Building the Future Workforce: CHIP Program Connects Students with Industry

Students, educators, and employers came together recently to network and learn more about the Classroom-Hosted Industry Partnership (CHIP) program being piloted in Carpinteria High School’s Warrior Workshop–an engineering and manufacturing workshop and design lab with state-of-the-art equipment. As part of the Chamber’s continued efforts to both create stronger local talent pipelines and create more career…

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Register For June B2B Sponsored By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices – Marie Sue Parsons

Last week, we had a fantastic morning at the May Business-2-Business Networking Breakfast, sponsored by the Santa Barbara Zoo. It was a fun-filled event with South Coast business members coming together to network, hear updates on the Chamber’s work, welcome new members, and celebrate our Sponsor of the Month. Don’t miss our next B2B on…

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Welcome Camden Gustason – Our New Events Manager!

The Chamber is excited to welcome Camden Gustason as our new Events Manager! Camden brings over 13 years of event planning experience across both the non-profit and private sectors, with expertise ranging from intimate community gatherings to large-scale productions. Her passion for creating meaningful, engaging events and her deep roots in collaborative planning make her…

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Upcoming Ribbon Cutting Events

Join us in celebrating grand openings, milestones, and new locations across our vibrant community. If you’d like to book a ribbon cutting with the Chamber, contact Michele. The Win-Dow Burgers June 5, 10:30 AM, 701 Chapala Street Best Western Pepper Tree Inn June 12, 3-5 PM, 3850 State Street Alexander Gardens Assisted Living June 25,…

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Businesses Explore Benefits of Free Paid Work Experience Program

Business leaders from across the South Coast gathered for an informative workshop offered by the Santa Barbara County Workforce Development Board, in partnership with the Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber and Santa Maria Chamber. The event focused on the process and advantages of hiring second chance candidates, with wages fully covered by the Santa Barbara County…

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