Jan / Feb 2011DIGITAL GRAPEVINE

Create a Strong Local Economy

News at Noon 2011 Director Installation & Awards Ceremony

www.healdsburg.com Serving Business Since 1907 www.healdsburg.biz

2011 Premier Sponsors

CrEatE a Strong LoCaL EConomy

January news at nooncover

PromotIng tHE CommUnIty

ambassador of the yearcover - page 4

tHE voICE of bUSInESS

CalChamber Labor Lawspage 2

StatIStICS

fall 2010 Economic reportpage 3

PromotE tHE CommUnIty

business after Hours Photos - nov/Dec

pages 5-6mEmbErS

Spotlights & renewalspages 8-9

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business Calendarpage 10

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member Hot Spots!pages 12-16

visit www.healdsburg.biz/join to find out how you can become a chamber member today!

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2011 Supporting Sponsors

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I am honored to receive this recognition of 2010 Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce Ambassador of the year. This has been my best year yet as a volunteer and member of our local Chamber. We all know that we only get out of something what we put into it. My goal this past year was to prove that to myself. As a result, this year I have developed

more friendships and business relationships than ever before.

There are some of the best marketing opportunities in town available through the Chamber. You have already paid for them, use them! In fact there are some huge hidden opportunities at the Chamber, you just need to embrace them. Here is what I did this year to improve my Chamber experience in 2010.

• I switched everything that I had participated in at the Chamber and expanded on that. Rather than make food at the high school and work the 6:00 AM check in for the Chamber’s Bike Tour, I manned a rest stop for a day. I met more nice people that day.

• Next, I checked in with as many new businesses to Healdsburg as I could and shared my Chamber experience. When those businesses joined the Chamber I would help

January 12, 11:45 am – 1 pm. Ring in the new year with the Chamber as we

welcome and introduce our new President/CEO, thank our outgoing and incoming Board Directors, and give special recognition to Herb Liberman for his dedication and support for the Healdsburg community.

The guest speaker will be Ben Stone of the Sonoma County Economic Development Board. His program is titled “2011-Better Times Ahead” and he will be joining us to give an outlook for the local economy in 2011. Ben will explain why there’s good reason to believe that 2011 will be a better year for business, and which sectors are likely to do particularly well - and why. He will also give a special outlook on Healdsburg, including a five year forecast for many key indicators, and what those indicators mean for local business in Healdsburg.

Visit www.healdsburg.com/newsatnoon to sign up, or use the form at the end of this newsletter.

Business Sponsor: North Coast Bank Centerpiece Sponsor: Purls of Joy-A Yarn Lovers Boutique Caterer: D.L. Catering Wine Provided by: Michael Bernard

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Healdsburg ChamberAmbassador of the Year

Bob Santucci Realtor, Century 21 Classic Properties

Mo McElroy President/CEOHealdsburg Chamber

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Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureauthe voice of business

California Chamber of Commerce Labor Law Corner

“We have been rounding our employees’ time clock punches to the nearest quarter of an hour. Will the 30-minute meal period be calculated on the rounded time or on the actual time?” - anonymous question

The actual time should be used and a full 30-minute meal period should be granted and taken.

To illustrate, an employee who is scheduled to go to lunch from 12:00 to 12:30 p.m. actually punches out at 12:07 and punches in at 12:25. The rounded time is 30 minutes while the actual time is 18 minutes. This is a violation of Labor Code Section 226.7(a) and penalties are assessed under Section 226.7(b).

A full 30 minutes must be given; a de minimis argument on a minute or two may be accepted, but the strong recommendation is that the full 30 minutes be taken. Rounding of time to the nearest 5 minutes, or to the nearest one-tenth or quarter of an hour has been used in industry prior to calculators and computers. This was primarily for ease of record keeping, and allowed by both state and federal authorities with the full understanding that employees be compensated for all the time they actually work.

Generally, this means consistency in all punches, including in and out for meal periods, and that over a period of time, the employees will be paid for all the time worked. For employers who give 30-minute meal periods, supervisors should be aware of the requirement that employees take the full 30 minutes and ensure that employees do so.

