May 2015 Newsletter - Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce

Laguna Niguel
S E A C O U N T RY N E W S
Volume 33 Issue 5 May 2015
949.363.0136
Fax: 949.363.9026
Chamber of Commerce
w w w. L N C h a m b e r. c o m
L N C C @ L N C h a m b e r. c o m
30111 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite A • Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
CHAIRMAN’S
CIRCLE
Diamond
GOVERNMENTAL
AFFAIRS
Friday, May 1
7:30-9:00am
Guest Speaker:
Lauraine Bifulco
President Vantaggio HR Inc.
Platinum
Laguna Niguel Chamber
Celebrates
Anniversary of the
First May 11, 1982
Chamber Meeting
City Hall Community Room
30111 Crown Valley Parkway, LN
Complimentary Refreshments
Sponsored by:
Bob Brown & Alex Saraci
Morgan Stanley Wealth Management
Gold
Don’t miss this Governmental Affairs to learn about
some of the new employment laws INCLUDING the
mandatory sick leave posting and notice requirements.
®
Silver
Effective July 1, 2015, the Healthy Workplaces,
Healthy Families Act of 2014 (AB 1522) requires
that, with limited exception, employers with employees
who work in California must provide paid sick time to
current and new employees. Employers should be aware
that although accrual of paid sick leave goes into effect
on July 1, 2015, notice and posting requirements go into
effect on January 1, 2015.
Smart is In.
Save Water, Save Energy, Save Money.
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT!
Live &
Smart
Save
Money!
Saturday
May 16
9 AM to 1 PM
Laguna Niguel Civic Center
30111 Crown Valley Parkway
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Presented to the Community by
free prizes California friendly landscapes energy and water
high efficiency appliances free giveaways LED lighting
rebates smart irrigation timers turf removal drip irrigation
sprinkler nozzles energy star high efficiency toilets
fun music food trucks games community
free family friendly kids free crafts
everyone welcome
Join us for great information, free activities, music, prizes, and fun!
• Employers should display the sick leave poster in a
place where employees can readily read it.
• Since 2013, employers in California have been
required to provide new nonexempt employees
with Wage Theft Prevention Act forms. This form
has been revised for 2015 to include information
regarding paid sick leave.
• For nonexempt employees hired before January
1, 2015, the employer is required to provide
information regarding paid sick leave using any
of the alternative methods specified in Labor
Code section 2810.5(b). Note, although the notice
requirements of Labor Code section 2810.5 do not
apply to exempt employees, employers will need
to convey their sick leave policies to all employees
through links to updated policies or an email
message.
• Employers should also review their current
vacation, paid time off, and sick leave policies and
make necessary updates in anticipation of the new
paid sick leave law that goes into effect on
July 1, 2015.
Visit Lauraine’s website www.vantaggiohr.com
Genius Sponsor
Brilliant Sponsors
Intelligent Sponsors
Southern California Edison
Southern California Gas Company
WaterSmart Software
Smart Sponsors
Costco
Lee & Ro, Inc.
El Toro Water District
Whole Foods Market Laguna Niguel
Questions? Contact Debbie at LNCC@LNChamber.com.
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For Mother’s Day
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Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
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IN THE BOARD ROOM
Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce
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Change is Annoying!
I find it rather amusing that most of us will say “change is good!” to one another but secretly often find change
rather annoying in one way or another. For example, my husband reorganized and cleaned our garage several
months ago and moved all the trash cans outside to the side yard. Great idea, gives us more room in the
garage…this is a good change! Except that now the old place we used to put items to go into the recycle bin
doesn’t make sense, and we didn’t think about a new place for those things to go. Sounds like a small and silly
thing, but in the hustle and bustle of everyday life it became annoying.
If you’ve driven on Crown Valley Parkway recently, you’ve seen and been affected by the changes the City
is making in the medians along the street. One of the things you’ve seen change is that green grass is being
Heidi Fisher
replaced by drought tolerant plants. Great change, we’re in a drought! But the process is a bit annoying and
2015 Chairman of the Board
just as soon as you get used to which lanes are closed, the work crews move on and different lanes are closed. Proprietor
Same thing if you’ve been in Crown Valley Community Park since the construction started…great changes
Salt Creek Wine Company
underway, but the process can be annoying.
(949) 249-9463
So then, how hard is it to make change in your business? We all talk about how “business as usual” doesn’t work and the need to
continually evaluate what we’re doing and look at ways to change…but it’s easier said than done. I’m as guilty of that as the next
person…ask my husband! But the truth is that so much of life changes, sometimes very fast, and we get caught up in being annoyed at the
process or the end result. We are creatures of habit and change takes us out of our comfort zone. Sometimes that is invigorating, but more
often not.
