GREATER STOCKTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Vol. 64 No. 10
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FEBRUARY 2018
THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT An Economic Outlook For Our Region
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THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT AN ECONOMIC OUTLOOK FOR OUR REGION
CONTENTS From Your President
DON’T MISS! 5
From Your CEO
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January Mixer Photos
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Programs and Public Policy
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Cover Story 10 Leadership Stockton
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Events 13 News Briefs 14 Visit Stockton
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Ribbon Cuttings
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New Members
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FEBRUARY NETWORKING MIXER 5:15 – 7:15 p.m. @ Lord’s Gym City Center 848 E. Hammer Ln., Stockton
LUNCH & LEARN 11:30 a.m. Speaker: Matt Martinez, Heartland Payment Systems @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room RSVP to lorice@stocktonchamber.org
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NETWORK 4 SUCCESS Meets every Thursday, 12 – 1 p.m. Contact the Chamber for location joe@stocktonchamber.org
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FROM YOUR 2017-18 PRESIDENT BY: DIANE VIGIL Official publication of the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce. Serving the Greater Stockton area business community since 1901.
Commerce. What’s love got to do with it?
CHAMBER OFFICERS PRESIDENT Diane Vigil, Dameron Hospital Foundation SR. VICE PRESIDENT Deitra R. Kenoly, The Record/San Joaquin Media Group
February is the month we celebrate Presidents' Day and Valentine’s Day. Our nations’ president’s serve because of love of country and its ideals. But what about we citizens? So back to
FINANCIAL VICE PRESIDENT Doug Dinjian, DiBuduo & DeFendis Insurance Agency, Inc. VICE PRESIDENT Dr. Lewis Gale, University of the Pacific - Eberhardt School of Business VICE PRESIDENT Chris Kay, ACE Rail
the question, how does love factor into commerce? My assertion
DIANE VIGIL
is that, since the beginning of time, love is the driving force that causes men and women to rise early and retire late to build a life for their family. In turn, a strong vibrant community follows
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Bakul Patel, Dorfman Pacific Co.
with schools to educate our children, and a municipal government to provide health
CHAMBER DIRECTORS Stephanie Banuelos, Grimbley Coleman Bob Berger, Cumulus Radio Randy Burns, Keller Williams Erin Guy Castillo, Parish Guy Castillo, PLC F.J. "Joe" Dietrich IV, F.J. Dietrich & Co Scott Grafius, Steele Insurance Agency Ryan Haggerty, Haggerty Construction, Inc. Loretta Lee, Junior League of San Joaquin County David Meier, Pacific Gas & Electric Company Bryan Meadows, Stockton Ports Laura Ochoa-Sanchez, San Joaquin Delta College Brian Petrovek, Stockton Heat Justin Redman, F&M Bank Kay G. Ruhstaller, Family Resource & Referral Center Bob Young, World Financial Group – Transamerica
and safety, all accomplished through commerce. I’m always humbled by stories of
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Douglass W. Wilhoit, Jr.
programs are designed to directly help members with their day-to-day operations and
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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
people who have a dream and do whatever it takes to succeed. Often, they come from a difficult background or without the benefit of higher education, yet they use their Godgiven talent and true grit to establish a viable venture for their families. These businesses are exactly who the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce is here to serve. Whether large or small members benefit from the GSCC programs and services. As featured in the January issue of Port O Call, the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce has developed many programs to help our members succeed. Some marketing efforts. Others act as business advocates and watchdogs; all working to improve the local business environment for our GSCC members. I encourage you to visit stocktonchamber.org. Keep yourself up-to-date by reading the Weekly Economic Update written by Chamber Past-President Dennis J. Goldstrand, of Goldstrand Planning Group. A wonderful new feature to check out is
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR Joe Curtis 209.292.8439
the “Positively Stockton Video Campaign,” a view of all things positive about Stockton.
