Port O Call - August 2015 by Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce

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Vol. 61 No. 4

AUGUST 2015

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JUST THE TICKET

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FROM YOUR 2015-16 PRESIDENT BY: JUDITH BUETHE

Official publication of the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce. Serving the Greater Stockton area business community since 1901.

The Heat! The Heat is on! And Stockton is on!

CHAMBER OFFICERS PRESIDENT Judith Buethe, Judith Buethe Communications SR. VICE PRESIDENT Bakul Patel, Dorfman Pacific Co.

Stockton had a terrific era with the

FINANCIAL VICE PRESIDENT Diane Vigil, Dameron Hospital Foundation

Stockton Thunder, and we’re going to have a

VICE PRESIDENT Deitra R. Kenoly, The Record/San Joaquin Media Group

terrific era as we move up into the American

VICE PRESIDENT Doug Dinjian, DiBuduo & DeFendis Insurance Agency, Inc.

Hockey League with the Heat! It’s a dream

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Blain Bibb, JaniTek Cleaning Solutions

come true for our city and the Central

CHAMBER DIRECTORS Becky M. Deal, Bank of Stockton Dr. Lewis Gale, University of the Pacific - Eberhardt School of Business Rick Goucher, CBRE, Inc. Ryan Haggerty, Haggerty Construction, Inc. Chris Kay, SMG Frank Lucas, Evergreen Professional Hypnotherapy Dr. Robert Melrose, Brookside Optometric Group Laura Pinkerton, Wells Fargo Bank Victor Randolph, Never Boring Design Associates Kay G. Ruhstaller, Family Resource & Referral Center Joey Steelman, Lord's Gym Jared Steinwert, F&M Bank Joy Sweger, St. Joseph’s Medical Center – Dignity Health Robert Young, Stockton Golf & Country Club CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Douglass W. Wilhoit, Jr.

209.292.8432

PROGRAM & PUBLIC POLICY DIRECTOR Frank Ferral 209.292.8428 SPECIAL EVENTS DIRECTOR LEADERSHIP STOCKTON DIRECTOR Timm Quinn 209.292.8423 OFFICE MANAGER Lia Her 209.292.8421 MEMBERSHIP RECRUITMENT SPECIALIST Joe Curtis 209.292.8439 MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR Eric Langstrom 209.292.8427 PROGRAM COORDINATOR Samuel Cogo 209.292.8436 SCAP-SE COORDINATOR/SCAP LEAD Jeffrey Natividad 209.292.8425 SCAP-SE COORDINATORS Felicia Hurtado 209.292.8434 Na'Asiaha Simon 209.292.8440 Sophie Soth 209.292.8435 Dennis Thao 209.292.8424 Lee Yang 209.292.8426 BEA COORDINATOR Nicole Jimenez 209.292.8430 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT – EVENTS Ashley Williams 209.292.8422 SCAP-SE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Christy Hang 209.292.8433 RECEPTIONIST/CUSTOMER SERVICE Aleyu Palacios 209.292.8431 PUBLISHER Stockton Chamber of Commerce 209.547.2770 GRAPHIC DESIGN Never Boring 209.526.9136 ADVERTISING Victor Randolph

209.988.5800

PRINTING & MAILING The Parks Group

209.466.9026

JUDITH BUETHE

Valley to encourage and enjoy the fantastic success of an ECHL ice hockey team,

resulting in the move up to embrace the AHL level of professional hockey. And the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce is on! As well as being a major leader in supporting our city and its healthy entertainment venues, this Chamber has developed innovative education opportunities and strong programs to attract new businesses. We enjoy the oldest community leadership program in the state, founded 34 years ago, and now Leadership Stockton has launched the Leadership Stockton Alumni Association, whose members continue to demonstrate their commitment to community service. As Trevor Womack said at the Alumni Association’s first annual Community Leadership Breakfast on June 16, “This organization has a heart for community service.” Strong businesses provide job opportunities and strengthen communities, and strong communities are noted for the numbers and effectiveness of community service volunteers. The Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce cares and works hand-in-hand with local nonprofit organizations to help ensure that community needs — and opportunities — are recognized and effectively addressed. And, education is at the heart of it all. I am immensely proud of this Chamber’s effective educational programs — programs that provide double benefit, to those members of the work force who participate, and to the employers who are steadfast in their commitment to ensuring a healthy work force and community. While our Chamber is strong, growth will make us even stronger. We have a highly effective membership and recruitment team on our Chamber staff, but let’s keep the heat on each of us to encourage the businesses which we interact with to join us as Chamber members. And you need not do it alone. Call Joe or Eric at 209.547.2770, who will follow up for you. See you at the Heat this fall!