Rounding to the nearest quarter of an hour can be used, but the actual punch should be when starting and stopping work. Employees who come in early on their own should not punch in before the starting time. Supervisors should check time cards frequently for accurate time reporting.

Article Courtesy of: Dale Louton, HR Advisor, CalChamber

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The Labor Law Helpline is a service to California Chamber of Commerce preferred and executive members. For expert explanations of labor laws and Cal/OSHA regulations, not legal counsel for specific situations, call (800) 348-2262, or submit your question at www.hrcalifornia.com

Are you a businessperson under the age of 40? Are you committed to a standard of excellence in your profession? Do you want to meet others just like yourself? Then join the Healdsburg Young Professionals Network and start building your professional network today! RSVP for our next HYPN mixer, join our Facebook Page, follow our GoogleCalendar and more at www.healdsburg.com/YPN

JANUARY 20Our January meeting will be held at the office of

SonomaIT and Creative Services on Thursday, January 20 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Mark Gordon will be introducing their new Facebook Content Management App, and giving us some more insight into the services that they offer. SonomaIT is an Internet technology company which focuses on hosted email, managed anti-virus, web hosting and managed network solutions. They also offer professional workstation and network support, software training, search engine optimization and focused marketing solutions. www.sonomaIT.com

FEBRUARY 17Our February meeting will be held at Thomas

George Estates on Thursday, February 17 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Thomas George Estates will be welcoming our YPN members to their estate and also into their 8,000 square foot wine cave. The cave features full tasting facilities, including a tasting bar, private tasting lounge and a wine library. The cave also can host up to 70 people for a sit down dinner and is the perfect place to host VIP’s, larger groups and private functions.

Thomas George Estates proudly produces small-lot, handcrafted wines from their three different vineyards, all located in different parts of the Russian River Valley, at their historic Westside Road winery in Healdsburg. www.thomasgeorgeestates.com

See you there!

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Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureauthe voice of business

the voice of business

Fall 2010 Local Economic Report

Business Trade Show - SAVE THE DATE - April 6, 2011

The Sonoma County Economic Development Board (EDB), in partnership with the Sonoma County Workforce Investment Board (WIB), is pleased to present the Fall 2010 Local Economic Report. Our research partner, Moody’s Analytics, provided most of the research for this report. Highlights from this Local Economic Report include:

Technology will be the major driver for the • county’s recovery. Medical device firms make up a significant portion of the technology industry, and are benefitting from the high demand from overseas markets and an influx of venture capital.The projected smaller wine grape harvest this • year will help prevent a repeat of last year’s accumulation of unsold inventories of grapes and wines amid slumping demand. Additionally, a new label standard requires “Sonoma County” to be included on all wine labels produced in the county, this has the potential to strengthen the long-term outlook for the wine industry in the county.Net migration, which has been positive for the past • two years, is expected to remain positive in the next five years. Sonoma County’s recovery will slow in the second • half of 2010 before strengthening in 2011. Outside of the technology industry, the labor markets will not improve significantly in the short-term and the unemployment rate will remain above 10% through mid-2011.

For the full report, visit www.sonoma-county.org/edb/pdf/2010/local_economic_fall2010.pdf

SAVE THE DATE!The Business Trade Show & Silent Auction is moving to a new date this year; Wednesday, April 6, 2011. If you are interested in hosting a booth, and would like to be contacted when registration is open, follow this link and leave us your contact information.

WHY HOST A BOOTH?We can’t say it enough. The Trade Show can be worth more than the time it takes to host a booth or attend to your business. Join us for this exciting marketplace of goods and services. You’ll see familiar faces and meet new people. You’ll have the opportunity to make more

than 700 business contacts in just 3 hours. And YES, you can sell your items or services that night.

IT’S A TRADE SHOW AND MORE!In addition to the showcase of more than 56 area businesses, our event offers a Silent Auction, Fine Food Samplings, Demonstrations and Parking Shuttle Service.

SHOW TIMES & “BIZ TO BIZ” HOURA value-packed first hour will be held for “Biz to Biz” networking from 4 to 5 p.m. All interested business owners and staff are invited. The show will open to the general public from 5 to 7 p.m.

More information will be coming soon...

