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Vol. 57 No. 7
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ATHENA Awards
CONTENTS From Your President
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From Your CEO
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Leadership Stockton
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Photograph by Arturo Vera, Arturo Vera Photography
Leadership Stockton Class Picks Community Project
Convention & Visitors Bureau 8 Programs and Public Policy Department
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New Members
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Ribbon Cuttings
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Cover Story
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News Briefs
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Calendar
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CVB Produces Sports Facilities Guide
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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 Debbie Armstrong, Old Republic Title Company SR. VICE PRESIDENT Gary J. Long, Gary J. Long Jewelers FINANCIAL VICE PRESIDENT Steven Crabtree, Herum Crabtree VICE PRESIDENT Blain Bibb, ServiceMaster Building Maintenance VICE PRESIDENT Judith Buethe, Judith Buethe Communications IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Rick Goucher, C B Richard Ellis Commercial Real Estate
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CHAMBER DIRECTORS Stephen Barney, F&M Bank Michael Cera, SMG/Stockton Arena/Bob Hope Theatre Donna DeMartino, San Joaquin Regional Transit District Dan Durst, Durst Contract Interiors Pat Filippone, Stockton Ports Baseball Club Clint Harless, Stockton Auto Glass/Quick’s Glass Service Dan Keyser, Grupe Commercial Company Kenneth Levy, Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC Rich McDonald, Class One Safety Sonya Morgan, External Resources, Inc. Ren Nosky, Downey Brand Darryle Oakman, San Joaquin County Rental Property Association Tina Williams, Pacific Gas & Electric Company Bob Young, Stockton Golf & Country Club CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Douglass W. Wilhoit, Jr.
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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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From Your President... by: Debbie Armstrong
Happy October to all of my fellow
many great people that night. Looking forward,
Stocktonians. Here I am in my 4th month as
we have the ATHENA Awards coming up
Chamber President and I have to tell you what
with two very special people being honored,
a great experience it has been. I would like to
Sara Garfield from TLC School for Homeless
thank all of you for the support of our amazing
Children receiving the ATHENA Award, and
trade show at the University Plaza Waterfront
Angela Rosenquist from Boboli International
Hotel. We had 50 exhibitors and it was a great
LLC receiving the ATHENA Young Professional
success. How about the BEA luncheon? I had
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good people in our community and I hope to see
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From Your CEO... by: Doug Wilhoit
As I sit in my office preparing to write this November article I
could ever imagine. I do know of the problems but I am proud to
see two things. One is a wonderful waterfront coming from the
be an eternal optimist! It has been said that, “Twixt the optimist
waters of the Sierras, leading to the Pacific Ocean via the Port
and the pessimist the difference is droll: The optimist sees the
of Stockton and our 1,000 miles of the Delta. Docked is an old,
doughnut but the pessimist sees the hole.” Well, I always try to
but so beautiful, wooden cabin cruiser, The Florencia (whose
see the doughnut (and not just because cops–or in my case a
homeport is Los Angeles), along with several wooden speedboats
former cop–are eternally connected to doughnuts)!
(maybe one is a Stephen’s made here in Stockton). I pan out to the
In the second paragraph of this article I wrote about
ballpark, the arena, the reborn University Waterfront Plaza Hotel,
being thankful! I am thankful for both long time and newer
and on to the Weber Event Center to Janet Leigh Plaza. I am also
Stocktonians who don’t sit back and just moan and groan, but
so happy to see scores people, including my daughter-in-law
get up and do something to bring good change and improve the
Kathy and granddaughter Nicole, strolling along the Joan Darrah
quality life here in Stockton. One such is Larry Test!
Promenade to enjoy the Haggin Museum plein-art show next to the Waterfront Warehouse.
I hope you read Mike Fitzgerald’s recent Record article on how Larry and others are trying to begin saving the trees of Stockton,
The second sight is in no way as nice – the accumulation of
which have fallen on bad times due to budget cuts. Their new
water hyacinth that is there due to the bureaucrats at the Federal
organization, Stockton Trees, along with the long established
EPA who delayed the permits. They are responsible for taking
“Stockton Beautiful”, are shinning lights in the community and
away from the beauty and investment of the waterfront, and we
your help would be greatly appreciated.
can only hope they will respond better next year (maybe our
I have often written how proud I am to be 5th generation
congressional delegation should be on top of this from the start)!
