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W O O D L A N D H I L L S - TA R Z A N A C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E
Dec. 2010
Volume 65
No. 10

New Member Breakfast Orientation Photo by Kathy Rappaport

The Woodland Hills~Tarzana Chamber of Commerce New Members find all that the WHTCC offers, meet the
Staff, Ambassadors, Committee Chairs, receive their plaque and new member goodie bag.

Support Our Newsletter Sponsors Members, Welcome!

State Of The Art Images
Paul Davis & Alberta Bellisario
Insurance Services
Deats Design
Hornstein Law Offices
Silver Body & Paint
RGEB Employee Benefits
Red Ginger
Warner Center Marriott
Flash Frozen Photography, Inc.
Holiday Inn Woodland Hills
Valley Promotional Products
Barone’s
Westfield
Wellness Community
Listing starts on page 8
Renewing Members
Listing starts on page 10
Calendar of Events
Page 4
Mardi Gras! Page 3
Committees Page 16
Chamber Pizza Party
Page 14

GOLD LEADERS SUPPORTER LEADERS Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne

Providence Tarzana Medical Center Deats Design Syndicated Insurance Agency
Warner Center Marriott Hornstein Law Offices Welcome Wagon
Hilton Woodland Hills Premier America FCU
SILVER LEADER
IamFarmers Paul Lawler & Associates
Holiday Inn Woodland Hills FRIEND LEADERS Corefit
Northrop Grumman Paul Davis & Alberta Bellisario Insurance
BRONZE LEADERS
Kaiser Permanente Services
Westfield Topanga & Promenade
The Web Corner Flash Frozen Photography
Motion Picture & Television Fund
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MESSAGE FROM THE

Mailing Address:
Chamber Report CHAIRMAN
By Diana Williams,

Photo Kathy Rappaport Flash Frozen pholography, Inc.

P.O. Box 1,
Woodland Hills,
CA 91365
Executive Director
Return on Your
Colleen
“Membership Langford
20121 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 204 Investment”
Each year our
WHTCC
Woodland Hills, CA 91364 Chairman of the

members are faced

(818) 347-4737 • Fax (818) 347-3321 Board
2010 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
with the opportunity
I can’t believe
COLLEEN LANGFORD to continue their
the holidays are
Holiday Inn Woodland Hills
Chairman of the Board, Chair Beautification support and here. It feels like
DEBORAH SABLE, CoreFit involvement with the Woodland just yesterday
Past Chair 2008, 2009 Hills~Tarzana Chamber of Commerce. we were welcoming 2010! I hope that
Chair Education, Co-Chair Programs
I heard from a member who was this year has been good to all of you.
DAVID ASPLUND
Providence Tarzana Medical Center considering renewal that this was a During these rough economic times
Executive Vice Chair tough year for him. He didn’t have any we should be grateful for every day. I
STEVE H. HORNSTEIN, chamber members book an know that I am most grateful for all
CPA, LL.M., CFP™, Hornstein Law Offices appointment. “Sorry, love the staff and
Chief Financial Officer
of you and your support. What a great
got some great friends over the years,
DIANE DEATS, Deats Design
time to sit back with friends and
Corporate Secretary, Chair Marketing/P.R. just didn’t see a return on my family to enjoy each other’s company
TRACY MYALL investment this year.”
Imagine my surprise when I heard
and reflect on accomplishments,
Premier America Credit Union
Vice Chair Operations this. How could this be? Our office
challenges and successes.
ANN CARLTON BOSE, Skyline Financial received calls for referrals as he was
I would like to wish all of you a
Vice Chair Community Affairs
the only professional member in his Happy, Healthy, and SAFE Holiday
MITCHELL DEARMAN
Westfield Topanga and Promenade category. Also, I got back to the office Season. g
Vice Chair Programs to research it. According to our online
FRANÇOIS KHOURY directory, his listing had 34 hits this an establishment if they belong to our
Woodland Hills Hilton
Vice Chair Special Events year Chamber, you are creating awareness
CLAY ANDREWS, Warner Center Marriott Of course, the first thing that came that we have a Chamber of Commerce
Vice Chair Special Events to mind was “your community did get a that is:
CYNTHIA ELKINS return on your investment.” No, I • Serving to increase the desirability
Elkins Employment Law didn’t say that out where we live,
Chamber Council
loud. Every work and play.
PAUL LAWLER
Paul Lawler Risk Management renewal counts. • Supporting and
CATHERINE da GAMA It helps us achieve promoting large
GRI, E-PRO, WCR so much. It also and small
Rodeo Realty businesses.
made me realize
MAX HAGHIGHI, RHU that chamber • Uniting
Syndicated Insurance Agency
members don’t community and
TIMOTHY COLLINS
World Financial Group announce “Hey, I business.
BARRY S. COHN am here because • Encouraging
RGEB Employee Benefits you are a chamber buying and
ROSE GOLDWATER member.” supporting locally.
Historian, Past President 1978
How do we get our members to • Working to assist public service
CHAMBER STAFF announce their loyalty in our organizations with public safety and
DIANA WILLIAMS, Executive Director
community? We have cards that you quality of life issues.
will present everywhere you go. The Think about what your investment in
JEN SVEJDA Director, Business Development
purpose of the card is to make sure you your Chamber family is bringing to you
FELICIA PAUST, Executive Assistant receive special considerations chamber in all ways. We are thankful for your
DEATS DESIGN, Newsletter Production members give one another. support. Wishing you much to be
When you present your card or ask thankful for this Holiday Season. g
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Honoring

Saturday January 15, 2011

Outgoing Officers
& New Officer Installation Gala

Hilton Woodland Hills

6360 Canoga Avenue
Costume or Black-Tie Optional SAVE
THE
Reception and Silent Auction 6:00-7:30 pm DATE!
Dinner and Program 7:30 pm
Followed by Entertainment and Dancing
Valet Parking is included.
Event tickets $85 per person. $150 for two tickets.
Day of the event ticket is $100 per person.

The favor of a response is requested, RSVP by January 13, 2010 at noon.

