Registration is now open for THRIVE and KICK It InTo OVERDRIVE: Business Solutions That Work  Symposium, February 19 & 20, 2010 at Cerritos College Student Center hosted by SELACO WIB, Cerritos College and the Long Beach SBDC. During this interactive 1 ½ day conference, attendees will examine best practices for their business continuity and growth; competitive advantages, unique practices that build lasting business legacies, leadership concepts that change people, mega resources and strategies to create a new plan for a new year!

The registration fee is $89.00 before January 15, $99.00 between January 16 and February 5 and $109.00 after Feb. 5th. So go on-line now to www.regonline.com and reserve your spot today. Benefit from 2 keynote luncheon speakers who will lead you through the maze of competition, performance and company culture. Choose from 18 different workshops that will offer ideas you can apply the minute you get back to your office. The conference registration fee covers all activities: 2 keynote luncheons, 18 workshops and panels, and a resource room. Lunch, continental breakfast, and break snacks to be provided by Cerritos College Culinary Arts School. You will also receive a Regional Business Resource Guide to help you find the help you need. It’s time to THRIVE!!

Hello!

I would like to take some time to introduce myself to the members and non-members of the great city of Bellflower. I was born and raised here in Bellflower and am a firm believer in this city and community. My family has been in business in this city for over 53 years and they have seen this city grew and changed.

I know that in this community we can all come together and help our city and our businesses grow. I would like to be that bridge, to help business and the city to come together and grow for the benefit of all. My goal for this year is to help make this Chamber stronger by promoting more for the businesses and to be a liaison between businesses and the City. I encourage you all to help fight this fight and to help all business and community come together. I am here for all the businesses in Bellflower. If you have any questions or issues to raise please contact the Chamber office. By joining together, we can all grow and prosper.

Sincerely,

Russell L. Rottigni
President
Bellflower Chamber of Commerce, 2009-2010

Case De Luna, a Café with a cause: Cares about the environment — serves only organic coffee and tea in porcelain dishes; Gives an open invitation for self-expression — asks local artists to paint their artwork on their walls, tries to create an atmosphere other than home or workplace to relax and meet friends; Community service oriented — organized Saturday running club, yoga group, reading club for children, and still very open to ideas on how to further extend their services to the community. Casa de Luna carries the largest selection of teas in the City (56 kinds). They have a private room for staff meetings, parties and the like. During full moon nights (Luna), buy one drink and get the second one half off. On Saturdays and Sundays waffles could be had—buy one get one free. To know more about Casa De Luna visit them at Belmont Street or call (562) 925-0509.