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Mira Costa’s hidden arts talentOn March 15, 2023, the US Bureau of Economic Analysis and the National Endowment for the Arts reported the $1 Trillion Arts and Culture Industry sector contribution to the US economy in 2021.  Not only was that a 13 percent increase over the previous year, but an amount greater than several…

April salutes creativity as a smART investmentCarlsbad’s creative sector continues to evolve as a key asset to the area’s economic development.  It encompasses the traditional visual and performing arts, as well as culinary, game design and many others where creativity is at the heart of the business. To commemorate this thriving sector, Californians for the…

Winning hearts, changing minds, inspiring actionThe U.S. produces more than 12% of the planet’s trash, though it is home to only 4% of the world’s populationHow do you win over hearts, change minds, and inspire action? In the world of waste, Republic Services is doing just that. And it’s no secret the United States is…

Celebrate Earth Day in Carlsbad VillageNow in its 7th year, the Carlsbad Village Association (CVA) Makers Market blends artisan craftsmanship, live music, and community in the heart of Carlsbad Village. In support of our local artisans and entrepreneurs, we are very excited to introduce the Earth Day Makers Market on Saturday, April 22nd from 9am…

How sustainable is your career?(Source | Carballo Agency, Business Spotlight April 2023)Recently laid-off? Unhappy with your current job? Is your work and life balance out of balance? This one’s for you!For those who are unfamiliar, The Carballo Agency was founded in 2021 by San Diego native, Joe Carballo, and is a self-development company that just…

Don’t miss the CBAD Awards The annual Carlsbad Business Achievement and Distinction (CBAD) Awards is Monday April 24th from 11am – 2pm at the Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa. This luncheon is one of my favorite events that we host because it allows the Chamber to show why Carlsbad is one of the best cities to…

World class healthcare comes to North CountyThis is part III of a series on the impact of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce over its 100 years of service to the Carlsbad community. In the 1950s, the north coastal region of San Diego County was rural and had few services of its own. Local community leaders knew…

CSUSM History Professor wins award for top teaching faculty in stateCal State San Marcos history professor Dr. Alyssa Goldstein Sepinwall has been honored with the most prestigious award that faculty can receive in the California State University system.Sepinwall was announced in January as one of five winners of the Wang Family Excellence Award. Each year,…