Business Focus - July 2017 by Whittier Chamber

Business Focus Hathaway Golf Classic co-chairs Jessica Magdosku and Dean Harako promote the September 18th event at Wake Up Whittier

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Connecting the business and residential communities.

The Chamber’s Milestone Members for this month included Dr. John Sudick, 10 years, and RK Knight Plumbing, 25 years

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Community Expo connects residents with local businesses 6th annual Shop Local Community Expo promotes keeping sales tax dollars in Whittier Local residents will have the opportunity to see some of the best businesses in the area on display at the Shop Local Community Expo which will take place from 4-7 p.m., just before Concerts in the Park, at Parnell Park on Thursday, July 20. Hosted by the Whittier Chamber of Commerce, this event highlights local businesses and stresses the value of keeping sales tax dollars in the community. This will be the third year the City of Whittier and the Chamber of Commerce are collaborating at the well-attended Concerts in the Park where the Swing Cats are scheduled to play that night. “We are excited to be working with the City to draw attention to the great businesses we have in this area,” explained Bonnie Watje, owner of ACRO Printing, Inc. and co-chair of this year’s Shop Local event. “Concertgoers can find every kind of business or service provider located within their own community at this event,” added co-chair

Gina Romero from ServPro of Whittier. “For the City, it was an easy decision to partner with the Chamber again,” stated Greg Alaniz, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services. “The City wants to encourage its residents to shop Whittier and this is a great way to show them what products and services are available right in their own backyard.” “We are proud to sponsor an event that is free and open to the entire community,” stated Elizabeth Martinez from Republic Services, a sponsor of the event. “Tons of people attend the Shop Local Community Expo and by actively participating in the event, we have a chance to meet and talk to residents in the areas we service.” The Chamber’s Shop Local event gives residents an opportunity to stroll through this free outdoor table-top expo and meet over 80 local businesses. Guests will experience food samples from local restaurants, get information

from nonprofits making a difference in our community, enjoy activities for their kids, and everything in between. This year, the event will have a carnival theme and businesses will be providing games and prizes for their guests. “We want this to be one giant, fun event!” exclaimed Trese Childs, Chamber board VP of Special Events. As part of the event, there will be a new car display from local car dealers Ocean Honda and Toyota of Whittier, a drawing to win $50 at 16 different business booths, as well as a number of great prizes including a set of premium Dodger Tickets donated by Republic Services. “By attending the Shop Local event, families will learn about products and services to make their busy lives easier, and this is the best place to hear

about how spending dollars locally can make a difference in the community,” explained Watje. For more information on the Shop Local Community Expo please see the full page ad in this issue on page 11 or call the Chamber office at (562) 698-9554. Tables or booths may still be available. Interested businesses can sign up online by visiting www.whittierchamber.com. Turn to page 10 for a list of Shop Local Community Expo Sponsors

Leading economist to discuss issues that will impact every business

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Whittier and surrounding area businesses are invited to a comprehensive mid-year economic forecast which will focus on the U.S, California, and Southern California economies on Wednesday, July 26 at 7:30 a.m. The presentation, by leading economist Dr. Chris Thornberg from Beacon Economics, will take place in the Andrews Banquet Center on the Biola University campus. The cost to attend is $50 per person for Chamber members; $60 per person for nonmembers. Dr. Thornberg’s presentation will include a frank discussion of the direction the economy will take over the near and long-term future and cover key economic indicators such as commercial and residential real estate markets, employment/unemployment, consumer spending, bankruptcies, business activity, personal income growth, international trade, and GDP growth. “We’re currently in the midst of one of the longest economic expansions on record,” explained Christopher Thornberg. “The nation, the state, and Southern California are all in growth mode. Today’s question is how long will this trend continue and what, if anything, on the horizon can disrupt the apple cart?” he continued.

“The Whittier Chamber is proud to partner with Friendly Hills Bank to provide this fantastic opportunity for local businesses to learn from Dr. Thornberg’s presentation,” stated Chamber Board President Laurie Perschbacher. “The new Administration in Washington is proposing a number of changes which are already having a direct impact on the economy,” explained Jeff Ball, President/ CEO of Friendly Hills Bank. “As the local business community’s premier bank we feel it is imperative for our local business leaders to have the benefit of reliable information which they can use to make critical decisions for the coming years. Friendly Hills Bank is excited to partner with the Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce in bringing such a prolific economist to our local community to discuss the issues which will impact every

“This is a can’t miss event for local business leaders.”

business in our region. This is a can’t miss event for local business leaders,” Ball said. All are invited to attend this important event. Payment and registration can be completed online at w w w. w h i t t i e r c h a m b e r. c o m o r b y calling the Whittier Chamber office at (562) 698-9554. Christopher Thornberg is widely considered to be one of the nation’s leading economists. An expert in economic forecasting, regional economics, labor markets, economic policy and industry and real estate analysis, he was one of the earliest and most adamant predictors of the sub-prime mortgage market collapse and of the global economic recession that followed. In 2015, Dr. Thornberg was named to California State Treasurer John Chiang’s Council of Economic Advisors. He also serves on the advisory boards of Paulson & Co. Inc., one of Wall Street’s leading hedge funds, and of the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce. Between 2008 and 2012 he served as a chief economic advisor to the California State Controller’s Office and was Chair of then State Controller John Chaing’s Council of Economic Advisors. Dr. Thornberg holds a Ph.D in Business Economics from The Anderson School at UCLA, and a B.S. degree in Business Administration from the State University of New York at Buffalo.

– Jeff Ball, President/CEO, Friendly Hills Bank

Prospective members are invited to attend the July Wake Up Whittier free of charge thanks to the generosity of the Credit Union of Southern California (see page 17 for more details)

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE 2017-2018 BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President Laurie Perschbacher MAP Property Management & Property Services Immediate Past President Chris Hardeman, DialMed Home Care President-elect & Vice President, Networking & Marketing Gary Lee Martinez, The Traveling Traveler Vice President, Special Events Trese Childs, DoubleTree by Hilton Vice President, Business Information Debra Legan, PIH Health Vice President, Administration Elizabeth Martinez, Republic Services Vice President, Membership LaDonna Munier, Friendly Hills Bank Vice President, Finance Bryan Tabizon, Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary Vice President, Community Affairs Tom Rios, Brookdale Uptown Whittier

