Member Announcements

Small Businesses are the lifeblood of our economyIn Carlsbad, small businesses are not just commercial entities; they are the lifeblood of our local economy and the cornerstone of our community’s character. Representing more than 90% of the total companies in our city, these enterprises are more than just statistics; they are the dreamers, innovators, and…

Celebrating excellence in local businessThe Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce 2024 CBAD Awards promises to be a spectacular event March 27th at The Westin Carlsbad, celebrating excellence and innovation within the local business community. As the anticipation builds, businesses and entrepreneurs eagerly await the recognition and acknowledgment of their contributions to the vibrant economic landscape of…

Homelessness in North CountyHomelessness is one of the biggest challenges facing San Diego and all of California as we enter 2024.  Tracking the homeless population is not an easy task.   Each year, the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires a “point in time count” (PIT Count) of the homeless population across…

Keeping your immune system strong as you age—TrueCare’s Carlsbad-based primary care provider separates myths from the factsThere is no shortage of online and word-of-mouth health advice with promises of alleviating common ailments that come with getting older. But Jenny Young, a Family Nurse Practitioner at TrueCare Carlsbad Health Center, wants to remind you to check…

President touts power of CSUSM in report to the communityIn July, Cal State San Marcos President Ellen Neufeldt was invited to attend National Summit on Equal Opportunity in Higher Education, hosted by the U.S. Department of Education.The event convened senior officials in the Biden-Harris Administration and education leaders from across the country to discuss innovative…

Army and Navy Academy students launches bookArmy and Navy Academy proudly hosted a book signing event on December 7, 2023 for senior and author, Colton Fildelman, for his book titled “The Teenage Guide to Success: The TICK TOCK Formula for Life, Relationships, and Careers.”Colton’s book provides teenagers with the tools and insights to navigate the…

A Silver Tsunami hits Carlsbad!Have you heard of the Silver Tsunami?  I hadn’t either, until recently. It has become a common expression used to describe the unprecedented increase in the number of older people in the world.  According to AARP, 10,000 people turn 65 every day, and this is just in the United States. By…

Meet our 2024 Chair of the Board —JR Phillips of Phillips + Co takes the helmHappy New Year!  I am delighted to be the 2024 Board Chair and look forward to working closely with staff, the Board of Directors, and our members to make this an incredible year for all.  If we haven’t met, I’m…

Get ready for a year of Main Street funCentral to everything the Carlsbad Village Association (CVA) does is to brand downtown Carlsbad as a premier destination. In doing so, CVA supports the several hundred small businesses in Carlsbad Village. One key way we showcase our downtown businesses is through unique events. CVA’s certified organic farmers…

2023 Volunteers of the Year Tuesday, December 5, 2023, we hosted our Annual CBAD Holiday Volunteer Recognition Reception.  This exclusive member event honors our members, committees and volunteers for 2023. Thank you to all our members! To those that were able to attend, thank you for helping us recognize and celebrate your fellow Chamber members. It…