Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce

Our Regional Economic Forecast was a success. Special thanks to our speakers Kuma Roberts and Matthew Fienup for their compelling and informative presentations. We'd also like to recognize our Chamber Members and those who participated in our programming this year! If you missed this year's Forecast, check out the recap: https://www.theacorn.com/a/the-case-for-business-diversity/

Los Angeles County has moved into the Yellow Tier. Some changes to the capacities are allowed for certain businesses as listed below. Note: Businesses must be able to mask and social distance at the specified capacity. Bars Indoors at 25% or 100 people, whichever is less... Family Entertainment Centers Indoor max 50% capacity Gyms Indoors at 50% capacity Hair Salons & Barber Shops (No change) Open Indoors at 75% Movie Theaters Indoors at 50% Museums Indoors at 75% capacity Offices (No change) Open indoors at 75%, telework encouraged Personal Care Services (No change) Open indoors at 75% Restaurants Indoors at 50% capacity Retail Stores Indoors at 75% Shopping Centers & Malls Indoors at 75%, Food courts at restaurant capacity (50%) Wineries & Breweries Indoors at 50% or 200 people, whichever is less For additional guidance information, go to: http://publichealth.lacounty.gov//Corona/reopening-la.htm

Be sure to join us for The Virtual Breakfast Sponsored by Premier America tomorrow morning at 8:30 AM! To be included on the Hot Sheet, members must register by 1 PM TODAY! Don't miss your chance for a 20-second intro of your business and an entry into our raffle, brought to you by our sponsor. $5 for Members... $15 for Non-Members See You There!

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Los Agaves Restaurant by ordering Family Meals and Margaritas to go! They are offering delicious fresh tacos, enchiladas and so much more, starting at $35. Place your order today by visiting https://los-agaves.com/order

Our Member Barrister Executive Suites, Inc is now hiring! They’re seeking energetic & professional individuals who are interested in long-term career growth with a great company! Barrister has receptionist positions available in Westlake Village and Woodland Hills! Excellent benefits including 15% 401k match! Email [email protected] today! #barristersuites #employment #receptionist

DojoBoom IS OPEN AND READY FOR YOU! What an exciting way to put a little BOUNCE in your weekend!

Join us at the SAG-AFTRA Foundation LA Golf Classic on Monday, June 14th in Westlake Village. Your foursome will be teamed with a celebrity for a round of golf that raises funds for a worthy cause. Team sponsorships ($10,000) and a limited number of private foursomes ($5,000) are available. Email [email protected] for more info!

Capitol Connection - California Plans to Eliminate the Colored Tier System on June 15th If you like this video, please give us a Like, Share or Comment. Thanks! Video Links:... 1- https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=209&v=ZthwAnnUK38 1- https://www.cdph.ca.gov//D/Pages/COVID-19/beyond_memo.aspx 2- https://bit.ly/3fU0Gpn (Leg Agenda) 2- https://advocacy.calchamber.com//bill-tr/2021-job-killers/ 3- https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/NR21-109.aspx 4- https://bit.ly/3dPRCPx (Survey Results) 4- https://www.toacorn.com/articles/survey-shenanigans-alleged/ 5- https://vcbusinessgrants.org/

Looking for a FUN TIME with family and friends this weekend? Look no further... Dave & Buster's is now open! GET YOUR GAME ON!

#Repost FREE ONLINE EVENT - MAY 4, 10am. Learn all about export, import, trade and how countries, business and logistics stakeholders are preparing for a post-COVID world. Research on careers in trade will be presented; representatives from other countries will provide updates and Port partners will be recognized for their achievements. REGISTER TODAY: https://register.gotowebinar.com/regi.../3548357533506633485

California announces private meetings and events are allowed starting on April 15th. We are awaiting guidance from LA and Ventura Counties to see how this will be implemented locally. https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/NR21-109.aspx

The County of Ventura COVID-19 Business Assistance Grant applications has been extended. Businesses in need of support are encouraged to apply for the County’s 2nd Business Assistance Grant. The application period for the $5,000 grants has been extended to April 13th, set to close at 6 pm. ... More information can be found at www.vcbusinessgrants.com.

We hosted a Q&A Session with Jennings Imel from the US Chamber of Commerce to go over the details of the federal stimulus package and how it benefits small businesses. The discussion includes PPP loans (including 2nd draw loans), EIDL Loans, Employee Retention Tax Credits as well as questions from local business owners. Watch the Q&A below and you can check out the US Chamber stimulus package guide for small businesses here: http://bit.ly/35KnaDk

Don't forget to register for our Stimulus Package Q&A for Businesses happening tomorrow at Noon co-hosted by the US Chamber of Commerce! Regsiter here: http://bit.ly/3sknHWa or click the image below.

Congratulations to Tish Pletcher of EARThS Magnet for being nominated as the January 2021 Teacher of the Month! This recognition is made possible in partnership with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, our Chamber's Education Committee, and our Teacher of the Month sponsors: Athens Services... Bank of America Personalized College Choice Logix - Westlake Village Branch See more

The deadline to start a new application for the CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program is 11:59 p.m. TONIGHT! Small businesses and nonprofits are eligible for this program; grants range from $5,000 to $25,000 based on gross annual revenue. For more information and to apply go to: https://careliefgrant.com/

The CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program deadline has been extended to 11:59 p.m. this Wednesday, January 13th! Small businesses and nonprofits are eligible for this program; grants range from $5,000 to $25,000 based on gross annual revenue. For more information and to apply go to: https://careliefgrant.com/

SBA announces that the Paycheck Protection Program will re-open the week of January 11 for new borrowers and certain existing PPP borrowers. : PPP borrowers can set their PPP loan’s covered period to be any length between 8 and 24 weeks to best meet their business needs; PPP loans will cover additional expenses, including operations expenditures, property damage costs, supplier costs, and worker protection expenditures;... The Program’s eligibility is expanded to include 501(c)(6)s, housing cooperatives, direct marketing organizations, among other types of organizations; The PPP provides greater flexibility for seasonal employees; Certain existing PPP borrowers can request to modify their First Draw PPP Loan amount; and Certain existing PPP borrowers are now eligible to apply for a Second Draw PPP Loan. Learn more: http://ow.ly/d99350D3sT8

Register here: http://bit.ly/35fXz51 by 5:00pm today for the first Virtual Breakfast of 2021, tomorrow January 8 at 8:30am! Members - if you want to get on the Hot Sheet, we've extended the deadline to 3:00pm to secure your spot.

Don't forget to register for the first Virtual Networking Breakfast of 2021! Join us this Friday, January 8th from 8:30-10:00am. $5 for members and $10 for non-members, pre-registration is required: http://bit.ly/35fXz51... Members be sure to register by Thursday at 1:00pm to get your business on the Hot Sheet!

The final application period for the LA Regional COVID Fund closes today, October 30. Eligible small businesses, entrepreneurs and non-profits can receive grants ranging from $5,000 to $25,000. Go to lacovidfund.org to apply.

Happy "Virtual" Halloween from your Chamber!

5 Things to Know for October 30th 2020. Sponsored by Athens Services Thousand Oaks Video Links... Sponsor - Email Adam. https://www.conejochamber.org/chamber-staff #1 Op-Ed - https://www.vcstar.com//letter-opposing-propos/3594113001/ #2 Report Card - https://files.constantcontact.com//e651ba24-9125-4b98-91d8 #3 Grants - https://www.lacovidfund.org/ #4 Rent Control - https://noonprop21.vote/ #5 Voting - LAvote.net (Westlake Village and Agoura Hills) #5 Voting - VenturaVote.org (Thousand Oaks) Thanks for viewing our video! Please give us a "like" and follow the Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce to see more videos!

Virtual State of the City Agoura Hills

Chamber President/CEO Danielle Borja visits with longtime member Agoura Sash & Door at their Westlake Village location showcasing their wide variety of windows, doors, hardware and custom options.

Chamber President/CEO Danielle Borja objects to the notion that a person’s Prop 15 vote indicates whether they support local schools and government. You have to dig in a little deeper because there’s no such thing as a free lunch. Somebody has to pay for this, Borja said. Those small businesses are going to have to pass on the expense to consumers. Read the article below for more.

There are less than 50 $20 gift cards remaining for early registration. Register now and reserve your spot!

Congratulations to Karla Stevenson of Sequoia Middle School for winning the September 2020 peer-nominated Teacher of the Month award! A big thank you to our Teacher of the Month sponsors Athens Services Bank of America

The County of Ventura held their press conference at The Oaks Mall in Thousand Oaks today. Chamber President/CEO Danielle Borja discussed the Chamber's efforts to support the local business community.

Watch the Ventura County Press Conference Live Now! Chamber President/CEO Danielle Borja will be speaking.

We asked the Thousand Oaks City Council candidates their position on Proposition 15. See them explain why they are opposed to this unprecendented tax increase. Greater Conejo Valley Chamber recommends you vote against Proposition 15.

Virtual Candidates Forum - Thousand Oaks City Council

Virtual Candidates Forum - Conejo Valley Unified School District Board of Trustees

President/CEO Danielle Borja shows you how to satisfy your sweet tooth while staying socially distanced at Nothing Bundt Cakes.