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Biography of James "Jamie" Cordaro
In 1976 Jamie went to Lincoln Technical Institute for Air Conditioning (AC), Refrigeration and Heating Systems in Union, NJ.
In 1980 Jamie was in business back in Honesdale, PA doing Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Electrical installation and repair. Jamie was a member of the local Jaycees where he donated numerous hours to several non-profit organizations.
In 1985, Jamie left Honesdale PA and moved to California, where he worked for an Electrical Contractor and lived in Burbank. In 1986, he moved to Van Nuys where he still resides.
In 1989, Jamie opened his own Electrical Contracting business. He runs a very successful business known as All Phase Electrical Systems. Jamie is a licensed Electrical Contractor and Certified with the State of California, Division of Apprentice Standards as a General Journeyman Electrician".
Below is a partial list of a few of the organizations that he has been associated with over the years:
- President of A. P. Electrical Systems Inc. C-10 Electrical Contractor #527104
- Certified with the State of California, Division of Apprentice Standards as a General Journeyman Electrician.
- Member of the Mid Valley YMCA and on the Board of Directors.
- Current member of the Independent Electrical Contractors of Southern California, President for 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 & 2010.
- Sherman Oaks Chamber of Commerce and Past President 1999.
- Mid Valley Chamber of Commerce (Past member).
- North Hollywood Chamber of Commerce (Past member).
- Encino Chamber of Commerce (Past member).
- Woodland Hills Chamber of Commerce (Past member).
- Current Board of Director of Delano Park Advisory Board for Delano Park in Van Nuys.
- United States Chamber of Commerce (Past member).
- Van Nuys Rotary Past President 2001-2002 of which I started a program that recognizes students at 3 local high schools and two- (2) centers for the mentally challenged. Rotary honors a male and a female for their achievements, as well volunteerism, and gives them a $50.00 US saving bond.
- Current member of the Mid-Valley Community Police Council (since 1990).
- Past member National Fire Protection Association, who writes the National Electrical Code. (Past member).
- National Write Your Congressperson (Past member).
- Better Business Bureau (Past member).
- Current member of the Van Nuys Knights of Columbus.
- Knight of Columbus Cardinal McIntire Member 4th degree.
- Building Trades Association (Past member).
- Volunteered for several years in the early 1990's helping remove Graffiti with the Panorama City Graffiti busters and continues to support the group.
- Current member of the Van Nuys Airport Association.
- Industry Expert with the Contractors State License Board for the state of California (in good standings).
- Block Captain for the Neighborhood Watch Program in Van Nuys.
- Police Community Representative (PCR) in RD935 Van Nuys.
- Participated in the LAPD Adult Academy (10-week course).
- Van Nuys Neighborhood Council (VNNC) member Board of Directors (BOD) 2004-2005, 2006-2007, 2008-2009, 2010 to date
- President Emeritus of the Van Nuys Neighborhood Council (VNNC) 2006-2007-2008
- Member of the "New Chamber" San Fernando Valley
Jamie has operated several businesses over the years and managed hundreds of employees. His broad experience for working with others and getting the job done will serve him well once elected to the Los Angeles City Council. Jamie consistently volunteers and works with many non-profit and community groups assisting them with manual labor and fund raising. His core belief is Customer Service and getting the job done with results. Jamie also believes well done is better than well said and actions say much about a person's involvement.
DBA: All Phase Electrical Systems
7738 Densmore Avenue
Van Nuys, CA 910406
Phone: 818 - 787-2737
Fax: 818-908-9714
http://www.LACD6.com
Email: jamie@lacd6.com
http://www.facebook.com/JamieCordaroforLA
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