December 15, 2022

To support, strengthen and enrich our community with a business culture that provides for a strong economy.
"Your success is our success."
 Believe in yourself! Have faith in your abilities! - Norman Vincent Peale
DECEMBER EVENTS
CHAMBER'S DECEMBER
SIP & SHOP
BOARD MEMBER CRAIG SLOAN
AND AMBASSDORS
QUALITY OF LIFE WITH AWARD
Lots of Shopping & Information - Sip & Shop
Sip & Shop Art Gallery
Boys' Scouts Selling Pointsetts at Sip & Shop
Altadena Town Council
UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS
ALTADENA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
2022
BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
AND
CHAMBER'S CITIZEN

NEW ANNUAL BILLING SYSTEM

The Altadena Chamber of Commerce is very excited to announce the new annual billing system.

Check your email for your 2023 membership statement and new application form.

Starting January 1, 2023, the Chamber’s membership billing system will change to a calendar year billing system.

Anyone joining after January will be billed on a prorated system. Current members will be sent a prorated bill extending their membership through December 2023.
 
The Chamber appreciates your support and welcomes the opportunity to be of service to you. 
MEMBER'S
NEWS & EVENTS
CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS

2022 Officers and Board of Directors

President – Dr. Sandra Thomas
Vice President – Judy Matthews
Treasurer – Craig Sloane
Secretary - Maricela Viramontes
Immediate Past President – Doug Colliflower

Vincent Barrios
Alan Benavente
Larry Hammond
Billy Malone
Diane Marcussen
Ed Myers
Lisa Odigie
Rebecca Rasmussen
Barbara Richard-King
Ashley Watts
Incorporated in 1924, The Altadena Chamber of Commerce and Civic Association was formed to promote the commercial, industrial, civic and general interests of the Altadena community and its trade area.

The Altadena Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization and relies upon membership dues and volunteer labor to staff an office and provide services to the community.

The Altadena Chamber of Commerce is an equal opportunity organization which strives to reflect the positive and extensive diversity of the community.

Membership is open to any person, assoc., corp., partnership, estate or other business entity sharing the goals and objectives of the Chamber for the betterment of the entire community of Altadena.

The Altadena Chamber of Commerce produces special events, hosts periodic mixers, maintains a web site and provides information about Altadena to visitors, residents and businesses.
Altadena. Chamber of Commerce meetings are held on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 9am

Meetings are virtual until further notice
Please check website for details

To join the meeting virtually click here: 
Please email us at:

If you would like to be added to the agenda.
The next meeting:
January 3, 2022
PROMOTE YOUR EVENT
Do you have any events, promotions or sales coming up? Let the Chamber of Commerce know! 
We'd be happy to include it in the monthly Newsletter or send out a special announcement to the 600+ members we have on our mailing list. Feel free to contact the Chamber for any information, requests or concerns.

Sincerely,

The Altadena Chamber of Commerce

Give us your email address to add on our listing.
The Altadena Town Council meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7pm. Meetings currently virtual. The next meeting is Tuesday, November 15 ,2022. Check web-site for details and find out what's going on in the community:

altadenatowncouncil.org
"A satisfied customer is the best business strategy of all."
Contact Us

Altadena Chamber of Commerce
730 E. Altadena Dr.
626-794-3988
Support our Altadena Businesses

Businesses are open

Shop local

Supporting small and local businesses is more important than ever.

Shopping locally is investing in our community.
For more information:
https://www.altadenalibrary.org/shoplocal/
Are you a member of the Altadena Chamber of Commerce?

Great reasons to join your local Chamber of Commerce:

Make business contacts. 

Receive chamber newsletters. 

Bring credibility to your business. 

Increase your visibility in the community. 

Networking opportunities with other business owners

Meet your community host a "Mixer" or "Meet and Greet".

Learn about new government programs for businesses.

Free business highlighting in newsletter.

Opportunities to promote your business in Chamber monthly newsletter and the e-mail blasts.

The best web presence for a minimal investment. The Chamber's web-site offers new opportunities for business.

Chamber after hours social and mixer provides members the opportunity to mix, mingle and network in a fun, casual environment. The best social events and opportunities to get together casually for fun and networking.

Informational presentations and seminars for members. The best educational opportunities for members.

The opportunity to exhibit your business at the annual "Sip and Shop" in December.

Connect to the Small Business Development Center at Pasadena City College, the U.S. Small Business Administration, and more.

Low yearly dues.
Promote your business by sending information to the Chamber. Get your information, events, products and services in front of your fellow Pasadena Chamber members. Send information to altadenachamber.org for inclusion here. 
Looking for capital for your small business? The SBA Microloan Program provides loans up to $50,000 to help small businesses and certain not-for-profit childcare centers start up and expand. The average microloan is about $13,000.
Join Team DEO at Contract Ready LA, presented by Rambo House, Building LA Today & Lendistry, on Saturday December 17 to learn about contracting & grant opportunities. 
  • Saturday December 17 at 10am to 12pm (doors open at 9:10am)
  • Location: Westin LAX - 5400 West Century Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Visit here to sign up!
GRANTS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
Small businesses, micro businesses, and non-profits in LA county may qualify for financial relief through our Economic Opportunity Grants (EOG) program.
EOG offers $54+ million in grant awards, technical assistance, and other County services to help businesses recover, stabilize, and grow!
Grants will be available over multiple rounds starting in January 2023. Sign up today for additional information and next steps! 
BECOME AN ACTIVE PART OF THE ALTADENA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE