Chamber News Events Business News Tech Talk Contact Us   February 2013 - view in browser      2012 successes at a glance Year one is a wrap. The San Luis Obispo Chamber has completed the first year of a five-year strategic plan, designed to increase operational efficiencies, member experience, and efficacy in economic development and legislative affairs. “This past year we began the implementation of an ambitious plan firmly rooted in how we could help.... Read More 2013 labor law update The New Year is almost upon us, and with it comes hope, promise — and new labor laws. The best way to ensure a smooth transition in January is to become informed on the laws that could potentially impact your business. “Like the economy, we saw a little bit of an improvement in Sacramento and in the courts with respect to the employment laws in California. California continues to be one of the most demanding...Read More   The power of volunteers If there is one thing that has really impressed me during my term as board president, it is the quality and passion of the volunteers who have committed their time, resources and expert knowledge to the Chamber this year. Some time ago, I read the book “Thrive: Finding Happiness the Blue Zone Way” by Dan Buettner. As you may have heard, San Luis Obispo was recognized as...Read More Save the Dates Dec 31- Labor law materials Jan 10- Legislative lunch Jan 19- 108th Annual Dinner Other upcoming events   Quick Links: Slo-business.com | Slochamber.org | Visitslo.com | OpenforbusinessinSLO.com | Business Directory          Do you want to add this 'Proud Member' logo to your website? Contact Maggie McGrath for the code. Writing a news release? Do you know how to write a news release? Visit slo-business.com for tips and a basic template to start communicating effectively on behalf of your business. We're looking for a few good testimonials How has the Chamber helped your business thrive? Tell us how we’ve helped your business and you may be featured on our websites. E-mail your testimonial with your full name, title and member business/organization name to our Communications Department today. No more than 100 words, please. To unsubscribe to this and other Chamber e-mails, click here and e-mail your request. Include the e-mail address you wish to unsubscribe. The San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce is an independent business advocacy organization that is not affiliated with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce or any other Chamber of Commerce. © 2013 San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce.