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State of the City 2016
ALL-AMERICAN CITY RESTORED
CONTENTS From Your President
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From Your CEO
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DON’T MISS! MAY NETWORKING MIXER 5:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
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News Briefs
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Cover Story
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Leadership Stockton
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Ribbon Cuttings
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NETWORK4SUCCESS
Events
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Contact the Chamber for location & time: network4success@stocktonchamber.org
Programs and Public Policy Department
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April Mixer Photos
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Visit Stockton
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Good News from San Joaquin Partnership
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Calendar
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New Members
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DeYoung Memorial Chapel 601 N. California St., Stockton, CA 95202
Meets Every Thursday
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PORT CALL Official publication of the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce. Serving the Greater Stockton area business community since 1901.
FROM YOUR 2015-16 PRESIDENT BY: JUDITH BUETHE State of the City 2016!
CHAMBER OFFICERS PRESIDENT Judith Buethe, Judith Buethe Communications SR. VICE PRESIDENT Bakul Patel, Dorfman Pacific Co.
It’s that time of year when we Stocktonians eagerly await your Chamber's Annual State of the City event. For 18 years your Greater Stockton Chamber of
FINANCIAL VICE PRESIDENT Diane Vigil, Dameron Hospital Foundation
Commerce has presented this notable event, and for the past
VICE PRESIDENT Deitra R. Kenoly, The Record/San Joaquin Media Group VICE PRESIDENT Doug Dinjian, DiBuduo & DeFendis Insurance Agency, Inc. IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Blain Bibb, JaniTek Cleaning Solutions CHAMBER DIRECTORS Becky M. Deal, Bank of Stockton Dr. Lewis Gale, University of the Pacific - Eberhardt School of Business Rick Goucher, CBRE, Inc. Ryan Haggerty, Haggerty Construction, Inc. Chris Kay, SMG Frank Lucas, Evergreen Professional Hypnotherapy Dr. Robert Melrose, Brookside Optometric Group Laura Ochoa-Sanchez, San Joaquin Delta College Laura Pinkerton, Wells Fargo Bank Victor Randolph, Never Boring Design Associates Kay G. Ruhstaller, Family Resource & Referral Center Joey Steelman, Lord's Gym Jared Steinwert, F&M Bank Joy Sweger, St. Joseph’s Medical Center, Dignity Health Robert Young CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Douglass W. Wilhoit, Jr.
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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
several years we are proud to partner with our community
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jewel, The Port of Stockton. Mark your calendar for May 19. Come a bit early and
from 10:30 a.m. to noon, enjoy touring the city and sponsor booths followed by a delicious lunch catered by Outback Steakhouse. At this event we often enjoy the close-up view of a giant ocean-going vessel passing by. (As an Iowa farmer’s daughter, I am always intrigued by the sight of a ship passing through our agricultural Delta lands.) This year, following lunch, you will hear the State of the City from the perspective of four of our city’s leaders—R. Jay Allen, Chairman, Port of Stockton Commission; Cynthia Fargo, CEO, Downtown Stockton Alliance; Jeffrey Michael, Ph.D., Director, University of the Pacific Center for Business and Policy Research; and Anthony Silva, Mayor, City of Stockton. Take notes. These presentations are sure to provoke discussion in the weeks to come. Furthermore, we promise to end on time—yours truly is this year’s enforcer!—and to get each of you back to your office to engage in the commerce that keeps our city so vibrant and strong.