Promoting the Community

2010 Spirit of Sonoma Award Recipient; Loretta P. Strong

The picture above features Loretta at the Sonoma County Spirit of Sonoma Awards Luncheon where she received the Spirit of Sonoma County Award from supervisor Efren Carrillo and state assemblyman Wes Chesbro. This is an exciting event that recognizes the positive contributions these business leaders and entrepreneurs make to the county’s economy.

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Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau

ALLIANCE TEEN CENTER - The philosophy behind the clinic is to provide education and information to youth. They want the adolescents to learn and talk about their reproductive and sexual health options from abstinence to pregnancy support to abortion, from STD prevention and treatment to mental health issues.Pictured above (L-R): Priscilla Contreras, COO Alliance Medical Center; Roger Hull, Chair of the Board AMC; Kelly Mooney, Teen Center Outreach AMC; Jan Marsiglia, Grant Dev. Manager; Bertha Diaz, Certified Health Educator AMC; Jackee Pimental, AMC Volunteer; Mary Ann Barr, Karen Roach, Linda Summerville.

November Ribbon Cuttings

PURLS OF JOY - A YARN LOVERS BOUTIQUE - Purls of Joy is a unique haven for knitters and crocheters alike. They offer an expansive array of yard, notions, books, patterns and classes for adults and children. Unique totes, purses and gifts are also available for purchase.Pictured above (L-R) : John Essman, Bob Santucci, Kathleen Palmer, Karen Roach, Rosanne Park, Mary Ann Barr, Tori Lewis, Linda Summerville, Cindi Brown, Cherie Kelsay.

Photographs courtesy of the Healdsburg Tribune staff.

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them through the first couple of mixers and remind them of upcoming events.

I also took note of who was not attending • the Chamber mixers and emailed them the next month to encourage them to attend the upcoming mixer. When they arrived, we had something to talk about.

When I go to a Chamber Networking function I • bring some marketing materials like a screen shot of my new website “www.HealdsburgRealEstate.com”, Healdsburg’s best and easiest real estate website. Sometimes I take along a postcard with great up to date real estate information and a picture of my new logo that can be seen at www.facebook.com/Healdsburg Real Estate . Become a fan, it’s fun!

I do a lot of cross networking between local • businesses, the Healdsburg Kiwanis Club, the Healdsburg Tribune and Healdsburg.Patch.com where, by the way, you will find my real estate column on Fridays.

I love working with our local Chamber and appreciate the work that they do. Lets face it, these are challenging times and also great times to embrace this great place we live and our fellow business people. We are the backbone that will get this country back on its feet again. Remember if at the end of the day you feel more tired than usual it is because you are doing some pretty heavy lifting! Lifting up an entire economy with positive energy and enthusiasm is hard work but we can do it.

Good luck this year!

Bob Santucci, Realtor Century 21 Classic Properties,

Healdsburg Chamber Ambassador of the Year

There are some of the best marketing opportunities in town available through the Chamber. You have already paid for them, use them! - Bob Santucci

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Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau

Top 10 Things You May Not Know About Your Chamber1. The Visitors Center is open 7 days a week.2. The Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce is a

501(c)6 non-profit organization.3. Our Board of Directors is comprised of local

business owners and managers.4. We have an active Facebook page and Twitter feed.5. Our Harvest Century Bicycle Tour is the largest

annual fund raiser for the Chamber.6. www.Healdsburg.com had over 500,000 pageviews

from 183,000 visitors within the last 12 months.7. We are not a division of the City of Healdsburg.8. The Healdsburg Visitors Center was built in 1936

by the Works Progress Administration (WPA).9. Our in-house printed guides & maps for visitors

are also available as PDFs on our web site.10. We are one of the few Chambers of Commerce

that is in the same office as the Visitors Bureau.

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Web Statisitics - www.healdsburg.com

December Ribbon Cutting

HAND FAN MUSEUM - Visit their new location at 219 Healdsburg Avenue in the new h2hotel building. The purpose of the Hand Fan Museum is to provide educational and cultural enrichment to the public by utilizing the hand fan as a vehicle for teaching history, art and geography, via publications, lectures and the establishment of a museum where actual hand fans from around the world will be exhibited.

