Progress Magazine March 2010

Modesto Chamber of Commerce

PROGRESS

March 2010 Vol. 31 Issue 3 Modchamber.org

Prime Shine Car Wash 2009 Chamber Member of the Year Annual Dinner Cover Photo by Studio Warner

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Chairman Kathy Halsey, AT&T

Chairman Elect Ralph Curtis, Curtis Legal Group

Community Development

Past Chairman Gary McKinsey, Corporate College

Vice Chairman Finance Dennis Wann, Tim Colbert & Associates, Inc.

Vice Chairman of External Operations David Gianelli, Gianelli & Associates

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

Directors Patricia Gillum, Patricia A. Gillum, CPA Doug Johnson, St. Stanislaus Parish

Leadership Modesto Awards and Achievements Announcements Chamber Calendar

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Neal Khatri, Best Western Khatri Properties Sharon Likely, Kaiser Permanente Bill Moreno, Fire2Wire

Eco n o m ic D e v e l o p m e n t

Ron Owen, Bank of the West Karna Harrigfeld Petrulakis, Herum\Crabtree Jeremiah Williams, Oak Crafts by Jeremiah

Ex-Officio Bill Bassitt, The Alliance George Boodrookas, Modesto Junior College Melissa Heath, Warden’s Office Products Center

Chamber Staff Joy Madison, President/CEO Nita Gruendeman, Membership Sales Manager Agnes Amerine, Retention Manager Minnie Dodge, Administrative Manager Sharon Novotny, Accountant Geri Lewis, Special Events Manager Melanie Smith, Administrative Assistant

New Member Profiles People On the Move Ag Aware Luncheon Work In Progress Land of Opportunity

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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.

On the cover Evan & Norm Porges

Leia Schmidt

commitment to providing valuable resources to local businesses is a natural fit with SinglePoint thereby offering comprehensive, value-rich HR services for business

owners. I have acquired new clients through the Chamber’s Coffee Hours and Mixers, and enhanced business relationships at special events, such as the State of the Region Luncheon. For more information about SinglePoint or how to make the Chamber work for you, contact Leia Schmidt at (209) 345-5962 or lschmidt@single-point.com.

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The last few days I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to watch the 21st Winter Olympics with my husband and children. A lot of our conversation on the winter games has been around the perseverance of the athletes. What is it that makes them work so hard for the achievement Kathy Halsey

of an Olympic medal, or just to compete, for that matter?

We’ve discussed the competitive edge and the readiness of

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know when one will fall, get sick, or have a really bad day; therefore, readiness is essential to those who truly want to succeed.

American Heritage Dictionary defines perseverance as a steady persistence in adhering to a course of action, a belief, or a purpose; steadfastness. It occurred to me that due to today’s sluggish economy and the unknown of the immediate future, many of the Chamber’s members are in a state of perseverance. What I hope, however, is that our members understand that with this perseverance, there also needs to be a state of readiness.

I’m starting to hear more and more about the readiness of businesses and organizations in respect to the turn-around of the economy. It’s coming, we know it, but we just don’t know when. It’s the million dollar question, but the one thing we do know is that businesses, organizations, and individuals need to be “ready” when the upswing begins. You can’t wait for it to begin, or for it to be in full swing. Your planning and preparation should be occurring now, and you have to be ready – firmly ready to execute those plans.

What I’m also hearing is that if businesses are not ready when the upswing begins, it may be too late. Too late to take advantage of the rising economy, too late to be on the front end of the resurgence of spending, and too late to succeed even though you’ve struggled to persevere through this stormy, unsteady, economic drudgery. So I ask you, do you think your business will be ready? Are

Donna Love and Ted Gilton, pictured with Credit Administrator Gary Stephens, 758.8045

your plans in place? Are you ready to execute? Will you have the competitive

“It is always a pleasure to work with Oak Valley Community Bank.

They know and understand our business and are responsive to our needs.

In today’s busy environment, it’s all about building good working relationships and Oak Valley does an excellent job.”

To wrap up this month’s Chairman’s Corner, I’d like to give a few shout-outs to

edge to succeed when the time is right? I honestly, truly hope so.

Donna Love & Ted Gilton, Gilton Solid Waste Management

some of our local businesses that I’ve had a chance to learn more about this last month.

Union Bank – At the Coffee Hour they hosted in February they asked us to get the word out that they are in indeed lending money to small business. This is good news to hear. As they said, Union Bank has customized products and services to help you run your business successfully.

Deep Roots ~ Strong Branches

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Applications for Leadership Modesto Class of 2010-11 Coming Soon

Healthcare Day

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Healthcare was the topic for January, and it was a stimulating topic—touching on the many aspects of the local community’s health. The day’s agenda included a community health assessment, two case studies, a discussion of physical fitness and healthy eating, group presentations and other activities.

Carin Sarkis (Class of 08-09), Doctors Medical Center, introduced Cleopathia Moore (Class of 93-94) and Sharon Hutchins, Stanislaus County Health Services

for your dedication to the program. It is because of you

Agency, who presented a Community Health Assessment. Ken Fitzgerald,

that this program continues to thrive.”

Stanislaus County, said, “We so often hear about the health problems in our

-Melissa “Mo” Heath, LEMO Chair 2009-10.

Leadership Modesto, the second oldest Leadership program in the State of California will start the annual open recruitment process on March 15, 2010. The open application window will close on April 30, 2010.

Interested community members are encouraged to consider this valuable education and networking opportunity.

like there’s nothing we can do.”

Showing that people can do quite a lot, the first case study about the Westside Healthcare Advisory presented by Keith Boggs (Class of 99-00) and Supervisor Jim DeMartini, Stanislaus County, focused on the Westside’s many healthy activities. Ralph Bucheli, Warmerdam CPAs, was inspired by the fact that “Keith Boggs and Supervisor Jim DeMartini [were involved] in helping the West Side become more health conscious. They’ve recently helped put on a “Biggest Loser”

Leadership Modesto is a year long commitment that includes a three-day Asilomar Retreat and one full Friday per month of class sessions dedicated to core issues and topics that face our local and regional leadership. From healthcare to public safety, media relations to better understanding our local cultures, Leadership Modesto is a must do for all current and future leaders.

“Leadership Modesto will expose you to so much of what our local leadership faces every day” confirms Chamber President & CEO, Joy Madison. “This program is a powerful, yet practical prerequisite to stepping forward on your own leadership path.”

competition and organized various ongoing activities to help the community become more fit.” Bucheli noted, “They used a modern TV show competition to inspire, challenge, and educate people in the Patterson area. Because of the success of the program they’ve created on the West Side we may see it introduced in the East Side of the County soon.”

The second case focused on the King Kennedy Community Collaborative’s goal to build a walking trail in West Modesto, and its ongoing community garden project. Ken Fitzgerald stated, “It’s refreshing and motivating to hear about the positive impact that community partnerships and collaborative planning are actually having on local public health issues.”

Information on the application process, tuition cost, employer commitment and complete program details can be obtained by calling Minnie at 577-5757 or on the Chamber website at: www.modchamber.org

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During lunch, the class met with Dr. Paul Rose from Kaiser Permanente.

Terry Lightfoot (Class of 08-09), Sr. Community and Government Relations Representative, Kaiser Permanente, said “Dr. Paul Rose was an inspiration to all who wonder about how to get started moving and exercising. While most of us were gearing up for New Year’s Eve Festivities, Dr. Rose was doing a 100-mile bike ride through the foothills. Most importantly, he promoted the little things that we can all do to be healthier. Short walks and watching what we eat are the little steps that make large contributions to wellness.”

Appreciating the fact healthcare is discussed daily in the media, Amy Wolfe, P Three Consulting, said, “The national debate over healthcare for the past few months has been somewhat exhausting. Our Leadership Modesto program focus on healthcare in Stanislaus County truly brought this critical issue home for me and provided much-needed grounding, context and perspective into the needs and realities of our community.”

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From left to right Evan Porges, Staci Coffey, John Schneider, Ronna Large, Tim Harms & Norm Porges

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ith its squeaky clean image, Prime Shine Car Wash embodies

for. He opened Prime Shine, and six months later his son Evan joined the

the classic American Dream. In this modern success story, an

company, which has resulted in a wonderful partnership, with father and son

entrepreneur followed a vision and assembled a team of talented

growing the business together as co-owners.

people over the years to achieve his goals. “An incredible amount of dedication and sacrifice was made in order to become the company that exists today,” says

Evan Porges says Prime Shine considers itself “the In-N-Out Burger” of the car

Prime Shine Vice President Evan Porges.

wash industry. “We only offer three types of car washes with a few ‘side dishes’ such as tire gloss, air fresheners, free vacuums and carpet shampooers. Our

Founded in 1991 by Prime Shine President Norm Porges, the business was

washes are all high quality exterior washes that feature a spot-free rinse with a

created to redefine the way people in Northern California think about car

heavy-duty 120-horsepower hands-free dry. Customers appreciate our superior

washing. As a frequent full-service car wash customer himself, Norm was

service and friendly, professional staff.”

frustrated with the amount of time traditional car washes required. After visiting several car wash establishments across the country, he determined that

Prime Shine provides a value product, “One that has a greater worth than the

the “exterior only, express car wash” model was exactly what he was looking

price we charge,” Evan Porges notes. Value pricing appeals to Prime Shine’s

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entire target audience: students on a budget, parents with kids in the car,

necessary to run a successful business, the best advice we can offer is to both hire

seniors or others who may have limited mobility, business professionals in a

the very best people in the field where you need support and to align yourself

hurry, companies with fleets, those on fixed incomes, people looking for a great

with industry mentors who are willing to share trade secrets that can minimize

deal, etc.

your business learning curve.”

“We approach our small business from a big business perspective,” Porges

A Chamber member since Prime Shine opened in 1991, Porges says that without

says. “We pay particular attention to how we brand the company and

a doubt, the Modesto Chamber of Commerce is one of its keys to success. “The

establish specific procedures for every part of our operation.” As a result, he

Chamber has been a perfect means for Prime Shine to introduce its services to

says, although it’s a local, family owned business, Prime Shine has the look

one of our key demographics: the very busy business professional. We believe

of a franchise. “Consistency is one of our keys to success. Prime Shine is very

that we have partnered well with the Chamber over the years by sponsoring

attractive to customers because they know what to expect when doing business

keynote events, volunteering on numerous committees, and having several

with us.”

employees graduate from the Leadership Modesto program.”

While hard work has contributed to Prime Shine’s success, there have been

Through a voting process, the Modesto Chamber of Commerce recently

some growing pains along the way. “Whether it was doubling in size from one

designated Prime Shine Car Wash at its 2009 Chamber Member of the Year.

site to two in 1994, from two to four in 1996, or increasing from eight locations to

“What an honor to have been chosen, particularly during these very trying

12 in the last five years, growth has caused us to rethink how we operate every

times,” Porges says. “The last few years have brought many challenges to our

aspect of the business,” Porges says. “Operational updates to our infrastructure

business. In our efforts to operate as efficiently as possible, we have avoided

have included cash control, equipment maintenance and increased technology.”

the natural reaction to cut drastically.” Instead, “We have reduced expenses, eliminated waste and invested in technology, equipment and people, so Prime

Porges says Prime Shine is proud to have established an environmentally-

Shine can continue its legacy of service long into the future.”

friendly community fund-raising program that has helped raise more than $200,000 over the past two years for disadvantaged non-profit organizations.

With locations in Atwater, Ceres, Lodi, Manteca, Merced, Modesto, Riverbank,

“Through this program, organizations have an alternative to traditional parking

Oakdale and Turlock, Prime Shine has 100 employees and is headquartered in

lot car wash fund-raisers.”

downtown Modesto. The company is developing its 13th location, the fifth site for Modesto, which will rank Prime Shine as the 30th largest car wash chain in

Some Chamber members may not be aware of the environmental benefits of

the United States.

utilizing Prime Shine. According to Porges, through the use of technology and safe chemistry, washing at Prime Shine uses on average 75 percent less fresh

The Modesto Chamber of Commerce congratulates Prime Shine Car Wash,

water than washing at home. “Our wastewater is sent to municipal water

2009 Chamber Member of the Year. To learn more about Prime Shine, visit

treatment plants for proper handling, while washing at home sends dangerous

www.primeshine.com.

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chemicals, untreated water and waste down storm drains and into regional rivers and streams.”

To educate consumers regarding professional car washing – one of the most efficient and environmentally sensitive ways to clean your car – Prime Shine has established a website at www.savemoneysavetimesavewater.com and is a founding member of the International Carwash Association’s Water Savers program, which promotes environmentally efficient operations.

As far as business advice to pass along, Evan Porges observes that success is multi-faceted. “While there is not any one specific area of focus that has made Prime Shine successful, we have focused on every aspect from our state-of-theart equipment, our marketing and advertising, to our employee cultivation programs.” He continues, “Since it is impossible to be an expert in every field

Other recognition received by Prime Shine Car Wash 2010 - Center for Human Services Children’s First Award 2007 - Modesto Chamber of Commerce Robert J. Cardoza Award 2002 - California State University Stanislaus Outstanding Entrepreneur 2001 - American Fundraising Professionals Outstanding Corporate

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1999 - Sam Walton Community Leader Award 1997 - Governor Pete Wilson’s Community Contribution Award 1995 - Modesto Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year

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PMZ Real Estate’s Pam Harmon was honored

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This award is given to an agent who exemplifies ethics and real estate practices among her fellow Pam Harmon

realtors and clients. Serving the Central Valley for

the past two decades, Pam has worked tirelessly to

help clients realize their dream of home ownership. Pam was honored to receive this distinction. “It’s very humbling to be recognized by your peers”.

(209) 527-2010, www.pmz.com.

The Modesto Chamber of Commerce staff

and its Board of Directors are pleased to award Linda Curtis the Ambassador of the Month certificate for

January 2010. Linda is starting her year off right as an Ambassador. You should see Linda at most every Coffee Linda Curtis

Hour and Mixer, so network with her and perhaps you

may receive some referrals for your business. If you

would like to learn more about being an Ambassador, and how it can help your business, call Agnes Amerine at (209) 577-5757 or contact her via email aamerine@modchamber.org.

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Highway 99 at the Monte Vista exit in Turlock less than 10 miles from Modesto.

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We are within walking distance to Monte Vista Crossings Shopping Center, Central Valley’s premier outdoor shopping center. Please contact us for more

information regarding discounted corporate and group rates (209) 668-3800, www.marriott.com/modtl, 3301 Countryside Drive, Turlock.

The Stockton Thunder is one of the premiere entertainment and sports destinations in the entire Central Valley. A great option, each winter, to entertain the family or hang with your hockey fanatic buddies at a low cost

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Minnie’s News Bites

The City of Modesto has been chosen to once again

host one stage of the 2010 Amgen Tour of California.

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kets will be held May 19 in downtown Modesto. The Chamber has partnered with the City to sell official

Amgen merchandise. Bike jerseys, official tee shirts and bells are now

available in the Chamber office, 1114 J Street. So wheel on down to the Chamber and get yours while they last! We’ll see you at the race!

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And The Award Goes To...

Small Business of the Year

Jay and Laura Ward, Ward Promotional Marketing Solutions

Robert J. Cardoza Award Curtis R. Grant

With Mike Gorrasi & Neal Khatri

With Carrie Cardoza Bordona, Joan Cardoza, Nancy Grant & Lucille Hammer

Distinguished Service Award

Ambassador of the Year

With Joan Clendenin & Karna Harrigfeld Petrulakis

With Jeremiah Williams & Agnes Amerine

Mike Nash, Mo-Cal Office Solutions

Ramina Ushana, Premier Valley Bank

Cecil Russell, Save Mart Supermarkets Emcee

Dave & Chairman of the Board Kathy Halsey

Modesto Chamber of Commerce 96th Annual Dinner

Excellence in Education

Enochs High Forensic Biotech Career Pathway Program Principal Mike Coats & Instructor Dave Menshew With Sylvester Aguilar; John Cardoso; Dan Iverson; Craig Rydquist & Eric Benson

Welcome Team Member of the Year Jerri Reed, DoubleTree Hotel

With Nita Gruendeman & Pat Gillum

Chairman of the Board Kathy Halsey and Ralph Curtis toasting Kirk Lindsey and Bette Belle Smith

Nonprofit of the Year

Stanislaus County - Employee Mentor Program Rick Robinson, CEO With Joy Madison & Keith Boggs

Modesto Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner Presenting Sponsors Gianelli & Associates Kaiser Permanente

Floral Sponsors

Wine Sponsor

AV Sponsor

Decor Sponsor

Atherton & Associates

Gallo Sales Company

ATV Video Center, Inc

JCD Atmospheric Studio, Inc.

Doctors Medical Center

Corporate Table Sponsors AAA

Mocse Credit Union

US Bank

AT&T

Modesto Commerce Bank

Ward Promotional Marketing Solutions

Bank of Agriculture & Commerce

Modesto Nuts Professional Baseball

Warden’s Office Products Center

Burnside Body Shop

Oak Valley Community Bank

Wells Fargo Business Banking

CAPAX-Giddings Corby, Hines Inc.

Premier Valley Bank

California State University, Stanislaus

Prime Shine Car Wash

The Cardoza Family Limited Parternship

Rabobank

Curtis Legal Group

RACOR, Division of Parker Hannifin Corp.

Delta Sierra Beverage

San Joaquin Valley College

Grimbleby Coleman CPAs, Inc.

Solecon Industrial Contractors

Howard Training Center

Stanislaus County Chief Executive Office

Mape’s Ranch/Lyons’ Investments

Stanislaus Surgical Hospital

Dignitaries

From top to bottom/left to right: Councilman Joe Muratore; Assemblywoman Cathleen Galgiani; Assemblyman Tom Berryhill; Kurt Vander Weide representing Congressman George Radanovich; Steve Grenbeaux, Modesto City Schools Board Trustee; County Clerk-Recorder Lee Lundrigan; Supervisor Dick Monteith; Superintendent Tom Changnon; Triana Berryhill representing Assemblyman Bill Berryhill; Councilman Brad Hawn; Supervisor Vito Chiesa; Supervisor Jeff Grover; State Senator Jeff Denham; Mayor Jim Ridenour; Cyndi Lindsey, Sylvan School District Board Trustee; Councilman Garrad Marsh; & Councilwoman Kristin Olsen

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Cindy Duenas has been appointed Executive Director,

Center for Human Services, (CHS) a local nonprofit agency serving area youth and families. Cindy has an M.S. degree in Counseling Psychology from California

State University, Stanislaus and is a Licensed Marriage Cindy Duenas

and Family Therapist. Prior to her appointment, she

worked as CHS Program Director for 13 years bringing

strong leadership skills and expertise in program development to her new role

with the agency. For information about CHS, please visit its website at www. centerforhumanservices.org or telephone (209) 526-1476.

Geological Technics Inc. is pleased to welcome

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drilling oversight and conducts soil and water sampling along with meeting reporting requirements by preparing

reports for regulatory submittal and maintaining remedial equipment. Mike

received his B.S. in Geology from California State University, Stanislaus. He is married to Sarah and has a baby girl. They reside in Turlock.

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Chef Noel Sanchez

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Co-Owner and Executive Chef of Jacob’s Fine Dining

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Chef Stanley Dimond Owner & Executive Chef of Toscana’s Ristorante

Chef Hank Winkle Executive Chef of O’Briens Market & Catering

Howard Training Center (HTC) is pleased to

welcome its new Human Resources Director, Frances

Dodson. Frances has over 20 years experience in retail banking, alternative education and business management.

She served as a director for human resources at a Frances Dodson

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Salli Bosch has worked in the Modesto/Stockton area for over twenty years. She graduated from Cal Poly SLO with a degree in Food Science and was self-

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Sylvan Learning Center’s new Director, Amy

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Announcements External Resources is a new Silver Level President’s

Club Circle of Influence member. Accepting the

President’s Club plaque from Chairman Kathy Halsey are Stu & Joni Gilman, Sonya Morgan and Chris Martin.

CA Contractors License #231047-B1, C8, C51 TIM COPPEDGE, President

External Resources is an executive-level consulting and External Resources

placement company located at 2937 Veneman Avenue, Suite A115. With new President’s Club members, the

Chamber continues to offer important community events such as the Ag Aware Luncheon coming in April.

Soroptimist International of Modesto is holding its Night in Monte Carlo fundraiser on April 17, 2010, 5:30

pm at the Modesto Centre Plaza. It will be an evening of wine/beer tasting, hors d’oeuvres, buffet dinner, auctions

and opportunity drawings for fabulous prizes. The Monte Carlo-type atmosphere and games will add to this gala event. This is the major annual fundraiser for Soroptimist

International of Modesto. Proceeds support many community service projects.

Tickets: $50. For more information, contact Sterling, (209) 571-2385.

Brown, Fink, Boyce & Astle is a new Silver Level President’s Club Circle of Influence member.

Accepting the President’s Club plaque from Chairman

Kathy Halsey is Jeff Stone, Brown, Fink, Boyce & Astle. This CPA group is new to the Modesto area, and Jeff Stone

may be reached at 819 Roseburg Avenue, Suite 181.

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Community Development

Announcements

Continued from page 17

On March 25, “foodies” will enjoy an Iron-Chef style competition, featuring three of Modesto’s top

chefs. Chefs prepare dishes to see “whose cuisine reigns

supreme!” Guests will taste food, wine and beverages from local purveyors. A panel of judges scores each dish.

The highest scoring chef will be crowned Modesto’s 2010 Culinary Clash King. Tickets are $50 or $60 at the door.

Seating is limited. Proceeds benefit DMC Foundation. For tickets call (209) 5273412, go to DMC Foundation at 730 McHenry Avenue, or visit www.dmcf.org.

The Modesto Garden Club’s April 24 Spring Tour

of Gardens and Outdoor Living provides an amazing

spring experience for gardeners and non-gardeners alike.

The tour, which runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., includes seven unique home gardens. Some homes will provide inside tours. Purchase tickets at local nurseries beginning March 12. Prices are $20 general, $10 children under 10 (no

strollers allowed). Proceeds benefit the Club’s many civic garden projects and programs. For more information, contact Sue Houser at (209) 527-1337 or email jsatsereno@clearwire.net.

Modesto Community Concert Association presents the Harlem

Gospel Choir, Saturday, March 20, 7:30 pm at the Gallo Center for the Arts.

Tickets – $25-$28 adults, $15 – youths. This world famous group brings songs

of hope and inspiration that touch the depth of your soul and lift your spirit as they “bring people and nations together and give something back.” They have

performed for Pope John Paul II and Nelson Mandela, and performed with U2 and Elton John. Contact the Gallo Center box office at (209) 338-2100.

Howard Training Center invites you to a Spaghetti Feed on Sunday, March

28, 2010 at Witmer Hall, 1424 Stonum Road, Modesto. Enjoy delicious spaghetti

and an afternoon of family fun! Doors open at 1 p.m., dinner begins at 2 p.m. Drivethru dinners available. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 10 and under.

Proceeds benefit Howard Training Center’s Senior Meals Program to provide daily nutritious meals for over 1,000 seniors in Stanislaus County. For tickets visit www.howardtrainingcenter.com or call (209) 593-5615.

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N e t w o r k i n g A nd Re f e r ra l s

Business Before

and

After Hours

Monthly Coffee Hour

Monthly Mixer

Hosted by: Union Bank

Hosted by: Intersport Fitness Center Coffee Provided By:

Union Bank Staff

Wine Provided By:

Intersport Fitness Center Staff

In business for over 145 years, Union Bank offers comprehensive financial solutions to individuals and businesses.

Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned athlete, Intersport Fitness Center can help you reach your fitness goals

Union Bank 1124 J Street (209) 596-2000

Intersport Fitness Center 4847 Stratos Way (209) 522-9309

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Economi c Development

A g S cience C enter B oard P resident to speak at chambers annual ag aware luncheon

Veterinary Service Inc., President and CEO and Ag Science Center Board

President John Scheuber is the featured

speaker at the Chambers 15th annual Ag Aware Luncheon, April 29, 2010 at the S.O.S. Club in Modesto.

Each year this luncheon attracts over 400

local businessmen and Ag leaders, and

has raised more than $110,000 for Modesto City Schools FFA programs.

FFA students and programs benefit from new equipment purchases and funding for travel to state and national leadership activities. Ag

Aware also serves to educate and inform the local business community on current agricultural issues.

Tickets for Ag Aware are $25 per person and are available for advance

purchase at the Modesto Chamber of Commerce office at 1114 J Street, Modesto, or at the door the day of the event. Table sponsorship packages are still available for $350. Call the Chamber for details.

The Chamber would like to thank the following businesses who have already confirmed their table sponsorships and direct donations.

Corporate Sponsor - Garton Tractor, inc/New Holland Table Sponsors

A.L. Gilbert/Farmer’s Warehouse American AgCredit Atherton & Associates Bank of America Blue Diamond Growers Boyett Petroleum Burchell Nursery California Milk Advisory Board California Poultry Federation CSU Stanislaus Ag Department Del Monte Foods Duarte Nursery Garton Tractor Gianelli & Associates Grimbleby Coleman CPAs, Inc Mape’s Ranch/Lyons’ Family

MJC Ag Staff Mocse Credit Union Modesto City Schools Modesto Commerce Bank San Joaquin Equipment Stanislaus County Farm Bureau Turlock Irrigation Veterinary Services Wells Fargo Bank Yosemite Community College District Yosemite Farm Credit

Direct Donors

California Women for Agriculture Save Mart Supermarkets Stanislaus Farm Supply

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President’s Club Circle of Influence Diamond Level Bank of the West Capax-Giddings, Corby, Hynes, Inc. Doctors Behavioral Health Center-DMC Doctors Medical Center-DMC Doctors Primary Care of Modesto Frito-Lay Company Inc. Kaiser Permanente Pacific Southwest Container Physician Referral Service-DMC Rabobank Romo & Associates Save Mart Supermarkets Wal Mart

Gold Level Coca-Cola Bottling Co., Inc. Costco Wholesale Evergreen Rehabilitation Care Center Foster Farms Dairy J C Penney Company Memorial Medical Center The Modesto Bee Modesto Irrigation District Modesto Nuts Professional Baseball Post Foods, LLC RACOR, Division of Parker Hannifin

Corp.

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 BBVA Compass 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 Medical Group Children’s Hospital Central California Children’s Hospital & Research Center-

Oakland Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino Citibank Clark Pest Control Comcast ConAgra Foods Construction Management Corp.

Courtyard by Marriott Covenant Village of Turlock Curtis Legal Group

Damrell, Nelson, Schrimp, Pallios,

Pacher & Silva Days Inn Del Monte Plant #1 Delta Sierra Beverage DirectLine Technologies, Inc. DoubleTree Hotel 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 I.J. Larsen Pumps, Inc. ITT Technical Institute Institute of Technology International Paper Company J S West & Company John’s Incredible Pizza Co. Kaplan College McHenry Medical Group, Inc. mercerfoods Mocse Credit Union Modesto Commerce Bank Modesto Toyota Mraz, Amerine & Associates Nestle USA Oak Valley Community Bank O’Brien’s Market, Inc. Oldcastle Glass Pacific Gas & Electric Co. Panelized Structures, Inc. Pepsi-Cola Bottling Group Prime Shine Express Raley’s Rizo-Lopez Foods Inc. San Joaquin Valley College Seven Up Bottling Corp.

Solecon Industrial Contractors Solid Networks, Inc. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Stanislaus Food Products Co. Stanislaus Surgical Hospital Stantec Consulting, Inc. Storer Coachways Sutter Gould Medical Foundation TelePacific Communications Turlock Irrigation District US Bank Valley First Credit Union Valley Lexus-BMW-Infiniti Valley Sporting Goods Versa Cold Logistics Services W.H. Breshears, Inc. Warden’s Office Products Center Wells Fargo Bank Winton, Ireland, Strom & Green

Insurance Agency Yosemite Meat Co., Inc.

Work In Progress Modesto Chamber of Commerce

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

Panelized Structures beginning

1989,

perfect addition to their business arsenal.

Panelized Structures has become the largest

According to Chief Operations Officer

roof structure contractor in the Western

Ron Kozloski, solar panels have become a

United

States.

operations

With

the

company’s main office in Modesto and satellite offices in

Southern

California,

Nevada, Arizona, and the Pacific Northwest, Panelized Structures constructs millions of

square

feet

of

roof

structure per year, with the company reaching a record of 34 million square feet in 2008.

Nowadays,

with

in

the

economic recession reducing

significant source of revenue

“ It’s our mainstay

right now... And we’re getting more and more phone calls every day.

”

- Ron Kozloski

for our company. “It’s our mainstay right now,” he says, “And we’re getting more and more phone calls every day.”

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Kozloski notes that many companies

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obvious

energy

of

solar the

savings,

which make them easier to afford, even in a recession.

Panelized Structures added solar panels to their office in

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in energy expenses. However, he’s quick

Structures has found a way to thrive and

to note that depending on the location of

succeed through the addition of a popular

the business and type of panels installed,

new innovation – solar panels. The company

energy savings can be close to 100%, and

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noticed in 2008 that the use of solar panels was

the availability of federal, state, and local

on the rise, and with their years of expertise in

rebates make it easier to offset the cost of

the structural capacities of roofs and building,

their installation. “These systems pay for

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Escrow Services

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Terry Swehla and Chris Battreall Waypoint Financial Advisors

Tell me about your career and professional life. What have you done in the past that has led you to where you are now? Terry’s professional career Terry Swehla and has always been client-focused and centered Chris Battreall on helping local families take control of their financial lives. Chris views his services as educational in addition to the services we provide; he feels it is critical to understand why we recommend the strategies that we do. It is a core belief of both that financial planning is for everyone. We have learned from our client experiences over time and feel that there is very little we haven’t seen before!

