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Wednesday, May 15, 2019
Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Fugu Ice Cream ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS BeachFront Only Vacation Rentals Masterteach, Inc Oceanside Rotary Club Oceanside Friends of The Arts Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Frontwave Credit Union Receives 4 Diamond Awards for Marketing Excellence   Stater Bros. Honors Truck Drivers for Safety Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk Gems N Loans Sales Clerk Purple Heart Originals, LLC Digital Printer Operator Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 5/17/2019 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Plates for 8at Beach Break Cafe 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation 5/19/2019 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM Vista Community Clinic5K Fun Run/Walk 5/19/2019 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Assistance League of the North Coast Chapter House Grand Opening 5/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at the Breakfast Club Diner 6/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 6/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 6/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 6/12/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Heroes Reception 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Too Costly for the State Budget? Employers Have Budgets Too! (Source: CalChamber) On May 17, 2019 the Senate and Assembly appropriations committee will weigh the fiscal impact of all bills in the suspense file and determine which bills will move out of suspense to the floor. The appropriations committees’ focus is the cost impact of any bill to the state. The higher the cost to the state, the less likely the bill will move off the suspense file.  While state costs are considered during this process, costs on the private sector are not. A great example of this dynamic is with regard to bills related to health care. More details. Oceanside Hire Local Survey & Business Roundtable The City of Oceanside is interested in hearing from Oceanside businesses regarding their employment outlook and hiring practices, and the level of interest in a potential City hiring incentive. Please take a moment to fill out this short 14 question survey. Please feel free to share with other Oceanside businesses as we would like as much input as possible from the Oceanside business community. You are also invited to attend a Business Roundtable on this topic on May 16, from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at Gilead Science Conference Center, 4100 Avenida De La Plata. (You can RSVP to the Business Round Table In the survey question 13. and 13.a) Thank you for your investment in Oceanside and for taking the time to share your input. Take the survey.  Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation This Saturday! Saturday, May 18, 2019 11:00AM - 4:00PM Downtown Oceanside Oceanside Civic Center Plaza and Pier View Way Operation Appreciation has a NEW LOCATION.  This event will span over 3 blocks in downtown Oceanside and will begin near the corner of Pier View Way and Coast Highway. Free parking is available in the Civic Center Parking Structure as well as the Transit Center parking structure. Thousands of active duty military, their family and dependents are treated to a day of free food, entertainment and a fun zone for kids. The fun begins at 11:00 a.m. and last until 4:00 p.m. The day consists of a host of activities: including a great children's fun zone with inflatable jumps, rock climbing wall, kid's crafts, activities and face painting. All Active Duty Military and their dependents must bring an Active Duty Military ID Card to get unlimited rides, activities, and a free lunch. This event is open to the public, and food and fun zone tickets available for purchase. Entertainment can be enjoyed by all who attend. More details. Event sponsorship information.  5K Fun Run/Walk to Benefit Local Community Health Center, VCC Sunday, May 19, 2019 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM  South Ponto Beach Carlsbad, CA 92024 North County San Diego based Vista Community Clinic (VCC) will be holding its second annual charity fun run/walk next month on Sunday May 19th at South Ponto Beach in Carlsbad. The 5k fun run/walk event will begin with registration at 7:00 a.m., and will benefit the health center directly. Registration for the event is $30 per adult, $10 for children 6-12, and free for kids 5 and under. All proceeds will go toward the programs and services VCC provides to the communities served. Participants will receive a race shirt, goody bag, and breakfast following the event, and all ages are welcome to run, walk, ride, scoot, or skate on a short, scenic course along the coast. Dogs on leashes are also invited to join in. More details. Assistance League of the North Coast Chapter House Grand Opening Sunday, May 19, 2019 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Assistance League of the North Coast Chapter House 1816 Ste. F ​​​​​Oceanside Blvd. Oceanside, CA 92054 For many years ALNC members have had to manage the business of the organization from a small cramped space shared with the Thrift Shop. On May 19 members will celebrate the expansion of the business to now include a proper Chapter House where board meetings, program meetings and guests can be invited to conduct business and share information about ALNC. Program supplies have been moved from rented storage units to convenient and usable space within the Chapter House. Conference tables and chairs have been arranged to invite members and guests to visit and work together.  Please join us on May 19 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for a celebration of our growth and our success with helping and supporting students. The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be facilitating the ribbon cutting ceremony at 2:30pm. More details.  Chamber to Honor Local Police, Firefighters, Lifeguards and Teachers at Oceanside Heroes Reception Wednesday, June 12, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Oceanside Museum of Art  704 Pier View Way  Oceanside, CA 92054 On Wednesday, June 12, 2019, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at the Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA, 92054, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will take profound pleasure in presenting the 4th Annual Oceanside Heroes Reception Ceremony. The Chamber has committed to annually recognize, honor and pay tribute to Oceanside's dedicated and deserving firefighters, police officers, teachers and lifeguards. The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce commends these public servants as individuals who truly merit praise. More details and registration. Sponsorship packet. Scholarship donations.  Last Chance to Register for the 2019 China Trip  In October of 2019 the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be leading a trip to China. The trip is open to all who are interested at a cost of $2099 (single occupancy). The Trip Includes... Roundtrip international airfare & Chinese domestic airfare & tax​​​​​ 4-and 5-star hotel accommodations 3 meals each day Deluxe bus tours  Fluent English-speaking tour guides Entrance fees for attractions The deadline to reserve your spot is Friday, May 31st! Final payments and paperwork can be submitted to Tracy Chin at the Chamber offices. She can be reached by email at Tracy@OceansideChamber.com, or by phone at (760) 722-1534 *103. More details and registration information.  Chamber Joins Coalition in Opposition to Job Killer Bill The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce has joined a coalition of business organizations in Opposition to AB1066 (Gonzalez). This bill would overturn more than 70 years of precedent by charging employers to provide unemployment insurance (UI) to workers during labor disputes and create additional solvency issues for California’s UI system. View opposition letter. April Emerging Issues Forum Provides Federal Legislative Updates April’s forum provided attendees with a detailed update on federal legislative issues impacting businesses and the Oceanside community as a whole. Providing the update was Jennings Imel, Executive Director at the Western Regional Office of the US Chamber of Commerce. To begin his presentation, Imel gave an overview of the 2018 midterm elections, discussing the key departures, additions and takeaways in both the House and the Senate. Within the House, the 2018 midterm elections saw the second highest number of House departures since 1970. At 73 departures, 51 Republicans and 22 Democrats, 21% of the House is new with 93 new freshmen. The Senate, however, saw 3 retirements, Jeff Flake, Bob Corker and Orrin Hatch. With these new retirements and roles, almost half of the 2010 GOP is gone, leaving Democrats in control of the House and Republicans in control of the Senate. More details.  Reach Thousands of Potential Customers Through Direct Mail Distribution of Oceanside Quarterly Journal Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights.For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Loweoror Kristi Warwick at the Oceanside Chamber at 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit. Download Advertising Agreement.  Hiring Our Heroes - Military Spouse Economic Empowerment Zones The U.S. Chamber Foundations’ Hiring Our Heroes Program aims to increase employers efforts in hiring military spouses who currently have an unemployment rate of a shocking four times higher than their civilian counterparts. Throughout this month, numerous events are being hosted in the San Diego area to help military spouses in finding employment opportunities. In addition to these events, “Hire 100K Spouses” is an initiative under the Hiring Our Heroes Program which allows companies to “report their hires” upon or after hiring military spouses and share that they are committed to doing so now and in the future. More details. San Diego's Farms and Foods... Brought to You by Water! San Diego may be known nationwide for its beautiful beaches and unbeatable year - round weather, but what many people don’t realize is that many of the avocados in their tacos, the lettuce and tomatoes in their salad, and the potted plants for their yard are all grown right here in San Diego County. With more than 5,500 local farms employing thousands of San Diegans, the local $4.8 billion agriculture industry is thriving – and it’s all possible because of the safe and reliable water supply provided by the San Diego County Water Authority and its member agencies along with our famously perfect climate. More details.​​ One More Customer Webcast - Entrepreneurial Leadership: Culture, Core Values, Cash Flow Friday, May 31, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber of Commerce  928 N Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Jason Russell is a serial entrepreneur, business leader, and managing partner of a leading small technology firm. His varied experience and years of successfully building companies from the ground up has given him insights into process, culture, cash flow, and more that can help your business. Tune in as Jason shares some of his keys to: Identifying your core values and cultivating them in your business How and why small companies like his – and yours – can pursue and win much larger clients Developing company culture as you grow and identifying the right hires Developing a relationship approach that generates consistent cash flow. More details. When You Use Energy Will Matter this Year  Throughout California, businesses are already paying electricity costs based on when it’s used. Residential households will start making the switch to Time-of-Use pricing plans in March. These plans give you more choice and control for managing your energy use. With these plans, prices are lower all day except between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. More details.  During Small Business Week, IRS Spotlights Expanded Tax Benefits for Depreciation and Expensing  During Small Business Week, the Internal Revenue Service is highlighting tax reform changes that impact depreciation and expensing for nearly every business. In some cases, these changes allow small business owners and the self-employed to write off the cost of machinery, equipment and other property more quickly. This year, National Small Business Week is May 5-11. For more than 50 years, the week has recognized the important contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. The IRS is reminding small businesses and self-employed individuals about tax benefits and reporting rules. More details. Labor Compliance in a Day ​​​​​​Thursday, May 23, 2019 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This workshops training topics include Government Contracting including: California Prevailing Wage 101, discussing the history of labor code, subcontractors vs general contractors and penalties and enforcement, a step-by-step how to for DIR Registry, Wage Determinations & Classifications, Certified Payroll & Related forms, Fringe Benefits, and Process Flow & Best Practice. More details and registration.  Free Banner for Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Please reach out to Alphagraphics Oceanside and ask for Chris. Mention this ad and you will receive a free 6’ x 3’ Grand Opening Banner for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. All you need is your logo and a description of what you would like to say on the banner. You can reach Chris at: Alphagraphics Oceanside, 1920 Oceanside Blvd. #2, Oceanside, CA 92054, by phone760-722-1485 or by email at chris.weiner@alphagraphics.com. More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, May 17, 2019 9:00 am - 11:30 pm, Beach Break Cafe RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Breakfast Club Diner RSVP to Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  *Notice to Members The Oceanside Chamber’s 2018 Year end financials have been approved by the Chamber board and are available for review upon request with 2-day advance notice at the Chamber office.    Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, May 8, 2019
Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Center for Stress Recovery and Resilience Western Dental Kids ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Amerillum Brands - A Light Brookdale Carlsbad Hass Team Realty - Robbie Calderon-Hass Hobie Cat Company Hunter Steakhouse of Oceanside iFly Oceanside Cramer Jackson LOL - Life of Liberty Merrill Gardens at Oceanside Quality Inn & Suites Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Appoints Frontwave Credit Union CEO Bill Birnie as Chairman of the Board   San Diego County Employees’ Charitable Organization Awards Boys & GirlsClubs of Oceanside Two Science Lab Tables   Goodwill Industries Week Job Fairs and Employer Panel   Studio Ace Mother's Day Gift Specials Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Gems N Loans Sales Clerk FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available ​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Breakwater Brewing Co. 5/17/2019 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Plates for 8at Fat Joe's O'side 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation 5/19/2019 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM Vista Community Clinic5K Fun Run/Walk 5/19/2019 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Assistance League of the North Coast Chapter House Grand Opening 5/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at the Breakfast Club Diner 6/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 6/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 6/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 6/12/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Heroes Reception 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Oceanside Hire Local Survey & Business Roundtable The City of Oceanside is interested in hearing from Oceanside businesses regarding their employment outlook and hiring practices, and the level of interest in a potential City hiring incentive. Please take a moment to fill out this short 14 question survey. Please feel free to share with other Oceanside businesses as we would like as much input as possible from the Oceanside business community. You are also invited to attend a Business Roundtable on this topic on May 16, from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at Gilead Science Conference Center, 4100 Avenida De La Plata. (You can RSVP to the Business Round Table In the survey question 13. and 13.a) Thank you for your investment in Oceanside and for taking the time to share your input. Take the survey.  Job Creator Housing Bill Narrowly Passes Senate Committee (Source: CalChamber) Legislation identified by the California Chamber of Commerce as a job creator because it will minimize frivolous litigation that blocks infill housing projects won bipartisan approval from a Senate policy committee and is headed for a vote by the entire Senate. The Senate Judiciary Committee approved SB 659 (Borgeas; R-Fresno) on a vote of 5-4 on April 30. In testimony to the committee, CalChamber Policy Advocate Adam Regele noted that the bill is “narrowly crafted to protect crucial housing from meritless frivolous lawsuits.” The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) is used sometimes by special interest and community groups to delay, scale back or halt projects for reasons unrelated to the environment. More details.  Military Affairs Forum Tomorrow! Thursday, May 09, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key issues relating to Oceanside's relationship with Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and the servicemembers serving on the base. This month's speakers are Kynan T. Henderson (K.T.), USO Camp Pendleton Pathfinder Site Manager and retired U.S.M.C. and Maria Paige, Program Director at Armed Services YMCA Camp Pendleton. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 2nd Thursday of every other month (odd numbered months), from 8am to 9:00am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details.  New Member Breakfast This Friday! Friday, May 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber’s New Member Breakfast provides a focused presentation about maximizing your membership. Learn about various opportunities to increase your visibility and to build valuable connections in the community. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards to pass around. Breakfast will be provided at no cost! *Please Note: RSVP is required, as space is limited. Reservations are limited to one representative per company. More details and registration.  Business After Hours at Breakwater Brewing Co. Tuesday, May 14, 2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM  Breakwater Brewing Co.  101 N. Coast Hwy. #C-140  Oceanside, CA 92054 Join the Oceanside Chamber for Business After Hours on the Second Tuesday of every other month from 5:00 - 6:30pm. This is a free, casual meet up for local business community members. Business After Hours is open to Chamber Members and Non-members, so bring a friend and make new ones. This month's venue is Breakwater Brewing Co. Breakwater opened its doors in July of 2008, on the corner of Pacific Coast Hwy and Seagaze Drive in downtown Oceanside, just steps away from the town’s iconic pier. The restaurant started brewing beer early in 2009, and has been delighting local regulars and visitors ever since. Have some questions? Contact Membership Coordinator, Emerald Lowe, at Emerald@oceansidechamber.com or call (760) 722-1534 x 110. More details and registration. Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Saturday, May 18, 2019 11:00AM - 4:00PM Downtown Oceanside Oceanside Civic Center Plaza and Pier View Way Operation Appreciation has a NEW LOCATION.  This event will span over 3 blocks in downtown Oceanside and will begin near the corner of Pier View Way and Coast Highway. Free parking is available in the Civic Center Parking Structure as well as the Transit Center parking structure. Thousands of active duty military, their family and dependents are treated to a day of free food, entertainment and a fun zone for kids. The fun begins at 11:00 a.m. and last until 4:00 p.m. The day consists of a host of activities: including a great children's fun zone with inflatable jumps, rock climbing wall, kid's crafts, activities and face painting. All Active Duty Military and their dependents must bring an Active Duty Military ID Card to get unlimited rides, activities, and a free lunch. This event is open to the public, and food and fun zone tickets available for purchase. Entertainment can be enjoyed by all who attend. More details. Event sponsorship information.  5K Fun Run/Walk to Benefit Local Community Health Center, VCC Sunday, May 19, 2019 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM  South Ponto Beach Carlsbad, CA 92024 North County San Diego based Vista Community Clinic (VCC) will be holding its second annual charity fun run/walk next month on Sunday May 19th at South Ponto Beach in Carlsbad. The 5k fun run/walk event will begin with registration at 7:00 a.m., and will benefit the health center directly. Registration for the event is $30 per adult, $10 for children 6-12, and free for kids 5 and under. All proceeds will go toward the programs and services VCC provides to the communities served. Participants will receive a race shirt, goody bag, and breakfast following the event, and all ages are welcome to run, walk, ride, scoot, or skate on a short, scenic course along the coast. Dogs on leashes are also invited to join in. More details. Assistance League of the North Coast Chapter House Grand Opening Sunday, May 19, 2019 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Assistance League of the North Coast Chapter House 1816 Ste. F ​​​​​Oceanside Blvd. Oceanside, CA 92054 For many years ALNC members have had to manage the business of the organization from a small cramped space shared with the Thrift Shop. On May 19 members will celebrate the expansion of the business to now include a proper Chapter House where board meetings, program meetings and guests can be invited to conduct business and share information about ALNC. Program supplies have been moved from rented storage units to convenient and usable space within the Chapter House. Conference tables and chairs have been arranged to invite members and guests to visit and work together.  Please join us on May 19 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for a celebration of our growth and our success with helping and supporting students. The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be facilitating the ribbon cutting ceremony at 2:30pm. More details. Chamber to Honor Local Police, Firefighters, Lifeguards and Teachers at Oceanside Heroes Reception Wednesday, June 12, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Oceanside Museum of Art  704 Pier View Way  Oceanside, CA 92054 On Wednesday, June 12, 2019, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at the Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA, 92054, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will take profound pleasure in presenting the 4th Annual Oceanside Heroes Reception Ceremony. The Chamber has committed to annually recognize, honor and pay tribute to Oceanside's dedicated and deserving firefighters, police officers, teachers and lifeguards. The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce commends these public servants as individuals who truly merit praise. More details and registration. Sponsorship packet. Scholarship donations.  Last Chance to Register for the 2019 China Trip  In October of 2019 the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be leading a trip to China. The trip is open to all who are interested at a cost of $2099 (single occupancy). The Trip Includes... Roundtrip international airfare & Chinese domestic airfare & tax​​​​​ 4-and 5-star hotel accommodations 3 meals each day Deluxe bus tours  Fluent English-speaking tour guides Entrance fees for attractions The deadline to reserve your spot is Friday, May 31st! Final payments and paperwork can be submitted to Tracy Chin at the Chamber offices. She can be reached by email at Tracy@OceansideChamber.com, or by phone at (760) 722-1534 *103. More details and registration information.  Reach Thousands of Potential Customers Through Direct Mail Distribution of Oceanside Quarterly Journal Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights.For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Loweoror Kristi Warwick at the Oceanside Chamber at 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit. Download Advertising Agreement.  San Diego's Farms and Foods... Brought to You by Water! San Diego may be known nationwide for its beautiful beaches and unbeatable year - round weather, but what many people don’t realize is that many of the avocados in their tacos, the lettuce and tomatoes in their salad, and the potted plants for their yard are all grown right here in San Diego County. With more than 5,500 local farms employing thousands of San Diegans, the local $4.8 billion agriculture industry is thriving – and it’s all possible because of the safe and reliable water supply provided by the San Diego County Water Authority and its member agencies along with our famously perfect climate. More details.​​ Receive an SDG&E Bill Credit for Clean Driving For the third consecutive year, electric vehicle drivers in SDG&E’s service area may be eligible for a bill credit on their energy bill for driving clean. If you drive an all-electric or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, you may qualify for the annual Electric Vehicle Climate Credit (EVCC). This credit is part of a statewide program administered by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in California. ​“More and more people are making the switch to plug-in vehicles because they see many advantages beyond environmental benefits, including performance and fuel savings,” said Mike Schneider, SDG&E’s vice president of clean transportation and asset management. “The progress our region is making in clean transportation is a sign that we are moving in the right direction to build a clean air and clean energy future.” More details. With New SALT limit, IRS Explains Tax Treatment of State and Local Tax Refunds  The Internal Revenue Service today clarified the tax treatment of state and local tax refunds arising from any year in which the new limit on the state and local tax (SALT) deduction is in effect. In Revenue Ruling 2019-11, posted today on IRS.gov, the IRS provided four examples illustrating how the long-standing tax benefit rule interacts with the new SALT limit to determine the portion of any state or local tax refund that must be included on the taxpayer’s federal income tax return. Today’s announcement does not affect state tax refunds received in 2018 for tax returns currently being filed. More details. Labor Compliance in a Day ​​​​​​Thursday, May 23, 2019 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This workshops training topics include Government Contracting including: California Prevailing Wage 101, discussing the history of labor code, subcontractors vs general contractors and penalties and enforcement, a step-by-step how to for DIR Registry, Wage Determinations & Classifications, Certified Payroll & Related forms, Fringe Benefits, and Process Flow & Best Practice. More details and registration. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, May 17, 2019 9:00 am - 11:30 pm, Fat Joe's O'side RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Breakfast Club Diner RSVP to Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, May 1, 2019
Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Weekly Oceanside Chamber eNewsletter

