JULY 2018 – Chamber members renewing June 2018

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AEGIS TREATMENT CENTERS
Vincente Mozell
1889 W. Redlands Blvd
Redlands, CA 92373
818-206-0360

ALL FOUR PAWS PROFESSIONAL PET CARE
Elizabeth Kulbin
P. O. Box 1322
Redlands, CA 92373
380-1337

BARICH & ASSOCIATES – MEGAN BARICH
Megan Barich
1819 W. Redlands Blvd, Suite 104-D
Redlands, CA 92373
793-0385

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
Ricci Dula
1230 Indiana Court
Redlands, CA 92374
793-2463

BROWN, WHITE & OSBORN, LLP
Jack Osborn
300 E. State Street, Suite 668
Redlands, CA 92373
798-6179

COOPS COINS
Randy & Lauren Briggs
21 E. Redlands Blvd
Redlands, CA 92373
792-2511

COVENTRY PET RESORT & TRAINING CENTER
Deborah Salow
412 Tennessee Street
Redlands, CA 92373
792-1163

FIRESTONE COMPLETE AUTO CARE
Christopher Kerr
300 W. Redlands Blvd
Redlands, CA 92373
793-3373

GOOD NITE INN, INC.
Pamela Venganick
1675 Industrial Park Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
793-3723

HUDCO HEATING & AIR CONDITIONOING INC
Doug Hudco
12306 California
Yucaipa, CA 92399
797-2298

HUB INTERNATIONAL INSURANCE SERVICES, INC.
Beth Kolpien
470 E. Highland Avenue
Redlands, CA 92373
793-2373

INLAND PRESORT & MAILING SERVICES
Nick Chadasama
2025 W. Park Avenue, Suite 8
Redlands, CA 92373
307-1300

JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS
Ashani Peraji
10040 Alabama Street, Suite D
Redlands, CA 92374
798-5588

JOHN & CAROL JAMES
John & Carol James
Redlands, CA 92373

KENASTON FLOORING, INC
Kambel Kenaston
19835 Kendall Drive
San Bernardino, CA 92407
884-8788

KIWANIS CLUB (NOON)
Rick Foster
P. O. Box 1102
Redlands, CA 92375
748-0637

KONA ICE OF REDLANDS
Peggy & Chuck Martin
3340 Baffin Drive
Riverside, VA 92503
809-9294

LIFESTREAM
Cathy Grinnan
384 W. Orange Show Road
San Bernardino, CA 92408
885-6503

MINDSQUEEZECREATIVE
Theresa Jenning
P. O. Box 11288
San Bernardino, CA 92423
557-5049

NATIONAL ORANGE SHOW
Tisha Cable
689 South “E” Street
San Bernardino, CA 92408
888-6788

NOTHING BUNDT CAKES
Annamarie Megrdichian
540 W. Stuart Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
335-2253

REDLANDS AIRPORT ASSOCIATION
Ted Gablin
1745 Sessums Drive, Suite 1
Redlands, CA 92374
557-5292

REDLANDS AUTO ELECTRIC
Jim Cooper
1165 W. Park Avenue
Redlands, CA 92373
792-4776

REDLANDS DIAMOND DISTRICT
George Poli
2054 W. Redlands Blvd, Suite G-1
Redlands, CA 92373
793-8393

REDLANDS FAMILY DENTAL CENTER
Dr. Samir Tadha
1461 Ford Street, Suite 101
Redlands, CA 92373
793-0111

REDLANDS SPRINKLER
George Morrison
10756 Nevada Street
Redlands, CA 92373
798-2204

REDLANDS THEATRE FESTIVAL, INC
Cliff Cabanilia
P. O. Box 8055
Redlands, CA 92373
792-0688

ROK ‘N’ FONDUE
Marlisa Hodgin
25 E. State Street
Redlands, CA 92373
793-1919

RUSS HUSTON REAL ESTATE
Russ Huston
312 Brookside Avenue
Redlands, CA 92373
793-2748

SHIMOFF LAW CORPORATION, A
PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION
Ellen Weiss
4 W. Redlands Blvd, Second Floor
Redlands, CA 92373
792-8919

STATE STREET DENTAL
Courtney Mee
211 E. State Street
Redlands, CA 92373
748-7292

STORAGE WEST SELF STORAGE
Brina & Mike Limon
1680 W. Redlands Blvd
Redlands, CA 92373
792-5761

