ALHAMBRA, Calif. — On the morning of May 12, the Los Angeles Chinese Chamber of Commerce officially celebrated its relocation from its longtime home in Chinatown to the City of Alhambra, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s continued growth and community leadership.
The grand opening and relocation ceremony drew more than one hundred distinguished guests, including elected officials, law enforcement leaders, business figures, and community representatives from across Southern California.
Among the prominent attendees were Congresswoman Judy Chu, California Assemblymember Mike Fong, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman, Los Angeles County Assessor Jeffrey Prang, Superior Court Judge Linda Liu Sun, Los Angeles Airport Police Chief Cecil Rambo, LASD Temple Station Captain Jorge Meza, Alhambra Mayor Jeff Maloney, Monterey Park Mayor Henry Lo, San Gabriel Mayor Eric Chan, San Gabriel Councilmember John Wu, South El Monte Mayor Gloria Olmos, renowned attorney Deng Hong, and numerous community leaders and supporters.
During the ceremony, Chamber President Chester Chong delivered a keynote speech reflecting on the organization’s long history and future vision. Chong shared that he joined the Chamber in 1988 and has dedicated 38 years of service to the organization.
Founded in 1898, the Chamber has served the Chinese American community for 128 years and remains one of the oldest and most influential Chinese business organizations in the Greater Los Angeles area.
Chong emphasized that the Chamber’s continued success has been made possible through the support of the community and the unity and dedication of its board members. He also highlighted the Chamber’s role in organizing major cultural events, including the 127th annual Golden Dragon Parade and the 67th annual Miss Chinatown Los Angeles Pageant, both of which have become deeply embedded in Los Angeles cultural traditions.
“The relocation to Alhambra represents a new beginning for our Chamber,” Chong said. “We will continue serving as a bridge between communities, supporting Chinese American businesses, promoting economic and cultural exchange, and preserving Chinese heritage for future generations.”
District Attorney Nathan Hochman praised the Chamber’s longstanding contributions to Los Angeles County and described the organization as an important cultural and civic institution.
“The Golden Dragon Parade and Miss Chinatown events have become part of the cultural fabric of Los Angeles,” Hochman said. “We are fortunate to have leaders like Chester Chong who are deeply committed to serving the community.”
Hochman also presented Chong with an official commendation during the ceremony.
As the Los Angeles Chinese Chamber of Commerce begins operations at its new location in Alhambra, community leaders expressed confidence that the move will provide broader opportunities for growth and expand the Chamber’s influence throughout the San Gabriel Valley and beyond.
The relocation is expected to strengthen the Chamber’s role in regional business development, community engagement, and multicultural cooperation across Southern California.
