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 // Duperron Develops Junior Leadership Torrance Program
The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation is launching a new program this fall designed to influence and inspire the future leaders of our community. The “Junior Leadership Torrance” [JLT] program has been modeled after the format of the Torrance Area...
Out & About // Donna Speaks at UEI Graduation
President and CEO, Donna Duperron was a guest speaker at the UEI College graduation this past Friday. The ceremony was held at the Los Angeles Convention Center. In her speech, Duperron encouraged graduates to be the "change" in the workforce. John Espiro, Campus...
Out & About // Donna Visits LEDtronics, Inc.
As I entered the headquarters building of LEDtronics, I am continually amazed at the manufacturing businesses that call Torrance “home”. Greeted by founder and CEO Pervaiz Lodhie, I immediately felt welcomed and was eager to learn more about Lodhie and LEDtronics,...
Out & About // Donna Visits a Celebration of Special Olympics at North High School
This past week I had a memorable experience visiting the launch of a new youth activation campaign to create the first truly unified generation – a generation in which young people with and without intellectual disabilities create a future of respect and...
Advocacy in Action
GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS COORDINATOR LEAH HAMILTON
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...
Advocacy Update: September 13, 2016
Nineteen of 24 job killer bills identified this year by the California Chamber of Commerce were stopped before the 2016 legislative session came to a close on August 31, thanks to concerted efforts of CalChamber, various local chambers and the business community. Four...
Take Action! Support Rulemaking that Considers Economic Impact
The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce SUPPORTS AB 1868, which would require economic impact statements of proposed major regulations be submitted to the legislature in addition to other rulemaking requirements. Help us to advocate for the passage of AB 1868 by...
News, Events, Opportunities
Summer Fest Event to Benefit Jr. Leadership Torrance Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Khryste Griswold khryste@gmail.com Summer Fest to Benefit Junior Leadership Torrance Program Torrance, CA - July 25, 2017 – The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce [TACC] Foundation is proud to present Summer Fest, an...
Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce Honored by Pediatric Therapy Network
Executive Director, Terri Nishimura (third from right, back row) enjoys the special moments of the birthday bash with staff, Penny Wirsing, PTN board chair, and Donna Duperron. The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce has been recognized with a Circle of Hope award by...
Kirk Rossberg, owner of Torrance Bakery, named Citizen of the Year
Since 1953, the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce has selected the citizen of Torrance whose achievements have been significant to the community and to the general welfare of the people of the city. Kirk Rossberg of Torrance Bakery has been named the 2016...
TACC Takes Annual Advocacy Trip to Sacramento
A TACC delegation traveled to Sacramento this past week to advocate for members’ interests at the state capitol. The delegation met with several South Bay legislators and staff representatives to discuss legislative proposals up for consideration. The visit was timely...