News for Hollywood

Tuesday, December 17, 2024
https://vimeo.com/1028634485Looking forward to tonight's annual Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Christmas party and BLESSED to represent both Motorgospel Ministries and the Hollywood Chamber at the Willie Nelson and Friends Museum and General Store in Nashville!
Categories: Chamber, Community, Featured, Hollywood, Tourism, Entertainment, Promoting Hollywood, Motion Pictures, Live Theatre/Live Performance
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
Categories: Advocacy, Attractions, Branding, California, City of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles, Promoting Hollywood, Restaurant, Sightseeing, Travel, Hollywood, Live Theatre/Live Performance, Membership, Mixer, Nominations, Political, Community, Development, Entertainment, Festival, Friends of the Walk of Fame, Grant, Ribbon-cutting, Things to See, Assisting Community, Awards, Business, Chamber, Marketing, Milestones, Networking, Now Open, Press Release, Representing Businesses, Economic Development, Featured, Foundation, Government, Heroes, Immigration
Friday, June 01, 2018
More than 400 of Hollywood’s dignitaries, business community and civic leaders attended the annual Heroes of Hollywood Awards Luncheon on Thursday, May 31st presented by the Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce Community Foundation at the Taglyan Complex in Hollywood. All net proceeds from this annual fundraiser goes back to the community in the form of grants..  Returning Co-chairs Carole Sarian of The ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Foundation, Grant, Heroes, Hollywood, Community
Thursday, May 31, 2018
Watch us LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honors Jeff Goldblum 6/14 exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that actor Jeff Goldblum will be honored with the 2,638th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, June 14, at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star will be dedicated in the category of Motion Pictures at 6656 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Things to See, Awards, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
Tuesday, May 29, 2018
The Heroes of Hollywood Awards Luncheon presented by the Hollywood Chamber Community Foundation will be honoring four exceptional Heroes who have made a difference in the Hollywood community at Taglyan Complex on Thursday, May 31st. Admission is $100.Click here to register for Heroes of Hollywood Awards Luncheon This year, the Heroes of Hollywood Committee is proud to recognize the achievements ...read more
Categories: Awards, Community, Heroes, Assisting Community, Chamber, Foundation, Hollywood
Wednesday, May 23, 2018
The Heroes of Hollywood Awards Luncheon presented by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Community Foundation will be honoring Rich Little with the Distinguished Service Award in Memory of Johnny Grant at the Heroes of Hollywood Awards Luncheon at Taglyan Complex on Thursday, May 31st. The annual fundraiser will start with reception at 11 a.m. followed by Awards Luncheon at 12 p.m.Click here to ...read more
Categories: Assisting Community, Foundation, Hollywood, Chamber, Grant
Friday, May 18, 2018
Dr. Marlon Boarnet Announced as Keynote Speaker at Economic Development Summit   Dr. Marlon Boarnet, Professor of Public Policy and Chair of the Department of Urban Planning and Spatial Analysis, University of Southern California will be offering keynote remarks on the theme of this year's Economic Development Summit.   Dr. Boarnet is a renowned authority on urban economics, urban growth ...read more
Categories: Business, Development, Community, City of Los Angeles, Hollywood, Chamber, Economic Development
Friday, May 18, 2018
The Heroes of Hollywood Awards Luncheon presented by the Hollywood Chamber Community Foundation will be honoring four exceptional Heroes who have made a difference in the Hollywood community at Taglyan Complex on Thursday, May 31st. The event will start with reception at 11 a.m. followed by Awards Luncheon at 12 p.m.This year, the program will honor four exceptional leaders who have made a ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Featured, Foundation, Grant, Heroes, Hollywood
Tuesday, May 15, 2018
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly presented the 30th Annual Hollywood Expo at the world-famous Universal Studios Hollywood ™ Globe Theatre on Tuesday, May 15th. The annual Chamber function is a premiere networking event which provided attendees an ideal opportunity to learn what’s happening in Hollywood. It is geared towards travel professionals who attract group businesses to the ...read more
Categories: Business, Chamber, Community, Expo, Featured, Hollywood
Wednesday, May 09, 2018
The Challenges of Change: Finding Solutions” will be the theme of the 24th annual Hollywood Economic Development Summit, set for Thursday, June 21st at the ArcLight Hollywood. The popular progress event for Hollywood will run from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., according to co-chairs Tim Grubbs of Communitas Design and Marty Shelton of NAI Capital Commercial.  “Hollywood is known for entertainment, but it is ...read more
Categories: California, Development, Real Estate, Branding, Community, Housing, Attractions, City of Los Angeles, Hollywood, Chamber, Featured, Technology
Wednesday, May 02, 2018
Watch us as the Hollywood Chamber honors Zoe Saldana on 5/3 exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored actress Zoe Saldana today, May 3, 2018 with the 2,637thth star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The star was dedicated in the category of Motion Pictures at 6920 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the Miniso store. “Zoe Saldana is one of those actresses who ...read more
Categories: Attractions, Awards, Chamber, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
Monday, April 30, 2018
Watch LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honors *NSYNC with Star exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored musical band *NSYNC with the 2,636th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, April 30, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star was dedicated in the category of Recording at 7080 Hollywood Boulevard near the corner of LaBrea. They joined other boy bands at ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Marketing, Things to See, Awards, Hollywood, Recording, Walk of Fame
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
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Watch as the Hollywood Chamber honors Steve Irwin exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored the late animal activist Steve Irwin with the 2,635th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, Thursday, April 26, 2018, at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The posthumous star was dedicated in the category of Television at 6320 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the Iguana Vintage ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Things to See, Walk of Fame, Marketing, Television, Travel, Awards, Hollywood, Promoting Hollywood
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
Monday, April 16, 2018
Watch us as the Hollywood Chamber honors Eva Longoria on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored actress and activist Eva Longoria with the 2,634th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, Monday, April 16, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. PDT.  The star was dedicated in the category of Television at 6906 Hollywood Boulevard.   “We are not going Overboard when we say that Eva ...read more
Categories: Awards, Hollywood, Things to See, Chamber, Stars, Walk of Fame
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
Wednesday, April 11, 2018
A second panel of business leaders will be discussing the “Vision for the Future of Urban Development in Hollywood” at the 2018 Hollywood Economic Development Summit on Thursday, June 21st at the ArcLight Hollywood. The 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.   The ...read more
Categories: Hollywood, Chamber, Technology, Business, Real Estate, Economic Development, Transportation
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
Watch us as the Hollywood Chamber honors Tracy Morgan exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that actor Tracy Morgan was honored with the 2,633rd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, April 10, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star was dedicated in the category of Television at 6280 Hollywood Boulevard next to the W Hollywood Hotel. “Funny man ...read more
Categories: Awards, Marketing, Chamber, Television, Attractions, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
HOLLYWOOD, CA – April 10, 2018 – The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (PAC) announced its support today of Jim McDonnell’s reelection bid for Los Angeles County Sheriff.  “The Hollywood Chamber PAC is proud to endorse Sheriff McDonnell once again in his run for L.A County Sheriff. In his over three decades of public service, not only has McDonnell served as Chief of Police ...read more
Categories: Accountability, County of Los Angeles, Chamber, Hollywood
Monday, April 09, 2018
Hollywood Walk Of Fame Committee Now Accepting Walk Of Fame Nominations For Year 2019 All Nomination Forms Must Be Submitted by Tuesday, May 31, 2018 at Noon To be Considered in June Selection Meeting for 2019 HOLLYWOOD, CA -- Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Deadline for submission is on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at 12 noon. No ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, Nominations, Promoting Hollywood, Awards, Marketing, Walk of Fame
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
Thursday, April 05, 2018
HOLLYWOOD, CA – April 5, 2018 – The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (PAC) announced its support today of Los Angeles County Supervisor candidate Sheila Kuehl.  The Hollywood Chamber PAC is proud to support Sheila Kuehl in her bid for reelection as the third district’s L.A. County Supervisor. “Throughout her first term, Sheila has continually demonstrated her effectiveness ...read more
Categories: Community, Endorsement, PAC, Vote, Chamber, County of Los Angeles, Hollywood, Political
Monday, April 02, 2018
Watch LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honors Lynda Carter with star on www.walkoffame.com The ollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored actress/singer Lynda Carter with the 2,632nd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star was dedicated in the category of Television at 6562 Hollywood Boulevard. “Superhero fans will be thrilled to see the TV’s ...read more
Categories: Television, Chamber, Promoting Hollywood, Walk of Fame, Awards, Hollywood
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
Tuesday, March 27, 2018
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce welcomed ten new member businesses at its March Business After Hours generously hosted by Hollywood Improv. Members networked in the historic Hollywood Improv and tickled their funny bone thanks to the amazing comedians of “Tonight at the Improv.”   With its iconic brick wall, the Improv has long been a part of Hollywood and the premiere stage for live comedy in ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, Business, Community, Networking
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
Friday, March 16, 2018
Watch LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honors RuPaul on 3/16 exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored drag performer RuPaul with the 2,631st star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday, March 16, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. PDT.  The star was dedicated in the category of Television at 6652 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the World of Wonder production office ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Television, California, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
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
Wednesday, March 14, 2018
Beirut, Lebanon (March 14, 2018) – Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and Milestones S.A.R.L. have signed an agreement to replicate the Walk of Fame model in the Middle East. The Hollywood Walk of Fame is an internationally-recognized Hollywood icon. With approximately 24 star ceremonies annually broadcast around the world, the constant reinforcement provided to the public has made the Walk of Fame a ...read more
Categories: Awards, Entertainment, Hollywood, Promoting Hollywood, Marketing, Walk of Fame, Chamber
Tuesday, March 13, 2018
The Hollywood Chamber staff joined the celebration and welcomed new member Virtual Reality Hollywood with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the grand opening of their arcade location. The celebration continued with an after-party and an open invitation to VR experiences. Hollywood’s newest attraction is an immersive VR gaming center established in 2017 as the second of three VR arcades in Los Angeles ...read more
Categories: Business, Chamber, Community, Hollywood, Marketing, Membership, Promoting Hollywood, Things to See
Wednesday, March 07, 2018
Watch ceremony as Hollywood Chamber helps unveil Mark Hamill star on www.walkoffame.com “In a Galaxy far, far away”...The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored actor Mark Hamill with the 2,630th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, on March 8, at 11:30 a.m. PST. The star was dedicated in the category of Motion Pictures at 6834 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the El Capitan Theatre. “Star ...read more
Categories: Entertainment, Chamber, Walk of Fame, Awards, Motion Pictures, 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 26, 2018
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce welcomed ten new businesses at its Business After Hours mixer generously hosted by Liaison Restaurant + Lounge in March. Members made new connections in the sleek and contemporary lounge all while enjoying signature cocktails and Liaison’s posh atmosphere.   Embedded in its name, Liaison’s experience brings people together to enjoy both exquisite dining and ...read more
Categories: Business, Membership, Hollywood, Chamber
Monday, February 12, 2018
Watch as the Hollywood Chamber honors Mandy Patinkin with star exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored actor Mandy Patinkin with the 2,629th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on today, February 12th, at 11:30 a.m. PST.  The star was dedicated in the category of Television at 6243 Hollywood Boulevard next to the Pantages Theatre.  “Mandy Patinkin is ...read more
Categories: Walk of Fame, Awards, Hollywood, Community, Chamber
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
Thursday, February 01, 2018
Watch as the Hollywood Chamber honors Gina Lollobrigida on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored iconic Italian actress Gina Lollobrigida with the 2,628th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, February 1, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. PST. The star was dedicated in the category of Motion Pictures at 6361 Hollywood Boulevard on Hollywood’s birthday! “Gina Lollobrigida is ...read more
Categories: Awards, City of Los Angeles, Hollywood, Walk of Fame, Chamber, Entertainment, Motion Pictures
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and LAPD Hollywood Division and the community were on hand to help celebrate the opening of Soul Restaurant & Bar with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Located in the historic building at 7046 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood’s newest culinary venue offers its patron a modern experience with twist on Southern Hospitality. A member of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and ...read more
Categories: Community, Now Open, Restaurant, Chamber, Hollywood, Representing Businesses, Ribbon-cutting
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
Wednesday, January 17, 2018
HOLLYWOOD, CA – JANUARY 17, 2018 – Leron Gubler, who has been head of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce for 25 years, has decided to retire from his duties as the leader of one of the most-recognized chambers of commerce in California. Gubler, 66, announced to the Chamber Board today that he will be ending his career with the Chamber by 2019. “It has truly been an honor to work in one of the most ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood
Thursday, January 11, 2018
Watch LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honors Mary J. Blige exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly to announce that singer and actress Mary J. Blige was honored today with the 2,626th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 11:30 a.m. PST. The star was dedicated in the category of Recording at 6201 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Eastown. “Mary J. Blige is one ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Community, Entertainment, Hollywood, Recording, Walk of Fame
Monday, January 08, 2018
Watch as the Hollywood Chamber honors Gillian Anderson exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored actress Gillian Anderson with the 2,625th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on January 8, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. PST. The star was dedicated in the category of Television at 6508 Hollywood Boulevard next to the FOX Theatre. “Gillian Anderson is a great addition to the ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
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
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
Watch us LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honors Dwayne Johnson exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored actor Dwayne Johnson with the 2,624th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, December 13th, at 11:30 a.m. PST. The star was dedicated in front of hundreds of excited fans in the category of Motion Pictures at 6801 Hollywood Boulevard in front ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Community, Entertainment, Hollywood, Motion Pictures, Walk of Fame
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
Monday, November 20, 2017
Watch as the Hollywood Chamber honors Nick Nolte with star on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored actor Nick Nolte with the 2,623rd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, November 20th, at 11:30 a.m. PST. The star was dedicated in the category of Motion Pictures at 6433 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the Pacific Theatre. “Nick Nolte is a Hollywood favorite ...read more
Categories: Hollywood, Awards, Chamber, City of Los Angeles, Walk of Fame, Motion Pictures
Friday, November 03, 2017
Watch below the star ceremony as the Hollywood Chamber honors the late Selena The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored the late Selena Quintanilla with the 2,622nd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Friday, November 3, 2017 at 6:30 p.m.  The star was dedicated in the category of Recording at 1750 N. Vine Street in front of the historic Capitol Records Building. “Since day one of ...read more
Categories: Awards, Community, Hollywood, Walk of Fame, Chamber, Entertainment, Recording
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
Wednesday, October 25, 2017
Watch LIVE the star ceremony as the Hollywood Chamber Honors George A. Romero on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored filmmaker George A. Romero posthumously with the 2,621st star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star was dedicated in the category of Motion Pictures at 6604 Hollywood Boulevard in front the ...read more
Categories: Awards, Hollywood, Walk of Fame, Attractions, Chamber, Motion Pictures
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
Monday, October 16, 2017
The Hollywood Chamber Community Foundation is planning its annual All Hallows' Eve Celebration, an event for Chamber members and their guests. Join the fun on Wednesday, October 25th from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Hollywood Forever Cemetery at 6000 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood. Presenting a guaranteed ghoulishly good time, more than 250 mortal guests of the Hollywood Chamber will experience ...read more
Categories: Foundation, Chamber, Hollywood, Community
Friday, October 06, 2017
Watch star ceremony as the Hollywood Chamber honors Debra Messing exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored Debra Messing with the 2,620th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday, October 6, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star was dedicated in the category of Television at 6201 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the newly-developed Eastown. “Debra Messing is a ...read more
Categories: Awards, Entertainment, Television, Chamber, Hollywood
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
Thursday, September 21, 2017
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored performer Jeff Dunham with the 2,619th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on September 21, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star was dedicated in the category of Live Performance at 6201 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the newly developed Eastown. One of Dunham’s most popular characters Walter accepted the star with him.  “Jeff Dunham has single ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, Walk of Fame, Awards, Community, Live Theatre/Live Performance
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce held its “Celebration of Anniversary Events” where Leron Gubler was recognized for his 25 years at the helm of the Chamber! The Celebration of Hollywood Anniversaries was held on Tuesday, September 19th at the new Kimpton Everly Hotel poolside. Emcees for the event were Walk of Famers actress Tippi Hedren, celebrating the 50th anniversary of her film “The ...read more
Categories: Awards, Community, Membership, Milestones, Networking, Business, Hollywood, Chamber
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
Thursday, September 07, 2017
There may be no more thorny issue to deal with in Hollywood than access to the Hollywood Sign. As the most important landmark in Southern California and an international icon, it is easy to understand why tourists and Angelenos would be drawn to the Sign. At the same time, it is easy to understand why residents in the neighborhoods under the Sign can get irritated by the disruption to their lives ...read more
Categories: Community, Chamber, Hollywood
Thursday, August 31, 2017
Even the scorching heat has not kept the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and our celebrity friends from showing their appreciation to our men and women in uniform at the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce’s 23rd Annual Police and Fire Fighters Appreciation Day BBQ at the LAPD Hollywood Division on Thursday, August 31, 2017. Working cohesively with the Hollywood Chamber this year were presenting sponsors ...read more
Categories: Assisting Community, Chamber, Heroes, Hollywood, Community
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
Watch us as the Hollywood Chamber honors Charles Aznavour on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored legendary entertainer Charles Aznavour with the 2,618th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, August 24, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star was dedicated in the category of Live Performance at 6225 Hollywood Boulevard next to the historic Pantages ...read more
Categories: Awards, Entertainment, Live Theatre/Live Performance, Chamber, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
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, August 08, 2017
Watch ceremony as Jeffrey Tambor unveils the star exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored actor Jeffrey Tambor with the 2,617th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star was dedicated in the category of Television at 6320 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Iguana Vintage Store near the famous corner of ...read more
Categories: Awards, Community, Promoting Hollywood, Attractions, Chamber, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Watch as the Hollywood Chamber honors Jason Bateman on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored Jason Bateman with the 2,616th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. Bateman’s star was dedicated in the category of Motion Pictures at 6533 Hollywood Boulevard in front of The Hudson Apartments. “Bateman has been a constant on ...read more
Categories: Entertainment, Hollywood, Motion Pictures, Promoting Hollywood, Walk of Fame, Chamber, Travel, Awards
Thursday, July 20, 2017
Watch us as the Hollywood Chamber honors Criss Angel exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored illusionist Criss Angel with the 2,615th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star was dedicated at 7018 Hollywood Boulevard next to the historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel and across the street from the star of ...read more
Categories: Awards, Entertainment, Hollywood, Live Theatre/Live Performance, Walk of Fame
Thursday, July 20, 2017
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 ...read more
Categories: Business, City of Los Angeles, Government, Hollywood, Hollywood Community Plan, Homelessness, Housing, Mayor
Wednesday, July 19, 2017
When one thinks about the visionaries who made Hollywood what it is today, there are a lot of candidates to consider: Sid Grauman who dreamed up the picture palaces and movie premieres, C.E. Toberman, who built most of the grand buildings on Hollywood Blvd. and made the Hollywood Bowl a reality, the Chandler family and their associates who put the huge Hollywood Sign on Mt. Lee, Johnny Grant, who ...read more
Categories: Development, Economic Development, Hollywood, Jobs, Tourism
Thursday, July 06, 2017
The Department of City Planning (DCP) has released an updated version of the draft Hollywood Community Plan, which will shape the future of Hollywood by directing jobs and housing near mass transit corridors. In particular, the Plan focuses most of the housing forecast through the year 2040 in central Hollywood, in areas served by the Metro Red Line. A key feature of the Plan includes an ...read more
Categories: City of Los Angeles, Economic Development, Hollywood Community Plan, Chamber, Community, Hollywood
Thursday, June 22, 2017
A new group of entertainment professionals in the categories of Motion Pictures, Television, Live Theatre/Live Performance, Radio and Recording have been selected to receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, it was announced today, Thursday, June 22, 2017 by the Walk of Fame Selection Committee of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. These honorees were chosen from among hundreds of nominations ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Entertainment, Motion Pictures, Radio, Walk of Fame, Recording, Awards, Live Theatre/Live Performance, Television, Hollywood
Thursday, June 22, 2017
The Excellence in Economic Development Award was presented this year to Hudson Pacific Properties, Inc., (Symbol: HPP) the firm responsible for the new ICON Development, and for revitalizing the Sunset-Bronson and Sunset-Gower studio lots. Chris Barton, Executive Vice President of Development and Capital Investments for Hudson Pacific, accepted the award at the annual Summit on June 22nd at ...read more
Categories: Awards, Economic Development, Entertainment, Community, Jobs, Chamber, Hollywood
Friday, June 16, 2017
One of the two keynoters at the 2017 Hollywood Economic Development Summit, taking place on Thursday, June 22nd, at the ArcLight Hollywood, is a professor in the USC Department of Urban Planning. Dr. David Sloane studies the evolution of cities through the lens of cultural landscapes, urban planning, food and health care systems. He is expected to apply his knowledge to Hollywood as a working case ...read more
Categories: Business, Chamber, City of Los Angeles, Development, Economic Development, Hollywood
Thursday, June 15, 2017
Vince Bertoni, the Planning Director for the City of Los Angeles, will offer the opening Keynote Address at the 2017 Hollywood Economic Development Summit on June 22nd at the ArcLight Hollywood Cinemas. Reservations for the popular Hollywood Chamber of Commerce event are now being taken at www.hollywoodchamber.net.  Admission is $50 per person for those reserving by June 19th. Thereafter the price ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Economic Development, Hollywood
Thursday, June 15, 2017
The Hollywood Museum in the Historic Max Factor Building showcased their elegant art deco Penthouse Ballroom for the Hollywood Chamber’s June Business After Hours Mixer! The Hollywood Chamber welcomed ten new member businesses at its June Business After Hours Mixer generously hosted by the Museum. Guests experienced the elegant Penthouse Ballroom and had exclusive access to the museum following ...read more
Categories: Business, Hollywood, Mixer, Membership, Chamber, Networking
Monday, June 12, 2017
Watch as the Hollywood Chamber honors Ice Cube exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored award-winning actor, director producer and music icon Ice Cube with the 2,614th Hollywood Walk of Fame star on Monday, June 12, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star was dedicated in the category of Recording at 6752 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Musicians ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Walk of Fame, Awards, Hollywood
Thursday, June 08, 2017
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Earl Lestz, former President of the Paramount Studio Group and committed Hollywood volunteer. Earl passed away on June 6th at the age of 78. A funeral service will be held for him tomorrow, June 9th, at 9 a.m. at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills in the Old North Church. Earl served as the Chair of the Board of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce from ...read more
Categories: Hollywood, Memorial
Friday, June 02, 2017
The Heroes Of Hollywood Awards luncheon presented by the Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce Community Foundation honored Founder and Owner of the Hollywood Museum Donelle Dadigan with the Distinguished Service Award in Memory of Johnny Grant making history by being the first woman to be recognized with the Johnny Grant award.  More than 400 people attended the annual fundraiser which was held at ...read more
Categories: Awards, Community, Grant, Hollywood, Chamber, Foundation, Heroes
Friday, June 02, 2017
The Heroes Of Hollywood Awards luncheon presented by the Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce Community Foundation honored Baydsar Thomasian, Deputy District Director, Office of President Pro Tempore Kevin de Leon on June 1st at the Taglyan Cultural Complex in Hollywood.  More than 400 people attended the annual fundraiser. Returning for another year in their roles as Co-chairs were Carol Sarian and ...read more
Categories: Awards, Community, Grant, Hollywood, Chamber, Foundation, Heroes
Friday, June 02, 2017
More than 400 people attended the annual fundraiser where the Heroes Of Hollywood Awards luncheon presented by the Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce Community Foundation honored Hollywood’s favorite Pink’s Hot Dogs on June 1st at the Taglyan Cultural Complex. Returning for another year in their roles as Co-chairs were Carol Sarian and Cindy Braun. ABC Entertainment guru George Pennachio served as ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Foundation, Hollywood, Awards, Community, Grant
Friday, June 02, 2017
More than 400 people attended the annual fundraiser where the Heroes Of Hollywood Awards luncheon presented by the Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce Community Foundation honored Hollywoodian Beatrice Girmala, Assistant Chief or Los Angeles Police Department on June 1st at the Taglyan Cultural Complex. Returning for another year in their roles as Co-chairs were Carol Sarian and Cindy Braun. ABC ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Foundation, Heroes, Awards, Community, Grant, Hollywood
Thursday, June 01, 2017
The Heroes Of Hollywood Luncheon presented by the Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce Community Foundation honored 'Entertainment Tonight' Host Nancy O’Dell with the Mary Pickford Award on June 1st, at the Taglyan Cultural Complex in Hollywood.  Returning for another year in their role as Co-chairs were Carol Sarian and Cindy Braun. ABC Entertainment guru George Pennachio served as celebrity ...read more
Categories: Awards, Community, Heroes, Chamber, Foundation, 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
Tuesday, May 30, 2017
Watch us as the Hollywood Chamber honors Keri Russell exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored actress Keri Russell with the 2,613th stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, May 30, 2017. Russell’s star was dedicated in the category of Television at 6356 Hollywood Boulevard in front of The Study. Helping Emcee and Hollywood Chamber President/CEO Leron ...read more
Categories: Awards, Hollywood, Walk of Fame, Stars
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
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
HOLLYWOOD, CALIF—May 23, 2017- Flowers were placed on the Hollywood Walk of Fame star of Walk of Famer Roger Moore. The memorial wreath was placed on his star today, Tuesday, May 23, 2017, at 12:15 p.m. PDT. Moore’s star is located 7007 Hollywood Boulevard. Moore was honored with a star in the category of Motion Pictures on October 11, 2007. The flowers are placed on the stars on behalf of the ...read more
Categories: Hollywood, Walk of Fame, Chamber, Memorial
Thursday, May 18, 2017
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours mixer was generously hosted by Lucky Strike Live on May 15th.   Located smack on the corner of Hollywood & Highland, LUCKY STRIKE LIVE has rapidly erupted from a hidden bowling alley into Hollywood’s underground entertainment hub. Featuring live performances every week by national touring and local artists, Lucky Strike Live’s one-of-a-kind ...read more
Categories: Business, Hollywood, Chamber, Membership
Tuesday, May 09, 2017
Watch LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honors Jerry Goldsmith posthumously on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored the late composer Jerry Goldsmith with the 2,611th star posthumously on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. Goldsmith’s star was dedicated in the category of Recording at 6752 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the Musicians ...read more
Categories: Attractions, Awards, Hollywood, Tourism, Chamber, Walk of Fame
Tuesday, May 09, 2017
Watch star ceremony as the Hollywood Chamber honors Ken Corday exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored television producer, Ken Corday, with the 2,612th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Monday, May 15, 2017, at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star in the category of Television was dedicated at 6201 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Eastown. “Ken Corday has dedicated ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Tourism, Walk of Fame, Awards, Hollywood, Travel
Thursday, May 04, 2017
Watch us as the Hollywood Chamber honors Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell with the 2,609th and 2,610th stars respectively on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on May 4, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. Both honorees’ stars were dedicated in the category of Motion Pictures at 6201 Hollywood Boulevard in front of ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Hollywood, Things to See, Tourism, Travel, Walk of Fame
Monday, May 01, 2017
The Heroes Of Hollywood Awards luncheon presented by the Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce Community Foundation honored community leaders on June 1st at the Taglyan Cultural Complex. More than 400 people attended the annual fundraiser.  The 2017 Heroes of Hollywood Awards luncheon honored Hollywoodian Beatrice Girmala, Assistant Chief or Los Angeles Police Department; John Lyons, owner of the Avalon; ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Community, Foundation, Grant, Heroes, Hollywood
Thursday, April 27, 2017
Close to 400 guests attended the 29th Annual Hollywood Expo at the world-famous Avalon Hollywood on Wednesday, April 26, 2017. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly presented this premiere networking event and provided exhibitors an ideal opportunity to showcase their business and make new introductions. The Chamber would like to thank all the sponsors, exhibitors and attendees who helped ...read more
Categories: Expo, Chamber, Hollywood
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
Watch as the Hollywood Chamber honors Wolfgang Puck on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored renowned Chef Wolfgang Puck with the 2,608th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, Wednesday, April 26, 2017. The star in the category of Television was dedicated at 6801 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the Hollywood & Highland Center home of the annual Oscar® telecast. Puck ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
Friday, April 21, 2017
Watch as the Hollywood Chamber honors Chris Pratt on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored actor Chris Pratt   with the 2,607th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday, April 21st, at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star in the category of Motion Pictures was dedicated at 6834 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the El Capitan Theatre.  Helping Emcee and Hollywood Chamber ...read more
Categories: Awards, Walk of Fame, Chamber, Hollywood
Monday, April 17, 2017
Watch as the Hollywood Chamber honors Gary Sinise exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise with the 2,606th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Monday, April 17, 2017. The star in the category of Television was dedicated at 6664 Hollywood Boulevard in front of The Supply Sergeant - a fitting location for a man who has ...read more
Categories: Hollywood, Awards, Walk of Fame
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
HOLLYWOOD, CALIF—April 11, 2017- Flowers were placed on the Hollywood Walk of Fame star of Walk of Famer Linda Hopkins. The memorial wreath was placed on her star today, Tuesday, April 11, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. PDT. Hopkin’s star is located 6233 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the Pantages Theatre. Hopkins was honored with a star in the category of Live Performance on October 6, 2005. The flowers ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Hollywood, Memorial, Walk of Fame
Thursday, April 06, 2017
HOLLYWOOD, CALIF—April 6, 2017- Flowers were placed on the Hollywood Walk of Fame star of Walk of Famer and Comedian Don Rickles. The memorial wreath was placed on his star today, Thursday, April 6, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. PDT. Rickles' star is located at 6834 Hollywood Boulevard. “Lots of laughter is being heard in Heaven now more than ever since one of Hollywood’s greatest comedians is entering ...read more
Categories: Awards, Hollywood, Chamber, Walk of Fame
Monday, April 03, 2017
HOLLYWOOD, CA—Jeff Zarrinnam, the President & CEO of the Hollywood Hotel, has been elected to lead the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. He was installed as Chair of the Board, along with other Chamber officers and directors at the Chamber’s 96th annual Installation & Lifetime Achievement Awards Luncheon at the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City on Friday, March 31st. Councilmember Mitch O’ Farrell of ...read more
Categories: Awards, Hollywood, Board of Directors, Chamber, Chair
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
Tuesday, March 28, 2017
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Community Foundation presented $9,000 in grants to community organizations during its March Business After Hours at Teddy’s in the historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. The grants awarded were made possible through the proceeds generated from the Foundation’s events and fundraising efforts. “These grants are a direct financial investment and ongoing commitment by ...read more
Categories: Community, Hollywood, Awards, Foundation
Tuesday, March 28, 2017
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce held its March Business After Hours on Thursday, March 26th at Teddy’s in the historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Since opening in 1927, The Hollywood Roosevelt has taken the spotlight as the birthplace of the Academy Awards and the once-home to Marilyn Monroe. Named after the 26th President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt, the hotel is a legendary venue ...read more
Categories: Business, Hollywood, Networking, Chamber, Membership
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
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
Watch us LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honors Haim Saban exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored iconic producer and Power Rangers creator, Haim Saban with the 2,605th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, on Wednesday, March 22nd, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star in the category of Television was dedicated at 6712 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the ...read more
