GREATER STOCKTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
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AWARDS Photo By Kevin Richtik of Caroline Photography
Vol.66 No.2
JUNE 2019
2019 BUSINESS AWARDS
CONTENTS From Your President From Your CEO
DON’T MISS! 5
BUSINESS AWARDS LUNCHEON
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11:30 a.m. @ Hilton Stockton
News Briefs 8 Cover Story 10 Leadership Stockton
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Events 13 Good News from the San Joaquin Partnership
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Programs and Public Policy
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Visit Stockton
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Ribbon Cuttings 17 New Members
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2323 Grand Canal Blvd., Stockton, CA 95207
TRADESHOW MIXER 5 - 7 p.m. @ Hilton Stockton 2323 Grand Canal Blvd., Stockton, CA 95207 Theme is “Fun in the Sun”
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NETWORK 4 SUCCESS
Meets every Thursday, 12 – 1 p.m. Contact the Chamber for location tquinn@stocktonchamber.org No N4S on June 6
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Calendar 18 May Mixer Photos
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ON THE COVER: 2019 Business Awards Winners Top Row (Left to Right): Roy Nightengale, 105-9 the Bull, Marianne Prieto, Children's Museum of Stockton, Michael Midgley, Midgley's Public House, Laci Midgley, Midgley's Public House Bottom Row (Left to Right): Gene Gini, Collins Electrical Co., Inc., Heather Green, Lord's Gym City Center, Alice DeBerry, Haggerty Construction, Inc., Bobby Page Sr., Village Barber Shop, Susan Cruz, Smile Business Products Not Pictured: Bruce Adams, Stockton Chorale
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FROM YOUR 2018 -19 PRESIDENT BY: DEITRA R. KENOLY Official publication of the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce. Serving the Greater Stockton area business community since 1901.
I cannot believe that it is the end of my term as President of
CHAMBER OFFICERS PRESIDENT Deitra R. Kenoly, The Record/San Joaquin Media Group SR. VICE PRESIDENT Doug Dinjian, DiBuduo & DeFendis Insurance Agency, Inc.
the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce. Later this month I will be passing the baton to Doug Dinjian, who I know will be a great President. I’m looking forward to serving my final
FINANCIAL VICE PRESIDENT Chris Kay, ACE Rail
year with him. I’d also like to extend a farewell to Diane Vigil,
VICE PRESIDENT Kay G. Ruhstaller, Family Resource & Referral Center
our Immediate Past President. Diane has completed her duties on the Chamber Executive Board. She has been a strong asset
VICE PRESIDENT Justin Redman, F&M Bank IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Diane Vigil, Dameron Hospital Foundation
to our team and a good friend that I will miss dearly. We wish her great success and
CHAMBER DIRECTORS Bob Berger, Cumulus Radio Jamie Bossuat, Kroloff Belcher Smart Perry & Christopherson F.J. “Joe” Dietrich IV, F.J. Dietrich & Co. Pat Filippone, Stockton Ports Melissa Flores, Collins Electrical Company, Inc. Scott Grafius, Steele Insurance Agency David Kamins, Mid Valley IT Loretta Lee, Junior League of San Joaquin County Jarrod McAnally, Big Valley Ford Lincoln Dr. Robert Melrose, Brookside Optometric Group David Meier, Pacific Gas & Electric Company Daniel Natividad, Port City Marketing Solutions, Inc. Laura Ochoa-Sanchez, San Joaquin Delta College Brian Petrovek, Stockton Heat CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Douglass W. Wilhoit, Jr.
DEITRA R. KENOLY
209.292.8432
hope to see her back in the near future! The 2018-2019 year has been amazing and I feel honored to have been able to serve as your President. The work of the Chamber continues to focus on membership growth and awareness of how the Greater Stockton Chamber benefits your company. The beauty of being the president of such a well-run organization is that there is an entire staff, led by Doug Wilhoit, that do outstanding work on behalf of our business community. They work hard on ensuring our initiatives are carried out and make it easy for us to complete our term as President and transition in and out without
PROGRAM & PUBLIC POLICY DIRECTOR Frank Ferral 209.292.8428
missing a single beat! Kudos to all of them.