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Money Mailer of North Coastal Oceanside Physical Therapy Staples - Oceanside #0759 ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS AFLAC - Rusty Smith Cinematic Arts & Sound Greater Tri Cities IPA Medical Group Jakprints JaniExpress Sunny Day Tutoring Service Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS MiraCosta Community College District Awards Construction Contract for Iconic New Monument Sign at its Community Learning Center Site   Free Comic Book Day May 4th!   Mother's Day Pancake Breakfast at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside! Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Gems N Loans Sales Clerk FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk ​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 5/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/2/2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Unite North County Coastal Luncheon 5/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/8/2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM North County Employers Internship Workshop 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Breakwater Brewing Co. 5/17/2019 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Plates for 8at Fat Joe's O'side 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation 5/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at the Breakfast Club Diner 6/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 6/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 6/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 6/12/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Heroes Reception 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser California Law Prohibits Questions About Gender on Job Applications (Source: CalChamber) Our job application asks applicants to state their gender. Is that allowed under California law? California law prohibits employers from asking, either directly or indirectly, about an individual’s sex or gender. Therefore, job applications should not include any questions about an applicant’s sex or gender. For employers who must request information about sex or gender for legally required government reporting (such as EEO-1 Reports), the disclosure of that information must be voluntary. In addition, you can’t discriminate against someone who refuses to provide that information. More details.  Emerging Issues Forum Tomorrow! Thursday, May 02, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Emerging Issues Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key community issues, interact with legislative representatives and receive updates on legislative items impacting business. In May, our featured speaker will be Katie Scanlan, Public Affairs Manager at San Diego Gas & Electric. Come learn about the evolving energy landscape and why the State is transitioning eligible residential customers to Time-of-Use pricing plans. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 1st Thursday ,of every month, from 8am to 9:30am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details. CalChamber - Sponsored Bill to Protect Businesses from Predatory Lawsuits Passes (Source: CalChamber) Legislation sponsored by the California Chamber of Commerce to help educate businesses and protect them from predatory lawsuits passed an Assembly committee last week with unanimous support. AB 1607 (Boerner Horvath; D-Encinitas) will provide notice about the Gender Tax Repeal Act to businesses when they obtain a business license. The Gender Tax Repeal Act precludes businesses from charging different prices for services based upon gender and requires a select list of businesses (tailors, barbers, hair salons, dry cleaners) to post a notice of pricing for the standard services provided. More details. First Tuesday Coffee Tuesday, May 07, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber   928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Chamber's "First Tuesday Coffee" is a great networking opportunity and is open to chamber members and prospective members*. There is no cost to attend for members. Our format for the "First Tuesday Coffee" is roundtable "self-introductions", so come prepared to meet some great local business people and to tell them more about your business. Also be sure to bring plenty of business cards. The event takes place from 8am to 9am at the Chamber office, 928 North Coast Highway in Oceanside. You can reserve your space online or RSVP to Emerald Lowe at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com. More details. North County Employers Internship Workshop Wednesday, May 8, 2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM  North Coastal Live Well Health Center  1701 Mission Ave  Oceanside, CA 92058 Expand your business and serve the community by establishing an internship program! Interns increase your productivity, boost brand visibility, and provide future talent. Help our youth gain essential job skills, begin to build a network, and receive mentoring. More details and registration.  Military Affairs Forum Thursday, May 09, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key issues relating to Oceanside's relationship with Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and the servicemembers serving on the base. This month's speakers are Kynan T. Henderson (K.T.), USO Camp Pendleton Pathfinder Site Manager and retired U.S.M.C. and Maria Paige, Program Director at Armed Services YMCA Camp Pendleton. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 2nd Thursday of every other month (odd numbered months), from 8am to 9:00am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details.  New Member Breakfast Friday, May 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber’s New Member Breakfast provides a focused presentation about maximizing your membership. Learn about various opportunities to increase your visibility and to build valuable connections in the community. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards to pass around. Breakfast will be provided at no cost! *Please Note: RSVP is required, as space is limited. Reservations are limited to one representative per company. More details and registration. Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Saturday, May 18, 2019 11:00AM - 4:00PM Downtown Oceanside Oceanside Civic Center Plaza and Pier View Way Operation Appreciation has a NEW LOCATION.  This event will span over 3 blocks in downtown Oceanside and will begin near the corner of Pier View Way and Coast Highway. Free parking is available in the Civic Center Parking Structure as well as the Transit Center parking structure. Thousands of active duty military, their family and dependents are treated to a day of free food, entertainment and a fun zone for kids. The fun begins at 11:00 a.m. and last until 4:00 p.m. The day consists of a host of activities: including a great children's fun zone with inflatable jumps, rock climbing wall, kid's crafts, activities and face painting. All Active Duty Military and their dependents must bring an Active Duty Military ID Card to get unlimited rides, activities, and a free lunch. This event is open to the public, and food and fun zone tickets available for purchase. Entertainment can be enjoyed by all who attend. More details. Event sponsorship information. Chamber to Honor Local Police, Firefighters, Lifeguards and Teachers at Oceanside Heroes Reception Wednesday, June 12, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Oceanside Museum of Art  704 Pier View Way  Oceanside, CA 92054 On Wednesday, June 12, 2019, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at the Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA, 92054, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will take profound pleasure in presenting the 4th Annual Oceanside Heroes Reception Ceremony. The Chamber has committed to annually recognize, honor and pay tribute to Oceanside's dedicated and deserving firefighters, police officers, teachers and lifeguards. The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce commends these public servants as individuals who truly merit praise. More details and registration. Sponsorship packet. Scholarship donations. Reach Thousands of Potential Customers Through Direct Mail Distribution of Oceanside Quarterly Journal Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights.For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Loweoror Kristi Warwick at the Oceanside Chamber at 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit. Download Advertising Agreement.  San Diego's Farms and Foods... Brought to You by Water! San Diego may be known nationwide for its beautiful beaches and unbeatable year - round weather, but what many people don’t realize is that many of the avocados in their tacos, the lettuce and tomatoes in their salad, and the potted plants for their yard are all grown right here in San Diego County. With more than 5,500 local farms employing thousands of San Diegans, the local $4.8 billion agriculture industry is thriving – and it’s all possible because of the safe and reliable water supply provided by the San Diego County Water Authority and its member agencies along with our famously perfect climate. More details. Business, Education, and Community Partnerships Are Key To A Strong Workforce Pipeline in Oceanside Nearly 1,500 students graduate from Oceanside Unified School District (OUSD) high schools each year. With diploma in hand they are deemed ready for the next step whether pursuing a postsecondary degree or certificate, starting a job or joining the military. But, are they really prepared to meet the needs of local, regional, and global businesses? According to the results of 2018 Global Talent Shortage Survey conducted by the Manpower Group, 46% of participating USA companies reported difficulties in finding talent with the skills they need to fill open positions. Currently, only 41% of OUSD’s high school graduates meet California’s college and career readiness standards known as A-G Requirements. More details. Help Oceanside Win #1- Take the Pledge Now!  The City of Oceanside is participating in the 2019 Wyland National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation, a national competition to see which cities are the most water-wise. Help our city win the challenge by taking a one-minute pledge online at mywaterpledge.com from April 1-30. By taking the pledge, residents will positively impact their cities through their commitments to reduce potable water consumption and prevent excess waste from entering watersheds. In return, residents from the highest scoring cities will be entered into drawings for $3,000 toward their home utility bill, smart irrigation devices for their yard and hundreds of other prizes. Watch how Oceanside Mayor, Peter Weiss, takes the pledge and shows us how easy it is to help make Oceanside a greener Oceanside: Full video. With New SALT limit, IRS Explains Tax Treatment of State and Local Tax Refunds  The Internal Revenue Service today clarified the tax treatment of state and local tax refunds arising from any year in which the new limit on the state and local tax (SALT) deduction is in effect. In Revenue Ruling 2019-11, posted today on IRS.gov, the IRS provided four examples illustrating how the long-standing tax benefit rule interacts with the new SALT limit to determine the portion of any state or local tax refund that must be included on the taxpayer’s federal income tax return. Today’s announcement does not affect state tax refunds received in 2018 for tax returns currently being filed. More details. Labor Compliance in a Day ​​​​​​Thursday, May 23, 2019 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This workshops training topics include Government Contracting including: California Prevailing Wage 101, discussing the history of labor code, subcontractors vs general contractors and penalties and enforcement, a step-by-step how to for DIR Registry, Wage Determinations & Classifications, Certified Payroll & Related forms, Fringe Benefits, and Process Flow & Best Practice. More details and registration. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, May 17, 2019 9:00 am - 11:30 pm, Fat Joe's O'side RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Breakfast Club Diner RSVP to Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, April 24, 2019
OCC Update April 24, 2019

Oceanside Chamber Update April 24, 2019

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Money Mailer of North Coastal Oceanside Physical Therapy Staples - Oceanside #0759 ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Agri Service All Day Heating and Air Conditioning LLC Buffalo Wild Wings Lawyer Referral Service of the San Diego County Bar Association The Super Dentists Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Region’s First Clinic for Inflammatory Breast Cancer Launches   Portrait of a Woman Veteran at First Friday Art Walk   Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside Hosts Representative Mike Levin   Federal Heath Names Sid Rasnick New President as Kevin Stotmeister Announces Retirement   MiraCosta College Student Success Stories Underscore Why April has been Designated as California Community College Month   Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Gems N Loans Sales Clerk FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk ​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 4/24/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN 1st Annual Puzzle Competition 4/26/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 5/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/2/2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Unite North County Coastal Luncheon 5/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/8/2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM North County Employers Internship Workshop 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hoursat Breakwater Brewing Co. 5/17/2019 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Plates for 8at Fat Joe's O'side 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation 5/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at the Breakfast Club Diner 6/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 6/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 6/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 6/12/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Heroes Reception 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Retaliation Still Dominates EEOC Charges Nationwide (Source: CalChamber) The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently released detailed breakdowns of the 76,418 workplace discrimination charges the agency received in fiscal year (FY) 2018. Retaliation continues to be the most frequently filed charge for the agency. In FY 2018, the EEOC resolved 90,558 discrimination charges and secured over $505 million for victims in private sector, state and local government, and federal workplaces. The EEOC reduced their charge workload by 19.5 percent even while handling 519,000 calls, 34,600 emails and more than 200,000 inquires in field offices. More details.  Emerging Issues Forum Thursday, May 02, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Emerging Issues Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key community issues, interact with legislative representatives and receive updates on legislative items impacting business. In May, our featured speaker will be Katie Scanlan, Public Affairs Manager at San Diego Gas & Electric. Come learn about the evolving energy landscape and why the State is transitioning eligible residential customers to Time-of-Use pricing plans. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 1st Thursday ,of every month, from 8am to 9:30am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details. Make New Business Connections at Tomorrow's April  Business Mixer Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Veterans Association of North County (VANC)  1617 Mission Avenue  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join us for our Business Mixer on Thursday, April 25th at the Veterans Association of North County (VANC), 1617 Mission Avenue, Oceanside CA 92058 from 5 to 7 pm.  Enjoy delicious food, no host bar, networking, and door and raffle prizes. Raffle proceeds will benefit VANC. If you have an item to donate for the raffle, please contact Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. Please note overflow parking is available at the County offices across the street. Register.  OYPN's 1st Annual Puzzle Competition Tonight! Wednesday, April 24, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Stone Brewing Co. 310 N Tremont St. Oceanside, CA 92054 Are you up for a little competition? Join the Oceanside Young Professional Network as they host their first Annual Puzzle Completion at Stone Brewing in Oceanside on April 24th from 5pm-7pm. Pre-register with discounted pricing online today! Tickets are $30 for a team of 4 or $10 for individuals online. All teams will compete in a 500pc competition before the 2 winning teams move on to the final 1000pc competition. A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to a local nonprofit. No experience necessary. Come out and meet fellow young professionals and support a good cause! Each team member competing will receive a free prize. Winning team members in the final round will receive gift baskets from participating sponsors! Register here!   North County Employers Internship Workshop Wednesday, May 8, 2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM  North Coastal Live Well Health Center  1701 Mission Ave  Oceanside, CA 92058 Expand your business and serve the community by establishing an internship program! Interns increase your productivity, boost brand visibility, and provide future talent. Help our youth gain essential job skills, begin to build a network, and receive mentoring. More details and registration. One More Customer Webcast: How to Use Video to Promote Your Business Friday, April 26, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Join us for this episode as Burt Holland shares insights to help you navigate the world of video. As the importance of video content and marketing grows, you need to understand how to leverage video in the most effective, powerful, and attractive way! We’ll look at several examples as Burt shares: How to creatively tell your business’s story How to assess your business’s video needs Equipment and resources to help you produce better video Common mistakes that small businesses and how to avoid them Burt Holland is co-founder and creative partner of Encyclomedia , an award-winning video production house. After graduating with honors from Florida State University with a degree in business, Burt embarked on a management career with Hyatt Hotels. While overseeing the development of training videos for the company, he soon discovered his true calling in video production. More details. First Tuesday Coffee Tuesday, May 07, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber   928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Chamber's "First Tuesday Coffee" is a great networking opportunity and is open to chamber members and prospective members*. There is no cost to attend for members. Our format for the "First Tuesday Coffee" is roundtable "self-introductions", so come prepared to meet some great local business people and to tell them more about your business. Also be sure to bring plenty of business cards. The event takes place from 8am to 9am at the Chamber office, 928 North Coast Highway in Oceanside. You can reserve your space online or RSVP to Emerald Lowe at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com. More details. Last Chance to Advertise in The Best of OCEANSIDE City Map DEADLINE: April 30th The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce publishes the City of Oceanside Street Map annually. The printed map is distributed through the Chamber office, California Welcome Center - Oceanside, MainStreet Oceanside, Oceanside Public Library, at Community events including Sunset Market and Farmer's Market; via the Oceanside Chamber's weekly military welcome aboard meetings at Camp Pendleton, at local hotels and vacation rentals, real estate offices, and more. Advertising space is limited. ContactEmerald Lowe or Kristi Warwick for details. Download Media Kit/Advertising Agreement.   Building a Green Photography Business (Source: Marcy Browe Photography) "On this Earth Day I am thrilled to announce that Marcy Browe Photography has been included in the Green Oceanside Business Network!!! Green Oceanside Businesses are recognized as environmental leaders that incorporate sustainable practices. The Green Oceanside Business Network was created to spur innovation and environmental responsibility while helping Oceanside businesses prosper in the green economy. I take pride in running an environmentally conscious business and I provide my clients with beautiful, sustainable products." More details. Last Chance to Thank Our Troops in the Annual Operation Appreciation Guide! DEADLINE: April 29th On May 18, 2019 (Armed Forces Day) the Oceanside Chamber will hold its Annual Operation Appreciation event at the Civic Center Plaza in Oceanside. Thousands of local active duty military and family members will be treated to a day of food, fun and entertainment. Our media partner, Military Guides USA, will produce the official Operation Appreciation Guide, printing 40,000 copies to be distributed around Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, and at the event. List your business on our “We Support our Troops” page in the Official Operation Appreciation Guide for only $50 (Members) or $100 (Non-Members). Just complete the form attached and return it to Hana Gilbert at the Oceanside Chamber. For more details, please contact Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com. Download listing form.  Tap That 6 Year Anniversary Party This Saturday! Saturday, April 27, 2019 3:00 PM - 11:00PM Tap That 3207 Roymar Rd. Ste. E Oceanside, CA 92058 Join us Saturday April 27th to celebrate Tap That Turning 6! We are so very thankful to all of our amazing customers for all the love and support we have received over the last 6 years and we want to celebrate with YOU! As Always this is a FREE to enter event. No tickets needed, however it is a 21+ event so please leave the kiddos at home for this one. Also please refrain from bringing your four legged babies as space will be limited. We will have live Music from The Euphonics-Will Locken from 3 to 6pm, Small Batch Ramblers from 6-7pm, and DJ Strikeout in the house from 7-11pm to keep the party rockin! Hourly Raffles starting at 4 pm with the Grand prize winner being drawn at 10pm.* Our Friends with The Pig Roasters will be on site cooking up their amazing BBQ. And you KNOW we will have some KILLER Beers on tap for this event, so don't miss out! More details. Military Automotive Assistance Program Thursday, May 2, 2019 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 During the Military Automotive Assistance Program (MAAP), find out how you can buy a vehicle on your terms not the dealers. Our mission is to prepare you to make the 2nd largest purchase of your life. Understand the purchase process and methods dealers so you can keep your hard earned dollars. Learn from someone who has over a decade of experience in the industry. This is a free workshop. Dinner will be provided. More information and registration. Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Saturday, May 18, 2019 11:00AM - 4:00PM Downtown Oceanside Oceanside Civic Center Plaza and Pier View Way Operation Appreciation has a NEW LOCATION.  This event will span over 3 blocks in downtown Oceanside and will begin near the corner of Pier View Way and Coast Highway. Free parking is available in the Civic Center Parking Structure as well as the Transit Center parking structure. Thousands of active duty military, their family and dependents are treated to a day of free food, entertainment and a fun zone for kids. The fun begins at 11:00 a.m. and last until 4:00 p.m. The day consists of a host of activities: including a great children's fun zone with inflatable jumps, rock climbing wall, kid's crafts, activities and face painting. All Active Duty Military and their dependents must bring an Active Duty Military ID Card to get unlimited rides, activities, and a free lunch. This event is open to the public, and food and fun zone tickets available for purchase. Entertainment can be enjoyed by all who attend. More details. Event sponsorship information. Oceanside Business Journal: Direct Mailed to Thousands of Local Businesses and Residents Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights.For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Loweoror Kristi Warwick at the Oceanside Chamber at760-722-1534. Download Media Kit. Download Advertising Agreement. The USO Serving Camp Pendleton The USO has arrived at Camp Pendleton and in less than a year has already served more than 45,000 military members.​​ For almost 80 years, the USO has been the nation’s leading organization serving men and women in the U.S. military, and their families, throughout their time in uniform. From the moment they join, through their assignments and deployments, and as they transition back to their communities, the USO is always by their side. More details. El Camino High School Chosen to Design Vans Shoe for Annual Custom Culture Contest  (Source: Josh Jenkins – Fox 5 San Diego) Every year, Vans, an American manufacturer of skateboarding shoes and related apparel, hosts the Vans Custom Culture design contest. The contest aims to inspire and empower student creativity through art and design, and to bring much needed attention to struggling arts education budgets. The Custom Culture contest spans nationwide, encouraging students to take a specific theme and let their imagination run wild on a blank Vans shoe canvas. Out of several thousand submissions nationwide, El Camino High School was selected as 1 of 500 schools to receive two pairs of Vans shoes to customize. These top two designs will then be submitted back to Vans who will choose the top 50 designs advancing to a public vote. The winner of the contest receives $75,000 for their school’s art program, a BBQ and a surprise musical performance from Vans. FOX 5 photojournalist Josh Jenkins got a firsthand look at some of the student’s custom designs. Full video. Help Oceanside Win #1- Take the Pledge Now!  The City of Oceanside is participating in the 2019 Wyland National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation, a national competition to see which cities are the most water-wise. Help our city win the challenge by taking a one-minute pledge online at mywaterpledge.com from April 1-30. By taking the pledge, residents will positively impact their cities through their commitments to reduce potable water consumption and prevent excess waste from entering watersheds. In return, residents from the highest scoring cities will be entered into drawings for $3,000 toward their home utility bill, smart irrigation devices for their yard and hundreds of other prizes. Watch how Oceanside Mayor, Peter Weiss, takes the pledge and shows us how easy it is to help make Oceanside a greener Oceanside: Full video. With New SALT limit, IRS Explains Tax Treatment of State and Local Tax Refunds  The Internal Revenue Service today clarified the tax treatment of state and local tax refunds arising from any year in which the new limit on the state and local tax (SALT) deduction is in effect. In Revenue Ruling 2019-11, posted today on IRS.gov, the IRS provided four examples illustrating how the long-standing tax benefit rule interacts with the new SALT limit to determine the portion of any state or local tax refund that must be included on the taxpayer’s federal income tax return. Today’s announcement does not affect state tax refunds received in 2018 for tax returns currently being filed. More details. Fundamentals of Desktop QuickBooks for Business Owners Tomorrow! Thursday, April 25, 2019 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This course will teach you the essential elements of the desktop version of QuickBooks and help you to understand how the program works to provide you with the financial information you need to run your business successfully. You will learn about the chart of accounts and item lists-the very foundation of this robust accounting program. You will see how to enter basic transactions, customize the program to your business needs, obtain reports and much, much more! More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, April 26, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hunter Steakhouse RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com Friday, May 17, 2019 9:00 am - 11:30 pm, Fat Joe's O'side RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Breakfast Club Diner RSVP to Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, April 17, 2019
OCC Update April 17, 2019

Oceanside Chamber Update April 17, 2019

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Care Choice Health Systems, Inc ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Batteries Plus Bulbs Insight Oceanside North County LGBTQ Resource Center Oceanside Abbey Carpet & Floor Oceanside Marine Centre Inc Rockin' Baja Coastal Cantina Studio Ace Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS California Community College Month Highlights MiraCosta College Contributions to the Community   National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is April 27th from 10:00am to 2:00pm   Oceanside Adventures Gray Whale Mom & Baby! Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Gems N Loans Sales Clerk FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk ​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 4/17/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wine, Women and Wealth 4/12/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 4/18/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop - Tips for Measuring Online Success 4/24/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN 1st Annual Puzzle Competition 4/26/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 5/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/2/2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Unite North County Coastal Luncheon 5/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/8/2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM North County Employers Internship Workshop 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hoursat Breakwater Brewing Co. 5/17/2019 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Plates for 8at Fat Joe's O'side 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation 5/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at the Breakfast Club Diner 6/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 6/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 6/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 6/12/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Heroes Reception 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser CalChamber Launches #RespectWorks Campaign; Employers Embrace Effort to Promote Inclusiveness and Ensure Harassment-Free Workplaces  (Source: CalChamber) The California Chamber of Commerce today kicked off #RespectWorks, a campaign joined by a large and growing list of flagship California companies pledging to promote inclusiveness and prevent harassment in their workplaces. “Harassment has no place in our workplaces,” said Allan Zaremberg, President of CalChamber.  “Joining #RespectWorks demonstrates an employer’s solid commitment to their workers and the success of their company.   Harassment-free workplaces have higher retention rates, recruit and hire the most qualified workers and are more productive and successful.” More details. Make New Business Connections at the April Business Mixer Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Veterans Association of North County (VANC)  1617 Mission Avenue  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join us for our Business Mixer on Thursday, April 25th at the Veterans Association of North County (VANC), 1617 Mission Avenue, Oceanside CA 92058 from 5 to 7 pm.  Enjoy delicious food, no host bar, networking, and door and raffle prizes. Raffle proceeds will benefit VANC. If you have an item to donate for the raffle, please contact Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. Please note overflow parking is available at the County offices across the street. Register.  Google Workshop Tips for Measuring Online Success Tomorrow! Thursday, April 18, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 In this presentation, we will talk about three ways to track and measure online success, using of tools from Google. Over 50 percent of global internet traffic is on mobile devices and over 70 to 56 percent of that traffic is devoted to transactional oriented searches (searchers want to buy something). As a small business, are you willing to ignore that market for your business?  Google has devoted considerable resources to provide information and tools to help you tap into that market and Oceanside Chamber is presenting targeted Google sessions that cover these topics and tools. More details and registration. OYPN's 1st Annual Puzzle Competition Wednesday, April 24, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Stone Brewing Co. 310 N Tremont St. Oceanside, CA 92054 Are you up for a little competition? Join the Oceanside Young Professional Network as they host their first Annual Puzzle Completion at Stone Brewing in Oceanside on April 24th from 5pm-7pm. Pre-register with discounted pricing online today! Tickets are $30 for a team of 4 or $10 for individuals online. All teams will compete in a 500pc competition before the 2 winning teams move on to the final 1000pc competition. A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to a local nonprofit. No experience necessary. Come out and meet fellow young professionals and support a good cause! Each team member competing will receive a free prize. Winning team members in the final round will receive gift baskets from participating sponsors! Register here!   Last Chance to Advertise in The Best of OCEANSIDE City Map DEADLINE: April 30th The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce publishes the City of Oceanside Street Map annually. The printed map is distributed through the Chamber office, California Welcome Center - Oceanside, MainStreet Oceanside, Oceanside Public Library, at Community events including Sunset Market and Farmer's Market; via the Oceanside Chamber's weekly military welcome aboard meetings at Camp Pendleton, at local hotels and vacation rentals, real estate offices, and more. Advertising space is limited. ContactEmerald Lowe or Kristi Warwick for details. Download Media Kit/Advertising Agreement.   Last Chance to Thank Our Troops in the Annual Operation Appreciation Guide! DEADLINE: April 29th On May 18, 2019 (Armed Forces Day) the Oceanside Chamber will hold its Annual Operation Appreciation event at the Civic Center Plaza in Oceanside. Thousands of local active duty military and family members will be treated to a day of food, fun and entertainment. Our media partner, Military Guides USA, will produce the official Operation Appreciation Guide, printing 40,000 copies to be distributed around Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, and at the event. List your business on our “We Support our Troops” page in the Official Operation Appreciation Guide for only $50 (Members) or $100 (Non-Members). Just complete the form attached and return it to Hana Gilbert at the Oceanside Chamber. For more details, please contact Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com. Download listing form.  Wine, Women and Wealth Tonight! Wednesday, April 17, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Wine, Women and Wealth is a nationwide community of women led by many of Five Ring’s top female producers. This is a community of women who desire to take charge of their financial future, expand their knowledge, and build their confidence regarding money and wealth. Amazing things happen when women team up – especially when you add fine wine to the mix. Whether you’re at the end of your rope or the top of the corporate ladder, there is always more to learn about how you can make your money work for you. Wine, Women & Wealth is offered in multiple locations across the country, we encourage you to attend a few in order to meet all of the amazing women in our community. Don’t forget to bring lots of business cards! More details.  Tap That 6 Year Anniversary Party! Saturday, April 27, 2019 3:00 PM - 11:00PM Tap That 3207 Roymar Rd. Ste. E Oceanside, CA 92058 Join us Saturday April 27th to celebrate Tap That Turning 6! We are so very thankful to all of our amazing customers for all the love and support we have received over the last 6 years and we want to celebrate with YOU! As Always this is a FREE to enter event. No tickets needed, however it is a 21+ event so please leave the kiddos at home for this one. Also please refrain from bringing your four legged babies as space will be limited. We will have live Music from The Euphonics-Will Locken from 3 to 6pm, Small Batch Ramblers from 6-7pm, and DJ Strikeout in the house from 7-11pm to keep the party rockin! Hourly Raffles starting at 4 pm with the Grand prize winner being drawn at 10pm.* Our Friends with The Pig Roasters will be on site cooking up their amazing BBQ. And you KNOW we will have some KILLER Beers on tap for this event, so don't miss out! More details. Military Automotive Assistance Program Thursday, May 2, 2019 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 During the Military Automotive Assistance Program (MAAP), find out how you can buy a vehicle on your terms not the dealers. Our mission is to prepare you to make the 2nd largest purchase of your life. Understand the purchase process and methods dealers so you can keep your hard earned dollars. Learn from someone who has over a decade of experience in the industry. This is a free workshop. Dinner will be provided. More information and registration. North County Employers Internship Workshop Wednesday, May 8, 2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM  North Coastal Live Well Health Center  1701 Mission Ave  Oceanside, CA 92058 Expand your business and serve the community by establishing an internship program! Interns increase your productivity, boost brand visibility, and provide future talent. Help our youth gain essential job skills, begin to build a network, and receive mentoring. More details and registration. Oceanside Business Journal: Direct Mailed to Thousands of Local Businesses and Residents Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights.For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Loweoror Kristi Warwick at the Oceanside Chamber at760-722-1534. Download Media Kit. Download Advertising Agreement. El Camino High School Chosen to Design Vans Shoe for Annual Custom Culture Contest  (Source: Josh Jenkins – Fox 5 San Diego) Every year, Vans, an American manufacturer of skateboarding shoes and related apparel, hosts the Vans Custom Culture design contest. The contest aims to inspire and empower student creativity through art and design, and to bring much needed attention to struggling arts education budgets. The Custom Culture contest spans nationwide, encouraging students to take a specific theme and let their imagination run wild on a blank Vans shoe canvas. Out of several thousand submissions nationwide, El Camino High School was selected as 1 of 500 schools to receive two pairs of Vans shoes to customize. These top two designs will then be submitted back to Vans who will choose the top 50 designs advancing to a public vote. The winner of the contest receives $75,000 for their school’s art program, a BBQ and a surprise musical performance from Vans. FOX 5 photojournalist Josh Jenkins got a firsthand look at some of the student’s custom designs. Full video. Help Oceanside Win #1- Take the Pledge Now!  The City of Oceanside is participating in the 2019 Wyland National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation, a national competition to see which cities are the most water-wise. Help our city win the challenge by taking a one-minute pledge online at mywaterpledge.com from April 1-30. By taking the pledge, residents will positively impact their cities through their commitments to reduce potable water consumption and prevent excess waste from entering watersheds. In return, residents from the highest scoring cities will be entered into drawings for $3,000 toward their home utility bill, smart irrigation devices for their yard and hundreds of other prizes. Watch how Oceanside Mayor, Peter Weiss, takes the pledge and shows us how easy it is to help make Oceanside a greener Oceanside: Full video. Oceanside’s LAMVIN, Inc. Receives California Competes Tax Credit LAMVIN, Inc. is a manufacturer of custom architectural acoustical products here in Oceanside, California. Opened in 1961, the company’s name was derived from Laminating Vinyl.  Under new ownership in the 1980s, acoustical products became their primary focus. (If you’ve ever eaten in a noisy restaurant or café, you can most often attribute the noise level to a lack of “acoustic absorption”.  Acoustic absorption reduces sound and echoes by adding soft materials to hard surfaces.) More details. The North County Elevate My Business Challenge LIFT Development Enterprises (LIFT) is a not-for-profit micro small business growth accelerator program. Through workshops and mentorship, the program educates small businesses on how to become job creators, scale their business, and improve their business financial health. As a celebratory conclusion for the program’s successful graduates, a Pitch & Graduation Day is held where cash and service prizes are awarded to the top growth plan presentations, along with the opportunity to network with potential investors and partners. Post-program support is included for all graduates. More details. Tax Time Guide Wrap-Up: Tips on Payment Options, Penalty Waivers, Refunds and More The Internal Revenue Service today urged taxpayers to file an accurate tax return on time, even if they owe but can’t pay in full. The IRS also recommends that taxpayers do a Paycheck Checkup early in 2019 to avoid having too much or too little tax withheld. Most taxpayers are being affected by major tax law changes. While most will get a tax refund, others may find that they owe taxes. Those who owe may qualify for a waiver of the estimated tax penalty that normally applies. See Form 2210, Underpayment of Estimated Tax by Individuals, Estates and Trusts, and its instructions for details. This news release is part of a series called the Tax Time Guide, a resource to help taxpayers file an accurate tax return. Additional help is available in Publication 17, Your Federal Income Tax, and the tax reform information page. More details. Sustainable Strategies for Business Innovations Wednesday, April 24, 2019 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM  SDG&E’s Energy Innovation Center 4760 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. San Diego 92117.  Are you in need of a strategy to incorporate sustainability into your business operations? While some businesses incorporate sustainable practices because of environmental convictions, others are motivated from pressure from stakeholders including regulators, shareholders or customers to demonstrate knowledge for a competitive edge. This seminar will examine how businesses develop and implement strategies to promote sustainability. Participants will examine roles and responsibilities of sustainable strategic managers and learn how to apply the tools of strategic business management to problems of sustainability. Participants will consider how managers apply leadership strategies to promote sustainable practices in their organizations. More details. Fundamentals of Desktop QuickBooks for Business Owners Thursday, April 25, 2019 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This course will teach you the essential elements of the desktop version of QuickBooks and help you to understand how the program works to provide you with the financial information you need to run your business successfully. You will learn about the chart of accounts and item lists-the very foundation of this robust accounting program. You will see how to enter basic transactions, customize the program to your business needs, obtain reports and much, much more! More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, April 26, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hunter Steakhouse RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com Friday, May 17, 2019 9:00 am - 11:30 pm, Fat Joe's O'side RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Breakfast Club Diner RSVP to Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, April 10, 2019
OCC Update April 10, 2019

Oceanside Chamber Update April 10, 2019

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Harris Agency - Farmers Insurance QTC Medical Services Coomber Craft Wines LA Fitness ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Harvest Time Produce, Inc Jersey Mike's Subs, Oceanside LP Fishing Supply Mariposa Ice Cream Oceanside Pier Pick Up Stix Swami's Cafe Tap That Draft Beer Services and Tap Room Anderson Catering Services Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Progress on Oceanside Quiet Zone Project   MiraCosta College Promise Offers First-Time, Full-Time Students Tuition-Free College for Two Years   BGCO Granted $1,000 by San Diego County Ag in the Classroom to Expand Garden at San Luis Rey Elementary Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Gems N Loans Sales Clerk FoxFury, LLC Warehouse Clerk ​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 4/10/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM China Trip Orientation 4/17/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wine, Women and Wealth 4/12/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 4/18/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop - Tips for Measuring Online Success 4/24/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN 1st Annual Puzzle Competition 4/26/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 5/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/2/2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Unite North County Coastal Luncheon 5/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/8/2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM North County Employers Internship Workshop 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hoursat Breakwater Brewing Co. 5/17/2019 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Plates for 8at Fat Joe's O'side 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation 5/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at the Breakfast Club Diner 6/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 6/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 6/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 6/12/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Heroes Reception 6/14/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 6/27/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Mangia e Bevi Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser CalChamber Releases 2019 Job Killer List (Source: CalChamber) The California Chamber of Commerce yesterday released its annual Job Killer list, which includes 24 bills that would harm California’s economic growth and job creation should they become law. “These bills represent some of the worst policy proposals affecting California employers and our economy currently being considered by Legislature,” said CalChamber President Allan Zaremberg. “Some of these bills have been rejected time and again by the Legislature or vetoed by the previous Governor. Legislators should, instead, focus on removing impediments to economic growth and creating upward mobility for all Californians.” More details. Oceanside Economic Development News Oceanside has a dynamic business climate with new restaurants, retail shops, and manufacturing businesses moving into the City. The City's Economic Development Division assists businesses with expansion and relocation to Oceanside by offering site searches, business visits, demographic and statistical information, and assistance with permit processing and business license issuance. Check link above for the latest new and coming business news. More details. Make New Business Connections at the April Business Mixer Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Veterans Association of North County (VANC)  1617 Mission Avenue  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join us for our Business Mixer on Thursday, April 25th at the Veterans Association of North County (VANC), 1617 Mission Avenue, Oceanside CA 92058 from 5 to 7 pm.  Enjoy delicious food, no host bar, networking, and door and raffle prizes. Raffle proceeds will benefit VANC. If you have an item to donate for the raffle, please contact Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. Please note overflow parking is available at the County offices across the street. Register.  Last Chance to Advertise in The Best of OCEANSIDE City Map The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce publishes the City of Oceanside Street Map annually. The printed map is distributed through the Chamber office, California Welcome Center - Oceanside, MainStreet Oceanside, Oceanside Public Library, at Community events including Sunset Market and Farmer's Market; via the Oceanside Chamber's weekly military welcome aboard meetings at Camp Pendleton, at local hotels and vacation rentals, real estate offices, and more. Advertising space is limited. Contact Emerald Lowe, Director of Membership. Download Media Kit/Advertising Agreement.   Last Chance to Thank Our Troops in the Annual Operation Appreciation Guide! On May 18, 2019 (Armed Forces Day) the Oceanside Chamber will hold its Annual Operation Appreciation event at the Civic Center Plaza in Oceanside. Thousands of local active duty military and family members will be treated to a day of food, fun and entertainment. Our media partner, Military Guides USA, will produce the official Operation Appreciation Guide, printing 40,000 copies to be distributed around Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, and at the event. List your business on our “We Support our Troops” page in the Official Operation Appreciation Guide for only $50 (Members) or $100 (Non-Members). Just complete the form attached and return it to Hana Gilbert at the Oceanside Chamber. For more details, please contact Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com. Download listing form.  Ken Blanchard to Keynote Unite North County Luncheon Thursday, May 2, 2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa 5480 Grand Pacific Drive Carlsbad, CA, 92008 Join the key civic, business, church and non profit leaders of Carlsbad, Encinitas, Oceanside, and Vista as we become INFORMED, INSPIRED and then ENGAGED for the good of our communities. The keynote speaker for this event is Ken Blanchard, world-renowned author and leadership expert. Ken is one of the most influential leadership experts in the world and is respected for his years of groundbreaking work in the fields of leadership and management. The event's emcee Luma Haddad, a distinguished public speaker. Luma Haddad is the Multi Ethnic Divisional Coordinator for the Southwest Division of Young Life as well as a Young Life Urban Area Director for San Diego South Bay for 19 years. More details. Final China Trip Orientation! Reserve Your Spot Now! Wednesday, April 10, 2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 In October of 2019 the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be leading a trip to China. The trip is open to all who are interested at a cost of $2099 (single occupancy). The Trip Includes... Roundtrip international airfare & Chinese domestic airfare & tax​​​​​ 4-and 5-star hotel accommodations 3 meals each day Deluxe bus tours  Fluent English-speaking tour guides Entrance fees for attractions We are hosting a free orientation for all who are interested in learning more about the trip. Refreshments will be provide. Space is limited at the orientation so RSVP is required. Register.  Download our informational flyer. OYPN's 1st Annual Puzzle Competition Wednesday, April 24, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Stone Brewing Co. 310 N Tremont St. Oceanside, CA 92054 Are you up for a little competition? Join the Oceanside Young Professional Network as they host their first Annual Puzzle Completion at Stone Brewing in Oceanside on April 24th from 5pm-7pm. Pre-register with discounted pricing online today! Tickets are $30 for a team of 4 or $10 for individuals online. All teams will compete in a 500pc competition before the 2 winning teams move on to the final 1000pc competition. A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to a local nonprofit. No experience necessary. Come out and meet fellow young professionals and support a good cause! Each team member competing will receive a free prize. Winning team members in the final round will receive gift baskets from participating sponsors! Register here!   The Best of Oceanside Quarterly Journal – Digital Version Now Available Read the digital version of The Best of Oceanside Quarterly Journal. This edition features the California Competes Tax Credit recipient, discusses the Chamber’s support of the North River Farms Project, highlights the history of the Top Gun house, and spends five minutes with Frontwave Credit Union exploring their recent unveiling of their new brand name. You’ll also find information on upcoming networking events, new and renewing members and Oceanside Business News. Digital version.​ 6th Annual North County Economic Summit Wednesday, April 10, 2019 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM California State University San Marcos - University Student Union Ballroom 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd San Marcos, CA 92096 Join us April 10th for our 6th Annual North County Economic Summit The Summit is the main event for San Diego North Economic Development Council and your attendance and support helps us execute on our core mission of economic development: Marketing the region, Assisting North County companies as they expand and grow, and Connecting employers and educators to strengthen the region's workforce. Chamber members are eligible for a discounted price that is just $5 more than SDNEDC investors ($95). Email Hana Gilbert, Communications and Outreach Coordinator at the Oceanside Chamber, for your exclusive promo code. More details. Wine, Women and Wealth Wednesday, April 17, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Wine, Women and Wealth is a nationwide community of women led by many of Five Ring’s top female producers. This is a community of women who desire to take charge of their financial future, expand their knowledge, and build their confidence regarding money and wealth. Amazing things happen when women team up – especially when you add fine wine to the mix. Whether you’re at the end of your rope or the top of the corporate ladder, there is always more to learn about how you can make your money work for you. Wine, Women & Wealth is offered in multiple locations across the country, we encourage you to attend a few in order to meet all of the amazing women in our community. Don’t forget to bring lots of business cards! More details.  Google Workshop Tips for Measuring Online Success Thursday, April 18, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 In this presentation, we will talk about three ways to track and measure online success, using of tools from Google. Over 50 percent of global internet traffic is on mobile devices and over 70 to 56 percent of that traffic is devoted to transactional oriented searches (searchers want to buy something). As a small business, are you willing to ignore that market for your business?  Google has devoted considerable resources to provide information and tools to help you tap into that market and Oceanside Chamber is presenting targeted Google sessions that cover these topics and tools. More details and registration. North County Employers Internship Workshop Wednesday, May 08, 2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM  North Coastal Live Well Health Center  1701 Mission Ave  Oceanside, CA 92058 Expand your business and serve the community by establishing an internship program! Interns increase your productivity, boost brand visibility, and provide future talent. Help our youth gain essential job skills, begin to build a network, and receive mentoring. More details and registration. Bubbles by the Beach Ribbon Cutting Ceremony On Saturday, April 6th, Bubbles by the Beach celebrated their Grand Opening at 218 N. Cleveland St. in Oceanside. The event featured live music and food from fellow members Benito’s Pizza Cafe, Beach Hut Deli, Knockout Pizza & more. Many of Oceanside's newest pageant winners came out to show their support along and the business received a Certificate of Recognition from Congressman Mike Levin. The newly renovated market features everything craft beer, wine, champagne, spirits, grocery & bait. They are open Monday-Saturday 6am-1am and Sunday 7am-12am. More Photos. Coast Highway Corridor Study: Status Update In 2009, the City of Oceanside adopted the Coast Highway Vision and Strategic Plan. This plan serves as a blueprint for the revitalization and enhancement of the Coast Highway corridor between Harbor Drive in the north and Buena Vista Lagoon in the south. The Vision and Strategic Plan includes several recommendations to transform Coast Highway from an auto-oriented thoroughfare into a "complete street" that serves all modes of transportation from automobiles to pedestrians to bicyclists and transit vehicles. More details. The North County Elevate My Business Challenge LIFT Development Enterprises (LIFT) is a not-for-profit micro small business growth accelerator program. Through workshops and mentorship, the program educates small businesses on how to become job creators, scale their business, and improve their business financial health. As a celebratory conclusion for the program’s successful graduates, a Pitch & Graduation Day is held where cash and service prizes are awarded to the top growth plan presentations, along with the opportunity to network with potential investors and partners. Post-program support is included for all graduates. More details. 10 Energy Saving Tips for Small Businesses ​According to the EPA's ENERGY STAR program, U.S. small businesses together spend a whopping $60 billion on energy each year. Additionally, a survey conducted by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) found that energy costs are a top-three business expense for more than one-third of the nation's small businesses. More details. ​​​​ IRS Expands Penalty Waiver; Key Threshold Lowered to 80 Percent  The Internal Revenue Service today provided additional expanded penalty relief to taxpayers whose 2018 federal income tax withholding and estimated tax payments fell short of their total tax liability for the year. The IRS is lowering to 80 percent the threshold required to qualify for this relief. Under the relief originally announced Jan. 16, the threshold was 85 percent. The usual percentage threshold is 90 percent to avoid a penalty. More details. Fundamentals of Desktop QuickBooks for Business Owners Thursday, April 25, 2019 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This course will teach you the essential elements of the desktop version of QuickBooks and help you to understand how the program works to provide you with the financial information you need to run your business successfully. You will learn about the chart of accounts and item lists-the very foundation of this robust accounting program. You will see how to enter basic transactions, customize the program to your business needs, obtain reports and much, much more! More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, April 12, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, The Miller's Table RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Friday, April 26, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hunter Steakhouse RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com Friday, May 17, 2019 9:00 am - 11:30 pm, Fat Joe's O'side RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, April 3, 2019
OCC Update April 3, 2019

