MAY 2018 – Young Professional Networking underway

By: Marissa Kramer, General Manager Ayres Hotel RedlandsPresident Elect Redlands Chamber of Commerce

On April 3, 2018 the Young Professionals Network (YPN) held their first meeting. In attendance, were a select ‘Core Group’ who were handpicked to represent and shape how the group will grow and develop.

All in attendance were asked to brainstorm and identify what some of the key items and issues are and what ways that the YPN could develop and foster the program, enlist new members, take on new challenges and assist with committees; all while making it worth their time and energy.

One of the ideas that came from this brain storming session was a Workshop Series, allowing The Young Professionals to learn skills that have been lost on the younger technical generation ranging from public speaking tips and good old fashion networking skills.

The Workshop Series is also planned to work in reverse where by the Young Professionals may be able assist the established Chamber Members to better use Social Media and online presence, and online marketing skills.

The YPN will work with the New Year’s Eve Orange Drop Committee and facilitate the “Food Court” for the upcoming New Year’s Eve event. The YPN will reach out to members of Redlands Service Clubs and Non-Profit Organizations to assist them in organizing and selling tasty treats and warm drinks to the thousands of revelers outside Ed Hales Park.

The YPN Core has slated to meetings on the second Tuesday of each month at the Ayres Hotel at 5:30pm. If you or anyone you know may be interested in become a member of the Young Professionals Network please contact the Chamber of Commerce at 909-793-2546 or myself at 909-335-9024 ext. 401.

On behalf of the YPN, we are eagerly looking forward to growing within and under the guidance of our existing Chamber Members and fostering this new group to further the business and community relationships in Redlands.

May 2018 – Member Profile – The Cope House Bar & Bistro


The Cope House Bar and Bistro is a cozy bistro in the historic 1903 Cope Building in beautiful downtown Redlands in the extraordinary Orange Street Alley. Reminiscent of Old Town New York or a Paris Bistro, the Cope House is warm, friendly even a little sexy offering an American dining experience with a French flare.

Hand crafted cocktails, and farm fresh ingredients provide a unique dining experience in the heart of Redlands.

The eclectic menu offers something for every palate. Small bites to full courses, creatively crafted cocktails and a hardy beer and wine selection satisfies every craving. The Cope House Bar and Bistro has even considered the discerning palates of little ones offering a “kids menu” with all the favorites to choose from.

The Cope House Bar and Bistro is a perfect way to experience Redlands with friends and family, savoring not only the tastes of the unique menu but enjoying the environment of the Orange Street Ally.

Open Tuesdays through Friday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 AM and Friday and Saturdays from 100:00 AM to 2:00 AM, you can enjoy, lunch dinner, drinks or just a tasty respite from downtown shopping. For reservations call, 253-1400.

 

MAY 2018 – Member Profile – The Tire Guys

The Tire Guys is a family-owned and operated chain of full auto service and tire stores serving customers in Inland California for over 25 years…since 1984. Unlike many more limited tire shops, they provide ALL SERVICES needed in vehicle maintenance, including advanced diagnostics. Many of our centers are AAA Approved Auto Repair, including SMOG checks.

With convenient locations in Redlands, Colton, Victorville and Yucaipa, California, they are able to offer unbeatable professionalism to a huge array of satisfied customers throughout the region. Each location has long hours that make it easy for anyone to get the work that they need at a time that’s convenient for them. They are open every day of the week to serve your needs. As a total car care center, they are dedicated to providing top-quality services at affordable prices.

Each auto repair and tire shop stocks an extensive array of high-quality tires from trusted brands like MICHELIN©,  Dunlop, Continental, Bridgestone, Pirelli, Kelly, Hankook and Cooper. The talented technicians are available to assist you with a huge range of tire services like low-profile tire installations, PAX tires, flat repairs, computer spin balances and rotations.

At The Tire Guys, they pride ourselves on being a total car care center, which means that they can do just about any car repair task imaginable. They are happy to assist people from all over the area with their automotive repair needs. The ASE-certified technicians can perform a huge variety of repair tasks including: glass repair, replacement and tinting; lube and oil changes; wheel alignments; steering and suspension; axle, driveshaft and CV joint repair; brakes; four-wheel-drive systems; engine diagnostics and performance work; differential repair; diesel engine systems; TPMS repairs; transmission work and much more. Each location offers flexible hours that make it easy for you to get work done when you need it.

