Member Announcements

Gem institute is a hub for jewelry industry

June 24, 2016

By Leslie Luna Carlsbad has no shortage of innovative organizations that have emerged as leaders in their respective fields. One such company that has made significant contributions to the understanding of gems and the jewelry industry is GIA – the Gemological Institute of America. Sitting on a hill overlooking the ocean, not far from LEGOLAND…

Creating a cozy outdoor living space

June 24, 2016

Chamber Staff

Not many people can say that their work involves helping people enjoy the summer more. Or that what they do gives families and friends a way to enjoy the outdoors right at home. For Larry Green, this is the inspiration for all he does, and is why after more than 20 years, he’s still passionate…

Don’t Panik! wins 6 Telly Awards

June 16, 2016

Chamber Staff

#tellys #tellyawards

Congratulations to new Chamber member Don’t Panik! for winning 1 Silver and 5 Bronze statuettes in the 37th Annual Telly Awards! The Telly Award is the premier award honoring the finest film and video productions, groundbreaking web commercials, videos and films, and outstanding local, regional, and cable TV commercials and programs. This brings Don’t Panik!’s total count…

Partnership launches student leader academy

June 3, 2016

Chamber Staff

CUSD, student leader academy

Registration is now open for a new leadership development program for Carlsbad students. The free program is a joint collaboration by the City of Carlsbad, The YouSchool, the Servant Leadership Institute, Carlsbad Unified School District and local high school staff. The Carlsbad Student Leader Academy will provide program guides and classes to address issues affecting…

Investors rank Edward Jones a top full-service firm in Hearts & Wallets Survey

June 3, 2016

Chamber Staff

Edward Jones, finance, investing

Investors rank Edward Jones as a top full-service investment firm in providing clarity about fees as well as unbiased and understandable advice and service for investors, according to research firm Hearts & Wallets, said Justin Peek, an Edward Jones Financial Advisor and Carlsbad Business Journal Columnist. The study, which ranked 24 financial firms based on…

Green Dragon Tavern & Museum takes top spot in local cooking competition

May 31, 2016

Chamber Staff

Green Dragon Tavern & Museum

The Green Dragon Tavern & Museum’s Executive Chef Gregory Krol and Sous Chef Benjamin McBrien took home the 2016 “Best of the Fest” Honors at Encinitas’ Foodie Fest earlier this month.The team competed against five other restaurants in a Food Network “Chopped” television show-styled format at the highly attended event.“We were thrilled to be a…

Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad receives high rating for transparency

May 31, 2016

Chamber Staff

Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad’s sound fiscal management practices and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned it a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. This is the fourth consecutive time that Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad has earned this top distinction. Since 2002, using objective, data-driven analysis, Charity…

CCS celebrates 50 years in business

May 24, 2016

Chamber Staff

Creative Communications Services is reaching another milestone this month! Half-century is a word small business owners rarely have a chance to use. Not so at CCS, an agency currently boasting its 50-year anniversary. Since its North County founding in 1966 by journalist Bob Fisher, CCS has been providing writing, public relations and marketing communications services to…

Mad about the fair

May 19, 2016

Chamber Staff

Nothing says summer like the San Diego County Fair! You can expect a mad tea party when the fair debuts Friday, June 3rd at 4:00 p.m. This year’s theme is “Mad About the Fair,” a cross of all things “Alice in Wonderland” with influences from steampunk, cosplay, magic and more! Deep-fried lemonade, deep-fried nachos and deep-fried…

CurbUp! program keeps bulky items out of local landfills

May 12, 2016

Chamber Staff

Goodwill is joining forces with Waste Management of North County and the City of Oceanside to reroute bulky items headed for the landfill to San Diego Goodwill’s Outlet Center as part of a month-long pilot program during May. “The CurbUp! program makes it simple and convenient for Oceanside residents to donate,” said Mike Rowan, CEO. “Each…