Just as you force your body to adapt to changes when you exercise, it takes effort to force your mind to adapt to changes in thinking. And we all know the more you do something, the easier it gets and the better you become at it. The
2015 CHAMBER OFFICERS &
old adage “practice makes perfect” really fits here. So now let’s take that thought back to your
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
business…how often do you think about ways to change your business? To improve a process, product
OFFICERS
or service? Do you think all the way through it and map it all out? The more you do this, the easier it
Chairman of the Board
will get, the better you will become at it and the less annoying it will be. And the end result will likely
Heidi Fisher, 249-9463
Salt Creek Wine Company
be greater efficiency for you, your employees or customers and/or greater financial success. Who
Chair Elect
doesn’t want that?
David L. Simpson, C.F.A. 395-4998
There’s an ever-growing need for the
knowledge and information a financial
advisor can provide…
Let us be your guide.
Whether you are preparing for retirement or
have a need to invest funds accumulated
within an existing retirement plan, you’ll know
that you have taken steps to plan for your
financial future.
David S. Lopez - Financial Advisor
“Invested in Your Community”
30110 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 208
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
949-542-3316
Email: davidlopez@royalaa.com
 Financial Plans / Advice
 Retirement Plan Rollovers
 Bonds & Individual Stocks
www.DavidSLopez.com
Securities and Advisory services offered through Royal Alliance Associates, Inc.,
member FINRA/SIPC. Additional advisory services offered through WealthCare
Alliance a registered investment advisor not affiliated with Royal Alliance Associates. CA Insurance License: OC04786
Simpson Capital Management
1st Vice Chair
Duane D. Cave 361-8065
San Diego Gas & Electric, "SDG&E"
2nd Vice Chair
Joone Lopez, 831-2500
Moulton Niguel Water District
Secretary
Malinda Goller, 533-3199
Community Bank
Treasurer
Mary Smith, 485-3700
Allen Family Automotive Group
2014 Chairman of the Board
Daniel H Abrams, 429-7000
Abrams CA Health Insurance Agency
DIRECTORS
Lisa Brown, CPA, 297-3840
Sway Ballroom Dance
Gary Capata, CPA, 364-0334
Capata & Co. CPA’s
Kirk Lapple, 363-5900
Law Office of Kirk F. Lapple
Bill Leber, (714)813-7555
Open Mortgage
Shawn Shad, 391-9890
Comwest Construction
David B. Weiss, 347-9700
David Weiss Designs Fine Jewelry
Stephanie Winstead, 639-9606
Winstead Law Group, APC
Newsletter photos by
Debbie Newman
Dianne Smith
Newsletter layout & printing by
South County Printing
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Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce
Welcome New Members!
(March 2015)
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!
BUSINESS TRAINING/COACHING/CONSULTING
Vistage International
Kathleen McGrorty
23986 Aliso Creek Road, #444
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(626) 945-9583
www.vistage.com
FITNESS & HEALTH CLUBS
Club Pilates Laguna Niguel
Keely Watson & Liz Wright
30100 Town Center Drive, Suite B-1
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 257-2292
www.clubpilatesstudio.com/locations/lagunaniguel
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
Family Assistance Ministries
Mary Gray Perdue
1030 Calle Negocio
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 492-8477
www.family-assistance.org
REAL ESTATE
Century 21 Beachside
Michelle Cicen CRP, GMS
27405 Puerta Real, Suite 100
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 680-0893
www.michellecicen.com
RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGE
Fratello's Italian Restaurant
Lou Scotto
31371 Niguel Road, Suite A
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 661-1250
www.fratellosonline.com
Mellotti & Rasmusson
An Accountancy Corporation
John L. Mellotti, CPA
e-mail john@lagunaniguelcpas.com
Bob Rasmusson, CPA
e-mail bob@lagunaniguelcpas.com
30092 Ivy Glenn Drive, Suite 150
Laguna Niguel, California 92677
(949) 495-2622 • Fax (949) 495-0138
Sharon Kuhn
VCA Crown Valley Animal Hospital
Mary Gray Perdue & Lauraine Hoon
Family Assistance Ministries
Lou Scotto
Fratello’s Family Italian Restaurant
Linda Harris & Melissa Shea
Zuri Pet Spa & Resort
Membership Recruitment
C A $ H Incentives
Do you know of a business that could benefit
by joining the Chamber?
Give them an application and put your name
on the “Referred by” line.
We will reward you in cash
$25 Cash per Business Membership
10% per Chairmen’s Circle Membership
Griffin Optometric Group
Dr. T. Powers Griffin, Jr.
