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2009 Citizen of the Year.......................................................... pg. 4 Meet the Chamber Staff............................................................ pg. 5 City of Temecula........................................................................... pg. 9 Ribbon Cuttings......................................................................... pg. 10
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New Members............................................................................... pg. 11 Chamber Connections............................................................. pg. 18 Chamber Calendar................................................................... pg. 26 Community Calendar............................................................... pg. 27 Directors
Nancy Austin, Grubb & Ellis Tony Berardino, Cornerstone E & S Insurance Services Dan Brunell, Dearborn West, LLC
26790 Ynez Court, Temecula, CA 92591 Phone: 951.676.5090 Fax: 951.694.0201 Email : info@temecula.org Mission Statement
The mission of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce is to promote the economic environment of all member businesses and by so doing will support the programs which preserve and improve the quality of life.
Officers Chairman of the Board — Stan Harter, Reid & Hellyer, A Professional Corporation
First Vice Chairman — Kelly Neu, Premier Marketing/Valley Events Second Vice Chairman — Isaac Lizarraga, Rancho Ford Lincoln Mercury Treasurer — Jerry Konchar, Pechanga Resort & Casino Secretary — Janet Scott, Bank of America
Teresa Fleege, Southwest Healthcare System Ron Guerriero, Edge Development, Inc. Jeff Kurtz, The Promenade Temecula Shane Lesovsky, Temecula Valley Communications Suzanne Lingold, California State University San Marcos Paul Nolta, Small Business Development Center Tom Paradis, The Press-Enterprise Janese M. Reyes, Community Little Book Karen Roberts, Kaiser Permanente Bill Seltzer, Temecula Valley Golf School Jackie Steed, Clear Blue Promotions Roger Ziemer, The Gas Company
Management Team
Alice Sullivan, President CEO Laura Turnbow, Chief Operations Officer Kimberly Freize-Uhler, Membership Director Katie Edmonds, Membership Coordinator Yvonne Ruiz, Membership Coordinator Jennifer Cloud, Special Events Director Jeanette Kristensen, Resource Coordinator Lynn Collett, Resource Coordinator Emily Pulley, Communications Director Karen Ratkowski, Operations Assistant Justin Lawler, Creative Director Jeremy Harris, Legislative Council
Committees
Legislative Council Chair — Roger Ziemer, Membership Services Chair — Lori Maruffo, Virtual Outsourcing Solutions Co Chair — Ryan Andrews – Integrity Journal Co Chair — Adam Ruiz – A R Home Loans Direct Inc. Business Development Resources Chair — Laura Bruno, Referral Institute VYP Chair — Adam A. Ruiz, A R Home Loans Direct, Inc. and Tiffany Carreon, Computer Max Co-Chairs — Ashley Garing & Lynne Kristensen, The Temecula Insider; Martin Canchola, Pro Internet Strategies; Michael Klein & Nicole Albrecht, Financial Accounting Services, Inc.; Jennifer Weidinger, Commerce Bank of Temecula Valley; Victor Bottino, Temecula Stage Stop Deadline for text is the 10th of the preceding month, and deadline for inserts is the 10th of the preceding month. Members wishing to submit articles for upcoming issues of Temecula Today, please submit to emily@temecula.org. Flyer insert: To reserve space for an insert, please call Alice Sullivan at 951.676.5090 For advertising opportunities please call Emily Pulley 951.676.5090
The opinions and views expressed in Temecula Today are those of the writer or person interviewed and are not necessarily those of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce, its Officers or Board of Directors, the editor, or the advertisers in Temecula Today, The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce endorses no person, political candidate, or opinion unless specifically stated. The publisher accepts advertising on the condition that at no time shall the publisher’s liability exceed the cost of space involved, and the publisher is not liable for incidental or consequential damages.
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Getting to Know the 2009 Citizen of the Year
Kim Kelliher, Co-Owner of the Grapeline Wine Country Shuttle Tell us about your business. How did you come up with the idea to open a shuttle business? Did you ever think it would be as successful as it is? I was working for Wilson Creek Winery in the early 2000s, and my husband, John, was traveling a great deal internationally and commuting to Irvine. We wanted to do something local, and John saw the need for better airport shuttle service from this area. I thought an airport shuttle business sounded kind of boring and said, “How about a winery shuttle?” People were always asking for that sort of thing at the wineries. Our original idea was to focus on airport service during the week, and do a wine shuttle on the weekends. Did we think it would be successful? Yes! We had no other choice but to think that as we sunk our life savings into the idea. There were definitely some shaky and depressing times in the first year (2002), but we are pretty happy with where we are today. Number of children? Three sons: Carsen 17, Parker 14, Weston 12 (will be 13 in May) Best advice at being a mother? Don’t sweat the small stuff… at least that’s what I try to tell myself! I think it’s just really important that your kids know you think they are awesome, that you are behind them 100 percent, and that you love them unconditionally. Do you have any Pets? We have a German shepherd mix, Pepper, and a black Lab, Sammy. My oldest son also has a corn snake named Yogurt (we have no idea why he named it that). What is your hobby? My favorite past-time is tennis. I play in local USTA leagues, and I play with my husband. Though I don’t make a lot of time for it, I also love snow-skiing and water-skiing. Gardening is the favorite hobby I rarely do, but hope to do more of in my “retirement” some day. A favorite childhood memory? My dad is a true Arizona cowboy, so we had a couple horses when I was in high school. I remember riding bareback around rural Lehi, Ariz., with my friend, stopping at a local fruit and nut stand for snacks, and just feeling free. What was your first job? Salad stocker at Bonanza Steakhouse at age 16! My first real job was selling advertising for ABC Talkradio while I was in college. And my first post-graduate job was as a political reporter in Washington, D.C.
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Favorite vacation? Our family took a barge down the Shannon River in Ireland two summers ago, and it was absolutely amazing. Every day we would pull into a different little town, and – while we were exploring the castles and other sites – the captain’s wife (a chef) would go buy fresh vegetables, herbs, cheeses and meats to make a five-star dinner that evening. The scenery was amazing. I’m definitely hooked on barges, and would recommend it to anyone. Why Temecula? John has relatives (John & Christine McCusker) who we visited here in the early 90s. We were living in Tucson, Ariz., at the time. I remember walking near the duck pond and thinking, “I could live here.” It just seemed like a really nice town. When John took a job in Irvine in 1997, we looked at houses in Orange County and houses here, and decided we could afford a lot more house and yard in Temecula for our three boys. So, the commute began! Why do you think it’s important to give back to the community? We live in a great town… it’s like a little Utopia. Anything I can do through my business, or through my actions, that helps support Temecula and its citizens, I’m happy to do. To me, that’s the best part about owning a business. You have something of value to give back to a place that you really love. I’ve never lived anywhere else where there are so many people with a willingness to give back. It’s refreshing. What advice would you give to those who are thinking of starting their own business? Install good screening and hiring practices from the very beginning. Try to avoid hiring friends. It’s just too tough on those relationships. Document everything, and go in with a solid business plan. Everything will probably change, but the plan helps you stay focused on what was originally important. Why do you feel it is important to be a member of the TVCC? It’s just a great way to stay connected to the rest of the business community and to form mutually beneficial relationships. And I think the TVCC staff offers a lot of support to your business in small ways every day.