GREATER STOCKTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

445 W. Weber Avenue, Suite 220, Stockton, CA 95203 209.547.2770 fax 209.466.5271 schamber@stocktonchamber.org

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FROM YOUR CEO BY: DOUG WILHOIT This Saturday, July 11, I came to the office to write my 180th

with their games and involvement in so many areas outside the

"Port O Call" article since I

arena. Now, as you can see from our cover story, the Heat are going

had the honor and privilege of

to continue that tradition and improve upon it in so many ways. I,

becoming YOUR CEO in 1999!

along with others, had the opportunity to meet the team owners

I like to come in on weekend mornings to write for two

DOUG WILHOIT

We truly thank them for all they contributed to this community

and staff and, as I have written before, I know that to be a fact. In today’s July 11 "Record," the American Hockey League (i.e.

reasons: it is quiet here in the

AAA talent) Heat schedule of 34 home games were announced,

office, and also I get to enjoy

which is only two fewer than the Thunder home game schedule. I

the serenity of my wonderful

know that the fans will fully embrace OUR NEW HOME TEAM!

view of the waterfront, the Banner Island Ballpark (home of your

We wish the Heat much success and look forward to the first of

Stockton Ports), the Arena (which I will expound upon in following

many wonderful community seasons.

paragraphs), the University Plaza Waterfront Hotel, the Weber

As I look across at the north back of the Downtown Marina, I

Point Event Center (I still get a smile on my face when I see the

know there are those who still “bad mouth” the structures that are

families enjoying the fountain on hot days), the Downtown City

there. Mike Fitzgerald wrote a very fair column in the "Record"

Centre Cineplex, French 25, and the new courthouse rising above

on the issue, and I called him to thank him for doing so. During

the skyline.

our conversation, I shared with him what Joan, my wife, and so

This AM was an extra bonus for, as I passed Weber Point Event

many others say: “If they had not been built when they were, they

Center while on Center Street, I saw a large number of 50’s, 60’s and

never would have been!” We have to look at them as a long-term

some OLDER (that is for you, Judith, Blain, Gary, and Rick) cars

“community investment” (along with the wonderful work done to

preparing to enter what I assume was a car show. As I turned onto

bring the Bob Hope FOX back to its splendor), and remember the

Weber Avenue there was a large group of folks in the park, near the

number of citizens and families from within and without Stockton

south seawall, in a big circle holding hands with their heads bowed.

who have been able to enjoy so many wonderful times they may

I assumed they were a group of true believers praying. I hope

have otherwise had to forgo, or drive to Sacramento or the Bay

they were praying for us all and their goal was to bring peace and

Area to have some of that joy — but at a much higher expense of

civility back to our city, state, nation, and world!

both time and money. Let’s cool the “naysayer jets” and look to the

I then arrived at my quiet office and took some time to sit back and watch the two sea lions fishing for their breakfast, and also I

assets we have, and the good that they provide. On Friday, July 9, I went to the Arena to PAY for and pick up the

watched a number of people, including families, walking along the

tickets I ordered for two upcoming events put on by SMG at the

Joan Darrah Promenade waiting to line up to take a cruise and tour

BHF for my family. First is the Russian Ballet performance of Swan

of the Port of Stockton from the water on the Delta. I must repeat:

Lake on Oct. 8, and three generations of our family (6 and 17-year-

eat your hearts out, Fresno and Bakersfield.

old granddaughters, their mothers and Mimi — you notice I did

I have admitted in the past that one of my weakest attributes is

not mention the ladies' ages) will be there to enjoy this masterpiece.

not being very good at predicting the outcome of political races,

The second event at the BHF, on Nov. 22, is “The Way We Were,” a

horse races, or sporting events, and that holds true to when the

tribute concert to Barbara Streisand and Frank Sinatra. My sister

Arena opened. Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine how

Toni and my brother-in-law Bill, along with her daughter/my niece

professional hockey would rock the city, county, and region as the

Gretchen and her husband Chad, will be coming from Rancho

Thunder did.