Dr. S. Randall Griffin
Dr. Patrick Griffin
Dr. Beverly Miller
140 Avenida Del Mar
San Clemente, CA 92672
949.492.1853
30030 Town Center Drive
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
949.495.3031
The Courtyards at Talega
1001 Avenida Pico, Suite A
San Clemente, CA 92673
949.940.0200
www.griffinoptometric.com
est. 1957 by Dr. Ted P. Griffin
MEMBERSHIP Anniversaries
March Membership
Thanks so much
for renewing you membership!
Charter Member Since 1982
Griffin Optometric Group
Laguna Niguel Family YMCA
Member Since 1987
Thomas W. Wilson
Member Since 1989
Plaza de la Paz Shopping Center
Member Since 1990
*** City of Laguna Niguel
OC Dermatology
Member Since 1992
Sepulveda Building Materials
Member Since 1993
David Weiss Designs Fine Jewelry
Member Since 1999
***First Bank
Member Since 2000
GL Franklin & Associates
Member Since 2002
Steve Walters, Meridian Real Estate Group
Member Since 2004
AllSize Storage
Faith Episcopal Church
Member Since 2005
McCool Flowers
Member Since 2007
Largest Mixer
Orange County Association of Realtors
Member Since 2008
Star River International, Inc.
Member Since 2010
Merritt Johnson & Associates
Ocean Institute
Open Mortgage
Member Since 2012
BERGSTROMEDIA Services
Member Since 2013
Bank of America
Regency Theatres
Teeth for Life
West Coast Executive Fitness
Member Since 2014
Law Office of Tracy Ettinghoff
Nickie Heath Insurance Agency
Sub Zero Ice Cream & Yogurt
***Chairmen’s Circle Sponsors
Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce
THANK YOU FOR YOUR MEMBERSHIP!
BACK ROW
David Weiss Designs Fine Jewelry (1993-2015)
Law Office of Tracy Ettinghoff (2014-2015)
Sean Lehmann, Sullivan Group (2014-2015)
MIDDLE ROW
Amber Gallette, Carr Workplaces (2012-2015)
Ron Latin, Liberty Capital Management (1986-2015)
Cher Alpert, Foundation for Neuroscience Stroke & Recovery (2014-2015)
Eric Bergstromedia, Bergstromedia Services (2012-2015)
FRONT ROW
Carole Allen (1996-2015)
Ron Sinclair, The Star Cleaning Systems (2002-2015)
George Waite, Sepulveda Building Materials (1992-2015)
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Robert G. Turner
Professional Property Management
and Leasing
801 Glenneyre Street, Suite E
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 499-5915
Fax: (949) 499-3590
turnkeyoc@verizon.net
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GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS
Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce
April Governmental Affairs
Over 80 people attended to learn about the Agora Project approved by the Orange County Board of Supervisors. for the old
courthouse property. Notice anyone photo bombing?
GA Sponsor Bob Brown, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management
Presenter Shaheen Sadeghi, Lab Holdings
GA Chair Duane D. Cave, SDG&E
If you were unable to attend this presentation on the development
of the County of Orange’s property adjacent to City Hall, you may
attend their next presentation on Monday May 4, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
in the Laguna Niguel Community Room, sponsored by Laguna
Niguel Women's Club
Mayor’s “State of the City”
Featuring Keynote Speaker:
Honorable Jerry McCloskey
Mayor of Laguna Niguel
Friday, June 26, 2015
11:15am-1:00pm
El Niguel Country Club
23700 Clubhouse Drive, Laguna Niguel
SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS
ALL LEVELS RECEIVE:
Event Verbal Recognition, Logo on Event Sponsor Sign, Event Group Photo,
E-Newsletter Recognition, Printed Newsletter Recognition, Program Recognition
$1,000 TITLE SPONSOR
8 Admissions
Reserved Table
Speaker Opportunities
$500 EVENT SPONSOR
4 Admissions
Reserved Half Table
$250 SUPPORTING SPONSOR
2 Admissions
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WebsitesYes.com Business Services
Dinh Ta
NETWORKING NEWS
April Networking Breakfast
9114 Adams Avenue, #112
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
(714)646-7215
www.websitesyes.com
WebsitesYES (Young-Engaging-Simple)
creates websites that are
YOUNG: integrate a blog of fresh, young contents weekly/
monthly so Google and human visitors have reasons to
come back regularly.
ENGAGING: combine YouTube videos, LinkedIn &
Facebook commenting/sharing, Yelp testimonials, Google
maps, photo galleries, event calendar, appointment & lead
capture form... to encourage visitors to take action like
calling the business or enter their contact information so the
business can follow up and help the prospects.
SIMPLE: help visitors find important information by
browsing the websites easily on iPads, computers and
smart phones so people can learn about the business
anywhere, anytime.
WebsitesYes enjoys helping business owners keep their
website updated so it can function as virtual 24/7 employees
who never call in sick or ask for a raise. They work hard
to build long term relationships so they can refer clients to
each other.
Paul W. Pendorf, Insurance Agent
Lt. Matthew Barr
Paul was the top live auction bidder for the Helicopter Ride-Along
with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department. A portion of his
contribution went to Project 999, an organization supporting fallen
peace officers and their families
PRICES:
Website from $1800, Average $2700.
They’ve developed a $14,000 website.
Hosting & Management $45/month.
Local organic SEO from $800/month.
Social Media power profile creation $300/each.
Business Online Consulting $185/hour.
Connect 4 Lunch & Learn
Matt Clements, The Clements Group
The Niguel Botanical Preserve Team:
Monty McDivitt
Gregory Clements
Kevin Propper
April lunch focused on the importance for a business to have an
internet presence.
Thanks to those Emerging Professionals
who Donated to the April Social
Carr Workplaces
Club Pilates Laguna Niguel
Good Choice Sushi
Modern Woodmen of America
Salt Creek Wine Company
Sway Ballroom Dance
Thanks to those who donated
to the April Breakfast!
Allen Family Automotive Group
BERGSTROMEDIA Services
Club Pilates Laguna Niguel
David Weiss Designs Fine Jewelry
Liberty Capital Management
Niguel Botanical Preserve
Norwex
Salt Creek Wine Company
South County Printing
The Ahmed Team at Surterre Properties
The Star Cleaning System
Winstead Law Group, APC
CHAMBER NEWS
Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce
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Emerging Professionals
May 28th Mutts & Members
Mixer Host
Sepulveda Building Materials
28092 Forbes Road, Laguna Niguel
(949)347-2100 • www.sepulveda.com
Sepulveda Building Materials is the premier masonry and
landscape rock dealer in Los Angeles, Orange County, San
Diego, Inland Empire, the Desert Cities and the Coachella Valley.
They have distinctive landscape rock from over 60 quarries to
define a new home or re-invent an existing home. Their products
include BBQ islands, outdoor fireplaces, brick, barbeques, stone,
travertine, porcelains, glass tile, slate, firewood, concrete blocks,
and more. They are a family-operated business with knowledgeable
employees who treat you like family. Their creative ideas and
business philosophy of “family teamwork” has brought them to
where they are today.
Sepulveda Building Materials is dedicated to supporting the
communities that they serve. Sepulveda Building Materials is a
proud Sponsor of Guide Dogs of America! Through generous
sponsor donations and player participation at the Sepulveda
Building Materials Charity Golf Tournament, they are proud to
sponsor Guide Dogs of America puppies and provide training,
equipment and supplies for graduates and their guide dogs.
“We are looking forward to a fun evening with the Mutts and
Members May 28, 2015!”
The Emerging Professionals Team (EPT) chaired by Matt
Brown, Sway Ballroom Dance, learned all about the sophisticated
art of wine tasting. LNCC Chair Heidi and Bob Fisher hosted this
year’s second EPT social. They were impressed with this young
group of business men and women who meet to network, share
information and share the difficulties they face in balancing their
personal lives, family and business. Be sure to attend the June
19th breakfast to learn more about this dynamic group of young
professionals.
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NOTEWORTHY
WHAT’S HAPPENING WITH OUR MEMBERS?
Evergreen Realty Homesmart Laguna Niguel utilizes some of the best systems, tools, education and technology in the industry.
Tony Faulkner, Managing Broker, has more than 20 years of experience in the Real Estate industry in Orange County. He prides
himself on educating and motivating agents to help them reach their Real Estate goals. At Evergreen Realty HomeSmart, you will
find integrity & knowledge - the recipe for success that Tony learned from serving in the USMC. Evergreen Realty has 8 locations
for agents to work from. The Laguna Niguel office is strategically located in the Whole Foods Shopping Center, boasts a friendly &
helpful staff and has private offices available. Tony holds weekly sales meetings as well as weekly trainings. He believes in an opendoor policy, and makes himself accessible for 24/7 Broker support. Evergreen Realty Homesmart Laguna Niguel has great culture,
synergy & 100% commissions! Tony invites you to stop in and talk about your goals. Give him a call at (949) 230-1597
Since its beginning, Lions Clubs International has been dedicated to benefiting the lives of the world’s most vulnerable populations.
