Chamber News

Join us on July 6 for back-to-back ribbon cutting celebrations on 1st Thursday! To kick off the day, we will start with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 3 PM to celebrate the grand opening of Slice of Light Gallery located at 9 W Figueroa Street in Santa Barbara. Immerse yourself in mesmerizing images of fine art photography…

Last week the Chamber hosted local business representatives for a discussion on the economic development and business impacts of the State Street Master Plan, the City of Santa Barbara’s current effort to plan for the long-term vision and future of State Street. Joined by the City’s State Street Master Planner, Tess Harris, over 30 local…

The Chamber celebrated Rad Power Bikes on Wednesday, June 14 with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony. The event marked the official opening of their new Funk Zone location, showcasing their innovative electric bikes and their commitment to providing sustainable transportation options. Rad Power Bikes designs and produces affordable, high-quality e-bikes for diverse riders. Visit them at 132 E…

The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber and the City of Goleta extended their support to the incredible riders of the AIDS/LifeCycle as they passed through Goleta on June 9. Nearly 1,700 participants successfully concluded their inspiring 7-day, 545-mile journey in Santa Monica. Learn more about this non-profit and the amazing work they are doing, click here.

Last week, the Chamber hosted a special presentation from Peter Moore, founder and owner of Santa Barbara Sky FC, to learn more about the addition of a professional soccer club to the Santa Barbara region. This has the potential for a positive economic impact on several of our key industries, including tourism and hospitality. The presentation…

Yesterday, the Chamber hosted a spectacular Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to commemorate the unveiling of the remarkable redesign of the Kimpton Canary Hotel and Finch & Fork Restaurant. The top-to-bottom transformation has been thoughtfully reimagined, embracing rich heritage with a renewed sense of a modern luxury hotel.  Guests were treated to tours of the hotel’s suites, meeting rooms,…

The Chamber released the May 2023 South Coast Data Dashboard this week. This comprehensive report delves into crucial areas including real estate, workforce dynamics, and tourism on our region. Furthermore, it explores significant social issues like crime, homelessness, and poverty. We invite you to explore the complete May 2023 South Coast Data Dashboard, as it offers a wealth…

The Garden Street Visitor Center is now open 7 days a week! Additionally, both Visitor Centers offer eye-catching screens for your advertising needs. Imagine showcasing your captivating marketing images to thousands of visitors every month! We now have new ad space available at the Garden Street Visitor Center. This prime location ensures that all visitors…

In May, the Chamber’s President & CEO, Kristen Miller and Chief Operating Officer, Cortney Rintoul attended CNBC’s inaugural CEO Council Summit at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara. Leaders from business, finance, culture, sports and academia assembled to tackle the most pressing issues CEOs face today. Executives from companies like Apple, Nike, Nasdaq and United Airlines exchanged ideas…

The Chamber, in partnership with the Santa Maria Valley Chamber and the Workforce Development Board of Santa Barbara County, was proud to host the Santa Barbara County Industry Sector Roundtable Summit. County leadership and various other stakeholder organizations throughout the county came together to hear from representatives of 8 comprehensive industry sectors, ranging from Aerospace…