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Chamber Leadership Institute Project 'Cleans Up' Myths About Homelessness
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On April 29, the San Rafael Leadership Institute class project provided the opportunity for the business community to connect with homeless job seekers in hopes of creating meaningful employment experiences - all while cleaning up the streets of East San Rafael.
With 1,309 homeless individuals in Marin County, the San Rafael Chamber understands the societal importance of homelessness on the landscape of our community. It is the number one concern of San Rafael residents and a growing concern for business owners in San Rafael.
Chamber Board Chair and Leadership Institute participant Bob Herbst noted, "We can't tolerate bad behavior that negatively impacts our homes and businesses. But, for those individuals who seek help, like the Downtown Streets Team members, our Chamber businesses stand ready to help them find permanent jobs so that they may become housed again."
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Message from President & CEO
Joanne Webster
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 Celebrating Small Business Week
For nearly 25 years, my husband and I owned a small business in downtown San Rafael. It was the business with which we raised our two daughters and through which we learned the rewarding lessons that only serving your community can bring. Now, in honor of Small Business Week, I am writing to reflect on how small businesses are an intricate part of building community, and how the San Rafael Chamber of Commerce is proud to represent over 600 businesses with 26,000 employees.
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Upcoming Events: Expand Your Connections
Wednesday, May 11, 5:00-7:00pm
Thursday, May 12, 6:30-9:00pm
Friday, May 13, 9:00-11:00am
May 17-18
Wednesday, May 18, 9:30am-1:00pm
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 Chamber Announces Supervisor Endorsements
The Chamber Board has endorsed the following candidates whom they feel are most supportive of the concerns and needs of the business community in Marin County: District 2: Katie Rice District 3: Kate Sears District 4: Dominic Grossi Click here to learn more and to find out how you can support these candidates' campaigns.
Chamber Endorses College of Marin Bond Measure BThe Chamber has a strong and long policy of supporting programs and legislation to improve educational services, modernization of educational facilities and programs that create a qualified and capable workforce. The Chamber leadership believes that the bond measure is needed to upgrade the facilities in order to meet the growing demands of 21st century job training in technology, computers and engineering so that our local workforce is properly trained and career ready. Read Chamber letter of supportLearn how to support Measure BChamber Endorses San Rafael Public Library Parcel Tax Measure D This year's ballot measure will continue the financial support the Library needs to deliver high quality services and programs. This support is needed now more than ever as the Library meets the challenges of changing technologies and demographics in our richly diverse community.
Read Chamber letter of support Learn how to support Measure D 
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Small Business Week, May 1-7
The City of San Rafael designated May 1-7 Small Business Week. The Chamber and several small business members were proud to accept a resolution expressing the City's appreciation for the important contributions of small business and small business advocacy to the San Rafael community. |
 Chamber Recognizes May Educator of the Month
Josh Cardenas is IT Director and 'Fab Lab' instructor at The Marin School. Josh and the six other 2015-2016 Excellence in Education honorees will be recognized at the Chamber's monthly mixer at the Smith Rafael Film Center on Wednesday, May 11. Thank you to Redwood Credit Union for sponsoring this event, and to Fusion Academy for donating the evening's food. Read More |
Help the Chamber Collect Important Data to Improve Our Local Economy!
The Chamber is in our third year of conducting Business Retention and Expansion interviews, whose data helps us identify any obstacles or common themes for businesses operating in San Rafael. To participate, please fill out this quick survey. We truly value your help with this important project.
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Business Barometer Q1 Now Available
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Promoting and Connecting our Community
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Team won't wash uniforms to conserve water New book published featuring chapters from Sonoma State University faculty members
Free Seminars Offered by Sutter Health
Solutions for Knee and Hip Pain on June 6, and Solutions for Shoulder Pain on June 15
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Member Milestones April 2016
34 Year Member
Law Office of David Hellman
21-30 Year Members
Drake Terrace
Keegan & Coppin
Law Offices of Woodford G. Rowland
11-20 Year Members
Putney Financial Group-RIA
Wine Merchant of Showplace Square
4-10 Year Members
Gainer Financial & Insurance Services, Inc.
McGuire and Sons Construction
San Rafael Santa Cop
Trope Group
1-3 Year Members
1050 Northgate Property Owner, LLC
Eden Housing
EO Products
Linda M Jackson AICP CTP
Max Muscle Marin
Miller Hauser Law Group
Shamrock Materials, Inc.
Taylor Maid Farms Organic Coffee
Yerba Buena Financial Partners, LLC
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Thank you to 32Ten Studios for hosting our April mixer!
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 May Leaders Circle Spotlight Members: |
Autodesk helps people imagine, design and create a better world. More
Eckhoff and Company (EAC) has been offering consulting, tax, and accounting services in the Bay Area since 1955. More
Construction on the Marin General Hospital campus is well underway and MGH 2.0 (our new hospital replacement project) is beginning to take shape! More |
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Get to know the Chamber's new Office Manager, Kim Lofrano! |
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Business Savings
Member2Member Deal of the Month:
Comcast is offering Chamber members discounts on internet packages and voice services. Please contact Chamber staff member Evan Williams to learn more and sign up: [email protected]
Office Depot Deal:
Click here to save up to 55% on technology, cleaning, breakroom and copy & print services!
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