Welcome to summer! We had an exciting State of the City event last month where Mayor Joe Vinatieri shared with us his excitement for the new businesses that are coming and have already opened in Whittier. The newest business that will be coming soon at Whittier Crossings is Grub Burger Bar. Whittier will be the second location on the West Coast. They currently have one in San Diego. Last year Joe shared about what was coming and this year they are here! He talked about the homes that have been built and the apartments on Whittier and Catalina. The reason for the delay in building was that they were hit hard during the rains and had a mold issue that had to be dealt with. They are now fast tracking the completion of this complex. Has everyone seen how fast Chick-Fil-A is being built? Mark your calendars for August 17th! It is going to be a wonderful addition to the Whittwood Towne Center. The owner, Thomas Purtell, has worked diligently in finding the best location in Whittier for his second Chick-Fil-A! Jeff Collier our City Manager also

gave a report on our city and how we are doing. It was very informative. We have added two more police officers and have a new MET team in place to assist with the homeless in our area. Jeff and Joe both talked about how our city is working with organizations to come up with a solution and not blame others. Jeff mentioned that there are several sub-populations in our community included the mentally ill, substance abuse, victims of spousal abuse, those priced out of the house market and more. This is an ongoing problem and there will be more talk about solutions coming up in future articles. He encouraged us all to get involved with Neighborhood Watch and Business Watch Whittier to be part of the solution. The Whittier Chamber has many events that are happening during the month of July. I want to invite everyone to come out to our Shop Local Community Expo at Parnell Park on July 20th from 4-7 pm where we are partnering with the City of Whittier Concerts in the Park series. The Expo will have a carnival theme this year with businesses featuring fun games

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Laurie Perschbacher, President at their booth to be played by all family members. This is an amazing opportunity to market your business to our Whittier community. We have a new event sponsored by Friendly Hills Bank and Biola University this year on July 26 at 7:30 am. It is a mid-season Economic Forecast and the guest speaker is Dr. Christopher T h o r n b e r g , F o u n d i n g P a r t n e r, Beacon Economics and Director, UC Riverside School of Business Center for Economic Forecasting. Check out the Chamber’s website to register. One more exciting new event that the City of Whittier has planned is “Walk & Roll” on July 16, 2017 from 10 am – 2 pm in Uptown Whittier. The Chamber will have a booth along with many other businesses in Whittier so be sure to come with your walking shoes, bikes or strollers and have a great day in Uptown. Stop by our booth and pick up your I Love Whittier and Whittier Strong buttons.

DIRECTORS Leighton Anderson, Bewley, Lassleben & Miller

Cheryl Estep, State Farm Insurance Sandra Hahn, Crepes & Grapes Café Oscar Hernandez, Boys’ & Girls’ Club of Whittier

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John Hsu, STC Management Krista Lesa, The Quad at Whittier Greg Nicodemus, Credit Union of Southern California Scott Radcliffe, Rad Custom Signs Bonnie Watje, ACRO Printing, Inc.

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STAFF Executive Director Carol Crosby Associate Executive Director Lyn Carty Director of Membership Luis Regalado Member Relations Coordinator Jessica Reyes Bookkeeper Amber Lawrence Special Events Coordinator Courtney French

Renting out a home or apartment that you own may result in a tax loss for you, even if the rental income is more than your operating costs. This is because you will be entitled to a depreciation deduction for your cost of the house or apartment (except for the portion allocated to the land). If your tenant is related to you, however, special rules and limitations may apply. (For these purposes “related” means spouse, child or grandchild, parent or

Whittier Chamber Business Focus Official monthly publication of the Whittier Area Chamber of Commerce This publication is mailed monthly to all licensed businesses in the city of Whittier, all Whittier Chamber members and 4,500 Whittier residents in selected areas. Papers are also distributed via various community locations such as Whittier Library, Community Center, Senior Center, City Hall, etc. Total monthly readership is 20,000. We welcome comments, press releases and community interest stories. All submissions are due by the 10th of the month prior to publication. The Whittier Chamber reserves the right to approve and edit submitted material. The Business Focus is also an excellent vehicle within which to advertise! For current advertising rates or to submit an article, email info@whittierchamber.com or call (562) 698-9554.

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Presiden’s Message................. 2 Tax Tips.................................... 2 Mayor’s Message...................... 4 State of the City ........................ 4 10-4 Tips from the WPD ........... 5 Community Celebrations........... 5 What’s Cool in Your School....... 6 Wake Up Whittier ...................... 7 Tasty Tuesday ......................... 12 Labor Law ............................... 13 Restaurant Row ...................... 14 Member Marketplace .............. 15 Calendar ................................. 15 Around Town ........................... 16 Renewing Members ................ 18 Milestone Members................. 18 New Members ......................... 19 Networking Quote ................... 19

grandparent, and siblings.) Here’s the tax picture: If you rent a home to a relative who (1) uses it as his or her principal residence (that is, not just as a second or vacation home) for the year, and (2) it’s rented at a fair rental (not at a discount), then no limitations apply. You can deduct all the normal rental expenses, even if they result in a rental loss for the year. (If you have a loss, however, it is a “passive” loss, which may be subject to a different set of limitations. ) The problem arises if you set the rent below the fair rental value. Since this then becomes a rental property which you are treated as using personally, you would have to allocate the expenses between the personal and rental portions of the year. Even more seriously, however, since all of the rental days (at a

bargain rate to a relative) are treated as personal days, the rental portion is zero. Thus, you would have to report all of the rent you receive in income, but none of your expenses for the home would be deductible. (Actually, you would still be able to deduct the mortgage interest, assuming it otherwise qualifies as deductible, and property taxes. These items are deductible even for non-rental homes.) Given the above, it is important to set the rent at a fair rate. Factors to look at include comparable rentals in the area and whether “side” gifts were made by you to your relative which could be reasonably interpreted to be the bargain element. If you have any questions regarding the above discussed topic or any other tax matter, please feel free to give me a call at (562) 698-9891.

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Walk and Roll event invites residents to enjoy Whittier on foot or bike The City of Whittier has been awarded a grant through Metro to conduct an Open Streets Event on Sunday, July 16, 2017 from 10 a.m – 2 p.m. Open Streets Events are one-day events in which streets are closed to vehicle traffic and residents are invited to enjoy their city on bike, foot, scooter, rollerblade, etc. Metro believes that closing streets to vehicular traffic allows citizens to see what is available in their city and how they are able to travel through it. The City of Whittier is calling their Open Streets event, “Whittier Walk & Roll” and the goal is to transform the streets into safe and fun spaces to be enjoyed by families and individuals throughout the Uptown and Greenway Trail areas. The route of Walk & Roll will be closed to all vehicles and on street

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parking from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on July 16. Activities planned at the Walk & Roll event include family activities, live music, community performers, health and wellness information, transit and cycling information, plus much more. The route will extend north and south from Hadley to Mar Vista and from the Greenway Trail to Painter Avenue. Metro and Whittier hope to increase sustainable transportation (transit, bicycle, & pedestrian), provide opportunities for first time transit usage, highlight and promote cultural resources, and to enhance our sense of community. To find out more about this event or how you can become a part of this very special day visit www.whittierwalkandroll.com or call (562) 567-9430.

