In order to be best prepared for upcoming Chinese events our Ambassadors Francine Chiuand Councilmember Sho Tay gave a small presentation on Chinese Culture as it pertains to the Arcadia Chamber. Francine first elaborated on the fact that color holds great meaning in Chinese culture and by simply abiding to their norms people can keep from making any unintentional offenses. Specifically; red symbolizes good fortune and joy, yellow symbolizes great prestige, and white symbolizes mourning and death (This is a color that should be avoided during events such as ribbon cuttings or mixers). She moved onto the subject of the traditional Lion Dance, which is seen as an essential part of every Chinese festival. The traditional dance consists of many different components, these being; the drums work to ward off bad omens, the lettuce that is dropped and eaten symbolizes the act of “picking green” which is said to illustrate the growth of wealth and fortune, the act of spitting the lettuce out is for the audience as those that are hit by the lettuce are granted good luck and the mirror affixed to the Lion is necessary to reflect out bad omens. Our chamber ambassadors are learning to be best prepared in the everchanging market.
The Chamber was greeted to a bevy of new members as well as the two newest chamber ambassadors; Martin Ramos of Nicomite Termite Control and Christine Lee of New York Life. The two new ambassadors were given a moment to introduce themselves to the committee. Martin mentioned that he’s been a longtime member but just recently he has started getting ever more involved with the Arcadia Chamber. He looks forward to attending future meetings and events as well he has great interest in seeing the development of the Arcadia Chamber and its members. Christine Lee works with New York Life as an insurance manager,
New Members
- Frank Rojas represents Ultra Bathroom & Kitchen, a premium household appliance store dedicated into providing the highest quality luxury kitchen appliances to offer superior performance and style. For those looking to update their appliances Ultra Bathroom & Kitchen has a lovely showroom at 318 E. Huntington Dr., Arcadia 91106. Pay them a visit from Monday thru Saturday or give Frank a call at 626.521.9938.
- Bryan Jo represents Remarkable Stamps, a company that offers quality custom made stamps. Bryan’s business prides itself on delivering a fast turn-around time for their product and provides a one year warranty on all of their stamp products against defects in material and worksmanship. For more information on getting custom stamps please contact Bryan at 626.538.8989.
- Lori Ulloa represents Juice Plus +, their company offers customers a simple solution to getting more fruits and vegetables into their diet. The company began with a foundation based on health and wellness. Lori is home based and all of her product orders will ship directly to people’s doors making everything fast and convenient. For more information on getting top quality products that will improve your health contact Lori at 626.622.8494.
- Nataliya Gerasimchuk represents Areum Apartments, a complex of brand new apartments which will be opening in the heart of Old Town Monrovia. Areum poses the question, why endure the agony of congested city life when you can blissfully live just ouside the box?” For more information on their impressive and stylish suites please call them at 626.445.1400
- Serken Erenay represents Erenay Design Build. Serken is an experienced architect and licensed contractor. He has recently moved from the area of Palm Springs and he’s looking to grow his business in the San Gabriel Valley. Serken is looking to grow his network through meeting people within the Arcadia Chamber.
- Carla Vargas represents Javita Coffee Company, a business dedicated to offering people gourmet coffee and teas which can help people lose weight and increase their intelligence. She does business internationally but is currently growing her business locally. For more information on the Javita product please call Carla at 626.438.8508
- David Oliva represents Samuel, Son & Co. Their company has been in business since 1855 and are a multimillion dollar business which deals in metals distribution and processing. For more information on their business please call David at 323.997.3937
