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"It is truly possible that we will end homelessness in Los Angeles within 10 years. That's not a dream, that's a real possibility, and we'll do it through a business model."
— Jerold Neuman, Partner, Sheppard Mullin Ricter & Hampton LLP and chair of the Business Leaders Task Force on Homelessness, at the Chamber's Board meeting on Thursday.
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Growth is slow, but experts think Los Angeles may be back in business
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In Seoul, Schwarzenegger attracts a crowd, hopes that trade follows
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 To view all of the Chamber's positions on November ballot initiatives, view the L.A. Business Votes Guide or contact Sam Garrison, 213.580.7568.
Chamber caps off successful trade mission to South Korea
 The Chamber capped off a successful trade mission to South Korea Wednesday by signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Korea International Trade Association (KITA) in Seoul. As part of the trip, the Chamber joined Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and 35 trade delegates representing 23 companies in meeting with Korean business leaders. The goal was to create jobs through exports of California products and services, and by attracting Korean investment in California. Chamber members Korean Air, AC Martin Partners and Thomas Properties Group Inc. presented plans for the Wilshire Grand Redevelopment project. Contact Carlos Valderrama, 213.580.7570.
Chamber-advocated small business tax incentives receive U.S. Senate approval
 Today, after much legislative uncertainty, the U.S. Senate passed the small business stimulus package, which provides $12 billion in tax incentives and a $30 billion small business lending program. The Chamber supported both components and urged lawmakers to approve the package prior to the election recess. The legislation is now before the House of Representatives, where it is expected to be approved quickly. Contact Samuel Garrison, 213.580.7595.
Ports & Airports: keeping Southern California globally competitive
 The Leadership L.A. Class of 2010 visited Los Angeles International Airport and the Port of Los Angeles on Friday, Sept. 10 to gain a better understanding of how this critical infrastructure connects our region to the world. The class spoke with Los Angeles World Airports COO Stephen Martin, and received a guided airfield tour of LAX operations and new construction, Fellows discussed security challenges faced by law enforcement at the port and airport. "Information-sharing was siloed between local, state and federal agencies before the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks," said Chief Ron Boyd, Port of Los Angeles Police. "Now we are better partners and our communication is much improved." Port of L.A. Deputy Executive Director Molly Campbell (SCLN Board Member and LSC '96), spoke on the need to grow America's port, keeping in mind local environmental concerns. Read more on Twitter @SCLN. Contact Kevin Cottrell, 213.580.7577.
Help LAUSD recover its students
 Plan to join the Chamber on Friday, Sept. 24 as we partner with the Los Angeles Community Development Department, Office of Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and Los Angeles Unified School District for Student Recovery Day. Volunteers are now being recruited to conduct home visits and make phone calls to students identified as chronic truants and high school dropouts. Volunteers will encourage students to return to school on the day of the event to register and seek City and LAUSD services. Contact Alma Salazar, 213.580.7566.
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Mayor appoints Chamber member to Board of Commissioners
 L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa appointed Dwayne Gathers, Gathers Strategies Inc., as the newest commissioner of the City’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) board. A graduate of Leadership Southern California (2007), Gathers is expected to be confirmed by City Council in the next few weeks. “Dwayne’s background in business development and government relations is the perfect intersection of professional experiences for this position,” said Mayor Villaraigosa. The CRA provides project financing for commercial and redevelopment projects in Los Angeles. Once confirmed, Gathers will join Chamber Board Member Ken Fearn, Integrated Capital LLC, on the CRA board. Contact Samuel Garrison, 213.580.7568.
Beacon helping businesses with tax credits for hiring qualified jobseekers
 Beacon Management Group was awarded a competitive year-long contract with the L.A. County Workforce Investment Board. The purpose of the project is to create a regional, coordinated strategy to assist small, medium and large private employers access a variety of business services available through Worksource Centers across L.A. County. Qualifying businesses can benefit from tax credits and incentives, as well as gain access to trained, pre-screened, qualified applicants available at no cost to the employer.
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