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A SAFE community is a PROSPEROUS community! Join Business Watch Whittier today! Business Watch Whittier serves to promote communication and understanding between the Whittier Police Department and Whittier businesses In addition, Business Watch Whittier also strives to: • encourage and enhance cooperation among merchants • educate business owners on ways to crime-proof their property • serve as a resource to share information about area crime and develop signals when an adjacent business needs help

Ask to join our private Business Watch Whittier Facebook group today! For more information please call the Whittier Chamber office at (562) 698-9554 or visit our website at www.whittierchamber.com Business Watch Whittier static cling stickers to put on the front door or window of your business are available at the Whittier Chamber office, 8158 Painter Avenue.

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City Of Whittier

UPDATE MAYOR'S MESSAGE Joe Vinatieri

It’s summer and time for vacation and outdoor fun. Here’s what’s going on… Thank you to the Chamber for coordinating another well-attended State of the City Address last month at the Doubletree by Hilton Whittier. Community members and local business owners enjoyed breakfast while City Manager Jeff Collier and I provided updates on City projects. We’ve all witnessed the surge in development and progress happening throughout Whittier and it’s important that we share those highlights with you each year. We are always working proactively to bring new business and new opportunities to Whittier. It’s also important to discuss

the challenges we face ahead and what we are doing to get through them, including local crime and the future of our City’s budget. Highlights included information on public investment in the City, the Greenway Trail eastward expansion, potential Central Library expansion and the addition of new police officers. If you were unable to attend, you may view the presentation on City TV Channel 3. Save the date for the City’s first Walk & Roll! on Sunday, July 16, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. sponsored by Metro’s Open Streets program. The streets of Uptown will be shut down, so join your friends and family for a stroll, jog, skate or bike ride throughout Uptown Whittier and along the Greenway Trail during this free event which will also feature music, food and activity zones along the course. Businesses may email nduron@cityofwhittier.org to request a poster for their window display and set up outside of their stores to connect with participants during the walk. We appreciate Metro choosing Whittier this

year and hope to see you out in the street walkin’ and rollin’ with us! There are plenty of other City activities happening for all ages. You can browse the recreation programs at our parks and community centers that are listed online. The Library’s summer reading program is a lot of fun for children and adults alike, and don’t forget you can rent the Palm Park pool for your next swim party. Summer concerts in the park have kicked off at 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. on Mondays at Central Park and Thursdays at Parnell Park through the end of August. Parking is limited so the City encourages you to carpool with your friends and neighbors. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs or blankets. For a complete concert schedule visit www.cityofwhittier.org or call (562) 567-9400. Adults and children will also enjoy the “Moonlight Movie Nights” series sponsored by the City and the Whittier Community Foundation held the first Saturday of each month through September. Spend those warm summer

nights under the stars and enjoy a family-friendly movie on an inflatable 28-foot movie screen at Parnell Park located off of Lambert Road and Scott Avenue. This month’s feature will be the exciting Star Wars movie Rogue 1 on Saturday, July 1. Moviegoers are encouraged to bring a picnic and chairs but leave pets, barbeques and alcoholic beverages at home. Call us at (562) 567-9400 for more information and a list of scheduled screenings. Finally, the City Council and I invite you to celebrate Independence Day with our family-friendly Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular show at York Field. Gates open at 5:00 p.m. for families to enjoy live music, food vendors, inflatables and a safe fireworks display beginning at 9:00 p.m. It’s just $5 for adults and kids are free. For more information contact Parks, Recreation & Community Services at (562) 567-9430. Please remember that all other fireworks are still illegal in the City of Whittier. Be safe and don’t drink and drive.

Happy Fourth of July!

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Board members La Donna Munier, Chris Hardeman, Greg Gunter and Bonnie Watje network at the State of the City Address, hosted by the Chamber’s Economic Development Committee

Lori Tiffany, YMCA of Greater Whittier, Dave Bartlett, Brookfield Homes, Chris Hardeman, DialMED Home Care and Samantha Ridout discuss the State of the City presentation

Whittier Uptown Association President Rose Drieslein and Vice President Jessie Carrillo discuss the City’s plan to enhance the Uptown area

Dave Bartlett from Brookfield Homes greets Whittier City Councilmember Bob Henderson

Councilmember Josué Alvarado chats with Maurice Meysenburg about the Rio Hondo Symphony’s concerts

Over 180 business professionals and residents attended the Chamber-hosted State of the City Address

New Chamber members Dave Lara from Lara Strategic Advisors and Roxy Elisa Campos from Stellara Advisors attended the State of the City presentation

Mayor Joe Vinatieri visits with Chamber board member Elizabeth Martinez from Republic Services, Delia Morales representing the Assistance League and Whittier City School District board member Dr. Irella Perez

YMCA CEO Curt Skotnicki chats with Mayor Joe Vinatieri at the State of the City event

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Captain Michael Davis Each July 4th, thousands of people, many of them being children and teens, are injured while using fireworks. Despite the dangers of fireworks, few people understand the risks associated with them. Every year, people suffer from burns, other injuries, fires, and even death. In Whittier, ALL FIREWORKS are illegal. This includes “Safe and Sane” fireworks which are often sold legally in surrounding cities. The Whittier Police Department will be strictly enforcing all fireworks laws. Anyone found in possession of fireworks in the City of Whittier will be subject to citation and/ or arrest. Penalties for possessing fireworks in the City of Whittier can be as high as $1000 and/or confinement in the County Jail and/or imprisonment in the state prison. M80’s and other pyrotechnic type devices or fireworks are illegal and considered explosives. Possession of these fireworks can result in a felony conviction. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission who studied firework injuries in 2015, they found the following: • 8000 people go to the emergency room with firework-related injuries in the month around the Fourth of July. • 67% of firework injuries occurred

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during the month around the Fourth of July Illegal and homemade fireworks resulted in 11 firework-related deaths reported to the agency in 2015. Nine of the eleven deaths were from reloadable aerial devices and 2 were homemade devices. 65% of all firework injuries reported were burns.

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61% of those injured were males, 39% were females. Children under the age of 15 accounted for 26% of the injuries. Most of the injuries were by firecrackers, sparklers, bottle rockets, novelty devices, Roman candles and reloadable shells. • In 2015, 11,900 people were treated in hospital emergency rooms. • 1,900 injuries were associated with sparklers or bottle rockets. • 1,200 injuries were associated with firecrackers. There are numerous festivals and celebrations for the 4th of July taking place around the Los Angeles and Orange County areas. To report anyone in possession of fireworks or anyone selling fireworks in your neighborhood, call the Whittier Police at (562) 567-9200.

