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THE #1 RESOURCE FOR EMPOWERING
REGIONAL BUSINESSES TOWARD SUCCESS
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Networking over some quality brews at a Chamber on Tap is a fantastic way to connect with others in the business community. | | |
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Whether you're looking to expand your professional network, meet potential collaborators, or simply unwind with others, the Moonlight Mixer is an evening of connections and opportunities. | |
NOVEMBER FOOD DRIVE: Please bring non-perishable items to donate | | |
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Coffee on El Camino is the Chamber's advocacy group committed to identifying ways to support the growth of businesses along the El Camino Real corridor. All businesses are invited to join us! | | |
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Coffee Connections is an opportunity to grow your network, share valuable insights, and engage in topical discussions. Join us for a complimentary coffee and delicious donut from Broad Street Dough Co.! | |
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Encinitas Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization therefore,
all proceeds support our community outreach and ability to host our annual events.
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60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION | |
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Thank you to everyone who joined us as we celebrated our members and community at Thursday’s 60th Anniversary Dinner & Awards. We are so fortunate to be surrounded by such a passionate, supportive, and fun group, who collectively are making a difference in Encinitas and beyond.
Thank you to our amazing emcee Jeff Zevely. Congratulations to all the nominees and a big shout-out to our winners!
Community Partner: MiraCosta College
Nonprofit Partner: Community Resource Center
Small Business: Broad Street Dough Co.
Large Business: Scripps Health
Volunteer: Bill Harman
Arts & Culture Partner: San Diego Botanic Garden
Health & Wellness: David Ruecker, MD
Chamber Champion: Karen Koblentz
Green Business: EDCO Waste & Recycling
Longevity Recognition: El Camino Memorial
Thank you to our sponsors and donors and folks who helped make the night a success! EDCO, SDG&E, Enterprise Bank & Trust, Scripps Health, Ting, MiraCosta College, Broad Street Dough Co., Propaganda Wine Co., Wild Fork, Paul's Paella, Taylor Gallegos, Brianna Grace, Artisan Delights, Pixel Pro Booths, and ICA San Diego.
Enjoy the photos linked below!
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We are deeply honored to have been recognized by the City of Encinitas with a Proclamation for our 60 years of dedication to supporting local businesses. It’s been an incredible journey, and we couldn’t have done it without the amazing community that surrounds us. | |
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WE ARE AN OFFICIAL BALLOT DROP BOX LOCATION | |
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2024 Presidential General Election
We’re in the final week of early voting! You can cast your vote at the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce office, with voting hours from 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday.
Drop off your voted ballot sealed inside its return envelope.
535 Encinitas Blvd., Suite 116
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SUPPORTING SDA CAREER TECHNICAL PATHWAYS | |
The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce, through the Rising Star program, is committed to fostering educational initiatives that prepare students for successful careers. Principal Cara Dolnik of San Dieguito High School Academy invites you to partner with local schools in supporting Career Technical Pathways (CTE) programs. By sharing your expertise, mentoring, or offering hands-on learning opportunities, you can help guide and inspire the next generation of professionals. Join us in creating a brighter future! For more details, read the letter from Principal Dolnik. Thank you for your continued support of our students and educational programs! | |
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FREE OPPORTUNITY - SOCAL WORKFORCE PROGRAM | |
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As part of our ongoing educational initiatives, we are excited to announce that the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce has joined other chambers and business organizations in creating SOCAL (Student Opportunities for Career Awareness and Learning). This program is designed to promote career awareness for young adults across San Diego County.
Through SOCAL and a grant from San Diego/Imperial County Community College Consortium, we are offering our members the free opportunity to participate by highlighting a high-demand
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occupation within your organization through a 3-minute video. These videos will be used to encourage career exploration and awareness, and you will also be able to use them for your own recruiting and marketing efforts. Filming will take no more than an hour, and our team will ensure that the process is smooth and comfortable.
We look forward to your involvement in this exciting program!
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A member since 2008, Jim Benedetti, has been on the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors since 2012 and was President/Chairman 2014 – 2018. Currently, he is the Chamber’s Government Relations & Advocacy Committee Chair which dovetails nicely into his interest in, and connections to, the City Council, City staff and current events. He also sits on the Tourism Committee, helping to promote Encinitas to both visitors and residents.
A fourth generation Californian and Olivenhain resident of 28 years, who enjoys
creating beautiful outdoor space, his
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company JPBLA, Inc. Landscape Architect
(www.jpbla.com) is committed to providing the finest in landscape architectural design, irrigation design, land planning, park planning, master planning, sustainable design, landscape renovation, and water management consulting. He has designed a wide variety of projects for an area at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, San Diego Zoo to the Bamboo Garden at the San Diego Botanical Garden, the Encinitas Transit Station to retail centers and high end custom residential projects without the area.
He is passionate about his community always trying to support and shop local and connect businesses with other businesses. He strongly believes in the power of networking making him a regular at the Chamber’s monthly Coffee Connections, Chamber on Tap and Moonlight Mixer.
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Read our latest Chamber Chatter | Written By: Laura Charlton PR | |
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Sebastian Slovin, author, co-founder, and programs director of Nature Unplugged discusses the importance of addressing mental health, explores the concept of connectedness in the digital age and the advantages of unplugging. He also shares details about their upcoming Hike-A-Thon.
Listen to Episode 18 on your favorite podcast app or watch on YouTube.
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RANCHO COASTAL HUMANE SOCIETY | |
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It’s official! The ribbon has been cut, and we’re excited to welcome the newly expanded Rancho Coastal Humane Society campus to our community! After almost two years of dedicated effort, we’re thrilled to celebrate this milestone.
Give them a follow
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Congratulations to member, Plastic Beach for winning the 2024 Green Arrow Award for System and Design Innovations. As one of six organizations honored, Plastic
Beach was recognized by the Council as a leader for its creative approach to tackling one of the State’s most problematic threats to our waste streams -- soft plastics.
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THANK YOU TO OUR RENEWING MEMBERS | |
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Help us, help you!
Want more exposure for your business? Send us your content, reels and photos so we can highlight you!
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City and Sheriff discussed issues related to unsheltered individuals to a crowd at Glen Park in Cardiff. The meeting was arranged by Cardiff 101 Main Street. | |
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Boost your business through Visit Encinitas! Gain high visibility and connect with visitors and locals via visitencinitasca.com advertising! | |
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Check out this great article from our friends at Locale Magazine – maybe even you will discover something new about one of our favorite neighborhoods. | |
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Encinitas Historical Society
Walking Tour
Third Saturday of the Month
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We Deeply Appreciate Your Support | | |
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