Chamber Event Spotlight: Virtual Mixers While events look a little different during COVID-19, the Santa Maria Valley Chamber continues to offer opportunities for members to get together and network in a virtual format. One of those opportunities is their virtual mixer, held once a month from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. The event is free for Chamber members to attend. While the virtual format is a little different than a traditional Mixer, it still offers opportunities for local business professionals to network, an opportunity for a local business to talk about their products and services, and fun prizes and games. "I like the virtual mixers because there are focused breakout groups where each member of the group gets to introduce themselves, their business and what they do," explained Julie Chudak of Lifelong Nutrition and Fitness. "The mixer format allows you to network with you people you may never connect with otherwise." Though they are virtual for now, Mixers are still well attended by a variety of Chamber Member businesses. "Connecting with people, while many of us are working remotely, has been especially important during this time on both a personal and professional level," explained Allison Borja of Morris & Garritano
Chamber Mixers provide an opportunity for local business professionals to hear from business leaders and network with one another. Insurance Services. "The Chamber keeps the mixers fun and engaging and allowed everyone to participate in both large group and small group settings. If you’re new to networking or a networking pro, I highly recommend joining us at the next SMVCC mixer to reconnect or connect for the first time with other Chamber members and businesses. It’s a lot of fun and who knows, you may win a raffle prize!" The next Chamber Mixer will take place August 20th. Learn more and RSVP by visiting www.santamaria.com/events/.
New Members: June 2020 The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome these new members joining the Chamber. We appreciate their vote of confidence in our ability to add value to their business and to create a strong local economy together. Evolve Retirement Plan Solutions 613 S. Main St., Templeton (805) 369-6020 www.evolveretirement.com
Walpole & CO., LLP 2243 S. Depot Street #101, Santa Maria (805) 569-9864 www.walpolecpa.com
Laurel Wrapz & Signs 2015 Preisker Ln. Unit A, Santa Maria (805) 868-8817 www.Laurelwrapz.com
ZenBusiness (844) 493-6249 www.zenbusiness.com/form-llc/california
Santa Maria Counseling 1505 S. Shepard. Dr. #204, Santa Maria (805) 268-5317 www.smcounseling.com Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce | August 2020
Chamber Board of Directors: 2020-2021 Executive Committee Chairman: Edgar Gascon, Hacienda Realty Chairman-Elect: Danny Deveraux, CalPortland Vice Chairman: Janet Silveria, Community Bank of Santa Maria Vice Chairman: Laurie Tamura, Urban Planning Concepts Past Chairman: Jean-Luc Garon, Radisson Hotel Santa Maria Board Members Mark Allen, Marian Regional Medical Center Ron Cossa, Tolman & Wiker Insurance Sandra Dickerson, Your People Professionals Donna Farrell, Santa Maria Town Center Karen Fothergill, Andre, Morris & Buttry Doug Janzen, The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center Emily Kitts, Naughty Oak Brewing Company David LeRoy, Toyota of Santa Maria Butch Lopez, V Lopez Jr. & Sons General Engineering Contractors David Merlo, Glenn Burdette Tere Paredes, Maya Restaurant Era Polly, Era Polly Real Estate Shannon Seifert, Santa Maria Valley YMCA Michelle Shipman, Searchlight Properties Kevin Walthers, Allan Hancock College Tim Williams, Digital West
The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce is a catalyst for business growth, a convener of leaders and influencers, and a champion for a stronger Santa Maria Valley. Learn more about the Chamber by visiting www.santamaria.com.
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