For ad & sponsorship opportunities, please call (818) 347-4737
http://www.woodlandhillscc.net Calendar
Calendar of Events
Business Networking Breakfast
Wednesday, December 1st
7:00 am – 9:00 am
Sponsor: Lister Jewelry~Ernie Lister
Woodland Hills Country Club, 21150 Dumetz Rd.
RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Tuesday.
Walk-Ins Welcome add $5
No Jeans please at Breakfast Venue
Members $20, One Time Trial Guest Price $20.
There will be assigned seating.
Holiday Multi~Chamber Mixer Invitation Only
There will be a multi-chamber members only
mixer at Westfield Topanga and Promenade
Thursday, December 2nd, 6:00 – 8:00
Lower Level Near Neiman Marcus
6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd. #M-1
This will replace our standard November and
December mixers.
RSVP's will be accepted until Noon, Dec. 1st.
RSVP REQUIRED to Enter.
Barone's The Pizzeria Express Launches
Support our Chamber Fundraiser Day
Wednesday, December 8th, 11am – 9pm
Barone's The Pizzeria Express,
22435-D Ventura Blvd.
Woodland Hills -Tarzana Chamber of Commerce
will receive 20% of proceeds, including gift cards
sales! This Fundraiser is good for Dine In and
Take Out orders. “Let’s give something back to
our great Chamber!”says Michael Monteleone
Business Networking Luncheon
Wednesday, December 15th, 11:30am – 1:30am RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Tuesday. Walk-Ins add
Sponsor: TBA
Speaker: Wendy Greuel, City Controller of Los Angeles
Holiday Inn Woodland Hills Warner Center
Address: 21101 Ventura Blvd.
RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Tuesday.
Walk-Ins Welcome add $5
Members $25, One Time Trial Guest Price $25
November 2010 Page 4
Business Networking Breakfast
Wednesday, January 5th, 7:00 am – 9:00 am
Woodland Hills Country Club, 21150 Dumetz Rd.
RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Tuesday.
Walk-Ins add $5
No Jeans please at Breakfast Venue
Members $20 One Time Trial Guest $20.
There will be assigned seating.
New Member Orientation Breakfast
Invitation Only
Wednesday, January 12th, 8:00 am – 9:00 am
Holiday Inn Woodland Hills, 21101 Ventura Blvd.
RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Tuesday
I N S TA L L AT I O N G A L A
Saturday, Janaury 15th, 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Costumes or Black Tie Optional
Hilton Woodland Hills, 6360 Canoga Ave.
Reception & Silent Auction 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Dinner & Program 7:30 pm
Followed by~Entertainment & Dancing
RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Thursday, Jan. 13th
Individual Tickets $85.00, 2 Tickets for $150
Business Networking Luncheon
Wednesday, January 19th, 11:30 am – 1:15 pm
Warner Center Marriott, 21850 Oxnard Street
$5, Members $25, One Time Trial Guest $25
Business Networking Mixer
Wednesday, January 26th, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Address: TBA
RSVP REQUIRED by noon on Tuesday.
Members $0 One Time Trial Guest $10
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Welcome New Members!
http://www.woodlandhillscc.net
We encourage you to make the most of your membership by becoming involved;
join a committee, attend meetings, participate in events, let us get to know you!
Esthetic Professionals
Kristie Borquez
18981 Ventura Blvd. Ste. 300
Tarzana CA 91356
Phone: (818)758-3557
Fax: (818)758-3559
www.estheticprofessionals.com
KBorquez@estheticprofessionals.c
om
Paul Smith
Woodland Hills Wine
Company
22622 Ventura Blvd.
Woodland Hills CA 91364
Phone: (818)222-1111
Fax: (818)222-3999
www.whwc.com
carol@whwc.com
Champion Employer
Services
Tom Elias
9574 Topanga Canyon Blvd.
Woodland Hills CA 91311
Phone: (818)678-6400
Fax: (818)772-2180
www.ChampionHR.com
Tom@championhr.com
Gina Salman Realtor
White House Properties
22144 Clarendon #120
Woodland Hills CA 91367
(818) 606-1163
ginasalman@socal.rr.com
Real estate professional for resi- We design and build both soft and
dential properties in the San
Fernando Valley. Woodland Hills English speaking crews for instal-
resident for over 20 years. Honest lation and maintenance. We use a
and strong negotiator with over
25 years sales & marketing expe- landscape that stays within budget.
rience. Committed to personal
service whether you are buying or Nature's Remedy
selling.
Green Financial Services
Mario Valverde
18460 Sherman Way
Reseda CA 91335
Phone: (818)921-4774
Fax: (818)638-7849
www.GreenFS.com
Mario@GreenFS.com
New Members November 2010 Page 6
a Professional Law Corporation
Daar & Newman Coolride
Sergio Delorean
22777 Lyons Avenue Suite 101
Jeff Daar / Michael Newman
21700 Oxnard Street, Suite 350 Newhall CA 93550
Woodland Hills CA 91367
Phone: (888)812-2665
Phone: (818)615-0999
Jersey Mike's
Fax: (888)812-2551
Fax: (818)615-1066
Jeff Bengston
19458 Ventura Blvd. Web: www.coolride.com
Tarzana CA 91356 www.daarnewman.com
Email: sergiod@coolride.com
Phone: (818)343-0371 jdaar@daarnewman.com
Fax: (818)343-2507 mnewman@daarnewman.com
www.jerseymikes.com Daar & Newman, PC Lawyers Farmers Insurance Agent
a multi-national law firm Sean McGaughey
jeff2019jerseymike@sbcglobal.net 21860 Burbank Blvd. Ste. 130
Efficiently and strategically pro-
Woodland Hills CA 91367
viding creative solutions and serv-
Productivity PR, Inc. ices across diverse industry sectors Phone: (818)817-1230
(media & public relations) and international borders seamless- Fax: (818)564-4561
Tracey Rosen ly for small and mid-sized compa- smcgaughey@farmersagent.com
nies, as well as publicly listed
22801 Ventura Blvd. Ste 207
companies, individuals, govern-
Woodland Hills CA 91364
ment entities and entrepreneurs. Five Star Vend
Phone: (818)223-9046