Oceanside Chamber Update April 3, 2019

Chamber Partners Emerald Partner Platinum Partners Silver Partners   Bronze Partners   Investors This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Century 21Award / Homes for Heroes Sharkey's Cuts for Kids Classy Glass Cleaning ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Epiphany ADR Omni Financial TENTEN Oceanside Metroflex Gym Coastal R.E. Service Team - Sylvia McGuire Altitude Trampoline Park - Vista Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Cox Charities Celebrates 20 Years of Giving with 20 Acts of Kindness in 2019   Oceanside Public Library Offers Books and Music with Link+   City of Oceanside Hosts Egg Hunt April 20th Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Membership Development Representative Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 4/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 4/6-4/7/2019 10:00 AM - 10:00 AM Relay for Life 4/6/2019 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM Bubbles by the Beach Grand Opening 4/10/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM China Trip Orientation 4/17/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wine, Women and Wealth 4/12/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 4/13/2019 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Saluting Our Wounded Warriors Event 4/18/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop - Tips for Measuring Online Success 4/24/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN 1st Annual Puzzle Competition 4/26/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 5/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/2/2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Unite North County Coastal Luncheon 5/7/2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM North County Employers Internship Workshop 5/8/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours 5/17/2019 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Plates for 8 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Oceanside Economic Development News Oceanside has a dynamic business climate with new restaurants, retail shops, and manufacturing businesses moving into the City. The City's Economic Development Division assists businesses with expansion and relocation to Oceanside by offering site searches, business visits, demographic and statistical information, and assistance with permit processing and business license issuance. Check link above for the latest new and coming business news. More details. ​​​​​New Required Poster for California Employers Starting Today (Source: CalChamber) Look out, California employers! Another required posting has arrived today. Several weeks ago, the Office of Administrative Law (OAL) approved the Fair Employment and Housing Council’s (FEHC) changes to the Family Care and Medical Leave (CFRA Leave) and Pregnancy Disability notice (now called Family Care and Medical Leave and Pregnancy Disability Leave), adding information about the New Parent Leave Act (NPLA). More details. Get the Latest Update on Federal Legislation at Emerging Issues Forum Tomorrow! Thursday, April 4, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Emerging Issues Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key community issues, interact with legislative representatives and receive updates on legislative items impacting business. Our featured presenter for April, will be Jennings Imel of the Western Regional Office of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce who will provide an update on federal legislative issues impacting business. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 1st Thursday ,of every month, from 8am to 9:30am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details. Make New Business Connections at April Business Mixer Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Veterans Association of North County (VANC)  1617 Mission Avenue  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join us for our Business Mixer on Thursday, April 25th at the Veterans Association of North County (VANC), 1617 Mission Avenue, Oceanside CA 92058 from 5 to 7 pm.  Enjoy delicious food, no host bar, networking, and door and raffle prizes. Raffle proceeds will benefit VANC. If you have an item to donate for the raffle, please contact Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. Please note overflow parking is available at the County offices across the street. Register.  Last Chance to Thank Our Troops in the Annual Operation Appreciation Guide! On May 18, 2019 (Armed Forces Day) the Oceanside Chamber will hold its Annual Operation Appreciation event at the Civic Center Plaza in Oceanside. Thousands of local active duty military and family members will be treated to a day of food, fun and entertainment. Our media partner, Military Guides USA, will produce the official Operation Appreciation Guide, printing 40,000 copies to be distributed around Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, and at the event. List your business on our “We Support our Troops” page in the Official Operation Appreciation Guide for only $50 (Members) or $100 (Non-Members). Just complete the form attached and return it to Hana Gilbert at the Oceanside Chamber. For more details, please contact Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com. Download listing form.  Ken Blanchard to Keynote Unite North County Luncheon Thursday, May 2, 2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa 5480 Grand Pacific Drive Carlsbad, CA, 92008 Join the key civic, business, church and non profit leaders of Carlsbad, Encinitas, Oceanside, and Vista as we become INFORMED, INSPIRED and then ENGAGED for the good of our communities. The keynote speaker for this event is Ken Blanchard, world-renowned author and leadership expert. Ken is one of the most influential leadership experts in the world and is respected for his years of groundbreaking work in the fields of leadership and management. The event's emcee Luma Haddad, a distinguished public speaker. Luma Haddad is the Multi Ethnic Divisional Coordinator for the Southwest Division of Young Life as well as a Young Life Urban Area Director for San Diego South Bay for 19 years. More details. Advertise in The Best of OCEANSIDE City of Oceanside Map The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce publishes the City of Oceanside Street Map annually. The printed map is distributed through the Chamber office, California Welcome Center - Oceanside, MainStreet Oceanside, Oceanside Public Library, at Community events including Sunset Market and Farmer's Market; via the Oceanside Chamber's weekly military welcome aboard meetings at Camp Pendleton, at local hotels and vacation rentals, real estate offices, and more. Advertising space is limited. Contact Emerald Lowe, Director of Membership. Download Media Kit/Advertising Agreement.   Bubbles by the Beach Grand Opening Celebration Saturday, April 6, 2019 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM 218 N. Cleveland St.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Join us this Saturday, April 6th at the Grand Opening Celebration for Bubbles by the Beach from 12:00pm-3:00pm. The ribbon cutting ceremony will kick off at 1:00pm to welcome the market to the neighborhood! Network with the Downtown community over live music from a local musician, Mark Shapiro. Enjoy complimentary food and drink from restaurants like Knockout Pizza, Burgerim, Beach Hut Deli, Johnny Manana's, 333 Pacific, Hello Betty Fish House & Benito's Pizza. Asylum Surf will also be bringing some of their gear. Make a purchase and spin the wheel for a chance to win prizes like Oceanside shirts, hats, a boogie board & even a skate deck! You don't want to miss the food, fun, and prizes! More details. China Trip Orientation Wednesday, April 10, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 In October of 2019 the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be leading a trip to China. The trip is open to all who are interested at a cost of $2099 (single occupancy). The Trip Includes... Roundtrip international airfare & Chinese domestic airfare & tax​​​​​ 4-and 5-star hotel accommodations 3 meals each day Deluxe bus tours  Fluent English-speaking tour guides Entrance fees for attractions We are hosting a free orientation for all who are interested in learning more about the trip. Refreshments will be provide. Space is limited at the orientation so RSVP is required. Register.  Download our informational flyer. OYPN's 1st Annual Puzzle Competition Wednesday, April 24, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Stone Brewing Co. 310 N Tremont St. Oceanside, CA 92054 Are you up for a little competition? Join the Oceanside Young Professional Network as they host their first Annual Puzzle Completion at Stone Brewing in Oceanside on April 24th from 5pm-7pm. Pre-register with discounted pricing online today! Tickets are $30 for a team of 4 or $10 for individuals online. All teams will compete in a 500pc competition before the 2 winning teams move on to the final 1000pc competition. A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to a local nonprofit. No experience necessary. Come out and meet fellow young professionals and support a good cause! Each team member competing will receive a free prize. Winning team members in the final round will receive gift baskets from participating sponsors! Register here!   The Best of Oceanside Quarterly Journal – Digital Version Now Available Read the digital version of The Best of Oceanside Quarterly Journal. This edition features the California Competes Tax Credit recipient, discusses the Chamber’s support of the North River Farms Project, highlights the history of the Top Gun house, and spends five minutes with Frontwave Credit Union exploring their recent unveiling of their new brand name. You’ll also find information on upcoming networking events, new and renewing members and Oceanside Business News. Digital version.​ Relay for Life of Oceanside This Weekend! Saturday & Sunday, April 6 & 7, 2019 10:00 AM - 10:00 AM MiraCosta College Track & Field 1 Barnard Dr. Oceanside, CA 92056 The Relay For Life movement is American Cancer Society’s signature fundraiser dedicated to helping communities attack cancer. From team members to volunteers, we all want to remember those we’ve lost, help those affected today, and give us a home team advantage against cancer. Through funds donated, time given, or awareness raised, our communities are teaming up to make a difference. When we rally together in the fight against cancer through this fun and inspirational event, we can accomplish anything. More details. 6th Annual North County Economic Summit Wednesday, April 10, 2019 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM California State University San Marcos - University Student Union Ballroom 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd San Marcos, CA 92096 Join us April 10th for our 6th Annual North County Economic Summit The Summit is the main event for San Diego North Economic Development Council and your attendance and support helps us execute on our core mission of economic development: Marketing the region, Assisting North County companies as they expand and grow, and Connecting employers and educators to strengthen the region's workforce. Chamber members are eligible for a discounted price that is just $5 more than SDNEDC investors ($95). Email Hana Gilbert, Communications and Outreach Coordinator at the Oceanside Chamber, for your exclusive promo code. More details. Wine, Women and Wealth Wednesday, April 17, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Wine, Women and Wealth is a nationwide community of women led by many of Five Ring’s top female producers. This is a community of women who desire to take charge of their financial future, expand their knowledge, and build their confidence regarding money and wealth. Amazing things happen when women team up – especially when you add fine wine to the mix. Whether you’re at the end of your rope or the top of the corporate ladder, there is always more to learn about how you can make your money work for you. Wine, Women & Wealth is offered in multiple locations across the country, we encourage you to attend a few in order to meet all of the amazing women in our community. Don’t forget to bring lots of business cards! More details.  North County Employers Internship Workshop Wednesday, May 08, 2019 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM  North Coastal Live Well Health Center  1701 Mission Ave  Oceanside, CA 92058 Expand your business and serve the community by establishing an internship program! Interns increase your productivity, boost brand visibility, and provide future talent. Help our youth gain essential job skills, begin to build a network, and receive mentoring. More details and registration. The North County Elevate My Business Challenge LIFT Development Enterprises (LIFT) is a not-for-profit micro small business growth accelerator program. Through workshops and mentorship, the program educates small businesses on how to become job creators, scale their business, and improve their business financial health. As a celebratory conclusion for the program’s successful graduates, a Pitch & Graduation Day is held where cash and service prizes are awarded to the top growth plan presentations, along with the opportunity to network with potential investors and partners. Post-program support is included for all graduates. More details. Empower Employees to Help Save Energy ​Buildings don’t use energy – people do. Your employees affect a building’s energy performance. Many people already save energy at home. Show them the connections between those good behaviors and what they can do at work. It’s the little things that, when added together, can make a big difference. More details. Tax Time Guide: Protect personal, financial and tax information The Internal Revenue Service today urged taxpayers to protect the security of their personal, financial and tax information. Con artists use scams and schemes to steal personal information and money from unsuspecting victims, particularly during tax time. This news release is part of a series called the Tax Time Guide, a resource to help taxpayers file an accurate tax return. Additional help is available in Publication 17, Your Federal Income Tax, and the tax reform information page. More details. Fundamentals of Desktop QuickBooks for Business Owners Thursday, April 25, 2019 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This course will teach you the essential elements of the desktop version of QuickBooks and help you to understand how the program works to provide you with the financial information you need to run your business successfully. You will learn about the chart of accounts and item lists-the very foundation of this robust accounting program. You will see how to enter basic transactions, customize the program to your business needs, obtain reports and much, much more! More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, April 12, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, The Miller's Table RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Friday, April 26, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hunter Steakhouse RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com Friday, May 17, 2019 9:00 am - 11:30 pm, Fat Joe's O'side RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, March 20, 2019
Emerging Issues Meeting to Feature Update on Federal Legislation

Oceanside Chamber Update March 27, 2019

Chamber Partners This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Southern Snoballs Productive Change Management Bubbles by the Beach ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS DQ Grill & Chill Restaurant Jim Thompson Insurance and Financial Services Marketing Agency Simone & Company C2ITpros California Bank & Trust Ranch House Veterinary Service Ted Marioncelli United Studios of Self Defense USO Camp Pendleton Warner's Truck Rental Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS $2500 Scholarship Opportunity with the Veteran Homeowners Club   COASTER to Provide Additional Service on Padres Home Game Nights   Oceanside's World of Water Celebration a Success Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Membership Development Representative ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 3/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 3/29/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM OMC Webcast: Solving Problems with Design 4/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 4/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 4/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 4/6-4/7/2019 10:00 AM - 10:00 AM Relay for Life 4/10/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM China Trip Orientation 4/12/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 4/13/2019 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Saluting Our Wounded Warriors Event 4/18/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop - Tips for Measuring Online Success 4/24/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN 1st Annual Puzzle Competition 4/26/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 5/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/2/2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Unite North County Coastal Luncheon 5/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours 5/17/2019 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Plates for 8 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser The Fight for Flexibility Continues (Source: CalChamber) As the constant buzz about Dynamex continues around the State Capitol, we repeatedly hear about how employees can have the same flexible work schedules enjoyed by independent contractors – it is simply up to the employer.  That last part is the key. As an independent contractor, the individual makes the decision of when to work, where to work, which projects on which to work, and for whom to work. In an employer and employee relationship, it’s the employer who makes those decisions. AB 5 (Gonzalez) is the pending legislation on Dynamex that will likely be amended this week, and will determine whether independent contractors are able to maintain this flexible work opportunity or have it taken away. More details. Ken Blanchard to Keynote Unite North County Luncheon Thursday, May 2, 2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa 5480 Grand Pacific Drive Carlsbad, CA, 92008 Join the key civic, business, church and non profit leaders of Carlsbad, Encinitas, Oceanside, and Vista as we become INFORMED, INSPIRED and then ENGAGED for the good of our communities. The keynote speaker for this event is Ken Blanchard, world-renowned author and leadership expert. Ken is one of the most influential leadership experts in the world and is respected for his years of groundbreaking work in the fields of leadership and management. The event's emcee Luma Haddad, a distinguished public speaker. Luma Haddad is the Multi Ethnic Divisional Coordinator for the Southwest Division of Young Life as well as a Young Life Urban Area Director for San Diego South Bay for 19 years. More details. April Business Mixer Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Veterans Association of North County (VANC)  1617 Mission Avenue  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join us for our Business Mixer on Thursday, April 25th at the Veterans Association of North County (VANC), 1617 Mission Avenue, Oceanside CA 92058 from 5 to 7 pm.  Enjoy delicious food, no host bar, networking, and door and raffle prizes. Raffle proceeds will benefit VANC. If you have an item to donate for the raffle, please contact Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. Please note overflow parking is available at the County offices across the street. Register.  Advertise in The Best of OCEANSIDE City of Oceanside Map The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce publishes the City of Oceanside Street Map annually. The printed map is distributed through the Chamber office, California Welcome Center - Oceanside, MainStreet Oceanside, Oceanside Public Library, at Community events including Sunset Market and Farmer's Market; via the Oceanside Chamber's weekly military welcome aboard meetings at Camp Pendleton, at local hotels and vacation rentals, real estate offices, and more. Advertising space is limited. Contact Emerald Lowe, Director of Membership. Download Media Kit/Advertising Agreement.   One More Customer Webcast: Solving Problems with Design Friday, March 29, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 When you think of the word ‘design,’ what comes to mind? Aesthetics? Graphics? Sure – but there’s so much more! Tune in to this episode as Zach Pousman shares how to use the concepts of ‘design’ and ‘design thinking’ to: •    Solve real business problems •    Collect data and understand your customers •    Craft a process to help your customers achieve their goals •    Grow your business as a result The guest speaker for this event is Zach Pousman. Zacho leads the team at Helpfully, and serves as a convener for today’s best talent and tomorrow’s best ideas. Zach has a background deep in theory- and practice-centered work in Human Computer Interaction. More details.​​​​​ Make Valuable New Connections at First Tuesday Coffee Tuesday, April 2 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Chamber's "First Tuesday Coffee" is a great networking opportunity and is open to chamber members and prospective members*. There is no cost to attend for members. Our format for the "First Tuesday Coffee" is roundtable "self-introductions", so come prepared to meet some great local business people and to tell them more about your business. Also be sure to bring plenty of business cards. The event takes place from 8am to 9am at the Chamber office, 928 North Coast Highway in Oceanside. You can reserve your space online or RSVP to Emerald Lowe at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com. *NOTE: Prospective members must call Emerald or Quinton at (760) 722-1534 prior to attending and may attend 1 meeting as a guest before joining. More details and registration. Emerging Issues Thursday, April 4, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Emerging Issues Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key community issues, interact with legislative representatives and receive updates on legislative items impacting business. Our featured presenter for April, will be Jennings Imel of the Western Regional Office of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce who will provide an update on federal legislative issues impacting business. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 1st Thursday ,of every month, from 8am to 9:30am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details. China Trip Orientation Wednesday, April 10, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 In October of 2019 the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be leading a trip to China. The trip is open to all who are interested at a cost of $2099 (single occupancy). The Trip Includes... Roundtrip international airfare & Chinese domestic airfare & tax​​​​​ 4-and 5-star hotel accommodations 3 meals each day Deluxe bus tours  Fluent English-speaking tour guides Entrance fees for attractions We are hosting a free orientation for all who are interested in learning more about the trip. Refreshments will be provide. Space is limited at the orientation so RSVP is required. Register.  Download our informational flyer. OYPN's 1st Annual Puzzle Competition Postponed! Wednesday, April 24, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Stone Brewing Co. 310 N Tremont St. Oceanside, CA 92054 Are you up for a little competition? Join the Oceanside Young Professional Network as they host their first Annual Puzzle Completion at Stone Brewing in Oceanside on April 24th from 5pm-7pm. Pre-register with discounted pricing online today! Tickets are $30 for a team of 4 or $10 for individuals online. All teams will compete in a 500pc competition before the 2 winning teams move on to the final 1000pc competition. A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to a local nonprofit. No experience necessary. Come out and meet fellow young professionals and support a good cause! Each team member competing will receive a free prize. Winning team members in the final round will receive gift baskets from participating sponsors! Register here!   The Best of Oceanside Quarterly Journal – Digital Version Now Available Read the digital version of The Best of Oceanside Quarterly Journal. This edition features the California Competes Tax Credit recipient, discusses the Chamber’s support of the North River Farms Project, highlights the history of the Top Gun house, and spends five minutes with Frontwave Credit Union exploring their recent unveiling of their new brand name. You’ll also find information on upcoming networking events, new and renewing members and Oceanside Business News. Digital version.​ List Your Business in the Official Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Guide On May 18, 2019 (Armed Forces Day) the Oceanside Chamber will hold its Annual Operation Appreciation event at the Civic Center Plaza in Oceanside. Thousands of local active duty military and family members will be treated to a day of food, fun and entertainment. Our media partner, Military Guides USA, will produce the official Operation Appreciation Guide, printing 40,000 copies to be distributed around Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, and at the event. List your business on our “We Support our Troops” page in the Official Operation Appreciation Guide for only $50 (Members) or $100 (Non-Members). Just complete the form attached and return it to Hana Gilbert at the Oceanside Chamber. For more details, please contact Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com. Download listing form.  Mayor Peter Weiss Performing at Arrowood Golf Course's Open House  Thursday, April 4, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Arrowood Golf Course 5201A Village Dr. Oceanside, CA 92057 Join us for a complimentary “Open House” at Arrowood Golf Course, April 4th, 5pm - 7pm. Sample some of our tasty menu selections created by our Event Chef, Clive Berkman. Peter Weiss (Oceanside Mayor) will be playing some of your favorite classic rock songs starting at 5pm. Jason Hong PGA Director of Instruction A-14 at Arrowood will be available to answer any questions about his PGA Lessons. Please RSVP: CBerkman@Arrowoodgolf.com. Relay for Life of Oceanside  Saturday & Sunday, April 6 & 7, 2019 10:00 AM - 10:00 AM MiraCosta College Track & Field 1 Barnard Dr. Oceanside, CA 92056 The Relay For Life movement is American Cancer Society’s signature fundraiser dedicated to helping communities attack cancer. From team members to volunteers, we all want to remember those we’ve lost, help those affected today, and give us a home team advantage against cancer. Through funds donated, time given, or awareness raised, our communities are teaming up to make a difference. When we rally together in the fight against cancer through this fun and inspirational event, we can accomplish anything. More details. 6th Annual North County Economic Summit Wednesday, April 10, 2019 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM California State University San Marcos - University Student Union Ballroom 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd San Marcos, CA 92096 Join us April 10th for our 6th Annual North County Economic Summit The Summit is the main event for San Diego North Economic Development Council and your attendance and support helps us execute on our core mission of economic development: Marketing the region, Assisting North County companies as they expand and grow, and Connecting employers and educators to strengthen the region's workforce. Chamber members are eligible for a discounted price that is just $5 more than SDNEDC investors ($95). Email Hana Gilbert, Communications and Outreach Coordinator at the Oceanside Chamber, for your exclusive promo code. More details. The North County Elevate My Business Challenge LIFT Development Enterprises (LIFT) is a not-for-profit micro small business growth accelerator program. Through workshops and mentorship, the program educates small businesses on how to become job creators, scale their business, and improve their business financial health. As a celebratory conclusion for the program’s successful graduates, a Pitch & Graduation Day is held where cash and service prizes are awarded to the top growth plan presentations, along with the opportunity to network with potential investors and partners. Post-program support is included for all graduates. More details. Building a Thriving Community (Video Courtesy Western Association of Chamber Executives) What does it mean for chambers of commerce to be a Catalyst, Convener and Champion? It's about the people in our community. That's why the Oceanside Chamber is focused on issues that are critical to our businesses and community: Housing, Workforce Development, Beach Sand Erosion, Military Outreach and Electing Business-Friendly Candidates. Your support helps us to build a thriving community! View Video.  Coast Highway Corridor Study: Status Update In 2009, the City of Oceanside adopted the Coast Highway Vision and Strategic Plan. This plan serves as a blueprint for the revitalization and enhancement of the Coast Highway corridor between Harbor Drive in the north and Buena Vista Lagoon in the south. The Vision and Strategic Plan includes several recommendations to transform Coast Highway from an auto-oriented thoroughfare into a "complete street" that serves all modes of transportation from automobiles to pedestrians to bicyclists and transit vehicles. In 2014, the City of Oceanside initiated a study and design project for the street enhancements and changes proposed as part of the Vision and Strategic Plan. This project, called the Coast Highway Corridor Study, will assess existing and future transportation conditions along the corridor and on surrounding streets in order to identify the preferred approach to implementing the recommendations contained in the 2009 Coast Highway Vision and Strategic Plan. More details. March Madness Can Improve Office Morale (Source: CalChamber) Your employees are very likely filling out their March Madness brackets right now. This year, the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s (NCAA) 81st annual college basketball tournament – dubbed March Madness – runs March 19 through April 8. In 2019, March Madness will cost employers an estimated $13.3 billion in lost productivity, according to a recent report from Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. Employees may be checking game scores, conversing with their co-workers more frequently and even watching games while on the clock. More details. Enhance Your Business with Better Lighting through March 31 ​There’s never been a better time to upgrade to energy-efficient lighting. With advanced technology that can lower your bills over time, instant rebates make lighting products more affordable. Take advantage of energy-saving instant rebates on discounted lighting products from local distributors through March 31. Products include interior LED troffers, outdoor fixtures, and interior high/low bay fixtures. More details. IRS Warns of New Phone Scam Using Taxpayer Advocate Service numbers The Internal Revenue Service today warned the public about a new twist on the IRS impersonation phone scam whereby criminals fake calls from the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS), an independent organization within the IRS. Similar to other IRS impersonation scams, thieves make unsolicited phone calls to their intended victims fraudulently claiming to be from the IRS. In this most recent scam variation, callers “spoof” the telephone number of the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service office in Houston or Brooklyn. Calls may be ‘robo-calls’ that request a call back. Once the taxpayer returns the call, the con artist requests personal information, including Social Security number or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN). More details. Fundamentals of Desktop QuickBooks for Business Owners Thursday, April 25, 2019 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 This course will teach you the essential elements of the desktop version of QuickBooks and help you to understand how the program works to provide you with the financial information you need to run your business successfully. You will learn about the chart of accounts and item lists-the very foundation of this robust accounting program. You will see how to enter basic transactions, customize the program to your business needs, obtain reports and much, much more! More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Thursday, March 28, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hello Betty Fish House RSVP to Tracy at Tracy@OceansideChamber.com Friday, April 12, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, The Miller's Table RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Friday, April 26, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hunter Steakhouse RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, March 20, 2019
​Oceanside Chamber Update March 20, 2019

