Chamber News & Events

2010 Citizen of the Year Announced!
The Moreno Valley Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Moreno Valley resident Tracey Vackar will be the Chamber's 2010 Citizen of the Year. Tracy and husband Ron moved from Orange County to Moreno Valley in 1983 and she has been active in both school and community programs/committees ever since. Tracy currently works for the Riverside County Office of Education as the Career Technical Education Project Coordinator. Mrs. Vackar also serves as President of the Moreno Valley Unified School District Board, Morning Optimist Club of Moreno Valley Vice President, President of the Riverside Area Rape Crisis Center and Vice President for the Riverside County School Board Association.

Regarding this year's recipient, Chamber Chairman Terrance Davis said, "The Citizen of the Year award is presented annually to a resident who has made a significant contribution to the growth and development of Moreno Valley and enhancement of the community's reputation. Tracey Vackar received nominations from several people this year and the Chamber is pleased to present her with this much-deserved honor"

Tracy will be recognized at the Moreno Valley Chamber of Commerce Installation and Awards Banquet on Saturday, January 16, 2010. Call the Chamber at (951) 697-4404 or email: office@movalchamber.org for more information.

Shop Local, Shop Chamber Members!
The way to stimulate local economy is to support local businesses. Moreno Valley Chamber Members support our community by volunteering, donating, being active in service clubs and most importantly doing business and employing here locally. When you shop from a chamber member you keep the cycle moving and our community continues to prosper. I encourage you to pick up our Business Directory at the Chamber office and show your support to those that invest in or city. ShopMoval!

B.I.A. and Wake-Up locations have moved!
Starting August 5, 2009 our weekly B.I.A. meetings will be hosted by BJ's Restaurant at 22920 Centerpoint Dr. We will meet at 7:30 a.m. weekly (4th Wednesday will be Wake-Up Moreno Valley). We have also moved the Wake-Up Moreno Valley venue to BJ's and will now be on the 4th Wednesday of every month starting August 26, 2009. For more information please contact the Chamber office at 951.697.4404 or office@movalchamber.org.

Mixers, Ribbon Cuttings & More
Got Networking! Did you know that the Chamber has many networking opportunities available every month? Mixers, Wake-Up Moreno Valley and Ribbon Cuttings are just a few of the events to get connected to local business professionals and Leaders of our community.
See photos of recent events...

About the Chamber
If you have a business in Moreno Valley or nearby Riverside, we encourage you to download our application form and join us! We host many events such as Wake Up Moreno Valley and Business in Action. Chamber mixers are a great way to get to know other local entrepreneurs and network!

You can also stop by and visit our office in the TownGate Center. We’re located across the way from Moreno Valley Flower Box. Get directions to Moreno Valley Chamber...

Online Resources
Here are some resources you might find useful:

• City of Moreno Valley
• Moreno Valley Unified School District
• Val Verde Unified School District
• California Chamber of Commerce

Business Directory
It's Here! Introducing the Moreno Valley Chamber of Commerce Member and business Directory! Pick up your free copy at the Chamber office, City Hall or local participating businesses.

2009-2010 Moreno Valley Street Map Now Available in Print and Online!
The Map is available at the Chamber offices, Moreno Valley City Hall, and various locations throughout the city. See the map on line....