Events for October 2018
National City Chamber of Commerce
Oct 4    Live Well San Diego South Region Economic Vitality Group

The Economic Vitality Work Group is reaching out to you regarding a newly formed work group designed to harness the power of collective action.

A thriving community requires a vital economy for all. The Economic Vitality Work Group is made up of community leaders from different sectors. With a shared vision to cultivate opportunities for all people to enjoy the highest quality of life, the Economic Vitality Work Group convenes once a month to discuss community economic needs, set priority areas and goals, review community level data, and conduct improvement projects that would contribute to economic vitality in San Diego South Region.  This work group supports the broader Live Well San Diego effort that brings together different sectors in the community to build a region that is Healthy, Safe, and Thriving.


We need to attract new voices to the table in order to successfully develop our shared goals!


Economic Vitality Work Group Meetings
 
Meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month from 10-11:00 am at the National City Chamber of Commerce, Conference Room (901 National City Blvd. National City, CA 91950). 

Workforce Committee Chairs: Jacqueline Reynoso, NCCC and Cindy Gompper Graves, SCEDC

Mission: Improving the wellbeing of San Diego South Region through collaboration and system changes that promote healthy, safe and thriving communities.
Vision: Healthy, Safe and Thriving Communities
Values: Shared Leadership, Collaboration, Commitment to Leadership Team and Residents and Diversity


Thank you,

Jacqueline Reynoso

President/CEO
​National City Chamber of Commerce

 

Date: October 4, 2018
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: 901 National City Blvd.
​National City, CA 91950
EMail: reynoso@nationalcitychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 10am - 11:30am
Fees/Admission: FREE TO PARTICIPATE
Oct 4    Business Referral Group Networking meeting- Meets 1st and 3rd THURSDAYS
To provide a consistent and meaningful networking event during the business day where networking-minded business professionals can gather, share their company’s competitive advantages, build valuable relationships and create opportunities to grow their business. 

Date: October 4, 2018
Time: 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://www.nationalcitychamber.org
Location: National City Chamber of Commerce Conference Room 
901 National City Blvd 
National City, CA 91950
Contact: 619-477-9339
EMail: info@nationalcitychamber.org
Date/Time Details:
  • 1st & 3rd Thursdays of every month.
  • 11:45 am to 1:15 pm
Fees/Admission: FREE TO PARTICIPATE for active Chamber Members. Nonmembers may attend up to 2 meetings as a guest of the chamber.
Oct 11    79th District- Salute to Hispanic-American and Filipino-American Leaders

The Office of Assemblymember Shirley N. Weber invites you to the Salute to Hispanic-American and Filipino-American Leaders in the 79th District will be held Thursday, October 11, 2018, 5:00 P.M. at the Bell Middle School Auditorium.  We are planning an exciting celebration that will include great music, delicious food and warm fellowship. 

Date: October 11, 2018
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Bell Middle School Auditorium
Contact: Office of Assemblymember Shirley N. Weber
Date/Time Details: Thursday, October 11, 2018, 5:00 P.M.
Oct 16    Board of Directors Meeting
The National City Chamber Board of Directors are committed to creating a strong local economy, providing networking opportunities, and representing its members in matters related to business, government and community relations. 

Board Director Requirements
 
1.      NCCC Member in good standing
2.      Attend 75% of Board Meetings
a.      Board meets every 3rd Tuesday at 9:30am to 11am.
b.      Executive Committee members meet every 2nd Thursday (9:30am-11am)
3.      Recruit 5 members per year
4.      Sponsor or secure sponsorship(s) worth $5,000
5.      Introduce or identify potential guest speaker
6.      Lead or participate in a Sub Committee:
 
*Committee Members meet monthly on a time and date designated by Committee Chair.
 
a.      Business Development and Ambassador Committee
b.      Business Referral Group
c.       Economic Development
d.      Special Events: 

                          i.      Annual Dinner

                          ii.      International Mariachi Festival & Mariachi Workshops

                          iii.      Salute to Navy Luncheon

                          iv.     Career Pathways to Success Job Fair

                             

 
IMPORTANT BOARD DOCUMENTS
                                                                        
Date: October 16, 2018
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Website: http://www.nationalcitychamber.com
Location:
Hybrid  Meeting
Via ZOOM and National City Chamber of Commerce
901 National City Blvd., National City, CA 91950
 *Conference Room
Contact: Chairwoman Angelica Carrillo
EMail: chair@nationalcitychamber.org
Date/Time Details: The Board of Directors meet every 3rd Tuesday of the Month at 8am, unless otherwise noted. 
Fees/Admission: Online registration is required. Directors must report their absence to Chairwoman Angelica Carrillo at chair@nationalcitychamber.org in order to be excused. Directors are expected to attend 75% of meetings. Two consecutive absences results in dismissal from the Board, per the Chamber's Bylaws.
Oct 17    Green Business Education Series Workshops
Free Lunch & Learn for business managers, owners, building operators, employees, and any go-getters interested in saving money by identifying opportunities to lower operating costs!

