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2018 ANNUAL REPORT

BREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

CATALYST. CONVENER. CHAMPION.

The Brea Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present our 2018 Annual Report.

Our report is a compilation of research and data providing insight to Brea’s local economy and the role the Brea Chamber played in encouraging such growth. Throughout 2018, the Brea Chamber fostered a climate of innovation. All business starts with an idea! At the very heart of business is the entrepreneur’s desire to create product lines and services that meet the needs of today’s consumer. We ignite that creativity by giving our local Brea businesses the support they need to grow and have added value. Membership within the Chamber provides opportunities to refine one’s business acumen, develop new skill sets, connect with other business professionals, as well as provide a platform to create or change existing policies on the local, state, or national level. We inspire our existing businesses to be futuristic, expand their client base, and create employment opportunities for local graduates. The Chamber provides necessary information to allow businesses to change in an expedient fashion. Resources abound at the Chamber. Your success is our success. Since 1913 at Olsen’s Café, the Brea Chamber of Commerce has been operating as a service to our business members to help them innovate, ignite, and inspire. Products and services may be different from 1913, but the principles of doing business have not. Strong communities support the thinkers, dreamers, and creators in business. Your Chamber remains as the organization whose sole purpose is to support business. Join us as we continue in this journey of entrepreneurial exchange of growth and opportunity in Brea.

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2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORS The Board of Directors of the Brea Chamber of Commerce are at the top of our organizational chart. They are collectively dedicated to serving our members in order to sustain a strong business community. The 2019 Board of Directors consists of 23 committed individuals who work to establish the vision, set policies, and oversee the fiscal health of the Brea Chamber.


2019 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Jay BadilloChairman of the BoardEmbassy Suites Brea

Bill MurrayFinance & Operations

Edward Jones Investments

Ashley ColeHousing

New York Life

Eric PadillaMarketing and Communications

Palatable Promotions

Matt DenburgMembership

Schooley Mitchell

Kevin CaulsonEconomic Development

Brea Mall/ Simon Property Group

John KoosImmediate Past Chair

Core Development

2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Michael BecherMiller Giangrande LLP

Michelle CummingsCredit Union of Southern California

Jonathan EknoEkno Insurance Services

2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORS (cont.)

Glenn GreenWhite Rhino Marketing

Steve Grushen Nationwide Mutual Insurance

Cindy Kao Accounting Principals, Inc.

Dan KleinbergBrea Improv/Copper Blues

Leslie LaguaHines

Mark McGeeRepublic Services

James McGradeHealthcare Property Advisors

Renita MollmanBurns and McDonnell

Vern MeurerCon-Tech Plastics

Charlie PittmanBeckman Coulter, Inc

Rick ShibaTotal Wine and More

Mary Ann RaileyPIH Health

Jim WalkerCedar Creek Inn

Heidi L. GallegosCorporate Secretary to the Board

Brea Chamber of Commerce

Jay BadilloChairman of the Board

Heidi L. GallegosPresident / CEO

Heidi L. GallegosJay Badillo

ABOUT THE CHAMBER

ABOUT THE BREA CHAMBERThe Brea Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)6 corporation in existence since 1913. The Chamber serves as the voice of the greater Brea busi-ness community. We exist to be… The Catalyst for business growth: We ensure common sense decisions are made for growth and expansion in Brea. The Convener of leaders and influencers to get things done:We bring in local business and policymakers to discuss issues in order to make better decisions for all of Brea.The Champion for a thriving community: We ensure our residents and business are educated and well-informed for a sustainable Brea.

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MISSIONThe ongoing mission of the Brea Chamber of Commerce is to promote economic opportunity through business and community leadership while enhancing the social and civic environment of the Brea Community. To accomplish its mission, the Chamber relies on the efforts of our members, Board of Directors, volunteers, and the generosity of companies who sponsor our events.

VISIONThe Brea Chamber aims to build an economic climate that strengthens the competitiveness of local services, programs, and information. By connecting local businesses, service organizations and all levels of government, the Brea Chamber of Commerce can create an environment where we can continue to innovate, ignite and inspire the local business community.

Photograph provided by Aero Energy LLC and Brooks Street

87 New Members

18.9% New Membership Annual Growth

AMBASSADORSThe Brea Chamber Ambassadors serve as peer contacts and support for members, providing

information and assistance on how to best utilize the Chamber’s services and abundant resources.

