Honorees
Gwen Moore Diversity Award
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The American Indian Chamber of Commerce of California was established in 1994. They strive to provide opportunities for networking and support of American Indian business people in California. They provide a mentor's environment for those individuals beginning new endeavors and establish a vehicle for education, networking and growth opportunities. They aim to:
1. Preserve the competitive free enterprise system by creating:
a. A better understanding and appreciation of the importance of American Indian businesses, and a concern for their problems
b. Prevent controversies, which are detrimental to expansion and growth of the American Indian business community
2. Promote business and community growth and development by:
a. promoting economic programs designed to strengthen and expand the income potential of American Indian business within the State of California;
b. promoting programs of a civic, social and cultural nature which are designed to increase the functional and aesthetic values of the American Indian community; and
c. discovering and correcting abuses which prevents the promotion of business expansion and community growth for California’s Indian reservations.
3. Establish a cultural, economic, and social center to foster the growth and development of the American Indian communities in California as well as such other communities, which have an interest in the activities of the Chamber.
Clean Energy Champion
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Setton Pistachio of Terra Bella, Inc. is committed to the same passion for pistachios that started nearly 50 years ago. Located in the heart of the San Joaquin valley in California’s Central Valley, Setton Pistachio of Terra Bella, Inc. is one of America’s largest pistachio growers and processors. As a vertically integrated pistachio company, Setton is focused on every step of the process, ensuring the top quality and value of our family’s pistachios.
Their main processing and production facility is located in Terra Bella, California, on a 80-acre site. The plant operates year-round, 24 hours a day. In addition to the main Terra Bella facility, they operate a satellite facility just 7 miles away on a 20 acre site. Between the two facilities, they can process, store, package and ship more than 125 million pounds of pistachios annually, with room for further expansion. We employ over 300,000 square feet of packaging and production space and offer a full range of pistachio manufacturing and processing capabilities.
Setton is able to deliver their wholesome and nutritious pistachios to customers globally through their national and international distribution networks. Their #1 priority is to treat its customers right. They believe that producing the highest quality products and building relationships with its customers will win the taste buds of consumers and keep them coming back.
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Community Partnership
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The College of the Sequoias (COS) Foundation is an independent nonprofit organization led by volunteer community members. It exists to exclusively benefit the College of the Sequoias and our students.
Foundation volunteers and staff cultivate and direct community resources to COS in the areas that matter most to the communities for which COS serves. Gifts generally come from direct cash gifts, special events, and planned gifts. Some recent uses of raised funds include student scholarships, educational equipment purchases, and capital improvements.
Community Impact
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Before any towns existed within Kings County, a handful of pioneers called it home.
The Landmark tree, a huge sycamore located on Lacey Boulevard near Avenue 18-3/4, stood as a beacon to guide early settlers over the otherwise barren valley floor. Cattlemen and gold miners initially settled along the Kings river; and farmers, storekeepers and oilmen later followed.
In 1877, the tracks of the Southern Pacific Railroad brought additional growth and new arrivals from around the world. In 1893, local voters approved the formation of a new county when a portion of Northern Tulare county was divided to form Kings County.
Today, Kings County combines its relation with it's colorful past history with a optimistic and enthusiastic vision for it's future.