May/June 2010 victorville chamber of commerce
insightmagazine inside insight: Teacher inspired to take leadership classes to Victorville students Apple Valley 18564 Hwy. 18 “Welcome to Our Valley” (760) 242-7221 Hesperia 15545 Bear Valley Rd. (760) 244-5464 Wrightwood 2008 Palm Springs 2008 Hesperia 14411 Main St., Ste A (760) 956-2361
Phelan Spring Valley Lake 2008 4634 Phelan Rd., Ste F (760) 868-6620 Shear Realty Pinon Hills YOUR High Desert 815 Highway 138 Source for (760) 868-7720 Residential Victorville Investment 12170 Spring Valley Pkwy. Commercial (760) 243-3803 Properties Victor Valley’s #1 Real Estate Company 1719 Consecutive Years www.shearrealty.comwww.shearrealty.com CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE insight Leading the Way magazine Executive Committee 2009-10 John Kelberlau Chairman of the Board Desert Community Bank Rob Kurth VP Economic Enhancement Lee & Associates - Victorville he 19th century Norwegian poet Angela Gardner VP Business Services Henrik Ibsen said, “A community Goodwill Southern California is like a ship; everyone ought to be T Dwight Johnson prepared to take the helm.” But what does it VP Financial Services take to become a leader? Is it organizational El Dorado Broadcasters skills or communication? Does is all boil Val Matteson down to having the right connections? VP Special Events Val Matteson Consulting Services Your Victorville Chamber of Commerce Sharon Rodriguez membership provides you with the VP Membership & Community Services Southwest Gas Corporation opportunity to learn about how to become a great community leader Margaret R. Peterson, Ph.D. Past Chairman of the Board and to routinely network with many Desert Valley Medical Group of the Victor Valley’s leaders – from Board of Directors 2009-10 government to education to charitable Pat Caldwell, Ph.D Management Consultant organizations and of course business. Sam Gibbs Omnitrans David Greiner Greiner Buick-Pontiac-GMC Robert Lovingood ICR Staffing/Degreedjobs.com The Chamber’s Four Core Benefits – Tim Jasper High Desert Laser Graphics Business Enhancement, Connection & Promotion, Legislative Advocacy Dale Marsden, Ed.D. Victor Elementary and Community Involvement – are more than just words, but a way for School District Mike Nutter ISU Insurance Services every member to get involved in this community. Through involvement, ARMAC Agency you can learn about how to be a better leader for this community. Jim Phillips Century 21 Fairway Realty, Inc. When I started out, I was somewhat intimidated about getting to know Doug Robertson (Ex Officio) City of Victorville Jim Stasiak JSC Companies our community leaders. Now, I feel fortunate to have been given the Stephan Wingert Daily Press opportunity to build those relationships. Caroll Yule Shear Realty - Victorville Staff It has been a quick year serving as your Chairman of the Board of Michele Spears President/CEO Directors. I value this experience immensely. My thanks for everyone’s Lisa De La Cruz Business Development Manager Chamber participation and support. That’s what makes this Chamber Annie MacKay Communications Manager Heather Ford Special Events Manager what it is – a Leader. Amanda Vaage Membership Development Manager Mckenzie Tarango Legislative Affairs Representative Published by the Victorville Chamber of Commerce John Kelberlau 14174 Green Tree Blvd., Victorville, CA 92395 P.O. Box 997, Victorville, CA 92393 Chairman of the Board Tel: (760) 245-6506 Fax: (760) 245-6505 E-Mail: [email protected] For advertising call Susan Brodeur PrintDirect (760) 951-6216 Printed by PrintDirect, A Division of the Daily Press Visit us online at vvchamber.com Site created and hosted by Axiom Media
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Legislative Update by Margaret R. Peterson. Ph.D. Desert Valley Medical Group & Hospital
The legislative forefront is once again posing items that generate excitement and challenge. Mike Page At the Federal level, Health Care Reform took President center stage leaving all of us wondering two Mojave Water Agency things: How much more taxes will we have to pay and will my health care be better or worse? The one thing that is clear is that it is a package that will affect all aspects of the health care industry and one that will evolve as we better understand the intended outcomes. ike Page first came to the scene of the water At the State level, we are faced with the political community while he was serving as president of platform of a State that is financially strapped. the Victorville Chamber of Commerce in 1999. As M This environment of decreasing revenue and Chamber President he strongly encouraged the Chamber increasing cost requires focus on issues that to support the development of SCLA/power plant will