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CATALYST, CONVENER & CHAMPION |
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Greetings Members!
Happy New Year! I hope that your 2023 is off to a good start! It certainly has been a wet start. It’s great to see this much needed rain.
I thought we could kick off our first E-Newsletter with an introduction to a new partnership that we have forged with Yuba City Unified School District called the Work Ready Yuba-Sutter, a program of the Chamber in partnership with Yuba-Sutter Schools. With the expertise and knowledge of Yuba-Sutter School staff/faculty, we recently launched this pilot program at River Valley High School.
The program teaches students the essential skills that employers are looking for in many entry-level positions. Participating students are learning aspects of good customer service, effective time management, communication skills, problem solving, teamwork and so much more. Once a student completes the courses with passing points, they will be invited to a mock interview set by Chamber representatives. The interviewers will then use a point system to grade their interview skills. Passing points will make them eligible to interview with Work Ready Yuba-Sutter participating employers. This is where you come in!
Are you looking for employees who are ready to work, are reliable, responsible and able to interact well with customers and peers alike? Students who complete this course will possess these skills. All we ask of businesses who would like to participate is to guarantee at least an interview with students who complete this program. There is no expectation that students be hired and you determine how many interviews you are able to conduct. If you have some interest in participating in this great pilot program, please contact me at msanders@yubasutterchamber.com. I can tell you more about it.
I just love the partnerships that the Chamber can create in the community. We have so many innovative, creative, and driven people who are always looking to create opportunities where gaps exist. Programs like Work Ready Yuba-Sutter are programs that we are really excited about because we know workforce development is important to our community. We hope you will join us in this endeavor!! I think I will leave it here for now. Please read through the newsletter to learn more about what’s happening at the Chamber.
We are deeply grateful to our community and our members for all the support the Chamber receives to help us fulfill our mission of “Building Relationships, Building Businesses & Building Community” and our vision to be “The premier business resource for Yuba-Sutter.”
Until next time, be well. Marni |
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2023 UCAN Chamber Member Survey We want to hear from you!! Once again, the Chambers of Commerce associated with UCAN - the United Chamber Advocacy Network seek your perspective on key state-level public policy issues that impact your business, your employees, and our communities.
Since 2018, the UCAN chambers have worked together at the state level to advocate on behalf of your business….and we’ve had a good deal of success!! - Successfully lobbied against a bill that would have required employers to mandate COVID vaccines for their employees
- Successfully worked with the Newsom Administration to reestablish the job search requirement for individuals to qualify for COVID-related unemployment benefits
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Successfully lobbied Gov. Newsom to veto a bill that would have increased costs to forest thinning projects which would have resulted in fewer acres treated to prevent wildfires and erected barriers to local companies to qualify for contracts
- Proactively cultivated relationships with the new legislators who assume their positions in 2023.
Please take a few minutes and respond to the survey link below. We want to know your views so we can amplify your voice in the state legislature! The UCAN Chamber Member Survey will be open until Friday, January 20. Please be sure to respond by this date so we can ensure your perspective is included in the 2023 UCAN State Policy Agenda.
Survey outcomes will be presented as part of the 2023 UCAN State Policy Agenda, shared at a gathering of our local legislators and chamber members on Thursday, March 2, from 2 to 4:30 pm (location tbd). Please mark your calendars!! |
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Volunteers Needed for Point in Time (PIT) Count
The Sutter Yuba Homeless Consortium will be conducting their Bi-annual Point in Time (PIT) count this coming January and would love to have as many volunteers as possible. This count is what they submit to Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to give them a "snapshot" of people experiencing homelessness in our area.
On Monday, January 23, teams will assemble at 6:45am at Sam Brannan park in Yuba City, and Life Building Center in Marysville for a short briefing. Those teams will depart at 7am to their counting locations in Yuba City and Marysville and should be in place around 7:15am(right at sunrise.)
There will be a pancake breakfast at the park provided by Kiwanis and teams can return by 10am to get breakfast before going back out. In addition, Hope Point Nazarene will provide sack lunches for the volunteers as well.
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Please join us in welcoming our newest Yuba-Sutter Chamber members! We are honored to have you as part of our business community! |
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An added value to your Chamber membership is being part of an incredible business community who has made a commitment to work together, to support a stronger and more prosperous Yuba-Sutter.
