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October 2012
Vol. 3, Issue 10
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Business of the Month
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Stay updated!
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Member only-benefits
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Offering a special for other members: $99 cleaning, x-ray + exam. Call
Dr. Mark Weiser DDS today to book: 805-899-3600.
Going green can be easier than you think. Mention this newsletter when you call and receive $60 off four cleanings! Call today for more information 805-717-4080.
Get 20% off as a Chamber Member. Local Search Optimization ensures your business ranks high on searches!  Discounted movie tickets for only $6. Buy them at our office. |
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Member Events
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Wednesday, October 3
Talk with a SCORE mentor!
Join SCORE and entrepreneur extraordinaire, Paul Weiss, for a free one-hour seminar that will clear up the mysteries of taking a product from concept to market. 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM at the Chamber office.
Sunday, October 7 Taste of the Central Coast
The Family Care Network is thrilled to bring their signature fundraising event to Santa Barbara! It's a day of indulgence you won't want to miss! 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Purchase your tickets today.
Wednesday, October 10 Dr. Weiser Offers a Free Seminar to Address Solutions for Snoring
Dr. Weiser is offering a free seminar on solutions for snoring and sleep apnea with non-invasive options, including a simple retainer. 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Santa Barbara Library, Faulkner Gallery.
Sunday, October 14
Brunch with the Cops
Don't miss "Brunch with the Cops" at the Four Seasons Biltmore Hotel! This is a do-not-miss event! Call to RSVP today: (805) 963-8961.
Put on by the Santa Barbara Police Foundation.
Sunday, October 14 Taste of Hope
Enjoy the bounty of the Central Coast! Wine tasting, gourmet restaurant offerings, music, silent auction.
A benefit for Peoples' Self-Help Housing
Thursday & Friday October 18 & 19 Internet Marketing Super Conference
Nine marketing industry leaders will take the stage at Office Autopilot's Internet Marketing Super Conference at the Lobero Theatre. Attendees will be given the opportunity to learn how to create successful business and marketing strategies. Tickets for the event are limited and can be reserved by calling (805) 568-1424 x142.
Saturday & Sunday, October 20 & 21
Santa Barbara Symphony - Season Opening with Andre Watts
Call for tickets today (805) 899-2222!
Monday October 22 State of our Schools with Superintendent Dave Cash
Superintendent Dave Cash will provide the most recent information on initiatives and challenges facing our students, parents, educators, and our community. 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Tickets: $25. RSVP today by calling (805) 284-9125.
Mondays
Monday Madness at our downtown location. Blowouts for only $22 every Monday, start the week out with great looking hair. Mention Monday Madness when making your appointment.
Ongoing Are you ready radio?
Santa Barbara County Emergency Broadcasts. Provides the information needed during an emergency.
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Board of Directors
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Chair
Janet Garufis
Vice Chair
Scott Hadley
Treasurer
Joanne Funari
Secretary
Laura McIver
Immediate Past Chair Michael Holliday Steven A. Amerikaner Earl Armstrong Steve Byrd Tom Caesar Renee Grubb Steve Hyslop Paul Jaconette Jonathan Miller Lisa Rivas Cynder Sinclair Nathan Sigler Lifetime Board Members John Davies John Wiemann
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Meet Our New Staff!
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ERICSON AND SINGER JOIN CHAMBER TEAM
Interim President/CEO, Zoe Taylor, announced on Monday,  | Scott Ericson
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October 1 that Scott Ericson has joined the Chamber team as the new Membership Director. Scott has returned to his home town of Santa Barbara after spending a number of years in Texas. He comes to the job with an extensive background in sales. Taylor stated, "We look forward to Scott making those sales connections to increase the membership of the Chamber. It is an exciting time in the Chamber under the leadership of a very dedicated Board of Directors and it is a great time for businesses to invest in the largest business advocacy organization in the region. Please welcome Scott as he is out and about in the community."  | |
Danielle Singer
Public Information Coordinator
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Danielle Singer has joined the Chamber Team as the Public Information Coordinator. A recent graduate of Antioch University, Danielle is a great addition to the Chamber family. Taylor stated, "She has just the right skills and personality to greet our guests, interact with our members, and to help us in communicating Chamber programs and activities. Stephanie Armstrong, who has done a great job during this transition time, is the new Marketing/Events Director and is working on some exciting new opportunities for Chamber members who want to make those all important business connections. The Chamber is appreciative of Paris Psaros and his help in the IT arena as the Chamber makes some necessary technology changes. Melissa Rogers and her team have done a great job in working with staff to ensure all of the Chamber's accounting systems are in order. The Chamber continues to focus on the needs of the membership as identified in the recent membership survey. The Chamber staff is here to serve.
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Business of the Month
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 Be Green Packaging Be Green Packaging designs, manufactures and distributes Cradle to Cradle™certified, tree-free, compostable and recyclable packaging for the food and consumer packaging industries that is safe for people and healthy for the planet. We offer a complete food service line of products perfect for restaurants, food vendors and small businesses. Be Green also specializes in working with consumer products companies to design and implement custom sustainable packaging in virtually any size, shape and color. |
Chamber Business After Hours Networking!
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See some of the great photos from our Business After Hours event September 13th hosted by Montecito Bank & Trust!
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Santa Barbara Police Foundation Presents:
Brunch with the Cops
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Join the Santa Barbara Police Foundation Sunday October 14, 2012! |
Visitor Center
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Santa Barbara Visitor Center Newsletter
The Visitor Center had 20,000 visitors in September!
Every weekend was busy at The Visitor Center in September and all the hotels were filled to the brim. The last weekend of the month brought in scores of LA locals trying to avoid Carmageddon II. The very same weekend, we also had The ArtWalk at The Museum of Natural History, The Annual Sustainable Organic Local Food Festival, The Flamenco Arts Festival, The SB Home & Garden Expo and The Dog Festival at Chase Palm Park. September was also the month for The Bunny Festival, The Avon Breast Walk, the start of Fall Quarter at UCSB, The AVP Volleyball Tournament and a visit by another Navy Ship.
For daily event updates, like our special visitor center Facebook page!
Here are some interesting events for the rest of the year:
* October, Epicure.sb: A Month to Savor Santa Barbara
* October, Fall Plant Sale, Botanic Garden
* Oct 5-7, Avocado Festival, Carpinteria
* Oct 13, Harbor & Seafood Festival
* Oct 13-14, Lemon Festival & Car Show,Girsh Park
* Oct 14, Old-Time Fiddlers Convention & Festival, Stow House
* Oct 26-28, Boo at The Zoo
* Oct 31, Halloween Safe Trick or Treat Downtown
* Nov 11, Veterans Day Parade, State Street
* Nov 30, Downtown Holiday Parade
* Dec 9, SB Motorcycle Toy Run
* Dec 9, Harbor Parade of Lights
For many more events go to: www.sbchamber.org, click on Calendars and then City Events. All ongoing events are listed at the beginning followed by events in date order.
Happy Fall!
Annmarie Rogers
Visitor Center
805-965-3021
Annmarie@sbchamber.org
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