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Vol. 58 No. 3
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Incoming Chamber President Looks Toward a Brighter Future
CONTENTS From Your President
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From Your CEO
5
Events
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Leadership Stockton
7
Convention & Visitors Bureau 8 Programs and Public Policy Department
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New Members
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Cover Story
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Ribbon Cuttings
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News Briefs
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Calendar
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48th Annual Industrial Technology Barbecue
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“Bring It Home” Program Launched by Stockton CVB
Don’t Miss! Networking Mixer
St. Teresa Comprehensive Cancer Center 4722 Quail Lakes Drive, #B, Stockton July 12, 5:15-7:15 p.m.
The Stockton Chamber is the most business proactive Chamber in the State. The programs offered; from education, leadership and social functions; can only benefit membership.
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PORT CALL Official publication of the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce. Serving the Greater Stockton area business community since 1901. CHAMBER OFFICERS PRESIDENT Gary J. Long, Gary J. Long Jewelers SR. VICE PRESIDENT Steven Crabtree, Herum Crabtree FINANCIAL VICE PRESIDENT Blain Bibb, ServiceMaster Building Maintenance VICE PRESIDENT Judith Buethe, Judith Buethe Communications VICE PRESIDENT Dan Durst, Durst Contract Interiors IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Debbie Armstrong, Old Republic Title Co. CHAMBER DIRECTORS Michael Cera, SMG/Stockton Arena/Bob Hope Theatre Donna DeMartino, San Joaquin Regional Transit District Patricia V. DeSoto, Patricia V. DeSoto, CPA Pat Filippone, Stockton Ports Baseball Club Lewis Gale, Eberhardt School of Business Clint Harless, Stockton Auto Glass/Quick’s Glass Service Mikey Kamienski, Charterhouse Center for Families Dan Keyser, Grupe Commercial Company Darryle Oakman, San Joaquin County Rental Property Association Bakul Patel, Dorfman Pacific Justin Redman, Central Valley Community Bank Tina Williams, Pacific Gas & Electric Company Diane Vigil, Dameron Hospital Foundation Bob Young, Stockton Golf & Country Club CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Douglass W. Wilhoit, Jr.
209.547.2766
PROGRAM & PUBLIC POLICY DIRECTOR/ BEA Frank Ferral 209.547.2763
and the Pacific Athletic Foundation
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5:30 p.m...........................................................Doors Open 5:30 p.m......Cocktails, Hors d’oeuvres & Silent Auction 7:30 p.m.........................................Dinner & Live Auction 9:00 p.m.....................................Dancing with Live Music
RESERVATIONS: PAF Member - $75 ‡ Table of 10 - $675 Non-Member - $95 ‡ Table of 10 - $855
SPECIAL EVENTS DIRECTOR Heidi Altamirano
209.547.2764
STAFF ACCOUNTANT Lia Her
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MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR Brittney Doty
209.547.2770
SPECIAL EVENTS/ LEADERSHIP STOCKTON COORD. Timm Quinn 209.547.2960 SCAP COORDINATOR/ ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Mikki Gilbert 209.337.2730 SCAP-SE COORDINATOR Michael Morales
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BEA/ SCAP ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Dylan Bacon 209.547.2770 RECEPTIONIST/ CUSTOMER SERVICE Mai Vang 209.547.2770 PUBLISHER Stockton Chamber of Commerce 209.547.2770 GRAPHIC DESIGN Never Boring Design Associates 209.526.9136 ADVERTISING Kristin Bowker
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PRINTING Snyder Parks
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From Your President... by: Gary J. Long
Since this is my first Port O
As we all know, our city is struggling right now, but at least we are
Call article as your 2012-2013
confronting the issue, unlike some other California cities that are
Chamber President, I want to
still not “seeing the forest for the trees.”
share that it is a great honor to
The City of Stockton has a proud history. They are dealing with a
hold this office in the historic,
problem today, but will come out even stronger when all is said
productive, important, efficient,
and done.
respected and groundbreaking
The city’s elected leaders cannot do it alone. All of us must help
Greater Stockton Chamber
by not allowing politics and emotion to get in the way of common
of Commerce.
sense, community pride and dedication to solid business principles.
