Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Guest Bloggers

Education Abounds in North San Diego County

When folks talk about some of the leading centers in the country for great education,... 


Online Enrollment Explosion at MiraCosta College

From the State Capitol, where Gov. Jerry Brown has offered increased incentives to... 


Higher Education Journeys Begin at MiraCosta College

Adam Bolt graduated with honors from UC Berkeley and is now on the road to earning... 


MiraCosta College Serves Unique Student Body

Spring semester is under way, and 14,400 students are taking credit classes at MiraCosta... 


George Chamberlin – A Friend to Oceanside and San Diego

George Chamberlin George Chamberlin – Finances and More I was fortunate enough... 


MiraCosta College’s Vision for the Future Following Proposition EE

In this November’s election, MiraCosta College’s Proposition EE bond... 


7 Ways to Get Internet Users to Talk About Your Business

It’s easy to stand out from your competition online. Take a cue from Jon "J.P."... 


Machine Shop Has Too Much Business for Web and Social Media

Despite the slow U.S. and worldwide economies, Oceanside Machine & Tool, Inc.,... 


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Member Spotlights

Member Spotlight: T-Shirt Factory in Oceanside Member Spotlight: T-Shirt Factory in Oceanside

The T-shirt Factory was established in 1984 by a local surf enthusiast named Chuck... 


Member Spotlight: Carlsbad and Oceanside Real Estate John Beran Member Spotlight: Carlsbad and Oceanside Real Estate John Beran

Carlsbad and Oceanside Real Estate Welcome to North County San Diego and the cities... 


Member Spotlight: Meet Pacific Marine Credit Union Member Spotlight: Meet Pacific Marine Credit Union

Do You Know Us? Meet Pacific Marine Credit Union. For 60 years, Pacific Marine Credit... 


QLN Offers Excellence in Leadership Program QLN Offers Excellence in Leadership Program

QLN invites our community corporate, business and organizational leaders to make... 


Member Spotlight: Navy Federal Credit Union Member Spotlight: Navy Federal Credit Union

Navy Federal Credit Union Since 1933, Navy Federal Credit Union has grown from seven... 


Joe and Mary Mottino YMCA – Out With The Old, In With The New Joe and Mary Mottino YMCA – Out With The Old, In With The New

Out With The Old, In With The New As the saying goes, “out with the old, and... 


Member Spotlight: i3Tech Data Solutions Member Spotlight: i3Tech Data Solutions

About Us We provide our customers with tailored IT solutions that: •Make the best... 


Boys and Girls Club of Oceanside: Home, family, friends, fun, learning and support Boys and Girls Club of Oceanside: Home, family, friends, fun, learning and support

“Home, family, friends, fun, learning and support – These are the words that... 


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Chamber News

George Chamberlin – A Friend to Oceanside and San Diego

George Chamberlin George Chamberlin – Finances and More I was fortunate enough to see George at a local Real Estate Summit that was held last week down in Coronado.  He moderated a panel of local real estate brokers, and managed to elicit the very best of these outstandiing men and women.  It remiinded me once again that it’s important... [Read more of this review]


Machine Shop Has Too Much Business for Web and Social Media

Despite the slow U.S. and worldwide economies, Oceanside Machine & Tool, Inc., known as OMT for short, is busier than ever and they are booked with business well into next year. OMT, which is owned and operated by Bruce and Fayrene Erickson, is located in the industrial park at 360 Via El Centro, in Oceanside, CA. Although the OMT facility is non-descript... [Read more of this review]


Mississippi BBQ Comes to Oceanside

Honoring my parent’s southern roots, and as a representative for the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, I was thrilled to be invited to attend today’s Grand Opening for “That Boy Good,” located at 207 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside. That Boy Good, also known as T.B.G., is a restaurant bar described as an authentic southern BBQ joint, right out of Mississippi. Carrying... [Read more of this review]


Coffee Pub Brews Up Beans, Inspiration, and Fun!

Jitters Coffee Pub, is located at 510 N. Coast Highway, Suite D, in Oceanside. The local coffee brewer is also a member of the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce. Vallie Gilley, is Jitters’ owner-operator. She purchased the coffee business in 2000. The coffee house decor is an eclectic mix of: artwork, books, comfortable seating, and interesting people.... [Read more of this review]


4th Generation Family-Owned Commercial Printer

Striving for “World Class Service” is the #1 goal of the family-owned commercial print company, San Dieguito Printers (SDP), says Chris Baker. Chris is SDP’s marketing manager. He is conducting a tour of the 34,000 sq. ft. facility. The printing plant is one of the largest privately held commercial print companies within the state of California.... [Read more of this review]


5 Ways to Rock the Oceanside Chamber Business Expo 5 Ways to Rock the Oceanside Chamber Business Expo

5 Ways to Rock the Oceanside Chamber Business Expo The quickest way to make an extra $6,000 is to purchase a booth for the next Oceanside Chamber Business Expo. At least, that’s the way it worked out for me. As business owners we all have different pricing structures, different products, and different marketing strategies, but what we have in common... [Read more of this review]


Informed Voter’s Guide: California 76th District Assembly

An open seat in the California 76th Assembly District, presented the opportunity for interested voters to hear Rocky Chavez, Farrah Douglas and Sherry Hodges, participate in a public forum. Local citizens, business leaders, and students interested in casting an educated vote in the Tuesday, June 5, 2012 primary, attended the event to learn how each... [Read more of this review]


Small Business Strategist Touts Oceanside Chamber Membership

Colm Kelly, owner of Do Business Smarter, is an advocate for business in the coastal communities of North San Diego County, and also a proud member of the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce. Colm supports using chamber networking opportunities to build and extend ties in the local business community. He sees chamber membership as a smart and natural choice... [Read more of this review]


Profit by Investing in Employees with Disabilities in Our Community

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and Goodwill Industries would like to call your attention to a large, and very diverse population of entry level and highly skilled workers, across all industries, who are capable of overcoming daily challenges and are ready to play a vital role in creating solutions for your business. With the... [Read more of this review]


Oceanside Harbor Days Draws Great Crowd

The theme for this year’s Oceanside Harbor Days was “For the Fun of It”.  Attendees enjoyed a wide variety of events and attractions and soaked in the fun.  The event featured over 220 arts and craft exhibits, a great food court and a beer garden.  With a fishing derby, beauty pageant, karate demonstration, Tiki Swim and more, Harbor Days never... [Read more of this review]


OCCMG not as flashy, but more real

How time flies! All of a sudden the first Thursday of the month rolled around again. On Sept 1 ten Oceanside Chamber members and two staff met to discuss how our chamber can best serve the businesses and residents of Oceanside. Since the M in OCCMG stands for marketing, our job is to figure out how best to broadcast this value to everyone. Our first... [Read more of this review]


Foreclosure Specialist loves Oceanside Chamber Foreclosure Specialist loves Oceanside Chamber

Meeting former Marine, Christopher R. Rodriquez, currently an elected director of the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, one quickly understands that Christopher is a highly motivated individual who is experienced at finding solutions. Having served his country overseas in Iraq, he and his lovely wife Denise also parent six beautiful children: four boys... [Read more of this review]


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