Niels Mikkelsen
www.productivitypr.com 23849 Califa Street
tracey@productivitypr.com
The UPS Store Woodland Woodland Hills CA 91367
Hills (818)274-9607
Keith Casey
connielsmikk@sbcglobal.net
20929 Ventura Bl. Ste. 47
Culinary Cuties
Vanessa Craig Woodland Hills CA
22045 De la Guerra St. www.theupsstorelocal.com/4033/ Frankie's Italian Kitchen
Woodland Hills CA 91364 store4033@theupsstore.com Lionel Brambila
Phone: (818)914-4956 5538 Reseda Blvd.
www.culinarycuties.com Tarzana CA 91356
vanessa@culinarycuties.com
Fetch!
(818)705-1295
Pet Care of Woodland Hills to
Encino www.frankiesitaliankitchen.com
frankiesitaliankitchen@hotmail.com
Sal Barragato
Woodland Hills CA
Reid Freeman Landscapes
Phone: (818)297-8899
Reid Freeman
24510 Pat Place
www.fetchpetcare.com/woodland-
SBDC (Small Business
Woodland Hills CA 91367
hills-to-encino/loc_id/172/a/home/-
Development Center)
Phone: (310)467-1830
/getlocation.php
Ben Tenn
www.reidfreemanlandscapes.com Phone: Santa Clarita, CA 91355
fetchwoodlandhills@gmail.com
reido50@yahoo.com (661)362-5900
A full service Landscape Company www.cocsbdc.com
dedicated to meeting your land- sbdc@canyons.edu
Americanism Education
scaping needs while saving money. League
TheSmallBusinessDevelopmentCe
nter (SBDC) is an SBA affiliated
Deborah Sable
hardscapes. We have reliable 610 W. Foothill St. Ste A
Monrovia CA 91016 consulting and training service for
the San Fernando Valley. The
Phone: (626)357-7733 SBDC, which is hosted by
practical approach to creating your
www.americanism.org College of the Canyons, employs
deborah@americanism.org fifteen expert business advisors
who provide no cost professional
advice and coaching as well as
Chiropractic Tarzana Wine & Spirits monthly trainings.
Simon Shamoun
18839 Ventura Blvd
Dr. Mitra Razipour D.C.
20969 Ventura Blvd. #23
Tarzana CA 91356
Paetec Communications
Woodland Hills CA 91364
Phone: (818)342-0355
Jae Park
(818)992-5252 15260 Ventura Blvd Ste 1410
Fax: (818)342-6720
www.doctormitra.com Sherman Oaks CA 91403
www.tarzanawineandspirits.com
razipourm@yahoo.com (310)749-1089
shop@tarzanawines.com
www.paetec.com
yun.park@paetec.com
Ask Jen how
to do a ribbon cutting. 818.347.4737
http://www.woodlandhillscc.net
PM Realty Group
200 S. Los Robles Ave, Suite 6
Pasadena CA 91101
Phone: (626)683-9398
Fax: (626)683-9498
Web: www.pmrg.com
PM Realty Groups commitment to
excel in the area of property man-
agement is the underlying catalyst
for the high standards maintained
in office projects managed by PM
Realty Group throughout the
United States. As property manage-
ment specialists, we have devel-
oped highly sophisticated adminis-
trative, operating and technical sys-
tems with the versatility to adapt to
the changing requirements of our
clients buildings and their occu-
pants. Standard operating proce-
dures guide all PM Realty Group
employees in their responsibilities
assuring continuity throughout all
of the projects we manage.The PM
Realty Group management teams
consists of highly trained, experi-
enced professionals. The property’s
Management Office is set up to
serve the needs of our customers
and to ensure that your occupancy
at WoodlandBurbank is a pleasant
experience. Our goal is to provide
our clients with the very best serv-
ice possible.
Corbin Gentle Dental
Dr. Poolak Zand
19701 Ventura Blvd.
Woodland Hills CA 91364
Phone: (818)758-1805
Fax: (818)758-1841
corbingentledental@gmail.com
Stan Israel Insurance
Services, Inc.
Stan Isreal
5699 Kanan Road, Suite 367
Agoura Hills CA 91301
(818)706-1100
www.sdiins.com
Stan@StanIsraelInsurance.com
Call the office to heap praise
upon the beautiful ladies
that work there.
They won’t mind. I promise.
818.347.4737
New Members November 2010 Page 7
Santa Monica Mountains Office Depot Ajilon Professional
Cyclery Paul Faitro Staffing
David Kooi 6227 Topanga Canyon Blvd. Stephanie Taylor
21526 Ventura Blvd. Woodland Hills CA 91367 21650 Oxnard St #1500
Woodland Hills CA 91364 Phone: (818)716-7770 Woodland Hills CA 91364
(818)453-3204 Fax: (818)716-7776 Phone: (818)348-8555
www.smmcyclery.com ods0661@officedepot.com Fax: (818)348-8871
contact@smmcyclery.com www.ajilon.com
The Local Bike Shop Experience AT&T stephanie.taylor@ajilon.com
You Deserve.
John Darnell
12900 Park Plaza Drive
Melaleuca
Cerritos CA 90703
Girl Scouts of Greater Los Michelle Zimmer
Angeles www.att.com/smallbusiness (310)739-8050
Mary Bloomfield jd119f@att.com michiezimmer@hotmail.com
20931 Burbank Blvd., Ste. A
Woodland Hills CA 91367
Topanga Police Youth The Mercer at Warner
(626)677-2220
David Marcus Center
www.girlscoutsla.org 21501 Schoenborn St.
Canoga Park CA 91304
Sadaf Fazly
mbroomfield@girlscoutsla.org 22100 Erwin Street
(818)449-8903 Woodland Hills CA 91367
www.topangapoliceyouthboard.org Phone: (866)646-1203
Administaff, Inc.
dmarcus@topangapoliceyouth- Fax: (818)340-2792
board.org
Greg Tatoyan
550 N. Brand Blvd., Suite 650 www.experiencemercer.com
Glendale CA 91203 leasingdirector@experience-
Phone: (818)546-3129 Marriage & Family woodranch.com
Fax: (818)922-9113 Therapy
www.administaff.com
Estela Posternak MFT Eve Marie Ford
greg_tatoyan@administaff.com 19634 Ventura Blvd. Ste 303
Tarzana CA 91356
PepperdineGraziadioSchool
As a Business Consultant, I help 16830 Ventura Blvd., Suite 200
Entrepreneurs/Executives focus Phone: (213)842-6972 Encino CA 91436
intensely on profit-generating activ- Web: www.posternakmft.com Phone: (818)501-1625
ities; provide ways to capitalize on Email: estelamft@aol.com Fax: (818)501-1631
new opportunities; and reduce com-
http://bschool.pepperdine.edu
pany's operating expenses year-
over-year. Our services are geared Jersey Mike’s evemarie.ford@pepperdine.edu
towards Entrepreneurs/Executives Tom Magglos
that are looking for administrative 22649 Ventura Blvd.
relief, affordable big company ben-
Marissa Levi
(in Smart & Final shopping center)
efits, reduced liabilities, and a sys- Woodland Hills CA 91364
DiscoverySchool
18719 Topham
tematic way to improve productivity. Phone: (818)225-7070 Tarzana CA 91335
Fax: (818)225-7076 Phone: (818)521-3835
Web: www.jerseymikes.com Fax: (818)342-5117
US Bank-Westlake Office
Email: bizjetbiz@aol.com
www.discoveryschooltarzana.com
Janet Hartley
5750 Lindero Canyon Road
marissa.levi@gmail.com
Westlake Village CA 91361
Phone: (818)865-3115
All Clear Business
Fax: (818)865-8631
Solutions Cella Skin Care
www.usbank.com
Edward Barajas Bonnie Burgess
Phone: (818)402-6159 5348 Topanga Blvd.
janet.drumwrighthartley@usbank.c
om Web: www.allclearsolutions.com Cyn. , Ste 1
ebarajas@allclearsolutions.com Woodland Hills CA 91364
Phone: (818)623-7333
Web: www.cellaskincare.com
Stuppler & Company Inc.
Columbia College
Email: bonnie@cellaskincare.com
Barry Stuppler
5855 Topanga Canyon Blvd Hollywood
Siute 330 Ted O’Karma
Woodland Hills CA 91367 18618 Oxnard St.
Phone: (818)592-2800 Tarzana CA 91356
Fax: (818)594-8599 Phone: (818)401-1021
Call the office
www.stuppler.com Fax: (818)345-8153 to be an event sponsor.
barry@stuppler.com www.columbiacollege.edu
tokarma@columbiacollege.edu
1.818.347.4737
www.woodlandhillscc.net
Magic Cleaner
Maribel Collens
6600 Topanga Cyn Blvd.
Canoga Park CA 91303
Phone: (818)441-1235
www.magiccleanerfoamspray.com
magiccleaner@yahoo.com
Tara Gurung Black
Tara’s Himalayan Cuisine
19737 Ventura Blvd.
Woodland Hills CA 91364
(818)932-9572
www.tarashimalayancuisine.com
taragurungblack@gmail.com
Adrian Goldman -Pianist
Woodland Hills CA
Phone: (818)888-5463
www.adrianplayspiano.com
adrian@adrianplayspiano.com
I am a classical pianist. I have 4
Cd’s for sale at this time. Adrian
Plays Romantic Music; Adrian
PlaysFavorites: Favorites for
Children and Adrian Plays
Clementi. I also have written a
manual Reading Bass Clef is Easy,
for anyone who needs help in read-
ing bass clef. I am available to
play for weddings dinner parties,
social and business functions. I
teach piano- all ages, all levels.
European Wax Center
Greg Andreoli
21811 Ventura Blvd.
(next to Henry's)
Woodland Hills CA 91364
Phone: (888)391-1160
Fax: (888)391-1162
www.waxcenter.com
Greg.Andreoli@gmail.com
Weissman Law Firm
Donald Weissman
5567 Reseda Blvd., Suite 118
Tarzana CA 91356
Phone: (818)704-5151
Fax: (818)705-2634
www.idwlaw.com
dweissman@idwlaw.com
New Members
Don Sweeney Productions
Don Sweeney
7038 Oakdale
Winnetka CA 91306
Phone: (818)648-8608
Fax: (818)704-5546
DonSweeney.com
DSProductions@earthlink.net
Consists of several aspects from
graphic arts to performing arts; in
addition to producing videos for
commercials and documentaries
Don utilizes his artistic eye needed
to design many of the program
books and tribute books you may
have already seen, but didn’t know
it was designed by Don Sweeney
Productions.
www.818mydentist.com
Ziad Rhayem D.D.S./ Nina Ryan
21123 Victory Blvd.
Canoga Park CA 91303
Phone: (818)888-2700
www.818mydentist.com
zdentist@gmail.com
Doggroomers On the Go!
Lisa Haberman
PO Box
Winnetka CA 91306
Phone: (818)884-8585
Email: lecouponer@aol.com
Thomas Marowelli State
Farm Agent
Thomas Marowelli
21731 Ventura Blvd Ste 160
Woodland Hills CA 91364
Phone: (805)236-0431
Fax: (818)702-6152
thomas.marowelli.rtct@statefarm.com
FREE?
YES!
with your
membership.
Build or update
your online profile.
www.woodlandhillscc.net
ATTEND
a ribbon cutting
this week!
November 2010 Page 8
Notes from 1. Know what the tickets are
Neighborhood supposed to look like. It’s
Watch easy to print up fake tickets,
if you know what they are
HOLIDAYS, the temptation to supposed to look like, you are
leave personal property and less likely to be scammed.
shopping bags in plain sight
2. Meet somewhere safe.
creates great opportunity for
If you are carrying $1,000.00
thieves. Avoid being the victim
for those special tickets,
of a crime by taking a little
Consider meeting in a
extra effort, keep this in mind
POLICE LOBBY so you
“Lock It, Hide It, Keep It” don’t get robbed.
3. If the seller will accept a
Beware of Ticket Scams!
Recently, a big increase in check, use a cashier’s check
counterfeit tickets for sought- instead of a personal one to
after concerts and sports protect your identity. If the
person is a scam artist, you
events being sold on Craigslist.
Internet sites like Craigslist, don’t want to give them a
Oodle, Yahoo Classifieds, and chance to forge your check.
EBay provide some great
4. If you don’t meet in person,
bargains, but think twice before
consider using a service like
you purchase event tickets if
PayPal that has some
the site does not provide a
protection to refund your
guarantee. Selling unneeded
money in case of a scam or if
tickets on Craigslist can be fast
you never receive the tickets.
and easy, but buying them can
leave you holding a FORGERY We are always in search of a
and stuck on the outside of the great deal and private party
venue unless you know how to ads like Craigslist can be a
spot a fake. If you do choose to great place to find a bargain,
purchase event tickets from a just don’t let yourself fall victim
private party, consider the to a scam while trying to get
following tips: tickets to your favorite event. g
818.888.2280
flashfrozenphotography.com
Kathy@flashfrozenphotography.com
20969 Ventura Blvd., Suite 3
Ventura County Woman Business Owner of the Year Woodland Hills, CA 91364 in the French Quarter
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Travel Tip Check Members in the News

list
• Place houselights on timer to make it appear as if you’re home.
• Temporarily suspend mail and newspaper deliveries.
• Ask trusted friend or neighbor to keep watch over your home.
Provide your contact information to them.
• Charge cell phone or mobile devices prior to traveling.
• Pack strategically and as lightly as possible. Most airlines typically
allow just one carry-on bag.
• Remember TSA’s 3-1-1 Rules for all liquids and gels you pack in
carry-on luggage.
• Print boarding passes 24 hours prior to your flight.
• Place government-issued ID that matches reservation exactly into
wallet or purse you’ll take with you. (TSA’s Secure Flight)
• Make copies of itineraries and confirmation numbers for airlines,
On November 13, thirty five people showed up early on
hotels and rental cars. Bring with you. by Sean McCarthy

Saturday morning to beautify Ventura Boulevard in

• Make list of important telephone numbers for airlines, hotel, rental
Woodland Hills. Most were from local church communities
cars and travel agent. Carry with you.
as well as chamber members. Non chamber participants
• Wear comfortable clothes and easily removable shoes. This will
were split between congregants from Shepherd of the Hills
speed up airport security.
• Leave home with cushion of time to get you to airport at least two Church in Chatsworth and Elders from Church of Jesus
Christ Latter Day Saints wards in Reseda and Woodland
hours before domestic departures or three hours before
Hills.
international flights.
• Be prepared for crowds. Even for seasoned travelers, remember The area cleaned is 3.3 miles of Ventura Blvd., from
Wilbur on the east to Canoga Avenue on the west. We
that this may be the only time of the year when many are traveling,
trimmed and cleaned tree wells, swept sidewalks and
so they may be less prepared or informed than you.
• Be prepared to pay for checked bags. Exceptions include preferred removed litter. Additionally, we swept four freeway
underpasses at De Soto, Winnetka, Corbin and Wilbur.
status with the airline, those who are traveling in first class, and
All of the work was completed in 3.5 hours.
those carrying certain airlines’ preferred credit cards, including
Ninety-five bags of debris were collected.
Delta’s American Express Card and Continental’s MasterCard.

Special thanks to Western Bagels and Jersey Mike's

• Know which items are prohibited by law.
• Place all metal items (wallet, watch, jewelry, cell phone, etc.) in 22649 Ventura Blvd. (in Smart & Final parking lot)
818-225-7070, Woodland Hills for refreshments!
your carry-on or in a security binas you approach security.
• Remove laptops, DVD players and other similar items from bag and Images for this article are posted to FaceBook at
place in security bin. The exception is the TSA-approved laptop bag. http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=27808&id=12842
• Remove all coats, jackets and sweatshirts with front zippers and 4140534558 The photog is Wade MacDonald, Shepherd of
place into security bin. the Hills 818-888-7501 x101 g
• Remove shoes and place on security conveyor belt.
• Remember that patience is a virtue and that the holiday spirit
begins with you. g

Thanks to our November Luncheon sponsor:

• Columbia College Hollywood.
December breakfast sponsor is
• Ernie Lister, Lister Jewlery.
December Breakfast speaker winner is
• Aaron Albucher Accounting.
December Luncheon speaker is
• Wendy Greuel.
 Renewing Members
http://www.woodlandhillscc.net
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Woodland Hills Country Club
Phil Lopez – www.woodlandhillscc.org Associates
It’s a Celebration & You’re Invited www.brennercpas.com
40th Anniversary/Ribbon Cutting.
1 9 74
January 13, 5pm
Business Machines Center
Ray Wargnier
www.businessmachinescenter.com
West Valley Occupational
Center
Veronica Montes — www.wvoc.net San Fernando Valley Bar
19 7 8
Torgan-Beard -Fernandez
Dental Group
Kim Brody — www.tbdental.com
19 7 9
Riverrock Real Estate Group
Joy Jugovic — www.riverrockreg.com Sherry Keowen — www.dilbeck.com
19 8 4
Warner Gardens Motel
Bessie Flessas
www.knightsinn.com
19 8 4
Elliott Kramsky, Attorney at
Law
Elliott N. Kramsky – www.lo-enk.com www.unitedimaging.com
19 8 8
Gary M. Barnbaum, CPA, CMC
Gary Barnbaum, CPA CMC
www.gmbarnbaum.com
19 8 9
Halsey School– Richard Halsey
www.halseyschools.com
19 9 2
The Foundation for Pierce
College
Dennis Washburn
www.piercecollege.edu
Renewing Members November 2010 Page 10
19 9 3
Bob Austin AdZoo
Ambassador of the Month,
Brenner, Berman and October
Bob Austin, who spells his name
backward so he is not confused with
Jennifer Brenner
all other Bobs, enjoys being an
Ambassador and promoting Chamber
Membership.
David B. Newman, CPA, Inc.
Bob says being a Regional Director with AdzZoo and
David B. Newman
helping businesses acquire new customers while branding
www.davidnewmancpa.com
their business on the Internet, is a career dream. Helping a
business reach local customers that go to Google for
Don Luenebrink, CLU, ChFC
products and services in today's New Economy is a great
Don Luenebrink
business model to be a part of.
www.luenebrinkfinancialservices.com
Bob grew up outside Portland, Oregon and is very proud
19 9 4
to be a Beaver from Oregon State. Bob has one son Brad,
who he enjoys hanging out with. Camping once a month
from March to October, with his best friends and son, is the
Association
Rosie Soto — www.sfvba.org quality time he enjoys the most. Bob says camping out at
the beach while eating, drinking and enjoying a good camp
PathPoint fire is a great way to forget about everyday stress. His
Bill Murphy — www.wtpinc.org other way to relax is either going to a Dodger game or
Valley Cultural Center Concerts in the Park.
19 9 5 Bob’s Chamber advice is to be active and attend as many
networking events as you can, if you do, your business will
grow. g
Dilbeck Realtors, GMAC
19 9 8 Patrick Meherin
New York Life Avant-Garde Marketing Services
Tom Koelewyn, CLU, ChFC Ambassador of the Month,
www.sanfernandovalley.nyloffices.com
September
Patrick Meherin, an Independent
2002 Representative for Avant-Garde
United Imaging Marketing Services, is a native of
Southern California. His past careers
Scott Crow
included teaching chess to over
10,000 elementary school students
American Legion Post 826 with a non-profit organization, and
Robert L. Schol Sr. teaching rock-climbing at a private
school. He uses this experience to help educate business
www.americanlegionwoodlandhills.bl
owners on how to most easily and affordably accept credit-
ogspot.com
card payments and other forms of transactions. Patrick is
an extremely active Ambassador, having won Ambassador
Ameritel, Inc.
Dave Burtch – www.ameritelinc.com of the Month 3 times. www.agmsonline.com. g
Law Offices of Feinberg &
Waller, APC
Marshall Waller
www.feinbergwaller.com
Jen says
The more you tell others about WHTCC
Continued... the larger we get & the more business
you could potentially be doing. g
JEN SVEJDA
WHTCC
Director, Business
Development
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2003
Storage Etc.
Sharon Smith
www.storageetc.com
2003
LoanMart - Collateral Lender,
Inc.
Josh Ickovic
www.woodlandhillspawnshop.com
2004
Neal Distributor
Kalpana Butala
Therapeutic Effect
Ani Papazyan, CN, LMT, CFT
www.therapeuticeffectplus.com
2004
Bigoudi International
Carlos de la Vega
www.bigoudi-intl.com
2005
Carnahan & Associates
Marva Tagg
www.carnahanrealty.com
Lockheed Federal Credit Union Cathy Yoel
Walter Franklin
www.lockheedfcu.org
Specialty Roofing
Julio Freeman
www.specialty-roofing.com
Ivy Academia Entrepreneurial Joanna Peterson
Charter School
Tatyana Berkovich
www.ivyacademia.com
Brevidoro Ins. Agency /
Farmers Insurance
Steve Brevidoro
www.brevidoro.com
The M.U.S.I.C. Foundation
Kristin Thibedeau
www.supporttmf.org
Tri-Valley Special Olympics
Laura Mayo
www.sosc.org/trivalley.html
Renewing Members
2006
Gillette and Associates
Physical Therapy
Terry Gillette
www.gillettept.net
Evan Ashcraft Foundation
Jane Bright
www.evanashcraft.org
Jay Nolan Community Services, Inc.
Inc.
Jeff Strully
www.jaynolan.org
Temple Aliyah
David Brook
www.templealiyah.org
All Saints Home Care and
Referral Services
Elegance Hippolyte, RN, BSN, PHN www.Syndicatedins.com
www.allsaintsinhomecaregivers.com
AMF Woodlake Bowl
Javier Serrano
www.amf.com
2007
Barry's Ticket Service
www.barrystickets.com
Absolute Best Electric
Jim Allen
www.absolutebestelectric.com
Taft Plaza Dental Group
www.taftplazadental.com
SCG Financial Services, A Prof.
Corp.
Stephen C Gilbert
www.scgfs.com
Nicola's Kitchen
John Saffell
www.nicolaskitchen.com
Monarch Village Tarzana
Sarah Laloyan
www.monarchvillage.net
November 2010 Page 11
The Right Cartridge, LLC Therapeutic Living Centers for
Vlad Sterlin the Blind
www.therightcartridge.com Sally MacDowell
www.tlc4blind.org
AVANT-GARDE Marketing
Solutions, Inc. Paul the Barber at Daniel's
Independent Representative Hair Styling For Men
Paul Shafit
Patrick Meherin
www.agmsonline.com www.PaulTheBarber.T35.com
Barrister Executive Suites, gish SEIDEN LLP
David Fox
Kerri Morales www.gskcpa.com
www.barrister-suites.com
Maguire & Hart
Luther Burbank Savings Vincent Maguire
Maryam Sobouti www.maguireandhart.com
www.lutherburbanksavings.com
Leonis Adobe Museum
Syndicated Insurance Agency, Diane Ramadan
LLC
www.leonisadobemuseum.org
Leslie M. Kaz
Leonis Adobe Museum
Diane Ramadan
Beds Unlimited www.leonisadobemuseum.org
Lucie Volotzky
www.bedsunlimited.ne The Web Corner
2008
Robert Adams
www.thewebcorner.com
2009
Howard Johnson Inn & Suites
Andy Vanmali
www.hojo.com/hotel/01759 Life Insurance Solutions
Jerry Izenberg
Michael A. Persky, M.D., www.LifeInsuranceSolutions.Biz
F.A.C.S., Facial Plastic Surgery
Felicia Baselli Vista Automotive Family
www.drpersky.com Dee Dee Alexander
www.vistadirect.net
Assurance Document
Shredding Braemar Country Club
Brad Ford Janine Walker
www.adshred.com www.braemarclub.com
Edward Jones Investments GreatWay Roofing Company
Gina Lapiner Matthew Saeger
www.edwardjones.com www.GreatWayroofing.com
Janet Montgomery
Giftberry.org
Hypnotherapy Kevin Hincker
Janet Montgomery www.giftberry.org
www.janetmontgomeryhypnotherapy.
com Carillon Apartment Homes
Leasing Office
The Alvarez Firm, A Law www.carillonlife.com
Corporation
Justin Alvarez The Absolute Yoga & Pilates
www.alvarezfirm.com Monika Hall
www.theabsoluteyoga.com
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Minuteman Press