The series of workshops will take place on the third Wednesdays of every month until the end of the year and will cover different topics for each workshop. 

Registration is required and lunch will be provided. 
Limited seats available, register today!
Date: October 17, 2018
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: National City Chamber of Commerce
Conference Room
901 National City Blvd., National City CA 91950    
Contact: Fabian Rodriguez
EMail: f.rodriguez@nationalcitychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Fees/Admission: Free workshop 
Registration required
Oct 18    Business Referral Group - Meets 1st and 3rd THURSDAYS
To provide a consistent and meaningful networking event during the business day where networking-minded business professionals can gather, share their company’s competitive advantages, build valuable relationships and create opportunities to grow their business. 
Date: October 18, 2018
Time: 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://www.nationalcitychamber.org
Location: Location: National City Chamber of Commerce unless otherwise noted
901 National City Blvd.
National City, CA 91950
Contact: National City Chamber of Commerce
EMail: info@nationalcitychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 1st and Third Thursdays of every month
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Fees/Admission: Open to Members Only. Non-members are welcome to attend up to 2 meetings as a guest of the chamber.
Oct 18    Ambassador Monthly Meeting
Join the Ambassador group to Assist the Chamber meet its member recruitment goals and assist at Chamber events
Date: October 18, 2018
Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Conference Room of the National City Chamber of Commerce, 901 National City Blvd., National City, CA 91950
Contact: Ruth Ryan -Cruz
EMail: ruth@ryancruzlaw.com
Date/Time Details: From 10:30am to 11:30am
Fees/Admission: Ambassadors only event
Oct 24    Cal Coast Cares Foundation Illuminate Pathways Event
The Cal Coast Cares Foundation invites you to join us for our second annual Illuminate Pathways event, presented by New Cars, Inc., to raise funds and help provide more local student scholarships and teacher grants. Sponsored by National University and San Diego Gas & Electric, this fundraising reception will be held on Wednesday, October 24 from 4pm to 7pm at the beautiful Torrey Pines campus of National University. The evening will feature a wine and sangria bar by Granite Lion Cellars, delectable food, desserts prepared by local culinary arts students, and exciting silent auction items and raffle prizes. Guests will be entertained as well as inspired by personal stories shared by past scholarship and grant recipients. Each year the foundation awards over $60,000 in scholarships and grants, and with students and teachers struggling to meet the increasing costs of education, the Cal Coast Cares Foundation's mission to support the education community could not be more critical. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Cal Coast Cares Foundation. For more information about Illuminate Pathways and to purchase tickets or make a donation, please visit our website. We hope to see you there!
Date: October 24, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: https://bit.ly/illuminatepathways
Location: National University, Torrey Pines campus
Contact: Jennifer McNurlan California Coast Credit Union 858.636.3029 jmcnurlan@calcoastcu.org
EMail: jmcnurlan@calcoastcu.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, Oct 24th 2018 4pm - 7pm
Fees/Admission: Cal Coast members - $85 per person Non-members - $95 per person
Oct 25     Member Breakfast- Real Estate Outlook
Join us for our October Member Breakfast and network with City Leaders and new Chamber Members.
Learn about National City's Real Estate Outlook.

Date: October 25, 2018
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Paradise Village, 2700 E 4th St, National City, CA 91950
Contact: David Grepe
EMail: grepe@nationalcitychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday, October 25, 2018 from 8:00am to 9:30am
Fees/Admission: Members $15.00
Non-Members $25.00
New Members Free
Oct 25    Small Business Expo
The Small Business Expo is a gathering of businesses that offer different kinds of services and products for small businesses. The National City Chamber of Commerce will have a stand at this event
    
  
 
 
 
       
Date: October 25, 2018
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: San Diego Convention Center, Hall F
Contact: David Grepe - 619-477-9339
EMail: grepe@nationalcitychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday, October 25, 2018 from 9am to 5pm
Oct 31    Real Estate for Small Business Owners
Buying or selling a home when you are a small business owner has its unique challenges. Learn the details about this at this lunch and learn event that will be presented by Gretza Roman (realtor), Ashley Gonzalez (financial advisor), Sean Courtney (mortgage loan officer) and Richard Alavarez (Bookkeeping & taxes)

Date: October 31, 2018
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: National City Chamber of Commerce Conference room, 901 National City Blvd., National City, CA 91950.
Contact: Gretza Roman (510) 366-4110
EMail: gromanrealestate@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: 11:00am to 12:00pm
Fees/Admission: FREE Lunch and Learn event