TEAMSTER LOCAL 1932
433 North Sierra Way
San Bernardino, CA 92410
889-8377

TOTALLY KIDS, INC
Doug Padgett
1720 Mountain View Avenue
Loma Linda, CA 92354
796-6915

TRIPLE EDGE FINANCIAL SERVICES
Lujan Catuegno
710 Brookside Avenue, Suite 9
Redlands, CA 92373
748-5747

VIEWPOINT FINANCIAL
Marvin Hudson
127 E. State Street
Redlands, CA 92373
335-7100

 

JUNE 2018 President’s article by Scott Welsh

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Be a Business Change Agent

125 years ago, when the Redlands Chamber of Commerce started as the Redlands Board of Trade, we were a radically different economy.  The burgeoning citrus industry brought wealth and opportunity to the area, and our town was at the epicenter.  The local Chamber members in those days were in charge of very important jobs like watering Orange and State, so horse and buggies would not create dust clouds.   Thank goodness for change.

In the ensuing years, we’ve seen enormous change.  Mostly good, some not so good.  We’ve changed from a mostly agro economy, to one that has embraced technology and thrives on our historical heritage.  I love this about Redlands.  We have remained respectful of our heritage while embracing the constant flow of change.  Without it, we would be just another ghost town.

This reminds us to take stock in our own “fruits”, and work on things we can change to help our businesses grow and adapt to a new world order.  Here are a few things to think about when embracing change:

  1. Learn how to Fail. Know anyone in business who has not failed?  Rare.  Successful entrepreneurs are always testing the boundaries of failure.  We have a gold star society that rewards participation.  Business is not so forgiving.  Failure can be good for you, but it requires risk. What happens when you don’t get what you want?  Experience. So, take a chance, try that new product, introduce that new menu item.  Expand your business. Try that new advertising method. Embrace digital.  The biggest failure in business?  Not showing up.
  2. Get out of your own way.  The biggest obstacle in growing your business many times is you.  Embracing change can be a potential blow to your ego. Get over that and approach change in a businesslike manner. If you spend your time dwelling on your failures, you will never be able to grow your win column. If a new direction or initiative is failing, get out, move on, don’t be emotional.  Failure is just a pothole on the road to success.  Embrace failure, and you are already successful.
  3. Baby Steps.  Begin with a plan and evaluate each step.  Take a small action toward your goal.  Break down your goal into small wins/losses.  Many times, small steps can help you adapt to wider change.  Need to embrace the digital world for your business? Begin with simple website, evaluate your customers’ needs/wants. Adapt your message to your customers. How will your website make them “feel”?  What do you want to happen?  Have a plan.
  4. Teach yourself.  What are you doing to develop within your industry? Do you attend trade shows, business networking, or engage in educational opportunities?  Do you come away from those events with actionable items and solid takeaways?  Have you identified the most successful businesses in your industry?  What are you doing to be like them or to beat them?  Successful entrepreneurs are always learning.

 

 

JUNE 2018 – State of the Community Luncheon June 22nd

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State of the Community Luncheon Friday June 22nd.

Don’t’ miss the annual opportunity to hear from the Mayor and Council Members about accomplishments, challenges and future plans at the State of the Community Luncheon, Friday, June 22nd, Orton Center, University of Redlands.

Chamber and City Staff have been meeting regularly with the Mayor in preparation for the event, sponsored by Alta Vista Credit Union, So Cal Gas, Ayres Hotel, Redlands Teamsters 1932, Beaver Medical Group, Redlands Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente, Welsh Insurance Services, Brixton Capital, Redlands Police Officers Association, Redlands Firefighters Association and Walmart.     

“Each year we sell out well in advance of the event.” said Kathie Thurston, Executive Director of the Redlands Chamber. “We fill the Orton Center and sadly have to turn down many requests once we reach capacity.”

Geared to the business audience the Mayor will address our future plans along with reflecting on the highlights of the past year.

Included in the program will be a very special video presentation, awards including the 2018 Beautification Award and 2018 Redlands Heroes Awards. The tradition has become one of the best attended gatherings throughout the year.

To reserve your place at the annual State of the Community Luncheon call the chamber office at 793-2546.

