MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT: JEFF'S BRIEF

Jeffrey Landreth, PE, President

Happy New Year!

Best wishes to all as we begin this new year! Despite a tough economy there are some people who seem to be doing great. . . what is their secret? I think it is innovation. The ASHRAE SoCal Chapter has also been working hard to adapt and innovate. And as the first half my term as President has just passed, I am happy to report that our Chapter is on track with our goals for the year! Here are a few of the great things we have accomplished so far:

• We have put a huge effort forward in developing our Young Engineers in ASHRAE. WE have had monthly Happy Hours and a Tour of the UCLA Central Plant.
• We added a Fall Seminar this year. (Typically we only have a Spring Seminar).
• We executed our first live webinar providing PDHs and LEED CMP Credits.
• We have developed a great set of programs and speakers for the year! With three ASHRAE DLs.
• We have moved to all electronic newsletters, roster and ballots saving costs.
• We have cut our chapter expenses by nearly $15,000.
• We have acquired a credit card machine to allow for onsite payments at all of our events.
• We have achieved 30% of our annual goal for Research Promotion.

Thank you so much to the board, committee members, past presidents, volunteers and sponsors who have made all of this possible!

A few things to look forward to in the New Year!

• Great monthly programs and speakers!
• More YEA Events
• Participation in National Engineers Week (E-Week).
• Spring Seminar
• Spring Golf Tournament
• Student Night in May (Will also be awarding Scholarships)
• Meeting Sponsorship Opportunities.

Quick Announcements:

January Meeting (Taix Restaurant)
I highly recommend attendance! Our program on Load Based Optimization by Scot Duncan is a great example of innovative ideas and services that save energy, money and can keep our industry busy through the new year!

December Joint Meeting (ERC Downey)
Thanks to everyone who attended! Great showing by our past presidents, thanks for your continued support! And a big thank you to all of our table top sponsors!

Volunteers Needed for Student Activities!

• Host a high school level student event or tour at your work place! (Feb 2012)
• Speak to students about the HVAC&R Industry!
• Speak to the Cal Poly SLO Chapter!
• Provide job interviews for college Students!

For more inforamtion contact Christine at christine.cloutier@hdrinc.com

Society Winter Meeting
ASHRAE Society Winter Meeting is just around the corner Jan 21-25. If you would like to know who else is going from our Chapter please contact me and I will put everyone on a list. We will also let you know about any special events that might be happening to help make the most of your trip.

Happy New Year!
Jeffrey Landreth, PE
President - ASHRAE SoCal Chapter