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
Support Final Approvals for South Bay Extension
By Will Brandt This Thursday, January 22nd, the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce, along with the South Bay Forward Coalition, will speak at Metro Los Angeles in support of the C/K Line extension and the Hybrid Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA). For several years,...
Building Momentum Through Consistency
The Chamber’s Women in Business (WIB) program invites all members to an engaging and interactive conversation centered on “Consistency Over Motivation – How Successful Women Stay the Course.” Thoughtfully curated by WIB Co-Chairs Francesca Renderos, PEL...
PAGA Reforms Already Delivering Positive Results
California’s landmark 2024 reforms to the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) are already showing positive results for employers and employees, according to a new report released by four of the state’s leading employment law firms. Read the report here. Eighteen...
Celebrating the Success of Small Business Week
Torrance Small Business Week celebrated the vital role small businesses play in the local economy and community. Over the course of the week, local shops, restaurants, and service providers offered special promotions, shared their stories, and highlighted the...
Out & About
With President & CEO Donna Duperron
Donna Attends SAKE Matsuri South Bay
(Left to right) Kats Miyazato, event organizer, welcomes Naoko Kamitani, Deputy Counsul General of Japan and Donna Duperron, Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce to the 2nd Annual SAKE Matsuri South Bay. By Donna Duperron This past Saturday, I had the opportunity to...
Donna Visits TNT Aloha Café
Steve Hernandez, owner of TNT Aloha Café By: Donna Duperron Success is often measured in different ways. For individuals, success can be personal, measured by happiness, fulfillment, and progress toward personal goals. In business, success is measured using...
Donna Enjoys a Saturday in Torrance
Donna Duperron sits upon a 2023 Indian motorcycle at American Honda’s Cars, Bikes and Coffee event. No stranger to motorcycles, Donna used to ride both dirt and street bikes. By: Donna Duperron ‘Whoa Nellie’ was a phrase coined by college football commentator Keith...
Donna Attends Rugby Sevens Championships
Derrick Mims, Director of Government and Community Relations for California State University, Dominguez Hills, welcomes guests to the championships. By: Donna Duperron I vividly recall the first Rugby Sevens championship games I attended two years ago. I learned so...
Podcast: ‘Chamber Chat’
Advocacy in Action
PAGA Reforms Already Delivering Positive Results
California’s landmark 2024 reforms to the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) are already showing positive results for employers and employees, according to a new report released by four of the state’s leading employment law firms. Read the report here. Eighteen...
CA State Treasurer Addresses Chamber
Left to right: Mike Cirona, General Manager, Scott Robinson Honda; Mistee Ruiz, Chairwoman of the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce; Steve Bradford, former State Senator; Fiona Ma CPA, CA State Treasurer; Kazuhiro Takizawa, President & CEO, American Honda North...
Navigating Torrance’s Soft-Story Ordinance: What Property Owners Need to Know
The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce invites members to the upcoming Government Affairs Policy (GAP) meeting on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 12:00 PM. Narek Ekmekjan, Vice President of Optimum Seismic, will provide key insights into Torrance’s Soft-Story...
Torrance Chamber Opposes Proposition 32
By: Ryan Guitare The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce has voted to oppose Proposition 32, a ballot measure that would increase California’s minimum wage to $18 an hour, which Californians will vote on in November. The opposition is led by three major employers'...