Cindy Kao | Accounting Principals, Inc. (2018 Ambassador Chair) Connie Allred | Premier Designs Jewelry

Sara Barnes-Ramos | Liberty Painting and Restoration, Inc. Lisa Bryant | TNG Real Estate

Ken Clements | KC Communications, Inc. Terri Daxon | Daxon Marketing Communications

Pauline Hampton | Senior SolutionsJohn Kim | Motto Mortgage Experience

Sergey Molkov | Pacific AdvisorsChris Pham | Frazer, LLP

Thomas Ramirez | Pay 825Lauren Sweeney | Mary Kay

FACEBOOK: Followers grew 13.8% from 2017 to 2018.Average reach per post grew 8.8% during the last 12 months. Average reactions (or engagement of likes on posts) grew 23% during the past 12 months.

INSTAGRAM: 2017 ended with 1,164 IG followers. Currently have 1,443 at time of report. A gain of 24% during the past year.

Source: Palatable Promotions

Chamber celebrates 105th Birthday

CITY OF BREABrea, one of the oldest communities within Orange County, was incorporated in 1917 as the city of oil, oranges, and opportunity. Already well established as an oil producer, Olinda Village in Brea’s rolling northern hills continued to draw workers and soon it was time to organize a town and prepare for future growth. Today, Brea is a bustling, but close-knit community of almost 44,000 residents, who enjoy a high level of public services rarely found in a smaller community.

The City of Brea operates as a full service city, providing a wide range of services including police and fire, water and sanitation services, construction and maintenance of streets and infrastructure, recreation, human services, and the cultural arts, as well as a proactive communication and community outreach program. Brea also supports an outstanding Brea Olinda Unified School District including campuses recognized as California Distinguished Schools and a National Blue-Ribbon high school. Source: City of Brea

HOUSINGThere are 95% more households who own their homes than there are renters.

66.14% Owners

33.86% Renters


LABOR FORCEBrea has a labor force of 24,009 people. With and unemployment rate of 2.5%

24,009 2.5% -19.35%Labor Force Unemployment Rate Unemployment Rate Change (1 Year)

TALENTTHE WORK DISTRIBUTION OF TOTAL EMPLOYEES IN BREA

WHERE ARE THE TOP JOBS BY OCCUPATION?

PEOPLEThe total population of Brea is 43,164. The median age is 39.88

48.83% Male 51.17% FemaleAGE DISTRIBUTION0-9 4,565 10-19 5,355 20-29 5,688 30-39 5,492

40-49 5,962 50-59 6,564 60-64 2,767 65+ 6,780

39%Blue Collar

Total Establishments3,697

60%White Collar

Total Establishments49,301

OFFICE & ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT13.89%6,850

EXECUTIVE MANAGERS & ADMINISTRATORS10.64%5,248

PRODUCTIONWORKERS8.84%4,360

CONSTRUCTION& EXTRACTION6.6%3,252

INCOME AND SPENDINGHouseholds in Brea earn a median yearly income of $94,556 | 60.43% of the households earn more than the national average each year. Household expenditures average $80,375 per year. The majoriy of earnings getspent on Shelter, Transportaion, Food and Beverages, Health Care, and Utilities.

$94,556 median household income $80,375 median household expenditure

HOW DO PEOPLE SPEND MOST OF THEIR MONEY?

SHELTER TRANSPORTATION FOOD & BEVERAGES $16,652 $14,804 $11,404

HEALTH CARE UTILITIES $6,014 $5,685

BREA POLICE DEPARTMENTRESPONSE TIMES & CALLS FOR SERVICE 2017CALL CATEGORY QTY AVERAGE RESPONSE TIME

Emergency Calls 248 3 min 16 secs

Priority One 417 5 min 37 secs

Priority Two 6,073 8 min 32 secs

Priority Three 4,557 12 min 19 secs

All others 6,487 not available

BREA FIRE DEPARTMENTRESPONSE TIMES & CALLS FOR SERVICE 2018111 Fires in Brea

352 Service Calls

3,575 Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents

1,304 other calls

Source: Brea Police Dept.

Source: Brea Fire Dept.

Source: Zoom Prospector






SCHOOLS

• Robust TK-12 Career Technical Education (CTE) Pathways preparing students for college, careers & beyond • Community Partnerships - In partnership with the Brea Chamber of Commerce 15 businesses adopting

classrooms at Laurel Magnet School, job shadowing opportunities at Brea Canyon High School • Fullerton College Partnership - dual enrollment for students at Brea Olinda and Brea Canyon High Schools,

allowing students to gain college credits for free. Source: Brea Olinda Unified School District

• In the past five years, there has been an average of 40 students who are sent to California State University, Fullerton from The Brea Olinda Unified School District. Source: Fullerton.edu

• Less than high school 6%• No school 1%

EDUCATION ATTAINMENT

• Professional school degree 4%• Doctorate 3%

HIGHER EDUCATION ATTAINMENT (100% All people with Bachelor or better)

5California Gold Ribbon Schools Brea Olinda High School, Brea Junior High, Laurel Magnet School of Innovation & Career Exploration, Fanning Elementary and Arovista

Elementary

2Magnet Schools

Laurel Magnet School of Career Exploration and Innovation featuring a schoolwide partnership with the Discovery Cube of Orange County and a Computer Science Immersion Program at Fanning Elementary School with curriculum from

Code to the Future

5World Languages

Spanish, French, Japanese, Chinese and Korean


BUSINESSES AND JOBSBrea has a total of 3,697 Business in 2017. The Leading industries in Brea were Retail, Manufacturing, Accommodation and Food Services, and Wholesalers.

WHAT ARE THE TOP INDUSTRIES BY JOBS?

TOP 10 MAJOR EMPLOYERS

Albertons Distribution Warehouse

Avery Dennison Administrative

Bank of America

Brea Olinda Unified School District

Bristol Industries

City of Brea*

Mercury Insurance Group

Kirkhill - TA Company

Peterson Brothers Contruction

Veterinary Pet Insurance (Nationwide Company)

*includes all part-time and seasonal employees Source: City of Brea

TOP 10 SALES PRODUCERS

Apple Stores

Beckman Coulter

Home Depot

Macy’s

Nordstrom

Sigler Wholesale

Target

Tesla

Walmart

Walter’s Wholesale Electric

Source: City of Brea

RETAIL7,654 Jobs

556 Establishments

ACCOMMODATION & FOOD SERVICES 4,348 Jobs

204 Establishment

MANUFACTURING

6,596 Jobs

219 Establishments

WHOLESALERS

4,036 Jobs

209 Establishments

Some Collegeor Associate

34.3%

Bachelors Degreeor Higher

43.8%Highschoolor G.E.D.

15%

Masters Degress

23.1%

Bachelors Degree

53.1%Associate Degree

16.8%

Source: Towncharts.com


“We are grateful for the warm welcome we received from the Brea Chamber when we moved our corporate headquarters to the City this year. Heidi Gallegos personally reached out to ensure our teams were aware of the numerous community events, dining and entertainment options and community service opportunities available in Brea. We are thrilled to be a part of the City’s vibrant business community.” – Andy Nickerson, Hdl Companies

“Our business community has long been a vital part of making Brea onto one of Orange County’s premiere cities. From destination shopping and unique restaurants to a strong local economy, extensive city services and widespread volunteerism, business play an essential role in Brea’s quality of life. The connection between the Brea Chamber of Commerce and the City of Brea creates a collaboration that adds tremendous value to our community.”

- Bill Gallardo, City Manager

Source: Brea Olinda Unified School District


FROM HERE TO THERE The ability to move goods efficiently across Orange County and beyond is crucial to the economic vitality and mobility of Southern California and the nation. The health of the city’s economy is dependent on its ability to accommodate the movement and delivery of goods. From moving goods to transporting passengers, Brea is centrally located to meet all business needs.

ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITYWith ever rising fuel costs, this is the time to discover a more affordable way to get around. You may not have paid much attention to buses circulating across town daily, but these days more people keep asking, “Where do they go?” The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) operates a comprehensive system with several key routes intersecting at the Brea Mall. There are also two express routes, which make stops there in utilizing the 57 Freeway to connect Inland Empire riders all the way to either Santa Ana or the Irvine Spectrum. Source: City of Brea

ROUTES BEYOND CITY LIMITSAs a starting point, view a map showing the route numbers passing through Brea. The list below gives a very general description of where these routes go beyond city limits:Route 20 - Between La Habra and Yorba LindaRoute 29 - Brea to Huntington BeachRoute 47 - Brea to Newport Beach (via Brea Blvd-Anaheim-Fairview)Route 53 - Brea to Irvine (via Main Street)Route 57 - Brea to Newport Beach (via St. College-Bristol)Route 59 - Brea to Irvine (via Kraemer-Glassell-Grand)Route 147 - Brea to Santa Ana (via Harbor Boulevard)Route 213 - Brea to Irvine Express (via 55 Freeway)Route 757 - Pomona to Santa Ana Express (via 57 Freeway / stops at Brea Mall)Route 758 - Chino to Irvine Spectrum Express (via 57 Freeway / stops at Brea Mall)Source: City of Brea

5 bus routes serving Brea’s 78 bus stops

234,000+ bus boardings in 2017

SENIOR MOBILITY PROGRAM Community Transportation

19.2 miles from

John Wayne Airport

23.6 miles from

Ontario Airport

27.2 miles from

Long Beach Airport

39.7 miles from

Los Angeles International Airport

Source: mapquest.com

Source: OCTA


EVENTS & LEADERSHIPThe Brea Chamber of Commerce hosts a variety of programs and events to promote an economic climate that strengthens the competitiveness of local services, programs, and information. The Chamber provides valuable business training, professional development, and networking opportunities to the local business community. Some of the Brea Chamber’s signature events showcase the annual OC Economic Forecast, Taste of Brea® and Mayor’s Cup Classic Golf Tournament. Others include our weekly Leads Lunch, monthly Brea Young Professionals, and quarterly Chamber Business Alliance Mixers.

Economic Forecast

Mayors Cup Golf Classic

Taste of Brea®

Chamber Business Alliance

Grand Openings & Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cuttings are a great way to announce to the community that you are in town, newly expanded or a fresh face to the Brea Chamber. It offers you the opportunity to meet key leaders in the community and get acquainted with your neighbors and Chamber members.

Brea Young Professionals is a unique networking group of young professionals 21 and over whom meet the third Wednesday of every month to mix, mingle, and learn about the many local Brea businesses and their practices. Whether it be speed networking, educational discussions, or business tours, this program assists young professionals on learning how to navigate the business world one step at a time.

“Everyone should take advantage of Brea Young Professionals events as it brings together many local professionals from all industries. I, myself, have been able to meet others in the financial industry, which increased my business by getting direct referrals. I have also been able to refer my clients to other business individuals and services as well. I am always excited for the monthly BYP events!” – John Kim, Motto Mortgage Experience 2018 Brea Young Professional of the Year

The Chamber Business Alliance (CBA) is a group of Chambers that have agreed to welcome members from other CBA Chambers to attend selected events. We believe all will benefit by cooperating with one another and welcoming business-minded people.

Delegations from China

State of the City

Brea Young Professionals

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WHAT WE DOThe Chamber is a CATALYST for Business Growth. The Brea Chamber provides a platform for businesses to think outside the box, connect with local resources and jump start new projects, all with the purpose of positively impacting the City of Brea. The many Chamber events bring together community and business leaders, as well as elected officials to find ways to move our community forward, one small idea at a time. The Chamber offers business education workshops specifically focusing on entrepreneurs to give them the tools they need to make their dream a reality. The Chamber firmly believes that entrepreneurship allows people to stay in Brea, doing what they love, thus creating jobs and supporting our local economy.

WHAT WE DOThe Chamber is a CHAMPION for the community and the voice for local businesses. With a staff of three, the Brea Chamber represents our members with 23 different board members and advisories to make sure that the concerns and successes of our businesses are made known. Whether speaking at City Council meetings to discuss government fees or calling City and County staff directly to find answers to specific questions, The Chamber helps to alleviate some of the aggravation that can be a stumbling block for business owners.

The Chamber is a CONVENER of Leaders and Influencers for Positive Change. Business owners cannot make it on their own. They rely on a network in order to be successful. The Chamber provides many different platforms for our members to connect with business and elected leaders from Brea to Sacramento to Washington DC. Politics and business do not always mix; however, the Chamber works to bring lawmakers to the table with business to filter through the rhetoric and develop sound policy that makes sense for business.

The Chamber does not do this work alone. We rely on the support of our members, Board of Directors, Ambassadors, and the community. Partnerships are the cornerstone of the Chamber, allowing us to be a Catalyst, Convener, and Champion for businesses. We invite you to become part of this growing organization and learn about what we do, tell us your ideas, and continue to make our community thrive.

1 Civic Center Circle, 2nd Floor Brea, CA 92821Tel 714.529.3660 Fax 714.529.3657

BreaChamber.com

CHAMBER STAFF

Heidi L. Gallegos, IOMPresident/[email protected] Ext 114

Crystal L. SayphrarajAdministration/[email protected] Ext 111

Mariah C. RosalesSpecial Events [email protected] 115


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