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January Networking Mixer
Old Vine Kitchen & Bar
Wed. Jan 24th I 5:30pm-7:30pm
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Join us for our first networking event of the year at Old Vine Kitchen & Bar at The CAMP on Wednesday, January 24th from 5:30pm - 7:30pm.
Come exchange leads, build business relationships, and get to know our CostaMazing business community! Complimentary hors d'oeuvres will be provided courtesy of Old Vine Kitchen & Bar.
This event is being co-sponsored by Chamber Member and Ambassador Scott Hawley, New York Life.
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Rise & Shine Costa Mesa
Featuring: Police Chief Ron Lawrence
Wed. Jan 31st I 7am - 8:30pm
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Rise & Shine with the Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce as we host an exclusive breakfast meeting featuring our honored guest, Chief of Police Ron Lawrence. This is your opportunity to connect with law enforcement leadership, gain valuable insights into community safety, and build relationships with fellow business professionals.
What to Expect:
- Learn about the recent grant awarded to the Costa Mesa Police Department to combat retail crime theft
- Engage in a meaningful conversation with Chief Ron Lawrence on matters crucial to our community.
- Learn about the latest initiatives in ensuring safety and security in Costa Mesa.
- Network with fellow chamber members and local business leaders over a delicious breakfast.
This Rise & Shine event promises to be an informative and collaborative morning, fostering connections that contribute to the prosperity of our vibrant community. Don't miss this opportunity to meet Chief Ron Lawrence and be part of the conversation shaping the future of Costa Mesa.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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SBA Growth Accelerator Fund Competition Opens January 8th to Support Innovation Ecosystem Building Across the Country | |
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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is hosting its 2024 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition (GAFC), which offers a total of more than $5M in prize awards to organizations seeking to foster a national innovation support ecosystem that advances small business research and development (R&D) from ideas to the commercial market. The application portal is now open.
Stage One Submission Period: Jan. 8 – Feb. 16
For GAFC Guidelines and Application Portal: https://www.americasseedfund.us/accelerators
2024 Prizes awarded in Two Stages
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Stage One: $50,000 cash prizes awarded to organizations (“Catalysts”) for ecosystem-building activities, including recruitment of new partners, and strengthening existing alliances among stakeholders (including public, private, non-profit, and academic partners).
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Stage Two: Offers an additional $50,000 to $150,000 in cash prizes to eligible Stage One winners to provide direct assistance to entrepreneurs, small businesses, and startups that are looking to commercialize
Applicants are asked to align their application with one of the following GAFC Theme Areas:
National and Economic Security, including but not limited to:
- National Security and Defense
- Artificial Intelligence
- Microelectronics
- Advanced Computing and Software
- Quantum Computing
- Human-Machine Interfaces
- Other Critical and Emerging Technologies
Domestic Manufacturing and Production, including but not limited to:
- Advanced Manufacturing R&D
- Supply Chain Resiliency
- Critical and Resilient Infrastructure
- AgTech and Agricultural Innovation
- Other Supply Chain, Infrastructure, and Manufacturing Technologies
Sustainability and Biotechnology, including but not limited to:
- Energy and Sustainability
- Biotechnology
- Climate and Environment
- Public Health
- Renewable Energy Generation and Storage
- Electric Vehicles
- Blue Economy
- Other Climate, Energy, and Life Science Technologies
Additional Resources
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What’s Happening in SBA OCIE’s Tri – County
(Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino)
Webinars – Hybrid – In-Person Events
Weekly Roundup - January 21st – January 27th
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State Finance Director Projects Slow Economic Growth; No New Tax Increases Planned | California is expected to see slow but steady revenue growth in the 2024-2025 fiscal year, requiring state leaders to cover a $37.8 billion budget | | | |
2024 IRS Mileage Rate Increase | Labor Code Section 2802 requires employers to reimburse employees for all reasonable and necessary business expenses, such as using a personal vehicle for work purposes. California’s Labor Commissioner considers the IRS mileage reimbursement rate to be “r | | | |
Southern California inflation fell sharply in 2023 - but it's not cured | The Federal Reserve's war on inflation - powered by interest-rate hikes - has modestly cooled the economy and that chill has moderated price hikes. | | | |
20% of Southern California offices are empty. Where are the most vacancies? | The five-county region had 81 million vacant offices out of 398 million square feet of supply - a 20% vacancy rate. | | | |
OC Restaurant Week 2024 Lineup Announced | |
Sunday, March 3 - Saturday, March 9 | |
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On February 1st, indulge in an exhilarating evening as Descanso's skilled Planchero Chefs craft delectable courses right at your table, perfectly paired with exceptional Tequilas!
Immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind journey through the vibrant flavors of our Mexican cuisine and spirits, promising an unforgettable experience for your palate.
Make Your Reservation Before the Spots Fill UP!
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Popular plant-based San Diego County restaurant opens its first Orange County location | Jessica and Davin Waite, the husband-wife team behind The Plot, a plant-based slash seafood restaurant in Carlsbad and Oceanside, have been leaders in San Diego's food scene for over a decade. Now they're coming to Orange County. | | | |
OC Fair 2024: Pacific Amphitheatre adds Chris Young, UB40 and Kool & The Gang | Tickets for the shows happening at the Costa Mesa venue go on sale Saturday, Jan. 20. | | | |
OC Animal Care makes public viewing hours of shelter kennels permanent | For three hours a day the shelter will allow visitors to wander kennels to see if a cat or dog catches their eye. | | | |
Joby Aviation electric air taxi charger coming to John Wayne Airport | The installation is part of Clay Lacy Aviation's $100 million redevelopment of its fixed-based operator terminal at the airport. | | | |
Tam T. Nguyen of Fountain Valley to Serve as New OCTA Chair | The OCTA Board of Directors rang in the new year by unanimously electing Tam T. Nguyen as its new chair. Nguyen, a Fountain Valley resident, is a... | | | |
California ends COVID isolation rule for asymptomatic cases as winter infections climb | California relaxed its COVID-19 isolation guidelines just as infections for the respiratory virus increased. Symptom-free people can go to work or school. | | | |
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What's your vision?
Help decide the future of what should happen at the 121-acre Fairview Developmental Center as it transitions into a mixed-use, mixed-income housing community.
The draft Vision and Guiding Principles have been placed on the City's Fairview Developmental Center webpage for review.
At the next workshops on Jan, 23, 25 and 29, participants will be invited to share their thoughts on the drafts, and we will ultimately craft a vision statement and principles based on the feedback we receive.
Please visit the City's webpage here for more.
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