Official Blog
The Torrance Area Chamber prides itself in taking action on issues that matter, in ways that matter. That’s why the TACC is the Take Action Chamber of Commerce. Discover how the TACC is supporting the South Bay business community, creating opportunities, and moving mountains.
Official Blog
The Torrance Area Chamber prides itself in taking action on issues that matter, in ways that matter. That’s why the TACC is the Take Action Chamber of Commerce. Discover how the TACC is supporting the South Bay business community, creating opportunities, and moving mountains.
News, Events, Opportunities
Out & About with Donna//Donna Visits the California Welcome Center
If you have traveled to an unfamiliar destination with the intention of experiencing as much as possible, you know how invaluable the knowledge of a local can be. There is not a better resource, and their suggestions can make the difference between a ho-hum trip and a...
Candy Messer – Leadership Torrance Class of 2016
Leadership Torrance Class of 2016 Candy Messer President/CEO & Podcaster Affordable Bookkeeping and Payroll Services 1. Where were you in your career right before joining Leadership Torrance? I had owned my own business since 2002 and had employees since...
Beware: Shortcuts Can Cost You in the Long Run
Employers of minimum wage employees are reporting difficulty attracting and retaining many such workers. As enhanced by federal supplements, unemployment insurance as a sole means of support has apparently become an attractive alternative to gainful employment for a...
Chamber to host ‘Educate, Celebrate and Elevate Diversity Awards 2021’
The Torrance Chamber will host ‘Educate, Celebrate and Elevate Diversity Awards’ on Wednesday, May 19th at 8:30 a.m. Thank you to event sponsors: Presenting Sponsors: American Honda and Kinecta Federal Credit Union, Distinguished Sponsors: AMAG Technology and Torrance...
Out & About
With President & CEO Donna Duperron
Out & About with Donna//Donna Attends Roundtable with General John Raymond and Lt. General John Thompson
U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Space and Missile Systems Center, Los Angeles Air Force Base Last Thursday morning I had the distinct honor of attending a roundtable with General Raymond, Chief of Space Operations, U.S. Space Force and Lt. General John F....
Out & About with Donna// Harbor Regional Center Vaccinates Individuals with Development Disabilities, Families
Today’s Out and About column is special as it highlights a long-time member of the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce, as well as a vital nonprofit in our community, Harbor Regional Center. Harbor Regional Center is one of 21 such centers in California under contract...
Out & About with Donna// Donna Visits Norms Restaurants
For several years, I have had the distinct pleasure of touring chamber businesses and interviewing leadership and employees to create this Out and About column. I have met extraordinary people and have learned so much about the diverse businesses in our community. As...
Out & About with Donna//Congratulations to the Japan Business Association
The Japan Business Association (JBA) virtually celebrated their 60th anniversary this past Friday evening. The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce has enjoyed a longtime partnership with the JBA. Each year, for the past 22 years, the chamber partnered with JBA for what...
Podcast: ‘Chamber Chat’
Advocacy in Action
Chamber Joins Coalition in Opposition of the Proposal to Mandate Pay Increases
The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce has joined two coalitions strongly urging our region’s local elected leaders to undertake a complete economic impact assessment to fully understand the consequences of any proposed mandatory grocery worker or food sector...
Congresswoman Waters to Engage Small Business Chamber Members
Congresswoman Maxine Waters, Chairwoman of the House Financial Services Committee, will host a webinar on Wednesday, October 14th at 11:30 a.m. The webinar will navigate small businesses through the emergency Covid-19 legislation congress passed last spring. ...
Duperron, Swanson and Butzine Discuss Public Health Councils
This past Friday, Donna Duperron, President & CEO, Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce; Elise Swanson, President & CEO, San Pedro Chamber of Commerce and Heidi Butzine, President & CEO, Lomita Chamber of Commerce met with Los Angeles County Supervisor...
Rob Van Lingen to Receive Major Award from the Chamber
The George Whittlesey Memorial Award is one of the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce’s most coveted honors and is presented only when an individual exhibits characteristics of prominent leadership and dedication. This year’s recipient is Rob Van Lingen of The...