Posts by Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce
First round of Countywide Industry Sector Roundtables
Last week the Chamber completed the first round of a series of online industry specific roundtables discussions. The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber has partnered with the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce to gather industry specific feedback from businesses across the county, regarding business recovery related to COVID-19, the workforce shortage, and any other…
Read MoreWelcome Second District Supervisor Laura Capps
The Chamber welcomes our new Second District Supervisor Laura Capps. Supervisor Capps’ four-year term began early when she was appointed by Governor Newsom to fill now Assemblymember Gregg Hart’s vacant seat on the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors. Capps has previous experience representing our communities on the Santa Barbara Unified School District Board of…
Read MoreNovember Data Dashboard
The monthly dashboard showcases data trends related to real estate, workforce, sales tax, tourism, cannabis revenue, crime, homelessness, poverty, and COVID-19 throughout Santa Barbara County and the South Coast. Click here for the full November 2022 South Coast Data Dashboard. Please reach out to Dustin@SBSCChamber.com with questions and/or suggestions.
Read MoreBusiness 2 Business Networking Breakfast
Join us at the Santa Barbara Zoo on December 15 for the December Business-2-Business networking breakfast sponsored by CADA. The theme this month is Festive Holiday. CADA is a highly respected, progressive agency providing behavioral health, substance abuse treatment, and prevention/education services to adults, adolescents, children, and their families. For more information, click here. The cost for the…
Read MoreNovember 2022 Data Dashboard
Dear Chamber Member, Welcome to the Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce’s November 2022 Data Dashboard. Below you will find data related to real estate, workforce, sales tax, tourism, cannabis revenue, crime, homelessness, poverty, and COVID-19 throughout Santa Barbara County and the South Coast. The Chamber continues to update the Dashboard monthly, adding additional…
Read MoreGoleta’s Finest 2022 Winners Announced
The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce, from Goleta to Carpinteria, is excited to announce the 2022 Goleta’s Finest Award Winners. Goleta’s Finest is a 72-year-old tradition honoring remarkable individuals whose contributions have enhanced the Goleta community. “The Goleta community has a rich history of volunteerism and philanthropy, and we are eager to honor…
Read MoreChamber Hosts Successful State of the County
The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce, from Goleta to Carpinteria, held its State of the County on Wednesday, November 30, at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort. Attendees heard presentations by Third District Supervisor Joan Hartmann, Santa Barbara County Executive Officer Mona Miyasato, and UC Santa Barbara Economic Forecast Project Director, Dr. Peter…
Read MoreAnnual Membership Meeting & Regional Awards
Save the date! The Chamber’s Annual Meeting & Regional Business Awards will be held on Friday, February 2, 2023, at 11:30 AM at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort’s outdoor rotunda. The afternoon will include lunch during the Annual Membership Meeting where the 2023 Executive Officers and Board Members will be formally installed and the outgoing Board…
Read MoreGRATITUDE MESSAGE FROM THE CHAMBER TEAM
As the leading business advocacy group on the South Coast, we are grateful to serve our community. It is our members who make our mission possible. We are committed to your success and the success of our entire membership. Providing programs and services to the South Coast is something we are proud of. We are…
Read MoreVISITOR CENTER GIFT SHOP HOLIDAY SALE
Explore the Visitor Center Mercantile and shop locally this weekend. The Chamber’s State Street Visitor Center, at 120 State Street, Suite F, features a variety of locally made treasures and unique offerings for you to peruse as you plan your holiday gift-giving. Friday, November 25 through Sunday, November 27 Enjoy 15% off all merchandise in…
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