ClearPath Business Advisors: New Episode Streaming Now!
New Episode Streaming Now! ClearPath Business Advisors completed an internal ownership transition — putting the practices we teach into action in real time. It was personal, challenging, and transformative. In this candid episode, Kristianna, Pat, and Patrick share:✅ Why they bought the business✅ The emotional and operational challenges they faced✅ What they’d do differently next time Whether you're planning to sell in 6 months or 6 years, this conversation is packed with insights on
Become a Founding ''Friend of Futsal''
An Exciting New Chapter for Ballistic United! Become a Founding “Friend of Futsal” Ballistic United Soccer Club is thrilled announce the development of our very own state-of-the-art Futsal Complex! This incredible facility represents a huge leap forward for our club, providing a dedicated, year-round space for: Enhanced Skill Development: Perfecting touch, technique, and quick decision-making, rain or shine.Consistent Training: Offering reliable practice space regardless of weather or field
Partner With PUSD to Strengthen our Future Workforce
Dear Pleasanton Chamber Members,We’re excited to share an opportunity on behalf of the Pleasanton Unified School District to strengthen connections between local businesses and our future workforce.This program has already been highly successful in partnering with local businesses to provide students with real-world experiences and career training opportunities. Now, we’d love to expand that success by connecting even more Pleasanton companies with our schools.As a business serving the Pleasanton community,
The Cost of Ineffective Mid-Management
The Cost of Ineffective Mid-Management When leaders talk about performance, the focus often goes to the top and bottom of the org chart—the executives setting direction and the frontline teams getting the work done. But the real difference-maker in whether people stay, grow, and perform isn’t at the top or the bottom. It’s in the middle: the managers. Previous McKinsey research found that workplace relationships account for 39% of employees’ job satisfaction.1 And relationships with management, in
Zone 7 Increases Water Conservation Rebates
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Valerie Pryor Zone 7 Water Agency General Manager Valerie Pryor, 925-454-5000, vpryor@zone7water.comZone 7 Increases Water Conservation Rebate Limits to Help Customers Be Water Efficient LIVERMORE, Calif. (September 7, 2025) – Zone 7 is making it easier than ever before for customers to make their landscapes more water-efficient by significantly increasing the amount available for two of its popular rebate offerings. Effective October 1, 2025, the Water-Efficient Lawn
Community Concerns During Construction of the Delta Conveyance Project
Securing Statewide Water Supplies Part 9: Acknowledging and Addressing Community Concerns During Project Construction and Operations Construction and operation of the Delta Conveyance Project will inevitably impact the local community to varying degrees. Members of the public have asked honest and fair questions about how the project could affect their day-to-day lives. To provide a transparent and simplified description of potential project effects, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) has put
Local Teen to Represent Pleasanton in National Pizza Competition
Local Teen to Represent Pleasanton in National Pizza Competition - Let's Support Her! As proud members of the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce, we’re excited to share some wonderful news with our community. Our daughter, Zoe, just 15 years old, has the opportunity to compete this November in the Young Pizza Makers Contest at the Pizza Tomorrow Summit in Orlando, Florida. This national event shines a spotlight on the next generation of pizzaioli, and Zoe will proudly represent both our family-owned pizzeria,
These Are Key Investments New Business Owners Should Consider for Lasting Success
Starting a business is a major milestone — but long-term success requires smart early investments. The right choices set the foundation for credibility, resilience, and growth. 1. Building Your Financial Base Separating personal and business finances is essential. Opening a dedicated business bank account improves credibility, makes bookkeeping simpler, and prepares you for future funding. Many founders also invest early in accounting software and reliable bookkeeping support to avoid costly errors
Local Artist Paints a Nostalgic Mural in Pleasanton's Newly Famous Sandwich Market!
It's obvious that you are more than a customer at The Olive Market. When you walk in, its an opportunity to connect, smile, and build your network organically. Yes--all at a local sandwich spot. Full of vibrant goods, known to have the best sandwiches in the area and friendly Staff-- just upgraded their wall with a colorful, nostalgic mural. A friendly check-out turned into a commissioned project. The impressionistic Mediterranean landscape honors the roots of The Olive Market-- a visual tribute to
Photographer Nina Pomeroy Launches A Portrait & Storytelling Project Honoring Women's Voices
Photographer Nina Pomeroy Launches Her Words, Her Light — A Portrait and Storytelling Project Honoring Women’s VoicesPleasanton, CA – September 5, 2025 — Professional photographer Nina Pomeroy today announced the launch of Her Words, Her Light, a new portrait and storytelling project dedicated to amplifying women’s voices through authentic imagery and honest conversation. The project combines documentary-style portraiture with unscripted interviews, creating an archive of women’s stories that reflect
How AI Is Redefining the Soul of Small Business
As artificial intelligence moves from Silicon Valley sandbox to Main Street storefront, the implications are landing fast and sometimes sideways. Small businesses, long dependent on grit and close relationships, now face an inflection point they didn’t exactly ask for. What once required a team or a time-consuming spreadsheet can now be handled by an algorithm humming along in the background. But this isn’t just about convenience—it’s about reshaping the emotional and operational DNA of how local
Employee Prescription Optimization Program
EMPLOYEE PRESCRIPTION OPTIMIZATION PROGRAMReduce Prescription Costs Without Compromising CareWhat We Do: We help employers reduce healthcare spending by ensuring employees are prescribed lower-cost, clinically equivalent medications—without sacrificing treatment quality. Our experienced pharmacist reviews employee medication regimens to identify opportunities to switch from high-cost Tier 3/4 drugs to more affordable Tier 1 or Tier 2
Zone 7 Expresses Support for Streamlined Delta Conveyance Project Approvals
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Zone 7 Water Agency General Manager Valerie Pryor, (925) 454-5000 | vpryor@zone7water.comZone 7 Expresses Support for Streamlined Delta Conveyance Project ApprovalsGeneral Manager provides statement in response to Governor Newsom’s proposal LIVERMORE, Calif. (May 14, 2025) – Zone 7 Water Agency is providing public support in response to Governor Newsom’s proposed suite of actions to streamline the process for the Delta Conveyance Project, expected to remove barriers to
Zone 7 Celebrates Second PFAS Treatment Plant
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Zone 7 Water Communications Specialist Alexandra Bradley, 925-453-1028, abradley@zone7water.comZone 7 Celebrates Groundwater Awareness Week with the Upcoming Completion of its Second PFAS Treatment Plant LIVERMORE, Calif. (March 7, 2025) – Zone 7 Water Agency (Zone 7) continues to strategically invest in groundwater treatment infrastructure to ensure the Tri-Valley’s drinking water remains safe from per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as “forever
Digital Networking Mastery: Standing Out in a Sea of LinkedIn Connections
Digital Networking Mastery:Standing Out in a Sea of LinkedIn ConnectionsIn a world where everyone is connected online, true digital networking mastery isn't about having the most connections—it's about creating meaningful engagement in the digital space.This is the second article in a series on the Power of Networking and How to Grow Your NetworkHere's what the article covers:The Digital Networking Revolution – Master the art of digital networking.The Digital Relationship Pyramid – Understand the hierarchy,
The Network Effect: How One Connection Can Multiply Into a Thousand Opportunities
The Network Effect: How One Connection Can Multiply Into a Thousand Opportunities In the world of professional success, it's not just what you know - it's who you know, and more importantly, how your network grows exponentially through each meaningful connection. This is the first article in a series on the Power of Networking and How to Grow Your Network Here's what the article covers:The Mathematics of Network Magic – Discover how connections multiply opportunities.Why Networks Matter More
