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
Sue Moylan – Leadership Torrance Class of 2005
Leadership Torrance Class of 2005 Sue Moylan Marketing Consultant / President Crest Marketing, Inc. Where were you in your career right before joining Leadership Torrance? I was working in Market Representation at Lexus when an opportunity arose to leave the...
Out & About with Donna// Donna Visits ICAN
I recently had the opportunity to visit ICAN, California Abilities Network. Greeted by Lindsey Stone, Director of Programs and Services, I quickly became inspired through her passion and enthusiasm. ICAN is a nonprofit organization that has been serving the community...
Message from the 2021-2022 Chair of the Board
Dear Chamber members, The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce begins it’s 108th year at a time filled with hope and opportunity for our local business community. The COVID-19 pandemic has been extremely difficult, particularly for our small businesses. As vaccine...
Barbara Graham – Leadership Torrance Class of 2006
Leadership Torrance Class of 2006 Barbara Graham Community Relations Manager Torrance Refining Company LLC Where were you in your career right before joining Leadership Torrance? I was a new California resident having just relocated from the Northern Virginia...
Out & About
With President & CEO Donna Duperron
Out & About with Donna// Donna Visits Fort MacArthur in San Pedro
Over the course of the past four years, I have written articles about participating as an Honorary Commander with the Los Angeles Air Force Base. The mission of the Honorary Commanders Program is twofold; one, to educate key community leaders about a unit’s mission...
Out & About with Donna//Donna Attends Aloha Celebration Showcase with Bourque Music
What a treat! This past Saturday afternoon, I attended an Aloha Celebration Showcase produced by Bourque Music. The virtual event highlighted performers, ages five – 17, who sang and played piano. What made this event so memorable was how much fun everyone had. ...
Out & About with Donna//Donna Visits Fantastic Sams
This past year has been challenging for business, particularly small business owners. Last Friday I had the opportunity to tour Fantastic Sams and talk with owner Tania Rios. Rios bought the business on January 20, 2020 and within two months they were closed due to...
Out & About with Donna// Donna Visits San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce
Out and About articles have been a part of Chamber Weekly for a little over four years now highlighting over 200 Torrance Chamber businesses, as well as chambers I have visited when I have been out and about on a short excursion or a vacation. This weekend we...
Podcast: ‘Chamber Chat’
Advocacy in Action
Duperron Testifies on Two Pieces of Legislation
This past Thursday, Donna Duperron, President & CEO, testified at hearings on AB61 (Gabriel) Business Pandemic Relief and AB650 (Muratsuchi) Health Care Workers Recognition and Retention Act. Although the hearings were held in Sacramento, Duperron was able to...
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...