Recent Ribbon Cuttings

Medifast is a weight loss center that offers clients a fast and healthy way to lose on average up to 2-5 lbs per week guaranteed. Clinically proven, recommended by more than 15,000 physicans. Personalized counseling.

Please come visit us at our San Ramon Location, 21001 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Suite E-3. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.medifastcenters.com/location_eastbay.asp

January 22, 2009 - K2 Flooring Inc.

Please come visit us at our San Ramon Location, 12907 Alcosta Boulevard, Suite G. For more information call Darold at (925)973-0248.

November 6, 2008 - ZAZA Nail Spa

Please come visit us at our new San Ramon Location, 11040 Bollinger Canyon Road, Suite H.

August 22, 2008 - Law Office of Mary C. Whipple

Mary C. Whipple is a family law and estate planning attorney with experience in divorce, custody, support, prenuptial agreements, restraining orders, wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. She also represents clients in a variety of other matters, including juvenile dependency, probate, breach of contract, and employment disputes, to name a few.

Before opening the Law Office of Mary C. Whipple, Mary was an associate attorney at the Law Office of Cummins & Holmes, a full-service civil litigation law firm in San Ramon. Previously, Mary worked as a contract attorney for O’Melveny & Meyers in San Francisco while simultaneously volunteering at the Bar Association of San Francisco’s Volunteer Legal Services Program, representing defendants in unlawful detainer actions. VLSP awarded Mary with an Outstanding Volunteer in Public Service Award for 2006 for her efforts in providing access to justice.

Mary, a California native, is a graduate of Loyola University Chicago School of Law. She earned her bachelor of science degree in criminology at Southern Oregon University in Ashland, Oregon.

In addition to the San Ramon Chamber of Commerce Ambassador’s Committee and the State Bar of California, Mary is a member of the American Bar Association, the Bar Association of San Francisco, the Contra Costa County Bar Association, and Soroptimist International of San Ramon Valley. She also volunteers her time at the Contra Costa County Superior Court, where she teaches a class, “How to Start Your Dissolution,” for self-represented litigants; and at the Contra Costa County Bar Association’s Family Law Attorney Night, where she provides free consultations regarding family law matters to members of the community.

August 22, 2008 - Legacy Planners, Inc.

Prior to forming Legacy Planners, Inc., Ms. Laura O’Brien worked with Certified Planners, Inc. in San Ramon, California. For two years she served individuals and small business owners with financial planning, investment management, and tax planning services.

Ms. O’Brien served as an investment advisor to clients in JP Morgan’s Private Client Services division in Chicago, Illinois managing more than $175 million in client assets from 2002 to 2006. As a Regional Liaison for Wachovia Securities Private Client Group, she served the Midwest Regional Branch Offices assisting with financial planning software training, operational support and compliance management for 500+ Advisors.

April 26, 2008 - Wingstop - San Ramon

Wingstop is the fastest growing chicken wing franchise in America. We offer a nostalgic aviation themed atmosphere where the sole focus is our chicken wings. Our signature bone-in chicken wings and boneless wings are prepared fresh and are available in nine proprietary flavors. Our boneless wings are made from 100% all white meat chicken breast coated with a proprietary batter and breading. All wings are cooked to order. There are no heat lamps, microwave ovens or holding bins in our stores. We cut our fries fresh every day from real potatoes and you'll always be greeted with a smile.

To learn more about them, please call our office at (925) 867-9464 or visit them online at
www.mywingstop.com

March 27, 2008 - Reaction Search International

Our mission at Reaction Search International is to ensure the ongoing success of our clients by effectively assisting our clients in the recruitment of top professionals in over eighteen differing vertical markets. While striving to deliver excellent consulting services, and endeavoring to be at the cutting edge of national recruitment and hiring practices, RSI operates from a position of integrity, mutual accountability and respect.

Whether you are an employer with executive staffing needs, or performing an executive search with a view to enhancing your career, we react swiftly in the fulfillment of your goals.

Our Executive Search Firm Company commitment is to conduct the most extensive executive search as possible to match the best talent to the needs of our clients. Of course, our Search is custom-fitted to each client’s executive needs, goals, and corporate environment.

March 22, 2008 - Blackhawk Chevron

March 15: Alamo Chevron
The recent reopening of a completely remodeled Alamo Chevron is expected to help business in and around Alamo Plaza flourish, say members of Alamo Improvement Association and Chevron officials.

