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September’s B2B, sponsored by Spectrum Reach, was another sold out event and a fantastic way to kick off the Lemon Festival! Attendees got to hear from our amazing sponsors, connect and network with other business professionals, and enjoy a delicious breakfast by Rincon Catering at the beautiful Santa Barbara Zoo. Don’t miss out – register for the upcoming B2B’s…

Join us tonight for the final event of the season. The evening block party, on Magnolia Ave. between Hollister and Gaviota, will feature games, refreshments, local vendors, and live music from Tequila Mockingbird. Grab your favorite local cuisine from the area and bring it over or we’ll have a few onsite options available like Pancho’s Tacos, Dave’s…

The Chamber works to improve the downtowns in each of the Cities on the South Coast and we are happy to announce a milestone in our work in this area in downtown Santa Barbara. After years of collaborative efforts, the Community Benefit Improvement District (CBID) has officially been formed by a vote of the property owners…

Last week, members of our Chamber staff attended the annual Western Association of Chamber Executives (WACE) Academy, where we engaged with fellow Chambers from across the Western U.S. President & CEO, Kristen Miller instructed one of the classes on Budgeting while Public Policy Manager, Dustin Hoiseth completed his second year of Academy. The WACE Academy…

The Employer-Sponsored Housing Consortium Community Workshop, hosted by the Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce, drew over 80 attendees from diverse sectors, including businesses, government, nonprofits, developers, and other stakeholders. Held at Direct Relief, the workshop facilitated a productive dialogue on the Chamber’s housing initiatives. Participants gained valuable insights into the current state of…

The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce announces its vision for the near future of State Street, which could be implemented now. The Chamber has been closely watching the economic vitality of State Street and Santa Barbara’s downtown, working diligently alongside the City, business stakeholders, and community partners to shape the future of this…