At our Annual Installation/
As a long time retailer here in Stockton I know that one very
Meeting held on Thursday June 21
important way you can help day in and day out is to shop local for
at the Stockton Golf & Country
all your needs. I know that almost 100% of what you want and/or
Club, we said a wholehearted
need can be purchased right here in Stockton. Close to 70 cents of
thank you to our immediate Past President, Debbie Armstrong, her
every dollar stays right here and that will go a long way to help in a
Executive committee and Board Members for a job well done. We
big way to assist in overcoming the gloomy days now so the sun will
also thanked our retiring Board Members for their service.
shine brighter than ever before on Stockton.
I was also able to introduce our staff and thank them for all the hard work they do on your behalf each and every day!
I look forward to seeing many of you at all the wonderful Chamber and community events this coming year.
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From Your CEO... by: Doug Wilhoit
if you look for it.” Thank you Mr. Bahr for your dedication to your neighborhood and community. As you know, over the years I have written about Stockton and all the good things and been characterized as having a big set of “rose colored glasses!” Well Mr. Bahr, I do not think, will be accused of that and he has a true feeling of what this community is all about. Unlike those who say I am just doing the “Chamber thing” when I say get out and get to know and enjoy all Stockton has to offer, this message comes from the heart and from someone who has seen and worked amongst the great, the good, the bad and the ugly and still has a great love and hope for Stockton, its environs and its great people. Thank you Mr. Bahr for seeing a problem and being part of the solution by not sitting back. Many people can learn from you and will follow your example. We are now in the month in which we celebrate these United
On June 21, the Chamber changed leadership at our Annual
States of America with vigor on the Fourth of July! Is it not a shame
Installation/Annual Membership Meeting at the Stockton Golf &
we do not celebrate, give thanks to God and be good/responsible
Country Club. I have been honored to have worked for so many
citizens 365 days a year all of our lives?
wonderful past Presidents, most recently with Debbie Armstrong,
The Record Editorial Board was wise not to waste too much ink
and board members. My personal thanks to each and every one
on the embarrassment that was the turn out, or lack thereof, for
of them. Debbie is stuck with me for one more year as she serves
the Primary Election on June 5. I too will not waste much time or
on the Executive Committee as Immediate Past President. Debbie,
effort except to thank those who voted and say shame on those
congratulations on a job well done.
who did not! In 1954, a wise man, Robert Maynard Hutchins,
Your new President, Gary J. Long (owner of Gary J. Long Jewelers
stated: “The death of democracy is not likely to be an assassination
in Lincoln Center) has taken over the reins. I have worked with
from ambush. It will be a slow extinction from apathy, indifference
him over the past several years while he moved from the Board of
and undernourishment.” You will be given another chance this
Directors to the Executive Committee and has now taken on the role
November, so do not make the same lazy mistake so many did on
of your President. I can testify to all that Gary loves Stockton and the
June 5, 2012! If you choose not to vote then do not complain!
Chamber and will be a very fine leader as we get through some very
All of the residents of Stockton should be like Mr. Greg Bahr,
difficult times over the next year. With his leadership, the support of
President of the University Neighborhood Renaissance Committee,
the Chamber Board, the Chamber staff and all of you, we shall again
who was highlighted in the Sunday, June 10 Record by Record Staff
move Stockton forward to being what we all want it to be now and
Writer, Jagdip Dhillon! One of the questions was: “How would you
into the future.
sell Stockton to someone?” Mr. Bahr’s answer: “Stockton has always
Finally, on the subject of Stockton rising like a phoenix from the
been a unique city and has great people, and that is one of our great
ashes, let me give you what I think is a good analogy of what can be
resources. There’s always a self-esteem issue here and the financial
done if we all work together as a community.
issues aren’t helping. There’s a little bit of everything here. The diversity and the culture make sure something interesting is going on 5
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On Sunday, June 10, we attended the 5 p.m. LifeTeen mass (a mass successfully designed to bring young people
continued on page 10
Events
by: Heidi Altamarino Ag Hall of Fame Requests Nominations
revenue and employment base is a testimonial to the emphasis we
The San Joaquin County Agricultural Hall of Fame is requesting
place on encouraging a healthy business economy.
