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Wednesday, November 20, 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! Communications LAB Freedom Dogs ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS 19Ten Oceanside Benito's Pizza Cafe North County Veteran's Stand Down Oceanside Bluffs Investments, LLC / Rhode Moore Sea Hive South O Marketplace The Crimson Cake Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS City of Oceanside and the O'side Kitchen Collaborate to Host "Holiday Cheft'overs" Event on Nov. 23rd "Gifts Galore Books & More" Sale December 8th in Oceanside Oceanside Theatre Company Collaborate with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Oceanside to Bring Theatre Arts to Local At-Risk Youth Spend Thanksgiving at the Life of Liberty MiraCosta College Music Line Up Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Stir Foods Production Manager Stir Foods Maintenance Mechanic Stir Foods Warehouse Manager Boot Barn Seasonal Hiring Event Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 12/03/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 12/05/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 12/05/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM OYPN Committee Meeting 12/10/2019 11:00 AM -1:30 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 12/11/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Holiday Mixer at QLN Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser   Reference Checks: What Can I Say About a Former Employee? (Source: CalChamber) Is an employer prohibited from providing a reason for separation when verifying past employment? No — an employer can provide reasons for separation or termination, but many employers are uncomfortable doing so due to concerns about a lawsuit from a former employee for defamation. Truth is an absolute defense to any claim for defamation but defending such a lawsuit can be an expensive saga. For that reason, many employers prefer to simply provide dates of employment and position held. Other employers do provide a wealth of information, and again — as long as they are being truthful, the law protects them. More details. Make Great Business Connections at the Final First Tuesday Coffee of 2019! Tuesday, November 5, 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. More details and registration. Next Month's Emerging Issues Forum to Feature  Annual Oceanside Economic Development Updates Thursday, December 05, 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. This month's meeting will feature the City's Annual Economic Development update, presented by Jonathan Borrego, Oceanside's Development Services Director. 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. The Women's Resource Center is Looking for Bike Donations at This Year's Holiday Mixer  Wednesday, December 11, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM QLN Conference Center & Meeting Facility  1938 Avenida Del Oro  Oceanside, CA 92056 Join us for our annual Holiday Mixer on Wednesday, December 12th from 5 to 7 pm at the QLN Conference Center. Enjoy delicious food, no host bar, networking, holiday fun, and great door and raffle prizes. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to be donated to the children of WRC and receive an extra door prize ticket. This year, WRC has made a special request for new bikes to give to the children. Bring a new bike and recieve 10 free raffle tickets! Raffle proceeds will be donated to WRC (Women's Resource Center). More details and registration. Reach Thousands with the 2020 Best of Oceanside Community Guide The Best of Oceanside Community Guide is the largest publication produced annually by the Chamber. It explores all aspects of the community from Oceanside historical topics to updates on highly anticipated events. This publication is an excellent opportunity to showcase how your business adds to the unique beach atmosphere that attracts tourists from all over the world. With segments including Oceanside living, Health, Education, and Oceanside events, the Best of Oceanside Community Guide provides new information even to those of us local. As always, the publication will showcase news from Chamber members, updates on economic development and city and public service announcements. All around, the Best of Oceanside Community Guide is a staple product for both visitors and community members alike. More details.  A Taste of Tuscany 2020 Orientation Tuesday, January 28, 2020 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy Oceanside, CA 92054 In November of 2020 the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be leading a trip to Tuscany, Italy. The trip is open to all who are interested at a cost of $2,999 (single occupancy). The trip includes... Roundtrip Airfare from - LAX Air Dep. Taxes/Fuel/Fees 6 Nights First Class Hotels 8 Meals: 6B & 2D Professional Tour Director Motorcoach Transportation Admissions & Sightseeing per Itinerary Hotel Transfers Baggage Handling 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. More details and registration. Download informational flyer. Caltrans Begins Environmental Review Phase of the South County Traffic Relief Report Caltrans, in coordination with the Transportation Corridor Agencies (TCA), is initiating the formal environmental review phase for the South County Traffic Relief Effort (SCTRE). The state transportation agency is seeking public engagement and input on developing mobility solutions in South Orange County by holding two public scoping meetings along with a 30-day public comment period beginning November 8 and concluding December 9 at 5:00 p.m. More details. Free Quit Smoking Class Provided by the Vista Community Clinic Tuesday, November 19, 2019 - Tuesday, December 17, 2019 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Vista Community Clinic 1000 Vale Terrace Dr. Vista, CA 92084 Vista Community Clinic Tobacco Control Program is offering free Tobacco Cessation Classes. The free 4-week quit smoking class for English speaking adults is intended for traditional, cigarette, users. The first class, held on Tuesday, November 19 is an orientation session designed for you to understand the reasons why you smoke, and the path to quittting and making a committment to continue. The next session helps you develop the skills to quit smoking. The third consecutive session allows for you to create your Quit Plan and how to manage cravings, stress or negativity. And the last session teaches you how to recover from a slip or relapse and celebrate success. More details and registration.  ’Tis the Season to Shop Local Saturday, November 30, 2019 - Wednesday, December 11, 2019 ’Tis the Season to Shop Local is a fun, distinctly local holiday celebration inviting our community to explore Oceanside's retail establishments and to shop local this holiday season. From Small Business Saturday, November 30, through the South O Walkabout on Wednesday, December 11, this unique and dynamic lineup of holiday programs and events will feature a shopping passport, two craft beer and wine tasting events, a makers fair offering handcrafted goods, and a tree lighting celebration — all amid decorated shop windows, the glow of holiday lights and the cheerful sounds of live holiday music and carolers. New this year is a second tasting event during the South O Walkabout, Sip & Shop South Oceanside. More details and registration. Downtown Oceanside's Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony Thursday, December 5, 2018  5:00 PM - 8:30 PM Regal Cinema Plaza 401 Mission Ave Oceanside, CA 92054 Join MainStreet Oceanside on Thursday, December 5th for their Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony. Kids activities begin at 5:00 PM. These free activities include visits with Santa, carriage rides, kids crafts, a fire truck display, and milk & cookies. Enjoy amusement such as a coconut tree climb, kids zip line, bungee run, obstacle course, jump horse, and giant inflatable slides. At 6:00 PM, Santa will arrive on a fire truck, and the Tree Lighting Ceremony will commence. More details.  Chamber Members Save 10% on Your Holiday Party by Booking at the QLN Looking for a venue for youe holiday party! The QLN Conference Center has 6 rooms that can accomodate any size event for up to 700 people! Oceanside Chamber Members can receive a 10% discount on all room rentals! (This varies from $30 - $550 depending on the room) Plan your company holiday party, end of the year employee event, sales training, appreciation party, or company event! Offer is good unter January 31st, 2020. More details. Winter Pricing is Back (Source: SDG&E) SDG&E’s winter electricity prices are in effect from November 1 – May 31 each year. What does this mean for you and your business? Well, this means you still have an opportunity to maximize savings on your energy bill by understanding your business’s pricing plan and when energy is the least expensive. More details. Employee Stock Ownership Plans Saturday, December 18, 2019 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92011 In this session we will learn about employee stock ownership plans - ESOP.  ESOPs are a remarkable structure for business succession, enabling an owner to sell all or part of the company to the employees, subsidized with eye-popping tax befits.   You will come away from this program with an understanding of: The basic mechanics of an ESOP The flexibility it provides to a business owner to liquidate company value on their own terms The remarkable tax provisions that can fully offset the purchase price paid by the the ESOP The opportunity an ESOP provides to leave a legacy and benefit the employees while receiving an attractive price for the company  More details. Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall 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, December 10, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond ​​​​​RSVP to Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. Wednesday, January 22, 2020 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Fat Joe's O'side ​​​​​RSVP to Hunter at Hunter@OceansideChamber.com. Wednesday, February 13, 2020 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Masters Kitchen Cocktail ​​​​​RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, November 13, 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! United Through Reading ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Hatter Williams & Purdy Insurance High Performanceology American Pharma Wholesale Kinane Events, Inc. Felix's BBQ with Soul North County Food Bank Lee & Associates Commercial RE Luna Live Scan +Notary Mission Federal Credit Union NuPacifica Realty Right at Home In-Home Care & Assistance Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS New MiraCosta College Veterans Center Receives $1.5 Million in State Funding Stater Bros. Markets Kicks Off Annual "Harvesting Hope" Holiday Campaign Spend Thanksgiving at the Life of Liberty Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Stir Foods Production Manager Stir Foods Maintenance Mechanic Stir Foods Warehouse Manager Boot Barn Seasonal Hiring Event Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 11/14/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 11/15/2019 11:00 AM -1:30 PM Plates for 8 at Harney Sushi 11/20/2019 8:00 AM -9:00 AM Coffee with a Cop 12/03/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 12/05/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 12/05/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM OYPN Committee Meeting 12/10/2019 11:00 AM -1:30 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 12/11/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Holiday Mixer at QLN Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser   Roadmap for AB 5: California's New Worker Classification Law Free White Paper In September, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 5 (AB 5) — and significantly altered the way California law distinguishes between employees and independent contractors. AB 5 did two things: First, it codified the California Supreme Court’s decision in Dynamex Operations West, Inc v. Superior Court of Los Angeles, 4 Cal. 5th 903 (2018) (Dynamex); and second, it expanded this decision so that starting January 1, 2020, it applies to more workers. More details. Tomorrow's Military Affairs Forum Honored to Host Brigadier General Don Conley Thursday, November 14, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber 28 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 very special guest speaker will be: Brigadier General Dan Conley, who will speak on his military background, MCIWEST, MCB Camp Pendleton, and his priorities for his time as Commanding General. It is a honor to have the Commanding General speaking at our meeting. 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. Coffee with a Cop Wednesday, November 20, 2019 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Police Department and the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce invite you to the Oceanside Chamber on Wednesday, November 20th from 8:00AM - 10:00AM for Coffee with a Cop. Join your neighbors and police officers for coffee and conversation. No agenda or speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in your neighborhood! Questions? Would you like to be our next host? Please contact Ashley Sanchez by phone at 760-435-4440 or by email. More details. The Women's Resource Center is Looking for Bike Donations at This Year's Holiday Mixer  Wednesday, December 12, 2018 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM QLN Conference Center & Meeting Facility  1938 Avenida Del Oro  Oceanside, CA 92056 Join us for our annual Holiday Mixer on Wednesday, December 12th from 5 to 7 pm at the QLN Conference Center. Enjoy delicious food, no host bar, networking, holiday fun, and great door and raffle prizes. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to be donated to the children of WRC and receive an extra door prize ticket. This year, WRC has made a special request for new bikes to give to the children. Bring a new bike and recieve 10 free raffle tickets! Raffle proceeds will be donated to WRC (Women's Resource Center). More details and registration. Reach Thousands with the 2020 Best of Oceanside Community Guide The Best of Oceanside Community Guide is the largest publication produced annually by the Chamber. It explores all aspects of the community from Oceanside historical topics to updates on highly anticipated events. This publication is an excellent opportunity to showcase how your business adds to the unique beach atmosphere that attracts tourists from all over the world. With segments including Oceanside living, Health, Education, and Oceanside events, the Best of Oceanside Community Guide provides new information even to those of us local. As always, the publication will showcase news from Chamber members, updates on economic development and city and public service announcements. All around, the Best of Oceanside Community Guide is a staple product for both visitors and community members alike. More details.  A Taste of Tuscany 2020 Orientation Tuesday, January 28, 2020 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy Oceanside, CA 92054 In November of 2020 the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be leading a trip to Tuscany, Italy. The trip is open to all who are interested at a cost of $2,999 (single occupancy). The trip includes... Roundtrip Airfare from - LAX Air Dep. Taxes/Fuel/Fees 6 Nights First Class Hotels 8 Meals: 6B & 2D Professional Tour Director Motorcoach Transportation Admissions & Sightseeing per Itinerary Hotel Transfers Baggage Handling 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. More details and registration. Download informational flyer. OYPN Downtown Update with MainStreet Oceanside Recap  On Wednesday, October 23rd the Oceanside Young Professionals met at Kilowatt Brewing for a downtown district update with MainStreet Oceanside. Kilowatt is a small batch brewery based in San Diego. Their CEO, Steve “Scones” Kozyk shared the story of their Oceanside location, which opened earlier this year and features creative lighting, interactive art, and games which pair perfectly with their small batch, uncommon ingredient brews.  Gumaro Escarcega, with MainStreet Oceanside offered an inside look into future downtown developments and recently completed projects. He also shared details on the Oceanside Mural Initiative, a community driven program with goals to help our city become a destination for public art while improving the image of our downtown district. More photos. Oceanside Chamber Quarterly Journal – Digital Version Now Available​​​​​ Read the digital version of the Oceanside Chamber’s Fall 2019 Quarterly Journal. This edition features an update on North River Farm improvements, The Chamber's endorsement of the Better Choice Measure, recycling tips from both Waste Management and Green Oceanside, and spotlights on the Small Business Development Center and Bread of Life. Additionally, the Chamber has introduced new topics to be showcased in every upcoming Quarterly Journal including Education, Future Talents and a "Why I Love Oceanside" segment. As always, you’ll also find information on upcoming networking events, new and renewing members and Oceanside Economic Development News. Digital version.  Discovering Wellness By Angelina Santoro Help your health this holiday season! Check out our new Discovering Wellness eNewsletter designed and authored by Angelina Santoro, our newest Chamber staff member. This monthly eNewsletter is set to share some valuable, current health tips, as well as, a featured spotlight from a Chamber member within the Health and Wellness field. November's issue shares a crash course in stress management and features our member, 3natural Bionutrition. More details. Caltrans Begins Environmental Review Phase of the South County Traffic Relief Report Caltrans, in coordination with the Transportation Corridor Agencies (TCA), is initiating the formal environmental review phase for the South County Traffic Relief Effort (SCTRE). The state transportation agency is seeking public engagement and input on developing mobility solutions in South Orange County by holding two public scoping meetings along with a 30-day public comment period beginning November 8 and concluding December 9 at 5:00 p.m. More details. Free Quit Smoking Class Provided by the Vista Community Clinic Tuesday, November 19, 2019 - Tuesday, December 17, 2019 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Vista Community Clinic 1000 Vale Terrace Dr. Vista, CA 92084 Vista Community Clinic Tobacco Control Program is offering free Tobacco Cessation Classes. The free 4-week quit smoking class for English speaking adults is intended for traditional, cigarette, users. The first class, held on Tuesday, November 19 is an orientation session designed for you to understand the reasons why you smoke, and the path to quittting and making a committment to continue. The next session helps you develop the skills to quit smoking. The third consecutive session allows for you to create your Quit Plan and how to manage cravings, stress or negativity. And the last session teaches you how to recover from a slip or relapse and celebrate success. More details and registration. Chamber Members Save 10% on Your Holiday Party by Booking at the QLN Looking for a venue for youe holiday party! The QLN Conference Center has 6 rooms that can accomodate any size event for up to 700 people! Oceanside Chamber Members can receive a 10% discount on all room rentals! (This varies from $30 - $550 depending on the room) Plan your company holiday party, end of the year employee event, sales training, appreciation party, or company event! Offer is good unter January 31st, 2020. More details. COASTER Holiday Express Will Now Have Trains on Two Weekends The COASTER Holiday Express is coming to town and, this year, it’ll be for TWO weekends! This popular annual event is a holiday tradition for many families. So, to allow space for everyone to join, NCTD has extended this event to Saturdays and Sundays, December 7-8 and December 14-15 with trains at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and 2 p.m. The COASTER Holiday Express departs from the Oceanside Transit Center and takes passengers on an approximately 65-minute non-stop round-trip journey down the coast and back. During the event, passengers will experience a decorated train complete with carolers and a visit from Santa Claus and his friends. Tickets for the COASTER Holiday Express have sold out very quickly in previous years. Tickets go on sale Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 9 a.m. and are $20/person. More details. Are You Ready to ShakeOut? Major earthquakes can cause unprecedented catastrophes. With earthquakes as an inevitable part of our future, businesses should make plans and take actions to ensure that disasters do not become catastrophes. What we do now, will determine what our lives will be like afterwards. With this in mind, the Earthquake Country Alliance created the Great California ShakeOut, an earthquake drill and preparedness activity in which everyone can participate, which has now spread to many other states and regions. To register as a participant for a ShakeOut drill in your area visit www.shakeout.org. Businesses of all sizes can also use the drill to get their employees, business partners, and even their clients and customers, involved and prepared for a big earthquake. Furthermore, the level of your staffs’ own personal and family preparedness will be key to their availability to support your company’s response and recovery efforts after a disaster. More details and Drill Manual. Winter Pricing is Back (Source: SDG&E) SDG&E’s winter electricity prices are in effect from November 1 – May 31 each year. What does this mean for you and your business? Well, this means you still have an opportunity to maximize savings on your energy bill by understanding your business’s pricing plan and when energy is the least expensive. More details. Meet the Buyers - Celebrating Veteran Owned Businesses Thursday, November 14, 2019 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM The Westin Carlsbad Resort 5480 Grand Pacific Dr.  Carlsbad, CA 92008 “Meet the Buyers” Tour is coming to Carlsbad bringing buyers and small business advocates from agencies, large corporations and prime contractors together to help small businesses work with their organizations successfully. Participants will learn what is expected of vendors; what certifications are and how they work, where to find the buyers and opportunities and how to make an impact marketing their goods and services. These events help small businesses get contracts! More details. Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall 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, November 15, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Harney Sushi RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​​​Tuesday, December 10, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond ​​​​​RSVP to Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. Wednesday, January 22, 2020 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Fat Joe's O'side ​​​​​RSVP to Hunter at Hunter@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, November 6, 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! DiBaggio Design, Inc. ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Don's Country Kitchen Intesa Communications Group Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Ashley's Party Rental and Yummie Fountains are Teaming Up to Bring You an Awesome Holiday Party MiraCosta College's Annual Report Celebrates the Groundbreaking Moments During the Prior Year Nominations Requested for Oceanside's 2020 Martin Luther King Jr. Service Award Mimi's Celebrates the Thanksgiving Season with Take-Home Feasts, Three-Course Dinner & Free Delivery with Grubhub   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Stir Foods Production Manager Stir Foods Maintenance Mechanic Stir Foods Warehouse Manager Boot Barn Seasonal Hiring Event Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 11/07/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 11/07/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM OYPN Committee Meeting 11/08/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM New Member Breakfast 11/12/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Barrel Republic 11/14/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 11/15/2019 11:00 AM -1:30 PM Plates for 8 at Harney Sushi 11/20/2019 8:00 AM -9:00 AM Coffee with a Cop 12/03/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 12/05/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 12/05/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM OYPN Committee Meeting 12/10/2019 11:00 AM -1:30 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 12/11/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Holiday Mixer at QLN Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser California Voters are Anxious (Source: CalChamber) Reports of steady growth and low unemployment cheer political leaders, but voters are disturbed by decaying public order and an unaffordable cost of living, according to a recently released CalChamber poll, The People’s Voice, 2019. One of the not-so-surprising consequences of this anxiety is reluctance to embrace new taxes to pay for even popular ideas. But top of mind for voters is the erosion of public order. Central to that perception is homelessness. Fully half of voters say they see homeless people on the street more than five times a week. Three out of four voters say homelessness has gotten worse in California, and their perception is not much better in their own communities, where 64 percent of voters say homelessness has gotten worse. More details. Emerging Issues Forum - Hear Updates on The Better Choice Measure Tomorrow Thursday, November 07, 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. This month's forum will feature an update on The Better Choice Measure. Attendees will learn why Newland Sierra is a better choice. It affirms the County Board of Supervisors’ unanimous approval of a project that provides 2,135 badly-needed new homes – more than 60% of which will be affordably priced for working families – and preserves more than 60% of the property as permanent open space. 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.  New Member Breakfast This Friday Friday, November 08, 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.  Live2Lead North San Diego Monday, November 11, 2019 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM QLN Conference Center & Meeting Facility 1938 Avenida Del Oro Oceanside, CA 92056 If you are interested in growing your personal influence, developing leaders, or building teams of excellence, you need to be in the room on Veterans Day for John Maxwell's Live2Lead North Diego! Attendees of the conference can look forward to an experience designed to equip them with new leadership skills, different perspectives, practical tools and key takeaways. For more information, or to reserve your seat or company table, please visit our website. Proceeds will benefit The Come Home Project, a wonderful local charity started by a young Marine couple who want to do something to reduce the high suicide and divorce rates among our nation's servicemembers, veterans, and their families. Learn more at. More details and registration.  Business After Hours at Barrel Republic Next Tuesday Tuesday, November 12, 2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Barrel Republic 215 N. Coast Hwy. Oceanside, CA 92054 Join the Oceanside Chamber for Business After Hours on the Second Tuesday of odd month from 5:00 - 6:30pm. This is a free, casual meet up for local businesses and 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 Barrel Republic. Barrel Republic is the Mecca for craft beer lovers to come for freedom: the freedom to pour, freedom to compare and the freedom to be amongst other like-minded craft beer enthusiasts. Check out the beer menus to see whats on tap! More details and registration.  Reach Thousands with the 2020 Best of Oceanside Community Guide The Best of Oceanside Community Guide is the largest publication produced annually by the Chamber. It explores all aspects of the community from Oceanside historical topics to updates on highly anticipated events. This publication is an excellent opportunity to showcase how your business adds to the unique beach atmosphere that attracts tourists from all over the world. With segments including Oceanside living, Health, Education, and Oceanside events, the Best of Oceanside Community Guide provides new information even to those of us local. As always, the publication will showcase news from Chamber members, updates on economic development and city and public service announcements. All around, the Best of Oceanside Community Guide is a staple product for both visitors and community members alike. More details.  MiraCosta College to Host Computer Skills Advisory Breakfast Thursday, November 7, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Community Learning Center 1831 Mission Ave Oceanside, CA 92058 MiraCosta College’s Continuing Education department will be hosting an Advisory Breakfast to receive input from local businesses on new free computer skills courses and certificates being offered at the Community Learning Center.  Our free classes help students learn a wide range of useful skills, from computer basics to more advanced spreadsheets, word processing, and more! If you have employees that use the computer during their workday please join us for a tasty catered breakfast and engaging round-table discussion on the education and skills our community needs. Please RSVP below, and contact Cole Bezzantre via email or at 760.757.2121 x 8781 with any questions. More details. Threat Awareness Symposium - The Left of Boom Mentality Friday, November 8, 2019 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Thermo Fisher Scientific Townhall B 5823 Newton Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92008 Join us for this unique workshop where you will learn how to develop the mindset to prevent potentially threatening events. Speakers and topics include: Lee Wakefield – CEO Sentir Global | Developing aLeft of Boom mindset for the North County Business CommunityAkshay Pottathil – Professor SDSU | Data, Technology and theLeft of Boom Security Mindset Adam Coughran – President, Standards Training Group | Preventing and Surviving Violence Adam Birst – U.S. Coast Guard officer (retired) | DisasterManagement Shelly Pinomaki – Founder, Seeking Hope | Finding Hopein a Crisis for Yourself and Others: Emotional First Aid Clint Pearman – Certified Brain Injury Specialist, Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton | Traumatic Brain injury research and early Behavioral Indicators of Brain Injury problems for individuals, co-workers and families. *$20 – preregistration ONLY!(*Breakfast Included!). More details and registration.  A Taste of Tuscany 2020 Orientation Tuesday, January 28, 2020 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy Oceanside, CA 92054 In November of 2020 the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce will be leading a trip to Tuscany, Italy. The trip is open to all who are interested at a cost of $2,999 (single occupancy). The trip includes... Roundtrip Airfare from - LAX Air Dep. Taxes/Fuel/Fees 6 Nights First Class Hotels 8 Meals: 6B & 2D Professional Tour Director Motorcoach Transportation Admissions & Sightseeing per Itinerary Hotel Transfers Baggage Handling 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. More details and registration. Download informational flyer. OYPN Downtown Update with MainStreet Oceanside Recap  On Wednesday, October 23rd the Oceanside Young Professionals met at Kilowatt Brewing for a downtown district update with MainStreet Oceanside. Kilowatt is a small batch brewery based in San Diego. Their CEO, Steve “Scones” Kozyk shared the story of their Oceanside location, which opened earlier this year and features creative lighting, interactive art, and games which pair perfectly with their small batch, uncommon ingredient brews.  Gumaro Escarcega, with MainStreet Oceanside offered an inside look into future downtown developments and recently completed projects. He also shared details on the Oceanside Mural Initiative, a community driven program with goals to help our city become a destination for public art while improving the image of our downtown district. More photos. Oceanside Chamber Quarterly Journal – Digital Version Now Available​​​​​ Read the digital version of the Oceanside Chamber’s Fall 2019 Quarterly Journal. This edition features an update on North River Farm improvements, The Chamber's endorsement of the Better Choice Measure, recycling tips from both Waste Management and Green Oceanside, and spotlights on the Small Business Development Center and Bread of Life. Additionally, the Chamber has introduced new topics to be showcased in every upcoming Quarterly Journal including Education, Future Talents and a "Why I Love Oceanside" segment. As always, you’ll also find information on upcoming networking events, new and renewing members and Oceanside Economic Development News. Digital version.  Discovering Wellness By Angelina Santoro Help your health this holiday season! Check out our new Discovering Wellness eNewsletter designed and authored by Angelina Santoro, our newest Chamber staff member. This monthly eNewsletter is set to share some valuable, current health tips, as well as, a featured spotlight from a Chamber member within the Health and Wellness field. November's issue shares a crash course in stress management and features our member, 3natural Bionutrition. More details. Grand Opening of Fairways Grill at Arrowood Golf Course It was a Friday night of elegance at the grand opening of the Fairways Grill at Arrowood Golf Course. Chef Clube Berkman and his staff prepared a mouthwatering, five-course meal to perfection. The event shocased their new beautifully rennovated restaurant.The sold out event was a perfect way to break in the neighborhood’s new Friday night dinner spot. More photos. New Alerts from Supervisor Desmond "I am always looking for ways to support our military, veterans, and their families. At our Board meeting on Tuesday, I put forth a letter that supports military spouses who work for the County by helping them maintain certain benefits if they have a gap in employment due to their spouses’ military orders. A County employee, Diane Alvarez-Harder, who is also a military spouse, brought this change in policy to our attention!" More details and updates.   COASTER Holiday Express Will Now Have Trains on Two Weekends The COASTER Holiday Express is coming to town and, this year, it’ll be for TWO weekends! This popular annual event is a holiday tradition for many families. So, to allow space for everyone to join, NCTD has extended this event to Saturdays and Sundays, December 7-8 and December 14-15 with trains at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and 2 p.m. The COASTER Holiday Express departs from the Oceanside Transit Center and takes passengers on an approximately 65-minute non-stop round-trip journey down the coast and back. During the event, passengers will experience a decorated train complete with carolers and a visit from Santa Claus and his friends. Tickets for the COASTER Holiday Express have sold out very quickly in previous years. Tickets go on sale Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 9 a.m. and are $20/person. More details. Help Your Employees Save for Retirement CalSavers Retirement Savings Program was designed to give employers an easy way to help their employees save for retirement, with no employer fees, no fiduciary responsibility, and minimal ongoing responsibilities. Employers with at least five employees who don’t already offer a workplace retirement plan can register for CalSavers today and must be registered by their required deadline. More details. Are You Ready to ShakeOut? Major earthquakes can cause unprecedented catastrophes. With earthquakes as an inevitable part of our future, businesses should make plans and take actions to ensure that disasters do not become catastrophes. What we do now, will determine what our lives will be like afterwards. With this in mind, the Earthquake Country Alliance created the Great California ShakeOut, an earthquake drill and preparedness activity in which everyone can participate, which has now spread to many other states and regions. To register as a participant for a ShakeOut drill in your area visit www.shakeout.org. Businesses of all sizes can also use the drill to get their employees, business partners, and even their clients and customers, involved and prepared for a big earthquake. Furthermore, the level of your staffs’ own personal and family preparedness will be key to their availability to support your company’s response and recovery efforts after a disaster. More details and Drill Manual. ​Practical Recycling Tips for Businesses and Properties By Daniel Butler Municipal Relations San Diego County Waste Management of North County Did You Know? Half emptied plastic bottles and cans, food-soiled cardboard along with plastic wrap, trash and hazardous materials such as batteries and propane tanks, often make their way into recycling bins, resulting in contaminated recyclables, that upon arriving at recycling facilities, hinder the recycling process and cause safety hazards for workers. Since 2012, California businesses that generate more than four cubic yards of solid waste a week and multi-family complexes with five units or more have been required to have a recycling program in place in support of reaching the state’s diversion goal of 75 percent.  As employers and landlords do their part to follow state recycling laws, Waste Management extends practical ways to engage with employees and tenants in order to further reduce their carbon footprint by focusing on recycling the right things the right way. More details. Winter Energy-Saving Tips for the Office (Source: SDG&E) As we transition into cooler weather, you’ll want to keep your employees warm. Did you know that by implementing a few tips your business can save on its energy use? From regulating your temperature control to involving employees in your energy-saving objectives, there are collaborative ways to lower your energy bills this winter. More details. The Small Business Development Center Celebrates 20 Years of Making the American Dream Come True for Thousands of Small Business Owners ​​​Over the past twenty years thousands of local entrepreneurs and business owners have visited The North San Diego Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to help them start, manage and grow their businesses.  I was one of those entrepreneurs and the information and support I received was priceless. I am now celebrating a decade in business. The SBDC consultants have been with me and thousands of small business owners every step of the way.  There is no cost to entrepreneurs and small business owners for private one-on-one business advising and most of the training and resources available to them. More details.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall 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, November 15, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Harney Sushi RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​​​Tuesday, December 10, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond ​​​​​RSVP to Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, October 30, 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! My Salon Suite Oceanside Energy Upgrade California Unite Pacific Coast Spirits Aquamarine Villas ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS LTH & Kitchen Advanced Plumbing Systems Allie's Party Equipment Rental, Inc. Elements Massage Advantage, Inc. Courtyard San Diego Oceanside Comfort Suites Marina Coastal Academy and Coastal Academy High School Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS New Alerts from Supervisor Desmond MiraCosta College Launches New Study Abroad Program with Trip to Italy in 2020 Can You Afford a Home in North River Farms?   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Stir Foods Production Manager Stir Foods Maintenance Mechanic Stir Foods Warehouse Manager Boot Barn Seasonal Hiring Event Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 11/05/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 11/07/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 11/07/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM OYPN Committee Meeting 11/08/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM New Member Breakfast 11/12/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Barrel Republic 11/14/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 11/15/2019 11:00 AM -1:30 PM Plates for 8 at Harney Sushi 11/20/2019 8:00 AM -9:00 AM Coffee with a Cop 12/03/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 12/05/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 12/05/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM OYPN Committee Meeting 12/10/2019 11:00 AM -1:30 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 12/11/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Holiday Mixer at QLN Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser More Employees Quit Because They Don't Like Their Boss Unfortunately, many workers have dealt with a bad boss in their career, and in some cases, even quit their job because of them. This kind of employee turnover is more common than you may think, and if you are losing a lot of talented employees, you should make sure your managers are not driving them away. Almost half of professionals (49 percent) have quit a job because of a bad boss, according to an October 8, 2019, Robert Half survey. More details. Make Great Business Connections at Next Week's First Tuesday Coffee! Tuesday, November 5, 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. More details and registration. Emerging Issues Forum to Hear Updates on The Better Choice Measure Thursday, November 07, 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. This month's forum will feature an update on The Better Choice Measure. Attendees will learn why Newland Sierra is a better choice. It affirms the County Board of Supervisors’ unanimous approval of a project that provides 2,135 badly-needed new homes – more than 60% of which will be affordably priced for working families – and preserves more than 60% of the property as permanent open space. 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.  Reach Thousands with the 2020 Best of Oceanside Community Guide The Best of Oceanside Community Guide is a much larger publication produced annually by the Chamber. It explores all aspects of the community from Oceanside historical topics to updates on highly anticipated events. This publication is an excellent opportunity to showcase how your business adds to the unique beach atmosphere that attracts tourists from all over the world. With segments including Oceanside living, Health, Education, and Oceanside events, the Best of Oceanside Community Guide provides new information even to those of us local. As always, the publication will showcase news from Chamber members, updates on economic development and city and public service announcements. All around, the Best of Oceanside Community Guide is a staple product for both visitors and community members alike. More details. New Member Breakfast Friday, November 08, 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 Barrel Republic Tuesday, November 12, 2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Barrel Republic 215 N. Coast Hwy. 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.  Beer and Braggin's is open to Chamber Members and Non-members, so bring a friend and make new ones! This month's venue is Barrel Republic. Barrel Republic is the Mecca for craft beer lovers to come for freedom: the freedom to pour, freedom to compare and the freedom to be amongst other like-minded craft beer enthusiasts. Check out the beer menus to see whats on tap! More details and registration.  OYPN Downtown Update with MainStreet Oceanside Recap  On Wednesday, October 23rd the Oceanside Young Professionals met at Kilowatt Brewing for a downtown district update with MainStreet Oceanside. Kilowatt is a small batch brewery based in San Diego. Their CEO, Steve “Scones” Kozyk shared the story of their Oceanside location, which opened earlier this year and features creative lighting, interactive art, and games which pair perfectly with their small batch, uncommon ingredient brews.  Gumaro Escarcega, with MainStreet Oceanside offered an inside look into future downtown developments and recently completed projects. He also shared details on the Oceanside Mural Initiative, a community driven program with goals to help our city become a destination for public art while improving the image of our downtown district. More photos. Fairways Kitchen and Bar Grand Opening at Arrowood Golf Course Friday, November 1, 2019 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Arrowood Golf Course 5201 Village Dr. Oceanside, CA 92057 Fairways Kitchen and Bar at Arrowood will officially be opening its doors on Friday, November 1st at 6pm. Chef Clive Berkman and his Staff will be preparing and serving an exquisite meal within the showcase of our beautifully renovated restaurant. Spaces are limited and filling rapidly, so make your reservation today and join us for a new dining experience. The Grand Opening Dinner Menu reception will consist of brie puffs, coconut shrimp and lobster mac n' cheese. The dinner memu features butternut squash bisque, roast salmon, pear and perssimon salad, grilled ribeye twice baked potatoes creamed spinach, and chocolate quandary. The cost is $45 per guest! More details and registration. Where Do North County Employees Work and Live? A Pathbreaking New Report Tuesday, November 5, 2019 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce 5934 Priestly Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008 Join us for a discussion of a new ground-breaking analysis examining how employment is distributed throughout North County and where these workers live. This innovative analysis conducted by SANDAG will focus on North County employment centers and will reveal how many employees work in particular job centers, how these employees travel to work, the distance they travel, as well as the types of industries that are in different North County employment centers. This is a can’t miss report for talent recruitment and real estate professionals and any other business leader needing to understand how workers get around North County. More details and registration.  MiraCosta College to Host Computer Skills Advisory Breakfast Thursday, November 7, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Community Learning Center 1831 Mission Ave Oceanside, CA 92058 MiraCosta College’s Continuing Education department will be hosting an Advisory Breakfast to receive input from local businesses on new free computer skills courses and certificates being offered at the Community Learning Center.  Our free classes help students learn a wide range of useful skills, from computer basics to more advanced spreadsheets, word processing, and more! If you have employees that use the computer during their workday please join us for a tasty catered breakfast and engaging round-table discussion on the education and skills our community needs. Please RSVP below, and contact Cole Bezzantre via email or at 760.757.2121 x 8781 with any questions. More details. Threat Awareness Symposium - The Left of Boom Mentality Friday, November 8, 2019 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Thermo Fisher Scientific Townhall B 5823 Newton Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92008 Join us for this unique workshop where you will learn how to develop the mindset to prevent potentially threatening events. Speakers and topics include: Lee Wakefield – CEO Sentir Global | Developing aLeft of Boom mindset for the North County Business CommunityAkshay Pottathil – Professor SDSU | Data, Technology and theLeft of Boom Security Mindset Adam Coughran – President, Standards Training Group | Preventing and Surviving Violence Adam Birst – U.S. Coast Guard officer (retired) | DisasterManagement Shelly Pinomaki – Founder, Seeking Hope | Finding Hopein a Crisis for Yourself and Others: Emotional First Aid Clint Pearman – Certified Brain Injury Specialist, Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton | Traumatic Brain injury research and early Behavioral Indicators of Brain Injury problems for individuals, co-workers and families. *$20 – preregistration ONLY!(*Breakfast Included!). More details and registration. Live2Lead North San Diego Monday, November 11, 2019 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM QLN Conference Center & Meeting Facility 1938 Avenida Del Oro Oceanside, CA 92056 If you are interested in growing your personal influence, developing leaders, or building teams of excellence, you need to be in the room on Veterans Day for John Maxwell's Live2Lead North Diego! Attendees of the conference can look forward to an experience designed to equip them with new leadership skills, different perspectives, practical tools and key takeaways. For more information, or to reserve your seat or company table, please visit our website. Proceeds will benefit The Come Home Project, a wonderful local charity started by a young Marine couple who want to do something to reduce the high suicide and divorce rates among our nation's servicemembers, veterans, and their families. Learn more at. More details and registration.  Mindful Rejuventation Grand Opening Celebration On Thursday, October 17th Mindful Rejuvenation celebrated their grand opening at their new office at 717 Pier View Way in Oceanside. The behavioral health outpatient clinic combines traditional rehabilitation treatments with holistic, mindful activities such as Pilates, Art and Music Therapy. The clinic is led by accredited and licensed medical recovery professionals, who joined together to offer clients a much-needed alternative to other treatments. More photos. Oceanside Chamber Quarterly Journal – Digital Version Now Available​​​​​ Read the digital version of the Oceanside Chamber’s Fall 2019 Quarterly Journal. This edition features an update on North River Farm improvements, The Chamber's endorsement of the Better Choice Measure, recycling tips from both Waste Management and Green Oceanside, and spotlights on the Small Business Development Center and Bread of Life. Additionally, the Chamber has introduced new topics to be showcased in every upcoming Quarterly Journal including Education, Future Talents and a "Why I Love Oceanside" segment. As always, you’ll also find information on upcoming networking events, new and renewing members and Oceanside Economic Development News. Digital version.  Ambiance Realty Celebrate Grand Opening of Their Oceanside Location On Saturday, October 26th, Ambiance Realty celebrated the grand opening of their beautiful Oceanside office in style. Members of the community, alongside the Oceanside princesses took to the dancefloor to enjoy the festive music from the DJ, as well as snack on a delicious buffet spread. The freshly renovated office is in downtown Oceanside at 804 Pierview Way, Ste. 101. Ambiance Realty is a leader in high-end residential, investment, and commercial real estate sales, so their new bright and modern location makes for a perfect setting to sit back with an agent to shop for your dream home. Their first office outside of West Hollywood, we want to extend Ambiance a warm welcome to Oceanside. More photos. COASTER Holiday Express Will Now Have Trains on Two Weekends The COASTER Holiday Express is coming to town and, this year, it’ll be for TWO weekends! This popular annual event is a holiday tradition for many families. So, to allow space for everyone to join, NCTD has extended this event to Saturdays and Sundays, December 7-8 and December 14-15 with trains at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and 2 p.m. The COASTER Holiday Express departs from the Oceanside Transit Center and takes passengers on an approximately 65-minute non-stop round-trip journey down the coast and back. During the event, passengers will experience a decorated train complete with carolers and a visit from Santa Claus and his friends. Tickets for the COASTER Holiday Express have sold out very quickly in previous years. Tickets go on sale Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 9 a.m. and are $20/person. More details. Help Your Employees Save for Retirement CalSavers Retirement Savings Program was designed to give employers an easy way to help their employees save for retirement, with no employer fees, no fiduciary responsibility, and minimal ongoing responsibilities. Employers with at least five employees who don’t already offer a workplace retirement plan can register for CalSavers today and must be registered by their required deadline. More details. Are You Ready to ShakeOut? Major earthquakes can cause unprecedented catastrophes. With earthquakes as an inevitable part of our future, businesses should make plans and take actions to ensure that disasters do not become catastrophes. What we do now, will determine what our lives will be like afterwards. With this in mind, the Earthquake Country Alliance created the Great California ShakeOut, an earthquake drill and preparedness activity in which everyone can participate, which has now spread to many other states and regions. To register as a participant for a ShakeOut drill in your area visit www.shakeout.org. Businesses of all sizes can also use the drill to get their employees, business partners, and even their clients and customers, involved and prepared for a big earthquake. Furthermore, the level of your staffs’ own personal and family preparedness will be key to their availability to support your company’s response and recovery efforts after a disaster. More details and Drill Manual. ​City Adopts Chamber-Supported Density Cap Removal By Scott Ashton, CEO, Oceanside Chamber of Commerce The City of Oceanside has taken a positive step toward improving housing affordability in the downtown Oceanside district. In August, the Oceanside City Council adopted recommendations from City staff and the Downtown Advisory Committee to remove density caps on residential projects that are part of mixed-used developments in the Downtown District. The previous zoning ordinance allowed for a maximum of 43 dwelling units per acre. The removal of the density cap will allow for smaller, more affordable units, while maintaining all other development requirements including height, setbacks and parking. More details. Distasters Don't Plan Ahead. You Do. An estimated 25 percent of businesses don’t open again after a major disaster, according to the Institute for Business and Home Safety. Protect your business by identifying the risks relevant to your location, both natural and man-made. Then, keep your plan of action updated.Preserve your equipment and business records by referencing this IRS guide on how to protect your information before an emergency strikes. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) also offers an emergency preparedness checklist and toolkit. More details. The Small Business Development Center Celebrates 20 Years of Making the American Dream Come True for Thousands of Small Business Owners ​​​Over the past twenty years thousands of local entrepreneurs and business owners have visited The North San Diego Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to help them start, manage and grow their businesses.  I was one of those entrepreneurs and the information and support I received was priceless. I am now celebrating a decade in business. The SBDC consultants have been with me and thousands of small business owners every step of the way.  There is no cost to entrepreneurs and small business owners for private one-on-one business advising and most of the training and resources available to them. More details. Chamber Members: Tell us Why You Love Oceanside The Oceanside Quarterly Journal now has a new segment titled, “Why I Love Oceanside”! We are inviting Chamber members like you to be a part of this. Our City has so much to offer, and we want to hear personally from you! Share with us why you love where you live and what makes you passionate about this community. All we need is a short 50 to 75 word write-up and a high resolution image of you. A gentle reminder: We’re looking for personal reflections or thoughts. If you are interested in participating, please contact Kristi Hawthorne at the Chamber at 760-722-1534 or Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. View the “Why I Love Oceanside” segment in the current version.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall 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, November 15, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Harney Sushi RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​​​Tuesday, December 10, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond ​​​​​RSVP to Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, October 23, 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! Life Enrichment Services Givens Transport Corporation Ivey Ranch Park Association ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Coastal Academy and Coastal Academy High School Creative PhotographyInc. Del Oro Smiles Dentistry Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Oceanside Public Workshop on Acceddory Dwelling Units (AUD) Tuesday, November 12, 2019 Live2Lead Sponsorship Packages Oceanside Senior of the Year Volunteers Named Fire Chief "Walter Johnson Day" Celebrated by The Oceanside Fire Department   Community Leadership and Running for School Board 101   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Stir Foods Production Manager Stir Foods Maintenance Mechanic Stir Foods Warehouse Manager Boot Barn Seasonal Hiring Event Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 10/23/2019 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM OYPN Downtown Update with MainStreet Oceanside 11/05/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 11/07/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 11/07/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM OYPN Committee Meeting 11/08/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM New Member Breakfast 11/12/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Barrel Republic 11/14/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 11/15/2019 11:00 AM -1:30 PM Plates for 8 at Harney Sushi 11/20/2019 8:00 AM -9:00 AM Coffee with a Cop 12/03/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 12/05/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 12/05/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM OYPN Committee Meeting 12/10/2019 11:00 AM -1:30 PM Plates for 8 at Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond 12/11/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Holiday Mixer at QLN Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser   Final Status Report on Major Business Bills The following list summarizes the final status of California Chamber of Commerce priority bills that were sent to the Governor this year. The CalChamber will publish a record of legislators’ votes on key bills affecting the California business climate on November 1. Generally, the bills selected for the vote record have appeared in one of the status reports. Bills signed by the Governor will become law on January 1, 2020 unless otherwise stated. Urgency, tax and budget-related measures go into effect immediately upon being signed, so the date the bill was signed is noted. 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 out the latest new and coming business news. More details.  Last Chance to Register! OYPN Downtown Update with MainStreet Oceanside Tonight! Wednesday, October 23, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Kilowatt Brewing 406 Mission Ave. Oceanside, CA 92054 Come join our Oceanside Young Professionals for a Downtown update with Mainstreet Oceanside on October 23rd from 5pm-7pm at Kilowatt Brewing. Meet like-minded YPs and learn about what’s going on in our downtown district, Mainstreet business programs and how to get involved. This event is free and open to the public. Food and drink will be available for purchase. More details and registration.  Grand Opening at Ambiance Realty Saturday, October 26, 2019 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Ambiance Realty 804 Pier View Way Ste. 101 Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce invites you to celebrate in the grand opening of Ambiance Realty on Saturday, October 26! Ambiance is located at 804 Pier View Way Ste. 101 in downtown Oceanside. The ribbon cutting ceremony will kick off at 5 PM. Hope to see you there! RSVP to Abigail or call (760) 259-3379. More details. Where Do North County Employees Work and Live? A Pathbreaking New Report Tuesday, November 5, 2019 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce 5934 Priestly Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008 Join us for a discussion of a new ground-breaking analysis examining how employment is distributed throughout North County and where these workers live. This innovative analysis conducted by SANDAG will focus on North County employment centers and will reveal how many employees work in particular job centers, how these employees travel to work, the distance they travel, as well as the types of industries that are in different North County employment centers. This is a can’t miss report for talent recruitment and real estate professionals and any other business leader needing to understand how workers get around North County. More details and registration.  MiraCosta College to Host Computer Skills Advisory Breakfast Thursday, November 7, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Community Learning Center 1831 Mission Ave Oceanside, CA 92058 MiraCosta College’s Continuing Education department will be hosting an Advisory Breakfast to receive input from local businesses on new free computer skills courses and certificates being offered at the Community Learning Center.  Our free classes help students learn a wide range of useful skills, from computer basics to more advanced spreadsheets, word processing, and more! If you have employees that use the computer during their workday please join us for a tasty catered breakfast and engaging round-table discussion on the education and skills our community needs. Please RSVP below, and contact Cole Bezzantre via email or at 760.757.2121 x 8781 with any questions. More details. Threat Awareness Symposium - The Left of Boom Mentality Friday, November 8, 2019 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Thermo Fisher Scientific Townhall B 5823 Newton Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92008 Join us for this unique workshop where you will learn how to develop the mindset to prevent potentially threatening events. Speakers and topics include: Lee Wakefield – CEO Sentir Global | Developing aLeft of Boom mindset for the North County Business CommunityAkshay Pottathil – Professor SDSU | Data, Technology and theLeft of Boom Security Mindset Adam Coughran – President, Standards Training Group | Preventing and Surviving Violence Adam Birst – U.S. Coast Guard officer (retired) | DisasterManagement Shelly Pinomaki – Founder, Seeking Hope | Finding Hopein a Crisis for Yourself and Others: Emotional First Aid Clint Pearman – Certified Brain Injury Specialist, Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton | Traumatic Brain injury research and early Behavioral Indicators of Brain Injury problems for individuals, co-workers and families. *$20 – preregistration ONLY!(*Breakfast Included!). More details and registration. Live2Lead North San Diego Monday, November 11, 2019 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM QLN Conference Center & Meeting Facility 1938 Avenida Del Oro Oceanside, CA 92056 If you are interested in growing your personal influence, developing leaders, or building teams of excellence, you need to be in the room on Veterans Day for John Maxwell's Live2Lead North Diego! Attendees of the conference can look forward to an experience designed to equip them with new leadership skills, different perspectives, practical tools and key takeaways. For more information, or to reserve your seat or company table, please visit our website. Proceeds will benefit The Come Home Project, a wonderful local charity started by a young Marine couple who want to do something to reduce the high suicide and divorce rates among our nation's servicemembers, veterans, and their families. Learn more at. More details and registration.  2019 Oceanside Senior Expo Recap The Oceanside Senior Expo was held Thursday, October 10, 2019. It was a sold out event with over 80 exhibitors and record crowds. The event was sponsored by Kaiser Permanente, Tri City Medical Center and Primary Care Associates. Oceanside residents were chosen as City of Oceanside’s Senior Volunteer of the Year of 2019: Anita Romaine and Linda Walshaw were selected for their volunteer activities and community involvement. More photos. Reach Thousands with the 2020 Best of Oceanside Community Guide The Best of Oceanside Community Guide is a much larger publication produced annually by the Chamber. It explores all aspects of the community from Oceanside historical topics to updates on highly anticipated events. This publication is an excellent opportunity to showcase how your business adds to the unique beach atmosphere that attracts tourists from all over the world. With segments including Oceanside living, Health, Education, and Oceanside events, the Best of Oceanside Community Guide provides new information even to those of us local. As always, the publication will showcase news from Chamber members, updates on economic development and city and public service announcements. All around, the Best of Oceanside Community Guide is a staple product for both visitors and community members alike. More details. Oceanside Chamber Quarterly Journal – Digital Version Now Available​​​​​ Read the digital version of the Oceanside Chamber’s Fall 2019 Quarterly Journal. This edition features an update on North River Farm improvements, The Chamber's endorsement of the Better Choice Measure, recycling tips from both Waste Management and Green Oceanside, and spotlights on the Small Business Development Center and Bread of Life. Additionally, the Chamber has introduced new topics to be showcased in every upcoming Quarterly Journal including Education, Future Talents and a "Why I Love Oceanside" segment. As always, you’ll also find information on upcoming networking events, new and renewing members and Oceanside Economic Development News. Digital version.  Scare Away Hunger Peanut Butter Drive Every day, 1 in 5 kids faces hunger in North County. The North County Food Bank needs your help providing nutritious food to households with children living in poverty in North County. The Food Bank is seeking donations of peanut butter because it is an excellent source of protein for children in need. You can make a difference in the lives of your North County neighbors. Drop off your peanut butter donations at the various businesses locations or at the North County Food Bank throughout the month of October. More details and drop-off addresses.  Medical Integration(Mi) Strength: Featuring Saima Khan By: Chloe Nyenhuis You may have heard the name or seen an article mentioning a new type of fitness program and wondered, “What is Medical Integration?” Medical Integration (MI), at its foundation, is small-group fitness training developed from evidence based research and led by nationally certified personal trainers with specialized certifications. This enables them to modify workouts for individual needs. It is the missing link between healthcare and fitness and only found at Tri-City Wellness & Fitness Center. More details. Fostering an Attitude of Leadership for Oceanside's Young Professionals By Haley Wonsley Chair, Oceanside Young Professionals Network From initiatives that aim to save Oceanside beach sand to the thriving farm-to-table scene, there is always a new topic to learn about in our growing city. Over the past year, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce has launched a program called the Oceanside Young Professionals Network (OYPN). The OYPN is designed to connect young professionals with each other through fun networking and event opportunities and also connect them to the issues that affect us most, professionally and personally. ​​​​​​More details. Chamber Members: Tell us Why You Love Oceanside The Oceanside Quarterly Journal now has a new segment titled, “Why I Love Oceanside”! We are inviting Chamber members like you to be a part of this. Our City has so much to offer, and we want to hear personally from you! Share with us why you love where you live and what makes you passionate about this community. All we need is a short 50 to 75 word write-up and a high resolution image of you. A gentle reminder: We’re looking for personal reflections or thoughts. If you are interested in participating, please contact Kristi Hawthorne at the Chamber at 760-722-1534 or Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. View the “Why I Love Oceanside” segment in the current version.  Do You Know When to Reduce Energy Use? Despite the relatively mild temperatures this summer and early fall, we have recently experienced hotter-than-normal days which can lead to higher bills and calls for energy conservation. What do Event Days mean for your business? Event days are called when demand for energy spikes across the state. On Event Days, if your business is on the Time-of-Use pricing plan, you can save if you have the flexibility to shift your energy use to before 2 pm or after 6 pm. If a Reduce Your Use or Critical Peak Pricing event day is called, your energy costs can increase up to 400% between the hours of 2 pm – 6 pm. Shifting or reducing your energy use to after 6 pm or before 2 pm can help you maximize your energy savings during an Event Day. More details. Employee Stock Ownership Plans ​​​Thursday, October 24, 2019 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92011 In this session we will learn about employee stock ownership plans - ESOP.  ESOPs are a remarkable structure for business succession, enabling an owner to sell all or part of the company to the employees, subsidized with eye-popping tax befits.   You will come away from this program with an understanding of: The basic mechanics of an ESOP The flexibility it provides to a business owner to liquidate company value on their own terms The remarkable tax provisions that can fully offset the purchase price paid by the ESOP The opportunity an ESOP provides to leave a legacy and benefit the employees while receiving an attractive price for the company More details. Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall 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, November 15, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Harney Sushi RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​​​Tuesday, December 10, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond ​​​​​RSVP to Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, October 16, 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! Metal Lighthouse BASE Programs TR Engineering ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS North County Health Services San Diego Union-Tribune Storage West Self Storage Tough Turtle Turf Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan QLN Conference Center & Meeting Facility Fairwinds Ivey Ranch Days Inn Oceanside Quality Lock and Security Services, Inc Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS 2019 Prescription Durg Take-Back Day El Corazon Aquatics Center Groundvreaking Ceremony Slated for October 30 Oceanside Senior of the Year Volunteers Named Fire Chief "Walter Johnson Day" Celebrated by The Oceanside Fire Department   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Boot Barn Seasonal Hiring Event Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 10/17/2019 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Grand Opening at Mindful Rejuvenation Inc. 10/17/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Mixer at Frontwave Credit Union 10/23/2019 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Small Business Sustainability Workshop 10/23/2019 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM OYPN Downtown Update with MainStreet Oceanside 11/05/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 11/07/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 11/07/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM OYPN Committee Meeting 11/08/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM New Member Breakfast 11/12/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Barrel Republic 11/14/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 11/15/2019 11:00 AM -1:30 PM Plates for 8 at Harney Sushi 11/20/2019 8:00 AM -9:00 AM Coffee with a Cop Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser   What Should California Employers do About Flu Season? (Source: CalChamber) Pumpkin spice lattes, sweaters, apples, cold weather, cozy nights inside — it’s that time of year again. Yes, flu season is beginning (did you think I meant autumn?). Although you can catch the flu at any time during the year, influenza incidents often begin to increase in October, peaking between December and February. The flu can hit businesses and employees hard but taking steps now can help reduce workers’ exposure to the flu virus. 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 out the latest new and coming business news. More details.  Last Chance to Register: October Business Mixer at Frontwave Tomorrow! Thursday, October 17, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Frontwave Credit Union 2454 Vista Way Oceanside, CA 92054 Join us for our October Business Mixer at the newly remodeled Frontwave Credit Union branch in the Fire Mountain Center. Enjoy appetizers and a no-host bar, as well as some great door and raffle prizes. Bring a jar a peanut butter to be donated to the North County Food Bank for their Scare Away Hunger campaign, a recieve a free raffle ticket! Raffle proceeds will be donated to the Military Spouse Association of Camp Pendleton. If you have a door or raffle prize to donate, please contact Event Coordinator Kristi Hawthorne at or 760-722-1534 ext 104. Cost of admission is $5 for Oceanside Chamber Members (Pre-Paid online) or $10 at the Door. Non-Member price is $20. More details and registration.  Scare Away Hunger Peanut Butter Drive Every day, 1 in 5 kids faces hunger in North County. The North County Food Bank needs your help providing nutritious food to households with children living in poverty in North County. The Food Bank is seeking donations of peanut butter because it is an excellent source of protein for children in need. You can make a difference in the lives of your North County neighbors. Drop off your peanut butter donations at the various businesses locations or at the North County Food Bank throughout the month of October. More details and drop-off addresses.  Mindful Rejuvenation Grand Opening Tomorrow! Thursday, October 17, 2019 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM  Mindful Rejuvenation 717 Pier View Way Oceanside, CA 92054 Come meet the staff at Mindful Rejuvenation on Pier View Way in downtown Oceanside. The behavioral health outpatient clinic combines traditional rehabilitation treatments with holistic, Mindful activities such as Pilates, Art and Music Therapy. The clinic is lead by accredited and licensed medical recovery professionals, who joined together to offer clients a much-needed alternative to other treatments. This celebration includes tours of the facility, a chance to talk with the founders, hors d'oeuvres and a toast during the ribbon cutting. Festivities begin at 11:00 AM, with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 12:00 PM and concludes at 1:00 PM. More details. Small Business Sustainability Workshop Wednesday, October 23, 2019 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy. Oceanside, CA 92054 Welcome to the Green Oceanside Small Businesses Sustainability Workshop! Environmental leaders from the City of Oceanside will be providing information and tools on how to support our local businesses and their efforts for sustainability. Workshop topics will cover the following: Water Use Efficiency Clean Water Energy Conservation and Climate Action Organics Management (Food donation, and recycling) Green Oceanside Business Network This workshop's feature speakers are Colleen Foster, Environmental Officer, and  Sarah Davis, Senior Environmental Specialist. Food is sponsored by Enjo USA! More details and registration.  OYPN Downtown Update with MainStreet Oceanside Wednesday, October 23, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Kilowatt Brewing 406 Mission Ave. Oceanside, CA 92054 Come join our Oceanside Young Professionals for a Downtown update with Mainstreet Oceanside on October 23rd from 5pm-7pm at Kilowatt Brewing. Meet like-minded YPs and learn about what’s going on in our downtown district, Mainstreet business programs and how to get involved. This event is free and open to the public. Food and drink will be available for purchase. More details and registration.  Where Do North County Employees Work and Live? A Pathbreaking New Report Tuesday, November 5, 2019 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce 5934 Priestly Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008 Join us for a discussion of a new ground-breaking analysis examining how employment is distributed throughout North County and where these workers live. This innovative analysis conducted by SANDAG will focus on North County employment centers and will reveal how many employees work in particular job centers, how these employees travel to work, the distance they travel, as well as the types of industries that are in different North County employment centers. This is a can’t miss report for talent recruitment and real estate professionals and any other business leader needing to understand how workers get around North County. More details and registration. Thank You for Another Successful Oceanside Harbor Days! Presented by Genentech and Tri-City Medical Center, Oceanside Harbor Days was held September 21 and 22, featuring over 200 arts and craft exhibits, a food court, costumed pirates and mermaids, and a beer garden sponsored by the Prohibition Brewing Company. Attendees enjoyed various competitions from the Fishing Derby to the Tiki Swim, Pirate costume contest, and the "Nail and Sail" contest. The Navy helped to open the event by landing the LCAC hovercraft from ACU-5 on the Harbor Beach early Saturday morning. The Oceanside Police Department and Fire Department had vehicles on display and the OPD Canine Unit did demonstrations to impress the crowds. New this year, OPD added a Pirate and Sunken Treasure Rescue in the Harbor. Crowds gathered to watch a pirate rescued from his “burning” boat, and then an OPD dive team help recover his lost treasure. Oceanside Harbor Days will be held September 19 and 20th in 2020! More photos. Reach Thousands with the 2020 Best of Oceanside Community Guide The Best of Oceanside Community Guide is a much larger publication produced annually by the Chamber. It explores all aspects of the community from Oceanside historical topics to updates on highly anticipated events. This publication is an excellent opportunity to showcase how your business adds to the unique beach atmosphere that attracts tourists from all over the world. With segments including Oceanside living, Health, Education, and Oceanside events, the Best of Oceanside Community Guide provides new information even to those of us local. As always, the publication will showcase news from Chamber members, updates on economic development and city and public service announcements. All around, the Best of Oceanside Community Guide is a staple product for both visitors and community members alike. More details. Oceanside Chamber Quarterly Journal – Digital Version Now Available​​​​​ Read the digital version of the Oceanside Chamber’s Fall 2019 Quarterly Journal. This edition features an update on North River Farm improvements, The Chamber's endorsement of the Better Choice Measure, recycling tips from both Waste Management and Green Oceanside, and spotlights on the Small Business Development Center and Bread of Life. Additionally, the Chamber has introduced new topics to be showcased in every upcoming Quarterly Journal including Education, Future Talents and a "Why I Love Oceanside" segment. As always, you’ll also find information on upcoming networking events, new and renewing members and Oceanside Economic Development News. Digital version.  Medical Integration(Mi) Strength: Featuring Saima Khan By: Chloe Nyenhuis You may have heard the name or seen an article mentioning a new type of fitness program and wondered, “What is Medical Integration?” Medical Integration (MI), at its foundation, is small-group fitness training developed from evidence based research and led by nationally certified personal trainers with specialized certifications. This enables them to modify workouts for individual needs. It is the missing link between healthcare and fitness and only found at Tri-City Wellness & Fitness Center. More details. Fostering an Attitude of Leadership for Oceanside's Young Professionals By Haley Wonsley Chair, Oceanside Young Professionals Network From initiatives that aim to save Oceanside beach sand to the thriving farm-to-table scene, there is always a new topic to learn about in our growing city. Over the past year, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce has launched a program called the Oceanside Young Professionals Network (OYPN). The OYPN is designed to connect young professionals with each other through fun networking and event opportunities and also connect them to the issues that affect us most, professionally and personally. ​​​​​​More details. Community Leaders Breakfast: Report to the Region Tuesday, October 22, 2019 7:30 AM –9:00 AM Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa 5480 Grand Pacific Drive Carlsbad, California 92008 You're cordially invited to the Community Leaders Breakfast: Report to the Region. Join more than 200 business leaders, elected officials, community members, and MiraCostans at the Community Leaders Breakfast: Report to the Region. The morning will include an hour of networking, an engaging program highlighting the College’s impact on the community and workforce, and a special performance by MiraCosta College students committed to pursuing careers in the arts. Secure your tickets below for the opportunity to make new partnerships and engage with community members. More details.  Chamber Members: Tell us Why You Love Oceanside The Oceanside Quarterly Journal now has a new segment titled, “Why I Love Oceanside”! We are inviting Chamber members like you to be a part of this. Our City has so much to offer, and we want to hear personally from you! Share with us why you love where you live and what makes you passionate about this community. All we need is a short 50 to 75 word write-up and a high resolution image of you. A gentle reminder: We’re looking for personal reflections or thoughts. If you are interested in participating, please contact Kristi Hawthorne at the Chamber at 760-722-1534 or Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. View the “Why I Love Oceanside” segment in the current version.  Do You Know When to Reduce Energy Use? Despite the relatively mild temperatures this summer and early fall, we have recently experienced hotter-than-normal days which can lead to higher bills and calls for energy conservation. What do Event Days mean for your business? Event days are called when demand for energy spikes across the state. On Event Days, if your business is on the Time-of-Use pricing plan, you can save if you have the flexibility to shift your energy use to before 2 pm or after 6 pm. If a Reduce Your Use or Critical Peak Pricing event day is called, your energy costs can increase up to 400% between the hours of 2 pm – 6 pm. Shifting or reducing your energy use to after 6 pm or before 2 pm can help you maximize your energy savings during an Event Day. More details. Employee Stock Ownership Plans ​​​Thursday, October 24, 2019 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92011 In this session we will learn about employee stock ownership plans - ESOP.  ESOPs are a remarkable structure for business succession, enabling an owner to sell all or part of the company to the employees, subsidized with eye-popping tax befits.   You will come away from this program with an understanding of: The basic mechanics of an ESOP The flexibility it provides to a business owner to liquidate company value on their own terms The remarkable tax provisions that can fully offset the purchase price paid by the ESOP The opportunity an ESOP provides to leave a legacy and benefit the employees while receiving an attractive price for the company More details. Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall 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, November 15, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Harney Sushi RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​​​Tuesday, December 10, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond ​​​​​RSVP to Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, October 9, 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! Ambiance Realty Blade 1936 ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS BASE Programs Boot Barn Coleman & Coleman Advanced Dentistry Otterlei Coastal Premier Dental Arts Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS MiraCosta College Celebrates San Elijo Campus Groundbreaking for New Student Services & Administrative Building Oceanside Theatre Company Opens Season with Family Centered Production, Foxfire, October 11 at the Brooks Theater   Oceanside Fire Department Open House October 19   How to Leverage LinkedIn with Oceanside nafe/GSFE   Senior Volunteer of the Year   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Boot Barn Seasonal Hiring Event Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 10/10/2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Senior Expo 10/11/2019 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM Exclusive 4 U Boutique Grand Opening 10/17/2019 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Grand Opening at Mindful Rejuvenation Inc. 10/17/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Mixer at Frontwave Credit Union 10/23/2019 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Small Business Sustainability Workshop 10/23/2019 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM OYPN Downtown Update with MainStreet Oceanside 11/05/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 11/07/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues Forum 11/07/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM OYPN Committee Meeting 11/08/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM New Member Breakfast 11/12/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Barrel Republic 11/14/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 11/15/2019 11:00 AM -1:30 PM Plates for 8 at Harney Sushi 11/20/2019 8:00 AM -9:00 AM Coffee with a Cop Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Poll Shows Dropping Support for Split Roll, Largest Tax Hike in History Backers of an initiative for the 2020 ballot to increase business property taxes have changed their measure twice since introducing it in 2017. The main result of those tweaks: up to a billion dollars a year of the new taxes will be sent right back to state and local governments for implementation, overhead, and existing state programs. That’s a billion dollars a year that will be intercepted before they can be used to hire any new school teachers, police officers or firefighters. More details. Oceanside Senior Expo Tomorrow!  Thursday, October 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Civic Center Plaza  300 N. Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054  This popular event will feature over 60 health-related businesses, non-profits and senior organizations.  In addition, exhibitors have an opportunity to offer variety of free health-related screenings and demonstrations for the public. The event is free to the public. Booth space is available for businesses interested in promoting their products or services. 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 out the latest new and coming business news. More details.  Exclusive 4 U Boutique Grand Opening Celebration Friday, October 11, 2019 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM PST Exclusive 4 U Boutique 3529 Cannon Rd., Ste 2-H Oceanside, CA 92056 Come join us on Friday, October 11th at 5:00 PM for the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of Exclusive 4 U Boutique. This is a family-friendly event featuring music, raffles, and a pumpkin giveaway. Exclusive 4 U Boutique is a family owned store serving the local community by providing affordable clothing for all including accessories, jewelry, hand bags and much more. Check out all the latest styles from misses to mens as well as children and infants. The first 50 attendees will receive a complimentary Exclusive 4 U Boutique shopping bag filled with discounts from local retailers. Complimentary meal from Nancy's Tacos Catering with a $15 minimum purchase at Exclusive 4 U Boutique.  More details. October Business Mixer at Frontwave Thursday, October 17, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Frontwave Credit Union 2454 Vista Way Oceanside, CA 92054 Join us for our October Business Mixer at the newly remodeled Frontwave Credit Union branch in the Fire Mountain Center. Enjoy appetizers and a no-host bar, as well as some great door and raffle prizes. Bring a jar a peanut butter to be donated to the North County Food Bank for their Scare Away Hunger campaign, a recieve a free raffle ticket! Raffle proceeds will be donated to the Military Spouse Association of Camp Pendleton. If you have a door or raffle prize to donate, please contact Event Coordinator Kristi Hawthorne at or 760-722-1534 ext 104. Cost of admission is $5 for Oceanside Chamber Members (Pre-Paid online) or $10 at the Door. Non-Member price is $20. More details and registration.  Scare Away Hunger Peanut Butter Drive Every day, 1 in 5 kids faces hunger in North County. The North County Food Bank needs your help providing nutritious food to households with children living in poverty in North County. The Food Bank is seeking donations of peanut butter because it is an excellent source of protein for children in need. You can make a difference in the lives of your North County neighbors. Drop off your peanut butter donations at the various businesses locations or at the North County Food Bank throughout the month of October. More details and drop-off addresses.  Mindful Rejuvenation Grand Opening Thursday, October 17, 2019 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM  Mindful Rejuvenation 717 Pier View Way Oceanside, CA 92054 Come meet the staff at Mindful Rejuvenation on Pier View Way in downtown Oceanside. The behavioral health outpatient clinic combines traditional rehabilitation treatments with holistic, Mindful activities such as Pilates, Art and Music Therapy. The clinic is lead by accredited and licensed medical recovery professionals, who joined together to offer clients a much-needed alternative to other treatments. This celebration includes tours of the facility, a chance to talk with the founders, hors d'oeuvres and a toast during the ribbon cutting. Festivities begin at 11:00 AM, with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 12:00 PM and concludes at 1:00 PM. More details. Small Business Sustainability Workshop Wednesday, October 23, 2019 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy. Oceanside, CA 92054 Welcome to the Green Oceanside Small Businesses Sustainability Workshop! Environmental leaders from the City of Oceanside will be providing information and tools on how to support our local businesses and their efforts for sustainability. Workshop topics will cover the following: Water Use Efficiency Clean Water Energy Conservation and Climate Action Organics Management (Food donation, and recycling) Green Oceanside Business Network This workshop's feature speakers are Colleen Foster, Environmental Officer, and  Sarah Davis, Senior Environmental Specialist. Food is sponsored by Enjo USA! More details and registration.  OYPN Downtown Update with MainStreet Oceanside Wednesday, October 23, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Kilowatt Brewing 406 Mission Ave. Oceanside, CA 92054 Come join our Oceanside Young Professionals for a Downtown update with Mainstreet Oceanside on October 23rd from 5pm-7pm at Kilowatt Brewing. Meet like-minded YPs and learn about what’s going on in our downtown district, Mainstreet business programs and how to get involved. This event is free and open to the public. Food and drink will be available for purchase. More details and registration.  Thank You for Another Successful Oceanside Harbor Days! Presented by Genentech and Tri-City Medical Center, Oceanside Harbor Days was held September 21 and 22, featuring over 200 arts and craft exhibits, a food court, costumed pirates and mermaids, and a beer garden sponsored by the Prohibition Brewing Company. Attendees enjoyed various competitions from the Fishing Derby to the Tiki Swim, Pirate costume contest, and the "Nail and Sail" contest. The Navy helped to open the event by landing the LCAC hovercraft from ACU-5 on the Harbor Beach early Saturday morning. The Oceanside Police Department and Fire Department had vehicles on display and the OPD Canine Unit did demonstrations to impress the crowds. New this year, OPD added a Pirate and Sunken Treasure Rescue in the Harbor. Crowds gathered to watch a pirate rescued from his “burning” boat, and then an OPD dive team help recover his lost treasure. Oceanside Harbor Days will be held September 19 and 20th in 2020! More photos. Creative Photography Introduces Co-Working Space at New Location On Friday, October 4th Creative Photography celebrated the grand opening of their new location at 821 S. Tremont St. in Oceanside. This new 1100 sq. ft. location is home to their new Launch Pad, a creative co-working space. The space is just steps away from the ocean offering high speed WiFi, lounge work area, meeting/class space, and month-to-month commitments. Creative Photography is owned by Oceanside local, Stephanie Wohlfiel, specializing in headshots, family, business, boudoir and newborn portraits. More photos. Reach Thousands with the 2020 Best of Oceanside Community Guide The Best of Oceanside Community Guide is a much larger publication produced annually by the Chamber. It explores all aspects of the community from Oceanside historical topics to updates on highly anticipated events. This publication is an excellent opportunity to showcase how your business adds to the unique beach atmosphere that attracts tourists from all over the world. With segments including Oceanside living, Health, Education, and Oceanside events, the Best of Oceanside Community Guide provides new information even to those of us local. As always, the publication will showcase news from Chamber members, updates on economic development and city and public service announcements. All around, the Best of Oceanside Community Guide is a staple product for both visitors and community members alike. More details. Oceanside Chamber Quarterly Journal – Digital Version Now Available​​​​​ Read the digital version of the Oceanside Chamber’s Fall 2019 Quarterly Journal. This edition features an update on North River Farm improvements, The Chamber's endorsement of the Better Choice Measure, recycling tips from both Waste Management and Green Oceanside, and spotlights on the Small Business Development Center and Bread of Life. Additionally, the Chamber has introduced new topics to be showcased in every upcoming Quarterly Journal including Education, Future Talents and a "Why I Love Oceanside" segment. As always, you’ll also find information on upcoming networking events, new and renewing members and Oceanside Economic Development News. Digital version.  Future Talent: Tatyana Wells Oceanside High School has a long legacy of producing sports legends, entertainers, along with judges, businessmen and women, and civic leaders. Young people are our future and there are many who possess talents and attributes to lead the next generation. Tatyana Wells is a perfect example, a young woman who is poised and ready for her future. She is enrolled in AVID (Advanced Via Independent Determination) a program that puts students on a path to college and career success. Her favorite subjects include social studies, math, and literature. More details. Food for the Body - Comfort for the Soul - How Bread of Life is Satisfying the Mouths and Morale of Low-Income San Diegans This is the Bread of Life Rescue Mission, a Christian, non-profit that has been helping the community for over 20 years. It is run entirely by unpaid volunteers and around 20 different churches in San Diego. The charity is strikingly radical in its approach (which is run in a drug and alcohol-free environment). It is a unique combination of compassion, wholeness and pragmatism that sets it apart from the others, “we really believe the problem isn't the homeless issue, but the hopeless issue,'' says Tim Yzaguirre, the affable Executive Director. ​​​​​​More details. Innovate78 Survey: Your Input Requested As a valued member of the Oceanside business community, I am hoping your opinions can be included in Innovate78’s anonymous survey to evaluate what services and support are of most value to businesses like yours. The survey is only 10 questions long, and it should not take more than 5 minutes of your time to complete. It is being administered through a private, third-party consultant. Unique data will not be made available to the city or Innovate78; however, overall results will be analyzed and presented as topline findings. Thank you in advance for your input about how Innovate78 can better serve you. Take Survey. Community Leaders Breakfast: Report to the Region Tuesday, October 22, 2019 7:30 AM –9:00 AM Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa 5480 Grand Pacific Drive Carlsbad, California 92008 You're cordially invited to the Community Leaders Breakfast: Report to the Region. Join more than 200 business leaders, elected officials, community members, and MiraCostans at the Community Leaders Breakfast: Report to the Region. The morning will include an hour of networking, an engaging program highlighting the College’s impact on the community and workforce, and a special performance by MiraCosta College students committed to pursuing careers in the arts. Secure your tickets below for the opportunity to make new partnerships and engage with community members. More details.  Where Do North County Employees Work and Live? A Pathbreaking New Report Tuesday, November 5, 2019 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce 5934 Priestly Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008 Where do workers in the Vista business park live? What percentage of workers live and work along SR78 and how many come from Southern Riverside County. What kind of industries are in the Carlsbad Technology Center compared to the industries in the Rancho Del Oro Business Park? Join us for a discussion of a new ground-breaking analysis examining how employment is distributed throughout North County and where these workers live. This innovative analysis conducted by SANDAG will focus on North County employment centers and will reveal how many employees work in particular job centers, how these employees travel to work, the distance they travel, as well as the types of industries that are in different North County employment centers. This is a can’t miss report for talent recruitment and real estate professionals and any other business leader needing to understand how workers get around North County. More details and registration. Chamber Members: Tell us Why You Love Oceanside The Oceanside Quarterly Journal now has a new segment titled, “Why I Love Oceanside”! We are inviting Chamber members like you to be a part of this. Our City has so much to offer, and we want to hear personally from you! Share with us why you love where you live and what makes you passionate about this community. All we need is a short 50 to 75 word write-up and a high resolution image of you. A gentle reminder: We’re looking for personal reflections or thoughts. If you are interested in participating, please contact Kristi Hawthorne at the Chamber at 760-722-1534 or Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. View the “Why I Love Oceanside” segment in the current version.  How to Prepare for an Emergency at Work Proper planning and preparation in advance can teach employees how to respond, help protect operations and save lives should an emergency occur. And, here are five ways to stay safe in your workplace. Know the location of the nearest exits, evacuation routes, automated external defibrillator (AED) and fire extinguishers Know your building security and floor leaders Participate in emergency exercises, drills and training programs Advise your supervisor of potential hazards so these can be corrected Eliminate potential fire hazards by keeping offices and cubicles free from paper clutter and recycle all unnecessary paper More details. Intro to Marketing Automation and Constant Contact ​​​Wednesday, October 9, 2019 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92011 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.In this workshop you'll learn: What marketing automation is, what it includes, and how it works (for email management and beyond) How marketing automation helps you get out of the email weeds while still building 1: 1 connections with your audience How marketing automation can help you drive leads and increase sales What tools are available to you for little-to-no-cost What to look for (and look out for) when choosing a tool A tour of Constant Contact session (free tool) Join us for this workshop full of tips and tricks to getting started with marketing automation. Plus learn typical pitfalls to avoid, getting you off on the right foot and putting you a step ahead of your competition.  Fully charged laptops are strongly recommended for this training. More details. Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall 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, November 15, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Harney Sushi RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​​​Tuesday, December 10, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond ​​​​​RSVP to Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, October 2, 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! Home Technology Center ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Beach Break Cafe Jazzercise Fitness Center Berkshire Hathaway - Megan Meihaus Joe & Mary Mottino Family YMCA Navy Federal Credit Union Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS The Buffalo Soldiers Motocycle Club of Oceanside (BSMCO) High School Seniors Scholarship Competition   Boys and Girls Clubs of Oceanside Holds Grand Opening for Cox Tech Center   North San Diego County Learn of Emerging Opportunities for Careers in Engineering and Manufacturing   Transit Agencies Offer Free Rides on Buses, Trolleys and Trains   Become a Friend of KOCT.org   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Boot Barn Seasonal Hiring Event Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 10/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 10/3/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 10/4/2019 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Facebook Business Page Makeover 10/4/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Creative Photography and Launch Pad Grand Opening 10/9/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at 19TEN 10/10/2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Senior Expo 10/11/2019 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM Exclusive 4 U Boutique Grand Opening 10/17/2019 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Grand Opening at Mindful Rejuvenation Inc. 10/17/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Mixer at Frontwave Credit Union 10/23/2019 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Small Business Sustainability Workshop 10/23/2019 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM OYPN Downtown Update with MainStreet Oceanside Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Pre-Employment Drug Testing as Marijuana Tests Reach Record ‘Highs’ Marijuana is legal in California, and unemployment rates remain low. Meanwhile, workplace drug tests yielding positive results are hitting record highs. What should California employers do about pre-employment drug testing? Positive workplace drug tests increased 4.4 percent between 2017 and 2018, according to an annual Quest Diagnostics Analysis. Marijuana continues to be the most commonly detected illicit substance, increasing almost 17 percent since 2014. The good news is positive results for opiates, heroin and cocaine are declining. More details. Emerging Issues Forum to Feature Update on OceanKamp Resort Project Tomorrow! Thursday, October 03, 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 at the October meeting will be Zephyr Parnters, providining an overview of their proposed OceanKamp Resort Project.  Authentically inspired by California, Kamp is a resort community where locals, visitors and residents alike are immersed in an unrivaled hospitality experience centered on living life to the fullest. Resort amenities include a wave lagoon, shopping & dining, mountain biking, mountain climbing, spa, yoga, fitness & open space.  Come learn how this proposed project will transform a key location in Oceanside into one of the region's top attractions. More details. Facebook Business Page Makeover Workshop This Friday! Friday, October 4, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Is your Facebook business page optimized to deliver better results?The opportunities to connect with potential clients via Facebook are practically boundless, but if your page is unattractive and out-of-date, then you’re really not going anywhere. In addition to that, there are back-end features on your page that need to be optimized consistently, in order to trigger the algorithm in your favor, and attract those searching for what you have. At this hands-on workshop, Simone will help you update your Facebook business page, so you can get a presence that matches the outstanding service your business provides. This workshop is $27 for members and $47 for non-members. More details and registration.  Creative Photography and Launch Pad Grand Opening Friday, October 4, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Creative Photography Studio  821 S Tremont St.  Oceanside, CA 92054 We are excited to be hosting our ribbon cutting for Creative Photography And Launch Pad October 4th! We are open from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday the 4th, with the celebration will beginning at 5:00 PM, and the ceremony for the ribbon cutting at 5:30 PM. Come early & stay late! We will have select beer from Bagby Brewery and yummy pretzels with beer cheese sauce to pass around during the ceremony for people to enjoy. Make sure to get your raffle tickets when you arrive for prizes that will be drawn for, and given out after the ceremony by Stephanie. We can’t wait to celebrate our opening in Oceanside with you! More details and registration. Oceanside Senior Expo Next Thursday!  Thursday, October 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Civic Center Plaza  300 N. Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054  This popular event will feature over 60 health-related businesses, non-profits and senior organizations.  In addition, exhibitors have an opportunity to offer variety of free health-related screenings and demonstrations for the public. The event is free to the public. Booth space is available for businesses interested in promoting their products or services. More details.  Exclusive 4 U Boutique Grand Opening Celebration Friday, October 11, 2019 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM PST Exclusive 4 U Boutique 3529 Cannon Rd., Ste 2-H Oceanside, CA 92056 Come join us on Friday, October 11th at 5:00 PM for the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of Exclusive 4 U Boutique. This is a family-friendly event featuring music, raffles, and a pumpkin giveaway. Exclusive 4 U Boutique is a family owned store serving the local community by providing affordable clothing for all including accessories, jewelry, hand bags and much more. Check out all the latest styles from misses to mens as well as children and infants. The first 50 attendees will receive a complimentary Exclusive 4 U Boutique shopping bag filled with discounts from local retailers. Customers with a minimum $15 purchase will also receive a complimentary meal from Nancy’s Tacos Catering. More details. October Business Mixer at Frontwave Thursday, October 17, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Frontwave Credit Union 2454 Vista Way Oceanside, CA 92054 Join us for our October Business Mixer at the newly remodeled Frontwave Credit Union branch in the Fire Mountain Center at 2454 Vista Way in Oceanside. Enjoy appetizers, a no-host bar, as well as some great door and raffle prizes. Raffle proceeds will be donated to the Military Spouse Association of Camp Pendleton. If you have a door or raffle prize to donate, please contact Event Coordinator Kristi Hawthorne at or 760-722-1534 ext 104. Cost of admission is $5 for Oceanside Chamber Members (Pre-Paid online) or $10 at the Door. Non-Member price is $20. More details and registration.  Mindful Rejuvenation Grand Opening Thursday, October 17, 2019 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM  Mindful Rejuvenation 717 Pier View Way Oceanside, CA 92054 Come meet the staff at Mindful Rejuvenation on Pier View Way in downtown Oceanside. The behavioral health outpatient clinic combines traditional rehabilitation treatments with holistic, Mindful activities such as Pilates, Art and Music Therapy. The clinic is lead by accredited and licensed medical recovery professionals, who joined together to offer clients a much-needed alternative to other treatments. This celebration includes tours of the facility, a chance to talk with the founders, hors d'oeuvres and a toast during the ribbon cutting. Festivities begin at 11:00 AM, with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 12:00 PM and concludes at 1:00 PM. More details. Small Business Sustainability Workshop Wednesday, October 23, 2019 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy. Oceanside, CA 92054 Welcome to the Green Oceanside Small Businesses Sustainability Workshop! Environmental leaders from the City of Oceanside will be providing information and tools on how to support our local businesses and their efforts for sustainability. Workshop topics will cover the following: Water Use Efficiency Clean Water Energy Conservation and Climate Action Organics Management (Food donation, and recycling) Green Oceanside Business Network This workshop's feature speakers are Colleen Foster, Environmental Officer, and  Sarah Davis, Senior Environmental Specialist. Food is sponsored by Enjo USA! More details and registration.  OYPN Downtown Update with MainStreet Oceanside Wednesday, October 23, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Kilowatt Brewing 406 Mission Ave. Oceanside, CA 92054 Come join our Oceanside Young Professionals for a Downtown update with Mainstreet Oceanside on October 23rd from 5pm-7pm at Kilowatt Brewing. Meet like-minded YPs and learn about what’s going on in our downtown district, Mainstreet business programs and how to get involved. This event is free and open to the public. Food and drink will be available for purchase. More details and registration. Oceanside Chamber Quarterly Journal – Digital Version Now Available​​​​​ Read the digital version of the Oceanside Chamber’s Fall 2019 Quarterly Journal. This edition features an update on North River Farm improvements, The Chamber's endorsement of the Better Choice Measure, recycling tips from both Waste Management and Green Oceanside, and spotlights on the Small Business Development Center and Bread of Life. Additionally, the Chamber has introduced new topics to be showcased in every upcoming Quarterly Journal including Education, Future Talents and a "Why I Love Oceanside" segment. As always, you’ll also find information on upcoming networking events, new and renewing members and Oceanside Economic Development News. Digital version.  Innovate78 Survey: Your Input Requested As a valued member of the Oceanside business community, I am hoping your opinions can be included in Innovate78’s anonymous survey to evaluate what services and support are of most value to businesses like yours. The survey is only 10 questions long, and it should not take more than 5 minutes of your time to complete. It is being administered through a private, third-party consultant. Unique data will not be made available to the city or Innovate78; however, overall results will be analyzed and presented as topline findings. Thank you in advance for your input about how Innovate78 can better serve you. Take Survey. Meet the Leaders 2019 Friday, October 4, 2019 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM Rancho Buena Vista Adobe 640 Alta Vista Dr. Vista, CA 92084 This is an opportunity to meet and chat with elected officials. In addition to City Council Members and other VIP's who will be in attendance, our speakers will be Congressman Mike Levin, State Assembly Member Tasha Boerner Horvath, and Senator Patricia Bates. The event will be held at the Rancho Buena Vista Adobe. The event is from 5 to 8:30 p.m. and the flow is as follows: 5:00PM - VIP/Sponsor Cocktail Hour 6:00PM - General Cocktail Hour 7:00PM - Flag Salute, Welcome, Dinner Served, Introductions 7:30PM - Presentations by Levin, Bates and Horvath For information, contact the Vista Chamber of Commerce at or 760-726-1122. More details. Community Leaders Breakfast: Report to the Region Tuesday, October 22, 2019 7:30 AM –9:00 AM Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa 5480 Grand Pacific Drive Carlsbad, California 92008 You're cordially invited to the Community Leaders Breakfast: Report to the Region. Join more than 200 business leaders, elected officials, community members, and MiraCostans at the Community Leaders Breakfast: Report to the Region. The morning will include an hour of networking, an engaging program highlighting the College’s impact on the community and workforce, and a special performance by MiraCosta College students committed to pursuing careers in the arts. Secure your tickets below for the opportunity to make new partnerships and engage with community members. More details.  Where Do North County Employees Work and Live? A Pathbreaking New Report Tuesday, November 5, 2019 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce 5934 Priestly Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008 Where do workers in the Vista business park live? What percentage of workers live and work along SR78 and how many come from Southern Riverside County. What kind of industries are in the Carlsbad Technology Center compared to the industries in the Rancho Del Oro Business Park? Join us for a discussion of a new ground-breaking analysis examining how employment is distributed throughout North County and where these workers live. This innovative analysis conducted by SANDAG will focus on North County employment centers and will reveal how many employees work in particular job centers, how these employees travel to work, the distance they travel, as well as the types of industries that are in different North County employment centers. This is a can’t miss report for talent recruitment and real estate professionals and any other business leader needing to understand how workers get around North County. More details and registration. Summer Internships Offer Growth Opportunities for Local Students  In recent months, the Oceanside Chamber has had the honor of partnering with numerous community organizations in support of the Oceanside Promise’s Latino Young Men Success Initiative Pilot Program. The Initiative was launched in late 2018 in order to rally the community to provide additional supports and opportunities for some of our community’s most vulnerable youth. The program is multifaceted, providing the young men support in developing a multi-year plan for college, career, and life success. They participate in weekly sessions focused on three core questions: Who Am I? Where Am I Going? And How Do I Get There? A key component of the pilot is to surround the young men with mentors and role models who reflect their culture and background and have high expectations for their futures. More details. #DestinationOside The Oceanside Unified School District (OUSD), is committed to providing safe, equitable and inclusive learning environments. Our vision is that all students graduate high school college and career ready, prepared to be responsible global citizens and ambitious future leaders. We accomplish this vision through dedicated and professional staff providing innovative programs, immersive learning experiences, relevant curriculum, and options for students in the pursuit of their educational success. More details. 2019 Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Candidate Academy Have you ever wanted to run for office but don’t know where to start? The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce is currently taking applications for the 2019 Candidate Academy! The Academy will educate, inform and prepare potential candidates on the realities of running for and serving in public office. This nonpartisan seminar series will provide a wealth of training and resources and allow participants to interact with business and civic leaders. Download Application.  Scare Away Hunger Peanut Butter Drive Every day, 1 in 5 kids faces hunger in North County. The North County Food Bank needs your help providing nutritious food to households with children living in poverty in North County. The Food Bank is seeking donations of peanut butter because it is an excellent source of protein for children in need. You can make a difference in the lives of your North County neighbors. Drop off your peanut butter donations at the various businesses locations or at the North County Food Bank throughout the month of October. More details and drop-off addresses. Intro to Marketing Automation and Constant Contact ​​​Wednesday, October 9, 2019 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92011 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.In this workshop you'll learn: What marketing automation is, what it includes, and how it works (for email management and beyond) How marketing automation helps you get out of the email weeds while still building 1: 1 connections with your audience How marketing automation can help you drive leads and increase sales What tools are available to you for little-to-no-cost What to look for (and look out for) when choosing a tool A tour of Constant Contact session (free tool) Join us for this workshop full of tips and tricks to getting started with marketing automation. Plus learn typical pitfalls to avoid, getting you off on the right foot and putting you a step ahead of your competition.  Fully charged laptops are strongly recommended for this training. More details. Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall 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): Wednesday, October 9, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, 19TEN Oceanside ​​​​​RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com. Friday, November 15, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Harney Sushi RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​​​Tuesday, December 10, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond ​​​​​RSVP to Kristi at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, September 25, 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! Bill Edom Photography Mission Auto Care Gracie Barra Oceanside ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Diamond Environmental Services, LLC Oceanside Beach Vacations, Inc O'Harra Fiduciary Services Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Finding Her Future at MiraCosta College   Calling All Veterans to be A Part of Oceanside's Salute by Way of a 2020 Calendar   Bella Mente Fall Festival   2019 Parade of Lights   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 9/25/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Special Workshop for Oceanside Restaurants, Coffeehouses and Breweries 9/27/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Using Data to Drive Business Growth 10/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 10/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 10/3/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 10/4/2019 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Facebook Business Page Makeover 10/9/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at 19TEN 10/10/2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Senior Expo 10/17/2019 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Grand Opening at Mindful Rejuvenation Inc. 10/17/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Mixer at Frontwave Credit Union 10/23/2019 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Small Business Sustainability Workshop Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser New Employee Classification Test Signed Into Law Governor Gavin Newsom yesterday signed legislation placing in law the test for determining when a worker is an independent contract as outlined in a California Supreme Court decision last year. AB 5 (Gonzalez; D-San Diego) codifies the “ABC” test adopted by the California Supreme Court in Dynamex Operations West, Inc. v. Superior Court of Los Angeles. AB 5 and its exemptions go into effect on January 1, 2020. Much of the talk surrounding AB 5 has focused on the impact the “ABC” test will have on gig economy jobs, as the new classification test jeopardizes the flexibility and income opportunities the modern employment model provides for thousands of California workers. However, the legislation will affect more than those in the gig industry—it stands to affect nearly every sector of the economy. More details. Using Data to Drive Business Growth This Friday! Friday, September 27, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 This session will demonstrate to attendees Google’s opportunity to take their large accumulation of data and make it manageable for people - to enable them to interpret it. It will discuss the need to find the interconnections - patterns, themes - and build in context for genuine understanding. The ultimate goal is to provide actionable insight that you can use to prove/disprove a hypothesis via date provided by Google.Sessions are moderated by John Moore of SonicSpider, a local online development and marketing company, and are free for both Chamber members and prospective members to attend. More details and registration. First Tuesday Coffee Tuesday, October 1, 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. More details and registration.  Emerging Issues Forum to Feature Update on OceanKamp Resort Project Thursday, October 03, 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 at the October meeting will be Zephyr Parnters, providining an overview of their proposed OceanKamp Resort Project.  Authentically inspired by California, Kamp is a resort community where locals, visitors and residents alike are immersed in an unrivaled hospitality experience centered on living life to the fullest. Resort amenities include a wave lagoon, shopping & dining, mountain biking, mountain climbing, spa, yoga, fitness & open space.  Come learn how this proposed project will transform a key location in Oceanside into one of the region's top attractions. More details. Facebook Business Page Makeover Workshop Friday, October 4, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Is your Facebook business page optimized to deliver better results?The opportunities to connect with potential clients via Facebook are practically boundless, but if your page is unattractive and out-of-date, then you’re really not going anywhere. In addition to that, there are back-end features on your page that need to be optimized consistently, in order to trigger the algorithm in your favor, and attract those searching for what you have. At this hands-on workshop, Simone will help you update your Facebook business page, so you can get a presence that matches the outstanding service your business provides. This workshop is $27 for members and $47 for non-members. More details and registration.  Meet the Leaders 2019 Friday, October 4, 2019 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM Rancho Buena Vista Adobe 640 Alta Vista Dr. Vista, CA 92084 This is an opportunity to meet and chat with elected officials. In addition to City Council Members and other VIP's who will be in attendance, our speakers will be Congressman Mike Levin, State Assembly Member Tasha Boerner Horvath, and Senator Patricia Bates. The event will be held at the Rancho Buena Vista Adobe. The event is from 5 to 8:30 p.m. and the flow is as follows: 5:00PM - VIP/Sponsor Cocktail Hour 6:00PM - General Cocktail Hour 7:00PM - Flag Salute, Welcome, Dinner Served, Introductions 7:30PM - Presentations by Levin, Bates and Horvath For information, contact the Vista Chamber of Commerce at or 760-726-1122. More details. Small Business Sustainability Workshop Wednesday, October 23, 2019 11:00 AM - 12:00 Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy. Oceanside, CA 92054 Welcome to the Green Oceanside Small Businesses Sustainability Workshop! Environmental leaders from the City of Oceanside will be providing information and tools on how to support our local businesses and their efforts for sustainability. Workshop topics will cover the following: Water Use Efficiency Clean Water Energy Conservation and Climate Action Organics Management (Food donation, and recycling) Green Oceanside Business Network This workshop's feature speakers are Colleen Foster, Environmental Officer, and  Sarah Davis, Senior Environmental Specialist. Food is sponsored by Enjo USA! More details and registration. Tabletop Space Available at the Oceanside Senior Expo! Thursday, October 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Civic Center Plaza  300 N. Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 Booth space at the Oceanside Senior Expo is sold out! If you didn't get the chance to reserve booth space, you can still reserve tabletop spaces! This popular event will feature over 60 health-related businesses, non-profits and senior organizations.  In addition, exhibitors have an opportunity to offer variety of free health-related screenings and demonstrations for the public. The event is free to the public. Booth space is available for businesses interested in promoting their products or services. More details. Sponsorship Info. Register Online.  October Business Mixer at Frontwave Thursday, October 17, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Frontwave Credit Union 2454 Vista Way Oceanside, CA 92054 Join us for our October Business Mixer at the newly remodeled Frontwave Credit Union branch in the Fire Mountain Center at 2454 Vista Way in Oceanside. Enjoy appetizers, a no-host bar, as well as some great door and raffle prizes. Raffle proceeds will be donated to the Military Spouse Association of Camp Pendleton. If you have a door or raffle prize to donate, please contact Event Coordinator Kristi Hawthorne at or 760-722-1534 ext 104. Cost of admission is $5 for Oceanside Chamber Members (Pre-Paid online) or $10 at the Door. Non-Member price is $20. More details and registration.  Oceanside Chamber Quarterly Journal – Digital Version Now Available​​​​​ Read the digital version of the Oceanside Chamber’s Fall 2019 Quarterly Journal. This edition features an update on North River Farm improvements, The Chamber's endorsement of the Better Choice Measure, recycling tips from both Waste Management and Green Oceanside, and spotlights on the Small Business Development Center and Bread of Life. Additionally, the Chamber has introduced new topics to be showcased in every upcoming Quarterly Journal including Education, Future Talents and a "Why I Love Oceanside" segment. As always, you’ll also find information on upcoming networking events, new and renewing members and Oceanside Economic Development News. Digital version. 2019 Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Candidate Academy Have you ever wanted to run for office but don’t know where to start? The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce is currently taking applications for the 2019 Candidate Academy! The Academy will educate, inform and prepare potential candidates on the realities of running for and serving in public office. This nonpartisan seminar series will provide a wealth of training and resources and allow participants to interact with business and civic leaders. Download Application.  Scare Away Hunger Peanut Butter Drive Every day, 1 in 5 kids faces hunger in North County. The North County Food Bank needs your help providing nutritious food to households with children living in poverty in North County. The Food Bank is seeking donations of peanut butter because it is an excellent source of protein for children in need. You can make a difference in the lives of your North County neighbors. Drop off your peanut butter donations at the various businesses locations or at the North County Food Bank throughout the month of October. More details and drop-off addresses. What’s All The Buzz About Accessory Dwelling Units? Wednesday, September 25, 2019 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM Escondido Center for Arts 340 N. Escondido Blvd. Escondido, CA 92025 The North San Diego County Association of REALTORS®, Housing Opportunity Committee (HOC), presents a panel of industry experts on Accessory Dwelling Units.  Agents attend this FREE event with your clients and find out if Accessory Dwelling Units are in their future. You will learn how to get started and what to expect regarding the ADU process. This event is open to ALL Agents & Homeowners in San Diego County. Registration, equipped with a taco bar, begins at 4:30 PM, with the presentation beginning at 5:30 PM. Registration is required. More details and registration. Startup78 Quarterly Meetup - Sports and Active Lifestyles Wednesday, October 2, 2019 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM TaylorMade - The Kingdom 5545 Fermi Ct Carlsbad, CA 92008 From idea to prototyping to pitch, meet the players who turn ideas into reality. Join our community of startups, venture capitalists, accelerators, local industry and cities that are part of developing the startup ecosystem in North County. This quarter the focus is on Sports and Active Lifestyles. We will have table top displays and a panel discussion from local startups who are changing the action sports industry. Come test the unique products being designed in our backyard. More details and registration.  Is Your Business Ready for Advanced Energy Management Strategies? Has it been awhile since you implemented energy retrofits in your facility? Do you want to take your energy program to the next level? Attend SDG&E’s Energy Innovation Center’s workshop, “Advanced Energy Management Strategies.” This no-cost workshop will cover new strategies you can implement in your facility for immediate cost savings. Today’s business, facility and energy managers are challenged to deliver more savings with less investment in energy efficiency. Learn how to turn this challenge into an opportunity by diving deeper and finding advanced energy solutions beyond the basic lighting and HVAC retrofits. More details. Demystifying Content Marketing ​​​Wednesday, October 2, 2019 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92011 Content Marketing is a powerful tool in today’s business and product promotion landscape.  What is Content Marketing?  How is Content Marketing different from traditional advertising?  How can Content Marketing help my business?  These questions and more will be answered in the Demystifying Content Marketing Workshop.  This workshop will demonstrate how Content Marketing is hugely impactful for any size and type of business.  It will help show you how to drive customer engaging and highly cost-effective Content Marketing campaigns. More details. Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall 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): Wednesday, October 9, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, 19TEN Oceanside ​​​​​RSVP to Tracy at Tracy@OceansideChamber.com. Friday, November 15, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Harney Sushi RSVP to Tracy at Scott@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​​​Tuesday, December 10, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond ​​​​​RSVP to Tracy at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, September 18, 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! Rescare Workforce Services Urthleaf CBD ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Air Methods / Mercy Air Oceanside Craft Farms Tri-City House of Dentistry Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Roadtrip Nation Brings Brings its Career Exploration Journey to MiraCosta College September 26   Oceanside Accepting "Senior of the Year" Nominations   Screening of Stand and Deliver at the Ocanside Public Library   Studio Ace Special Fall Holiday Workshops and Art Classes   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Minuteman Press Oceanside Office Manager Go Be Rewarded Executive Assistant  Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 9/21/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Harbor Days 9/22/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Harbor Days 9/25/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Special Workshop for Oceanside Restaurants, Coffeehouses and Breweries 9/27/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Using Data to Drive Business Growth 10/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 10/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 10/3/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 10/4/2019 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Facebook Business Page Makeover 10/9/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at 19TEN 10/10/2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Senior Expo 10/17/2019 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Grand Opening at Mindful Rejuvenation Inc. 10/17/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Mixer at Frontwave Credit Union Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Guard Your Company Against Employee Ghosting As the unemployment rate in California remains low, a new phenomenon in recruiting and hiring is taking hold. Called “ghosting,” this term is most common in the dating world, but in the working world, it’s when job seekers abruptly cut off contact with employers and vanish. Ghosting does appear to be a relatively recent phenomena, as 69 percent of workers and employers said in a recent survey that they believe it started within the last two years. But in this short time, 83 percent of employers say they’ve been “ghosted,” and 18 percent of job seekers say they’ve ghosted during the hiring process, according to a recent Indeed survey. More details. Annual Harbor Days Festival This Weekend Saturday, September 21, 2019 - Sunday, September 22, 2019 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Oceanside Harbor (Beach Side) The entire family can enjoy a wide variety of events and attractions during the annual Oceanside Harbor Days. This multi-attraction event is presented by Genentech and Tri-City Medical Center. It is organized by the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce. Harbor Days is Oceanside’s longest running event, and features over 200 arts and craft exhibits, a new and improved tasty food court, costumed pirates and mermaids, and a beer garden sponsored by the Prohibition Brewing Company. Harbor Days is free to the public with complimentary transportation provided by the Chamber, with their unique double-decker buses picking up Harbor Days attendees from shuttles stops in the Harbor and also provides a pick-up/drop-off location at the downtown Oceanside Transit Center at Seagaze and Cleveland Streets. Vendor space is still available! More details.  Using Data to Drive Business Growth Friday, September 27, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM  Oceanside Chamber  928 N Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 This session will demonstrate to attendees Google’s opportunity to take their large accumulation of data and make it manageable for people - to enable them to interpret it. It will discuss the need to find the interconnections - patterns, themes - and build in context for genuine understanding. The ultimate goal is to provide actionable insight that you can use to prove/disprove a hypothesis via date provided by Google.Sessions are moderated by John Moore of SonicSpider, a local online development and marketing company, and are free for both Chamber members and prospective members to attend. More details and registration. First Tuesday Coffee Tuesday, October 1, 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. More details and registration. Facebook Business Page Makeover Workshop Friday, October 4, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Is your Facebook business page optimized to deliver better results?The opportunities to connect with potential clients via Facebook are practically boundless, but if your page is unattractive and out-of-date, then you’re really not going anywhere. In addition to that, there are back-end features on your page that need to be optimized consistently, in order to trigger the algorithm in your favor, and attract those searching for what you have. At this hands-on workshop, Simone will help you update your Facebook business page, so you can get a presence that matches the outstanding service your business provides. This workshop is $27 for members and $47 for non-members. More details and registration.  