Pictured above (L-R) : Bob Santucci, Star Thorpe, Pamela Sher, Cindi Brown, John Essman, Julie Smith, Liz Keeley, Linda Summerville, Cherie Kelsay, Mary Ann Barr, Karen Roach.

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As a community bank that is dedicated to serving Sonoma County, Summit State Bank is more than just your bank, we are your partner. We support our customers by buying their products and using their services whenever possible. We believe that by banking locally, you are making a difference in our community’s economy. Just by banking at a Sonoma County-based bank, you are helping fund local loans, provide local jobs and even supporting local nonprofits that provide life-changing services in our community.

Business After Hours Mixers:Networking, hors d’ oeuvres, wine & fun!

Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau

All Business After Hours photos provided by: Sonoma CONNECTION

november - Hosted by Summit State bank

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Lambert Bridge Winery is a small family-owned winery located on West Dry Creek Road in Healdsburg. The 10,000 case winery specializes in Bordeaux style wines, but also produces Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier and Chardonnay. Small lots of other varieties are sold only in the tasting room. The wines are all ultra-premium wines and some are luxury cuvees. The winery is dedicated to making top quality wines and maintaining the closest possible relationship with its customers.

Business After Hours Mixers:Networking, hors d’ oeuvres, wine & fun!

Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau

All Business After Hours photos provided by: Sonoma CONNECTION

December - Hosted by Lambert bridge Winery

Chamber Member SpotlightsBOB’S SIGNSSigns, Silkscreen/Embroidery/Promotional Sportswear309 West Matheson StreetHealdsburg, CA 95448Bob Bjorkquist, OwnerBob’s Signs is locally owned and operated, with over twenty six years of experience in the sign, garment, and graphics trade. Bob Bjorkquist, owner, focuses on visual communication for your company, school, or event; signage, garment printing, embroidery, vehicle graphics, and more... Bob, as a long time Healdsburg resident, knows your town, knows your cliental, and is ready to help you visually promote your business to its best advantage! This company has remained purposely small to guarantee you the personal attention you deserve. Call before you drop by...Bob might be off site, working directly on a project! Open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.Phone 707-433-2008 bobssigns@comcast.net www.signsbybob.com

A PLUS LOCKSMITHLocksmith979 Grove StreetHealdsburg, CA 95448Henry & Gloria Moravec, OwnersA Plus Locksmith a full-service mobile locksmith business that has been serving Sonoma County for more than 35 years, and moved to its NEW Healdsburg location in the Fall of 2010. The owners, Henry and Gloria Moravec, complete security service for commercial and residential needs, including re-key and master key locks, safes, panic hardware, door closers, electronic locks, cabinet/desk locks and keys, keyless entry systems, repair and replace dead-bolts and knob locks, cut keys and more! Please call us today or visit us online at. Open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.Phone 707-431-0400apluslocksmith@att.net www.apluslocksmithonkline.com

MICHAEL LAIRD, BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE SONOMA GOLDReal Estate Sales/Consultants/Related Services326 Healdsburg AvenueHealdsburg, CA 95448Michael Laird, RealtorMichael is affiliated with the Better Homes and Gardens Sonoma Gold Real Estate office here in Healdsburg, just 3 doors up from the Plaza. If you are walking by, go on in and say hello! He would proudly show you his office! Michael designed and produced a line of ceramic jewelry, for many clients across California through his local Healdsburg company, Laird Designs. He also created art work and developed production systems for nationally acclaimed and locally owned Evans Designs for over 18 years before trying his hand in the local real estate market. He will tell you that working with clients is all about relationships, negotiating, and finding ways of working together. If you are looking for an honest and reliable realtor that is committed to being available. Communicating, and seeing you through the entire real estate transaction, then your search is over. Give Michael a call! Open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. After hours and weekends by appointment.Phone 707-206-5606 michael.laird@bhghome.com www.bhghome.com/michael.laird

HOTEL LES MARS, RELAIS & CHATEAUxLodging27 North StreetHealdsburg, CA 95448Ramon Serrano, General ManagerJust one block from Healdsburg’s historic town square, Hotel Les Mars evokes the charm of a French maison.Meticulous attention to detail is what sets Hotel Les Mars apart. From the limestone facade and wrought ironwork of its exterior to its dramatic interior finishes and antique furnishings, every element has been chosen to enrich guests’ stay. All guest rooms are individually decorated, furnished with one-of-a kind pieces and distinctive fireplaces. Original artwork and hand-carved, artisan beds with sumptuous Versai Linens complete the uncompromising ambiance. Accommodations include valet parking, highly personalized guest service, a traditional French breakfast daily and a late afternoon cheese and wine reception.Phone 707-433-4211ramon@lesmarshotel.comwww.lesmarshotelcom

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Membership Renewals

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Alexander Valley Community Hall, 1997

Alexander Valley Vineyards, 1988

Alexander Valley Winegrowers, 1998

Alliance Medical Center, 1992

American AgCredit, ACA, 1985

America’s Best Value Inn & Suites, 2007

Atterbury & Associates, Inc., 1991

Bella... all things beautiful, 2004

Burke’s Canoe Trips, 2003

Calderwood Inn, 1988

Camellia Inn, 1982

Century 21/Les Ryan Healdsburg Realtors, 1986

Conley Plumbing & Backhoe, 1981

CPS-Healdsburg Creative

Property Services, 2004

Decorate With Deborah, 2001

Dutcher Crossing Winery, 2005

Dutton Appraisal & Consulting, 2006

Eddinger Enterprises, Inc., 1976

Favorites, 1995

Fern Grove Cottages, 1998

Ferrari-Carano Vineyards & Winery, 1995

Firefly Lodge, 2003

Fowler Associates, 2005

Fred Young Funeral Home, 1949

Groundwater Pump & Well, 1990

Grove Street Brokers, 1991

h2hotel, 2009

Hammerfriar, 2004

Healdsburg Community Band, 2001

Healdsburg Healing Arts, 2004

Healdsburg Jazz Festival, 2003

Healdsburg Nursery, 1991

Healdsburg Shared Ministries, 1989

Holmes & Associates Computer

Accounting Systems, 2007

John A Holt & Geraldine P. Holt, 1988

Hotel Healdsburg, 2000

Hudson Street Design / Healdsburg Lumber, 2005

Janet Doyle Accounting & Tax Service, 2005

Kokomo Winery, 2009

Ledger Domaine, 1987

Lime Stone, 2005

Longboard Vineyards, 2006

MacPhail Family Wines, 2008

Mauritson Family Winery, 2004

McConnell Chevrolet, Inc., 1991

Mike McGuire, 2006

Mill Creek Vineyards, 1994

Mr. Moon’s, 1995

North Coast Bank, 1990

Nu Forest Products, Inc., 1983

The Office Spot, 1992

Larry Orr, RE/MAX Full Spectrum, 2005

Oui Cater, 1993

Outlander Men’s Gear, 1998

Pacific Coast Air Museum, 2001

Passalacqua Winery, 2003

Passalacqua, Mazzoni & Gladden, et al, 1949

Pedroncelli Winery, 1964

Pezzi King Vineyards, 1996

Platypus Tours Limited, 2008

Rainsong Shoes, 1994

Redwood Empire Dermatology, 2009

Redwood Moving & Storage, 1993

Relish Culinary Adventures, 2003

Restaurant Charcuterie, 1988

The River Rose, 1993

River’s Edge Kayak & Canoe Trips, 2005

RLA Sheet Metal, Inc., 1993

Russian River Wine Company, 2001

W.C. Sanderson Ford, 1949

Sauers Properties, 1951

Sbragia Family Vineyards, 2006

Sonoma Orchid Inn., 2007

Sonoma Wine and Sign Experience, 2009

Sotheby’s International Realty, 2004

Stephen & Walker Winery, LTD, 2006

Thru The Grapevine, 2007

Topel Winery-Tasting Room, 2008

Toy B Ville, 2005

Upstairs Art Gallery, 2001

Vintage Towers Bed & Breakfast Inn, 2005

Walter & Prince, LLP, 2000

Weinstein Security, Inc., 2007

WestAmerica Bank, 1968

Windrose Romantic Cottages and

Water Tower, 2005

Wright Realty, 1984

Thank You!Your continued support helps

build a better Healdsburg.