Michael Davis is a Captain with the Whittier Police Department and oversees the Department’s Patrol Division. He can be reached at (562) 567-9253 or via email at mdavis@cityofwhittier.org

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WHAT’S COOL IN YOUR SCHOOL Mulberry Elementary School students plant tree in memory of Oﬃcer Keith Boyer Mulberry Elementary School students and staff planted a camphor tree in honor of fallen Whittier Police Officer Keith Boyer on May 23, part of a tribute that included a campus-wide loose change drive that raised over $700. Mulberry Student Council members, who led the fundraising drive, presented the Boyer family with a check for $500 and used the remaining funds to engrave a commemorative plaque for the memorial. The camphor tree was donated by the City of Santa Fe Springs. “Mulberry students expressed their wish to show their gratitude to the family of Officer Boyer, as well as the entire Whittier Police Department, for their bravery and heroism,” Mulberry Acting Principal Michelle Hamilton said. “The kids put everything they had into the loose change drive, and their enthusiasm inspired the City of Santa Fe Springs to make a wonderful contribution.” Whittier police Officer John Scoggins and Cpt. Mike Davis attended the ceremony on behalf of the department and Boyer family. “The East Whittier City community is truly grateful for the services provided by our first responders, and I am so proud of Mulberry students and their families for their generosity and leadership,” EWCSD Superintendent Mary Branca said. “The Mulberry camphor tree will provide beauty to the campus, while ensuring that all students will keep Officer Boyer in their memories.”

East Whittier City Board of Education approves first phase of school modernization projects The East Whittier City School District Board of Education has approved the first round of school modernization projects under the $70 million Measure R facilities bond, passed by voters in November 2016. The board’s approval of the projects during its April 24 and May 8 meetings allocates nearly $4.5 million to projects that include fencing, roofing, flooring, painting and asphalt upgrades at eight East Whittier City schools. While Measure R is reserved for projects that modernize school infrastructure and safety, the $24 million Measure Z is dedicated to upgrading classroom technology and technology infrastructure, such as improving wireless accessibility. The Board will consider additional projects under Measure Z over the next several months. “Measures R and Z provide critical funding sources for us to ensure students have access to clean, safe, modern state-of-the-art facilities for years to come,” EWCSD Superintendent Mary Branca said. “Maintaining high-quality learning environments is central to our mission of offering a robust academic program that prepares our children for their futures.” Four East Whittier City elementary schools – Laurel, Mulberry, Orchard Dale and La Colima – will receive new roofing and fencing; flooring upgrades; asphalt and concrete replacement; and new paint for the schools’ lunch shelters, covered walkways and storage bins. Hillview Middle School, along with Evergreen, Ocean View and Scott Avenue Elementary schools, will also have their lunch shelters painted. The work kicked off on June 12, with plans for the projects to be completed before the start of the 2017-18 school year. The District prioritized projects for this summer according to the most pressing facilities needs, in addition to those that did not require an extensive state approval process or architectural planning. The District’s architects are currently in the early stages of the design process for more complex projects slated for next summer, including energy efficiency and technology infrastructure upgrades. “It was important to us to begin moving forward immediately with projects that allow us to address the needs of our schools, many of which were built in the 1950s,” said Board of Education President Paul Gardiner. “I am proud and thankful to be part of a community that puts such a high value on our students and the schools that serve them every day.”

McKibben Elementary propels students to success with achievement programs In an effort to meet the academic needs of all students, from the scholastically gifted to those at risk of falling behind, McKibben Elementary School has spent the last few years developing and refining a pair of achievement programs that engage students with hands-on projects and individually targeted lesson plans to prepare them for tackling educational challenges on their road to high school, college and beyond. McKibben has been a leader in exploring innovative ways to serve students of all academic levels, including through its High Achievers enrichment program for fourth- through sixth-grade students, and Target for Success, a staple intervention and support program for K-6 students. “At McKibben, we are committed to providing students with programs that focus on achieving academic greatness, regardless of where they are on the educational scale,” Principal Sandra Gallegos said. “Our educators and staff work tirelessly to ensure that every student leaves McKibben with the skills and knowledge to succeed.” The High Achievers enrichment program, modeled after the nowdisbanded Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) program, includes 40 upper grade students who demonstrate exceptional scholastic

success and have a drive to acquire more knowledge. Target for Success assists 110 students who may be struggling in literacy and math with small group instruction and tutoring sessions tailored to their individual needs. “We want to challenge students who want to take their education further and are eager to learn,” she said. Target for Success is a 15-week program that provides before- and afterschool support for students and English learners who are at risk of not meeting grade-level benchmarks. It includes an ABC boot camp for transitional kindergarten through firstgrade students who need help with phonemic awareness, letter recognition and sound identification; a fluency boot camp to help second- and third-graders with reading skills and comprehension; and Imagine Learning to augment fourth- through sixth-grade language and literacy skills. “Both of these achievement programs address the needs of our students by ensuring each one has access to top quality education and are prepared for the next step in their education,” Gallegos said. “Each of our instructors who are teaching these classes are dedicated to helping our students excel and grow, and we expect to see our students make improvements over time.”

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Kim Praster, marketing rep for The Skin Room is presented a raffle prize courtesy of the Shannon Center by Chamber Ambassador Lydia Espinoza with the Whittier Museum

Chamber President Laurie Perschbacher thanks Wake Up Whittier hosts Jeff Farber from HYC and Ivan Sulic, Field Deputy for Supervisor Janice Hahn

Networking at the Wake Up Whittier at Liberty Plaza were Mike Delgado, State Farm Insurance, David Williamson, Whittier Network Connection and Audrey Gee, STC Management

Osbin Cordon from Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary wins the coveted toilet paper raffle prize donated by Norwalk/La Mirada Plumbing

The Skin Roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brenda Rodriguez chats with client and Chamber President Laurie Perschbacher

Gina DiPierro from Whittier Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center for Engagement with Communities catches up with Chamber Past President Chris Hardeman from DialMED Home Care

John Peel, Greg Gunter and Victoria and Harry Jacobs enjoy a lively Wake Up Whittier

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4 reasons you should take a vacation from your business this year by Jim Blasingame, Forbes Could you use a vacation? Of course you could and most of us know time away gives any leader a better perspective. But polls show less than half of small business owners are likely to take off a whole week for vacation. Perhaps this is a better question: Could your business use a vacation from you? Of course it could. Your absence will reveal organizational weaknesses that need attention as well as strengths you may have overlooked. Regardless of your motivations, here are four ideas to consider to help you take more time off. 1. Define success. Webster defines success two ways: 1) a favorable outcome; 2) gaining wealth and fame. Embracing both definitions as having equal value will help you recognize that living long enough to enjoy the fruits of the second definition—with your loved ones—must be part of your success definition.

2. Hire quality. Taking time off requires being able to leave your business with a team that’s trustworthy. If you’re not comfortable with the idea of leaving your baby in the care of others, your instincts are probably good, but your hiring practices may not be. Part of your interview process should determine whether a prospect is the quality of individual you would trust with your company in your absence.

4. Leverage technology. No one has to be completely unplugged anymore. There’s plenty of affordable technology that can serve as your security blankie by helping you “mind the store” without actually being there. And if you practice, no one will notice that you checked email on your smart phone while rolling over to tan the other side. Finally, if you’re not intentional about living a balanced life—that includes vacations—you may accomplish the “wealth and fame” part of success, but 3. Delegate. If you’ve already assembled that the big celebration may involve others trustworthy team, their usefulness toasting you posthumously. is limited by your ability to delegate. Write this on a rock… Delegating isn’t easy for entrepreneurs; Give yourself—and your business—a you’ve done all of the jobs, and you know how you want them done. But there’s an vacation old saying that successful delegators embrace, “Don’t let the perfect be the enemy of the good.” If you cringe at the thought of how things won’t be perfect in your absence—get over it.