Their Mission is to ensure that every customer receives the best quality car care while experiencing outstanding service from all of the trained professionals.

The Redlands shop is located at 1631 W. Redlands Blvd. in Redlands, CA., minutes from Mentone, Marigold, Bryn Mawr, Loma Linda and the University of Redlands, making them the perfect place to bring your vehicle if you want affordable auto care that’s close to home. Call today at 909-793-9999!

 

 

MAY 2018 – New Chamber Members April 2018

EXCEL PHYSICAL THERAPY AND WELLNESS
James George
414 Tennessee Street
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 792-5050

FOX DANCE STUDIO
Amber Manning
330 Alabama, Suite H
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 335-5959

LMS PHYSICIANS CARE PC
Jackie Badalamenti
1200 California, Suite 102
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 951-742-7324

ONE LEGACY FOUNDATION
Christy Bethel
1701 Orange Tree Lane
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 801-3717

REDLANDS FLOORHOUSE
Kelly Kampf
34 W. Stuart Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 798-2644

SENIOR SOLUTIONS PROFESSIONALS
Sannon Haro
99 East C Street
Upland. CA 91786
Phone: 931-2855

THRIFTY LODGE REDLANDS
Ashok Patel
511 W. Redlands Blvd
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-2536

VISITING ANGELS
Chetay Catarano
330 Sixth Street
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-7788

 

MAY 2018 – Chamber members renewing April 2018

ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF REDLANDS
Treasurer
506 W. Colton Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 792-2675

BRONCS TOWING, INC.
Mike & K. G. Ardebili
1083 W. Park Avenue
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 307-0944

BUILDING A GENERATION
Belinda Jones
932 W. Cypress
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-8822

C-21 LOIS LAUER REALTY
Mickey Hardin Butler
1998 Orange Tree Lane
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 748-7028

CITRUS VALLEY PLUMBING
Jill Riley
1540 Lassen Street
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 792-5461

DALES VENTRES
ASSOCIATE MEMBER
Redlands, CA 92373

DYNASTY SUITES
Priya Patel
1235 W. Colton Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 793-6648

ENTERPRISE FUNDING CORPORATION
Jeff Sceranka
300 E. State Street, Suite 230
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 792-3803

FIDUCIAL BUSINESS CENTERS, INC.
David Felix
1676 Plum Lane
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 798-4477

IMAGE SYSTEMS, INC.
John Easley
1730 Plum Lane
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 792-9063

INLAND EMPIRE RESIDENTIAL CENTERS, INC.
Penny Radtke
710 Church Street
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 798-0823

MISSION COMMONS
Kelly Bissland
10 Terracina Blvd
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-8691

OFFICE SOLUTIONS, LLC
Mike Hokana
23303 La Palma Avenue
Yorba Linda, CA 92887
Phone: 800-859-0128

REDLANDS DAY NURSERY II
Linda Kirwan
1643 Plum Lane
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 792-9717

SAN BERNARDINO VALLEY WATER
CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Angie Quiroga
1630 W. Redlands Blvd, Suite A
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-2503

SPEAKEASY ON STATE
Ariell Harrison
10 E. State Street, Suite 200
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 501-5524

STEP 4 LIFE COMMUNITY SERVICES
Cynthia McGuigan
550 No. Orange Street
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 800-9970

STEPHEN J. TRAVIS – COLDWELL BANKER T & C
Stephen J. Travis
501 W. Redlands Blvd, Suite A
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 747-7950

TRI CITY FAMILY DENTAL
Eki Odufalu
1402 Industrial Park Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 798-5777

UNIVERSITY OF REDLANDS
Dr. Ralph Kunci
1200 E. Colton Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 748-8390

 

 

 

 

 

 

APR 2018 President’s article by Scott Welsh


Springtime is blooming with Redlands events!

I recently attended the Art on State Street and Redlands Art Walk in downtown Redlands.  I was reminded of the many opportunities we have as business owners and leaders to support and sponsor local events in town.  As we wandered our downtown streets I witnessed many businesses participating and hosting their own booths, and creating their own spotlight with displays and interacting with the attendees.  As we approached Jax Toys owner Michael Eubanks was assisting kids with chalk art, and encouraging them to try one of the many push toys they sell. Several State Street stores had artwork displayed inside and outside their stores to attract future customers. This is a great illustration of product integration! Not every event has something to display inside your store, but all events offer a way to help your business standout.

There are many and different reasons for sponsoring a Redlands event, and all of them good!  You know the old adage that “people don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care”?  Sponsoring a local event shows you care about your community.    When your business logo is seen at a local event, potential customers will take note and your business, and a relationship is developed.  Your act of generosity can pay lasting dividends for future business.

There are several solid benefits of local event sponsorship.  1. Reach your target market.  Like-minded people attend events.  The Redlands Bicycle Classic, for example, isn’t just a bike race, it’s a platform for many local service organizations like Kiwanis and Rotary, and has a number of family oriented activities. And, you will reach an active and economically sound audience. 2. Create an emotional connection with your customer. When you have a booth at the New Year’s Eve Orange drop, Or The Taste of Vintage Redlands, people get to know you in a relaxing atmosphere while enjoying our historic downtown area. 3. Build Brand Awareness. Sponsoring the Redlands Bowl, Redlands Symphony, or the Hangar 24 Airfest puts your brand in front of tens of thousands of potential customers who will recognize your brand in future months. Finally, know the money you put into a Redlands event stays in Redlands. Most events use local services, vendors, food products, and promotional items.  This has a great impact on our local economy!

There are many and different events in Redlands you can include in your marketing plan.  See redlandschamber.org or cityofredlands.org for an event you can enjoy.

APR 2018 – Have a problem, use your REDLANDS 311 app

Have a problem …..use your REDLANDS 311 app

The City of Redlands works with CitySourced to provide a smartphone app that allows you to send images and descriptions of problems that you encounter with city infrastructure.

Some examples of problems submitted.

To install from your iPhone devices go to the iTunes App store and search for “Redlands 311”. You can also input http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/redlands-311/id418219150?mt=8&ls=1 directly into your address bar.

If you’re an Android user go to the Android marketplace and search for “Redlands 311.”
You can also input https://market.android.com/details?id=com.citysourced.redlandsca directly into your address bar on the phone or your computer.

The “Redlands 311” App can now be accessed via the following weblink; https://redlandsca.citysourced.com/mobile and can be accessed via other smartphones, Desktop or Tablet.

APR 2018 – Redlands Chamber Seeking Young Professionals

The Chamber truly does have something for everyone, including the Generation Y business owners and employees. Gen Y and Gen Xers are the up-and-coming leaders ready to change the way the world does business. Peer groups are something they value so the Redlands Chamber has rolled out a Young Professionals program designed for them to network with like-minded young business executives while at the same time building relationships.

REDLANDS CHAMBER YOUNG PROFESSIONALS is a network for young professionals within the community. The group is focused on personal growth, career advancement and service in the Redlands community. Redlands Chamber will give the next generation a forum to connect with professionals their own age, so they can establish new friendships and new business relationships and begin to take their rightful position as the future leaders of Redlands.

Membership in REDLANDS CHAMBER YOUNG PROFESSIONALS is open for those whose company is already a member. Annual dues for chamber member Young Professionals is $25 per member $110 for non-members.

*         Admittance to all monthly Redlands Chamber Young Professionals networking event

*         Invitation to special REDLANDS CHAMBER YOUNG PROFESSIONALS workshops, guest speakers & professional development seminars

*         Invitation to a reception with Redlands Chamber board of directors and major sponsors

*         Community service projects

Through collaborative partnership opportunities in leadership and business development the Redlands Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals will be ready to accept the torch when passed.

If you would like to be a part of this new and dynamic young group call the chamber office at 793-2546.

APR 2018 – Member Profile – Asistencia Villa Rehabilitation & Care Center

 

Asistencia Villa Rehabilitation & Care Center where residents become like family

Asistencia Villa Rehabilitation & Care Center is a 5 star rated facility by Medicare and Medicaid. With 99 beds the skilled nursing facility is located in Redlands, California. Acquired in 2010 and renovated in 2011, Asistencia Villa Rehabilitation & Care Center is one of the loveliest facilities in Southern California.

