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OCBC Responds to State Budget Proposal: Get It Done!
OCBC looks to the silver lining on the proposed budget deal—there is one, maybe even a couple. It appears there’s an attempt at a framework for a real solution that has been negotiated under the leadership of Governor Schwarzenegger with Legislative leaders of both parties. Yes, it has tax increases—in a troubled economy, this is not good—yet they do not target any one industry sector, but are levied on most of us and are proposed to be temporary. Yes, there are deep spending cuts and a spending cap proposal to help government growth get back in line with revenue receipts.
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USC’s Pete Carroll Inspires Business Leaders
at OCBC Annual Dinner: Compete to Succeed
USC Head Football Coach Pete Carroll shared his motivational wisdom at Orange County Business Council's 2009 Annual Dinner yesterday. The two-time National Champion presented a dynamic "Win Forever" keynote address. Welcomed by five lovely UCLA songleaders to the delight of Bruin fans, Coach Carroll spoke to nearly 700 suit-and-tie-clad business leaders. "All of us want to win, but wouldn't you want to win forever? It's finding out how good you can become at something and making it come to life," preached Carroll.
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OCBC Chairman Larry Buster Leads the Charge for 2009
OCBC Chairman Larry Buster looks to 2009 as a year of opportunity. The upbeat and optimistic approach set the tone for the Annual Dinner last week where Mr. Buster was sworn in as Chair.
“The Orange County Business Council is the leading voice of business in Orange County ,” Buster proclaimed. “As we look ahead to overcome the challenges before us, that voice is louder than ever.”
Buster, Vice President, County Manager of First American Title Company celebrates his 30th anniversary with the company starting back in 1979 as an Assistant Counsel with the legal department. Today his role has expanded to include oversight of both Orange County and San Diego operations.
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What Does Federal Economic Stimulus Mean for Southern California?
Tom McKernan, CEO of The Automobile Club of Southern California reports: The United States is poised to enact the largest economic stimulus package in history. The president and congressional leaders have told the nation they intend to use stimulus funds to upgrade roads, bridges, mass transit and other infrastructure - something most Americans agree should be a high priority. But so far, the reality is quite different from the rhetoric.
A substantial investment of stimulus funds in transportation would both create jobs in the near term and provide a lasting return to taxpayers and the economy by improving mobility and the movement of goods and services. Americans say they want their tax dollars spent on infrastructure. Politicians say they want to make infrastructure funding a priority. So what's the problem?
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OCBC Washington, D.C Advocacy Trip: March 9 - 11
Join OCBC for our annual advocacy trip to Washington, D.C., March 9 - 11 and help us, help you compete to succeed! OCBC joins with Access DC, and more than 20 business organizations with over 200 business leaders and elected officials from Southern California to highlight the region as an economic engine for the nation. For program highlights, click here.
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OCBC Being Honored as "Good Neighbor"
The Neighborhood Housing Services of Orange County (NHS OC) celebrates the 32nd Good Neighbor Awards Dinner and presents awards to individuals and organizations who continually make efforts to better sustain affordable workforce housing and display community leadership throughout Orange County.
OCBC is an award recipient this year for its work in advocating for workforce housing. Join NHS OC and OCBC in the celebration!
What: NHS OC 32nd Annual Good Neighbor Awards Dinner
When: Thursday, February 26, 2009
6 p.m. Reception | 7 p.m. Dinner
Where: Westminster Rose Center |
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OC Hispanic Chamber Honors OCBC's
Latino Educational Attainment Intiative
The Orange County Business Council is pleased to announce that its program, Latino Educational Attainment (LEA), is being honored by the Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce as Education Program of the year at the 2009 Estrella Awards.
This award is presented to an individual or organization that has demonstrated commitment to the Hispanic community through the support, advancement, and education of Hispanic youth, small business, and corporate partnerships to promote long-term academic and/or professional success. Representatives and community leaders from Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside and San Diego counties attend this event and support the Chamber’s overall goals of advancing the Hispanic community.
For more information about the award winning LEA initiative contact OCBC Director of Workforce Development Alicia Berhow.
What: OCHCC 2009 Estrella Awards
When: Saturday, April 25, 2009
Where: The Disneyland Hotel
1150 Magic Way, Anaheim
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Member Spotlight
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OCBC Offers Toshiba Direct Discounts!
OCBC members now receive Toshiba's employee discounts on industry-leading computer and consumer electronics products. Now through March 3, 2009, Toshiba Direct is offering OCBC members special savings up to $679 on projectors that make a difference you can see.
Visit www.store.toshiba.com/ocbc-aff or call 1.800.405.3704 and reference Program ID: PAOB to receive your discount! Contact OCBC Director of Communications Matt Prince for questions.
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Welcome New OCBC Investors!
IBM
IBM (NYSE: IBM) is a leading information technology company with global capabilities including services, software, hardware, fundamental research and financing.
www.ibm.com
Microsemi
Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq:MSCC) is a semiconductor manufacturer specializing in system-engineered integrated circuits and high reliability discrete devices in five broad markets: mobile connectivity, notebooks/monitors, medical, defense/aerospace and automotive.
www.microsemi.com
The Planning Center
The Planning Center provides imaginative solutions to challenges associated with urban growth and land development with services in community planning, design, environmental planning, environmental sciences, economics and school planning.
www.planningcenter.com
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Upcoming Events
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BIZPAC Honors Former Republican Senate Leader
Dick Ackerman
BIZPAC, the political action committee of OCBC, knows that an honored elected official leaving political office is a good excuse for a ROAST! Curt Pringle will emcee a spirited group of humorists to give Former Senate Republican Leader Dick Ackerman a heated send-off.
Date: April 23, 2009
Time: 5:30 pm reception
6:30 pm dinner and program
Place: Westin South Coast Plaza Hotel
Costa Mesa, CA
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Committee Meetings
February 2009
Workforce Development Committee
Wednesday, February 18, 2009 from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Government Affairs Committee
Friday, February 20, 2009 from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Community Colleges Working Group
Thursday, February 26, 2009 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
For more information on upcoming committee meetings for 2009 check out OCBC's Master Calendar.
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Community Events
Orange County Dropout Prevention Summit
Orange County United Way will host one of 100 national Dropout Prevention Summits Thursday at the Tiger Woods Learning Center to inform and engage the community about our local and national dropout rates; evaluate and learn from programs addressing the issue; get input from today’s youth as to why they are dropping out and develop action plans for Anaheim and Santa Ana in effort to increase the area’s high school graduation rates and ensure that young people are better prepared for college, work and life.
February 19, 2009 | 7:30 a.m. - noon
Tiger Woods Learning Center
1 Tiger Woods Way, Anaheim, CA 92801
The Dropout Prevention Summit is open to the general public and the cost to attend is $10. For more information, contact Laura Long, Orange County United Way’s Director of Youth Development at 949. 263.6150. To RSVP, contact Brandi Tatman at brandit@unitedwayoc.org.
California 2009: A Changing Landscape
Snell & Wilmer LLP invites you to join California State Assebmlyman Van Tran to explore emerging legal trends and recent developments in the California legislature that directly affect the real estate and construction markets.
February 19, 2009 | 4 - 5:30 p.m.
600 Anton Blvd., Suite 1400, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
For more information or to RSVP, contact cblackwell@swlaw.com.
Economic Crisis: Backdrop for Fiscal Reform in California
OC Forum invites you hear Thomas V. McKernan, CEO of Automobile Club of California, and Co-Chair of California Forward who will be joined by California Forward’s Executive Director James P. Mayer to share their reform plan that could result in smarter fiscal decisions and greater public trust.
March 4, 2009 | 11:30 a.m.
The Irvine Marriott
18000 Von Karman, Irvine, CA
For more information or to RSVP, contact OrangeCoForum@aol.com or 949.588.9884.
UCI's Paul Merage School of Business presents: Distinguished Speaker Series
Join the Merage School of Business as the Distinguished Speaker Series features Jim Caudill, President, Hardware & Home Improvement, Black & Decker. The Distinguished Speaker Series brings to campus key business leaders who address current business issues, leadership, ethics, and other relevant topics. The goal is to expose students to speakers who, by sharing their experiences and insights, will enhance student learning.
April 7, 2009 | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
UCI Student Center
Corner of West Peltason Dr. and Pereira Dr., Irvine, CA 92697
For information about sponsorship opportunities please contact Corporate Relations Office at 949-824-4530, or cltd@merage.uci.edu.
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