Why does the chamber exist?

A private, voluntary, non-profit-501 (c ) 6 business organization.

The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, as the united voice of business, is dedicated to the success of member businesses, and enhancing the quality of life in the community.

Building a Strong Local Economy

Promoting the Community

Provide Networking & Business Development Opportunities

Representing Business before Government

Political Action

General Membership

Board of Directors

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

John Osborne, Chairman Carmen Rene, Chairman – Elect, Vice Chair Member Services

John Lechleiter, Treasurer Deb Beddoe, Vice Chair Community & Bus. Development

Michael Howes, Vice Chair Public Policy Ahmed Haque, Vice Chair Economic Development

Lou Storrow, Vice Chair of Strategic Planning Carlton Lund, Past Chairman

Ted Owen, President & CEO Toni Padron, Exec. V.P./COO

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Ahmed Haque

Vice Chair

SustainabilityCommittee

PUBLIC POLICY

Michael Howes Vice Chair

GovernmentAffairs Committee

Armed Services Committee

PAC

BUSINESS & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Deb Beddoe, Vice Chair

Business Resource Committee (BRC)

Education Committee

Technology Committee

MEMBER SERVICES

Carmen Rene

Vice Chair

Ambassador Committee

SPECIAL PROJECTS

Toni Padron

Exec V.P./COO

Annual Installation Dinner

OEP Dinner

Business Expo

Village Faire

State of the City

VISION STATEMENT

Energized by a shared vision and passion to transform our future, the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce is a proven collaborative force that brings business and community together.

MISSION STATEMENT

The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce promotes business through member services, economic development, community development, and public policy that balances economic prosperity with the quality of life.

Partners in Education

Foundation

Public School Reps

Chamber Reps

CEO

STAFF

AMBASSADOR COMMITTEE• The ambassadors assist prospective members, new members and new employees of existing members to swiftly acclimate

themselves to the networking, training workshops and other benefits the chamber has to offer such as Grand Openings, Ribbon Cuttings, Sundowners, and much more.

• Meets at 7:30 a.m. on the second Wednesday of the month.

BUSINESS RESOURCE COMMITTEE (BRC)• Promotes positive business relationships for chamber members by creating opportunities for increased visibility and referrals,

while advocating sound business skills, practices, and values.• Provides opportunities for chamber members to network and grow their businesses through business forums and workshops. • Meets at 7:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of the month.

EDUCATION COMMITTEE• Works to enhance the educational experience by linking academics, business and community to promote real world learning,

support partnerships, and encourage and celebrate educational excellence in our schools. • Meets at 7:30 a.m. on the fourth Wednesday of the month.

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE• Monitors and acts on local, state and federal legislation. Develops relationships with public officials to ensure business input

and representation at all levels of government. • Meets at 7:30 a.m. on the first Wednesday of the month.

2015 COMMITTEE LISTBy joining a committee, you will have the opportunity to build relationships with

other chamber members and make valuable contributions to the business community.

COMMITTEE LIST (continued)

READY CARLSBAD BUSINESS ALLIANCE • The mission of the Ready Carlsbad Business Alliance (RCBA) is to promote business emergency

preparedness, continuity of operations and community recovery through services, educational programs and cooperative partnerships.

• Meets at 7:30 a.m. on the second Friday of the month.

SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE• Sustainability Committee seeks to find and promote the appropriate balance between the

economic, environmental and social aspects of the community to ensure sustainability for current and future generations. Workshops held monthly on green practices.

• Meets at 7:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday of the month.

TECHNOLOGY ADVISORY COMMITTEE• Educates chamber members on the use of technology and how it can benefit their business. This is

accomplished by presenting free workshops on various topics during each committee meeting. Also keeps the chamber on the cutting-edge of technology in order to better serve its members.

• Meets at 7:30 a.m. on the third Tuesday of the month.

5 Core CompetenciesThese are the standards by which chambers are measured and recognized as crucial for the success and

prosperity of a strong business community.

Build a Strong Local EconomyCarlsbad Village Faire – 850+ Businesses – 75,000 confirmed attendeesPathways (2) Job Creation – 20+ BusinessesNetForce (2) Profits – 40+ BusinessesSmall Business SUCCESS Center – 900+ BusinessesRibbon Cuttings –Grand Openings – Anniversaries - 55+ BusinessesAward Winning Publications – Business Guide, Newspaper Certificates of Origin – 175 signed (Import & Export)

Promoting the CommunityAnnual Business Awards Dinner – 400+ attendeesState of the City – 500+ attendeesSmall Business Awards Luncheon – 275+ attendeesCarlsbad Village Faire – 900+ Businesses – 75,000 confirmed attendeesOutstanding Educational Programs – 300+ attendeesRibbon Cuttings –Grand Openings – Anniversaries - 55+ BusinessesReadyCarlsbad - Collaboration with City – all businesses in North CountyAward Winning Publications – Business Guide, NewspaperEco-Field Trip – 35+ Businesses Non-Profit Roundtables – 2 events 60 Businesses 60 Businesses

Core Competencies continuedProvide Networking & Business Development OpportunitiesFirst Friday Breakfasts – 100+ Businesses per eventMonthly Sundowners – 150+ Businesses per eventChamberpl8tes – 20+ events – 160+ Businesses Committee Meetings – 110+ meetings – 300+ participantsCarlsbad Village Faire – 850+ Businesses – 75,000 confirmed attendeesProfessional Development Workshops - 24+ - 600+ BusinessesNorth County Young Professionals – 2 events – 75+ attendeesChamber 101 – 4 events – 200+ attendeesCoffee Connections – 12 events – 300+ businesses

Representing Business before GovernmentCarlsbad Sign - downtownSent letters to City Council for Auto Dealers (sign), California Fruit Wine, Farmer’s Market, NRG, Urban Place Consulting, WestfieldSent Letter - Senate Energy, Utilities & Communications Committee in support of (AB2145)Sent Letter – State Assembly, Senate and Gov. opposing AB 1522Sent Letter – Governor’s Office - Opposition to the Office of Planning and Research SB 743 Draft GuidelinesSent Letter – Congressman Darrell Issa – In support of Re-authorizing Export-Import BankSent Letter - U.S. House Of Representatives urging them to reauthorize Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (TRIA)

Political ActionNo ballot issues or measures