“The mission of the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce is to protect the free enterprise system, champion business, strive for a healthy economy and a better quality of life in our community”
Vol. 44, Issue #7 www.scchamber.com July 2018
IN THIS ISSUE...
Market with Purpose!...................3
Donations for Deployed Marines...........................................5 Social Media for Your Business............................................6
Chamber Fiesta Music Festival............................................8
Be A Part Of The Annual Community & Business
Resource Guide
DID YOU KNOW... Chamber made... direct referrals to Chamber
member businesses!Website traffic 24,458 visits
Visit our website: www.scchamber.com
Chairman Circle Sponsors
5 Core Compentencies of theSan Clemente Chamber of Commerce
Creating a Strong Local Economy Promoting the Community Providing Networking Opportunities to Build Business Relationships Representing the Interests of Business with Government Political Action
“The mission of the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce is to protect the free enterprise system, champion business, strive for a healthy economy and a better quality of life in our community”
Vol. 38, Issue #6 www.scchamber.com June 2012
IN THIS ISSUE...
Welcome Home Event for 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines....................2
Chamber Program Promotes Businesses....................................10
Street Festival Celebrates 59 Years............................................12
Fiesta Salsa Challenge..................14
Chamber Mapping a Course for Out-of-Town Customers
DID YOU KNOW... Chamber made...4,012 direct referrals to Chamber
member businesses!Website traffic 35,323visits & 377,397 hits!
In an effort to make sure visitors are informed of the many amenities San Clemente and the surrounding areas have to offer, we have produced the 7th Annual Visitors Guide with information regarding San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano and Dana Point. Information contained in the Guide will be included in the Chamber Website.
Visitor Guide
The Chamber receives approximately 125 visitors a week, to our office, seeking information on San Clemente and the adjacent vicinities. In addition, we send out over 40 Visitors & Tourism information packets through the mail, per week. Marketing the three cities together, guests realize that San Clemente is truly a destination municipality. As a result, visitors recognize the many features the area has to offer.
The Guide includes information pertinent to visitors and will feature member businesses that are relevant to the tourism market. This is a free member benefit.
Website & iPad
One of the elements of the Chamber website is “Visit San Clemente.” These pages contain information that is currently published in our Chamber’s Visitors Guide. In addition, the Guide was formatted to be utilized on the IPad.
The City of San Clemente and Council Members-Mayor Jim Evert, Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brown, Lori Donchak, Jim Dahl and Bob Baker, along with the City Manager George Scarborough are to be commended for seeing the vision and making this projects possible. In addition, special thanks to Shelly & Don Kindred, Kindred Associates for design, artwork & photos.
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San Clemente Chamber of Commerce
Creating a Strong Local Economy Promoting the Community Providing Networking Opportunities and Business Contacts Representing Business Interests to Government Political Action
The CBRG features pertinent City information. In addition, it includes a Chamber Membership Directory, which is an excellent resource for businesses and residents who want to do business with other community-spirited companies. We distribute more than 5,000 Community & Business Resource Guides annually that help guide purchasing decisions throughout the year. All Chamber members are listed, complimentary, both by alphabetical order and business category. The CBRG will be utilized by individuals and companies for Economic Development, Relocation and Travel and Tourism.
This benefit of membership is something we are very proud of. Recommend your clients and friends to the many businesses that support our community.
The Guide is another example of how your Chamber is promoting your business.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEChairman of the Board
Steve Ynzunza“Coast Property Handyman Services”
Vice ChairmanSusan Jennrich
“Outlets at San Clemente”Chief Financial Officer
Chuck Narey“Hayden, Narey & Persich, CPA”
Immediate Past ChairmanAntoine Price
“Café Mimosa”1st Vice Chairman
Burton Brown“Atomi Financial Group”
2nd Vice ChairmanRicky Rodriguez
“Rod’s Tree Service”
DIRECTORSJeff Bott
“Transportation Corridor Agencies”Nick Buchanan
“Cape Point Development, LLC”Mike Burke
“Burke Consulting”Pat Huber
“Rainbow Sandals”Nancy Hunt
“Keller Williams Realty”Don Kindred
“Kindred Associates”Lance Larson
“Larson Corporation”Mike Lomonaco
“Lomonaco Coast Plumbing”Stavros Lozano
“Inka Mama’s Peruvian Cuisine”Tony Struthers
“MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center”
James J. Wynne“Johnston Pacific Commercial Real
Estate, Inc.”Tim Brown
S.C. Council LiaisonSam Pelham
Camp Pendleton Liaison
CEO/PRESIDENTLynn Wood
TEAMArlen Flores, Production Specialist
Shauna Hunt, Community Outreach Director
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Promoting the Community
Fiesta salsa ChallengeCalling all Salsa Connoisseurs and Salsa Chefs…Don’t miss this year’s 65th Annual Fiesta Music Festival Salsa Challenge as it is bigger and better than ever. The cities finest salsa makers, restaurants and individuals, will convene to present their Salsa, which will be judged by the public and official judges. Based on the best tasting salsa, awards will be given out for:
•Best Individual (Prize awarded for 1st place)•Best Restaurant (Prize awarded for1st place)
Judges favorite salsa•Best Decorated Individual (Prize awarded for 1st place)•Best Decorated Restaurant (Prize awarded for 1st place)
Judges – Based on originality of costume & table decoration
•People’s Choice Individual (Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place)•People’s Choice Restaurant (Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place)
Public tasters favorite salsa
Salsa Sponsors Include: Three County Insurance Services, Echo Cart Services, Hayden, Narey & Persich, C.P.A., Neon Carrot Events, Awards ‘N More, Bow Wow Beautiful Pet Spa, Dewey’s T.V. & Home Appliances, Divel Insurance Agency, Evelyn McDonald-New American Funding, H.H. Cottons, Hybrid MD Urgent Care, Jack Gilliam-Premiere Properties Real Estate Group, taxpros+, San Clemente Journal & Starfish Signs & Graphics.
The search is on for the perfect salsa recipe. Set-up time for contestants is Saturday at 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. or day of event at 7:00 a.m. (must be completely set-up by 9 a.m.) Judging starts at 10:00 a.m. Public Tasting starts at 10:00 a.m. Tasting ends at approximately 2:00 p.m. or when the Salsa runs-out. Winners will be announced at 4:00 p.m. at Stage 3.
Tasting tickets will be sold to the public at $8.00 for six tastes. After the taster has tasted six salsas, he/she will write in their choice for Best Individual and Best Restaurant team (voting will officially end at 2:00 p.m.)
Restaurants and individuals are invited to participate. Event is limited to 20 entrants. Space assigned based on date of application, with payment, received. Entrants are required to make three gallons of homemade salsa. Applications and tickets are available at the San Clemente Chamber Office, 1231 Puerta Del Sol, Unit 200, 949-492-1131 or visit our website at www.scchamber.com.
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DONATIONS FOR DEPLOYED MARINES2ND BATTALION 4TH MARINES
SAN CLEMENTE ADOPTED MARINE CORPS UNIT
CARE PACKAGE IDEAS:• Baby wipes,• Hygiene items (tooth paste, shave cream, Lip Baum, disposable razors)• Snacks (beef jerky, candy, Pringles, nuts, cookies, combos, chez-it, trail mix)• Powderedcoffeecreamer• Deodorant• Dominos and playing cards• Blank Stationary• Basic board games • Individual drink mix• Protein bars or cookies• Tapatio or Cholula hot sauce.• AA and AAA batteries• Sunscreen
Thank you,
City of San ClementeChamber of CommerceWayne Eggleston, Marine Monument @ Park Semper Fi
Community Center110 N. Seville, SC
City Hall (front of elevator lobby)910 Calle Negocio, SC
Hermosa Sports Park (Aquatic Center)987 Vista Hermosa, SC
SC Chamber of Commerce1231 Puerts Del Sol, 200, SC
535 Ave. De La Estrella, SC
(Albertson’s Center by SCHS)806 Ave. Pico, SC
110 Ave. La Pata, SC
DROP OFF LOCATIONS:
San Clemente
2ND BATTALION 4TH MARINES SAN CLEMENTE ADOPTED MARINE CORPS UNIT
Hygiene items (tooth paste, shave cream, Lip Baum, disposable razors)Snacks (beef jerky, candy, Pringles, nuts, cookies, combos, chez-it, trail mix)
535 Ave. De La Estrella, SC
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Tuesday, July 10th | 8-9AM | chamber office
CRYSTAL BONHAM DCO CONSULTING
Crystal represents DCO Consulting, which
specializes in political, corporate, & non-profit
consulting, as well as digital marketing, film, and
PR. Crystal coaches SCHS Girl's Varsity Softball
and is a Spin instructor at GritCycle in Monarch
Beach and Anaheim Hills.
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THURSDAY, JULY 19, 20185:30PM - 7:30PM
MONARCH BEACH RESORTMembers of the Dana Point, Laguna Niguel, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano
Chambers of Commerce are invited to join us for our Annual inter-Chamber mixer, hosted by The Club at Monarch Beach.
Enjoy a taste of Monarch Beach Resort, with food expertly crafted by our own Executive Chef, Collin Thornton! Please come prepared to enjoy hosted cocktails, prize drawings, live music and networking
at its finest. Participants will experience the best of Monarch Beach Resort with fun interactive experiences by Monarch Beach Golf Links, Miraval Life in Balance Spa, and Dry Bar.
Guests may take advantage of preferred $9 Valet Parking at Monarch Beach Resort or utilize the Dana Point Trolley which stops in front of the Resort.
Please RSVP to the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce at danapointchamber.com or call 949-496-1555.
FEES/ADMISSION*$20 Early Bird Online Registration through Sunday July 15th
$25 Online Registration July 16th-July 18th $30 Onsite Registration
*Complimentary Mixer Tickets will not be accepted at this event
Members and Monarch Meet
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Promoting the Community
Chamber Fiesta Music Festival Member Sponsors on Board
It’s almost here - the San Clemente family fun festival of the year - The Fiesta Music Festival on August 12, 2018. Let us introduce the Sponsors that make this family event possible:
The 65th Anniversary Music Festival Presenting Sponsors: Left Coast Brewing Co., San Diego Gas & Electric, The City of San Clemente, CR&R Environmental Services, Dragon Alliance, Rainbow Sandals, MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center and Southern California Edison.
Contributing Sponsors: Rod’s Tree Service, The Volarè, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member, Café Mimosa, South Coast Distributing, Baskin Robbins, Stater Bros. Markets, San Clemente Times, Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop, Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches, Costco Wholesale, Three County Insurance Services, Echo Cart Services, Hayden, Narey & Persich, C.P.A., Neon Carrot Events, Awards ‘N More, Bow Wow Beautiful Pet Spa, Dewey’s T.V. & Home Appliances, Divel Insurance Agency, Evelyn McDonald-New American Funding, H.H. Cottons, Hybrid MD Urgent Care, Jack Gilliam-Premiere Properties Real Estate Group, taxpros+, San Clemente Journal & Starfish Signs & Graphics, KWAVE, Universal Press and the San Clemente High School.
Here’s a lineup of the something-for-everyone event, The Fiesta Music Festival, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the 100 and 200 blocks of Avenida Del Mar.
EntertainmentThe Chamber is proud to highlight the following Street Festival Bands: Turn the Page-Tribute to Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band, The Trip, Tunnel Vision, Daniel Bonte & The Bona Fide, Pier Pressure IV, Merissa Macchiorola-COA Performer, The Arts Project of Orange County, Adam’s Attic, Dale Hight Band, Brother Joe’s Venom, James Manning, Corey Angeli/The Unknown-COA Performers, Prodigal Sun, Wilfax, Rancor, Underhanded and more.
Additionally, there will be performances featuring the San Clemente Dance & Performing Arts Center, Underground Dance Company & The Arts Project of Orange County. Clowns, Jugglers and Face Painters will mingle with the crowd.
Food for All TastesThe food is all provided by local non-profit organizations. Remember as you munch that the money you spend to treat your taste buds stays right in your own community and contributes to many local philanthropic programs.
Salsa ChallengeWow! The Salsa Challenge is back and bigger than ever. The city’s finest salsa makers, restaurants and individuals, will convene to present their Salsa which will be judged by the public and official judges. Based on the best tasting salsa, awards will be given out for 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th place Best Individual, 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th place Best Restaurant, 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th place Best Decorated Booth Individual, 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th place Best Decorated Booth Restaurant, 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th place People’s Choice Individual and 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th place People’s Choice Restaurant. Public tasting for this event starts at 10:00 a.m. Winners are announced at 4:00 p.m. at Stage 3.
Contests and GamesContests and events, for all ages, are planned, including: Hula Hoop, Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches Sub-Eating Contest, Baskin Robbins Brain Freeze Ice Cream Eating, Jump Rope, The Tortilla Toss, Easter Egg Hunt, Costco Wholesale Diaper Derby, Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop Bubble Gum Blowing Contest and Stater Bros. Markets Pie Eating Contest.
Arts & Craft ExhibitThe Fiesta will feature an arts & craft show. This exhibit showcases hand-crafted and unique merchandise from talented individual from Southern California.
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Business ExpositionThe Fiesta will include a Members Only Business Exposition. What a great venue to market your business, and with a guaranteed audience. There is a nominal fee for the space and tables are provided. This is just another example of your Chamber working to help promote member businesses. This exposition is limited to members only and there will be limited entrants, so sign up soon.
Children’s ActivitiesThere are many special activities for children, featuring: Jump Houses, Children’s Zone, Contests, Face Painters, Balloon Art and more.
Motorcycle ShowMotorcycle enthusiasts will enjoy perusing the wide variety of motorcycles at this year’s Fiesta. Bikes from all over Southern California will compete in a myriad of categories.
Action Sports & Beach Lifestyle ExpositionThe Fiesta Action Sports & Beach Lifestyle Expo is dedicated to the action sports industry, providing a venue for buyers and manufactures to meet, sell, buy, exchange ideas, market and network. Show Categories include: Surf, Wake, SUP, Skate, Wind, Swim, Boutique, Resort and Performance.
ExhibitsThe United States Marines and the United States Airforce will all be displaying vehicles and information. Other exhibits include: Boarder Community Liaison Program, O.C. Sheriff’s Department Drug Education, Anaheim Ducks, San Diego Gas & Electric and many more
Marketing SpacesMarket your business to literally thousands of visitors in just one day, while enjoying the festivities. What a great way to obtain business exposure and promote your product or service.
SponsorshipSponsoring the Fiesta Street Festival is a tremendous opportunity to develop public awareness of your business and/or service. It also sends a message of your willingness to extend goodwill toward your community. The Chamber would be honored to market your enterprise at this family event.
Volunteer OpportunitiesWe need you! The Chamber has many volunteer positions available. For more information call (949) 492-1131.
Free Shuttle ParkingThis is just a taste of what you will find at the Annual Fiesta Music Festival. There is no admission fee, and free shuttle service will be available from the San Clemente High School, 700 Avenida Pico. To San Clemente High School-Exit Avenida Pico, head East (inland) to 700 Ave. Pico. The shuttle will run from 9:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m.
There you have it -- a great time for the entire family -- fun with your friends and folks visiting San Clemente and entertainment for every taste. It’s going to be a blast - see you at the Fiesta Music Festival!!
For more information call the Chamber office at (949) 492-1131 or visit our website at www.scchamber.com.
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Chamber Ambassadors
ChairmanBurton Brown
Capstone Affluent Strategies
Beth ApodacaCreative Angle
Ray ArochoCDA Law Center
Eric BergstromSanClementePatch.com
Kelly FinneySan Clemente Office Suites
Cindy HolmesCivilian
Tyler JohnsonChiropractic Center
Elaine KwohServpro San Clemente
Ben MedinaFriendly FixIT
Scott MelcherParadise Miniature Golf
Jerry QuinlanQuinlan Properties
Chamber Ambassadors
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Capstone Affluent Strategies
Beth ApodacaCreative Angle
Ray ArochoCDA Law Center
Eric BergstromSanClementePatch.com
Kelly FinneySan Clemente Office Suites
Cindy HolmesCivilian
Tyler JohnsonChiropractic Center
Elaine KwohServpro San Clemente
Ben MedinaFriendly FixIT
Scott MelcherParadise Miniature Golf
Jerry QuinlanQuinlan Properties
Chamber Ambassadors
ChairmanIsaac Camacho
Accurate Termite & Pest Control
Mrs. Beth ApodacaCreative Angle
Mrs. Shelly KindredSan Clemente Journal
Ben MedinaFriendly FixIT Mobile
Computer Services
Dr. Tyler JohnsonChiropractic Center
Debra OsborneColdwell Banker Beachside
Kelly FinneyColdwell Banker Beachside
Rick DivelDivel Insurance Agency
Daniella McCormickFarmers & Merchants Bank
Vicky WilsonLiberty Tax
Rosemary Murrieta-RadfordKeller Williams Realty
Andrew HansonGenerations Financial
Abigail GazdaHearts Unleashed
Erin BlakeH.H. Cottons
Diane KubasOutlets at San Clemente
Liz RobertsColdwell Banker Residential
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DeNault’s TrueValue Hardware is famous for its large selection and great customer service. The DeNault family owns and operates five stores in Southern California.
In 1956 Jim and Ruth DeNault opened the first store in San Clemente, California. The store was a success and the business grew along with the DeNault Family. All four of Jim and Ruth’s sons entered into the family business and continue to run the stores today. Now a third generation of DeNault’s can be found helping customers and working in the family business.
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Upcoming Chamber Meetings & Activities...
Wednesday, July 4 – Independence Day Celebration - Fireworks at the S.C. Pier at dusk
Tuesday, July 10 – Educational Seminar “Marketing on Social Media” at the Chamber office,1231 Puerta Del Sol, 200 at 8:00 a.m. Event is complimentary
Thursday, July 12 – Business Council at the Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club at 12:00 p.m.
Friday, July 13 – Board meeting held at Chamber office at 7:30 a.m.
Friday, July 13 – Membership Orientation at San Clemente Chamber, 1231 Puerta Del Sol, 200 at 12:00 p.m. Lunch courtesy of BallPark Pizza San Clemente.
Thursday, July 19 – “Chamber Connections” Quad Chamber Mixer hosted by Monarch Beach Resort,1 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point at 5:30 p.m. $20 Early Bird Online Registration through Sunday July 15th, $25 Online Registration July 16th-July 18th, $30 Onsite Registration.
Friday, July 20 – Ribbon Cutting at The Beach Company, 132 Ave. Del Mar at 11:30 a.m.
Saturday, July 21 & Sunday, July 22 – Ocean Festival at the SC Pier
Wednesday, July 25 – Educational Workshop – “One Page Marketing Plan” at the Chamber officeat 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m., Required to RSVP one business per category allowed. Contact Arlen Flores at [email protected]
Thursday, July 26 - Networking Luncheon at Taka-O Japanese Restaurant, 425 N. El Camino Real at 11:30 a.m. Price is $20.00 (cost of lunch)
Friday, July 27 – Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting at Keller Williams OC Coastal Realty, 635 Camino de los Mares, 3d Floor, San Clemente at 11:30 a.m.
Save the Date:
Sunday, August 12 – Fiesta Music Festival on Ave. Del Mar from 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 6 – “Chamber Connections” Networking event hosted by Ruby’s Diner,101 W. Avenida Vista Hermosa, 600 at 5:30 p.m. Member rate $10.00-Prospective Member rate is $20.00.
Note: At all Chamber events, we will be accepting donations of NEW toys for children and/or gift certificates for Marines ~