Business Outlook - Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce
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Business Outlook - Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce
k o o l t u O s s e Busin 170 0 Ad 62 ams A sa CA 92 venue, Suit e 101, Costa Me ) 885 6 (714 Fax (7 -9090 14) 885-9 094 www.costamesacham ber.c om -XQH9ROXPH1XPEHU THEODORE ROBINS FORD CELEBRATES 90TH ANNIVERSARY This June, Theodore Robins Ford celebrates their 90 year anniversary. To celebrate this milestone, the dealership will be holding events throughout the entire month for everyone in the community, including a “kick off” party on Saturday, June 11, 2011. There will be food, music, giveaways and $90 cars for sale! The Theodore Robins legacy all started back in 1921 when Theodore Robins Sr. opened his Bay Avenue service garage on the Balboa peninsula for a mere $15 per month. He made sure “to offer good service and treat his employees well,” Theodore “Bob” Robins Jr., the founder’s son, said about his father. “Maybe it was not as structured as things are today. But that was basically the principles he followed for all those many years and that are still practiced today.” In early February 1923, two men walked into the repair shop with an offer to purchase it, saying a Ford dealership had opened up. On February 7, Robins Sr. hopped into a Model T and headed up to Los Angeles, where he promptly signed an exclusive deal with Ford. It was a golden opportunity that Robins Sr. knew he couldn’t pass up. Theodore Robins Ford sold their first Ford for $637.10. Several years later, Robins Jr. began working in his father’s dealership, ferrying parts to garages all over town. He even secured a driver’s license at 14 years old so he could get behind the wheel of the parts delivery truck. In his current office, which he took over from his father, he still keeps the original 1923 Ford Franchise Agreement framed on the wall. Next to it hangs Theodore Robins’ first car sale on February 14, 1923 -- a week after he’d opened the Ford franchise. Through the years, the dealership has expanded several times. In 1928, Robins Sr. moved the dealership to a building at 22nd Street and Central Avenue, which is now Balboa Boulevard. The dealership was across the street from a Bank of America, which has since been replaced by the Crab Cooker restaurant. In 1955, Robins moved the dealership again, this time to Pacific Coast Highway. In 1966, Robins was ready to expand again; he pulled up stakes and headed to his current location, at Harbor Boulevard and Bay Street. “He’s an institution here in town,” said Ed Fawcett, president of the Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce. “They’ve been an anchor over there forever.” Robins Jr. is still selling cars and trucks at his Costa Mesa dealership. They are one of the oldest family owned and operated Ford dealerships in America. “We’ve been selling them almost as long as they’ve been building them,” Robins said from the office of a dealership now essentially run by sons Jim and Dave. Theodore Robins Ford has been family owned and operated for four generations with three of Robins’ grand-children now employed at the dealership. Throughout the years, the Robins family has been active in the community. For many years, the Robins family generously supported the Fish Fry. In the late 1970s, the Newport-Mesa Unified School District named their auditorium Robins Hall. Congratulations to Theodore Robins Ford on 90 successful years of service! Welc ome Cos to ta M esa The 2011-12 city map is available at the chamber office stop by to pick up your complimentary copy. M-Th 10-4pm Do you Tweet? We do! Follow us at CM_Chamber! We’ll be happy to Tweet and Re-Tweet about you. Just send us your event, promotion or news item - preferably with a link to obtain more information about the special or event… [email protected] Friend us on FACEBOOK for photos and updates on the Chamber and it’s members! The Costa Mesa Chamber is proud to recognize the following Founding Members of the President’s Circle whose investment and steadfast support has been an integral part in the success of the Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Standing Ovation Level Orange County Market Place South Coast Plaza 2011 Board of Directors EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Larry Weichman, Weichman Associates - Realtors Encore Level AT&T Vanguard University Tim Wigmore, Wigmore Insurance Applause Level Daily Pilot VICE PRESIDENTS Patty Mason, Mason Insurance Ed Fawcett, President/CEO Act One Level Costa Mesa Conference & Visitors Bureau South Coast Metro Alliance Southern California Gas Company Wigmore Insurance The Lab Holdings Jeff Teller, Orange County Market Place Diane Pritchett, South Coast Metro Alliance DIRECTORS Lisa Banning, Financial Management Network Friend Level George Coté, Law Office of George Coté Mesa Consolidated Water District Tom Sutro George Coté ((((( For additional information on the President’s Circle of Investors please contact Ed Fawcett at the Chamber at (714) 885-9090. Jennifer Farrell, Rutan & Tucker Lana Johnson, Newport Independent Jeff Morin, AT&T California Rick Olsson, Atlas Copco Mafi - Trench Co. LLC, J.C. Carter Gail Ossipoff, South Coast Plaza Shaheen Sadeghi, The Lab/The Camp Tom Sutro, Altera Real Estate Terry Walker, T&S Holdings Paul Wilkinson, Linscott, Law & Greenspan - Engineers STAFF Gil Acosta, Membership Sales Tom Brennan, Director of Membership Sandy Roy, Information Specialist/Receptionist Ed Fawcett, President/CEO Rose Quinn, Director of Operations AMBASSADOR COMMITTEE 2011 Rose Quinn, Staff Advisor BUSINESSOUTLOOK Art Alderete, Weichman Associates Eric Anderson, A Second Look Dean Anderson, GrowthSprout Greg Braun, OneWest Bank Janie Harris, Harbor Mesa Lions Jane Jensen, Move Masters Mitch Kaucher, AFLAC Chris Ochoa, Connell Chevrolet Ryan O’Donnell, Universal Waste Andrew Vanos, Hightech Lending Insurance Solutions PAGE 2 www.costamesachamber.com BUSINESS OUTLOOK - JUNE 2011 JUNE 2011 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Welcome New Members! Thank you for your support and confidence! Not to be missed… Costa Mesa Optometry Body by Vi Challenge Lions Club Fish Fry and Old Fashioned Carnival!!! Dr. Neda Khadem Julie Thomas 1545 Nutmeg Place 1555 Mesa Verde Drive East June 4 & 5, Saturday & Sunday at Lions Park Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (18th & Park just off Newport Blvd.) 714/435-1150 949/233-7297 Networkers Leads Group www.costamesaoptometry.com www.liveworegrets.bodybyvi.com 1st & 3rd Wednesdays Costa Mesa Country Club [email protected] lifehealthandprosperity@gmail. 11:45 – 1:00 pm com 1701 Golf Course Drive, Costa Mesa Microsoft Store at South Coast First time visitors RSVP to Tom Brennan, 714/885-9093 Plaza Orange Coast Computers & Jovan Robins 3333 Bristol Street, #1249 Costa Mesa, CA 92626 714/338-2130 [email protected] www.microsoft.com Vanguard University Kelly Kannwischer 55 Fair Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626 714/556-3610 www.vanguard.edu [email protected] Recycling Jeff Waymire 10561 Ellis Avenue Fountain Valley, CA 92708 714/9624884 www.occnr.com [email protected] Rely Local Costa Mesa 310 Fernando Street, #102 Newport Beach, CA 92661 949/891-0118 www.relylocal.com [email protected] Renewing Members Wednesday June 1 8:00 – 9:00 am Thursday June 9 Tuesday June 14 12:00 - 1:00 pm Ambassadors Committee Costa Mesa Chamber office Tuesday June 14 5:00 - 6:00 pm Executive Committee Thursday June 16 90-Minute Breakfast Boost Costa Mesa Country Club 1701 Golf Course Drive, Costa Mesa Thursday June 30 5:00 – 7:00 pm Old World Multi Chamber Expo Old World Village Huntington Beach 7561 Center Avenue #49 Tables available - [email protected] Thank you for your continued support and confidence! 53 years!!!!!! Wigmore Insurance 52 years!!!! Southern California Edison 45 years!!! Bethel Towers of Costa Mesa 34 years!!! Harbor Towing 25+ years!!! Wyndham Hotel Offices of South Coast Plaza French’s Cupcake Bakery 15+ years!!!! Connell Chevrolet Harbor Townhouse Apartments Souplantation Alysia Borgman, DDS 5+ years!!! Mason Insurance Agency California Yellow Cab Onotria Wine Country Cuisine Servpro Costa Mesa 2+ years!!! Old World German Restaurant Shorepoint Insurance Services All Green Electronics Recyling Flowers & Tuxedos Galore Legislative Committee Costa Mesa Chamber office Board of Directors’ Lunch For workshop details visit www.score114.org or phone (714) 550-7369 FACE-TO-FACE COUNSELING SCORE Orange County offers entrepreneurs, who are either launching a start-up or growing an existing business, no-charge face-to-face counseling by men and women who have had successful careers as executives or business owners. Your counselors meet with you personally, confidentially and as frequently as necessary to define and analyze your opportunities; then help you find the solutions. These sessions will typically be scheduled for an hour at one of our sixteen locations in the Orange County area. Please call our main office at (714) 550-7369 to arrange your counseling session or visit our local chapter website at www.score114.org to learn more about how we can assist you. 20+ years!!! Kidman, Behrens & Tague Residence Inn by Marriott Johnson, Hart & Dyson Girls Inc. Ramada Inn BUSINESS OUTLOOK - JUNE 2011 www.costamesachamber.com PAGE 3 RIBBON CUTTINGS Cristina Sandoval and John DiFerdinando happily cut the ribbon at their store’s recent Chamber ribbon cutting. They were flanked on left by Chamber Ambassadors Dean Anderson, GrowthSpurt; Ryan O’Donnell, Universal Waste; Janie Harris, Newport Mesa Lions; and on right by Jane Jensen, Move Masters and Dennis Gutierrez, NuVisions Federal Credit Union. Front row: Margie Do, Happy Photo; Eric Anderson, A Second Look; Steve Mensinger; city councilperson, Janie Harris, Newport Mesa Lions; Union Bank’s Kristina Henderson-and Irma Castaneda, branch manager (holding scissors); Arlene Schafer, past mayor; Wendy Leece, city council person; Jane Jensen, Move Masters; Art Alderete, Weichman Realty. John and Cristina treated us to their “excruciatingly” fresh and delicious burgers and fries. They even treated us to some champagne from the ceremonial cork popping! Make it a point to visit them soon – you too will be hooked. If you need further enticement, Nordstrom Rack and Edwards Theater are in close proximity. Fun fact: John told us that his uncle who started the franchise originally sold only fries and cokes in a mall! His fries were such a hit that they built an entire menu around them! BOARDWALK FRESH BURGERS & FRIES, 901 South Coast Drive, 170C, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, (714) 557-5501 (Metro Pointe Center) Union Bank’s management team and branch staff joined City officials, Chamber staff/Ambassadors; to celebrate the grand opening of their new Costa Mesa branch at 1545 Adams Avenue, #200, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (714) 436-3050 - www.unionbank.com. A community reception was held featuring food from fellow Chamber members: Newport Rib Co, Nothing Bundt Cakes and Edible Arrangements, plus raffle prizes. Estancia high school even sent over a team of students to help out with check-in. The well-attended reception featured presentations to the bank by local elected representatives and Union Bank awarded a donation to the Costa Mesa Kiwanis Club. Les Miller 32nd Annual Student Awards Breakfast 32 years ago, Hank Panian (center) retired OCC professor, historian and published author along with then OCC President Bob Moore and community activist “Shorty” Schafer established the scholarship program and named it in honor of Costa Mesa High School principal and “educator extraordinaire” Les Miller. The Les Miller Student Awards program was established to honor high achieving students from Costa Mesa’s high schools and colleges. Now get this: Hank Panian has been attended and helped present the awards at EVERY SINGLE one of the breakfasts! Also shown here (at right) Chamber Board Chair, Larry Weichman presenting one of the students with her award. PAGE 4 Worth noting, while there were many inspiring stories and presentations at the awards breakfast this one stood out … Back Bay Alternative Education High School’s Counselor Annie Younglove proudly presented awards to students Ryan Jenkins and Catherine Ferrara (right) w/mother at the breakfast. Back Bay High School is special in many ways; one of them is for helping transform at risk students into successful college bound graduates! The entire audience was near tears when Ms. Younglove related how these two students had overcame their circumstances while attending Back Bay High School. Ryan Jenkins was accepted by several colleges and chose to attend UC San Francisco with a full scholarship! Catherine Ferrara will be attending OCC transferring to San Diego State’s veterinary program! www.costamesachamber.com BUSINESS OUTLOOK - JUNE 2011 PLEASE MEET I promote a Challenge. 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So live without regrets and join the fastest growing challenge that is sweeping our nation today!! Julie Thomas 949-2337297 www.liveworegrets.bodybyvi.com NETWORKING MOMENTS After Hours Business Mixer The Microsoft Store South Coast Plaza 3333 Bristol St., Suite 1249 Costa Mesa, Ca 92626 Welcome to the Microsoft Store at South Coast Plaza. Here at the Microsoft Store, our friendly store associates can answer questions, make recommendations, fix problems and provide training in a relaxed and comfortable setting where you set the pace. Our team works hard to find and present an edited assortment of best-in-class products for you and your business. You’ll also find that each of our PCs is enhanced with our Microsoft Signature service, so you’ve got the right software pre-loaded and protected by Microsoft Security Essentials, right out of the box. Whether you need laptops, desktops, software, accessories, or even an Xbox to help you relax on the weekends, enjoy peace of mind knowing that we have great products and the support you need. The Microsoft Store values its business and community partners and understands the importance of face-to-face meetings. In the Microsoft Store, your organization will gain an exclusive opportunity to explore the latest in Microsoft technology and products. Our friendly staff will also be available to provide new tips and tricks that will help maximize your business relationship efficiency. Viewing new technologies and receiving personalized attention from our staff allows you to get the perfect solution for your business. Count on us to answer your questions, train your employees, and solve your technology mysteries. You can even host your next meeting in our theater space. We’re here to help, seven days a week. We aim to provide world class service to our customers, both business and consumer. Your business deserves the best solutions. Call or visit us today. Learn more by e-mailing [email protected], calling us at 714-3382130, or following us at https://www.facebook.com/MicrosoftStore or https://twitter.com/MicrosoftStore Mixer mates shown here: Chamber Ambassador Ryan O’Donnell, Universal Waste; General Manager, Marcelino Rodriguez; Server, Ana; and Manager Jose; Wingnuts Staff; Ambassador Dennis Gutierrez, NuVision Federal Credit Union. Whew whooo! Great mixer at Wingnuts Restaurant last month! Our thanks to Manager Marcelino Rodriguez and his staff for giving us the VIP treatment! Wingnuts specializes in chicken “wings and things” done “every which way EXCEPT, bad”! Not a chicken lover? No worries, there are plenty of other tempting dishes to choose from! “Wing tip”: Email ahead for take out: [email protected] or phone (714) 434-7700. WINGNUTS RESTAURANT, 3030 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa (Target Shopping Center) BUSINESS OUTLOOK - JUNE 2011 www.costamesachamber.com PAGE 5 PLEASE MEET Heller Chiropractic Spa 2900 Bristol Street Suite C-105 Costa Mesa, Ca. 92626 (714) 557-9454 Email: [email protected] www.hellerchiro.com Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 9AM-1PM, 3PM-7PM Saturday 9AM-1PM Heller Chiropractic Spa’s staff, operating under Dr. Brian Heller, welcome patients into a clean, bright office before beginning to nurture natural, holistic wellness with natural chiropractic care, therapeutic massage, acupuncture, herbal remedies, sports medicine, nutritional work, injury prevention and recovery as well as family wellness care. We are also the main Orange County site for the 28 Days to Health Weight Loss Cleanse. We have been helping people in Costa Mesa and all over Orange County get out of pain since 1996 using natural, drug and surgery free techniques, earning the Best of Costa Mesa Award for Chiropractic work in 2009 and 2010. If you are looking for a Chiropractor in Costa Mesa you have come to the right place. Heller Chiropractic is dedicated to the overall health and well being of our patients and the community. We integrate Spinal Corrective Care Rehabilitation, Sports Therapy, Exercise Therapy, Massage Therapy, Acupuncture and Nutrition into a dynamic treatment paradigm. Our methods have proven successful for thousands of patients with diverse medical conditions and injuries. As part of your healthcare team we are committed to helping you go beyond just pain relief to achieve a higher quality of life by incorporating our unique approach to help you reach your health and wellness goals. site! Conveniently located in Costa Mesa, just off the 405 and 55 freeways, we invite you to come and experience for yourself why Heller Chiropractic truly is “Costa Mesa’s blend of traditional chiropractic care utilizing the latest in technology in a relaxing atmosphere.” site! So whether it’s an auto accident or just a way to live a healthier life, Heller Chiropractic is your answer to better health. Call us to book an appointment! (714) 557-9454. BULLETIN BYTES Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction Returns to Costa Mesa! June 24-26 Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction Barrett-Jackson Auction Company LLC, host of “The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™” in Scottsdale, Ariz., Palm Beach, Fla., and Las Vegas, celebrates 40 years of specializing in providing products and services to classic and collector car owners, astute collectors and automotive enthusiasts around the world. Hours: Friday-Sunday Admission (Online Pre-Sale): Single-Day: Adult $10-$15, Senior (65+)/ Student/Military $7-$12, Child (6-12) $3.50-$5. Three-Day Pass: Adult $28.50, Senior (65+)/Student/Military $21.50, Child (6-12) $9.50. Parking: tbd Location: OC Fair & Event Center – All Grounds Information: barrett-jackson.com PAGE 6 Costa Mesa quarterly sales tax revenue up 10.7% over previous year COSTA MESA, CALIF.—Costa Mesa’s sales tax revenue from October through December was 10.7% higher than the same quarter the previous year, with actual sales up 9.2% when reporting aberrations were factored out. The sales tax revenue increase for the County of Orange and State of California was 6.0% and 6.8% respectively. HdL, the City’s sales tax consultant, has estimated sales tax revenues for the 2010-2011 fiscal year to be $29.4 million. In January, City staff provided a mid-year update that projected sales tax revenue for this year to be $29.2 million. The original 2010-2011 budget had estimated $26.3 million in sales tax revenue. In January, the increased revenues—estimated to be about $4.5 million (the figure also includes gains in what’s called “Sales Tax In-Lieu”—had already been factored in to reduce this year’s budget gap, which currently stands at about $1.6 million. You can find more detail at www.ci.costa-mesa.ca.us www.costamesachamber.com BUSINESS OUTLOOK - JUNE 2011 BULLETIN BYTES National Children’s Day and Summer Driving Summer is here and school is out! One of the most favorite times of the year for children is summer break. In recognition of National Children’s Day on June 12, 2011, the California Department of Motor Vehicles would like to offer summer driving safety tips, with California’s youngest residents in mind. Whether your family is planning a road trip, or simply taking advantage of the warmer weather to play outside this summer, drivers should take heed of a few simple precautions to keep both passengers and pedestrians out of harm’s way. Consider the following vehicle occupant and pedestrian safety tips to ensure kids of all ages are safe all season long: riding a bicycle. According to the Children’s Safety Network, children and young people are the most affected age group of bicycle injuries and deaths and 63 percent of bicycle fatalities are the result of head injuries. Installing lights and reflectors on the bicycle and teaching the importance of safe bicycle riding, including the use of a helmet, can significantly reduce these accidents. After all, it is required by California state law that all children under 18 wear a helmet while riding a bicycle. Parents are not only responsible for adhering to vehicle safety rules, but should also ensure their children are aware and following these helpful tips as well. With National Children’s Day upon us, remember to keep these tips in mind while driving for a safe and enjoyable summer. For more information on driver and pedestrian safety, please visit DMV.ca.gov. Follow the 25 MPH Neighborhood Speed Limit Drivers should be aware of their speed and surroundings when driving through neighborhoods and adhere to the 25 mph speed limit. Children can suddenly run into the street to chase a ball or to catch up with a friend; if drivers are going too fast to make a quick stop, it could lead to an unwanted injury. It is also important to come to a complete stop when at a red light or stop sign. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, there are approximately 5,000 to 6,000 pedestrian deaths each year, with children making up a large portion of the victims involved. Practice Proper Seat Belt Safety Taking a summer trip? Whether you are traveling out of state or just across town, it is important to follow the recommended guidelines for seatbelt safety. Infants, toddlers, children under the age of six, and children less than 60 pounds should be properly secured in certified childsafety seats in the backseat of a vehicle. Rear-facing child passenger restraint systems can only be used in the backseat even if the child is of age and meet the weight requirement. Children aged four to seven should be secured in a certified booster seat. Children older than seven can use a standard seatbelt; however they should ride in the back seat until they are 13. Drivers, passengers and children have a 50 percent better chance of surviving a collision when using their seatbelt, as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Do Not Leave Children Unattended in Vehicles Children are curious and love to play in their parents’ car, but this can run them the risk of getting themselves locked inside if they are left unattended. Research from “Heat Stress from Enclosed Vehicles : Moderate Ambient Temperatures Cause Significant Temperature Rise in Enclose Vehicles,” conducted by San Francisco State University indicates there have been a reported 498 child deaths in the United States since 1998, as a result of vehicular hyperthermia. The hot summer sun is even hotter in a sealed vehicle; internal vehicle temperatures can reach up to 172 degrees Fahrenheit, even when outside temperatures are only 80 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Never leave your child unattended in a car for any length of time; it is not only illegal, but can quickly become life threatening. Always Wear a Helmet When Riding a Bicycle Riding a bicycle is a fun and perfect form of exercise for children, especially during the summer months. As with any form of recreation, it is important that children practice proper safety techniques when BUSINESS OUTLOOK - JUNE 2011 www.costamesachamber.com MEMBER REWARDS PROGRAMS Get a FREE ad in the Business Outlook through the Members Rewards Program Refer a new member and we will give you a FREE ad in this monthly newsletter. For more information, call Tom Brennan at the Chamber office 714/885-9093 PAGE 7 BUSINESS OUTLOOK~Published monthly by the COSTA MESA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Follow us on Facebook & Twitter 2100 W. Lincoln Avenue Anaheim, CA 92801 714-527-3122 Fax: 714-527-6585 www.apganaheim.com FULL SERVICE PRINTING & COPYING CONVENTIONAL & DIGITAL SEND US YOUR FILES ELECTRONICALLY )'+*)³%XVLQHVV2XWORRN´,661DQRI¿FLDOSXEOLFDWLRQRIWKH&RVWD0HVD&KDPEHURI&RPPHUFHLVSXEOLVKHGPRQWKO\IRUVXEVFULSWLRQUDWHDQQXDOO\ 3HULRGLFDOVUDWHSRVWDJHSDLGDW6DQWD$QD&$32670$67(56HQGDGGUHVVFKDQJHVWR%86,1(66287/22.&RVWD0HVD&KDPEHURI&RPPHUFH $GDPV$YH6XLWH&RVWD0HVD&$3KRQH)D[ZZZFRVWDPHVDFKDPEHUFRP