Stocktonian, and this is a case in point of how many of us who
I wonder what our residents and visitors think about this?
have been here a long time love this community and many stand
Welcome to the month of November, in which we should all be
up to be counted. My family and the Test family have known each
thinking of how thankful we are (actually we should be thinking
other for close to 70 years. My parents and Larry’s mother and
that all year long) for all the blessings we have, and showing our
father, Verna and Lloyd, were dear friends. My sisters, Toni and
collective thanks by understanding the complexity of life as both
Jeannie, and I grew up with Larry and his two brothers, Allen and
individuals and a community. We also show our thanks by being
Roger. Larry and those in his new group are setting the example
taxpaying, honest, law abiding, community minded, giving,
of how in these very difficult times it is up to us to stand up and
respectful, personally responsible and family orientated business
be counted as citizens. We shouldn’t expect a hand out from
owners, employees and just plain good citizens!
government or just “let government do it”, but a hand up by being
It is sad that such a small number of irresponsible takers and
RESPONSIBLE, LAW ABIDING AND THANKFUL CITIZENS
violators of others’ rights feel entitled to not be responsible for
helping our community move forward. I have talked with Larry
themselves or to others garner most of today’s headlines and
and you will be seeing more from him and your Chamber on how
news reports.
you can and must help in this and other areas in our community.
Some folks have from time to time stated that in my position
One final thing I am thankful for is for all of you allowing me
as CEO of the 110-year-old Chamber I see Stockton through
to exercise my freedom of speech and thoughts to share with you
rose-colored glasses and I’m not in touch with the reality of the
each month! God bless and protect all of you, our city, county,
day. Well, unlike most of them, I worked and walked the streets
state and the United States of America!
of Stockton for 68 years and have seen more first hand than they 5
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Leadership Stockton by: Timm Quinn
Leadership Stockton Class Picks Community Project During Annual Retreat Leadership Level Sponsor: Financial Center Credit Union
latest. If you would like more info on Leadership Stockton or wish to sponsor an upcoming session, please contact Timm Quinn at 209.547.2770 or tquinn@stocktonchamber.org.
The Leadership Stockton Class of 2012 chose their class community project at September’s overnight retreat at Camp Lodestar in Wilseyville. The beautiful camp welcomed the class for their retreat with open arms and great weather. The class started the retreat with an expectations exercise, and then it was right into learning the finer points of voting vs. consensus and how they as a class will determine how to choose their community project. Then Chris Stevens (LS Class of 2007) took over and lead the class through some fun team-building games. The highlight was one of the greatest plank board race comebacks of all time! The afternoon brought a fun game called “Little Known Fact Bingo” where the class learned fun, random facts about each other. After that, there was a presentation on accountability from Kimberley Borgens (LS Class of 2002). Then it was time for presentations on the four potential community projects the class was to choose from. After the presentations the class was free to enjoy the amenities of Camp Lodestar for the evening, including a night hike and s’mores around the campfire. The morning light brought a hearty breakfast, followed by a discussion of the pros and cons of all four projects. After a little discussion the class chose their project and planned out the leadership, subcommittees, action plan and timeline for their project. The Class of 2012 has chosen to help Pixie Woods with some much needed renovations and to revive their annual wine tasting event in June. It is going to be a great project! We would like to thank Ramon Valez, Steve Fisk, Kimberley Borgens, Chris Stevens, and Sonya Morgan for coming and working with this year’s class. Also big thanks to Steve, Ramon and Chris who prepared a great BBQ tri-tip dinner provided by the Leadership Stockton Alumni Association. Please look for future updates on this year’s project as we follow the Class of 2012 on their journey through Community Leadership or visit www.leadershipstockton.com for all of the
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Convention & Visitors Bureau by: Wes Rhea
CVB Produces Sports Facilities Guide The Stockton Convention &
Visitors Bureau Attends National Sports Convention The Stockton Convention and Visitors Bureau (SCVB) attended
Visitors Bureau (SCVB) has just
the 2011 TEAMS Conference and Expo in early October at the
released Stockton’s first Sports
Las Vegas Convention Center. The event is the world’s leading
Facilities Guide, a comprehensive
Conference and Expo for the sports-event industry.
guide to local sporting venues.
