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Leading the Way
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Executive Committee 2009-10
John Kelberlau
Chairman of the Board
Desert Community Bank
Rob Kurth
VP Economic Enhancement
Lee & Associates - Victorville
Angela Gardner
VP Business Services
Goodwill Southern California
Dwight Johnson
VP Financial Services
El Dorado Broadcasters
Val Matteson
VP Special Events
Val Matteson Consulting Services
Sharon Rodriguez VP Membership & Community Services
Southwest Gas Corporation
Margaret R. Peterson, Ph.D.
Past Chairman of the Board
Desert Valley Medical Group
Board of Directors 2009-10
Pat Caldwell, Ph.D Management Consultant
Sam Gibbs
Omnitrans
David Greiner
Greiner Buick-Pontiac-GMC
Robert Lovingood ICR Staffing/Degreedjobs.com
Tim Jasper
High Desert Laser Graphics
Dale Marsden, Ed.D. Victor Elementary
School District
Mike Nutter ISU Insurance Services
ARMAC Agency
Jim Phillips Century 21 Fairway Realty, Inc.
Doug Robertson (Ex Officio) City of Victorville
Jim Stasiak
JSC Companies
Stephan Wingert
Daily Press
Caroll Yule
Shear Realty - Victorville
Staff
Michele Spears
Lisa De La Cruz
Annie MacKay
Heather Ford
Amanda Vaage
Mckenzie Tarango
President/CEO
Business Development Manager
Communications Manager
Special Events Manager
Membership Development Manager
Legislative Affairs Representative
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Victorville Chamber of Commerce
14174 Green Tree Blvd., Victorville, CA 92395
P.O. Box 997, Victorville, CA 92393
Tel: (760) 245-6506 Fax: (760) 245-6505
E-Mail: [email protected]
T
he 19th century Norwegian poet
Henrik Ibsen said, “A community
is like a ship; everyone ought to be
prepared to take the helm.” But what does it
take to become a leader? Is it organizational
skills or communication? Does is all boil
down to having the right connections?
Your Victorville Chamber of Commerce
membership provides you with the
opportunity to learn about how to
become a great community leader
and to routinely network with many
of the Victor Valley’s leaders – from
government to education to charitable
organizations and of course business.
The Chamber’s Four Core Benefits –
Business Enhancement, Connection & Promotion, Legislative Advocacy
and Community Involvement – are more than just words, but a way for
every member to get involved in this community. Through involvement,
you can learn about how to be a better leader for this community.
When I started out, I was somewhat intimidated about getting to know
our community leaders. Now, I feel fortunate to have been given the
opportunity to build those relationships.
It has been a quick year serving as your Chairman of the Board of
Directors. I value this experience immensely. My thanks for everyone’s
Chamber participation and support. That’s what makes this Chamber
what it is – a Leader.
John Kelberlau
Chairman of the Board
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GOVERNMENT
Meet Your Representatives
Legislative Update
Mike Page
President
Mojave Water Agency
M
ike Page first came to the scene of the water
community while he was serving as president of
the Victorville Chamber of Commerce in 1999. As
Chamber President he strongly encouraged the Chamber
to support the development of SCLA/power plant
project and was clear that water played an integral role
in the creation of jobs. He ran for election representing
Division 4 which covers most of Victorville and Spring
Valley Lake. He was elected to the Mojave Water Agency
in November, 2001, and re-elected in November, 2006. He
is serving his 3rd consecutive one-year term as President.
The Mojave Water Agency serves as one of 29 State Water
Contractors and is the water wholesaler for the area and
also serves as the Watermaster, ensuring the compliance
to the legal mandates from the 2002 Judgment.
In addition to his elected position, Mike is well known
in the community as the local representative of Verizon
where he is employed as a Director - Governmental and
External Affairs.
Mike is a past President of the Victorville Chamber
of Commerce and the Victorville Rotary Club, and is
currently a member of various Chambers of Commerce
and Economic Development organizations in the
Southern CA region.
by Margaret R. Peterson. Ph.D.
Desert Valley Medical Group & Hospital
The legislative forefront is once again posing
items that generate excitement and challenge.
At the Federal level, Health Care Reform took
center stage leaving all of us wondering two
things: How much more taxes will we have to
pay and will my health care be better or worse?
The one thing that is clear is that it is a package
that will affect all aspects of the health care
industry and one that will evolve as we better
understand the intended outcomes.
At the State level, we are faced with the political
platform of a State that is financially strapped.
