The Chamber Minute 01/19/26

The Chamber Minute 01/19/26

Chamber Minute | Awards Banquet, Pitch Night & Advocacy

Rosey here for another Chamber Minute. As we move into an exciting season at the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, we’re looking forward to one of our most anticipated events of the year—our Annual Awards Banquet. This special evening brings our business community together to celebrate leadership, innovation, and the people who make our region thrive. We hope you’ll join us as we honor outstanding businesses, community leaders, and install our new Board members.

Last Friday night, I also had the privilege of serving as a judge at Pitch Night, a fantastic program hosted by the South Coast Development Council. Five local entrepreneurs took the stage, pitching innovative business ideas to a packed room at Nobe’s Taphouse. Every presenter walked away with funding—and even more importantly, encouragement and momentum. All five are receiving Free Chamber memberships and will be using their membership as a launchpad to turn great ideas into thriving businesses right here in our community.

As the short legislative session approaches, the Chamber continues its work advocating for business-friendly policies and representing your voice.

Now is the perfect time to get involved with your Chamber—because our business is helping your business.