"The #1 resource for empowering regional businesses toward success." | |
At this month's Moonlight Mixer we will be collecting donations for St.Paul's P.A.C.E Essential Needs Drive. We are accepting non-perishable food, toiletries, hygiene products and clothing. A bin will also be at the Chamber office to collect donations as of September 1st!
Registration is required to attend Moonlight Mixer!
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Thank You For Joining Us Last Week at Young Professionals | |
Thank you to all who joined us last week at our second Young Professionals. It was a night filled with energy and we are thrilled to watch this new addition to our Chamber networking events continue to grow.
Thank you to Piña for hosting and Casamigos for sponsoring.
Stay tuned for details on the next Young Professionals event!
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OKTOBERFEST & ARTISAN FAIRE 2023
Exhibitors, Sponsors & Donors
Spots are Limited!
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Exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities are filling up FAST!
This annual extravaganza promises to bring together a vibrant and diverse audience of tens of thousands of Oktoberfest enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this exceptional chance to showcase your business and make a lasting impression.
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Thank you to our Family Tent Beer Sponsor: | | |
Thank you to our Donors & Sponsors: | | |
We are looking for dedicated volunteers to join our Oktoberfest family!
Whether you're a festival fanatic or just looking to give back to your community, we have a role for you. Click the button below to volunteer!
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Education Resources Survey | |
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Please take a few moments to fill out our survey and help the Chamber provide you with the most useful resources! | |
Our 2023/24 Rising Star program returns for a second year and will kick off this month! Rising Star recognizes local high school seniors who demonstrate character, integrity, community and school involvement, love of learning and/or the ability to overcome challenging circumstances without compromising their education. |
We are excited to announce that the Chamber has partnered with Mira Costa College to host and sponsor our monthly Rising Star event.
We are committed to empowering our future leaders by investing in them through our Rising Star and Salute to Education programs. The funds raised from these Education Initiatives are reinvested into programs that recognize, assist, and motivate aspiring entrepreneurs and future business leaders.
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You too can get involved - become a sponsor or
give to scholarship fund!
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Small Business Resource Fair | |
Chamber Member Spotlights | |
Written by Laura Charlton PR | |
In an increasingly digitized world, small businesses are not exempt from the threats of cyberattacks and data breaches. In this concise yet informative episode, we delve into the realm of cybersecurity, providing essential best practices tailored specifically for small business owners. With special guests Drew Facetti of the San Diego Law Enforcement Coordination and Darren Bennett former Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the City of San Diego and formerly of the FBI | |
Save The Date!
Meet Your Elected Officials &
Community Leaders
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October 30th, 2023
5pm to 7pm
This event provides a great opportunity for guests to meet and connect with elected officials, key City of Encinitas officials and organizations, VIPs and business representatives from Encinitas and neighboring cities.
Stay tuned for more details!
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Get Noticed!
Connect With Your Community
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Our new 2023/2024 Sponsorship Packet is now available. Take a closer look at all of our monthly networking and community events. Learn about the levels of sponsorships, marketing reach, publication opportunities and more!
These events & programs provide you excellent opportunities to create awareness and build connections with your community.
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St.Paul's PACE Essential Needs Drive | |
Welcome New Member:
Olivenhain Town Council
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"Colony Olivenhain was established in 1884 by a group of German-speaking immigrants, The Olivenhain Town Council is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation formed to hold and preserve the Olivenhain Meeting Hall and property. The purpose of the OTC is to promote an appreciation of Olivenhain history for the public good of the community of Olivenhain."
423 Rancho Santa Fe Rd, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Thank You:
Encinitas Rotary
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A HUGE thank you to the Encinitas Rotary! Through their Wine & Food Festival they are giving $96,000 to 14 worthy nonprofits organizations. The funds the Chamber received will help to further our programs and initiatives that ultimately impact Encinitas businesses and our community. | |
Thank You to Our Renewing Members! | |
Read our 'Hidden Gems' article in the Encinitas Advocate! | |
PACIFIC VIEW ART CENTER PREFERENCE SURVEY | |
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The City of Encinitas will begin offering a variety of arts education programs for adults and children next year at the new Pacific View Art Center (tentatively scheduled to open in summer 2024). Share your interests and preferences for programs and open hours. | |
San Diego Gives, a fundraising program for local San Diego-based nonprofits, takes place Thursday, September 7, with a countywide Day of Giving. New this year, is a Day of Service, Friday, September 8, in partnership with United Way of San Diego County (UWSD). |
This Saturday!