SCAP ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR Christy Hang 209.292.8433
A big thank you to FOX 40 and the campaign’s underwriters: Bank of America, the
SCAP EMPLOYMENT SPECIALISTS Ana Alfaro 209.292.8426 Felicia Hurtado 209.292.8434 Jeffrey Natividad 209.292.8425 Chris Rivera 209.292.8440 Dennis Thao 209.292.8424 Mandee Trackwell 209.292.8435 SCAP ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Mina Gomar 209.292.8429 BEA COORDINATOR Mario Supnet 209.292.8436 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT EVENTS Danielle Zoller 209.292.8422 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Lorice Harrison 209.292.8427 OFFICE COORDINATOR Karina Meza 209.547.2770 PUBLISHER Stockton Chamber of Commerce 209.547.2770 GRAPHIC DESIGN Never Boring 209.526.9136
GSCC, and Visit Stockton. It’s great! The past several months of GSCC events included a luncheon recognizing our Ambassadors, Liaison Committee members, Welcome Squad members, and Network 4 Success leaders. Wow, what an amazing group of busy individuals, who take time out of their day to attend ribbon cuttings, make personal visits, and create opportunities to network and learn from one another. In the book Love at Work: Why Passion Drives Performance, the author makes the following observation: Love is extending yourself to invest in another’s highest good. This is true of these fine individuals. It is true of the GSCC staff. It is true of you—our members who each do good for your community through commerce. Providing for our families is the emotional and entrepreneurial driver of our economy. Loving what you do is energizing and challenges us to reach our full potential. I can see a bright future for Stockton if we embrace the power of creating a culture of higher good with a foundation built on love of family, community, and our
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do with commerce . . . everything!
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FROM YOUR CEO BY: DOUG WILHOIT As your Chamber begins its 117th year of serving the entire community, we
good as hurt. Their duration is always short; the mind soon grows
applaud those businesses who provide so
through them and acquires a firmer habit than before. But their
much to the well-being of Stockton, San
particular advantage is, that they are the touchstone of sincerity
Joaquin County, and the region.
and hypocrisy, and bring things and men to light, which might
They cannot do this without your
DOUG WILHOIT
“Panic, in some cases, have their uses; they produce as much
otherwise have lain forever undiscovered.”
support and you can accomplish that by
“A bad cause will ever be supported by bad means and bad
SHOPPING LOCAL, so please make sure
men.” And; “A thing moderately good is not so good as it ought
you look to them before you look elsewhere. It is also understood that we are experiencing difficult and challenging times in America, California and our home, Stockton, but it is important we support and frequent those who work so hard
to be. Moderation in temper is always a virtue; but moderation in principle is always a vice.” President Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919): “Far better it is to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs, even though checkered by
to provide us products for our
failure, than to take rank with those
everyday lives.
poor souls who neither enjoy much
Everyone has a right to be worried, but also a responsibility to be part of all the solutions! Remember the old saying: “If you are not part of the solution then you are part of the problem!” Just think about that for a moment! I could go on and on with my own thoughts, but will save you that agony and will instead
"Far better it is to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs, even though checkered by failure, than to take rank with those poor souls who neither enjoy much nor suffer much, because they live in the grey twilight that knows not victory nor defeat.” - President Theodore Roosevelt
nor suffer much, because they live in the grey twilight that knows not victory nor defeat.” President Franklin D. Roosevelt (1882-1945): “The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today.” And finally, Henry Ford (1863-1947): “Coming together is a beginning; keeping together
invoke the words from the past.
is progress; working together
For as much as we move forward,
is success.”
challenges are always presented to us and those who came before us had some words of wisdom during their challenging times. Hopefully we will try to understand what was said and, if
Please take the time to think about these words spoken so many years ago and try to put them in context of today and where we want to go into
properly invoked, these words
the future of Stockton,
can make a difference.
California, and these
Thomas Paine (1737-1809)
United States of America!
once stated: “These are the
As a final note: Please
times that try men’s souls.
get out and enjoy all that
The summer soldier and
is so good in Stockton
sunshine patriot will, in
and San Joaquin County
this crisis, shrink from the
(www.visitstockton.org)
service of his country; but he that
and also help to improve
stand it now, deserves the love and thanks of man and woman.
our shortcomings so all of
Tyranny (my words–gangs and violence), like hell, is not easily
us now and into the future will prosper in a successful and safe community
conquered; yet we have this consolation with us, that the harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph. What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly; ‘tis dearness only that gives everything its value.”
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environment!