The gas station on the west side of Danville Boulevard near Stone Valley Road was completely torn down and rebuilt, starting in late July in order to upgrade 30-year-old fuel pumps, expand the convenience store, and construct a new configuration to encourage efficiency.

Gas pumps were up and running early last week without a formal grand opening. Alamo drivers noticed the new station open upon returning back to work after the holiday and arriving home from out of town.

"I was surprised to see they were pumping gas," said Preston Taylor of Alamo Improvement Association, which worked with Chevron on the approval process of the new design.

He said he thinks the opening will be good for business in Alamo.

"It's nice to have everything in Alamo open. When businesses are closed or under construction it's not good," he said.

Chevron spokesman Juan Garcia said, in general, when Chevron opens expanded convenience stores, existing surrounding shops benefit.

"They work off one another. By adding a convenience store, business does pick up a little more. It does generate more traffic," he said.

With the possibility of cityhood lingering, some residents are hoping for a stronger business district in Alamo. According to Alamo Incorporation Movement, property taxes would finance 35 percent of sustaining the town or city, and sales taxes would finance 11 percent.

Garcia said he couldn't be sure if or when there would be a grand opening for the location since Chevron staff in charge of the project was away on holiday vacation.

But store employees said they heard talk of a grand opening celebration and expected it to be about a month down the line.

Plans for the remodeling originally showed the gas station on a diagonal slant to Danville Boulevard. Alamo Improvement Association then advised Chevron to design a perpendicular building, noting that the diagonal positioning would expose the unattractive sides of existing buildings.

March 13, 2008 Corporate Credit Association of America, Inc.
Here are some of the benefits of Corporate Credit:

-Gives you a positive business credit profile that is separate from your personal credit.
-Have access to lines of credit for business growth and operation.
-Reduce the need for personal credit checks, inquiries and guarantees.
-Saves money by lowering the interest you pay.
-Increase your monthly cash flow.
-Prepares for any current and future lending needs.
-Saves time with the major convenience of purchasing with open lines of credit instead of cash.
-Use corporate credit to pay for business expenses, travel, dining, computers, auto expenses and much more.
-Greatly increases your probability of success.
-Helps establish a business image and credibility.

The Corporate Credit Association of America offers a wide range of products, services and proven systems for consumers and business owners alike. Whether it's incorporating your business or applying for corporate credit, Corporate Credit Association is at your service!

For more info on establishing corporate credit and obtaining corporate lines of credit call us at 1.888.817.8222 or 1.925.552.7300.

February 28: Back in Balance Chiropractic
"If you're like most people, you think of chiropractic care when your back hurts or when you've been in an accident. What you might not know, is that many chiropractors don't just treat back pain and injuries.

Our practice is more than just "adjusting you and getting you out the door". We care about your wellness. Through the use of different techniques, our patients see improvement in
* Hormone imbalances
* Overall health
* Children's health
* Nutrition
* Ease of movement
* Range of motion
* and of course, pain relief
all without conventional drugs and the dangers of their side effects.

Dr. Mary Kay Polsemen practices in San Ramon and specializes in your wellness. Serving patients in San Ramon, Danville, Alamo, Walnut Creek and throughout the Contra Costa 680 corridor, Back in Balance Chiropractic is committed to helping patients achieve optimal health through treatment of everyday and situational spinal stresses."

Visit Back In Balance Chiropractic at http://www.backinb.com or call (925) 830-8635.

February 19th - Union Bank of California, Bollinger Canyon Branch

* Union Bank is a full-service commercial bank, providing a broad mix of financial services to businesses and individuals
* Among the bank's markets are consumer, small business, middle market, real estate, corporate, correspondent, and trade finance
* The bank also offers investment and financial management, trust services, private banking, insurance services, and global custody services
* HighMark® Capital Management is the bank's investment management subsidiary
* The bank's commercial clients include communications, media, entertainment, energy, public utilities, retailing, and other specialty industries
* Headquartered in San Francisco, the bank has more than 10,000 employees
* Union Bank was the first major California bank to open a 7-days-a-week supermarket branch in 1990

To contact the new branch, please call (925)648-5290 or visit them online at http://www.uboc.com.

February 9th - Wells Fargo Bank, Bollinger Canyon Branch

Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a diversified financial services company providing banking, insurance, investments, mortgage and consumer finance through almost 6,000 stores, the internet and other distribution channels across North America and internationally.

To learn more about them, please call their office at (925)736-3370 or visit them online at http://www.wellsfargo.com.

January 26th - Elegant Image Salon

Please be sure to visit a new salon located at 9150 Alcosta Blvd in the Le Asia shopping center. To find out more about their services, please call them at (925)803-8005 or visit their website at www.elegantimagesalon.com.

January 24th - Liberty Tax Service

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Liberty Tax Service provides professional tax services, including tax return preparation, quarterly estimated taxes, year end extensions and ongoing tax advice for individuals and businesses. Visit them on the web at www.libertytax.com, call Robert Downum at (925)275-1040 or e-mail Robert.Downum@libertytax.com.

January 6th - My Kid Is A Star

My Kid Is A Star is a brand new magazine about kids, parents and successful role models. Every issue features 25 children with personalized profiles, interviews, photos and mini-biographies.

A word from the Publisher: “In our magazine we will try to find ways for families to have healthier relationships. Together we will search for better solutions, seek answers and share our thoughts with other families. Parents, you will also have the opportunity to tell your child in a special way how much you love and care for them.”

To pick up your free copy of My Kid Is A Star, please visit the Chamber office. To contact the Publisher (Alika Karpova), please call (925)497-5102 or e-mail info@MyKidIsAStar.com.

December 13th - Peet's Coffee and Tea on Bollinger Canyon Road

"Our skillful evaluation and careful selection of coffee beans is crucial to quality. But it is our unique artisan roasting method that gives our coffee its distinctive flavor.

We roast by hand, not by computer. We roast in small batches, paying close attention to the individual characteristics that each coffee or blend requires. We roast all 32 of our coffees every day. And we roast to taste, not to color.

Our goal is to roast as much body into our coffee as its unique origin, acidity, and natural flavor will allow, giving our coffee a deepness that no other roaster can duplicate. This technique requires exceptionally well-trained artisans with many years of roasting experience. Peet's roasters make a 10-year commitment to learn the craft of roasting coffee the Peet's way."

Visit Peet's Coffee & Tea at their new location: 3121 Crow Canyon Place, their website http://www.peets.com or call them at (925)964-9195.

December 12th - Diablo Hearing Services

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"Diablo Hearing Services (formerly Hearing Services of Danville) has been providing quality audiological and hearing instrument services since 1991. Our goal is to provide the highest quality services and products to meet a person's individual hearing health care needs.

We offer comprehensive diagnostic and rehabilitative treatment for hearing loss. We work with all ages including pediatric to geriatric populations.

We carry state of the art digital hearing instruments, assistive listening devices as well as swim molds and noise conservation solutions."

To find out more about them, please call their office at (925)901-0122 or visit them at 2301 Camino Ramon, Suite 106 in San Ramon.

December 6th - K.A.D. Alliance

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K.A.D. Alliance, Inc., is a real estate solutions company based in San Ramon. The company has the expertise and resources to serve clients locally, nationally and internationally, with property management, commercial real estate, real estate investments, mortgages and residential real estate services. To learn more about them, please visit their website at www.kadalliance.com.

November 17th - Connect 1 / Verizon Wireless

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San Ramon resident Raymond Quan recently tried to purchase a new cellular phone, but was frustrated to encounter the same scenario in store after store: salespeople could not explain the differences between products and services, they often grunted or ignore him when he walked in the door and those that did approach him, tried to sell him something he did not want. In response to this lack of product knowledge, impersonal service, and aggressive sales tactics, Quan decided to open his own business. “From the moment you enter my store, I treat you like a guest in my home. I listen to your needs, show you my recommendations, then fade into the background, to allow you to try out the displays and make your own decision.”

Visit them on the web at www.connect1.biz.

November 7th - Hats Off America

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HATS OFF AMERICA (“HOA”) seeks to recognize and support the families of soldiers killed in the conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq since September 11, 2001.

• HOA seeks parity in compensation for the survivors of soldiers who are dying for our freedom every day with the amounts awarded to the families of 9/11 victims.
• HOA intends to invest funds raised into financial instruments that will provide a stream of benefits to those surviving family members most in need—the children and spouses who have been left leaderless by a soldier’s loss.

To learn more about the organizations, or how to get involved, please visit http://www.hatsoffamerica.us.

November 1st - G2nd Systems, Inc.

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"G2nd Systems is a workplace education, technology-based instructional design and consulting firm. We incorporate G2nd Intercultural English into a unique combination of processes and curricula that address today's business transition - the convergence of global and local influences. From intercultural communication and translation, global leadership and people development to management and quality systems, workforce mobility and virtual team development, G2nd Systems helps organizations develop successful global collaborative business environments to achieve innovation and growth..."

To learn more about G2nd Systems, please visit them on the web at http://www.G2nd.com.

October 27th - Just a Little Something Gift Shop

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Just a Little Something Gift Shop is located in the Marketplace Shopping Center, at 425 Market Place. They have everything from fabulous home decorations, candles and chocolate to special occasion gifts for a wedding, baby shower or a birthday party. Visit them for all your holiday gift ideas!

August 25th - Dougherty Valley High School

Click HERE for more photos of the ceremony, cheerleaders performance and a sighting of the school mascot.

"Dougherty Valley High School, home of the Wildcats, will serve 9th and 10th grade students only during its first year, becoming a 9-12 high school in the year 2009. The school sits on 54 gross acres, and serves students being generated by the new development in the Dougherty Valley area of East San Ramon. The school can accommodate up to 2,200 students. It has approximately 300,000 square feet of floor space including four 2-story classroom buildings, a career technology building, a commons building which houses the library and cafeteria facilities, and an administration building. In addition to the main academic facilities, the school has a performing arts center that includes a 600-seat theater, vocal and instrumental and rehearsal rooms." Please visit them at http://www.dvhigh.net.

August 25th - Comcast

Click HERE for more photos: members of the San Francisco 49'ers Cheerleaders squad, inside view of the new store and special appearances by Scooby-Doo.

From One to Number One
"Comcast was founded in 1963 as a single-system cable operation. Today, we’re the country’s largest provider of cable services - and one of the world’s leading communications companies. We’re focused on broadband cable, commerce, and content. We deliver digital services, provide faster Internet and clearer broadband phone service, and develop and deliver innovative programming." Visit Comcast at their new service location at 21001 San Ramon Valley Blvd (Albertson's Shopping Center), or visit them online at http://www.comcast.net.

August 23rd - Video Ancestors

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"Since 1985, Video Ancestors provide film-to-DVD memories for all types of events. A picture can be worth a thousand words, but video has the unique ability to capture both sight and sound, detailing every magical moment of life’s most indescribable occasions. Through video, you can relive every word of your wedding vows, recapture the pride you felt when your daughter graduated from high school, or your grandson from college. Video Ancestors makes all of this possible."

Visit Video Ancestors on the web at http://www.videoancestors.com or call them at (925)820-3092.

August 21st - Peet's Coffee and Tea

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"Our skillful evaluation and careful selection of coffee beans is crucial to quality. But it is our unique artisan roasting method that gives our coffee its distinctive flavor.

We roast by hand, not by computer. We roast in small batches, paying close attention to the individual characteristics that each coffee or blend requires. We roast all 32 of our coffees every day. And we roast to taste, not to color.

Our goal is to roast as much body into our coffee as its unique origin, acidity, and natural flavor will allow, giving our coffee a deepness that no other roaster can duplicate. This technique requires exceptionally well-trained artisans with many years of roasting experience. Peet's roasters make a 10-year commitment to learn the craft of roasting coffee the Peet's way."

Visit Peet's Coffee & Tea at their new location: 3121 Crow Canyon Place, their website http://www.peets.com or call them at (925)901-1005.

August 20th - Meriwest Credit Union

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"Meriwest Credit Union delivers value to any individual and small business in the Greater Bay Area and Tucson, Arizona that is looking for above market rates on deposits, low loan rates, lower fees, product options and an experience that makes you feel good about your decision to do business with us.

If the idea of free checking, free online banking with free Bill Pay, mortgages with zero money down and home equity lines of credit that are always below prime appeals to you, make your move to Meriwest."

Visit Meriwest at http://www.meriwest.com or call their San Ramon location at (925)901-0689.

July 26th - AAMCO Transmissions

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Visit AAMCO Transmissions located at 23 Beta Court in San Ramon. Chamber members: receive $100 OFF any transmission rebuilding. To schedule your appointment, call AAMCO today at (925)552-5900.

July 25th - GCS Promotion Specialties

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"We have been in the Promotional Products business since 1996. We are a full service provider of promotional items including pens, magnets, key holders, lanyards, tote bags, lapel pins, mugs, wearables and many more items.

We currently have working relationships with several screen printers and embroiderers to enable us to produce the wearable items to your satisfaction.

We would like to be your promotional consultant to assist you in the growth of your promotional effort. Please call us for ideas (925)830-8358 or visit us at http://gcspromotions.com."

July 25th - Versailles Jewelers & Gemological Services

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"Versailles Jewelers & Gemological Services has over 20 years of experience in the jewelry industry.

