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Thursday, September 12, 2024
Hollywood Africa Alliance Summit: A Celebration of Culture and Collaboration
The Hollywood Africa Alliance is excited to announce the upcoming Hollywood Africa Alliance Summit, a groundbreaking event dedicated to promoting cultural exchange between Hollywood and African countries. This highly anticipated summit will take place on September 27th 2024 at 10am to 12noon at the Ovation ChadoTea / ...read more
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Wednesday, April 25, 2018
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce welcomed six businesses as new members at its April Business After Hours generously hosted by The Fonda Theatre. Guests networked and enjoyed hors d'oeuvres courtesy of Wood & Vine while experiencing views of Hollywood’s skyline. Music was provided by Luis Otero of Resilience DJs.
New Chair Donelle Dadigan and J.J. Connaughton, Director of Membership Services ...read more
Categories: Business, Community, Advocacy, Chamber, Hollywood
Hollywood Chamber PAC Endorses Miguel Santiago in California State Assembly District 53 Primary Race
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
HOLLYWOOD, CA – April 18, 2018 – The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (PAC) announced its support today of Assemblymember Miguel Santiago in his run for reelection.
"The Hollywood Chamber PAC is proud to support Miguel Santiago in his race for reelection to represent Assembly District 53. Since taking office, he has wasted no time in pursuing legislation that will improve ...read more
Categories: Business, Government, Hollywood, Vote, PAC, Chamber, Accountability, Advocacy
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
HOLLYWOOD, CA – April 18, 2018 – The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (PAC) announced its support today of Assemblymember Richard Bloom in his run for reelection.
"The Hollywood Chamber PAC proudly supports Richard Bloom in his bid for reelection to represent the 50th Assembly District. His efforts in fostering economic development and job creation in the legislature are ...read more
Categories: Accountability, Business, PAC, Advocacy, Chamber, Hollywood, Vote
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Katherine Perez-Estolano will be the keynote speaker at the 2018 Hollywood Economic Development Summit on Thursday, June 21st at the ArcLight Hollywood. The Hollywood Chamber’s 24th annual event will run from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Early Bird admission rate is $50 through May 31st. Register online at www.hollywoodchamber.net/summit.
Katherine Perez-Estolano will share her expertise in urban ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, Development, Business, Economic Development, Community, Chamber, Hollywood
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
HOLLYWOOD, CA – April 17, 2018 – The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (PAC) announced its support today of Assemblymember Laura Friedman in her run for reelection.
"The Hollywood Chamber PAC is proud to endorse Laura Friedman once again, this time in her bid for reelection to represent the 43rd Assembly District. Since elected, Laura has excellently represented Hollywood ...read more
Categories: Accountability, Business, Hollywood, Advocacy, California, PAC
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
HOLLYWOOD, CA – April 17, 2018 – The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (PAC) announced its support today of Senator Ben Allen’s bid for reelection.
"The Hollywood Chamber PAC is proud to endorse Ben Allen in his race for reelection to represent Senate District 26. He has consistently demonstrated a special ability to identify and address problems through policy,” stated ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, California, Government, Business, Chamber, PAC
Wednesday, April 11, 2018
HOLLYWOOD, CA – April 11, 2018 – The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (PAC) announced its support today of Assemblymember Adrin Nazarian in his bid for reelection.
"The Hollywood Chamber PAC is proud to endorse Adrin Nazarian in his bid for reelection to represent the 46th Assembly District. Since taking office, the Assemblymember has been an effective advocate for ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, Chamber, PAC, California, Hollywood
Thursday, April 05, 2018
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has commissioned the research company Renegage Marketing to work on a Hollywood Survey which captures a range of information including demographic, behavioral and attitudinal. The survey will be inclusive of Hollywood’s varied and distinct neighborhoods within the Chamber’s footprint and service area which includes the Hollywood Hills (north); Melrose Avenue ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, Hollywood, Marketing, Chamber, Branding, Community
Wednesday, March 28, 2018
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the Hollywood Entertainment BID in co-sponsoring Coro-Fellow Jake Itzkowitz who will be researching what other cities do to preserve and protect their landmarks similar to the Walk of Fame in Hollywood. The research will look into such landmarks as the Freedom Trail in downtown Boston in Massachusetts and the famous San Antonio River in Texas. ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, Chamber, HED, Attractions, Community, Hollywood
Tuesday, March 27, 2018
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (PAC) announced its support today for Los Angeles County Assessor candidate Jeffrey Prang.