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Business connections, unique marketing opportunities found on the greens Hathaway Golf Classic Set for September 18

Golf tournaments can bring people throughout the community together like no other sporting event can and the Whittier Chamber’s Hathaway Golf Classic is no exception. As one of Whittier’s only businessfocused tournaments, this event will feature great gifts, a full day of business networking on and off the course, delicious food, and fun contests and games. Whether you golf, volunteer, or purchase a ticket to the 19th Hole Mixer, you don’t want to miss the 39th Annual Hathaway Golf Tournament being held on Monday, September 18 at beautiful Friendly Hills Country Club. Well over 150 business owners and community members

are expected to participate in the Chamber’s 2017 Hathaway Golf Classic. “The tournament’s recurring theme is NETWORKING! We want our guests to enjoy their day and leave feeling like they had the opportunity to meet new people and create leads while enjoying a day on the greens,” stated Hathaway Golf Classic co-chair Dean Harako. “We want this year’s tournament to be memorable and unique,” explained co-chair Jessica Magdosku from Friendly Hills Bank Payroll. “We’ve added some new games that our golfers are going to really enjoy,” she added. Golfers will play a team scramble format with awards being given in several flights including Callaway. Everyone is invited to participate, regardless of

whether you are new to golf or the next Sergio Garcia! The cost to participate is only $230 per golfer ($290 with a tournament package) and includes green fees, cart, tournament gifts, lunch, awards banquet and mixer, and several new and exciting on-course games with great opportunities to win. Foursomes are $920, Corporate foursomes (which include 4 tournament packages) are $1350, and if you want some extra marketing for your business, become an Eagle Sponsor for $1500 (includes a foursome, 4 tournament packages, a tee sign, and additional marketing). Even if you don’t golf at all, there are plenty of ways to participate and get your business noticed. Attending the 19th Hole Mixer and awards banquet is

a great way for all Chamber members to come together. This “event within an event” will feature the suspenseful and exciting helicopter golf ball drop, a new Putt for Prizes putting contest, a delicious Friendly Hills Country Club buffet, exciting raffle prizes, unique silent auction items and more opportunities to win. Look for more information on the 19th Hole Mixer in the next Business Focus issue. The 39th Annual Hathaway Golf Classic is once again expected to sell out. For sponsorship opportunities that are still available, or to secure your space in the tournament or at the 19th Hole Mixer, visit w w w. w h i t t i e r c h a m b e r. c o m , call (562) 698-9554 or email courtney@whittierchamber.com.

Confirmed Hathaway sponsors at press time include: Tournament Gift Sponsor Rose Hills Memorial Park and Mortuary 19th Hole Mixer Sponsor The Quad at Whittier Birdie Game Sponsor PIH Health Chipping Contest Sponsor Credit Union of Southern California (CUSoCal) Printing Sponsor ACRO Printing, Inc. Cart Sponsor Whittier Police Officers’ Association Putt for Prizes Sponsor Martplan Insurance Agency Auction Board Sponsors Friendly Hills Country Club Republic Services The Traveling Traveler Awards Sponsor Brookfield Homes Scoring Sponsor Harvey & Parmelee Golf Ball Drop Sponsors: Friendly Hills Bank The Quad at Whittier State Farm- Cheryl Estep Whittier Community Foundation Hole in One Sponsor Toyota of Whittier

Eagle Sponsors Athens Services Brookfield Homes MAP Property Management Michael Seril Fitness Norwalk/La Mirada Plumbing Republic Services Closest to the Pin Sponsors Best Concrete and Remodel Friendly Hills Bank Payroll Long Drive Sponsor Douglas M. Rowan, Quantum Econometrics Breakfast Host Mimi’s Cafe Hole Hosts Athens Services KGJ Real Estate Republic Services Sargent’s Sporting Goods State Farm Insurance – Paul Hernandez Whittier Brokers Golf Ball Sponsor Ad infin Item Raffle Ticket Sponsor DigiCal Massage Sponsor M & M Sports Massage Snack Sponsors RK Knight Plumbing Associated Cabinets Tee Sponsors Dr. Roof and Solar YMCA of Greater Whittier

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Car Dealer Sponsors Ocean Honda • Toyota of Whittier

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Printing Sponsor ACRO Printing, Inc.

Food Sponsors California Grill • Dunkin’ Donuts • Greenleaf Thai • Mimi’s Café • Rockies Frozen Yogurt • Tepeyac & Tequila Sports Bar

Visit these businesses and many more at the Shop Local Community Expo: Associated Cabinets • California Sports Nutrition • Children’s Happy Teeth & Happy Braces • Core Evolution Costco • Credit Union of Southern California • DoubleTree by Hilton - Whittier • Dr. Lili Mirtorabi, DDS El Aviso Magazine • Picasso Medical Aesthetics & Spa • Primerica • Residential Bancorp Rio Hondo College • Ruth B. Shannon Center-Whittier College • Skin Room, The State Farm - Paul Hernandez • Two Paws Up Pet-Sitting Svc • White Emerson Mortuary Whittier Community Foundation • Whittier Public Library • Whole Child, The

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Bill Viverto, Sons of Italy, Audrey Gee, STC Management and Sean McAfee, ACRO Printing, Inc. await the delicious food at Off the Hook Fish Grill

Connecting members at Tasty Tuesday were Ambassadors Pete Rodriguez, Farmer’s Insurance, Jessica Magdosku, Friendly Hills Bank Payroll, and Trese Childs, DoubleTree by Hilton Whittier

Enjoying new friends and outdoor dining at Off the Hook Fish Grill were Tina Soriano with Living Right Now Reverse Mortgage Solutions and Kristi Smith with Mimi’s Café who will be hosting Tasty Tuesday in July

