Tri-Valley Leaders Tour The Hottest Spot on Earth |
VTV President & CEO Tracy Farhad (second from left) and other Tri-Valley community leaders were left awe-struck following a tour of where the fusion ignition magic took place at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. Those welcomed by tour guide Jamie King, Laser and Non-Ionizing Radiation Safety Program Manager include (from left) Scott Wilson and Nadine Horner (not pictured), Senior Advisors, Government and External Affairs; Michelle Henry, District Director for Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan, along with her Field Representatives Alisa Horiike and Elaine Cortez-Schroth; Brook Witherspoon, Board President, Livermore Downtown, Inc.; and Ruby Lopez E.D. of Livermore Downtown Inc. Participants toured the brand new LEEDS Certified Gold Emergency Operations Center and felt well-protected after John Richards, Response and Support Division Leader, EMD., explained training procedures and preparations. But, for as tiny as the fusion target was, LLNL successfully created the ‘hottest spot on earth’ for a hot nano-second. Twice.
|
VTV Presents Best in Hospitality at #LivValBiz Awards |
The Livermore Valley Chamber of Commerce recognized local Chamber member businesses at its #LivValBiz Awards luncheon recently at the Purple Orchid Wine Country Resort & Spa. VTV Marketing VP Robin Fahr (right) presented the Best in Hospitality Award to McGrail Vineyards & Winery. Courtney Coats (left) accepted the award.
|
DMA West in South Lake Tahoe
|
VTV’s Tracy Farhad, Robin Fahr, and Justin Bower joined dozens of colleagues from around the Western United States in South Lake Tahoe to learn all about the next big things in the travel industry. Hot topics included AI, short form and vertical video, accessibility/traveling with disabilities, and branding. Visit Lake Tahoe debuted their new state-of-the-art event center with a capacity of 5,800 for events such as minor league hockey and concerts/performances, boasting scheduled events on the books through 2030! Build it and they will come – and how!
|
Pleasanton Chamber Workforce Development Survey |
In conversations with businesses, the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce often hears about the need for workers. Unemployment is low so there aren't many looking for work, yet companies still need more employees. How can this void be filled?
One way a business can become more effective at filling open jobs is to help educate local students about the career and job opportunities that are right here at home. To do this, the Pleasanton Unified School District (PUSD) is partnering with the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce to find businesses interested in their Career and Technical Education (CTE) program for local businesses and students. This program familiarizes students with local businesses – what they do, how they do it, and (most importantly) what skills are needed to become part of it – while giving businesses a chance to impart specific skills and education that will better prepare them for their career.
There are several reasons why your organization should consider participating in this program, including actively engaging in workforce development; creating a talent pipeline; providing industry-relevant training to future employees; greater community engagement that enhances the organization’s reputation; and fostering innovation and collaboration between schools, businesses, and other community stakeholders.
The Pleasanton Chamber would like to hear from you about your interest in this program. They have developed a short survey that will take less than three minutes to complete and they appreciate you taking the time to complete this survey and letting them know what level of interest, if any, your organization may have to participate in this CTE program.
Click here to complete the survey: Workforce Development Survey for Businesses: School District Partnership
|
Coat Drive Starts Next Month |
We are proud to partner with City Serve once again this year for their Winter Coat Drive starting November 1st! Drop off locations will include: Wood Family Vineyards, San Francisco Premium Outlets, Courtyard by Marriott in Livermore, Four Points by Sheraton in Pleasanton and the two City Serve locations in Livermore and Pleasanton. Stay tuned for more! |
Last Call: Advertise in our 2024 Inspiration Guide |
Inspiration Guide ad sales are closing for our 2024 publication. There is still time left, so please click here for the media kit, and Diablo Publications will contact you for placement. |
|
|
Restaurant Week Sponsorship Opportunities |
Taste Tri-Valley Restaurant Week is fast approaching February 23 through March 3, 2024, and you can be part of the fun! Email Liz Kramer [email protected] for additional details on how to become a sponsor and get your brand in front of thousands of hungry customers! |
Submit your Fall/Holiday Events and Specials |
As the leaves change and the festive spirit fills the air, we're excited to invite you to showcase your fall and holiday (October - January) events, specials, and promotions with us! Whether it's a seasonal menu or item, an autumnal or holiday event, or a special holiday stay package or deal, we want to help you spread the word on our website and social media channels. Submit your information to Amber at [email protected].
|
|
|
|