September 9th
5:30pm - 8:30pm
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The 2023/2024 Encinitas Community Map is in the works and filling up quickly. Now is your chance to be on this who's who guide of Encinitas and gain recognition all over town. |
You're invited to join MiraCosta College Superintendent/President, Dr. Sunny Cooke and more than 200 business leaders, influential citizens, elected officials, and MiraCosta College faculty, staff, and alumni at the annual Community Leaders Breakfast:
Friday, October 20, 2023
Westin Carlsbad Resort and Spa
5480 Grand Pacific Drive, Carlsbad, 92008
7am - 9am
| Asm. Tasha Boerner is calling for nominations to spotlight the efforts of extraordinary individuals and groups in the District who are helping to preserve, protect, and fight for the environment! |
The Silent Comedy:
Free Concert This Sunday
| Moonlight Beach Summer Concert Series featuring The Silent Comedy has been rescheduled for September 10th! | |
CARB is charged with protecting the public from the harmful effects of air pollution and developing programs and actions to fight climate change. From requirements for clean cars and fuels to adopting innovative solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. | FREE! BENEFITS OF HYDROPONIC GARDENING WORKSHOP | Olivenhain Municipal Water District, in partnership with BCK Programs, invites the public to attend a free workshop featuring an introduction to the benefits of hydroponic gardening systems. | |
EMPLOYEE RETENTION TAX CREDIT |
For Chamber Members and Local Businesses
Have you considered filing for the Employee Retention Tax Credit Yet? If you haven’t, PBO Advisory Group is a trusted and reputable source. To learn more contact Lorin Port, Sr. Business Development Manager, by clicking the button below!
| Our latest blog is a guide that we put together to help B2B companies improve their approach to marketing. Check it out for some great insights! | |
IRS alerts businesses and tax-exempt groups of the warning signs for misleading Employee Retention scams.
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The award-winning Citizens Water Academy brings together a diverse network of emerging leaders and professionals in the San Diego region to gain a deeper understanding of the Water Authority’s life-sustaining mission. | | |
Need assistance with permitting, planning or starting a business? |
The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce Business and Economic Development Committee is excited to partner with The City of Encinitas to provide business owners with an easier way of navigating the launch and management of your business.
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Mira Costa College
The demands of the world have changed—provide your employees with skilled training to meet your needs.
| Now’s the time to upskill your employees with hands-on technical training to capitalize on your current workforce.We have courses that focus on technical skills, field knowledge, as well as career readiness—it's everything you need! | | |
Clean Off-Road Equipment Voucher Incentive Program (CORE) is now open for qualified Small Landscaping Businesses! | Professional development workshops are designed to help local nonprofits and social entrepreneurs in North San Diego County with their goals. The Hive offer monthly programs with highly skilled trainers to help your organization address management, time management, fundraising, technology, and more. | | |
Click below to access all of SBDCs workshops and resources. | | |
COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT GRANT
| Applications are being accepted for multiple grants being awarded by the County of San Diego | | |
SDCCU is proud to host Financial Wellness Wednesdays to help improve the financial health of the communities in Southern California by providing the community access to free financial wellness and literacy information. | | |
Get Free Expert Help from SCORE San Diego to Start & Grow Your Small Business.
SCORE mentors are experienced business professionals who volunteer their time to help others start and grow their own businesses. SCORE San Diego offers free, confidential small business mentoring for startup and existing businesses.
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The IRS reassures California taxpayers that they continue to have an automatic extension until later this year to file and pay their taxes for those covered by disaster declarations in the state. |
Americans Abroad: Tax Obligations and Reporting Requirements FREE Webinar! TODAY!
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