Livermore, CA – The Livermore Valley Chamber of Commerce has had a busy 2017, launching new initiatives and introducing new themes for its Wine Country Luncheon Series.

Brendan Finley, chairman of the board of directors, announced during its first agricultural themed July luncheon, the launch of a new LVCC website and the theme of its August luncheon. “We are excited to introduce new programs and tools that increase opportunities to showcase our members and LVCC and that strengthens the economic viability in this region,” said Finley.

Incorporating its new twitter hashtag, LVCC is hosting the first annual #LivValBiz Awards luncheon on August 24 at Concannon Vineyard. Roberta Gonzales, KPIX 5 Weather Anchor, will emcee the program. Nominations are open to recognize LVCC member businesses and organizations in six categories – Best in Hospitality Award; Manufacturer of the Year; Dream Big Small Business Award; Emerging New Business of the Year; Economic Development Award; and LVCC Achievement “Awesomeness Award”. The deadline for nominations was Friday August 11.

Finley also demonstrated the new LVCC website www.livermorechamber.org during the luncheon. New graphics introduce visitors access to a user-friendly and mobile device responsive site; interactive maps that identify member locations; interactive calendar of events and member articles on the home page.

The popular LVCC monthly luncheon May-September series is set at various venues throughout the beautiful Livermore Valley wine region. On September 21, the State of the State with State Senator Steven Glazer and Assembly Member Catharine Baker will be hosted at Wente Vineyard.

For information and to make reservation for the luncheons visit www.livermorechamber.org or call 925-447-1606. Luncheon tickets are $48 for LVCC members and their guests and $58 for “not-yet” LVCC members.

The Livermore Valley Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization representing more than 600 businesses and organizations. Its mission is to enhance the business environment and quality of life in the Livermore Valley through innovation, leadership, visionary programs and powerful connections.