And there’s no more vulnerable group in our community than children. That’s why, this May 16-22, Lions are kicking off the Lions
Worldwide Week of Service to help positively impact the lives of youth in our communities and around the world. Consider hosting
a project benefiting youth in your community. From organizing a book drive to remodeling a playground, there are countless ways
to get involved. It’s easy. Just visit the Lions Worldwide Week of Service webpage to download the club brochure and start planning
your project today. No matter how you choose to participate, you’ll qualify for a Centennial Service Challenge banner patch when you
report your service project benefiting Youth, Vision, Hunger or the Environment. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the special
Centennial moment. Start planning your projects today! See more at: http://lions100.lionsclubs.org/EN/programs/centennial-servicechallenge/worldwide-week-of-service.php
Make a difference - It all starts with our community! Volunteers and donors make it possible for the Laguna Niguel Family YMCA
to change lives. When you give to YMCA, 100% of your donation will help young people achieve their potential, empower people of
all ages to lead healthier lives, and strengthen the bonds of community in Laguna Niguel. Volunteers contribute by coaching sports,
serving as camp counselors & tutors, raising valuable funding, and much more. Please join them – everyone has something to give!
For more information go to www.ymcaoc.org
There is always something going on at Savannah Chop House! Take a look at their new schedule:
Happy Hour: Monday-Sunday @ 4:30-7 pm ($6 Small Bites - $5 Cocktail Specials)
Uncorked Wednesdays: Wednesday – All Night (Up to 2 Free Corkages)
Ladies Night(Lipstick & Libations): Thursday – All Night (Free Craft Cocktail or Glass of Wine for Ladies w/ Food Purchase)
Late Night Happy Hour: Thursday-Saturday @ 8:30 pm – Close ($6 Small Bites - $5 Cocktail Specials)
Prime Rib Dinner: Sunday & Monday @ 5-10 pm (3-Course Dinner for $29.95 pp)
Le Grand Barr: Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday @ 6:30-9 pm (Live Music!)
Brian Young & The Blues Station: Thursday & Friday @ 6-10 pm (Live Music!)
Magic Night with John George: Sunday @ 5:30-8 pm (Up-Close Table-side Magic)
Get more info at: www.savannahchophouse.net
Chamber “Power Partners” Tutu School and Blown Away Beauty Bar collaborated and put on a regal affair at which attendees got to
meet Cinderella and be a "Princess for a Day". The enchanted little dancers from Tutu School ventured over to Blown Away Beauty
Bar, where they received professional hair and makeup, a picture with Cinderella, special gifts, crafts and unforgettable memories!
A magical day was enjoyed by all! You can learn more about Tutu School at www.tutuschoollagunaniguel.com and Blown Away
Beauty Bar at www.beblownaway.com . Be sure to listen to introductions at Chamber events, and contact the people you feel would
make good Power Partners for your business. You never know what “magic” you can create by working together!
Tasting Wine = Helping our Veterans, it’s that easy! The American Legion Auxiliary Laguna Niguel Unit 281 joins their members
across the country helping military families cope with the effects of multiple deployments. The toll on our all-volunteer force and
their families has been enormous. The Auxiliary’s efforts are focused in three primary areas: Veterans/Military Support & Advocacy,
Family Support and Youth Development. Please join the Auxiliary at their first fundraiser on Sunday, May 17th 2015 at Salt Creek
Wine Company from 4:00 – 7:00 pm for only $35 per person. They will have food and lots of opportunities to taste wine, mingle with
friends and support the ALA, the largest patriotic women’s group in the country, as they all support our vets. Contact Sue Bialek for
event tickets or to donate to this event at suebialek@cox.net See the flyer on page 6.
May 14th Yappy Hour is hosted by the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel
from 5 to 8 p.m. Follow Fido to Yappy Hour, a monthly cocktail
party for canines and their companions held on The Dana Lawn at
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. Pooches, hounds and pups enjoy
complimentary hand-made dog biscuits and lapping up refreshing
libations, thanks to bacon, chicken, cheese, beef and liver flavored
water, while their companions can purchase burgers, brews and wines.
Proceeds from the 2015 Yappy Hour season will go to the Wounded
Veteran's Initiative of Canine Companions for Independence.
