OCTOBER 2023
CHAMBER CONNEC TION
SANTA MARIA VALLEY CHAMBER MONTHLY NEWSLETTER THE SANTA MARIA VALLEY CHAMBER CELEBRATED COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE AT THE 2023 ANNUAL AWARDS GALA On September 21st, the Santa Maria Valley Chamber gathered community members for a night of celebration at the Allan Hancock College Fine Arts Complex. With about 250 guests in attendance, the Chamber recognized several businesses, organizations and individuals for their exceptional community leadership and the outstanding contributions they have made to the Santa Maria Valley. “Each year, the Chamber is excited to bring our community together in celebration to honor a few of the individuals, businesses, and non-profit organizations that make the Santa Maria Valley the best place to live, work, and do business on the Central Coast,” said Glenn Morris, President & CEO of the Chamber. “This year’s recipients bring unique contributions to our community and we are proud to formally recognize each for their impact on the Santa Maria Valley.” In addition to honoring the award recipients, the Chamber formally Continued on p. 2 Above: Santa Maria Valley Chamber Annual Awards Gala attendees pose for a photo during the event cocktail hour prior to the awards ceremony.
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