Incorporated on March 20th, 1947, the Atwater Village Chamber of Commerce is one of the oldest and most enduring volunteer community groups in Atwater Village. The Chamber is a 501 (c) 6 non-profit organization, and for over 73 years, we have been promoting the civic and economic wellbeing of our community. Today, the Chamber continues this vital endeavor through our neighborhood events and advocacy efforts. At its heart, we are a group of small business people dedicated to creating a positive and successful business environment in Atwater Village.

Mission Statement

“Atwater Village Chamber of Commerce is organized to advance the general welfare and prosperity of the Atwater Village area so that its citizens and business community shall prosper. All necessary means of promotion shall be provided and particular attention and emphasis shall be given to the economic and civic interests of the area.” - Articles of Incorporation, 1947

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2020-2021

Luis Lopez – Executive Director

Luis owns and operates an automotive shop on Fletcher Drive, Luis Lopez Automotive. He grew up working on cars and started working with his father full-time in 1995, shortly after college. Luis is a ASE Certified mechanic and have over 25 years of automotive industry experience. He is also a member of several automotive trade groups, including the Automotive Service Councils of California and the Automotive Service Association.

In addition to fixing cars, Luis also enjoys working on community issues. He is a long-time community volunteer, has deep roots in Atwater's small business community, and is active in local civic life. He has served as a board member of the Atwater Village Chamber of Commerce since 2003 and now serve as its' Executive Director. He also serve on the board of a local non-profit group, Friends of Atwater Village, and am a co-author of a history book on Atwater Village.

Luis can be reached at luis@lopezautomotive.com, for more information about Luis’s business go to www.lopezautomotive.com.

Andy Hasroun – President

Amir “Andy” Hasroun is the creator, owner, and operator Link N Hops. Andy has been serving Atwater Village community since 1997, both as a small business owner and civic leader. He also owns and operates the commercial retail building at 3111 Glendale Blvd.

Andy can be reached at ahasroun@gmail.com, for more information about Andy’s business go to www.linknhops.com

VACANT – Vice President

Patricia Aleman – Treasurer

Patricia Aleman is Atwater’s local State Farm insurance agent. Her agency offers a wide selection of insurance products and financial services. In addition to her professional work Patricia is also an active community volunteer. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Optimist Youth Home for at risk children in Highland Park and for the Glendale Kiwanis, which host many fundraisers for local community nonprofit groups. More locally Patricia also serves as Treasure for Atwater Village Chamber of Commerce and can often be counted on to sponsor many local events, such as the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.

Patricia can be reached at patricia.aleman.p2u5@statefarm.com, for more information about Patricia’s business go to www.alemaninsurance.net.