Progress Magazine April 2011

progress Modesto Chamber of Commerce

April 2011 Vol. 32 Issue 4 Modchamber.org

Consultants Help Companies Reposition For Success New Members

Work In Progress

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Consultants Help Companies Reposition For Success

Chairman

Ralph Curtis, Curtis Legal Group

Chairman Elect

David Gianelli, Gianelli & Associates

Vice Chairman of Internal Operations Eric Benson, JS West & Company

Co m m u ni ty D evel o pm en t

Vice Chairman of External Operations Kathy Halsey, Individual Member

Vice Chairman of Member Relations David Halvorson, American Chevrolet

Vice Chairman of Events & Special Projects Doug Johnson, Reach Business Systems, Inc.

Directors

Lynn Dickerson, Gallo Center for the Arts Dan Garcia, Tri Counties Bank Pat Gillum, Pat Gillum, CPA Neal Khatri, Best Western Khatri Properties Craig Lewis, Prudential California Realty Sharon Likely, Kaiser Permanente Mike Moradian, Peace of Mind Home Inspections Bill Moreno, Fire 2 Wire Ron Owen, Bank of the West Suzy Powell, Individual Member Chris Ricci, Chris Ricci Presents Jeremiah Williams, Oak Crafts by Jeremiah

Guest Column Leadership Modesto Announcements Awards and Achievements

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Eco n o m i c D evel o pm en t

Ex-Officio

Bill Bassitt, The Alliance George Boodrookas, Modesto Junior College Keith Boggs, Leadership Modesto David Boring, Never Boring Design Associates Greg Nyhoff, City of Modesto

Chamber Staff

Cecil Russell, President/CEO crussell@modchamber.org Minnie Dodge, Administrative Manager mdodge@modchamber.org Sharon Novotny, Accountant snovotny@modchamber.org Nita Gruendeman, Membership Sales Manager ngruendeman@modchamber.org Elizabeth Facanha, Special Events Manager efacanha@modchamber.org Meagan Lopez, Administrative Assistant mlopez@modchamber.org

New Member Profiles People On the Move

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Work In Progress Land of Opportunity

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N e tw o r ki n g A nd R e fe r r a l s

About Progress...

Postmaster: Send address changes to: PROGRESS, P.O. Box 844, Modesto, CA 95353. Editorial opinions are not necessarily those of the Board of Directors or members of the Modesto Chamber of Commerce. Chamber members may submit news by contacting: Progress Editor, email info@modchamber.org, P.O. Box 844, Modesto, CA 95353, (209) 577-5757, fax (209) 577-2673. Inquiries about ad rates, please contact Kristin Bowker at (209) 526-9136. Deadline is the 10th of each month for news and advertisements for the following month’s publication (news published at the discretion of the Editor on a first come, first served, space available basis).

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Amb assad or Co r n er As an Ambassador, I find opportunities to make a positive difference and learn from

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each professional I call on. I not only meet ordinary people doing extraordinary

things, but I am able to extend the outreach I do for individuals I would not have

Advertising Sales

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otherwise met.

beneficial business relationships to name a few. Pacifica Senior Living Modesto is

Modesto Chamber of Commerce Mission Statement

To promote the region’s economic strengths and vitality; identify and promote services that are valuable to our members; advocate for public policy that is advantageous to the business community; and fully participate and partner in activities to improve quality of life.

The result? Thank you calls, notes of gratitude and mutually

Rebekah Martin

an Assisted Living Community that specializes in memory care. Volunteering as an Ambassador goes along with our philosophy of being a resource to the community and a part of the solution.

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L e ader s hi p

C ha i rma n’ s C or n er We want to hear from you! As we move forward

in our efforts to reinvent the Modesto Chamber of Commerce, it’s important that we hear from our members about what you would like to see your

chamber doing and how the chamber can help you with your business.

Ralph Curtis

Frankly, I’ve heard from some people that the perception is the chamber is run by a small group of people that doesn’t really care about hearing from the membership. Nothing could be further from the truth. The current administration at the chamber recognizes that it is critical for the membership to have a voice in the direction of the organization.

Our goal is to move the chamber back into a leadership role in our

community. We want the chamber to “matter.” We want people to look to the chamber for leadership.

How do we accomplish this? I think we do it by making sure the chamber

truly represents its members. That way, when the chamber speaks, it speaks on behalf of 1,000 business owners, a pretty formidable group.

And as we better serve our members, by knowing what it is they want and need, we will gain more members and, as a result, more credibility.

We will be able to accomplish more things to serve our members and promote the local business community.

It’s no secret that our local economy faces challenges. Your business

probably faces challenges. There are some things the chamber can do to help. We are making an extra effort to reach out to you to find out how we can give you a hand. In addition to our ambassadors making

calls on members, we are also going to do some small focus groups in Construction Management

the community.

CONGRATULATIONS

Design/Build

You can help in this process by giving us a call. You can call our CEO, Cecil Russell, at the chamber at 209-577-5757. You can also call me at my office at 521-1800. Let us know what you think. Let us help to make your business successful. By doing so, we can make the chamber successful, giving us more resources to help get our local economy moving again.

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Ralph Curtis

Kathy Halsey

David Gianelli

Eric Benson

David Halvorson

Curtis Legal Group Chairman

Individual Member Past Chairman Vice Chairman External Operations

Gianelli & Associates Chairman-Elect

JS West Vice Chairman, Internal Operations

American Chevrolet Vice Chairman, Member Relations

Doug Johnson

Cecil Russell

Bill Bassitt

George Boodrookas

Keith Boggs

Reach Business Solutions Vice Chair, Events and Special Projects

President & CEO

The Alliance Ex-Officio

Modesto Junior College Ex-Officio

Stanislaus County Chief Executive Office Leadership Modesto Ex-Officio

David Boring

Greg Nyhoff

Lynn Dickerson

Dan Garcia

Pat Gillum

Never Boring Design Progress Magazine Ex-Officio

City of Modesto Ex-Officio

Tri Counties Bank Director

Patricia Gillum, CPA Director

Neal Khatri

Craig Lewis

Sharon Likely

Michael Moradian

William William Moreno Moreno

Best Western Khatri Properties Director

Prudential California Realty Director

Kaiser Permanente Director

Peace of Mind Home Inspection, Inc Director

Fire2Wire Director

Ron Owen

Suzi Powell

Chris Ricci

Dennis Wann

Jeremiah Williams

Bank of the West Director

Individual Member Director

Chris Ricci Presents, Inc. Director

Tim Colbert & Associates, Inc. Director

Oak Crafts by Jeremiah Director

Gallo Center for the Arts Director

Consultants Help Companies Reposition For Success Written by Claudia Newcorn

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s businesses continue to wrestle with the impact of the recession in our region, an often-overlooked and cost-

effective solution that can help companies navigate the

grow their business.

troubled times are consultants. From expert individuals

“It’s also about getting an independent expert viewpoint,” adds Michael

to firms that can offer multiple resources under one roof, businesses in

a full-service management consulting team and a member of the

who bring decades of experience in a particular industry or discipline, Stanislaus County have access to outstanding expertise.

A Fresh Point-of-View

So why should a company consider using a consultant? There are

multiple reasons. Consultants can provide a fresh outside perspective in all areas of the business explains Stu Gilman, CEO of External

Resources, Inc. (externalresources.net), which provides specialized

professionals as well as information technology for commerce and

Loschke, President of IMC Consulting & Training (imc-modesto.com), Institute of Management Consultants U.S.A. that specializes in larger organizations. “When you have employees worrying about job security,

you’re not going to get that. And the familiar structure in which you’ve been operating for decades may no longer be suited for the changing

business climate.” IMC conducts in-depth assessments to evaluate a client’s people and processes, diagnosing their organizational condition before recommending programs or strategies.

government. “There is often the mindset people have that the status

Terry Barnhart, Principal of Success Seminars (successseminars.biz),

have the capability of growing into a larger, more profitable business.”

all the work done. A coach or consultant helps set in priority what must

quo is acceptable, and they don’t see that ‘better is possible’ – that they

Doug Johnson, owner of Reach Business Solutions (coachjohnson. com) agrees, adding that owners often don’t realize that their staff is

not working well together. “As part of my work, I do personality trait

shares that “Many businesses simply don’t have enough people to get be done first.” Working with his partner Gary McKinsey, their firm helps individuals and organizations reach optimal levels of performance through training and development in all areas of business.

tests, because you want your operation to run like a well-balanced

“Consultants help companies increase their production and profits, and

tends to hire like, but you can’t have everybody talking, working and

(Dalecarnegiemodesto.com), a certified trainer and consultant who has

machine, and that means staff need to complement each other. Like

thinking like you.” His firm specializes in consulting, coaching, strategy

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improve their people,” says Victor Delgado of Dale Carnegie Training

been serving clients for nearly 30 years. “production because there are

C ov e r S t ory

always ways to improve and streamline; profit because cash flow and

agrees, “Any time a company is seeking to change, if they don’t have a living

expenses are critical; and people because they affect production and

breathing business plan – they need to be working with outside experts.”

make the best possible choices.”

Businesses of all sizes can benefit, including startups. “Many times a

profit. A good consultant is trained to analyze and advise clients to

business owner may have a great idea, but lacks the personal capital or business expertise to bring the idea to market,” Gilman explains.

“Consultants help companies

“We teach and mentor these people, because we have the resources

increase their production and profits,

team that has the knowledge, sophistication and expertise they need.

and improve their people.”

– Victor Delgado, Dale Carnegie Training

to help bring ideas to market by supporting them with the right

We have relationships with investor groups and can help prepare a business for investment.”

“Helping people become more effective communicators builds morale,” Delgado emphasizes. “Training in all areas of an organization is vital,

The Warning Signs

Often companies don’t heed the warning signs that they need assistance, instead waiting until they are in a troubled or even dire situation.

Barnhart notes some indicators include chronically sagging sales; high staff turnover; a preponderance of consensus-driven decision making; difficulty terminating poor performers; reactive, rather than proactive thinking; unproductive teams; and a failure to set

and achieve quality standards. “Consultants are often invited in after something has gone wrong. It’s much like taking your car to a mechanic when it loses power. By that time, people may be lost, revenues down and reputations suffering.”

Not understanding the value of employees is a common problem,

Delgado says. “They are the most important asset that a company has.

Often business owners don’t invest in their people.” He adds that a common objection he encounters to using a consultant is ‘I’m too small or cannot afford it,’ not recognizing that the solutions offered can deliver measurable results and pay for the services.

Lack of conflict resolution is another huge issue, Johnson points out, with companies ignoring problems until they erupt. “Too often, the first

thing a company cuts to save money is training and HR, and that sets

up trouble. We help them to reduce exposure to HR issues by tackling

employee development and improvement, and teaching people to become accountable.”

Loschke points out that no sense of urgency, poor leadership, lack of prioritization, stagnant turnover of goods and services, and the denial

of the accuracy of negative information are also red flags. “The challenge is to improve the client’s condition by fostering higher degrees of awareness, trust, cooperation and action. Only then can they move to focus on planning, executing and evaluating.”

and little improvements make a huge difference.”

“It’s also about leadership,” Johnson explains. “Everybody has

leadership elements to their job. Coaching people to understand their abilities and build upon them keeps a company moving forward and growing productively.”

“Ultimately, it’s about helping a company reposition itself with the

end in mind,” says Sonya Morgan, VP of Business Development at External Resources. “Consultants help companies prioritize issues

and start resolving them in a successful manner. This will help generate a measurable return on investment in business practices, and human capital.”

Measuring Results

Companies understandably want to know if working with a consultant pays off, and by establishing mutually agreed upon objectives with

clear benchmarks and desired outcomes, the consultant’s impact can be measured.

“It is ultimately about becoming a close trusted advisor so you can improve the client’s condition,” Loschke concludes. “A consultant should be a good diagnostician, communicate effectively, be able to listen objectively, to facilitate groups and sensitive issues, and help the organization focus on the new activities that will lead to the changes they seek.”

“You’re bringing in experts who understand what it takes; it’s not just about

business theory, but actual implementation, something they know how to do.” Gilman says. “If you empower a consultant to do what they need to, you will wind up saving time, money and energy, and see measurable

results. Like an attorney or CPA, consultants are independent experts you hire to help you move your company forward.”

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Planning Ahead

Taking a proactive stance when using consultants can create opportunities

throughout an organization. Barnhart advises that a business coach or consultant be brought in early in the business planning process. Loschke,

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N e w M emb er P rofiles Bill Kratt Photography has opened a studio located at the corner of Jerusalem Court and Charity Way in Modesto, specializing

in portraits, families, maternity, engagements, weddings, entertainers

and special events. Each session is carefully planned to ensure you have the best experience possible while producing images that are dramatically distinct. We offer free consultations and each photo session is by appointment only, so you will never feel rushed. We are

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S t a n i s l a u s L i t e r a c y C e n t e r is the only source of free tutoring in reading for adults in Stanislaus County and also, one of the few providers of preparation for the GED test and English classes for adults. With the help of local donations and volunteers, this nonprofit organization helps adults improve reading, writing, math and English skills. The administrative office is located at 1224 I Street in downtown Modesto. Call (209)522-0656 or visit www.readingworks. net for more information.

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Brunn & Flynn is an AV-Preeminent Modesto law firm that has served Modesto for more than fifty years. The Firm is dedicated to excellence in the practice of law in the areas of business and corporate law, employment law, civil litigation, estate planning, personal injury and family law. Contact Brunn & Flynn at (209) 521-2133 or visit us at www.burnnandflynnlaw.com.

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C hamber G overnment R elations C ouncil

On February 17, more than 300 business and community leaders listened

The Chamber Government Relations Council meets the third Friday

City speech. This was the second year the Chamber hosted the Mayor’s

working Council is the watchdog for the Chamber on legislative

intently as Mayor Jim Ridenour delivered his eighth and final State of the State of the City speech.

It was refreshing to hear the Mayor throughout his presentation say

there was “No more standing still.” I think we agree that because of the financial suffering these last several years, we can no longer sit idle and

of each month at noon in the Chamber office. This vibrant, hard

issues that affect business in our community on both the local and

state level. It regularly reviews upcoming legislation to determine

if it is business friendly and recommends action to the Chamber Board of Directors to either support it or work to defeat it.

wait for someone else to fix the problem. As the Mayor said, we’re living

The GRC also hears from local business leaders such as County

new chapter, and “turn challenges into opportunities and bring civility to

regarding the look and shape of our county in the future, including

in a challenging time and together we need to turn the page and start a

every corner of this community! From education to transportation, from regional efforts in public safety, to privatization and economic growth, together, we must write a new chapter for a better Modesto.”

The Mayor included an appropriate quote from Franklin Roosevelt: “There are many ways of going forward, but only one way of standing

still.” And that was the Mayor’s core message. We can no longer stand

still. We must, individually and collectively, enact and embrace change.

Supervisor Terry Withrow, who shared with the Council his thoughts

business parks, future development and bringing new businesses to Modesto.

In

March

County

Recorder

Lee

Lundrigan

presented

the

responsibilities of her staff and the technological upgrades currently in progress, the voter registration responsibilities of her office and the impact an impending June ballot initiative would create.

This was the Mayor’s call for action, and something the Chamber has truly

In the coming months many important issues will be discussed

do so with the thought of meaningfully serving our business community

community. The GRC will have discussions with elected officials

taken to heart. As the Chamber moves through significant changes, we at the forefront in all we do. We have chosen to not stand still. We have chosen to embrace and enact change.

We sincerely thank the planning committee; headed by George Petrulakis,

that will have a dramatic impact on the business climate in our and interview candidates for the November elections. Please

consider your participation in this very important committee by calling the Chamber office at (209)577-5757.

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for their work in developing a top-notch affair, Presenting Sponsors Kaiser Permanente and California State University, Stanislaus; sponsors

American Medical Response; DoubleTree Hotel; Doctors Medical Center; Petrulakis, Jensen & Friedrich, LLP; PMZ Real Estate; and ATV Video Center, Inc and all of our table sponsors for their generous support of this important event.

President’s Club Diamond

Silver

Bank of the West

F & M Bank

Capax-Giddings, Corby, Hynes, Inc

Oak Valley Community Bank

Gianelli & Associates Prime Shine Car Wash

Gold Racor, Division of Parker Hannifin Corporation

Wells Fargo Bank Valley First Credit Union Winton, Ireland, Strom & Green Insurance Agency

Table Sponsors McCormick, Barstow Merrill Lynch, Awdow/Gurle Group Modesto City Schools

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I often hear from my Alliance SBDC clients, “I need help with my business but I’m not sure

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where to start.” My response usually begins with

a series of specific questions to help clarify what

the client is trying to do and help them understand solutions to the

challenges they face. With over 20 professional business consultants working with the Alliance SBDC we can help local businesses with everything from the initial planning of a business concept to understanding complex issues such as financial management and employer laws and regulations. Professional business consulting at the Alliance is confidential and always provided free of charge.

The Alliance has a great many no-cost resources such as a professional

research department, employment services, and site location assistance.

We can assist in the development of a highly focused business plan, research new markets, find the ideal location for your expansion

and even assist struggling employers survive today to prosper in the coming recovery. With dozens of free workshops available each year,

the Alliance helps to educate entrepreneurs and existing business McCormick, Barstow, Sheppard, Wayte & Caruth LLP is pleased to announce that Kenneth C. Cochrane has been elected to the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). This prestigious appointment is limited to preeminent family law practitioners and Mr. Cochrane has been selected as the only AAML Fellow practicing in the Central Valley counties north of Bakersfield and south of Sacramento. Only 60 Northern California family lawyers have met the stringent admission requirements of the national organization required to become fellows of the Northern California chapter.

owners on how to better develop, manage and grow their business.

Many business owners find themselves faced with a multitude of

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m i n n i e ’s n e w s b i t e s DID you know that SCORE (Service Core

of Retired Executives) has an office at the Chamber?

they provide? This dedicated group of retired

For more information, contact (209) 524-1100 or visit Minnie Dodge

www.mccormickbarstow.com.

business

people

provides

free

business

counseling and coaching on a one-on-one basis

to both start-up and existing businesses. Whether you are starting

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a new business, thinking about expanding your business, or simply

need some help creating a business plan, a SCORE counselor can

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help. Counseling appointments are available Tuesday afternoons.

Call the Chamber to set your appointment and get the assistance you’ve been looking for.

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The goal of Community Service Day is to expose LEMO students to opportunities to serve and get involved in our community.

The day started out at the Center for Human Services, with a presentation by Program Coordinator Kate Trompetter. She spoke of

the many programs and services offered to those in need, including

counseling, resource, referral, job assistance, and alcohol & drug prevention education.

A visit with Marian Kaanon, Director of Marketing & Public Relations at

Community Service, Inc. was the next stop for the class. Marian educated

the class on the many services the organization provides, along with their core concept, ‘death with dignity.’ Marian’s compassion is a clear demonstration of the service’s depth of care.

Next on the agenda was a stop off at Camp Taylor, Inc., hosted by the Executive Director and Founder, Kimberlie Gamino. Camp Taylor’s focus

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A trip to the Society for Handicapped Children and Adults came next for

the LEMO class of 2010-11. Students learned about the many programs

the organization has to offer, such as Loan Closet, Special Needs Funds and Sign Language Classes. Executive Director Marci Boucher and her

staff use medical equipment and support to reach many members of the community that are in need.

With the help of Public Relations Director, Liz Price at Bethel Retirement

Community, the class was able to serve lunch and interact with seniors

who are full of life and have so much to offer and share. The class fell in love with the seniors and made valentines for them before the end of their visit.

The day ended at the Stanislaus Family Justice Center, which offers a

newly formed service to victims of domestic violence in our community.

our construction dollar will probably never go farther than it can right now.

So if you put your expansion plans or new building project on hold last year, let us show you why the spring or summer of 2011 may be the ideal time to get started!

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Those in need of services once had to travel to many facilities, not so now. “Now under one roof, if all goes well by the end of the day, those that come in will be resting safely in shelter,” said Executive Director, Tom Ciccarelli.

Community Service Day was sponsored by Shannon Gilbert Weaver with Express Personnel and lunch was provided by Bethel Retirement Community. Thank you to our sponsors for your contributions.

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A nnouncements CentralValleyJobs.com in partnership with CommonWealth

Never Boring Design Associates is

Modesto is proud to introduce IgniteU, a new section of CentralValleyJobs.

very proud to announce that its Sign Department

com that is devoted to internship and job shadowing opportunities. IgniteU’s

has moved to 1025 Needham St., at the corner of

mission is to connect students and local businesses through job shadowing

Needham St. and College Ave. The Custom Signs and

and internship opportunities, while helping students gain the “real world” experience necessary to ignite their career in the Central Valley. It also helps

them realize their career goal while bringing a glimpse of the future with an

opportunity to experience their dreams career first hand. Call (209) 551-5627 for more info.

Pro West Media Concepts Excelling in graphic and visual communications Emy Yamashita-Young and Keith Goursky bring Pro West Media Concepts new production facility at 1295 N. Emerald Avenue,

Modesto to a new level. They approach each project as your committed business partner, redefining your current initiatives or building them from the ground up to give you the project you envisioned. Known for vehicle

and fleet graphics, graphic and logo creation or redesign, they also bring

their experience to all forms of interior and exterior signage and digital printing projects. For information call (209) 846-9000.

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Fleet Graphics division provides a wide variety of Never Boring

services from vehicle graphics, to commercial signs.

The new 4,300 square-foot building brings significant

installation, office space, and the ability to wrap vehicles of all sizes. For information, call (209) 593-5844 or visit neverboringsigns.com.

Casa De Modesto is holding its 11th Annual Fundraiser, Elegant Chocolate Affair. There will be Hors d’oeuvres, a chocolate buffet, fine

wines, music and a silent auction. May 14, 2011, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Del Rio Golf & Country Club, 801 Stewart Rd, Modesto. Tickets are $65.00. For more information, please call 529-4950.

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B usiness to B usiness t radeshow See and be seen at the Chmaber’s 7th Annual Business to Business Trade Show. Meet Valley professionals and see some of the best businesses and products offered by Chamber members. Don’t wait! Be part of this exciting event as a Business sponsor, vendor or attendee. Sponsorships and vendor booths are going fast.

When: June 23, 2011

Where: Modesto Centre Plaza Harvest Hall 10th Street and K Street Time: 3-7pm

• Open to the public

• Contests

• Samples

• Drawings

• Food

• Beverages

• Exhibitor Training

• Discounted Booth Space to new Chamber members

Reserve your space now!

Contact Elizabeth Facanha (209) 577-5757

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2011 Ag Aware Luncheon Planned for April 7

Tickets are now on sale for the 16th annual Ag Aware Luncheon on April 7, 2011 at the S.O.S. Club in Modesto. Modesto City Schools FFA instructor, Roger Dickson, is the keynote speaker this year along with two FFA representatives who will reflect on their personal FFA experience within the program.

Last year over $10,000 in FFA scholarships were awarded with the support from corporate and table sponsorships and direct donors, bringing the 15-year total to nearly $133,000. Ag Aware serves to educate and inform the local business community on current agricultural issues.

Individual tickets for Ag Aware are $25.00 per person and are available at the Modesto Chamber of Commerce at 1114 J Street, Modesto, or contact the Chamber by phone at (209) 577-5757.

Limited individual tickets will be available at the door on the P

Š Modesto Irrigation District

day of the event.

Lighting rebates

HVAC rebates

High efficiency motor rebates

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A wards And A chievements Karen Cadinha and Sheridan Beuving of Coldwell Banker Vinson Chase, Realtor®, have just

Provost & Pritchard Consulting Group received a merit

Certified Residential Specialist

this award,” said Dale Melville, president of Provost & Pritchard. “Our

of Residential Specialists, the largest not-for-profit affiliate of the National

meet their specific needs and we are proud of the ACEC California Merit

Karen Cadinha

Sheridan Beuving

award in the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) California’s 2011 Engineering Excellence Award competition for their engineering work on the Oakdale Irrigation District’s North Side

been awarded the prestigious

Regulating Reservoir project. “We are honored to be recognized with

(CRS). Designation by the Council

staff works diligently to provide our clients with innovative projects that

Association of Realtors. Realtors who receive the CRS designation have

Award project recognition this year, which demonstrates innovation.”

completed advanced courses and have demonstrated professional expertise have earned the credential.

The Yosemite Community College District (YCCD) Board of Trustees unanimously

DirectLine Technologies, Inc. has again been recognized among

Chancellor. Smith previously provided executive

in the field of Residential Real Estate. Fewer than 38,000 realtors nationwide

selected Dr. Joan E. Smith to become the YCCD leadership to the District as Interim Chancellor and

the “Top 100 Women Owned Businesses in California.” Distinguishing themselves as one of the State’s ‘Top Entrepreneurs,’ DirectLine

Technologies, Inc. was recently acknowledged by DiversityBusiness.

as President of Columbia College. “I am honored to have been selected YCCD Chancellor. I look forward

com for their overall leadership and economic achievements. The award

to leading Modesto Junior College and Columbia College during this

Connor, President and CEO of DirectLine Technologies Inc., commented,

State, community colleges are still the most cost-effective approach to

represents the nation’s most successful privately held businesses. Martha

challenging time. As the largest provider of workforce training in the

“We are honored to again represent the power of small business success

drive California’s recovery,” said Dr. Smith.

in our community, state and country.”

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N e w C ha mb er M emb ers Affordable Cleaning

Dadio & Company, Inc. dba Midas

State Farm

Alicia Ramirez P.O. Box 1682 Modesto, CA 95353 (209) 585-5718 ph affordablecleaning209@yahoo.com www.aliciasaffordablecleaning.com Janitorial Service

Gary & Helen Moya 3833 McHenry Avenue Modesto, CA 95356 (209) 523-4706 ph (209) 571-8412 fax garymidas@yahoo.com Automobile Repairing & Service

Francois Farhat 1224 K Street Modesto, CA 95354 (209) 524-9000 ph (209) 524-9800 fax francois.farhat.R766@statefarm.com www.insureurcar.com Insurance

Bill Kratt Photography

Farmers

Bill Kratt 5253 Jerusalem Court, Suite E Modesto, CA 95356 (209) 591-1029 ph bill@billkrattphotography.com billkrattphotography.com Photographers – Portrait

Gary Merin 5246 Pirrone Court, Suite B Salida, CA 95368 (209) 575-7000 ph (209) 575-7004 fax gmerin@farmersagent.com Insurance Claim Processing Services

Brunn & Flynn

Modesto Confidential & Management Association

Diane Porter 928 12th Street, Suite 200 Modesto, CA 95353 (209) 521-2133 ph (209) 521-7584 fax dporter@brunn-flynn.com www.brunnandflynnlaw.com Attorneys

Laurie Smith 922 J Street, Suite 201 Modesto, CA 95353 (209) 988-2775 ph lsmith7647@charter.net www.modestocma.com Community Service Organizations

Camp Taylor, Inc.

Stanislaus County Bar Assocation

Kimberlie Gamino 5424 Pirrone Road Salida, CA 95368 (209) 545-4715 ph (209) 543-1861 fax kimberlie@kidsheartcamp.org www.kidsheartcamp.org Community Service Organization

Deana Skelton 804 14th Street Modesto, CA 95354 (209) 571-5729 ph (209) 529-6130 fax deana@stanbar.org ww.stanbar.org Attorneys

Brett Dickerson

Color Me Mine Cynthia Dario-Good 3801 Pelandale Avenue, A-7 Modesto, CA 95356 (209) 545-9952 ph cyndario@gmail.com www.modesto.colormemine.com Crafts-Homemade Gifts

Modesto Sunrise Rotary Club Mary Sanders PO Box 5042 Modesto, CA 95352 (209) 523-2353 ph (209) 545-0596 fax Masanders2123@sbcglobal.net www.modstosunriserotary.org Community Service Organization

Girls Scouts Heart of California Alicia Turino 3621 Forest Glenn Dr. Modesto, CA 95355 (209) 522-9001 ph (209) 522-9036 fax inform@girlscoutshcc.org www.girlscoutshcc.org Community Service Organization

John B. Pavia

Real Estate Employment Law Civil Litigation

Business Law Estate Planning Real Estate

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P eople On The M ove Carolynn Peterson, RN, MS, AOCN, Chief Operating Officer at Community Hospice has

been named Vice President of the Board of Directors for

the California Hospice and Palliative Care Association (CHAPCA). As part of leadership for the CHAPCA board,

Community Hospice Foundation Annual Gala

Carolynn Peterson

Ms. Peterson will be instrumental in advocating for those facing life-threatening illnesses in California and Nevada.

Modesto-based nonprofit organization Community Hospice provides comfort and care for terminally ill patients and their families, regardless of

ability to pay. For more information, please visit www.hospiceheart.org or call (209) 578-6300.

The Community Hospice Foundation, the

fundraising arm of local non-profit Community

Hospice, has a new leader at its helm. Lynis Chaffey was named the Executive Director of the Community Hospice Foundation in late 2010. Chaffey will oversee Lynis Chaffey

the volunteer Board of Directors and the Friends of

Hospice auxiliary; both groups serve to raise funds

and awareness of Community Hospice. Community Hospice provides

Saturday, May 14

comfort and care for terminally ill patients and their families, regardless of ability to pay. For more information, call (209) 578-6300 or visit www. hospiceheart.org

Oak Valley Community Bank, a wholly

The “Greatest Show on Earth” is the

owned

show of love.

subsidiary

of

Oak

Valley

Bancorp

(NASDAQ: OVLY), announced the promotion of

Jon Godfrey to Loan Officer. Godfrey has served

the Bank as a Credit Analyst since 2009. He will be

Enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, dinner and entertainment

under the big top

Jon Godfrey

primarily responsible for developing new business

in Oakdale, Modesto, and other Stanislaus County

communities. He has an MBA in Business Finance from California State University, Sacramento. For more information call 1-866-844-7500 or visit us online at www.ovcb.com

Oak Valley Community Bank recently

announced the hiring of longtime Manteca banking

at the home of Joseph and Ofelia Gallo.

professional, John Coburn. After serving the

Manteca area for over 40 years, Coburn has joined Oak Valley as SVP, Commercial Loan Officer.

To purchase tickets, call 578.6372.

Sponsorship and in-kind giving opportunities available.

John Coburn

Coburn has been tapped to lead the bank’s business

development effort in the Manteca area prior to

their planned opening of a new branch there later this year. For more

information on Oak Valley Community Bank, call 1-866-844-7500 or visit www.ovcb.com.

All proceeds benefit the patients and families of Community Hospice.

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p resident’s c lub C ircle Of I nfluence Platinum level Kaiser Permanente Save Mart Supermarkets

Diamond Level Bank of the West Capax-Giddings, Corby, Hynes, Inc. Doctors Behavioral Health Center-DMC Doctors Medical Center-DMC Frito-Lay Company, Inc. Pacific Southwest Container Walmart

Gold Level Coca-Cola Bottling Company, Inc. Costco Wholesale DoubleTree Hotel Evergreen Nursing & Rehabilitation

Care Center Foster Farms Dairy JC Penney Company Memorial Medical Center The Modesto Bee Modesto Irrigation District Modesto Nuts Professional Baseball Post Foods, LLC RACOR, Division of Parker

Hannifin Corporation Sysco Food Services Taco Bell

Silver Level 5.11 Tactical Inc. AAA AAA Locating, Inc. AT&T Acme Construction Company, Inc. Ambeck Mortgage Associates American Chevrolet American Medical Response Applegate Johnston, Inc. Aramark Uniform Services Atherton & Associates BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse Basic Resources, Inc. Brandman University Part of

Chapman University Brown, Fink, Boyce & Astle, LLP Bunge Oils California State University, Stanislaus Candlewood Suites Central Valley Automotive Central Valley Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge Central Valley Nissan Central Valley Volkswagen Hyundai Central Valley Medical Group Children’s Hospital Central California Children’s Hospital & Research

Center-Oakland Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino Citibank Clark Pest Control Comcast Construction Management Corporation Courtyard by Marriott Covenant Village of Turlock Curtis Legal Group

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Damrell, Nelson, Schrimp, Pallios,

Pacher & Silva Del Monte Plant #1 Delta Sierra Beverage DirectLine Technologies, Inc. English Oaks Nursing &

Rehabilitation Hospital External Resources Inc. F & M Bank Galletto Ristorante Georgia-Pacific Gianelli & Associates Gilton Solid Waste Management, Inc. Great Valley Center Grimbleby Coleman CPAs, Inc. Grover Landscape Services, Inc. Harris Moran Seed Company Heald College I.J. Larsen Pumps, Inc. Infiniti of Modesto Institute of Technology International Paper Company ITT Technical Institute JS West & Company Kaplan College Magnum Boots USA McHenry Medical Group, Inc. Mercer Foods Mocse Credit Union Modesto Commerce Bank Modesto Toyota Mraz, Amerine & Associates Nestle USA Oak Valley Community Bank O’Brien’s Market, Inc. OLAM Spices & Vegetables, Inc. Oldcastle Glass Pacific Gas & Electric Company Panelized Structures, Inc. Pepsi-Cola Bottling Group Plastipak Packaging Prime Shine Car Wash Rabobank Raley’s Rizo-Lopez Foods Inc. San Joaquin Valley College Seven Up Bottling Corporation Solecon Industrial Contractors Solid Networks, Inc. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Stanislaus Food Products Company Stanislaus Surgical Hospital Stantec Consulting Storer Coachways Sutter Gould Medical Foundation Turlock Irrigation District US Bank (Modesto Main) Valley Bio Energy, LLC Valley First Credit Union Valley Lexus-BMW Versa Cold Logistics Services W.H. Breshears, Inc. Warden’s Office Products Center Warden’s Office Furniture Outlet Wells Fargo Bank Winton, Ireland, Strom & Green

Insurance Agency Yosemite Meat Company, Inc.

Work In Progress Modesto Chamber of Commerce

a series spotlighting some of our area’s most innovative and successful companies

T S M I n s u rance G row ing S t r o n g

Service when you need it (Courtesy of Never Boring Design Associates) Great customer service is about letting your customers know how important they are. Don’t

Providing a comprehensive array of insurance

Insurance, a position held since 1987. TSM

let radio silence cost you business: give customers

services to the Central Valley for over 80

is one of only 20 members nationwide in the

a way to contact you if there are problems. Be

years, TSM Insurance credits

Allied Insurance Agency Hall

its success to the principle,

of Fame.

TSM

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understanding their clients’ needs and matching them with the best provider is far more important than just selling them an insurance

“ We protect, You save.

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- Guy Miligi, President

trees do the work. Present a friendly face: let your customers know there’s a real person behind the

“We have positioned ourselves as the premier ‘local’ agency

scenes that is focused on making them happy. Just remember, customers are the core of business and happy customers make great word of mouth!

for quality insurance service that provides solution- oriented planning

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The Chamber stands by this statement.

policy. “We don’t just sell

with a variety of underwriters

insurance,”

Vice

to create lower cost options for

President Guy Miligi. “We

our clients though ‘umbrella’

explains

turn to lost leads. Don’t let email filters or phone

value the needs of every policy holder. We

or bundled policies. ”Their diverse portfolio

make sure our clients are properly insured

of services includes Personal and Commercial

without overspending or exposing themselves

Insurance,

to catastrophic financial burdens. We like to

Workman’s Comp.

Life,

Events,

Non-Profit

and

say, ‘We protect, You save.’”

We practice it on a daily basis. As an organization, we use Chamber Members exclusively. We hope we can ‘count on you’ to practice using Chamber Members to meet all of your business needs. You can find new and current members online at www.modchamber.org, or through our 2010 directory at http://www.villageprofile.com/california/modesto.

Progress Magazine is the voice of the Modesto Chamber of Commerce, and the leading business publication in Stanislaus County. For more information or advertising info call (209) 526-9136.

This award-winning business approach has

Miligi, also believe that success comes from

enabled TSM to enjoy continued growth despite

being a part of the community fabric, in the

a down economy. In March, the company

form of donations, sponsorships, and outreach

expanded and now serves the Manteca area,

efforts. “We’ve been working with farmers,

and also acquired the Oliver Simas Insurance

manufacturers, restaurants, families and business

Agency. They have been recognized as one

professionals for over three generations,” he

of the top 10 agencies in the U.S. for Allied

says. “And, we’re still growing strong.”

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‘People Always Come First’.

attentive to customer requests: impatient customers

This story can also be found at www.modbee.com/workinprogress

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Benchmark Commercial Real Estate Services

1031 15th Street, Suite 4, Modesto, CA 95354 (209) 529-4425

Plastipak Packaging

3621 Forest Glenn Drive, Modesto, CA 95355 (209) 522-9001

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Friday, May 6, 2011 Turlock Golf & Country Club 10532 N. Golf Link Road, Turlock, CA Six-Man Handicap Scramble Entry Fee $250 Per Person Fee Includes: Lunch, Green Fee, Cart, Player Gift, Awards, On-Course Food & Refreshments, and Dinner.

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Prime Shine Express presents:

LAND OF OPPORTUNITY ...a series spotlighting entrepreneurial achievement

Lynn & Ron Dickerson Oodles Frozen Yogurt Please give me a brief overview about your company’s history. We opened the doors on Oodles Frozen Yogurt on May 3, 2010.

Lynn Dickerson Ron Dickerson For the last few years, my husband Ron and I had been living in Sacramento during a huge frozen yogurt boom. Shops were popping up on every corner! Of course, we both got completely addicted to frozen yogurt, so when we decided to move back to Modesto we immediately noticed an unmet need for frozen yogurt in the city.

After a little research, we decided to take the plunge!

Tell me about your career and professional life. What have you done in the past that has led you to where you are now? I have made my career as a newspaper executive. I have nearly 30 years in that business including six as editor of the Modesto Bee. In the summer of 2009, I was managing eleven newspapers around the country when I was unexpectedly downsized. After that, I received an offer to come back to Modesto to take the helm of the Gallo Center and Ron was eager to take on an entrepreneurial project. It was just so natural to return here and open our yogurt shop. Both Ron and I are so proud of the culture and the environment we’ve created in Oodles. It’s really a community gathering place and always full of positive energy. We often joke that we’re like Cheers, but with yogurt instead of beer!

When you were younger what goals did you set for yourself and why? We’re both very goal and community-oriented people. With Oodles we provide a positive environment for young people to learn about business and good customer service and other sort of basic things that you need to know when you’re starting out. And we’re always trying to do it in a nurturing wholesome way.

What are some of the accomplishments of which you are particularly proud? I’m proud of how Oodles has turned out, how professional it looks even though it’s a Mom & Pop operation. People often think we’re part of a franchise. We created this great ambiance and culture we couldn’t have verbalized before we started and we’re very happy to have it. Of course, we’re so proud to be part of Modesto, as well. We have a huge group of friends here and we love and are loved in the community. It’s just a huge mutual admiration society.

What do you like about your job? I love the daily customer interaction of Oodles. We get to talk with and serve hundreds of different people every day. Plus, running a yogurt shop is just great. Customers come to us to treat themselves so it’s always a very upbeat, happy, pretty place. It’s a fun environment and we get to contribute to the quality of people’s lives.

Do you participate in any community outreach efforts or clubs?

We stay very busy in the community. I’m in the Modesto Rotary Club, Ron is in Sunrise Rotary, both of us are very involved in our church, First United Methodist. I’m also with the Stanislaus Community Foundation and on the Board of the Modesto Chamber of Commerce and I’m a Yoda for Commonwealth Modesto.

What advice do you have for business people when it comes to achieving their goals? Keep practicing the basics. Work hard, pay attention, always provide really great customer service, treat your employees well, and stay involved in the day-to-day.

What do you like about doing business in the Modesto community and why do you think this is the Land of Opportunity? We love Modesto! We think it’s a great place to live and raise a family and be involved.

We love the Americana feel it has with MoBand and Picnic at the Pops. We have fantastic parks, we have the Gallo Center, our vibrant downtown and great restaurants, tons of family-friendly activities. But really, it’s the people.

There are so many great people here and such a sense of community. We’re blessed with a very involved community that gives generously of their time and resources and talent to make Modesto a better place. You can’t beat that.

Would you share with me some background that has contributed to helping you achieve your goals? I’ve spent a lot of my life in the business world. I came to Oodles with a lot of business knowledge, but all of my experience is with large businesses. It was an interesting transition to go from managing so much and so many people to running something small. I’d always had a CFO to run reports, someone to do staffing, etc., but at Oodles we have to do everything from accounting to manning the cash register ourselves. When you have a small business, you do it all!

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Taking Care of Good Employers

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Ag Aware Luncheon

Location: SOS Club, 819 Sunset Avenue

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Business Before Hours: Humphreys College

Time: 7:30 am – 8:30 am

Time: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Location: 3600 Sisk Road, Suite 5A

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Business After Hours: United Cerebral Palsy of Stanislaus Co.

Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Location: 4265 Spyres Way, #2

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Sexual Harassment Prevention Seminar

Location: Chamber Conference Room

Facilitated by: Katherine Boyd, Curtis Legal Group Time: 9:00 am – 11:00 am

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New Member Orientation

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Business Before Hours: Dr. Toshi Hart

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FUNNY, IT DOESN’T LOOK LIKE A DOCTOR’S OFFICE.

Announcing A new wAy to connect witH your doctor. Many of your records such

as recent immunizations, future appointments, and many lab results can all be accessed online. And, these days, that’s just about anywhere. You can even e-mail your child’s doctor. Just another way that we at Kaiser Permanente help you to live well and thrive.

To learn more, go to kp.org/centralvalley.

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