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David Feldberg Earns 2019-Q2 Rainmaker Award with More Than $1 Million in Closed Business

Wednesday, July 10, 2019

David Feldberg has earned the Greater Irvine Chamber’s title of Rainmaker for the second quarter in 2019 with $1,392,244 in closed business. His performance in the Wednesday Leads Group contributed to the group’s total of $2,184,637, making it the top-earning Leads Groups for total closed business during the period. “As a direct result of joining the Greater Irvine Chamber Leads Group, I have referred and closed some great business,” said Feldberg. “My number one priority is keeping my clients happy. Through the Leads Group program I have had the opportunity to connect my clients with fellow professionals that I know, like, and...

Cox Enterprises and The Trust for Public Land Accepting Nominations for Cox Conserves Heroes Awards

Wednesday, July 03, 2019

Cox Enterprises and The Trust for Public Land have opened the nomination process for the Cox Conserves Heroes program. The program serves to honor environmental volunteers who create, preserve, or enhance shared outdoor spaces in their local communities. Celebrating its 11th year, the Cox Conserves Heroes program accepts nominations in nine select markets: Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Virginia, and Washington. A panel of local and environmental leaders will select the winner in each market. The winners will then become candidates for the national title. In Orange County and Palos Verdes, the Cox Conserves Heroes program is supported by Cox...

TCA Boards of Directors Approve FY20 Capital Improvement Plan

Wednesday, July 03, 2019

At its regularly scheduled board meeting, the Foothill/Eastern Transportation Corridor Agency (F/ETCA) and San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor Agency (SJHTCA) unanimously approved the Transportation Corridor Agencies’ (TCA) Fiscal Year 2020 (FY20) Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for Orange County’s 51-miles of Toll Roads. The CIP is updated annually and details the status, cost and schedule of capital projects that ensure a free flow condition is maintained on the 73, 133, 241 and 261 Toll Roads. Currently, more than $140 million in local partnership projects – Oso Parkway Bridge and Los Patrones Parkway – are under construction, with funding provided by TCA. The...

Diamond Jamboree Joins Greater Irvine Chamber Leaders Circle

Tuesday, July 02, 2019

Diamond Jamboree Shopping Center has joined the Greater Irvine Chamber Leaders Circle as a bronze-level sponsor. A member of the Greater Irvine Chamber since 2006, Diamond Jamboree in June joined the Leaders Circle group for opportunities to become further involved in the Irvine community as the shopping center continues to expand its diverse food, retail, and entertainment offerings to the Orange County area. Diamond Jamboree Shopping Center is an international retail center located in Irvine at Alton Pkwy. and Jamboree Rd., where residents and visitors meet for a range of services and dining options to please every palate. A unique Southern California...

Irvine Organizations, Individuals Presented with Annual Business Awards at Celebrate Irvine

Tuesday, July 02, 2019

The Greater Irvine Chamber formally recognized organizations and individuals in Irvine for community service, volunteerism, and the best traditions of good corporate citizenship during the organization’s Celebrate Irvine luncheon, hosted in partnership with the City of Irvine. “The work of organizations throughout Irvine are a vital component of the Irvine Master Plan. Set forth more than half a century ago, the Master Plan ensures economic prosperity in our region,” said Bryan Starr, President and CEO, Greater Irvine Chamber. “We are proud to recognize a few of the many organizations and individuals who are achieving excellence while making significant contributions to the...

Bruce Greenberg Named Greater Irvine Chamber June Member of the Month

Friday, June 28, 2019

Bruce Greenberg of Bruce Greenburg Consulting, has been named the June 2019 Greater Irvine Chamber Member of the Month. “I’ve learned so much about organization and networking over the last 29 years of membership in the Chamber,” Greenberg said. “The Chamber opened the door to millions of dollars in revenue based on the relationships I developed here.” Since joining the Chamber in 1990, Greenberg has been involved with various Chamber groups including the Spirit of Irvine Committee, Finance Committee, Cybersecurity Task Force, and, the Wednesday Leads Group, where he recently became a co-chair. He also served on the Chamber’s Board of Directors...

Orange County’s Toll Roads Send New Free Sticker Transponders to 700,000+ FasTrak Accountholders

Wednesday, June 19, 2019

Beginning this month, Greater Irvine Chamber Leaders Circle member The Toll Roads of Orange County are mailing 15,000 new sticker transponders per weekday to FasTrak accountholders to replace the hard-case transponders currently in use. The new transparent, bandage-size transponder is free and adheres to the inside of a windshield to collect tolls. Communication began in April, notifying more than 650,000 FasTrak accountholders of the approaching introduction of sticker transponders by sending an informational postcard and issuing new license agreements. Customers will receive one sticker transponder for each vehicle listed on the account. Equipped with state-mandated technology, the new sticker transponder works on...