Categories: Awards, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
Monday, March 20, 2017
LOS ANGELES – The City of Los Angeles will begin weekday DASH bus service to Griffith Observatory and the Greek Theatre beginning Tuesday, March 21, 2017, in an effort to improve access and reduce traffic congestion. With weekend service already in place, there will be access every day from the Metro Red Line Vermont/Sunset Station to the two historic venues, local hiking trails, and Hollywood ...read more
Categories: Attractions, Hollywood, Things to See, Transportation, City of Los Angeles, Sightseeing, Tourism
Monday, March 20, 2017
Actor Paul Sorvino will be presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Chamber’s 96th annual Installation & Lifetime Achievement Awards Luncheon, on Friday, March 31st. The day will begin with a reception at 11:30 a.m. at the Universal Hilton Hotel, 555 Universal Hollywood Drive, followed by the luncheon at noon. Admission is $75 for Chamber members, with reserved tables of 10 at $800. ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Hollywood
Tuesday, March 14, 2017
The Hollywood Chamber’s March Business After Hours Mixer will be hosted by Teddy’s at The Roosevelt Hotel on Thursday, March 23rd, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Members can register at www.hollywoodchamber.net/events Since opening in 1927, The Hollywood Roosevelt has taken the spotlight as the birthplace of the Academy Awards and the once-home to Marilyn Monroe. Named after the 26th President of ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Membership, Networking, Hollywood, Mixer
Friday, March 10, 2017
Watch as the Hollywood Chamber honors John Goodman exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored actor John Goodman with the 2,604th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday, March 10, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. PST. The star, in the category of Motion Pictures, was dedicated at 6767 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the Hollywood Wax Museum. The ceremony coincided with ...read more
Categories: Awards, Walk of Fame, Hollywood
Wednesday, March 08, 2017
“Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve.” -- Napoleon Hill It is time for my term as Chair of the Board to come to an end, but I would be remiss if I didn’t let everyone know how much I have enjoyed my year. There are too many individuals to thank, so please accept this as my heartfelt appreciation for everyone’s support and work over the last 12 months. “To improve is to ...read more
Categories: Community, Hollywood, Chamber
Tuesday, March 07, 2017
Plans are underway for the 2017 Heroes of Hollywood Luncheon hosted by the Hollywood Chamber Community Foundation. The annual event recognizes outstanding individuals, businesses, and non-profit organizations that have taken extraordinary strides for the Hollywood community. All net proceeds from sponsorships and ticket sales will be awarded in the form of grants to non-profit organizations this ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, Foundation, Heroes, Hollywood
Friday, March 03, 2017
On Tuesday, March 7th, voters throughout L.A. County will be asked to vote on a series of important Ballot measures. With much at stake for the L.A. business community, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce encourages all of our members to make sure to get out and vote! Not sure if you already registered to vote? No problem! If you reside in the Los Angeles County, check your status at the Los Angeles ...read more
Categories: Chamber, City of Los Angeles, Election, Hollywood, Measure H, Measure S
Friday, March 03, 2017
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 ...read more
Categories: Chamber, City of Los Angeles, Election, Government, Hollywood, PAC, Political
Thursday, March 02, 2017
Watch us LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honors Elvis Duran exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored radio personality Elvis Duran with the 2,603rd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, March 2nd, at 11:30 a.m. PST. The star in the category of Radio was dedicated at 1717 Vine Street at the Redbury Hotel and across the street from the iconic ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Awards, Hollywood
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
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 ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, Government, Measure S, City of Los Angeles, Economic Development, Hollywood
Friday, February 24, 2017
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with Variety and Madame Tussauds Hollywood, presented the 14th annual Awards Media Welcome Center for local, national, and international media credentialed to cover the Academy Awards®. The event took place at TCL Chinese 6 Theatres in the Grauman’s Ballroom on Thursday, February 23rd, from 12 noon to 3 p.m. The Media Welcome Center featured an ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, Awards, Community, Walk of Fame
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
Watch as the Hollywood Chamber honors George Segal exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored actor George Segal with the 2,602nd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, February 14th, 2017. The star in the category of Television was dedicated at 6433 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the historic Pacific Theatre. Helping Emcee and Hollywood Chamber ...read more
Categories: Awards, Community, Walk of Fame, Chamber, Hollywood
Friday, February 10, 2017
Watch us LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honors Adam Levine exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored Adam Levine with the 2,601st star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday, February 10, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. PST. The star in the category of Recording was dedicated at 6752 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Hollywood’s Musicians Institute. Helping Emcee and ...read more
Categories: Hollywood, Awards, Walk of Fame, Chamber
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored musical group New Edition Ronnie DeVoe, Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins, Bobby Brown, Ralph Tresvant and Johnny Gill with the 2,600th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Monday, January 23, 2017. The star in the category of Recording was dedicated at 7080 Hollywood Boulevard. Helping Emcee and Hollywood Chamber President/CEO Leron Gubler to unveil the star ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
Friday, January 06, 2017
After nearly 25 years in the same location adjacent to the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is making a big move to the Sunset Media Center at 6255 Sunset Blvd, Ste 150. The telephone and fax numbers, email and website addresses remain the same. Please be patient while we transition to the new office.  “Interestingly enough, the Chamber will be returning to the same ...read more
Categories: Business, Chamber, Hollywood
Monday, January 02, 2017
Watch LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honored Viola Davis exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored award winning actress Viola Davis with the 2,597th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, January 5, 2017. The star in the category of Motion Pictures was dedicated at 7013 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Marshalls Department Store across the street from the ...read more
Categories: Awards, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
Thursday, December 15, 2016
Watch as the Hollywood Chamber honors Ryan Reynolds on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly dedicated the 2,596th Walk of Fame star to actor Ryan Reynolds today, Thursday, December 15, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. PST. The star in the category of Motion Pictures was dedicated at 6801 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the Hollywood & Highland Complex. Helping Emcee and Hollywood ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, Walk of Fame, Awards, Entertainment, Travel
Tuesday, December 06, 2016
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 ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Entertainment, Government, Hollywood
Thursday, December 01, 2016
Watch LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honored Lee Daniels with Walk of Fame Star exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored director Lee Daniels with the 2,595th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday, December 2, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. PST. The star in the category of Television was dedicated at 6533 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the Hudson Apartments. Helping ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Entertainment, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
Thursday, November 17, 2016
The staggering scope of L.A.'s homeless crisis underscores the urgency of stopping the housing ban on the March ballot, which would reverse the will of the voters who overwhelmingly passed Prop HHH  Today the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development reported to Congress that Los Angeles has the largest number of chronically homeless people in the nation. With nearly 13,000 ...read more
Categories: Election, Housing, Vote, Hollywood
Wednesday, November 16, 2016
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Producer Vin Di Bona will once again return in his role as Emcee the fifth State of the Entertainment Industry Conference presented by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and Variety. 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 ...read more
Categories: Entertainment, Chamber, Hollywood
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce announced Ted Sarandos as the recipient of its annual Commitment to California Award. Sarandos is the Chief Content Officer of Netflix. He will be receiving the award during the fifth annual State of the Entertainment Industry Conference, presented by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and Variety. It will be held at Loews Hollywood Hotel on Wednesday, November ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, Awards, Entertainment
Monday, November 14, 2016
One of the city's busiest intersections has seen significant safety benefits one year after the installation of a pedestrian safety improvement, Los Angeles City Councilmember Mitch O’Farrell, (CD13) and the Department of Transportation (LADOT) announced Monday.  LADOT says there have been zero pedestrian collisions since a new scramble crosswalk was installed at the intersection of Hollywood ...read more
Categories: Community, Transportation, City of Los Angeles, Hollywood
Monday, November 14, 2016
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce announced that Zach Katz of BMG US will be offering a spotlight on the Music industry at the 2016 State of the Entertainment Industry Conference presented by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and Variety. The packed program will be held at Loews Hollywood Hotel on Wednesday, November 30th. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. with the sessions running from 9:15 ...read more
Categories: California, Entertainment, Chamber, Hollywood
Thursday, November 10, 2016
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce announced that Amy Lemisch will be providing an update on the AB1839 and the future of filming in California at the 2016 State of the Entertainment Industry Conference presented by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and Variety. The conference is the pre-eminent local forum that focuses on the importance of the Entertainment Industry to California and steps that ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, California, Entertainment
Tuesday, October 18, 2016
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Community Foundation recently presented $20,000 in grants to local nonprofit organizations during the Chamber’s monthly mixer that took place on the scenic patio of Wood & Vine. The grants awarded were made possible through the proceeds generated from Foundation events and fundraising efforts. “These grants are a direct financial investment and ongoing commitment ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, Grant, Hollywood
Sunday, October 16, 2016
Watch LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honors Allison Janney exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored award-winning actress Allison Janney with the 2,592nd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on October 17, 2016. The star in the category of Television was dedicated at 6100 Hollywood Boulevard across the street from the newly developed Eastown. Helping Emcee ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Hollywood, Tourism, Walk of Fame
Thursday, October 06, 2016
Music Mogul Clarence Avant Honored With Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Watch the complete ceremony as Clarence Avant unveils the star on www.walkoffame.com. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored music executive Clarence Avant with the 2,590th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday, October 7, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star in the category of Recording is located at ...read more
Categories: Awards, Hollywood, Chamber, Walk of Fame
Monday, October 03, 2016
Leron Gubler has been at the helm of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce as the President and CEO since taking office in 1992. Gubler has been serving the Chamber for 24 years and is one of the leading catalysts in the Chamber’s and Hollywood’s resurgence in the Los Angeles community. The Travel and Tourism Marketing Association recognized Leron Gubler with the 2016 Anastasia K. Mann Leadership ...read more
Categories: Awards, Hollywood, Chamber
Friday, September 30, 2016
For 95 years, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has been serving the businesses in Hollywood. However, a lot of what we do also benefits the community as a whole. Whether it was fighting for adequate storm drains and streetlights or building the first seats at the Hollywood Bowl in early day Hollywood, or fighting more recently to bring the subway here and to revitalize the community, the Chamber ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, Hollywood, Foundation
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is always actively looking out for the interests of our members and promoting Hollywood. Here are a few of our activities from the last couple of weeks:The Chamber met with State officials to discuss the proposed new 60,000-sq.ft. Hollywood Courthouse that will replace a former one that has been closed for several years.Councilmember David Ryu delivered his first ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored award-winning actress Kathy Bates with the 2,589th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, September 20, 2016. The star in the category of Motion Pictures was dedicated at 6927 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the TCL Chinese Theatre. “We are thrilled that Kathy Bates will be gracing our Walk of Fame! This very prominent actor is a triple ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Walk of Fame, Awards, Hollywood
Friday, September 16, 2016
Two weeks ago, the Los Angeles City Council gave final approval to the 5901 Sunset Blvd. project, proposed by Hudson Pacific Properties. This is a marvelous project for Hollywood and Los Angeles.The architecturally stunning building tiers back from the residential areas to the north so that the highest portion of the building is along Sunset Blvd. This approximately 300,000-sq.ft., 15-story office ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, Business, Economic Development
Thursday, September 15, 2016
Los Angeles City Councilmember David Ryu, who represents the 4th Council District, delivered his first address to the members of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce at Avalon Hollywood on Thursday, September 15th. In office since July 2015, he discussed some of his accomplishments and initiatives. He also answered questions related to development, neighborhood integrity initiative, land use, ...read more
Categories: Business, City of Los Angeles, Hollywood, Chamber, Community
Wednesday, September 07, 2016
Watch as the Hollywood Chamber honors Usher on Walk of Fame on www.walkoffame.com. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored hit maker Usher with the 2,588th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, September 7, 2016. The star in the category of Recording was dedicated at 6201 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Eastown. “Usher is one of the most successful artists of our modern music world. ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Walk of Fame, Hollywood
Tuesday, September 06, 2016
HOLLYWOOD, CA –Hollywood Chamber of Commerce’s Ana Martinez is named one of “The 25 Most Powerful Latina Women of 2016” by PEOPLE EN ESPANOL Magazine amongst leaders in the world of entertainment, communications, business and policy. “We are thrilled to hear that our own Ana Martinez is among the “Most Powerful” honorees this year,” said Leron Gubler, President & CEO of the Hollywood Chamber of ...read more
Categories: Awards, Hollywood, Chamber
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
Los Angeles and California embarked on an unprecedented experiment this past year, when both voted to phase in a $15-minimum wage over a period of years. In L.A., the rate will reach $15 in 2020 for businesses with 26 employees or more and in 2021 for smaller businesses. In California, the $15 rate will be achieved in 2021, making it the highest state minimum wage in the nation.  Business ...read more
Categories: Business, Hollywood, Blog, City of Los Angeles, Minimum Wage
Friday, August 12, 2016
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 ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, Government
Wednesday, July 27, 2016
Watch the star ceremony as the Hollywood Chamber honors Michael Keaton on Hollywood Walk of Fame below. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored actor Michael Keaton with the 2,585th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, Thursday, July 28, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star in the category of Motion Pictures was dedicated at 6931 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Madame Tussauds ...read more
Categories: Hollywood, Chamber, Walk of Fame
Wednesday, July 06, 2016
Watch star ceremony as the Hollywood Chamber honors Pitbull with Walk of Fame Star on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored Pitbull with the 2,584th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday, July 15, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star in the category of Recording was dedicated at 6201 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Eastown located in Celia Cruz Square. Helping ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
Tuesday, June 28, 2016
HOLLYWOOD, CA. June 28, 2016 —A new group of entertainment professionals in Motion Pictures, Television, Live Theatre, Radio and Recording have been selected to receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, it was announced today,  Tuesday, June 28, 2016 by the Walk of Fame Selection Committee of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. These honorees were chosen from among hundreds of nominations to ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Walk of Fame, Hollywood
Tuesday, June 28, 2016
Watch the Walk of Fame star ceremony as the Hollywood Chamber honors Shirley Caesar exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored gospel singer Shirley Caesar with the 2,583rd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star in the category of Recording was dedicated at 6126 Hollywood Boulevard in front of The Fonda ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Walk of Fame, Awards, Hollywood
Monday, June 27, 2016
Watch us LIVE on www.walkoffame.com as the Hollywood Chamber announces Walk of Fame Class of 2017 on 6/25 at 11:1AM PDTHOLLYWOOD, CA. June 27, 2016—A new group of entertainment professionals in Motion Pictures, Television, Live Theatre, Radio and Recording have been selected to receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, by the Walk of Fame Selection Committee of the Hollywood Chamber of ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
Wednesday, May 25, 2016
Watch LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honors Angelica Maria exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored Angélica María, Mexico’s sweetheart as she is affectionately known in Latin America with the 2,582nd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star in the category of Live Theatre/Performance was unveiled at 7060 Hollywood ...read more
