The Search begins

With the recent retirement of long-time Executive Director, Kathie Thurston, the Redlands Chamber Search Committee is in full gear and on the hunt for a replacement.

The committee, chaired by President Marissa Kramer, Ayers Hotel, includes, past presidents, Scott Welsh, Welsh Insurance Services, Todd Underwood, Allstate Insurance, Matt Thalmayer, Arrow Staffing, Dave Maupin, Maupin Financial Services, Darrel Olson, Olson Insurance Solutions, Jan Nowlin, Chamber General Manger and Kathie Thurston.

A job description has been defined by the committee and is ready to go public. The search will include locals who have knowledge of the organization and community as well as professional chamber executives who might be interested in becoming a part of the Redlands business community. Resumes will be excepted through the month of April, with screening and interviews conducted throughout the months of May and June.

“It is the hope of the committee that we find the exact match for the Redlands Chamber and have them on deck by the end of June.” said Chair and President Marissa Kramer, “ We want to insure we hire the most qualified candidate who is prepared to hit the ground running. Should that candidate not present his or herself during that time frame we will continue the search until we find the match we are looking for.”

The committee has posted the job description on the Western Associations Chamber Executives website and will announce in the local press as well.

If you are interested in the position or know someone who might be send resumes to info@redlandschamber.org.

Sylvan Learning Center results that are unmatched

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

BARICH & ASSOCIATES 
Paul & Joann Barich 
1819 W. Redlands Blvd, Suite 104D 
Redlands, CA  92373 
Phone:  793-0385 

BLOSSOM GROVE 
Jessica Wiggins 
11116 New Jersey  
Redlands, CA  92373 
Phone:  335-6660 

BORTON PETRINI, LLP 
Joe Richardson 
1461 Ford Street, Suite 205 
Redlands, CA  92373 
Phone:  381-0527 

CALIFORNIA HOUSING FOUNDATION 
Steve Von Rajcs 
1200 California Street, Suite 104 
Redlands, CA  92374 
Phone:  793-9800 

CAROLYN’S CAFÉ 
Keith & Jan Kahn 
1150 Brookside Avenue, Suite A 
Redlands, CA  92373 
Phone:  335-8181 

C. A. S. A. OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY 
Maggie Harris 
851 Mt. Vernon Avenue #7A 
Colton, CA  92324 Phone:  
881-6760 

CHILI’S 
Matthew Pennino 
10020 Alabama Street 
Redlands, CA  92374 
Phone:  307-2913 

CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL 
Christine Brents 
1505 So. Ford Street 
Redlands, CA  92373 
Phone:  793-8722 

DALE E. VENTRES 
ASSOCIATE MEMBER 
Redlands, CA  92373 

DAVID RAFF & COMPANY 
David Raff 
1467 Ford Street, Suite 200 
Redlands, CA  92373 
Phone:  335-8900 

GENERAL TECHNIQUE COMPUTERS 
Tamara Kawas 
1426 Industrial Park 
Redlands, CA  92374 
Phone:  793-7400 

HARR TRAVEL 
Danny Genung 
300 E. State Street, Suite 215/216 
Redlands, CA  92373 
Phone:  266-0117 

HARVESTER LANDSCAPE 
Eric Escudero 
P. O. Box 7671 
Redlands, CA  92375 
Phone:  725-3023 

IMAGINE SYSTEMS, INC 
John Easley 
1730 Plum Lane, Suite A 
Redlands, CA  92374 
Phone:  792-9063 
INLAND EMPIRE RESIDENTIAL CENTERS, INC. 
Tanya Rigot 
710 Church Street 
Redlands, CA  92374 
Phone:  798-0823 

LEWIS MANAGEMENT CORP 
Lyrissa Roman 
1156 N. Mountain Avenue 
Upland, CA  91765 
Phone:  949-6799 

McDONALD’S RESTAURANT 
Dick Shalhoub 
612 E. Redlands Blvd 
Redlands, CA  92373 
Phone:  793-1516 

METRO NISSAN 
David Reynolds 
1665 Industrial Park  
Redlands, CA  92374 
Phone:  793-3377 

MILLER ARCHITECTURAL CORPORATION 
Rebecca Wile 
1177 Idaho Suite 200 
Redlands, CA  92374 
Phone:  335-7400 

MIRAU, EDWARDS, CANNON, LEWIN & TOOKE, LLP 
Mark Edwards 
1806 Orange Tree Lane, Suite C 
Redlands, CA  92374 
Phone:  793-0200 

MISSION PEDIATRICS, INC 
Dr. Tim Watson 
114 W. Vine Street 
Redlands, CA  92373 
Phone:  951-779-1670 

MORONGO TRIBAL TANF 
Lydia Snyder 
720 Carnegie Drive, Suite 150 
San Bernardino, CA  92408 
Phone:  951-260-9493 

OFFICE DEPOT 
Katie Escarzaga 
602 Orange Street 
Redlands, CA  92374 
Phone:  793-2563 

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

REDLANDS DIAMOND DISTRICT 
George Poli 
2054 W. Redlands Blvd #E-1 
Redlands, CA  92373 
Phone:  793-8393 

REDLANDS EXECUTIVE SUITES 
Jennifer Heichberger 
1255 W. Colton Avenue 
Redlands, CA  92374 
Phone:  363-4700 

SANTA CLAUS, INC. 
Aspen Sullivan 
P. O. Box 2542 
San Bernardino, CA  92406 
Phone:  885-0090 

S. B. VALLEY WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT 
Angie Quiroga 
1630 W. Redlands Blvd 
Redlands, CA  92373 
Phone:  793-2503 

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

STIFEL 
Elizabeth Baptista 
1910 Orange Tree Lane #110 
Redlands, CA  92374 
Phone:  307-8478 

THE ROCHFORD FOUNDATION – Burrage Mansion 
Ellen Timothy 
1205 W. Crescent Avenue 
Redlands, CA  92373 
Phone:  793-5251 

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

TOWERS & ASSOCIATES 
Jim Towers 
1447 Ford Street #200 
Redlands, CA  92374 Phone:  335-1735 

Redlands Chamber joins Inland Empire Chamber Alliance

The Inland Empire Economic Partnership (IEEP) has invited chambers throughout San Bernardino and Riverside Counties to form the Inland Empire Chamber Alliance. The association will learn about legislation under consideration by the California Legislature and U. S. Congress along with regulations being proposed by State and Federal Agencies responding in a unified voice on issues that have significant impact on the economy of the Inland Empire.

Representatives from alliance chambers will review and adopt positions. IEEP staff will track Specific issues presenting them to the IECA for discussion and position.

IEEP will provide funding and staffing for the IEAC. The organization will meet quarterly focusing On consensus-building, increased collaboration and coordinated action around high-level Economic development priorities affecting the business community.

The Redlands Chamber Board of Directors voted unanimously to join the Inland Empire Chamber Alliance and will designate a member of the Government Review Committee to represent the chamber at meetings. The first meeting is scheduled for March.

Doubletree Hotel by Hilton, San Bernardino, a hotel that meets your needs.

Located on restaurant row, DoubleTree by Hilton San Bernardino is an ideal venue for business and leisure travelers. Next to the 10-215 interchange, they are just minutes from the San Manuel Amphitheater, San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino, National Orange Show, Auto Club Speedway (NASCAR) and Ontario International Airport (ONT).

Enjoy the signature warm chocolate chip cookie on arrival. The comfortable guest rooms feature modern decor, complimentary WiFi, an HDTV, a work desk, tea and coffee making facilities and multiple phone lines. Upgrade to enjoy a mountain view and a store your drinks in the refrigerator. They also offer special offers for packages and exclusive savings.

Relax in the outdoor heated pool and hot tub, work on your exercise routine in the 24-hour fitness center or test your skills in the game room. The hotel offers over 10,000 sq. ft. of meeting and exhibit space for your event.

The Cutting Board, open daily for lunch and dinner, offers comfort food with a modern twist, a variety of beverages, micro brews, custom cocktails and outdoor patio seating. For breakfast, select from an expansive buffet or cooked-to-order meal in our Sunrise Room. They also have in-room dining service and The Bistro offers coffee, beverages or meals to go.

Highlights

• Centrally located, close to dining, attractions and businesses • On-site restaurants and lounge

• Heated outdoor pool and hot tub

• 10,000 sq. ft. of meeting space for up to 500 people, business center

• Comfortable, modern rooms with complimentary WiFi, some with mountain views

The San Bernardino hotel is close to dining, entertainment and businesses. Shop popular stores at Inland Center shopping center, less than 3 miles away or visit beautiful downtown Redlands to enjoy a varied selection of dinning possibilities and interesting boutique shops.

To make your reservations or check room rates and specials call, 909-889-0133 or log onto, www.doubletree.hilton.com.