Hollywood Africa Alliance Summit: A Celebration of Culture and Collaboration
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 / Solby Theater. This event will feature an impressive lineup of celebrities, government officials, and media
Hollywood Chamber PAC Endorses Miguel Santiago in California State Assembly District 53 Primary Race
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 the quality of life for all Californians, such as by expanding access to education and building affordable
Hollywood Chamber PAC Endorses Ben Allen in California State Senate District 26 Primary Race
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 PAC Chair Mark R. Edwards. “The Chamber is especially appreciative of his efforts in developing legislation that
Hollywood Chamber PAC Endorses Jeffrey Prang in Los Angeles County Assessor Primary Race
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 public assessment agency in the US,” stated PAC Chair Mark R. Edwards. “With over 25 years of experience as a
Councilmember O'Farrell Reports on Hollywood Progress at Annual Luncheon
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 Council District, Councilman O’Farrell had a lot to report at his fifth State of Hollywood address. “… We took big
It's All About Jobs: The Elephant in the Room
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 Governor for taking steps to start addressing what is an enormous problem.Among the bills that were passed was a
Chamber Announces Co-chairs, Emcee of Entertainment Conference at Loews Hotel, Nov 30th
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 by a packed program through 1:30 p.m. Early Bird Special rate through Friday, November 17th is $129. Admission
Chamber Slates State of Entertainment Industry Conference at Loews Nov 30th
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 presentation of the Commitment to California Award, which will go to an entertainment executive who has made a
Senate President ProTem Kevin de Leon Addresses Hollywood's Business Community
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 priorities, including affordable housing and 100 percent renewable energy. He also discussed AB 1839, the film tax
L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti Addresses the Hollywood Community
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce hosted an exclusive Breakfast with L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti on Thursday, July 20th at Loews Hollywood. This was the second address by Mayor Garcetti to the Hollywood community since taking Mayor’s office in 2013. Attendees and sponsors heard Mayor Garcetti discuss extending the California film tax incentive bill AB-1839, homelessness, public safety, the proposed Affordable Housing Linkage Fee, the proposed Hollywood Community Plan Update, tourism projections, Los Angeles’
Tax Credits Available for California Business through the California Competes Tax Credit
The next California Competes Tax Credit (CCTC) offers more than $68 million in available tax credits. This program is open to any business planning to create new full-time jobs in the state, regardless of size or location. Since 2014, GO-Biz has awarded over $400-million to 574 companies that are projected to create over 60,000 jobs and make $13.5-billion in investments. The deadline to submit applications is Monday, March 27, 2017, at 11:59 p.m. PDT and the online application website will automatically
Hollywood Chamber of Commerce PAC Announces Endorsements for March 7th Primary Elections
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (PAC) announced endorsements in the following races for the March 7th City of Los Angeles Primary Elections:Eric Garcetti, Los Angeles Mayor Mike Feuer, Los Angeles City Attorney Ron Galperin, Los Angeles City Controller Paul Koretz, CD-5 Councilmember Curren D. Price, Jr., CD-9 Councilmember Mike Bonin, CD-11 Councilmember Mitch O’Farrell, CD-13 Councilmember Joe Buscaino, CD-15 Councilmember “The Hollywood Chamber PAC is pleased to make
Future of L.A. Hinges on Measure S Vote
Voters head to the polls on March 7th to cast votes on what may be the most critical election in a generation on the future course of Los Angeles. Measure S, previously referred to as the “Neighborhood Integrity Initiative”, would immediately clamp down on development, with a moratorium of at least two years on projects that require plan amendments, zone changes, or adjustment to height restrictions. It would also prohibit spot zoning, and require the city to complete studies of the environmental impact of
Los Angeles County Democratic Party Says 'No' on Measure 'S'
Largest local Democratic Party organization in the U.S. moves to oppose misleading and dangerous housing banLOS ANGELES -- Last night the Los Angeles County Democratic Party, which represents over 2.4 million registered Democrats and is the largest Democratic Party entity in the United States, endorsed the campaign to stop Measure S."Democrats believe that Los Angeles should be a welcoming place, where families can afford to live, with a strong economy for all and a progressive vision for the future,” said
O'Farrell Reports on Critical Issues Facing the City at State of Hollywood
HOLLYWOOD, CA-- A room full of Hollywood's business community attended the Chamber's annual State of Hollywood to hear Councilmember Mitch O'Farrell. Having nearly completed his first term representing the 13th Council District, Councilmember O’Farrell had a lot to report at his fourth State of Hollywood address at Taglyan Cultural Complex on Thursday, January 26th. The Councilmember, who is up for re-election in the primary on Tuesday, March 7th, has been endorsed for re-election by the Hollywood Chamber
Chamber Honors Ted Sarandos at Entertainment Industry Conference
The fifth annual State of the Entertainment Industry Conference, presented by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and Variety discussed the topic of “Global Hollywood” at Loews Hollywood Hotel on Wednesday, November 30th. The conference is the pre-eminent local forum that focuses on the importance of the Entertainment Industry to California and steps that need to be taken to keep it healthy. “Our planning committee has put together the most comprehensive program on the issues and opportunities affecting this
Gubler Blogs: What is the Value of a Job - Close to Home?
The California Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO) released a study in September (California’s First Film Tax Credit Program) that for the first time, offers an assessment of the economic and fiscal impact of the filming incentives that the State of California approved for our entertainment industry. This is particularly interesting because the LAO is the nonpartisan fiscal and policy advisor to the state legislature, which means we should be able to rely on the veracity of their report.The study zeroes in
De León Addresses the Hollywood Community and Offers Insight into State and Local Issues
The Hollywood Chamber hosted the second State of the State Luncheon featuring California State Senate President Pro Tempore Kevin De León, at Paramount Pictures on Friday, August 12th, before a packed house. De León touched on some of the major initiatives before the State Senate, including homelessness, transportation and housing, as well as on local issues of importance such as CEQA reform and the adverse impacts of the Neighborhood Integrity Initiative. He also discussed the beginning efforts to extend
Mayor Garcetti Addresses the Hollywood Community at Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce Breakfast, June 15th
HOLLYWOOD, CA--The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce held “Breakfast with the Mayor” at the Loews Hollywood Hotel in the Hollywood Ballroom on Wednesday, June 15, 2016. This sold out event marked the first address by Mayor Eric Garcetti to the Hollywood community since taking Mayor’s office in 2013. As Hollywood’s former Councilmember for CD-13, Mayor Garcetti is familiar with the challenges of Hollywood’s unique community and has spearheaded some great accomplishments during Hollywood’s revival. Mayor