5 ways to improve your posture and boost productivity at work If you are one of the 86 percent of American full-time workers who spend the majority of their time sitting at a desk, posture is probably the last thing on your mind when trying to hurtle through your workload. However, if you’re trying to stay productive, bad posture can actually have a negative effect on your work performance due to several different factors. A study from San Francisco State University has shown that bad posture contributes to stress and depression. Other health problems can include fatigue, anxiety, irritability, digestive problems, muscle soreness, weight gain, headache, poor breathing, an increased risk of lifestyle disease and varicose veins. That’s a long list of problems. Here’s how to improve your posture at work and boost your productivity: 1. Create a comfortable work setting. This does not involve a luxury bean bag chair (even though that would be a nice way to work). Your monitor, keyboard and computer chair should align with your body so that it is comfortable enough to sit, type and view your monitor. Be mindful of your posture. Keep a straight back and use the base of your chair to support your lower back and avoid slouching. Your monitor should be at your eye level and an arm’s length away to avoid eye strain. It should also be directly across your keyboard so that your head and body are facing the same direction. Be sure to keep your mouse and keyboard together to avoid reaching over and keep your arms supported—chairs should have arm rests. Your feet should fall flat on the floor. Try to avoid crossing of the legs as this contributes to poor circulation and bad posture (you’ll start to feel numbness in the legs and it will hurt

your back after a while, too). 2. Give your eyes a break. Look away from the computer screen every 20 minutes to reduce eye fatigue. Focus your eyes on an object about 20 feet away for about 20 seconds. This exercise is called the 20-20-20 rule. 3. Stretch in between projects. It’s ok to get up and stretch. Often times it is easy to get glued to your desk. Break that habit and take a few minutes to stretch when you find yourself about to transition to another project. If you find yourself stuck on one long tedious project, set a timer to take a stretch break every 30-45 minutes or so. This will help you get your thoughts flowing and you’ll end up thanking yourself later. 4. Get up and walk around. This can consist of a trip to the breakroom to fill up your water bottle (avoid those potluck treats/snacks that generous coworkers bring) or walking to and from the copy machine. “These little walks throughout the day will help keep your blood flowing,” says Christopher Bebek, PIH Health Occupational Health Nurse. 5. Invest in desk exercise equipment. Get your “deskercise” on with some compact workout equipment such as dumbbells or a resistance band. There are several desk related workout tools you can find online. Sitting straight yet? We hope so. Give these tips a try and watch your posture, work performance and overall well-being improve. The information provided by PIH Health is for educational purposes only. It is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. The reader should always consult his or her healthcare provider to determine the appropriateness of the information for their own situation, or if they have any questions regarding a medical condition or treatment plan.

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JULY July 8 to July 15 and July 29 to August 5 YMCA Summer Camp Session #1 @ Camp Arbolado. Give your kids the gift of adventure this summer! YMCA member: $405; Non-member: $430. For more information, call (909) 446-2963 July 14, 15, 21 and 22 The Little Mermaid @ Whittier Center Theatre (7630 Washington Ave.) 7 p.m. Young Artists Theatre Company presents The Little Mermaid. $18 adults; $15 students/seniors. For more information email yatcompany@gmail.com JULY 1 Family Movie Night @ Parnell Park (15390 Lambert Rd.) Movies begin at dusk. Enjoy “Rogue One” on the big screen and bring your picnic basket, chair and blanket. FREE admission! Call (562) 567-9450 for more information JULY 4 WHITTIER CHAMBER OFFICE CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF INDEPENDENCE DAY Fireworks Spectacular @ York Field (9110 Santa Fe Springs Rd.) Gates open at 5 p.m. Fireworks show at 9 p.m. Celebrate with an evening of safe family fun. Live music, inflatables, food vendors and fireworks show. $5 per adult; kids are free. For more information call (562) 567-9430 JULY 6 Concerts in the Park @ Parnell Park (15390 Lambert Rd.) 7 to 8:30 p.m. “Smooth” a Santana tribute. Free. For more information contact Virginia Santana at (562) 567-9450 JULY 7 Certified Farmers Market @ Uptown Whittier (Philadelphia St. and Bright Ave.) 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Purchase farmfresh produce from local vendors. Free admission. For more information call (562) 696-2662

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JULY 10 Concerts in the Park @ Central Park (6524 Friends Ave.) 7 to 8:30 p.m. “Woody and the Longboards” a Beach Boys tribute. Free. For more information contact Virginia Santana at (562) 567-9450

JULY 17 Concerts in the Park @ Central Park (6524 Friends Ave.) 7 to 8:30 p.m. “Cold Duck” will perform Top 40 Hits. Free. For more information contact Virginia Santana at (562) 567-9450

JULY 11 SCORE Consultations @ The Whittier Chamber Office (8158 Painter Ave.) 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. SCORE mentors will help you and your business open new markets, reach new customers, and achieve new goals. By appointment only. FREE. To make an appointment call (626) 593-1120

JULY 19 Wake Up Whittier @ Credit Union of Southern California (8028 Greenleaf Ave.) 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Network with over 150 business professionals. FREE for Whittier Chamber members and guests this month. Call (562) 698-9554 for more information

JULY 13 Ribbon Cutting @ Picasso Medical Aesthetics & SPA (14442 Whittier Blvd. Suite 100) 4 p.m. Stay for networking and light refreshments. Free & open to the public. For more information, call (562) 698-9554 Concerts in the Park @ Parnell Park (15390 Lambert Rd.) 7 to 8:30 p.m. “A Hard Days Night” a Beatles tribute. Free. For more information contact Virginia Santana at (562) 567-9450 JULY 14 Certified Farmers Market @ Uptown Whittier (Philadelphia St. and Bright Ave.) 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Purchase farmfresh produce from local vendors. Free admission. For more information call (562) 696-2662

JULY 20 Shop Local @ Parnell Park (15390 Lambert Rd.) 4 to 7 p.m. Enjoy a table-top expo and meet 75+ local businesses. Outdoor expo is FREE and open to the public! Expo will take place prior to scheduled concert. For more information call the Whittier Chamber at (562) 698-9554 Concerts in the Park @ Parnell Park (15390 Lambert Rd.) 7 to 8:30 p.m. “Swing Cats” will perform Big Band music. Free. For more information contact Virginia Santana at (562) 567-9450 Certified Farmers Market @ Uptown Whittier (Philadelphia St. and Bright Ave.) 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Purchase farmfresh produce from local vendors. Free admission. For more information call (562) 696-2662

JULY 15 The Little Mermaid @ Whittier Center Theatre (7630 Washington Ave.) 2 p.m. Young Artists Theatre Company presents The Little Mermaid. $18 adults; $15 students/seniors. For more information email yatcompany@gmail.com

JULY 24 Concerts in the Park @ Central Park (6524 Friends Ave.) 7 to 8:30 p.m. “Jonny Walker and the Whiskey Shooters” will perform country music. Free. For more information contact Virginia Santana at (562) 567-9450

JULY 16 City of Whittier Walk & Roll @ Uptown Whittier (multiple streets) 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Multiple streets will be closed off and free of cars allowing walking, biking, music, fun zones and more to be enjoyed on the streets. Free to attend. For more information call (562) 567-9430 or visit www.whittierwalkandroll.com

JULY 25 SCORE Consultations @ The Whittier Chamber Office (8158 Painter Ave.) 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. SCORE mentors will help you and your business open new markets, reach new customers, and achieve new goals. By appointment only. FREE. To make an appointment call (626) 593-1120

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Tasty Tuesday @ Mimi’s Cafe (15436 E. Whittier Blvd.) 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy business networking and great food! $10 pre-registration; $15 at the door; $20 for non-members. Call (562) 698-9554 for more information or visit www.whittierchamber.com JULY 26 Mid Year Economic Forecast @ Biola University in Andrews Banquet Room (13800 Biola Ave. La Mirada) 7:30 a.m. Dr. Christopher Thornberg, founding partner of Beacon Economics and Director of the UC Riverside School of Business Center for Economic Forecasting, will present a comprehensive forecast for the U.S. California and Southern California economies to Whittier businesses. $50 for Chamber members; $60 for non-members. Register at www.whittierchamber.com JULY 27 Concerts in the Park @ Parnell Park (15390 Lambert Rd.) 7 to 8:30 p.m. “Betamaxx” will perform 1980’s pop music. Free. For more information contact Virginia Santana at (562) 567-9450 JULY 28 Certified Farmers Market @ Uptown Whittier (Philadelphia St. and Bright Ave.) 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Purchase farmfresh produce from local vendors. Free admission. For more information call (562) 696-2662 JULY 31 Concerts in the Park @ Central Park (6524 Friends Ave.) 7 to 8:30 p.m. “Upstream” will perform reggae music. Free. For more information contact Virginia Santana at (562) 567-9450

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From Maddi’s Closet awarded $10,000 From Maddi’s Closet has been awarded $10,000 by the Expect Miracles Foundation to support its efforts to help children suffering from cancer. The award was one of the largest grants presented recently at the 6th Annual Miracle Maker Leadership Council Funding Awards Celebration in Boston. Miracle Maker Jim Keenan, from Citi, accepted the $10,000 award on behalf of From Maddi’s Closet. The grant will support the charity’s Patient Special Needs Fund, which provides financial assistance for medical and related needs such as pediatric strollers and wheelchairs, pediatric canes, 4-wheeled walkers, and medical co-pays assistance, as well as medications, over-the-counter items and more. “From Maddi’s Closet is honored to be among a number of organizations around the nation to have its efforts recognized by this generous award from the Expect Miracles Foundation,” says Donna Holmes, president of From Maddi’s Closet. “The support we receive from many individuals and organizations enables us to continue making very real contributions towards relieving the pain suffered by thousands of children.” In recent years, From Maddi’s

Closet has donated more than $361,000 to help with children’s cancer research and provide emotional and financial support to thousands of patients and their families. As a result, thousands of young patients suffering from cancer have been touched by the charity’s impressive efforts. In addition to helping children battling cancer today, From Maddi’s Closet also supports research efforts aimed at stopping the various forms of cancer afflicting children, which being made through the research institutions at both children’s hospitals. From Maddi’s Closet was started more than a decade ago after Madison Leslie Holmes lost her battle with cancer at four years of age. Local youth are also involved in helping children battling cancer through From Maddi’s Closet. A Junior Advisory Board composed of middle school and high school students represents the organization at many public events, operates public awareness booths, hosts inpatient and outpatient projects, and assists at the annual We Can Family Camp for children with cancer. Individuals, businesses and organizations may support From Maddi’s Closet’s activities throughout the year. Information is available, and donations can be made online by visiting www.frommaddiscloset.org.

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The Whittier Art Association and Gallery will be closed for the month of July. The Life Drawing Group will still meet on Friday, July 7. The group meets from 7 to 10 p.m. and the fee is $20. The Gallery has extraordinary male and female models for the group. For more information, call John Williams at (951) 236-0862. The Whittier Art Association is a non-profit organization and memberships and donations to the Gallery are tax deductible. For further information, stop by the Whittier Art Association and Gallery located at 8035 Painter Avenue or call (562) 698-8710.

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The Little Mermaid to be performed select dates in July The Young Artists Theatre Company is excited to present Disney’s The Little Mermaid. Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s beloved story and the classic animated film, the fishy fable will capture your heart. The play will feature favorite songs including, Under the Sea, Kiss the Girl and Part of your World. Evening performances will take place at Whittier Center Theatre,

7630 Washington Ave., on July 14, 15, 21 and 22 at 7 p.m. and matinee performances will take place on July 15 and 22 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $18 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. Purchase tickets online at www.youngartiststheatre.org or at the box office an hour before each performance. For more information, email yatcompany@gmail.com.

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REACH presents 1st Annual Growing Art event On July 9 from 12 to 9 p.m., a grassroots art charity event will be held to benefit REACH, Boys & Girls Clubs of Whittier and Children at Play Foundation. The community is invited to make a difference and be extraordinary. Meet local artists, musicians and dancers while supporting local children’s charities. Visit vendor booths and purchase quality artwork and food and drinks from delicious neighborhood eateries. The event will take place at the Historic Nixon Plaza located at 13002 Philadelphia St. Whittier. Tickets are $10 pre-sale or $20 at the door. Pre-sale tickets can be purchased at the REACH office, 9300 Santa Fe Springs Rd. Santa Fe Springs. For more information, contact Steven at (626) 485-2029.

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Credit Union of Southern California (8028 Greenleaf Avenue) Wake Up Whittier is our signature networking event! Each month 150-180 members gather to talk business, share contact information and gain referrals and leads. Whittier Chamber members attend this high energy event free of charge. Prospective members typically pay $20, but this month CUSoCal is generously covering the cost for guests. Please RSVP at www.whittierchamber.com or by email to luis@whittierchamber.com.

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RENEWING MEMBERS Thanks to the following members for renewing their Chamber membership and for supporting our efforts to build a strong local economy

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Congratulations to our Milestone Members this month! Thanks to the following businesses that have been partners with the Whittier Chamber in helping to create a thriving economy.

Acuvision Family Optometry (562) 696-1883

MPG Construction (562) 947-8961

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PDQ Rentals (562) 944-3206

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Averill & Green, Kenneth L. Green, Patent & Trademark Attorney (562) 698-8039

Rousselle Termite & Pest Control (562) 692-0481

Energy Control HVAC (562) 945-6966

Send Out Cards (562) 201-6160

Beverly Hospital (323) 726-1222 Bright Plaza Pharmacy & Home Medical Equipment (562) 943-7589

Special Children’s League Whittier (562) 500-8658 St. Mark’s Lutheran School (626) 968-0428

1st Jon, Inc. (877) 566-8646

Sudick, John K., D.D.S. (562) 698-8739

Jordan, Jan Civic member

Graham Productions, LLC (562) 846-4822 Jere E. McDonald, An Accountancy Corp. (562) 945-1558

