By Bev Jorgensen
As your year kicks off, the time’s right to prepare for new challenges by setting objectives. Joining a Chamber committee or volunteering at one of our events is a great way to start the New Year!
So this year resolve to be involved in new ways in your community and the Chamber. Let that resolution branch out in some pretty amazing directions. You may discover a new passion through the process. And that would make us feel incredibly fortunate to have played a part in such growth.
Participation on a Chamber committee, a task force or Netforce group provides our members with the opportunity to work with some of the region’s top business, professional and community leaders and gain valuable leadership, management and teamwork experience while working to develop programs and address issues of importance to North County’s business community.
We encourage you and members of your staff to become involved on one or more of the Chamber committees listed below. Simply call the Chamber at (760) 931-8400 for further information or to volunteer.
COMMITTEES
(MEET MONTHLY)
AMBASSADOR COMMITTEE
The ambassadors assist prospective members, new members and new employees of existing members to swiftly acclimate themselves to the networking, training workshops and other benefits the chamber has to offer such as Grand Openings, Ribbon Cuttings, Sundowners, and much more. Meets at 7:30 a.m. on the second Wednesday of the month.
BUSINESS RESOURCE COMMITTEE
Promotes positive business relationships for chamber members by creating opportunities for increased visibility and referrals, while advocating sound business skills, practices, and values. Provides opportunities for chamber members to network and grow their businesses through business forums and workshops. Meets at 7:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of the month.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Works to enhance the educational experience by linking academics, business and community to promote real world learning, support partnerships, and encourage and celebrate educational excellence in our schools. Meets at 7:30 a.m. on the fourth Wednesday of the month.
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
Monitors and acts on local, state, and federal legislation. Develops relationships with public officials to ensure business input and representation at all levels of government. Meets at 7:30 a.m. on the first Wednesday of the month.
READY CARLSBAD BUSINESS ALLIANCE
The mission of the Ready Carlsbad Business Alliance (RCBA) is to promote business emergency preparedness, continuity of operations and community recovery through services, educational programs and cooperative partnerships. Meets at 7:30 a.m. on the second Friday of the month.
NORTH COUNTY YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
The group is geared towards young professionals ages 21-39 who are interested in professional development and networking. NCYP provides events focusing on business networking and professional development.
SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE
Acknowledging a changing world, the Sustainability Committee seeks to find and promote the appropriate balance between the economic, environmental and social aspects of the community to ensure sustainability for current and future generations. Meets at 7:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday of each month.
TECHNOLOGY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Educates Chamber members on the use of technology and how it can benefit their business. This is accomplished by presenting free workshops on various topics during each committee meeting. Also keeps the chamber on the cutting-edge of technology in order to better serve its members. Meets at 7:30 a.m. on the third Tuesday of the month.