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
Thank You, Dan Armendariz, Chairman of the Board
In late June of each year, an individual is elected as Chairman of the Board for the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce. They serve a one-year term in this position. Each chairman brings wisdom, compassion, and courage to this organization. During his tenure as...
Restaurants, Breweries, & Caterers: Who’s OPEN?
Click on the Restauant/Caterer/Brewery's name to see their website! Restaurant/Caterer/Brewery Phone Hours of operation: Absolution Brewing Company 310.490.4860 Dine-In in the tap room Friday 3pm-9pm; Saturday 2pm-9pm, Sunday 1pm-7pm; Pick-up/Delivery staring...
Members Providing PPE Resources
Click Here for Informational FlyerClick Here for Informational Flyer See Info on TPD Committed Inventory Program (Sanitizers & masks) See Info on Non-Medical Face Coverings (Customizable & variety of kinds of masks) Click here to view Crest Marketing's...
Supporting Small Businesses: Chamber Rolls Out New Campaign, #SmallYetStrong
The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce has launched #SmallYetStrong to support small businesses in the South Bay. The Chamber will promote your business on social media platforms and #SmallYetStrong E-Blasts. To participate in this program, your business must have 1 -...
Out & About
With President & CEO Donna Duperron
Out & About // Donna Attends Celebration of Community
(Above) Jennifer Olvera and Laurie Love, co-chairs of the Celebration of Community event, congratulate representatives from the Torrance Historical Society and Museum. This afternoon, I had the pleasure of accompanying Sherry Kramer, Continental Development...
Out & About // Duperron Voices Challenges of Small to Medium Size Business
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to convene with 11 Chamber executives from southern California to voice the challenges being faced by small to medium size businesses. Isabella Guzman, Director, Office of the Small Business Advocate with Governor Gavin Newsom's office...
Out & About // Donna Visits Pacific Skies Aviation
I have always been intrigued with planes. I recall growing up, my parents would park close to a runway at Los Angeles International Airport so I could see planes taking off and landing. We would take a picnic lunch and stay the entire afternoon. However, as a kid,...
Out & About // Donna Visits the Los Angeles Air Force Base
(Above) Colonel Thomas R. Rock Jr., Senior Materiel Leader, Range and Network Division, Space and Missile Systems Center, Los Angeles AFB, Calif.; Donna Duperron, Pres. & CEO, Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce; Lt. Gen. John F. Thompson, Commander, Space and...
Podcast: ‘Chamber Chat’
Advocacy in Action
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...
Take Action! Support Legislation Expanding Access to Loans for Small Businesses
The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce SUPPORTS SB 936, which encourages the creation of small businesses by expanding their access to loans. Help us to advocate for the passage of SB 936 by following these two easy steps: Download this letter and sign it Email, fax,...
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...