Newsletter - Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce

March 2014
Newsletter
Platinum Level
Guide for Small Businesses to Protect Against
Cyber Attacks, Data Breaches
CalChamber's Employment Law Updates
February 27, 2014
Gold Level
California’s Attorney General, Kamala D. Harris, released a report outlining recommendations for California businesses to help protect against and respond to
the increasing threat of malware, data breaches and other cyber risks.
“Prevention is the best medicine. Not only does the guide provide useful information to reduce the threat of cybercrime, it highlights the need to be proactive
in preventing data breaches. This is good for California businesses and consumers,” said Allan Zaremberg, president and CEO of the California Chamber of
Commerce.
Silver Level
Bronze Level
Greater Tehachapi
Chamber Of Commerce
209 E Tehachapi Blvd
P.O. Box 401
Tehachapi, CA 93581
661 822-4180
Fax 661 822-9036
www.tehachapi.com
The guide, Cybersecurity in the Golden State, is the product of a collaborative
effort between the California Attorney General’s office, CalChamber and Lookout, a mobile security company. The guide outlines these key recommendations
for small business owners:
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Assuming you’re a target and developing an incident response plan now;
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Reviewing data your business stores and shares with third parties including
backup storage and cloud computing. Once you know what data you have
and where it is, get rid of what isn’t necessary;
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Encrypting the data you need to keep. Strong encryption technology is now
commonly available for free, and it is easy to use;
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Following safe online practices such as regularly updating firewall and antivirus software on all devices, using strong passwords, avoiding downloading
software from unknown sources and practicing safe online banking by only
using a secure browser connection.
“I recognize that for many of us, computer technology and cybersecurity are
complicated. But there are specific and straightforward steps that all small businesses can and should take to reduce their risk, as well as effective measures
businesses can take to respond to cyberincidents should they take place,” said
Attorney General Harris.
Your Chamber Working For You
We'd like to share some ways we have promoted your business last month…
Phone
Calls
Office
Visitors
225
182
Referrals Directories
989
125
Information
Maps
Packets
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March Chamber Network Luncheon
City of Tehachapi
Please join the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce
at our March Chamber Network Luncheon, Tuesday,
March 18, 2014, 12:00 p.m. at Pacino’s Spaghetti Factory,
1100 Tehachapi Blvd, #A. Our guest speaker will be Greg
Garrett, Tehachapi City Manager. Mr. Garrett will provide
an update on the City of Tehachapi.
The cost is $15 for Chamber Members, $20 for
Non-Chamber members, which includes lunch.
Reservations are required. Please make your
reservation by calling the Chamber at 661-822-4180.
Reservation deadline is Friday, March 14, 2014.
This space could be yours! Call
the Chamber for information on
putting your business card and
web link ad here!
WHY ALERT DISASTER RESTORATION?
Whether your insured's property is a single home or a commercial
building, with one call, you can ensure integrity, quality of work
and great customer service for each claim.
CLIENT SATISFACTION IS #1
Alert believes that we are only as good as our last project. We
work for you! You have a choice to use any company for your
claim. Agents and adjusters can refer clients with confidence.
They know that Alert's standard is to create satisfied customers.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO CLAIMS
Your claim is our priority. Alert quickly responds to disasters in
order to limit damages.
WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION
Alert is always prepared to respond to your water damage emergency and to quickly restore your home or business to its pre
water loss condition. Alerts team is trained and certified to handle
everything from flooding to sewage cleanup. Our emergency
services team understands the importance of acting fast to water
damage and flood to eliminate any future mold growth.
ALERT MOLD SOLUTION
Mold Inspection - Identifying the mold types and quantity of mold
spores is done by certified inspectors and then analyzed in the
lab. A variety of inspection options are available.
Mold Remediation & Restoration - The contaminated area is
first contained to prevent the spread of mold spores to "clean
zones" and the mold is removed according to IICRC and AIQ
standards. Then air filtration devices are used to eliminate airborne spores and ALERT reconstructs if needed.
Re-Inspection of Mold Removal - Following the restoration
process. ALERT verifies a job well done through third party reinspection
FIRE, SMOKE, & SOOT RESTORATION
After fire, smoke or soot damage has occurred, finding a qualified restoration contractor is key in expediting the process and
ensuring correct action is taken. Incorrect actions can jeopardize
the possibilities of restoring both structure and contents to their
original state.
PROPERTY MANAGERS AND OWNERS
At Alert, we recognize that, as property managers and owners, your needs are unique. You can choose Alert for all-in-one
property solutions for emergency services, restoration, and the
remodeling needs of your properties. We are quick and efficient to
minimize disruption to your tenants and business. Our knowledge
of the insurance process allows us to responsibly expedite the
claims.
ALL-IN-ONE SERVICE
Alert simplifies the restoration process for its clients, by managing
all phases of the project.
• RESTORATION/MITIGATION SERVICES
• Emergency Services
• Water cleanup
• Dehumidification
• Structural Drying
• Mold Remediation
• Smoke Containment and Cleanup
• Odor Removal
• Pack Outs
• Contents Cleaning and Restoration
• Contents Inventory
• Storage
• Debris Removal
WE PROMISE:
• 30 minute contact
• 2 hour onsite response
• Feedback within 24 hours
• Thorough documentation
• Empathy and concern for your emergency!
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34 Years
March Membership Anniversaries
Southern California Gas Co
9 Years
Century Glass
High Desert Wireless
Klein, DeNatale, Goldner
Tehachapi Pet Lodge & Outfitters
Asian Health Project & SB First Cook
Don Juan's
26 Years
24 Years
8 Years
22 Years
7 Years
Oaktree Medical Group
21 Years
Sierra Family Care
Tehachapi Hospital
20 Years
Aspen Builders, Inc.
National Chavez Center
6 Years
The Heat Source
Kern Economic Development Corp
Tehachapi Cleaning ProZ
Triassic Legacy Vineyards
2014
Board of Directors
C hairperson
Tammy Wallace
Country Real Estate
C hair Elect
Marty Pay
Farmers Insurance
Treasurer
Kathy Carey
BVS Properties
Past C hairperson
GE Renewables
Henry's Cafe
Village Grill
5 Years
Claudia White
The Loop Newspaper
BS&E
4 Years
• Directors •
19 Years
17 Years
Tacos Samich
14 Years
Catholic Daughters Ct St Malacy #2360
13 Years
Access Real Estate/Paul & Mary Ann Durnell
Haddad Dodge
The Loop Newspaper
Las Palmas Mexican Restaurant
Mountain Music/Fiddlers Crossing
11 Years
Shofner Automotive
Tehachapi Valley Recreation & Parks District
10 Years
Canine Creek Pet Wash & Boutique
CST-The Composites Store
Wood Family Funeral Service
Pacino's Pizzeria - Pastaria
Adorable Alpacas
Big 5 Sporting Goods
Jennifer's Terrace
Moses/Master Carpet
Principal Financial Group/Charlote McKelvey
The Dressing Room
3 Years
Alliance Brokers & Consultants
Expert Estate Sales by L.A. Kroese
2 Years
California Total Insurance Services
Country Oak Bed & Biscuit Inn
Mountain Vista Sierra Care, LLC
Tehachapi Curves for Women
1 Year
The Law Offices of Young Woldridge
Waves of Tech
Lorraine Berry
Individual
Phillip Darling
Law Office of Phillip H. Darling
Carl Gehricke
TBB
James Wallace
Weddings by Reverend Jim
Carolyn Wiles
Terra-Gen Power, LLC
Ida Perkins
President
Kathleen Selleck
Receptionist
Congressman McCarthy, Senator Fuller, and
Assemblywoman Grove Mobile Office Hours at the Chamber
Government Representatives will hold office hours at the Chamber office on
Tuesday, March 18, 2014 from 10 to 11 AM.
For appointments, contact the following representatives:
Congressman McCarthy, Representative Vince Fong, 661-327-3611
Senator Fuller, Representative Romeo Agbalog, 661-323-0443
Assemblywoman Grove, Representative Javier Reyes, 661-395-2995
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Welcome Our Newest
Members
California City Automotive
Heather Cleveland
610 Bailey Ct
Tehachapi, CA 93561
661-823-0112
Lorie "The Red Head"
Lorie Weinroth
27200 Cumberland Rd
Tehachapi, CA 93561
661-221-2581
Rose Garden Estate
Lorie Weinroth
24492 Bear Valley Rd
Tehachapi, CA 93561
661-477-6140
tehachapi.com working
for our members
We'd like to share with you a summary
of our website business directory
activity last month
490
Main Directory Search Page Visits
Alphabetical Listing Search
Categorical Listing Search
Search For
New Member Listing
Referred to Member Website
Emails Sent to Members
Member Map Views
Calls Placed to Members
142
2,869
51
20
2,335
12
1,455
1,888
SAVE THE DATES!
"Business After Hours "
Chamber Mixer Schecule
HOSTED BY
The Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with
Coggno.com, is happy to announce a new service. We are now offering
a selection of online training courses for purchase directly from the
Chamber website. We’ve hand-picked courses that we feel are relevant
to our businesses and their employees, covering topics in Human Resources, Compliance, Business Management and much more.
March 12th
Expert Estate Sales
April 9th
Fiddler's Crossing
May 14th
Mill Street Kitchen
June 11th
The Woods
All courses will be available on-demand, 24/7, and administered through
an employee’s workstation. When purchasing the courses through our
site, you will also receive a free Learning Management System, or LMS.
This tool makes it simple to distribute, monitor, and report on all your
employees’ training. The training courses are specifically designed to
address many of the issues around risk and liability faced by businesses
today, as well as develop the skills of your employees.
imortgage
Visit the Chamber Section of our website www.tehachapi.com and click
Online Training for a list of available courses.
September 10th
Jennifer's Terrace
October 8th
Postal ASAP
Looking for a specific course not listed, give us a call as courses can be
added to fit your needs.
November 12th
Available
July 9th
If you are interested in hosting a mixer contact the
Chamber at 661-822-4180.
209 E. Tehachapi Blvd
Tehachapi, CA 93561
661-822-4180 Fax 661-822-9036
www.tehachapi.com
email: [email protected]
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24 Renewing Members Strengthen Chamber and Business Community
The following members renewed their commitment to the Chamber from
January 31, 2014 through February 28, 2014
Please thank them for their support and patronize their businesses whenever possible!
Member Since
Alliance Brokers & Consultants
2011
Allstate Insurance Tehachapi/Zac Cullen
2009
Applegate Garden Florist
1995
Chemtool, Inc.
1999
CST-The Composites Store
2004
Dressing Room, The
2010
4 Seasons Realty
1993
Member Since
Farmers Insurance/Marty Pay
2009
Glenwood Gardens
2013
H & R Block
2007
LRS Realty & Management Inc
2009
Mountain Music/Fiddlers Crossing
2001
Petra Mediterranean Deli & Restaurant
2008
Principal Financial Group
2010
Member Since
Sears Roebuck & Company
1996
Southern California Edison
1988
Tehacha-Bee Farm
2012
Tehachapi Curves for Women
2012
KTehachapi Flower Shop/Yogurt Junction
1988
Tehachapi News
1979
Think Travel
2004
Chamber Ribbon Cuttings
Chamber Director Claudia White, President Ida Perkins
and Ambassador Kathleen Kline and Tinal Larson joined Susan
Graham, Timaree Torres and Dian Schneider with H.E.A.R.T.S.
Connection for the Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting of their new
facility on Monday, February 10, 2014.
H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection of Tehachapi is located at 21600
Golden Star Blvd, #1, Tehachapi, CA. For more information call
661-328-9055 ext 777. Congratulations!!!!!
Chamber Director Carl Gehricke, Jim
Wallace, Tammy Wallace and Claudia White;
Chamber President Ida Perkins and Chamber
Ambassadors Kathleen Kline and Tina Larson
joined Jori Haubruge and Erin Sanchez for the
Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting of The Garage
on Wednesday, February 19, 2014.
The Garage is located at 431 N Green
St, Tehachapi, CA. For more information call
661-823-1833. Congratulations!!!!!
Chamber Directors Jim Wallace, Tammy
Wallace and Claudia White; Chamber
President Ida Perkins and Chamber
Ambassadors Kathleen Kline and Tina
Larson joined Lydia Chaney and Audrey Post
new owners of Dave's Auto Repair along
with Lucky the shop dog at their the Grand
Opening/Ribbon Cutting on Wednesday,
February 26, 2014.
Dave's Auto Repair is located at 20824
South Street, Tehachapi, CA. For more
information call 661-822-6847.
Congratulations!!!!!
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On Saturday, February 15, 2014 the Chamber participated in the
Valentine's Wine & Chocolate Tasting as a tasting host.
Such a great time was had by all we thought we would share some
of our photos from the evening.
Thank you to the National Chavez
Center for partnering with us and
providing the appetizers.
A BIG Thank You to Tina Larson, Larry Barrett, Kathleen Kline and
David Fuller for volunteering to pour and greet guests.
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Chamber Services
For Members Only
Mailing Labels
$35.00
Electronic (Excel)
Mailing List
$50.00
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Make sure your business is in compliance.
Even if you have only one employee,
you can be fined $17,000 for not posting
required notices. Our poster includes all
16 notices in one convenient poster.
Employment Posters 2014
Members:
Non-Members
$49.00
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Order yours today!
Directory of Members
Available to all at No Charge
Website Advertising - Members Only
Contact Chamber Office for pricing
and options
Free to Members Only
Display of Cards & Brochures in the
Chamber Office
Referrals From:
Phone Calls Walk-In's Internet
First Hotspot in Newsletter (first 90
days of membership)
The 2014 California and Federal Employment Poster will soon be
available at the Greater Chamber of Commerce. The price is $49.00
for members and $60.00 for non-members, which includes Poster
Protect.
Contact the Chamber to reserve your 2014 Employment Poster.
Available in English and Spanish
Advertising - Members Only
Newsletter Hotspot
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per month
per year
Relocation Packet
Insert/per year
$ 35.00
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Calendar of Events March 2014
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For detailed information on events, visit our Community Calendar at www.tehachapi.com
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City Council Mtg 6 PM
Claude L Wells
Education Center
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Board of Directors Mtg
Chamber Office 5:30 PM
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Daylight Savings
Time Begins
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City Council Mtg 6 PM
Claude L Wells
Education Center
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GTEDC Mtg
7:30 AM Apple Shed
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Chamber Mixer hosted by
Expert Estate Sales
5-7 PM
151 N Mill St, Ste A
661-823-1635
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First Friday Art
Reception 5-8 PM
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Government Reps
See page 3 for appt info
CHAMBER LUNCHEON
Pacino's 12:00 PM
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