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2012 board members elected
The San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce has elected its new board members for 2012.
The organization’s 21-member board serves as its policy-making body, and represents the diverse business and professional leadership of the community. Board members are elected to serve a two-year term beginning in January. Chamber members chose from 13 nominees representing a wide range of businesses and organizations... Read More |
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Green Awards unearthed
Several local businesses and organizations with a proven commitment to sustainable practices were honored this month at the 2011 Green Awards.
The six winners – Paso Robles Waste and Recycle, the City of San Luis Obispo’s Public Works Department, Niner Wine Estates, Trilogy at Monarch Dunes, The Original Sprout and Embassy Suites Hotel – were unveiled Nov. 10 during a luncheon at the Embassy Suites... Read More |
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Chamber studies CAP
A new plan intended to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 17 percent by 2020 in San Luis Obispo proposes numerous strategies, many of which have the potential to significantly impact local businesses.
Changes to building requirements, allowable food packaging, increased parking fees and a new sales tax are just a few of the proposals included in the city’s draft climate action plan (CAP)... Read More |
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Rideshare month a success
SLO Regional Rideshare encouraged county residents to change the way they commute in October during Rideshare Month - Commute for Cash. The annual event wrapped to its highest participation yet, with over 1,000 commuters logging sustainable trips online at rideshare.org and saving $92,737 in commute costs... READ MORE |
Shopatron celebrates decade of success
Shopatron’s 10th anniversary celebrations are wrapping up, giving the company a moment to reflect on the good times, and a chance to look forward to what it hopes to celebrate in the next 10 years... Read more |
Verdin wins five global marketing, design awards
Two of the world’s largest competitions for marketing and communications professionals have recognized San Luis Obispo-based Verdin for work on several recent advertising, marketing and branding projects... READ MORE |
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Ribbon Cuttings
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Our newest members
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Member Milestones
Click Here to see which longtime members have been with the Chamber for five, 10, 15 or more years.
Last Chance to join a 2012 Chamber committee
The heart of the Chamber's business advocacy and public policy review is the committee system, where more than 100 members share their expertise and knowledge to help the Chamber make good decisions...
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Travel Guide
Find out about Talley Vineyard owner Brian Talley's special tasting with Robert Parker.
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