2015 Yippy Hour Dates:
Thursday, May 14 --- Thursday, June 11 --- Thursday, July 9 --Thursday, August 13 --- Thursday, September 10 PLUS special
events TBA for Halloween & Christmas
BUSINESS DISPLAYS AVAILABLE
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MUTTS & MEMBERS MIXER & EXPO
(Mutts Optional but Encouraged)
Hosted at
SEPULVEDA BUILDING MATERIALS
28092 Forbes Road
(South on Forbes - 5 freeway & Crown Valley)
Thursday, May 28, 2015
5:30 – 7:00 PM
$10/Members
$15/Potential Members
Includes BBQ & 2 Beverages
FREE/Canines
Photo compliments of Montgomery Photography
Dogs must be leashed –
Owners responsible for cleaning accidents
EVENT ACTIVITIES & PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
DOGGIE GOODIE BAGS FOR THE 1ST 50 DOGS
Bring 50-logo items for the goodie bags to the Chamber
office by May 24th
CANINE ACTIVITIES
PORTRAITS: Montgomery Photography will be taking
portraits of you & your mutt. You will receive the photo at
the event to take home as a memento
COSTUME PARTY: Dress up your pooch in red, white and
blue in celebration of Memorial Day
Orange County Sheriff Department Bloodhound:
Presentation on their four legged cops
PASSPORT DRAWING for DISPLAYERS
PASSPORT DRAWING: To enter a free drawing, get your
passport signed by ALL the displayers
DISPLAY INFORMATION: $30 to purchase a display
includes one admission
REFRESHMENTS
BBQ by Sepulveda
DESSERT by Costco - Crown Valley Parkway
FLAVORED WATER AND TREATS for the Dogs
For MORE Exposure, Bring Opportunity Drawing Donations
Laguna Niguel Chamber 4th of July Pancake Breakfast
Crown Valley Community Park between the baseball & soccer fields
29751 Crown Valley Parkway
7:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
(Breakfast in conjunction with YMCA 5K/10K run or walk)
BUSINESS-TO-COMMUNITY PROMOTIONAL DISPLAY
Includes 6’ display table, chair, umbrella & one pancake breakfast
The YMCA has requested that no conflicting businesses are to display at this event which includes but is not limited to:
Fitness related businesses such as sports clubs & teams, personal trainers…
$100/Non-profit Organizations $150/Members
$300/Potential Members ($150 membership rebate)
Deadline to participate is Friday, June 20, 2015 unless we sell out before then - Placement at LNCC’s discretion
$100 EVENT SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE
$250
$500
Name on Event Sign
Prominent Name on Event Sign
Logo Recognition on Event Sign
Recognition in Chamber Newsletter
Recognition in Chamber Newsletter
Recognition in Chamber Newsletter
2 Pancake Breakfasts
10 Pancake Breakfasts
20 Pancake Breakfasts
Display Table, Chair & Umbrella
Deadline to be placed on promotional materials and event sponsor sign is Friday, June 20, 2015
RACE PACKET PROMOTION
For EVEN MORE exposure, provide 1,500 promotional pieces by 6/12/15 for race packet insertion.
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Club Pilates Laguna Niguel
Keely Watson & Liz Wright
30100 Town Center Drive, Suite B-1
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 257-2292
www.clubpilatesstudio.com/locations/lagunaniguel
Owners Keely Watson and Liz Wright met in San Diego during
their certification course in 2007. They started working for Club
Pilates in 2012 and loved its mission to make Pilates affordable,
fun and more accessible to all. They were honored to introduce
CP to Orange County, with their own locations in San Juan
Capistrano, Mission Viejo and Laguna Niguel! CHAMBER CELEBRATIONS
Endurance House Orange County
Jeff Hubeli
24012 Aliso Creek Road
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 215-5090
www.endurancehouseorangecounty.com
Endurance House is a premier specialty retail store designed
for endurance fitness enthusiasts to learn, shop and be a part of a
community! They feature popular brands presented by genuine
and encouraging consultants. Endurance House Orange County is
committed to giving back to like-minded organizations that support
athletes and their endeavors. They chose to partner with Special
Olympics Southern California-Orange County and gave back 10
percent of their total grand opening weekend sales to raise funds for
sports training and competition programs for children and adults
with intellectual disabilities.
Originally named “Contrology,” Pilates improves core strength,
flexibility and balance; an excellent supplement to golf, running,
tennis, etc.
Club Pilates offers classes for all levels seven days a week.
Group sessions are led by excellent instructors prepared to modify
exercises for special populations including those with injuries,
spinal disorders, pre/post-natal, etc. Clients use the traditional
Reformer, wall-mounted Springboards, TRX suspension training
system and more. CP loves variety; you’ll never do the same class
twice! This studio is proud to offer a complimentary Fundamentals class
every Sunday morning at 11:45 am, perfect for the brand new
client who may be intimidated. You are encouraged to RSVP
through their website.
Keely and Liz hope to see you in the studio soon!
Endurance House introduced a star athlete, Joseph, who competes
in the Special Olympics. He is quite a remarkable young man who
eloquently spoke on his involvement in the program and in the
competitions.
