Chamber members take a hands-on role in the formation of the Beverly Hills business district. Through coordinating events, connecting with the leaders of tomorrow, and networking with various organizations, our members work to shape the community at large. Committees have provided vital insight and management during their work with chamber staff, the Board of Directors, and membership businesses.
Government Affairs Committee (GAC)
Chair: David Mirharooni, Brickstar Capital, LLC
The GAC addresses issues that impact the business community and business climate including urban planning, transportation, development, zoning, taxes, and regulatory and operational concerns. The GAC provides a strong voice directed to all levels of government on behalf of businesses, and monitors legislation, taxation and regulatory issues to keep members informed.
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- Meeting Time: : 4 – 5 PM | 3rd Thursday of the month (No meeting in Dec.)
- Meeting Location: Online: Zoom | In-person: Beverly Hills Chamber Boardroom
- Status: New members welcome
Membership Committee
Chairs: Lisa Arashaben, Jason Beverly Hills & Jonathan Durante, First Republic Bank
The Membership Committee oversees the ambassador program, in which Chamber Ambassadors play a vital role welcoming new members and strengthening relations with Members as well as the larger Beverly Hills community. Committee members report to the board of directors regarding ways the Chamber can work to improve the overall Member experience.
- Time commitment: 1-Hour Every Month + Events
- Meeting Location: Online: Zoom | In-person: Beverly Hills Chamber offices
- Status: Invitation-only
- Staff Contact: Nick Lara
Ambassador Subcommittee
Co-Chair: Jonathan Durante, First Republic Bank | Co-Chair: Michael Fiorentino, Eat Speak Travel
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Chamber Ambassadors are an extension of the Chamber staff whose responsibilities include welcoming new Members, strengthening relations with current Members, and helping Members to gain the most value from their Chamber membership. Volunteer responsibilities include providing support to monthly networking events and programs and they serve as the event committee for the Summer Garden Party – Member Appreciation and Board Installation Night.
- Time commitment: 1-Hour Every Other Month + Monthly Events
- Meeting Location: Online: Zoom | In-person: Beverly Hills Chamber offices
- Status: Invitation-only
- Staff Contact: Daniel Bermudez
Finance, Legal, Accounting, Insurance & Real Estate (FLAIR)
Chair: Jeff Forsythe, Torrey Pines Bank
FLAIR is the synergy of finance, law, accounting, insurance and real estate. This unique event allows members in corresponding professional fields networking opportunities. The committee helps plan FLAIR events by securing speakers and sponsorship for the quarterly mixers.
- Time commitment: 1-Hour Every Month + Quarterly Mixer Events
- Meeting Location: Online: Zoom | In-person: Beverly Hills Chamber offices
- Status: Invitation-only
- Staff Contact: Daniel Bermudez
Health & Wellness Subcommittee
Chair: Debra Henderson
The Health & Wellness Committee helps to connect businesses within the various medical and wellness industries through on-going programming including health talks, mixers and monthly committee meetings.
- Time commitment: 1-Hour Every Month + Events
- Meeting Location: Online: Zoom | In-person: Beverly Hills Chamber offices
- Status: Invitation-only
- Staff Contact: Daniel Bermudez
Military Veterans Commerce Committee (MVCC)
Chair: E. Frank Graham, E. Frank Graham & Associates
MVCC Brings Value To Military Veteran-Owned And Veteran-Friendly Businesses Through Education, Marketing, Advocacy, And Networking. Learn What Resources Are Available And Best Practices For Maximizing Benefits Like Department Of Veteran Affairs Loans, Post-9/11 Gi Bill Education Funding, Public Procurement Advantages And Much More.
- Time commitment: 1-Hour Every Month + Semi-Annual Events
- Meeting Location: Online: Zoom | In-person: Beverly Hills Chamber offices
- Status: New members welcome
- Staff Contact: Daniel Bermudez
Women’s Business Network (WBN)
Chair: Raven Vermeil | Social Chair: Sally Hayes | Event Chair: Tiffany Davis | Meeting Advisor: Jessica Morales
The Women’s Business Network is a referral-focused committee dedicated to the mission to create opportunities for growth in strategic business marketing, networking relationships, health education/finances, personal development, career development, and social impact and legacy.
The WBN produces high quality networking opportunities, educational workshops, and events with a spirit of contributing to women’s collective success.
Time Commitment: We request our members do not miss more than three meetings a year.
- Time commitment: 40 minutes monthly for meetings with no more than 3 missed meetings a year + attendance at quarterly mixer events
- Meeting Location: Online: Online: Zoom | In-person: Beverly Hills Chamber Boardroom
- Status: Invitation-only
- Staff Contact: Daniel Bermudez
Young Professionals Network (YPN)
Our mission is to provide social and professional networking opportunities for young professionals in and around Beverly Hills. Committee members help plan the quarterly mixer events and network with these up and coming young professionals.
- Time commitment: 1-Hour Every Month + Quarterly Events
- Meeting Location: Online: Zoom | In-person: Beverly Hills Chamber offices
- Status: New Member inquiries accepted between June and August annually
- Staff Contact: Daniel Bermudez
Signature Events Committees
Beverly Hills Back to Business | Virtual Collaborative
Chair: Tiffany Davis, Quay Entertainment
The Back to Business Virtual Collaborative offers in-depth learning and regional networking opportunities, featuring dozens of prominent business and community leaders across all major industries from retail, sports, finance, entertainment, beauty, technology, media, travel, hospitality, law, entrepreneurship and more. In addition, the Collaborative includes interactive networking, exclusive behind the scenes interviews with best-in-class experts and brands, live Q&A chats, entertainment, an auction, prizes and much more.
- Time commitment: 20 Hours Annually (January – May)
- Meeting Location: Online: Zoom | In-person: Beverly Hills Chamber offices
- Status: New Member inquiries accepted between October and January annually
- Staff Contact: Alexandria Anderson
Innovate Beverly Hills
Chair: Rachel Fine, Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts | Co-Chair: Llewyn Jobe, O’Gara Coach Beverly Hills
Annually the Beverly Hills Chamber produces a high caliber speaker event featuring industry leaders who engage and inspire guests and the Beverly Hills community as they discuss their vision for the future. This hands-on event committee is responsible for speaker solicitation, vendor coordination, sponsorship cultivation and overall event production.
- Time commitment: 20 Hours Annually (May – April)
- Meeting Location: Online: Zoom | In-person: Beverly Hills Chamber offices
- Status: New Member inquiries accepted between May and July annually
- Staff Contact: Alexandria Anderson