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“The mission of the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce is to protect the free enterprise system, champion business, strive for a healthy economy and a better quality of life in our community”

Vol. 45, Issue #3 www.scchamber.com March 2019

IN THIS ISSUE...

Chamber Connections Networking Mixer......................3

11th Annual State of the City Luncheon.......................................7 Chamber Installs New Board & Issues Special Recognition Awards........................................8

Chamber Markets Member Restaurants with San Clemente Mixologist Competition

DID YOU KNOW... Chamber made... direct referrals to Chamber

member businesses!Website traffic 19,026 visits

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5 Core Compentencies of theSan Clemente Chamber of Commerce

Creating a Strong Local Economy Promoting the Community Providing Networking Opportunities to Build Business Relationships Representing the Interests of Business with Government Political Action

“The mission of the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce is to protect the free enterprise system, champion business, strive for a healthy economy and a better quality of life in our community”

Vol. 38, Issue #6 www.scchamber.com June 2012

IN THIS ISSUE...

Welcome Home Event for 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines....................2

Chamber Program Promotes Businesses....................................10

Street Festival Celebrates 59 Years............................................12

Fiesta Salsa Challenge..................14

Chamber Mapping a Course for Out-of-Town Customers

DID YOU KNOW... Chamber made...4,012 direct referrals to Chamber

member businesses!Website traffic 35,323visits & 377,397 hits!

In an effort to make sure visitors are informed of the many amenities San Clemente and the surrounding areas have to offer, we have produced the 7th Annual Visitors Guide with information regarding San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano and Dana Point. Information contained in the Guide will be included in the Chamber Website.

Visitor Guide

The Chamber receives approximately 125 visitors a week, to our office, seeking information on San Clemente and the adjacent vicinities. In addition, we send out over 40 Visitors & Tourism information packets through the mail, per week. Marketing the three cities together, guests realize that San Clemente is truly a destination municipality. As a result, visitors recognize the many features the area has to offer.

The Guide includes information pertinent to visitors and will feature member businesses that are relevant to the tourism market. This is a free member benefit.

Website & iPad

One of the elements of the Chamber website is “Visit San Clemente.” These pages contain information that is currently published in our Chamber’s Visitors Guide. In addition, the Guide was formatted to be utilized on the IPad.

The City of San Clemente and Council Members-Mayor Jim Evert, Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brown, Lori Donchak, Jim Dahl and Bob Baker, along with the City Manager George Scarborough are to be commended for seeing the vision and making this projects possible. In addition, special thanks to Shelly & Don Kindred, Kindred Associates for design, artwork & photos.

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As your San Clemente Chamber of Commerce is committed to continually striving to market San Clemente and member businesses, the Chamber is hosting a the 14th Annual “San Clemente Mixologist Competition,” a contest among area restaurant bartenders to see who has the best tasting original drink. Master of Ceremonies for this prestigious event will be Chamber Ambassador Ben Medina.

Bartenders select their favorite “homemade” drink, which will be judged by a select group of local dignitaries, at H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill, 201 Avenida Del Mar on Thursday, March 21st at 3:00 p.m.

The winner’s specialty drink will then be adopted by participating restaurants as the official San Clemente drink.

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Participating Contestants thus far: Antoine’s Café, Beachfire Bar & Grill, Big Helyn’s South Side Saloon, Café Mimosa, H.H. Cottons, The Local, OC Tavern, Ole’s Tavern, Pierside Kitchen & Bar, Red Fox Lounge, Rockwell’s Bakery, Cafe & Bar, The Shwack Cantina and Taka-O Japanese Res-taurant.

Distinguished Judges in-clude: Adabel Medina-CR&R Environmental Services, Nicky See-Outlets at San Clemente, Jessica Conrad-Conrad Realtors, Inc. and Personnel of 2d Battalion 4th Marines.

Chamber members are invited to at-tend and watch the bartenders as they mix their specialty drink and then pres-ent their beverage for judging. Ticket price for members to attend is $25.00 per person – Prospective members $35.00.

This event includes hors d’oeuvres and a sampling of the presented libations.

Unfortunately, due to space limited, the Chamber will only be selling approximately 30 tickets.

Tickets will be sold on a first come, first serve basis. You must call or come by the Cham-ber office. Tickets will not be sold at the door. The event is from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

Restaurant participation was open to mem-ber restaurants only, as another opportunity for our members to market their businesses.

“The San Clemente Chamber Means Business!”

2 SAN CLEMENTE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEChairman of the Board

Steve Ynzunza“Coast Property Handyman Services”

Vice ChairmanSusan Jennrich

“Outlets at San Clemente”Chief Financial Officer

Chuck Narey“Hayden, Narey & Persich, CPA”

Immediate Past ChairmanAntoine Price

“Café Mimosa”1st Vice Chairman

Burton Brown“Atomi Financial Group”

2nd Vice ChairmanRicky Rodriguez

“Rod’s Tree Service”

DIRECTORSJeff Bott

“Transportation Corridor Agencies”Nick Buchanan

“Cape Point Development, LLC”Mike Burke

“Burke Consulting”Pat Huber

“Rainbow Sandals”Nancy Hunt

“Keller Williams Realty”Don Kindred

“Kindred Associates”Lance Larson

“Larson Corporation”Mike Lomonaco

“Lomonaco Coast Plumbing”Stavros Lozano

“Inka Mama’s Peruvian Cuisine”Tony Struthers

“MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center”

James J. Wynne“Johnston Pacific Commercial Real

Estate, Inc.”Tim Brown

S.C. Council LiaisonSam Pelham

Camp Pendleton Liaison

CEO/PRESIDENTLynn Wood

TEAMArlen Flores, Production Specialist

Shauna Hunt, Community Outreach Director

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Providing Networking Opportunities to Build Business Relationships

San Clemente Mayor’s Prayer BreakfastSan Clemente Community Center

100 North Seville7:00-9:00 AM Tuesday, 12 March 2019

Co-sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of San Clemente Foundation, South Orange County Pastors Fellowship,

San Clemente Chamber of Commerceand City of San Clemente

Mayor Steven SwartzTicket Price: $20.00Table of 10: $180.00

Value of meal: $12.25Net Proceeds benefit Kiwanis local Youth community projects

IRS Code 501 (c)(3) Applies

Call any of the following for reservations:

Keynote Speaker: “Dr. Phil” Yphantides M.D,

Medical Director of the Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Urgent Care Centers in San Diego

Special Music by San Clemente High School A Capella Choir Honoring our city leaders, Police and Fire Fighters

Honoring our military service men and women

Kiwanis International is a global organization of volunteers

dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time.

First of six Kiwanis Objectives:

“To give primacy to the human and spiritual rather than the material values of life.”

Dave Helman (949) 276-7354

Jeanne Guy (949) 498-5341

Jim Reiss (949) 366-0939



10th Annual San Clemente Mixologist Competition

As your San Clemente Chamber of Commerce is committed to marketing San Clemente and member business, the Chamber is hosting the 10th Annual

“San Clemente Mixologist Competition,” a competition among area lounge & restaurants bartenders to see who has the best-tasting original drink. The judging will be held at

BeachFire Bar & Grill on March 20, 2014

Each establishment will select their favorite “home made” drink. The participating bartenders mix their libations at BeachFire Bar & Grill. Each drink is then judged.

The winner’s specialty drink will then be adopted by all participants as the Official Drink of San Clemente.

All participants need to fill out the attached form with all required information. Only one entry is allowed per restaurant.

For more information contact the

San Clemente Chamber of Commerce at (949) 492-1131

Please detach the entry form below and mail to :1231 Puerta Del Sol, Unit 200

San Clemente, CA 92673

2019 San Clemente Mixologist Competition Entry Form

Business:_____________________________________________________ Contact Name:____________________ Phone :_________ Cell :________ Address:_____________________________________________________ Drink Name:___________________ Drink Description:_______________ Mixologist:__________________I have enclosed the $25.00 entry fee____




BeachFire Bar & Grill on March 20, 2014

Each establishment will select their favorite “home made” drink. The participating bartenders mix their libations at BeachFire Bar & Grill. Each drink is then judged.







2014 San Clemente Mixologist Competition Entry Form Business:_____________________________________________________ Contact Name:____________________ Phone :_________ Cell :________ Address:_____________________________________________________ Drink Name:___________________ Drink Description:_______________ Mixologist:__________________I have enclosed the $25.00 entry fee____




H.H. Cotton's American Bar & Grill on March 21, 2019

Each establishment will select their favorite “home made” drink. The participating bartenders mix their libations at H.H. Cotton's American Bar & Grill and will be judged.







2014 San Clemente Mixologist Competition Entry Form Business:_____________________________________________________ Contact Name:____________________ Phone :_________ Cell :________ Address:_____________________________________________________ Drink Name:___________________ Drink Description:_______________ Mixologist:__________________I have enclosed the $25.00 entry fee____

Chamber in Search of Official San Clemente Drink

For more information contact the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce at (949) 492-1131

Please detach the entry form below and mail to :1100 N. El Camino Real


Business:_____________________________________________________ Contact Name:____________________ Phone :_________ Cell :________ Address:_____________________________________________________ Drink Name:___________________ Drink Description:_______________ Mixologist Name:_____________________________________________I have enclosed the $25.00 entry fee_________


“S.C. Original Drink Contest,” a competition among area lounge & restaurants bartenders to see who has the best-tasting original drink. The judging will be

held at Cafe Mimosa on March 22, 2012

Each establishment will select their favorite “home made” drink. The participating bartenders mix their libations at Cafe Mimosa, 243 Ave. Del Mar,

Each drink is then judged. The winner’s specialty drink will then be adopted by all participants as the Official Drink of San Clemente.



























