Carlsbad Business Journal

Consistently rated as one of the top services that the Chamber offers in member surveys, the Carlsbad Business Journal, “CBJ”, is an award-winning publication, which has earned both nationally recognized Chamber and editorial awards. The CBJ is the go-to monthly source to find out what is happening in the world of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce and the business community – featuring news about what’s going on in the Chamber and celebrating the accomplishments of its members.

Articles feature Chamber members and their employees, and offers an opportunity for members to publish articles to showcase their professional expertise. The printed version of the Carlsbad Business Journal is available at select locations throughout Carlsbad.  You can also access archived issues here. It also offers comprehensive and exclusive opportunities for members to advertise and reach a highly desirable readership base.

Carlsbad Chamber Ballot Positions 2026

Your Vote. Your Community. Your Choice. Local elections have a direct impact on the community where we live, work, and do business. The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Voter Resource Guide is designed to give voters an opportunity to learn more about the candidates seeking local office, including their backgrounds, priorities and perspectives on issues…

Welcome to the Chamber zone

Welcome to the Chamber zoneWith apologies to Rod Serling and the Twilight Zone…“Imagine, if you will, a world where you have the finest restaurants and shopping, as well as a list of amazing businesses in almost every business category in Carlsbad at your fingertips wherever you are!”Imagine no more, my friends, because the Carlsbad Chamber…

A balanced approach to technology in EUSD classrooms

A balanced approach to technology in EUSD classrooms Educational technology and screen time are something that students, staff, and families are talking about everywhere. The challenge is no longer how to incorporate technology into classrooms, but how to use it more thoughtfully. As educators, we strive to ensure students develop the digital skills they need for…

CSUSM celebrates opening of new housing, dining facility

CSUSM celebrates opening of new housing, dining facilityCelebration was in the air at Cal State San Marcos on Aug. 3, as hundreds gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the opening of Black Oak Hall and Kwíila Dining.Black Oak Hall is CSUSM’s fourth housing community, and Kwíila Dining is the university’s second dining facility. Kwíila,…

Halloween in the Village returns October 31

Halloween in the Village returns October 31 Halloween is getting an earlier start in Carlsbad Village this year! On Saturday, October 31, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., families are invited to dress up, grab their candy buckets, and spend the day exploring the Village during Halloween in the Village.With new earlier hours, there is…

The Human Story

The Human StoryOctober is National Book Month, which gives us a chance to celebrate something that feels increasingly important in an AI-powered world: the human story.At a time when artificial intelligence can generate an essay in seconds, brainstorm a dozen book titles before your coffee gets cold and help anyone sound like a polished professional,…

Space to breathe

Space to breatheOn July 6, 2026, the City of Carlsbad broke ground on its 43rd park for our fair city, the Veterans Memorial Park.  Located off Faraday Avenue near Canon Road, Veterans Memorial Park will cover 94 acres in total, with 53 of those acres being dedicated as protected open-space habitat. This will be a…

What makes a great bank for business? 

What makes a great bank for business? Technology matters. Products matter. Competitive pricing matters. But when a business owner is facing an opportunity, a challenge, or an important decision, what they need most is access to people they trust — bankers who understand their business, respond quickly, and are committed to helping them succeed. After spending the…

Cultural arts as a community and economic asset

Cultural arts as a community and economic assetCultural arts are an essential part of what makes a community vibrant, distinctive, and connected. They tell the stories of a place, reflect its history and identity, inspire new ideas, and create opportunities for people to experience their community in meaningful ways. From murals and sculptures to music,…

Jump inside the busy, messy middle

Jump inside the busy, messy middleJustin PeekPeek WealthIt’s the end of summer in this glorious spot on the planet we call Carlsbad. I hope that you’ve been off enjoying our beaches, trails, lagoons, restaurants, and even other countries for a few weeks.Recently, my family and I stopped off at South Ponto to dip our toes…
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