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
Networking and Growth Opportunities with the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce
The Torrance Area Chamber welcomed 16 new and potential members at Chamber 101. By: Ryan Guitare The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce is your hub for networking and business growth in the Torrance Area. Our networking events are designed to connect professionals and...
Navigating California’s Labor Landscape
Karl Schmidt of Parker, Milliken, Clark, O’Hara & Samuelian, APC, and Mistee Ruiz Founder of Facio, LLC, address chamber members with insights into current labor laws at the Labor Law Update 2024. By: Ryan Guitare The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the...
Duperron Provides Testimony Opposing an Oil Industry Business License Tax
By: Donna Duperron Donna Duperron, President & CEO, provided testimony at the December 12th Finance and Governmental Operations Committee in opposition of an Oil Industry Business License Tax. Committee members present were City Council members Mike Griffiths,...
Chamber 101: Where Connections Begin and Adventures Unfold with Torrance Chamber!
Potential, new, and long-time members gathered at the previous Chamber 101 meeting hosted at the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce. By: Ryan Guitare In the vibrant canvas of the Torrance Chamber of Commerce, Chamber 101 is just the beginning. This introductory event,...
Out & About
With President & CEO Donna Duperron
Donna Visits SoCal ROC
Dr. Julian Rodriguez, Superintendent, SoCal Roc By: Donna Duperron As I entered the Southern California Regional Occupational Center (SoCal ROC) administration building, I was walking into an office that I was no stranger to. The Torrance Area Chamber of...
Donna Visits the Torrance Firefighters Association Spaghetti Dinner
Torrance Firefighters Association Spaghetti Dinner By: Donna Duperron An event that my family looks forward to each year is the Torrance Firefighters Association Spaghetti Dinner. Celebrating their 50th anniversary, funds raised benefit the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn...
Donna Visits Connections for Children
Kimberly Jimenez, Outreach Coordinator; Jennifer Cowan, Executive Director and Dr. Jessica Reynaga, Director of Programs. By: Donna Duperron Children play a significant role in each of our lives and in our communities. Yesterday I had the pleasure of touring...
Donna Visits Salus Homecare
Diana Robles, Office Manager and Marcella Miller, Executive Director, Salus Homecare Los Angeles By: Donna Duperron I had the opportunity to meet Marcella Miller, Executive Director of Salus Homecare Los Angeles at this month’s Health and Happiness Fair. In speaking...
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...