Torrance Chamber honors six women, recognizes Torrance Transit director Kim Turner

The Torrance Chamber of Commerce honored six local women at a Women's History Month gathering at Sunrider International, presenting Torrance Transit Director Kim Turner with the Dedicated Leader Award.

The recognition highlights local business and civic leadership in Torrance. A Chamber representative said the honorees include flower shop owners, finance leaders, an immigration lawyer and a 90-year-old woman who spent decades helping the sick at a local hospital.

Kim Turner, Torrance Transit director, accepted the Dedicated Leader Award and reflected on her career in public transportation. "During my 40 plus years in the industry, I had to climb the ladder at Metro and I had to climb the ladder here. I'm the first in a lot of areas. Women have it hard from time to time and the fact that we are continually moving and breaking the barriers for others is a plus, and I just appreciate her, recognizing me for all that I've done for public transportation," Turner said.

According to the Chamber, the organization hosts about 135 events annually; the gathering at Sunrider International was held during Women's History Month. The event organizers framed the ceremony as an opportunity to "shine a light and recognize" women's achievements in local business and public service.

Nicole Nash, identified in the recording as a City of Torrance staff member, directed listeners to a city webpage for more information about local businesses and community programs: torranceCA.gov/ytorrance. "I'm Nicole Nash with the city of Torrance," Nash said.

The ceremony did not include any formal city action or vote; the recording is a community recognition event organized by the Chamber of Commerce.