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SEPTEMBER 2009
Restaurant Week Delectable eats at our very own restaurants here in Stockton
Industrial & Technology
Barbeque
The Chamber’s 45th Annual Industrial & Technology BBQ
Fall Business Trade Show & Passport Mixer showcasing companies in San Joaquin County that have become leaders in the business community
Meet Your New Chamber President Rick Goucher expands on the waterfront
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Cover Story: Meet Your New President
CONTENTS Leadership Stockton
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President’s Column
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CEO Column
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Events
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Programs
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New Members
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Ribbon Cuttings
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Cover Story
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Visitors Bureau
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News Briefs
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Calendar
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On the Cover
Find Your Favorite Restaurant this Fall
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Industrial & Technology
Barbeque
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Don’t Miss! Fall Business Trade Show & Passport Mixer page 8
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Leadership Stockton by: Timm Quinn
Leadership Dynamics Session Leadership Level Sponsor: Financial Center Credit Union Session Sponsor: San Joaquin County Office of Education Leadership Stockton kicked off the 2009-2010 Class with a successful day-long Leadership Dynamics session hosted at the San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE). The goal of the session was for participants to learn more about themselves and their classmates, through a variety of teambuilding exercises, activities and discussions. Thank you to Chamber CEO Doug Wilhoit and members of the Leadership Stockton Alumni Association board of directors for their inspirational welcome. Thank you to Rob Kroff, Venture On Challenge Course facilitator, for leading the class through a variety of exercises that kept the group moving, laughing, and getting to know each other better. Thank you to Shannon Leonardini and Deuree Noel (LS Class of ‘04) with University of Phoenix for their “Achieving Peak Performance” presentation. The Class found the exercise to be surprisingly accurate, eye-opening and lots of fun.
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From Your President... by: Rick Goucher
Stockton Symphony season starts this month and a new production is running at the Stockton Civic Theatre. As one can see there is plenty to do in Stockton
As I write my first President’s Message I would
and I didn’t even mention the comedy at the
like to reiterate part of my message from the
Arena, the Downtown Art Walk and the many
Installation Dinner. As many of you recall
events being held by local non-profits.
I asked that we attend “one event per week”. Many people have the perception that there isn’t
Remember to shop Stockton and San Joaquin
anything to do in Stockton, to which I say they
first as it will help build a strong local economy.
haven’t really tried very hard to find something. By the time many of you read the October Port Though I wouldn’t call Stockton the sports
“O” Call I will have been seen in my usual spot
capital of the world, but how many cities
in the second row at the Arena cheering on your
came claim to have this many different types
Stockton Thunder.
of sporting events: Baseball, arena football, indoor soccer, hockey, NASCAR, roller derby
Don’t forget Restaurant Week which starts on
and bull riding to name a few. On top of all of
September 20th.
the sporting events we must not forget that the
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From Your CEO...
Welcome to the premier edition of your new Port O Call! We are excited and pleased to
by: Doug Wilhoit
introduce the publication’s new look. We have increased our distribution from 2,400 to 5,000 monthly – to keep the greater community up-to-date on the activities of your 108-year-old
Sinarle, for a great article in the CVBJ August
Chamber, our membership programming, and
edition on how Chambers in the Valley are
the business community at large.
coping with the down economy. Each Chamber is continually representing businesses of all
There are several Chamber members and em-
sizes on the political scene to remind elected
ployees who helped make it possible for us to
officials at all levels that it is the businesses of our
bring you the new and improved Port O Call.
communities who provide the jobs, commodities
Many thanks to Graphics West Printing, Mailing
and services that are so vital; Stockton businesses
Center of Stockton, and Never Boring Design
must not be forgotten or taken for granted as we
Associates for working with our staff to enhance
all face these tough economic times.
our publication to serve you better. But perhaps the most important contribution to the suc-
One example I will give you of how your GSCC
cess of this magazine is that of our advertisers;
serves as your political advocate is our ongoing
a heartfelt thanks to those of you who kept the
efforts to address health care reform. We have
faith and joined us by advertising with us so that
been in constant contact with our representatives
we can continue to foster “Chamber Members
in Washington to voice our concerns as news
doing business with Chamber Members.”
“trickled” out about the much-needed total reform. Our primary concern was that your
After taking a month off to develop our new
best interests would not be represented if an
publication, I feel we have much to review as we
undertaking of this magnitude were treated
reflect on the events of the past two months.
as a “rushed job”. We impressed upon your
I want to commend the Central Valley Business
representatives that if they are going to do
Journal (CVBJ) and freelance writer, Jacqui
anything, it must be total reform
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Events
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Industry & Technology Barbeque The Chamber’s 45th Annual Industrial & Technology BBQ will be held outside at the Hilton Stockton this year, 2323 Grand Canal Blvd. Make sure to mark your calendar now, this is one of the Chamber’s most popular events of the year. On September 16, over 400 business people will gather on the
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outdoor grass area of the Hilton to honor new and expanding manufacturers and industries in San Joaquin County. We are excited to announce PG&E will also be presenting the first “Green Award” at the event.
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University Park is a unique, mixed-use community encompassing education,
Each year, the Chamber, with co-sponsors San Joaquin Partnership, PG&E and San Joaquin County Economic Development Association, toasts the major companies that have newly located or
commercial business, shopping and housing. Home to the CSU Stanislaus-Stockton Center, this 102 acre self-contained community features beautiful architecture on tree-lined streets in a secure campus
expanded their operations within San Joaquin County.
setting. Located within Stockton’s Enterprise Zone, it’s a smart choice
This special evening of fun, camaraderie and networking
for business.
begins with a no-host social at 5:30 PM, followed by dinner
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at 7:00 PM. The program honoring the award recipients will
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October 1st Fall Business Tradeshow & Passport Mixer Now is the time to make your reservation for exhibition space at our popular Fall Business Tradeshow and Passport Mixer! Space is given on a first come, first served basis so don’t wait or you may risk missing your opportunity to participate. The Fall Tradeshow will be held on Thursday, October 1st from 5:00 to 7:00PM. The historic Stockton Memorial Civic Auditorium at 525 N. Center Street will host the Mixer. Admission is free and open to the general public. Exhibitors at the Fall Tradeshow will receive skirted tables with 2 chairs to use in their spacious exhibition booth. Exhibition spaces are $250 for members and $350 for non-members. 127734c_3.6875x4.9375.pgs THE
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ATHENA Award 2009 Take a few minutes to think about the exceptional business people you know, then consider nominating them for this year’s prestigious ATHENA Award or the inaugural Young Professional Award. On November 19, at a luncheon at Stockton Golf & Country Club, we’ll honor an outstanding individual as our 20092010 Stockton Chamber of Commerce ATHENA recipient and honor the first ever Young Professional Award recipient. Our reigning honoree Mary Bava, previously the Senior Consultant Assemblymember, Cathleen Galgiani was chosen for her remarkable contribution to her profession, as well as to our community. This award is presented to an individual in our community who strives toward the highest levels of professional accomplishment, excels in their chosen field, demonstrates support for the advancement of business and professional women, devotes time and energy to their community in a meaningful way and opens paths so that others may follow.
United Way of San Joaquin County is proud to introduce Pat Francis, S-Mart Foods Store Manager, as their 2009-2010 Board Chair.
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Green Team San Joaquin Sponsors: GREEN Zone News The Green Team San Joaquin, a program of the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce introduces its’ newest program, the “Buy Local, Buy Green” campaign to optimize the procurement of green products and services in Stockton and San Joaquin County. In addition, the Buy Local, Buy Green campaign will also emphasize the retention, expansion, and attraction of our local jobs by advocating for the use of local products, services and businesses. When buying local and buying green, businesses and residents will help the environment by reducing carbon emissions by purchasing or using products that are home grown, right here in San Joaquin County, thus reducing the need to have products transported into the region. It also
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supports local jobs and tax bases to stimulate our local economy. The Buy Local, Buy Green program is currently sponsored by Big Valley Ford Lincoln Mercury and ServiceMaster Building Maintenance. For more information on the program, please
Green.edu Sponsors:
contact Frank Ferral at fferral@stocktonchamber.org.
REACON Team Elevates Its Focus The Recycling Energy Air Conservation (REACON) Team is helping businesses to reduce their costs in doing business by encouraging environmental stewardship. The Team is putting the finishing touches on their Green Sustainable Business Certificate program and will be launching the new assessment form on upcoming business visits. If you would like a complimentary REACON visit,
REACON Sponsors:
please contact Frank Ferral at fferral@stocktonchamber.org.
REXPO VI Planning Has Started The planning has started for the next edition of REXPO (Recycling Exposition). According to Green Team San Joaquin Chair Blain Bibb, the regional conservation show will take place sometime in February 2010.
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For more information on becoming a new member, please contact
New Members
Teri Manley at 209.337.2723 or email tmanley@stocktonchamber.org. Please allow up to 90 days for your listing to show.
