Chamber News

The Goleta Lemon Festival, presented by Rusty’s Pizza, returns September 27 & 28. Enjoy two full days of live music, food, family activities, and all things lemon at Girsh Park. The entertainment lineup spans the UCLA Health Main Stage and The Point Market Community Stage, featuring rock, country, blues, funk, and exceptional local talent. This…

The Chamber recently partnered with GridStor to provide members of the South Coast Tech Roundtable an opportunity to tour GridStor’s Goleta Energy Storage facility. The large-scale battery storage facility contributes to our local grid by bolstering reliability through moment-to-moment grid stabilization and storing even more midday solar power for delivery in the evening. The tour…

Join us for a special lemon-themed Business-2-Business Networking Event sponsored by Spectrum Reach on Thursday, September 18. Registration is nearly sold out, don’t miss your chance to connect with local professionals and be part of this month’s B2B! Sponsorship opportunities for 2026 Business-2-Business Networking Breakfasts are now open, and we are already filling up. This is a…

Last week, the Chamber hosted the highly anticipated annual State of the County, bringing together over 350 attendees for exclusive insights with elected officials, business leaders, and government representatives. This signature event continues to serve as a cornerstone for understanding the region’s economic outlook and exploring future opportunities. View event photos here. This year’s program featured…

During Tuesday’s Goleta City Council meeting, the council officially declared September as Lemon Month and presented the Chamber with a formal proclamation. We’re thrilled to celebrate another year of the Goleta Lemon Festival on September 27 & 28! View the full proclamation here and visit LemonFestival.com for volunteer opportunities to be part of this exciting community tradition!

The Pacific Coast Business Times has released its annual 40 Under 40 list, recognizing exceptional young leaders making a remarkable impact in our community. We are thrilled to congratulate all the honorees for their inspiring work and dedication! A special shoutout to Chamber member and Board Member Mark Korte-Nahabedian, Corporate Affairs Advisor at Chevron, and Yuliana Nelson,…

Last week, the Chamber hosted two back-to-back ribbon cuttings! On August 21, we kicked things off with a ribbon cutting for US Army Gold Coast and their recruiting station in Goleta! The Goleta Army Recruiting Station has three full-time recruiters providing career opportunities for those looking to serve their nation. On August 22, we celebrated at the…

As a Chamber member, one of your key benefits is having your business featured online in our Member Directory! Each Chamber member receives a dedicated listing in our online Member Directory, increasing your visibility to the community, visitors, and fellow members. You can enhance your profile with a logo, description, photos, and social media links…

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…

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