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part of such a dynamic group of like minded professionals.” But it’s not just about the daily grind; the Chamber staff truly cares about its members. “We take pride in assisting our members, listening to their needs, and providing opportunities for growth,” said Kimberly Freize Uhler, Membership Director. “The Chamber makes every effort to represent the interests of our members as well as promote Temecula as a thriving community and a great place to live, work, shop, and play,” continued Jennifer Cloud, Special Events Director. “Our programs and services are designed to enhance the community’s quality of life.”
Since 1966, the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce has been in business to serve the Valley’s business community. The Chamber has been an integral part of the community in assisting to establish the Balloon & Wine Festival, Economic Development Corp., and the Convention & Visitors Bureau. When asked about the TVCC and its staff, Alice Sullivan, President and CEO of the Chamber said, “We have the very best staff and they work very hard to assist and promote the success of the business community. I strongly believe every business in our community should be a member of the Chamber. Everything we do affects the community, every program, every project, if it’s promoting the “Shop Temecula First” program; business advocacy; educational programs, it’s all a part of economic development and improving our quality of life.” One of the cutting edge programs recently started at the chamber is the ValleyYoung Professional. Heading up this group is Chamber staff member, Katie Edmonds. “Since my involvement as the director of Valley Young Professionals I have been introduced to countless inspirational young people who have strived to achieve their business goals,” said Edmonds. “Their drive has inspired me tremendously and it is very exciting to be a
The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce is here to assist you… if you are a business owner, an employee, a citizen, a visitor, or new to the area. Visit the Chamber office, located at 26790 Ynez Court, today and you’ll be surprised to meet such great staff like Lynn Collett, who does an amazing job at making people feel welcomed. To learn more about the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce visit www.temecula.org or call 951-676-5090. Welcome New Ambassadors! In Photo (from left to right): Gina Fogelmanis, Sexton Advisory Group; Kaila Wilson, L 15:25 Dance Studio; Ed Batto, National Van Lines Agent; Leonard J. Santos, CGC Sleep Lab LLC; Jerri Selway, Pacific Western Bank; Alisa Garrett, Pacific Western Bank; Current Ambassador Co-Chair Ryan Andrews, Integrity Journal; Current Ambassador Erne Orin, Cardmailbox.com; Jeannie Openshaw, Wright Productions and Jamal Cumberbatch, L 15:25 Dance Studio.
See you at the Green at the Wine Country Classic sponsored by EDGE Development The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce Wine Country Classic is shaping up to be the premier golf tournament for the Valley. The classic will be held on Friday, May 7, 2010 at Journey at Pechanga. The Chamber would like to thank the many sponsors that made this tournament possible: Title Sponsor – EDGE Development Inc. Tee Box Sponsor – Abbott Vascular, Pechanga Resort & Casino and Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. Banquet Sponsor – American AgCredit Lunchbox Sponsor – Brandman University Golf Cart Sponsor – Community Little Book, Inc. Putting Green Sponsor – CR&R Recycling & Refuse Service Marketing Sponsor – Southern California Gas Company Eagle Sponsors – Loma Linda University Medical Center Murrieta, Layton Construction, Pacific Western Bank, Southwest Healthcare System, Rosenstein & Hitzeman, Temecula Dental Practice & Orthodontics Birdie Sponsors – Reid & Hellyer, A Professional Corporation and Pacific Marine Credit Union
Par Sponsors – Clear Blue Promotions, Sexton Advisory Group, Granite Construction Company, Humana Inc., Keck Insurance, Real Goods Solar and State Farm Insurance Agent Julie Ngo Driving Range Sponsor – Dearborn West LLC Temecula Today | May/June 2010
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Partners in Learning
Helping the Local Libraries Partners in Learning is the partnership between the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Friends of the Temecula Library which helps our local libraries buy books! To help spread the word and support the cause, you can now buy a variety of bookmarks promoting Partners in Learning for $1.00. These unique bookmarks are for sale at the Chamber office. Get yours today!
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Did you know that between July 2009 and March 2010 the TVCC Online Directory had 42,073 hits and 768,957 unique page views? The TVCC Webpage had over 20,000 unique hits in January and February of this year.
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Economic Trends and Factors
What Economic Trends and Factors will Affect Your Business in 2010 The 2010 Business & Economic Forecast is scheduled for Tuesday, June 29, 2010 at Pechanga South Coast Winery Resort & Spa. Presented by Southwest Riverside County Association of Realtors and Comerce Bank of Temecula Valley, Dr. John Husing will discuss key economic activity in 2010 and give his outlook on the economy for the near future. The forecast will begin at the national level and then discuss the economy in California and then the Temecula Valley. Key areas that will be discussed
are job growth, housing market, education statistics, and international trade. If you do business in Southwest California you’re not going to want to miss this year’s Economic Forecast. The event will begin at 7:30 a.m. with Breakfast followed by Dr. John Husing’s presentation at 8:00 a.m. Reservations are now being accepted at $40 per person or $500 for a corporate table of 10 guests. You may make your reservations online at www.temecula.org or by calling the Chamber office at 951. 676.5090.
Witness a Grand Gathering of the World Cultures 2010 TVCC china Trip
The Chamber has secured the 2010 dates for our Annual China Tour from September 28, 2010 through October 6, 2010. Included in this trip is the unique experience of visiting Shanghai during the World Expo 2010. The World visitors can discover China for a phenomenal rate of $1,899 per person and includes airfare, 4 to 5 star accommodations, and meals. Passengers in 2010 will be offered a wonderful opportunity to visit to the Great Wall, Tian Men Square, beautiful gardens and learn about China’s rich culture. 2010 World Expo, themed “Better City Better Life”, is hosted this year in Shanghai and is the third largest event in the world. It is an international exposition that covers over 5 square kilometers and displays exhibitors from over 200 countries. For more information please contact Jennifer Cloud at 951-676-5090.
Wine and Bingo Save the Date
Friday, August 13 5:30-8:30pm Wilson Creek Winery The Chamber’s Wine & Bingo event is just that…WINE and BINGO! It’s a casual, fun night out with members of the Chamber and of the local community. A great opportunity to play a few games of B.I.N.G.O. and taste some of Temecula’s finest wines. $25 includes admission, 9 games of bingo and appetizers. Additional bingo cards for sale at event, cash bar. $300 cash prize! To sign up for this great event go online or call the chamber today.