Gain
John Garbo
www.minutemanpress.com

BetterMen.org
Community
Wayne Levine
www.BetterMen.org
The Chamber is actively for
Recognition
Michael Meskat Accountancy seeking ways to improve our
Michael Meshkat
www.meshkataccountancy.com
community and, in so doing,
we would like to invite you to
consider LEADER LEVEL support.
Your Business!
Warner Center Condominiums,
LLC (The Met) THE WOODLAND HILLS~TARZANA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE is experiencing phenomenal
James Elliott growth! We offer businesses, large and small, benefits that are unique to their growth.
www.themetwc.com Larger businesses are able to showcase that “community matters” through special
sponsorships to the Chamber. Small businesses gain by beautification and increasing
Gary L. Etting, O.D., An desirability to promote our community. We welcome you to become members and to be a
Optometric Corp. part of the successful growth of Woodland Hills~Tarzana Chamber of Commerce!
Gary Etting
www.visualprocessing.com Why you want an Exclusive LEADER LEVEL:
Veterinary Specialists of the
• Your logo will be placed on our LEADER Banner which is displayed at each WHTCC event.
Valley • You have a great platform to be recognized with the largest Chamber in the San
Matt Krieger Fernando Valley. You will meet people, including civic leaders, not only in our community
www.vetspecialistsvalley.com but well beyond.
AAA Rents and Events • You maximize public relations and marketing opportunities to improve and increase
Ramiro Beltran members' visibility with the Chamber’s sphere of influence.
www.aaarents.com • One stop shopping.Your membership is paid and you choose where the remaining funds
Adoption 911 - The Sweet are allocated. 01/01/2011-12/31/2011
Water Ranch, Inc • Your LEADER LEVEL Support membership is tax deductible. We are a nonprofit 501(C) 6.
Candi Cooper
www.swradoption911.com • Our many high profile programs and events are well attended and community recognized.
• To showcase your community support through media marketing on our website and the
Beezley Management, LLC / template e-mails recognizing your support.
Management 180 Consulting
Jonathan Levy • We are in a strong position for governmental advocacy that supports our members,
www.beezleymanagement.com businesses and our community. You are automatically a member of the United Chambers
of Commerce with your WHTCC membership.
Big O' Tires of Canoga Park
Brett Barnett — www.BigOTires.com We are working hard to promote a vibrant sense of community! You can strengthen and
help beautify Woodland Hills and Tarzana by supporting the Chamber of Commerce.
Barone's The Pizzeria Express Your contribution enables us to continue accomplishing great results.
Steve Monteleone
www.baronespizzeria.com • Unite Community and Business.
• Strengthen our local large and small businesses.
Safe Passage - W.C.I.G Inc. • Work with Public Service Organizations to ensure public safety and quality of life issues.
Trish Steele • Advocate legislative issues that affect local business environments in our community.
www.safepassagehome.org • Community betterment and beautification to increase desirability where you and your
employees live, work and play.
Citibank, N.A
Nahal Kashani Let's support each other and help our community be the Southern California model of
www.locations.citibank.com business growth and living desirability! g

Sunrise of Woodland Hills Mike's Roofing / Building Corp Exotifit The Village at Northridge
Janet Plant Karen Anderson Maria Torres Robin Forman
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http://www.woodlandhillscc.net Ambassadors Take Honors November 2010 Page 13
There are no words for the gift your shared at the Martin Carman The Computer Doctor
Old Fashioned Family Fair Ambassador of the Month,
August
By Kandis Landmann Martin Carman, "The Computer
My first experience with the Doctor,” will provide you with the
Woodland Hills~Tarzana expertise needed to make your
Chamber of Commerce was computer or computer system satisfy
at a new Members breakfast all of your needs and requirements.
that I attended while From custom tutorials through
shopping for a means to comprehensive hardware and software
market my product. I found a services, Martin’s many years of experience will assist you
“Home” after meeting the in making the right choices you need - cost-effectively.
Ambassadors and Diana, Jen
Martin is certified by both Microsoft and Novell. “The
& Felicia. I guess I have
Computer Doctor” makes house and office calls. Martin
come full circle, as I now
Carman, 818.710.0647, www.synapticsystems.biz. g
wanted to share that feeling
with friends and neighbors in
our Community. In Send Out Cards, that is called “Your
WHY” behind your justification of putting in endless hours,
climbing mountains, and putting your heart before pocket Diana says Volunteering is rewarding.
book. In my life time, I have heard stories about things Ask us how you can be involved.
occurring, that in my heart I just knew was a Miracle.
October 24, 2010 the OLD FASHIONED FAMILY FAIR
from Canton, Ohio was transported to Warner Center Park
in Woodland Hills California. The sun was shining brightly
on our event, until the very end of our day. This by itself
was an answer to my prayers. I have so many of you to
thank that have worked diligently, to make this day happen
with a bit of panache, and pulling together a Community
Spirit of “Just Do it! Ed Grisso
Thank you VOLUNTEERS for working with such pride as 6250 Canoga Avenue, Suite 419
evidenced by the smile on your faces. It didn’t matter if you Woodland Hills, CA 91367
were standing over a hot grill in the sun, selling tickets,
building a corral out of hay, making cotton candy, root beer
800.425.1633 - 818.301.5399 (F)
floats, walking about with animals, MC’ing tugs of war or
E-mail: ed@valleypromotionalproducts.com
watching a watermelon eating contest with Councilman http://www.valleypromotionalproducts.com/
Zine delighting the crowd. This was a wave of people
offering an extraordinary effort for the success of an event
that turned off the TV, turned off the computers, & brought
Call for a Free Consultation.
people out to enjoy being together. Team leaders, Bob
STEVE H. HORNSTEIN, Attorney at Law, CPA, LL.M., CFP ®

Austin, Patrick Meherin, Pinki Dhillon, Diana Williams, Jen

Estate Planning, Conservatorships, Probate, Trusts

Svejda, Felicia Paust, Diane Deats, Kathy Rappaport, Ron

Naslund, Candy Cooper, Leslie Maltz, Keith Nichols,

LAW OFFICES
Sandy Rosenholtz, Vanessa Craig, Mark Sterling, David
Williams Paul Lawler, Tracy Myall, David Asplund,
Colleen Langford and Dennis Zine... there are no words for
the gift your shared on that bright sunny day.
20335 Ventura Blvd., Suite 203
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
We will review at a wrap up meeting to see what this (818) 887-9401 • (888) 280-8100
festival amounted to financially and how to improve upon
this event for next year. Congratulations…it was a
Steve@HornsteinLawOffices.com

wonderful day. g
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http://www.woodlandhillscc.net Ribbon Cuttings November 2010 Page 14
Photo: Jim Brammer

RIBBON How to:

get a Ribbon Cutting or a
CUTTINGS mixer for yourself?
Ask Jen: JEN SVEJDA
Director, Business Development.
1.818.347.4737

Photo: Kathy Rappaport

http://www.flashfrozenphotography.com

Yankee Doodles

Welcome Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles to Woodland Hills!

Girl Scouts offers girls ages five to 17 the world’s premier personal
Folks lined up to start buying the condo of their dream at KB Home!
growth and leadership development experience.

Photo: Kathy Rappaport

http://www.flashfrozenphotography.com

Photo: Kathy Rappaport

http://www.flashfrozenphotography.com

Congrats to YogaWorks on their Grand Opening at Tarzana

"Village Walk". YogaWorks offers all styles and levels of
yoga, a wonderfully diverse, warm and welcoming
community of students, staff and teachers.

Owners Jeff & Paul have an excellent reputation for

giving customers what they want – great food that is
fresh, fast and affordable!Visit them at Jersey
Mike's19458 Ventura Blvd.,Tarzana
 Support Our Chamber
Fundraiser Day
Wednesday, December 8
11am – 9pm
Barone’s Kicks off Our
“Support Your Local Chamber Day”
Announce that you are a member!
Enjoy Barone’s Famous Pizza, Pasta, Salads and Desserts!

