Member Announcements
Carlsbad Family Honored
Carlsbad Family Honored by Mayor Blackburn for Saving Rescued Pup at Carlsbad Educational Foundation Annual Gala to Benefit Students(Source – Carlsbad Educational Foundation, June 2024) Carlsbad, California – City of Carlsbad Mayor Keith Blackburn, a well-known advocate for animal welfare, issued a mayoral commendation today to Mr. and Mrs. Dennis and Sara Donnelly and their children,…
CSUSM receives two gifts totaling $20 million, largest in 35-year history
CSUSM receives two gifts totaling $20 million, largest in 35-year historyIn a historic moment, Cal State San Marcos recently announced two philanthropic donations totaling $20 million – the largest gifts in its 35-year history. A grant of $10 million from Price Philanthropies Foundation will create a first-of-itskind, three-year accelerated bachelor’s degree and workforce pipeline for…
Celebrating our longevity members
Celebrating our longevity membersThis month is episode two of strong, community-driven businesses in Carlsbad which have been members for 25 years! These businesses have played a critical role in what and how the Chamber works. It is an honor to highlight these businesses of Carlsbad that have not only been critical in the actions of…
Famly First Speech Therapy 5.31.2024
Congrats on the Grand Opening and Welcome Family First Speech Therapy to Carlsbad!
Cracking the produce sticker code
Cracking the produce sticker code: What produce labels tell us about your vegetables and fruitsWhen you reach for a piece of fruit or vegetable at the grocery store, you may notice a small sticker on the skin with numbers. These vegetable and fruit sticker numbers often have important information. The number is called a PLU…
26th Annual Art in the Village
26th Annual Art in the VillageThere is something truly magical about open air art shows in how they blend creativity, nature, and community. And Art in the Village is among the best in Southern California. Held in beautiful downtown Carlsbad, just two blocks from the beach, Art in the Village brings together over 130 artists…
Capturing local staycationers – A strategy for Carlsbad businesses
Capturing local staycationers – A strategy for Carlsbad businessesCarlsbad seems on track to have a robust summer season, attracting visitors from near and far. But another audience that is sometimes passed over when seeking to increase business are locals seeking a summer staycation. The concept of a staycation — a vacation spent close to home…
A beacon of excellence
A beacon of excellenceCELEBRATING CBADS BUSINESS OF THE YEAR As Chair of the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, I am thrilled to extend my warmest congratulations to Apex 365 Workforce Solutions, the recipient of the prestigious Business of the Year CBAD Award. In a community brimming with talent and innovation, Apex…
Carlsbad’s Sweetest History
Carlsbad’s Sweetest HistoryAs the Marketing and Communications Manager at the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, I am delighted to delve into the rich history of strawberries in our beloved city. For generations, Carlsbad has been synonymous with the luscious, juicy strawberries that flourish in our fertile soil, and our community takes great pride in the art…