In September, 2019 the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce launched its first Rising Star of the Month program. Throughout the school year, nearly 40 high school seniors from six different high schools were recognized for demonstrating character, integrity, love of learning, involvement in school and community activities and/or the ability to…
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) went into effect January 1, 2020. The law and its regulations will be enforced starting July 1, 2020. Is your company prepared and in compliance? This webinar will provide an overview of the key components of the CCPA and will address processes companies need…
The City of Carlsbad in collaboration with the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce and the Carlsbad Village Association launched the #StaySafeStayOpen campaign in early July. This campaign urges the public to follow the recommended health precautions so businesses don’t have to close again. Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Bret…
On July 21, 2020 the Technology Advisory Committee invited Ram Seshan of Chatstasy to share his best practices to creating a successful internship program. Ram used over 30 interns in the summer of 2019 to launch his new app.
The City of Carlsbad in collaboration with the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce and the Carlsbad Village Association launched the #StaySafeStayOpen campaign in early July. This campaign urges the public to follow the recommended health precautions so businesses don’t have to close again. Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Bret…
The City of Carlsbad in collaboration with the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce and the Carlsbad Village Association launched the #StaySafeStayOpen campaign in early July. This campaign urges the public to follow the recommended health precautions so businesses don’t have to close again. Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Bret…
Cal State San Marcos is offering professional consulting services to local businesses trying to recover from the Covid-19 pandemic. Watch this informative session to see the experience and areas of focus for their consultants.
Jeff Murphy from the City of Carlsbad presented at our July Government Affairs Committee about updating our housing element. We had additional presentations from Visit Carlsbad on bringing tourism back and from MiraCosta College on the plan for the fall.
Sandi Star, from Sandi Star Wellness provides great information addressing inflammation, your immune system and gut health as well as a holistic approach to health.
Does your Instagram Grid Reflect Your Business? Kacy Bluhm and Lisa Callaghan, Co-Founders from The Sweet Kindred, lead a discussion about how to maximize Instagram, the fastest growing social media platform. Come learn some great tips and tricks for your business.
Our Government Affairs Committee hosted two presentations on June 3, 2020. The first was from Caltrans on the construction of a car pool lane on the I-5 Freeway in south Carlsbad. The second was on a new mixed-use development in Carlsbad Village called Carlsbad Station.
On June 9, 2020, our Green Business Committee hosted Mike Grim, Senior Program Manager and Climate Action Plan Administrator for the City of Carlsbad and Timaree Nelson Carlsbad Green Business Program Director who discussed the California Green Business Network.
On May 19, 2020 Reese Harris for Reese Harris of Ree-Source, Inc. shared Tech Trends and Survival Tips During Covid-19.
This virtual panel discussion explores the obstacles and biases that African – Americans experience during their journey towards entrepreneurship. Moderated by Sr. Director of Engineering at Walmart Labs, Claude Jones, this event highlights the struggles that black entrepreneurs face, while seeking to find ways to change this reality. Panelists include…
June 16, 2020, the Technology Advisory Committee hosted Chuck Beretz, from Cloudforia to discuss 8 Actions you can Take Now for the Post COVID-19 Economy.
Want to boost your business exposure, leads, and online or in-store traffic. Join in on this fast paced presentation by Brian Epperson, CEO of Target River and creator of The Great American Buy Local, to learn great tips to implement for your business or non profit.
Friday, June 5, 2020 - Our guest speaker, Dr. Lisa Longworth is an award-winning author who works with individuals and business leaders internationally. Her unique Cocoon to Butterfly® program, has helped thousands through creative metamorphosis since 1986.
Business Resource Committee: The Buyer Seller Dance by Rob Swette. Great tips on Sller resources.
BRC May 5, 2020. Aaron Gobidas, GOBe Rewarded. How do i get visitors to my website? Social Media, Facebook & Google Ads.
Our guest speaker during DAY 3 of our Virtual CBAD Awards Week was Community Resource Center (CRC) CEO John Van Cleef . Last year, Community Resource Center won the #CBADAward in the Community Impact - Nonprofit category. We were excited to hear from this outstanding community leader about how nonprofits…
It was an honor for us to have Dr. Irwin Jacobs, Founding Chairman and CEO Emeritus of Qualcomm interviewed by our Board Member and his grandson Adam Jacobs at our Virtual CBAD Awards Week. Adam is the Owner/Founder of Fortis Fitness and Strength Training & YOGALUX. We are excited to…
Devin Vodicka is the Chief Impact Officer and Chief Academic Officer at Altitude Learning. (Due to technical difficulties, this interview is not available in full.)
Handel's Ice Cream Carlsbad got the most online votes and therefore won the People's Choice Award - 2020 CBADS. Congratulations!
As part of the Virtual CBAD Awards Week, we reached out to people connected to our community to send us positive messages of hope and encouragement. Hear from John Carney, retired Chargers football player and Dave Roberts, Manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers.