WEEK OF JULY 17, 2023
“9th Annual” Meet Your Elected Officials Business Mixer
Thursday, July 27, 2023 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Join the San Marcos Chamber on Thursday, July 27 from 4:30pm – 6:30pm for the 9th Annual Meet Your Elected Officials event. This event provides a great opportunity for guests to meet and connect with elected officials, key City of San Marcos staff members, VIPs and business representatives from San Marcos and neighboring cities.
The Meet Your Elected Officials event includes hors d’oeuvres and a no host bar. The event will be held at Union Cowork in beautiful North City.
Visit https://www.northcity.com/visit/ for a parking map. Parking available in PS1 and PS2 The Chamber will validate parking.
Contact Melanie Jamil at 760-744-1270 to learn about the marketing and promotion opportunities gained by sponsoring this event. REGISTER
Upcoming Chamber Events
Coffee Connections
Wednesday July 19 7:30AM-8:30AM
Get Connected!Coffee Connections is held on the third Wednesday morning of every month at 7:30 AM, and is hosted by a member business. It’s not just a cup of coffee, but an opportunity to meet with other business professionals and community leaders, build new partnerships, make new friends, and exchange ideas in a comfortable and intimate environment. Coffee Connections is FREE to all members and $20 for prospective members. REGISTER
Plates for 8 Networking lunch
Wednesday July 26 12:00PM-1:30PM
Make connections and build relationships over a great meal at the Cocina del Charro.
This event provides an opportunity for 8 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each others businesses. A leader from our membership outreach committee facilitates the event in order to provide an in-depth networking opportunity for a small group. This program is open exclusively to San Marcos Chamber Members and the only cost to you is your lunch. RSVP required . REGISTER
Artisanal Empanada Lovers, please join us in welcoming Milonga Empanadas to the San Marcos community!
Owner Matias Bienati brings together his Argentinian heritage and professional experience working in Michelin-star kitchens to Milonga Empanadas.
We invite you to join us for a Ribbon Cutting Celebration for this amazing new business on Tuesday, August 1st at 5:00pm. 251 North City Drive, Suite 128E, San Marcos, CA 92078.
We are thrilled to have them in our community and hope you will join us for the fun! RSVP
Podcast
San Marcos Business & Community Podcast Featuring Maya’s Cookies!
Maya’s Cookies has been delighting customers for the past 7 years. As the Founder & CEO, Maya takes pride in providing fresh-baked, gourmet vegan cookies in a variety of flavors, showcasing her years of perfecting plant-based recipes. Maya’s Cookies has been distinguishing itself in the industry by offering delectable treats that are both vegan and irresistibly delicious. LISTEN HERE!
Community News
Google My Business: Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps
Tuesday July 18 9AM-10AM
Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish. In this session we’ll show you how to: REGISTER
- Create or claim your Google Business Profile
- Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps
- Use your Business Profile to connect with potential customers
Connecting with Contracts
Wednesday July 19 8:30AM-12PM
This event is open to all interested in attending.
The San Diego & Imperial Valley SBDC Network is please to bring government agencies, prime contractors, and resource partners to you in one place!
Participants will learn what is expected of vendors; what are certifications and how they work, where to find the buyers and opportunities, and how to make an impact marketing their goods and services. These events help small businesses get contracts! REGISTER
Payroll Basics
Wednesday July 19 12PM-1PM
If you are responsible or will be responsible for paying your employees this training is for you! Review the basics of Payroll processing with our HR advisor and learn rules and best practices to ensure your business is paying its employees correctly. REGISTER
From June 26 to July 31, donate online or at any Jersey Mike’s store location in San Diego County
Tuesday August 1, 2023 5:30PM-8:00PM
San Marcos Sheriff Station, 182 Santar Place, San Marcos, CA (760) 510-5254
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2023 State of the City Address Video
San Marcos Chamber of Commerce | 251 North City Drive #128, San Marcos, CA 92078
