Posts by Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce
Business And Government Gather For Electricity Reliability
At the Chamber’s recent Quarterly Government Affairs Meeting, more than 25 business representatives joined with leaders from Southern California Edison and the Cities of Santa Barbara, Goleta, and Carpinteria to address one of our region’s most pressing concerns: electricity reliability. The discussion was guided by the Chamber’s Power On document and explored both immediate challenges and…
Read MoreGrow Your Team – Try New Hires Risk-Free
With the Santa Barbara County Workforce Development Board (SBCWDB) Subsidized Employment program, eligible hires receive up to 6 months of wage support, with 100% subsidized pay for the first 3 months. This provides businesses an opportunity to test the skill set and cultural fit of a candidate with minimal risk. The Chamber partners with the…
Read MorePromote Your Events & Update Your Business Profile
As a Chamber member, one of your benefits is having your upcoming events featured in our newsletter – see below! This is a great way to reach thousands in our community. Make sure your business profile is up to date, our Chamber directory is the #1 trusted source locals use when searching for businesses. Add…
Read MoreEmployee Commuter Train Interest Survey
The Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG) and the Ventura County Transportation Commission (VCTC) are planning a new morning commuter train in partnership with Metrolink and Pacific Surfliner that will operate between Moorpark in Ventura County and Goleta in Santa Barbara County. Please access the short SURVEY HERE. This survey will help better understand current…
Read MoreRegister Today For State Of The County
Don’t miss the 2025 State of the County, a once-a-year event offering exclusive access to Santa Barbara County leadership and key insights into the region’s future. Featured speakers include First District Supervisor Roy Lee, Second District Supervisor and Chair Laura Capps, County Executive Officer Mona Miyasato, and Peter Rupert, Director of the UC Santa Barbara…
Read MoreGear Up For The Goleta Fall Classic Car Show!
The 18th Annual Goleta Fall Classic Car Show, presented by Ruth Ann Bowe – Village Properties, is a long-standing community favorite that brings together car lovers of all ages to admire an impressive lineup of vehicles while enjoying the lively atmosphere of The Goleta Lemon Festival. No lemons here – the Goleta Fall Classic features…
Read MoreUpcoming Ribbon Cutting Celebrations
Join us for two back-to-back ribbon cuttings! August 21 | 3–5 PM | U.S. Army Gold Coast Celebrate the grand opening of the U.S. Army Gold Coast’s newest location at 7127 Hollister Ave., Suite 9 in Goleta. The ribbon cutting will take place at 3:15 PM, followed by light appetizers. Get an exclusive look at…
Read MoreMeeting To Address Childcare & Workforce Challenges
Has the lack of affordable local childcare impacted your workforce? Wondering how your business can be part of the solution or curious how others have addressed these challenges? Join us for the Brighter Futures Childcare Coalition meeting on Tuesday, August 19 from 10–11:30 AM at the Santa Barbara County Education Office Auditorium. This engaging event…
Read MoreChamber Leadership Attends 2025 W.A.C.E. Academy
Earlier this week, Chamber President & CEO Kristen Miller and Director of Public Policy Dustin Hoiseth attended the Western Association of Chamber Executives (WACE) Academy, where they joined other Chamber professionals from across the Western U.S. for three days of learning, collaboration, and leadership development. WACE Academy has become the leading training program totally devoted…
Read MoreLimited Edition Merchandise at The State Street Visitor Center!
If you’re enjoying a stroll in downtown Santa Barbara, be sure to stop by the State Street Visitor Center to check out our exclusive merchandise available in limited quantities and only at the State Street Visitor Center. Located at 120 F State Street, the Visitor Center is not only a resource for visitors but a mercantile of…
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