SPECIAL EVENTS DIRECTOR LEADERSHIP STOCKTON DIRECTOR Timm Quinn 209.292.8423
May was another good month for the chamber. We hosted the 21st Annual State of
OFFICE MANAGER Lia Her 209.292.8421 SCAP ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR Christy Hang 209.292.8433 SCAP EMPLOYMENT SPECIALISTS Lorice Harrison 209.292.8427 Jeffrey Natividad 209.292.8425 Chris Rivera 209.292.8440 Mandee Trackwell 209.292.8435 SCAP ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Mina Gomar 209.292.8429 BEA COORDINATOR Dennis Thao 209.292.8436
the City on May 23, 2019. Special thanks to the Port of Stockton for providing the facility, Papapavlo’s for the wonderful meal, and to our many sponsors for making this year a great one. Our Mayor, Michael Tubbs, spoke on some of the successes the city has experienced and what we should expect in the near future. What a great future we have. Yes we have issues, what city doesn’t? But the thing that makes Stockton that much more special are the people of the community that care so deeply and are willing to get involved to make a difference. We are definitely a city on the move! Special thanks to the Law Offices of Neumiller and Beardslee, for hosting the
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT EVENTS Danielle Zoller 209.292.8422
Chamber mixer last month, providing a fun networking environment.
OFFICE COORDINATOR Karina Meza 209.547.2770
This month, June 6, 2019 at the Hilton Stockton, the Chamber is hosting the 34th
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Annual Business Awards Luncheon, followed by a business trade show mixer. This
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is always a great event where we recognize businesses and people in our community that have done great work. People who understand what it takes to go from good to
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Also, don’t forget in June we celebrate dad, or as my daughter calls her dad, “the commanding officer” (CO). For some odd reason, we make a bigger deal out of Mother’s Day, but dads are a very important part of our lives. As someone once said, “A father is neither an anchor to hold us back nor a sail to take us there, but a guiding
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light whose love shows us the way.” Happy Father’s Day to all of you amazing dads!
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FROM YOUR CEO BY: DOUG WILHOIT Each June, your Greater Stockton Chamber “Also, each year, The Record has its Best of San Joaquin Section
DOUG WILHOIT
of Commerce celebrates local businesses,
honoring local businesses. There are winners from so many
employees, and our volunteers who bring
categories and it is a great acknowledgement of the importance of
so much to our wonderful community
local businesses. It truly represents the plethora of wonderful local
at our Business Awards Luncheon. Our
businesses and people we are so lucky to have both in Stockton and
Board of Directors, members, and staff
San Joaquin County who truly represent the totality of the local
congratulate all of the winners and thank
business community.”
them for their hard work, dedication, and community pride. We
“There are so many points your Chamber could make of the value
also want to thank the Hilton Stockton for hosting another year
of supporting local businesses of all sizes, but here are the top
of the Business Awards Luncheon and the June Tradeshow Mixer.
three: Firstly, local businesses are the largest employers nationally
Both events are a great example of the community coming together
and in our community, providing the most jobs to you and your
to celebrate all that we have here in Stockton and San Joaquin
fellow residents. Secondly, local businesses are owned by people
County. By that I mean SHOPPING LOCAL.
who live in this great community and are less likely to leave and are
Many of you may read each November at Thanksgiving time The
more invested in the community’s future. Thirdly, a growing body
Record insert kicking off the “Christmas/Holiday Shopping Season
of economic research shows that in an increasingly homogenized
Black Friday Section” that demonstrates the power and importance
world, entrepreneurs (many in our community today) and skilled
of “Shopping Local.” That brings me to the point that shopping local
workers are more likely to invest and settle in communities that
should not only be during the Holiday Season, but all year long.
preserve their one-of-a-kind businesses and distinctive character.”
For several years now, your Chamber has been honored to be asked “We at your Chamber can’t fathom going out of town or to the to participate in the aforementioned Black Friday Section and I
impersonal internet when close to 100 percent of what you may
thought I would “cut and paste” from a few of the past articles we
desire can be found right here at ‘home,’ carried by local stores
did to demonstrate the importance of Shopping Local!
and shops that are owned and staffed by members of your families,
“Your Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce has been the most
your neighbors, and many of your friends.”
successful champion for the betterment, promotion, and protection “It is true, here in Stockton and San Joaquin County—as it is of all local businesses since Feb. 21, 1901 and that is why our
nationwide—that where we shop, where we eat and where we have
members, board, and staff are honored each year to be part of The
fun, helps to make our community ‘home.’ All of the one of a kind
Record special section that comes out just before what is known as
businesses here are an integral part if the character of Stockton and
“Black Friday” which kicks off the holiday shopping season.”
San Joaquin County.”
Historically; this day had its earliest beginnings (albeit not under
“It is also very important to note that all sales 365 days a year help
that title) with President Franklin D. Roosevelt when he moved
not only the local businesses continue their success and services
Thanksgiving to the last Thursday of the month (the year he did so
but also fund much needed community services for all.”
there were five Thursdays in November) to make the Christmas/
With that being said, I shall leave you with this Chamber mantra:
Holiday shopping season one week longer. His intent was to turn
Shop ‘til you drop while shopping Stockton and San Joaquin
those balance sheets of businesses into that positive black ink
County first and always! By that I mean SHOPPING LOCAL.
instead of the negative red ink.”
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CONGRATULATIONS! Alice DeBerry BUSINESS EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce
Congratulations to the Business Awards Honorees!
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NEWS BRIEFS Submission Guidelines: News Briefs must be submitted before the first of each month to schamber@stocktonchamber.org. Please put “PORT O CALL” in the subject line. Submissions must be no longer than 50 words total and should include contact information. News Briefs will be included on a space available basis and may be edited for content.
Surtec, Inc. President and Co-Founder William Fields Passes
Bill Fields
City of Stockton Office of Violence Prevention
William “Bill” Fields President and Co-Founder of
The Office of Violence
Surtec, Inc. passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2019.
Prevention’s mission is to
In 1975, with his partner Don Fromm, Surtec was
significantly reduce violence in
started as a manufacturer of janitorial and floor
Stockton. Through data-driven
maintenance chemicals. Through Bill’s hard work, a
and partnership-based programs and strategies, we work with
total of five patents have been granted to Surtec, for
individuals and families impacted by violence, helping them
unique janitorial and maintenance equipment technology.
transition to a better life.
In 1991, Bill Fields founded the Surtec Adopt-A-Family Program
Our Outreach Workers engage and support clients with conflict
to provide a happier Christmas to children of needy families
resolution, mediation, and ongoing case management. With the
in the community by providing food and gifts. To date, 7,762
community, we inspire hope and opportunity for those at the
families and 21,832 children have been recipients of the program.
highest risk of violence with the goal of keeping them alive, safe,
The Surtec family of employees will deeply miss their friend, mentor,
and out of prison.
and leader, but are determined to carry on with Bill’s mission to
To support our efforts, please call 209.937.8880
provide highly-valued products and services to their customers.
or ovp@stocktonca.gov.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Surtec Adopt-A-Family Program would be appreciated. www.surtecadoptafamily.org or mail: c/o Surtec, Inc., 1880 N. MacArthur Dr., Tracy, CA. 95376.
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AWARDS By Jordan Severns
L
ocal businesses strengthen our community in countless
Stockton Chamber Liaison Ambassador of the Year, and the Sam
ways. They give to local charities, bolster our economy,
and Cindy Overall Volunteer of the Year, respectively. For Cruz
perform community service, and provide fresh food and high-
and Nightengale, these are repeat awards indicative of many
quality services to the city of Stockton. On top of that, they
years of enthusiasm for and service to the Chamber. And for
create the kinds of personal touches that define the city and its
Adams, who only started working with the Welcome Committee
culture, as well as provide communal experiences you won’t
this last year, it’s a testament to his great energy and positive
find at a chain store, restaurant, or gym. It is for these reasons
attitude, which have already made him an invaluable member of
and others that the Stockton Chamber of Commerce holds its
the committee.
annual Business Awards Luncheon, honoring the individuals and
All three recipients shared a similar sentiment, that the most
companies that make Stockton special.
rewarding part of the work was the people they met doing it. “It
The 34th annual luncheon, held on June 6 at the Hilton at
is great to get to know the members this way,” said Cruz. “We are
11:30 a.m., recognizes both businesspeople and chamber
like-minded businesspeople who care about the community and
members for their role in empowering our community, and for
about helping each other.”
accomplishments such as increasing environmental awareness,
But of course, what good is the Chamber without the
encouraging healthy living, and continuing to grow the
wonderful people and businesses it supports? People like
relationship between the Chamber and our local businesses.
Alice DeBerry of Haggerty Construction, who won Business
For their efforts in welcoming new members to the Chamber,
Employee of the Year for her excellent ability to adapt to the
volunteering at Chamber events, and otherwise fostering
needs of any given job, as well as her drive to help others.
togetherness in the Stockton business community, Bruce Adams
“What I think is great about working in Stockton is all of
of the Stockton Chorale, Susan Cruz of Smile Business Products,
the wonderful people and families in this community,” said
and Roy Nightengale of 105-9 The Bull have been named the
DeBerry. “At Haggerty, we assist clients by advising, building,
Stockton Chamber Welcome Squad Ambassador of the Year,
and restoring their homes and businesses. I love working for
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such an amazing company and being able to help clients get their
veterans, containing hundreds of photographs of his customers
lives restored.”
and his customers’ family members who have served. Page
The recurring theme from all the winners is a deep love for the
believes that veterans are the bedrock of our country, and
people of Stockton, demonstrated again by Marianne Prieto,
therefore our community, and that to honor them is a vital part
who was named Business Manager of the Year for her work at the
of respecting the city of Stockton.
Children’s Museum.
Come down to the luncheon on June 6 for a wonderful
“I have always had a passion for children,” she said, adding, “the
afternoon with the community—and honor the people who
Stockton community truly helps and supports one another and to
have made it great while you’re at it!
me that is the best part about being involved.” Prieto is a constant advocate for the children of the city and has worked hard to bring
34TH ANNUAL BUSINESS AWARDS LUNCHEON Thursday, June 6, 2019, 11:30 am
traveling educational exhibits to Stockton.
Hilton Stockton, 2323 Grand Canal Blvd.
The Chamber also recognizes businesses that work to make
To purchase tickets visit http://stocktonchamber.org/business-awards
$40 per person, prepaid Reservations Only or call 209.547.2770
Stockton healthier. The P3 Stewardship award is given to businesses that take steps to make our environment cleaner.
BUSINESS AWARDS SPONSORS
This year, the award goes to Collins Electrical Company Inc.
PLATINUM
for their commitment to recycling all office paper and e-waste,
Dameron Hospital
reducing energy through use of solar power and efficient lighting, and sourcing locally to decrease their carbon footprint. Lord’s
California Water Service Co. Pacific Gas & Electric Company Michael MIDGLEY
Laci MIDGLEY
Gym City Center received the FRESH Award for encouraging
University of the Pacific SILVER
way a gym encourages health, executive director Heather Green
“There are so many different factors that impact a healthy
Dorfman Pacific Co. Inc. Gene GINI
Roy NIGHTENGALE
Visit Stockton
LONG TIME MEMBERS 2019
need to attain their own version of what living a healthy lifestyle
25 YEAR MEMBERS: Susan CRUZ
Bobby PAGE
Advanced Mini Storage Brannon Tire Brookside Country Club C. A. Reding Co., Inc.
Michael and Laci Midgley have been serving delicious food
Central California Safety Council /San Joaquin Safety Council
from Midgley’s Public House for about five years now, but just as
Dupont Market, Inc. dba Grimaud Farms Eddie’s Pizza Cafes
impressive as Chef Midgley’s cooking is the couple’s willingness to give. After the Camp Fire, Michael went to Paradise with
Ulmer Photo Verve Networks
“To ensure underserved communities receive the support they
overall health of the Stockton community.”
F&M Bank United Way of San Joaquin County
lifestyle, but having a support system is essential,” said Green.
looks like is a goal of ours, and one we believe is essential to the
GOLD San Joaquin Delta College
employee and community wellness. In addition to the obvious tied it into the theme of togetherness.
Port of Stockton
Alice DEBERRY
Marianne PRIETO
enough food for a thousand people, and he has cooked for local
Haas Graphics Mayaco Marketing/Internet Papapavlo’s Bistro & Bar Rishwain & Rishwain
Stockton Fire Fighters. It is this kind of upstanding citizenry that
San Joaquin County Treasurer /Tax Collector
has earned them the title of Business Persons of the Year!
Stockton Civic Theatre
The Chamber’s Small Business Person of the Year for 2019 is Bobby Page Sr. of Village Barber Shop, where Bobby has spent nearly thirty years, for fourteen of which he was the owner. The walls of his business are an impressive monument to American
Stockton Sailing Club Heather GREEN
50 YEAR MEMBERS: A. G. Spanos Companies Hewitt Alinement Service 75 YEAR MEMBER: Segale Travel Service
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LEADERSHIP STOCKTON BY: TIMM QUINN Leadership Stockton Health Care Session
Following the panel was a presentation from Health Careers
Leadership Level Sponsor: Financial Center Credit Union
Academy. Maxine Areida, Work Based Learning Coordinator
Session Sponsor: Mayaco Marketing, Dignity Health – St. Joseph’s
from Health Careers Academy (HCA), and a panel of his
Medical Center
students joined us and shared the mission of HCA. The students
Health care continues to be a topic that impacts each and every one of us, and each year, Leadership Stockton takes a look at the challenges and successes in health care throughout San Joaquin County. The day began at Dignity Health—St. Joseph’s Medical Center with a panel discussion from: Donald J. Wiley, President & CEO - Dignity Health/St. Joseph’s Medical Center; Dr. Michael Rehbien, Assistant Physician-In-Chief, Clinic Operations - Kaiser Permanente; Veronica Zaman, COO/VP - Dameron Hospital;
also shared their stories and their goals with the class, what an impressive group of kids! After a great lunch, the class heard from Barb Alberson, MPH, Sr. Deputy Director, Policy & Planning from San Joaquin County Public Health Services. Barb shared the public health mission and all they do to try and keep the community safe and healthy. The day ended with tour of St. Joseph’s Medical Center. The class got an all-access tour of the wonderful facility.
and Becky K., Interim Ambulatory Executive, Adventist Health
A BIG thank you to all the speakers who took the time out of
Lodi Memorial. The panelists gave a glimpse into each of their
their busy schedules to come and speak with the class. Thank
organizations and then shared their opinions on the state of
you to the Steve Morales, LS Class of 1992, Mayaco Marketing,
health care with the class. The class then asked many questions.
for sponsoring the session and to Dignity Health – St. Joseph’s
Each panelist was very open and the discussion was very lively
Medical Center for hosting the session.
and informational.
Leadership Stockton Accepting Applications for the 2019-2020 Class Leadership Stockton, California’s oldest adult community leadership program, is accepting applications for the Class of 2019-20. Tuition for the 11-month program is $1,000. The applications deadline is June 14, 2019. Selection involves a written application and personal interview.
Outstanding
The selection process will identify approximately 26 applicants to be chosen to attend the program; representing a cross-section of the greater Stockton community. For information or an application, visit www.leadershipstockton.com or call Timm Quinn at 209.292.8423 or email tquinn@stocktonchamber.org.
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EVENTS BY: TIMM QUINN Annual Installation Dinner 2019
TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS SPONSORS CONTINUED
One of highlights of our year is the Chamber’s Annual
San Joaquin Delta College Stockton East Water District Ulmer Photo United Way of San Joaquin County University of the Pacific Verve Networks Visit Stockton
Installation Dinner. Join us on June 27 as we gather at Brookside Country Club to thank Deitra R. Kenoly, The Record, for her outstanding performance as Chamber President from 2018-2019, and to welcome Doug Dinjian, DiBuduo & DeFendis Insurance Agency, as our 2019-2020 President. The evening will include an installation ceremony of our new Board Members and Officers and the presentation of awards. No-host cocktails begin at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:45 p.m. Reservations are required and space is limited. Sponsorships are still available. For more information, visit stocktonchamber.org/installation-dinner or call Timm Quinn at 209.292.8423, or e-mail to tquinn@stocktonchamber.org.
2019 INSTALLATION DINNER SPONSORS (as of 5/13/19) PLATINUM: California Water Service Co. Financial Center Credit Union Port of Stockton San Joaquin Delta College GOLD: DiBuduo & DeFendis Insurance Agency F&M Bank United Way of San Joaquin County Verve Networks SILVER: Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center Dorfman Pacific Co. Inc. Stockton East Water District Ulmer Photo Visit Stockton
The Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce proudly recognizes the following companies for their year-round support of the Chamber
Taking Care of Business Sponsorship Program 2019-2020 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. Sponsoring companies typically select several options from the events line up. The Chamber allows its members to wisely choose a yearlong program that meets their marketing, consumer exposure and 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 Timm Quinn, Events Director, at 209.292.8423, or e-mail to tquinn@stocktonchamber.org.
SUMMER OF OPPORTUNITY Youth 13-17 are encouraged to join us for our Summer of Opportunity! Text SUMMER to 209.800.2127 for our Summer schedule!
TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS SPONSORS 2018-2019 A.G. Spanos Companies Adventist Health Lodi Memorial BAC Community Bank California Water Service Co. Chevron Corporation Dameron Hospital DiBuduo & DeFendis Insurance Agency Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center Donaghy Sales LLC Dorfman Pacific Co. Inc. F&M Bank Financial Center Credit Union Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin Kaiser Permanente Neumiller & Beardslee Oak Valley Community Bank Pacific Gas & Electric Company Port of Stockton
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Timm Quinn: tquinn@stocktonchamber.org 209.292.8423
Lord’s Gym City Center 848 E. Hammer Lane Stockton, CA 95210 Lordsgymcitycenter.org #MoreThanAGym www.stocktonchamber.org
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FROM THE
GOOD NEWS The Goodwill of Community Service
Large, medium, or small contributions of service given back to
The value of a company’s brand name, solid customer base,
the community all count in making a real difference in quality
good customer relations, good employee relations, and any
of life which we experience within Stockton.
patents or proprietary technology represent some examples
In marketing San Joaquin County to new business investors,
of goodwill.
it is important for newcomers to recognize that existing
Although public companies are required to evaluate the value
businesses support and actively contribute to making Stockton
of goodwill on their financial statements at least once a year, all
a special location for growing companies. These efforts do not
companies are actually valued daily in service given back to the
go unnoticed and are essential in building a better future for
communities that they are located in.
all of us. Let’s all congratulate the award winners with our attendance to this important chamber event.
Each year for 34 years, the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce selects and awards businesses for their goodwill
34th Annual Business Awards Luncheon
provided to the community at large.
Thursday, June 6, 2019, 11:30 a.m. Hilton Stockton, 2323 Grand Canal Blvd. $40 per person
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PROGRAMS AND PUBLIC POLICY BY: FRANK FERRAL All About Business! The San Joaquin County Economic Development Association (EDA) was recently awarded an Employment Training Panel (ETP) Multiple Employer Contract (MEC) to support San Joaquin County employers in their on-going efforts to improve operational efficiency and productivity through workplace training initiatives. Eligible private sector businesses can receive reimbursement for a portion of the cost incurred in providing training to their workforce. ETP funds enable employers to defray their workforce
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS ABC NorCal, American Recycling, Big Valley Ford, Caraustar, Carpenters Local Union 152, CBC Steel Buildings, City of Stockton, Collins Electrical Co., Dart Container,
training costs, thereby improving bottom line profitability and
Healthy Air Living, Holt of California, Humphreys University, Mid Valley IT, Musco
the opportunity to invest these savings to promote their business
Family Olive Co., PG&E, Queirolo’s Heating and Air Conditioning Inc., Ray Morgan
growth in their community. Participating employers have complete discretion in determining their training needs and the delivery
Companies, San Joaquin Council of Government, San Joaquin County Public Works, SAWS, Sims Metal Management, Solar Optimum Inc., Surtec, UEI, Universal Service Recycling, Van De Pol Enterprises, Zarc Recycling
method. As the local administrator of the MEC Contract, the EDA has assigned staff to expedite an employers’ participation in the
Green Team San Joaquin Meeting
program and generate the greatest reimbursement possible.
Wednesday, June 12 at 9 a.m.
As a supporting member of the Greater Stockton Chamber of
@ San Joaquin County WorkNet 56 S. Lincoln St.
Commerce, the EDA wants to promote this program to your membership. We invite you to partner with us in promoting this program as one of the benefits this Chamber has to offer its members. Thousands of companies throughout the State have taken advantage of this program and leveraging ETP resource to help cover the cost staff development and training. The Current ETP Priority Industries: • Manufacturing/Food Production • Biotechnology & Life Sciences • Information Technology Services • Multimedia/Entertainment • Goods Movement & Transportation Logistics • Agriculture • Allied Healthcare • Construction • Green / Clean Technologies • Professional, Scientific, or Technical Services If a business is interested and wants to check their eligibility, they can complete the pre-application and contact Ed Wanket at 209.468.3613 or by email at ewanket@sjcworknet.org. There will be no FRESH or GRC meetings in the month of June due to staff availability.
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VISIT STOCKTON BY: ROBYN F. CHESHIRE Northern California’s hassle-free airport
Stockton Ambassador Program
Beginning in August, United Airlines will start daily flights
Become a Stockton Certified Tourism Ambassador. Find out more
between Stockton and LAX. This is a game changer for Stockton
about Stockton history, the economic impact of tourism, and how
and the Central Valley. Whether you are traveling for business
you can help make each visitor experience a positive one. As a
or pleasure, choose the Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK) for
member of the exclusive CTA Network, you will have access to
your next trip and ask your friends and family to do the same.
private events and insider information. Ongoing participation
Supporting this flight will help SCK bring additional flights to
is encouraged, but not required to maintain certification.
our city and make a difference in our quality of life. Need more
Upcoming sessions: June 13 and Aug. 15. Learn more at
reasons? visitstockton.us/flySCK
StocktonAmbassadors.com. Contact megan@visitstockton.org or 209.938.1555 with questions.
San Joaquin County Exhibit at the California State Fair (July 12-28)
Stockton Brew Fest – New Location
For the second year in a row, Visit Stockton is proud to produce
Stockton Brew Fest is being transformed in its fourth year to an
the San Joaquin County exhibit for the California State Fair.
outdoor beer, music, and food festival. On Aug. 10, over 30 breweries
The exhibit will represent assets throughout the county while
will bring their best to the Waterloo Gun and Bocce Club under the
incorporating the fair theme of “picture yourself in…” using a
canopy of their beautiful shade trees. Multiple local musicians will
creative selfie moment. Registration is now open for volunteers
set the mood, food trucks will combine with outdoor BBQ to satisfy
who want to staff the exhibit and share information about our
the taste buds, and games will keep everyone entertained. The event
great county with fair goers. Slots are filling quickly, so sign up
time has shifted to 4 - 7 p.m. with the VIP hour from 3 - 4 p.m.
today: visitstockton.us/statefairvolunteer.
Tickets are on sale now at StocktonBrewFest.com.
WE’VE UNITED (and it feels so good)
STOCKTON METROPOLITAN AIRPORT
DAILY flights
Connecting the San Joaquin County to the world
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Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce
STOCKTON TO LAX
on United Airlines Starting August 16, 2019
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Robyn F. Cheshire: robyn@visitstockton.org 209.636.4348
RIBBON CUTTINGS Attending Board of Directors: Bob Berger, Cumulus Radio; David Kamins, Mid Valley IT; Jarrod McAnally, Big Valley Ford; Loretta Lee, Junior League of SJ Attending Ambassadors: Bruce Adams, The Stockton Chorale; Carol Clemons, Angel’s Caring Helpers; Cathy Douma, Minuteman Press of Stockton; Chris Grant, 105.9 The Bull; Ella Holman, Aspiranet/Collins Realty Inc.; Gloria Blaine, Honorary Member; Jan Adams, The Stockton Chorale; Jennifer Mah, EDD; Mike Peterson, PMZ Realty; Roy Nightengale, 105.9 the Bull
Perlu Advanced Auto Repair 1033 E. March Ln., Stockton, CA 95210
Turner’s Outdoorsman 636 W. Hammer Ln., Stockton, CA 95210
Stockton Ports Baseball Team 404 W. Fremont St., Stockton, CA 95203
NEW MEMBERS Landscape Designers & Maintenance Davis Landscaping & Gardening goodthingscomingmyway@yahoo.com 209.361.9859
Trade Shows & Fairs San Joaquin County Fairgrounds 1658 S. Airport Wy. Stockton, CA 95206-2338 sanjoaquinfair.com
Recycling Tri Valley Recycling 1988 E. Alpine Ave. Stockton, CA 95205 trivalleyrecycling.com
Assisted Living Facilities Oakmont of Stockton 3318 Brookside Rd. Stockton, CA 95219 oakmontofstockton.com
Restaurants Blackwater Cafe 912. N. Yosemite Ave. Stockton, CA 95203
Bank of the West - Brookside Branch 3255 W. March Ln. #100 Stockton, CA 95219 bankofthewest.com
Banks Bank of the West - Main Branch 540 N. El Dorado St. Stockton, CA 95202 bankofthewest.com
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Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce
Business Awards Luncheon 11:30 a.m., @ Hilton Stockton 2323 Grand Canal Blvd. Stockton, CA 95207 Tradeshow Mixer 5 - 7 p.m. @ Hilton Stockton 2323 Grand Canal Blvd. Stockton, CA 95207 Theme is “Fun in the Sun” 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 Green Team San Joaquin Meeting 9 a.m. @ San Joaquin County WorkNet 56 S. Lincoln St. Stockton, CA 95203
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MAY NETWORKING MIXER @ NEUMILLER & BEARDSLEE
Leadership Stockton Closing Session 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room Leadership Stockton Graduation Dinner 5:30 p.m. @ Waterloo Gun & Bocce Club 4343 N. Ashley Ln. Stockton, CA 95215 Executive Committee Meeting 7 a.m. @ Stockton Golf & Country Club Lunch & Learn 11:30 a.m. Speaker Ed Wanket, Economic Development Analyst II, San Joaquin County WorkNet/ San Joaquin County EDA @ Stockton Chamber of Commerce Room RSVP to: Danielle@stocktonchamber.org Installation Dinner 6 p.m. @ Brookside Country Club 3603 St Andrews Dr. Stockton, CA 95219 (Installation Dinner Counts as June Board Meeting)
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