Be prepared to talk about yourself

We’ve all heard the term “Elevator Speech” before but what exactly is that speech and when do we use it? It’s not confined to that three story or better ride in an Otis mechanical box but rather an opportunity to sell yourself, your business, service or product in a brief moment of time, it’s an opportunity that presents its self without notice.

It should be a window to your personality, and shouldn’t sound canned, it should sound conversational. The key to a successful “Elevator Speech” is simple; make it sound effortless, memorable and sincere. You need to sound confident and enthusiastic. Don’t rush through it and remember to smile. Don’t confuse your “audience” with industry jargon they may not understand and watch for clues that it’s time to wrap up before the listener “glazes over.”

If you are nervous about your “Elevator Speech” you might want to think about joining a public speaking group such as Toastmasters that will help you overcome the fear of public speaking whether to a crowd of hundreds or just one in an elevator.

Welcome New Chamber Members

BARICH & ASSOCIATES- MEGAN BARICH
Megan Barich
408 E. State Street, Suite C Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-0385
Fax: 335-8230
Web Site: www.barichandassoc.com

GENERAL TECHNIQUE COMPUTERS
Tamara Kawas
1426 Industrial Park Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 793-7400
Web Site: www.generaltechnique.com

JACKSON PENDO DEVELOPMENT HIGHLAND ESTATES
Liz Jackson
P. O. Box 1260 Bonita, CA 91908
Phone: 619-267-4904
Web Site: www.jacksonpendo.com

PAUL PRADO PHOTOGRAPHY
Paul Prado
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 816-0318
Web Site: www.paulpradophotography.com

REDLANDS EAST VALLEY HS GRIDIRON CLUB
Cat Pritchett P. O. Box 7720 Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 528-9148
Web Site: www.revfootball.org

STATE FARM INSURANCE
Evan Dieterich
1150 Brookside Avenue, Suite J4 Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 307-2160
Fax: 307-2162
Web Site: www.evandieterich.com

UNITED MOVING & STORAGE
Jeremy Williams
5015 Hallmark Pkwy San Bernardino, CA 92407
Phone: 880-8284
Web Site: www.united-moving.com

The Unforgettables Foundation – 3-Scissor Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening

Celebrating the opening of their new Redlands office, The Unforgettables Foundation, a 10- year non-profit will have a ribbon cutting ceremony/Grand Opening on Thursday, May 26 from 5-7 pm. The event will be held at Gateway Plaza, 345 W. Pearl Street, suite 230, above Eureka Burger and Mikan Restaurants. Three Chambers of Commerce – Redlands, Highland, and Loma Linda are collaborating.

The Unforgettables Foundation (TUF) serves grieving Inland Empire families by providing assistance for a dignified burial for their children. During the past 10 years they have assisted over 3,000 families.

The event will offer complimentary sushi, burgers, pizza, and taco samples as well as sodas. A no host bar will be available.

In attendance will be California State Assemblyman Mike Morrell, Redlands city council members, chamber leaders and other local dignitaries.

Subway #23694 …good food fair prices

Subway located at 1971 W Redlands Blvd., Suite D has been catering events for local businesses in Redlands for the last 6 years. Subway offers catering with 3 or 6 party subs and also party platters. Members of the Redlands Chamber will receive 15% off all catering orders and free delivery for orders above $50.

Subway prides themselves on a friendly and clean environment for the residents of Redlands to enjoy with a bonus of fair prices you can afford!

From the franchisees, to manager and crew leaders…they go the extra mile to make sure the customer leaves the store with a smile. Come in and treat your taste buds today!

CALENDAR OF EVENTS MAY 2011

May 6 (Friday) Rise N Shine Redlands Casa Loma Room, University of Redlands 7:00 AM

May 11 (Wednesday) Executive Board Meeting Chamber Office 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM

May 11 (Wednesday) Free Marketing Workshop How to Implement E-Commerce Redlands City Hall Council Chambers 35 Cajon St. Registration 798-7629 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

May 18 (Wednesday) Board of Directors Chamber Office 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM

May 18, (Wednesday) Free Marketing Workshop Low Cost Marketing- Networking Redlands City Hall Council Chambers 35 Cajon St. Registration 798-7629 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

May 19 (Thursday) Ambassador Meeting Chamber Office 8:00 AM

May 24 (Tuesday) BUSINESS TO BUSINESS NETWORKING 11:30 AM – Lunch 12:00 Noon Meeting Chamber Office

May 26 (Thursday) Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening The Unforgettable Foundation 345 W. Pearl Avenue, Ste 230 5 PM – 7:00 PM

Barchielli Fine Clothing brings custom design and tailoring to your closet

Barchielli Fine Clothing carries a wide selection of fine clothing for men, including suits, shirts, ties and other accessories.

Barchielli Fine Clothing wants you to look and feel your best. With an exclusive custom Master Tailor, Pierre, on the premises, you will experience personal and professional skills to help your clothing enhance your body type or figure. Whether you purchase a suit at the store, or bring in your favorite pair of jeans, Barchielli Fine Clothing guarantees satisfaction and fair pricing on every tailoring job. Not just for men, tailoring and alterations are available for women and children too.

Stop by and visit at 200 E. State Street or call, 798-0071 for an appointment.