Below is a list of Chamber businesses that offer a member-to-member discount. Give them a call and be sure to tell them you are a Chamber member! If you or your business would like to participate, please email Kristen Perry at kperry@yubasutterchamber.com |
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Harassment Prevention For Supervisors February 14 - 9:00 am - 11:00 am
California Employers Association This course is a 2-hour instructor-led session where employees will engage in discussions on all forms of sexual harassment (verbal, visual, and physical). Other types of prohibited harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and abusive conduct will also be covered in an interactive format. Register Now>> Additional trainings and resources from the California Employers Association available at https://www.employers.org/ |
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| Food Incubator Are you looking to start your own food business? Maybe it's Artisan Food, a Home-based Cottage Food Operation, or a Catering business. Perhaps you want to learn skills to develop a Food Truck or Restaurant menu. This four-week incubator is for you! Gain the tools to perfect your product, define distribution
channels, and have personalized support from industry-experienced chefs. Application are competitive! Register Now>> |
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The Alliance for Hispanic Advancement Partner with CA Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to offer a 10-Week Virtual Business Classes En Espanol |
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Starting on January 17, 2023, a 10-week virtual business development classes will be accessible for FREE! This first 10-week class courses will be given in Spanish in order to reach out to those business owners who wish to improve, enhance and expand their business goals in a language that would be most effective in success. |
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How to Start a Business | Begins February 8 Learn how to write a business plan, choose a legal structure, find funding sources, get and maintain the right permits and licenses. Presented in partnership with the Northern California Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and the Davis Chamber of Commerce. |
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What is You Can! with Yuba City?
You Can! is a City of Yuba City business support initiative that prioritizes the community and businesses in Yuba City. It is a support network that emphasizes connections, communication, collaboration, and customer service. You Can! is here to help the community do business with Yuba City in the smoothest way possible. |
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There is only five $2,500 grants available for Sutter County Microbusinesses and Nonprofit Organizations. Apply as soon as possible. See flyer below for details. |
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Member Highlights
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Each Monday on our social media channels (Facebook and Instagram), we want to highlight a Chamber member for our #MemberMonday series. This is a great way to get that extra exposure for your business. This is great exposure for your business and an added member benefit!
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Has the chaos and uncertainty of the past few years left you feeling stuck and unsure of your purpose in life?
Cherie Llacuna, Llacuna Matata Reiki, helps people through a form of energy healing called Reiki, that can help those who suffer from chronic pain, PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, and physical injuries. It provides relaxation, clarity and a feeling of "lightness” and helps reduce or eliminate negative response to life's triggers.
Cherie met a woman who did Reiki on animals, and, as she had many at the time, realized the benefits of this alternative method of healing. After several years of training, she was able to become certified in Reiki, as well as animal Reiki and Medical Reiki. Cherie can go into operating rooms and provide healing for not only the patient, but also the surgeon and all the other staff in the room. "Now more than ever, people need more options of managing their conditions in a holistic way. Keeping your energy healthy keeps your immune system healthy. " Cherie started Llacuna Matata Reiki in 2017 and has been an active member of the Chamber since 2020. All current Yuba-Sutter Chamber of Commerce members receive a 5-percent discount on her services, plus the first ten people who schedule a Reiki session with her and mention this post will be entered into a drawing for a free session.
To learn more about Llacuna Matata Reiki, contact Cherie at 530-844-7233 or llacunamatatareiki@gmail.com. You can also follow here on Social Media Llacuna Matata Reiki or www.instagram.com/llacunacherie/
Llacuna Matata Reiki is located at 500 Olive Street #2 in Marysville, CA. Be sure to tell her the Chamber sent you! |
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How are we doing?
We want to highlight a Chamber member's experience on our social media channels (Facebook and Instagram.) Share your experiences and help us continue to grow our incredible community!
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Get Social!
Follow us on social media channels (Facebook and Instagram), to stay up-to-date on not just where we are and what we are doing, but what our members and community is doing! |
We would like to give a big shout out and thank you to The King's Accountant for taking part of the premier, top tier Copa Entertainment Sponsorship for the 37th Annual Gala - Vegas Nights! This new member has jumped right in and shown support in a really big way!! Thank you!
If you are interested in sharing this premier position with The King's Accountant, let us know. We have other sponsorships available as well. Check them out at https://www.yubasutterchamber.com/gala |
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Started the morning of with an incredible group of Yuba-Sutter Business Professionals at our monthly Rise and Shine! Thank you @cooknpot1977 for having us! |
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The Champion Circle represents a special group of businesses and individuals who have made a significant annual financial investment in support of the Yuba-Sutter Chamber of Commerce’s initiatives, programs and projects. Champion Circle participants are leaders in the business community. They help set the standard for quality services and help improve the business climate which will ultimately affect the economic success of our community.
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