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR Joe Curtis 209.292.8439 PROGRAM COORDINATOR GREEN TEAM/FRESH Mario Supnet 209.292.8436 SCAP-SE COORDINATOR/SCAP LEAD Jeffrey Natividad 209.292.8425 SCAP-SE COORDINATORS My Duong 209.292.8435 Felicia Hurtado 209.292.8434 Aleyu Palacios 209.292.8429 Chris Rivera 209.292.8440 Dennis Thao 209.292.8424 Lee Yang 209.292.8426 BEA COORDINATOR Sophie Soth 209.292.8430 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, EVENTS Ashley Williams 209.292.8422 SCAP-SE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Christy Hang 209.292.8433 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Lorice Harrison 209.292.8427 RECEPTIONIST/CUSTOMER SERVICE Tricia Long 209.292.8431 PUBLISHER Stockton Chamber of Commerce 209.547.2770 GRAPHIC DESIGN Never Boring 209.526.9136 ADVERTISING Victor Randolph
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FROM YOUR CEO BY: DOUG WILHOIT “April showers bring May flowers” is an old and true adage, especially this year with the first part of April starting out wet and
DOUG WILHOIT
successful affiliation. Ports owner Tom Volpe was also present and had a big smile on his face. Pat made the announcement just prior to the first pitch of the 2016
bringing the much-needed rain to our area
Season with this statement: “It has been a pleasure to be a partner
and the mountains. It is important that we
with the Oakland A’s since the ballpark opened in 2005. We have
all still conserve as much as possible and
fielded competitive teams, provided many memorable moments with
even this old man is not having a hard time
our fans both on the field and off, and have developed long-term
doing so.
relationships with Oakland on-field and off-field personnel that we
The beginning of April also brought the 35th Annual Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament to the historic
look forward to continuing over the next four years.” “The Ports organization is proud that our Major League affiliate,
Stockton Golf and Country Club (SG & CC) with chamber weather
along with our four Champion Partners—Triple-A Nashville Sounds
and a full field of participants. Everyone had a great time and
(Pacific Coast League), Double-A Midland RockHounds (Texas
many thanks to chamber staff Timm Quinn and Ashley Williams
League), Low-A Beloit Snappers (Midwest League), and Short-Season
for all the hard work they did in preparation and during/after
Vermont Lake Monsters (New York-Penn League)—have been with
the tournament. Also, many thanks to the sponsors, volunteers,
us since day one of Banner Island Ballpark.”
participants and the staff of the SG & CC for being such an
The Banner Island Ballpark and the Stockton Ports are so much
important part of a successful day. It was also neat to have KCRA
a part of the fabric of our city and region, so we invite you to visit
Channel 3 show up to showcase the tournament for all to see. The
www. StocktonPorts.com to check out the season and order season
Chamber tournament is really the first tournament of the season
passes, individual game tickets, or great packages. If you and your
and we are always proud of the turnout and support. Next year, we
family, friends, and business associates are already season ticket
will be at The Reserve at Spanos Park (we rotate between our four
holders, I look forward to seeing you at the ballpark. Go Ports!
golf course members—SG & CC, The Reserve, Brookside CC and
Also on Apr. 7, prior to the opening game of the Ports, your
Elkhorn Golf Club) and we expect our 36th Annual Tournament to
chamber had its monthly mixer at the historic and wonderful San
be another success. Thanks again to all who make it happen.
Joaquin County General Hospital which has been a big part of the
Hopefully, many of you saw our great cover story in the April
community for so many years and is providing a great service. The
Port O Call, “Touch Base with the Ports” and touch base we did
staff at the hospital showed us all a great time and tours of parts of
on opening night on Apr. 7 when your Ports opened with a huge
the hospital opened many eyes to the important role it plays in
win over our rivals, the Modesto Nuts. It was a great evening and
our community.
the crowd was very festive and having a ball. Before the game, the
On Apr. 12, your chamber, with the hard work of Business
Chamber was honored to perform a ribbon cutting at the front gates.
Education Alliance (BEA) Coordinator Sophie Soth and great
Chamber staff Joe Curtis and Lorice Harrison, along with Board
support of our sponsors, held our semi-annual BEA Golden
Members and Ambassadors who were present, helped to start the
Standard Scholarship Luncheon at BJ’s Restaurant. It was a great
season off on the red carpet with Ports staff dressed in tuxedos.
turnout and thank you to all who participated.
Also that evening, the frosting on the cake was the joint
On Apr. 22, which is after my Port O Call deadline, BEA, again
announcement by your Stockton Ports President Pat Filippone and
with the hard work of Sophie, will hold a very important BEA
the Oakland Athletics of the extension of their Player Development
College and Career Fair at the Stockton Memorial Civic Auditorium.