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Gloria Blaine Darlene Henson Spherion Staffing
Angel’s Caring Helpers
Blair Hake
Robins Travel Connections
Mary Laughlin Big Brothers Big Sisters Allied Waste
231 E. Weber Ave. Stockton, CA 95202 209.466.3000
Ameriprise Financial Bertilacchi Insurance Agency Pacific Senior Living Modesto
Jane Brause
Xango
Sunflower Presents
Linda Vaz
Bill Goodman
Premier Staffing
S.J.Co. Office of Education
Robert Hopper
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A Place Called Home
Omega Funding
Jeannie Compton
Melissa Hester
Camlu Assisted Living
Carpetland
The Commons on Thornton 3110 E. Hammer Ln. Stockton, CA 95212 209.473.3081
10711 Thornton Rd. Stockton, CA 95209 209.476.1500
Union Bank
Bob Hurst
Katharine Ednes
Educational Psychology
Aerotek
Bagel Express
2323 Grand Canal Blvd. Stockton, CA 95207 209.957.9090
Rebekah Martin
Sam Ward
Hilton Stockton
Hilton Stockton
John Bertilacchi
Annie Randazzo
Colleen Moreno
Pak Mail
Carol Clemons
Robin Kato
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Basket Caravan Gourmet Gifts
Community Re-Entry Program, University of the Pacific
Cindy Ward Ward and Associates Insurance Brokers
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What is the next best thing to playing golf? For some it’s reading about golf. So it’s not strange to find that avid golfer Rick Goucher recently immersed himself in “What’s Your Caddy?”, the best-selling-book by Rick Reilly who chronicles his misadventures as a rookie caddy for some of the most marquee names on the professional golf circuit. Members of the Stockton business community who know Goucher aren’t surprised by his reading choice. They say that this newly elected president of Stockton’s Chamber of Commerce has a penchant for wanting to know all there is to know about a topic, whether it’s the business of golf or the business of leveraging businesses.
Leaving no stone unturned Stockton Chamber’s CEO Doug Wilhoit echoes that sentiment: “Rick understands the needs of business and has the courage and drive to leave no stone unturned. He makes sure that decision-makers are aware of the importance of doing it right the first time and if not he
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Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce
The Legacy Renewed
COVER STORY
Our new Chamber of Commerce President continues a great Stockton tradition by: Patricia Kutza
will not give up until it is so. What is important
community leaders and Chamber presidents
is that he does so in a professional, personable
have demonstrated to all that we all should have
and respectful manner.” This determination to
the same commitment. My great great uncle
Lifetime No. of jobs: 10
stay the course is a particularly valuable trait for
Eugene Wilhoit was Chamber President in
Longest job tenure: 8 Years
leading the Chamber in this volatile economic
1922-23 and his father in law, Fred West, was
climate, Wilhoit adds.
the first President in 1901 so I have grown up knowing the importance of the President to the
It’s also a trait that Goucher himself recognizes
Chamber, its membership and the community.
as crucial to managing the stability and growth of the Chamber. “No doubt in this business
Since becoming CEO in 1999 I have worked
climate I have the challenge to maintain
with ten presidents who have each brought
membership levels” he says. “Our membership
with them a dedication to the community and
has dropped by about 10%, largely due to the
the Chamber. At the same time each of them
struggles of our residential and commercial real
brought their own expertise and talents to the
estate members who were adversely affected by
table to move the community and Chamber
the recent housing crisis.”
forward. Rick Goucher now adds to that legacy.”
Rick Goucher... By the Numbers
Length of Chamber of Commerce Membership: 20 Years No. of minutes doing email: Too many No. of hours spent texting: < 0.5 hour No. of hours spent on phone: < 1 hour No. of hours slept daily: 6.5
One of the goals Goucher hopes to achieve
Perfect No. of vacation days: 10
Adding to the legacy
during his tenure is to emphasize the benefits
No. of years married: 32
While in the short term it may be about shoring
of Chamber membership to the business
Rick understands the needs of business and has the courage and drive to leave no stone unturned.
