Member-to-Member Discount Program Here’s another reason to join the CV Chamber: We’ve recently rebooted our member-to-member discount program. Let’s call it M2M 2.0. All chamber business members have been invited to offer a special promotional discount to other chamber members. If you haven’t seen the invitation in your mailbox, read on for more info, then […]
The Origins of Chambers of Commerce On Monday, some Chamber board members presented a certificate to Jessy Shelton, a senior at CV High and our pick for this year’s Student of the Year. In the next few weeks, we’ll be announcing and presenting awards to all sorts of outstanding men, women and organizations in the […]
Chamber Offers Breath of Fresh Air Autumn seems to be settling in nicely. There’s a snap in the air (at least there is today as I write this). The days of 100-degree heat are hopefully over, so it’s time to start thinking about getting back outside and breathing some fresh air. We’ve got a couple […]
Community Readies for 9/11 Tomorrow, Sept. 9 is the Remembrance Motorcade in the morning and 9/11 Evening Ceremony. Organized by Chamber members Dwight Sityar, Steve Pierce and Jean Maluccio, and sponsored by the Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Early Rodders Car Club, this annual event is one of those things that make our […]
Getting Ready for a Motorcade I was talking to a friend the other day. For fun, we were describing cities in the area as if we were telling out-of-towners. We decided La Crescenta was all about families, schools and small businesses with a hefty dose of patriotism. So it’s very fitting that the Crescenta Valley […]
One is Silver and the Other is Gold We’re making new friends here at the Chamber and we’re learning new things about old friends. Here are the latest members to join the Chamber family. Back to Basics Fitness just opened a new location at 2914 Foothill Blvd. in La Crescenta. President Gail Medina and Coach […]
Hiring the Lowest Bidder? Think Again. Are you considering home repairs or renovations? It’s tempting to choose the lowest estimate but that may not be the best value in the long run. Those low bidders may not be licensed, bonded or insured and that can lead to a risky situation. Angie Hicks, creator of Angie’s […]
Recognizing the Outstanding Ones Everyone knows them – the men and women who seem to be at every event, the ones lending a helping hand and going the extra mile to make sure good things get done. They’re typically not looking for accolades, or even acknowledgement, but it sure feels good when they get it. […]
Mix Up Your Promo Efforts with a Mixer Next Wednesday, on Aug. 10, we’ll host our seventh mixer of 2016. We have a number of local businesspeople who make it a priority to attend our monthly mixers. They know it’s a great opportunity to get to know other businesspeople in a relaxed, party-like atmosphere. Phil […]
New Members – July We added four new members to the CV Chamber family in July. They’re showing their support of the community by joining the Chamber. Please show them your support by patronizing their business or organization. Jennifer Emery is a photographer, educator, author and motivational speaker. After 20 years as an award-winning professional […]