Contract (PDC) through the 2020 season! With the inaugural year
Another example of your full service Greater Stockton Chamber of
of the affiliation taking place in 2005 during the first year of Banner
Commerce leading the way to move Stockton businesses and citizens
Island Ballpark, 2016 currently marks the 12th year of the great and
to a brighter and better community. I invite you all to join us!
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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.
2nd Annual Community Leadership Breakfast to Focus on Education Join us for the 2nd Annual LSAA Community Leadership Breakfast on May 12, 7:30 a.m. in the Record Press Club at the Stockton Arena, 248 W. Fremont St. This year's topic is Education. We are thrilled to announce our keynote speakers: •
Dr. Pamela Eibeck, President, University of the Pacific
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Dr. Kathy Hart, President, San Joaquin Delta College
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James Mousalimas, Superintendent, San Joaquin County Office
and are available at the door. Contact 209.466.3836 for more information.
Haggin Museum Collection Items on Loan to Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives In March, the Haggin Museum loaned five paintings to Speaker of the House, Paul Ryan. The paintings will be displayed in the Speaker’s office throughout his term. The Speaker was particularly interested in borrowing a painting by Albert Bierstadt, because his work highlights some of the beautiful landscapes of our country. This is not the first request of this type for the Haggin. During his first term as President of the United States, Ronald Reagan
of Education Tickets are $30 for LSAA Members and $40 for Non-Members. Sponsorship Opportunities are available. For more information, reservations, and sponsorships, visit www.lsalumni.com.
City Manager Announces Chief Financial Officer and Other Key Financial Positions City Manager Kurt Wilson announced that he has selected a new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Matt Paulin will join the city effective Apr. 4. At the same time, the city announced appointments to several other key financial positions, including Assistant CFO, Budget Officer, and Municipal Utilities Department Finance Officer. Claire Tyson has been the city’s Budget Officer since Nov. 2012, and was selected for the position of Assistant Chief Financial Officer.
requested Looking Up the Yosemite Valley by Albert Bierstadt, which was displayed in the White House Roosevelt Room.
City of Stockton Economic Development Department Moves to 400 E. Main St. The City of Stockton Economic Development Department is moving. Beginning Apr. 18, the Economic Development Department will be at their new location at 400 E. Main St. The Economic Development Department manages City assets, the Parking Authority and venues, and support for outside agencies seeking business development in Stockton.
8th Annual Mary Graham Children’s Foundation Kid’s Art Auction Each year, artwork created by residents of Mary Graham Children’s Shelter is auctioned off to directly benefit programs for
Kimberly Trammel, who most recently held the position of
San Joaquin County foster kids. The 8th Annual Mary Graham
Senior Budget Analyst, has been selected as the city’s
Children’s Foundation Kid’s Art Auction will be held at the
Budget Officer.
Stockton Golf and Country Club on May 11, from 5:30 p.m. to 8
Minnie Moreno has been selected for the position of Municipal
p.m. This uniquely personal fundraiser includes wine tasting, live
Utilities Finance Officer.
music, heavy hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, desserts, and a
Hawaiian Pancake Breakfast May 7
live auction.
The Stockton Fil-Am Lions invite you to an all-you-can-eat Hawaiian pancake breakfast to benefit the Community Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired on May 7, 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. at 130 West Flora St., Stockton. Menu includes pancakes, linguica, eggs, fried rice, fruit, coffee, and fruit juice. Tickets cost $8 per person,
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For more information about sponsorship opportunities or to make reservations for the 8th Annual Kids Art Auction at $50/per person, please call Amber Saunders at 209.468.7635 or visit us at www.marygrahamfoundation.org.