NEWSLETTER PRINT ADVERTISING RATES
(Provide digital .pdf file to the Chamber office by the 10th of the month prior to publication)
Ad placement at the discretion of the publisher/typesetter and subject to availability
AD SIZE
1 MONTH 3 MONTHS
Business Card:
H-3.5”x2” or V-2”x3.5”
$ 35 $ 90
¼ Page
H-2.25”x7.5” or V-3.5”x4.5” $ 70
$ 180
1/3 Page
H-3”x7.5” or V-3.5”x6”
$ 80
$ 210
½ Page
H-5”x7.5” or 3.5”x9.5
$ 90
$ 225
Full Page(Attached Flyer) 7.5”x9.5”
$125
$ 360
Inside Front/Back Cover 7.5”x9.5”
$140
$ 405
Outside Back Cover
7.5”x7.5
$300
$ 800
6 MONTHS
$ 175
$ 330
$ 390
$ 360
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$1,500
1YEAR
$ 330
$ 600
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$1,200
$1,500
$3,000
Save the Date... for a Fabulous Concert!
Presented by the Laguna Niguel Senior Citizens Club...
In Celebration of the Club’s
30th Anniversary!
“Hot August Night”
Neil Diamond Tribute Band
Featuring... Dean
Colley
Sunday, May 31
1pm - 4pm
Appearing in the Ballroom of
SEA COUNTRY SENIOR and
COMMUNITY CENTER
24602 Aliso Creek Rd.
Laguna Niguel
Hot August Night
has performed concerts all
around the United States, Japan,
Canada and England.
They are well known in
Southern California, and we are
excited to have them appearing
here in Laguna Niguel!
Tickets Are Limited!
Light Refreshments & Door Prizes!
ALL AGES ARE INVITED
Tickets Available in Club Office
$20.00 (Cash or Check Only)
Sr. Club Office Hours
10am to 2pm • Mon. - Fri.
Sr. Club Office Located inside:
Sea Country Senior and Community Center
24602 Aliso Creek Road • Laguna Niguel, CA
Phone: 949-362-2937
also happening...
Club Raffle &
Fund Raiser!
6 Months of Dining Out
(A Variety of Restaurant Gift Cards valued at $300)
Tickets on sale in the Club Office
through May 31st and at the Concert.
Winner drawn at the 30th Anniversary Concert on
MAY 31st
Raffle Tickets $5.00 or 3 Tickets for $10
You need not be present to win.
14 Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce
Community Events
Free SCORE Business Workshop
“Avoiding Employment Related Litigation”
Thursday, May 7
Laguna Niguel City Hall
30111 Crown Valley Parkway
5:30-6 pm Check-In
6-9 pm Workshop
A light dinner will be provided for the first 50 guests
Seating is limited – Register online at:
www.cityoflagunaniguel.org/SCORE
Contact the City at:
SCORE@cityoflagunaniguel.com or 949.362.4315
Here’s your chance to get input regarding your business
legal employment questions without paying an arm and
a leg. This workshop covers the potential pitfalls of
employment issues and how these mistakes can lead to
costly litigation.
Topics include:
Soka University’s
14thAnnual International Festival
May 2, 2015
10:30 am – 5:00 pm
Soka University International Festival will feature:
• More than 900 international musicians and
dancers performing on three stages
• International food
• Over 250 exhibitors
• Art exhibitions
• Children's inflatable rides and games
Over 9,500 people attended last year. Admission is free but
parking on campus is $10 (cash). Please carpool! For more
information, visit www.soka.edu/festival.
• The hiring process and avoiding discrimination
• Employee handbooks
• Wage and hour issues (including overtime and
meal & rest breaks)
• Handling internal complaints
• Discipline & performance reviews
• Independent contractor vs. employee
• Wrongful termination
SHOP & TOUR CHINA
October 8 – 19, 2015
11-Day China Trip Highlights: Beijing – Shanghai – Hangzhou – Suzhou - Wuxi
$1,999 Double Occupancy
Add $400 for single supplement
Price Includes: Air, Tours, 4-5 Star Hotels, Meals,
Attraction Admission, Complimentary Travel
Insurance for those who pay tour fee
60 days before departure
(NOT trip cancellation insurance)
For a complete Itinerary,
visit the Chamber’s website at www.LNChamber.com
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Attend informational meeting at noon on
May 8th in the Chamber office
For more information and to RSVP attendance contact:
Wendy Harder: wwharder@soka.edu - 949.480.4081
Lisa Lu: lu@soka.edu - 949.480.4083
Calendar & Events
May 2015
Sun
Mon
Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce
Tues
Wed
Thurs
3
All meetings held at the Chamber
Office unless otherwise noted.
