SANTA CLARITA, December 6, 2024 — The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce invites local businesses and community members to a critical discussion on retail theft. The event, scheduled for Monday, December 16, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM at Santa Clarita City Hall, Council Chambers, with Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo, Assemblymember Rick Zbur – Chair of the Select Committee on Retail Theft – and a distinguished panel of speakers, including:
- Greg Martayan, Special Advisor to Assemblywoman Schiavo on Retail Theft
- Ivan Volschenk, President/CEO, Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce
- Nancy Hoffman Vanyek, President/CEO, Greater San Fernando Valley Chamber
- David Phelps, Co-Chair Government Affairs, United Chambers of Commerce of the San Fernando Valley.
The conversation will focus on the impact of retail theft on small businesses, strategies to protect local communities, and current initiatives aimed at combating this growing issue. Registration is open at https://a40.asmdc.org/events. The event is free and open to all business and community members.
“The rising concern of retail theft is one that affects not just businesses, but our entire community,” said Becki Robb, Chair of the SCV Chamber Board. “By bringing together key leaders and those directly impacted, we aim to foster meaningful dialogue and drive practical solutions that support our local economy and public safety.”
Share Your Input!
If your business has been affected by retail theft, the SCV Chamber wants to hear from you. Businesses are invited to complete a brief, confidential survey. Responses may be submitted anonymously, and the collective data will be used to inform discussions during the event. Complete the survey today by visiting www.bit.ly/SCVRetailTheft or by visiting the events page on the SCV Chamber website at www.SCVChamber.com.
“This survey is a critical opportunity for businesses to share their experiences and shape the solutions we need to combat retail theft,” said Ivan Volschenk, President/CEO of the SCV Chamber. “We urge every business to complete the survey and make their voice heard. Your insights will pave the way for actionable strategies, and we invite you to join the conversation at our upcoming conversation to collaborate on safeguarding our community.”
ABOUT THE SANTA CLARITA VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The SCV Chamber is the largest business membership organization in the Santa Clarita Valley representing more than 65,000 member employees. The Chamber serves as “The Voice of Business” working as the SCV’s leading business advocacy organization in the third largest city in the County of Los Angeles. Founded in 1923, the Chamber works to advocate for, educate and connect the business community.
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