The Councils of the Century City Chamber of Commerce create opportunities for its members, professionals and entrepreneurs throughout Century City and surrounding areas to hear prominent business leaders, advocate professional interests, develop programs and events within specific industry segments that help its members reach their target audience, as well as promote business visibility through participation and sponsorship opportunities.
ARTS & CULTURAL AFFAIRS COUNCIL
The mission of the Arts & Cultural Affairs Council is to enhance quality of life and provide leadership in Century City and its surrounding communities through the promotion and support of a broad range of artistic activities and initiatives. As a development arm of the Century City Chamber of Commerce, the Council serves as a catalyst for and a major contributor to the economic and cultural vitality of this community and all its adults and children.
CITIZEN OF THE YEAR COMMITTEE
Since 1983, the Chamber bestows its highest civic award, Citizen of the Year, to an individual and/or organization that best exemplifies excellence in corporate and community relations. Past recipients include:
- Ray Watt of Watt Companies
- Universal Protection Service
- Alan Rothenberg of 1st Century Bank
- Tiffany & Co.
- John E. Anderson of Topa Equities
- Century City Doctors Hospital & Salus Surgical Group
- Fox Entertainment Group
- JMB Realty Corp.
- Trammell Crow Company
- Westfield
EMERGING PROFESSIONALS
AND ENTREPRENEURS COUNCIL
The Emerging Professionals and Entrepreneurs Council (EPEC) provides networking opportunities for young professionals within the Chamber, establishing strong relationships, fostering business development in the community and participating with Chamber members through volunteer activities and fundraising events.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS COUNCIL
The Council works with building managers, businesses, government officials and agencies, including law enforcement, fire department, FBI and Homeland Security. The plan will facilitate mutual support and aid among businesses and residents of Century City, supplementing the standard emergency services and response provided by the City and County of Los Angeles.
GOLF TOURNAMENT COMMITTEE
The Annual Golf Tournament at the Robinson Ranch Golf Course in Santa Clarita, is a great opportunity to meet professional colleagues, play golf and socialize. Our tournament is among the largest Chamber golf tournaments in the country and is held on two courses. Make a hole-in-one and qualify to win a brand new Mercedes Benz.The day's activities run from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served. The day culminates with a fun-filled and entertaining Awards Dinner Banquet and Silent Auction. If you have valued clients and employees you'd like to entertain, the Century City Chamber of Commerce golf tournament is the event of the year.
HEALTH COUNCIL
The Health Council mission is to raise awareness and promote discussion on key issues impacting the health and development of the public. Health Council programs advocate a healthy lifestyle and focus on topics that range from medical insurance to alternative medicine. Information through programs and activities is provided on the latest developments in healthcare and activities that lead to emotional and physical well-being.
LAW & BUSINESS COUNCIL
The Century City Chamber of Commerce’s Law & Business Council includes professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs conducting commerce in Century City and the surrounding business community. Members represent companies involved in production, marketing and distribution of various services and products, as well as professional service firms engaged in legal, accounting, banking, financial advisory, and professional consulting and general business activities.
The mission of the Law and Business Council is to inform, educate, and advocate, i.e.
- To raise awareness of, and promote a continuing dialogue on contemporary business issues; this is accomplished through various activities, including the Council’s special executive forums;
- To offer its members consistent opportunities for education on matters affecting their professions and the business environment;
- To help its members build meaningful and lasting relationships with one another and, via this network, promote the commercial growth of its members and commerce in the community.
MARKETING AND MEMBERSHIP COUNCIL
Century City is a prominent business community comprised of major industry sectors: legal, financial, entertainment, hospitality, medical, professional services, and retail. The business district has approximately ten million square feet of Class A office space. Each of these businesses, and their employees, are important members of a community that contribute to this area’s economic prosperity.
The Marketing and Membership Council recognizes this and strives to be an advocate of the Chamber by serving as liaison between the Chamber and its members, by assisting the Chamber in developing strategies for Membership development and retention and by assisting the Chamber in creating membership benefits and services.
TRANSPORTATION & LAND USE COUNCIL
The Century City Chamber of Commerce formed a Transportation Council to address issues of mobility to and around the Century City area.
This Council will review long term transportation plans and proposed improvements currently under review by state and local agencies for Century City and the Westside. The “T” Council’s focus is to provide the business community and others with information about transportation issues and proposed solutions that affect all of us that live and work within the Century City community.
WOMEN’S BUSINESS COUNCIL
The mission of the Women’s Business Council (WBC) is to encourage the professional development of its members in an environment characterized by partnership, philanthropy, and education. WBC is a group of dynamic hardworking executives and entrepreneurial women who serve Chamber members and the community at large by providing business development and networking opportunities; professional education and resources.
Each year WBC recognizes individuals for their accomplishments at the annual Women of Achievement awards luncheon that honors women whose professional dedication, charitable involvement and commitment to excellence are an inspiration to all.
Government Affairs Council
The Government Affairs Council examines initiatives and legislative issues, with economic and civic impact to the business community, that are relevant to Century City. It is through the Government Affairs Council that dialogue on key issues can be addressed. Council members are kept informed through participation on the Westside Neighborhood Council and liaison with local and state government agencies, and the community at large.