Chamber Board of Directors Sets Goals for New Year
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Calendar of Upcoming Community Events Saturday February 8 6:30 p.m.-Close — Golden Sight Productions Presents: The Sinatra Show
Exciting Plans for a Thriving Community in 2025
n January 12, 2025, the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors held an inspiring strategic planning session, setting the stage for an impactful year ahead. With the input of our Board members, we outlined key initiatives to support local businesses, Joanne Guzman engage our community, and enhance our service to Scotts Valley. This year, we’re focused on four core goals: strengthening the Chamber’s financial viability, increasing membership value, enhancing Board engagement, and making a positive community impact. We’ll be tracking progress closely, adapting as needed, and ensuring that our work continues to benefit businesses and residents alike.
Chaminade Resort & Spa 6:30 pm: No Host Cocktail Reception • 7 pm: Dinner • 8 pm: Show Begins 1 Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz
Saturday February 22
5:30-11:30 p.m. — 2025 Fallen Officer Ball
Photo Credit: Arwen Reber Photography
2025 Board of Directors (from left): Victor Alejandro (VP), Jeanette Larkin, Keira Mulder (Secretary), Kim Pursley, Danny Reber (Executive Director), Branddi Palmer, Cheryl Rebottaro, Joanne Guzman (President), and Susan O’Connor Fraser. Not in photo: Jeanne Shada, Nick Kurns (Treasurer) and Phil Neuman (Past President) A major focus will be highlighting Art, Wine & Beer Festival and the Chamber Ambassadors, whose our community impact — tracking Scotts Valley Community Awards tireless work behind the scenes volunteerism, event participation, Gala. The Gala, set for May 9, will makes everything we do possible. and how our efforts benefit local busi- honor those who make a difference We’re excited for what’s to nesses. We’re also excited to launch in our community. Nominations are come and grateful for your support professional development workshops open now for categories like Business as we work together to make Scotts and explore new event ideas focusing of the Year, Woman of the Year, and Valley an even better place to live on health and wellness. Youth of the Year — visit our website and work. We’ll continue to host signature to submit your nominations. — Joanne Guzman, President, events, including the Scotts Valley A special thank you to our Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce
2024 Scotts Valley Community Awards Nomination Deadline February 7
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he Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce seeks your assistance in recognizing the people and businesses that make our community such a special place. Please send us your 2024 nominations for outstanding businesses and individuals for the following categories: • Alvin Scarborough Memorial MAN OF THE YEAR • Annette Marcum Memorial WOMAN OF THE YEAR
• YOUTH OF THE YEAR • A business of the year nominee must be a • EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR current Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce • BUSINESS OF THE YEAR member. • ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR • An individual may live or work outside the • Claire Hodgin Memorial BEAUTIFICATION city limits, but their contribution must be PROJECT OF SCOTTS VALLEY within Scotts Valley. ••• • Youth of the year nominee must be of High Criteria for Nomination School age • Each nominee must have made a valuable ••• contribution to Scotts Valley. Nominating is quick and easy! • It may be in the previous year or over a Go to ScottsValleyChamber.com and help us period of time which you specify. honor the leaders of our community.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Boardwalk’s Cocoanut Grove 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz
Thursday February 27
5:30-7:00 p.m. — Grand Opening & Red Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Haven Play Lounge 1800 Green Hills Rd.
Friday May 9
5:00-10 p.m. — Scotts Valley Community Awards Gala
Roaring Camp Railroads – Bret Harte Hall 5401 Graham Hill Rd., Felton
Saturday August 16 Sunday August 17
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (5 p.m. Sunday) — Scotts Valley Art Wine & Beer Festival Skypark 361 Kings Village Road
Call the Chamber Today or Visit www.scottsvalleychamber.com
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