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.
Out & About
With President & CEO Donna Duperron
Out & About // Donna Visits the Torrance Woman’s Club
Like many of you, I’ve heard of the Torrance Woman’s Club, but I’ve really never taken the time to learn about their history or become knowledgeable as to why they are such an asset to the Torrance community. The Torrance Woman’s Club was founded in 1921, emerging...
Out & About // Donna and her husband, Gary, enjoy white water rafting on the South Fork American Gorge
It's been incredible to receive so many responses to last week's Out and About article. My husband and I have truly valued our 12 day road trip through the Mother Lode Country, gold rush belt, stretching through the Sierra Nevada foothills in central California. The...
Out & About // Donna Explores the Great Outdoors
As I write today’s article, I’m sitting on a picnic table surrounded by large green trees and a flowing river. We have been at this campsite in Oakhurst, California for five nights. Like others, we have used this campsite as a place to sleep at night while we explore...
Out & About // Donna Visits AR Workshop, A Do It Yourself Location
Some of my fondest memories of growing up are of the days I played outside. It didn't matter if I was shooting marbles, playing freeze tag, riding my bike, playing hopscotch, organizing red rover or playing baseball in the street until the street lights came on, I...
Advocacy in Action
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...
TACC Convenes Hoteliers and Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi to Discuss AB1761
Hotel owners and general managers gathered yesterday at the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) to discuss AB1761 with Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi, co-author of the bill. AB1761 would require, among other things, that a hotel employer, as defined, provide its...
Members Discuss “Drive-By” Lawsuits with Congressman Ted Lieu’s Office
Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce members were provided a forum to discuss H.R. 620, the ADA Education and Reform Act. This legislation would close the loophole in the federal law that has unintentionally helped produce “drive-by” ADA Title III lawsuits while...
Out & About // South Bay to Sacramento
Torrance Leadership Meets with Legislators in Sacramento The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce has traveled to Sacramento for many a year to attend the Capitol Summit and Sacramento Host Breakfast. For the past three days, Chairman of the Board, Jonathan...
News, Events, Opportunities
Leadership Torrance 2019 Applications Now Being Accepted
It’s no secret—Torrance and the South Bay are an amazing place to live and work. But how well do you really know your community? What would it be like to see the inner workings of business and government in Torrance, and, along the way, learn from influential leaders...
Todd Trinneer to Receive Honors from the Chamber
The J. Walker Owens Volunteerism Award, established in 1986, is presented to a Chamber member who demonstrates a selfless approach to serving the Chamber and business community far beyond the parameters of volunteerism. The recipient of this year’s award is...
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...
Spotlight: TPD Psychologist to Receive The Chief’s Award
Come Show Your Support for Torrance Police Department – Our Local Heroes! On Thursday, March 22nd, the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce will honor exemplary civilians as well as officers of the Torrance Police Department who have distinguished themselves...