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MONDAY MEMO Leading the Way Next year's Chamber committee chairs New in '07 Laws California employers need to know about A Vibrant Industry San Diego Arts Mean Business Resource Center Great Tool for Newcomers |
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UPCOMING EVENTS 12/12 Fireside Chat With Mayor Jerry Sanders 12/13 Get Connected Breakfast 1/26 Chamber Annual Dinner Interested In Introducing more than 250 Prospects To Your Business? Host a Chamber Mixer or Reception. Click here for details. |
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CHAMBER CONNECTION Got Referrals? The Chamber has New Business Alliance Groups! Office Depot Savings for Your Business |
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FEATURED MEMBERS Cook & Schmid Old pros form new agency Dream Team Adventures Build team excellence through fun activities Feel Serene Using Feng Shui for Success Modern Postcard Start 2007 off with a marketing bang |
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Capping its extensive, five-month search for a successor to Jessie Knight Jr., the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce has named Ruben Barrales its new president and chief executive. The announcement was made Friday following a special meeting of the Board of Directors to approve the selection. Board members unanimously gave their support to the Selection Committee's pick. Barrales joins the Chamber after five years serving as deputy assistant to President George W. Bush, where he is the White House liaison to state and local elected officials. Barrales has extensive background in both government and private industry, with experience as an elected official and as an advocate for business. Prior to joining the President's staff, Barrales was president and CEO of Joint Venture: Silicon Valley Network, a civic organization of Silicon Valley business, government and academic leaders that advocates for public policies favorable to Silicon Valley's technology-driven economy. In 1992, Barrales became the first Latino elected to the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors. He was reelected and became president of the Board of Supervisors in 1996. In 1998, Barrales was the California Republican Party nominee for State Controller. "Between Ruben's understanding of the unique policy issues of high-tech companies and his experience in both regional and federal government, we couldn't have found someone better suited to head this region's chamber," said Chamber Board Chairwoman Nikki Clay. "His leadership will undoubtedly give the San Diego business community an even stronger voice in Sacramento and in Washington." Read the rest of the story. |
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Register Now for Tomorrow's Fireside Chat with Mayor Sanders Join the Chamber for an informal discussion and live Q & A session with Mayor Jerry Sanders. Limited seating and an intimate setting make this event a great opportunity to engage with the city's chief executive on important local policy issues. A champagne reception follows the discussion. Where: The US Grant - 4th and Broadway Downtown When: Tuesday, Dec. 12 4:30– 6 p.m. Cost: $40/Person; $300/Table of eight Sponsored by: AT&T, CardinalHealth Hospital Association of San Diego and Imperial Counties, Jack in the Box, San Diego Center for Children, Sempra Energy and the U.S. Grant Hotel For more information and registration, click here |
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Members in Action Announcements, awards and more! Chairwoman's Report News from the Chamber Board |
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Your Business Advocate Leveraging its robust membership, collaborations with other organizations and political access, the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce's business advocacy team initiates legislation and lobbies for policies that create a stronger pro-business environment. |