The October Networking Mixer is hosted by All Natural Stone, and this will be a joint mixer with the Pleasanton and Dublin Chambers of Commerce. View PDF of event flyer here.

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Networking mixers are a benefit of chamber membership, and are free for chamber members to attend. 

The Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Legislative Update Session on Wednesday, October 11 at 12:00 p.m.

The Legislative Update Session is a fast-paced review of the economic development-related legislative priorities from our representatives from the federal, state, county, and city levels of government. This will be followed by a panel discussion on specific issues of importance to the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce and our members. This meeting is open to everyone in the community, including Chamber members and the general public.

The following elected officials or a representative from their office will be presenting Legislative Updates:

• Congressman Eric Swalwell
• State Senator Steve Glazer
• State Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan
• County Supervisor David Haubert
• County Supervisor Nate Miley
• Pleasanton Mayor Karla Brown

The Legislative Update Session will be moderated by Tracey Lewis Taylor, Chief Operating Officer of Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley, and held in a hybrid format, in-person at the Chamber or virtually via Zoom. ​Register in advance for the Zoom link here.

You're invited to a Leadership Pleasanton Alumni Spaghetti Dinner, A Fundraiser Benefitting the Leadership Pleasanton Program at Sunshine Saloon on Sunday, October 15, 2023 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $35 per person and include a spaghetti dinner with salad, bread, and one drink. All attendees must register by October 6. View PDF of event flyer.

If you are unable to attend on Sunday, but would like to support the program, you can make a voluntary contribution here.

Mingle with fellow Leadership alumni and re-connect with your old classmates while supporting the Leadership Pleasanton program. Please note - Sunshine Saloon is a 21+ establishment.

The Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce would like to thank all of our sponsors, golfers, contributors and volunteers for a wonderful day at our annual Golf Outing.

The Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce would like to thank all of our sponsors, golfers, contributors and volunteers for a wonderful day at our annual Golf Outing. We returned to Callippe Preserve Golf Course for our biggest fundraising event of the year, and we were thrilled to have 140 golfers and countless sponsors participate in a fun-filled afternoon. The day was successful for the Chamber, and we realize that this is due to the many participants and contributors, such as you. On top of 18 holes of scramble golf, golfers had great sandwiches from Jersey Mike's Subs for lunch, on-course tacos from Rancho Grande, bloody marys, mai tais, John Dalys and bundt cakes just to name a few followed by dinner and raffle prizes. Contests for putting, long drive, and closest to the pin were part of the day as well. We hope you had a good time and enjoyed the day, and we hope to see you all at our golf tournament next year.

In case you missed it last week, our October E-Business Connection newsletter is here. This is our electronic newsletter, featuring a word from our CEO, checking in with our chair, a glimpse into the PYPs, spotlights on members, featured member events, listing of new members, ribbon cuttings and more. 

Check it out below and on our website here.

The following members were featured in this issue. Take a second to check them out.

Ribbon cuttings increase the visibility of a grand opening, new location, ground breaking or special anniversary. The chamber brings the giant scissors and the red ribbon, invites our ambassadors and publicizes the event in various publications. To schedule a ribbon cutting, email Dawn. Take a look at our recent ribbon cutting ceremonies here.

You're invited to join the Pleasanton Chamber and our Ambassador Committee at the following ribbon cutting ceremonies.

California Bill AB2208, signed into law in September 2022, bans the sale and distribution of fluorescent bulbs in California starting from January 1, 2024. The bill specifically targets screw or *bayonet base type compact fluorescent lamps, with a phase-out of pin-base type compact fluorescent lamps starting from January 1, 2025. The move is applauded by climate, clean air, worker safety, and public and environmental health advocates as it protects Californians and the planet from the dangers of mercury in these lamps.

"My goal is to help inform local businesses about a PG&E program that helps businesses upgrade to new LED lights for $0 out of pocket," said PG&E Trade Pro and Energy Efficiency Advisor Erik Wheelock. If you are interested in this program, contact Erik at 925.243.5637 or erik@everwattlights.com.

Join us for an empowering and informative Social Media Workshop, tailored exclusively for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Hosted by Daniel Kodam and Jennifer Warren of D-Kode Technology, at Gianni’s Italian Bistro in San Ramon, this workshop is designed to help you harness the power of social media to grow your business and enjoy an authentic Italian 3-course meal with the option of hand-selected wine.

As proud members of the Pleasanton, San Ramon, and Danville Area Chamber of Commerce, we are deeply committed to supporting the growth of local businesses. All Chamber members receive $15 OFF!*

You're invited! Join Kathleen O'Leary and Julie Brajenovich for any of these three Medicare Meetings taking place at the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce.

Thursday, October 26 at 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, November 2 at 2:00 p.m.

Tuesday, November 14 at 2:00 p.m.

Kathleen and Julie have years of experience helping clients select their Medicare coverage. Join them for refreshments and learn about your options. To RSVP, call Julie at (408) 647-7873 or scan the QR code.

The premier networking group for emerging and established young professionals, the Pleasanton Young Professionals is a committee of the Pleasanton Chamber that strives to help other young professionals to learn, empower, and grow from their mastermind lunches, volunteering and fundraising opportunities, and monthly networking mixers. View their upcoming events here.

The Pleasanton Chamber and the Pleasanton Young Professionals (PYPs) are proud to recognize the next generation of business leaders and advocates who are making strides in their industries and the business community in the Tri-Valley area. Honorees will be announced and recognized during the State of the Chamber event in early 2024. Learn more here.

The Pleasanton Chamber hosts a bi-monthly meeting: Pleasanton 2025 Forum, bringing stakeholders together to focus community resources, time and talent to achieve greater understanding of issues, obstacles and opportunities related to Pleasanton 2025: A Community Vision.

Meetings are held in a hybrid format and open to everyone in the community. In-person at the Chamber, 777 Peters Avenue, Pleasanton or virtually via Zoom. Register in advance for the Zoom link

Up Next

Wednesday, November 8 at 12:00 p.m.

Guest Speakers and Topic TBD

The Pleasanton Chamber is pleased to introduce our Member Benefits Guide, a detailed marketing piece that outlines who we are, what we do, your benefits of membership and how we can elevate your presence together through programs, committees and different membership levels.

We are pleased to offer advertising options for our members ranging from a one-time print ad to having a regular presence in all of our publications to a banner ad on our online directory. Give consumers the knowledge of what your business is known for. Take a look at our 2023 Marketing Opportunities.

By the numbers

• Our Business Connection print newsletter has a reach of 10,000 residences and businesses and a readership of 25,000.
• Our website pleasanton.org averages more than 29,000 views per month, including 5,200 views on average for the Business Directory and 4,100 views for the Events Calendar. 
• Our E-Business Connection newsletter has a reach of more than 1,100 in the business community.

Email Susie if you're interested in learning more.

On the Monday before the second Wednesday mixer each month, the Pleasanton Chamber hosts a 411 on Member Benefits. This meeting is open to prospective, new and long-time Chamber members.

• Learn what it means to be a part of the Chamber
• About the opportunities available to you and your business
• How to take advantage of the benefits of Chamber membership

Our next 411 on Member Benefits is set for Monday, November 6 at 4:00 p.m. at the Chamber.

*Note -the 411 on Member Benefits is not taking place in October due to holiday. The 411 on Member Benefits is presented by Membership Director Dawn Wilson. If you'd like to attend, please register in advance here. Email Dawn with any questions.

Fall Tradeshow Mixer

November 8 at The Club at Ruby Hill

Economic Development Event

November 15 at Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery

Networking Mixer

December 13 at Serendipity Labs Dublin-Pleasanton

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