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Valley Young Professionals DID YOU KNOW? Customer Alert – Misleading Business Solicitations Have you heard? The Secretary of State’s office has been advised that solicitation letters are being sent to California businesses encouraging them to comply with their California Corporations Code filing obligations by submitting fees and documents to a third party rather than by filing directly with the Secretary of State’s office. Posted November 23, 2009 Misleading Termination Solicitations: A private company has been soliciting business through mass mailings to corporations and limited liability companies with a solicitation to terminate the business entity. Posted February 19, 2009 Misleading Statement of Information Solicitations: Certain private companies have been soliciting business through mass mailings to corporations and limited liability companies with a solicitation similar to a Statement of Information that is required to be filed with the Secretary of State. These solicitations are not being made by the California Secretary of State’s office and are not being made by or on behalf of any governmental entity. Although a business entity can use an intermediary to submit filings and fees to our office, no business is required to go through another company in order to file its documents with the Secretary of State’s office. What to do if this happens to you… California businesses that receive one of these fraudulent solicitation letters can mail a written complaint along with the entire solicitation (including the solicitation letter, the outer and return envelopes, and all related documents) to the California Attorney General’s office, Public Inquiry Unit, P.O. Box 944255, Sacramento, California 942442550. A complaint form, which can be completed online and printed to mail, is available on the California Attorney General’s website at www.ag.ca.gov/consumers/general.php. Article brought to you by Valley Young Professional’s Civic CoChair Jennifer Weidinger, Commerce Bank of Temecula Valley, 951.973.7400.
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VYP Habitat for HumanitY Temecula Chamber’s Valley Young Professionals give back to the Community - Support Habitat for Humanity International in Helping Rebuild Local Homes VYP helped support the Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley Chapter Saturday, March 20, 2010 when individuals from the group donated a majority of their day assisting the organization in rebuilding four recently purchased foreclosure houses in Murrieta. Volunteers were asked to landscape the front yards, paint and clean the homes in order to get them ready for the new owners to move in. The Inland Valley Chapter purchased homes in the Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, and Perris communities and plan to repair and restore these homes in the coming months. “We were thrilled to have such a large turnout on Saturday because it proved yet again the Valley Young Professionals are more than just a networking group,” said Tiffany Carreon, VYP Committee Chair. “It was great to meet the individuals receiving the homes and to see the joy in their face as we made a house their home! We are looking forward to working with Habitat for Humanity again in the future.” Article written by Ashley Garing and Lynne Kristensen with The Temecula Insider, VYP Committee Public Relations Co-Chairs
A Message from Local Law Enforcement The City of Temecula
Riverside County Sheriff’s Department Southwest Sheriff’s Station Temecula Police Department
advertising your collection to the would-be thief. Park your vehicle in a well lit and very public place.
Stan Sniff, Sheriff-Coroner
When at home, keep your doors locked while inside and keep your garage door closed. All too often, someone sees a desirable object inside your garage and steals it; all the while you were in the back yard or inside your house.
Andre O’Harra, Captain/Chief of Police City of Temecula Police Department would like to emphasize to the citizens that it serves to practice safety when it comes to their homes, vehicles and valuables. Crimes of opportunity, such as larceny related crimes, are a result of forgetfulness on the part of the property owner, coupled with the presence and opportunity of the violator. Larceny crimes include, but are not limited to shoplifting and petty theft. It is these crimes that take the biggest toll on Temecula’s citizens. These crimes are easily preventable and deterred.
These are common sense approaches to protecting your property and yourself. Take the extra time to ensure your valuables are kept from view and you won’t find yourself a victim of someone whose day is spent trying to find something for free. If you have any questions or concerns related to protecting your personal property, please contact the Temecula Police Department at (951) 6963000.
Many of these crimes take place in either retail or residential areas. Thefts are from unlocked vehicles, open garages, front yards, vacant residences, etc. Owners are just running into the store for a minute, or are preoccupied inside their homes when some person comes along, spots an item and steals it. The Temecula Police Department urges its citizens to take that extra minute to protect their property from theft. If possible, mark your valuable property using an engraver in a location only you would know. Keep a copy of all serial numbers as well as receipts and photographs of valuable property for tracking and insurance purposes. If you leave your home, set the house alarm if you have one installed. Ensure all doors and windows are locked and secure. It may be a nice day outside and one worthy of airing out the house. However a screen is very easy to remove to gain entry into a home. A secured window just may deter a potential thief from victimizing your home or worse yet, having you come home, surprising the intruder. When driving around town, upon parking your vehicle, lock all the doors. Do not leave any item of value in view. Place items into your trunk, out of sight of potential thieves who are walking around parking lots looking for an open door and a lap top to steal. One particular item that advertises your property is the CD holder on your visor. This may be an easy location to have access to your CD’s, however it is also
Catch a Ride with RTA
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Did you know you can catch a ride with the Riverside Transit Agency by purchasing tickets at the Chamber office? The Chamber is offering 30 day passes for those commuting from Escondido and Oceanside to Temecula as well as the General 30 day local passes. We also offer Student, Youth and Senior, Disabled and Medicare passes. Contact the Chamber for pricing at 951-6765090 or info@temecula.org.
Here is some exciting news about a new group medical program now available for members of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce. The program is Ben-e-lect and it promises to lower the cost of your group medical plans without reducing your benefits.
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The results prove that the Ben-e-lect plan will: • Lower a group’s cost by 30% or more • Improve benefits in nearly every situation • Put members in control of their plans • Lower cost and better benefits If you would like to see how the Ben-e-lect Plan will work for you contact us at 951.676.5090. Temecula Today | May/June 2010
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce celebrates each new member with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony. Or, if you are an existing member and move locations let the business community know with a ribbon cutting. Contact the Membership Department to learn more call 951-676-5090.
