CSBA Awardee-Van Tran

On May 2nd , I was honored as Small Business Honoree for
Assembly District # 68 by Assembly Member Van Tran for the 2007 California Small Business Day http://www.csba.com/home/ in Sacramento. What a delightful experience!

The California Assembly passed a resolution in 2000 to honor small business. This is an all day event with over 200 people meet with the legislative leadership and business honorees. Over 70 legislators attended !.. Governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger was our keynote speaker.



On Tuesday, May 1st I was invited by one of my good friends from the Sacramento, Hispanic Chamber to attend the Legislative Reception at the State Capital.

Several Board members were recognized during the reception. The lady in the pink, Nancy Zarenda was invited to have dinner with President Bush during a Cinco De Mayo Event.

Here is my dear friend, Diana Borroel, CEO/President of the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber. She was so sweet to recognize me among the Sacramento members that attended the legislative reception.

This is the Press Released that was sent out and published on the California Chronicle,

VAN TRAN
Assemblyman, 68th District

California Legislature, State Capitol, Sacramento, CA 95814 (916) 319-2068 FAX (916) 319-2168
News Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 3, 2007

CONTACT
Dave Everett, (951) 233-7804

ASSEMBLYMAN VAN TRAN HONORS HEAVEN SENT JEWELRY
AS THE 2007 SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
Recognition for Outstanding Spirit of Entrepreneurship and Community Involvement

SACRAMENTO – Assemblyman Van Tran, R- Costa Mesa, today honored Heaven Sent Jewelry as the Small Business of the Year for the 68th Assembly District at an annual ceremony hosted by the California Small Business Association.

"Since 2003, our state's economy has made fantastic progress: revenues are up $20 Billion, we've added 636,000 new jobs and personal income is growing at an annual rate of 6 percent. Our economy is roaring and the best action we can take to keep it going is to support our small businesses and our small business owners, like my 2007 Small Business Day Nominee - Addy Perez-Mau, Founder and Designer of Heaven Sent Jewelry" said Assemblyman Tran.

Addy Perez-Mau, Founder/Designer of Heaven Sent Jewelry truly reflects the entrepreneur spirit and drive. While the business specializes in hand-crafted jewelry, Addy has another specialty of her own: community service and involvement. For that reason Heaven Sent Jewelry has earned recognition and various awards from the business community, and recognition from local, state and regional politicians. Addy's strategic plan involves the community, fellow business owners and her family.

"As I went through my entrepreneurship journey, all my time that was dedicated with leadership, donations, networking, volunteering, forming partnerships, assisting other entrepreneurs set a platform for my family and my business. Now I can see that all the hard work is being recognized by many" said Addy. She added, "The entrepreneurship road is not an easy one. As entrepreneurs, sometimes all we have is a vision of what will be. We learn to fight for what we believe in, struggle day in and day out, keeping the spirits up while we sacrifice time from our loved ones and devote to our dreams."

Addy Perez-Mau was recognized today by Assemblyman Van Tran at a special awards luncheon, along with other honorees from throughout the state. The Small Business of the Year event is an annual celebration to recognize small businesses in California that are improving the economy and making a difference in their communities.

Assemblymember Van Tran, R-Costa Mesa, represents the 68th Assembly District in the California Legislature, which includes the cities of Westminster, Stanton, Garden Grove, Santa Ana, Anaheim, Costa Mesa, and Newport Beach.

After the awards, Van Tran invited us for a special certificate.

"California State Assembly Certificate of Recognition Presented to Addy Perez-Mau Heaven Sent Jewelry in Honor of

"Over 24 years of service to the business community, and and commitment unmatched by others.

Stay tuned as Addy's drives away in the Addy mobile with sparkle and bling.

Estrella Awards

Each year the O.C. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce celebrates the Estrella/Star awards in April. www.hcoc.org . The above picture are very dear friends of mine. Each has played a major role in my business. Janet Cronick, (NLBWA Past President and Ultimate Gifts CEO www.ugpromo.com, Joel Ayala (CA Hispanic Chamber of Commerce President/CEO and former CEO of OC Chamber) , Sylvia Gutierrez-Business Development Specialist from the SBA Office and Sallie Salinas from IWE (Institute of Women) Entrepreneurs www.iweoc.org .


In 2004 while serving as the Ambassador Chair, I told myself that I would be the Small Business of the year next year. During the summer, I practised my acceptance speech. In 2005, I was honored as the Small Business of the Year after being in business 15 months! I strategically aligned myself with the chamber that has ties with both state and national level. My leadership, creativity and using my technology to assist the chamber played a major role.

To the left, are two very special people whom work for the chamber, Diana Oranlez and Viola Myre. They have always been so supportive as friends and as clients.

To the right is Francis , from Para Todos Magazine. He a young talented man with his own business. He's always working so diligently capturing the best shots of the events.

Life is full of fun when you center yourself with people with the same vision and passion. I must say this event was so much fun. It reminded me of being in high school. Laughing, giggling and enjoying life with friends you care about.

Stay tuned as Addy's drives away in the Addy mobile with sparkle and bling.

Like Mother like Son

Here's my little guy receiving his first award !...






His pre-school had a wheel- a-thon fundraiser. It was the cutest thing...seeing these little children from the ages of 4 to 5 riding their bikes round, round and a round their school. So much energy, delight and fun as the little bicycles sped off.

As parents, we sometimes repeat ourselves so many times and wonder if our children really are listening. A week prior to the race, my son told my daughter... "Don't you know, I have to practise so I can receive my award!"

I now think that my children recognize that everything takes time, effort and lot's of devotion. The most important lesson is to have fun in the process.

Both my children take after me and my husband. My husband has received numerous recognition from his employer. Although, he's not one to tell anyone. As the mother, I think it's important to teach our children what the outcome results when we focus and do not give up.

It's never to late to DREAM and enjoy the journey!....

Stay tuned as Addy's drives away in the Addy mobile with sparkle and bling.