Livermore Chamber Announces Summer Luncheon Series

If you've been involved with any of the Livermore Chamber of Commerce's many events, you'll know that it puts on a terrific series of luncheons at many of our valley's wineries during the summertime. , the chamber president and CEO, is a master at attracting the area's political and business leaders to be keynote speakers at these events.

I've had the privilege of attending most of them the last couple of years, and if you're a local business owner, it's a great opportunity to network, meet other business owners and rub elbows with the area's leaders.

Of course, part of the allure of these luncheons is the opportunity to visit some of the area's beautiful vineyards. It's hard to beat a nice glass of combined with wonderful food prepared by the area's best chefs. 

Because of this combination of location, food, wine and speakers, the lunches typically fill to capacity. I'd recommend reserving your seats early through the chamber's website. Be sure to bring business cards with you, too.

This year's lineup of luncheon events includes:

June 23, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
"State of the City Address," Mayor Marshall Kamena
, 4444 East Ave.

July 28, 10 a.m to 2 p.m.
Business Expo & Luncheon Program
Third Annual Innovation Forum: "Can the Tri-Valley Change the World?"
Casa Real at Ruby Hill, 410 Vineyard Ave., Pleasanton

August 25, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
"State of the County Address," Alameda County Supervisor Scott Haggerty
, 4590 Tesla Road

September  29, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tri-Valley Mayors' Summit
, 5050 Arroyo Road

Luncheon tickets are $40 for chamber members, $50/person for non-members. If you want to have a display booth at the Innovation Forum in July, it's $300 and includes two luncheon tickets.

To purchase tickets or get more information, visit the Livermore Chamber of Commerce website or contact the office at 925-447-1606.