nominations for outstanding agricultural leaders and mentors in our
Various Industrial Technology Barbecue sponsorship levels
community. Now in its 28th year, the Agricultural Hall of Fame honors
are available, and if you take action now, you’ll receive maximum
those individuals who have contributed to agriculture and to their
marketing exposure in upcoming promotions. Act now and help us
community in significant ways. Each year, awards are given to at least
honor these great companies!
three living recipients, as well as posthumous ones. All those previously recognized in the Agricultural Hall of Fame have their photographs and biographies on display at the San Joaquin Historical Society & Museum in Micke Grove Park and in the lobby of the new Robert J. Cabral Ag Center. Nomination forms are available from the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce, and need to be submitted by August 17 in order to be considered. For more information, please call Timm Quinn at 209.547.2960 or visit the Stockton Chamber of Commerce website at www.stocktonchamber.org and click on the Ag Hall of Fame link in the events section.
For more information, please contact Timm Quinn at 2029.547.2960 or tquinn@stocktonchamber.org.
Sign Up Now for the Most Bang for Your Buck! Taking Care of Business Program 2012-2013 The Taking Care of Business Program offers our member businesses a wealth of marketing and sponsorship opportunities for the upcoming year. This popular program was created to give Chamber members an excellent way to receive exposure throughout the year at a dramatic discount off normal pricing. Taking Care of Business Sponsors Help Fund Key Chamber Programs
48th Annual Industrial Technology Barbecue One of our most popular events of the year is the Industrial
Taking Care of Business also ties closely to the Chamber’s work in business retention and development activities, and helps fund
Technology Barbecue, a festive fall get together honoring new
committees and programs designed to keep Greater Stockton
and expanding businesses in our county. Mark your calendars for
businesses healthy and growing. Committees supported include the
Wednesday, September 12, at 5:00 p.m.
Manufacturers Industrial Distribution Roundtable and other business
We’re proud to have the distinguished and continuing support of our founding sponsors Pacific Gas & Electric Company, SJC
development programs. Sponsors receive recognition at such events as the Industrial
Economic Development Association and San Joaquin Partnership.
Technology Barbecue, State of the City, Annual Golf Tournament,
Their dedication to honoring those companies that enhance our
Chamber Tradeshow & Showcase Mixer and Chamber Business
Sponsorship Levels $1100 Gold Sponsor
Awards. Popular Awards programs such as the ATHENA Awards are also included, as well as the Annual Installation Dinner.
Exclusive sponsorship. Sponsorship includes eight dinner tickets, two pre-event Honoree Reception tickets, recognition in all pre-event publicity and mailings (with name/logo of company), ad in the dinner program, recognition from podium during event, company signage at table.
events line up. The Chamber allows its members to wisely choose a
$800 Sliver Sponsor
yearlong program that meets their marketing, consumer exposure and
Sponsorship includes four dinner tickets, recognition in all pre-event publicity and mailings (with name of company), recognition from podium during event, company signage at table.
$600 Sliver Sponsor Sponsorship includes two dinner tickets, recognition in all pre-event publicity and mailings (with name of company), listing of company in the program night of the event, recognition from podium during the event.
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Advantages Available to Taking Care of Business Supporters Sponsoring companies typically select several options from the
community involvement goals. Package prices enable sponsors to select from several marketing and promotional opportunities at a significant savings. For more information on stretching your marketing dollars through Taking Care of Business, contact Heidi Altamirano, Events Director, at 209.547.2764 or heidi@stocktonchamber.org. www.stocktonchamber.org
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Become a Certified Green Business! Leadership Stockton Save money & gain customers by:
by: Timm Quinn
Reducing waste Conserving water and energy Protecting public health Using recycled-content in your products
Day at the Capitol Session
some of the great scenery and monuments at the Capitol and
Leadership Level Sponsor: Financial Center Credit Union
observed some of the CalTrans ceremony for workers killed on duty.
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The class then joined Assemblymember Bill Berryhill in his office. Assemblymember Berryhill went over some of the things he has accomplished and the issues he is very passionate about. He was very forthcoming with the class and answered all of their hard questions. You will be pleased to know that Assemblymember Berryhill is very busy at the moment working on a lot of great legislation to help our community.
kick-off the day, the class sat
After the talk from the Assemblymember, the class sat in on the
in on the Governance and We also accept universal and electronic waste. Finance Committee chaired
Agriculture Committee meeting before it was time to head back to
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After that, it was off for a guided tour of the Capitol. From
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Stockton. It turned out to be a great day for Leadership Stockton, and the future community leaders of our region. I would like to thank the following for their contribution to the success of this session: Assemblymember Bill Berryhill and
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Convention & Visitors Bureau by: Wes Rhea
“Bring It Home” Program Launched by
You can be the connection to a group that hasn’t been
Stockton CVB The Stockton Convention & Visitors Bureau invites community residents to utilize their connections to help us bring more
to Stockton before. Just about everyone belongs to an
meetings and conferences to Stockton. Do you belong to a regional, state or national group
organization, church
or association? Have you ever considered bringing that
or club. You may have
organization’s monthly, quarterly or annual meeting to Stockton?
just returned from an
Well now the Stockton Convention & Visitors Bureau is offering
exciting convention or
you cash to do just that!
event. Imagine that group
Generating meeting contacts will increase hotel occupancy,
meeting in Stockton. If
generate more spending in local businesses and help to create a
you get involved and share
strong economic impact for Stockton. That would mean more
the contact information with us, we will work together to “Bring
guests sleeping in hotels, more conventions convening in our
It Home!”
impressive meeting venues, more people enjoying our area attractions and more visitors shopping and dining in our city.
“Bring It Home” is a partnership between the Stockton Convention & Visitors Bureau and YOU. As you know, Stockton has so much to offer visiting groups; whether they are attending
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our city and “Bring It Home!” How do you participate? Share your contacts with us! If your contact produces a signed contract with the Stockton Convention and Visitors Bureau and Stockton hotel room nights, you will be awarded a cash reward! 50-99 Room Nights..................$50
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Programs and Public Policy Department by: Frank Ferral Long Time Chamber Members Team Up
Energy Retrofit Loan is a good example of the creativity of two
The Bank of Stockton and The Grupe Company have jointly
local companies, working to develop an all-new program, attuned
introduced an all-new low-cost loan program created to finance
to people’s concerns about the rising cost of energy. The program
energy improvements to existing homes in the area. The program
helps homeowners get the kind of professional upgrades they need
features 100%, 15-year unsecured financing with an interest rate of
to save energy dollars. In addition, the program allows homeowners
5% for the first seven years and 6% for years 8-15. This financing
to take advantage of huge rebates, ranging from $1,500 - $4,000, and
program will allow homeowners to get complete energy retrofits
incentives, all of which will modernize homes in the area.”
and finance them over the fifteen-year period. The goal? To make the City of Stockton’s goal of 8,000 energy-upgraded homes a reality. Called an Energy Retrofit Loan, it helps finance such
Says Fritz Grupe, chairman of The Grupe Company, “With energy prices on the rise and our summer season coming on, it is our hope that homeowners all over the region can take advantage of
improvements as: insulation, windows, new heating and air
this fantastic program. Interest rates are historically low and rebates
conditioning systems, solar power and more. By retrofitting
are historically high. That makes this a perfect time to make your
their homes to reduce energy, homeowners will enjoy a greater
home more comfortable, and put some extra money in your pocket
measure of comfort year round. By reducing energy consumption,
every time you pay your energy bill.”
homeowners will receive a much-reduced energy bill. Doug Eberhart, president of The Bank of Stockton, explains, “The
CEO
For more information, please contact Mark Fischer, CEO, Green Home Solutions at mfischer@grupe.com.
Cont’d from pg. 5
to worship and learn) at our Catholic Presentation Parish. The mass
Monsignor told the Presentation Community that they did not sit
included a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the founding of
back and feel sorry for themselves, but after the shock and grief
the Stockton Diocese (the Record did a great story on this happy
had passed they came together as one to rebuild. As I sat there and
anniversary featuring a man I admire greatly, Bishop Stephen Blaire)
listened to the Monsignor and the gospel readings, I looked around
and Monsignor Harmon Skillin presided.
the church and saw the great diversity of our parish that is symbolic
During his homily (sermon), he congratulated the Presentation
of our great community.
