The Journal <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2012</strong>24Events & ProgramsBoard Members and volunteerscame together with staff on June 21 tocelebrate another successful year for the<strong>Camarillo</strong> <strong>Chamber</strong> and its members.Among the pomp and circumstance <strong>of</strong>installing a new Board and recognizingretiring Board members, awards werepresented to outstanding volunteers.“We rely on our volunteers asmuch as any other not-for-pr<strong>of</strong>it organization,”said CEO Jennifer Wells.“Without our dedicated ambassadors,committeemembers,and board,we wouldsimply notbe able t<strong>of</strong>ulfill ourmission.”Awards presentedinclude the YoungPr<strong>of</strong>essionals GroupLeader <strong>of</strong> the Yearaward which wentto YPG Past-Chair Stephanie Reichmanfrom Airworks Solutions (picturedabove left), Ambassador <strong>of</strong> the Yearwhich was awarded to Gloria Mielefrom Optimal Development Coaching(pictured above right), and the KenCunningham Award which is given tothe Board member who goes out <strong>of</strong> his/her way to help the <strong>Chamber</strong> meet itsmission.“I was thrilled to surprise our outgoingChairman, Bob Taylor (right),with the Ken Cunningham Award,” said<strong>Chamber</strong> honors membersat the Annual MeetingWells. “Bob stepped in as Chair to fill apressing need last September and he hasbeen there every step <strong>of</strong> the way since;with advice, support and a winning attitude,Bob has been invaluable to the<strong>Chamber</strong>.”Taylor’s hands-on approach has apositive impact on everyone he comesin contact with, as proven by the wealth<strong>of</strong> certificates and plaques he received,as well as the kind and obviously heartfeltwords they were presented with byall <strong>of</strong> our local elected <strong>of</strong>ficials and theirrepresentatives. He has a long history<strong>of</strong> helping the community, volunteeringhis time, talent and treasures to suchorganizations as Pleasant Valley EducationFoundation, <strong>Camarillo</strong> Rotary, <strong>Camarillo</strong>Optimist Club and <strong>of</strong> course, the<strong>Camarillo</strong> <strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Commerce</strong>.Another group <strong>of</strong> supporters honoredat the luncheon were the Chairman’sCircle members. Chairman’sCircle consists <strong>of</strong> businesses that pledgea higher monetary support level thantheir regular dues level. Chairman’sCircle members sponsor the <strong>Chamber</strong>’sevents, programs and publications, andin doing so help the<strong>Chamber</strong> provide valuableservices to all memberbusinesses and theentire <strong>Camarillo</strong> community.Chairman’s Circlemembers honored include:Diamond Level– St. John’s PleasantValley Hospital; PlatinumLevel – Ventura County Star; GoldLevel – First California Bank and SageNetwork Inc; Silver Level– <strong>Camarillo</strong> ResidenceInn, Cobalt integrityTeam, Conejo MountainFuneral Home & MemorialPark, Courtyard byMarriott-<strong>Camarillo</strong>, E.J.Harrison & Sons, JohnnyRockets <strong>Camarillo</strong>,Roadrunner Shuttle, andSanta Barbara Bank &Trust; Bronze Level: Cal State ChannelIslands, Coastal Embroidery Inc,Edward Jones Investments-RichardWagner, Landegger Baron LavenantIngber, National University, Rabobank-<strong>Camarillo</strong>, Southern California Edison,and TOLD Corporation.The annual Meeting is also wherethe new Board and chairman are introducedto the membership. Taylor handedover the reigns <strong>of</strong> Chairmanship toCharles Sandlin (pictured above left),from Roadrunner Shuttle.“Charles is an enthusiastic youngman and he will be bringing a new andfresh perspective to the Board,” saidWells.The <strong>Chamber</strong> would like to thankall our members, supporters and friendsfor helping to make this last year amazing.We look forward to the <strong>2012</strong>/2013year being even better than ever!Below: <strong>Camarillo</strong> Health Care Districtrepresentatives Jane Rozanski(left) and Kara Partridge-Ralston(right) honored Bob Taylor (center)for his unending support <strong>of</strong> the<strong>Chamber</strong> and the <strong>Camarillo</strong> community,presenting him with aplaque and two wonderful, heartfeltspeeches.Above: Ashley Wagner(right) from SupervisorKathy Long’s <strong>of</strong>ficepresented Taylor with aCertificate <strong>of</strong> Appreciation.
Events & ProgramsLocal businesses show <strong>of</strong>f their Rock Starstyle at the Hampton Inn & Suites Expo<strong>Chamber</strong> member businesses wererocking-and-rolling at the Business RockStars Table Top Expo held May 31 at theHampton Inn & Suites in <strong>Camarillo</strong>. Almostall <strong>of</strong> the businesses that attendedreally got into the theme <strong>of</strong> the event,<strong>of</strong>f their goods and services to other businessesand attendees.But the expo wasn’t just about fun andgames. <strong>Chamber</strong> business expos are designedto help members make connectionswith potential clients and customers, encouragingboth businesses and residentsto shop locally to support our economy.The chamber plans on having several <strong>of</strong>these smaller table top expos each year toensure that all members have a chance toconnect witheach other andthe public. Thenext BusinessExpo will take place on September 22,<strong>2012</strong> as part <strong>of</strong> the all new Old Town MusicFest(formerly the Art & Jazz Festival).The MusicFest will be held in the fieldbehind 2220 E. Ventura Blvd adjacent tothe Studio Channel Islands Art Studios(formerly Los Primeros School) and willfeature music from the E Family featuringSheila E and 2011 American Idol semifinalistKendra Chantelle. In addition tothe concert and business expo, there willbe gourmet food trucks,wine tasting and a beergarden, and the art studioswill be open. For moreinfo or tickets visit Old-TownMusicFest.com.decorating their booths and tables andsome even showing up in costume. Thiswas the first time the <strong>Camarillo</strong> <strong>Chamber</strong>has held a themed expo, and the staff andBoard are quite pleased with the response.“Our members’ enthusiasm and goodnatures never cease to amaze me,” saidCEO Jennifer Wells. “I can honestly saywe have some <strong>of</strong> the most fun, excitingand dedicated members in all <strong>of</strong> VenturaCounty, and maybe even the State.”Almost every booth had somethingspecial to set them apart from the rest.Whether sporting a Jimmy Buffet Margaritavilletheme, a hard rocking grungetheme, 1950s Grease costumes, or rockstar glasses and glitter hats, every participantcame ready for a good time showingAbove: The ladies from Costcowon the Best Decorated Boothwith their juke box, records andmusical note decorations.Above: PODS reps brought out all theswag to give away at their expo booth.Above Top: Joe Martin (Bergin’s Automotive)checks out hte competition atthe Your Mechanic booth with Pat Mc-Collum.Top Left: Reps from Santa Barbara Bank& Trust enjoyed a fun afternoon minglingand connecting with others at the Expo.The Journal <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2012</strong>Proudly operating in <strong>Camarillo</strong> since 1975 SolarWorld.com ⋅ 805-388-659025
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