4
10
5
11
6
8:00 - 9:00 am
Executive Comm
7:30 - 10:00 Pm
Emerging Prof
Social
(Fratello's Italian
Restaurant))
12
13
17 18
19
24/31
25
26
27
(Office Closed)
7
1
7
8
14
Tues
2
21
9
15
14
22
28
15
29
16
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
"Live Smart &
Save Money"
(LN City Hall)
21
22 23
7:15 - 9:00 am
Networking Breakfast
(El Niguel CC)
RSVP by 5/20
28
Wed
3
Thurs
4
29
30
16
23
11
11:15 - 1:00 pm
Connect 4 Lunch
(Carr Workplaces)
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Ambassador Team
17 18
24
30
8:00 - 9:00 am
Executive Comm
5
Sat
6
12
13
19
20
RSVP by 6/9
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Board Meeting
7:30 - 8:30 am
Membership Task Force
Fri
7: 00 am - Noon
7:30 - 9:00 am
Governmental Affairs Free Shredding Event
(LN City Hall)
(LN City Hall)
Ramadan
25
7:15 - 9:00 am
Networking Breakfast
(El Niguel CC)
RSVP by 6/17
26
11:15 - 1:00
State of the City
(El Niguel CC)
5:30 - 7:00 pm
After-Hours Mixer
(Savannah
Chop House)
9
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Ambassador Team
Father's Day
10:30 am - 5:00 pm
Soka
International
Festival
RSVP by 5/12
2
Noon
China Meeting
11:15 - 1:00 pm
Connect 4 Lunch
(Carr Workplaces)
10
8:00 - 9:00 am
Emerging Prof Team
Flag Day
8
8:00 - 9:00 am
Executive Comm
Sat
5:30 - 7:00 pm
Mutts & Members Mixer
(Sepulveda Building
Materials)
Memorial Day
June 2015
Sun
Mon
1
7:30 - 9:00 am
Governmental Affairs
(LN City Hall)
7:30 - 8:30 am
Membership Task Force
8:00 - 9:00 am
Emerging Prof Team
20
6:00 - 9:00 pm
SCORE
Free Business
Workshop
(LN City Hall)
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Board Meeting
Mother's Day
Fri
RSVP by 6/19
All meetings held at the Chamber
Office unless otherwise noted.
27
15
MAY EVENTS
GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS
Friday, May 1
7:30-9:00 am
Guest Speaker:
HR Specialist Lauraine Bifulco
“2015 Employment Laws”
City Hall Community Room
Complimentary Refreshments
Sponsored by:
Bob Brown & Alex Saraci
Morgan Stanley Wealth Management
EMERGING PROFESSIONAL
TEAM SOCIAL
Wednesday, May 6
11:15 am -1:00 pm
Hosted at:
Fratello's Italian Restaurant
31371 Niguel Road, Suite A
$15 Mems/$20 Potential Mems
& Those W/O Reservations
RSVP by 5/4
CONNECT 4 LUNCH & LEARN
Thursday, May 14
11:15 am -1:00 pm
Guest Speaker:
Eric Bergstrom
“How to Promote Business through
Video, TV & Print Advertising”
Hosted at:
Carr Workplaces
28202 Cabot Road, Suite 300
$15 Mems/$20 Potential Mems &
Those W/O Reservations
RSVP by 5/12
LIVE SMART & SAVE MONEY
Saturday, May 16
9:00 am -1:00 pm
A FREE Utility & Community
Services Event with Valuable
Information on Household Savings
City Hall Community Room
30111 Crown Valley Parkway
NETWORKING BREAKFAST
Friday, May 22
7:15-9:00am
Sponsored By:
WebsitesYes.com Business Services
El Niguel Country Club
23700 Clubhouse Drive
$16/Mems • $21/Potential Mems
Bring a raffle prize for further exposure
RSVP by 5/20
MUTTS & MEMBERS
MIXER & EXPO
Thursday, May 28
5:30-7:00 pm
Hosted at:
Sepulveda Building Materials
28092 Forbes Road, LN
$10 Mems & Their Guests
$15 Potential Mems
$30 PROMOTIONAL DISPLAYS
Includes 2 Admissions, 6’ Table & Chair
Register for a display by 5/15/15
PRSRT STD
US POSTAGE PAID
MISSION VIEJO CA
PERMIT NO 798
30111 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite A
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED
SO MANY FLAVORS
TO CHOOSE FROM!
FOOD & RESTAURANTS
Blaze Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349-0267
Mangia Bene Cucina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 831-0141
Chipotle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 448-8328
McDonald’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 643-3326
Cinderella Cakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305-3355
Pei Wei Asian Diner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249-0130
Corner Bakery Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425-8673
Sango Sushi Japanese Cuisine . . . . . 831-7287
Deemers American Grill . . . . . . . . . . . 425-8770
(Burgers and Salads)
Sprouts Farmers Market . . . . . . . . . . . 349-1999
Golden Dragon Chinese Food . . . . . 362-4739
Health Works
& Original Juice Bistro . . . . . . . . . . . 831-9777
Kasra Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362-2500
Sub Zero Ice Cream & Yogurt . . . . . . 521-7878
Subway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 643-2228
Taco Bel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 831-3334
Veggie Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362-9649