Woodland Hills-Tarzana Chamber of Commerce

Will receive 20% of proceeds collected, including gift cards sales!

This Fundraiser is good for Dine In and Take Out orders.

Let’s give something back to our great Chamber!

22435-D Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA91364 - 818-703-1700

(WHTCC is a nonprofit 501C6~Consult your tax advisor regarding business deductions)

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RIBBON CUTTINGS

Photo © Jim Brammer / http://www.stateoftheartimages.com © Jim Brammer / http://www.stateoftheartimages.com

Congrats to Dr. Matthew Bernstein on his new location where he specializes in Congrats to Bigoudi International Salon on their Grand Re-Opening at their new
helping patients with neck, lower back, hip pain, leg pain, auto accidents, and location!
sports-related injuries.

Marcia Brammer State of

the Art Images Be friends
with your Chamber
Ambassador of the Month, Staff on Facebook,
July 2010
State of the Art Images is a fine
LinkedIn:
art, portraiture and commercial
Diana Williams,
photography studio located in
Jen Svejda,
Tarzana, California. As co-owners of
Felicia Paust
this award winning studio, Marcia
and Jim Brammer, take great pride
in creating a unique experience for each client, starting
with a personally-designed photo session that produces a
custom portfolio of images and services that excite, delight
and inspire for years to come. g

Check the Chamber website to find

an event to attend this week.
www.woodlandhillscc.net/event_listings.php

Advertising with BUSINESS CONNECTIONS

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Wine Enthusiast Magazine

Commends Local Woodland Hills Business Deats Design
For Vision And Industriousness We produce marketing
Local business owner, Alex Guarachi, TGIC Importers,
materials and campaigns.
Inc.’s, located on Ventura Boulevard in Woodland Hills was Award winning graphic
honored this week by the design for web and print.
prestigious Wine Enthusiast
Magazine and was named Wine
Call or email for prompt,
Enthusiast Importer of the Year
courteous service.
2010.
818.887.7203
TGIC is an international
diane@deatsdesign.com
importer of premium wines. This
deatsdesign.com
prestigious award is a beacon of
light in a struggling economy. What
makes the award most meaningful
is its commendation of hard work,
sweat and consistency. TGIC is
indeed maintaining a healthy
financial position despite the current economic woes of other
businesses, however this award recognizes innovation,
persistence and belief. TGIC created the Chilean and
Argentinian wine categories in the US 25 years ago when
nobody else would even consider importing wines from these
regions. It stuck with it, and it took 25 years but today these
categories are hot and getting hotter and TGIC is at the heart
of that trend. #0D60724

This award commends good old-fashioned labor and

commitment, something we’re all learning are key
characteristics any business owner needs to keep afloat in
today’s economy. The economic turndown we’re all living
through has shown us that although the kudos are not always
instant, constancy and steadiness will prove rewarding in the
long-term and America needs more long-term businesses and
less fair-weather ones.
We need examples of steadfast companies that choose to,
and are capable of, enduring the bad times to create a strong,
lasting entity that can create employment, grow business and
even expand in a hurting economy. Alex Guarachi is that
example personified and TGIC is the mirror of his efforts.
TGIC was founded 25 years ago by Alex Guarachi and has
since grown into one of the nation’s leading innovators in
wine imports. TGIC brings in wines from eleven countries
around the globe, including Chile, Argentina, Australia,
New Zealand and Spain, as well as representing and
distributing California Wines from Napa, Sonoma and Paso
Robles. TGIC’s impressive portfolio includes Montes, Santa
Ema, Bodega Norton, Achaval Ferrer, Pascual Toso, Kaiken,
B A R & G R I L L

Che Gaucho, Lo Tengo, Castillo de Monseran, Guarachi

Resort Breakfast in your neighborhood... great prices.

Family Wines, Napa Angel, Star Angel, Omaka Springs and

Happy Hour - Dine In - Early Bird Specials
Andrew Peace. g
Ease your stress... Book your party with us .
21101 Ventura Blvd.,

Felicia says
“Don’t wait in line, Pay online for your Networking Time!”
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Phone: 818 883-6110
http://www.hiwoodlandhills.com
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C O M M I T T E E S
One of the most effective ways to leverage your Chamber membership
and raise your profile is to become active on a committee.
Programs Beautification Membership
Deborah Sable Colleen Langford Paul Lawler
818-667-8881 818-883-6110 818-222-8222
deborah@corefit.com colleen@HIWoodlandhills.com lawlerpaul@aol.com

Government Affairs Special Events Committee Chairs

Ann Carlton Bose François Khoury Clay Andrews
818-883-7283 818-595-1000 818-887-4800
annbose@skylinefinancialcorp.com Francois.khoury@hilton.com candrews@warnercentermarrriott.com

Education Marketing/PR Ambassador

Deborah Sable Diane Deats Barry Cohn
(818) 667-8881 (818) 887-7203 (818) 444-7722
deborah@corefit.com diane@deatsdesign.com barry@rgeb4u.com

Call the office to be an event

Your Government Affairs Committee sponsor.
Meets the Last Thursday of the Month
Noon. Call for location. 1.818.347.4737
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Parking meter news

Save The Date: That you
maybe
UNITED CHAMBERS SAN FERNANDO VALLEY can use.
Card The City of
Invites You To Join Us For Our & Los Angeles
Department of
35th Annual Coin Transportation
Business Recognition Awards (LADOT) is
replacing older
Installation Dinner Event parking meters in
your area with new
Thursday January 20, 2011 ones to provide
(818) 981-4491 more convenient
and reliable
marian@unitedchambers.org service. No more
digging for change:
these new meters
accept credit
cards, debit cards,
and even gift
cards-actually, any
card with a MasterCard, Visa, or American Express logo. The
solar-powered parking meters also use wireless commun-
ication to report their status and activity to staff, and send
text alerts to instantly report jams to parking meter
technicians in the field.
LADOT has a limited number of
printed cards showing how to
operate the new meters that can
be provided to your organization by
sending a request to
LADOT.CardandCoin@lacity.org .
This e-mail address can also be
used for any questions or comments related to the Card &
Coin Meters. LADOT values and appreciates your feedback.
Laura J. Keller, Meter Operations
Department of Transportation, City of Los Angeles
Laura.Keller@lacity.org g

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