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
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...
Virco Manufacturing to be Recognized
By Donna Duperron Virco Manufacturing Corporation, headquartered in Torrance is America's leading manufacturer and supplier of furniture and equipment for K-12 schools. Since 1950, Virco has proudly embodied the values of American manufacturing, innovation,...
Chamber Convenes Police Chief and Business Leaders
By Donna Duperron The Torrance Chamber welcomed Torrance Police Chief Dunn, Lt. Moreno, and Lt. Fisher to a meeting to forge a stronger connection and awareness to the business community. Discussion items included traffic trends, ebike education, increase of...
Out & About
With President & CEO Donna Duperron
Donna Visits Pel Manufacturing
Victoria Renderos, Rafael Renderos, Cassandra Renderos and Francessca Renderos. By: Donna Duperron As a third-grade student, I vividly recall my first school field trip to Weber’s Bakery in Santa Ana. As I stepped off the school bus, the aroma coming from the bakery...
Donna Visits Fusion Academy
Students at Fusion Academy engage in a cultural presentation, celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. By: Donna Duperron As a former second grade teacher, I was thrilled to be asked to do an Out and About article on Fusion Academy. Teachers inspire students to achieve...
Donna visits Highlow Gift Shop
Sonya Gallardo, owner, Highlow Gift Shop. By: Donna Duperron Sonya Gallardo, owner, provided me with a warm welcome as I arrived at Highlow Gift Shop, an artful and design-conscious shop that shares a thoughtful curation of goods for all occasions. Walking throughout...
Donna Visits Redondo Van and Storage
Ryan Halvorsen, Chief Operations Officer, Redondo Van and Storage By: Donna Duperron There are two specific highlights in writing these Out and About articles. One highlight is that Ican visit new businesses and learn about what they do and how the chamber can...
Podcast: ‘Chamber Chat’
Advocacy in Action
New California Workplace Violence Law takes effect July 1st
As part of our commitment to keeping you informed on legislative changes that may affect your business, we wish to draw your attention to a significant new law taking effect in California starting July 1st, 2024. California Senate Bill 553 - Workplace Violence...
Chamber Supports PAGA Reform
By: Donna Duperron The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce has joined several coalitions and provided much testimony in support of AB 2288 and SB 92, two bills that will be heard on the Senate and Assembly floors before going to the Governor’s desk for signature today....
Halvorsen Receives Shaun Lumachi Advocacy Award
Larry Halvorsen Board Member President, Express Employment Professionals Larry Halvorsen, Expressed Employment Professionals, received the Shaun Lumachi Advocacy Award at the South Bay Association of Chambers of Commerce luncheon. Larry was presented this recognition...
Chamber to Weigh Support of Sales Tax Increase
David Gambia, Vice Chairman Government Affairs, will welcome Aram Chaparyan, Torrance City Manager and Sheila Poisson, Finance Director to the Thursday, October 14th Government Affairs Policy (GAP) meeting. The Torrance City Council has approved placing a ¾-cent sales...