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A Taste of Wine Country Charity Event at the Westin Los Angeles Airport

Editor and Publisher — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:57:56 +0000

This festive event features premium wineries from various appellations giving guests an authentic Wine Country experience, as if one were visiting the winery itself. This is coupled with food tastings prepared by the Westin catering department with mellow entertainment to provide background ambiance.

This event benefits the JWCH Institute (www.jwchinstitute.org) which provides healthcare and social services to the needy and underserved in Los Angeles County. There will also be a Toy Drive for the Children.

Tickets are priced at $40 in Advance and $50 at the door (plus service charge). However, ... Continue Reading

Farmers and Merchants Bank “People You Can Bank In Breakfast”

Editor and Publisher — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 01:27:12 +0000

Farmers and Merchants Bank will be holding its inaugural People You Can Bank On breakfast Thursday, August 25 at 7:30am at the Virginia Country Club in Long Beach.

This event will honor 9 Long Beach residents from various walks of life that have had a notable impact on their community, profession and country. Recognizing eleven honorees overall with 2 residing in the South Bay, this first-ever breakfast will enable F&M to pay tribute to visionary community leaders who share their core values of service, integrity and reliability.

F&M Salutes People You Can Bank On 2011 ... Continue Reading

Signature Estate & Investment Advisors, LLC® Continues Momentum, Expands Opening South Bay Office

Editor and Publisher — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 19:57:09 +0000

• New Office Brings SEIA’s Comprehensive Wealth Management Services to the South Bay Community

• Top 25 Barron’s Advisory Firm Attributes Momentum to Consistent Caliber of Client Service

Los Angeles, Calif. – July 26, 2011 — Signature Estate and Investment Advisors, LLC® (SEIA), a full service wealth management firm headquartered in Southern California managing more than $2 billion in client assets, today announced the opening of its new office in Redondo Beach, CA. The firm’s expansion was prompted by its continued growth, addressing the need for high-caliber wealth management services throughout the South Bay ... Continue Reading

South Bay Husband and Wife Team Win Awards in International Panoramic Photography Competition

Editor and Publisher — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:23:15 +0000

TORRANCE, CA—July 18, 2011– Sharing an outdoor lifestyle is healthy for any couple but when that couple win international awards, who takes the credit?

In the case of Joseph Chiang and Glenda Higgins-Chiang, the accolades are shared. It takes two people working for many days to complete a panorama worthy of the EPSON Pano silver award, which recognizes the top ten percent from a field of thousands of entries representing 62 countries.

The Pano awards were established to recognize the special skill and unique vision required to create panoramic images. New software, camera technology, and processing techniques allow artists like the ... Continue Reading

News From Citizens Business Bank

Editor and Publisher — Tue, 24 May 2011 16:39:30 +0000

CitizensTrust Receives Recognition in Los Angeles Magazine 2011 Five Star Wealth Managers Publication

CVB Financial Corp. is proud to announce that Sean Kraus, Charted Financial Analyst from CitizensTrust, Citizens Business Bank’s Wealth Management Group, was listed in Los Angeles Magazine’s 2011 Five Star Wealth Managers. Kraus is the Senior Vice President, Chief Investment Officer for CitizensTrust. Ontario-based Citizens Business Bank has a strong presence in the South Bay, with locations in El Segundo, Manhattan Beach and Torrance.
The list of the 2011 Wealth Managers is an elite group, representing less than 2 percent of the wealth managers in the Los Angeles ... Continue Reading

Farmers & Merchants Bank Donates $11,000 to Long Beach Neighborhood Association

Editor and Publisher — Tue, 24 May 2011 16:37:13 +0000

Farmers & Merchants Bank, serving the South Bay communities with locations in Torrance and Palos Verdes, recently donated $11,000 to the Willmore City Heritage Association (WCHA) in early February. When funds were scarce for the 7th and Maine Beautification Project, F&M Chief Executive Officer Henry Walker stepped into fund a large portion of the next phase. Wilmore City is a historic district near Downtown Long Beach, a few blocks from where Farmers & Merchants Bank is headquartered.
“How do you thank somebody in a time of peril,” said Jim Danno, Community Outreach Coordinator of WCHA. “Through his kindness, he made ... Continue Reading

Social Media Demystified

Editor and Publisher — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:04:02 +0000

Your invited to a social media seminar Friday, November 6, 2009 at 7:30 a.m. at Belmar Hotel, 3501 N Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach.

The Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce and The Women in Business Committee present Social Media Demystified Real Marketing. Real Revenue.

The featured speakers are LuAnn Roberto of 411 Graphics and Gregg Towsley of WSI.

This interactive seminar is a must-do for business owners, entrepreneurs, marketing managers, and start-ups.

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Thank you for your attention and response, we look forward to seeing you tomorrow.

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P.V. Chamber Annual Legislative Forum – Friday, Dec. 4, 2009

Editor and Publisher — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:18:22 +0000

Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Annual Legislative Forum

Event: Friday, December 4, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Location: Palos Verdes Golf Club, 3301 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates.

At this very special luncheon, hear from California State Controller John Chiang, Assemblymember Bonnie Lowenthal on issues impacting our communities. Learn the facts on State finances.

Admission: $35 per person; $350 per table of 10. RSVP to 310-377-8111 or office@palosverdeschamber.com.

P.V. Chamber Evening Mixer – Thurs., Nov. 19, 2009

Editor and Publisher — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:11:16 +0000

Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

Evening Mixer: Thursday, November 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m.,

Location: Marmalade Café, Promenade on the Peninsula, 550 Deep Valley Drive, Suite 201, Rolling Hills Estates.

Join fellow members and bring a potential member and join us in BUILDING BUSINESS REFERRALS!

Admission $10 for Chamber members; $15 for potential members. Includes one complimentary drink ticket.

Wine and beer bar available. RSVP: debby@palosverdeschamber.com or call 310-377-8111.

Market your business and donate a raffle prize! Notify Debby of your item(s) at 310-377-8111, so that your donation is included in the signage at the event.

State of The County Address, Wed, Nov. 4, 2009

Editor and Publisher — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 19:06:24 +0000

The 3rd Annual State of the County to be Delivered by Supervisor Don Knabe, Chairman of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors

Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe works for you. Each year, the Supervisor delivers his State of the County Address before an audience of over 1,100 people at the Long Beach Convention Center. This year, on November 4, 2009 at the Long Beach Convention Center, Supervisor Knabe provides you with a detailed update the many issues impacting you and the lives his more than 2 million constituents.

This is ... Continue Reading