Are you originally from this area and if so where were you born? If not, where are you from? Terry has been in Northern California all of his life and in this area for over 30 years.

Before moving to Modesto two years ago, Chris was raised and educated in the Midwest and spent a decade building his career in Washington, DC. When you were younger what goals did you set for yourself and why? When we started in the financial services industry, we both envisioned establishing an independent business that would allow us to control our future. Building this business in a methodical and ethical fashion was very important.

Would you share with me some background that has contributed to helping you achieve your goals? Building long-term relationships with our clients is the cornerstone of our success. We build them by helping them find answers to their financial questions and challenges and providing them with the tools to achieve their objectives.

What challenges have you had to overcome in your professional life and how did you achieve that? The greatest challenges have been driven by unpredictable financial markets, changing regulatory requirements, and expanding competition. We’re in an industry that is constantly shifting and trying to redefine itself. Learning to identify opportunities and creatively adapt to these conditions is essential.

What are some of the accomplishments of which you are particularly proud? Building a healthy business model that has had a positive impact on the lives of our clients and our community. Creating a positive work environment for our staff.

You’re very much an entrepreneur. What about you do you think makes you such a success? Persistence and a vision for where we want to head. Staying on top of our business and creating the infrastructure and relationships that will insure our success are critical.

What is the single biggest reason that you have achieved the level of success you have? Lots of late nights. Also a commitment to staying true to our core beliefs of how a financial planning business should be run, and having a great staff to work with every day.

What do you like about your job? Helping people achieve their dreams, meet their challenges and overcome their fears. Helping them make decisions that are in their best interests. Not having to work out in the sun all day in the summertime.

Do you participate in any community outreach efforts or clubs? Terry has been a member of the Modesto Rotary Club for over 15 years and involved in a variety of community and church organizations.

What are your plans for the future? To build a business that exemplifies a client-centric model for our industry. By joining with United Capital Financial Advisers in 2005, we are part of a nationwide network of independent advisory firms across the U.S. This has enhanced our local business providing access to better planning tools, a wider range of alternative investments, seasoned investment professionals and more opportunities for staff development.

What advice do you have for business people when it comes to achieving their goals? Focus on helping your clients and making your community a better place to live. The personal rewards will follow.

What do you like about doing business in the Modesto community and why do you think this is the Land of Opportunity? Modesto still has a positive community spirit and a genuine concern about building a better future.

Being a part of that process opens doors and creates business opportunities.

Prime Shine Express is proud to present The Land of Opportunity.

Each month this series provides a forum in which to showcase the entrepreneurial achievements of a Stanislaus County business owner. Prime Shine Express is proud to recognize the entrepreneur’s ability to overcome obstacles and to honor their successes in their industry and in the community.

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Chamber Calendar M a r c h 2010 9

Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Facilitated by: Katherine Boyd, Curtis Legal Group Location: Chamber Conference Room, 1114 J Street Registration: 8:30 am; Time: 9:00 am – 11:00 am; $30 for members, $40 for potential members

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Coffee Hour: Leer Corp Real Estate, Design & Development Location: 1231 8th Street, Suite 425 Time: 7:30 am – 8:30 am

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Land Use & Transportation Location: Chamber Conference Room Time: 7:30 am – 8:30 am

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Mixer: Omega Pacific Insurance Location: 1165 Scenic Drive, Suite B Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

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Government Relations Council Location: Chamber Conference Room Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

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Modesto Chamber Night @ The Stockton Thunder Location: 248 W. Fremont Street, Stockton Game Time: 7:30 pm 2 FREE tickets per business, each ticket after that is just $10.00

A p r i l 2010

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Coffee Hour: Lakewood Memorial Park Location: 900 Santa Fe Avenue, Hughson Time: 7:30 am – 8:30 am

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Land Use & Transportation Location: Chamber Conference Room Time: 7:30 am – 8:30 am

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Mixer: Funworks Family Fun Company Location: 4307 Coffee Road Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

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Government Relations Council Location: Chamber Conference Room Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

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15th Annual Ag Aware Luncheon Location: SOS Club, 819 Sunset Avenue Time: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

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