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
Jr. CEO Program Wraps Up at Madrona Middle School as Students Prepare for the 2024 Business Expo & Showcase
Sixth-grade students from Madrona Middle School participating in the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Jr. CEO Program took an exciting step toward launching their businesses by visiting the City of Torrance, where Mayor George Chen presented them with...
Small Business Week Kickoff Celebration
Torrance Small Business Week Co-Chairs from left to right: Ryan Halvorsen, Redondo Van and Storage; Claudine Garcia, The Promotions Dept.; and Sanjay Murty, Aura Seating. By: Jonisha Miller The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for an exciting Small...
Young Professionals Group Food Drive & Mixer – November 14th
By: Ryan Guitare In a unique blend of professional networking and community impact, the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Group (YPG) will host an exclusive Food Drive & Mixer on November 14th, 2024, at 5:00 PM. In partnership with The...
Join Us This Thursday for the 2024 Sports-Themed Business Expo and Showcase!
By: Ryan Guitare The community is invited to attend the 2024 Business Expo & Showcase on Thursday, November 7th, from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Torrance Marriott Redondo Beach. This exciting event will bring together local businesses, offering an opportunity for...
Out & About
With President & CEO Donna Duperron
Donna Visits Salus Homecare
Diana Robles, Office Manager and Marcella Miller, Executive Director, Salus Homecare Los Angeles By: Donna Duperron I had the opportunity to meet Marcella Miller, Executive Director of Salus Homecare Los Angeles at this month’s Health and Happiness Fair. In speaking...
Donna Visits Torrance Community Credit Union
Michael Wilkins, CEO and Nancy Whitehead-Smith, Marketing Manager. By: Donna Duperron Walking up to, and into Torrance Community Credit Union, I admired the architecture of the building. Greeted by Michael Wilkins, President and CEO and Nancy Whitehead-Smith,...
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,...
Podcast: ‘Chamber Chat’
Advocacy in Action
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...
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...