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PROGRAMS AND PUBLIC POLICY BY: FRANK FERRAL Improving the quality of our business and physical environment in the San Joaquin Valley is important to all of us who reside here. That is why the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce's Green Team San Joaquin invites you to attend the REXPO RAAP on Mar. 14. at Heritage Dining & Provisions at the Waterloo Gun & Bocce Club. Learn how businesses and jurisdictions can incorporate energy-efficient methods, recycling content manufacturing, water conservation and clean air values into everyday operations to reduce their cost of doing business and to meet State climate change policy. In addition, the event will showcase businesses and services that
The City of Stockton Economic Development Department is committed to creating employment opportunities by attracting new businesses, maintaining a healthy business environment for existing businesses, and assisting entrepreneurs in developing a successful business.
proactively promote environmentally sustainable business practices. REXPO RAAP is from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the Green Exhibits and Panel presentations are free and open to the public. Please be on the lookout for more information. Don't miss the REXPO RAAP Wed. Mar. 14@ Heritage Dining & Provisions at the Waterloo Gun & Bocce Club, 4343 N Ashley Ln., Stockton, CA 95215 RSVP Attendance to gogreen@stocktonchamber.org
Public Works
209 Furniture
Dorfman Pacific
ABC NorCal
Healthy Air Living
Sims Metal Management
American Recycling
PG&E
Solar Optimum, Inc.
CalSheets
Queirolo’s Heating &
Surtec
Union 152 City of Stockton Collins Electrical Co.
@
Air Conditioning, Inc.
The Facade Improvement Program assists property owners in making exterior, cosmetic improvements to commercial property. Funds are granted in the form of a loan, with a lien placed on the building, which is forgiven after five years if the property is kept free of graffiti and blight.
The Emergency Grant Program assists both business and property owners in financial need with alleviating code violations where the health and safety of employees and/or the public are endangered. Funds are provided in the form of a grant with no repayment expected.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
Carpenters Local
The Micro Loan Program is available to businesses located within Stockton city limits. Applicants must have a for-profit enterprise, show ability to repay debt and have history of meeting financial obligations. Business consulting is required and the business must create or retain at least one job.
The program reduces/eliminates the cost of building permits and associated public facility fees for buildings in Downtown which have been vacant for six months or longer.
Universal Service Recycling
San Joaquin Council of Governments San Joaquin County
Frank Ferral: fferral@stocktonchamber.org 209.292.8428
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THE IS BRIGHT An Economic Outlook For Our Region by Victor Randolph
J
ust a few years ago, our local economy would best be
“Today, as the 18th most financially stable large city in
described as bleak and dismal. If there was a light at the end
America, we’ve built anticipated recessions into our long-term
of the tunnel, it appeared to be dim and flickering. Stockton
fiscal forecasting. We’re simultaneously prepared to capture
was faced with very high unemployment, devastating home
continued growth opportunities and ready to withstand the next
foreclosures, and a daunting bankruptcy. Fast forward to 2018.
economic downturn.”
We have corrected our economic course by 180 degrees. So now
In light of this, we may ask: What does the next five years look
what’s on the horizon? Kurt Wilson, Stockton’s City Manager
like for the economy? Although we may not have a crystal ball,
sheds light on the subject.
we have a reliable source with Michael Ammann, President &
“Post-bankruptcy lessons reminded us of the cyclical nature
CEO for the San Joaquin Partnership.
of economic cycles,” said Wilson. “The city’s current focus on
Mega Change in the Center of Northern California Megaregion
jobs has fueled a more sustainable growth than the pre-recession
We’re living in a period of rapid change and, over the next five
housing focus that provided no insulation from market changes.
years, you will see significant advancements that will reshape the
Through a combination of careful planning and realistic
San Joaquin County and Stockton economy as we now know it.
forecasting, we’ve been able to capitalize on our many strengths.
Many people will fear or be uncomfortable with this change,
Stockton’s methodical recovery has been strong and steady with
mainly because they don’t understand how growth is driven by
record levels of economic growth including millions of square
technology change and where it is leading us. This results in a
feet of industrial space under construction.
very gloomy view of what their future holds.
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However, we have a good economic future and the economy
Meanwhile a major trend in E-commerce has attracted
is looking to get better in the next two years. Let’s take a quick
expansion from Amazon, UPS, and FedEx, making San Joaquin
look at historical data and these future trends that show the
County the new center for logistic fulfillment. Amazon is now
opportunity for all of us.
the largest private employer with approximately 6,500 associates.
Looking back at the low point of the economic recession, unemployment was estimated at 17 percent, but then improved
You can expect this number to increase as Whole Foods becomes a part of Amazon in the next couple of years.
to only 10 percent during 2015. Now unemployment is at a
Another new emerging trend is electric vehicles. Tesla is
10-year low of 6.2 percent. This trend for unemployment to
a prime example, which in the last three years has acquired
go lower will continue over the next five years even with our
multiple locations in Lathrop totaling over one million
growing labor force. Available labor is going to get tight and
square feet. Tesla employs an estimated 450 associates. These
wages are going to increase.
manufacturing facilities are part of a growing supply chain from
Employment also has risen from approximately 250,000 in 2007
the Fremont production plant to the massive Gigafactory in
to 300,000 in 2017, which means more take-home wages and
Sparks, Nevada. More suppliers are now looking and locating
salaries in our pockets. More people working is a positive trend
along this new supply corridor in San Joaquin County.
that reduces social welfare costs and increases consumption of goods and services.
All this means is that San Joaquin County has a better mix of agricultural crops, food and wine products, better transportation
Commuting is another growing employment and wage source
alternatives along with manufacturing capabilities located in the
for area residents. ACE Train ridership has grown from under one
center of a growing 14.5 million consumer Northern California
million riders annually five years ago to approximately 1.4 million
MegaRegion market.
commuters bringing back an estimated $4.5 billion in wages. This continued major trend for employers seeking higher skilled and educated talented workers is a growing part of San Joaquin’s vibrant economic recovery. The agriculture economy of Grow It, Make It, Ship It! San
Micah Runner, Stockton’s Director of Economic Development echoes this positive outlook for our local economy. “Stockton is experiencing a surge of economic development activity,” said Runner. “Examples of industrial development and private investment include NorCal Logistics Center, a 342-acre
Joaquin County USA is one of the most productive agricultural
master planned park and Amazon’s development of 600,000
regions in the country. Each year, San Joaquin’s three billion
square feet warehouse adding 1,000 new jobs.
dollars in crops provides for an economic supply chain driving,
“Downtown venues host several amateur and professional
food processing, specialty manufacturing, logistics and
sports teams with the Stockton Ports and Stockton Heat. It is
transportation services, farm and truck equipment sales, and
also home to a vibrant social scene including restaurants, bars,
services. Even with the drought from 2011 to 2015, agricultural
breweries, waterfront promenade and dozens of festivals. Along
production has increased to record levels, although it declined
with the recently-opened Channel Brewing, Cast Iron Trading
in 2016.
Co., Bella Vista, and The Deliberation Room all providing new
However, the value of agricultural crop production was still 50
dining and entertainment options downtown, there’s also new
percent above the level of a decade earlier. The Port of Stockton
retail development that includes Dutch Bros., Nation’s, Chick-
is a key component of this agricultural economy, which supplies
Fil-A, Firehouse Subs, and Ashley’s Furniture. Stockton is on the
fertilizer for production and transportation of farm commodities.
rise: Experience California’s next up and coming urban hub.”
The Port has seen record breaking ship port of calls and tenant expansion in the last three years. The Port of Stockton has invested
(Statistical data provided by Dr. Jeffrey Michael, Director of Center
in road and rail infrastructure improvements to meet this new
for Business and Policy Research at University of the Pacific)
market demand for port services.
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LEADERSHIP STOCKTON BY: TIMM QUINN Leadership Stockton: Local Government Session Leadership Level Sponsor: Financial Center Credit Union Special Thanks: City of Stockton, County of San Joaquin, Stockton Fire Department The Local Government session gave the class a unique perspective on the workings of the city council, as well as a taste of local politics. For the thirteenth year, the Leadership Stockton class participated in a full scale Mock City Council meeting as part of the Local Government session held at Stockton City Hall
The presentations were followed by a quick tour of the sixth
Council Chambers on Dec. 1.
floor of the County Admin building. It was a treat to see all the
The class elected fellow class members as their mayor and city
little nuisances of the building.
council at the September Leadership Retreat. The remainder of
The Stockton Fire Department finished off the day as the class
the class participated in one of three groups vying for the mock
traveled down to Fire Station 2 on Sonora Street. There the class
city council’s vote.
received a great presentation on the history of the Stockton Fire
The meeting came with a full agenda and proposals from the teams, the premise of the Public Hearing was to consider public
Department and a tour of the facilities and equipment. A big thank you to Karen Costa, Bret Hunter, Eliza Garza,
comments/testimony regarding the appropriation of funds from
Carol Smith, Geoffrey Aspiras, and Katherine Roland for
the STATE COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT GRANT (CEG).
their help in making the mock city council meeting run so
The CEG was a one time, nine million allocation from the State
smoothly. Thank you to Mimi Duzenski and Rachel DeBord
of California, which had to be used for a public good. The funds
for scheduling and coordinating the County portion of the
could be divided to fund more than one project. The class did a
day. And thank you to Elbert Holman, Laurie Montes, Monica
great job, what a fun exercise.
Nino, Kathy Miller, Rachel DeBord, J. Mark Myles, Ken Johnson
After the mock council meeting, Vice Mayor Elbert Holman spoke to the class about his life, his journey into local politics
and the Stockton Fire Staff for taking time out of their busy schedules to speak and share their knowledge with the class.
and some of the things he has worked on during his time on the Council. They then heard from Deputy City Manager Laurie Montes about her journey into public service and what the City Manager’s Office does. The class then walked to the County Administration Building
Leadership Stockton Accepting Applications for the 2018-2019 Class Leadership Stockton, California’s oldest adult community leadership program, is accepting applications for the Class of
and had a great lunch. During lunch the class was joined by
2018-19. Applications and class schedule can be found at
County Supervisor Kathy Miller, LS Class of 2000, who spoke
www.leadershipstockton.com or by calling 209.547.2770.
about her journey into local politics and some of the things
Tuition for the 11-month program is $1,000. Application
she is currently working on. Next they received a presentation
deadline is June 8.
from Monica Nino, County Administrator, on what a County
Leadership Stockton, a program founded in 1981 by the
Administrator does. Rachel DeBord, Chief Deputy Clerk of
Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce, prepares the next
the Board of Supervisors, then spoke to the class about County
generation of men and women who will assume leadership
government. Followed by County Counsel J. Mark Myles, LS
roles in the greater Stockton community. Established as the
Class of 2003, on what the County Counsel does.
first community leadership program in California, Leadership
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Stockton has graduated over 840 community members, many
Selection involves a written application and personal
who now serve on local boards, commissions, and in other
interview. The selection process will identify approximately 26
community leadership roles.
applicants to be chosen to attend the program, representing a
Leadership Stockton participants embark on a journey that puts them in touch with the greater Stockton community, as
cross-section of the greater Stockton community. For information or an application visit
well as each other, and develops their personal leadership skills.
www.leadershipstockton.com or call Timm Quinn at
Participants are also involved in addressing the needs of our
209.292.8423 or email tquinn@stocktonchamber.org.
community through hands-on service projects that focus on solutions to real community problems.
EVENTS BY: TIMM QUINN 2018 Golf Tournament, Sign Up Now! Don’t miss your chance to play in the 37th Annual Stockton Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament on Mon. Apr. 9 at
2018 GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSORS: as of 1/19/2018 FRED COUPLES SPONSORS:
HOLE IN ONE SPONSORS:
Chevron Corporation
Chase Chevrolet
Elkhorn Golf Club. The Golf Tournament always fills up fast so
F&M Bank
Gary J. Long Jewelers
sign up now and prepare yourself for a day of good times and
Oak Valley Community Bank
Roger Dunn Golf Shops
good friends! Call the Chamber to reserve your space today!
TEE SPONSORS:
SPECIAL THANKS TO:
BBSI Stockton
105.9 The Bull
DiBuduo & DeFendis
Captivating Photos
You can also join us as a tee sponsor,
Insurance Agency
a green sponsor,
Gary J. Long Jewelers
or a business
PDM Steel Service Centers, Inc.
package sponsor.
