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| October 2012 | |
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Upcoming Events
October 10th - New Teacher Welcome at October Mixer - Infiniti Marin October 19th - Marin Healing Collaborative & Beyond Hunger Ribbon Cutting October 30th - Forecasting the Future Economic Conference Click here for detailed calendar.
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| Message from the Board Chair |
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San Rafael Chamber: Working For You Every Day Businesses often receive benefits from Chamber membership but may not always trace those benefits back to the Chamber. Here are just two examples of the Chamber working for business every day. Reliable wireless connectivity has long eluded the Lucas Valley Road corridor beginning just a short distance from Highway 101. Doing business along that corridor, whether from a home office or in leased retail or office space, was more difficult because of the absence of such reliable communications... more -> |
Richard Kalish |
| Leaders Circle Spotlight |
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Marin IJ Things are evolving at the Marin IJ. The quality local news that Marin residents have come to rely on is now Digital First. As it so happens, the Marin IJ is now under the corporate leadership of Digital First Media who has come in with fresh ideas on bringing the IJ, and other newspapers within Media News Group, into the digital age... more -> |
| Marin Sanitary Service "We were never garbage men, we were scavengers", recalls Joe Garbarino, cofounder of Marin Sanitary Service (MSS). Founded in 1948 by Joe's family and other Italian families that move from San Francisco to Marin County, MSS has grown over the years.... more -> |
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Comcast Comcast offers a suite of Business Class Voice, Internet and TV services for small to mid-sized businesses. Mid-sized businesses can also utilize Comcast Business Class Metro Ethernet services, available in 20 of the nation’s 25 largest markets, including California... more -> |
| Strengthening the Local Economy |
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Forecasting the Future Economic Conference Hosted by the San Rafael Chamber and the Marin Economic Forum Tuesday, October 30, 2012 Embassy Suites, San Rafael The future of your business depends on how well you know the data. Get the facts from industry experts at the Forecasting the Future Conference on Tuesday, October 30 from 7:30-10:00am at Embassy Suites, San Rafael. Dr. Robert Eyler will distribute the Marin Economic Forum Bulletin and report on the economic trends and forecasts for Marin County. A distinguished panel of guests from a variety of trades will report on business developments, including commercial real estate, the impact of tourism and the America’s Cup on the Bay Area Region and others. Click HERE to register for the event. |
| San Rafael Spirit of Marin Award Recipients | |
| Large Business of the Year San Rafael Joe’s, Cynthia Farina and Chez Bornia  |
Small Business of the Year Rayner Landscaping, Eric Rayner  |
| Add Member2Member Discount Plan Into Your Business Strategy for 2012 The San Rafael Chamber Member2Member Discount Savings Program supports our Chamber members' businesses and keeps shopping dollars local. More and more businesses are signing up every day - we have over 65 businesses offering deals right now! Members can sign-up for free. |
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Member2Member Spotlight: Accuchex - 30% off payroll processing fees, one month free web clock plus 20% off monthly fees View All Member2Member Deals |
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| Chamber News |
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Business Showcase - Embassy Suites, San Rafael The San Rafael Business Showcase on September 12th at the Embassy Suites was a successful event and stimulated the local economy by showcasing the services, products and business solution from over 80 diverse local companies. 92% of surveyed exhibitors reported that the event was an excellent or reasonable value for their investment and 100% of the new members participating in the event reported that it was an excellent value. Here’s what a few members are saying about the Business Showcase: "The showcase provided a valuable venue for personalized education of involved citizens" - Marin General "The Business Showcase helped our non-profit meet local leaders, potential volunteers and new supporters. The exposure was terrific" - St. Vincent de Paul Society. Click HERE to view Showcase Video. |
| City and County News |
| City Manager's Blog (Snapshot) more -> Free Electric Vehicle Charging Stations for the Workplace |
| Representing Business to Government |
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Chamber Supports proposal to Expand Wireless Infrastructure Chamber Supports Business License Amnesty Program |
| Promoting and Connecting the Community |
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Halloween Theater An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe - Porchlight Theatre Company presents "An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe," an elegant, gothic Halloween party in honor of Edgar Allan Poe at the historic Falkirk Mansion and Cultural Center... more ->
Hospice By The Bay Hodgepodge Thrift Stores - Find treasures at bargain prices. Your purchases support Hospice By The Bay's compassionate care programs... more -> Justice & Judgement Exhibition Grand Opening October 27 - Come to the Marin History Museum (MHM) on Saturday, October 27th to take an in-depth look at the history of Marin’s fire and police forces, plus local criminals, their crimes and the County’s courts... more -> Office Depot Furniture Promotion - For the month of October only you can save up to 50% off list price on Realspace PRO 5000 and 9500 office chairs by using your Chamber Office Depot Program Account... more -> The Panama Hotel News - Fall is galloping right in once again. With this quick passage of time, the Panama is prepared to present another month of great mid-week music to dine with! ... more -> |
| Chamber Members |
NEW MEMBERS
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OCTOBER MEMBER MILESTONES 48 YEARS Marin Pacific Company, Inc. 25-30 Years YMCA of Marin Marin Center for Independent Living 15-20 Years La Garantia 5-9 Years Mazzoni + Associates TOBIN & Associates Lindskog Family Investments, LP Plath & Company, Inc. Presidio Bank 1-4 Years Smith Ranch Marketing Associates Animal Wellness Center of Marin Opportunity for Independence Speedpro Imaging - Marin James D. Taylor, M.D. Fairview Capital Investment Management, LLC Courtyard by Marriott - Novato Claudia Fromm, M.F.T. San Rafael Airport LLC Best Collateral Inc. Meritas Wealth Management, LLC A. Point. Marketing The Altschuler Center for Weight Loss & Wellness Nothing Bundt Cakes Center for Sports Medicine Panera Bread |
| About Us |
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Emily Maloney Office Manager Joanne Webster Director of Marketing and Community Promotion Leonard Weingarten Business Development Rick Wells President and CEO |
Our Core Values - Strengthening the Local Economy, Promoting and Connecting the Community, Providing Quality Networking Opportunities, Representing Business to Government, Political Action. Get information about how to join the Chamber. |