 

JUNE 2018 – Employee VS Independent Contractor

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Employee vs. Independent Contractor:  The High Cost of Mis-classification

With its April 30th decision in the Dynamex Operations West case, the California Supreme Court made it more difficult for California businesses to classify their workers as independent contractors.

The Redlands Chamber will host a business seminar, Thursday, June 7th, 7:30 AM at Alta Vista Credit Union, Community Room, presented by Mark Edwards and William Tooke of the Redlands law firm of Mirau Edwards, Cannon, Lewin & Tooke.

In a real-world oriented program, you will learn when you can, and more importantly when you cannot, treat workers as independent contractors.   You will also learn that misclassification can be costly, or even ruinous, to California employers.  Costs can include not only overtime, meal period and rest period wages, but penalties, liability for worker incurred costs, liability for the workers unpaid taxes, and responsibility for medical costs, rehabilitation expenses, and lost earnings if the misclassified worker is injured.

The two presenters, Edwards and Tooke, with a combined experience of more than 60 years practicing law, will help guide you through the complex, and perilous rules governing classification of workers as independent contractors vs. employees.

Reservations are needed, seating is limited, call the chamber office at 793-2546, no cost for chamber members, $25 for non-members.

 

JUNE 2018 – Member Profile – Mission Pediatrics

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Kid friendly and Grandma approved

Specializing in full-service pediatric care with 24-hour on-call hospital care, Mission Pediatric Inc. board certified pediatricians provide quality and accessible healthcare in the California cities of Riverside and Perris. The clinics are near the hospitals where their patients receive care, namely Riverside Community and Parkview Community. The medical director Timothy D. Watson, M.D.  was the 2015 President of the Riverside County Medical Association (RCMA).  Together, Dr. Tim Watson, Dr. Faize Mustafa-Infante, Dr. Alan Lee and Dr. Edilberto Agas provide patient care services within the clinics and local hospitals. Certified physician assistants, Kaneez Ali, Britta Barton, and Erin Nash-Fairfax along with nurse practitioner, Lauren Hunt assist the physicians in providing compassionate clinical services at both offices. They also provide 24-hour English and Spanish patient advice.

Mission Pediatrics Inc. is recognized in the community for its quality, excellence, ethics, compassion and caring service. They provide all by maintaining a culture of team work and conscientiousness and by strongly emphasizing teaching both to promote health and to prevent illness & disease.

Each provider on the team bears a special interest in maintaining access to include the underserved by gently treating each patient and their family with dignity and compassion.

Not only do they strive to be on the forefront of pediatric quality care by actively participating in multiple medical societies and in pediatric policy-making, they also aim to promote this message beyond the community.

Contact the Riverside office at 6926 Brockton Ave. Suite 6, 951 779-1670; the Perris office at,

215 W/ 4th Street Perris, 951-943-4751, or the San Bernardino Office at 1906 Commerce Center Dr. , 891-1913 – The Redlands Office is Coming Soon.

JUNE 2018 – Member Profile – The Proposal Bridal Boutique

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The Proposal Bridal Boutique helping make every bride say “I do” to the perfect dress.

Are you looking for that very special dress to walk down the aisle in… that one of a kind designer exclusive, The Proposal Bridal Boutique can help make you say “I do” to the bridal gown of your dreams.

Located at 330 N. 6th Street, the knowledgeable bridal experts at Proposal Bridal Boutique can answer your questions help you find the prefect, fit, fabric and feeling when it comes to your bridal gown.

The Proposal Bridal Boutique offers a wide variety of Bari Jay bridesmaid dresses to try on and special order in your size. Bari Jay bridesmaid dresses come in a variety of colors and styles so it’s easy to find a perfect match for your theme on your special day. Many of the Bari Jay dresses are perfect for the mother of the bride as will. With such a great variety and selection mothers can special order the prefect dress to compliment the brides day.

Store hours are Thursday and Friday, 11 AM to 6PM, Saturday and Sunday, 10 AM to 6 PM. Appointments can be scheduled by calling, 335-1789.

