Helping Local Businesses Create A Powerful Future For More Than 50 Years
SPRING IS HERE!
Spring is upon us, we have plenty of events in store for you.
We continue to provide you with great networking opportunities.
We recognize and appreciate the valuable legacy and intangible assets that have been built and accumulated by our predecessors for us through the history of the Chamber for the past 50-plus years. We are also very excited about the future of this organization, and look forward to the challenges ahead.
Please know that we are here for you—our valued Chamber members! We also value your feedback. Please e-mail us at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
We Welcome You to Your Chamber—The Commerce Industrial Council!
The Commerce Industrial Council, the official Chamber of Commerce for the City of Commerce, is your best resource and your link to information, innovative ideas, and exclusive opportunities. Our members are as diverse as the community itself, representing businesses and industries of all sizes. Together, we’re shaping the City’s dynamic business environment, creating wealth in the community, and making our City a great place to live and work.
The Commerce Industrial Council is one of the largest organizations of its kind in the area. This translates into excellent marketing and networking opportunities for you, thus creating a stronger identity for your company within our community. Click on the Member Link and find a complete directory of our business members. Additionally, our Event Calendar will keep you informed of important networking opportunities.
Create your own video slideshow at animoto.com.
Our renowned web site will answer many of the questions you might have about our community and our member businesses. These tools and more are just a few of the ways the Commerce Industrial Council Chamber of Commerce will help you grow and prosper. We urge you to join and take advantage of these resources. Together, we can move your business towards a powerful future.
For those of you who’ve stumbled on to our site, we welcome you with open arms. Feel free to browse to your heart’s content and check our Calendar of Events for new and exciting events scheduled for 2012. We are your link to resources and we’re here to ensure you have a business-friendly experience. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or need services.
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PRE-ORDER YOUR 2013 LABOR LAW EMPLOYMENT POSTER!
Buy your All-In-One Labor Law Poster today directly from the Chamber at a discounted price!2013 LABOR LAW EMPLOYMENT POSTER
IMPORTANT: Effective January 1, 2013, your 2012 California and federal employment notices posters are out of compliance.
NEW 2013 UPDATES & MANDATORY UPDATES:
•Updates to the Discrimination and Harassment notice
•Updates to the Family & Medical Leave notice
•Updates to the Employee Polygraph Protection Act notice
•Implementation of workers’ compensation reform measures will also begin in 2013. As a result, there are potential mandatory changes to the Workers’ Compensation notice and pamphlet regarding employees’ rights and benefits and employer obligations.
No matter how many employees you have in California, your business is required by law to post a current California and Federal Employment Poster in a central location. The poster must also include information about your workers’ comp benefits, pay day schedule and emergency contacts. You may need to order several to ensure that your business, branches, and satellite offices are displaying the poster according to the law. You can purchase all 16 required California and federal notices, including the mandatory updated Discrimination and Harassment notice, Family & Medical Leave notice, and others; in a 26” x 39.75” laminated poster—one good price, for one complete poster! A Spanish version may be required if any of your employees are Spanish-speaking, and is also available for purchase at our Chamber as well.
CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK!
We’re very excited to let you know that you can now find us and follow us on Facebook! We’re interested in having you become a friend of our page. Follow the below link or visit: www.Facebook.com/CommerceIndustrialCouncil
If you’re on Facebook, login to become our friend and find out what’s happening behind the scenes at the Chamber. Stay up-to-date on the latest Chamber news, as we’ll use Facebook daily to further develop your brand online by connecting you with your target audience and customers while building a community around your business.
Visit us at our official CIC Chamber Facebook Page Now!
Stay connected to our Fan Page as well by clicking here.
Once there, click the “Like” button to connect with us.
FOLLOW US ON TWITTER!
If you’re on Twitter, follow us and find out what’s happening behind the scenes at the Chamber. Stay up-to-date on the latest Chamber news and events!
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CHECK US OUT ON FLICKR!
View Images from All of Our Chamber Events by Clicking Here
Whether you’ve attended our networking events, workshops and seminars, or any of our annual signature events, you can visit us on Flickr anytime and view our images from most of our events.
More are added after each event. You can even grab a link to share our images with your company, colleagues or friends as a slideshow.
Show off our favorite photos and videos to the world! We do!
UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS

Our popular NETWORKING BREAKFAST 3.0 SERIES
Date of Event: Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Time of Event: 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Cost: $15.00 early bird rate if paid by June 10th; $25 at the door
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles-Commerce
Register in advance so you’re not left out!
Mix and mingle with fellow business members. Come and enjoy breakfast at this dynamic event. Businesses have the opportunity to give a one-minute commercial presentation on their company. You will also be able to hand out marketing materials and promote your product and/or service to our greater business community.
SAVE THE DATE FOR THESE EXCITING EVENTS
“COMMERCE STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS LUNCHEON”
Featuring Commerce City Mayor Joe Aguilar. The mayor will address the City’s economic profile, and plans for future projects.
Date of Event: Tuesday, June 4, 2013
Time: 11:30 AM - Social Reception and Networking
12:00 PM - Program & Luncheon
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“ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT”
Date of Event: Monday, July 22, 2013
Time: 10:00 AM - Shot Gun Start
11:00 AM - BBQ Lunch
Location: Candlewood Country Club
Cost: Individual: $180.00
Please see our complete Event Calendar Page for more information.
MID-MONTH “SPREAD THE WORD” MAILER PROGRAM

THERE HAS NEVER BEEN A BETTER TIME TO ADVERTISE WITH THE CHAMBER
Let’s SPREAD THE WORD!
Give YOUR business the star treatment.
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We’re offering you one more way to promote your business.
“MEMBER TO MEMBER DISCOUNT”
Chamber Membership + Office Depot = Savings $$
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CHAMBER OFFICE DEPOT PROGRAM
SPEND LESS & GET MORE
As a member, you can save 15% to 25% annually on your office supply needs. Chamber members can enroll in this program and benefit from the savings. If you’re a member in good standing, click here to start saving today! Let your Chamber membership work for you!
Stay connected with Office Depot’s reliable & secure Mobile APP!
Chamber members can now stay connected with Office Depot Business Solutions mobile application. The app allows you to place and track orders at your convenience, access your custom discounted pricing, view best value items, review pending approval orders, scan item barcodes to check pricing and purchases – and more! Download your FREE mobile app for either your iPhone® or AndroidTM at www.business.officedepot.com, then click on GO MOBILE.
STAY INFORMED WITH OUR CHAMBER ALERTS AND HAPPENINGS!

Want to be in the know and be the first to hear of our latest Chamber events, news, alerts, and business resources? Click here to Get Chamber News, Events, and More Delivered to Your Inbox or News Reader Now!
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