strengthen the economy through business project and was clear that water played an integral role friendly legislation. One such legislation is in the creation of jobs. He ran for election representing SBX6 6 - Tax Amnesty: Penalty which removes Division 4 which covers most of Victorville and Spring an onerous tax burden on employers. Another Valley Lake. He was elected to the Mojave Water Agency example is AB 1771 – Public Contracts: Prison in November, 2001, and re-elected in November, 2006. He Industry Authority (PIA) which allows state is serving his 3rd consecutive one-year term as President. departments to award contracts less than $25,000 to small businesses for goods or The Mojave Water Agency serves as one of 29 State Water services without seeking a PIA exemption. Contractors and is the water wholesaler for the area and also serves as the Watermaster, ensuring the compliance On May 17 and 18, several of us from the High to the legal mandates from the 2002 Judgment. Desert will be going to Sacramento for the 2010 Business Summit where we will have an In addition to his elected position, Mike is well known opportunity to discuss with our legislators in the community as the local representative of Verizon issues that are relevant to our business where he is employed as a Director - Governmental and community. If you have any suggestions or External Affairs. would like to participate in this trip, please call the Victorville Chamber office at (760) 245-6506. Mike is a past President of the Victorville Chamber of Commerce and the Victorville Rotary Club, and is currently a member of various Chambers of Commerce and Economic Development organizations in the Southern CA region.
Mike was born and raised in the San Bernardino area. Mike, his wife Sharon and their three daughters have lived in the Victor Valley since 1997.
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The Business of Learning: The Chamber Goes to China
he Victorville Chamber of Commerce announced it is Victorville Cleans Up offering an all-inclusive trip to China and invites the with Disneyland Tcommunity to join them on this incredible adventure. Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou and Suzhou are some of the cities the Chamber guests will visit. aking care of our City has never had such excellent benefits! In addition to the sense of pride, the clean curbs The nine-day, seven-night China trip runs from October 18 Tand the beautiful lots we usually get after the Victorville – 26, 2010 at a cost of $1,999 per person. It includes charter Community Clean-up Day, this spring 1,000 people are also bus to and from LAX, round-trip air to China, airport tax and celebrating a job well done at Disneyland thanks to the Give a air transfers, 4 and 5 Star hotel accommodations, hotel taxes, Day Get a Day program. three meals daily, deluxe bus tours, English speaking tour guides and admission tickets to tourist spots. Thank you to our sponsors City of Victorville Public Works Department, Michele Spears, president and CEO of the Victorville Solid Waste Division Chamber of Commerce, will be traveling with this group. Alaska USA Federal Credit Union “We are excited to be able to lead a group from the Victor Desert Valley Hospital Valley to China to learn about the culture and way of life,” Shear Realty – Victorville Spears said. “China is emerging as a world leader and our Century 21 Fairway Realty, Inc. group will have a chance to see firsthand how business Daily Press operates and the opportunities that are available.” Desert Community Bank Patel & Co., Inc. CPA In addition to sightseeing at such famed tourist destinations ServPro of Victorville/Adelanto/Victor Valley as the Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Southern California Edison Heaven and Lingyin Temple, participants will also visit the Victor Valley Federal Credit Union Hangzhou Economic Development Zone and the Pudong Economic Development Zone, which will give visitors a Thanks also to these local restaurants who offered discounts chance to see Chinese business operations. to all Clean-up participants on April 10th: Chili’s Grill & Bar, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Farmer Boy’s, HomeTown Buffet, Kinari For more information about the Victorville Chamber Bistro, La Casita at the Lake, La Casita Mexican Restaurant and of Commerce’s China 2010 trip, contact Heather Ford at Mimi’s Cafe. [email protected] or call (760) 245-6506.
State of the Chamber Address
oin us as John Kelberlau, Chairman of the Board, recaps the Chamber’s 2009-10 year. We’ll also welcome the new Jmembers of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Board.
Thanks to our sponsors: Abengoa Solar, Inc., Southwest Gas Corporation and Victor Valley Community Hospital.
Business Expo: July 14
he Chamber’s most notable business to business expo will be held July 14th from 3:00 – 6:00 pm with booth sales Tstarting on May 1st. Check in with the chamber website www.vvchamber.com to get your application! The Expo always sells out fast, so be sure to reserve your space at this excellent networking opportunity. There is no better way to showcase your products and services to other chamber members. Contact Lisa De La Cruz for more information at (760) 245-6506 or email [email protected] 5 insight magazine victorville chamber of commerce SPOTLIGHT Century 21 Fairway
Century 21 Fairway: a Family Tradition Experience Squeals, Thrills and Ferris Wheels at the 2010 County Fair entury 21 Fairway has been a strong family business since 1964 dedicated to he SBC Fair right here in providing quality service to their clients. C Victorville runs May 15th thru Charlotte Phillips started the tradition by Janie and Jim May 23rd. The Concert Series building a reputation for integrity and fairness T Phillips includes Uncle Kracker, Trailer Choir, Your Path Home In The High Desert serving her clients and her community. She En Vogue, and Tanya Tucker. Get your passed on her work ethics to her son Jim and Your Path Home In The High Desert pre-sale tickets in advance at www. daughter Janie in mid 1980s. Today Jim and Janie manage the offices TAX CREDITS EXTENDED! sbcfair.com or at your local Chamber $8,000 1st Time Home Buyer Credit in Victorville and Apple Valley which includes a team of overTAX 65 CREDITS EXTENDED! $6,500 For Move Up Buyers! $8,000 1stof Time Commerce, Home Tanger Buyer Outlet Credit Center, *Check with your tax advisor to see if you qualify agents and staff. Century 21 Fairway Realty is a full service real estate $6,500 For Move Up Buyers! Average Price 3 BD, 2 BA 4 BD, 2 BA SBC*Check with Workforceyour tax advisor to see if you Development qualify Dept., $117,500 $117,300 $120,000 $4112.00 Down Payment Hesperia Hesperia company providing residential, commercial and property managementAverage Price Apple3 BD, 2 ValleyBA Christian4 BD, 2 Center,BA Desert$888.71 Estimated Monthly Payment (PF8676) (PV15421) BUYING? $117,500 $117,300 $120,000 services with a commitment to an ethical, professional, and personal 5.5% Interest Rate OAC 760-244-5481 760-244-5481 $4112.00 Down Payment CommunityHesperia Bank, SatelliteHesperia Wagering, $888.71 Estimated Monthly Payment (PF8676) (PV15421) BUYING? approach. Jim said, “Our quality people allow us to continue the 760-244-5481 760-244-5481 Tax Credits 5.5% Interest Rate OAC Swap Meet, or the San Bernardino 3 BD, 2 BA 4 BD, 2 BA tradition of being a second generation family owned continues the Won’t Last $119,900 $120,000 Tax Credits Forever! Apple Valley Hesperia SELLING? County3 BD, 2 BA Fairgrounds.4 BD, Combo 2 BA admission 760-241-3471 760-241-3471 tradition of quality service.” Won’t Last $119,900 $120,000 CALL US!!! Forever! andApple Concert Valley Series ticketHesperia canSELLING? be 760-241-3471 760-241-3471 Thinking Of CALL US!!! 4 BD, 2 BA 3 BD, 2 BA purchased online at Relocating? $125,000 $127,900 INVESTING? Visit www.century21fairway.com for more information. Nationwide Thinking Of Hesperia Hesperia www.sbcfair.com4 BD, 2 BA 3 BD, 2 BA Relocation Great Investment Relocating? 760-244-8557 760-244-8557 $125,000 $127,900 INVESTING?Service/FREE! Opportunities! Nationwide Hesperia Hesperia Great Investment Relocation 760-244-8557 760-244-8557 Service/FREE! For more Opportunities! $75,000 $80,000 $84,900 $89,900 $75,000 $80,000information $84,900 $89,900 please call SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY FA3 BedIR 2 Bath Victorville 3 Bed 2 Bath Hesperia 3 Bed 2 Bath Apple Valley 3 Bed 2 Bath Hesperia (PM15203) (PD17449) (PC11360) (PM7975) (760) 951-2200. 760-244-5481 760-244-5481 760-244-5481 760-244-5481 3 Bed 2 Bath Victorville 3 Bed 2 Bath Hesperia 3 Bed 2 Bath Apple Valley 3 Bed 2 Bath Hesperia $59,900 Your Human Resource Solution Since 1971 (PM15203) (PM7975) $106,000 $107,600 $104,500 (PD17449) (PC11360) 760-244-5481 760-244-5481 760-244-5481 760-244-5481 Permanent & temPorary Placement $59,900 $106,000 $107,600 $104,500 The VicTor Valley MarkeTing group “We make it easy for you” 3 Bed 2 Bath Adelanto 3 Bed 2 Bath Hesperia 5 Bed 3 Bath Apple Valley 3 Bed 2 Bath Apple Valley www.VVMg.neT (PK10400) (PS7166) (PJ13905) (PD15421) 760-244-5481 760-244-5481 760-244-5481 760-244-5481 3 Bed 2 Bath Adelanto 3 Bed 2 Bath Hesperia 5 Bed 3 Bath Apple Valley 3 Bed 2 Bath Apple Valley (PK10400) $309,000 $69,900 $169,900 FEATURED (PS7166) BUSINESSES (PJ13905) (PD15421) $152,500 760-244-5481 760-244-5481 760-244-5481 760-244-5481 $309,000Hunny Do Artificial$152,500 Grass$69,900 & Putting$169,900 Greens