Orfila Vineyards & Winery Grand Opening Celebration On Saturday, September 7th, Orfila Vineyards & Winery celebrated the grand opening of their new location at 221 N Cleveland St. in Oceanside. The new Oceanside tasting room is located in the heart of downtown just steps from the beach featuring rustic accents, artwork and a large dog-friendly patio. In addition to their award-winning wines, this location offers small plates, charcuterie, artisanal cheeses and delicious daily specials from Executive Chef, Luke Morganstern. More photos. Last Chance to Reserve Booth Space at the Oceanside Senior Expo Thursday, October 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM City of Oceanside - Civic Center Plaza  300 N. Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 This popular event will feature over 60 health-related businesses, non-profits and senior organizations.  In addition, exhibitors have an opportunity to offer variety of free health-related screenings and demonstrations for the public. The event is free to the public. Booth space is available for businesses interested in promoting their products or services. More details. Sponsorship Info. Booth Space Registration Form. Register Online. Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Endorses Better Choice Measure The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce today announced its official endorsement of the Better Choice measure, recognizing the measure’s creation of much-needed housing for San Diego County workers and their families. Overall, 62 percent of the 2,135 homes that are proposed under the measure will be affordably-priced for working families. “The Better Choice Measure will support workers who currently have to commute long distances – often from Temecula and beyond - to reach jobs located in the San Diego region,” said Scott Ashton, Chief Executive Officer of the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce. “There are nearly 130,000 people who work in North San Diego County and we need more affordably-priced homes for them. The Better Choice Measure goes a long way towards addressing our housing shortage while improving our ability to retain and attract talent here.” More details.  2019 Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Candidate Academy Have you ever wanted to run for office but don’t know where to start? The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce is currently taking applications for the 2019 Candidate Academy! The Academy will educate, inform and prepare potential candidates on the realities of running for and serving in public office. This nonpartisan seminar series will provide a wealth of training and resources and allow participants to interact with business and civic leaders. Download Application.  Scare Away Hunger Peanut Butter Drive Every day, 1 in 5 kids faces hunger in North County. The North County Food Bank needs your help providing nutritious food to households with children living in poverty in North County. The Food Bank is seeking donations of peanut butter because it is an excellent source of protein for children in need. You can make a difference in the lives of your North County neighbors. Drop off your peanut butter donations at the various businesses locations or at the North County Food Bank throughout the month of October. More details and drop-off addresses. The Power of a Story - Building Resiliency for Veterans Through Community and Conversations Monday, September 23, 2019 5:00 PM - 8:o0 PM USU Ballroom  Cal State University San Marcos 595 Campus View Dr. San Marcos, CA 92069 The Power of a Story brings healing and hope to our military personnel, our Veterans and their family members. This forum will provide opportunities for Veterans to share their stories of trauma and post traumatic growth, providing attendees with insight and understanding for our Veterans. CSUSM students and veterans/service members recieve free admission. For faculty, staff and alumni, the price of admission is $5. General admission cost is $10. More details and registration.  What’s All The Buzz About Accessory Dwelling Units? Wednesday, September 25, 2019 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM Escondido Center for Arts 340 N. Escondido Blvd. Escondido, CA 92025 The North San Diego County Association of REALTORS®, Housing Opportunity Committee (HOC), presents a panel of industry experts on Accessory Dwelling Units.  Agents attend this FREE event with your clients and find out if Accessory Dwelling Units are in their future. You will learn how to get started and what to expect regarding the ADU process. This event is open to ALL Agents & Homeowners in San Diego County. Registration, equipped with a taco bar, begins at 4:30 PM, with the presentation beginning at 5:30 PM. Registration is required. More details and registration. Startup78 Quarterly Meetup - Sports and Active Lifestyles Wednesday, October 2, 2019 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM TaylorMade - The Kingdom 5545 Fermi Ct Carlsbad, CA 92008 From idea to prototyping to pitch, meet the players who turn ideas into reality. Join our community of startups, venture capitalists, accelerators, local industry and cities that are part of developing the startup ecosystem in North County. This quarter the focus is on Sports and Active Lifestyles. We will have table top displays and a panel discussion from local startups who are changing the action sports industry. Come test the unique products being designed in our backyard. More details and registration.  New Ventana Community Opens in Oceanside's El Corazon Lennar will Grand Open a brand-new community of upscale townhomes in North County on Saturday, September 28. Ventana is the only new for-sale residential in Oceanside’s El Corazon masterplan. This Everything’s Included® community is now selling but invites home shoppers to attend the event for the first opportunity to tour the model homes from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., along with complimentary food from the Super Q BBQ food truck and kids’ activities from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The homes range from approximately 1,659 to 2,311 square feet with three to four bedrooms and two and one-half to three and one-half bathrooms. Priced from the mid $500s, homebuyers who act quickly will enjoy HOA fees paid for the first year. More details. How the California Consumer Privacy Act Could Impact Your Business The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is a sweeping privacy law that applies to companies doing business in California of all sizes across every industry. The law gives consumers the right to know what information a business has collected about them, and the rights to access, delete, and opt out of the sale of that data. It also states that a business cannot treat a consumer differently if they exercise these rights. These brand new rights are important, but they will be incredibly challenging for businesses to implement. The CCPA is over 33 pages long (10,000+ words) and it is very complex. The law had to pass through the legislature in about one week and, as a result, it has some language that would create unintended consequences – some of which would be harmful to consumers. It needs to be fixed. More details.  Emergency Preparedness Planning for Your Business September is National Preparedness Month. During an emergency, every second counts. Thoughtful planning can help keep you and your staff safe in the event of unexpected emergencies like earthquakes, floods, fires, acts of violence or power outages. You can track power outages on SDG&E’s Outage Center or view the outage map at. More details. ​​​​IRS, Treasury Issue Guidance on Making or Breaking the Bonus Depreciation Election The Internal Revenue Service today issued a Revenue Procedure allowing a taxpayer to make a late election, or to revoke an election, under section 168(k) for certain property acquired by the taxpayer after September 27, 2017, and placed in service by the taxpayer during its taxable year that includes September 28, 2017. More details. Demystifying Content Marketing ​​​Wednesday, October 2, 2019 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92011 Content Marketing is a powerful tool in today’s business and product promotion landscape.  What is Content Marketing?  How is Content Marketing different from traditional advertising?  How can Content Marketing help my business?  These questions and more will be answered in the Demystifying Content Marketing Workshop.  This workshop will demonstrate how Content Marketing is hugely impactful for any size and type of business.  It will help show you how to drive customer engaging and highly cost-effective Content Marketing campaigns. More details. Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall 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): Wednesday, October 9, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, 19TEN Oceanside ​​​​​RSVP to Tracy at Tracy@OceansideChamber.com. Friday, November 15, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Harney Sushi RSVP to Tracy at Scott@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​​​Tuesday, December 10, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Saint Tropez Bistro and Beyond ​​​​​RSVP to Tracy at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, September 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! Medleaf Delivery ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Scholarship Prep Armed Services YMCA Dominos Cream of the Crop Joe's Crab Shack Stater Bros #150 Las Villas de Carlsbad Holiday Inn Oceanside Marina - MCB Campendleton Marina Area Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS MiraCosta College Offering Free High School Degree Education and Testing   Boys and Girls Clubs of Oceanside Honors Supporters at 5th Annual Board Installation Breakfast   NCTD Promotes Rail Safety Month During September   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Minuteman Press Oceanside Office Manager Go Be Rewarded Executive Assistant  Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 9/12/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 9/21/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Harbor Days 9/22/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Harbor Days 9/25/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Special Workshop for Oceanside Restaurants, Coffeehouses and Breweries 9/27/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Using Data to Drive Business Growth 10/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 10/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 10/3/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 10/4/2019 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Facebook Business Page Makeover 10/9/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at 19TEN 10/10/2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Senior Expo 10/17/2019 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Grand Opening at Mindful Rejuvenation Inc. 10/17/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Mixer at Frontwave Credit Union Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Tips on Open Enrollment, Employee Benefits Strategies For most employers, open enrollment season is an uncertain and difficult time, when the challenge of finding the best benefits and health care coverage for their employees seems daunting and expensive. In this episode of The Workplace, CalChamber Executive Vice President and General Counsel Erika Frank is joined by employee benefits expert Vinny Catalano to discuss open enrollment options and developing a communications strategy. More details. Military Affairs Forum Tomorrow! Thursday, September 12, 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 guest speakers this month will be, Josh Loop, Technical Program Manager, Veterans To Energy Careers, Cal State San Marcos and Gail Chatfield, author and member of Veterans Writing Group San Diego County. 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.  Annual Harbor Days Festival - Vendor Space Still Available! Saturday, September 21, 2019 - Sunday, September 22, 2019 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Oceanside Harbor (Beach Side) The entire family can enjoy a wide variety of events and attractions during the annual Oceanside Harbor Days. This multi-attraction event is presented by Genentech and Tri-City Medical Center. It is organized by the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce. Harbor Days is Oceanside’s longest running event, and features over 200 arts and craft exhibits, a new and improved tasty food court, costumed pirates and mermaids, and a beer garden sponsored by the Prohibition Brewing Company. Harbor Days is free to the public with complimentary transportation provided by the Chamber, with their unique double-decker buses picking up Harbor Days attendees from shuttles stops in the Harbor and also provides a pick-up/drop-off location at the downtown Oceanside Transit Center at Seagaze and Cleveland Streets. Vendor space is still available! More details.  Sponsorship Info.  Booth Application.  Facebook Business Page Makeover Friday, October 4, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.  Oceanside, CA 92054 Is your Facebook business page optimized to deliver better results?The opportunities to connect with potential clients via Facebook are practically boundless, but if your page is unattractive and out-of-date, then you’re really not going anywhere. In addition to that, there are back-end features on your page that need to be optimized consistently, in order to trigger the algorithm in your favor, and attract those searching for what you have. At this hands-on workshop, Simone will help you update your Facebook business page, so you can get a presence that matches the outstanding service your business provides. This workshop is $27 for members and $47 for non-members. More details and registration. Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Endorses Better Choice Measure The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce today announced its official endorsement of the Better Choice measure, recognizing the measure’s creation of much-needed housing for San Diego County workers and their families. Overall, 62 percent of the 2,135 homes that are proposed under the measure will be affordably-priced for working families. “The Better Choice Measure will support workers who currently have to commute long distances – often from Temecula and beyond - to reach jobs located in the San Diego region,” said Scott Ashton, Chief Executive Officer of the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce. “There are nearly 130,000 people who work in North San Diego County and we need more affordably-priced homes for them. The Better Choice Measure goes a long way towards addressing our housing shortage while improving our ability to retain and attract talent here.” More details.  Last Chance to Reserve Booth Space at the Oceanside Senior Expo Thursday, October 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM City of Oceanside - Civic Center Plaza  300 N. Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 This popular event will feature over 60 health-related businesses, non-profits and senior organizations.  In addition, exhibitors have an opportunity to offer variety of free health-related screenings and demonstrations for the public. The event is free to the public. Booth space is available for businesses interested in promoting their products or services. More details. Sponsorship Info. Booth Space Registration Form. Register Online. 2019 Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Candidate Academy Have you ever wanted to run for office but don’t know where to start? The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce is currently taking applications for the 2019 Candidate Academy! The Academy will educate, inform and prepare potential candidates on the realities of running for and serving in public office. This nonpartisan seminar series will provide a wealth of training and resources and allow participants to interact with business and civic leaders. Download Application.  Scare Away Hunger Peanut Butter Drive Every day, 1 in 5 kids faces hunger in North County. The North County Food Bank needs your help providing nutritious food to households with children living in poverty in North County. The Food Bank is seeking donations of peanut butter because it is an excellent source of protein for children in need. You can make a difference in the lives of your North County neighbors. Drop off your peanut butter donations at the various businesses locations or at the North County Food Bank throughout the month of October. More details and drop-off addresses. The Power of a Story - Building Resiliency for Veterans Through Community and Conversations Monday, September 23, 2019 5:00 PM - 8:o0 PM USU Ballroom  Cal State University San Marcos 595 Campus View Dr. San Marcos, CA 92069 The Power of a Story brings healing and hope to our military personnel, our Veterans and their family members. This forum will provide opportunities for Veterans to share their stories of trauma and post traumatic growth, providing attendees with insight and understanding for our Veterans. CSUSM students and veterans/service members recieve free admission. For faculty, staff and alumni, the price of admission is $5. General admission cost is $10. More details and registration.  What’s All The Buzz About Accessory Dwelling Units? Wednesday, September 25, 2019 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM Escondido Center for Arts 340 N. Escondido Blvd. Escondido, CA 92025 The North San Diego County Association of REALTORS®, Housing Opportunity Committee (HOC), presents a panel of industry experts on Accessory Dwelling Units.  Agents attend this FREE event with your clients and find out if Accessory Dwelling Units are in their future. You will learn how to get started and what to expect regarding the ADU process. This event is open to ALL Agents & Homeowners in San Diego County. Registration, equipped with a taco bar, begins at 4:30 PM, with the presentation beginning at 5:30 PM. Registration is required. More details and registration. Startup78 Quarterly Meetup - Sports and Active Lifestyles Wednesday, October 2, 2019 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM TaylorMade - The Kingdom 5545 Fermi Ct Carlsbad, CA 92008 From idea to prototyping to pitch, meet the players who turn ideas into reality. Join our community of startups, venture capitalists, accelerators, local industry and cities that are part of developing the startup ecosystem in North County. This quarter the focus is on Sports and Active Lifestyles. We will have table top displays and a panel discussion from local startups who are changing the action sports industry. Come test the unique products being designed in our backyard. More details and registration.  New Lennar Homes Available in North County Discover five new communities by Lennar, the nation’s leading homebuilder, now selling in prime North County locations. Act now during their limited Epic Sales Event to save thousands of dollars on select homesites where you have the flexibility to apply the savings toward closing costs, a 2-1 buydown rate, one year of prepaid HOA fees or Design Studio credit. Offering a beautiful collection of both attached townhomes and single-family detached homes for sale, there is something for Everyone. Plus, with their signature Everything’s Included® program – today’s popular features and upgrades come in each no home at no additional cost. More details. How the California Consumer Privacy Act Could Impact Your Business The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is a sweeping privacy law that applies to companies doing business in California of all sizes across every industry. The law gives consumers the right to know what information a business has collected about them, and the rights to access, delete, and opt out of the sale of that data. It also states that a business cannot treat a consumer differently if they exercise these rights. These brand new rights are important, but they will be incredibly challenging for businesses to implement. The CCPA is over 33 pages long (10,000+ words) and it is very complex. The law had to pass through the legislature in about one week and, as a result, it has some language that would create unintended consequences – some of which would be harmful to consumers. It needs to be fixed. More details.  $50 Cash Back on Smart Thermostats for Your Business Smart thermostats are a great way for your business to save energy and money. They can be adjusted remotely, allowing your business to optimize its system performance, run energy-efficient schedules and have greater control. SDG&E will give you $50 for every qualified Nest or ecobee smart thermostat you buy for your business – up to four thermostats, for a max total of $200. Businesses that are heavy users of energy may qualify for more thermostats. When you register for SDG&E’s AC Saver Program on sdge.com/acsaver, we remotely adjust your thermostat(s) on select days when demand for energy is highest and reduction is needed. When you let SDG&E adjust your thermostat from April 1 – October 31, you’ll get a $20 credit on your December energy bill. More details. ​​​​IRS, Treasury Issue Guidance on Making or Breaking the Bonus Depreciation Election The Internal Revenue Service today issued a Revenue Procedure allowing a taxpayer to make a late election, or to revoke an election, under section 168(k) for certain property acquired by the taxpayer after September 27, 2017, and placed in service by the taxpayer during its taxable year that includes September 28, 2017. More details. Demystifying Content Marketing ​​​Wednesday, October 2, 2019 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92011 Content Marketing is a powerful tool in today’s business and product promotion landscape.  What is Content Marketing?  How is Content Marketing different from traditional advertising?  How can Content Marketing help my business?  These questions and more will be answered in the Demystifying Content Marketing Workshop.  This workshop will demonstrate how Content Marketing is hugely impactful for any size and type of business.  It will help show you how to drive customer engaging and highly cost-effective Content Marketing campaigns. More details. Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall 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): Wednesday, October 9, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, 19TEN Oceanside ​​​​​RSVP to Tracy at Tracy@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, September 4, 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! The Sweet Stop ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS 180 Solar Power Armed Services YMCA Oceanside Promise Russell Cellular Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Fall Sports at MiraCosta College Hit Their Stride During Spirit Week   Mimi's & Bakery Launches New Catering Menu and Online Experience   Region-Wide Transit Fare Changes Went into Effect Sept. 1   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Minuteman Press Oceanside Office Manager Go Be Rewarded Executive Assistant  Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 9/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 9/5/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 9/5/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Rockin' Baja 9/7/2019 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM Orfila Vineyards and Winery Grand Opening 9/10/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Masters Kitchen and Cocktail 9/12/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 9/21/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Harbor Days 9/22/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Harbor Days 9/25/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Special Workshop for Oceanside Restaurants, Coffeehouses and Breweries 9/27/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Using Data to Drive Business Growth 10/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 10/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 10/3/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 10/4/2019 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Facebook Business Page Makeover 10/9/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at 19TEN 10/10/2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Senior Expo 10/17/2019 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Grand Opening at Mindful Rejuvenation Inc. 10/17/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Mixer at Frontwave Credit Union Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Harassment Training Deadline Extended, Clarified (Source: CalChamber) As you may remember, on January 1, 2019, a new California law went into effect that made substantial changes to mandatory sexual harassment prevention training. Under SB 1343, all employers with five or more employees must provide sexual harassment prevention training to all employees — supervisors must receive two hours of training and nonsupervisory employees must receive one hour. Training must take place within six months of hire or promotion and every two years thereafter. More details.  Emerging Issues Forum to Feature Updates from Supervisor Desmond and Chief Deputy District Attorney Dugo Thursday, September 05, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy. Oceanside, CA 92054 At the September Forum, Chief Deputy District Attorney Dominic Dugo will discuss increased state and local efforts to prosecute workers’ compensation fraud, how massive fraud schemes victimize both employers and injured workers in Southern California, and offer suggestions on how to recognize workers’ comp fraud. He will also provide an overview of the San Diego approach to combating abuse which includes the largest premium and provider fraud cases ever prosecuted in the county.  The San Diego County District Attorney’s Office has one of the best programs in the country. Their focus combines innovative Crime Prevention with quality Investigations and Prosecutions of workers’ compensation fraud, which is producing outstanding results for the community. San Diego County Supervisor, Jim Desmond will be in attendance to give an update on key issues that he has been working on in the region. 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.  Orfila Vineyards & Winery Grand Opening Saturday, September 07, 2019 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM  Orfila Vineyards & Winery  221 N Cleveland St.  Oceanside, CA 92054 We are excited to be hosting our ribbon cutting for Orfila Vineyards & Winery’s Oceanside location September 7th! We are open from 12-9 on Saturdays, this celebration will begin at 1PM, and the ceremony for the ribbon cutting will be at 3PM. Come early & stay late! We will have bubbly and food to pass around during the ceremony for people to enjoy, and all of our premium wines will be available for purchase by glasses, tastings or bottles. There will be wine & food specials offered all day. Live music starts at 5PM. Make sure to get your raffle tickets when you arrive for wine-derful prizes that will be drawn for, and given out after the ceremony by our Winemaker Justin Mund. We can’t wait to celebrate our opening in Oceanside with you! More details and registration.  Business After Hours at Masters  Tuesday, September 10, 2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Masters Kitchen Cocktail  208 S. Coast Hwy. 