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Note from the President

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Business, civic and community leaders understand the significant link between an effective education system and economic prosperity. Workers need jobs, and businesses need well-prepared employees. To that end, the Chamber recently hosted a meeting by the Campaign for College Opportunity, an organization whose mission it is to ensure that our state produces one million additional college graduates between now and 2025. Click here to read an article on the meeting. Read more...
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The Race to the Top education reform legislation (SBX 1 5) was remarkably passed out of the State Senate and will be heard in the Assembly in a special session called by the Governor specifically to discuss these measures. The proposals face tough opposition from the Teachers’ Association. The Chamber Board of Directors strongly supports these educational reforms, and we need your help to contact key legislators and advocate for these critically needed changes. Read more...

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Help save energy and make our region more sustainable this holiday season! SDG&E customers can exchange up to three old holiday light strands for an equal number of complimentary color LED light strands and receive a free Home Energy & Water Savings Kit. Click here or visit www.sdge.com/LEDs to learn more.

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You must log into the Member’s Portal and make any updates to your listing by Monday, November 30, 2009 for inclusion in the 2010 Chamber Membership Directory.
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Renewing your health insurance? You could save money with the Chamber Blue Shield Program.

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NEVER stop networking, it’s your lifeline to future business. Check out the Chamber Source to learn about the chamber's impressive lineup of FREE seminars and networking events.

Have a great week!

Bill Holman
Vice President, External Affairs
San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce

New Members Reception - November 18

Meet the Chamber team and network with other new Chamber Members at this reception. New Chamber members are offered a chance to learn more about the Chamber and the benefits of membership.

Fireside Chat with San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders - December 2

An informal discussion and Q&A with the city's chief executive. This intimate setting provides an opportunity to engage Mayor Sanders on local issues important to your business.

Circles of Influence Reception - December 10

The Circles of Influence Reception will be held at the Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Resort & Spa. Don't miss out on this opportunity to mix and mingle at this exclusive event with other Chamber Circles of Influence members. Event is only open to members at the Bronze level or higher.

Business After Five Mixer - December 17

The December Mixer will be held at Crowne Plaza San Diego. Check out this newly renovated Convention Center and the Grand Hanalei Ballroom. Join us this holiday season to mix and mingle with at least 250 Chamber members and cap your year off with great business relationships.

Interested in Hosting a Mixer?

Hosting an event is a prime opportunity to
promote your business to a captive
audience while displaying firsthand the
quality of your product, service and facility.
Click here for more info

The Chamber Academy is dedicated to educate and cultivate the business community throughout the region by providing informational seminars and workshops. Chamber Academy is complimentary for San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce members, thanks to our sponsor Bank of America.

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Unlocking the Secrets: The Art of Giving a Presentation - November 19 Learn how to show-off what you do and share what makes your business, product or service unique.

SIMPLICITY: Blow Out Bureaucracy and Costs - December 18 Learn tips to create or modify your strategic planning process to position your organization for the coming economic upswing. In three and a half hours, you and your staff will learn a new way to plan that is holistic, effective and ensures ongoing attention and focus on your organization's strategic objectives.

Watch Out for Vishing

Vishing is the combination of voice and phishing. Instead of using email, the attacker uses the telephone to trick you into giving up personal information so that they can gain access to your bank account or credit cards.