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Networking Opportunities

TONIGHT!


Join us tonight for our monthly Moonlight Mixer!


Hosted at San Diego Botanic Garden

230 Quail Gardens Drive


*Invest in our Future Leaders & Entrepreneurs - Proceeds from the evening’s bar & raffle will go toward the Chamber’s Scholarship Fund!


Live performance by Singer/Songwriter Jesse Ray Smith!

Register Here!




THANK YOU FOR JOINING US AT CHAMBER ON TAP!!



Thank you to Modern Times for hosting the event!


Our next Chamber on Tap will be held at Encinitas Ale House on August 9th at 5:30pm







This facilitated networking gives members, and prospective members, a chance to discuss a hot topic with other professionals, all while enjoying a cup of coffee and custom donut.


Coffee Connections is hosted at:




Hosted at Broad Street Dough Co.

Friday, July 28th at 8:30am





OKTOBERFEST & ARTISAN FAIRE 2023

Now Accepting Exhibitors, Sponsors & Donors

We are now accepting exhibitor, and sponsorship applications for the highly anticipated 2023 Oktoberfest celebration!


This is a great opportunity to spotlight your business in front of tens of thousands of Oktoberfest attendees!

Apply Here!

Thank you to our Family Tent Beer Sponsor:

Thank you to our Sponsors:

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Government Affairs Council

Guest Speaker:

Jordan Marks

County of San Diego Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk/Commissioner of Civil Marriage Ceremonies


Thursday, August 3rd at 10am

Encinitas City Hall

Carnation Room or Zoom


Join us to discuss regional and local issues that have an impact to our community.


We strongly encourage in-person attendance, however, we do offer this meeting in a hybrid format (in-person and Zoom) to better accommodate schedules. 


Please make sure to RSVP as space is limited.

Register Here!

SOCAL Workforce

Student opportunities for career awareness and learning – is a joint project of Tri City Medical Center with several chamber and business organizations in the region. Our goal is to expose students and career explorers to occupations that they may not be familiar with – steering them toward educational resources and awareness of employers like you. Companies participate by partnering with us to create video content spotlighting job opportunities in their organization. SOCAL drives student awareness through significant marketing investments. 

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Upcoming Business Workshops

The Encinitas Chamber is excited to offer impactful educational workshops designed to empower local businesses with valuable knowledge and skills for sustainable growth and success in a dynamic market. Click the link below for a full list of July workshops.

July Workshops!

Chamber Member Spotlights

Written by Laura Charlton PR

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EPISODE SEVEN

OUT NOW!

On this episode of Encinitas Chamber Chat: LIVE, we delve into the fascinating realm of sustainability and environmental consciousness. Join Carol as she welcomes special guests Jim Ambroso and Logan Betz from EDCO, the leading waste and recycling company in the region, who bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise on how businesses can become more sustainable and reduce their carbon footprints.

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Produced By:

WELCOME NEW MEMBER!

Scott F. Levin

At San Diego Divorce Mediation & Family Law, we help clients amicably divorce in California by allowing us to help them create equitable settlement terms so that we can draft the marital settlement agreement and file all court divorce forms. Our clients achieve an affordable divorce mediation in San Diego through proven and trusted guidance.


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Evolution Room:

Success Bootcamp

Want to be able to master ANY economy? Thrive no matter what economic environment? This training is designed to help you discover the missing link to the results you desire in your business and life. Learning what you don't know you don't know about yourself and others provides you with the opportunity to overcome obstacles, and increase performance and sales - no matter what type of market! If you mean business about your business, this training is for you!

Register Here!

Health & Wellness Workshop:

Anna Leah Mintz

Learn about non-invasive 21st-century treatments & products to help you & others reach optimal health so you can be more productive & even generate extra income by doing so!



Thursday, July 20, 2023 Time

7:00-8:30 pm

Host's Home in La Costa, Carlsbad (RSVP for address)

Optional donation of $7.00

RSVP: Text Anna at 760-310-1854

The Golden State is lined with breathtaking blue waters perfect for a day at the beach or week-long vacation. Here is a great selection of iconic beaches and unique coastal attractions worth checking out.

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Check out TEN of Encinitas' famous attractions in the most recent issue of Westways AAA Magazine NOW!

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This beach will keep you occupied, with facilities and rentals for everything from fishing to volleyball. Parking can be hard to come by, but once you arrive, you'll see that the trouble was well worth it. Of all the San Diego beaches, this feels the most family-oriented. It's not a quick in-and-out destination, but worth it for a beach day with the kids. 

Read Full Article Here!

There’s always something exciting for toddlers to explore here, from our picturesque parks to our sandy shores. 

Read Blog Here!

Read our 'Hidden Gems' article in the Encinitas Advocate!

Read Full Article Here!

Come Get Your Encinitas Merch & Iconic Encinitas Magazine!

Stop by our office to grab our new Encinitas Merch! We have hoodies,

t-shirts, beanies, mugs, hats. and our new 'Mr.Encinitas' Postcards.

Get Your Digital Copy Here

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Google reviews help us to serve you better, learn about your experience with the Chamber and to gain more notoriety on Google.


The Chamber would love to hear from you.


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Sip - n - Sea Cafe

SDCCU Stuff the Bus is Collecting Monetary Donations for Back-to-School Supplies for the More Than 20,000 Students.

 

From June 26 to July 31, donate online or at any Jersey Mike’s store location in San Diego County

Donate Here!

Tramonto Music Festival

A captivating evening of classical music featuring performances by renowned musicians on violin, piano, cello, and clarinet, showcasing compositions by Morricone, Respighi, Bacalov, Saint-Saëns, Liszt, Sollima, and Rota.

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TrueCare

Saturday, August 12

9:00am – 12:00pm

TrueCare San Marcos

150 Valpreda Rd., San Marcos, CA 92069

 

Join us for our annual family-friendly health fair and breast milk drive with FREE goodies for attendees and fun activities for the kids! There will be giveaways and prizes for the entire family.

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Encinitas Preservation Association

Encinitas Preservation Association Presents the Historical Bus Tour - Featuring the historic 1886 Bumann Ranch and 60+ Historical Points.

Get Tickets Here!

Senior Citizen Commission Survey

The Encinitas Senior Citizen Commission seeks your feedback on programs and activities for the adult 50+ community. We invite you to share your honest input on the following 10 questions.

Take Survey Here!

Encinitas Smoking Ordinance

New smoking rules will take effect within the City of Encinitas on Tuesday, July 11, banning smoking and vaping in all public places. This new law follows in the footsteps of many other Southern California communities, including Santa Barbara, Beverly Hills and Manhattan Beach. 

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Candidate Academy

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New Rad Maps!

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. Posters, Encinitas Magazine center spread, stickers, apparel and our Interactive Mega Maps will get you exposure to locals & visitors all year round. Every map has a scan code & SmartMap.

Sign Up Here!

Mira Costa College

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

More Community Events
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SCAM ALERT

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. 

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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.


Visit Business Portal

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!

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Is Organic Produce Worth It?


Learn why organic costs more and if it’s better for you.

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Click below to access all of SBDCs workshops and resources.

More SBDC Resources


COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT GRANT


Applications are being accepted for the Community Enhancement ARPA Augmentation Grant and Neighborhood Reinvestment Program. In addition, the County Board of Supervisors allocated over $25 million dollars for small business and non-profits that have been impacted by Covid-19 (less than 20 employees).


1) Community Enhancement ARPA Augmentation Grants: Community Enhancement Grant Eligibility (sandiegocounty.gov) **Online Application


2) Neighborhood Reinvestment Grants: Neighborhood Reinvestment Program (sandiegocounty.gov) **PDF application on website with instructions. 


3) Small Business Grant: Small Business Grant Eligibility (sandiegocounty.gov) 

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. 

Learn More Here!
County of San Diego Microbusiness Grant Program

CUT COSTS ON YOUR SUMMER ENERGY BILL!


When the weather heats up, your energy use will likely rise, too. Here are some helpful tips and tools to help you conserve energy this summer and become a power pro!

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Clean Off-Road Equipment Voucher Incentive Program (CORE) is now open for qualified Small Landscaping Businesses!

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Do you feel like you’re overwhelmingly busy? Like there is not enough time in the day, and your schedule is ever growing? Join us for this workshop as we explore time management in new ways.

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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.

Upcoming Workshops!

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.

Learn More!

Americans Abroad: Tax Obligations and Reporting Requirements FREE Webinar! TODAY!


Register Here!

Mission Driven Finance and the Council for Supplier Diversity have partnered to provide local diverse-owned small businesses access to flexible funding to help them grow and compete for municipal and corporate contracts.

Borrower Inquiry Form

Founders First is committed to increasing the number of diverse founder-led businesses generating over $1 million dollars in revenues and creating premium wage jobs.


Grant recipients will be selected based on their demonstrated ability to maintain and grow their workforce despite the pandemic, as well as their ongoing commitment to creating premium wage jobs in their communities.


Email socal.jobcreators@foundersfirstcdc.org with any questions about the Job Creators Quest Grant, or apply below.

Apply for Southern California Job Creators Quest Grant
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