Categories: Hollywood, Chamber, Walk of Fame
Wednesday, May 18, 2016
Watch us LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honors Deidre Hall exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored actress Deidre Hall with the 2,581st star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, May 19, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star in the category of Television was dedicated at 6201 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Eastown. Helping Emcee of the Hollywood Walk of ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Tourism, Awards, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Hollywood’s community gathered to honor outstanding local Heroes at the annual Heroes of Hollywood Award Luncheon at Taglyan Cultural Complex on Wednesday, May 11, 2016. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Community Foundation honored the 2016 Heroes include: Jeff Briggs, Founder of Briggs Law; Jackie Lawson, Neighborhood Prosecutor Hollywood Division, City Attorney’s Office; Anastasia Mann, ...read more
Categories: Community, Awards, Hollywood
Tuesday, May 03, 2016
Watch the Hollywood Chamber honor Jodie Foster exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored actress/director Jodie Foster with the 2,580th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, May 4, 2016. The star in the category of Motion Pictures was dedicated at 6927 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the TCL Chinese Theatre. Helping Emcee of the Hollywood Walk of ...read more
Categories: Awards, Hollywood, Chamber, Walk of Fame
Wednesday, April 27, 2016
Watch LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honors Barbara Bain with star on www.walkoffame.com   The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored actress Barbara Bain with the 2,579th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on April 28, 2016. The star in the category of Television was dedicated at 6767 Hollywood Boulevard in front of The Stella Adler Theatre where Bain studied acting. Helping Emcee and ...read more
Categories: Awards, Hollywood, Walk of Fame, Chamber, Tourism
Wednesday, April 13, 2016
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce welcomed Rooftop Film Club at The Montalbán with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, April 6th. The 2016 Opening Night started with a bang screening the new Star Wars: The Force Awakens movie to a sold out crowd. Since its debut last year, the movie event has become a staple of Hollywood’s culture scene and has sold out tickets to almost every ...read more
Categories: Entertainment, Business, Hollywood
Tuesday, April 05, 2016
A week ago, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (METRO) Board held a hearing on a proposed $120-billion plan to dramatically expand mass transit throughout the region. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce was on hand to support the Crenshaw Northern Extension. We have pressed for this project for several years, and so were pleased that it was included in the list of projects to be funded. ...read more
Categories: Blog, Hollywood, Chamber, Transportation
Tuesday, April 05, 2016
Christopher Hawthorne, the architecture critic for the Los Angeles Times, has been named the keynote speaker for the 2016 Hollywood Economic Development Summit. The 22nd annual summit is sponsored by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and focuses on Hollywood development and land-use issues. This year’s theme is “Emerging Hollywood: Building a Better Neighborhood”, according to co-chairs Dwayne ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, Economic Development
Thursday, March 31, 2016
A room full of Hollywood’s business and community leaders came together to witness the passing of the gavel at the Chamber’s 95th annual Board Installation & Lifetime Achievement Awards Luncheon at Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City , on Thursday, March 31, 2016. The ceremony started with the Pledge of Allegiance by Commander Don Schilling of the Hollywood American Legion, Post 43. Fariba ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Hollywood
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Recently I attended a gala press announcement hosted by the Japanese Consulate and Consul General Harry H. Horinouchi. I was particularly interested to learn about a cutting-edge initiative that is going to be very beneficial to Hollywood, and which is bound to become a new attraction for both locals and tourists. Known as Japan House, the program is a new public diplomacy initiative from ...read more
Categories: Community, Business, Hollywood
Thursday, March 10, 2016
Serving as Chamber Board Chair this past year has been a powerful and enthralling education in the mathematics of volunteerism and “the sum being greater than its many parts.” It’s been an extraordinary lesson in participatory democracy. More than ever, I stand reaffirmed in the inherent power of community engagement, and in awe of the passionate commitment of those who serve as the volunteer ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, Business, Hollywood
Thursday, March 10, 2016
The first Town Hall meeting on the proposed Neighborhood Integrity Initiative was held last month at Emerson College’s new Hollywood campus. Sponsored by the Hollywood Studio District Neighborhood Council, the meeting drew a capacity crowd to the Feb. 23rd gathering. Proponents of the initiative included columnist Jack Humphreville of Citywatch L.A. and attorney Grace Yoo, a former executive with ...read more
Categories: Community, Economic Development, Hollywood
Thursday, March 10, 2016
Continuing its efforts to press for reform of the California Environmental Quality Act, better known as CEQA, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce met with California State President pro Tempore Kevin de León in February. “The CEQA law has done a lot of good in preserving California’s environment since it was approved during Ronald Reagan’s administration as Governor,” said Chamber President & CEO ...read more
Categories: California, Chamber, Economic Development, Hollywood, City of Los Angeles
Tuesday, March 01, 2016
Watch LIVE star ceremony as the Hollywood Chamber honors Eugenio Derbez exclusively on www.walkoffame.com The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored actor Eugenio Derbez with the 2,576th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, March 10, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. PST. The star in the category of Motion Pictures was dedicated at 7013 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Marshalls. “The Hollywood ...read more
Categories: Awards, Hollywood, Walk of Fame, Chamber
Thursday, February 25, 2016
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce hosted its 13th Annual Awards Media Welcome Center in conjunction with Madame Tussauds and Variety. The exclusive event was held at the TCL Chinese Theatre 6 today, on Thursday, February 25th for local, national and international members of the media accredited by Academy Of Motion Pictures Arts And Sciences. Click to see images from 2016 Awards Media Welcome ...read more
Categories: Awards, Marketing, Hollywood, Chamber, Entertainment
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Nicole Shahenian, the Vice President of Public Policy at the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, was among the 29 chamber executives to graduate last Friday from Academy, a professional development program presented by the Western Association of Chamber Executives (W.A.C.E.). Academy is an interactive 3-day (three year) training program on chamber management essentials designed for today’s chamber ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Hollywood
Tuesday, February 02, 2016
Watch Maná Star Ceremony exclusively on www.walkoffame.comThe Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored Maná with the 2,573rd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, February 10, 2016. The star in the category of Recording was dedicated at 7060 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Live Nation. Helping Emcee and Hollywood Chamber President/CEO Leron Gubler to unveil the star were Carlos Santana. ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Entertainment, Hollywood, Tourism, Walk of Fame
Sunday, January 31, 2016
Having completed his two full years representing the 13th Council District, Councilman Mitch O’Farrell had a lot to report at his third State of Hollywood address on Thursday, January 28th at Taglyan Cultural Complex. Councilman O'Farrell addressed a sold out audience which included city officials, representatives, business and community leaders. His main topic for the day was vision.   “About ...read more
Categories: City of Los Angeles, Hollywood, Chamber
Wednesday, January 20, 2016
Watch us as the Hollywood Chamber honors LL Cool J exclusively on www.walkoffame.com.The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honors LL COOL J with the 2,571st star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on January 21, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. PST. The star in the category of Recording was dedicated at 6901 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Hollywood’s Hard Rock Cafe. “LL COOL J is one of the most popular recording ...read more
Categories: Awards, Entertainment, Tourism, Chamber, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
Thursday, January 14, 2016
A battle is shaping up in 2016 over the future of Los Angeles. On one side are smart growth proponents who are encouraging development in the city to be built near major transit lines while on the other are those who want to stop virtually all growth in the city to reduce congestion in their particular neighborhoods. The no-growth advocates are working to qualify what they term the “Neighborhood ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Economic Development, Community, Hollywood
Thursday, January 14, 2016
The dawning of a new year is a good time to assess where we have been and where we are going. There certainly are a lot of things of which we can be proud at the start of 2016. When I first came to Hollywood back in 1992, the outlook was bleak. Companies were leaving Hollywood by the dozens. There was a real question as to whether it would be possible to turn things around, and if Hollywood had ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Economic Development, Community, Hollywood
Monday, December 21, 2015
Watch LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honors Quentin Tarantino with star on www.walkoffame.comThe Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored Quentin Tarantino with the 2,569th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Monday, December 21, 2015. The star in the category of Motion Pictures was dedicated in front of the TCL Chinese Theatre at 6927 Hollywood Boulevard. Helping Emcee and Hollywood Chamber ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, Travel, Awards, Entertainment, Tourism, Walk of Fame
Tuesday, December 01, 2015
Watch the Hollywood Chamber honoring Ron Howard with Star on www.walkoffame.com.The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored legendary actor/director/producer Ron Howard with the 2,568th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on December 10, 2015. The star, in the category of Motion Pictures, was dedicated at 6931 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Madame Tussauds Hollywood. Helping Hollywood Chamber ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Tourism, Awards, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
Monday, November 30, 2015
Watch the Hollywood Chamber honor Rob Lowe with star exclusively on www.walkoffame.com.The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored actor Rob Lowe with the 2,567th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, December 8, 2015. The star in the category of Television was dedicated at 6667 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the historic Musso & Frank Grill. Helping Emcee and Hollywood Chamber ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Tourism, Awards, Hollywood, Walk of Fame
Wednesday, November 25, 2015
Watch Hollywood Chamber Honor Amy Poehler with star ceremony on www.walkoffame.com. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored Amy Poehler with the 2,566th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, December 3, 2015. The star in the category of Television was dedicated at 6767 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the Hollywood Wax Museum. Helping Emcee and Hollywood Chamber President/CEO Leron ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, Awards, Community, Walk of Fame
Monday, November 23, 2015
 HOLLYWOOD, CA—The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce an exclusive 5-year partnership with Variety, slated to begin in 2016 and go through the end of 2020.As the exclusive media partner to the Chamber, Variety will continue to live stream the Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremonies for broadcasting around the world for another five years. This continues a relationship between the Chamber ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
As I sat having lunch at Mama Shelter with a colleague recently, we were both excited by the hip, buzzy lunch crowd, great food and how this building on the corner of Wilcox and Selma has been so creatively reimagined from it’s formerly derelict predecessor. I’ve worked in Hollywood for 28 years, and I can’t believe my eyes seeing the transformation of Hollywood’s historic core from a ...read more
Categories: Community, Hollywood, Chamber, Economic Development
Monday, November 16, 2015
More than 300 business and community leaders attended the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce’s fourth annual State of the Entertainment Industry Conference at Loews Hollywood Hotel on November 13th. Presented by Variety, the conference continues to be 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 ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, Entertainment, Tax Credits, California, Economic Development, Hollywood
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
The Hollywood Chamber Community Foundation held recently the popular All Hallow’s Eve Party at Hollywood Forever Cemetery. The ghoulish event was presented by Hollywood Forever where more than 300 guests dressed up in disguise and came along with their little goblins to celebrate the spirits all for a good cause for the community. The Hollywood Chamber Community Foundation thanks the generous ...read more
Categories: Community, Chamber, Hollywood
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Community Foundation presented a total of $18,250 in grants to local organizations in October at the monthly Business After Hours hosted by Dave & Buster’s. Heather Cochran, Chair of the Community Foundation presented checks to the following organizations: Boys & Girls of Hollywood for their music program; Childhelp for expansion and enhancement of services ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, Community
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
Watch the Hollywood Chamber honor Daniel Radcliffe on www.walkoffame.com. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored Daniel Radcliffe with the 2,565th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, November 12, 2015. The star in the category of Motion Pictures was dedicated in front of The Dolby Theatre at 6801 Hollywood Boulevard. “Fans of all ages have been waiting in anticipation of Daniel’s ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, Marketing, Walk of Fame, Awards, City of Los Angeles, Hollywood, Tourism
Wednesday, October 21, 2015
No Bones About It!Snoopy Honored With Star On The Hollywood Walk Of FameKids of all ages were thrilled to know that Snoopy’ s star next to the star of his creator Charles M. Schulz The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored Snoopy with the 2,563rd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Monday, November 2, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. PST. The star in the category of Motion Pictures was dedicated at 7021 ...read more
Categories: Awards, Hollywood, Press Release, Travel, Chamber, Marketing, Tourism, Walk of Fame
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
Watch Bob Kane star ceremony on www.walkoffame.com. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored late Bob Kane posthumously with the 2,562nd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, October 21st. The star in the category of Motion Pictures was dedicated at 6764 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Guinness World Records Museum. “Kane’s creation of American cultural icon Batman is every child’s ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Marketing, Tourism, Walk of Fame, Awards, Hollywood, Press Release, Travel
Friday, October 09, 2015
The The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that television personality Kelly Ripa was honored today with the 2,561st star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Monday, October 12, 2015. The star in the category of Television was dedicated at 6834 Hollywood Boulevard in front of The El Capitan Theatre. “We are thrilled to add Kelly Ripa to our Walk of Fame,” said Ana Martinez, Producer ...read more
Categories: Awards, City of Los Angeles, Marketing, Travel, Chamber, Hollywood, Tourism, Walk of Fame
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
Watch LIVE as the Hollywood Chamber honored Kool & The Gang with star on the Walk of Fame. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored Kool & The Gang: Robert “Kool” Bell, Ronald KhalisBell Dennis “DT” Thomas and George Brown with the 2,560th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, October 8, 2015. The star in the category of recording was dedicated at 7065 Hollywood Boulevard next to the ...read more
Categories: Awards, Chamber, City of Los Angeles, Community, Hollywood, Marketing, Press Release, Tourism, Travel, Walk of Fame
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Watch Ceremony as Hollywood Chamber honors Claire Danes with Star on the Walk of Fame. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored award-winning actress Claire Danes with the 2,559th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, September 24th, 2015. The star in the category of Television was appropriately dedicated at 6541 Hollywood Boulevard in front of The White House Café.  Helping ...read more
Categories: Awards, City of Los Angeles, Marketing, Travel, Chamber, Hollywood, Tourism, Walk of Fame
Monday, August 17, 2015
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that music executive Joe Smith was honored with the 2,558th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, August 27, 2015. The star in the category of Recording was dedicated in front of the historic Capitol Records Building at 1750 N. Vine Street. Helping emcee and Hollywood Chamber President/CEO Leron Gubler unveil the star were singers ...read more
Categories: Walk of Fame, Awards, Community, Tourism, Chamber, Hollywood
Monday, August 10, 2015
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored music pioneer Al Schmitt with the 2,557th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, August 13, 2015. The star in the category of Recording was dedicated in front of the historic Capitol Records Building at 1750 N. Vine Street. Helping emcee and Hollywood Chamber President/CEO Leron Gubler to unveil the star were Joe Walsh and surprise guests. The ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Hollywood, Tourism, Walk of Fame, Awards, Community, Press Release, Travel
Thursday, August 06, 2015
Millennium Partners is pleased to announce that the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) has approved the Millennium Hollywood Fault Investigation Report, and agreed that the development site has no active earthquake faults and is safe for development.  Because of the many questions that have been raised about the seismic safety of the Millennium Hollywood project, the Hollywood ...read more
Categories: Community, Hollywood, Economic Development, Real Estate
Wednesday, August 05, 2015
Click here to watch star ceremony as the Hollywood Chamber honors Mariah Carey with Star on Walk of Fame. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proud honored singer Mariah Carey with the 2,556th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today, August 5, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. PDT. The star in the category of Recording was dedicated in front of the W Hollywood Hotel at 6270 Hollywood Boulevard, in front a ...read more
Categories: Awards, Community, Press Release, Walk of Fame, Chamber, Hollywood, Tourism