Community, where I was honored to serve as an altar server back
Let us, citizens of Stockton, be like the Presentation Community
in the 1950’s, for not allowing the fiery destruction of the original
and so many others who have faced hard times and come together as
church to dampen their spirits and came together as one to rebuild
one to rebuild and again bask in the sunshine over the historic City
the new church and expand both the school and youth center.
of Stockton.
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For more info, contact Frank Ferral at fferral@stocktonchamber.org
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New Members
For more information on becoming a new member, please call Brittney Doty at 209.547.2770. Please allow up to 90 days for your listing to show.
Automobile Repair & Service
Energy Efficiency
Restaurants
AAMCO
Greener Solutions
Royal Siam
2589 E. Waterloo Road Stockton
2331 Stagecoach Road Stockton www.mygreenesolution.com
6124 Pacific Avenue Stockton
Dentists Bright Now! Dental
Massage Envy SPA
6323 Pacific Avenue Stockton
www.smilebrands.com
Information Technology / Computer Hardware/Software Supplies & Consultants Cantrell Networks, Inc. 714 W. Lockeford Street Lodi
Massage Therapy / Spa/Salon 5757 Pacific Avenue #155 Stockton
Real Estate Commercial Loans / Real Estate Loans Success Capital
www.massageenvy.com
Chiropractors
1420 F Street Modesto
Farmers’ Market & Baked Goods
Premier Chiropractic 5380 West Lane, #A Stockton
www.cantrellnetworks.com
www.successcapitalsba.com
Vintage Certified Farmers’ Market www.Painfreedr.com
2717 Sebastan Lane P.O. Box 8280 Stockton
www.vintagecfm.com
Business Awards Luncheon
June 7, Hilton Stockton
June 7, Hilton Stockton
Photography by: Ulmer Photo
Small Business Tradeshow Mixer
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Gary J. Long Incoming Chamber President Looks Toward a Brighter Future By Justin Souza
Each June, the Board President of the
he remains confident in the solvency of
Long mentioned the prison hospital
Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce
the relationship between the Chamber and
project as an example of how the Chamber
passes the torch to a new leader who will
Stockton. “The Chamber has always been
has helped make a positive difference for
help steer the organization for the coming
a strong supporter of the City of Stockton,”
the city in recent years. During recent
year. New Chamber Presidents bring
asserted Long. “We have to take care of
negotiations, the Chamber put up its own
fresh goals with them into their term,
what we’ve got now, fix it and move on to
money to ensure the hospital was staffed
but the Chamber’s essential goals remain
making the city better than ever.”
through primarily local hires. During the
unchanged: to promote business interests
Long added that one of the phrases he
construction phase, which is currently in
used in his inaugural speech reflects his
progress, the hospital is employing over
approach to the economic woes: “They
1,700 construction workers, more than
of Commerce Board President Debbie
say if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Well, we
50% of which are local hires. When the
Armstrong passed the torch to incoming
are broke but we’re not broken, and we
facility opens in 2013, it will add another
President Gary J. Long. Long, who has
working in concert with the elected City
operated Gary J. Long Jewelers in Lincoln
leaders and their staff, we will fix this.
Center for nearly 30 years, has been a
We’re in uncharted waters, but Stockton is
member of the Chamber for over 25 years,
going to keep thriving.”
this, the
and this stint as President caps off years of
One-Year Term
Chamber is
in the Greater Stockton area. On June 21, Greater Stockton Chamber
leadership roles within the organization.
Their single-year appointment means
“I’m just a small retailer, but being part
that Chamber Presidents must remain
of the Chamber is a thrill and an honor,”
proactive figures who work nonstop to
said Long. “The chamber is a very social
move the Chamber forward. As Long
network of business people. It’s a place
takes on the mantle of President,
where you meet, greet, do business and
he is eyeing numerous ongoing
learn to improve your business. I’ve
Chamber projects that
learned so much from my activity and am
will ultimately add up to
always encouraging other members to be
some major benefits for
more active.”
local businesses and the
As incoming President of the Chamber,
community. “The whole
Long faces a fragile local economy and a
organization is very proactive
city teetering on the verge of bankruptcy.
and assertive. We don’t wait
Speaking by phone from his renowned
for things to happen, we try to
jewelry store in Stockton, Long said that
make them happen.”
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2,000 permanent jobs to the area. In addition to
supporting the new Energy Retrofit Loan
the Chamber, Long stays busy serving
Brookside Golf and Country Club and
Program (for all the details, read the
the Stockton community. As Past
I’m very, very active out there. I’ve been
full report on page 10), which helps to
President and current Treasurer of the
playing for 50 years and still never had a
bridge connections between membership
Stockton Sunrise Rotary club, Long has
hole in one.”
and governmental leaders and is even
pitched in to help make a difference
encouraging green practices through the
in the community for many years.
President, Long says that he will continue
Green Team San Joaquin program—an
“Everything we do with the Rotary stays
to focus on long-running Chamber
environmental responsibility effort that
in our community.” In addition to his
priorities including the shop local
cities around the nation have mirrored.
Rotary commitments, Long has
back from the Chamber. History in Stockton Long has nearly 30 years of history in Stockton. After living in Sacramento from childhood through high school and college, and beginning his career with a jewelry chain there, Long decided
initiative. “One of my main points this year is trying to keep money and sales tax
According to Long, these initiatives are just some of what membership gets
During his tenure as Chamber
We’re working hard to get business thriving in Stockton again. We want to make Stockton better than ever.
dollars in town. We have great merchants here, we have great businesses here. I can’t think of anything you would like to purchase that you’d have to go outside San Joaquin County to buy.” Long added that 67 cents of every tax dollar from local purchases stays in Stockton. That means funds for the fire department, for the police department and for a long list of
to purchase a jewelry store for sale in
other essential city services.
Stockton. That store became Gary J. Long
served as President of the
Jewelers, a cornerstone of Lincoln Center
California Jeweler’s Association, was
and a well-respected shop in the jewelry
named the Chamber’s 2007 Business
growth, connecting membership
industry for 29 years. “I was only 29 when
Person of the Year, served on the Better
to area leaders or deepening ties to
I bought the store, so I’ve been living in
Business Bureau board and is active with
the community, the Chamber works
Stockton for half my life,” said Long. “I
the American Cancer Society. “Plus, I
continually to bolster, boost and benefit
have made so many great friends here,
sponsor a one-carat diamond for a Hole-
Stockton. “We’re working hard to get
many of them through my time at the
in-One for almost every single charity
business thriving in Stockton again. We
Chamber. I raised my three kids here and
golf tournament in town!” added Long.
want to make Stockton better than ever.”
two of them still live in Stockton. Buying
When he’s not out helping the community
And together, President Gary J. Long
that jewelry shop is the best thing I
or behind the counter of his store, you
and the Greater Stockton Chamber of
ever did.”
can find Long on the links. “I absolutely
Commerce are motivated to make that
love golf. I’m a charter member of the
improved Stockton a reality.
In addition to his tireless work with
From encouraging infrastructure
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The San Joaquin County Fair is Seeking Nominations for its
Haggin Museum. From July 5 to September 2 more than 100 new
Annual Blue Ribbon Award. This award
works by longstanding local artists and newcomers from across
recognizes and honors individuals
the country will be on display and for sale. Entries include oil
or organizations who have provided
paintings, watercolors, pastels, sculpture and mixed media. Call
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Green Team San Joaquin – 9:00 a.m. @ Chamber Conference Room
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Manufacturers Industrial Distribution Roundtable 7:30 a.m. @ TBA
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Networking Mixer – 5:15-7:15 p.m. @ St. Teresa Comprehensive Cancer Center
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Government Relations Council – 7:30 a.m. @ Chamber Conference Room
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Executive Committee Meeting – 7:00 a.m. @Stockton Golf & Country Club
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Business Education Alliance – 3:00 p.m. @ Chamber Conference Room
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