Business After Hours Mixer - City News Group

For a business owner, networking is just one of the many elements that need to be mastered in order for their business to flourish. In the city of Redlands, business owners seem to understand that concept and embrace it. On Thursday, Feb. 20 The Chamber of Commerce in Redlands held an After Hours Business Mixer. The Mixer was hosted by the Redlands Executive Suites which was represented by Manager Jennifer Heichberger and her assistant/receptionist Paisley Owens. “We lease the building to all kinds of professionals; we have attorneys, realtors, doctors, and even city councils, we are happy to serve them all,” said Heichberger about the mixer. Alan Richard, Chamber of Commerce Treasurer and owner of ISU BARICH Insurance orchestrated the raffle and informed members and those interested about upcoming events. One of the raffle winners was Linda Derebery who received a wreath made of wine corks which was donated by a member. “These are good opportunities to continue networking,” exclaimed Ricard about the mixers who also informed the attendees about new member orientations which are available called B2B week and used to build membership. Businesses owners in attendance were able to converse amongst each other and become familiar with one another as well as catch up with those they already know. The owners of Redlands Juice It Up were present and supported the event. Steve and Cathy Griffin were all smiles and supportive while speaking with their fellow business owners. Board Member and All Four Paws owner Elizabeth Kulbin was in attendance and has been an active supporter of the Chamber for many years. Kublin who has been in business since 2006 shares that the mixer is “a great place to network and gather resources for business owners.” Eric Anderson Criminal Attorney was more than happy to support and represent businesses he counsels such as Wild Donkey Brewery and Redlands Cigar Lounge. After Anderson graduated from Boston College School of Law he did some extensive traveling throughout the county which included stints in New York and the Bay Area before settling in Redlands. “I have to say I simply love the people, area, and couldn’t imagine myself anywhere else,” states Anderson. Ron Witte decided he would open a business installing flat screen televisions in local businesses that displayed local advertisements after retiring from the grocery industry after more than 30 years of service. In his first year he built his clientele to over twenty local businesses in Yucaipa and has since expanded to the surrounding areas, Redlands included. Witte’s wife, Beatrice helped him coin the motto he follows wholeheartedly, “See it. Believe it.” He is now an active member at the Redlands Chamber of Commerce and hasn’t looked back. “I believe helping local businesses, small businesses is an effective way to keep the economy moving,” added Witte. [END] ORIGINAL STORY Redlands Chambers of Commerce and business owners gather for networking and community development. Networking is an essential element in being a business owner. The city of Redlands business owners seems to understand that and have made it a factor into lives. The Chambers of Commerce in Redlands are doing an excellent job of assuring that networking and community development is a continuous process in the city. Tonight’s meeting you will see Alan Ricard Chambers of Commerce Treasurer and owner of ISU BARICH Insurance orchestrated the raffle and informed members and interested members of upcoming events. The last winner of the evening was Linda Derebury who received a wreath made out of wine corks which was donated by a member. “These are good opportunities to continue networking!” he assures his audience. He also referred to a B2B week for new member orientations to build membership. He also informed the audience of new businesses in the area and highlighting the fact that Redlands have no problem attracting new businesses. Business owners would converse amongst each other and become familiar with each other as well as catch up for those who were already familiar. Owners of Redlands Juice it Up were present and supporting the event. Steve and Cathy Griffin were all smiles and supportive while conversing with their fellow business owners. “All Four Paws” Owner and Board Member Elizabeth Kulbin was present she has been in business since 2006 and is an avid supporter of the Chamber of Commerce. Confirming how it is “a great place to network and gather resources for business owners.” Mike Hokana owner of Freeman Office Products in business since 1960 could definitely offer some advice on the longevity of maintaining a business. Relationship Café Owner Dr. Zannetta van Putten LMFT who offers Marriage and Family Therapy was much oblige to support the event of the evening also expressing the need to assist each other in the need to help build clientele. Eric Anderson Criminal Attorney was more than happy to support and represent businesses he counsels such as “Wild Donkey Brewery” and “Redlands Cigar Lounge.” After graduating from Boston College School of Law he did some extensive traveling throughout country such as New York and the Bay Area until he was brought to Redlands area where he has found his home. “I have to say I simply love the people, area and couldn’t imagine myself anywhere else.” Ron Witte was a fascinating story after working in the grocery industries for over thirty years he retired and for his first year he pondered over what was his next step in life. He decided to install flat screen televisions in local businesses that displayed local advertisement. In his first year he built his clientele to over twenty local businesses in Yucaipa since then he has expanded to surrounding areas including Redlands. Wife Beatrice Witte helped him coin the motto he follows whole heartedly “See it. Believe it” and that he did all the way to the office of the Chambers of Commerce where he is an active member. “I believe helping local business small businesses is an effective way to keep the economy moving.” The host of the evening was Redlands Executives Suites represented by Manager Jennifer Heichberger and her assistant/receptionist Paisley Owens. “We lease the building to all kinds of professionals we have attorneys real estate, doctors and even city councils we are happy to serve them all.” The Chamber of Commerce had a successful event and was an exemplifying display of how the future of the City of Redlands is definitely promising. Business After Hours Mixer Date: Thursday, February 20, 2014 Time: 5:00 p.m. Event Location: Redlands Executive Suites Address: 1255 W. Colton Avenue Redlands CA 92374 Description: Redlands Chamber of Commerce presents: Business After Hours Mixer! Join friends and colleagues for fun, food and prizes. Bring your business cards to network! $5 for Chamber Members paid in advance. $10 at the door & for non-members. Reservations: (909) 793-2546 CONTACT INFO Phone: 951-793-2546