Murrieta and Elk Grove respectfully to enjoy a great show and fun

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family (two generations) time! Is my hint resonating with any of you? While at the Arena, I asked Chris Kay, a member of your Board of Directors, for some numbers on the venues they so professionally operate and he gave many, but I will highlight

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just a few. The venues employ 574 people, from food and beverage workers, to ushers and security to stagehands. Many of the employees have been with the venues for over five years, and many of their full-time staff have grown from parttime employment. The subsidy so many malign goes to cover operation costs of all four city-owned facilities, which includes maintenance, repairs, and keeping the venues safe for patrons to visit and enjoy their time there. The Arena and BHF host over 160 events a year, with some being high profile, like concerts, sporting events, and graduations, to some â&#x20AC;&#x153;under-the-radar eventsâ&#x20AC;? like private rehearsals. With shows, set-up, tear-down, and maintenance, the Stockton Arena alone is in use over 250 days a year. Bottom line: they are all great assets to be used and supported

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NorCal Occupational Med Center Merges with Trinity Urgent Care NorCal Occupational Med Center is merging medical practices

Jamie Hyneman and Adam Savage, co-hosts of the Emmynominated Discovery series “MythBusters,” debuts at the Bob Hope Theatre for one night only on Dec. 9, at 7:30 p.m. “MythBusters

with Trinity Urgent Care and will continue to see patients at

Jamie & Adam UNLEASHED!” presents a fantastical evening of

the Trinity Urgent Care office, located at 10200 Trinity Prkwy.,

on-stage experiments, audience participation, exciting videos, and

Stockton. Trinity Urgent Care & Occupational Health is in most

behind-the-scenes stories. Jamie Hyneman has announced that he

workers’ compensation medical provider networks and they are

will end touring with the live show this year.

open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., 7 days per week. They also provide complete

Tickets for “MythBusters Jamie & Adam UNLEASHED!” are

exam services including physicals, drug and alcohol testing, x-rays,

available at the Stockton Arena Ticket Office, open Monday -

audiograms, spirometry, TB skin testing, and vaccinations. Donald

Friday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. For more information, call 800.745.3000

Rossman, MD, Mike Dixon, PAC, and several of our staff will be

or visit stocktonlive.com.

seeing patients at Trinity Urgent Care & Occupational Health. If

NAI Benchmark First Commercial Adds Two New Team Members

you have any questions regarding this transition, please contact Patty Milano, 209.483.8055.

NAI Benchmark First Commercial is pleased to

Gospel Center Rescue Mission Appoints New CEO

announce Ruben Sandoval as our Vice President

As the Gospel Center Rescue Mission celebrates its 75th

of Investment Sales and Brian Heron as our Vice

LOREN GEIGER

Anniversary, it is also celebrating the appointment

President of Retail Properties. Ruben brings

of its new CEO, Loren Geiger. Loren has more than

over ten years of experience in investment sales

15 years experience in business development and

with insights on yielding the greatest return

management as well as an extensive background in

on investment. Brian brings over 32 years of

guiding, developing, and empowering individuals

experience in commercial real estate and specializes

to realize their potential through health and healing

in the retail sector.

with educational retreats, seminars, individual guidance, and the grace of love of Jesus Christ.

RUBEN SANDOVAL

BRIAN HERON

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor to speak at University of the Pacific U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor will be the keynote

14th Annual Hospice of San Joaquin Butterfly Auxiliary “Sip n Stroll”

speaker for the Oct. 23 Advancing Women’s Leadership forum at

The 14th Annual Stockton Hospice of San Joaquin’s Butterfly

University of the Pacific’s Alex G. Spanos Center in Stockton. The

Auxiliary’s “Sip n Stroll” will be held Aug. 15 in the Brookside

event will begin at 9 a.m. and is open to the public. Also speaking

Classics from 6-9 p.m. Attendees will taste fine wines, brews and

will be Amy Purdy, a 2014 Paralympic bronze medalist and

delicious foods. Tickets are $50 in advance, and $65 at the door.

motivational speaker, and Connie Rishwain, president of UGG and

Proceeds benefit residents of San Joaquin’s Hospice House. For

a Pacific alumna.

more information, call Hospice of San Joaquin at 209.957.3888 or

Tickets for the event will be $15 and available for sale in late

visit www.hospicesj.org.

August. Special group arrangements will be available on a limited

MythBusters Jamie & Adam UNLEASHED! At the Bob Hope Theatre Dec. 9

basis for high schools and other educational organizations that

The all-new live show “MythBusters Jamie & Adam UNLEASHED!,” starring

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serve young adults.