OCC Weekly Enewsletter

Chamber Partners This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Mangia e Bevi ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS That Boy Good AT&T Fastsigns Vista The Lund Team Inc. - Garrett Lund Military Guides Oceanside Marina Suites at Oceanside Harbor Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond The Shoppes at Carlsbad Humana Gypsy Soul Dreaming Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Grant Awarded to the Oceanside Library for Autism-Friendly Program   Donate Shoes and Socks to Patients in Need at Your Community Hospital   Miracosta College's Spring 2019 Late-Start Classes Begin March 25th   Caltrans Announces Speed Limit Reduction Along I-5 Constructionin Encinitas and Carlsbad   All New Game at Codebreakers Escape Room Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Membership Development Representative ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 3/21/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop-Make Your Website Work for You  3/23/2019 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM 2nd Annual Goat for Joe Golf Classic 3/27/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN 1st Annual Puzzle Competition 3/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 3/29/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM OMC Webcast: Solving Problems with Design 4/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 4/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 4/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 4/6-4/7/2019 10:00 AM - 10:00 AM Relay for Life 4/10/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM China Trip Orientation 4/13/2019 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Saluting Our Wounded Warriors Event 4/18/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop - Tips for Measuring Online Success 5/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/2/2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Unite North County Coastal Luncheon 5/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser March Madness Can Improve Office Morale (Source: CalChamber) Your employees are very likely filling out their March Madness brackets right now. This year, the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s (NCAA) 81st annual college basketball tournament – dubbed March Madness – runs March 19 through April 8. In 2019, March Madness will cost employers an estimated $13.3 billion in lost productivity, according to a recent report from Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. Employees may be checking game scores, conversing with their co-workers more frequently and even watching games while on the clock. More details. Google Workshop: Make Your Website Work for You Tomorrow! Thursday, March 21, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 In this session, we will talk about strategies to build or improve an existing website. Whether you’ve had a website for 10 years or you’re just getting started, this workshop will give you the information you need to plan, create—or recreate—your site to accomplish business goals. Over 50 percent of global internet traffic is on mobile devices and over 70 to 56 percent of that traffic is devoted to transactional oriented searches (searchers want to buy something). As a small business, are you willing to ignore that market for your business?  Google has devoted considerable resources to provide information and tools to help you tap into that market and Oceanside Chamber is presenting targeted Google sessions that cover these topics and tools. More details. 2nd Annual Goat For Joe Golf Classic Benefiting NCHS Behavioral Health Saturday, March 23, 2019 6:45 AM - 1:30 PM Goat Hill Park Golf Course 2323 Goat Hill Drive  Oceanside, CA 92056 The annual Goat For Joe Golf Tournament and BBQ is a fundraising event orchestrated by Dana and Andrea Albert through the San Marcos Rotary Club Foundation.  The memorial event was created in memory of Joseph Aaron Nunez who passed away by suicide in March 2017.  There are several families in North County San Diego that may have a "Joe" in their lives that is struggling with mental illness such as suicidal thoughts, anxiety, depression, schizofrenia, bipolar disorder, or any other debilitating behavioral health issues. More details.  OYPN's 1st Annual Puzzle Competition Next Week! Wednesday, March 27, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Stone Brewing Co. 310 N Tremont St. Oceanside, CA 92054 Are you up for a little competition? Join the Oceanside Young Professional Network as they host their first Annual Puzzle Completion at Stone Brewing in Oceanside on March 27th from 5pm-7pm. Pre-register with discounted pricing online today! Tickets are $30 for a team of 4 or $10 for individuals online. All teams will compete in a 500pc competition before the 2 winning teams move on to the final 1000pc competition. A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to a local nonprofit. No experience necessary. Come out and meet fellow young professionals and support a good cause! Each team member competing will receive a free event T-shirt. Winning team members in the final round will receive gift baskets from participating sponsors! Register here!   One More Customer Webcast: Solving Problems with Design Friday, March 29, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 When you think of the word ‘design,’ what comes to mind? Aesthetics? Graphics? Sure – but there’s so much more! Tune in to this episode as Zach Pousman shares how to use the concepts of ‘design’ and ‘design thinking’ to: •    Solve real business problems •    Collect data and understand your customers •    Craft a process to help your customers achieve their goals •    Grow your business as a result The guest speaker for this event is Zach Pousman. Zacho leads the team at Helpfully, and serves as a convener for today’s best talent and tomorrow’s best ideas. Zach has a background deep in theory- and practice-centered work in Human Computer Interaction. More details.​​​​​ Ken Blanchard to Keynote Unite North County Luncheon Thursday, May 2, 2019 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa 5480 Grand Pacific Drive Carlsbad, CA, 92008 Join the key civic, business, church and non profit leaders of Carlsbad, Encinitas, Oceanside, and Vista as we become INFORMED, INSPIRED and then ENGAGED for the good of our communities. The keynote speaker for this event is Ken Blanchard, world-renowned author and leadership expert. Ken is one of the most influential leadership experts in the world and is respected for his years of groundbreaking work in the fields of leadership and management. The event's emcee Luma Haddad, a distinguished public speaker. Luma Haddad is the Multi Ethnic Divisional Coordinator for the Southwest Division of Young Life as well as a Young Life Urban Area Director for San Diego South Bay for 19 years. More details. The Best of Oceanside Quarterly Journal – Digital Version Now Available Read the digital version of The Best of Oceanside Quarterly Journal. This edition features the California Competes Tax Credit recipient, discusses the Chamber’s support of the North River Farms Project, highlights the history of the Top Gun house, and spends five minutes with Frontwave Credit Union exploring their recent unveiling of their new brand name. You’ll also find information on upcoming networking events, new and renewing members and Oceanside Business News. Digital version.​ List Your Business in the Official Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Guide On May 18, 2019 (Armed Forces Day) the Oceanside Chamber will hold its Annual Operation Appreciation event at the Civic Center Plaza in Oceanside. Thousands of local active duty military and family members will be treated to a day of food, fun and entertainment. Our media partner, Military Guides USA, will produce the official Operation Appreciation Guide, printing 40,000 copies to be distributed around Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, and at the event. List your business on our “We Support our Troops” page in the Official Operation Appreciation Guide for only $50 (Members) or $100 (Non-Members). Just complete the form attached and return it to Hana Gilbert at the Oceanside Chamber. For more details, please contact Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com. Download listing form.  MetroFlex Gym 1 Year Anniversary Celebration Photo Gallery On Saturday, March 16th Metroflex Gym celebrated their One Year Anniversary at their location at 318 N Horne St in Oceanside! Metroflex is a veteran-owned, results-based gym where everyone is welcome. They cater to their members from hardcore bodybuilders and power-lifters to those focused on fat loss or their overall health. They offer personal training and an elite sports pro shop stocked with the best supplements in the business. Metroflex is open 24/7, offers competitive rates and has top notch equipment designed to ergonomically work your muscles so you can meet your fitness goals. Stop in and check them out today! More photos. Experience Oceanside's World of Water This Saturday! Saturday, March 23, 2019 10:00AM - 1:00PM San Luis Rey Wastewater Plant  3950 N. River Rd.  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join the City of Oceanside's World of Water Experience March 23rd from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Tour the facility and learn about Pure Water. Plant a take home succulent. Win Green Oceanside games and prizes. Find out how to read your water meter. Arts and crafts for available for the whole family. Enjoy water operation demonstrations. Learn about water, water reuse and Pure Water Oceanside — a new source of water! Pure Water Oceanside will purify recycled water to create a new, local source of high-quality drinking water for Oceanside that is clean, safe, drought-proof and environmentally sound. The city’s program will produce enough water to provide more than 30% of the city’s water supply. More details. Relay for Life of Oceanside  Saturday & Sunday, April 6 & 7, 2019 10:00 AM - 10:00 AM MiraCosta College Track & Field 1 Barnard Dr. Oceanside, CA 92056 The Relay For Life movement is American Cancer Society’s signature fundraiser dedicated to helping communities attack cancer. From team members to volunteers, we all want to remember those we’ve lost, help those affected today, and give us a home team advantage against cancer. Through funds donated, time given, or awareness raised, our communities are teaming up to make a difference. When we rally together in the fight against cancer through this fun and inspirational event, we can accomplish anything. More details. 6th Annual North County Economic Summit Wednesday, April 10, 2019 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM California State University San Marcos - University Student Union Ballroom 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd San Marcos, CA 92096 Join us April 10th for our 6th Annual North County Economic Summit The Summit is the main event for San Diego North Economic Development Council and your attendance and support helps us execute on our core mission of economic development: Marketing the region, Assisting North County companies as they expand and grow, and Connecting employers and educators to strengthen the region's workforce. Chamber members are eligible for a discounted price that is just $5 more than SDNEDC investors ($95). Email Hana Gilbert, Communications and Outreach Coordinator at the Oceanside Chamber, for your exclusive promo code. More details. April Business Mixer Thursday, April 25, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Veterans Association of North County (VANC)  1617 Mission Avenue  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join us for our Business Mixer on Thursday, April 25th at the Veterans Association of North County (VANC), 1617 Mission Avenue, Oceanside CA 92058 from 5 to 7 pm.  Enjoy delicious food, no host bar, networking, and door and raffle prizes. Raffle proceeds will benefit VANC. If you have an item to donate for the raffle, please contact Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. Please note overflow parking is available at the County offices across the street. Register.  Building a Thriving Community (Video Courtesy Western Association of Chamber Executives) What does it mean for chambers of commerce to be a Catalyst, Convener and Champion? It's about the people in our community. That's why the Oceanside Chamber is focused on issues that are critical to our businesses and community: Housing, Workforce Development, Beach Sand Erosion, Military Outreach and Electing Business-Friendly Candidates. Your support helps us to build a thriving community! View Video.  Coast Highway Corridor Study: Status Update In 2009, the City of Oceanside adopted the Coast Highway Vision and Strategic Plan. This plan serves as a blueprint for the revitalization and enhancement of the Coast Highway corridor between Harbor Drive in the north and Buena Vista Lagoon in the south. The Vision and Strategic Plan includes several recommendations to transform Coast Highway from an auto-oriented thoroughfare into a "complete street" that serves all modes of transportation from automobiles to pedestrians to bicyclists and transit vehicles. In 2014, the City of Oceanside initiated a study and design project for the street enhancements and changes proposed as part of the Vision and Strategic Plan. This project, called the Coast Highway Corridor Study, will assess existing and future transportation conditions along the corridor and on surrounding streets in order to identify the preferred approach to implementing the recommendations contained in the 2009 Coast Highway Vision and Strategic Plan. More details. Sharing Solutions Opioid Toolkit  Recently, the U.S. Chamber Foundation launched the Sharing Solutions Opioid Toolkit. This important initiative is designed to make it easier for business owners to access the information they need to combat this crisis in their workplaces and communities. Sharing Solutions was created by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to provide employer resources and showcase innovative solutions to the opioid crisis. We work to identify resource needs and then aggregate, synthesize, and feature resources in an accessible way for the people who need them most. We believe that business is part of the solution. Businesses are a vehicle to help solve this crisis. Together, we can make a difference and save lives. More details. Know Your Business’s Pricing Plan SDG&E’s winter pricing kicked in on November 1, 2018 and goes through May 31, 2019. This means lower pricing across the board! Energy costs are highest between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. View your business’s current pricing plan and compare to other options with SDG&E’s Pricing Plan Comparison tool. Choose the best plan depending upon when you use energy most.In My Account, you can get personalized comparisons of pricing plans to make sure your business is on the best plan. No matter which plan you choose, be sure to sign up for energy alerts so you can monitor your energy use and minimize energy costs. You can sign up for these alerts in My Account at myaccount.sdge.com. More details. IRS Kicks Off Annual List of Most Prevalent Tax Scams! Kicking off the annual “Dirty Dozen” list of tax scams, the Internal Revenue Service today warned taxpayers of the ongoing threat of internet phishing scams that lead to tax-related fraud and identity theft. The IRS warns taxpayers, businesses and tax professionals to be alert for a continuing surge of fake emails, text messages, websites and social media attempts to steal personal information. These attacks tend to increase during tax season and remain a major danger of identity theft. To help protect taxpayers against these and other threats, the IRS highlights one scam on 12 consecutive week days to help raise awareness. Phishing schemes are the first of the 2019 “Dirty Dozen” scams. More details. Today is SBDC Day! Wednesday, March 20, 2019 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 The San Diego and Imperial SBDC Network’s Annual National SBDC Day Celebration on March 20 from 11am-2pm is open to the community highlighting the SBDC services available to small business owners at no or very low cost. Meet SBDC Business Advisors, Get Tip on How to Start or Grow Your Business and Hear Success Stories From SBDC Clients, Tour The Centers And Win Prizes. Mix and Mingle with Business and Community Leaders, Special Guests, Legislators, The SBA, And Small Business Owners. We Will Be Serving Lunch and Celebrating With SBDC Day Cake. Special thank you to our partners Chase Bank, Intertalk Television, Uncle Keith’s Gourmet, Minilicous Mini Donuts, El Borrego Mexican Restaurant and more! More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Thursday, March 28, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hello Betty Fish House RSVP to Tracy at Tracy@OceansdieChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, March 13, 2019
​Oceanside Chamber Update March 13, 2019

