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
Women in Business Event: “Whatever She’s Having”
By: Ryan Guitare Join us on Wednesday, August 7th, 2024, for the upcoming Women in Business event titled "Whatever She's Having." This engaging session will focus on being authentic in friendships, learning to take time for yourself, and how to excel as a leader. The...
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....
Del Amo Fashion Center Implements Youth Supervision Policy
Del Amo Fashion Center will implement a Youth Supervision Policy, effective March 1.Committed to providing a pleasant and family-friendly shopping environment for allguests, the Youth Supervision Policy will take effect on March 1, 2023. All visitors under the age of...
Out & About
With President & CEO Donna Duperron
Donna Visits with Dr. Tei-Fu Chen
Chamber members Carolyn Snyder, Bob Habel and Mary Hoffman in front of the Chen Art Gallery. By: Donna Duperron This week I had the distinct pleasure of speaking with Dr. Tei-Fu Chen, co-founder of Sunrider International with his wife, Dr. Oi-Lin. Headquartered in...
Donna Visits CBE Office Solutions
CBE Office Solutions By: Donna Duperron Arriving at CBE Office Solutions, I was greeted by Bill Ring, Branch Sales director, who in turn introduced me to those in the office. Each was extremely welcoming and a few commented on their attendance at chamber events. CBE,...
Donna Visits The Lundquist Institute
Ivan Shin, Senior Vice President, Development, Vanassa Mau, Senior Director, Donor Relations and Lisa Bosnich, Special Events manager. By: Donna Duperron This week I had the opportunity to visit The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical...
Donna Visits Nothing Bundt Cakes
Martin Rocha (center) enjoys a moment with his team. By: Donna Duperron As I opened the front door to Nothing Bundt Cake, it smelled as if I was walking into my grandma’s house when she was baking the variety of holiday cookies she prepared each year. There was an...
Podcast: ‘Chamber Chat’
Advocacy in Action
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...
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...