Committees
Hollywood Chamber CommitteesChamber committees, comprised of volunteer members, are continuously working to improve Hollywood and shape its future. Through committee involvement, members have the opportunity to effect change in areas specific to their business, and, to make important business contacts.
Take advantage of this important benefit of membership by signing up for one of the following committees by contacting the Chamber at (323) 469-8311 or via email info@hollywoodchamber.net
The committee chair must approve members who wish to join a committee
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Marty Shelton & George Abou Daoud, co-chairs
Meets third Tuesday, 8 a.m.
Coordinates efforts to retain and attract businesses to Hollywood. Sponsors periodic briefings for brokers on economic development projects in greater Hollywood, and coordinates annual Economic Summit.
LEGISLATIVE ACTION
Scott Moe & Susan Cabral-Ebert, co-chairs
Meets second Thursday, 4:00 p.m.
Monitors legislative actions at the local, state and federal levels. Recommends Chamber positions on specific issues, publicizes and seeks support for those positions.
TOURISM
Tej Sundher & Jim O’Callaghan
Meets fourth Wednesday, 4 p.m.
Works to encourage and facilitate tourism in Hollywood by sponsoring special events, providing tourism demographics, supporting projects to increase tourism, and hosting a monthly speaker on tourism-related issues.
WOMEN OF DISTINCTION
Organizes an annual luncheon & fundraiser that recognizes the contributions & achievements of women in the community. Proceeds go to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Community Foundation (501c3). Next event slated for spring 2010. Meets on an as needed basis.
HEALTH CARE
Sam Smith & Jeff Bujer, co-chairs
Organizes programs and projects to address important health care issues facing Hollywood healthcare providers and educators, both legislatively and within the community. Meets on an as needed basis.
SMALL BUSINESS
Michael Druyen & Fariba Kalantari, co-chairs
Organizes seminars and networking events that target the needs of small business, and help their business grow. Meets on an as needed basis under the direction of the Board of Directors Membership Committee.
ALIST
Nicole Mihalka & Renee Kische, co-chairs
For the “future leaders” of the greater Hollywood community, the ALIST focuses on bringing young Chamber members together through participation in community projects and networking opportunities. Meets on an as needed basis.