FEB 2013 – PRESIDENT’S ARTICLE BY DANEY BACHIU

I am getting used to Kathie’s reminders of my Presidential duties. My response has gone from “MY WHAT!??” to “Oh, ok”.  So here I sit very late at night when most people are sound asleep, well at least most normal people. I find it very peaceful this late, when not a creature is stirring.  During the day, I have a bad case of what I call “Popcorn Brain”, my thoughts just bouncing around with every interruption.

My installation/coronation was on January 17th, when I officially became President /Queen of the Redlands Chamber of Commerce.  Kathie Thurston and Jan Nowlin, the heart and soul of the Redlands Chamber of Commerce, not only support my business efforts, but they were right there encouraging me as I gave my first public speech, a terrifying experience for me. I was given a giant gavel for my presidency which I got to hold for 30 seconds before it was taken away, and a crown for my queenly coronation which I got to keep, an experience I will not soon forget.

So, what is happening in February?  Oh yes, President’s Day. Not that I aspire to the greatness of Presidents Washington and Lincoln, but it does give one a sense of duty and responsibility when you are president of an organization.  I continue my mission to bring in a new member as I talk some ears off, as I honestly believe that a business receives so much more in benefits than what they give in membership fees.  Once again, I ask that our members try to sign up at least one other member during the year.  If you know of someone who may be interested but don’t want to talk to them, please let me know and I will be glad to go and talk with them about the benefits of becoming a Redlands Chamber of Commerce member.

February is also Valentine’s Day. Now it is a little harder to tie in Valentine’s with its mushy lala-lovey dovey theme, but love is about relationships . In a love relationship, you want to do things for the other person, you want them to grow into being better and you stand by your loved ones side in good times and bad; you defend your loved one when someone or something tries to do them harm. The Redlands Chamber of Commerce does the exact same thing in its relationship with the business community without the hugging and kissing. They always have your back when it comes to what best for doing business in Redlands.

Until next month.

 

 

JAN 2013 – CHAMBER OFFERS PRIVILEGE TO PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE MEMBERS

 Redlands Chamber of Commerce President’s Circle

 The Redlands Chamber of Commerce is now offering a unique and exciting opportunity to our local businesses, and community leaders.

“Extraordinary Benefits for Distinguished Members”.

 $1000.000 Annual membership in the Circle includes:

 Membership includes;

Name and company name listed on Chamber Letterhead

Name and Company logo listed in the Directory and on the chamber website

Annual ticket for Rise ‘n Shine

Logo on banner proudly displayed in chamber office

Name in each edition of chamber electronic newsletter

One E-blast semi annually

2 tickets to each Chamber mixer

2 tickets to State of the Community luncheon

2 tickets to Annual Installation Dinner

Press release announcing President’s Circle appointment

Ad on the City Street Map – NEW, $475 VALUE

Ad in the Annual Business Directory – NEW, $475 VALUE

 

Call the Chamber office for more information

793-2546!

JAN 2013 – PRESIDENT’S ARTICLE BY DANEY BACHIU

I can’t say I am sorry to see 2012 go, it was not a great year for me; but, we have seen an increase in blueprint activity for the past six months, a sure indication the economy is on the mend, so I am looking forward to a much better 2013.

Hmmmm, there seems to be something about 2013…something I’m supposed to do…Then it all comes home to roost when Kathie Thurston, our Executive Director, tells me, “your first column for the newsletter is due next week.” MY WHAT??! Obviously there is a huge discrepancy between my version of “easy” and Ms. Thurston’s. The woman needs to run for office as she has all the makings of a politician. None-the-less, I did agree to be President of the Redlands Chamber of Commerce, so I am stepping out of my comfort zone in order to grow… so here it goes.

There is no better advocate for local business than our Redlands Chamber of Commerce. They take up their swords and do battle daily with city, county, state and federal government on behalf of the membership. They constantly have our backs so we can go about doing the things we do best, making pizza, brewing beer, selling insurance and printing blueprints.

Thank you very much for your membership and supporting that effort, I look forward to working with you this year. I would also ask your help in bringing in at least one business to become a member. The membership dues are a small pittance compared to having an attorney write a letter on your behalf, or having one of the government entities add some kind of “fee” to one of your bills. This happens when there is no one there to shout “Wait a minute, this is unfair to businesses” This is what our Redlands Chamber of Commerce does…they have a “mighty voice” and thank God for that.