Trinity Lutheran Church (562) 699-7431

Keeling Agency Insurance Services (562) 947-2231

Veracruz Restaurant (562) 693-3274

Lowe & Rossopoulos, D.D.S. (562) 907-4522

Whittier Public Library Foundation (562) 567-9922

Morningside of Fullerton (714) 256-8174

Zoe Christian Fellowship (562) 906-5000

Breakthrough Treatment Now Available In Whittier

Whittier, CA - Imagine forty years ago if you were told that lasers would replace scalpels in surgery or that robotic instruments would build cars; you may not have believed it. By the same token, would you believe that chiropractic treatments could be performed using a special hand-held instrument developed by NASA scientists; all while you were sitting in an upright position without any turning or twisting movements? According to Dr. Yani Feliciano, “This new form of computerized treatment is so gentle and effective, that it truly amazes even the most skeptical patients. It’s called the Ultralign and it’s the newest version of the Proadjuster which is the latest, stateof-the-art technology in existence today, and the only one in Whittier.” This technology can safely and gently analyze and treat the spine and other joints to remove the nerve impingement that is often the cause of pains in the low back, neck, shoulders and elsewhere in the body. It also works on a variety of muscular conditions to loosen tight muscles with ease and comfort. Many patients say that it’s like getting a mini-massage. Even patients with knee, hip and foot problems such as plantar fascitis are being helped. It is also covered by most insurance companies including Medicare. Dr. Yani says that “The secret to this technology lies in its ability to deliver an extremely precise and gentle adjustment.” She says that, “Even though traditional forms of adjusting also work, Dr. Yani uses the ProAdjuster to people are drawn to this new technique because of how gentle it is analyze a patient’s spine and pin-point and does not involve any twisting, especially in the neck. areas of nerve impingement syndrome causing malfunction and pain. Many people like getting adjusted with traditional manual techniques, all of which are safe and effective. But there are a large number of people who never get to experience the amazing benefits of chiropractic because they are scared to have their spines adjusted in that way,” says Dr. Yani. Now, there is no longer a reason to be wary. This technology is perfect for anyone who has been thinking about going to a chiropractor, but hasn’t yet made that decision. Dr. Yani wants everyone to be able to experience these same benefits and if you have nerve interference causing any of the following conditions, the Ultralign may be the answer you’ve been looking for... • Neck & Shoulder pain • Poor Circulation • Low back pain • Sciatic pain • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome • Arthritis • Headaches • High Cholesterol • TMJ Problems • Fibromyalgia • Scoliosis • High Blood Pressure • Sports Injuries • Planter Fascitis • Knee or hip pain • Diabetes Computer guided treatment is consistent, measurable and extremely gentle. Call Isabel at our office today and mention this article to receive a FREE analysis to pin-point your problem areas and to see how we can help. Be one of the first five callers and you will also receive an examination that can show the areas of your stress and how it’s affecting your body for only $89 (reg. $250). If you are not completely delighted with the services, you pay nothing! This technological marvel can help you return to a healthier lifestyle. You may no longer have to live with a persistent, painful condition. Call (562) 698-1275 today! “Dr. Yani completely corrected a major nerve damage injury that could have left me disabled for life after I had seen 8 previous doctors who did nothing to help me for 3 months. I was told surgery was my only option. I noticed feeling in my arm for the first time since my injury immediately after treatment with the ProAdjuster. After the first few weeks of treatments I could not believe the miraculous and drastic improvements I had made in my rapid road to recovery. Dr. Yani is the best of the best. I feel better than I did prior to my injury and have a new lease on life!” ~ Tawni Camargo

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dude. be nice was founded in Southern California in 2013. Inspired by the power of kindness and self expression through personal style, the brand was born. Their clothing is designed for people who vibe on meaningful human connection. They’re committed to telling stories of rad people and communities across the world who live kindness, gratitude and inclusivity everyday. It’s a blast bringing people together. Get dressed. Put on something nice. Black Flys House of Flys Whittier Shain West 14214 E. Whittier Blvd. Whittier, CA 90605 Phone: (562) 443-4946 Email: hofwhittier@gmail.com Lavish Clothing Shain West 14218 E. Whittier Blvd. Whittier, CA 90605 Phone: (714) 616-3962 Email: lavishclothing@gmail.com Website: www.lavish-clothing.com

SALON & SPA Mz. Lavish Pampering Day Spa Shain West 14216 E. Whittier Blvd. Whittier, CA 90605 Phone: (562) 940-5874 Email: mzlavishdayspa@gmail.com

Established in 2013, Core Evolution - LSF was formed by Michael & Helen Villareal to provide a challenging, motivating, encouraging and fun fitness environment in which everyone can accomplish and surpass their fitness goals. With over 30 years of training experience and multiple certifications, Michael & Helen believe a solid foundation in training fundamentals will help build a strong “core” upon which their fitness family can improve and enrich their daily lives. Core Evolution provides fit camps, cardio kickboxing and personal/ small group training in a clean, safe and “family”orientated facility. The personal trainers at Core Evolution offer a broad array of training programs that are developed in conjunction with the family member so they get the most out of the facility and themselves each and every time. No “cookie-cutter” workouts here! Core Evolution exists for one reason, and that is to constantly challenge and lead their fitness family to achieve the highest level of sustainable fitness they can reach. Core Evolution provides “Training That Fits Your Lifestyle!”

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Are you doing business in Whittier? Joining the Whittier Chamber is a no-brainer! All the movers and shakers of the city are part of this century-old establishment. I noticed the dense concentration of small friendly businesses when I moved here a few years ago. This is a consumer market --- it’s a city of spenders. If they know you, they will buy from you. Raoul Pascual, WYNK Marketing

PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS Print Xpressions Terry Serrano West Covina, CA Phone: (626) 913-1342 Email: terry@pxpromotionalproducts.com Website: www.pxpromotionalproducts.com

Inspired by Shain West’s grandmother, Lavish clothing was established in 2010. West wanted to create a clothing store and salon where everyone had the opportunity to feel “lavish” and be treated like a king or queen. Black Flys, a specialty sunglasses shop, is also owned by West and it’s a brand he closely relates to. Lavish Clothing is proud to have their brands recognized by celebrities, athletes and more. They look forward to becoming a household name and providing the opportunity for everyone to feel “lavish” with clothing, sunglasses and pampering treatments that are affordable.

Print Xpressions has enjoyed helping businesses with their marketing needs since 1996. Their philosophy is to treat each customer as if they were their only customer. They focus on their customer’s needs and work hard at meeting each of those needs. They offer hundreds of promotional products, from inexpensive pens to corporate gifts. They are always looking for ways to be of assistance to their customers. Most of their customers have been with them for over 20 years. They truly enjoy the relationships they have built with their customers.

MORTGAGE LENDING Residential Bancorp Abby Ayala 11801 Beverly Blvd. Whittier, CA 90601 Email: abby.ayala@bancorp.com Website: www.bancorpretail.com/whittier Bancorp Residential is committed to making the homebuying experience simple and enjoyable. They are proud to be a Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac and Ginnie Mae Direct Seller/Servicer, as well as a FHA Direct Endorsement and VA Automatic mortgage lender. Their Whittier branch has over 30 years of experience. They know that their continued success is dependent upon

providing both their internal and external customers with bestin-class customer service. Whether it is their commitment to meeting and exceeding turn-time expectations, or closing their customer’s loans accurately and on-time, they demonstrate that excellent customer service is not just a goal, it is truly a core value. It would be their pleasure to help you with your mortgage loan needs.

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