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torage Solutions has joined the GREENspot the highlights included vaccination information, SDROPoff network of free and convenient e-waste glucose screening, bone density testing, cholesterol recycling DROPoff locations. Now there are more screening and body mass and nutrition information. convenient places where people can drop off e-waste The actual Health Fair was hosted inside Stirling for proper recycling in California. “We are so excited Development’s 223,773-square-foot Global Access to be part of the GREENspot DROPoff network. Business Centre, which offers local businesses Going GREEN has been a strong initiative for Storage multi-tenant industrial space ranging from 2,000 to Solutions and we are proud to be able to offer the 50,000 square feet. More information can be found at public our self storage facilities as free places to stirlingdevelopment.com and vvch.org recycle their e-waste,” said Jae Ho, Operations Manager. For more information about GREENspot auding the extraordinary efforts of its sales DROPoff and to find out where your DROPoff Lforce, Century 21 Fairway Realty announced location is, please visit www.greenspotdropoff.org that Jeffrey Longshore was recently recognized with the Double Centurion Producer award for sales ictor Valley Community Hospital was recently production. The Double Centurion Producer award Vawarded the three-year accreditation from the is presented to associates that achieve $418,000 in Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP), sales production or 120 closed transaction sides an independent, recognized accreditation authority. within a year. “Jeffrey is a consummate professional It earned this distinction after HFAP conducted who continues to exceeds the expectations of our an extensive and objective review of the hospital’s clients in order to provide an unmatched level of quality and safety standards. “We’re proud to service and peace of mind during the real estate achieve this prestigious distinction,” said Catherine transaction,” said James Phillips, broker of Century M. Pelley, Chief Executive Officer, Victor Valley 21 Fairway Realty. Community Hospital. “By awarding us accreditation, the HFAP has recognized our commitment to providing outstanding care to our patients and our community. In fact, quality is consistently the A Premier Alzheimer’s Residence. priority focus in our strategic plans and goals.” • Alzheimer’s Care n partnership with Victor Valley Community • Respite / Short Stay IHospital, Stirling Development opened its • Care by the Hour, $10 per hour doors for a free Health Fair to the 2,000 employees • Wa l k i n g Paths and Beautiful located at the Global Access project in Victorville, Outdoor Sitting Areas commonly known as SCLA or former George AFB. • Hospice Welcome Major employers such as Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, STERLING Plastipak Packaging and Newell Rubbermaid COMMONS
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s a Leadership Victor Valley graduate, Minda Stackelhouse, principal at Brentwood Elementary, built strong business connections Aand networking relationships. In addition to her new contacts, Minda gained a “Our mission is a strong quality of life and a big wealth of information about her part of that is a strong workforce,” said Michele community, met with local and Spears, President/CEO of the Victorville Chamber regional leaders and learned of Commerce. “It’s important that we start at the about what it takes to make a elementary level and get our kids interested and strong and effective leader. enthusiastic about our community.”