Port of Stockton
Business package sponsorship includes signage on a tee or green and registration for a foursome of
Premier Staffing United Way of San Joaquin County
Stockton Chamber Business Awards Nominations Needed! Nominations are now being accepted for our June 7 Business Awards Luncheon. We are seeking nominations in the categories of: •
Small Business Person of the Year
players. Major Level Sponsorships also available. Just want to sign
•
Business Employee of the Year
up and play, single registration is also available.
•
Business Manager of the Year
•
Business Person of the Year
•
P3 Stewardship Award
•
FRESH (Fitness Rejuvenates Employee Sustainability
Donating a prize to our post-tournament raffle is a great way to highlight your business. Many high profile business people participate in our tournament and donating a prize gets their attention! For more information about the Chamber’s 37th Annual Golf Tournament or to volunteer, call Timm Quinn at 209.292.8423 or email at tquinn@stocktonchamber.org.
& Health) Employer of the Year •
FRESH (Fitness Rejuvenates Employee Sustainability & Health) Employee of the Year
To learn the nomination criteria and download the nomination forms please visit stocktonchamber.org/business-awards or call 209.547.2770. Nomination deadline is 5 p.m., Apr. 11.
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Oak Valley Community Bank Announces Senior Vice President Promotions Oak Valley Community Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Oak Valley Bancorp (NASDAQ: OVLY), announced the
As Area Manager, she will continue to manage the Escalon Branch, as well as provide support to the business development and growth initiatives of the Manteca and Ripon Branches. For more information, call 1.866.844.7500 or visit www.ovcb.com.
promotions of Julie DeHart to Senior Vice President, Retail Banking Group Manager and Linda Spinelli to Senior Vice President, Central Operations Manager. DeHart and Spinelli have been with the bank since 2005, each
Art Night at the Haggin, Feb. 15, 2018 Sip some wine and have fun as you create art in guided activities throughout The Haggin Museum galleries on Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. Create
having at least 20 years of total banking experience. DeHart
your own works of art while surrounded by beautiful inspiration!
originally joined Oak Valley at a time when the bank was gearing
This event is geared towards adults, so call the babysitter and
up for expansion. She quickly established herself as an invaluable
enjoy an evening with friends at the Haggin. Cheers! For more
resource for peers and management alike, which led to numerous
information, call 209.940.6300 or visit www.hagginmuseum.org.
promotions over the years. Prior to this promotion, she had served the bank as Customer Service Manager (Oakdale), Branch Manager (Escalon), VP/Training & Development Manager, and VP/Retail Banking Group – Operations Manager.
Stockton Ports Announce 2018 Field Staff The Stockton Ports, in conjunction with the Oakland Athletics, announced that Rick Magnante will enter his fourth season as
Spinelli has managed the Central Operations Department
manager for the Ports. Joining him are pitching coach Bryan Corey,
since joining the bank. During that time, she transformed a
hitting coach Brian McArn, strength coach Matt Mosiman, athletic
three-person electronic banking and branch support team into a
trainer Shane Zdebiak, and clubhouse manager Vic Zapien.
full-service Customer Service Center supporting customer and branch needs across the bank’s network. For more information, call 1.866.844.7500 or visit www.ovcb.com.
Magnante will be entering his fourth season with the Ports and 22nd with the Athletics’ organization. In 2017, the Ports finished with a 71-69 overall record, winning the division in the second half and making an appearance in the postseason.
Oak Valley Community Bank Announce Area Manager Promotion Oak Valley Community Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary
The Stockton Ports’ Opening Night is scheduled for Apr. 5 vs. the Lake Elsinore Storm. Ports season tickets, group tickets, and mini-plans are currently available for purchase online at stocktonports.com or by
of Oak Valley Bancorp (NASDAQ: OVLY), announced the
contacting the Ports Front Office at 209.644.1900. Office hours are 9
promotion of Laura Weaver to Vice President, Area Manager.
a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Weaver joined Oak Valley in 2005 and has over 17 years of total banking experience. During her time with the bank, she has held several key branch management roles including Assistant Customer Service Manager (Modesto), Customer Service Manager (Oakdale), and Laura Weaver
most recently Branch Manager (Escalon).
