As the California Chamber of Commerce (CalChamber) celebrates over 130 years of supporting businesses across the state, one partnership stands as a testament to the enduring value of membership. Teichert, a construction company operating in California since 1887, proudly holds the distinction of being CalChamber's first 100-Year Member.
"We're really proud to be the first 100-year member. That was awesome. We were proud to be one of three, but finding out we were the first was even better," says Judson Riggs, Teichert CEO, with evident pride in the company's long-standing relationship with CalChamber.
Over the years, Teichert has grown into a diverse mix of businesses, most notably Teichert Construction and Teichert Materials. With generations of employees contributing to its success, this family-owned, heavy civil contractor has built roads, highways, and pipelines throughout California's development.
"In many ways, Teichert is the story of the growth of California," explains Riggs. "Teichert is a family-owned, heavy civil contractor. We build roads, highways, and pipelines. We have second and third-generation employees working here. We have people who come and spend their whole career here.”
This success hasn't happened by accident. With a commitment to their family of employees, high quality of work, strong customer satisfaction, and giving back to the community, Teichert continues to flourish in the 21st century and beyond. Their guiding principle? "We really believe in practicing the golden rule for people who live here," Riggs shares.
When asked about the value of CalChamber membership, Riggs doesn't hesitate: "CalChamber is a dedicated and effective business advocate. In our ferociously competitive business space, CalChamber's resources and advocacy make a difference in the unbelievable variety of things that, in a lot of ways, are barriers to business success in the state of California."
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By MONICA VANOVER on MAY 14, 2025
CalChamber Members Unlock a World of Resources
CalChamber has been championing businesses for over a century, providing invaluable tools like HR California, compliance solutions, and advocacy needed to thrive in California's dynamic economy. As Jennifer Barrera, CalChamber President & CEO, explains, "CalChamber is a partner for our members. We partner with California businesses to try to make their job of complying with California's complex labor and employment laws a little bit easier. We also advocate on behalf of their interests in the California legislature to make sure that laws that are being considered have our members' interests in mind so that if passed, our members can continue to thrive."
Whether you're a small startup or a large corporation, CalChamber provides the tools and expertise necessary to navigate California's complex legal and regulatory landscape. As a CalChamber member, you gain access to valuable resources on the exclusive members-only website, HRCalifornia.com, featuring expert guidance on employment laws and regulations, empowering you to navigate compliance with confidence. HRCalifornia offers preferred members the support needed to succeed:
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Teichert, a construction company operating in California since 1887, proudly holds the distinction of being CalChamber's first 100-Year Member.
CalChamber membership extends beyond compliance resources, offering significant cost-saving opportunities through exclusive Perks & Discounts, providing members over $3,000 in available savings on well-known products and services. Become a CalChamber Member to save on items you may use every day:
A Comprehensive Solution
The actual value of CalChamber membership lies in its comprehensive approach to supporting California businesses. CalChamber offers three tiers of compliance memberships—Online, Preferred, and Enterprise—each tailored to meet specific business needs. The Enterprise membership is designed as an all-in-one HR solution, providing exclusive tax and legal services, training and compliance assets, and professional development through seminars and webinars.
For advocacy members, participation in policy committees provides input on recommendations in areas like healthcare, taxation, and chemical regulations, creating an advocacy ROI of more than $3,000 per California employee annually.
As Judson Riggs of Teichert acknowledges, in a "ferociously competitive business space, CalChamber's resources and advocacy make a difference" by addressing the "unbelievable variety of things that, in a lot of ways, are barriers to business success in the state of California."
Joining CalChamber also has intangible benefits. Membership fosters community engagement, which builds goodwill by supporting local initiatives and programs. Enhancing employee skills through training, certifications, and workshops also leads to better business performance and professional development.
A CalChamber Membership Is an Investment in Success
CalChamber membership represents an investment in your business's success and compliance confidence. With resources tailored to businesses of all sizes, expert guidance on complex regulatory matters, and significant cost savings through exclusive perks, CalChamber continues its century-long tradition of supporting California employers through ever-changing business landscapes.
The Importance of Compliance in Evolving Work Dynamics
In today's rapidly changing work environment, maintaining compliance has never been more critical. Navigating California labor and employment laws can be challenging. CalChamber offers comprehensive support to help businesses stay compliant, from mandatory workplace postings to specialized training, covering what you need to comply with the law. CalChamber continues to be the state's premier provider of employment law compliance services, products, and training, serving as a trusted resource for employment law compliance.
CalChamber's compliance resources include mandatory state and federal employment law posters that reflect the latest updates. For 2025, these include California's minimum wage notice (displaying the 2025 rate $16.50 per hour effective January 1, 2025), Family Care and Medical Leave notices, and workplace discrimination and harassment notices. Every California business must post 18 employment notices to ensure employees are aware of their workplace rights. CalChamber makes compliance easy with their all-in-one poster solution that unfolds and hangs with minimal effort. CalChamber also provides Wage Order posters so employers can easily display the Wage Order poster that is applicable to their business.
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* Preferred and higher Members enjoy 20% off CalChamber compliance products and online training.
“Membership is an affordable solution, particularly for smaller businesses whose HR issues and needs for assistance are of a more episodic nature, and where retaining private counsel could be expensive,” says Michelle Miller, HR Manager, Project Hired, Preferred Member Since 1996.
Members also gain access to CalChamber newsletters, legislative updates, and compliance resources, which helps members stay informed about California's ever-changing employment laws—a crucial step for business success. CalChamber membership provides these timely updates through multiple channels. CalChamber offers free specialized newsletters that keep members informed about the latest labor laws and legislative developments. These include biweekly eNewsletters filled with reports on the latest labor laws and their potential impact on businesses, along with special reports on important legislative changes. For companies like Teichert that have operated through decades of regulatory changes, these updates are invaluable.
"CalChamber is the most important business partner we have. When employment rules change in California, the state doesn't notify us. CalChamber does," Kat Lotz, CFO, Jewel Box Platinum, Inc., Preferred Member Since 2001.
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As legal obligations continue to evolve, CalChamber remains a steadfast partner in helping businesses navigate compliance challenges. CalChamber's legacy as California's largest, most respected, and most influential advocacy and compliance organization stems from a remarkable combination of members and staff. Member companies like Teichert provide jobs and benefits for hundreds of thousands of California workers while fueling the economy and creating innovative solutions. From helping businesses understand complex regulations to providing webinars on compliance topics, CalChamber consistently offers resources to help businesses navigate regulatory challenges.
The story of Teichert—a company that has flourished for over a century with CalChamber's support— demonstrates the tangible value of membership. As Judson Riggs puts it, CalChamber serves as "a good partner on behalf of businesses" in navigating California's complex business environment.
Join the thousands of California businesses that rely on CalChamber to navigate complex employment laws, stay informed about legislative changes, and access the tools needed to succeed in California's unique business environment.