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. This month's venue is a true testament to Oceanside history and architecture. A family enterprise, Ryan’s brother Adam, an architect, worked with him to design the industrial space into the handsome restaurant known today. The two hand-built many custom features and fixtures, such as the “Edison light bulb chandeliers”, the tables, the pendant lights, the hostess table and the servers stations, etc. In design, the brothers made an effort to keep as much of the original  building as possible; keeping the shell of the building, the original infrastructure, floors and textures of brick and reclaimed wood. The design of the interior beautifully melds old with new, while vibrant green plants and fresh skylights brighten up the masculine space. More details and registration.  Military Affairs Forum Thursday, September 12, 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. 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.  Annual Harbor Days Festival - Vendor Space Still Available! Saturday, September 21, 2019 - Sunday, September 22, 2019 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Oceanside Harbor (Beach Side) The entire family can enjoy a wide variety of events and attractions during the annual Oceanside Harbor Days. This multi-attraction event is presented by Genentech and Tri-City Medical Center. It is organized by the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce. Harbor Days is Oceanside’s longest running event, and features over 200 arts and craft exhibits, a new and improved tasty food court, costumed pirates and mermaids, and a beer garden sponsored by the Prohibition Brewing Company. Harbor Days is free to the public with complimentary transportation provided by the Chamber, with their unique double-decker buses picking up Harbor Days attendees from shuttles stops in the Harbor and also provides a pick-up/drop-off location at the downtown Oceanside Transit Center at Seagaze and Cleveland Streets. Vendor space is still available! More details. Sponsorship Info. Booth Application. Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Endorses Better Choice Measure The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce today announced its official endorsement of the Better Choice measure, recognizing the measure’s creation of much-needed housing for San Diego County workers and their families. Overall, 62 percent of the 2,135 homes that are proposed under the measure will be affordably-priced for working families. “The Better Choice Measure will support workers who currently have to commute long distances – often from Temecula and beyond - to reach jobs located in the San Diego region,” said Scott Ashton, Chief Executive Officer of the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce. “There are nearly 130,000 people who work in North San Diego County and we need more affordably-priced homes for them. The Better Choice Measure goes a long way towards addressing our housing shortage while improving our ability to retain and attract talent here.” 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 out the latest new and coming business news. More details. The Power of a Story - Building Resiliency for Veterans Through Community and Conversations Monday, September 23, 2019 5:00 PM - 8:o0 PM USU Ballroom  Cal State University San Marcos 595 Campus View Dr. San Marcos, CA 92069 The Power of a Story brings healing and hope to our military personnel, our Veterans and their family members. This forum will provide opportunities for Veterans to share their stories of trauma and post traumatic growth, providing attendees with insight and understanding for our Veterans. CSUSM students and veterans/service members recieve free admission. For faculty, staff and alumni, the price of admission is $5. General admission cost is $10. More details and registration.  Startup78 Quarterly Meetup - Sports and Active Lifestyles Wednesday, October 2, 2019 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM TaylorMade - The Kingdom 5545 Fermi Ct Carlsbad, CA 92008 From idea to prototyping to pitch, meet the players who turn ideas into reality. Join our community of startups, venture capitalists, accelerators, local industry and cities that are part of developing the startup ecosystem in North County. This quarter the focus is on Sports and Active Lifestyles. We will have table top displays and a panel discussion from local startups who are changing the action sports industry. Come test the unique products being designed in our backyard. More details and registration. How the California Consumer Privacy Act Could Impact Your Business The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is a sweeping privacy law that applies to companies doing business in California of all sizes across every industry. The law gives consumers the right to know what information a business has collected about them, and the rights to access, delete, and opt out of the sale of that data. It also states that a business cannot treat a consumer differently if they exercise these rights. These brand new rights are important, but they will be incredibly challenging for businesses to implement. The CCPA is over 33 pages long (10,000+ words) and it is very complex. The law had to pass through the legislature in about one week and, as a result, it has some language that would create unintended consequences – some of which would be harmful to consumers. It needs to be fixed. More details.  Time to Think About Your Holiday Party Looking for a venue for your holiday party? QLN Conference Center has 6 rooms that can accomodate any size event for up to 700 people. "Oceanside Chamber Members" receive 10% discount on all room rentals (varies from $30 - $550 depending on room)! Plan your company holiday party, end-of-the-year employee event, sales training, appreciation party, or company event! Offer good until January 31st, 2020. More details. The Miles of Smiles Kick Off Program at OUSD The Frontwave Credit Union O’side Turkey Trot and the Move Your Feet Before You Eat® Foundation are proud to announce the kick off of their Miles of Smiles program at the OUSD. 8 Schools are participating this year. Students who participate in the Miles of Smiles program receive Certificates of Recognition for the Miles they run and a pair of custom Miles of Smiles shoelaces for every 50 Miles they run in a year. More details.   ​​​​IRS, Treasury Issue Guidance on Making or Breaking the Bonus Depreciation Election The Internal Revenue Service today issued a Revenue Procedure allowing a taxpayer to make a late election, or to revoke an election, under section 168(k) for certain property acquired by the taxpayer after September 27, 2017, and placed in service by the taxpayer during its taxable year that includes September 28, 2017. More details. Demystifying Content Marketing ​​​Wednesday, October 2, 2019 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92011 Content Marketing is a powerful tool in today’s business and product promotion landscape.  What is Content Marketing?  How is Content Marketing different from traditional advertising?  How can Content Marketing help my business?  These questions and more will be answered in the Demystifying Content Marketing Workshop.  This workshop will demonstrate how Content Marketing is hugely impactful for any size and type of business.  It will help show you how to drive customer engaging and highly cost-effective Content Marketing campaigns. More details. Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall 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, September 5, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Rockin' Baja Coastal Cantina ​​​​​RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com. Wednesday, October 9, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, 19TEN Oceanside ​​​​​RSVP to Tracy at Tracy@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, August 28, 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! CalPacific Marketing Group Kiwanis Club of Oceanside Submarina Oceanside West Legacy Brewing Company, Inc Red Mountain Wellness ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Gina Roman Insurance Services Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS MiraCosta College Offers Community Education Enrichment Courses in Hobbies and Skills   Parks and Recreation Fall 2019 Recreation Guide   Scripps Health Launches Region's First Specialty Critical Care Transportation Team for Adult Patients   Boys and Girls Clubs Oceanside Receives Grant from McCarthy Family Foundation for Streaming Ahead Program   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Minuteman Press Oceanside Office Manager Go Be Rewarded Executive Assistant  Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 8/28/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Oceanside Young Professionals Business Over Brews 8/30/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Reach Customers Online with Google 9/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 9/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 9/5/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 9/5/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Rockin' Baja 9/7/2019 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM Orfila Vineyards and Winery Grand Opening 9/10/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Masters Kitchen and Cocktail 9/12/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 9/21/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Harbor Days 9/22/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Harbor Days 9/25/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Special Workshop for Oceanside Restaurants, Coffeehouses and Breweries 9/27/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Using Data to Drive Business Growth 10/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 10/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 10/3/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 10/4/2019 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Facebook Business Page Makeover 10/9/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at 19TEN 10/10/2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Senior Expo 10/17/2019 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Grand Opening at Mindful Rejuvenation Inc. 10/17/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Mixer at Frontwave Credit Union Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Nail Biter (Source: CalChamber) There are three weeks left in the legislative session and one of the most common questions I get multiple times on a daily basis is what is going to happen with AB 5 – Dynamex?  It’s a good question. At this time, AB 5 is the only legislative vehicle still in play regarding Dynamex Operations West, Inc. v. The Superior Court of Los Angeles County, which set forth a new test for determining independent contractor status, and in my opinion, is nowhere close to being in final form.  As previously discussed, AB 5 codifies the ABC test for Wage Orders, but also expands the test to the Labor Code and Unemployment Insurance Code.  AB 5 also sets forth a number of exemptions from the application of the ABC test (doctors, lawyers, accountants, hair stylists, real estate agents, insurance agents, direct sellers, and more). More details. Last Chance to Reserve Your Space in the Oceanside Quarterly Journal! Deadline this Friday Have you considered how an ad in our Quarterly Journal to help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 15,000 copies of the Quarterly Journal, with over 13,000 direct mailed to local business and residents. The publication features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights. For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Lowe at the Oceanside Chamber or call 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit.  Oceanside Young Professionals Business Over Brews Tonight! Wednesday, August 28, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Northern Pine Brewing  326 N Horne St.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Young Professional Network invites you to network after work at Northern Pine Brewing on August 28th from 5pm-7pm. Meet the minds behind crafting some of the finest IPAs and saisons in the San Diego area and come learn about the exciting scene here in Oceanside. Attendees will hear from both Northern Pine Brewery as well as a representative from Brewery Ignitor,  a turn-key brewing facility that offers an opportunity for serious entrepreneurial brewers to start a business without the startup risk of cost, time and logistics.This event is free and open to the public. Food and drink will be available for purchase on-site. More details and registration. Reach Customers Online with Google Friday, August 30, 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 to market your business and connect with customers online.During this session, “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. Sessions are moderated by John Moore of SonicSpider, a local online development and marketing company, and are free for both Chamber members and prospective members to attend. More details and registration.  First Tuesday Coffee Tuesday, September 03, 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. More details and registration. Emerging Issues Forum to Feature Updates from Supervisor Desmond and Chief Deputy District Attorney Dugo Thursday, September 05, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy. Oceanside, CA 92054 At the September Forum, Chief Deputy District Attorney Dominic Dugo will discuss increased state and local efforts to prosecute workers’ compensation fraud, how massive fraud schemes victimize both employers and injured workers in Southern California, and offer suggestions on how to recognize workers’ comp fraud. He will also provide an overview of the San Diego approach to combating abuse which includes the largest premium and provider fraud cases ever prosecuted in the county.  The San Diego County District Attorney’s Office has one of the best programs in the country. Their focus combines innovative Crime Prevention with quality Investigations and Prosecutions of workers’ compensation fraud, which is producing outstanding results for the community. San Diego County Supervisor, Jim Desmond will be in attendance to give an update on key issues that he has been working on in the region. 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.  Orfila Vineyards & Winery Grand Opening Saturday, September 07, 2019 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM  Orfila Vineyards & Winery  221 N Cleveland St.  Oceanside, CA 92054 We are excited to be hosting our ribbon cutting for Orfila Vineyards & Winery’s Oceanside location September 7th! We are open from 12-9 on Saturdays, this celebration will begin at 1PM, and the ceremony for the ribbon cutting will be at 3PM. Come early & stay late! We will have bubbly and food to pass around during the ceremony for people to enjoy, and all of our premium wines will be available for purchase by glasses, tastings or bottles. There will be wine & food specials offered all day. Live music starts at 5PM. Make sure to get your raffle tickets when you arrive for wine-derful prizes that will be drawn for, and given out after the ceremony by our Winemaker Justin Mund. We can’t wait to celebrate our opening in Oceanside with you! More details and registration.  Business After Hours at Masters  Tuesday, September 10, 2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Masters Kitchen Cocktail  208 S. Coast Hwy. 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. This month's venue is a true testament to Oceanside history and architecture. A family enterprise, Ryan’s brother Adam, an architect, worked with him to design the industrial space into the handsome restaurant known today. The two hand-built many custom features and fixtures, such as the “Edison light bulb chandeliers”, the tables, the pendant lights, the hostess table and the servers stations, etc. In design, the brothers made an effort to keep as much of the original  building as possible; keeping the shell of the building, the original infrastructure, floors and textures of brick and reclaimed wood. The design of the interior beautifully melds old with new, while vibrant green plants and fresh skylights brighten up the masculine space. More details and registration. 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 out the latest new and coming business news. More details. The Power of a Story - Building Resiliency for Veterans Through Community and Conversations Monday, September 23, 2019 5:00 PM - 8:o0 PM USU Ballroom  Cal State University San Marcos 595 Campus View Dr. San Marcos, CA 92069 The Power of a Story brings healing and hope to our military personnel, our Veterans and their family members. This forum will provide opportunities for Veterans to share their stories of trauma and post traumatic growth, providing attendees with insight and understanding for our Veterans. CSUSM students and veterans/service members recieve free admission. For faculty, staff and alumni, the price of admission is $5. General admission cost is $10. More details and registration. Fairways 4 Veterans Golf Outing  Monday, September 30, 2019 Shadowridge Golf Club 1980 Gateway Drive Vista, CA 92081 Wounded Warrior Homes, a San Diego County provider of transitional housing & re-integrative services to post-9/11 combat veterans struggling with Traumatic Brain Injury or PTSD, is hosting its annual golf tournament, ‘Fairways 4 Veterans’. Come join us September 30th at Shadowridge Country Club in Vista. It’s a fun event and a great way to honor our military heroes. For more information see our website or call us at 760.205.5050. Tickets are going fast, sign up now! Limited sponsor spots still available. More details and registration.  How the California Consumer Privacy Act Could Impact Your Business The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is a sweeping privacy law that applies to companies doing business in California of all sizes across every industry. The law gives consumers the right to know what information a business has collected about them, and the rights to access, delete, and opt out of the sale of that data. It also states that a business cannot treat a consumer differently if they exercise these rights. These brand new rights are important, but they will be incredibly challenging for businesses to implement. The CCPA is over 33 pages long (10,000+ words) and it is very complex. The law had to pass through the legislature in about one week and, as a result, it has some language that would create unintended consequences – some of which would be harmful to consumers. It needs to be fixed. More details.  Time to Think About Your Holiday Party Looking for a venue for your holiday party? QLN Conference Center has 6 rooms that can accomodate any size event for up to 700 people. "Oceanside Chamber Members" receive 10% discount on all room rentals (varies from $30 - $550 depending on room)! Plan your company holiday party, end-of-the-year employee event, sales training, appreciation party, or company event! Offer good until January 31st, 2020. More details. The Miles of Smiles Kick Off Program at OUSD The Frontwave Credit Union O’side Turkey Trot and the Move Your Feet Before You Eat® Foundation are proud to announce the kick off of their Miles of Smiles program at the OUSD. 8 Schools are participating this year. Students who participate in the Miles of Smiles program receive Certificates of Recognition for the Miles they run and a pair of custom Miles of Smiles shoelaces for every 50 Miles they run in a year. More details.   Discounted Online Sexual Harassment Prevention Training *Mandatory for employers with five or more employees* Effective January 1, 2019, California employers with 5 or more employees (including those located out of state) are required to provide sexual harassment prevention training to all employees before January 1,2020. The minimum count of "5" employees includes seasonal and temporary hires as well as independent contractors. That's 2 hours of sexual harassment prevention training to California supervisors (and to out-of-state supervisors of California employees), and 1 hour of such training to non-supervisory employees in California. Training must take place within 6 months of hire or promotion and every 2 years thereafter. To comply with the January 1, 2020 deadline, all employees must be trained during the 2019 calendar year. More details. ​​​​All Professional Tax Preparers Must Create a Written Data Security Plan to Protect Clients The IRS, state tax agencies and the nation’s tax industry today reminded all “professional tax preparers” that federal law requires them to create a written information security plan to protect their clients’ data. The reminder came as the IRS and its Security Summit partners urged tax professionals to take time this summer to review their data security protections. To help them in this complex area, the Summit created a special “Taxes-Security-Together” Checklist as a starting point. More details. Wildfire Season is Here. Here's How You and Your Employees Can Be Prepared (Source: SDG&E) Safety isn’t just something we should think about at home. Wildfires, earthquakes and flooding all pose serious risks to our community and you never know where you will be when something happens. Though we can’t eliminate the threat of these emergency situations entirely, here are 3 quick actions to help you and your employees be prepared... More details. Demystifying Content Marketing ​​​Wednesday, September 4, 2019 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM North San Diego SBDC 2075 Las Palmas Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92011 Content Marketing is a powerful tool in today’s business and product promotion landscape.  What is Content Marketing?  How is Content Marketing different from traditional advertising?  How can Content Marketing help my business?  These questions and more will be answered in the Demystifying Content Marketing Workshop.  This workshop will demonstrate how Content Marketing is hugely impactful for any size and type of business.  It will help show you how to drive customer engaging and highly cost-effective Content Marketing campaigns. More details. Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall 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, September 5, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Rockin' Baja Coastal Cantina ​​​​​RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com. Wednesday, October 9, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, 19TEN Oceanside ​​​​​RSVP to Tracy at Tracy@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, August 21, 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! Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church Marcoa Publishing ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Heritage Hills Integral Communities Modern Airsoft Scholarship Prep Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Kick of the Miles of Smiles Program at OUSD   Enligh Language Institute at MiraCosta College   Bipartisan Resolution Urges Feds to Act on California's Nuclear Waste   Citizenship Class at the Library   Stop Annoying Phone Calls   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Minuteman Press Oceanside Office Manager Go Be Rewarded Executive Assistant  Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 8/21/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Hunter Steakhouse 8/28/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Oceanside Young Professionals Business Over Brews 8/30/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Reach Customers Online with Google 9/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 9/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 9/5/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 9/5/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Rockin' Baja 9/10/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Masters Kitchen and Cocktail 9/18/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 9/20/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at The Miller's TableOceanside Harbor Days 9/21/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Harbor Days 9/22/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Harbor Days 9/27/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Using Data to Drive Business Growth 9/27/2019 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Mindful Rejuventation Grand Opening 10/1/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 10/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 10/4/2019 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Facebook Business Page Makeover Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser Best Time for Peak Productivity? Monday Mornings. (Source: CalChamber) Happy Monday morning! Right now, your employees are most likely at peak productivity since Monday and Tuesday mornings are the best time for employees to get a lot of work done, according to a new survey from staffing firm Accountemps. More than half of the workers surveyed said their productivity peaks at the beginning of the week: Monday (29 percent) just tops Tuesday (27 percent). After Wednesday (20 percent), worker productivity dips lower on Thursday (13 percent) and Friday (11 percent). More details. Oceanside Quarterly Journal: Reach Thousands of Homes & Businesses! Have you considered how an ad in our Quarterly Journal to help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 15,000 copies of the Quarterly Journal, with over 13,000 direct mailed to local business and residents. The publication features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights. For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Lowe at the Oceanside Chamber or call 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit.  Oceanside Young Professionals Business Over Brews Wednesday, August 28, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Northern Pine Brewing  326 N Horne St.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Young Professional Network invites you to network after work at Northern Pine Brewing on August 28th from 5pm-7pm. Meet the minds behind crafting some of the finest IPAs and saisons in the San Diego area and come learn about the exciting scene here in Oceanside. This event is free and open to the public. Food and drink will be available for purchase on-site. More details and registration. Reach Customers Online with Google Friday, August 30, 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 to market your business and connect with customers online.During this session, “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. Sessions are moderated by John Moore of SonicSpider, a local online development and marketing company, and are free for both Chamber members and prospective members to attend. More details and registration.  First Tuesday Coffee Tuesday, September 03, 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. More details and registration. Emerging Issues Forum Thursday, September 05, 2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM  Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy.Oceanside, CA 92054 At the September Forum, Chief Deputy District Attorney Dominic Dugo will discuss increased state and local efforts to prosecute workers’ compensation fraud, how massive fraud schemes victimize both employers and injured workers in Southern California, and offer suggestions on how to recognize workers’ comp fraud. He will also provide an overview of the San Diego approach to combating abuse which includes the largest premium and provider fraud cases ever prosecuted in the county.  The San Diego County District Attorney’s Office has one of the best programs in the country. Their focus combines innovative Crime Prevention with quality Investigations and Prosecutions of workers’ compensation fraud, which is producing outstanding results for the community. San Diego County Supervisor, Jim Desmond will be in attendance to give an update on key issues that he has been working on in the region. 