Events for May 2019
National City Chamber of Commerce
May 2    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: May 2, 2019
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
May 2    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: May 2, 2019
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: thechamber@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.
May 8    Tour of Tecate and Baja Brewmasters Brewery
Join us in a tour of Tecate and the Brewery of Baja Brewmsters and see for yourself how a professional Craft brwery operates. This tour is especially geared to any person interested in investing in a starting Craft Brewery in National City or in investing in a combined Craft Brewery in Natiiona City.
Date: May 8, 2019
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Website: http://www.nationalcitychamber.org
Location: We will meet at the border crossing in Tecate at 10:30am, take the tour in Tecate and Brew Maters in Mexico and return to the border crossing at 3:30pm
Contact: David Grepe
EMail: grepe@nationalcitychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Wedenesday May 8, 2019
Meet at tecate Border crossing at 10:30am
Return to US at 3:30pm
Fees/Admission: There will be a recovery fee of $25.00 that will include lunch at a restaurant in Tecate.
May 9    Annual Developers Forum
Attention developers, contractors, realters and homeowners! Attend the Annual Developers Forum to answer questions on Backflow prevention, fire flow services, development improvements and more!
Date: May 9, 2019
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
140 East 12th Street
National City
Date/Time Details: May 9, 2019
8am-9:30am
Fees/Admission: FREE
May 16    BRG (Business Referral Group) meeting
Join us for productive Networking meeting of the BRG Networking Group so that you can connect and promote your business and services to other Chamber members. Brings Plenty of Business Cards and your 1 minute presentation. 
Date: May 16, 2019
Time: 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://www.nationalcitychamber.org
Location: Conference Room of the National City Chamber of Commerce
901 National City Blvd., National City, CA 91950
Contact: David Grepe
EMail: grepe@nationalcitychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Third Thursday of every month from 11:45am to 1:00pm
Fees/Admission: Free event for Members
Visitors welcome 
May 21    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: May 21, 2019
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.
May 23    Nonprofit Forum

On behalf of the National City Chamber of Commerce, we invite you to participate in our upcoming Non-Profit Forum on May 23rd. This convening will be held at ARTS, 200 East 12th St, in National City.

 

Nonprofit Forum Goals:

1.            Convene local nonprofit organizations on a quarterly basis to exchange ideas and share best practices. We aim to coordinate resources to help advance the City?s Strategic Goals and Objectives in Economic Development, Sustainability, Health & Wellness, Affordable Housing, and Civic Engagement.

 

2.            Serve the purpose of an ad-hoc advisory board to the City Council, providing analysis, data, and testimony to help inform decisions on policy directives.

 

3.            Serve as a vehicle to promote civic engagement and create a steady pipeline of residents to serve on local and regional boards and commissions.

 

 

Please confirm your attendance with gorrino@nationalcitychamber.org.

 

 

Desired Outcomes:

?        Set Priority Project(s) Annually

?        Work collaboratively to support shared initiative(s)

?        Implement Accountability Metrics

?        Set Measurable Outcomes

?        Report Back on Progress

?        Celebrate Accomplishments

?        Promote National City - Together We Can

 

Participants should come prepared with:

?        Commitment to work together and learn from each other to effectuate change in our community.

 

Forum Output:

  •        Shared Accountability Matrix
  •        Shared Master Calendar
  •        Nomination of community leaders to serve on boards and commissions

 

 

Progress Through Collaboration
Date: May 23, 2019
Time: 9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://www.nationalcitychamber.org
Location: ARTS
200 East 12th Street
National City, CA 91950
 
Contact: National City Chamber of Commerce 619-477-9339
EMail: gorrino@nationalcitychamber.org
Date/Time Details: May 23, 2019
9 AM - 11 AM
Fees/Admission: Free to attend. RSVP Required. 
May 30    Membership Breakfast: Centurion Awards
Join us for this memorable event where we recognize outstanding performance of our civic and educational leaders in National City.
Date: May 30, 2019
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Website: http://www.nationalcitychamber.org
Location: Ramada Hotel National City
700 National City Blvd, National City, CA 91950
Contact: (619) 477-9339
EMail: grepe@nationalcitychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday May 30, 2019
8am-9:30am
Fees/Admission: Members $15
Non-Members $25