P A R A M O U N T
PULSE BEAT Serving the Community Since 1990
Investing In Chamber Membership
A Wise Decision
Kevin Lindsay Chamber President
Bill Winters Paramount Petroleum
“The Paramount Chamber of Commerce is here to serve,” according to Chamber President Kevin Lindsay. “The main goal of the chamber is to promote economic stability in the community. The best way to achieve that is to help businesses grow,” said Lindsay. Executive Director for the Paramount Chamber, Peggy Lemons says, “Every business can benefit from belonging to the Paramount Chamber. Whether they take advantage of the wide variety of products and services we offer to promote their business, or they want to be part of the most ef-
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fective networking and informational organization in town.” Bill Winters Vice President of Human Resources for Paramount Petroleum had this to say, “Joining the Chamber of Commerce is a small investment with a big return. Chamber membership is a good way to promote your business, your products and to establish your business as a lasting part of the greater community. Attending Chamber events allows business owners the opportunity to network with others and to meet potential consumers for their products. Newly established businesses can take advantage of the Chamber’s counseling and advisory services or seek advice from other members. Today’s business owner faces numerous challenges to growing their business. The Chamber works as a voice for business and its members and affords important access to community leaders and government officials. I highly recommend you join the hundreds of other local businesses who have discovered the “good value” of becoming a Chamber Member.” In strong agreement with Winters is Café Corleone owner Alicia Costa, “I believe joining the Chamber is a necessity not a choice. Even though we are experiencing some tough economic times the Paramount Chamber has been there for us. If you’re serious and want your business to succeed
Paramount Chamber of Commerce
PULSE BEAT
Alicia Costa Cafe Corleone
15357 Paramount Boulevard, Paramount, CA 90723
Antawong Thompson AFLAC Agent
then you should join the Paramount Chamber, no ifs, ands or buts about it! “It never ceases to amaze me when a business doesn’t want to join the Chamber, or when they cancel because they’re cutting back. I can’t imagine that any business could hire a full-time public relations firm for the cost of membership. That is essentially what we do. Our job is to help businesses grow, find answers for them, keep them informed, promote them, this is what we do, all day, everyday” said Lemons. Not everyone who belongs to the Paramount Chamber of Commerce has a business in Paramount. One example is Arcadia AFLAC agent, Antawong Thompson, “Being part of the Paramount Chamber has given me the opportunity to meet and network with individuals that I would never have had the opportunity to work with. My experience with the Paramount Chamber has been a great one. From the individual members to those who work at the chamber office, they have been there to support my business and to put AFLAC on the map for the city of Paramount. I would say to all those who are contemplating whether or not they should join the Paramount Chamber of Commerce to do so and to see how it will expand their business and open doors that may have otherwise been closed,” said Thompson.
Bill Kalpakoff Cal-Met Services
Bill Kalpakoff of Cal-Met Services, a member for more than 40 years had this to say “In our business, by networking and attending Chamber functions, I am able to establish a personal relationship with business owners/managers operating in the city. This enables me to better understand their needs in waste and recycling which in turn improves our services and company. In the city of Paramount, the cohesive and productive relationship between the city and the chamber continually promotes positive growth for all factions. Lasting friendships with and strong respect for all members involved is a particularly wonderful byline! And lastly, if I were not a member of this prestigious Chamber, I would never have been honored with the “Award of Excellence”. Give me more awards! Businesses that join the Chamber have nothing to loose and everything to gain. The Paramount Chamber is so confident that you will agree they guarantee your satisfaction. That’s right; if you’re not happy they will refund your money. Details for membership can be found on the Paramount Chamber website at paramountchamber.com or by visiting the Chamber office, 15357 Paramount Blvd. or call 562.64.3980 for more information. BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 4 PARAMOUNT, CA 90723