This environment of decreasing revenue and
increasing cost requires focus on issues that
will strengthen the economy through business
friendly legislation. One such legislation is
SBX6 6 - Tax Amnesty: Penalty which removes
an onerous tax burden on employers. Another
example is AB 1771 – Public Contracts: Prison
Industry Authority (PIA) which allows state
departments to award contracts less than
$25,000 to small businesses for goods or
services without seeking a PIA exemption.
On May 17 and 18, several of us from the High
Desert will be going to Sacramento for the
2010 Business Summit where we will have an
opportunity to discuss with our legislators
issues that are relevant to our business
community. If you have any suggestions or
would like to participate in this trip, please call
the Victorville Chamber office at (760) 245-6506.
Mike was born and raised in the San Bernardino area.
Mike, his wife Sharon and their three daughters have
lived in the Victor Valley since 1997.
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CHAMBER UPDATE
The Business of Learning:
The Chamber Goes to China
Victorville Cleans Up
with Disneyland
T
aking care of our City has never had such excellent
benefits! In addition to the sense of pride, the clean curbs
and the beautiful lots we usually get after the Victorville
Community Clean-up Day, this spring 1,000 people are also
celebrating a job well done at Disneyland thanks to the Give a
Day Get a Day program.
Thank you to our sponsors
City of Victorville Public Works Department,
Solid Waste Division
Alaska USA Federal Credit Union
Desert Valley Hospital
Shear Realty – Victorville
Century 21 Fairway Realty, Inc.
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Desert Community Bank
Patel & Co., Inc. CPA
ServPro of Victorville/Adelanto/Victor Valley
Southern California Edison
Victor Valley Federal Credit Union
Thanks also to these local restaurants who offered discounts
to all Clean-up participants on April 10th: Chili’s Grill & Bar,
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Farmer Boy’s, HomeTown Buffet, Kinari
Bistro, La Casita at the Lake, La Casita Mexican Restaurant and
Mimi’s Cafe.
T
he Victorville Chamber of Commerce announced it is
offering an all-inclusive trip to China and invites the
community to join them on this incredible adventure.
Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou and Suzhou are some of the
cities the Chamber guests will visit.
The nine-day, seven-night China trip runs from October 18
– 26, 2010 at a cost of $1,999 per person. It includes charter
bus to and from LAX, round-trip air to China, airport tax and
air transfers, 4 and 5 Star hotel accommodations, hotel taxes,
three meals daily, deluxe bus tours, English speaking tour
guides and admission tickets to tourist spots.
Michele Spears, president and CEO of the Victorville
Chamber of Commerce, will be traveling with this group.
“We are excited to be able to lead a group from the Victor
Valley to China to learn about the culture and way of life,”
Spears said. “China is emerging as a world leader and our
group will have a chance to see firsthand how business
operates and the opportunities that are available.”
In addition to sightseeing at such famed tourist destinations
as the Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City, the Temple of
Heaven and Lingyin Temple, participants will also visit the
Hangzhou Economic Development Zone and the Pudong
Economic Development Zone, which will give visitors a
chance to see Chinese business operations.
For more information about the Victorville Chamber
of Commerce’s China 2010 trip, contact Heather Ford at
[email protected] or call (760) 245-6506.
State of the Chamber Address
J
oin us as John Kelberlau, Chairman of the Board, recaps
the Chamber’s 2009-10 year. We’ll also welcome the new
members of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Board.
Thanks to our sponsors: Abengoa Solar, Inc., Southwest Gas
Corporation and Victor Valley Community Hospital.
Business Expo: July 14
T
he Chamber’s most notable business to business expo will
be held July 14th from 3:00 – 6:00 pm with booth sales
starting on May 1st. Check in with the chamber website
www.vvchamber.com to get your application! The Expo always
sells out fast, so be sure to reserve your space at this excellent
networking opportunity. There is no better way to showcase
your products and services to other chamber members. Contact
Lisa De La Cruz for more information at (760) 245-6506 or email
[email protected]
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The actual Health Fair was hosted inside Stirling
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production. The Double Centurion Producer award
is presented to associates that achieve $418,000 in
sales production or 120 closed transaction sides
within a year. “Jeffrey is a consummate professional
who continues to exceeds the expectations of our
clients in order to provide an unmatched level of
service and peace of mind during the real estate
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Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP),
an independent, recognized accreditation authority.