Redlands Police discover new technology to track thieves

The Redlands Police Department (RPD) has taken a proactive approach to solving the robbery, commercial burglary, vehicle burglary, theft problem that has not only plagued our city, but the entire region. Recently the police department acquired a GPS tracking device sold by 3SI Security Systems on a trial basis. While the device was originally designed to fit inside a wad of United States currency, the police department removed the device from the currency and installed it in a broken laptop computer which was then placed in an unmarked vehicle and strategically placed throughout the city. During the first week of deployment, several items including the laptop computer were stolen from the locked vehicle. Once the computer was stolen, through the GPS tracking device an alert was sent directly to the Redlands Police Department’s dispatch center and officer’s cell phones. Dispatch was able to guide responding officers to the suspect’s location, and within five minutes, officers had arrested two people for vehicle burglary and recovered all of the stolen property.

RPD prides itself in collaborating with the business community. As a result, RPD wants to inform the businesses of Redlands about this new technology. If a business chooses to purchase the system, the GPS tracker will automatically link to the police dispatch center. If the business becomes a victim of robbery during the day or a burglary during the night and the suspect takes the “bait money”, police will instantly receive alerts indicating the theft. The chance of police tracking the suspects, making arrests, and recovering all of the stolen property greatly increases. The GPS tracker can be attached to safes and ATM devices, cash registers or any valuable piece of equipment that might be a target.

The Redlands Police Department has decided to purchase two tracking devices and has already received enthusiastic commitments from other organizations and businesses to purchase their own devices. The company selling the trackers has offered businesses in the Redlands that decide to purchase a law enforcement rate of $425.00 for the initial purchase and $30.00 per month service fee thereafter making the device affordable and effective. The service fee covers the cell phone connection for the GPS device. The police department is committed to solving crime when it occurs. As partners in that effort; the more businesses that possess the tracking devices the better the chances of apprehension, arrest and recovery.    If you have any questions regarding the police department’s use of this technology, please feel free to contact Lt. Travis Martinez at (909)557-6583 or tmartinez@redlandspolice.org. If you would like more information about the devices, visit 3SI Security’s website at www. 3sisecurity.com or call Scott Cade at (949)584-0415.

Chamber to launch new site

The Redlands Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the planned launch of its new comprehensive website, scheduled to debut in the next few weeks.

“We decided that it was time to completely redesign the website and provide a new current interactive site.” said Kathie Thurston, Executive Director, of the Chamber. “We’ve been wanting to do this for a long time and we were thrilled when Whitefrog offered to work with us to revamp and rebuild.”

The new site offers the chamber a much-needed vehicle to inform and educate members, and acts as the face of the chamber to those seeking information about Redlands online.

The new site is a major part of the chamber’s new communications plan, which will also employ social media, video and an e-newsletter.

“Communication has changed, and we realized we have to change how we communicate. We have to reach out on all platforms to best reach our membership, and the general public. This site is the catalyst for that change. We are excited about the opportunities it presents.”

Development of the new site comes courtesy of White Frog, a locally owned and operated branding, design, marketing and website development firm headquartered on Citrus Avenue. The firm recently developed new sites for the Redlands Bicycle Classic and the Lincoln Memorial Shrine. Owner Matthew Leeds and his team then put their energy into development of the new site for the chamber.

Intuitive navigation, a well-organized member directory and dramatically improved aesthetics are just the beginnings of what the new site has to offer.

“I am excited about the launch of our newly updated website.” said Chamber President Peter Lehmann, “It will be an excellent communication tool that will help us reach out to the membership and the community in general. The website has been transformed into an interactive site that will have web links, our newsletter, and various bells and whistles that will make you say “WOW”! Please join me in enjoying and utilizing our new, state of the art, online wonderland- the new Internet face of the Redlands Chamber of Commerce!”

The site will debut in June, watch for more details.

It’s a great day at Sanborn’s West Coast Heating and Air…..

That’s how everyone is greeted every time you call Sanborn’s West Coast Mechanical because they feel great knowing that they are giving their customers the services they deserve.

Geoff and Missy Sanborn own and operate Sanborn’s West Coast Mechanical located at 752 E. Citrus Avenue in Redlands. The Sanborn Family arrived in the area before turn of the century and has been a well known name in the Heating and Air Conditioning business since the mid 50’s. Geoff started in business in his teen years. He has gone from pushing a broom to President of the corporation and has over 35 years of experience. He continually educates himself and his employees with new information that gives him a complete understanding of how important it is to have team work offering his clients, dependable products, competitive prices and excellent costumer service.

West Coast Mechanical has highly trained installation teams and service technicians providing 24-hour service. They guarantee their work and promise to make their clients completely satisfied or they will fix it for FREE.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call West Coast Mechanical Heating and Air Conditioning at 793-1234.

Whitefrog a marketing firm leaping into the future

Whitefrog is a branding, design and marketing firm that creates powerful customer experiences for its clients. If you’re looking for ways to make your business leap, the crew invites you to learn what Whitefrog can do for you. Whitefrog offers a creative approach to the work they complete for their clients. Take a look at their portfolio on http://www.whitefrog.org/about/portfolio/ .

Whitefrog benefits the Redlands community by offering high-end services to local companies at rates lower that we charge to our national clients. Rather than trying to be all things to all people, Whitefrog works with its clients to define their brand based on the niche market strategy-appearing more focused by their target audiences.

Whitefrog takes time to learn about you and your business before they begin the creative process; this allows them to tailor their services to your unique situation.

The long-term business goal is to grow their local and national clientele for branding services, while keeping their business headquartered in the Redlands community. Please visit the Whitefrog website at http://www.whitefrog.org/ or stop by 19 E Citrus Avenue, Redlands 92373, 909-748-1525