About

Who We Are

The Los Alamitos Chamber of Commerce is a vibrant network of businesses, merchants, and organizations based in and around Los Alamitos, California.

Our mission is simple: to champion local businesses, foster growth, and enhance our community’s quality of life.

From ribbon cuttings and community events to mixers and recognition ceremonies, we help spotlight and support our members every step of the way.

Why The Chamber

As the saying goes, “Chambers do the things most people think just happen.” That’s exactly what we’re here for—making a real impact behind the scenes.

The Los Alamitos Chamber strengthens our local economy by connecting businesses, creating jobs, and driving growth. We help build a stronger, more vibrant community.

Through tailored programs, strategic support, and key initiatives, we empower businesses to succeed while leading meaningful change for our city.

Now is the perfect time to join the Chamber and be part of something bigger.

Meet The Board

Richie Barnes

Richie Barnes

Chairman of the Board

Farmers & Merchants Bank

Meryl Cohn

Meryl Cohn

Vice Chairman of the Board

WaterSafe Swim School

Kristin DiMiceli

Kristin DiMiceli

Vice Chairman of the Board

Garage Pilates

Mike Prencavage Jr.

Mike Prencavage Jr.

Vice Chairman of Budget & Finance

The Family Plumber

Christine Dieu

Christine Dieu

Vice Chairman of Budget & Finance

Courtyard By Marriott

Kawain “Coco” Payne

Kawain “Coco” Payne

Vice Chair, Correspondences

Alamitos Oral Surgery

Dr. Andrew Pulver

Dr. Andrew Pulver

Past Chairman of the Board

Los Alamitos Unified School District

Susan Morales

Susan Morales

Past Chairman of the Board

UCI Health-Los Alamitos

Dave Boyer

Dave Boyer

Director

Boyer Wealth

David Crespo

David Crespo

Director

Crespo Insurance Services

Jenna Garikian

Jenna Garikian

Director

Universal Waste Management

Deanny Lungu

Deanny Lungu

Director

Lungu Law Group

John Pettus

John Pettus

Director

CIU Networks

Jennifer Ramirez

Jennifer Ramirez

Director

Casa Youth Shelter

Fred Schroeffel

Fred Schroeffel

Director

Homewood Suite by Hilton

Nesi Stewart

Nesi Stewart

Director

Printmasters

Meet The Board

Dr. Andrew Pulver

Dr. Andrew Pulver

Co-Chairman of the Board

Los Alamitos Unified School District

Susan Morales

Susan Morales

Co-Chairman of the Board

Los Alamitos Medical Center

John Pettus

John Pettus

Vice Chair, Economic Development

CIU Networks

Kawain “Coco” Payne

Kawain “Coco” Payne

Vice Chair, Community Development

Alamitos Oral Surgery

Marissa Rabaja

Director, Finance & Budget

Sea Air Federal Credit Union

Meryl Cohn

Meryl Cohn

Former Co-Chair

WaterSafe Swim School

Kristin DiMicelli

Kristin DiMicelli

Former Co-Chair

Garage Pilates

Jenna Garikian

Jenna Garikian

Director

Universal Waste Systems

Nesi Stewart

Nesi Stewart

Director

Printmasters

Richie Barnes

Richie Barnes

Director

Farmers & Merchants Bank

Dave Boyer

Dave Boyer

Director

Boyer Wealth

Lisa Patino

Lisa Patino

Director

Motivated by Lisa

David Crespo

Director

Crespo Insurance Services

Staff

Toni Hauger

Toni Hauger

Chamber Office Administrator