Never in my wildest dreams did I aspire to be a President or a Madam and now I am both.

Here’s to a healthy and prosperous 2013.

 

Madame President

JAN 2013 – AMERICAN MEDICAL RESPONSE IS THE NATION’S LEADING MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION COMPANY

American Medical Response (AMR) serves more communities and customers than any other private ambulance service provider in the nation. Founded in 1992 AMR consolidated  several well-established regional ambulance providers into a single company.  AMR was created in response to changes in health care reimbursement, the demands of new technology and the growth of managed care plans, which created a need to build a larger provider network. AMR expanded in 1997 when it merged with Med Trans, making it the largest ambulance service provider in the U.S. In 2005, AMR management and Onex Partners L.P. purchased AMR and its sister company, EmCare, from Laidlaw International. AMR expanded its lines of service with a new international EMS division in 2005 with the formation of Global Medical Response (GMR). AMR acquired Air Ambulance Specialists (AASI) in 2006. AASI arranges domestic and international fixed-wing air ambulance service. By acquiring AASI, AMR now offers a full spectrum of ground and air-based emergency medical transportation options. Today, AMR is a leader in the emergency medical services sector which is known for implementing and providing the industry’s best practices.

Nearly 17,000 paramedics, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), nurses, doctors and support staff combine to make-up the strength of a national company with personalized care.  AMR’s national reach and extensive experience allows them to deliver a wide range of services to communities nationwide, from managing entire emergency medical systems to private-public partnerships that best serve an area’s needs.   From emergency 9-1-1 calls and non-emergency transports to specialized medical teams that serve remote wilderness areas and more, AMR has the strength to provide patients and customers with the right service at the right time.

Almost 8,600 times each day, AMR caregivers respond to patients in need of emergency medical care and transportation. These professionals must be prepared to provide high-quality care in a variety of situations – from critical life threatening injury and illness to non-emergency transportation from the hospital to home.

At AMR, they meet the needs of these patients every day. They set high standards of clinical excellence for their caregivers, managers and educators. For AMR, clinical excellence involves having the tools, knowledge, judgment, skills and passion to perform at the highest level. It requires providing caregivers with education and training that meets or exceeds current industry standards.

Clinical excellence at AMR also involves providing refresher courses and ongoing education to keep our caregivers trained on current trends in emergency medicine practices. It also requires a robust quality assurance program that requires that all patient encounters meet their rigorous clinical and customer service standards.

AMR’s clinical excellence programs ensure that the patients and the communities they serve receive the highest-quality levels of pre-hospital services. It’s just one of the reasons why AMR is a leading ambulance service provider in the U.S.

JAN 2013 – RESOLVE TO GET ORGANIZED!

If one of your New Year’s Resolutions is to get organized, you are in luck this year.  Practical Solutions, a Redlands based organizing firm, has programs designed to help you be successful.  The programs include daily assignments in January to organizing the entire home, workshops and hands-on organizing help.

Cathy Bates, owner of Practical Solutions Organizing said “after the holidays most people find they have let their house go, just like they have let healthy eating go.  They are ready to get both under control.”  That is probably why losing weight and getting organized are on the top of everyone’s New Year’s resolutions.  Practical Solutions wants to make sure those people resolving to get organized are successful.

The first part of the program, brought back by popular demand from last year, is a step-by-step guide to organizing your entire home in the form of daily assignments. If you sign up for their free newsletter at www.psorganizing.com or “like” them on Facebook, each day in January you will receive an assignment to organize something in your home. If you follow the steps by the end of January your entire home will be organized.  One participant from last year said “My home had extreme clutter and there was no way I could get my entire house organized in one month, so I kept the emails in my inbox and just tackled them one at a time.  By the end of the year, my home was organized.  It works!”

The second part of the program is the Simplify Series Workshops that teach participants how to change the way they think about their stuff and how to get organized once and for all.  These workshops will be held at The Old Spaghetti Factory in Redlands.  The cost is $25 which includes lunch, materials, a $50 Practical Solutions Gift Certificate, and a chance to win great organizing products.  The first workshop in the series will be Simplify Your Home on January 17, 2013 at 12:00.  Additional workshops will be Simplify Your Paper (February 21), Simplify Your Time (March 21), and Simplify Your Busy Family’s Life (April 18).   You can register at www.psorganizing.com/workshops.html.

