Testimonials

Review why current members invest their time and money with the Greater Fresno Area Chamber of Commerce.

Electric Motor Shop and Supply Co. has been in business in Fresno for 93 years and a member of the Greater Fresno Area Chamber of Commerce for the last 50 years.

As a business in the electrical distribution, sales and engineering industry, the Chamber has served as a major conduit for networking with business leaders that serve our industry.

The Chamber promotes the growing economy in Fresno, offers programs that helped our business, speaks and
advocates on behalf of businesses and has developed a thriving commerce through their community stewardship. Electric Motor Shop looks forward to many more years of a committed relationship with the Greater Fresno Area Chamber of Commerce.

Salley Caglia
Electric Motor Shop & Supply Co.
253 Fulton Avenue
Fresno, CA 93721
(559) 650-1154
www.electricmotorshop.com 

Professionalism- having great skill in methods, character or standards.  

In today’s world of technology and expanding resources to maintain client relationships and professionalism, we can always look to the Greater Fresno Area Chamber of Commerce to lend support.  This organization has set the standards of excellence in our community and valley.  The Fresno Chamber organization is dedicated to people in business.  Their dedication in “people networking and growth potential” has assisted in the success of many businesses throughout the San Joaquin Valley .  As a member, I feel Chicago Title Co. is well represented by this highly visible and professional organization.

Mark Barsotti
Chicago Title Company
7330 N. Palm Avenue #101
Fresno, CA 93711
(559) 451-3700
www.ctic.com

In using the vision statement of the San Joaquin Political Academy, “A healthy business climate is fundamental to a strong economy.  A strong economy is necessary for a vibrant community,”  the Greater Fresno Area Chamber of Commerce has been the voice of business for over 100 years.  It has been the advocate at all levels of government to keep our community strong and growing.  As a past president of the Chamber, I would strongly recommend you join the other 2,000 members that are already making Fresno a great city.

Joe Levy
Gottschalk's, Inc.
7 River Park Place East
Fresno, CA 93720
(559) 434-8000
www.gottschalks.com

Our company joined the Greater Fresno Area Chamber of Commerce in 1972.  I knew the Chamber began serving the needs of an emerging business community back in the early 1900’s.  Today the mission of our Chamber is to enhance business and cultural vitality throughout Fresno County .  

I served eight years on the Chamber’s Board of Directors.  During my board tenure I learned in depth how the Chamber supports its members through various committees, governmental policy oversight, lobbying and offering seminars and membership mixers.  Through our involvement we have gained business knowledge which has aided our company.  I know every day the Chamber works to make Fresno a better place to live, raise a family and work.  I believe a vibrant business environment is the backbone for a vibrant community.  That’s why we belong to the Chamber.  

I have lived in Fresno all my life, experiencing our community’s ups and downs.  While we still face many challenges in Fresno, what if there was no Chamber these past 112 years?  We would be worse off.  Investigate membership, join and get involved.  You will be glad you did.

Larry Johanson
Johanson Transportation Service
5583 E. Olive Avenue
Fresno, CA 93727
(559) 458-2200
www.johansontrans.com

When our family first started Denham Personnel (now Denham Resources) in 1970 we joined the Chamber because it was the right thing to do for any business.  Jean and Bud Denham, our founders, recognized that even if, as a new business start up, they did not have the time to devote to volunteering at the Chamber, the Chamber would be working every day to improve the business climate and our community.

Since then, members of our family and staff have been able to serve the community through volunteering at the Chamber.  My mother-in-law, Jean, served on the Chamber Board in the late 1970’s.  Dave Denham chaired a successful Chamber golf tournament and other staff members have volunteered on various Chamber committees.  I was honored to serve on the Chamber Board of Directors for eight years and as Chairman of the Board.  All of these experiences have enriched our personal lives as well as our businesses.

I strongly believe that any community is only as strong as its businesses.  I have seen the Chamber take on tough challenges to our community and succeed.  If you have time to give to the community, the Chamber will have a place for you.  If you do not, your membership alone will help the Chamber to achieve its mission to promote business and enhance the economic and cultural well-being of Fresno county residents. 

Kathy Bray
Denham Resources
1540  E. Shaw Avenue #112
Fresno, CA 93710
(559) 222-5284
www.denham.net

The Business Journal has been a proud member of the Greater Fresno Area Chamber of Commerce since 1925 - and during all those years, the Chamber has been an invaluable partner in The Business Journal’s mission to keep the Valley informed of the events in the business world that will have an impact on our area.

Our reason for our support is simple: The Chamber’s role advocating for an improved business climate cannot be understated. Because of its efforts, policymakers at the national, state and local levels are beginning to give real attention to workers’ compensation, outdated fee structures, and reducing red tape. The Chamber’s success has been the business community’s success, and we all see a daily benefit from its efforts.

But there’s still a lot of work to be done - and that’s why I continue to support our local Chamber. They give the Valley’s business community their voice and they work tirelessly to improve our economy, one challenge at a time.

Gordon Webster
The Business Journal
1315 Van Ness, Suite 200
Fresno, CA 93721
(559) 490-3400
www.thebusinessjournal.com