It earned this distinction after HFAP conducted
an extensive and objective review of the hospital’s
quality and safety standards. “We’re proud to
achieve this prestigious distinction,” said Catherine
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Community Hospital. “By awarding us accreditation,
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providing outstanding care to our patients and
our community. In fact, quality is consistently the
priority focus in our strategic plans and goals.”
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Brentwood is All Business
Leadership Victor Valley grad brings new program
to the Victor Elementary School District
A
s a Leadership Victor Valley
graduate, Minda Stackelhouse,
principal at Brentwood Elementary,
built strong business connections
and networking relationships.
In addition to her new contacts, Minda gained a
wealth of information about her
community, met with local and
regional leaders and learned
about what it takes to make a
strong and effective leader.
“Our mission is a strong quality of life and a big
part of that is a strong workforce,” said Michele
Spears, President/CEO of the Victorville Chamber
of Commerce. “It’s important that we start at the
elementary level and get our kids interested and
enthusiastic about our community.”
Utilizing that knowledge,
Stackelhouse and the Victor
Elementary School District (VESD)
are embarking on a new project,
making Brentwood elementary a
Leadership and Business school. VESD
Superintendent Dale Marsden, Ed.D. says,
“Brentwood Elementary is working hard
to meet the board’s goal to develop a plan
that calls for all VESD schools to be schools
of choice. The Brentwood team took on the
challenge of developing as a school of choice
focused on Leadership.”
One thing the school is interested in doing is mirroring
chamber events, including the State of the City Address
and Leadership Victor Valley. Their Jr. Leadership
program would be “a sneak attack of learning,” says
Stackelhouse. “It won’t be a boring class, but an
empowering experience teaching goal setting.” The
school plans to make the students an integral piece of
how the school is run, with a voice and a presence in
the school. When the school opens in September, it will
be open to all students of the High Desert, regardless of
what city they live in.
At the center of that plan is a book called “The
Leader in Me” by Stephen Covey. The book looks
at schools and how they can effectively teach
students his seven habits of highly effective
people and preparing students for the challenges
of the 21st century. “We want our students to
learn these habits and to start taking initiative in their
education and in their lives, “said Stackelhouse.
Part of that leadership and business training will include
a Jr. Chamber and Jr. Rotary program at the school.
Students will host their own events, find business
speakers, get involved in community programs and
attend outside events with the goal of coming back with
ideas about how to implement those events at the school
level. This includes partnerships with the Victorville
Chamber of Commerce.
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“One important thing we are doing is changing the way
schools work with business,” says Stackelhouse. “We
aren’t going to them asking for money, we are asking for
involvement, mentors, relationships. These students are
the future employees of our businesses, we need to be in
an open dialogue to mold these students into what we
need for the future.”
“It is an exciting accomplishment for the Brentwood
team and the students and families they serve to partner
with business to create a school that is responsive to this
community’s desire to ensure a solid educational system
that fully prepares students for their future work as
leaders,” says Marsden.
Stackelhouse for one is eager to see how the new school
will evolve. “I am very excited about being on the cusp of
offering something different and new to the students in
our area.”
Students from Brentwood
Elementary point to the
“wall of success” which
displays pennants from
the colleges, universities,
and tech schools they
have written to in order to
start planning their future.
Silverado: Early College Campus
Silverado Early College Campus (ECC) is a small school, grades
9-12, within Silverado high school. ECC students are able to earn
a high school diploma and college credit at the same time, which
can be counted towards completion of a certificate program, an
Associate’s Degree, or up to two years of transferable credit towards
a Bachelor’s Degree.
ECC will offer a student-centered culture in which students have a
voice and play a role in deciding what path they will take in their
college studies and/or career readiness path. It will be a supportive
environment that encourages underrepresented groups and firstgeneration students to attend and succeed in college and be successful
in a career by presenting a rigorous program that specializes in
preparing students for college and the world of work through
innovative teaching and learning strategies.
Students will also have the chance to pursue a career-related internship
through a partnership of high school, college, local businesses and San
Bernardino County Office
of Education Regional
Occupation Program.
ECC is made possible
through a partnership
with Barstow Community
College and Victor Valley
Community
College.
Barstow is offering up
to 10 ½ credits free each
semester, and VVC is
offering up to 11 units per
semester at $1 per unit.
Anyone interested should
call the Victor Valley
Union
High
School
District Counseling Office
at: 760-955-3353 ext. 2500.
Principal Art Sanchez states that
Silverado High School Early College
Campus is a “state of the art” high
school with a strong community
college partnership where students
can earn a high school diploma and
college units concurrently. We are
partnered with Barstow Community
College and Victor Valley College to
offer a unique academic and social
experience for our students.
Brentwood students gather around the circle
which displays the principles needed to
center your life, such as honesty, caring,
loyalty, patience and hard work.
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Restaurants-Also See Fast Food
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Real Estate Home Inspection
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aroline G. Keyser is a freelance writer and Web
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public relations materials. With a background in
print journalism, Caroline provides content for blogs and
Web sites, and writes copy for newsletters, press releases,
brochures and marketing materials. She’s published
dozens of articles in newspapers across the county, and
also translates French documents into English. Caroline
helps her clients translate words into results. Visit
Caroline at www.carolinekeyser.com, or call 760-298-3088.
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metropolitan area has a business journal, and
now that includes the High Desert. The High
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Paisley Taylor. They produce six issues per year, and
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officials, investors, commercial property owners, schools
and organizations. Find more information online at www.
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ANNIVERSARIES
30+
years
Jean De Blasis
5-9
years
Axiom Media
Marimac Development
Chili’s Grill & Bar
Dalton Design
Goodwill Southern California
Heritage Victor Valley Medical Group
Hesperia Physical Therapy & Aquatics
J.A. Mobile Locksmith
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
Omaha Woodmen
Sherwin Williams Co.
Springhill Suites by Marriott
Victor Valley Association of Realtors
20-29
years
Jerry Klein Insurance / State Farm
Law Office of Anne Lewis
St. Mary Medical Center
15-19
years
Hi-Desert Transfer & Storage, Inc.
HomeTown Buffet
Huck Finn Jubilee
In-N-Out Burgers #29
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Messner & Hadley, LLP
Tanger Outlet Center
The Bradco Companies
Victor Bowl
Wal-Mart Store #01-1588
1-4
years
4Clefs Transcription Services
Choice Lending Corp.
Edward Jones
H.D. Living Magazine
Hawthorn Suites
Kinari
Kiwanis Club of Victorville
myMEdiaCharge Web Design
Nancy S. Ash
Pacific Aerospace Resources & Technologies, LLC.
Riverton of the High Desert
San Manuel Band of Mission Indians
StorAmerica Self Storage
Sunset Hills Children’s Foundation
Victorville Speedwash Inc.
10-14
years
American Medical Response
Anupama Sharma, M.D., Inc.
Apple Valley Transfer & Storage, Inc.
El Dorado Broadcasters
Green, de Bortnowsky & Quintanilla, LLP
Happy Trails Children’s Foundation
Innovative Business Partnerships, Inc.
Omega Design Group
Protech Minerals
San Bernardino County Assessor’s Office
San Bernardino County Regional Parks
The HR Edge
VCSS Desert Mountain
In Memoriam
Bill Porter
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With deep regret we report the deaths of William “Bill” Porter
and Lee Tucker. Bill was a lifetime supporter of the Chamber
and served as President of the Chamber from 1967-68.
Lee was “Mr. Red Cross” and brought so much to our community.
You will both be greatly missed.
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FOCUS ON LEADERS
Leadership Victor Valley Students 2010
Sponsored by Choice Medical Group
Amanda Vaage
Victorville Chamber
of Commerce
Anita Campbell
Victor Elementary
School District
Annie MacKay
Victorville Chamber
of Commerce
Cynthia Larez
Hilton Garden Inn
Connie Robles
The Law Offices of
Caldwell, Kennedy & Porter
Diana Holmes
American Red Cross
High Desert Chapter
Dina Ramsey
Victor Elementary
School District
Don Lester
Victor Elementary
School District
Elizabeth Brown
Lee & Associates
Victorville
James Langley
Lee & Associates
Victorville
Jana Bullock
Desert Valley
Medical Group
Jill Hetzel
Victor Elementary
School District
Kaye Walraven
Abegnoa Solar
Kelley Dondelinger
Lee & Associates
Victorville
Kenisha Williams
Victor Elementary
School District
Kurt Edwards
Southwest
Gas Corp.
Lisa Dunham
Shear Realty
Victorville
Lisa De La Cruz
Victorville Chamber
of Commerce
Marci Aguayo
Alaska USA Federal
Credit Union
Nicole Alonzo
Choice
Medical Group
Patricia Gonzales
Daily Press
Ralph Martinez
T
he Victorville Chamber Board of Directors would
like to welcome our six incoming Board members.
Each term is three years and starts July 1, 2010.
Dr. Pat Caldwell is an organizational development
consultant with 23 years experience assisting community
colleges, nonprofits and business. She has been
recognized by both the Business and Professional
Women’s Club and Soroptimist as their Distinguished
Woman of the Year.
Susan Brodeur
PrintDirect, Div. of
the Daily Press
Marie Langley
St. Mary
Medical Center
Vici Nagel
High Desert
Resource Network
Nancee Fine
Victor Elementary
Teacher’s Association
Vito Bello
The Mall of
Victor Valley
“I am committed to supporting the business
community in any way I can, especially in this
economy. Also, I’ve made a lot of good friends
through my association with the Chamber---a
great benefit that comes from our networking
opportunities.”
see Leaders page 15
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CALENDAR
Meetings are held at the Victorville Chamber of
Commerce, 14174 Green Tree Blvd., unless otherwise
noted. For more information, call (760) 245-6506, or
check our website: www.vvchamber.com
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Victorville Courthouse
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and Installation Breakfast
Victorville Conference Center
12603 Mariposa Rd.
7:30 am
Legislative Action Cmte. Mtg.
8:00 am
Leadership Victor Valley
Law Enforcement & Criminal Justice
Federal Correctional Complex
13777 Air Expressway Blvd.
7:45 am - RSVP Req.
New Member Reception
Comfort Suites
12281 Mariposa Rd.
8:30 am
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Noon
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7:00 am
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12281 Mariposa Rd.
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Victorville Conference Center
12603 Mariposa Rd.
7:30 am
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8:00 am
10
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10:00 am
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Johnny Rebs’ Southern Roadhouse
Noon 13
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Water & Infrastructure
Mojave Water Agency
22450 Headquarters Dr.
Apple Valley
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17-18 California Business Summit
Sacramento
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Board of Directors Mtg.
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3:00 pm
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Ribbon Cutting, Senior Wellness Ctr.
19181 Town Center Dr., Apple Valley
11:30 am
Mixer - Lee & Associates
14369 Park Ave., Ste. 200
5:00 pm
Alaska USA Federal Credit Union
American Medical Response
Century 21 Fairway Realty, Inc.
Desert Community Bank
HD Living Magazine
ICR Staffing Services/DegreedJobs.com
Inland Energy
JSC Companies
Lee & Associates - Victorville
Mitsubishi Cement Corporation
Mojave Copy & Printing, Inc.
Shear Realty - Victorville
The Mall of Victor Valley
TXI Riverside Cement
Valley Hi Toyota Scion
Victorville Disposal/Burrtec Waste
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Chris Espinoza has been the Managing Partner of the
Outback Steakhouse since October of 2001. Over the years
he has helped many local businesses and organizations
with fundraising events. It is his hope to give back to his
community and continue to make Victorville a great place to
work and raise a family.
Liz Hewson is currently the Property Manager
for The Mall of Victor Valley. She has worked
throughout Southern California including
Westside Pavilion, The Oaks, Pacific View
and La Cumbre Plaza. She is a graduate of
the University of San Diego with a Bachelor
of Business Administration and a Bachelor of
Arts in Spanish.
“The Victorville Chamber of Commerce is an essential tool for
businesses and business leaders within our community. My
involvement is paramount to The Mall of Victor Valley’s success
within the High Desert.”
Dale Marsden, Ed.D. has served the
Victor Elementary School District for over
17 years as teacher, principal, district
level administration, and currently as
superintendent. Dale is an advocate for
student success in public education and
recognizes the critical role of community and
business partnerships to ensure a strong future workforce.
“Leadership is what makes the difference in any organization; this
Chamber continues to provide its very best to ensure success for
those engaged as members.”
Josie Martinez has been a Realtor for Century 21 Fairway
in Victorville for nine years. Josie has been recognized
by Century 21 Corporate for achieving Master Ruby,
Emerald and Centurion sales levels. She also has over 16
years experience in customer service and
management. She is also a 2005 graduate of
the Leadership Victor Valley program.
“Being involved lets me give back to my
community and a chance to work and meet
a lot of great people!”
Vici Nagel is President/CEO of High Desert
Resource Network, a nonprofit organization dedicated
to strengthening the local social service sector. During
her career Vici has worked for a variety of nonprofits; has
owned and operated a successful trucking business with
her husband and received “Certified Fund
Raising Executive” credential.
“I’ve been a member of the Chamber
for seven years and am honored to join
the board of such a well-respected and
impactful community organization.”
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