Member of the Month Archive

Vivian Atkinson Named November 2020 Member of the Month

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

Vivian Atkinson, branch owner of Express Employment Professionals, has been named the Greater Irvine Chamber Member of the Month for November 2020. A Chamber member since 2012, Atkinson holds leadership roles, including serving on the Board of Directors since 2018 and chairing the Ambassadors Committee, for which she has been a member since 2013. She has volunteered to conduct primary research on behalf of the Greater Irvine Chamber through several Business Outreach Rallies, including the virtual event held in August amid the Coronavirus-related shutdown. Atkinson spearheaded another outreach: coordinating Ambassadors to connect with difficult-to-reach Chamber members by telephone to access thei...

Destination Irvine Earns Smart Meetings’ Platinum Choice Award

Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Destination Irvine has earned a Platinum Choice Award by Smart Meetings, the nation’s leading meetings industry publisher and voice of inspiration for meeting professionals. Smart Meetings readers nominate hotels, conference centers, convention and visitors bureaus (CVB), and destination marketing organizations that consistently exceed expectations and help planners deliver on their goals. Destination Irvine is only one of five organizations in California to earn the distinction. “I am extremely proud of the Destination Irvine team and beyond grateful to all of our hoteliers for their continued support of our sales and marketing efforts,” said Wendy Haase, the organization’s vice president. “While COVID-1...

Antis Roofing & Waterproofing Returns as Greater Irvine Chamber 40-Under-40 Presenting Sponsor

Wednesday, November 04, 2020

Antis Roofing & Waterproofing is returning as the Presenting Sponsor of the Greater Irvine Chamber 40-Under-40 awards presentation, which will be delivered digitally on Thursday, Dec. 3, 12 – 1 p.m. “Yes, —it’s here again! Antis Roofing is thrilled to return as the Presenting Sponsor of the 2020 Greater Irvine Chamber 40-Under-40. These young leaders are making the wake! They’re not merely riding the wave, nor standing watching idly on the shore. They’re world-changers,” said Charles Antis, president, Antis Roofing & Waterproofing. During the presentation, the Greater Irvine Chamber will recognize the next generation of business leaders and advocates who are making strides in their industries and the busines...

Vincit Recognized as a Best Workplace in Orange County for Third Consecutive Year

Friday, October 30, 2020

Vincit has been selected by the Orange County Business Journal as one of the 2020 Best Places to Work in Orange County. This is the third year in a row Vincit has been honored. This county-wide awards program is designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best places of employment in Orange County, California; benefiting the county's economy, its workforce, and businesses. “We are very proud to have created a thriving work culture that allows employees to develop new skills, feel engaged, and have the autonomy to design their own paths,” said Ville Houttu, CEO of Vincit USA. “It has been an especially challengin...

Antis Roofing Receives Leadership Award From OC Hispanic Chamber

Monday, October 26, 2020

In its annual Hispanic Leadership Awards event earlier this month, the Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce announced Antis Roofing & Waterproofing as one of the recipients. This is notable for a Caucasian-owned company to be given an award typically reserved for Hispanic-owned businesses; however, nearly 90% of Antis’ employees are of Hispanic descent. The awards put particular emphasis on companies who have philanthropy and community outreach baked into their culture. “At the end of the day, it’s part of our responsibility to give back and make a difference in the community,” says last year’s Leadership Award recipient Albert Pujols, wh...

Community Heroes Recognized during Greater Irvine Chamber’s Virtual Celebrate Resilience Show

Monday, October 26, 2020

During its Celebrate Resilience awards presentation, the Greater Irvine Chamber recognized companies, organizations, and individuals that have made a positive impact on the greater Irvine community in response to the Coronavirus crisis. Congratulations to the 2020 Celebrate Resilience award recipients: Community Hero Chaplain Jeff Hetschel, Hoag Benefactor Award Google Fiber Community Impact Award OmniPrint International Community Impact Award B. Braun Community Impact Award Irvine Mayor Christina Shea and the Irvine City Council Corporate Responsibility Award FivePoint Corporate Responsibility Award University of California, Irvine Frontline Champion The Stand Frontline Champion Ampronix Innovation Award Second Harvest Food Bank Innovation Award Monica Pal Innovation Award Golden State Foods Nonprofit Hero Families Forward Partnership Hero UCI Beall Applied Innovation Service Award Genee Hansen Hospitality Award Wayne Lanthier, Hyatt House Supporting Celebrate Resilience are Presenting Sponsor: City of Hope Orange County; Sustainabilit...

Police Chief Mike Hamel and City of Irvine Employees Honored for Years of Service

Monday, October 26, 2020

The Irvine City Council recognized six employees for 25, 30, and 35 years of dedicated service to the City. City of Irvine employees work to keep the community safe, reduce Irvine’s carbon footprint, keep traffic flowing, and support events and activities for residents and visitors. Police Chief Mike Hamel, Irvine Police Department 25 Years of Service Irvine Police Chief Mike Hamel is a 27-year law enforcement veteran who has been with the Irvine Police Department since 1995. He is the first Irvine Police Chief to rise through the ranks from police officer to Chief. Chief Hamel began his law enforcement career in 199...

Families Forward Named District 74 Nonprofit of the Year

Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Every year the California Association of Nonprofits asks legislators to select an outstanding organization for recognition. Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris for Assembly District 74 has named Irvine-based and long-time Greater Irvine Chamber member Families Forward as its 2020 Nonprofit of the Year. While formal recognition is typically presented at a ceremony in the State Capitol, due to the pandemic, Families Forward was recognized during a Facebook Live Town Hall hosted by Petrie-Norris on Oct. 23. “For 36 years, Families Forward has helped families get back on their feet after facing unexpected crisis,” Petrie-Norris said. “I am so grateful to the team at Families Forwar...

Brian Dozer Named Greater Irvine Chamber October Member of the Month

Tuesday, October 06, 2020

Brian Dozer, president, Vital Link, has been named the Greater Irvine Chamber Member of the Month for October 2020. Since joining the Chamber in 2015, Dozer has become increasingly involved with the Chamber, holding various volunteer leadership roles on committees. He currently serves as co-chair of the Chamber’s Business & Workforce Development Committee (BWD). “I am extremely honored to receive this recognition from an organization and group of dedicated professionals that I hold in such high regard. The work that everyone does on the Business & Workforce Development Committee is so critical for our students, leaders, and businesses, especially in the curren...

Nominations Open for Greater Irvine Chamber’s 40-Under-40 Awards

Tuesday, October 06, 2020

The Greater Irvine Chamber will recognize 40 of Orange County’s best and brightest emerging professionals under the age of 40, during a virtual 40-Under-40 presentation on Thursday, Dec. 3, 12 – 1 p.m. Nominations are being accepted through Nov. 6 for professionals under the age of 40 who are making strides in their industries and the Orange County community. Nominees considered for 40-Under-40 recognition must: Be 39 years of age or younger on Dec. 3, 2020. Be employed by a business located or operating in Orange County. Have demonstrated leadership skills, integrity, and initiative. Nominate HERE The 40-Under-40 presentation is free to attend. Registration is required. Register HERE Anti...

Hoag Orthopedic Institute Receives Three Press Ganey Guardian Patient Experience Awards

Saturday, October 03, 2020

Hoag Orthopedic Institute (HOI), one of the largest providers of orthopedic care in the nation, has received three Press Ganey Patient Experience awards for 2020, including, the Guardian of Excellence® for Patient Experience for the seventh consecutive year, the Pinnacle of Excellence® for Patient Experience in HCAHPS for maintaining consistently high levels of excellence over multiple years, and the Pinnacle of Excellence® for Patient Experience in Inpatient for maintaining consistently high levels of excellence over multiple years. The Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award is a nationally recognized symbol of achievement in health care. Presented annually, the award honors clients who consistentl...

Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential People Includes Greater Irvine Chamber Members

Tuesday, September 29, 2020

Top executives from Greater Irvine Chamber member companies have been nominated for Modern Healthcare’s annual list of 100 most influential people in healthcare for 2020. The list recognizes exceptional leaders who have had the greatest impact on the healthcare industry in the United States. Gregory Adams, Chairman and CEO, Kaiser Permanente; Dr. Barry Arbuckle, President and CEO, MemorialCare Health System; Richard Gonzalez, Chairman and CEO, AbbVie (acquired Allergan); and Annette Walker, President, City of Hope Orange County, are among an elite group of 2020 nominees that are up for consideration. The list includes California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, former Vic...

Vincit: Best Tech Work Culture Award Finalist

Sunday, September 20, 2020

Software development and design company Vincit is a finalist for the 2020 Timmy Awards in the Best Tech Work Culture category. The Timmy Awards was created by Tech in Motion, an international event series with a mission to bring local tech communities together to meet, learn, and innovate. Tech in Motion awards program honors the year’s best tech startups, managers, and employers. As a Timmy Award finalist, Vincit is eligible for a Regional Community Favorite Award, determined through a vote by the general public. One vote a day may be cast and are being accepted HERE through Sept. 30. Regional Community Favorite...

Greater Irvine Chamber Awards Lifetime Membership to Sophia Alexander

Wednesday, September 16, 2020

The Greater Irvine Chamber has awarded Sophia Rose Alexander, former vice president of sales at 2010 Office Furniture, a Greater Irvine Chamber Lifetime Membership. Over the past eight years as a member of the Chamber, Rose Alexander has dedicated countless hours to serving the organization in various volunteer leadership roles and helping to expand the Chamber’s award-winning Leads Group program. “The Greater Irvine Chamber is pleased to recognize Sophia Rose with a lifetime membership. She has been instrumental in growing the Chamber’s Leads Group program, helping to create a space for our membership to form quality relationships, and meet people they trus...

Rima Nashishibi Honored by Rep. Lou Correa as a 2020 Women of the Year

Wednesday, September 09, 2020

Rima Nashishibi, co-chair of the Greater Irvine Chamber’s International Development Committee and president of Global Hope 365, has been named a 2020 Women of the Year by Rep. Lou Correa of California’s 46th District. Nashashibi will be formally recognized during the 2020 Women of the Year digital ceremony, Friday, Sept. 18, alongside a number of other exemplary women that live, work, or meaningfully impact the district. An internationally recognized speaker and political and community leader/activist, Nashashibi has publicly promoted tolerance, equal opportunity, and justice for persons of all genders, ethnicity, religious backgrounds, and political persuasions for more than 20 years. Nashashibi ha...

City of Hope Orange County is the Presenting Sponsor of the Greater Irvine Chamber’s Celebrate Resilience Awards

Wednesday, September 02, 2020

City of Hope Orange County is the Presenting Sponsor of the Greater Irvine Chamber’s Celebrate Resilience awards presentation, which will be delivered digitally on Thursday, Oct. 22, 12 – 1 p.m. “Thanks to many dedicated people, solid planning, and vibrant organizations like the Greater Irvine Chamber, Irvine continues to rise above challenges, including those of the present-day. We are thrilled to be the Presenting Sponsor for the Chamber’s Celebrate Resilience awards presentation, and to contribute to a healthier and even more impressive future for this great community,” Annette M. Walker, president, City of Hope Orange County. As a champion of strong community partnerships...

Fast Company Ranks Vincit a Best Workplace for Innovators

Wednesday, July 29, 2020

Vincit has been named one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators 2020 worldwide. The award identifies companies that empower employees at all levels to improve processes, create new products, or invent new ways of doing business. “To be recognized by Fast Company as a Best Workplace for Innovators among companies like Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Salesforce, is a true honor,” says Ville Houttu, CEO of Vincit USA. “Passion is one of our core values, and it is the key to innovation. I want to thank the team for taking ownership of their work, and encouraging a culture that is always open to new ideas.” Out o...

Greater Irvine Chamber Brings Home Top Awards from Executive Association

Wednesday, February 12, 2020

The Greater Irvine Chamber was honored with top awards by the Western Association of Chamber Executives (W.A.C.E.) for its communications accomplishments and portfolio in front of more than 400 attendees during the 2020 W.A.C.E. Conference in Portland, Oregon. The Chamber received the top honor of best Overall Communications Program Award, as well as first place in the E-Newsletter category for its Weekly Connection digital newsletter, and Special Merit in the Website category. Jessica Welch, vice president of operations, Greater Irvine Chamber, was recognized as a recently W.A.C.E. Accredited Chamber Executive for her own professional development, as well as encouraging that of other chambe...

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