Thousands of Community Members Gather at the Orange County Great Park in Irvine to Celebrate Opening of Great Park Trails

Tuesday, June 18, 2019

FivePoint, along with the City of Irvine, celebrated the opening of Great Park Trails by gathering thousands of community members to exchange high-fives along the entire length of the nearly 1.5-mile trail during the June 15 Great High Five and Bosque Celebration. The region’s newest trail, park, and natural landscape was built and funded by FivePoint, and is now owned and operated by the City of Irvine within the Orange County Great Park. “A high-five is a symbol of celebration and congratulations – and we congratulate the City of Irvine for setting the tone and taking leadership as a city to demonstrate...

Rima Nashashibi Honored with Joseph R. Haiek Lifetime Achievement Award

Monday, June 03, 2019

The Arab American Civic Council has honored longtime Arab American community leader, and recipient of the Greater Irvine Chamber 2017 Partner of the Year award, Rima Nashashibi, with the Joseph R. Haiek Lifetime Achievement Award. Nashashibi was formally recognized during the Arab American Heritage Gala in April. “It is an honor and a privilege to receive this life time achievement award. It’s especially meaningful, because I’m doing what I love—empowering individuals including women and girls and communities," Nashashibi said. Nashashibi, president of Global Hope 365 and a partner at SelectFirst Insurances Services—a boutique agency providing insurance coverages to businesses, is an internationally recognized speaker and...

Tarana Nabizada Named Greater Irvine Chamber June 2019 Ambassador of the Month

Saturday, June 01, 2019

Tarana Nabizada, of doTERRA International, LLC, has been named the June 2019 Greater Irvine Chamber Ambassador of the Month for her high level of engagement in Chamber events and activities. A Chamber member since 2017, Nabizada participates in the Ambassadors Committee and the Tuesday Leads Group, for which she serves as co-chair. “The Chamber has been a critical piece in growing my business,” Nabizada said. “It is well structured and provides numerous outlets for members to network. It’s an honor to serve the Chamber community as an Ambassador and co-chair of the Tuesday Leads Group.” Nabizada regularly attends Chamber events including After Hours...

Boscogen Celebrates 25 Years in Irvine

Friday, May 31, 2019

Boscogen Inc., a manufacturer and global distributor of premium quality nutritional supplements, has recently celebrated its 25th anniversary of doing business in Irvine. A Greater Irvine Chamber member since 2012, Boscogen regularly utilizes the Chamber’s export assistance services as part of their exporting process. Boscogen in 2012 received a Presidential “E” Award for excellence in exporting. Boscogen Vice President Lynae Chang was a featured Export Success Panelist for the Chamber’s 2015 Orange County World Trade Week Breakfast and Forum. “Boscogen has been a valued partner of the Chamber, and Lynae has been especially generous in sharing details of her experience in exporting to...

Anthony Cosenza Named Greater Irvine Chamber May Member of the Month

Thursday, May 30, 2019

Anthony Consenza, MBA and online degree admissions counselor and recruiter for Concordia University, Irvine, has been named the May 2019 Greater Irvine Chamber Member of the Month. Consenza’s recognition follows his continued involvement in Chamber events and activities since joining in 2011. “The business connections, building of a solid business referral network, and ability to develop professionally have all been invaluable resources from my membership with the Greater Irvine Chamber,” Consenza said. Cosenza has served on the Chamber’s Board of Directors since 2017, and chaired the organization’s Emerging Business Leaders Council for two years. Cosenza is a regular attendee at Chamber signature events,...

Joe Alvarez Named Greater Irvine Chamber May 2019 Ambassador of the Month

Wednesday, May 01, 2019

For his high-level of engagement, Joe Alvarez of Cybersecurity and Cost Management Group has been named the May 2019 Greater Irvine Chamber Ambassador of the Month. Since joining the Chamber in 2016, Alvarez has joined several committees and groups including the International Development Committee, and the Wednesday Morning Leads Group, for which he serves as chair and Leads Group trainer. As an Ambassador Committee Team Lead, Alvarez is responsible for encouraging and motivating his team, and assisting with mentorship as new Ambassadors join. “During my time as an Ambassador for the Greater Irvine Chamber, I have built business relationships and friendships within the...

UCI Applied Innovation Collaborates with Netherlands Health Campus for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Wednesday, May 01, 2019

With a vision to help make Orange County a national and global leader in scalable innovation, UCI Applied Innovation recently entered into the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Collaborative Agreement with Brightlands Maastricht Health Campus of the Netherlands. The agreement was formally signed by Richard Sudek, chief innovation officer and executive director, UCI Applied Innovation, and Jan Cobbenhagen, CEO, Brightlands Maastricht Health Campus, during a ceremony commemorating the partnership. The signing of the agreement was followed by a ribbon cutting ceremony, led by Gerbert Kunst, Counsul General of the Netherlands, to celebrate the opening of their office at UCI Applied Innovation. The event recognized...

