Member Announcements

New CSUSM program opens doors for students with intellectual disabilitiesRebecca Brooks arrived at Cal State San Marcos with 16 years of experience as a special education teacher – and with a dream.Almost since the day she was hired as a professor in the School of Education in 2015, Brooks has aspired to establish a program…

Small business tours start in Carlsbad VillageU.S. Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy states, “There are 33.3 million small businesses across the country, employing more than 61.6 million people, as of 2023; 89% have fewer than 20 employees.” The City of Carlsbad has launched a series of business tours to help understand the needs of businesses…

Encinitas Union School District’s vision, values and learner profileThe Encinitas Union School District (EUSD) proudly serves the communities of Encinitas and south Carlsbad. Encinitas has had a long-standing tradition of providing an exemplary educational experience for students. From a strong and committed Board of Trustees, to the stellar instructional teams and support staff, to the…

What are the symptoms of a heart attack in women?Chest pain is common but so are less obvious signsIt’s a common misconception that heart disease primarily affects men. But heart disease is the number one cause of death among women in the United States.Heart disease kills more women than all forms of cancer combined. However,…

Women take the reinsWith International Women’s Day being March 8, we thought it would be interesting to look at some prominent female leaders that have made an impact in the Carlsbad Chamber over the past 101 years. The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1923, however, the first female President of our organization was…

Celebrating Women of Influence: A Tribute to Women’s History MonthAs March unfolds, the Carlsbad Business Journal takes a moment to honor the impactful contributions of women throughout history, recognizing their influence across various fields. Women’s History Month is not just a calendar designation; it’s a time to reflect on the achievements, resilience, and leadership that women…

Pioneers, innovators, and trailblazers“When I see a woman in the gym, I see a woman who loves herself and a woman who loves herself changes lives around her community”.Sure, Carlsbad is known for stunning beaches and a family-oriented community, but the biggest draw in recent years? The ever growing hot spot for companies to blaze…

Your referrals in real-timeHow does the Chamber refer me? How many people see my directory page? These are great questions for our members! Referring members of the Carlsbad Chamber is one of the many things we do just about all day, every day. And these referrals are done in several different ways. In-person, we get…