Member Announcements

Take a closer look at the New Village mural

Take a closer look at the New Village muralHave some extra time? Or already headed to one of Carlsbad’s libraries? Visit the mural “Cultural Arts Okapi” by Adonna Khare upstairs in the Dove Library or “The Whale” mural by Jason Markow in the Cole Library. All of these murals are site-specific, with the overall goal…

Supporting Black-owned businesses is good for our economy

Supporting Black-owned businesses is good for our economyBlack people represent 12.8% of our nation, yet only 2.4% of U.S. businesses have Black owners, according to research by the Alliance for Entrepreneurial Equity (AEE). That disproportion has significant implications.In fact, the AEE estimates that if Black-owned businesses were proportionate to the population, it would mean 738,000…

Modern Human Resources Information System

Modern Human Resources Information SystemFounded in 2005, Apex 365 Workforce Solutions has made a big splash in human resources and within the community. Under the leadership of Founder and CEO, Blanca Rincon, Apex 365 distinguished itself by achievements in business, innovation, culture, and community impact.Apex 365 has tripled its client base, attracting clients from all…

La Marea Senior Living residents renew vows on Valentine’s Day

La Marea Senior Living residents renew vows on Valentine’s DayChamber member La Marea hosted a Vow Renewal Ceremony for their residents on Valentine’s Day. Congratulations to the multiple couples who shared their vows and rejoiced in a reception to honor their love.  

The early history and founding of The Flower Fields

The early history and founding of The Flower FieldsAs you have probably heard by now, 2023 is the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce’s centennial year.  To celebrate our 100-year heritage, I will use this column throughout the year to share the Chamber’s impact.  Most of my research rides on the coattails of our own Chamber website,…

San Diego Business Confidence Index

San Diego Business Confidence IndexThe Business Confidence Index has been developed by the Cal State University San Marcos College of Business Administration and the San Diego Business Journal over the past six years, being adjusted and reexamined semiannually. The index is calculated from specific survey responses to questions focused on overall business operations and opportunities in…

Grow your business with the Business Resource Committee

Grow your business with the Business Resource CommitteeA member benefit at the Carlsbad Chamber is the Business Resource Committee which helps members grow their businesses in a meaningful and authentic way.  BRC meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 – 9 am.The Business Resource Committee is a core committee here at the…

May the Force be with you

Let the Force be with you!Interested in joining our NetForce groups? At the Carlsbad Chamber, we have subgroups to target referrals for every sector of business.I couldn’t help it with the title. My son and husband are force (Star Wars) addicts. I am a force-fiend, but in the Chamber way. So, what is it? NetForce…
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