720 N Broadway
Escondido, CA 92025

January 23 , 2019
UPCOMING ESCONDIDO CHAMBER  EVENTS


Ribbon Cutting
The Spice & Tea Exchange
200 E. Via Rancho Parkway
Suite 229
Friday, February 1st
10:00am - 10:30am



Ribbon Cutting
My San Diego North County @ the Escondido Chamber of Commerce
720 N. Broadway
Monday, February 11th
4:00pm - 4:30pm

2019 State of the City Address...Presented by the Escondido Chamber of Commerce


California Center for the Arts
340 N. Escondido Blvd.
Wednesday, February 27th
7:30am - 9:00am

MEMBER EVENTS
Child Abuse Prevention Seminar 1/25/19

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Assistance League 
Action Week

Book Drive 2019
Drop off here @ Chamber
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2019 Restaurant Week is Almost Here!

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Free Family Music Festival

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2019 Escondido Chocolate Festival 


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Fundraiser Benefiting the Police Athletic League 

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Federal & State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar

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Looking for Office Space?
Chamber building
If you're in need of office space, then look no further. We have a vacancy here at the Chamber of Commerce building!
Address:
720 N. Broadway
Escondido, CA 92025


    
Rorie Johnston

I don't think a week goes by without a conversation regarding parking in downtown Escondido. 

Some say parking is an issue; others say it is a perceived issue. 

So who is right?

Parking in Escondido has changed over the century. I have no doubt that in 1888 there was ample space to tie your horse up. But as transportation evolved and the population increased, the once open streets are more congested and an open parking space directly in front of your favorite restaurant, gift shop or hair salon may be taken by anther patron. 

In comparison, drive to San Diego and you will pay a hefty fee to park. Then, you will most likely walk a few blocks to reach your destination. 

Also, other modes of transportation are becoming the norm. Though Escondido does not have the pay-for-use bicycles and scooters, we do have UBER and LYFT. 

The mantra for the business owners is WE NEED MORE PARKING. However, for the retiring and younger generation, proximity to a walkable downtown is their lifestyle preference, no vehicle required. 

Do we have a need today for more parking? Maybe. However, looking at trends and planning for the future of Escondido will be of the most value. People on two feet tend to shop more than those driving by.  

I must admit that I have never circled downtown Escondido and left because I could not find parking. 


Sincerely,

Rorie Johnston
CEO
Escondido Chamber of Commerce
CHAMBER  EVENTS & SPONSORED EVENTS
It's Time to Wake Up Escondido!
   
New Format...New Location...FRIDAY MORNING @ The Chamber! 

Wake Up Escondido gives you a chance to mix, mingle and network with Chamber Members and Business Leaders as you enjoy breakfast at this dynamic monthly event. Your business will have the opportunity to highlight its achievements and services to a group of gathered professionals from various industries.

This Month: 
Our featured speaker will be Eddie Tisnado, Founder & CEO of  Local Marketing Suite, Inc . His focus will be "The Important Factors for Internet Marketing in 2019", and he'll be discussing what internet marketing looks like in 2019, clarifying the internet marketing terms currently being used, and will let you know one of the most important marketing factors you must know for your business to succeed. 

Please join us at the Chamber of Commerce on Friday, January 25th at 7:30am for this important workshop and networking opportunity that will present valuable information and tools for you and your business to implement immediately. 

REVISED DATE = Tuesday, January 29th

Would you like to have an informal conversation with our new Mayor?
    
That is what will be happening at our first Coffee Exchange of the new year on Tuesday morning, January 29th, here at the Chamber of Commerce starting at 7:30am. Please plan to join us for an engaging discussion.

Mayor Paul "Mac" McNamara will be joining Chamber Members to talk about his recent election, how his first 100 days in office are going, his immediate priorities, and what he sees for the future of Escondido. 
 

Sponsored by AT&T
ESCONDIDO LOCAL NEWS & HAPPENINGS
CDFA Accepting Grant Applications for Climate Smart Ag Programs
   
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is now accepting grant applications for climate smart agriculture incentives programs administered by its Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation (OEFI) and funded by SB 5 and California Climate Investments. Appropriations for these four grant programs total $134 million. 
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Interested in Joining a Team That's Been Around for over 100 years?!
   
The Escondido Chamber's Ambassadors have been a key to the success of the Chamber of Commerce since 1919...over a hundred years now!
The Ambassadors are a diverse group of member volunteers who assist Chamber leadership and are actively involved in Chamber events and programs focused on developing communications and fostering effective business relationships among the members. Applicants must be current members in good standing with the Chamber. 
Here's a video that explains a litte more:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEna_NUNs6M
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CONNECT WITH US
        Chris Cochran, Marketing & Development Director
        760-745-2125
        chris@escondidochamber.org

        Tina Inscoe, Membership Executive
        760-745-2125
        tina@escondidochamber.org


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