Posts by Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce

Business and government were brought together on the South Coast for another government affairs meeting hosted by the Chamber. This quarter’s meeting focused on County and State topics, joined by State Assemblymember Gregg Hart, County Supervisor’s Joan Hartmann and Laura Capps, and representatives from State Senator Monique Limon’s office. Representatives from the business community included…

Businesses are reporting losses resulting from vendor email compromise, and/or fraudsters impersonating officers at a company to request changes to payment instructions on large wires or transfers, including payroll. In fact, from October 2013 to December 2022, the FBI reportedly received 278,000 reports regarding Business Email Compromise totaling over $50 billion based on suspicious activity…

On October 23, the Chamber gathered to celebrate the grand opening of Pang Zi Noodle Shop. Stop by and try their delicious menu, featuring Vietnamese Pho, Chinese Wok Noodles, Fresh Hot/Cold Noodles, Rice Plates, and Fried Rice. Located at 4427 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93110, this hot spot is always bustling with activity. Check it…

In a recent op-ed published in Noozhawk, Peter Rupert, Director of UCSB Economic Forecast Project, argues that increasing the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) in Santa Barbara County could have hidden costs for the local economy and jobs. He explains that while the TOT primarily targets tourists staying in hotels, its ripple effects can impact other sectors,…

Have your employees been affected by lack of access to affordable childcare? Is your business interested in offering childcare benefits to your employees? Then you may be interested in the Brighter Futures Childcare Fund through United Way of Santa Barbara County. Employer-Sponsored Childcare. Through this fund, United Way partners with local employers to increase their capacity to…

On October 16, the Santa Barbara community celebrated the grand opening of The Harbor Restaurant at the Wharf, Santa Barbara’s most elegant overwater dining destination. Members of the community gathered to celebrate the stunning redesign and view. With its fresh new look and delicious menu, the Harbor Restaurant is ready to become a local favorite! Located at 210…

It’s National Cybersecurity Awareness month. We’re receiving reports of fraudsters impersonating banks in our community to con people into revealing bank information. Remember, banks never ask for your online banking credentials or one-time password! Here are some resources for spotting scams and testing your scam awareness.

Don’t miss your chance to join us for one of the last three B2B events of the year! Join us for a monthly business-to-business breakfast event that promises to kick-start your day on a positive note. Enjoy a delicious breakfast catered by Rincon Catering, followed by an engaging presentation from Westmont Living of Santa Barbara. This…

The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce and South Coast Business Action Fund presents the 2024 Voters Guide, highlighting candidates and measures aligned with our pro-business mission. We surveyed candidates for Districts 3 and 4 and Mayor in Goleta, Districts 2, 3, and 4 in Carpinteria, and Districts 1, 2, and 3 in Santa…

On October 9, the Chamber gathered to celebrate the grand opening of Poke House, located at 811D State Street in Paseo Nuevo. Attendees enjoyed fresh and delicious poke in a vibrant new space, showcasing the restaurant’s commitment to eco-friendly dining. We would like to thank everyone that joined us! Plan to attend our next ribbon-cutting ceremony…