Although beautiful and comfortable, Asistencia Villa Rehabilitation & Care Center is a skilled nursing facility which provides several specialized programs to meet the needs of our residents. First and foremost is the Stroke/Head trauma program designed to provide a high level of service to those with physical and mental limitations associated with head injuries. The rehabilitation team also excels in orthopedic rehabilitation for knees, backs, hips, etc. – both surgical and non-surgical.

In today’s environment, most skilled nursing facilities want residents who will remain with the facility for only short term stays receiving skilled nursing or rehabilitation services. At Asistencia Villa Rehabilitation they are not only happy to return residents back to their home after only a short visit, but we also value our long term residents, the people they grow to know not only as residents, but as friends. It is this relationship that develops the activity programs, creates menus, and makes everyone better nurses, housekeepers, and managers. Our hope is that the residents look at the facility as their home and not as simply a nursing home, no matter their length of stay.

Those needs are provided by weekly physician evaluations and designated treatment nurses for continuity in monitoring progress and effectiveness of rendered treatments.

At Asistencia Villa Rehabilitation & Care Center Registered Nurses are on site 24 hours per day. Staffing at that level allows them the ability to accept and treat a more diverse group of residents and provide skilled services around the clock. Our Registered Nurses not only provide direct services to residents, but provide supervision and consultation to the Licensed Vocational Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.

Recognizing the clinical complexities already being provided by the staff at Asistencia Villa Rehabilitation & Care Center, they have submittedanr application to the California Department of Public Health requesting that 24 of our beds be converted to a sub-acute unit. This will allow Asistencia Villa Rehabilitation & Care Center to further meet the needs of the community in providing much needed services to those residents who often times have difficulty finding placement due to their needs for a higher level of care usually provided in an acute care hospital.

Quick facts about Asistencia Villa Rehabilitation & Care Center

  • 5 star rated facility by Medicare and Medicaid
  • All beds are Medicare and Medicaid certified.
  • The full in-house rehab unit provides: PT, OT, ST.
  • Admissions can be processed 24/7.
  • RNs are on duty and onsite 24 hours/day.
  • Wound care program
  • Stroke/Head trauma program
  • WiFi throughout facility
  • Cable TV
  • Personal telephones

Stop by Asistencia Rehabilitation & Care Center at 1875 Barton Road, call 793-1382, or log on to www.asistenciavilla.com to learn more.

 

APR 2018 – Member Profile – The Tartan of Redlands Restaurant

The Tartan, Eat-Drink-Be Happy

The Tartan of Redlands Restaurant was started April 15, 1964 by three brothers, Velmer, Al and Art Croteau.

After going through several managers the brothers decided to ask their nephew Larry Westen to manage the Tartan and soon to follow they made Larry a partner. Larry and his wife Barbara together created a friendly atmosphere which became known as the “Cheers of Redlands”. The place where you could come for a drink, a delicious Burger or a Prime Rib to die for!

In January of 2004 the Tartan went through another leadership change Larry promoted Linda Crosby to General Manager and she didn’t waste any time she expanded the menu and hired new cooks and highlighted the Tartan tradition of celebrating special holidays such as Halloween, Christmas, St Patrick’s Day and others with a bang with unbelievable decorations and good times!

After the passing of Larry Westen in May of 2003, the Tartan ownership transitioned to Larry Westen III who owned the Tartan for many productive years until he decided to sell it on April 1, 2015 to Jeff Salamon and his wife Lisa.

Jeff or (Solly) as his friends call him was Born in Boston, Massachusetts, he served in the United States Marine Corps, and is a graduate of Dean College and National University where he studied Business and Marketing. Jeff has owned and operated various Orthopedic businesses throughout his career and is married to Lisa for over 24 years with two great children Sara and Jeffrey.

It’s not unusual to see Jeff bellied up to the bar hanging out with customers or see Jeff and Lisa sitting at their favorite booth enjoying a delicious dinner with their friends because they love the “Cheers” atmosphere. The Tartan mantra is  “Eat-Drink-Be Happy”.

You can discover the varied menu for both lunch and dinner at www.tartanofredlands.com, or stop by for a visit at 24 E. Redlands Blvd. Treat yourself to a great night out with plenty of appetizers, lunches, dinners and drinks. The friendly service and staff look forward to your visit.