Posts by Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce

The chamber launched customized membership packages for businesses and industries earlier this year. Among these packages is the Hospitality & Tourism Champion Membership, designed to enhance visibility and advertising opportunities within the visitor-centric sector. As part of this membership, businesses benefit from increased exposure through the Chamber’s exclusive Visitor Centers. These centers, the only two…

The Chamber celebrates the next step in the initiation of the Old Town Hollister Restriping Project, which will take that stretch of Hollister from four lanes to two. The Chamber has been a long-time advocate for the restriping project after working to reach consensus with the business community on this issue. Slowing down traffic in…

A hub of innovation and entrepreneurship is taking over the South Coast, and we’re proud to champion it! Our thriving community, renowned for its scenic beauty, has evolved into a world-class center of high technology development, attracting a diverse array of startups and industry leaders. Check out our exclusive video: Techtopia and read more in the Santa Barbara…

Click here to hear Joey Zumaya of LinkedIn reflect on the important work the Chamber is doing. March 31 is the deadline to renew your 2024 membership! Take advantage of the benefits and opportunities that the Chamber provides to our dynamic business community and join us in shaping a thriving network of success and growth.…

It’s that time again! Join us for our upcoming B2B Networking Breakfast event on March 28, from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the Santa Barbara Zoo, featuring a delicious breakfast provided by Rincon Catering. This month, we’re proud to have Beyond Ordinary Business as our esteemed sponsor. Don’t miss the opportunity to discover more about their…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 12, 2024 Discover the South Coast’s Ultimate Guide to Business, Culture, and Lifestyle in the 2024 Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce Magazine The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce proudly unveils the 2024 edition of the South Coast Magazine, a celebration of the communities of Carpinteria, Goleta, and Santa…

The 2024 LEAP Awards, held on February 29, showcased remarkable talent and dedication. Kristen Miller, President & CEO of the Chamber, and Katya Armistead, Assistant Vice Chancellor and Dean of Student Life at UC Santa Barbara were honored with this prestigious recognition. The virtual event, organized by LEAP, was a resounding success, celebrating exemplary leaders…

Last weekend, the Chamber hosted a pop-up visitor center at World of Pinot Noir at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara. Central to the Chamber’s presence was Ruairi Bateson, Visitor Center Manager. Bateson tirelessly assisted numerous visitors, offering invaluable local insights, insider tips, and recommendations to enrich their regional experience. Additionally, the Chamber’s partnership with World of Pinot…

Pam Tanase is the Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at Workzones and a Regional Developer for the Massage Envy Franchise. At Workzones, Pam is responsible for the overall operation of the company as well as the execution of business development initiatives and strategic partnerships. With Massage Envy, Pam has owned, operated and sold three locations…