Joinin
g the Encino Chamber of Commerce back in 1987
was one the most positive and constructive things I have done.
I have made excellent business connections with many of
the Chamber members, acquired property from members
or their referrals and became the Vice Chairman and Director
of a bank through relationships related to my board
participation. Chamber members have become tenants
in my properties, including four Encino Chamber past-presidents.
I participate in numerous other chambers in the San Fernando
Valley, and by doing this I have seen the quality of members
in the Encino Chamber. This quality is revealed by the
fact that over 50% of the prestigious
Fernando Award* winners have been Encino Chamber members.”
-Rickey Gelb, Gelb Group ~ A Family of Companies www.gelbgroup.com
Member Since 1988
*The Fernando Award is the highest award for volunteerism and philanthropy
in the San Fernando Valley. It is supported by the Valley Chambers of Commerce,
civic and philanthropic organizations, entrepreneurs and corporations located in
the San Fernando Valley.
www.fernandoawards.com
Locating services and products from reputable, dependable
and responsible companies can be a daunting task. As an
Encino Chamber member I have had the opportunity to meet
other business owners and develop meaningful relationships
with them. This is a tremendous help when selecting a company
to use, such as Auto Aid; West-Val Pharmacy; Roman Kniter, D.D.S.;
and Paul Davis Insurance Services (health insurance and
Medicare supplemental insurance).”
-Michael S. Turner, Bearsworth Promotions
www.bearsworth.com
Member Since 2002
“I have joined the Encino Chamber right after
starting my business in 1988. I have been an
active member as well as a board member since
1991. Throughout these years I have created
long lasting relationships with the chamber
members and have given and receive business. I
exclusively deal with the Chamber members.
Last year I purchased a home utilizing a Realtor
and a Mortgage company who are Chamber members.”
-Jamshid Javidi, CEO Computers, Inc. www.ceocomputers.com
Member Since 1989
“I was attracted to the Encino Chamber because
they addressed issues important to the
community at large as well as Chamber
members. Our business has prospered since
joining and my family has used the services
offered by members. We also benefited from
knowledge gained from speakers about various
issues and opportunities including disaster preparedness
and CERT training. I have always said that the members are
committed to the community and
walk their talk.”
-Alberta Bellisario, Paul Davis Insurance Services www.pdinsure.com
Member Since 1995
“West-Val Pharmacy membership is a “habit,” but
a good habit. We do get some business from
members, but not much. Yes, relationships are a
plus and supporting other chamber businesses is
our practice always. Being a member of the
Encino Chamber of Commerce is my way of
giving back to the community.”
-Stan Goldenberg, B.S. Ph. FASCP, West-Val Pharmacy
www.west-valpharmacy.com
Member Since 1959
As a local business owner, the Encino
Chamber of Commerce allowed me to quickly
get to know many of the other business
owners in my area in softer settings where
sales weren’t the focus. This helped me
establish deeper relationships that have led
directly to sales, business partnerships and mentorships.
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Member Since 2014
Jamshid Javidi of CEO Computers describes why he has been a member of the Encino Chamber for two decades
Rickey Gelb of the Gelb Group loves the Encino Chamber of Commerce
Diana Sanchez of the Van Nuys Airport explains why they are members and supporters of the Encino Chamber of Commerce.
Attorney Joel Simon loves being a member of the Encino Chamber of Commerce