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Committee Organization
COMMITTEES
Committees and task forces are the volunteer members that develop meaningful programs to promote business and
economic development for the Chamber membership. All members of the Chamber are welcome to become a member
of any committee. Please ask us to add you to our e-mail list for meeting reminders. You can e-mail or
fax or phone your request. Do this today - you won't want to miss the next opportunity.
Ambassadors
Chair: Jamie Harwood, Edward Jones Investments
The public relations arm of the Chamber, the Ambassadors participate in Ribbon Cuttings, monthly Mixers and other
Chamber and community events.
Contact Chamber Staff Representative: Merilee Page, Event Coordinator
Education
Chair: Judy Conacher, Pharmanex/NuSkin
Responsible for issues and events which provide interaction with the educational community, such as the annual New
Teacher Reception, the Taste of the Chino Valley, Renaissance Program and Scholarship Fund, etc.
Economic Development
Chair: Michael Buckley, PVHMC at Chino Hills
Supports projects and activities which contribute to the overall economic health and growth of Chino Valley
Business.
Contact Chamber Staff Representative: Jean Christy,
Communications and Operations
Manager
Legislative Action
Chair: Tina Javid, Southern California Gas Company
Meets with representatives of city, county, state and federal venues, as well as with local agencies such as
police, fire, school board, etc. Provides a forum for information exchange, notification of pending legislation
impacting business, and assisting business with regulatory issues. Events include: Chino & Chino Hills State of
the City Luncheons, School District and Fire Board Candidates Forum's
Membership Development
Chair: Danielle Watson, Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce
Concerned with new member development and retention; plans, coordinates and provides leadership for Chamber
membership services and benefits. Events include: New Members Reception and Operation Thank You.
The Chamber's event committees plan, coordinate and implement major special events, including site identification,
sponsor acquisition, advertising, etc. These events also provide an opportunity to network with the Chino Valley
Community at large as well as with other businesses.
Taste of the Chino Valley Committee (March)
Chair: Judy Conacher, Pharmanex/NuSkin
A special evening of fun, music, and food that brings the community out to sample tastes from a growing number
of local restaurants. Vendor booths, performances from local talent, and raffle prizes add to the excitement of
this community event that grows in popularity each year. Proceeds from pre-even celebrations and event ticket
sales help fund high-school student scholarships, Renaissance Teacher awards, and classroom mini-grants.
Golf Committee (April)
This springtime event is an enjoyable scramble format, played at a beautiful
Chino Valley course, and drawing business and community leaders from throughout the area. Camaraderie, business
contacts, and sustaining the general operating funds of our non-profit Chamber, are just some of the reasons for a
near sellout each year. Sponsorships and door prizes help promote our members and the services we provide.
Contact Chamber Staff Representative: Merilee Page,
Event Coordinator
Dairy Committee (June)
Chair: Donna DeBie, Waste ManagementThe Dairy Tour & Festival, celebrated for over 25 years, is truly a community
tradition. Thousands of school children and adults come out for this "only-one-of-its-kind" chance to tour a working
dairy and view a wide array of agricultural exhibits. The Chino Valley is still the premier dairy region in the
United States, and this annual tour with family festival is highly publicized for its celebration of the rich history
of the dairy industry and all it has brought to the economy of the Chino Valley. Generous sponsorship from our
corporate partners--supporting the community where they live and work--brings together our great community for a
day of fun, education, and family activities.
Contact Chamber Staff Representative: Merilee Page,
Event Coordinator
Business EXPO Committee (October)
This popular event is typical of what the Chamber does
best--bringing people together for a day of earnest commerce and lots of family fun. With over
100 exhibitors--from business products and services, health and fitness, to public safety demonstrations,
entertainment, food and prizes--this two-day event attracts thousands of people from around the Inland Empire.
The VIP event on Friday is an "Invitation Only" reception for sponsors, exhibitors, dignitaries and guests;
the Saturday Expo and Faire is open to the public with vendors, kids tent activities, and more to promote and
celebrate the Chino Valley and all it has to offer.
Network Connection
Chair: Jamie Harwood, Edward Jones InvestmentsA forum for the development and exchange of quality business leads
for business and professional organizations. Personal referral is the most efficient, cost-effective method of
developing new business. Why? Because people prefer to buy from or do business with people they know, or from
someone whose work is known.
Network Connection meets every Wednesday from 7:00 to 8:30 a.m. at Denny's, 3370 Grand Ave. in Chino Hills
(Grand Ave., @ Peyton Dr.) Meeting cost is $6.00 per business member and includes a full breakfast. Bring
plenty of business cards, fliers, and prepare a 30-second "commercial" about your business.
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