San Clemente and member business, the Chamber is hosting the 8th Annual “S.C. Original Drink Contest,” a competition among area lounge & restaurants bartenders to see who has the best-tasting original drink. The judging will be





Creating A Strong Local Economy



Meet Our NewChamber Members!

Firstmark Insurance Group, Inc. 630 South El Camino Real #A-6San Clemente, CA 92672(949) 216-6875www.firstmarkinsurance.comBusiness Classification: Insurance LegalShield24001 Calle De La Magdalena #2354Laguna Hills, CA 92653(949) 533-1157www.danielseny.wearelegalshield.comBusiness Classification: Legal Services Eric Johnson, DDS647 Camino de los Mares #20992673, CA 92673(949) 493-9311www.drericjohnson.comBusiness Classification: Dentists Radiant Smiles Dental Care27514 Calle ArroyoSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675(949) 366-1160 www.binhoangdds.comBusiness Classification: Dentists The Fuel Shack, Inc.360 Camino De EstrellaSan Clemente, CA 92672(951) 533-6259www.thefuelshack.comBusiness Classification: Restaurants

Genesis Security Partners(949) 637-8286www.gensissecuritypartner.comBusiness Classification: Professional Services

The Leisz Team – Real Estate C21 Award229 Avenida Del MarSan Clemente, CA 92672(949) 573-0143www.theleiszteam.com Business Classification: Real Estate LightSaver Technologies, Inc.(949) 291-2200www.TheLightThatSavesLives.com Business Classification: Manufacturers The Sam Klein Insurance Agency629 Camino de Los Mares 302BSan Clemente, Ca 92673(949) 481-4777www.agents.farmers.com/skleinBusiness Classification: Insurance Aitken Aitken Cohn300 S. El Camino Real, Suite 208San Clemente, CA 92672(714) 434-1424www.aitkenlaw.com Business Classification: Legal Services

Centurion Consulting & Innovation(817) 683-7427www.centurion-ci.com Business Classification: Business Consultants San Clemente Electric Bikes & Rentals2345 S. El Camino RealSan Clemente, CA 92672(949) 444-6421www.Sanclementebikesandrentals.comBusiness Classification: Bicycle Shops Primerica100 S. Ola Vista, Suite FSan Clemente, California 92672(909) 591-3500www.primerica.com/svasquezBusiness Classification: Financial &

ASAP Appliance ServiceMember Since 1991

Avila’s El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant

Member Since 1998

Aegis of Dana PointMember Since 1999

Bonded Cleaners & LaundryMember Since 1981

Community Outreach Alliance

Member Since 2017

FASTSIGNS, San ClementeMember Since 2000

Infinitee Travel NetworkMember Since 2015

Inspire Chiropractic Health & Wellness

Member Since 2018

Missy’s on Del MarMember Since 2016

Peet’s Coffee & TeaMember Since 2008

San Clemente Dental CareMember Since 2016

San Clemente InnMember Since 1991

San Clemente Ocean Festival, Inc.

Member Since 1996

San Diego Gas & ElectricMember Since 1945

January 2019 Anniversaries

The San Clemente Chamber of Commerce would like to thank the following companies and individuals for renewing their membership. It is

through member’s renewed annual commitment that the Chamber can continue to serve the business community in an effective manner.


The San Clemente Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the 11th Annual State of the City Address. San Clemente Mayor Steve Swartz will address attendees on the accomplishments and progress

going on throughout the City that continue to make San Clemente a premier place to live, work and do business.

The State of the City Address will be held on Friday, March 29, 2019 at Bella Collina San Clemente. The event will begin at 11:30 a.m. with registration and an opportunity to network

with local business owners, residents and members of the San Clemente City Council.

This luncheon continues to be one of San Clemente’s most important and largest events, which promotes the great things happening in and around the City. It will be a sold out event, therefore advanced reservations are necessary! Sponsorship opportunities are now available

and tables of eight can be reserved. For further information regarding sponsorship opportunities, contact

Arlen Flores at 492-1131 or visit our website at www.scchamber.com

$59.00 discounted member prepaid registration $69.00 prospective member prepaid registration

$74.00 at door (based on availability) DATE: Friday, March 29, 2019 TIME: from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Bella Collina San Clemente, 200 Ave. La Pata

San Clemente Chamber 11th Annual State of the City Luncheon

2019 State of the City Luncheon

Name:_______________________________________________________________________

Business Name:________________________________________________________________

Address:______________________________________________________________________

Cell Phone:________________________ Email:______________________________________

MC/VISA/AMX #____________________________________________ Exp. Date:_________

CVV Code (on the back):_________ Billing Zip Code:______________ Total: ____________

*Please make check payable: San Clemente Chamber of Commerce, 1231 Puerta Del Sol, Unit 200, SC 92673Phone Number (949) 492-1131 Fax Number (949) 492-3764

The San Clemente Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the 9th Annual State of the City Address. San Clemente Mayor Kathy Ward will address

attendees on the accomplishments and progress going on throughout the City that continue to make San Clemente a premier place to live, work and do business.