"The Hollywood Chamber PAC is proud to endorse Jeffrey Prang in his bid for reelection for L.A County Assessor. Since first taking office as Assessor in 2014, Jeffrey has worked tirelessly to restore public trust in and improve the largest local ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, Government, Taxes, Accountability, County of Los Angeles, PAC, Chamber, Hollywood
Monday, March 19, 2018
This past year as Chairman of the Board has passed in a blink of an eye for me, yet that blink puts into perspective just how profoundly Hollywood evolves in a year – as well as what challenges and opportunities remain on the Chamber’s agenda as to how Hollywood is and will be perceived on the global stage. I sincerely appreciate and thank the Board of Directors for honoring me to represent and ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, Board of Directors, Business, Chair, Chamber, Community, Hollywood
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Wednesday, March 14, 2018
Donelle Dadigan, the President & Founder of the Hollywood Museum in the Historic Max Factor Building, has been elected to lead the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, beginning in April. She will be installed as Chair of the Board, along with other Chamber officers and directors at the Chamber’s 97th annual Installation & Lifetime Achievement Awards Luncheon, on Thursday, April 12th.
In addition, ...read more
Categories: Board of Directors, Chamber, Advocacy, Chair, Hollywood
Thursday, March 01, 2018
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with Variety, presented the 15th Annual Awards Media Welcome Center at the Hollywood Museum in the Historic Max Factor Building on March 1st exclusively for press accredited by the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences.
For one day only from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Hollywood Chamber hosted its exclusive annual press event to promote ...read more
Categories: Branding, Community, Business, Hollywood, Advocacy, Chamber, Things to See, Awards, City of Los Angeles, Walk of Fame
Monday, February 05, 2018
Recently, I have observed an upswing in the number of residents, businesses and tourists asking why the City and State allow obviously-mentally ill people to wander our streets, endangering both themselves and the public. It is a fair question, but there has been no acceptable answer to this question.Finally, we are beginning to see some of our public officials address what is a deplorable ...read more
Categories: California, Chamber, Advocacy, Homelessness, City of Los Angeles, Community
Friday, February 02, 2018
The start of a new year is a chance to reflect on where we’ve been and what challenges and opportunities we anticipate. There is a lot on the Chamber’s plate as we look forward to 2018.
On the development front, we’ve seen several new projects break ground in 2017. We anticipate that continuing in 2018, starting with a groundbreaking for Kilroy Realty’s Academy and Vine Project. This project, on ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, Community, Chamber, Hollywood
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
The Hollywood Chamber welcomed five businesses as new members at its January Business After Hours Mixer which was generously hosted by Soul Restaurant & Bar.
The monthly networking event kicked off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony followed by an evening of networking and sampling delights of southern hospitality.
During the event, Dr. Fariba Kalantari, Chair of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, Chamber, Mixer, Business, Hollywood
Thursday, January 25, 2018
A record audience of more than 450 leaders of Hollywood and the business community attended the Chamber's Annual State of Hollywood with Councilmember Mitch O'Farrell presented by Variety and the Hollywood Museum in the Historic Max Factor Building today on Thursday, January 25th at Taglyan Complex.
Reelected last year to a second term on the Los Angeles City Council representing the 13th ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, City of Los Angeles, Government, Chamber, Community
Thursday, December 21, 2017
As the year winds down, it is nice to be able to share some very positive news. Hollywood will soon be the home of two very innovative Japanese concepts, Japan House and Miniso, that are both scheduled to open within the next couple of weeks.
Japan House is a unique project of the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It is a world outreach effort to promote Japan’s best art, cuisine, design, ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, Business, Chamber, Community, Hollywood
Friday, December 01, 2017
Co-creator and Executive Producer of Modern Family, Steve Levitan was honored with the 2017 Commitment to California Award at the Hollywood Chamber’s annual State of the Entertainment Industry Conference Hollywood Chamber. The half-day conference was held at Loews Hollywood Hotel on November 30th.
Emmy Award-winner Levitan has been dedicated to keeping production of the successful TV series ...read more
Categories: Awards, Community, Hollywood, Advocacy, Chamber, Entertainment, Television
Sunday, November 26, 2017
“The State of the Stream” was one of the key topics of the Hollywood Chamber’s sixth annual State of the Entertainment Industry Conference which focused on the rapidly evolving industry. This is the one conference that highlights the importance of the entertainment industry to our local economy,” said Leron Gubler, President & CEO of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. “With the rapid changes in ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, Chamber, Community, Filming, Recording, California, City of Los Angeles, Entertainment, Motion Pictures, Tax Credits
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
Plans for the Hollywood Chamber’s 2017 State of the Entertainment Industry Conference is well under way. The half-day conference will be held at Loews Hollywood Hotel slated for November 30th. The program will start with networking at 8:30 a.m. followed by a packed agenda through 1:30 p.m. Early Bird Special rate through Friday, November 17th is $129. Admission thereafter is $159.Register ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, California, City of Los Angeles, Hollywood, Business, Chamber, Entertainment, Motion Pictures
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Monday, October 23, 2017
“The State of the Stream” will be one of the topics of the Chamber’s Entertainment Industry Conference. This year’s conference will take place at the Loews Hotel Hollywood on Thursday, November 30th. The half-day conference will start with networking at 8:30 a.m. followed by a packed program through 1:30 p.m. Early Bird Special rate through Friday, November 17th is $129. Admission thereafter is ...read more
Categories: Business, Chamber, Community, Hollywood, Advocacy, California, City of Los Angeles, Entertainment
Monday, October 23, 2017
The legislative season is over, and we finally have begun to see our California legislature act on the housing crisis in this state. The Governor signed 15 bills that were intended to smooth the way to more housing being built.Over the past year, you have heard me discuss the importance of addressing California’s housing crisis. So, I think it is appropriate to commend the legislature and the ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, California, Hollywood, Homelessness, Housing, Chamber, City of Los Angeles, Community, Economic Development, Environment, Government
Friday, October 20, 2017
Plans for the Chamber’s 2017 State of the Entertainment Industry Conference are well under way with committee co-chairs Susanne Ault of Variety and Kristin Cavanaugh of Sony Pictures at the helm. This year’s conference will take place at the Loews Hotel Hollywood on Thursday, November 30th. Vin Di Bona will return as emcee.
The half-day conference will start with networking at 8:30 a.m. followed ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Entertainment, Hollywood, Recording, Advocacy, Community, Government, Motion Pictures, Television
Wednesday, October 04, 2017
Plans for the Chamber’s 2017 State of the Entertainment Industry Conference are well under way with committee co-chairs Susanne Ault of Variety and Kristin Cavanaugh of Sony Pictures at the helm. This year’s conference will take place on Thursday, November 30th at the Loews Hotel Hollywood and will include exclusive conversations with top level industry leaders. The event will also include the ...read more
Categories: Business, Chamber, Entertainment, Government, Motion Pictures, Tax Credits, Television, Advocacy, California, City of Los Angeles, Filming, Hollywood, Recording
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Two new hotels opened in Hollywood last month – the Kimpton Everly with 216 rooms and the Hampton Inn Hollywood with 112 rooms. Together with the Dream Hotel that opened in July, we have added more than 500 rooms to the Hollywood market this year. This is a 15-percent increase in the number of hotel rooms in Hollywood, bringing our total rooms to 3,926 in 51 properties.
By my count, there are ...read more
Categories: Blog, Development, Jobs, Advocacy, Community, Hollywood
Friday, August 11, 2017
California Senate President pro Tempore Kevin de León (D-Los Angeles) delivered State of the State Address at 3rd annual Hollywood Chamber of Commerce luncheon at Paramount Pictures Studios. He addressed a room packed with Hollywood’s business leaders and discussed the many accomplishments of the California legislature this past year and outlined a path forward to achieving success on future ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, Chamber, Government, California, City of Los Angeles, Hollywood
Tuesday, May 30, 2017
As you review our Report to Hollywood’s Business Community, you will see that the past year has been filled with achievements for the Hollywood Chamber. Not only did we defeat a proposed building moratorium that might have plunged L.A. into a recession, but we also managed to handle the first significant move of the Chamber in more than 25 years. So far, our new offices have received rave reviews. ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Marketing, Promoting Hollywood, Community, Membership, Representing Businesses, Advocacy, Hollywood, Networking
Wednesday, May 24, 2017
As a native “Hollywoodian”, having been born at Kaiser on Sunset, it is an honor for me to be your new Chair of the Board. As a Hollywood hotelier for the past 37 years and at the Hollywood Hotel for the past 24 years, I have hosted millions of guests from every country around the world who remind me daily why they come to this magical place we call Hollywood.
I do what I do for the love of ...read more
Categories: Chair, Hollywood, Advocacy, Chamber
Thursday, March 30, 2017
HOLLYWOOD, CA – April 30, 2017 – The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (PAC) elected a new Board of Directors for 2017 at its annual meeting. The new board is comprised of the following members:
Mark R. Edwards, MRE Communications, President
James Litz, Beverly Hills / Greater LA Association of Realtors, Vice President
Brian Folb, Paramount Contractors & Developers, ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, PAC, Advocacy
Thursday, March 23, 2017
A delegation of representatives from the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will visit Capitol Hill May 22nd to 24th to advocate issues of importance to Hollywood and the greater Los Angeles region. The group will be in Washington to educate local members of Congress on such issues as transportation and infrastructure funding for Los Angeles, housing and homelessness initiatives, education and ...read more
Categories: Advocacy, Chamber, Hollywood