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
Josel Welcomes New Board Members
Serena Josel Kaiser Permanente 2021-2022 Chair of the Board Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce Serena Josel, Chairwoman of the Board, welcomed new Board members during last week’s meeting. “We’re so grateful to have these new Board members joining our team....
Ambassadors Welcomed by Trivelli and Garcia
Gina LeeGesuina LafayetteRoshni D. LalSadie DuringConnor Hartwell Ambassador co-chairs Marifrances Trivelli, Los Angeles Maritime Museum, and Claudine Garcia, The Promotions Department recently welcomed five new ambassadors to serve one-year terms. Ambassadors play a...
Remember: Vaccinated or Not, Workers Should Wear Face Coverings Indoors
Roughly a month ago, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) updated its Guidance for the Use of Face Coverings requiring that individuals in certain settings wear masks indoors and recommending that all individuals wear face coverings while...
Sue Moylan – Leadership Torrance Class of 2005
Leadership Torrance Class of 2005 Sue Moylan Marketing Consultant / President Crest Marketing, Inc. Where were you in your career right before joining Leadership Torrance? I was working in Market Representation at Lexus when an opportunity arose to leave the...
Out & About
With President & CEO Donna Duperron
Out & About with Donna//Donna Attends Roundtable with General John Raymond and Lt. General John Thompson
U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Space and Missile Systems Center, Los Angeles Air Force Base Last Thursday morning I had the distinct honor of attending a roundtable with General Raymond, Chief of Space Operations, U.S. Space Force and Lt. General John F....
Out & About with Donna// Harbor Regional Center Vaccinates Individuals with Development Disabilities, Families
Today’s Out and About column is special as it highlights a long-time member of the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce, as well as a vital nonprofit in our community, Harbor Regional Center. Harbor Regional Center is one of 21 such centers in California under contract...
Out & About with Donna// Donna Visits Norms Restaurants
For several years, I have had the distinct pleasure of touring chamber businesses and interviewing leadership and employees to create this Out and About column. I have met extraordinary people and have learned so much about the diverse businesses in our community. As...
Out & About with Donna//Congratulations to the Japan Business Association
The Japan Business Association (JBA) virtually celebrated their 60th anniversary this past Friday evening. The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce has enjoyed a longtime partnership with the JBA. Each year, for the past 22 years, the chamber partnered with JBA for what...
Podcast: ‘Chamber Chat’
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...