VJ Estate Jeweler is here to make the search short & sweet. You'll find sparkling diamond cuts, a wide variety of unique estate jewelry, and specialists who understand how roundabout that search is, and want to make it easy on you, the customer.

They specialize in offering period, estate, and modern jewelry. Each piece is a "collectable" and is sure to catch everyone's eye. See some of the offerings on www.VJEstateJeweler.com.

Versailles Jewelers & Gemological Services diamonds carry several professional diamond reports, because you should be assured of our diamonds' authenticity."

July 23rd - Vital Life Wellness Center Chiropractor

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"Dr. Charlton is a NUCCA chiropractor, providing gentle, specific correction of the upper cervical region with no rotation or popping sounds. This alternative form of chiropractic is perfect for pain relief, postural correction and overall health improvement for the whole family."

To learn more, please visit Dr. Charlton at: http://www.drcharlton.com.

June 28th - Oscar's Jeweler

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Visit Oscar's Jeweler in Alamo at 15 Alamo Square Drive and receive a $25 Gift Certificate toward your next purchase.

June 26th - King Tut Travel and Tours, Inc.

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"We'd like to introduce ourselves - we're King Tut Travel & Tours, Inc., and established Tour Operator/Developer for domestic and international destinations. We will customize trips for individuals, families, and groups/corporate professionals.

Our professional experience in the travel industry is 27 years, with King Tut Travel & Tours, Inc. celebrating its 20 anniversary. Think of us when you want to travel to the location of a lifetime."

To learn more, please visit King Tut Tours at: http://www.kingtuttours.com.

June 19th - Oak House Contemporary Asian Cuisine

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Visit http://www.oakhouseca.com for additional information.

June 12th - Joyce Feldman Insurance Agency

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"When you call, you will receive the personal attention that you want. You are a valued customer, not an "account number." You are a familiar face, a valued friend, and a neighbor. We will be there for you when you need us most!" Please visit Joyce at http://www.joycefeldmanagency.com.

June 6th - Summit Financial Group, LLP
"At Summit Financial Group, LLC we are committed to helping our clients achieve their financial goals. We believe in the value of strategies, organization, and communication. We strive to develop long-term relationships based on trust and understanding. We view it as our job to present options and alternatives to our clients so that they can make informed, intelligent decisions..." You will find more information at http://www.summitfingroup.com/.

May 24th – Certified Planners, Inc.
Certified Planners, Inc. is a Registered Investment Advisory Firm founded in 1985. They specialize in wealth management and retirement planning. Here, you will find independent, unbiased, professional investment advice to individuals and businesses. “…Our business is one of strong partnerships with our clients. We have grown because of their continued trust, loyalty, and referrals.” To learn more about them, please visit http://www.certifiedplannersinc.com/.

May 10th – Marketing Solutions Group
Marketing Solutions Group (M.S.G.), is an advertising agency (print and electronic) and marketing consulting firm. The company was founded on 55 years of corporate sales experience in addition to small business advertising and marketing experience. It has a track record of consulting on planning, organization and execution of clients' marketing, advertising and public relations programs. To learn more, please visit http://www.marketingsolutionsgroup.biz/.

JEI Self-Learning Center
JEI Self-Learning Center is an individualized learing program based on the student's ability. Its purpose is to maximize the student's potential, improve academic achievement aned build each studenet's confidence. For more information call (925)867-2729 or visit their website at http://www.jeilearning.com/.

Mel's Makin' Memories!
Mel's Makin' Memories! is dedicated to making your memories last a lifetime with three specific services: Picture Video DVD's, Custom-Tailored Photo Albums and Storing of Photographs to CD format. Picture Video DVD's are your photographs set to custom-tailored music specific to your special occasion. Any occasion is appropriate for this heart-felt and meaningful gift. Custom-Tailored Photo Albums accompany your Picture Video DVD by showcasing a variety of photographs used in the video. All albums are customized towards your special occasion and theme. Have all of your loose photographs stored and organized on a CD for easy retrieval and lasting effects. Photographs can be enhanced with minor touch-ups. For more information go to http://www.melsmakinmemories.com/.

Another Member Benefit
These ceremonies, which increase the visibility of new or expanding businesses, are provided free to San Ramon Chamber Members only. Pre-event publicity and Ambassador coordination is handled for you by the Chamber. A photo of each Ribbon-Cutting and a description of the hosting business is featured here each month. We invite our members to attend these events, meet the owners and support their efforts. It's fun, educational and inspiring to participate in the launch of a new business. Check our events calendar for all the details about upcoming ribbon cuttings and grand openings. See you there!