Chamber News

Last week, the Chamber hosted a ribbon cutting for the grand opening of the newly renovated Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn. Community members joined us to celebrate and tour the beautifully updated hotel. Be sure to check them out online! Up Next: Join us for our next Ribbon Cutting on June 25 at Alexander…

The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber proudly congratulates Chamber President’s Circle member Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara and their exceptional team member, Daniel “Danny” De La Cruz, who was recently honored with the prestigious Heart of the House Award at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ 2025 Global Conference. Danny was recognized for his incredible heroism and…

Summer is here, school is out, and it’s the perfect time to celebrate grand openings, milestones, or refreshed businesses! Book a ribbon cutting with the Chamber and let our team help plan every step of your celebration. Last week, we marked the exciting grand opening of The Win-Dow Burgers with a fantastic turnout. Today at…

The Chamber’s summer series, Meet Me in Old Town Goleta, is coming to a close with the final event on Thursday, July 10! Don’t miss this free community celebration, presented in partnership with the City of Goleta. Aimed at celebrating Old Town Goleta businesses, bringing energy to the neighborhood, and local pride. Join us for…

June 5, 2025 The Chamber was proud to sponsor and attend Visit Santa Barbara’s Annual General Meeting, which explored the powerful connection between hospitality and Santa Barbara’s iconic architectural heritage. As we approach the 100th anniversary of the 1925 earthquake, this milestone serves as a reminder of how resilience and vision shaped the city we…

June 5, 2025 Looking to boost your business visibility this summer? Now’s your chance! The State Street Visitor Center is offering exclusive advertising opportunities at special pricing—only for a limited time. With thousands of monthly visitors, 85% domestic visitors and 15% International, your business will be front and center for tourists actively seeking local recommendations,…

May 29, 2025 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…

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…

Mark your calendars and join us for Meet Me in Old Town Goleta on the front lawn of the Goleta Community Center at 5679 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93117. Enjoy an evening out with friends, family and neighbors as we come together to celebrate community. Try delicious bites from local Old Town restaurants or vendors,…

Sponsorship opportunities are now available for Goleta’s biggest event of the year – the Goleta Lemon Festival, happening September 27 & 28 from 10 AM to 6 PM! This community celebration draws thousands of visitors and offers an incredible chance to highlight your business, connect with local families, and show your support for the Goleta…