Jeannine Arrington Named Greater Irvine Chamber April Member of the Month

Tuesday, April 30, 2019

Jeannine Arrington, of LegalShield, has been named the April 2019 Greater Irvine Chamber Member of the Month. Arrington’s continued involvement in Chamber events and activities have earned her the recognition. “The Greater Irvine Chamber has been beneficial in many ways, from growing my network and becoming more comfortable speaking in public, to growing professionally. I truly enjoy meeting new people at the many events and committees the Chamber has to offer, and helping people grow their business is very fun and rewarding,” Arrington said. Arrington has regularly attended Chamber signature events including Business Outlook, Orange County World Trade Week, Celebrate Irvine, Legends...

UCI Renews as Greater Irvine Chamber Leaders Circle Gold Sponsor

Wednesday, April 24, 2019

University of California, Irvine (UCI) recently renewed as a Greater Irvine Chamber Leaders Circle gold-level sponsor. Founded in 1965, UCI is the youngest member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. The campus has produced three Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, and innovation. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UCI has more than 36,000 students and offers 222 degree programs. Located in Irvine – one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities – UCI is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $5 billion annually to the local economy. Leaders Circle members of the Greater Irvine Chamber are among the...

Pretend City Offers Early Childhood Education Program to OC Businesses

Friday, April 12, 2019

Pretend City Children’s Museum recently launched, Screen, Play and Ready (SPR) to improve Orange County’s kindergarten readiness by increasing awareness of and participation in developmental screenings for children in their first 5 years. SPR provides a free Lunch and Learn program to businesses in Orange County to educate parents and caregivers on understanding early childhood development, increase regularly completed developmental screenings and provide referrals as needed, set the pattern for parents to continue regular screenings, and reduce the number of children who are not considered ready for kindergarten. The Early Development Index (EDI) data released last year from First Five/Children and...

Joe Alvarez Named Greater Irvine Chamber March 2019 Member of the Month

Tuesday, April 09, 2019

Joe Alvarez, a cybersecurity specialist for Cybersecurity and Cost Management Group, has been named the Greater Irvine Chamber Member of the Month for March 2019. Alvarez has become increasingly engaged in Chamber activities and groups since becoming a member in 2016. Joining the Ambassadors Committee and moving on to become a Team Lead for the group, he takes the lead role in welcoming new members to the Chamber and helping existing members remain active and involved. Recently, Alvarez was appointed to the Leads Group Task Force as a networking trainer. In this role, he trains all Leads Group participants on networking tips...

Horizon Consumer Science Renews as Greater Irvine Chamber Silver-level Leaders Circle Sponsor

Friday, April 05, 2019

Horizon Consumer Science has renewed its Greater Irvine Chamber Leaders Circle silver-level sponsorship. “As a member of the Leaders Circle at the Greater Irvine Chamber, Horizon has been able to connect with like-minded executives, make mutually beneficial relationships and gain understanding on how its services can positively impact the needs of the local business community,” said Dr. Ian Cesa, president and CEO, Horizon Consumer Science. “We continue to engage the Irvine and OC business community with a view to helping them ask the right questions, and get them the right answers to their business and data problems. Helping companies get the right answers...

Thomas Lotts Named Greater Irvine Chamber April 2019 Ambassador of the Month

Monday, April 01, 2019

Thomas Lotts, agent, New York Life, has been named the April 2019 Greater Irvine Chamber Ambassador of the Month for his high level of engagement in Chamber events and committees. “The Chamber is a unique platform that has enabled me, as a business owner, to create a presence in the local community, to grow my business and to keep pushing its boundaries of success, by establishing alliances, relationships, and friendships that have certainly transcended my business,” Lotts said. To stay active and involved, Thomas Lotts attends Chamber signature events Business Outlook, Orange County World Trade Week, as well as Networkers Luncheons, Evening...

Emily Hilker Named Greater Irvine Chamber February 2019 Member of the Month

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

Emily Hilker, walk director for Alzheimer’s Association, has been named the Greater Irvine Chamber Member of the Month for February 2019. Hilker’s increased engagement in Chamber events and activities since she joined in 2018 has made her an obvious choice for the recognition. She serves on the Chamber’s Women of Influence Committee, assisting in the planning of the annual Women of Influence event, and coordinate community outreach efforts aimed at empowering women and supporting local nonprofit organizations. “I am grateful for the opportunity to serve on the Women of Influence Committee and to get to know such wonderful individuals that are passionate...

Carla Aylesworth Named Greater Irvine Chamber January 2019 Member of the Month

Wednesday, January 16, 2019

Carla Aylesworth, regional director of venue sales for Live Nation – FivePoint Amphitheatre, has been named as the Greater Irvine Chamber Member of the Month for January 2019. Aylesworth joined the Chamber in 2017, soon thereafter becoming a member of the Wednesday Leads Group, a group that directly contributes to the economic vitality of the greater Irvine area by exchanging referrals and leads with fellow Leads Group members. Each Leads Group comprises 25-30 individuals that meet twice a month in non-competing industries to help each other with selling techniques, presentation skills, recruiting, strategic partnerships, referral exchange, professional relationships and more. “I’ve met some...

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