JUNE 2018 – New Chamber Members May 2018

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ACROSS THE BOARD GROUP
Afarah Board
422 So. La Salle Street
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 951-311-8142

BUSINESS BROTHERS
Christopher
500 No. Rainbow Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89107
Phone: 951-472-6677

CONNECT HEARING
Nadine Pascual
1725 Orange Tree Lane
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 307-8878

JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS
Ashani Pereji
400 W. Stuart
Redlands, CA 92374

L & L ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.
Leslie Irish
721 Nevada Street, Suite 307
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 335-9897

MICHAEL BROOKE SALON
Leslie Rinon
825 Tri City Center Drive
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 951-334-9134

PAWSITVELY MANNERED
Debbie Bradford
700 E. Redlands Blvd, Suite U, P. O. Box 229
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 910-7323

PC PLACE
Erwin Ferguson
414 E. Redlands Blvd
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 435-4220

REAL JOURNEY ACADEMIES
Dr. Jason Jimenez
1425 W. Foothill Blvd, Suite 100
Upland, CA 91786
Phone: 888-8458

SURFER JOE’S EATERY
Mike
2351 Lugonia Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 801-0481

THE ROYAL FALCONER BRITISH PUB
John Arroyo
106 Orange Street
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 307-8913

WILD GOOSE COFFEE ROASTERS
Nathan Westwick
2351 W. Lugonia Avenue, Suite J
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 478-0497

JUNE 2018 – Chamber Members Renewing May 2018

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AMERICAN LEGION POST 106
Sam Irwin
814 W. Colton Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 792-4523

CARLSON CHIROPRACTIC
Rick & Leilani Carlson
529 Cajon Street
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 798-3330

CASP (Certified Access Specialist)
Dan Kaiser
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 747-5296

CST ORGANIC RECYLCING
Scot Smith
1745 Sessums Drive, Suite 120
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  794-3476

DGA CONSULTING
Don Gee
Phone: 800-2984

EMERSON & FARRAR
Paul Emerson
27 E. State Street
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 798-5888

EMPIRE BOWLING CENTER, LLC
Will Mossontte
940 W. Colton Avenue
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  793-2525

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Dr. J. T. Greenleaf
1 East Olive
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-2118

HABIT FOR HUMANITY – RESTORE
25948 Business Center Drive
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 478-1176

HCH CONSTRUCTION
Frances Carter
404 E. Stuart Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 793-3022

HIGHLAND COMMUNITY NEWS
Larry Williams
27000 Baseline, Suite G
Highland, CA 92346
Phone: 862-1771

HIS HOUSE NEW CREATION
Tommy Vaughan
911 Church Street
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 942-9498

HOME INSTEAD SENIOR CARE
Kim Hicken
461 Tennessee, Suite O
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 370-0343

INLAND EMPIRE UNITED WAY
Gregory Bradband
9644 Hermosa Avenue
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Phone:  980-2857

LIFEHOUSE PRODUCTIONS
Wayne Scott
1135 No. Church Street
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 335-3037

MONTESSORI IN REDLANDS
Lisa Oliver
1890 Orange Avenue
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-6989

MOUNTAIN WEST FINANCIAL
Karen Hirsch
1209 Nevada Street, Suite 200
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 793-1500

NEW DAY SOLAR
Mary Carlson
23811 Washington Avenue, Suite C110, #224
Murrieta, CA 92562
Phone: 855-444-6329

NEW YORK LIFE
Erik Oshirp
300 E. State Street, Suite 206
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 307-9779

PAULSON ORTHODONTICS
Marcus Paulson DDS MS
219 Cajon Street
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-2603

PENCE CONSTRUCTION
Rick Pence
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 335-0423

RAYNES ] ERICKSON ATTORNEY AT LAW
Derek Raynes
300 E. State Street, Suite 690
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-6808

REDLANDS AUTO BODY AND FRAME
Tim Brown
705 W. Colton Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 798-1388

REDLANDS ELKS LODGE #583
Sam Trad
663 New York Street
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 793-4211

RITA SHAW & ASSOCIATES
Cerise Jennings Skeen
1107 Orange Street
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 856-9900

SOMERFORD PLACE
Debora Walls
1319 Brookside Avenue
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-9500

STB LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS
Shawn Burch
15 So. 5th Street
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 798-7490

THE COAT FAIRIES
Linda Hamrick
Beaumont, CA 92223
Phone: 562-355-0353

THE UPS STORE
Alvin Young
1508 Barton Road
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 335-0132

VANTAGEONE REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS LLC
Tom Robinson
4 Corporate Plaza Drive, Suite 210
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Phone: 949-631-8620

WHISKERS AND TAILS
Rachel Brown
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 520-0913

WHITEFROG DESIGN, LLC
Matt Leeds
24 E. Vine Street, Suite A
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 748-1525

WILLIAM F. ZIPRICK ATTORNEY AT LAW
William Ziprick
707 Brookside
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 255-8353

W. I. T. WINDOWS & DOORS
Mike De Does
402 W. Colton Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone:  792-6587

WYATT VIDEO
Bill Wyatt
31 W. Stuart Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 867-7163

 

MAY 2018 – Chamber schedules State of the Community luncheon

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The Redlands Chamber of Commerce will present the Annual State of the Community Luncheon, Friday, June 22nd, 12:00 PM at the Orton Center, University of Redlands. Sponsored by The Ayer’s Hotel, Alta Vista Credit Union, Redlands Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente, Southern California Gas Company, Welsh Insurance Services, Brixton Capital, Teamsters Local 1932, Redlands Professional Firefighters, and the Redlands Police Officers Association, the event allows Mayor Paul Foster and Council Members, to address the community, discuss council focus, and accomplishments and plans for the future.

“I am very excited and honored that the Chamber will once again host the State of the Community Luncheon.  This is a great example of the business community, private sector, and your local government coming together to showcase our current state of affairs.  If there is one gathering you must attend this year, this is it.” Said Scott Welsh, Chamber President.

Mayor Foster and Council will present the Annual Beautification Awards for 2018 along with the Redlands Heroes and Employee Heroes Awards 2018.

The cost of the luncheon is $40 per person, reservations are needed. The event has been sold out each year and is once again expected to be. For more information or to make your reservation call the Chamber office at 793-2546.

 

MAY 2018 – President’s article by Scott Welsh

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The great motivator Zig Ziglar penned a quote I’ll always remember: “You are a success when you have made friends with the past, are focused on the present, and are optimistic about your future”.  This time of year is a great time to check in on your business goals.  As business leaders we are often so focused on our daily tasks that we forget to check in on the big picture.  I often ask small business owners “so, how’s business”?  It’s easy to tell the ones who have goals.  They respond with things like “good, better than last year, or “we’re up over same month last year”.  Business will always do two things:  go up or go down. It’s important to take stock in your pacing to goal.  Corporate America is driven by metrics.  They use intricate methods and systems to help them determine important factors like share of business, pacing of their local market, and overall growth of their industry segment.  As small business owners, we don’t always have that information available, but we can set goals and timelines to help us stay on track.  Setting specific and measurable goals can be key to help your growth and track your marketing efforts. There are literally hundreds of approaches available with a little research.  Plan your work, work your plan.

The city of Redlands recently adopted its General Plan – a 20 year plan for everything from land use, housing, and beautification, to continuing a focus on preserving our historical heritage.  Not many of us have a 20 year plan, but an annual, or 3 to 5 year plan is doable!

What does the city plan mean for your business? Why is this important?  Find out by attending the Annual State of the Community Luncheon on June 22, 12:00pm at the Orton Center. The Chamber of Commerce hosts this sold out event each year to highlight where we’ve come from, and where are we going.   Mayor Paul Foster and our city leaders offer an inside look at how we are pacing to goal in recent years, and where we are headed.  The theme:  Keeping the Promise.  I am personally very excited each year to hear about our goals and focus of our community. It’s good to hear from our leadership about planning, implementing, and executing a worthwhile direction.  As the father of three young adults, I think it’s important to know how we are setting up our community for the next generation, and to know how I can position my business for the greatest success.  The program always includes special recognition to our local Heroes – people who stand out in serving our community and Annual Beautification Awards for commercial property improvement.  There is no doubt that if you can attend only one event this year – this is it.  It is a perfect example of the business community, private sector, and your local government coming together to showcase our current state of affairs.

The luncheon is sponsored by a host community focused businesses like The Ayre’s Hotel, Alta Vista Credit Union, Redlands Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente, Southern California Gas Company,
Welsh Insurance Services, Brixton Capital, Teamsters Local 1932, Redlands Professional Firefighters, and the Redlands Police Officers Association.  Get your tickets ($40 per person) as soon as they become available!  For more information or to make your reservation, checkout redlandschamber.org, or call the Chamber office at 909-793-2546.  They will sell out.

Here’s to achieving all your business goals in 2018.