The SCVB met one-on-one with dozens of sporting event
The guide, to be used for the
planners and rights holders representing a broad variety of
marketing and promotion of
amateur and professional sports from around the country. The
Stockton’s available sporting
SCVB Executive Director and Sales Manager also participated
venues, will be available both
in educational sessions focused on trends, logistics and other
online and in a printed version.
sporting event related issues presented by the leading experts in
Sports marketing for Stockton became the responsibility of the SCVB beginning July 1, and producing this guide was the first
the sports marketing and events industries. More information on the conference can be found at www.teamsconference.com
priority of this new venture. “Having a comprehensive sports facilities guide available to rights holders, sports organization and event planners was a must,” noted Wes Rhea, Executive Director of the SCVB. “We needed this tool to best promote the assets of Stockton and to have something available 24/7 online. We are very excited about how this piece came out, and look forward to sharing it with our partners.” The guide is available on the web at www.StocktonSports.org and printed versions are available from the SCVB. Nearly 30 local facilities are represented in the guide. Limited print runs will be made, allowing the guide to be easily updated and improved regularly. For additional information on the Stockton Sports Facilities Guide, please call Wes at 209.938.1551.
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Be sure to become a fan on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/Stockton.CVB
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A Unique Community Banking Experience
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Programs and Public Policy Department by: Frank Ferral •
Successfully complete the REACON assessment
The REACON Team is the outreach arm of the Green Team San
•
Comply with all environmental regulations
Joaquin. REACON is a collaboration between the Greater Stockton
•
Take steps to conserve natural resources and prevent pollution,
SCHEDULE A REACON ASSESSMENT TODAY
Chamber of Commerce, private businesses, municipal and county
such as using more efficient lighting, purchasing in bulk,
solid waste divisions, economic development professionals and the
watering landscapes efficiently, recycling cardboard, using less
communities of San Joaquin County. Our purpose is to promote
toxic products, etc.
environmental stewardship solutions, to address environmental and
Green businesses receive recognition through:
economic development issues and to create a nexus to
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The Green Business Program website: www. greenteamsanjoaquin.com
enhance the delivery of Chamber services in Stockton and all of San Joaquin County.
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City and agency newsletters
1. Outreach: As an outreach group of the Green Team San Joaquin
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Press coverage, promotional events and special recognition
program, the REACON Team will proactively visit medium to
•
Window plaque
large businesses to share and promote cost-saving green practices
•
Green Business logo to use in your advertising
at their place of business.
Just follow these simple steps to become a Certified Green Business
2. We will provide a REACON assessment. When green practices
1. Contact the REACON team at the Greater Stockton Chamber
and recommended changes are implemented by the company, and
of Commerce. They will provide you with a packet of materials
reviewed by the REACON team, we will qualify the company to be
(available in electronic format only) including:
“Green Certified”.
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A simple one-page application form
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Green Business Program checklist
Recycling Market Development Zone, Commute Connection,
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A link to the Chamber directory of Green Businesses
energy conservation programs, waste audits and ways to reduce air
in your county
3. Programs: REACON Team will provide information on the
pollution. In addition, information on other Chamber programs will be offered. 4. Recognition: “P³ Stewardship” stands for Policies, Practices and Purchasing Stewardship. A P³ Stewardship Award has been developed to recognize businesses that engage in green practices
2. Schedule a visit. If you choose to become certified, we will work with you and help you go through the necessary steps to meet the Green Business Standards. It’s completely voluntary. And, there are no fees involved! 1. Pledge to stay green. Simply take the Green Business Pledge and
and will be acknowledged during the annual Small Business
post it in your place of business! We believe a successful business
Awards each year.