John P. Dubots Capital Management, LLC John Dubots 27710 Jefferson Avenue Ste. 101 Temecula, CA 92590 (951)699-1502 www.JPDCapitalManagement.com
Century 21 Wright Debbie Fox 30610 Rancho California Road Temecula, CA 92591 (951)694-5300 www.C21Wright.com
Department of Veterans Affairs Temecula Vet Center 40935 County Center Drive Temecula, CA 92591 (951)296-5608 www.LomaLinda.VA.gov
Home Again Consignments Leigh Chipman 28780 Old Town Front Street B-11 Temecula, CA 92590 (951)695-2349
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Local Trends Dina Jackson 43053 Margarita Rd. Ste. B102 Temecula, CA 92592 (951)699-5444
L 15:25 Dance Studio Lamaj Entertainment LLC Kaila Wilson 33321 Temecula Pkwy Ste. 103 Temecula, CA 92592 (951)595-9082
New Members
A Very Special Welcome Financial Services PNC Mortgage Dennis Hemm 26490 Ynez Road Ste. J Temecula, CA 92591 (951)699-6167 (951)699-2758 PNCMortgage.com
Restaurant Original Roadhouse Grill Chuck Donnelly 26440 Ynez Road Temecula, CA 92590 (951)719-3389 (951)719-3289 originalroadhousegrill.com
Health Care Services Neighborhood Healthcare Connie Burke 41002 County Center Dr. Temecula, CA 92591 (760)520-8365 nhcare.org
Retail Local Trends Dina Jackson 43053 Margarita Road Ste. B102 Temecula, CA 92592 (951)699-5444
Real Estate Home Smart Real Estate Michelle Otto 41607 Margarita Rd. Ste. 102 Temecula, CA 92591 (951)609-8014 (951)491-7888 michelleotto.com
Property Management Prescott Companies, The Gloria Todisco 27720 Jefferson Avenue #200 Temecula, CA 92590 (951)699-7656 (951)699-8196 prescottmgt.com
Information Technology FXMIT, Inc. Fernando Martinez 41769 Enterprise Circle North Ste.207 Temecula, CA 92591 (951)296-3000 (951)514-2505 fxmit.com
Computers Mytho Technology Stefani Laszko 41725 Elm Street Ste. 302 Murrieta, CA 92562 (951)813-2672 (951)848-9656 mythostech.com
Publishers - Newspapers San Diego Union-Tribune, The Traci Hong 1152 Armorlite Drive San Marcos, CA 92069-1441 (619)293-2415 (619)293-2132 uniontrib.com
Accounting / Finance Roiz Accounting Services Dawn Roiz 27581 Marian Road Temecula, CA 92591 (760)443-4564 mobiletaxgirl.com
Insurance Falcon West Insurance Brokers, Inc. Matthew Portillo 2525 Camino Del Rio S. Ste#100 San Diego, CA 92108 (619)890-3220 (619)297-3924 falconwestins.com
Business Coach Morrison McNabb James McLaughlin Temecula, CA 92591 (951)225-2179 morrisonmcnabb.com
Non Profit All From the Heart Judy Harter 40365 Via Francisco Murrieta, CA 92562 (951)440-9051 (951)506-3770 allfromtheheart.org
Coffee Houses Cafe Bravo Kristin Marutsos Murrieta, CA 92562 (951)304-9998 (951)304-9302 cafebravomurrieta.com
Carpet Cleaning Homesiteservices Mike Graciano Temecula, CA 92592 (951)215-9145 (951)543-4228 homesiteservices.net
Insurance Hatter, Williams & Purdy Insurance Denise Eells, Commercial 43446 Business Park Drive Temecula, CA 92590 (951)296-6833 (951)296-6843 hwpinsurance.com Entertainment L 15:25 Dance Studio Kaila Wilson 33321 Temecula Pkwy Ste. 103 Temecula, CA 92592 (951)595-9082 Attorneys Bethel Law Corporation Dale Bethel 28765 Single Oak Drive Ste. 150 Temecula, CA 92590 (951)694-0326 (951)695-1088 bethellaw.com Property Taxes Commercial Property Tax Associates Lydia Taylor 27292 Via Industria Temecula, CA 92590 (951)296-9977 (951)296-0202 capta1.com Insurance Sagicor Claims Management Tara Steele Three Betterworld Circle, Ste. 210 Temecula, CA 92590 (951)676-7016 (951)676-7017 Dentists Sunshine Dental Inc. Phillip Chien 31493 Rancho Pueblo Rd. Temecula, CA 92592 (951)302-6797 Insurance - Health Ben-E-Lect Chamber Coordinator PO Box 7809 Visalia, CA 93290 (888)886-7973 (559)635-6527 chamber.benelect.com Dog Training Dog Pro Tim Church 31915 Rancho California Rd. Ste. 200 Temecula, CA 92591 (951)501-9244 dogproinc.com
Psychologist Dr. Ginette Perrin Psychologist Ginette Perrin 28581 Front Street Ste. 106 Temecula, CA 92590 (619)955-2059 Organizations YMCA Southwest Family Kyra Pelachik 29119 Margarita Road Temecula, CA 92591 (951)677-9622 (951)296-5495 riversideymca.org/sw.html Attorney Services Law Offices of Matthew Golding Matthew Golding 39252 Winchester Road Ste. 107-326 Murrieta, CA 92563 (877)624-5298 (877)624-5298
Embroidery Let’s Get Personal Kim Beck 32839 Temecula Parkway B Temecula, CA 92592 (951)302-9899 (951)302-9930 letsgp.com Construction Southern California Real Estate Rehab Inc. Mike Barochiere 40335 Winchester Road Temecula, CA 92591 (951) 942-5035 (951) 346-3482 rerehab.com Individual Frana, Jeffrey Jeffrey Frana Temecula, CA 92591 (951)972-2867 Retail Foot Solutions Chelsie Cadieux 29700 Rancho California Road Ste. G7 Temecula, CA 92591 (951)506-6325 (951)506-6382
Insurance Farmers Ins. Deanne Carlson Agency Becca Hoffman 43920 Margarita Road Ste. A Temcula, CA 92592 (951)302-5200 (951)302-0915 DeanneCarlson.com
Insurance Just Get Insurance Agency Tanya Giansante 32848 Wolf Store Road Ste. B Temecula, CA 92592 (951)302-1000 (877)889-8742 jgifinancialservices.com
Website - News Media Temecula Insider, The Ashley Garing/Lynne Kristensen 31805 Temecula Parkway Ste. 639 Temecula, CA 92592 (951)225-8572 thetemeculainsider.com
Financial Investments Wells Fargo Private Bank Claudine Bachelor 25240 Hancock Avenue Ste. 300 Murrieta, CA 92562 (951)816-3227 wellsfargo.com
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Renewing Members Thank You
ABC Child Care Center Allie’s Party Equipment Rentals, Inc. Arthur Murray Dance Studio Baskin Robbins / TOGOS Bear Creek Golf Club Bryant Insurance and Financial Services CPL-Cable, Pipe & Leak Detection, Inc. California Southwestern Insurance Agency California T’s Screen Printing & Embroidery, Inc. Cardmailbox.com Carol’s Restaurant at Baily Winery Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage DCH Auto Group Temecula Daniel E. Greene CPA Eagle’s Mark Econ. Dev. Corp. of Southwest California Equity Management Fish Window Cleaning Heritage Community Hidden Market Realty Image Zone J. DeArmond Design La Quinta Inn & Suites Melody’s Ad Works, Inc. Mike’s Dry Cleaning Valet Neil, Dymott, Frank, McFall & Trexler APL Our Nicholas Foundation PCS Building Maintenance Parks & Oberhansley, APLC Paulson Mfg. Corp Promenade Temecula Ramona VNA & Hospice Rancho Family Medical Group Rancho Ford Lincoln Mercury Reflections Pool & Spa Services RipTide Systems Soroptimist International of Tri-Valley South County Pest Control Southern California Gas Company Super Media, Official Publisher of Verizon Swenson Advisors, LLP Temecula Town Center/In care of Center Attractions Temecula Valley Music for Young Children Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association Travel by Cheryl Valley Business Journal, The Wealthy Outstanding Women Wholesale Mortgage Source Wine Company, The Wine Country Pools & Supplies YMCA Southwest Family
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Winner of the Ireland trip James is going to Ireland!
Congratulations to James Swecker of Temecula, he was the lucky winner of the Chamber’s “Win a Trip to Ireland” Drawing. The drawing was held at the April mixer at DCH Auto Group Temecula. The drawing awarded one lucky person a ticket to enjoy the Shades of Ireland tour. Vacationers on the Shades of Ireland tour will experience all that Ireland has to offer from October 12th thru October 21st. Reasonably priced at $2,699 tour includes Air fare, hotel accommodations and 13 meals. Cities visited will include Dublin, Kilkenny, Waterford, Blarney Stone, Killarney and Limerick. For more information on this tour and the others that the Chamber offers contact Jennifer Cloud at 951-676-5090.
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Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce Takes Action on June 8 Statewide Propositions! The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce has reviewed and issued positions for the June 2010 statewide election. The following statewide Propositions are only the beginning of what is expected to be a busy election year with many more Propositions expected in November. The chamber will continue to be diligent in reviewing each Proposition and the impact each may have on the Temecula Valley business community. Proposition 13: Property Tax: New Construction Exclusion: Seismic Retrofitting Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce Position: SUPPORT Proposition 13 would prohibit tax assessors from re-evaluating new construction for property tax purposes when the new construction is consider earthquake safety improvements. Tax assessors would only be allowed to re-evaluate for property tax purposes after the building has been sold. The chamber believes this would be a benefit to owners of existing structures that have complied with earthquake retrofitting laws. Proposition 13 would also ensure equal treatment of property owners who incorporate the seismic safety improvements. Proposition 14: Elections: Open Primaries Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce Position: NEUTRAL Proposition 14 would require that candidates run in a single primary open to all registered voters, with the top two vote-getters meeting in a runoff. This system would take place in the 2012 elections. This Proposition would not affect Presidential and political party leadership positions. The chamber believes that more research needs to be done on the Open Primary System. Voters in 2004 defeated a similar Proposition, however other states have similar systems in place which believe to allow candidates to take positions on issues that they feel are right for their constituents without fear of retribution from political parties or special interests. Proposition 15: California Fair Election Act Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce Position: OPPOSE This Proposition was placed on the ballot by legislation (AB 583/ Hancock). Proposition 15 would institute a pilot program of publiclyfinanced elections for the office of California Secretary of State. The publically-financed election would be funded by taxing lobbyists, lobbying firms and lobbyist employers. The Proposition is currently the subject of litigation. The chamber has historically opposed tax increases on any single industry. The chamber believes that even though Proposition 15 is a pilot program aimed at only one particular political office, the ultimate goal would be to spread this effort to other political offices and increase the taxing of the lobby industry to pay for publicfinanced elections. A similar measure in Vermont was ruled to violate the United States Constitution.
Proposition 17: Continuous Coverage Auto Insurance Discount Act Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce Position: SUPPORT Proposition 17 amends Proposition 103, passed by the voters in 1988, to authorize the use of an additional discount on premiums for automobile insurance policies. In particular, the act would allow an insurer to offer a “continuous coverage” discount to new customers who have maintained their coverage while they previously were customers of another insurer. Continuous coverage is defined to also include applicants who experienced up to a 90-day lapse in coverage in the past five years for any reason other than nonpayment of their insurance premiums. The chamber supports this effort as many other states currently allow a discount for continuous coverage when switching between insurance companies. The chamber also believes that this type of offer will lead to consumers having access to competitive or lower rates if an insured driver decides to change their insurance company. The chamber’s position on Proposition 16, the Taxpayers Right to Vote Act, will be posted on the chamber’s business advocacy website in the near future. Log on to www.SouthwestCA.biz for more information and how you can participate in the advocacy efforts of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce. Proposed Legislation Would Hamper Historic Water Agreement The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce is urging legislators to oppose a measure that would block the channeling of water from the Sacramento River to Southern California and undue the recent compromise of the Legislature, Delta and Environmental stakeholders and the business community from late last year. “AB 1594 represents a serious threat to the future water reliability for Southern California and to the emerging plan to restore the Delta,” said Alice Sullivan, President and CEO of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce. “We just went through years of negotiations with all those who depend on the Delta and water coming from northern California. Now is not the time to mettle with the planned process of the agreement from last year,” continued Sullivan. If passed, the legislation would revise a law that was passed just last year that addressed the prevention of water flow to other regions throughout the state. Furthermore, the Legislature explicitly added extensive safeguards to the agreement from last year, such as the requirement that the current plan has to comply with the highest environmental standard and review a variety of water conveyance options. The Chamber believes there is not a need for additional provisions as mandated by AB 1594. Log on to www.SouthwestCA.biz for more information and how you can participate in the advocacy efforts of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce.
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Vet Center opens in Temecula Helping Veterns and their families Whether they fought in Vietnam or Iraq, many southwest Riverside County veterans home from war struggle with trauma from combat.
Kristine Wegman, a readjustment counseling specialist at the Temecula center, said many of her clients served in Vietnam.
A new center in Temecula is designed to help those veterans and their families. The Vet Center at 40935 County Center Drive, Suite A & B, had its grand opening Saturday.
“A lot of them just wanted nothing to do with the VA for a lot of years,” said Wegman, who used to be at the Corona center. Vet centers were created in 1979 to help Vietnam veterans who had trouble living normal lives.
“It takes a lot of courage to ask for help, and that’s what we’re here for,” said Frank Arteaga, 33, of Wildomar, a former Marine and Iraq combat veteran who works at the center while pursuing degrees in computer programming and criminal justice. The federal Department of Veterans Affairs-run center is in an area filled with military families, especially those with service members stationed at Camp Pendleton or Naval Base San Diego. The center is one of several in the Inland region. Others are in Corona, Colton and Victorville. Nationwide, there are 232 vet centers in all 50 states that have helped more than 1.6 million veterans, according to the VA. At the centers, a team of counselors, many of whom are veterans themselves, offer free mental-health counseling to individuals and families, help finding jobs and other services. Bereavement counseling is also offered to families of those killed in action. Besides helping veterans deal with post-traumatic stress disorder or other combat-related problems, the centers also specialize in counseling male and female veterans subjected to sexual harassment or sexual assault while on active duty.
Marine veteran Joe Hill, 61, travels once a month from Anaheim to see Wegman. Hill was 19 when he was severely wounded by a mortar round during the Tet Offensive in 1968. He said he still deals with nightmares, and he sometimes has to walk away from violence in the movies and on TV. But “Kris helped me to understand that what I did was correct and helped me feel proud,” Hill said. “I’m not going through this alone,” he said. “For 34 years, I went through this alone.” While screening for post-traumatic stress and other problems is standard for Iraq and Afghanistan veterans, Wegman said many of them go to one counseling session and don’t return. She urged those veterans to get help. “Either pay now, or you will pay later,” Wegman said. A Department of Veterans Affairs-run center specializing in helping combat veterans and their families is now open in Temecula. Location: 40935 County Center Drive, Suite A & B Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, although after-work hours and weekend appointments are available upon request. Phone: 951-296-5608
Woman-Owned Company Wins Regional Award
Home-Based Business Champion of the Year Jackie Steed, owner of Clear Blue Promotions in Temecula has been selected as the Regional Champion for the “Home-Based Business Champion of the Year” award for 2010, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration in Washington, D.C. Jackie was nominated by Paul Nolta, Business Consultant for the Inland Empire Small Business Development Center. “Ms. Steed is a person who uses her professional expertise and talents to volunteer her time and services to small business interests,” says Paul. In a world in which there are many misconceptions about what it is to be an entrepreneur, there is one truth that remains unchanged. This unchangeable truth is the fact that entrepreneurialism is more the spirit of a person than anything else he or she may possess. “Jackie possess this spirit of entrepreneurialism and cannot help but become the pioneer of the business world in which she works,” says Paul In addition to over a dozen letters of recommendation written by professional institutions that have worked closely with Jackie, the nomination package itself put together by Paul included a detailed application, a current resume and very thorough description of Clear Blue Promotions., amongst other required documents.
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Currently there are an estimated 25.8 million small businesses in America creating 60-80 percent of the new job force in the country. National Small Business Week, of which Ms. Steed has been invited to represent the Inland Empire Small Business Development Center, California, and Clear Blue Promotions in Garden Grove. on June 2, 2010, is an important moment to showcase and recognize some of the most successful and inspiring of these entrepreneurs. As owner of Clear Blue Promotions, Jackie steed is an expert in helping business market themselves through promotional products. Her company’s motto is “We can put your logo on anything!” One of Jackie’s greatest gifts is giving excellent customer service. She has a knack at anticipating what a client will need and giving them more than they expect. In addition, Jackie has embedded herself as a true leader in the Temecula Valley. She is a Board of Director for the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce, member of the American Business Women’s Association, Board of Director for Our Nicholas Foundation and sponsor of the Public Relations Society of America Inland Empire Chapter. Her dedication to the business and non-profit communities in the Temecula Valley is unmatched.
Temecula Valley Winery
Tops International Charts Again At the 2010 Wine Competitions it is no surprise that South Coast Winery is once again proving itself to be the “gem” of Southern Californias Temecula Valley Wine Country for creating quality, worldclass wines that are perfectly priced to give consumers incredible flavor and value. South Coast Winery earned the following 17 top awards: 2 Best of Varietal 2008 South Coast Winery Wild Horse Peak Mountain Vineyard Sangiovese *NV South Coast Winery Dia de Los Blancos White Blend 2 Best of Class 2008 South Coast Winery Wild Horse Peak Mountain Vineyard Sangiovese *NV South Coast Winery Dia de Los Blancos White Blend Double Gold 2008 South Coast Winery Wild Horse Peak Mountain Vineyard Sangiovese 2 Gold NV South Coast Winery Black Jack Port 2009 South Coast Winery Muscat Canelli 9 Silver Medals were also awarded. South Coast Winery owner and vintner Jim Carter shared this, “Last year’s New World International Wine Competition judges awarded us a total of 14 medals. However, in looking at the mix of South Coast Winery’s reds, whites, sparkling and port wines that earned the top–tier top awards this year, we’re absolutely delighted with these impressive results.” South Coast Winery shocked the industry when it earned back–to– back recognition with the prestigious California State Winery of the Year award given it for the past two years, so wine enthusiasts and novices alike are keeping close watch this year on South Coast Winery as the 2010 competitions unfold. South Coast Winery produces a broad portfolio of premium wines that are 100% grown and produced with care under his tutelage in Southern California’s up and coming Temecula Valley Wine Country.
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Mixer at DCH Auto Temecula
Larry Potter
Ralph Allen, Janet Scott, Kelly Neu
Carries’s Sister and Niece
Chamber Members Networking
Carolyn Qualm, Kelly Neu, Judy Harter
Mario Reyes, Janese Reyes
2010 Awards Gala
Jackie Steed, Jami McNees
Vikita Poindexter, Tammy Wilson
2009 Business expo
Carolyn Fittipaldi, Leslie Mercado
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Robinson Printing & Creative Media
Receives Prestigious “Supplier Excellence Award” from Abbott Laboratories On March 22, 2010, in Abbott Park, Illinois, ABBOTT LABORATORIES recognized ROBINSON PRINTING & CREATIVE MEDIA of Temecula with its Supplier Excellence Award. One of only 36 companies, ROBINSON PRINTING & CREATIVE MEDIA was a winner recognized for exceptional contributions to ABBOTT in 2009, and was chosen from more than 20,000 worldwide suppliers because of outstanding performance in supplying quality materials, equipment and services to ABBOTT. ROBINSON’s owners, Mike and Dave Robinson traveled to Abbott Park, Illinois to receive the award. Mike Robinson, owner and CFO of ROBINSON PRINTING & CREATIVE MEDIA shared, “We are very grateful to ABBOTT for the opportunity to partner with them for almost two decades. Without a doubt, it is our employees and their commitment to quality and perfection that has enabled us to receive this tremendous recognition. “ ROBINSON PRINTING & CREATIVE MEDIA joined the prestigious ranks of several Fortune 500 companies, including Ball Corportation, AT&T and Fed Ex, who were also awarded the ABBOTT LABORATORIES honor.
“ABBOTT’s reputation for delivering quality products to patients is a direct result of our collaborative approach to supplier relationships,” said Sarah Catterson, divisional vice president, corporate purchasing, ABBOTT. “We’re pleased to recognize these companies that consistently achieve the highest levels of excellence.” The ABBOTT Supplier Performance Program began in 1991 and assesses supplier performance using key performance indicators and feedback from internal ABBOTT employees in all divisions and functional areas involved with the supplier. Program suppliers are measured in the categories of quality, delivery performance, service levels, cost effectiveness, process improvement and innovation.
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Instantaneous Critics
Identifying, Managing and Resolving Your Online and In-house Reputation Written by Jan M. Smith.
100. Back in the day this was the average number of people word-of-mouth networking would reach. A customer would tell 7 friends, who would share the story with another 7 friends, and exponentially a 100 potential customers would hear about the experience. 1,596,270,108. This is the amount of people online (as of 12/31/09) who have to the potential to hear your customer’s broadcasted message. Today if a customer has a positive or negative experience in your organization, they can communicate an instantaneous and powerful message via social media that will reach numbers that will cause your head to spin! TripAdvisor alone sees over 322 million unique visitors to their site each month. That’s a lot of people checking out reviews about your brand. So what is going on? Why should you be concerned? People are having conversations about your brand regardless if you are listening. Social media is generated by consumers through blogs, message boards, product review sites, YouTube videos, MySpace, Facebook, Twitter, and the list is ever evolving. Customers routinely use these sites to post great and not-sogreat comments about your brand. If you are doing most everything right in terms of customer service, social media will be an asset to you. If you are not, it could be damaging to your
reputation. Today, the customer is finicky and fickle. They want what they want and they will complain when they don’t get it, or have a perception they have been wronged. The current economical environment creates certain demands from customers that most of us haven’t seen before. Today you have options to engage in a conversation with your customer to learn from their experience, and it’s the resolution of the customer’s concern that can truly make a difference for your business. When a customer is parting with their hard earned money, they expect great service, value and a positive experience. When these elements do not work in balance, or parts are missing, the customer will not hesitate to complain to their “virtual friends”. Social media has given a voice to the customer, and has empowered the customer in ways never seen before. The Hospitality industry can no longer dismiss social media as a passing fancy, rather a powerful tool to understand how the customer perceives your brand, service and consumer’s rating compared to your competition More importantly, social media allows your organization to get on the radar of the consumer for little or no capital. Jan M. Smith is the Founder and Principal of Inland Management Group, a Human Resource Consultancy located in Temecula, specializing in the Hospitality and Entertainment industry.
Meal & Rest Breaks in California
How to Manage Them Without Getting Sued Written by Vikita Poindexter, SPHR
Recently, the California Supreme Court ruled that a labor union couldn’t sue on behalf of employees claiming they were entitled to more than $10 million in lost wages, and more than $2.5 million in civil penalties, for missed meal and rest periods. This is good news for employers because the ruling could result in fewer class-action wage and hour lawsuits. But don’t let your guard down just yet. Complying with the state’s mealand-rest period rules (which remain legally unsettled) remains a source of confusion and frustration for many California employers - one that can easily lead to costly penalties. Common pitfalls to avoid: Who’s legally entitled to take meal and rest breaks, and how long these breaks must be The proper way to record meal and rest periods The potential pitfalls that could cause you grief if you’re not meticulous about your recordkeeping practices “Ensure” vs. “provide” - how far does your duty extend?
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When an employee may waive his or her right to a meal break, and whether you can revoke that waiver under California law What to do if an employee misses a scheduled break due to workload, insubordination, or forgetfulness. The state of the law in light of pending appeals in noteworthy cases involving missed meal and rest periods, such as Brinker Restaurant Corp. v. Superior Court . The most common ways employers open themselves up to meal-and-rest period violations - and how to avoid those sticky situations . The costly legal penalties you could face if you don’t comply with break rules. Meal and Rest periods in California, how do you manage them without getting sued? Contact Poindexter Consulting Group, Inc. for more information at www.pcghr.net or (951) 926-9069
Looking for a way to make summer reading Want to give your child the upper hand for next school year? Research shows that students who read four to five books over the summer score better on fall reading tests. Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce invites you to our Summer Reading Book Fair at Barnes and Noble! This event will be held on Wednesday, June 2, 2010. Any purchases made on this date (from opening to closing), with a Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce Voucher being presented, our Chamber will a percentage of the net sales. You may also utilize the Chamber Book Fair ID number when making your purchases online for up to 5 business days after Wednesday, June 2nd.
You can also take summer reading to the business level by visiting Barnes & Noble for the latest books and resources on management, marketing, leadership, sales, and more. The Chamber will be distributing vouchers from now until the event; you can also find them on our website at www.temecula.org. Support the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce at our Barnes and Noble Book Fair! For more information on the book fair please contact Kimberly Uhler at 951-676-5090.
Come by the Chamber table at the Barnes and Noble café on Wednesday, June 2, 2010 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. giving you the opportunity to network while you shop.
The “I’s” Have It
Invest in Relationships Written by Laura Bruno, Referral Institute
When we are out networking and meet someone, we typically schedule a coffee or lunch meeting to get to know them better, in the networking industry; we call these meetings one-to-ones. We schedule the meeting, show up on time, and then we “wing it”… some people talk a lot, some are very quiet, some go for the close and others turn into social events. When I first started networking, I didn’t have a format or a plan and went with the flow. On a few occasions the other person talked so much that I never shared what I do, other times I felt like I was being “Miss 20 questions” or worse yet being sold by a great salesperson and I had no desire to buy the product. I did have some good meetings when everything just clicked and it was enjoyable and easy. The thing is until I got educated about how to manage these meetings I didn’t know what I was missing and I was wasting a lot of valuable time.
Here is a plan that works, a five step easy to remember format for you to follow. Dr. Ivan Misner wrote about this in his book, Business by Referral. It is called a “G A I N S.” G – Goals S - Skills
A – Accomplishments
I – Interests
N – Networks
Finding out about each others goals, accomplishments, interests aka hobbies, networks - organizations you belong to, and what you are good at provides the foundation for a smooth and productive meeting. Your intention during this meeting should be to move the relationship from visibility to credibility. After an hour conversation, you will know if you want to get to know each other better or not and more importantly, if you want to refer them and if you want them to refer you. If your intent is to grow your business by referral then invest your time in building relationships and doing it right. Temecula Today | May/June 2010
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The Future of Temecula
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State of the City Recap
The Honorable Mayor Jeff Comerchero discussed his vision for Temecula’s future at our annual State of the City Address. The event was attended by 475 community leaders and chamber members. The presentation was expanded by offering a look back on the City of Temecula’s successes over the last 20 years since the inception of the City of Temecula in 1989. Mayor Comerchero reviewed the progress the City has made in the last two decades showing the City of Temecula remains focused on building a City their residents can be proud of. Mayor Comerchero then turned his attention to imagining Temecula in 2030 stating that the citizens of Temecula “are an integral part of our City’s future.” The Chamber would like to thank our event sponsors for making this event possible: Title Sponsor: San Diego County Credit Union Corporate Partner: Pechanga Resort & Casino Affiliate Sponsors: Abbott Vascular Community Little Book, Inc. Kaiser Permanente Loma Linda University Medical Center, Murrieta Southern California Gas Company Southwest Healthcare System The Mayor’s presentation can be viewed at www.temecula.org/video.html
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An Equal Opportunity Resource Written by Paul L Nolta, Inland Empire Small Business Development Center
Time is a unique commodity. It is not a renewable resource, and cannot be felt, touched, smelled or tasted. One cannot save or stockpile it and most people will have trouble describing it when asked. For small business owners, time can be a blessing or a curse. When one is responsible for every facet of a business, time becomes a precious commodity. Too often, business owners become overwhelmed with what needs to be done, versus the time constraints of getting it done. The good news: there is a solution for business owners; it’s called time management.
get those done first. Give a “Bâ€? rating to projects that are not quite as important, and a “Câ€? rating to projects that can be postponed. Often, if the project is overwhelming, we will work on something unimportant, then find ourselves without time to accomplish the important projects. If this sounds to confusing, another technique is to list 5 or 6 items a day and make it your goal to get them done that day! Work on difficult projects first. If the project seems overwhelming, break it down into smaller sections, then pick a section to accomplish as a goal for the day‌ and do it.
The word time management usually conjures up images of restriction and control, but time management can be a valuable tool. The first step to managing your time better is to analyze what you do with it. Keep track for one day, or one week, of how you spend your time, then review it and determine if your time was spent doing what you originally intended. If you became sidetracked, make a note of what sidetracked you and implement a plan to keep yourself on track.
Be aware of when you do your best work. Discover what time of the day you accomplish the most work. Designate this time to concentrate on your “A� projects and let your employees know you are not to be interrupted during these times.
As with everything in business, planning is the key to success. Here are some useful time management techniques you can use to plan your day more effectively:
These are just a few of the technique’s business owners can utilize to plan their busy days. If you are one of those people who never have enough time, maybe you should invest in some time management materials. You can find information about time management on the Internet, your local library, bookstores and your nearest Small Business Development Centers.
Make a “To Do� list of what you have to accomplish for the day, then prioritize it. Give all the top priority projects an “A� rating and
If you find yourself constantly interrupted by employees questions; try designating a specific time to address their issues. Help them get in the habit of addressing these issues during the specified time.
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Making a Mark on Temecula
Local Designer winning awards for Temecula Over the past ten years, local graphic designer, Justin Lawler, has been working hard to build relationships and establish his business with his unique designs and broad experience. If you’ve spent time in Temecula, you may recognize some of Lawler’s award winning designs; From the Rod Run banners down Front Street in Old Town to the ‘Shop Temecula First’ billboards off the 15 freeway. Justin has a body of work that has encompassed a wide-range of business and tourism in Temecula. “Being a designer is a very ‘behind the scenes’ line of work,” said Lawler. “Most people might not know that the same person who made the website for the Winegrowers Association, also made the Balloon & Wine Festival t-shirts, Rod Run banners and Chamber of Commerce Logo… but it is fun to be known by peers as the ‘guy who designs everything in Temecula.’”. Some of Lawler’s other notable clients have included: The Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival, The Temecula Valley Wine Growers Association, P&R Foundation, and the City of Temecula Parks and Recreation. Through his work with the City of Temecula, Temecula Valley Convention & Visitor’s Bureau, Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival, and the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce, Lawler has won several state and international awards. About Justin Lawler Lawler is the co-founder of The Creative Bar, a full-service design company in Temecula. To contact Justin or The Creative Bar call 866-796-6307 or visit www.TheCreativeBar.com.
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2008 Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival Invitation, Judge’s Choice Best Print Piece and People’s Choice Best Print Piece.
2008 Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival Invitation, Gold Level, Best Direct Mail Piece or Brochure
Temecula 150 Year Logo, Addy Silver Award
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TVCC Calendar May 2010
Tuesday, May 4, 2010 12:00pm – Power Networking Workshop
June 2010 Tuesday, June 1, 2010 12:00pm – Power Networking Workshop
Wednesday, March 10, 2010 SBDC Counseling
Wednesday, June 2, 2010 SBDC Counseling
Thursday, May 6, 2010 8:00am – VYP Committee Meeting 1:00pm – SCORE
Thursday, June 3, 2010 8:00am – VYP Committee Meeting 1:00pm – SCORE
Friday, May 7, 2010 Chamber Golf Classic/Journey At Pechanga
Friday, June 4, 2010 8:00am – Coffee Connection
Tuesday, May 11, 2010 12:00pm – Business Success Forum
Tuesday, June 8, 2010 12:00pm – Business Success Forum
Wednesday, May 12, 2010 8:00am – Membership Committee
Wednesday, June 9, 2010 8:00am – Membership Committee Meeting
Thursday, May 13, 2010 11:30am -Ambassador Luncheon 1:00pm – SCORE
Thursday, June 10, 2010 1:00pm – SCORE
Monday, May 17, 2010 12:00pm – SWCLC Meeting @ Wildomar City Hall
Tuesday, June 15, 2010 9:00am - Ambassador Training 11:30am - Networking Luncheon (Members Only)Location TBD
Tuesday, May 18, 2010 SBDC Counseling 11:00am – Power Networking 2 - The Lab
Wednesday, June 16, 2010 SBDC Counseling 5:30pm – Networking Mixer - at Costco Wholesale
Wednesday, May 19, 2010 5:30pm – Networking Mixer at BBVA Compass Bank (Margarita Branch)
Thursday, June 17, 2010 1:00pm – SCORE
Thursday, May 20, 2010 1:00pm – SCORE Wednesday, May 26, 2010 7:30am – Networking Breakfast @ BJ’s Thursday, May 27, 2010 1:00pm – SCORE 6:00pm – VYPER at Springhill Suites by Marriott Monday, May 31, 2010 Memorial Day – Office Closed
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Monday, June 21, 2010 12:00pm – SWCLC Meeting @ Wildomar City Tuesday, June 22, 2010 9:00am – SBDC Seminar/QuickBooks for Beginners Wednesday, June 23, 2010 7:30am – Networking Breakfast @ BJ’s Thursday, June 24, 2010 1:00pm – SCORE 6:00pm – VYPER at Lake Elsinore Storm Baseball Tuesday, June 29, 2010 7:30am – Business Economic Forecast 11:30am – Networking Luncheon/Members Only
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