The State of the City Address sponsored by Southern California Edison, San Diego Gas and Electric, CR&R Environmental Services, The Toll Roads, San Clemente Villas by the Sea, Southern California Gas Company,

Rainbow Sandals, Inc., Cox Communication, Saddleback Memorial Medical Center, Rod’s Tree Service, Orange County Association of REALTORS®, & Starfish Signs & Graphics will be held on

Friday, April 7, 2017 at the Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club. The event will begin at 11:30 a.m. with registration and an opportunity to network with local business owners, residents and members of the San Clemente City Council.

This luncheon continues to be one of San Clemente’s most important and largest events, which promotes the great things happening in and around the City. It will be a sold out event, therefore advanced reservations are necessary!

Sponsorship opportunities are now available and tables of eight can be reserved. For further information regarding sponsorship opportunities, contact Arlen Flores at 492-1131 or visit our website at www.scchamber.com

$59.00 discounted member prepaid registration $69.00 prospective member prepaid registration

$74.00 at door (based on availability) DATE: Friday, April 7, 2017 TIME: from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club, 200 Ave. La Pata SPONSORED BY

San Clemente Chamber 9th Annual State of the City Luncheon

2017 State of the City LuncheonName:_______________________________________________________________________

Business Name:________________________________________________________________

Address:______________________________________________________________________

Cell Phone:________________________ Email:______________________________________

MC/VISA/AMX #____________________________________________ Exp. Date:_________

*Please make check payable: San Clemente Chamber of Commerce, 1231 Puerta Del Sol, Unit 200, SC 92673Phone Number (949) 492-1131 Fax Number (949) 492-3764


And the winners are in…. The 2018 “Citizen of the Year,” “Business of the Year,” “Educator of the Year,” “Volunteer of the Year,” “Outstanding

Lifetime Achievement” and “Young Entrepreneur” award winners have been honored. These prestigious awards were given out to their deserving recipient at the Chamber’s “Annual Meeting of Members, Installation of Officers & Directors and Award Ceremony,” Sponsored by Southern California Edison, CR&R Environmental Services, the Toll Roads of Orange County, MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center, San Diego Gas and Electric, San Clemente Villas by the Sea, Cape Point Development, LLC, Rod’s Tree Service, Rainbow Sandals and Signs by Creations Unlimited on Thursday, February 21, 2019 at the Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club at 6:00 p.m., in beautiful San Clemente.

Master of Ceremony, Senator Pat Bates began the evening’s event and introduced Assemblyman Bill Brough to install the following Board Members:

Executive Committee: Chairman of the Board – Susan Jennrich, Outlets at San Clemente;Vice Chairman – Burton Brown, Atomi Financial Group; Chief Financial Officer – Chuck Narey, Hayden, Narey & Persich, C.P.A; Immediate Past Chairman – Steve Ynzunza, Coast Property Handyman Services; 1st Vice Chairman – Ricky Rodriguez, Rod’s Tree Service and 2nd Vice Chairman – Nick Buchanan, Cape Point Development, LLC.

Directors: Jeff Bott – Transportation Corridor Agencies, Mike Burke – Burke Consulting, Pat Huber - Rainbow Sandals, Nancy Hunt - Keller Williams Realty, Don Kindred - Kindred Associates, Lance Larson – Larson Corporation, Mike Lomonaco – Lomonaco Coast Plumbing, Antoine Price - Café Mimosa, Larry Rannals – Retired Marine, Tony Struthers – MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center and James Wynne - Johnston Pacific Commercial Real Estate.

Assemblyman Bill Brough Calls up 2018 Chairman of the Board – Steve Ynzunza The Chamber Board, Members, City Officials and legislators acknowledge 2018 Chairman of the Board Steve Ynzunza and his decisive Program of Work. Steve was applauded for his efforts this past year, which included:

Representing the Interests of Business with Government

In 2018, Steve worked closely with our area legislators to discuss the concerns of our member businesses. Points conveyed included: Water, Transportation, Workforce Skills & Education and Legal Reform.

Chamber members gained access to their Government Officials through Chamber

VoiceofSanClemente a tool for Legislative Advocacy, Information, and Involvement.

Promoting the Community and Marketing Businesses

Produced:• San Clemente Community & Business Guide• Community Event Calendar• Four Color E-Newsletter Expanded: • Chamber’s Website • Member Advantage Program, which promotes

member businesses• Member Benefits

Provided Networking Opportunities

Hosted:• Annual Meeting & Award Ceremony• 10th Annual State of the City• Three Business Expositions• Chamber Connections Networking Events

Marketing Members:• Chamber Business Networking Meeting• Ribbon Cutting & Open Houses

Building a Strong Local Economy

Developed:• Networking Building Events• Business to Business Seminar Series

Addressed:• Economic Development • Tourism

Produced:• Taste of San Clemente• San Clemente Seafest • Fiesta Music Festival

CHAMBER INSTALLS NEW BOARD & ISSUES SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARDS

Southern California Edison,


Promoting the Community

• Micro-Brew Fest• San Clemente Mixologist

Competition

These are just some of the activities your Chairman of the Board, Steve Ynzunza, did to promote your business in 2018. Special thanks to Steve for all his efforts as the 2018 Chairman of the Board.