OCC Weekly Enewsletter

Chamber Partners     This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! SoCal Softwash Tait Consulting, Inc Mindful Rejuvenation ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Classic Chariots Gilead Harbor Fish & Chips La Quinta Inn Oceanside Oceanside Tattoo "The Arcade" Prince of Peace Abbey Prohibition Brewing Company Ramada Inn Oceanside Slight Edge Hair Salon Upper Crust Pizza Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Boys & Girls Club of Oceanside Granted $25,000 by Rite Aid Foundation KidCents to Promote Healthy Lifestyles   Oceanside's Parks and Recreation Spring Activity Guide   Women Breaking Boundaries: Lisa Ling Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Membership Development Representative ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 3/13/2019 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CEO Tour at The Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside 3/14/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 3/15/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 3/16/2019 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM MetroFlexGym One Year Anniversary Celebration 3/21/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop-Make Your Website Work for You  3/23/2019 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM 2nd Annual Goat for Joe Golf Classic 3/27/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN 1st Annual Puzzle Competition 3/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 3/29/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM OMC Webcast: Solving Problems with Design 4/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 4/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 4/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 4/6-4/7/2019 10:00 AM - 10:00 AM Relay for Life 4/10/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM China Trip Orientation 4/13/2019 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Saluting Our Wounded Warriors Event 4/18/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop - Tips for Measuring Online Success 5/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser CalChamber Launches The Workplace Podcast: First Episode Discusses Sexual Harassment in the Workplace (Source: CalChamber) Today the California Chamber of Commerce launched The Workplace, a podcast that provides expert and entertaining commentary on issues critical to California employers and employees. Episodes will be released each Wednesday and include discussions about California employment laws, legislative proposals, and national and state politics.Episode 1 deals with sexual harassment in the workplace and features Erika Frank, CalChamber executive vice president, legal affairs and general counsel, and Laura Curtis, CalChamber policy advocate.  The two experts discuss what constitutes harassment in the workplace, the impact of the #MeToo movement and ways employers can lead the charge to prevent unwanted conduct. More details. Military Affairs Forum Tomorrow! Thursday, March 14, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber   928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key issues relating to Oceanside's relationship with Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and the servicemembers serving on the base. Our March meeting will feature presentations from Hisako Sonethavilay of Blue Star Families and Melinda Gomez, Program Manager, Hiring Our Heroes. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 2nd Thursday of every other month(odd numbered months), from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details.  2nd Annual Goat For Joe Golf Classic Benefiting NCHS Behavioral Health Saturday, March 23, 2019 6:45 AM - 1:30 PM Goat Hill Park Golf Course 2323 Goat Hill Drive  Oceanside, CA 92056 The annual Goat For Joe Golf Tournament and BBQ is a fundraising event orchestrated by Dana and Andrea Albert through the San Marcos Rotary Club Foundation.  The memorial event was created in memory of Joseph Aaron Nunez who passed away by suicide in March 2017.  There are several families in North County San Diego that may have a "Joe" in their lives that is struggling with mental illness such as suicidal thoughts, anxiety, depression, schizofrenia, bipolar disorder, or any other debilitating behavioral health issues. More details. Coast Highway Corridor Study: Status Update In 2009, the City of Oceanside adopted the Coast Highway Vision and Strategic Plan. This plan serves as a blueprint for the revitalization and enhancement of the Coast Highway corridor between Harbor Drive in the north and Buena Vista Lagoon in the south. The Vision and Strategic Plan includes several recommendations to transform Coast Highway from an auto-oriented thoroughfare into a "complete street" that serves all modes of transportation from automobiles to pedestrians to bicyclists and transit vehicles. In 2014, the City of Oceanside initiated a study and design project for the street enhancements and changes proposed as part of the Vision and Strategic Plan. This project, called the Coast Highway Corridor Study, will assess existing and future transportation conditions along the corridor and on surrounding streets in order to identify the preferred approach to implementing the recommendations contained in the 2009 Coast Highway Vision and Strategic Plan. More details. List Your Business in the Official Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Guide On May 18, 2019 (Armed Forces Day) the Oceanside Chamber will hold its Annual Operation Appreciation event at the Civic Center Plaza in Oceanside. Thousands of local active duty military and family members will be treated to a day of food, fun and entertainment. Our media partner, Military Guides USA, will produce the official Operation Appreciation Guide, printing 40,000 copies to be distributed around Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, and at the event. List your business on our “We Support our Troops” page in the Official Operation Appreciation Guide for only $50 (Members) or $100 (Non-Members). Just complete the form attached and return it to Hana Gilbert at the Oceanside Chamber. For more details, please contact Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com. Download listing form.  MetroFlex Gym 1 Year Anniversary Celebration Saturday, March 16, 2019 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Metroflex Gym 318 N. Horne St. Oceanside, CA 92054 Join us Saturday, March 16th for the One Year Anniversary Party for Metroflex Oceanside at 318 N. Horne St.! The event runs from 10am-3pm with a ribbon cutting ceremony kicking off at 11:30am. Come celebrate the year of success for this locally veteran-owned business, test your might in our competitive events (bench press, deadlifts, pull-ups, tire-flip, and stone carry!  OR you can test your body fat in the hydrostatic dunk tank (Signups are 1 week prior to the event at this location). Multiple supplement companies and local vendors will be present sampling their wares! This event will also feature a Police Gauntlet Truck with Oceanside PD and deliciously nutritious grub from Simply Prepped Nutrition. See you there! Event Page. Google Workshop: Make Your Website Work for You Thursday, March 21, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 In this session, we will talk about strategies to build or improve an existing website. Whether you’ve had a website for 10 years or you’re just getting started, this workshop will give you the information you need to plan, create—or recreate—your site to accomplish business goals. Over 50 percent of global internet traffic is on mobile devices and over 70 to 56 percent of that traffic is devoted to transactional oriented searches (searchers want to buy something). As a small business, are you willing to ignore that market for your business?  Google has devoted considerable resources to provide information and tools to help you tap into that market and Oceanside Chamber is presenting targeted Google sessions that cover these topics and tools. More details. Experience Oceanside's World of Water  Saturday, March 23, 2019 10:00AM - 1:00PM San Luis Rey Wastewater Plant  3950 N. River Rd.  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join the City of Oceanside's World of Water Experience March 23rd from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Tour the facility and learn about Pure Water. Plant a take home succulent. Win Green Oceanside games and prizes. Find out how to read your water meter. Arts and crafts for available for the whole family. Enjoy water operation demonstrations. Learn about water, water reuse and Pure Water Oceanside — a new source of water! Pure Water Oceanside will purify recycled water to create a new, local source of high-quality drinking water for Oceanside that is clean, safe, drought-proof and environmentally sound. The city’s program will produce enough water to provide more than 30% of the city’s water supply. More details. OYPN's 1st Annual Puzzle Competition Wednesday, March 27, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Stone Brewing Co. 310 N Tremont St. Oceanside, CA 92054 Are you up for a little competition? Join the Oceanside Young Professional Network as they host their first Annual Puzzle Completion at Stone Brewing in Oceanside on March 27th from 5pm-7pm. Pre-register with discounted pricing online today! Tickets are $30 for a team of 4 or $10 for individuals online. All teams will compete in a 500pc competition before the 2 winning teams move on to the final 1000pc competition. A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to a local nonprofit. No experience necessary. Come out and meet fellow young professionals and support a good cause! Each team member competing will receive a free event T-shirt. Winning team members in the final round will receive gift baskets from participating sponsors! Register here! Relay for Life of Oceanside  Saturday & Sunday, April 6 & 7, 2019 10:00 AM - 10:00 AM MiraCosta College Track & Field 1 Barnard Dr. Oceanside, CA 92056 The Relay For Life movement is American Cancer Society’s signature fundraiser dedicated to helping communities attack cancer. From team members to volunteers, we all want to remember those we’ve lost, help those affected today, and give us a home team advantage against cancer. Through funds donated, time given, or awareness raised, our communities are teaming up to make a difference. When we rally together in the fight against cancer through this fun and inspirational event, we can accomplish anything. More details. 6th Annual North County Economic Summit Wednesday, April 10, 2019 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM California State University San Marcos - University Student Union Ballroom 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd San Marcos, CA 92096 Join us April 10th for our 6th Annual North County Economic Summit The Summit is the main event for San Diego North Economic Development Council and your attendance and support helps us execute on our core mission of economic development: Marketing the region, Assisting North County companies as they expand and grow, and Connecting employers and educators to strengthen the region's workforce. Chamber members are eligible for a discounted price that is just $5 more than SDNEDC investors ($95). Email Hana Gilbert, Communications and Outreach Coordinator at the Oceanside Chamber, for your exclusive promo code. More details. Arrowood Golf Course Ribbon Cutting Photo Gallery On Thursday, March 7th, Arrowood Golf Course announced that the most challenging finishing stretch of golf in North County San Diego now has a name, The Quandary. The name was revealed at the Ribbon Cutting ceremony. Also, in attendance were a few local dignitaries who will help us christen the new name. In addition to unveiling the new name and sign on the 15th tee, the event also included hors d’oeuvres with a ‘Horse Race’ style competition for the contestants to participate in to follow. More photos. IRS: Be Vigilant Against Phone Scams Annual 'Dirty Dozen' List Continues As the April filing deadline approaches, the Internal Revenue Service today warned taxpayers to be alert to tax time phone scams where aggressive criminals pose as IRS agents in hopes of stealing money or personal information. Phone scams or “vishing” (voice phishing) continue to pose a major threat. The scam has cost thousands of people millions of dollars in recent years, and the IRS continues to see variations on these aggressive calling schemes. Phone scams again made the IRS’ Dirty Dozen list, an annual compilation of some of the schemes that threaten taxpayers not only during filing season but throughout the year. More details. One More Customer Webcast: Solving Problems with Design Friday, March 29, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 When you think of the word ‘design,’ what comes to mind? Aesthetics? Graphics? Sure – but there’s so much more! Tune in to this episode as Zach Pousman shares how to use the concepts of ‘design’ and ‘design thinking’ to: •    Solve real business problems •    Collect data and understand your customers •    Craft a process to help your customers achieve their goals •    Grow your business as a result The guest speaker for this event is Zach Pousman. Zacho leads the team at Helpfully, and serves as a convener for today’s best talent and tomorrow’s best ideas. Zach has a background deep in theory- and practice-centered work in Human Computer Interaction. More details. Getting Started with Marketing Automation Tuesday, March 26, 2019 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 Staying on top of emails to prospects and customers can be a full time job. Even if you have templates for outreach and replies, it still takes time to tweak your message and send out emails. Marketing automation can take over some of that job for you, sending and replying to standard emails automatically so you don’t have to. More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, March 15, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Master's Kitchen Cocktail RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Thursday, March 28, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hello Betty Fish House RSVP to Tracy at Tracy@OceansdieChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, March 6, 2019
​Oceanside Chamber Update March 6, 2019

OCC Weekly Enewsletter

Chamber Partners     This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Fat Joe's O'side Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Oceanside Harbor District Women's Resource Center ORCO Block Pacific View Charter School 101 Bagels & Subs YSR CPA Group PC Oceanside Live Scan, Inc The Learning Experience Oceanside Airport Association Oceanside Security Agency ​​​Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Tri-City Medical Center Carlsbad Marathon and Half-Marathon John Boyer Elected to Scripps Board of Trustees The Oceanside Theatre Company Teams with Autism Community to Raise Awareness Ready to Drive Electric? Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Membership Development Representative ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 3/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 3/7/2019 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Arrowood Golf Course Ribbon Cutting 3/12/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours 3/13/2019 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CEO Tour at The Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside 3/14/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 3/15/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 3/16/2019 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM MetroFlexGym One Year Anniversary Celebration 3/21/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop-Make Your Website Work for You  3/23/2019 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM 2nd Annual Goat for Joe Golf Classic 3/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 4/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 4/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 4/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 4/10/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM China Trip Orientation 4/13/2019 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Saluting Our Wounded Warriors Event 4/18/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop - Tips for Measuring Online Success 5/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser The Oceanside Chamber Votes to Support North River Farms The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce is committed to playing a vital role in the well-being of our community. In February, the chamber voted to support the proposed North River Farms development in eastern Oceanside, in part because of the positive opportunities it will create to meet our housing and employment objectives. Chamber CEO, Scott Ashton says, “As we look to our future it is imperative that we implement lifestyle supportive housing to attract and retain our workforce.” Your support is needed prior to the March 13th City Council Meeting. More details. Emerging Issues Forum Tomorrow Morning! Thursday, March 07, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Emerging Issues Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key community issues, interact with legislative representatives and receive updates on legislative items impacting business. At our March meeting, Russ Cunningham, Principal Planner for the City of Oceanside will provide an update on the City's Local Coastal Program. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 1st Thursday ,of every month, from 8am to 9:30am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details. Military Affairs Forum Thursday, March 14, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber   928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key issues relating to Oceanside's relationship with Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and the servicemembers serving on the base. Our March meeting will feature presentations from Meredith M. Lozar of Blue Star Families and Melinda Gomez, Program Manager of Corporate Fellowship Program for Hiring Our Heroes. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 2nd Thursday of every other month(odd numbered months), from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details. Oceanside Business Journal: Direct Mailed to Thousands of Local Businesses and Residents Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights. For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Lowe or Vannie Colon at the Oceanside Chamber at 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit Tips for Business Owners Frustrated with Transient Activity Last Friday, Sgt. Jim Ridenour, head of Oceanside PD’s H.O.T. team (Homeless Outreach Team) spoke to members of the Oceanside Chamber regarding the transient activity here in Oceanside. This topic has been of great concern and regularly discussion amongst members, and the Chamber felt it was necessary to hold a workshop informing business owners and community members alike about the current transient situation and offer some solutions. Sgt. Jim spoke about the causes behind the increase, the strides Oceanside PD’s H.O.T. team has taken to combat this issue, and recommendations for community members to follow that will reduce the number of transient run ins and help his team track the transient population’s whereabouts and hotspots. More details. List Your Business in the Official Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Guide On May 18, 2019 (Armed Forces Day) the Oceanside Chamber will hold its Annual Operation Appreciation event at the Civic Center Plaza in Oceanside. Thousands of local active duty military and family members will be treated to a day of food, fun and entertainment. Our media partner, Military Guides USA, will produce the official Operation Appreciation Guide, printing 40,000 copies to be distributed around Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, and at the event. List your business on our “We Support our Troops” page in the Official Operation Appreciation Guide for only $50 (Members) or $100 (Non-Members). Just complete the form attached and return it to Hana Gilbert at the Oceanside Chamber. For more details, please contact Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com. Download listing form.  Otterlei Coastal Ribbon Cutting Photo Gallery On Saturday, January 19th Otterlei Coastal celebrated their grand opening at their new location at 250 Mission Ave. Having lived in Hawaii for 12 years, Greg and Stacey Holmes developed a passion for coastal decor. In April of 2018, they decided to turn their passion into a business, opening Otterlei Coastal, an "anything and everything" shop for beached themed home decor. Stacey and Greg personally select every product with an emphasis on their eye for Hawaiian inspiration. Otterlei Coastal, deriving from Stacey's love for otters and a lei, prides itself in bringing a taste of Hawaii to Oceanside, and hopes to bring the Aloha to every customer's experience! More Photos. Arrowood Golf Course Last Four Holes Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Thursday, March 7, 2019 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Arrowood Golf Course 5201A Village Dr. Oceanside, CA 92057 Arrowood Golf Course is happy to announce that the most challenging finishing stretch of golf in north county San Diego now has a name. In a private ribbon cutting ceremony to be held at the course on March 7, 2019 at 4 O’clock the course will unveil the new name with a sign that marks the beginning of the final 4 hole stretch near the 15th tee box. The ceremony will be attended by contestants whose submission for the new name were selected as one of the finalists by our panel of staff judges.  Also, in attendance will be a few local dignitaries who will help us christen the new name. In addition to unveiling the new name and sign on the 15th tee, the event will include hors d’oeuvres with a ‘Horse Race’ style competition for the contestants to participate in to follow. More details. MetroFlex Gym 1 Year Anniversary Celebration Saturday, March 16, 2019 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Metroflex Gym 318 N Horne St. Oceanside, CA 92054 Join us Saturday, March 16th for the One Year Anniversary Party for Metroflex Oceanside at 318 N. Horne St.! The event runs from 10am-3pm with a ribbon cutting ceremony kicking off at 11:30am. Come celebrate the year of success for this locally veteran-owned business, test your might in our competitive events (bench press, deadlifts, pull-ups, tire-flip, and stone carry!  OR you can test your body fat in the hydrostatic dunk tank (Signups are 1 week prior to the event at this location). Multiple supplement companies and local vendors will be present sampling their wares! This event will also feature a Police Gauntlet Truck with Oceanside PD and deliciously nutritious grub from Simply Prepped Nutrition. See you there! Event Page. 2nd Annual Goat For Joe Golf Classic Benefiting NCHS Behavioral Health Saturday, March 23, 2019 6:45 AM - 1:30 PM Goat Hill Park Golf Course 2323 Goat Hill Drive  Oceanside, CA 92056 The annual Goat For Joe Golf Tournament and BBQ is a fundraising event orchestrated by Dana and Andrea Albert through the San Marcos Rotary Club Foundation.  The memorial event was created in memory of Joseph Aaron Nunez who passed away by suicide in March 2017.  There are several families in North County San Diego that may have a "Joe" in their lives that is struggling with mental illness such as suicidal thoughts, anxiety, depression, schizofrenia, bipolar disorder, or any other debilitating behavioral health issues. More details. Experience Oceanside's World of Water  Saturday, March 23, 2019 10:00AM - 1:00PM San Luis Rey Wastewater Plant  3950 N. River Rd.  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join the City of Oceanside's World of Water Experience March 23rd from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Tour the facility and learn about Pure Water. Plant a take home succulent. Win Green Oceanside games and prizes. Find out how to read your water meter. Arts and crafts for available for the whole family. Enjoy water operation demonstrations. Learn about water, water reuse and Pure Water Oceanside — a new source of water! Pure Water Oceanside will purify recycled water to create a new, local source of high-quality drinking water for Oceanside that is clean, safe, drought-proof and environmentally sound. The city’s program will produce enough water to provide more than 30% of the city’s water supply. More details. 6th Annual North County Economic Summit Wednesday, April 10, 2019 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM California State University San Marcos - University Student Union Ballroom 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd San Marcos, CA 92096 Join us April 10th for our 6th Annual North County Economic Summit The Summit is the main event for San Diego North Economic Development Council and your attendance and support helps us execute on our core mission of economic development: Marketing the region, Assisting North County companies as they expand and grow, and Connecting employers and educators to strengthen the region's workforce. Chamber members are eligible for a discounted price that is just $5 more than SDNEDC investors ($95). Email Hana Gilbert, Communications and Outreach Coordinator at the Oceanside Chamber, for your exclusive promo code. More details. Purple Heart Originals Ribbon Cutting Photo Gallery On Saturday, February 16th, Purple Heart Originals celebrated their grand opening of their location on 518 Oceanside Blvd., #101A. Their custom ammo cans are real government issued ammo boxes built for and used by the United States Military which then are refurbished by combat veterans. Choose from dozens of colors and custom images. These custom ammo cans make the perfect gift for any occasion from retirement gifts to golf tournaments. They even create custom ammo cans for wedding gifts. Stop in their shop to start your creation! More Photos. Property Owners with Rain Damage Asked to Complete Survey If your property sustained damage during the storms that struck the week of Valentine’s Day, the County would like your help estimating the cost for our region.  The cold winter storms brought record-setting rainfall, flooding and high winds to San Diego County. The County Office of Emergency Services is asking you to complete a short damage survey form that will assist in collecting information and associated costs. The information gathered from the surveys will be used to estimate total damages countywide and determine if enough damage occurred to qualify the region for state or federal disaster recovery assistance, such as low interest disaster loans from the Small Business Administration for those who are uninsured or under insured. More details and survey form. Tell Us Now App! With the app "Tell Us Now!" residents can report nonemergency problems to the departments within the Land Use & Environment Group. You can report issues countywide related to pricing and scales (e.g. gas pumps, grocery stores), air quality (region wide), and code compliance (e.g. graffiti, abandoned vehicles) within the unincorporated area. The public can also report any road related issues such as potholes, signals, signs, and street lights. The public can simply download the app, fill out the information form, and submit their request to the County for resolution. The app is tightly integrated with LUEG's permitting system which enables the request to go directly into the system reducing time and errors. The app enables the requester to track the progress of a complaint to resolution. More details. Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside Invites Local Restaurants to Participate in 4th Annual Cuisine for Kids Event The Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside (BGCO) is looking for local restaurants to participate in their 4th Annual Cuisine for Kids fundraising celebration on Thursday, March 7th, 2019. This event is our official kick-off for their Annual Giving Campaign. They will offer the best food, wine and beer North County has to offer. They expect over 250 participants and invite you to partner with them by serving food samples, beer or wine in support of local youth through this fun filled tasting event. They will feature food, wine and beer vendors as well as local bands. All proceeds go to support their enriching after school programs for over 1,400 youth each day as well as camp scholarships for families in need. The event is open to the public and will be advertised throughout the county. More details. Tri-City Children's Dentistry Ribbon Cutting Photo Gallery On Friday, February 22nd Tri-City Children’s Dentistry celebrated their anniversary at their new location at 2420 Vista Way Suite 210 in Oceanside. Doctor Angelo Vasquez is a unique kind of pediatric dentist. With his kid-oriented style and fun personality, he gets children excited about their dental care, helping them develop healthy habits that will last. Their office is dedicated to providing excellent dental health care for infants, children and adolescents in a caring and gentle environment to give them a lifetime of beautiful smiles. More Photos. IRS Waives Estimated Tax Penalty for Farmers, Fishermen Who File Returns and Pay Tax by April 15 The Internal Revenue Service will waive the estimated tax penalty for any qualifying farmer or fisherman who files his or her 2018 federal income tax return and pays any tax due by Monday, April 15, 2019. The deadline is Wednesday, April 17, 2019, for taxpayers residing in Maine or Massachusetts. More details. Getting Started with Marketing Automation Tuesday, March 26, 2019 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 Staying on top of emails to prospects and customers can be a full time job. Even if you have templates for outreach and replies, it still takes time to tweak your message and send out emails. Marketing automation can take over some of that job for you, sending and replying to standard emails automatically so you don’t have to. More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Friday, March 15, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Master's Kitchen Cocktail RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Thursday, March 28, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hello Betty Fish House RSVP to Tracy at Tracy@OceansdieChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, February 27, 2019
​Oceanside Chamber Update February 27, 2019