Thirdly, Practical Solutions is offering a discount on their hands-on organizing services to help those who don’t want to tackle their clutter alone.  Patti Eickhoff, an organizer at Practical Solutions stated “It’s a lot more fun to get organized when you have a non-judgmental partner to walk beside you and help you over the hurdles you face.”  Organizers not only provide the support but also develop organizing systems to help maintain the order you have worked so hard to create, making day to day life a little simpler.

Practical Solutions hopes to remove all of the obstacles so that 2013 is the year you get organized once and for all.  To get involved go to www.psorganizing.com and sign up for their free e-newsletter or register for workshops.  You can also “like” them on Facebook at www.facebook/practicalsolutions to get daily assignments via Facebook to interact with other participants in the program, ask questions, and get advice.  Get involved and have fun getting organized!  For more information contact Practical Solutions at info@psorganizing.com or (909)810-3719.

 

 

JAN 2013 – ARROYO INSURANCE PROUDLY PROVIDING AFFORDABLE, COMPREHENSIVE, AND TRUSTED CALIFORNIA INSURANCE SOLUTIONS!

The Arroyo-Redlands agency, which was created in 1936, is located in Redlands, California, San Bernardino County. They are dedicated to providing the community with personalized insurance solutions for any lifestyle. Their team of experienced professionals has guided individuals, families, businesses, and more towards finding the perfect coverage plan for over 70 years.

The Redlands office deals with the best insurance companies and products around, so you can have the protection you deserve. Their friendly and dedicated specialists can assist you in finding personal and business solutions, such as home, auto, health, workers compensation, manufacturing insurance, golf & country clubs insurance, and commercial property insurance, including apartments, condos, and HOA’s. They also have a Benefits department, which handles a full range of Employee Benefits. Their staff has extensive experience in unique coverages and can place businesses directly with appointed carriers and on a brokerage basis.

They continue to share the common goal of developing a hands-on business where they can personally understand and respond to the needs of their clients. They feel it is important to guarantee each client superior service. Their ability to provide you with fast, accurate Redlands insurance quotes both in person and online will allow you to secure your coverage with us, no matter where you live.

Interested in learning more? Contact Arroyo Insurance today to speak with one of their expert agents about insurance in California. Call them at 909.792.8950.

JAN 2013 – BACHIU ANNOUNCES OFFICERS FOR 2013

To assist in directing the organization to accomplish the mission and serve its members to act as an advocate of businesses throughout the greater Redlands area, the President Elect enlists the help of a cabinet of officers. This year those officers willing to give of their time and talent include; Wayne Stair, First California Bank, serving as President Elect, Alan Ricard, Alta Vista Credit Union, stepping up to serve as Treasurer, Matt Leeds, Whitfrog Designs, will act as Vice President and Paul Barich, Barich & Associates will continue on as Past President.

The Executive Committee will meet quarterly and will also serve as the Chambers Finance Committee.

JAN 2013 – WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CHAMBER MEMBERS

Welcome to our Newest Chamber Members:
 
CAJON PHARMACY
Khalid Mahfouz
232 Cajon Street, Suite A
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  792-4922
www.cajonpharmacy.com
 
GIGI’S FINE JEWELRY & GIFTS
Gigi Ozasi
206 E. State Street
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  307-8585
 
KAT MAZZEI – SHEAR PERFECTION
Kat Mazzei
430 E. State Street
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  951-836-2800
www.katmazzae.skincaretherapy.net
 
PROFESSIONAL MASSAGE & SKIN CARE THERAPHIST
Angelina Frainee
17 So. Fifth Street, Suite C
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  641-5698
 
SHAKLEE-COACH RANDY & CINDY GENUNG
Cynthia Genung
1328 Fairview Lane
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  793-3905
Web Site:  http://thewellnessoach.myshaklee.com

 

JAN 2013 – CHAMBER MEMBERS RENEWING DECEMBER 2012

ABILITY COUNTS, INC.
Yolanda Coker
1967 Essex Courty
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  793-1035
 
ACCOUNTING 4 COMPUTERS/PRO-TAX SOLUTIONS
Kendra Salot
325 W. Hospitality Lane, Suite 202
San Bernardino, CA  92408
Phone:  915-1040
 
ASSOCIATES OF THE REDLANDS BOWL
Susan Sequeira
P. O. Box 492
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  1-866-999-BOWL
 
AYRES HOTEL REDLANDS
Sandra Kavanaugh
1015 W. Colton Avenue
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  798-6330
 
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF REDLANDS
P. T. McEwen
1251 Clay Street
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  798-4599
 
CBDM REDLANDS, LLC
Attention:  Manager
1331 W. Colton Avenue
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  798-6330
 
COUNTRY VILLA REDLANDS
Diane Machain
700 E. Highland Avenue
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  793-2678
 
EMPIRE BOWLING CENTER, LLC
Will Mossonette
940 W. Colton Avenue
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  793-2525
 
FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Darryl Evey
940 Stillman
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  760-843-0701
 
GUIDE DOGS OF THE DESERT INT’L
Kim Laidlaw
P. O. Box 1692
Palm Springs, CA  92263
Phone:  951-798-3753
 
INLAND MASTER CHORALE
Pliny M. Barnes Jr.
P. O. Box 7727
Redlands, CA  92375
Phone:  793-2267
 
ISU BARICH INSURANCE
George Barich
408 E. State Street, Suite A
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  793-9683
 
LA-Z-BOY WEST
Jovie Dabu
301 Tennessee Street
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  793-3204
 
MAIDS 2000
Chanel Eren
80 Alabama Street
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  793-1493
 
MEDICAL CLINIC OF REDLANDS
Marie Jones
255 Terracina Blvd, Suite 101A
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  748-6569
 
PCH ARCHITECTS, LLP
Greg Chapman
30 So. Center Street
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  792-7397
 
PRIME LENDING
Nancy Kenny
1980 Orange Tree Lane, Suite 210
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  801-3510
 
REDLANDS SPINE & SPORT
Michael Donia, DC
219 E. Olive Avenue
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  793-2225
 
REDLANDS UNLEASHED FIDOS & FRIENDS
Elizabeth Kulbin
P. O. Box 1440
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  380-1337
 
SELAH SOUNDTHEOLOGY CHRISTIAN STORE
Les Spoelstra
415 Tennessee Street
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  792-2175
 
STAR AUTO PARTS
Ed Rivera
535 W. Redlands Blvd
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  793-2168
 
TELEDYNE BATTERY PRODUCTS
Armando Chacon
840 W. Brockton Avenue
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  793-3131
 
THE OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY
Avianna Homan
1635 Industrial Park Avenue
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  798-7774
 
THE UNFORGETTABLES FOUNDATION
Tim Evans
345 W. Pearl Avenue, Suite 230
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  951-680-9996
 
THE VERNON COMPANY
Dave Moore
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  793-0771

 

JAN 2013 – THANKS TO LOCAL RESTAURANTS FOR THE HOLIDAY FEAST

A very special thanks goes out to all the wonderful restaurants that provided the tasty treats for the Chamber Holiday Mixer in December. Next time you need a meal out visit please visit any or all of the following restaurants and don’t forget to thank them for that fabulous Christmas cheer!

BRISKETS
256 E. Citrus Avenue
Redlands, CA  92373
335-2649
 
CAROLYN’S CAFÉ
1711 W. Lugonia Avenue #101
Redlands, CA  92374
335-8181
 
CORNER BAKERY & CAFÉ
402 No. Orange Street
Redlands, CA  92373
801-3962
 
EUREKA BURGER
345 Pearl Avenue #130
Redlands, CA  92374
335-5700
 
BREWCAKES
1150 Brookside #J-1
Redlands, CA  92373
792-1399
 
LAS FUENTES MEXICAN GRILL
336 No. Eureka Street
Redlands, CA  92374
798-0900
 
MUFFIN TOP BAKERY
233 E. State Street
Redlands, CA  92373
792-9911
 
 
NAAN CAFÉ
700 E. Redlands Blvd Suite 123
Redlands, CA  92373
307-3900
 
ROMANO’S ITALIAN RESTURANT
330 Orange
Redlands, CA  92374
798-9228
 
SIZZLER RESTAURANT
110 W. Redlands Blvd
Redlands, CA  92373
792-3579
 
THE EATING ROOM
105 E. Citrus Avenue
Redlands, CA  92373
798-7321
 
THE TARTAN OF REDLANDS
24 E. Redlands Blvd
Redlands, CA  92373
792-9919
 
RED ROBIN BURGERS
27476 Lugonia Avenue
Redlands, CA  92374