Amount raised for Relay for Life (American Cancer Society): Over $70,000
- Doug Wilhoit up membership numbers, in the longer term
community. There’s lots of value to being a
it’s really about carrying on a great tradition,
Stockton Chamber member, says Goucher: “We
says Wilhoit: ”Since 1901 the Greater Stockton
advocate to the city and county governments
Chamber of Commerce has had a long line
on our members’ behalf. We also help facilitate
of great presidents who have believed in this
communication with other businesses in the
great community and through their service as
community.” It could be argued that Goucher’s
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twenty years as a the Chamber member and seven years on its
Previous to entering his real estate career, Goucher was an ac-
board of directors is as great an advertisement for the value of
countant and also served as the United Way Chairman of the
being a member as anything else. He is quick to add that the
Board. “I know that my accounting background will help me
main benefit he has reaped from his Chamber membership is
as I lead the Chamber” he says. Goucher adds that it will also
the opportunity to help other members succeed.
be interesting to compare and contrast his new leadership role leading major businesses now that he has had the experience of
The nexus of profit and non-profit goals
also leading the major non-profit agency of San Joaquin county.
Along with his Chamber responsibilities, Goucher will continue his work with the commercial real estate firm, CB
Keeping dollars in Stockton
Richard Ellis. A senior real estate manager, he does property
Buying local is a sticking point with Goucher and he intends to make
and project management as well as lease renewal for the mid-
it one of the Chamber’s major pushes during his one-year tenure.
rise Class A office building and industrial plant sector.
“We can help members become more successful by spending dollars in our community. It really has a snowball effect on the local economy since the city also benefits from the resulting sales tax revenue.”
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September 20-26, 2009 Check out StocktonRestaurantWeek.com for a list of restaurants
Discover Your New Favorite Restaurant!
The official Stockton Restaurant Week website,
Restaurants across Stockton’s dining scene will
participating restaurants offering prix-fixe lunch
come together for the launch of what is expected
menus and additional information about each
to become one of Stockton’s most celebrated an-
participating restaurant.
www.StocktonRestaurantWeek.com, will list
nual culinary events, Stockton Restaurant Week, to be held September 20-26, 2009.
For more information call the Visitors Bureau at 209-547-2770.
During Stockton’s inaugural week-long event, participating restaurants will offer special three-
Participating as of 8/10/09:
course menus that will showcase some of the
Le Bistro
Bud’s Seafood Grille
region’s most talented chefs and the culinary
Valley Brewing Company
Papapavlos
diversity of Stockton. The prix-fixe menus will
Alder Bistro
De Vega Brothers Italian Cuisine
be priced at $9.95 per person for lunch, and $15,
Stockton Joes
Centrale Kitchen and Bar
Santiago’s Cocina Mexicana Whirlow’s Tossed and Grilled
$20 or $25 per person for dinner, exclusive of beverages, tax and gratuity. Participating restaurants may also offer other dining and beverage specials during the week.
Paragary’s Bar & Grill
Cocoro Japanese Bistro & Sushi
Casa Flores – Marina
Cocoro To Go
Fuzio Universal Bistro
Creperie - Taste of Brittany
Thai Palace
The Orchard Grill at the Hilton
Angelina’s Spaghetti House Shadow Oaks Steakhouse and Lounge
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News Briefs
For the fourth consecutive year, Steve Herum has been named a Northern California Super Lawyer by the prestigious Law & Politics Magazine. This was made after the magazine surveyed 47,000 lawyers in Northern California and represents a compilation of the top five percent of lawyers.
The United Way Annual Campaign Kickoff Luncheon will be held at the Stockton Civic Auditorium on Tuesday, September 15 at 11:30 AM.
Sexual Harassment and Workplace Violence Training. Presented
Individual tickets are $20 and tables are available for $300. For more
by Gary Waters Management Consulting at the CSU-Stanislaus
information, call Donna at 320-6206.
Stockton campus. $99 pp if payment is received prior to 9/30 (after 9/30: $119 pp). Only $180 for both sessions ($215 after 9/30).
Big Brothers and Big Sisters will hold their annual fundraiser
Additional information and registration online at
“Wine on the Waterfront” on Saturday, September 12 from 6 PM
www.garywaters.net. On site training available.
to 9 PM at the Waterfront Warehouse in Downtown Stockton. Tickets are $45 in advance and can be purchased by calling Mary
The Mayor’s Task Force on Persons with Disabilities will hold
at (209) 464-7644 or online at www.bbbs-sac.org.
their annual Disability Awareness Fair at Weber Point on Friday, September 11 from 9 AM – 3 PM. For more information, call
The Board of Directors of the United Cerebral Palsy of San Joaquin, Calaveras and Amador Counties has selected Ray Call as the new Executive Director. Call recently retired as a Deputy Chief with the Stockton Fire Department after 22 years. www. ucpsj.org.
