I call myself a “kindness instigator.” But I’m getting ahead of myself. My name is Gabriella van Rij and I am a speaker, author, and activist for kindness. An activist is a person who campaigns for some kind of social change. Through my life experiences—first being adopted from Pakistan into a Dutch family, and then growing up in a culture where I was
Every year, the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce acknowledges business excellence by awarding local businesses the Golden Palm Awards. As a winner, you not only will be promoted through the Chamber’s communication channels and at the Awards Gala, but you will have a most unique opportunity to let your customers, friends and the world know that your business is so amazing that Beverly
On Thursday, October 6, 2016, the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce held our signature event, An Evening With The Mayor. We were joined by over 300 of our members, esteemed guests, and local colleagues as Mayor John Mirisch delivered the annual State of the City Address. The event took place at the iconic Greystone Mansion overlooking the city at sunset. The evening began at 5 pm with
This past Thursday, September 29th, the Chamber welcomed Dr. Daniel Barrett and his practice at their first ribbon cutting in their new Beverly Hills location. Dr. Barrett was kind enough to host an open house at his new office located on 9735 Wilshire Blvd. Ste 216. Barrett Plastic Surgery's practice philosophy focuses heavily on natural form and beauty. Dr. Barrett incorporates diet and skin
Approximately 15 years ago California became the first state to provide paid time off to workers to care for a new child or ailing family member. The law, which is funded by required worker contributions, provides for up to 6 weeks of wage replacement in connection with certain qualifying events, which events include the temporary disability of an individual worker, caring for certain