Chamber News
Advertise In The Official Visitor Map Of The Santa Barbara South Coast
Get ready to shine! Put your business in the spotlight on The Official Visitor Map of the Santa Barbara South Coast, reaching every hotel in Goleta, Santa Barbara, and Carpinteria! These maps are prominently featured at the State Street and Garden Street Visitor Centers, cruise ship welcome stations, the Courthouse, and the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum,…
Read MoreCalifornia Public Utilities Commissioner Tours The South Coast
Commissioner Darcie Houck with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) made a recent regional visit to the South Coast, to better understand the electricity needs of local businesses. The Chamber and members of the Electricity Working Group; Transphorm, BEGA North America, and Agilent Technologies; were thrilled to host Commissioner Houck for tours of their facilities.…
Read MoreChamber Advocates For Cruise Ships And Business Impacts
The Santa Barbara City Council recently voted 6-1 (Mayor Rowse opposed) to implement a cap of 20 cruise ships per year in Santa Barbara, as well requiring that cruise ships visiting Santa Barbara meet a variety of environmental criteria regarding best practices and technologies. The decision on a cap was not aligned with the Chamber’s…
Read MoreSupporting Old Town Goleta
Last week, our Chamber team and Ambassadors explored Old Town Goleta, engaging with local businesses to show support and share information about upcoming events. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with the business community. Stay tuned for details about an upcoming special community event series in Old Town Goleta next month, brought to you…
Read MoreUpcoming Ribbon-Cutting Events For The Month Of April
Check out the latest ribbon cutting schedule and be part of the excitement as we show our support for the thriving business community during our upcoming ribbon-cutting events! We kick things off on April 17 with the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the newest location of Santa Barbara Fish Market in Goleta. Join us at 7127 Hollister Avenue, Suite…
Read MoreChamber Accepts Proclamation Declaring April Carpinteria Business Month
The Chamber was honored to accept the Carpinteria City Council’s proclamation, officially declaring April as Carpinteria Business Month. Businesses of all sizes form the vibrant heart of the Carpinteria community and the broader South Coast economy. This initiative recognizes the indispensable role local businesses play in generating tax revenue for municipal services, providing essential products…
Read More10th Annual Bravo Awards Celebrated Influential Waman in Santa Barbara
The Bravo Awards, hosted by the National Association of Women Business Owners, paid tribute to exceptional women who are enriching Santa Barbara economically, politically, philanthropically, and socially. Congratulations to all those honored at the event last month! Chamber Board Chair Anne Pazier, Owner of Santa Barbara Gift Baskets, served as the esteemed Madame of Ceremony along with Kristen…
Read MoreMarch B2B Networking Breakfast
The Chamber hosted another sold out B2B Networking Breakfast in March, sponsored by Beyond Ordinary Business, at the Santa Barbara Zoo, with a delectable breakfast served by Rincon Catering. It served as a fantastic kick-start to the morning, fostering valuable connections and lively discussions. RSVP today to secure your seat for the April 25 event, sponsored by…
Read MoreChamber Board Member, Michael Baker Receives CEO of the Year Award
Michael Baker was honored with the CEO of the Year award by the Coastal Area Council of Boys & Girls Clubs, earning recognition from his peers. With 36 years devoted to the Boys & Girls Clubs, Baker has served for the last nine years with the United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County.…
Read MoreTri-County Chamber Alliance Annual Meeting & Legislative Update
Last week, the Tri-County Chamber Alliance hosted their annual meeting in Buellton. The program was focused on legislative review and featured Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin, and President of Rincon Strategies Chris Collier. Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber board members and professional staff attended to learn about legislative advocacy work the Alliance has been doing over the…
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