Utilizing that knowledge, One thing the school is interested in doing is mirroring Stackelhouse and the Victor chamber events, including the State of the City Address Elementary School District (VESD) and Leadership Victor Valley. Their Jr. Leadership are embarking on a new project, program would be “a sneak attack of learning,” says making Brentwood elementary a Stackelhouse. “It won’t be a boring class, but an Leadership and Business school. VESD empowering experience teaching goal setting.” The Superintendent Dale Marsden, Ed.D. says, school plans to make the students an integral piece of “Brentwood Elementary is working hard how the school is run, with a voice and a presence in to meet the board’s goal to develop a plan the school. When the school opens in September, it will that calls for all VESD schools to be schools be open to all students of the High Desert, regardless of of choice. The Brentwood team took on the what city they live in. challenge of developing as a school of choice focused on Leadership.” “One important thing we are doing is changing the way schools work with business,” says Stackelhouse. “We At the center of that plan is a book called “The aren’t going to them asking for money, we are asking for Leader in Me” by Stephen Covey. The book looks involvement, mentors, relationships. These students are at schools and how they can effectively teach the future employees of our businesses, we need to be in students his seven habits of highly effective an open dialogue to mold these students into what we people and preparing students for the challenges need for the future.” of the 21st century. “We want our students to learn these habits and to start taking initiative in their “It is an exciting accomplishment for the Brentwood education and in their lives, “said Stackelhouse. team and the students and families they serve to partner with business to create a school that is responsive to this Part of that leadership and business training will include community’s desire to ensure a solid educational system a Jr. Chamber and Jr. Rotary program at the school. that fully prepares students for their future work as Students will host their own events, find business leaders,” says Marsden. speakers, get involved in community programs and attend outside events with the goal of coming back with Stackelhouse for one is eager to see how the new school ideas about how to implement those events at the school will evolve. “I am very excited about being on the cusp of level. This includes partnerships with the Victorville offering something different and new to the students in Chamber of Commerce. our area.”
8 insight magazine victorville chamber of commerce Students from Brentwood Elementary point to the “wall of success” which displays pennants from the colleges, universities, and tech schools they have written to in order to start planning their future.
Silverado: Early College Campus
Silverado Early College Campus (ECC) is a small school, grades 9-12, within Silverado high school. ECC students are able to earn a high school diploma and college credit at the same time, which can be counted towards completion of a certificate program, an Associate’s Degree, or up to two years of transferable credit towards a Bachelor’s Degree.
ECC will offer a student-centered culture in which students have a voice and play a role in deciding what path they will take in their college studies and/or career readiness path. It will be a supportive environment that encourages underrepresented groups and first- generation students to attend and succeed in college and be successful Brentwood students gather around the circle in a career by presenting a rigorous program that specializes in preparing students for college and the world of work through which displays the principles needed to innovative teaching and learning strategies. center your life, such as honesty, caring, loyalty, patience and hard work. Students will also have the chance to pursue a career-related internship through a partnership of high school, college, local businesses and San Bernardino County Office of Education Regional Occupation Program.
ECC is made possible through a partnership with Barstow Community College and Victor Valley Community College. Barstow is offering up to 10 ½ credits free each Principal Art Sanchez states that semester, and VVC is Silverado High School Early College offering up to 11 units per Campus is a “state of the art” high semester at $1 per unit. school with a strong community college partnership where students Anyone interested should can earn a high school diploma and call the Victor Valley college units concurrently. We are partnered with Barstow Community Union High School 9 District Counseling Office College and Victor Valley College to offer a unique academic and social insight magazine victorville chamber of commerce at: 760-955-3353 ext. 2500. experience for our students. NEW MEMBERS
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In Memoriam With deep regret we report the deaths of William “Bill” Porter and Lee Tucker. Bill was a lifetime supporter of the Chamber and served as President of the Chamber from 1967-68. Lee was “Mr. Red Cross” and brought so much to our community. You will both be greatly missed. Bill Porter Lee Tucker
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Amanda Vaage Anita Campbell Annie MacKay Cynthia Larez Connie Robles Diana Holmes Dina Ramsey Victorville Chamber Victor Elementary Victorville Chamber Hilton Garden Inn The Law Offices of American Red Cross Victor Elementary of Commerce School District of Commerce Caldwell, Kennedy & Porter High Desert Chapter School District
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he Victorville Chamber Board of Directors would like to welcome our six incoming Board members. “I am committed to supporting the business TEach term is three years and starts July 1, 2010. community in any way I can, especially in this economy. Also, I’ve made a lot of good friends Dr. Pat Caldwell is an organizational development through my association with the Chamber---a consultant with 23 years experience assisting community great benefit that comes from our networking colleges, nonprofits and business. She has been opportunities.” recognized by both the Business and Professional Women’s Club and Soroptimist as their Distinguished see Leaders page 15 Woman of the Year. 13 insight magazine victorville chamber of commerce CALENDAR
Meetings are held at the Victorville Chamber of Commerce, 14174 Green Tree Blvd., unless otherwise noted. For more information, call (760) 245-6506, or check our website: www.vvchamber.com May 3 VYP Behind the Scenes Tour www.victorvilleyp.com 4:00 pm 24 VYP Blender 4 International Discovery Program www.victorvilleyp.com orientation: China 26 Leadership Victor Valley Comfort Suites The Court System 12281 Mariposa Rd. Victorville Courthouse 5:30 pm 14455 Civic Dr. 5 State of Education Address 7:45 am - RSVP Req. Victorville Conference Center 12603 Mariposa Rd. 7:30 am June 6 Legislative Action Cmte. Mtg. 2 State of the Chamber 8:00 am and Installation Breakfast 10 Mock Interviews. Victorville Conference Center 10:00 am 12603 Mariposa Rd. 12 Executive Cmte. Mtg. 7:30 am 7:30 am 3 Legislative Action Cmte. Mtg. Ambassador Mtg. 8:00 am Johnny Rebs’ Southern Roadhouse 4 Leadership Victor Valley Noon Law Enforcement & Criminal Justice 13 Leadership Victor Valley Federal Correctional Complex Water & Infrastructure 13777 Air Expressway Blvd. Mojave Water Agency 7:45 am - RSVP Req. 22450 Headquarters Dr. 9 New Member Reception Apple Valley Comfort Suites 7:45 am - RSVP Req. 12281 Mariposa Rd. 17-18 California Business Summit 8:30 am Sacramento Ambassador Mtg. 19 Board of Directors Mtg. Location TBA 7:00 am Noon VYP Council Mtg. 14 Leadership Victor Valley Graduation 3:00 pm Location TBA 20 Ribbon Cutting, Senior Wellness Ctr. 6:00 pm 19181 Town Center Dr., Apple Valley 16 Board of Directors Mtg. 11:30 am 7:00 am Mixer - Lee & Associates 14369 Park Ave., Ste. 200 5:00 pm
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insightPlatinum m embers magazine victorville chamber of commerce Gold m embers s ilver m embers Victorville Disposal/Burrtec Waste Leaders from page 13 “Leadership is what makes the difference in any organization; this Chris Espinoza has been the Managing Partner of the Chamber continues to provide its very best to ensure success for Outback Steakhouse since October of 2001. Over the years those engaged as members.” he has helped many local businesses and organizations with fundraising events. It is his hope to give back to his Josie Martinez has been a Realtor for Century 21 Fairway community and continue to make Victorville a great place to in Victorville for nine years. Josie has been recognized work and raise a family. by Century 21 Corporate for achieving Master Ruby, Emerald and Centurion sales levels. She also has over 16 Liz Hewson is currently the Property Manager years experience in customer service and for The Mall of Victor Valley. She has worked management. She is also a 2005 graduate of throughout Southern California including the Leadership Victor Valley program. Westside Pavilion, The Oaks, Pacific View and La Cumbre Plaza. She is a graduate of “Being involved lets me give back to my the University of San Diego with a Bachelor community and a chance to work and meet of Business Administration and a Bachelor of a lot of great people!” Arts in Spanish. “The Victorville Chamber of Commerce is an essential tool for businesses and business leaders within our community. My Vici Nagel is President/CEO of High Desert involvement is paramount to The Mall of Victor Valley’s success Resource Network, a nonprofit organization dedicated within the High Desert.” to strengthening the local social service sector. During her career Vici has worked for a variety of nonprofits; has owned and operated a successful trucking business with Dale Marsden, Ed.D. has served the her husband and received “Certified Fund Victor Elementary School District for over Raising Executive” credential. 17 years as teacher, principal, district level administration, and currently as “I’ve been a member of the Chamber superintendent. Dale is an advocate for for seven years and am honored to join student success in public education and the board of such a well-respected and recognizes the critical role of community and impactful community organization.” business partnerships to ensure a strong future workforce. Storewide Savings Going On Now!
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