Don’t Miss Basketball at the Stockton Arena The American Basketball Association (ABA) has a team in Stockton! Don’t miss your chance to root for Team Trouble at their home games at the Stockton Arena in February and March. Admission is free! For more information and to see the schedule please visit www.TeamTrouble.net, call 209.479.8668 or email info@teamtroublebasketball.
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VISIT STOCKTON BY: ROBYN F. CHESHIRE Get your tickets to Feast at the Fox Tickets are on sale now for the much-anticipated farm to table event happening on Main Street in Downtown Stockton on May 11. Feast at the Fox is an exclusive dining experience featuring a locally sourced five-course meal prepared by local chefs. Limited to 150 seats, this fundraiser is supported by and benefits the San Joaquin Delta College Culinary Arts Program. Visit Stockton, in partnership with the City of Stockton, is excited to bring this unique event to Stockton. An annual acknowledgement of 2-1-1’s role in connecting individuals to information and referrals on community programs, such as food pantries, housing, and community health clinics.
Celebrating our 3rd Anniversary in SJC! Your San Joaquin County 2-1-1 Service Provider is Family Resource and Referral Center, a member of 2-1-1 California, receiving an average of 1,000 calls per month. 509 W. Weber Ave., Suite 101, Stockton CA 95203 209-948-1553 www.frrcsj.org Facebook.com/frrcsj Facebook.com/211SJ
Get your tickets now and enjoy an unforgettable meal with friends at a single farm table, spanning 200 feet under the neon lights of the historic Bob Hope (Fox) Theatre. Info: FeastAtTheFox.com or 209.938.1555.
Visit Stockton Resources As the official destination marketing organization for Stockton, CA, Visit Stockton creates materials to engage and educate visitors and locals on everything our wonderful city has to offer. If you are looking for information for colleagues, family, and/or friends during your next event,
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look no further. Visitor guides, San Joaquin County Farm Guides, Stockton maps, and more can be found at our office: 125 Bridge Pl., 2nd Floor (in Downtown Stockton). Stop by or text us at 877.778.6258. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Texting hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week. You can also go online to our mobile-friendly website for 24-hour access to even more resources: VisitStockton.org
26 Years of Economic Excellence
Amgen Tour of California Be a part of the Amgen Tour of California as it cycles through Stockton on May 17. Volunteers are needed in a variety of roles, so grab a few friends and make it happen. Go online to AmgenTOCstockton.com for more information on the race and to register as a volunteer.
Become a Stockton Ambassador SAN JO AQUIN P ARTNERSHIP
Locating 420+ new/expanded projects creating more than 75,000 jobs
San Joaquin Partnership A private non-profit economic development corporation serving San Joaquin County
Would you like to take behind-the-scenes tours and attend exclusive events at major attractions and restaurants in Stockton? Do you want to be in the loop on new and exciting things happening in our city? Become a Stockton Ambassador. Next session: Apr. 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Learn more at StocktonAmbassadors.com.
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RIBBON CUTTINGS
NEW MEMBERS
Attending Board of Directors:
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Bob Young, World Financial Group – Transamerica
PL Anderson LLC
Attending Ambassadors: Katherine Edens, University of the Pacific;
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Carol Clemons, Angel’s Caring Helpers; Cathy Douma, Minuteman Press of Stockton; Victor Randolph, Never Boring; Michelle Burgad, Sandler Partners; David Kamins, Mid Valley IT; Chris Grant, 105.9 the Bull
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CALENDAR FEBRUARY 2018
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New Member Orientation 11 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room February Networking Mixer 5:15 – 7:15 p.m. @ Lord’s Gym City Center 848 E. Hammer Ln., Stockton
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GRC Meeting 7:30 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room
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Leadership Stockton Community Serving Community Session 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. @ Various Local Nonprofits
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Liaison Committee Meeting 8 – 8:45 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room
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Ambassador Meeting 8:45 – 9:30 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room
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Executive Committee Meeting 7 a.m. @ Stockton Golf & Country Club Chamber Closed Presidents’ Day Lunch & Learn 11:30 a.m. Speaker: Matt Martinez, Heartland Payment Systems @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room RSVP to lorice@stocktonchamber.org Chamber Board Meeting 4 p.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room
NETWORK 4 SUCCESS Meets every Thursday, 12 – 1 p.m. Contact the Chamber for location joe@stocktonchamber.org
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