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. 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 out the latest new and coming business news. More details. 2019 North County Health & Wellness Fair Photo Gallery The North County Health and Wellness Fair was a great success. Because of its popularity, the Chamber sold out of booth space nearly three weeks before the event. With 80 exhibitors it had more to offer attendees than ever before. The North County Health & Wellness Fair is free to the public and a great way to receive free information, meet a new health specialist, take advantage of free screenings and learn more about healthy living.  Our exhibitors gained great exposure to the hundreds of attendees. The event was sponsored by Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Health and Kaiser Permanente. More photos. Magical Evening: Honoring Marva Bledsoe's 40 Years of Service Friday, September 13, 2019 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM The Crossings at Carlsbad Golf Course  5800 The Crossings Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92008 This year’s Magical Evening celebrates the 40 years of service Marva Bledsoe has given to WRC and the impact she has made in our community. In addition, we will welcome Marina Araiza as she begins her journey as WRC’s new CEO. At the event, you will hear the stories and successes of WRC clients first-hand and stand with us as we honor the achievements we’ve celebrated over the 40 years Marva has led us. More details and registration. The Power of a Story - Building Resiliency for Veterans Through Community and Conversations Monday, September 23, 2019 5:00 PM - 8:o0 PM USU Ballroom  Cal State University San Marcos 595 Campus View Dr. San Marcos, CA 92069 The Power of a Story brings healing and hope to our military personnel, our Veterans and their family members. This forum will provide opportunities for Veterans to share their stories of trauma and post traumatic growth, providing attendees with insight and understanding for our Veterans. CSUSM students and veterans/service members recieve free admission. For faculty, staff and alumni, the price of admission is $5. General admission cost is $10. More details and registration. Fairways 4 Veterans Golf Outing  Monday, September 30, 2019 Shadowridge Golf Club 1980 Gateway Drive Vista, CA 92081 Wounded Warrior Homes, a San Diego County provider of transitional housing & re-integrative services to post-9/11 combat veterans struggling with Traumatic Brain Injury or PTSD, is hosting its annual golf tournament, ‘Fairways 4 Veterans’. Come join us September 30th at Shadowridge Country Club in Vista. It’s a fun event and a great way to honor our military heroes. For more information see our website or call us at 760.205.5050. Tickets are going fast, sign up now! Limited sponsor spots still available. More details and registration.  How the California Consumer Privacy Act Could Impact Your Business The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is a sweeping privacy law that applies to companies doing business in California of all sizes across every industry. The law gives consumers the right to know what information a business has collected about them, and the rights to access, delete, and opt out of the sale of that data. It also states that a business cannot treat a consumer differently if they exercise these rights. These brand new rights are important, but they will be incredibly challenging for businesses to implement. The CCPA is over 33 pages long (10,000+ words) and it is very complex. The law had to pass through the legislature in about one week and, as a result, it has some language that would create unintended consequences – some of which would be harmful to consumers. It needs to be fixed. More details.  Cal Competes Tax Credit Application Now Open Are you considering adding any employees or making investment into your business within the next five years? If so, you may want to look into the California Competes Tax Credit to save money on your state income taxes. The next application round opens on July 29 and closes August 19. More details.     The Miles of Smiles Kick Off Program at OUSD The Frontwave Credit Union O’side Turkey Trot and the Move Your Feet Before You Eat® Foundation are proud to announce the kick off of their Miles of Smiles program at the OUSD. 8 Schools are participating this year. Students who participate in the Miles of Smiles program receive Certificates of Recognition for the Miles they run and a pair of custom Miles of Smiles shoelaces for every 50 Miles they run in a year. More details.   Discounted Online Sexual Harassment Prevention Training *Mandatory for employers with five or more employees* Effective January 1, 2019, California employers with 5 or more employees (including those located out of state) are required to provide sexual harassment prevention training to all employees before January 1,2020. The minimum count of "5" employees includes seasonal and temporary hires as well as independent contractors. That's 2 hours of sexual harassment prevention training to California supervisors (and to out-of-state supervisors of California employees), and 1 hour of such training to non-supervisory employees in California. Training must take place within 6 months of hire or promotion and every 2 years thereafter. To comply with the January 1, 2020 deadline, all employees must be trained during the 2019 calendar year. More details. ​​​​IRS, States and Industry Outline 'Security Six' Protections Using a new “Taxes-Security-Together” Checklist, the Internal Revenue Service and the Security Summit partners urged tax professionals to review critical security steps to ensure they are fully protecting their computers and email as well as safeguarding sensitive taxpayer data. The Security Summit partners – the IRS, states and tax industry – urge tax professionals to take time this summer to give their data safeguards a thorough review. To help the tax community, the Summit created a “Taxes-Security-Together” Checklist as a starting point for analyzing office data security. More details. Wildfire Season is Here. Here's How You and Your Employees Can Be Prepared (Source: SDG&E) Safety isn’t just something we should think about at home. Wildfires, earthquakes and flooding all pose serious risks to our community and you never know where you will be when something happens. Though we can’t eliminate the threat of these emergency situations entirely, here are 3 quick actions to help you and your employees be prepared... More details. Doing Business with Canada - Opportunity to be Interviewed ​​​Wednesday, September 11, 2019 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP Da Vinci Conference Center 12790 El Camino Real San Diego, CA 92130 Canada represents California's second largest export market and Southern California's 4th highest source of foreign direct investment. The Small Business Development Center is working with The MAPLE Business Council and the California Community Colleges Chancellors Office to offer a half-day workshop on doing business in Canada. More details. Upcoming Chamber Events Offer Great Opportunities for Business Branding and Exposure  If being a part of some of Oceanside's most popular events sounds interesting to you, then you need to consider participating in one of our upcoming community events... North County Health Fair, Oceanside Harbor Days and the Oceanside Senior Expo. For local businesses, these events offer a great opportunity to reach out to thousands of customers. Chamber members receive substantial discounts on booth space at all of these events. Our sponsorship opportunities provide a way for businesses to take advantage of the strong branding associates with our events. Oceanside Harbor Days Saturday, September 21, 2019 - Sunday, September 22, 2019 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Oceanside Harbor District  1540 Harbor Dr. North  Oceanside, CA 92054 On September 21-22, 2019  the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce along with Tri-City Medical Center and Genentech will present Oceanside Harbor Days at the Oceanside Harbor. The event will feature arts and craft exhibits, great food and fun activities for the entire family. The event is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. both days. More details. Sponsorship Info Booth Application Oceanside Senior Expo  Thursday, October 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM City of Oceanside Civic Center Plaza  300 N. Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 This popular event will feature over 60 health-related businesses, non-profits and senior organizations.  In addition, exhibitors have an opportunity to offer variety of free health-related screenings and demonstrations for the public. The event is free to the public. Booth space is available for businesses interested in promoting their products or services. More details. Sponsorship Info Booth Space Registration Form Register Online For more information, please call the Oceanside Chamber (760) 722-1534.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall 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, September 5, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Rockin' Baja Coastal Cantina ​​​​​RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com. Friday, September 20, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, The Miller's Table ​​​​​RSVP to Kristi Warwick at Kwarwick@OceansideChamber.com. Wednesday, October 9, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, 19TEN Oceanside ​​​​​RSVP to Tracy at Tracy@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, August 14, 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! Fitness Machine Technicians Bath Fitter The Avalon Management Group, LLC ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS American Heart Association Barrel Republic Edward Jones - Vincent Alessi Goat Hill Park Health Right Insurance Hydranautics - A Nitto Group Company Industrial Prosoft Solutions Tri-City Hospital Foundation Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS MiraCosta College Save the Date for San Elijo CampusStudent Center Groundbreaking   Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside Receives Grant from Pacific Western Bank   Matthew Tucker Joins Coalition Executive Committee, Board of Directors   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Minuteman Press Oceanside Office Manager Go Be Rewarded Executive Assistant  Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 8/15/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Mixer at Prince of Peace Abbey 8/16/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Members and Mimosas 8/21/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Hunter Steakhouse 8/28/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Oceanside Young Professionals Business Over Brews 8/30/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Reach Customers Online with Google 9/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 9/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 9/5/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 9/5/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Rockin' Baja 9/10/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Masters Kitchen and Cocktail 9/18/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 9/20/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at The Miller's TableOceanside Harbor Days 9/21/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Harbor Days 9/22/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Harbor Days 9/27/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Using Data to Drive Business Growth 9/27/2019 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Mindful Rejuventation Grand Opening   Full calendar ​​

Open this email in your web browser   Workers Want Money, Money, Money (Source: CalChamber) Forty-three percent of workers plan to look for a new job in the next 12 months, according to a recent Robert Half survey. This may explain why 81 percent of employers are concerned about keeping their valued employees, including 33 percent of employers who are very concerned. The top four strategies companies are using to retain workers are: Increasing communication with employees (e.g. town hall meetings, employee engagement surveys) (46 percent); Improving employee recognition programs (41 percent); Providing professional development (41 percent); and Enhancing compensation and benefits (40 percent). Other lesser-used strategies were mentorship programs, reimbursing ongoing education and helping employees avoid burnout (emotional, physical and mental exhaustion). More details. Oceanside Quarterly Journal: Reach Thousands of Homes & Businesses! Have you considered how an ad in our Quarterly Journal to help expand your business' reach in Oceanside? Each quarter, the Chamber prints 15,000 copies of the Quarterly Journal, with over 13,000 direct mailed to local business and residents. The publication features timely Oceanside news, events, legislation and business spotlights. For more information on advertising opportunities, please contact Emerald Lowe or Kristi Warwick at the Oceanside Chamber or call 760-722-1534. Download Media Kit.  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 out the latest new and coming business news. More details. Make Valuable Business Connections at our August Business Mixer Tomorrow! Thursday, August 15, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Prince of Peace Abbey  650 Benet Hill Rd.  Oceanside, CA 92058 Join us for our August Business Mixer at a very unique location, the Prince of Peace Abbey, 650 Benet Hill Road in Oceanside.  Experience spectacular and panoramic views of Oceanside and discover the beautiful grounds and gardens.  Enjoy food a no-host bar, and a one of a kind tour of the Abbey, as well as some great prizes. If you have a door or raffle prize to donate, please contact Event Coordinator Kristi Hawthorne or 760-722-1534 ext 104. Cost of admission is $5 for Oceanside Chamber Members (Pre-Paid online) or $10 at the Door. Non-Member price is $20. More details and registration.   Members & Mimosas This Friday! Friday, August 16, 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 nearly 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.Whether you’ve been a member for a week, or for twenty years this is a networking opportunity for you. We hope to see you there! More details.  SALT Deduction Cap Round Table with Congressman Mike Levin Tuesday, August 20, 2019 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Oceanside Chamber 928 N. Coast Hwy. Oceanside, CA 92054 Join Congressman Mike Levin for a round table discussion about the impacts of the cap on the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction on our community. Participants will include members of our local Realtor associations, San Diego Taxpayer Advocate Service, and representatives from our local Taxpayer Associations. Viewing space is limited. More details and registration. Oceanside Young Professionals Business Over Brews Wednesday, August 28, 2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Northern Pine Brewing  326 N Horne St.  Oceanside, CA 92054 The Oceanside Young Professional Network invites you to network after work at Northern Pine Brewing on August 28th from 5pm-7pm. Meet the minds behind crafting some of the finest IPAs and saisons in the San Diego area and come learn about the exciting scene here in Oceanside. This event is free and open to the public. Food and drink will be available for purchase on-site. More details and registration. Reach Customers Online with Google Friday, August 30, 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 to market your business and connect with customers online.During this session, “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. Sessions are moderated by John Moore of SonicSpider, a local online development and marketing company, and are free for both Chamber members and prospective members to attend. More details and registration.  2019 North County Health & Wellness Fair Photo Gallery The North County Health and Wellness Fair was a great success. Because of its popularity, the Chamber sold out of booth space nearly three weeks before the event. With 80 exhibitors it had more to offer attendees than ever before. The North County Health & Wellness Fair is free to the public and a great way to receive free information, meet a new health specialist, take advantage of free screenings and learn more about healthy living.  Our exhibitors gained great exposure to the hundreds of attendees. The event was sponsored by Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Health and Kaiser Permanente. More photos. Magical Evening: Honoring Marva Bledsoe's 40 Years of Service Friday, September 13, 2019 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM The Crossings at Carlsbad Golf Course  5800 The Crossings Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92008 This year’s Magical Evening celebrates the 40 years of service Marva Bledsoe has given to WRC and the impact she has made in our community. In addition, we will welcome Marina Araiza as she begins her journey as WRC’s new CEO. At the event, you will hear the stories and successes of WRC clients first-hand and stand with us as we honor the achievements we’ve celebrated over the 40 years Marva has led us. More details and registration. Fairways 4 Veterans Golf Outing  Monday, September 30, 2019 Shadowridge Golf Club 1980 Gateway Drive Vista, CA 92081 Wounded Warrior Homes, a San Diego County provider of transitional housing & re-integrative services to post-9/11 combat veterans struggling with Traumatic Brain Injury or PTSD, is hosting its annual golf tournament, ‘Fairways 4 Veterans’. Come join us September 30th at Shadowridge Country Club in Vista. It’s a fun event and a great way to honor our military heroes. For more information see our website or call us at 760.205.5050. Tickets are going fast, sign up now! Limited sponsor spots still available. More details and registration.  How the California Consumer Privacy Act Could Impact Your Business The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is a sweeping privacy law that applies to companies doing business in California of all sizes across every industry. The law gives consumers the right to know what information a business has collected about them, and the rights to access, delete, and opt out of the sale of that data. It also states that a business cannot treat a consumer differently if they exercise these rights. These brand new rights are important, but they will be incredibly challenging for businesses to implement. The CCPA is over 33 pages long (10,000+ words) and it is very complex. The law had to pass through the legislature in about one week and, as a result, it has some language that would create unintended consequences – some of which would be harmful to consumers. It needs to be fixed. More details.  Cal Competes Tax Credit Application Now Open Are you considering adding any employees or making investment into your business within the next five years? If so, you may want to look into the California Competes Tax Credit to save money on your state income taxes. The next application round opens on July 29 and closes August 19. More details.     Coast Highway Corridor Study: City Council Meeting on August 14th Wednesday, August 14, 2019 6:00 PM  Third Floor, City Hall N. 300 N. Coast Highway Oceanside, CA 92084 We are scheduled to present the Coast Highway Corridor Study Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) to the City Council in the City Council Chambers at 6 p.m. on August 14th. Staff recommendation to the City Council will be for the adoption of Alternative 3, which includes Complete Streets features between Harbor Drive and Morse Street and Incentive District zoning from Seagaze Drive to Morse Street. More details. Discounted Online Sexual Harassment Prevention Training *Mandatory for employers with five or more employees* Effective January 1, 2019, California employers with 5 or more employees (including those located out of state) are required to provide sexual harassment prevention training to all employees before January 1,2020. The minimum count of "5" employees includes seasonal and temporary hires as well as independent contractors. That's 2 hours of sexual harassment prevention training to California supervisors (and to out-of-state supervisors of California employees), and 1 hour of such training to non-supervisory employees in California. Training must take place within 6 months of hire or promotion and every 2 years thereafter. To comply with the January 1, 2020 deadline, all employees must be trained during the 2019 calendar year. More details. ​​​​IRS Launches New Tax Withholding Estimator The Internal Revenue Service today launched the new Tax Withholding Estimator, an expanded, mobile-friendly online tool designed to make it easier for everyone to have the right amount of tax withheld during the year. The Tax Withholding Estimator replaces the Withholding Calculator, which offered workers a convenient online method for checking their withholding. The new Tax Withholding Estimator offers workers, as well as retirees, self-employed individuals and other taxpayers, a more user-friendly step-by-step tool for effectively tailoring the amount of income tax they have withheld from wages and pension payments. More details. When Your Plans Call for More Power, Your Call Counts (Source: SDG&E) When you’re making plans that involve big changes in your energy needs, give us a call at 1-800-336-7343 for your business. Examples include: Rewiring your existing electric meter panel to a larger size. Remodeling your home. Expanding your business. Installing a charging unit for an electric vehicle. Adding a central air-conditioning unit, tankless electric water heater or any other large electric appliance or equipment for which a permit is typically required for installation. This is one of the ways we track local and regional trends in energy use, and plan how to best serve everyone’s energy needs, including yours. More details. Doing Business with Canada - Opportunity to be Interviewed ​​​Wednesday, September 11, 2019 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP Da Vinci Conference Center 12790 El Camino Real San Diego, CA 92130 Canada represents California's second largest export market and Southern California's 4th highest source of foreign direct investment. The Small Business Development Center is working with The MAPLE Business Council and the California Community Colleges Chancellors Office to offer a half-day workshop on doing business in Canada. More details. Upcoming Chamber Events Offer Great Opportunities for Business Branding and Exposure  If being a part of some of Oceanside's most popular events sounds interesting to you, then you need to consider participating in one of our upcoming community events... North County Health Fair, Oceanside Harbor Days and the Oceanside Senior Expo. For local businesses, these events offer a great opportunity to reach out to thousands of customers. Chamber members receive substantial discounts on booth space at all of these events. Our sponsorship opportunities provide a way for businesses to take advantage of the strong branding associates with our events. Oceanside Harbor Days Saturday, September 21, 2019 - Sunday, September 22, 2019 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Oceanside Harbor District  1540 Harbor Dr. North  Oceanside, CA 92054 On September 21-22, 2019  the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce along with Tri-City Medical Center and Genentech will present Oceanside Harbor Days at the Oceanside Harbor. The event will feature arts and craft exhibits, great food and fun activities for the entire family. The event is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. both days. More details. Sponsorship Info Booth Application Oceanside Senior Expo  Thursday, October 10, 2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM City of Oceanside Civic Center Plaza  300 N. Coast Hwy  Oceanside, CA 92054 This popular event will feature over 60 health-related businesses, non-profits and senior organizations.  In addition, exhibitors have an opportunity to offer variety of free health-related screenings and demonstrations for the public. The event is free to the public. Booth space is available for businesses interested in promoting their products or services. More details. Sponsorship Info Booth Space Registration Form Register Online For more information, please call the Oceanside Chamber (760) 722-1534.  Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber MembersSmall 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): Wednesday, August 21, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Hunter Steakhouse ​​​​​RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com. Thursday, September 5, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Rockin' Baja Coastal Cantina ​​​​​RSVP to Emerald at Emerald@OceansideChamber.com. Friday, September 20, 2019 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, The Miller's Table ​​​​​RSVP to Kristi Warwick at Kwarwick@OceansideChamber.com. ​​​​More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com. Forward to a friend

 

 

Wednesday, August 7, 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! iNourish Body Mind Center P3 Leadership Solutions The Come Home Project Solar Care Window Tinting ​​​​​​​​​​Full list FEATURED RETURNING MEMBERS Camp Pendleton Self Storage Edward Jones - Chad Marentette REACH Air Medical Services Solis Team Real Estate - Mike & Jessica Solis The Etouffee Cafe Full list TOP MEMBER NEWS Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside Hosts Supervisor Desmond   North River Farms Invests in Traffic Improvements   Stater Bros Markets Honors "Family" Members for Years of Service MiraCosta College to Award More Than $367,550 in Scholarships   Read more   MEMBER JOB OPENINGS Minuteman Press Oceanside Office Manager Go Be Rewarded Executive Assistant  Brookdale Carlsbad Various Positions Available Days Inn Oceanside Front Desk Clerk Days Inn Oceanside Housekeeping Worldmark Oceanside Harbor Various Positions Available Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort Various Positions Available​​​ ​​​​Full list. CHAMBER CALENDAR 8/8/2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM North County Health and Wellness Fair 8/15/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Mixer at Prince of Peace Abbey 8/16/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Members and Mimosas 8/21/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Platesfor 8 at Hunter Steakhouse 8/30/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Reach Customers Online with Google 9/3/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM First Tuesday Coffee 9/5/2019 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Emerging Issues 9/5/2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Oceanside Young Professional Network (OYPN) Committee Meeting 9/5/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at Rockin' Baja 9/10/2019 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Business After Hours at Masters Kitchen and Cocktail 9/18/2019 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Military Affairs Forum 9/20/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Plates for 8 at The Miller's TableOceanside Harbor Days 9/21/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Harbor Days 9/22/2019 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Oceanside Harbor Days 9/27/2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Using Data to Drive Business Growth 9/27/2019 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Mindful Rejuventation Grand Opening   Full calendar