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On May 19, Mayor Anthony Silva will be joined by R. Jay Allen, Port of Stockton Commission Chairman; Cynthia Fargo, CEO Downtown Stockton Alliance; and Dr. Jeffrey Michael, Director at the University of the Pacific Center for Business and Policy Research to provide a look at Stockton’s future at the 18th Annual State of the City. The event, sponsored by the Greater Stockton Chamber of
By Michele Laverty
Commerce and hosted by the Port of Stockton, showcases the city’s economic, educational, and cultural development as well
Times and economies change and the focus is shifted to larger priorities. When this happens, the little things—things people notice—sometimes get left behind. Now that the City of Stockton’s skies and finances are looking up, the city has shifted its focus to the small things. Stockton is getting back to the basics.
as plans for upcoming projects. Overall, the event will celebrate another year of forward progress for the City of Stockton. For his speech, Mayor Anthony Silva will highlight quality of life and getting back to basics. In other words, “doing things that the people of Stockton can see.” More specifically, sidewalk and pothole repairs and tree removal. Of course, citizens of Stockton will be pleased to hear that the crime rate continues to drop as the city hires even more police officers. “The homicide rate is down, value of homes up, and the council can now make decisions about the quality of life for residents,” said Mayor Anthony Silva, “The All-American City restored.” Other speakers will shine light on the actions Stockton is taking toward constant improvement. Using tactics garnered from the National Main Street Center, Cynthia Fargo, CEO of the Downtown Stockton Alliance, will highlight the creation of an economically competitive and socially connected downtown. “This is an incredibly crucial time for downtown Stockton,” said Cynthia Fargo. “We have momentum through the Ten Space housing and retail
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We are starting to see a lot of
development project which is underway and we are starting to
investment from Northern California
see a lot of investment from Northern
coming to Stockton which is a sign
California coming to Stockton which is a sign
that the market is being restored.”
that the market is being restored.”
CYNTHIA FARGO, CEO, DOWNTOWN STOCKTON ALLIANCE
Downtown is crucial to Stockton’s success as a community. A city is only as strong as its core, and fostering local business creates enormous rewards. Stockton’s place in the big picture for the state and region will be the focus of Dr. Jeffrey Michael, Director at the University of the Pacific Center for Business and Policy Research. Dr. Michael is a regular speaker about the region and stated in a recent blog
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that a more cooperative regional focus might be a good approach
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Port of Stockton
to progress.
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“There is no silver bullet strategy, but one approach that we have been advocating in the Center for Business and Policy Research is more cooperative action on a regional level in three areas: Marketing, infrastructure, and education/workforce development,” Dr. Jeffrey Michael said.
Northern California Chapter BAC Community Bank Bank of the West
San Joaquin County Office of Education San Joaquin County WorkNet/San
California Water Service Company
Joaquin County EDA
Carpenters Local Union 152
San Joaquin Delta College
Central Valley Business Journal
San Joaquin Partnership Inc.
programs and departments as well as booths from our Platinum
Comcast
San Joaquin Regional Transit
Sponsors. Come learn about the City programs available to you
Delta Sierra Beverage
A small business tradeshow will include booths from many City
and your business and what our local businesses have to offer. Exhibits will open from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a break for the luncheon.
District (RTD)
Financial Center Credit Union
SASS! Public Relations, Inc.
Haggerty Construction, Inc.
