are making their way to the greater Corona area. Many thanks to Palbinder Badesha, franchise owner of Express Employment Professionals. Express Employment Professionals and the Corona-Norco and Eastvale United Way are hosting the world-renowned Express Employment Professionals Clydesdales at the Water Wheel Saloon (980 6th Street, Norco, CA 92860) on Saturday, November 12, 2016.

“We are hosting this fundraiser to benefit Family Support Services organization which supports children from families affected by domestic violence,” states Badesha, who serves on the United Way Board of Directors.

“Come out and take your picture with the world famous Clydesdales or even a ride on the wagon! There will be food, vendors, raffle and fun! We will also be doing a gift card drive, which will assist in buying items for the Holiday Store where the families we service are able to come pick out gifts for their family for the holidays,” shared Alan Villalobos, Executive Director for the CNE United Way. “Having financial support from businesses like Express Employment Professionals enables our organization to make an impact on the lives of many. We are grateful to Palbinder and her company for providing the community this opportunity.”

“I look forward to providing this unique opportunity to the community and also taking advantage of this exciting time to benefit our local children,” said Badesha.

Of a rare black and white color, the Express Clydesdales stand 1718 hands high and weigh more than 2,000 pounds each. Their shoes are the size of dinner plates and weigh more than three pounds each.

For sponsorship information and vendor booth opportunities, please contact Rebecca Spiegel at 951-7078807 or rebecca@TooTheMoonandBack.com. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, November 12

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The Riverside-Corona Express Employment Professionals franchise began operation in 2006 and serves the Corona, Norco, Eastvale and Riverside areas with temporary help and direct hire employees in a variety of fields, including administrative, commercial, data processing, technical, sales, marketing and more. Their office, located at 357 N Sheridan St. #100, Corona, CA is currently accepting applications. Express is on a mission to put a million people to work annually. In 2015, the company generated $3.02 billion in sales and employed a record 500,002 people. For more information, visit www.expresspros.com.

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