(209) 937-8499 or visit www.stocktongov.com. Submission Guidelines: News Briefs must be submitted before the 8th of each month to schamber@stocktonchamber.org. Please put “PORT O CALL” in the subject line. Submissions must be no longer than 50 words total and should include contact information. News Briefs will be included on a space available basis and may be edited for content.
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CEO’s Column Cont’d from pg. 6 of America’s health care system, and they must take the time to
making sure Blair knows he is supported by the community and will
do it right the first time for the benefit of all, and to the determent
be so for many years to come.
to none. I am happy to report that I had numerous personal conversations with Congressman Cardoza who took the time to
We would like to wish Gordon Palmer and his wife Donna well and
have a one-on-one dinner with me last month at Paragary’s.
thank them for the hours of hard work and sacrifice they gave during Gordon’s tenure as City Manager. It’s hard to understand
I have been in touch by phone and email, with staff in
the complexities of running a city whose population ranks 12th in
Congressman McNerney and Senator Diane Feinstein’s offices.
California and 69th in America. This position can be trying even
(Sad to say there was no, nada, zero or zilch response from
in the best of times, and Palmer met the challenge of a sagging and
the office of Senator Boxer.) I encourage you to contact your
tumultuous economic climate. You know I am constantly recom-
representatives in Washington to insist they give this issue the
mending that you visit our CVB website, www.visitstockton.org
time and attention it demands. Please do so in a calm, informative
to discover all that is available to us in our great community and
and respectful manner. We send congratulations to newly appointed
around the region. Recently my wife Joan, a 26-year member of
Chief Blair Ulring of the Stockton Police Department. As a former
the GSCC, was with a number of her friends and one of them, a
member of this fine organization, I can tell you he is the right
long-time Stocktonian, questioned, “What is there to do here?”
man, in the right place, at the right time. Blair and I have had many
Joan jumped right up and said, “Go to www.visitstockton.org and
conversations over the last several months; he is a fine law enforcement
sign up for the weekly email of events sent out by the Chamber
officer at the head of a powerful agency, and we look forward to
and CVB and you will find out there is a great deal to do in Stock-
working together to improve safety in our great city of Stockton.
ton and the region.”
Both Mike Klocke and the Record editorial board did a good job in
Whether native or new, Stocktonians will find information and events designed to help anyone experience Stockton’s restaurants, arts and recreation, shopping, and the treasures of the Delta and
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Lodi Wine Appellation. Please enjoy our new and improved Port O Call, and believe me when I say that the GSCC is at the forefront of the fight for economic recovery and you can help by joining us as members and partners.
Lee & Associates – Central Valley, Inc. is pleased to present the ArchͲAirport Business Center. This BRAND NEW class ‘A’ Business Center consists of two (2) multiͲtenant condominium buildings and five (5) freeͲstanding light industrial/flex buildings totaling 57,791± square feet, for sale or lease, situated within an attractive business park setting. The ArchͲ Airport Business Center provides “turnͲkey” condos and buildings that are now ready for occupancy and feature ample parking, extensive landscaping and wellͲexecuted exteriors. In addition, the freeͲstanding buildings will provide for exclusive yard areas that can be fenced. At the corner of ArchͲAirport Road and B Street, the ArchͲAirport Business Center’s location offers excellent access to Interstate 5 and Highway 99, is in close proximity to the Stockton Metropolitan Airport and offers frontage on the planned Interstate 5 / Sperry Road interchange. For more information about this project, visit our website at http://www.archͲairportbc.com.
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Calendar
September 2009 Highlights 9/3 - Chamber Monthly Mixer - 5:15PM @ University Park 9/16 -IT BBQ - 5:30PM @ Hilton Stockton 9/20 - 9/26 - Stockton Restaurant Week
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Chamber Monthly Mixer - 5:15 PM @ University Park
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IT Barbeque Ticket Deadline Executive Committee - 7 AM @ SGCC Green Team San Joaquin - 9 AM @ Chamber Conference Room
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Port O Call Submission Deadline Manufacturers Industrial Distribution Roundtable (MIDR) - 7:30 AM @ Chamber Conference Room
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Government Relations Council - 7:30 AM @ Chamber Conference Room
Ambassadors Quarterly Luncheon - 11:30 AM @ TBA
IT Barbeque - 5:30 PM @ Hilton Stockton
Chamber Board Meeting - 4 PM @ Chamber Conference Room
Stockton Restaurant Week
Government Relations Council - 7:30 AM @ Chamber Conference Room
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