St. Joseph's Medical Center
Housing Authority of the County of
The Record/San Joaquin
San Joaquin
Media Group
The event will be held at:
Humphreys College
United Way of San Joaquin County
Port of Stockton, Shed 20 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Kaiser Permanente
University of the Pacific
Metro PCS
Visit Stockton
Tickets $40 Each
Neumiller & Beardslee
Waste Management
Pacific Records Management
Wells Fargo
Gold:
Silver:
F&M Bank
DiBuduo & DeFendis Insurance
Pre-Paid Reservations Only, No Will Call. Lunch provided. For more information visit stocktonchamber.org/state-of-the-city/ GUEST SPEAKERS: R. Jay Allen, Port of Stockton Commission Chairman Dr. Jeffrey Michael, Director, University of the Pacific Center for Business and Policy Research Cynthia Fargo, CEO, Downtown Stockton Alliance Mayor Anthony Silva, City of Stockton
Oak Valley Community Bank Sutter Gould Medical Foundation
Agency, Inc. G-Force Productions JaniTek Cleaning Solutions
Table: Downtown Stockton Alliance Grupe Commercial Company
Stockton East Water District Ulmer Photo
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LEADERSHIP STOCKTON BY: TIMM QUINN After lunch, the class got a guided tour of the San Joaquin Regional
Leadership Stockton: Education Session Leadership Level Sponsor: Financial Center Credit Union
Conservation Corps and all the great things they do out at the
Session Sponsor: Ralph Womack, LS Class of 1990
Office of Education and for the community. Following the tour,
Special Thanks To: San Joaquin County Office of Education
James Mousalimas, County Superintendent of Schools, San Joaquin
Education plays a vital role in the future economic prosperity of San Joaquin County, so a hands-on look at education was the perfect way to begin the day. The day began with the class divided among 12 schools throughout Stockton. They spent the morning shadowing the principal, learning about their particular school, and their successes and challenges. At lunchtime, the Leadership Stockton class gathered at the San Joaquin County Office of Education for the remainder of the day. A working lunch covered some of the questions and revelations the class had based on their school site visits. They were also joined by session sponsor Ralph Womack, LS Class of 1990, for a discussion on early childhood education.
County Office of Education (SJCOE), gave the class an overview of the SJCOE and their mission. Next up, the class heard from Kirk Brown and Kelsie Pombo about the educational services the SJCOE offers and STEM. Stephanie Omste then spoke to the class about County Operated Schools & Programs. After a short break, the class heard from Brandie Brunni on Special Education and all the services SJCOE offers for those with special needs. Joni Hellstrom spoke next on the Venture Academy Family of Schools. The day ended with a lesson on everything you wanted to know about school finance in 30 minutes from Jim Thomas. Thank you to James Mousalimas and Kelly Fry for coordinating and facilitating the afternoon portion of the session, to each of the schools for graciously opening up their campuses for our Leadership Stockton visitors, and to all of our speakers and panelists for the day.
RIBBON CUTTINGS Attending Board Members: Pres. Judith Buethe, Judith Buethe Communications; Sr. V.P. Bakul Patel, Dorfman Pacific Co.; V.P. Doug Dinjian, DiBuduo & DeFendis Insurance Agency, Inc.; Frank Lucas, Evergreen Professional Hypnotherapy; Laura Ochoa-Sanchez, San Joaquin Delta College; Victor Randolph, Never Boring; Jared Steinwert, F & M Bank; Dr. Lewis Gale, Eberhardt School of Business; Bob Young, NCPGA Foundation;
Attending Ambassadors: Gloria Blaine, Basket Caravan; Phil Handelman, iMortgage; Megan Mote, Haggerty Construction; Henry Peralta, Stockton Auto Glass; Jeff Shirk, Dynamic Leadership Tools; Tim Aragon, Verve Networks; Chad Vincent, Lyoness; Carol Clemons, Angel’s Caring Helpers; Joe Meath, Justin’s Scuba Time; Walter Reed, AFLAC; Joe Schillace, In-Shape; Adam Beltran, In-Shape; Susan Cruz, Cruz Integrated; Jenny Solari, Hedy Holmes Staffing Services; Katherine Edens, University of the Pacific; Rita Dearion, H & R Block; Marcy Contreras, Stockton Monuments; Cynthia Fargo, Downtown Stockton Alliance; Scott Grafius, Steele Insurance Agency; Madisen O’Laughlin, Arthur Murray Dance Centers; Cathy Douma, Minuteman Press; Geri Blas, American Cancer Society; Teri Manley, Stop the Presses Printing; Nanette Spitulski, ABS Direct, Inc.; Tim Matalone, Phantom Fireworks; Paul Kasson, Blossom Ridge; Luke Johnson, Stockton Ports
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Pacific Gas & Electric
Stockton Floral
Rising Stars Dance Co.
3136 Boeing Wy., Stockton, CA 95206
445 N. California, Stockton, CA 95202
7135 Pacific Ave., Stockton, CA 95207
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EVENTS BY: TIMM QUINN June Business Showcase & Tradeshow Mixer
Annual Installation Dinner 2016
Sign up now for the June 2 Business Showcase & Tradeshow
One of highlights of our year is the Chamber’s Annual
Mixer at the Hilton Stockton, 2323 Grand Canal Blvd. Expose
Installation Dinner. Join us on June 23, as we gather at the
your products and services to over 300 business attendees, meet
Stockton Golf & Country Club to thank Judith Buethe with Judith
some new people, and grow your business. Tables are just $250 for
Buethe Communications for her outstanding performance as
Chamber Members. The theme for this year will be 1950's Rock &
Chamber President from 2015-2016, and to welcome Bakul Patel,
Roll. Only a few tables left, so sign up now!
Dorfman Pacific Co., as our 2016-2017 President. The evening will
To sign up or receive more information please call
include an installation ceremony of our new Board Members and
Ashley Williams 209.292.8422 or e-mail her
Officers and the presentation of awards.
at ashley@stocktonchamber.org.
No-host cocktails begin at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:45 p.m. Reservations are required and space is limited. Tickets
Business Awards Luncheon 2016
are $65 per person. Sponsorships are still available. For more
Begin the month of June on a high note by joining us at a
information, call Timm Quinn at 209.292.8423, or e-mail to
luncheon honoring our Business Award recipients. On June 2, at
tquinn@stocktonchamber.org.
11:30 a.m., at the Hilton Stockton, 2323 Grand Canal Blvd., we will be honoring local business leaders who have been recognized
Annual Installation Dinner Sponsors
as Business Person of the Year, Business Manager of the Year,
Platinum Sponsors:
F&M Bank
California Water Service Company
San Joaquin Delta College
Dorfman Pacific Co., Inc.
The Record/San Joaquin Media
Small Business Person of the Year, Business Employee of the Year, FRESH (Fitness Rejuvenates Employee Sustainability & Health)
Greater Stockton Employer
Employer of the Year and FRESH Employee of the Year, and the
Advisory Council
Group United Way of San Joaquin County
P3 Stewardship Award winner. These exceptional honorees will
Kaiser Permanente
be recognized for their achievements and contributions to our
Port of Stockton
Silver Sponsors:
community. We will also be honoring our yearly Volunteer Hall of
University of the Pacific
JaniTek Cleaning Solutions
Fame award winners and 25 and 50 year Chamber members.
Woodruff Sawyer & Company
St. Joseph's Medical Center Stockton East Water District
Luncheon tickets are $35 per person by May 26, and $40 each
Gold Sponsors:
thereafter. For more information, call 209.547.2770.
Visit Stockton
BAC Community Bank DiBuduo & DeFendis Insurance Agency, Inc.
Business Awards Luncheon Sponsors Platinum Sponsors:
Silver Sponsors:
Bank of the West
Dorfman Pacific Co., Inc.
Financial Center Credit Union
F&M Bank
Port of Stockton
JaniTek Cleaning Solutions
San Joaquin Delta College
Oak Valley Community Bank
Gold Sponsors:
The Record/San Joaquin Media Group
Kaiser Permanente
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Don't miss the next FRESH meeting: Thursday, May 12, 9:00 a.m. @ Chamber Conference Room RSVP attendance to gogreen@stocktonchamber.org
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS American Recycling
Healthy Air Living
San Joaquin RTD
CalSheets
PG&E
Carpenters Local Union 152
Queirolo’s Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
Stockton Area Water Suppliers
City of Stockton Collins Electrical Company Diamond Foods, Inc. Dorfman Pacific
San Joaquin Council of Governments
Sims Metal Management Surtec Valley CAN
San Joaquin County Public Works
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VISIT STOCKTON BY: WES RHEA Visit Stockton Announces Annual Tourism Awards Honorees We have announced the award honorees to be recognized at our
Become a Stockton Ambassador Do you love our city? Help spread the word! The Stockton Ambassador Program is a dynamic certification program that
2016 Annual Tourism Breakfast & Awards to be held on May 6 at
certifies community members as Certified Tourism Ambassadors™
the University Plaza Waterfront Hotel at 7:30 a.m. Katie Billiet,
(or CTAs). Certification opportunities are available bi-monthly and
CTA of the Stockton Heat will be awarded as the Certified Tourism
open to the general public. Learn how you can turn every visitor
Ambassador of the Year. STOCKMARKET will be recognized as
encounter into a positive one—and simultaneously help to positively
Tourism Partner of the Year. JD and Danielle Hardcastle of All Star
impact our local economy!
Sports will be celebrated as Sports Partner of the Year. A Research
Upcoming CTA Classes: June 22 & Aug. 24
and Branding Initiative Update will also be presented by Ed Barlow,
Sign up today and join the growing list of Stockton Ambassadors!
Vice President, Strategic Planning, NorthStar Destination Strategies,
Program details, including the curriculum and enrollment
recapping the efforts since last July to develop a refreshed marketing
information, can be found at StocktonAmbassadors.com or
brand for Stockton.
CTANetwork.com or by calling Megan Peterson at Visit Stockton
Single tickets are available at visitstockton.eventbrite.com. For
at 209.938.1555.
more information about the event, please call 209.938.1555 or e-mail
GOOD NEWS
The Home and a Job Challenge
Guess what the #1 occupation is for those who commute to work west over the Altamont Pass?
FROM THE
megan@visitstockton.org.
sustainable without the need for a two to four hour commute. Construction will stretch out over the next 20 years, building 11,000 homes, a town center, schools, and office parks. This is a perfect
High tech, right?
example of a mega community project that keeps construction
Wrong! Actually, it's San Joaquin construction workers who are
workers applying trade skills where they live while buying goods and
building the high rise offices and homes that Silicon Valley and San
services here instead of spending wages over the pass in the
Francisco tech workers live and work in.
Bay Area. River Islands has a shovel-ready business park which will consist
Amazingly, 17,000 out of 70,000 commuters are employed in the construction industry, according to reports from the Center for
of five million square feet of office and R&D space, says Project
Business and Policy Research at the University of Pacific.
Director Susan Dell’Osso.
So how do we reduce the commute and keep our construction
“Warehousing and industrial use are not allowed. Our goal is to
workers in San Joaquin County building our communities? Simply
keep head of household jobs in the valley and to reduce or eliminate
locate high technology companies in our communities.
the commute. To do this, we are providing up to $55 million in
Brilliant idea, but who’s doing it?
economic incentives as a magnet for business startups and expansion
River Islands at Lathrop has planned and is under construction
of tech employers into the River Islands Business Park. We look
for just such a community where high tech companies and their
forward to providing a home and a job for more than construction
employees can live, work, play, and belong in a place that is
workers in the near future,” says Dell’Osso
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Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce
@
Wes Rhea: wes@visitstockton.org 209.938.1555
www.stocktonchamber.org
MAY 2016 17
CALENDAR MAY 2016
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Leadership Stockton Politics Session 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. @ The State Capitol New Member Orientation 11 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room May Networking Mixer 5:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. @ DeYoung Memorial Chapel Green Team San Joaquin Meeting 9 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room FRESH Meeting 9 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room GRC Meeting 7:30 a.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room Executive Committee Meeting 7 a.m. @ Stockton Golf & Country Club State of the City 10:30 a.m. @ Port of Stockton, Shed 20 Chamber Board Meeting 4 p.m. @ Stockton Chamber Conference Room
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Chamber Closed Memorial Day
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Dynamic Leadership Tools “Fuel Your Success”
Come to engage in leadership activities, share your mind & learn new skills
June 1 2:00 – 3:30
Stockton Chamber Of Commerce 445 W Weber Ave. Unit 220
Please call or email to register TODAY. Space is limited Jeff Shirk (657)234-3835
Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce
@
info@dynamicbusinesstools.com
www.dynamicleadershiptools.com
Contact the Chamber at 209.547.2770 for more info
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