Carlsbad Chamber News

2024 Businesses to Watch 

2024 Businesses to Watch  As we start to look back on the past year, it’s time to shine a well-deserved spotlight on our incredible members who are making lists and making waves while leading the charge in their industries.  These standout companies are not only driving innovation and growth but are also setting the bar…

Authors of Carlsbad

Authors of Carlsbad October is National Book Month and it is my honor to recognize our own authors of Carlsbad! We have over 17 local authors that have either self-published or landed a publishing deal. And every few months, that number keeps growing. From topics ranging from children’s books, to memoirs, parables, and self-help, we…

US Chamber Economic Viewpoints

Economic Viewpoints(Source / US Chamber, August 2024)Inflation is headed in the right direction. July saw annual inflation at 2.9%, marking the first dip below 3% since 2021. This is, however, still above the Federal Reserve’s target of 2%.Why it matters: Moderating inflation can make business planning more predictable, helping companies be more productive. This will support…

SDUHSD: Fostering academic excellence, opportunity, and belonging

Fostering academic excellence, opportunity, and belongingThe San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD) maintains its status as the top-performing school district in the county and one of the most desired districts in the state with enriching academic offerings, opportunities for interest exploration, and a positive culture of belonging.SDUHSD is dedicated to providing a high-quality education…

Flicks at the Fountain are back!

Flicks at the Fountain are back!Since its inception in 2013, Flicks at the Fountain has been a beacon of summer fun in downtown Carlsbad. With 62 movies screened to date (with five more on tap for this summer), including timeless classics and modern favorites, this outdoor cinema extravaganza has become a cherished tradition for locals…

Why CYP?

Why CYP?I may say this a lot because there are a lot of favorite parts of my job, but the Carlsbad Young Professionals Committee (CYP) is really the top of the list as the #1, most favorite part of my job here at the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce.  Back in 2016 I had been with…

MiraCosta College leads Southern California in UC transfer acceptances

MiraCosta College leads Southern California in UC transfer acceptancesMiraCosta College holds the highest transfer acceptance rate to University of California campuses among community colleges in Southern California, based on recent data from the UC system.According to the data, 84% of MiraCosta College students who applied for transfer were accepted into UC campuses, a figure that…

The importance of Optometry: Ensuring healthy vision for all ages

The importance of Optometry: Ensuring healthy vision for all agesAt Vista Community Clinic (VCC), we are dedicated to community well-being and providing comprehensive healthcare services across North San Diego, Riverside, and Orange counties through our twelve clinic sites. These clinics are pillars of health and wellness, offering a wide array of compassionate care and essential…

Could Carlsbad be a hub for space technologies?

Could Carlsbad be a hub for space technologies?Carlsbad has long been a vibrant center of innovation and technological advancement, with businesses like Viasat, Life Technologies (now a part of Thermo Fisher), Atec, and Ionis Pharmaceuticals leading in their sectors. With a track record of success, could the city now be poised to become a burgeoning…

Chick-fil-A’s new Carlsbad restaurant

Chick-fil-A’s new Carlsbad restaurantRestaurant Brings Approximately 100 Full- and Part-Time Jobs to CommunityA new Chick-fil-A® restaurant began serving the Carlsbad community on Thursday, June 20, 2024. Chick-fil-A, Inc. has selected Tyler Reese as the independent franchised local Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Carlsbad West.Located at 5848 Avenida Encinas, Chick-fil-A Carlsbad West will be open for dine-in, carry-out,…
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