Business Calendar of Eventswww.healdsburg.biz/calendar

“Digital Grapevine” is a publication of the Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau217 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg CA 95448-4103 | (707) 433-6935 t | (707) 433-7562 f

Chamber Mission StatementThe Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce works to grow the economy, enhance our community’s quality of life, serve as the voice of business and deliver value in order to ignite success for our members and the community.

Chamber ValuesWe will act with fairness and integrity.We will represent our membership as responsible citizens in the business communities that they serve.We will work as a team in our membership-based association of businesses, professional leaders and individuals.We will take leadership positions to promote responsible economic growth, employment opportunity, responsible government, excellence in education and quality of life.We will hold the business needs of our membership to be our highest priority and will deliver high-quality and timely, cost effective programs, products and services that meet these needs.

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January 2011

6 Economic Development Coalition Meeting 8 a.m., Foss Creek Community Center 6 DBD Meeting, 9 a.m., Foss Creek Community Center

6 Healdsburg Lodging Coalition Meeting 12:30 p.m., Location: TBD

12 News at Noon - Director Installation & Awards Ceremony 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m., Villa Chanticleer

13 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting 7:30 a.m., Alliance Medical Center

19 Business After Hours, 5-7 p.m., Michael Bernard, 779 Westside Road

20 Healdsburg Young Professionals Network Mixer, SonomaIT & Creative Services, 5:30 - 7 p.m.

February 2011

3 Economic Development Coalition Meeting 8 a.m., Foss Creek Community Center 3 DBD Meeting 9 a.m., Foss Creek Community Center

3 Healdsburg Lodging Coalition Meeting 12:30 p.m., Location: TBD

10 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting 7:30 a.m., Alliance Medical Center

16 Business After Hours Mixer 5-7 p.m., Vintners Signatures, 4001 Hwy 128.

17 Healdsburg Young Professionals Network Mixer, Thomas George Estates, 5:30 - 7 p.m.

2011 OFFICERSChair

Renee Mengali, Mengali AccountancyChair-Elect

Bob Fraser, Redwood Moving & StorageVice Chair

Dan Maraviglia, Passalacqua, Mazzoni, Gladden, Lopez & Maraviglia LLP

Treasurer Cindi Brown, North Coast Bank

Immediate Past Chair Lucy Lewand, Camellia Inn / All Seasons

DIRECTORS Shelley Anderson, Midnight Sun

Rollie Atkinson, Healdsburg Tribune Nancy Beeken, Sonoma Living Green

George Diebold, Healdsburg Floor CoveringsBrian Fulkerson, Summit State Bank

Genevieve Llerena, H.U.S.D.Dan Maraviglia; Passalacqua, Mazzoni,

Gladden, Lopez & Maraviglia LLPLarry Orr, RE/MAX Full Spectrum

Gary Plass, City of HealdsburgLoretta P. Strong, Edward Jones Investments

Gary Sumner, Coldwell Banker

CHAMBER STAFFMo McElroy

President / CEO

Karen Aubert-Roach Operations & Member Services Director

Mary Ann Barr Marketing & Events Director

Nick Young Visitor & Information Services Director

Anne Carter & Marsha Lynch Weekend Assistants

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NewsatNoonWednesday, January 12, 2011 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

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“2011-Better Times Ahead”

Ben Stone of the Sonoma County Economic Development Board will be joining us to give an outlook for the local economy in 2011. He’ll explain why there’s good reason to believe

that 2011 will be a better year for business. He’ll explain which sectors are likely to do particularly well - and why. Ben will also give a special outlook on Healdsburg, including a

five year forecast for many key indicators, and what they mean for local business.

Board of Directors Installation and Awards Ceremony:

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Please make checks payable to the Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce, 217 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg, CA 95448. Credit card orders only may be placed over the phone by calling 433-6935,

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Please note that you cannot register at the door. Pre-paid, advance reservations only!

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News at Noon - January 12, 2011; Advanced Reservations Only. The Healdsburg Chamber cannot issue refunds.

If you are unable to attend, please notify us with a replacement for your seat (s).

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