OCC Update February 27, 2019

Chamber Partners     This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! jD Law, P.C. Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Coleman Worldwide Moving Coast Compounding Pharmacy El Camino Rental Harcourts Sand and Sea Properties Harney Sushi Mission Linen Supply Mike Musso & Associates, Inc., DIRECTV / ATT Commercial Service Providers Oceanside Broiler Pro Kids | The First Tee of San Diego ​​​​​​ ​​​Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS We Broke Ground. Now What? Oceanside Beachfront Resort City of Oceanside Water to Receive$2.623 Million in Funding Marijuana Preventions Arts and Video Contest MiraCosta College Accepting Applications for Vacancies on the Independent Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 2/27/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN Team Building Event at Dave & Buster's 2/28/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Enlisted Recognition Reception 3/1/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM One More Customer Webcast 3/1/2019 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Del Oro Smiles Dentistry Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 3/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 3/5/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 3/6/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 3/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 3/7/2019 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Arrowood Golf Course Ribbon Cutting 3/12/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours 3/13/2019 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CEO Tour at The Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside 3/14/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 3/15/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 3/16/2019 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM MetroFlexGym One Year Anniversary Celebration 3/21/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop-Make Your Website Work for You  3/23/2019 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM 2nd Annual Goat for Joe Golf Classic 3/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 4/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 4/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 4/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 4/10/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM China Trip Orientation 4/13/2019 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Saluting Our Wounded Warriors Event 4/18/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop - Tips for Measuring Online Success 5/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Membership Committee Meeting 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Workers’ Compensation Insurance Is Not Optional (Source: CalChamber) The California Labor Commissioner’s Office reminds employers that they must maintain valid workers’ compensation insurance coverage for all workers, including part-time employees. Employers should also be sure their insurance company is licensed to sell insurance in California. In December, the California Department of Insurance issued a $4.3 million penalty to two companies for not being properly licensed. More details. OYPN Team Building Event at Dave & Buster's Tonight! Wednesday, February 27, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Dave & Buster's Carlsbad  2501 El Camino Real Ste. 140  Carlsbad, CA 92008 The Oceanside Young Professionals Network invites you to join us on Dave's Epic Quest on Wednesday February 22nd from 5pm-7pm. Meet like-minded young professionals and work together as a team in a series of challenges. The winning team will be given certificates and treated to appetizers from the Chamber team. This experience will help promote & strengthen your time management skills, problem solving & communication with your fellow peers. Teams will devise a divide-and-conquer strategy to score the most points in the allotted time.The cost is $10 for Chamber Members and $20 for Prospective Members. More details and registration.  Small Business Owners Express Concerns about CA’s Independent Contractor Rules Californians’ right to choose to work as an independent contractor or freelancer is at risk due to an unprecedented Court decision. 85 independent contractors, small business owners, and advocates attended a hearing in Sacramento yesterday to share their perspective with the Assembly Labor Committee Members. You can view videos of their feedback on Twitter or Facebook. Assemblymember Tasha Boerner Horvath will be holding a meeting in Oceanside on this issue next week. If you would be interested in attending this meeting or having the Chamber share your input with the Assemblymember, please contact Chamber CEO, Scott Ashton at 760-722-1534 or scott@oceansidechamber.com. Watch Video Testimony on Twitter or Facebook. Enlisted Recognition Reception Tomorrow! Thursday, February 28, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Veterans Association of North County (VANC)  1617 Mission Avenue  Oceanside, CA 92058 The Enlisted Recognition Reception will be held on Thursday, February 28, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  The Oceanside Chamber’s Military Affairs Committee created the Enlisted Recognition Program in 2001 as a way for the business community to recognize the excellence of the local enlisted personnel. This event is open to the public and will feature delicious hors d'oeuvres​ and an evening of celebration as we recognize Marines and Sailors who have been identified by their respective commands as  top performers and contributors. More details and registration.  One More Customer Webcast: The Convenience Revolution This Friday! Friday, March 01, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 How can you disrupt your competition – and maybe even an entire industry? Be convenient! It’s a powerful (and overlooked) way to differentiate yourself and actually grow your sales. Tune in as Shep shares how joining the ‘convenience revolution’ can help you: • Out-service competitors and disrupt your market • Reduce friction points In your sales cycle • Create an amazing customer experience with just a few small adjustments • Reap the rewards of more customers, more referrals, and more loyalty! More details. Cal Competes Tax Credit Workshop Monday, March 4, 2019 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM  San Marcos City Hall, Community Center, Main Hall 3 Civic Center Dr San Marcos, CA 92069 Growing your company in CA? Join us for a free workshop to learn more about the California Competes Tax Credit. The California Competes Tax Credit was created to help businesses that want to move to California or stay and grow in California. Since the program launch, 112 San Diego companies have won $66 million in tax credits. The Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (Go-Biz) has set aside $100 million this round of the $200 million available for this fiscal year. Specific eligibility requirements can be found here. The next application round opens on March 4, 2019 and closes March 25, 2019. More details. Emerging Issues Forum Thursday, March 07, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Emerging Issues Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key community issues, interact with legislative representatives and receive updates on legislative items impacting business. At our March meeting, Russ Cunningham, Principal Planner for the City of Oceanside will provide an update on the City's Local Coastal Program. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 1st Thursday ,of every month, from 8am to 9:30am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details. Military Affairs Forum Thursday, March 14, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber   928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key issues relating to Oceanside's relationship with Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and the servicemembers serving on the base. Our March meeting will feature presentations from Meredith M. Lozar of Blue Star Families and Melinda Gomez, Program Manager of Corporate Fellowship Program for Hiring Our Heroes. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 2nd Thursday of every other month(odd numbered months), from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details. Oceanside Business Journal: Direct Mailed to Thousands of Local Businesses and Residents Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights. For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Lowe or Vannie Colon at the Oceanside Chamber at 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit Tips for Business Owners Frustrated with Transient Activity Last Friday, Sgt. Jim Ridenour, head of Oceanside PD’s H.O.T. team (Homeless Outreach Team) spoke to members of the Oceanside Chamber regarding the transient activity here in Oceanside. This topic has been of great concern and regularly discussion amongst members, and the Chamber felt it was necessary to hold a workshop informing business owners and community members alike about the current transient situation and offer some solutions. Sgt. Jim spoke about the causes behind the increase, the strides Oceanside PD’s H.O.T. team has taken to combat this issue, and recommendations for community members to follow that will reduce the number of transient run ins and help his team track the transient population’s whereabouts and hotspots. More details. List Your Business in the Official Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Guide On May 18, 2019 (Armed Forces Day) the Oceanside Chamber will hold its Annual Operation Appreciation event at the Civic Center Plaza in Oceanside. Thousands of local active duty military and family members will be treated to a day of food, fun and entertainment. Our media partner, Military Guides USA, will produce the official Operation Appreciation Guide, printing 40,000 copies to be distributed around Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, and at the event. List your business on our “We Support our Troops” page in the Official Operation Appreciation Guide for only $50 (Members) or $100 (Non-Members). Just complete the form attached and return it to Hana Gilbert at the Oceanside Chamber. For more details, please contact Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com. Download listing form.  Otterlei Coastal Ribbon Cutting Photo Gallery On Saturday, January 19th Otterlei Coastal celebrated their grand opening at their new location at 250 Mission Ave. Having lived in Hawaii for 12 years, Greg and Stacey Holmes developed a passion for coastal decor. In April of 2018, they decided to turn their passion into a business, opening Otterlei Coastal, an "anything and everything" shop for beached themed home decor. Stacey and Greg personally select every product with an emphasis on their eye for Hawaiian inspiration. Otterlei Coastal, deriving from Stacey's love for otters and a lei, prides itself in bringing a taste of Hawaii to Oceanside, and hopes to bring the Aloha to every customer's experience! More Photos. Arrowood Golf Course Last Four Holes Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Thursday, March 7, 2019 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Arrowood Golf Course 5201A Village Dr. Oceanside, CA 92057 Arrowood Golf Course is happy to announce that the most challenging finishing stretch of golf in north county San Diego now has a name. In a private ribbon cutting ceremony to be held at the course on March 7, 2019 at 4 O’clock the course will unveil the new name with a sign that marks the beginning of the final 4 hole stretch near the 15th tee box. The ceremony will be attended by contestants whose submission for the new name were selected as one of the finalists by our panel of staff judges.  Also, in attendance will be a few local dignitaries who will help us christen the new name. In addition to unveiling the new name and sign on the 15th tee, the event will include hors d’oeuvres with a ‘Horse Race’ style competition for the contestants to participate in to follow. More details. 2nd Annual Goat For Joe Golf Classic Benefiting NCHS Behavioral Health Saturday, March 23, 2019 6:45 AM - 1:30 PM Goat Hill Park Golf Course 2323 Goat Hill Drive  Oceanside, CA 92056 The annual Goat For Joe Golf Tournament and BBQ is a fundraising event orchestrated by Dana and Andrea Albert through the San Marcos Rotary Club Foundation.  The memorial event was created in memory of Joseph Aaron Nunez who passed away by suicide in March 2017.  There are several families in North County San Diego that may have a "Joe" in their lives that is struggling with mental illness such as suicidal thoughts, anxiety, depression, schizofrenia, bipolar disorder, or any other debilitating behavioral health issues. More details. Experience Oceanside's World of Water  Saturday, March 23, 2019 10:00AM - 1:00PM San Luis Rey Wastewater Plant  3950 N. River Rd.  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join the City of Oceanside's World of Water Experience March 23rd from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Tour the facility and learn about Pure Water. Plant a take home succulent. Win Green Oceanside games and prizes. Find out how to read your water meter. Arts and crafts for available for the whole family. Enjoy water operation demonstrations. Learn about water, water reuse and Pure Water Oceanside — a new source of water! Pure Water Oceanside will purify recycled water to create a new, local source of high-quality drinking water for Oceanside that is clean, safe, drought-proof and environmentally sound. The city’s program will produce enough water to provide more than 30% of the city’s water supply. More details. Saluting Our Wounded Warriors Saturday, April 13, 2019 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Veterans Association of North County (VANC) 1617 Mission Ave. Oceanside, CA 92058 Help make a difference for post-9/11 veterans in North County with Traumatic Brain Injury and/or PTSD being served by Wounded Warrior Homes. Wounded Warrior Homes is hosting a nostalgic 1940’s-style fundraiser event on April 13th at VANC with a lively jazz band, no host bar, dancing, great food and a live auction. Come join them!​Tickets are just $50 each ($400 for a table of eight) and a few sponsorships are still available. Please visit their website for more information and registration. More details. Purple Heart Originals Ribbon Cutting Photo Gallery On Saturday, February 16th, Purple Heart Originals celebrated their grand opening of their location on 518 Oceanside Blvd., #101A. Their custom ammo cans are real government issued ammo boxes built for and used by the United States Military which then are refurbished by combat veterans. Choose from dozens of colors and custom images. These custom ammo cans make the perfect gift for any occasion from retirement gifts to golf tournaments. They even create custom ammo cans for wedding gifts. Stop in their shop to start your creation! More Photos. Property Owners with Rain Damage Asked to Complete Survey If your property sustained damage during the storms that struck the week of Valentine’s Day, the County would like your help estimating the cost for our region.  The cold winter storms brought record-setting rainfall, flooding and high winds to San Diego County. The County Office of Emergency Services is asking you to complete a short damage survey form that will assist in collecting information and associated costs. The information gathered from the surveys will be used to estimate total damages countywide and determine if enough damage occurred to qualify the region for state or federal disaster recovery assistance, such as low interest disaster loans from the Small Business Administration for those who are uninsured or under insured. More details and survey form. Tell Us Now App! With the app "Tell Us Now!" residents can report nonemergency problems to the departments within the Land Use & Environment Group. You can report issues countywide related to pricing and scales (e.g. gas pumps, grocery stores), air quality (region wide), and code compliance (e.g. graffiti, abandoned vehicles) within the unincorporated area. The public can also report any road related issues such as potholes, signals, signs, and street lights. The public can simply download the app, fill out the information form, and submit their request to the County for resolution. The app is tightly integrated with LUEG's permitting system which enables the request to go directly into the system reducing time and errors. The app enables the requester to track the progress of a complaint to resolution. More details. Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside Invites Local Restaurants to Participate in 4th Annual Cuisine for Kids Event The Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside (BGCO) is looking for local restaurants to participate in their 4th Annual Cuisine for Kids fundraising celebration on Thursday, March 7th, 2019. This event is our official kick-off for their Annual Giving Campaign. They will offer the best food, wine and beer North County has to offer. They expect over 250 participants and invite you to partner with them by serving food samples, beer or wine in support of local youth through this fun filled tasting event. They will feature food, wine and beer vendors as well as local bands. All proceeds go to support their enriching after school programs for over 1,400 youth each day as well as camp scholarships for families in need. The event is open to the public and will be advertised throughout the county. More details. Tri-City Children's Dentistry Ribbon Cutting Photo Gallery On Friday, February 22nd Tri-City Children’s Dentistry celebrated their anniversary at their new location at 2420 Vista Way Suite 210 in Oceanside. Doctor Angelo Vasquez is a unique kind of pediatric dentist. With his kid-oriented style and fun personality, he gets children excited about their dental care, helping them develop healthy habits that will last. Their office is dedicated to providing excellent dental health care for infants, children and adolescents in a caring and gentle environment to give them a lifetime of beautiful smiles. More Photos. February is Brewing Month in San Diego! The San Diego County Water Authority’s Board of Directors has declared February to be Brewing Month in San Diego County, with support from the San Diego Brewers Guild and one of the region’s oldest and largest coffee roasters. As part of the Brewing Month promotion, Cafe Moto developed Authority 1944 Blend, which celebrates the Water Authority’s formation 75 years ago. Cafe Moto and the Water Authority are providing coffee service at approximately 30 meetings of regional civic and business leaders during February to spark conversations about water. The Water Authority is also hosting a social media photo contest with prizes that include bags of Authority 1944 Blend and items donated by the region’s craft brewing industry. To enter, just snap and post photos of your favorite local brews – beer or coffee – using #B2UbyH2O on Instagram or Twitter. More details.  New Tax Credit for Employers Who Provide Paid Family and Medical Leave  Tax reform legislation passed in December 2017 offers a new tax credit for employers who provide paid family and medical leave. The credit is available for wages paid in tax years beginning after December 31, 2017, and before January 1, 2020. Some employers can claim the credit retroactively to the beginning of their first tax year that begins after December 31, 2017.   To qualify they must meet the requirements of the transition rule before December 31, 2018. More details. Getting Started with Marketing Automation Tuesday, March 26, 2019 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 Staying on top of emails to prospects and customers can be a full time job. Even if you have templates for outreach and replies, it still takes time to tweak your message and send out emails. Marketing automation can take over some of that job for you, sending and replying to standard emails automatically so you don’t have to. More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Tuesday, March 5, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Harney Sushi RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com Friday, March 15, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Master's Kitchen Cocktail RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Thursday, March 28, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hello Betty Fish House RSVP to Tracy at Tracy@OceansdieChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday February 20, 2019
​Oceanside Chamber Update February 20, 2019

OCC Update February 20, 2019

Chamber Partners     This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS! Business Payroll Services Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS BBVA Compass Boss-Play Escape Rooms Coleman & Coleman Advanced Dentistry El Pollo Loco Firehouse Subs Len's Auto Body Marcy Browe Photography Merrill Lynch - HMA Group Mimi's Cafe North County Cat Hospital ​​​​​​ ​​​Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS The Oceanside Mural Initiative Seeking Public Vote for Second Mural in Downtown Oceanside Scripps Clinic Named Center of Excellencefor Treating Prevalent Heart Disease Mimi’s Launches New Muffin Flavor and Instagram Giveaway for National Muffin Day Read more MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Hughes Szuberla CPAs  Administrative Assistant​​​​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 2/21/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop 2/21/2019 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Business Mixer 2/22/2019 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Ribbon Cutting: Tri-City Children's Dentistry 2/22/2019 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Transients Workshop 2/26/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Making Your Community Safer Workshop Series 2/27/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN Team Building Event at Dave & Buster's 2/28/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Enlisted Recognition Reception 3/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 3/5/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 3/5/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Making Your Community Safer Workshop Series 3/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 3/12/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours 3/12/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Making Your Community Safer Workshop Series 3/13/2019 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CEO Tour at The Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside 3/14/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 3/15/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 3/21/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop  3/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 4/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 4/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 4/10/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM China Trip Orientation 4/18/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Cases to Watch Update: Liability for Payroll Records (Source: Cal Chamber) During our annual Employment Law Update seminar road trip, we discussed several “cases to watch” in 2019. For those of you who attended, we’ve got a case update on one of them! For those of you who missed it, an employee sued a former employer for unpaid wages under California’s Labor Code and also sued the third party payroll company that the employer used for timekeeping and other related tasks. More details. Posting an Employee’s Photo Online (Source: CalChamber) Can I choose to post photos of my employees on my company’s website and social media page? Do I need each employee’s consent first? What if an employee refuses? Posting photos of your employees on the internet can raise serious privacy concerns in California. Some employees may be happy to see their smiling faces online, but others may object for a number of reasons. An employee who has been the victim of stalking or who has a restraining order may not want others to know where he/she works. Another may be a private person who is not comfortable having his/her photo online. Other employees who don’t like the way they look in photos simply may not wish to have their picture made public. More details. February Business Mixer at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside Tomorrow! Thursday, February 21, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside  401 Country Club Ln.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Join us for our first Business Mixer of 2019 at the Boys & Girls Club of Oceanside on Thursday, February 21st from 5 to 7 pm. Enjoy delicious food, no host bar, networking, and door and raffle prizes. Raffle proceeds will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Oceanside. If you have an item to donate for the raffle, please contact Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. More details and registration.  Emerging Issues Forum Thursday, March 07, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Emerging Issues Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key community issues, interact with legislative representatives and receive updates on legislative items impacting business. At our March meeting, Russ Cunningham, Principal Planner for the City of Oceanside will provide an update on the City's Local Coastal Program. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 1st Thursday ,of every month, from 8am to 9:30am at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details. All North County Congressional Townhall Tuesday, March 19, 2019 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Concert Hall 1 Barnard Drive Oceanside, CA 92056 Join us for the first ever All North County Congressional Townhall. Sponsored by 5 North County Chambers, the San Diego North EDC, and Hosted by MiraCosta College, this is a great opportunity hear from our congressional delegation, ask them questions about how activities in D.C. will impact our community and meet other North County leaders interested in improving our region. More details. Join us in Honoring Our Servicemembers! Enlisted Recognition Reception Thursday, February 28, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Veterans Association of North County (VANC)  1617 Mission Avenue  Oceanside, CA 92058 The Enlisted Recognition Reception will be held on Thursday, February 28, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  The Oceanside Chamber’s Military Affairs Committee created the Enlisted Recognition Program in 2001 as a way for the business community to recognize the excellence of the local enlisted personnel. This event is open to the public and will feature delicious hors d'oeuvres​ and an evening of celebration as we recognize Marines and Sailors who have been identified by their respective commands as  top performers and contributors. More details and registration.  Oceanside Business Journal: Direct Mailed to Thousands of Local Businesses and Residents Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights. For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Lowe or Vannie Colon at the Oceanside Chamber at 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit Tips for Business Owners Frustrated with Transient Activity Last Friday, Sgt. Jim Ridenour, head of Oceanside PD’s H.O.T. team (Homeless Outreach Team) spoke to members of the Oceanside Chamber regarding the transient activity here in Oceanside. This topic has been of great concern and regularly discussion amongst members, and the Chamber felt it was necessary to hold a workshop informing business owners and community members alike about the current transient situation and offer some solutions. Sgt. Jim spoke about the causes behind the increase, the strides Oceanside PD’s H.O.T. team has taken to combat this issue, and recommendations for community members to follow that will reduce the number of transient run ins and help his team track the transient population’s whereabouts and hotspots. More details. List Your Business in the Official Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Guide On May 18, 2019 (Armed Forces Day) the Oceanside Chamber will hold its Annual Operation Appreciation event at the Civic Center Plaza in Oceanside. Thousands of local active duty military and family members will be treated to a day of food, fun and entertainment. Our media partner, Military Guides USA, will produce the official Operation Appreciation Guide, printing 40,000 copies to be distributed around Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, and at the event. List your business on our “We Support our Troops” page in the Official Operation Appreciation Guide for only $50 (Members) or $100 (Non-Members). Just complete the form attached and return it to Hana Gilbert at the Oceanside Chamber. For more details, please contact Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com. Download listing form.  Tell Us Now App! With the app "Tell Us Now!" residents can report nonemergency problems to the departments within the Land Use & Environment Group. You can report issues countywide related to pricing and scales (e.g. gas pumps, grocery stores), air quality (region wide), and code compliance (e.g. graffiti, abandoned vehicles) within the unincorporated area. The public can also report any road related issues such as potholes, signals, signs, and street lights. The public can simply download the app, fill out the information form, and submit their request to the County for resolution. The app is tightly integrated with LUEG's permitting system which enables the request to go directly into the system reducing time and errors. The app enables the requester to track the progress of a complaint to resolution. More details. Reach Customers Online with Google Tomorrow! Thursday, February 21, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 This session covers three things you can do right now to market your business and connect with customers online. The first section, “Reach local customers with Google My Business", we’ll show you how to connect with local searchers using Google My Business, a free local business listing that can help your business appear across Google Search and Maps. In the second section, “Reach everyone, on all devices,” we’ll talk about optimizing your website for the organic search results, focusing on making your site mobile-friendly. And third in “Reach customers with online advertising,”  we’ll show you how to promote your products and services on Google and partner websites. More details and registration. Best Practices for Business Owners Concerning Transient Activity This Friday! Friday, February 22, 2019 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Oceanside Chamber 928 N Coast Hwy Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber is hosting free workshops for local businesses to learn the best practices concerning interactions with the transient population in Oceanside. These events will offer a presentation from Oceanside PD’s H.O.T (Homeless Outreach Team) with an overview of their program along with a list of resources businesses can refer to. Workshops will be held from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM on February 8th and 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM on February 22nd and will offer a Q&A at the end of each session. Space is limited, reserve your seat here today! Registration. Tri-City Children's Dentistry Ribbon Cutting Ceremony This Friday! Friday, February 22, 2019 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Tri-City Children's Dentistry  2420 Vista Way Suite 210  Oceanside, CA 92054  On October 17, 2018, we officially moved into our new location! We are inviting you to come see our new office and join us for some food and games! On February 22nd, we will be holding an open house event open to you and your family. It will start at 3pm and continue until 7pm. Food will be provided by Chronic Tacos. There will be lots of games for your little ones to enjoy as you sit back and enjoy our new office. You will be able to take fun photos at our panda photo op, we will have a “pin the grill on Doctor Vasquez” and many other fun games! Please join us in celebrating our grand opening of our new office on February 22nd from 3pm to 7pm. We hope to see you there! More details. OYPN Team Building Event at Dave & Buster's Next Wednesday! Wednesday, February 27, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Dave & Buster's Carlsbad  2501 El Camino Real Ste. 140  Carlsbad, CA 92008 The Oceanside Young Professionals Network invites you to join us on Dave's Epic Quest on Wednesday February 22nd from 5pm-7pm. Meet like-minded young professionals and work together as a team in a series of challenges. The winning team will be given certificates and treated to appetizers from the Chamber team. This experience will help promote & strengthen your time management skills, problem solving & communication with your fellow peers. Teams will devise a divide-and-conquer strategy to score the most points in the allotted time.The cost is $10 for Chamber Members and $20 for Prospective Members. More details and registration. Military Affairs Forum Thursday, March 14, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber   928 North Coast Highway  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Forum provides an avenue for Oceanside Chamber members to learn about key issues relating to Oceanside's relationship with Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and the servicemembers serving on the base. Our March meeting will feature presentations from Meredith M. Lozar of Blue Star Families and Melinda Gomez, Program Manager of Corporate Fellowship Program for Hiring Our Heroes. This meeting is open to all Oceanside Chamber members, and is held the 2nd Thursday of every other month(odd numbered months), from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM at the Oceanside Chamber offices. More details. Photos from Meet the City Event On January 31st, the Chamber hosted its annual Meet the City event at the El Camino Country Club. The event, presented by Tri-City Medical Center, provided an opportunity for local business leaders to interact with City staff members and elected officials. Elected officials in attendance included Oceanside Mayor Peter Weiss, City Councilmembers Jack Feller and Christopher Rodriguez, Board Members from Oceanside Unified School District, MiraCosta College and Tri-City Medical Center, as well as County Supervisor Jim Desmond and Congressman Mike Levin. Levin also conducted the swearing in of the Chamber's Officers and Board Members. View Photos. 2nd Annual Goat For Joe Golf Classic Benefiting NCHS Behavioral Health Saturday, March 23, 2019 6:45 AM - 1:30 PM Goat Hill Park Golf Course 2323 Goat Hill Drive  Oceanside, CA 92056 The annual Goat For Joe Golf Tournament and BBQ is a fundraising event orchestrated by Dana and Andrea Albert through the San Marcos Rotary Club Foundation.  The memorial event was created in memory of Joseph Aaron Nunez who passed away by suicide in March 2017.  There are several families in North County San Diego that may have a "Joe" in their lives that is struggling with mental illness such as suicidal thoughts, anxiety, depression, schizofrenia, bipolar disorder, or any other debilitating behavioral health issues. More details. February is Brewing Month in San Diego! The San Diego County Water Authority’s Board of Directors has declared February to be Brewing Month in San Diego County, with support from the San Diego Brewers Guild and one of the region’s oldest and largest coffee roasters. As part of the Brewing Month promotion, Cafe Moto developed Authority 1944 Blend, which celebrates the Water Authority’s formation 75 years ago. Cafe Moto and the Water Authority are providing coffee service at approximately 30 meetings of regional civic and business leaders during February to spark conversations about water. The Water Authority is also hosting a social media photo contest with prizes that include bags of Authority 1944 Blend and items donated by the region’s craft brewing industry. To enter, just snap and post photos of your favorite local brews – beer or coffee – using #B2UbyH2O on Instagram or Twitter. More details.  Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside Invites Local Restaurants to Participate in 4th Annual Cuisine for Kids Event The Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside (BGCO) is looking for local restaurants to participate in our 4th Annual Cuisine for Kids fundraising celebration on Thursday, March 7th, 2019. This event is our official kick-off for our Annual Giving Campaign. We will offer the best food, wine and beer North County has to offer. We expect over 250 participants and invite you to partner with us by serving food samples, beer or wine in support of local youth through this fun filled tasting event. We will feature food, wine and beer vendors as well as local bands.  All proceeds go to support our enriching after school programs for over 1,400 youth each day as well as camp scholarships for families in need. The event is open to the public and will be advertised throughout the county. More details. New Tax Credit for Employers Who Provide Paid Family and Medical Leave  Tax reform legislation passed in December 2017 offers a new tax credit for employers who provide paid family and medical leave. The credit is available for wages paid in tax years beginning after December 31, 2017, and before January 1, 2020. Some employers can claim the credit retroactively to the beginning of their first tax year that begins after December 31, 2017.   To qualify they must meet the requirements of the transition rule before December 31, 2018. More details. Getting Started with Marketing Automation Tuesday, March 26, 2019 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Drive Carlsbad CA 92011-1519 Staying on top of emails to prospects and customers can be a full time job. Even if you have templates for outreach and replies, it still takes time to tweak your message and send out emails. Marketing automation can take over some of that job for you, sending and replying to standard emails automatically so you don’t have to. More details. Submit or View Job Openings on the Chamber's Job Bank  Is your company looking for dedicated, local employees? The Chamber can help you develop your workforce! Members may post jobs free of charge on the Chamber's Job Bank. All you need is your is member ID number and password to submit jobs or view resumes. If you're looking for a job, check out the available jobs on our job portal. Post a job, view available jobs, submit a resume and view resumes conveniently on the Chamber website! More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Tuesday, March 5, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Harney Sushi RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com Friday, March 15, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Master's Kitchen Cocktail RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Thursday, March 28, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hello Betty Fish House RSVP to Tracy at Tracy@OceansdieChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Oceanside Chamber Update February 13, 2019

OCC Update February 13, 2019

Chamber Partners     This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS!​​​​ Mission Family Dentistry MASA Medical Transport Solutions Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Brain on Computers Coldwell Banker / Rita Harper, Realtor Free Market Vending MainStreet Oceanside Solis Team Real Estate - Mike and Jessica Solis Mr. Marce Party Rentals Tip Top Meats & European Delicatessen Oceanside Jewelers Senior Care Options Yummie Fountains ​​​​​​ ​​​Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Love Your Heart 2019 Event! Friends of the Oceanside Public Library Big Book and Media Sale This Saturday!  Read more CHAMBER CALENDAR 2/15/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Members & Mimosas 2/16/2019 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Ribbon Cutting: Purple Heart Originals, LLC 2/19/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Making Your Community Safer Workshop Series 2/21/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop 2/21/2019 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Business Mixer 2/22/2019 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Ribbon Cutting: Tri-City Children's Dentistry 2/22/2019 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Transients Workshop 2/26/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Making Your Community Safer Workshop Series 2/27/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN Team Building Event at Dave & Buster's 2/28/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Enlisted Recognition Reception 3/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 3/5/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 3/5/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Making Your Community Safer Workshop Series 3/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 3/12/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours 3/12/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Making Your Community Safer Workshop Series 3/13/2019 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CEO Tour at The Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside 3/14/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 3/15/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 3/21/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop  3/28/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 4/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 4/4/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 4/10/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM China Trip Orientation 4/18/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop 5/2/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 5/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 5/9/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 5/10/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM New Member Breakfast 5/14/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours 5/18/2019 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Reporting to Work: No Physical Presence Required (Source: CalChamber) Last week, the Second District California Court of Appeal ruled that on-call employees are entitled to reporting time pay if they are required to contact the employer to see whether they must actually report to work (Ward v. Tilly’s Inc., CA2/3 B280151 2/4/19). This significant wage and hour case applies to employees governed by Wage Order 7. More details. Members & Mimosas This Friday! Friday, February 15, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N Coast Hwy. Oceanside, CA 92054 Congratulations on being a part of a group of over 700 like-minded businesses in the community of Oceanside! You know we have resources to help your business and that you’re “plugged into” the community. You’re probably wondering to yourself, now what? Join the Oceanside Chamber for a fun, “meet and greet” with staff and our community leaders. Hear stories from long-time members and learn how you can best utilize your new membership this year. Start the year off right by introducing yourself and your business to the community. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards and be ready to mingle! Pastries and mimosas will be provided. More details and registration. February Business Mixer at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside Thursday, February 21, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside  401 Country Club Ln.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Join us for our first Business Mixer of 2019 at the Boys & Girls Club of Oceanside on Thursday, February 21st from 5 to 7 pm. Enjoy delicious food, no host bar, networking, and door and raffle prizes. Raffle proceeds will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Oceanside. If you have an item to donate for the raffle, please contact Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. More details and registration.  Join us in Honoring Our Servicemembers! Enlisted Recognition Reception Thursday, February 28, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Veterans Association of North County (VANC)  1617 Mission Avenue  Oceanside, CA 92058 The Enlisted Recognition Reception will be held on Thursday, February 28, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  The Oceanside Chamber’s Military Affairs Committee created the Enlisted Recognition Program in 2001 as a way for the business community to recognize the excellence of the local enlisted personnel. This event is open to the public and will feature delicious hors d'oeuvres​ and an evening of celebration as we recognize Marines and Sailors who have been identified by their respective commands as  top performers and contributors. More details and registration. Photos from Meet the City Event On January 31st, the Chamber hosted its annual Meet the City event at the El Camino Country Club. The event, presented by Tri-City Medical Center, provided an opportunity for local business leaders to interact with City staff members and elected officials. Elected officials in attendance included Oceanside Mayor Peter Weiss, City Councilmembers Jack Feller and Christopher Rodriguez, Board Members from Oceanside Unified School District, MiraCosta College and Tri-City Medical Center, as well as County Supervisor Jim Desmond and Congressman Mike Levin. Levin also conducted the swearing in of the Chamber's Officers and Board Members. View Photos. Oceanside Business Journal: Direct Mailed to Thousands of Local Businesses and Residents Have you considered how an ad in the Quarterly Oceanside Business Journal (OBJ) can help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 13,000 copies of the Business Journal, with over 10,000 direct mailed to local bushiness and residents. The OBJ features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights. For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Lowe or Vannie Colon at the Oceanside Chamber at 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit February is Brewing Month in San Diego! The San Diego County Water Authority’s Board of Directors has declared February to be Brewing Month in San Diego County, with support from the San Diego Brewers Guild and one of the region’s oldest and largest coffee roasters. As part of the Brewing Month promotion, Cafe Moto developed Authority 1944 Blend, which celebrates the Water Authority’s formation 75 years ago. Cafe Moto and the Water Authority are providing coffee service at approximately 30 meetings of regional civic and business leaders during February to spark conversations about water. The Water Authority is also hosting a social media photo contest with prizes that include bags of Authority 1944 Blend and items donated by the region’s craft brewing industry. To enter, just snap and post photos of your favorite local brews – beer or coffee – using #B2UbyH2O on Instagram or Twitter. More details.  List Your Business in the Official Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Guide On May 18, 2019 (Armed Forces Day) the Oceanside Chamber will hold its Annual Operation Appreciation event at the Civic Center Plaza in Oceanside. Thousands of local active duty military and family members will be treated to a day of food, fun and entertainment. Our media partner, Military Guides USA, will produce the official Operation Appreciation Guide, printing 40,000 copies to be distributed around Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, and at the event. List your business on our “We Support our Troops” page in the Official Operation Appreciation Guide for only $50 (Members) or $100 (Non-Members). Just complete the form attached and return it to Hana Gilbert at the Oceanside Chamber. For more details, please contact Hana at Hana@OceansideChamber.com. Download listing form.  Lose Weight & Stop Smoking Seminar With Hypnosis Saturday, February 16, 2019 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Monday, February 18, 2019 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM or 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM The Courtyard by Mariott 3501 Seagate Way Oceanside, CA 92056 Are you sick and tired of dieting? Looking in the mirror and feeling frustrated, you have no energy and need to lose that extra weight? Are you a smoker that’s tried everything to quit? Patches, nicotine gum or worst of all substitute food for cigarettes? Tired of smelling like smoke? Coughing? HYPNOSIS WORKS! MindPower Hub is providing a certified hypnotherapist to administer weight loss, stop smoking, stress, tension & pain relief through a group hypnotic therapy session. For only $19.99 Our program is designed to help you lose weight without hunger or help you quit smoking without cravings. You will feel immediate results that day. Register at www.mindpowerhub.com For more information: robin@mindpowerhub.com or 800-874-1750. Purple Heart Originals Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Saturday, February 16, 2019 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Purple Heart Originals, LLC  518 Oceanside Blvd., #101A Oceanside, CA 92054 Join us on Saturday, February 16th from Noon – 4pm for the Official Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting at Purple Heart Originals – home of the Custom Ammo Can. Purple Heart Originals is the only company in North America – maybe even the world – that professionally upcycles authentic US Military Ammo Cans by engaging wounded and injured veterans to do the refurbishing. The store also showcases other one-of-a-kind gift items made by veterans. More details. The Art and Science of Visual Intelligence Workshop Tuesday, February 19, 2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 Everyone agrees, that in today’s changing world and uncertainties, it is important that we all know how to: RECOGNIZE THREATS and then ENSURE OUR SAFETY and the SAFETY OF THOSE AROUND US. This four-session seminar will teach you what to “SEE” and what to “SAY” if confronted with a potential threat. This seminar is designed to help the front-line (clerks, sales associates, teachers, etc.) and their supervisors who are the first to be impacted by threats. Unfortunately, most are not trained to recognize or avert a potential threat before it happens. The February 19th seminar, The Art and Science of Visual Intelligence, focuses on retraining the brain to look in detail at scenes to become more aware of the information observed and then describe the scene accurately and objectively. More details and registration. Reach Customers Online with Google Thursday, February 21, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 This session covers three things you can do right now to market your business and connect with customers online. The first section, “Reach local customers with Google My Business", we’ll show you how to connect with local searchers using Google My Business, a free local business listing that can help your business appear across Google Search and Maps. In the second section, “Reach everyone, on all devices,” we’ll talk about optimizing your website for the organic search results, focusing on making your site mobile-friendly. And third in “Reach customers with online advertising,”  we’ll show you how to promote your products and services on Google and partner websites. More details and registration. Best Practices for Business Owners Concerning Transient Activity Friday, February 22, 2019 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Oceanside Chamber 928 N Coast Hwy Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber is hosting free workshops for local businesses to learn the best practices concerning interactions with the transient population in Oceanside. These events will offer a presentation from Oceanside PD’s H.O.T (Homeless Outreach Team) with an overview of their program along with a list of resources businesses can refer to. Workshops will be held from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM on February 8th and 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM on February 22nd and will offer a Q&A at the end of each session. Space is limited, reserve your seat here today! Registration. Tri-City Children's Dentistry Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Friday, February 22, 2019 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Tri-City Children's Dentistry  2420 Vista Way Suite 210  Oceanside, CA 92054  On October 17, 2018, we officially moved into our new location! We are inviting you to come see our new office and join us for some food and games! On February 22nd, we will be holding an open house event open to you and your family. It will start at 3pm and continue until 7pm. Food will be provided by Chronic Tacos. There will be lots of games for your little ones to enjoy as you sit back and enjoy our new office. You will be able to take fun photos at our panda photo op, we will have a “pin the grill on Doctor Vasquez” and many other fun games! Please join us in celebrating our grand opening of our new office on February 22nd from 3pm to 7pm. We hope to see you there! More details. OYPN Team Building Event at Dave & Buster's Wednesday, February 27, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Dave & Buster's Carlsbad  2501 El Camino Real Ste. 140  Carlsbad, CA 92008 The Oceanside Young Professionals Network invites you to join us on Dave's Epic Quest on Wednesday February 22nd from 5pm-7pm. Meet like-minded young professionals and work together as a team in a series of challenges. The winning team will be given certificates and treated to appetizers from the Chamber team. This experience will help promote & strengthen your time management skills, problem solving & communication with your fellow peers. Teams will devise a divide-and-conquer strategy to score the most points in the allotted time.The cost is $10 for Chamber Members and $20 for Prospective Members. More details and registration. Chamber Partners on Special Publication Commemorating Anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima The Oceanside Chamber is honored to partner with the Camp Pendleton Historical Society and Iwo Jima Commemorative Committee to create a magazine commemorating the 75th anniversary of the battle of Iwo Jima. Rich in historical narrative and stories that outline tales of incredible courage and sacrifice, this publication will feature a wide variety of historical articles and photos and individual reflection by those who participated in the campaign, commemorating this pivotal battle in World War II and paying tribute to the United States Marines who fought so valiantly. Your ad in this commemorative magazine is a perfect way to support honoring our Iwo Jima veterans and salute the past and current generations of Marines and Sailors, and to promote your business to tens of thousands of potential customers. For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Kristi Hawthorne at the Oceanside Chamber at 760-722-1534 ext 104. Download Media Kit. Download Advertising Agreement. "Ghost" Tax Return Preparers The following IRS News Release as well as a related IRS Tax Tip on choosing a tax preparer support the concern the IRS has about unethical tax return preparers who adversely impact taxpayers and unfortunately tarnish the reputation of the tax profession. We support the ethical credentialed, registered and Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) record of completion preparers and practitioners who assist taxpayers with their filing and paying tax compliance. More details. Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required): Tuesday, March 5, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Harney Sushi RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com Friday, March 15, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Master's Kitchen Cocktail RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com Thursday, March 28, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hello Betty Fish House RSVP to Tracy at Tracy@OceansdieChamber.com ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.  Forward to a friend

 

Wednesday, February 6, 2019
Oceanside Chamber Update February 6, 2019

OCC Update February 6, 2019

Chamber Partners     This Week's... FEATURED NEW MEMBERS!​​​​ Columbia Sportswear Employee Store  ​​​National Community Renaissance Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Oceanside Theatre Company MailingList.org Dave & Buster's Carlsbad MCCS Camp Pendleton Flagkeepers, LLC OneSource Distributors Piazza D'Oro Pacific Stone Properties Walmart Neighborhood Market #5637 Unique Flooring ​​​​​​ ​​​Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Building a Stronger Foundation for Our Downtown Love is in the heART at Studio Ace! MiraCostaCollege Celebrates the Year of the Pig Lunar New Year Instagram for Artists Workshop at Oceanside Public Library FrontwaveCredit Union Receives Award for Workplace Excellence Read more CHAMBER CALENDAR 2/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 2/8/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Transients Workshop 2/13/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 2/15/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Members & Mimosas 2/16/2019 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Ribbon Cutting: Purple Heart Originals, LLC 2/19/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Making Your Community Safer Workshop Series 2/21/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Google Workshop 2/21/2019 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Business Mixer 2/22/2019 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Ribbon Cutting: Tri-City Children's Dentistry 2/22/2019 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Transients Workshop 2/26/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Making Your Community Safer Workshop Series 2/27/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM OYPN Team Building Event at Dave & Buster's 2/28/2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Enlisted Recognition Reception 3/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 3/5/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 3/5/2019 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Making Your Community Safer Workshop Series 3/7/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM