Universal City North Hollywood Chamber of Commerce

Congressman Howard Berman

Congressman Howard Berman headlined a high-energy networking breakfast June 28. He spoke briefly on many topics, from redistricting, of course, to the federal budget deficit, immigration laws and intellectual property protection. “Much of our $14 trillion deficit came from decisions made a long time ago,” he noted. About extending the federal debt limit, he said, “We’re flirting with disaster when we go up to that deadline and threaten not to increase the debt limit.”

As the center of the entertainment industry, he continued, we in Southern California face a serious problem with the theft of intellectual property via the Internet. As copies of films and music are downloaded, creators often get no compensation.

Diane McCreary thanked the Congressman for his helping in getting funds for improvements at the historic Campo de Cahuenga.

Guy Weddington McCreary, Sponsor	From left: Carson Schreiber, Jo Ellen Krumm, Guy Weddington McCreary, Chamber President Vic Viereck, Congressman Howard Berman, Michelle Gilstrap, and Edo Gabrielyan.

The breakfast sponsor was Weddington Golf and Tennis, 4141 Whitsett Ave., Studio City.

The popular facility features a 9-hole golf course, driving range, and 16 lighted tennis courts. Teaching pros are available.

For information, call 818-761-3250 (golf) or 818-769-5263 (tennis), or visit www.weddingtongolfandtennis.com.

Oleg Bouirner of the Southern California Health Institute, with Vic Viereck	Henry Steenackers and Sandy Benson of The Printing Connection, with Vic Viereck

The Chamber presented plaques to new members The Southern California Health Institute, Office Depot of Studio City, The Printing Connection, Veronica’s Auto Insurance, and St. Peter’s Hospice Care Inc.

For the July 26 breakfast, RSVP and pay early by July 22 and you will save money and get promoted on the Hotsheet. Cost with early RSVP is $20 for members and $25 for not-yet-members. Without the early RSVP, cost is $25 for members and $30 for not-yet-members. RSVP at www.noho.org, by e-mailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or by sending your check and information to our office. Only cash and checks will be accepted at the door.

Tony Hernandez of Veronica’s Auto Insurance, with Vic Viereck	Zaven Pogosyan of St. Peter’s Hospice Care, with Vic Viereck	Evan James and Monica Arzate of Office Depot, with Vic Viereck

You can further promote your business by sponsoring the networking breakfast. Please call the office at 818-508-5155 to reserve months and for costs. In addition, we now have a Hot Sheet Ad Program available for the breakfast to allow you to provide more details on your products and services. Please call the office for reservations and requirements. Ad material must be submitted and paid by the Friday before the breakfast.