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Visit California Partners with Communities to Drive Smart, Sustainable Tourism Growth

This article is a part of a series of profiles of CalChamber member companies that are contributing to the state’s economic strength and ability...

Identifying Indicators of Distress and Ways Employers Can Help

In Episode 176 of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts speaks with clinical social worker Amanda Gibson about mental health in...

Employer Best Practices to Ensure Compliance with State Equal Pay Act

In Episode 177 of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber employment law expert Matthew Roberts sits down with Bianca Saad, CalChamber vice president of labor and...

Economic Analyses Assess Job Loss, Budget Impact of Job Killer Bills

The economic impacts of two labor and employment bills identified as job killers by the California Chamber of Commerce are projected in recent analyses...

Infrastructure, Innovation Highlighted by Key Speakers

California’s infrastructure needs and ability to find innovative solutions were highlighted last week in remarks at the 97th Annual Sacramento Host Breakfast. California Governor Gavin...

Two Job Killer Bills Held in Appropriations; 2 Job Creators Move

Eight job killer proposals identified by the California Chamber of Commerce this year remain alive after last week’s deadline for fiscal committees to send...

Even in ‘At-Will’ California, It’s Wise to Follow Disciplinary Process

We opened up an office in California recently. We have a couple of problem employees, but I heard California employment is “at-will” and we...

Governor’s Infrastructure Proposal Cuts Red Tape to Speed Projects

Budget surpluses may be a thing of the past, but Governor Gavin Newsom can still initiate massive new investments in state infrastructure—if he can...

Find Common Ground, Path to Solutions to Produce Long-Term Success for All

Following are remarks presented by Gregory S. Bielli, 2023 chair of the California Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, at the 97th Annual Sacramento...

Speakers Spotlight US, State Efforts to Foster Strong International Trade

Representatives from top state and federal agencies joined the California Chamber of Commerce International Forum last week to talk about how the United States...