Unanimous Decision

LOS GATOS - In late 2022, Unite Strategies took on a client that owned an existing quick service restaurant (QSR) in Los Gatos and was looking to add a drive-through window. This was especially necessary to the owners to keep their business open during a difficult time with the Covid-19 shut down beginning in 2020 and not have to un-employ their loyal staff. Historically drive through windows on average can account for 60% to 70% of their business. Customers like the convenience of drive-through windows not just with QSRs but they can be found at such retailers as Walgreens, Starbucks and bank atm machines.

A drive through window had not been given permission to open and operate in Los Gatos since the 1980s!  Unite Strategies worked hard for their client and after several discussions with the Commissioners of the Los Gatos Planning Department their client won their application to build and open a drive-though window with a unanimous vote.  Now families with children and folks with physical challenges can easily find a warm meal without leaving their car.

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Unanimous Decision for Drive Thru

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SAN JOSE - With a unanimous vote inside City Hall, history and hope converged at the San Jose Planning Commission meeting. A decades-old dream took a major leap forward thanks to the efforts of Lobbying/Consulting firm Unite Strategies LLC, a new chapter begins for one of San Jose's most beloved, family-run establishments:  the addition of a drive-thru to their ionic fast food restaurant was officially approved.

This April 22nd victory isn't just about convenience ~ it's about recognition. It's about a minority-owned, woman-founded business, born from the grit and heart of a mother in 1982, now poised to serve the next generation with greater accessibility.

Now with drive-thru access, families with small children and individuals with mobility challenges will finally have the ease and flexibility they have long deserved such as  places like Starbucks, Walgreens and Bank of America atm machines have offered for decades.

Unite Strategies LLC led the charge navigating policy, advocating with purpose, and amplifying a powerful story of resilience and community contribution. The unanimous support from San Jose Planning Commission affirms what the San Jose community has long known:

•     This business matters
•     Its roots run deep
•     Its future just got brighter

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Digital Innovation

 

SAN JOSE - Sean Kali-rai and Eddie Truong of Unite Strategies, LLC are thrilled to announce a significant milestone for our client Orange Barrel Media, a pioneer in smart city technology, with in a unanimous 11-0 vote in favor. The San Jose City Council on Tuesday approved OBM’s digital signage initiative in downtown San Jose.

After successfully winning a city-issued Request for Proposals (RFP) twice, OBM can now move forward with implementing four digital signage locations in the downtown core on city owned property—marking a transformative step in enhancing the city's urban experience.

We extend our sincere gratitude to San Jose city staff, the Mayor and District 3 Council Office, and Interim Councilmember Carl Salas for their support, dedication and collaboration in bringing this project to fruition. Their hard work and commitment to the city's progress have been invaluable. Our team would also like to thank Alex Stettinsky-CEO San Jose Downtown Association, Leah Toeniskoetter-CEO San Jose Chamber of Commerce and Rob Lindo-VP Director Casino M8trix and Secretary San Jose Museum of Modern Art Board of Trustees for their support and commitment to this exciting project. We look forward to seeing OBM’s innovative signage enrich the vibrancy of downtown San Jose.

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AAPI Business Advocacy

 

Leader in Business Advocacy:

Sean Kali-rai, with his wealth of knowledge of economics and public policy, engaged in various challenging issues including assisting family-owned and minority-operated fast-food franchisees. Additionally, his tenure as Finance Director for the BART to San José, Measure A campaign in 2000, underscores his ability to drive significant civic projects.

Sean is our 2024 AAPI Leader in Business Advocacy.

California Assemblymember Ash Kalra, District 25.

VIDEO: Assem. Ash Kalra Introduces Sean Kali-rai, AAPI Leader in Business Advocacy

VIDEO: Sean-Kali-rai Acceptance Speech, AAPI Leader in Business Advocacy.

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Responsible Building Ordinance - San Jose

 

On January 23, 2024, the San Jose City Council convened to discuss the Responsible Building Ordinance. Eddie Truong, Partner at UNITE Strategies, eloquently represented the interests of NAIOP-Silicon Valley as he addressed the Mayor and City Council. Notably, Council member Dev Davis of District 6 demonstrated leadership by crafting a thoughtful compromise memo for inclusion in the final policy deliberations, see below:

Council voted in favor 11-0

    Limit the basis for violation to an unpaid wage theft judgment to employees and contractors who are working on the San Jose permitted project that is the subject of the certificate of occupancy.

    Limit the unpaid final wage theft judgements to final judgements that can be confirmed by the contractor through the California Labor Commissioner's portal.

    Exempt from the regulation projects that are subject to prevailing wage and under state law and projects that are under 10,000 sq. ft.

VIDEO: City Staff Presentation and Eddie Truong - 4min. 56 sec.

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Digital Billboard RFP

 

On January 17, 2024, Eddie Truong passionately advocated before the San Jose Rules Committee, pushing for the advancement of a long-overdue Request for Proposal (RFP) on behalf of his client, Orange Barrel Media, with regard to outdoor advertising in the City of San Jose. Councilmember Omar Torres, representing District 3, took the initiative by drafting a memorandum, urging a thorough and timely update from city staff to propel the initially approved project forward. The Rules Committee responded decisively with a unanimous 5-0 vote in favor, signaling a significant step towards the realization of this crucial initiative.

VIDEO-CM Omar Torres and Eddie Truong remarks : 2 min. 31 sec.

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