2019 Chairman of the Board

Assemblyman Bill Brough swore in Susan Jennrich, General Manager of the Outlets at San Clemente as the 2019 Chairman of the Board. Susan outlined her decisive 2019 Program of Work for the Chamber. The Board of Directors of the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce look forward to working with Susan to champion the San Clemente business community. Congratulations to Susan ~

Special Presentation

Assemblyman Bill Brough called up Chairman of the Board, Susan Jennrich and the Executive Director of Marine Monument at Park Semper Fi, Wayne Eggleston. Susan & Wayne presented Lieutenant Colonel Warren Cook with a special gift in respect to his exceptional leadership as Commanding Office of the 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, as well as his outstanding association with the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce, the Marine Monument at Park Semper Fi and the City of San Clemente.

Award Officiate, Former Mayor Tim Brown led the area legislators; including Congressman Mike Levin, Senator Pat Bates and Assemblyman Bill Brough, in congratulating the 2018 “Educator of the Year,” “Business of the Year,” “Citizen of the Year,” “Volunteer of the Year,” “Outstanding Lifetime Achievement” and “Ambassador of the Year” award winners.

“Educator of the Year” went to a well deserving Kristen Dimperio

Ms. Dimperio holds a Master’s of Science Degree in Teaching and a Single Subject Teaching Credential in Mathematics.

Kristen has taught math at San Clemente High School for 5 years, and is currently a Math Teacher and Teaching Assistant Principle.

Below are the areas Kristen excels in:

HUMAN RELATIONS:Ms. Dimperio has been an asset to SCHS since the day she arrived on our campus. First and foremost is her innate ability to develop rapport with students. She has taught a variety of levels of mathematics and regardless of her students’ aptitude for her subject she is able to connect on a personal and academic level with each of them. Her caring and friendly nature carries over to our staff as well. Ms. Dimperio is well respected by her peers. She is able to lead even some of the most veteran teachers because of her calm and understanding approach to new ideas. She quickly became a Teaching Assistant Principal because of her organizational skills and passion for students. When we decided to add a new program called Link Crew on our campus, Ms. Dimperio was the obvious choice. She took on this new role to support our freshman students through fostering leadership amongst our upper classmen. This program has been transformational.

PROBLEM SOLVING:Ms. Dimperio sees a problem and creates a solution. Her keen eye for effective programs creates a sense of continual improvement. As a teacher and administrator, she constantly creates new and innovative ways to connect students to our campus and support their learning. She volunteered to add days to our After-School Tutoring program by enlisting Link Crew students to support students. She houses a variety of

students in her classroom after schools and her along with our Link Crew members help students with homework and test prep.

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH:As a teacher, Ms. Dimperio is constantly looking for ways to improve her craft. She actively collaborates with her mathematics team and attends district –side trainings to improve her craft. She has attended conferences and participated in a three-day training to learning how to build a Link Crew program on our campus. When we decided to pilot a new Algebra II course that forces on finance, KMs. Dimperio volunteered to take it on. She attends all of our Leadership Team meetings as well as our Administrative meetings.

CREATIVITY:One of the most influential new programs that we have added to our campus in the past four years has been our Link Crew Program. This year there are 93 Link Crew leaders and 3 officers that lead the organization and the leaders and 7 officers that lead the different committees. This year the leaders have offered various activities for the freshmen and some for all grade levels, including a Freshmen Tailgate before a football game, a Freshmen Halloween Movie Night, a Friendsgiving for transfer students and students who need someone to eat lunch with, and a Final Cram Session for all grade levels. We have started After School Tutoring on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-4 so that students have the option to get help every day after school. In addition to helping freshmen, we have started helping students that are new to SCHS by offering a Transfer Student Breakfast before school starts so the new students are familiar with the campus and no the leaders before starting on the first day.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:Ms. Dimperio’s leadership at SCHS has impacted and inspired many of our students. Her classroom is never void of students who seek her out for


assistance and support. She is funny and encouraging which creates a safe place for students to congregate. She literally affects every child on this campus as all students throughout their tenure here at SCHS are impacted by our Link Crew program. She is truly an asset to our school and community.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Projectionist – Whether creating a department test or organizing an after-school event, no detail is left unchecked. When she is on your curriculum team you know that you are in good hands as she works tirelessly to create quality products.

Kristen Dimperio is an educator with whom her colleagues and students respect and admire, and we thank Kristen for her commitment to our children.

“Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching” won the prestigious “Business of the Year”

The Business of the Year Award criteria includes Community Involvement, Chamber Support, and Business Standards – Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching exemplifies all these principles and more.

Dana Wharf Sportfishing and Whale Watching was established in 1971 by Mr. Don Hansen and was located at the San Clemente Pier and is now located at the Dana Point Harbor. Son and daughter, Michael Hansen and Donna Kalez, are now at the helm of this growing business, which now includes OCean Adventures, Inc.

Dana Wharf was the first operating business in the Dana Point Harbor, and

based on the national and international popularity of whale and marine life excursions, continues to flourish and nourish the other businesses in the Harbor and City, including, but not limited to local restaurants, retailers and other recreational outlets. Dana Wharf Sportfishing and Whale Watching has been a member of the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce for over 46 years.

Michael and Donna bring over 50 years of experience in managing and operating a successful company, which comprises whale watching, sportfishing, specialty cruises, private charters, special events, burials at sea, and exclusive cruise experiences. In addition, they manage the daily operations of all business segments including marketing/advertising/promotions, staffing, inventory, retail, community and business relationships and more.

Supporting the CommunityDana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching is dedicated to supporting the Orange County community through a variety of philanthropic efforts, including: San Clemente Chamber, Dana Point Chamber - Member & Past Chairman of the Board, MACFAC, Marine Fisheries Advisory Committee, Festival of Whales Co-Chair, Gray Whale Foundation, Dana Point Harbor Advisory - Board Member, Doheny State Beach Interpretive Association - Board Member, PierPride and the San Clemente Dons.

As a respected member of the community, Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching donates and sponsors many local events, including: Taste of San Clemente, Wounded Warriors, VFW, American Legion, Fish for Life, Friends of Rollo, Ocean Institute, Autism Now, SC Senior Center, PierPride, 5th Marine Regiment, El Camino Jr. Women’s Club, Capistrano Unified School District, Doheny State Beach Interpretive Center, Christopher Reeve Foundation, Susan G. Komen Foundation, Gulf of Catalina Grey Whale Preservation & Education Foundation, Boys & Girls Club, San Juan

Capistrano Chamber of Commerce, Dana Point Chamber of Commerce and many more.

Most recently Donna received the 2017 Dana Point Citizen of the Year Award from the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce and the 2018 Woman of the Year for the 36th Senate District in California by Senator Patricia Bates.

Congratulations in your newest venture the Oceanside Adventures Whale and Dolphin business in oceanside.

The San Clemente Chamber of Commerce and the City of San Clemente applaud Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching, OCean Adventures and OCeanside Adventures Whale and Dolphin for their contributions to our community and the area at large. Thank you, Michael, Donna, David and Don, for your outstanding commitment to the City of San Clemente!

The Gudauskas Family took home the prominent 2018 “Citizen of the Year” Award

The Gudauskas family truly represents what is best about San Clemente. Tom, Nancy, Pat, Dane and Tanner are all incredibly talented, positive individuals. Together, they are unstoppable as they work to bring the stoke to the San Clemente Community and around the world.

Tom and Nancy are active real estate agents in our community. They pride themselves in taking a personal interest in each client – whether they be a young local family buying their first home or a someone new to San Clemente. They are truly ambassadors for what makes San Clemente a fantastic place to live and enjoy life.

Pat, Dane and Tanner have made us all proud as top-rated amateur and professional surfers. The “G-Boys” are known around the world as the most stoked surfers on the planet. Everywhere they go, they are associated with San Clemente.



As the founders and driving force behind the Positive Vibe Warriors Foundation (PVW), The Gudauskas family spreads positivity around the world. PVW was founded with the mission of inspiring individuals to make a positive impact within their communities and is dedicated to connecting our youth to the ideals of ocean education and water safety with a passion for environmental preservation. Supported by their major sponsor Vans, PVW provides funds to educate local youth and global communities on the positive impact of ocean environments by hosting local surfing events, swim lessons, nature programs, lifeguard workshops and many more ocean-friendly activities.

Just a few examples how the Gudauskas family accomplishes this include:• Over the past eight years the Gudauskas’ have worked in partnership with Vans and the other sponsors to hold FREE Stoke-O-Rama surf days around the globe. Each event hosts 120 kids, between ages 5 to 12 and raises $10k for local community water safety programs. Each participant wins and leaves with prizes and a vibe that will last a lifetime. Some of the most memorable events have taken place in Hawaii, South Africa, the Caribbean, Huntington Beach and San Clemente, where it all began.

• In the past six years, the PVW Foundation has donated $60,000 to the Friends of San Clemente Beaches, Parks and Recreation and the San Clemente Lifeguard and Junior Guard Foundation to support our San Clemente Junior Lifeguard and lifeguard programs. These funds have been used for Junior Lifeguard scholarships, community ocean awareness events and equipment for our lifeguards and Junior Lifeguards for which funding was not available in the City budget.

• In 2015 and again in 2017, the G-Boys collected close to 1,000 used surfboards and personally delivered them to underprivileged surfers in Jamaica and South Africa.

• 2018 - Dane and Tanner Gudauskas recently returned from their latest mission to deliver surfboards to people who can’t afford quality boards. Over the summer, the brothers were able to raise more than 200 surfboards through their Positive Vibe Warrior Foundation (PVW). This donation to the Caribbean islands of Trinidad and Tobago, resulted in what’s being heralded as the biggest donation of sporting equipment in the country’s history.

• On a daily basis, Pat, Dane and Tanner can be seen in San Clemente, helping our local groms learn and practice positivity, in and out of the water. The Gudauskas family does all this with humility. They seek only the satisfaction of knowing that they are making San Clemente and world a better place – by “keeping the vibe alive.” They are truly exemplary and a San Clemente treasure.

Many thanks to Gudauskas Family for being outstanding citizens of San Clemente

Erin Blake receives the distinguished 2017 “Volunteer of the Year” Award

Many individuals go beyond the call of duty as a Chamber member and exhibit an untiring commitment to the organization. They all have separate jobs or run their own businesses. However, they contribute hundreds of hours a year to your Chamber of Commerce to make sure the Mission Statement and program of work is carried out. The 2018 Volunteer of the Year Award Recipient is Erin Blake, marketing & events manager for H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill. Ms. Blake is the true epitome of an outstanding volunteer.

Erin volunteered for almost every event the Chamber held in 2018, which includes the Chamber’s Annual Meeting & Award Ceremony, State of the City, San Clemente Mixologist Competition, San Clemente Micro-Brew Fest and the Military Holiday Celebration.

She also hosted numerous Chamber Networking events in 2018 and participated in the Chamber’s Salsa Challenge, the Chamber’s Membership Challenge and donated hundreds of dollars in gifts for various Chamber programs.

Ms. Blake continuously supports the business community; always keeping at the forefront the following principles – To generate goodwill among the present and potential Chamber of Commerce members, local business and the community in which we live and conduct business.

Erin is always available to champion the mission of the Chamber, through the recruitment of new members, recruitment of members for various events and guiding the new members at the Chamber’s Business Networking programs. She is an overall goodwill ambassador.

Thank you Erin!

Accolades go out to all the volunteers for your Chamber of Commerce. Volunteer involvement is what makes the San

Clemente Chamber of Commerce the success it is.





Chamber Ambassadors

ChairmanIsaac Camacho

Accurate Termite & Pest Control

Beth ApodacaDorothy Visser Senior Center

Shelly KindredSan Clemente Journal

Ben MedinaFriendly FixIT Mobile

Computer Services

Debra OsborneFirst Team Christie’s

International Real Estate

Kelly FinneyColdwell Banker Beachside

Rick DivelDivel Insurance Agency

Daniella McCormickFarmers & Merchants Bank

Vicky Wilsontaxpros+

Erin BlakeH.H. Cotton’s American

Bar & Grill

San Clemente Chamber of CommerceSan Clemente Micro-Brew FestPresented by Left Coast Brewing Co.

Taste your favorite area Micro Brews at the 9th Annual San Clemente Beer Festival, Presented by Left Coast Brewing Co., on

Saturday, April 13, 2019 at Left Coast Brewing Co., 1245 Puerta Del Sol in San Clemente from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

Presenting Sponsor

An array of exciting bands will be providing entertainment as you enjoy Micro Brews from all over Southern California. Spark your palette with gourmet

delights from a variety of popular food trucks. You will also have the opportunity to tour the Left Coast Brewing Company’s Brewery,

with your VIP admission.

This Tasting is one you won’t want to miss!

VIP opening 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. VIP admission price is $50.00 per person.

Event open to the public at 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. General admission price $40.00 pre-order.

$45.00 at the door.

Admission includes (12) 4oz Micro Brew samples.

Must be 21 to be admitted. Attendance is limited, so get your tickets early by calling the Chamber at 949-492-1131 or visiting our website

www.scchamber.com

“Outstanding Lifetime Achievement Award” Winners – Larry & Karlena Rannals

Larry and Karlena have resided in the City of San Clemente for 33+ years. Larry served for 26 years for the United States Marine Corps. Upon retirement from Active Duty, he began his civilian career working once again for USMC at Camp Pendleton as the Community Plans and Liaison community Officer for an additional 22 years, which started his community service to the community of San Clemente. Larry supports numerous charities both financially and his time that include: • Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast Area – Board member since 2010, serving as the board president for 2018

• San Clemente Exchange Club – member since 2015, serving this year as Vice President, and President in 2019

• November 10 Association – member since 2010, Trustee

• San Clemente Chamber of Commerce – Camp Pendleton Liaison to the Chamber approximately 20 years (1993-2015)

• Financially supports numerous charitable organizations that support children, military service members and their family, and the local business community.

Karlena has more than 36 years as a successful administrative services and operations professional with a solid record of accomplishments at the Rancho Santa Fe Fire Protection

District. Her broad range of administrative, financial, human resources and public governance related skills to include budgeting, general accounting and audit, personnel training and development, benefits coordination, procurement of commercial insurances, IT assistance and high-level confidential support to elected officials has assisted her in her volunteer service within her profession.

Karlena has numerous years of volunteer experience that includes serving as a board member for the Trauma Intervention Program of San Diego County Inc. 1993-2004; serving as board president from 2000 – 2004. In conjunction with her of service (2006-2014) on the International Association of Administrative Professional (IAAP) Board of Directors, serving as International President (2012-13); she served for two years as a trustee for the Retirement Center Foundation (renamed The Foundation of IAAP), and in 2015 served as the fundraising Chair, The Amazing Ride. Karlena joined The Foundation of IAAP as a Director at Large in 2015 and continues to serve on this foundation fundraising for educational opportunities for other administrative professionals.

Thank you Larry and Karlena for your many years of continuous support and for your outstanding dedication to the City of San Clemente.

Daniella McCormick – Receives 10th Annual Ambassador of the Year.

The purpose of the Ambassadors is to generate goodwill among the present and potential Chamber of Commerce members, local businesses and the community in which we live and conduct business. Ambassadors must create and carry out specific, measurable programs, and seek to involve others in their activities. To be committed to Membership retention within the Chamber of Commerce.

As a Chamber Ambassador in 2018, Daniella McCormick was the epitome of an outstanding Ambassador Council volunteer.

She volunteered at almost every single Chamber event in 2018 including the Annual Meeting, State of the City, San Clemente Mixologist Competition, San Clemente Micro-Brew Fest, Fiesta Music Festival, San Clemente Seafest, the Taste of San Clemente, Military Holiday Celebration and the Chamber Membership Challenge. In addition, she was a key Ambassador at Chamber Networking Events & Mixers, attended Ribbon Cutting and Grand Openings for businesses and volunteers her time at many other special events.

We commend Daniella for her hard work and dedication to the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce.

These individuals deserve a tremendous amount of respect for their contribution to the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce (Your Business Organization) and the City of San Clemente.

Special thanks to Master of Ceremonies, Senator Pat Bates; Installing Officer, Assemblyman Bill Brough; Award Officiate, Former Mayor Tim Brown and photographers San Clemente Journal and Chuck & Linda Narey.



Upcoming Chamber Meetings & Activities...Thursday, March 7– Business Council at Bella Collina San Clemente at 12:00 p.m.

Thursday, March 7 – Business Connections Networking event hosted by Eric Johnson, DDS, 647 Camino de los Mares #209 at 5:30 p.m. Best Dressed Leprechaun Contest Discounted Member rate $10.00 Prospective Member rate is $20.00

Tuesday, March 12 – Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast at the Community Center at 7:00 a.m.

Friday, March 15 – Board meeting held at Chamber office at 7:30 a.m.

Friday, March 15 – Membership Orientation at San Clemente Chamber, 1231 Puerta Del Sol, 200 at 12:00 p.m. Lunch hosted by BallPark Pizza San Clemente

Saturday, March 16 - Exchange Club St. Patrick’s Day Dinner at the Community Center at 5:00 p.m.

Thursday, March 21 - Mixologist Competition at H.H. Cotton's American Bar & Grill, 201 Ave. Del Mar at 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 27 – Legislative, Transportation & Economic Development Council at the Chamber Office, 1231 Puerta Del Sol, 200 at 12:00 p.m. Speaker: County Clerk Recorder, Hugh Nguyen

Friday, March 29 - State of the City at Bella Collina San Clemente, 200 Ave. La Pata at 11:30 a.m.

Save the Date Saturday, April 13 - San Clemente Microbrew Festival at Left Coast Brewing Company, 1245 Puerta Del Sol at 12:00 p.m. VIP $50/ General $40/ At the door $45

Wednesday, April 17 – Ribbon Cutting at Child Guidance Center, 3551 Camino Mira Costa, Ste. T, sc at 11:30 a.m.

Friday, April 26 – Ribbon Cutting at San Clemente Electric Bikes, 2345 S. El Camino Real at 11:30 a.m.

los Mares #209 at 5:30 p.m. Discounted Member rate $10.00 Prospective Member rate is $20.00

San Clemente Mixologist Competition – Thursday, March 21, 2019 at H.H. Cotton’s American Bar & Grill at 3:00 p.m.

State of the City – Friday, March 29, 2019 at Bella Collina San Clemente at 11:30 a.m.

San Clemente Microbrew Festival – Saturday, April 13, 2019 at Left Coast Brewing Company at 12:00 p.m.

Fiesta Music Festival – Sunday, August 11, 2019 at Avenida Del Mar at 7:00 a.m.

San Clemente Seafest – Sunday, October 6, 2019 at San Clemente Pier at 9:00 a.m.

Taste of San Clemente – Friday, November 1, 2019 at Casino San Clemente at 6:00 p.m.

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