Glendale News Press | 08-12-2010

David Cain launched Buff Buddies Fitness in La Cañada six years ago, and even though business has grown, he is struggling. Banks have slashed his credit lines. Government loans are hard to get. Schools that might partner with his youth fitness programs don’t want to play ball.

Cain was one of hundreds at the Pasadena Convention Center on Wednesday seeking leads on jobs, loans or government contracting opportunities. He was also one of the many who caught the ear of Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank), sponsor of the event, which brought together more than three dozen chambers of commerce, business advisors and government agencies, including the Small Business Administration and Department of Commerce.

The size of the crowd, Schiff said, “is a sign of just how much need there is out there. Hopefully, we have a lot of good resources here.”

Glendale News Press | 08-11-2010

In an effort to help job seekers and entrepreneurs, Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) is sponsoring a Small Business Assistance and Career Opportunity Fair today at the Pasadena Convention Center.

Representatives from seven local chambers of commerce, the Small Business Administration, the Verdugo Workforce Investment Board and dozens of other government or economic development agencies will be at the event.

Morning seminars will include “Business Loans 101,” “How Businesses Can Survive and Thrive in Tough Economic Times” and “How to Get a Job with the Federal Government.”

Glendale News Press | 07-29-2010

With small business still the missing link in the slow-and-go economic recovery, Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) is bringing together numerous government agencies and business groups for a daylong Small Business Assistance and Career Opportunity Fair on Aug. 11 at the Pasadena Convention Center.

“Far too many people throughout our community are still seeking access to business opportunities and employment, and I hope this business development and career fair will help them discover new resources to succeed,” Schiff said in a statement. “The career fair will provide an opportunity for people to network and find additional ways to gain employment or build their businesses, even in a challenging economy.”

Glendale News Press | 06-09-2010

Chamber President Rich Roche welcomed his audience and introduced incoming chamber President Rick Lemmo.

An opportunity drawing attracted generous shoppers, dinner attracted the hungry and dancing to the music of California attracted the light of foot.  VIPs taking advantage of all three included Rep. Adam Schiff, Glendale Mayor Ara Najarian and wife Darlene, and former Glendale Mayors Frank Quintero and wife Jani, Carl Raggio and Sheldon Baker; and City Manager Jim Starbird.