is dependent on a healthy environment. We are actively working
WHY GREEN CERTIFICATION? It Makes Good Business Sense! A green business: Can lower the cost of doing business •
Improves employee morale and the health of the workplace
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Holds a marketing edge over the competition
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Is recognized as an environmental leader
Get recognized for being green. The Green Business Program recognizes businesses that:
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For more info, contact Frank Ferral at fferral@stocktonchamber.org
to show our environmental responsibility to our community by committing to the following objectives: •
To comply with all applicable regulations and strive to
exceed compliance
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To conserve energy, water, materials and other resources
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To develop and implement practices that prevent
pollution and waste
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To be an environmentally responsible business
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New Members
For more information on becoming a new member, please call Matt Anderson at 209.547.2770. Please allow up to 90 days for your listing to show.
Charitable Organizations
Hay Handling, Equipment
Packed with Pride
ACX Pacific Northwest
P.O. Box 692887 Stockton
719 Gills Avenue Stockton
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Contractors General
The Marketing Coach www.acxpacific.com
3104 O Street #217 Sacramento
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Janitorial Supplies
Robert Davis Construction
ProClean Supply
933 N. El Dorado Street #4 Stockton
701 Kearney Avenue Modesto
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Marketing Consultants
www.modestojan.com
Fall Business Trade Show and Passport Mixer Thursday, October 6 at the University Plaza Waterfront Hotel
Oak Valley COmmunity Bank
We Mean Business
Experience business banking the way it should be – the perfect blend of old-fashioned personal service and modern technology to meet your every need. Let us make your business, our business. Lynn Chappell, Ben Ruthman, and Dan Marchione of Hi-Tech with Elisa Luna, Oakdale Branch Manager, 209.343.7632 and Peter Brown, Commercial Loan Officer, 209.844.7522
“Oak Valley provides us with competitive products and financing with a level of old-fashioned service that is hard to find with a large regional bank. They took the time to get to know our business and they worked with us to craft solutions that address our specific needs. ”
Deep Roots ~ Strong Branches
– Dan Marchione, President, Hi-Tech Fire Trucks
1.866.844.7500 • www.ovcb.com
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Ribbon Cuttings
Safe Ship
For additional information go to www.stocktonchamber.org
Podesto Teen Impact Center
3008 East Hammer Lane
Stockton
Hands On Learning
725 North El Dorado Street
Budiselich Flashboard Dam Stockton
Diamond Dental
5757 Pacific Avenue, Suite 132
Stockton
Stockton East Water District
Vintage Plaza
6360 Pacific Avenue, Suite 2
Stockton
352 Malbec Court
Stockton
Attending Ambassadors Greg Alavazo Costco
Tim Aguirre Impact Promotions
Tim Aragon TNT Quick Connect
Debbie Armstrong Old Republic Title Company
Gloria Blaine Basket Caravan
Geri Blas Stockton Post Office
Josh Bower ABS Presort
Carlos Chavez Bank of the West
Mark Christensen NY Life
Carol Clemons Angels Caring Hands
Rebecca Deal Rabobank
Shannon Ding Assemblymember Bill Berryhill’s Office
Kristen Dyke Port City Marketing Solutions
Katherine Edens University of the Pacific
Patti Gulick New Image Signs
Blair Hake Ameriprise Financial Services Inc.
Ann Johnston Mayor of Stockton
Glenn Jose H.O.P.E
Loretta Lee Dept. of Rehabilitation
Jennifer Lewis Hilton Stockton
Marilyn Mason RHA
John Paval Kansas City Life
Ellen Powell Congressman Dennis Cardoza’s Office
Annie Randazzo Allied Waste
Justin Redman Central Valley Community Bank
Diane Reyes St Joseph’s EPA
Michelle Sherlock Optimal Hospice Care
Melanie Speer Costco
Nanette Spitulski Parks Printing
Max Vargas Senator Wolk’s Office
Ed Wanket SJC Worknet
Cindy Ward Xango
Sam Ward Xango
Michael Smith Comcast Cable
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COVER STORY
ATHENA Awards Honoring Women who Support, and Inspire, the Stockton Community By Justin Souza
Every fall for 25 years, the Stockton community eagerly
other women and has made a lasting impact in the Stockton
anticipates the Chamber of Commerce’s selection of two new
community. Each ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award
ATHENA Award winners. The annual awards honor women in
recipient is recognized as a woman under 40 who is a powerful
the community who have demonstrated remarkable qualities of
and active leader rising in Stockton and has already exemplified
leadership, community service and served as an inspiration to
these same ideals.
other women.
ATHENA Award This year, Stockton’s awards committee has chosen lifelong
Since 1982, the ATHENA
educator and CSU Stanislaus Professor Emerita Sara Garfield to
Award has been presented
receive the ATHENA Award.
in communities across the country to publicly acknowledge and celebrate the strength of female leaders. The Award was founded by Martha Mertz in order to help inspire women in the business community to reach their full potential and to create balance
[This is] great motivation to continue to help grow, learn, motivate, and share within the Stockton community in order to strengthen our next generation of professionals
Garfield, who hails from Wisconsin, is the child of two community-minded parents—her mother this year won Woman of the Year in Garfield’s hometown, Superior—who trained her from an early age to support the community and take action when she sees a need. She says she
in leadership worldwide.
was raised to believe that
This award, named for Athena, the Ancient Greek Goddess of
community service is the
Power and Wisdom, is spearheaded by the nonprofit ATHENA
responsibility of every citizen
International. The awards are unique for being a national award
and raised her own daughters to cherish this important lesson,
given locally: nearly 500 different communities, including
as well.
Stockton, hand out the awards annually to honor notable local
During a community-service oriented trip with her daughters
women who have made a real difference at the local or regional
to St. Mary’s Church in 1986, Garfield met David Brewer, Director
level. More than 6,000 worthy recipients in the U.S. and across the
of St. Mary’s Dining Room, and first noticed a need in the
world have been chosen as recipients of the ATHENA Award since
community for a specialized program which could provide a stable
its inception.
education to homeless children who might otherwise have slipped
Within Stockton since 1986, dozens of local women have been honored with the awards. Each annual recipient of the ATHENA Award has led a long career in which she has embodied the core values of strong leadership and community service, helped inspire 13 PORT CALL
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through the cracks of the educational system. Together, Garfield and Brewer set about to address this need. Nine months later, one.TLC School was born. More than 20 years later, this unique credentialed school, operated by the San
Joaquin County Office of Education and staffed by a team of
based Boboli International, LLC. She is also part owner of Mezzo
teachers and volunteers including Garfield, has helped support
Enoteca located in Stockton.
and educate more than 7,000 children living in shelters, transient
Rosenquist is a diligent community servant who serves on the
motels or on the streets of San Joaquin County. In addition
board of directors of Financial Center Credit Union, Saint Mary’s
to education, one.TLC School provides essential emotional,
Interfaith Community Services and Pacific Alumni Association,
psychological and physical support to children during a
among others. She is also a Top Ten Fund Drive Worker with
frightening and traumatic time in their lives.
Pacific Tigers Athletic Association. She is currently pursuing a
Keeping the school running for two decades has been a heroic
Doctorate in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, and
effort for Garfield and for its many other supporters in the
Leadership at California Southern University, Irvine with an
community. Garfield has remained a constant advocate, even
estimated graduation date of May 2012.
going as far as a hearing before the Congressional Education
Rosenquist said that she is honored and humbled to have been
Committee to secure a specific exception for the school in the No
chosen to receive the award. “This not only reflects my feelings
Child Left Behind legislation. Through thick and thin, Garfield has
for Stockton and the growth of young professional women in the
continued to work for the school on a purely volunteer basis, as
area, but also is great motivation to continue to help grow, learn,
she has done for over 20 years.
motivate, and share within the Stockton community in order to
Garfield is quick to point out that she has never supported one. TLC School alone. “I never could have gotten the school running,
strengthen our next generation of professionals.” Garfield and Rosenquist will be presented with their awards at
or kept it running without the help of David Brewer and Helen
the annual ATHENA Luncheon on November 17, 11:30 a.m., at
Crane as well as a lot of community members, organizations
the Stockton Golf and Country Club.
and groups that have supported us over the years.” When the school had to be reorganized a few years ago, Garfield says that San Joaquin County Superintendent of Schools Mick Founts was essential to its continuation. “If it wasn’t for his support, along with that of Stockton Unified and our foundation board we wouldn’t have been able to keep operating.” Garfield’s work with one.TLC School has garnered her numerous national awards over the years, including the President’s Service Award, which was awarded to her in 1995 by President Bill Clinton. On receiving the ATHENA Award, Garfield says she is “humbled and honored to be recognized in our community by a group of such incredible women.” The award is another welldeserved recognition for an important woman for Stockton and for San Joaquin County.
ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award Angela Rosenquist has been chosen to receive this year’s ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award. Rosenquist, a Stockton native and alum of the University of Pacific, is part owner and Vice President Photo: FCCU
of Sales and Marketing with StocktonPhotography by: Arturo Vera, Arturo Vera Photography
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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.
The Greater Stockton
November’s Effective Strategies Group will be presented by Joel
Chamber of Commerce is
Carigan on the topic of “Taking a Greater Market Share in a Down
hosting the Diversity Mixer
Economy”. It will focus on how to aggressively add customers and
at the Haggin Museum on
profits in the toughest economy we’ve ever seen! What businesses
December 1 from
need to do is deliver a superior experience and better service. Join
5:15-7:15 p.m. The Mixer
us November 15 at 8 a.m. in the Chamber Conference Room.
has been in existence
RSVP to Matt Anderson at 209.547.2770 or email
for more than 27 years
manderson@stocktonchamber.org.
with each local Chamber featuring food tastings.
Dr. David G. Styles, an aero/auto historian who has published 20
The Stockton Chamber
books to date, will speak at The Haggin Museum on Thursday,
coordinates the event in partnership with the Hispanic Chamber,
November 3, at 7 p.m. His latest book, “Two Flights to Victory”,
the African-American Chamber and the Asian American
details the series of encounters connecting Lieutenant Colonel
Chamber with the Haggin Museum graciously hosting. Please join
Jimmy Dolittle and Colonel Paul Tibbets, the pilot of the Enola
us for a amazing evening of networking. Call 209.547.2770 for
Gay. This event is part of the museum’s 1st & 3rd Thursdays series,
more information.
featuring complimentary wine and snacks beginning at 6:30 p.m. Call 209.940.6315 or visit www.hagginmuseum.org.
City of Stockton Offers Loans to Businesses and Commercial Property Owners Federal funding is available through the city’s
Stockton Women’s Network November 2 luncheon features
Facade Improvement Forgivable and Small Business Micro
its Annual Silent Auction for Scholars. Proceeds benefit
Loan programs. The Facade program assists property owners in
SWN’s annual scholarship fund. The luncheon is held at the
making exterior improvements to commercial buildings. The
Stockton Golf & Country Club from 11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Visit
Micro Loan program provides loans of up to $30,000 to Stockton
our website at www.StocktonWomensNetwork.org or call
businesses at favorable interest rates. For more information, call
209.472.0359 for more information.
the Economic Development Department at 209.937.8530 or visit www.stocktongov.com. The excitement of Stockton Thunder hockey continues for the Trusted Advisor to Successful Business Owners and Families Since 1976.
captivating entertainment for the whole the family. All Chamber
35th Anniversary in business!
members receive up to $5 off on tickets for the first four Thunder
“Thanking my clients and associates for
home games, which include Opening Night and Pink Weekend on November 4 & 5. To order tickets, contact the Thunder at (209) 373-1500 or visit www.stocktonthunder.com.
their business and support over these past years; and welcome many more years of service. -Dennis J. Goldstrand, CLU, ChFC, AEP
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2800 W. March Lane, Suite 326 Stockton, CA 95219-8202
www.goldstrand.com
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209-472-7000 | 800-507-9911 209-472-1551 fax
planning@goldstrand.com
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2011-12 season, featuring exciting, fast paced action hockey and
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We Buy Gold & Old Jewelry Bring in broken, damaged, unused or unwanted jewelry and get top dollar! - Local business for over 25 years - We buy gold year round - No waiting to get paid by mail
November 2011
GOLD IS AT AN
Highlights
ALL TIME HIGH! –
11/3 - Networking Mixer – 5:15-7:15 p.m. @ Midtown Optometry 1101 E. March Lane, #0, 95210
NEARLY $1,400 AN OUNCE
WE PAY CASH!
Don’t risk being paid by out of town checks that might bounce
Gary J. Long J E W E L E R S
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Networking Mixer – 5:15-7:15 p.m. @ Midtown Optometry 1101 E. March Lane, #0, 95210
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Leadership Stockton History, Arts & Culture Session 8 a.m.-5 p.m. @ Haggin Museum
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Green Team San Joaquin – 9 a.m. @ Chamber Conference Room
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Manufacturers Industrial Distribution Roundtable 7:30 a.m. @ TBA
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Chamber office closed, Veterans Day
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Liaison Committee Meeting – 12 p.m. @ Chamber Conference Room
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Effective Strategies Group – 8 a.m. @ Chamber Conference Room
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Chamber Executive Committee Meeting – 7 a.m. @ Stockton Golf & Country Club
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ATHENA Award Luncheon – 11:30 a.m. @ Stockton Golf & Country Club
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Business Education Alliance – 3:30 p.m. @ Chamber Conference Room
your jeweler for life’s celebrations
320 lincoln center, stockton 477-6881 gjlongjewelers.com
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BEHIND EVERY GREAT ACHIEVEMENT IS A GREAT OFFICE
24 & 25 Chamber office closed, Thanksgiving Holiday also don’t miss...
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NEW AND USED OFFICE FURNITURE | OFFICE SUPPLIES | MOVING SERVICES
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12/1 - Diversity Mixer with all 4 Chambers participating – 5:15-7:15 p.m. @ The Haggin Museum 1201 N. Pershing, Stockton, 95203
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Contact the Chamber at 209.547.2770 for more info
Accidents happen. And it’s nice to know that you have a team you can trust to restore your vehicle and your peace of mind with detailed estimates, high-quality auto body and mechanical repair, and friendly service.
We understand that repairing your vehicle correctly is only half the job. Providing you with the most honest and reliable service available is a priority.
Collision Center Located in the Stockton Auto Mall
That’s why we provide daily status updates on your vehicle, offer a lifetime warranty and provide on-site rental cars.
• We lifetime warranty on paint, body & metal repair • We service all makes & models • Quick turnaround • Rental cars available on-site at a discounted rate • Factory-trained technicians • State-of-the-art equipment • ASE • I-Car
technicians technicians
• All insurance companies welcome • We also specialize in RV repair • Free estimates • Competitve pricing
Check out our new State-of-the-Art Facility!
3282 Auto Center Circle, Stockton, CA 95212
209-870-4375 l www.BigValleyOnline.com Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am to 5:00pm
Fifth Annual “Lunch at the Landfill” Reduce • Reuse • Recycle this Holiday Season
• Lunch served under the tent
Date: December 14th Time: 11:30 am
• Tours available
Lunch at the Landfill
Forward Landfill
9999Date: S. Austin Road, 8 December Stockton, CA11:30 am Time: (Arch Road East to Austin Rd., turn right)
• Bring a new unwrapped toy for the Child Abuse Prevention Council of San Joaquin County, and lunch is on us!
Sponsored by the partners of the Green Team San Joaquin and Allied Waste
• To RSVP, please email fferral@stocktonchamber.org • For more information visit greenteamsanjoaquin.com
Tours immediately after.
A program of the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce GREEN TEAM SAN JOAQUIN