BUSINESS PROFILE Here are Four Key Questions Every Auto Glass Customer Should Ask Prior To Service: 1. What Training has Your Auto Glass Installer Received? At Stockton Auto Glass, we take it upon ourselves for our service technicians to be certified and HENRY PERALTA, SALES MANAGER

follow safety

standards per the Auto Glass Safety Council. Relatively few auto glass companies have gone to this level to ensure their technicians are trained to meet these standards. 2. Why are Some Auto Glass Companies so Cheap? There are three components to an auto glass quote. • Cost of Materials: Best quality urethane costs more. • Cost of Labor: Better trained, dedicated technicians earn better pay

Locations:

• Overhead & Profit: An auto glass company with a shop facility provides superior service and quality but costs more to operate than a strictly mobile service provider 3. Does the Auto Glass Company Offer a Guarantee? Stockton Auto Glass stands behind the quality of the installation for as long as you own the vehicle. 4. How Soon are You Able to Safely Operate a Vehicle After a Windshield is Installed? Faster drying urethane (glue), although more expensive, will set with a drive away time of 30 minutes. A majority of glass shops do not use higher price urethane. A windshield is part of the structural integrity of a vehicle, and airbags are designed to bounce off the windshield when protecting the passengers. If a windshield does not do its part, neither will the airbags. Remember: You get what you pay for and there is no substitute when it comes to protecting your family in case of an accident.

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Dave Piecuch

By Alex Cantatore

President of the Stockton Heat

about to get a little bit hotter in Stockton. The Stockton Heat — a new hockey team playing in the second-

to assess development, or to call up players to the main roster. If there was an injury to a NHL roster player, a minor-league sub often wouldn’t make it to the rink by game time. For the 2015-2016 season, that all changes. Five AHL franchises

best hockey league in the world, the American Hockey League —

were moved out west – all to California – to help out the

will open its inaugural season at the Stockton Arena on Oct. 10.

NHL franchises.

The Heat will replace the Stockton Thunder, the ECHL team

From the beginning, the Calgary Flames targeted Stockton as

that called Stockton home for the past decade. It’s because of the

the new home for their AHL franchise, formerly the Adirondack

Thunder’s success here in Stockton – and the AHL’s westward

Flames of Glens Falls, N.Y.

migration – that the Heat came to town. In part, the Thunder’s success came on the ice; the Thunder played in the ECHL finals in 2013, becoming the first California-

“Stockton Arena is a fantastic building, and history has proven it’s a great hockey market,” Piecuch said. The Flames’ parent company, Calgary Sports and Entertainment,

based team to ever play for the Kelly Cup. But more importantly to

bought the Stockton Thunder on Jan. 29. They soon announced

the Calgary Flames, the National Hockey League team which owns

that the Thunder would, effectively, swap homes with the

the Heat, success came in the grandstands as well.

Adirondack Flames; the relocated Adirondack Thunder will

“The fan support here and enthusiasm was and continues to be amazing,” said Dave Piecuch, President of the Stockton Heat. The Thunder led the ECHL in attendance for the franchise’s first

remain in the ECHL. Stockton hockey fans can expect to see a higher level of play with the new AHL team in town, Piecuch said. The players will be

four years. Throughout the Thunder’s tenure in Stockton, the team

bigger, faster, and stronger, making crisper passes and more precise

always ranked amongst the league leaders.

shots on goal. And they’re all just a step away from the big show

So why change a good thing? Because West Coast NHL teams had a problem: all of their top-level minor league teams, playing in the AHL, were based on the East Coast. This made it hard for pro teams to cultivate their minor league talent, thousands of miles away. It was difficult to observe practices

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– the NHL. “Nearly every guy you see is going to be affiliated with the Calgary Flames, under a Flames contract,” Piecuch said. “You’ll see guys playing here on a Friday night, and you’ll see them in the NHL on a Saturday night. That’s not uncommon.”

This year, Heat fans will see many of the Flames’ top prospects.

It’s a sign of professional hockey’s value to the Stockton

Roughly 90 percent of today’s NHL players got their start with

community. Fans from near and far eat at local restaurants, shop

AHL teams.

before and after games, and improve the local economy. Out-of-

All the Heat players will start their season with a chance to

town visitors like players, coaches, scouts, and NHL executives

make their dreams come true and stick in the NHL at the Flames’

stay in Stockton’s hotel rooms. And the team’s existence helps

training camp. While not all of them will make an immediate

businesses attract employees, as potential new hires are often taken

impact in the NHL, many of them will end up back on the big

to a hockey game to show them the region’s strengths.

league team at some point, taking the direct flight from San Francisco to Calgary. Hockey fans can expect the same, great entertainment from the Stockton Heat. Executives are hoping to make the game night experience even better than before, with new promotions, in-game giveaways, music, and a yet-to-be-revealed mascot.

Of course, the Stockton Heat will continue to support numerous causes around the community. And players will be involved in promoting nonprofits and the importance of education – it’s a Flames priority, Piecuch said. But perhaps most importantly, the Heat will continue to offer a great place for families to enjoy an inexpensive, fun night out. It’s

“I think it’ll be better all around, in every way,” Piecuch said.

the kind of great experience that you don’t have to be a hockey fan

To accommodate this new, top-notch hockey team, the Heat are

to love – and that’s all too rare these days.

making a few changes to Stockton Arena. The players’ weight room

“For us to be a place that is safe, affordable family entertainment,

will nearly triple in size, becoming bigger than the current Calgary

for people of all ages, I think that’s important,” Piecuch said. “The

Flames’ weight room as the Heat work to accommodate the

majority of people don’t remember if we won or not, but they do

equipment and trainers associated with an AHL team. The Heat

remember that they had a good time.”

will blow out some walls – and move the front office – to make room for the new facilities. And the rink itself will change slightly,

For more information on the Stockton Heat, visit stocktonheat.com or call 209.373.1500.

with some new glass and hockey goals. “It’s a couple of steps up,” Piecuch said. “Everything has to move up a notch or two.” One thing that isn’t changing is the price. Season ticket prices remained flat, while day-of-game tickets might be a dollar or two more, at most. Piecuch said Calgary Flames ownership decided to keep prices low as a sign of their long-term commitment to the Stockton community. Fans will get to see a better product, at the same price. “Give credit to Calgary,” Piecuch said. “They wanted to come into this market, do it right, and properly set the tone for a long-term commitment to the area.” The strategy is working. Ticket sales, corporate sponsorships, and media interest in the Stockton Heat are all up roughly 20 percent from a year ago. And with full season tickets for as low as $380 – roughly $11 a game – fans from Sacramento to Turlock are buying in.

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LEADERSHIP STOCKTON BY: TIMM QUINN graffiti, repairing and retrofitting the cooling system, installing new floors throughout, painting three of four classrooms, replacing lighting in the classrooms, painting and installing new flooring and crown molding in the kitchen, adding concession items to the kitchen, replacing and installing a new water heater, installing screens for ventilation, adding a new

Leadership Stockton Class of 2015 McKinley Matters Project

water filtration fountain in the main entryway, and

Congratulations again to the Leadership Stockton Class of

maintaining the landscaping.

2015 for all your hard work and dedication to making Stockton

The Class also partnered

a better place to live. Your hard work with your year-long project

with SPYA and other local nonprofit organizations to bring new

at the McKinley Community Center was a great example for the

services and activities to the Center. The Class concluded its project with a grand re-opening event

community to show what a group of people can accomplish when they work together. The Class of 2015 was recognized for their great

at the Center on May 30, and invited Stockton Police and Fire

work Thursday, June 11 at the Leadership Stockton Class of 2015

Departments, local groups, dignitaries, neighborhood residents, and

Graduation Dinner.

other leaders to tour the newly rehabilitated Center.

Project Summary: Since it was dedicated by the City of Stockton in 1968, the McKinley Community Center has played an integral role

With its new look and partners, the McKinley Community Center is poised to serve its neighborhood for another half-century.

in the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s South Side. The

Leadership Stockton Class of 2015 Graduates:

McKinley Center became

Robert Applegate, Stockton Police Department; Richie Aranda, Neumiller &

home to a boxing club that

Beardslee; Alicia Bailey, Cort Companies; Jamie Bossuat, Kroloff, Belcher,

helped countless young

Smart, Perry & Christopherson; Randy Burns, Waterloo-Morada Fire District;

Stocktonians off the streets,

Constance Carter, Catalyst Real Estate Professionals; Robyn Cheshire,

encouraging physical fitness,

University of the Pacific; Rames Creel, San Joaquin County Office of

personal growth, and the

Education; Octavio Cruces, Casa Flores Marina ; Bob Di Piero, San Joaquin Delta Community College District; Monique Dials, Superior Court of CA - San

discipline needed to compete in the world beyond the ring.

Joaquin County; Amanda Elrod, University of the Pacific; David Emerson,

But as the City of Stockton hit tough times in the late 2000s, so did the McKinley Center. The Center became an afterthought as the

Health Plan of San Joaquin; Gloria Evans, State Compensation Insurance Fund;

City struggled to keep afloat and ultimately entered bankruptcy.

Toby Farnsworth, San Joaquin County Sheriffs Office; Mario Gardea, Stockton

Stockton Police Youth Activities (SPYA) stepped in and took over

Fire Department; Erin Guy Castillo, Parish Guy Castillo, PLC; Don Guzman,

the day-to-day operations of the Center. The SPYA helped restart

State Farm Insurance Don Guzman Agency; James Hood, San Joaquin County

youth boxing lessons and worked with the Stockton Judo Club to

Sheriffs Office; Vicki Lock, San Joaquin County Office of Education; Chris Lynn,

pump life back into the McKinley Center.

University of the Pacific Athletics; Teri Manley, Stop the Presses, Inc. ; Kim Martin, Martin Dentistry; Beatriz Martinez, El Concilio; Jon Mendelson, Central

In September 2014, Leadership Stocktonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Class of 2015 decided to give the McKinley Center another boost. The Class of 2015

Valley Low Income Housing Corp.; Laura Ochoa-Sanchez, San Joaquin Delta

undertook numerous renovations to the Center during the past nine

College; Amber Saunders, Mary Graham Children's Foundation; Robert Teague,

months, including painting the building exterior and removing

San Joaquin County Sheriffs Office; Eno Uto-Uko, Santa Clara Probation Dept.

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EVENTS BY: TIMM QUINN 51st Annual Industrial Technology Barbecue

Advantages Available to Taking Care of Business Supporters Sponsoring companies typically select several options from the

One of our most popular events of the year is the Industrial Technology Barbecue, a festive fall get-together honoring new

events line-up. The Chamber allows its members to wisely choose a

and expanding businesses in San Joaquin County. So mark your

year-long program that meets their marketing, consumer exposure,

calendars for Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 5:00 p.m. at the University

and community involvement goals. Package prices enable sponsors

Plaza Waterfront Hotel.

to select from several marketing and promotional opportunities at

We’re proud to have the distinguished and continuing support

a significant savings. For more information on stretching your marketing dollars

of our founding sponsors Pacific Gas & Electric Company, SJC Economic Development Association, and San Joaquin Partnership.

through Taking Care of Business, contact Timm Quinn, Events

Their dedication to honoring those companies that enhance our

Director, at 209.292.8423, or e-mail tquinn@stocktonchamber.org.

revenue and employment base is a testimonial to the emphasis we

ATHENA Awards Nominations Sought 2015

place on encouraging a healthy business economy. Various Industrial Technology Barbecue sponsorship levels are available, and if you take action now, you’ll receive maximum marketing exposure in upcoming promotions. Act now and help us honor these great companies! For more information, contact Timm Quinn at 209.292.8423, or tquinn@stocktonchamber.org.

There is still time to nominate, it’s not too late!!! Take a few minutes to think about the exceptional business people you know, then consider nominating them for one of this year’s prestigious ATHENA Awards. On Nov. 19, at a luncheon at Stockton Golf & Country Club, we’ll honor an outstanding individual as our 2015 Stockton Chamber of Commerce ATHENA recipient and another outstanding individual as the ATHENA Young Professional

Founding Sponsors: Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce, Pacific

Leadership Award recipient. The deadline for nominations

Gas & Electric Company, SJC Economic Development Association, San

is 3 p.m., Aug. 28. These awards are presented to individuals in our community

Joaquin Partnership Platinum Sponsors: AT&T, Dorfman Pacific Co., Inc., Port of Stockton, Premier Staffing, Pacific Records Management

who strive toward the highest levels of professional

Gold Sponsors: San Joaquin County Office of Education Silver

accomplishment, excel in their chosen field, demonstrate support

Sponsors: Proline Media, Stockton East Water District, Ulmer Photo

for the advancement of business and professional women, devote

VIP: Roland Construction, City of Stockton-Economic Dept.

time and energy to their community in a meaningful way, and open paths so that others may follow.

Taking Care of Business Program 2015-2016 The Taking Care of Business Program offers our member

For more information, and to download a nomination form, visit www.StocktonChamber.org and click on the ATHENA Awards tab

businesses a wealth of marketing and sponsorship opportunities

in the Events dropdown menu, or call 209.547.2770.

for the upcoming year. This popular program was created to

Ag Hall of Fame Nomination Deadline Aug. 14

give Chamber members an excellent way to receive exposure throughout the year at a dramatic discount off normal pricing. Sponsors receive recognition at such events as the Industrial Technology Barbecue, State of the City, Annual Golf Tournament, Chamber Tradeshow & Showcase Mixer, and Chamber Business Awards. Popular awards programs such as the ATHENA Awards and San Joaquin Agricultural Hall of Fame are also included, as well as the Annual Installation Dinner.

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The San Joaquin County Agricultural Hall of Fame is requesting nominations for outstanding agricultural leaders and mentors in our community. Now in its 31st year, the Agricultural Hall of Fame honors those individuals who have contributed to agriculture and to their community in significant ways. Each year, awards are given to at least three living recipients, as well as one posthumous recipient.

Timm Quinn: tquinn@stocktonchamber.org 209.292.8423

RIBBON CUTTINGS All those previously recognized in the Agricultural Hall of Fame

Attending Ambassadors

have their photographs and biographies on display at the San

Chester Lum, ABC Wallace Funeral Home Svc; Pat Mancebo, Club Z In-Home Tutoring;

Joaquin Historical Society & Museum in Micke Grove Park and in

Roger Hahn, LegalShield; Suzie Bowers, California Hypnosis Center; Lisa Minazzoli,

the lobby of the Robert J. Cabral Ag Center. They are also listed on the Chamber Website on the Ag Hall of Fame page. Nomination forms are available from the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce website, and need to be submitted by

Damsel in Defense; Dat On, Serendipity; Jessica Arguellofuerte, Serendipity; Selina Pagiagua, Cornerstone Staffing Solutions; Loretta Lee, Junior League of San Joaquin; Susan Cruz, Cruz Intergrated; Brian McCann, Carrington College; Teri Manley, Stop the Presses; Victor Randolph, Never Boring Design; Patti Gullick, New Image Sign Co.; Kory Ley, American Cancer Society; Liz Baker, Keller Williams

Aug. 14 in order to be considered. For more information, call Timm Quinn at 209.292.8423 or visit the Stockton Chamber of Commerce website, www.stocktonchamber.org, and click on the Ag Hall of Fame link in the events dropdown menu.

Serendipity

NEW MEMBERS

5904 N. El Dorado, Ste. A, Stockton, CA 95207

Restaurants

Media

Tio Pepe's 329 Lincoln Ctr. Stockton, CA 95207 209.957.6431

Non-profit

The Creamery 5756 Pacific Ave. #3 Stockton, CA 95207 209.952.1111

Cleaning Service

Home Cleaning Plus 80 Genie Wy. Lodi, CA 95242 209.371.9341

Art Galleries

Cece's Art Studio 2324 Grand Canal Blvd. #10 Stockton, CA 95207 209.951.4130

Retail

Adventure Sports Kayak City 1818 W. Fremont St. Stockton, CA 95203 209.462.5400

Health Care Services

Apexcare 829 Rosemarie Ln. #F Stockton, CA 95207 209.478.9111 California Hypnosis Center 1625 W. March Ln. #101 Stockton, CA 95207 800.758.1239

Brookside Living Magazine PO Box 31873 Stockton, CA 95213 209.481.7863

Chinese Cultural Society of Stockton PO Box 692035 Stockton, CA 95269 209.473.3499

Beauty Salons Divine Appearance 1061 E. March Ln. #G Stockton, CA 95210 209.610.4322

Banquet Facilities

Epic Lounge 3121 Benjamin Holt Dr. Stockton, CA 95219 209.986.0797

Promotional Products

Logo Ward 10940 Trinity Pkwy. #C313 Stockton, CA 95219 209.684.3946

Dance Companies

Pacific Ballet LLC 2218 Pacific Ave. Stockton, CA 95204 209.390.4543

Payroll Services Paychex Inc. 2365 Iron Point Rd. Folsom, CA 95630 916.591.2790

Real Estate

Rosa Gonzalez PMZ 3516 Deer Park Dr. #A Stockton, CA 95219 209.337.0144

Merchant Bank Card Accounts

Damsel in Defense www.mydamselpro.net/stockton

Smart Pay 7813 N. Pershing Ave. Stockton, CA 95207 855.887.6278

Printers & Lithographers Transworld Printing Services 2857 Transworld Dr., PO Box 31567 Stockton, CA 95206 209.982.1511

Home Furnishings & DĂŠcor

St. Luke Catholic Elementary School 4005 N. Sutter St., Stockton, CA 95204

209 Furniture 1748 W. Fremont St. Stockton, CA 95203 209.922.9888

Marinas

Village West Marina LLC 6649 Embarcadero Dr. Stockton, CA 95219 209.951.1551

Stockton Community Federal Credit Union 167 N. Hunter St. Stockton, CA 95201

www.stocktonchamber.org

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VISIT STOCKTON BY: WES RHEA Passports are available at our office at 125 Bridge Place, 2nd floor,

Stockton Summer Passport: Be a Tourist in Your Own Hometown

as well as available for download online for printing at home. Have

Make the most of your summer before

StocktonSummerPassport.com for participation details, prizes, and

it’s too late!

participating partners.

There’s plenty of fun to be had this summer—and now you can enjoy deals and prizes as you explore Stockton! Introducing Visit Stockton’s new Stockton Summer Passport program! How it works: pick up your free Passport at locations around town or download one at StocktonSummerPassport.com. Exclusive

your best summer yet as you explore your own hometown! Visit

Become a Stockton Ambassador Certified Tourism Ambassador classes are available bi-monthly and open to the general public. Learn how you can turn every visitor encounter into a positive one! Upcoming CTA classes: Aug. 26 and Oct. 14

deals or discounts for events, venues, and restaurants are featured on the Passport. Present your Passport at each location to take advantage of the specific offer, and receive a stamp when redeemed. Then turn in your completed Passport to Visit Stockton for prizes —it’s that easy!

Sign up today and join the growing list of Stockton Ambassadors! Program details, including the curriculum and enrollment information, can be found at StocktonAmbassadors.com or CTANetwork.com, or by calling Megan Peterson at Visit Stockton

GOOD NEWS Economic Impact of New Jobs Continues Beyond the Company Initial Announcement

FROM THE

at 209.938.1555.

pay annual taxes while growing employment, and payroll up to 100 employees. Other recent examples of follow-on growth of new company

The San Joaquin Partnership recently announced another

locations include Amazon in Tracy and Patterson; the two

successful project moving into San

locations have consistently increased job opportunities, most

Joaquin USA – Crumb Rubber

recently announcing another 700 in Tracy and 200 in Patterson.

Manufacturers, a nationally known company that specializes in

Newcomer Tesla just installed its sign but hasn't had time to install

the production and supply of crumb rubber for various asphalt

its supercharging station in Lathrop, but they have put steel up —

rubber technologies. CRM is moving into the former Hormel

an expansion to the existing 430,000 sq. ft. building it moved into

food processing facility in Stockton and will initially employ 50

less than 12 months ago. These examples further illustrate how the local economy

people. Finding a new user for an old facility is the toughest job in economic development. Hooray! Let’s give a cheer to all those

continues to directly benefit from growing employers that create

involved in bringing CRM to Stockton for a job well done!

more jobs as well as provide promotion opportunities for existing

Now let’s step back and realize the long-term benefits of CRM’s

employees, resulting in higher wages for all and increased

San Joaquin location for years to come as they ramp up business,

purchases of goods and services in our local communities.

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Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce

Wes Rhea: wes@visitstockton.org 209.938.1555

PROGRAMS AND PUBLIC POLICY BY: LEE YANG Interested in saving some time and money on your next employee? Here at the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce, we offer the Stockton Chamber Apprenticeship Program — Subsidize Employment. SCAP-SE is a partnership with Human Services Agency and CalWORKs, designed by the business community to allow for an equitable solution to place CalWORKs clients into the San Joaquin County workforce. SCAP-SE can assist businesses in San Joaquin County with employing part-time to

4. Signed W-9. 5. Job descriptions for available positions. The implementation of this program could prove to be a huge asset to your business. For more information please visit scapworks.com or e-mail scap-se@stocktonchamber.org.

Next FRESH Meeting is: Thursday, Aug. 13, 9:00 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room

full-time positions.

Save Time: •

Interview fewer applicants! SCAP-SE coordinators prescreen individuals based on business needs/job descriptions and requirements. Your business is only interviewing qualified candidates.

Save Money: •

SCAP-SE is available at ZERO COST to businesses in San

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS American Recycling CalSheets Carpenters Local Union 152 City of Stockton Diamond Foods, Inc. Dorfman Pacific Healthy Air Living

Pacific Gas & Electric Company Queirolo’s Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. San Joaquin Council of Governments San Joaquin County Public Works

San Joaquin RTD Stockton Area Water Suppliers Sims Metal Management Surtec Valley CAN

Joaquin County. •

SCAP-SE helps you save on recruiting costs, such as paying for expensive ads.

•

JULY TRADESHOW MIXER @ VERVE NETWORKS

Reduce human resource costs by interviewing candidates pre-screened for employment readiness.

•

Through SCAP-SE, wages paid for hours worked by SCAPSE participants are reimbursed up to 50 percent for up to six months.

Company Eligibility: •

Have employment opportunities consisting of at least 20 hours a week.

•

Paid positions offer $9-$16 an hour.

Participating with SCAP-SE is Easy as 1-2-3! SCAP-SE will need a copy of the following documents to get you started with the program: 1. Valid business license in San Joaquin County. 2. Current declaration page for general liability and worker’s compensation insurance. 3. State employer ID number.

Lee Yang: scap3@stocktonchamber.org 209.292.8426

www.stocktonchamber.org

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CALENDAR AUGUST 2015

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New Member Orientation 11:00 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room August Networking Mixer 5:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. @ Stockton Metropolitan Airport