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Santee Chamber Weekly Update 28SEPT23

Hello Santee! As autumn enters the air (briefly in the mornings if you are lucky to catch it), I am thankful for the turning of seasons and the excitement that comes along with holidays approaching. For our household, it also means competitive sports and light traveling. As we embrace this busier-than-usual time of year, it means we need to be proactive in our health. Some of this means getting the kids’ orthodontist appointments scheduled around other commitments, prepping meals in advance or menu

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 092123

Hello Santee! Last week we had our long-awaited Business After Five mixer as we joined forces with the Alpine and La Mesa Chambers at Lantern Crest for a safari themed sunset mixer. We had a great turn out with an incredible spread of appetizers, desserts and drinks put on by Chef Mario and the amazing staff at Lantern Crest. Be sure to check out additional photos from the evening on our Facebook page (thank you, Lynda Marrokal!). We are so thankful for these gatherings for business connections at

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 091423

Hello Santee! Last night an exciting City Council meeting was held with several exciting topics for Santee. My main area of interest fell on agenda item 9 when they hosted a public workshop on the Town Center Specific Plan Update maybe more commonly referred to in the public as the development of the "Arts and Entertainment District". This workshop provided input on preferred concepts (from public feedback), proposed boundary lines, land uses and more as the City staff sought direction of the project

Padre Dam Board Appoints New Board Member to Division 4

For Immediate Release Contact: Melissa McChesney Communications Manager (619) 572-1490 (cell) mmcchesney@padre.org   Padre Dam Board Appoints New Board Member to Division 4 September 13, 2023 - Padre Dam Municipal Water District’s Board of Directors has appointed Ivan Andujar to fill the Board vacancy in Division 4 as the result of the recent passing of August Caires. Mr. Andujar was sworn into office and officially seated on the Board of Directors immediately following the Board appointment at

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 07SEPT23

Hello Santee! I hope you all were able to enjoy the long weekend celebrating Labor Day this past Monday. Observed each first Monday of September, this is an annual celebration of achievements made through social and economic advancements of American workers. We proudly celebrated, closing our office and giving our staff a well-deserved day off.  However, before we stared our long weekend, we were sure to make our quarterly visit to the post office to bundle our most recent (Fall) issue of The Santee

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 31AUG23

Hello Santee!    Our city is the best mix of "big and small" sometimes. We have that big city access with a small town feel. How many of you can't leave the house without seeing someone you know? It's secretly one of my favorite things about Santee. Many of us know each other and our lives overlap in several areas. This is so true for small business. Many of their vendors and clients are also their neighbors, their kids attend the same school, you belong to the same service organization, the list can go

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 24AUG23

Hello Santee!    As our Santee School District students just started their school year yesterday, I had the opportunity to help distribute backpacks at Buddy’s Backpacks & School Supply Drive on Saturday. There was many other volunteers from the Santee-Lakeside Rotary, the Santee School District, City Council Members amongst many other community partners. This is one of my favorite feel good moments and has been since I started to help with this program back in 2017 during my Miss Santee reign. This

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 17AUG23

Hello Santee!    Thank you so much to everyone who came out to West Hills on Saturday for our first Santee Children’s Business Fair. We were invited to partner with teams from Momentum Tutoring and the Santee Kiwanis Club to host this awesome display of youth entrepreneurship. With over 40 vendors, kids from age 7 to 17 showed off their creative skillsets offering items from handmade jewelry, crocheted hats, sewn purses, miniature aquariums to original art and more. This was such a joy to watch come to

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 10AUG23

Hello Santee!    Last week our community was able to Join the San Diego County Sheriff's Departmentfor National Night Out. National Night Out is an annual event that promotes law enforcement-community partnership and neighborhood camaraderie. You had the opportunity to meet your local Sheriff's Deputies and receive public safety resources. Crime Prevention Specialists shared tips on how to keep your families safe. You also got to meet members of their Sheriff's specialized and volunteer units such as

Padre Dam Board Vice President August A. Caires Passes Away

 For Immediate Release Contact: Emma Shea Communications Coordinator (619) 599-6774 (cell) eshea@padre.org    Padre Dam Board Vice President August A. Caires Passes AwayAugust 4, 2023 – Padre Dam Municipal Water District’s Board Vice President and former General Manager August Caires passed away on August 2. Board President Bill Pommering shares, “Augie served this District and his community with outstanding distinction for nearly 30 years. He was a good friend and colleague to many of us. He will

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 03AUG23

Hello Santee!    I feel as though I catch myself bragging often about our community partners and leaders, so in true Kristen-fashion, I’ll continue that trend. I wanted to thank Cox Communications for hosting me and several guests at a Padres game last week. We have a dedicated representative (hey Allen Young!) who serves on our Government Affairs Committee and who regularly offers their support and insight for telecommunications solutions for our businesses and community at large. Of course, this leads

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 27JUL23

Hello Santee!    Last Wednesday the Padre Dam Municipal Water District held their regular meeting of the board of directors at their customer service center on Fanita Parkway. However, this was far from “regular” as they also held a dedication ceremony for the August A. Caires Customer Service Center, honoring and commending Director Caires for his many accomplishments and dedicating the building as the “August A. Caires Customer Service Center" in appreciation for his 29 years of outstanding public

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 20JUL23

Hello Santee!    Tuesday night was a special evening at the local American Legion and VFW Post. Naturally, most of us think we need to be a Veteran to belong to the post, but they offer memberships within their auxiliary groups and often times hosts events open to the public. This week was one of those times as they held their repeating Liberty & Libations from 6-9pm. They had several guest bartenders that were Santee favorites (Dean Velasco, Kristine Costa and Andy Lloyd) but my favorite of the evening

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 13JUL23

Hello Santee! It's pretty often we get to brag about our first responders and city leaders in town, but I don't mind doing it once more. Santee has some seriously caring, involved staff from city employees, elected officials, to safety personnel and beyond. The Santee Sheriff's Department hosted another community coffee this week at Coffee Corner and to no surprise, had great support from our community.    If you missed this week's gathering but want to still get connected to local law enforcement,

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 06JUL23

Hello Santee! I hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable Fourth of July this week. Thanks to the City of Santee and Waste Management for the presentation of the fireworks many of us enjoyed from various parts of town – what a show!   Prior to the holiday, we were able to celebrate a past board member, Kyle Whissel, as he officially showcased his new office opening for Whissel Realty in La Mesa. Much like Kyle, this building was designed with intention and style to provide a space for professional growth,

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 29JUN23

Hello Santee! Last week I attended the annual membership meeting for the East County Economic Development Council, hosted at Grossmont College. The ECEDC’s mission is to empower East County to create a thriving economic environment where education, business, government, and community can convene, collaborate, and compete. These ideals are a perfect partnership with any neighboring chamber of commerce as we are actively seeking out ways to fill the needs of businesses from the bottom up. It was my

PRESS RELEASE: SDCCU Stuff the Bus is Collecting Monetary Donations for Back-to-School Supplies for

For Immediate Release June 26, 2023   Nathan Schmidt EVP, Chief Experience Officer & Digital Channels  San Diego County Credit Union PO Box 261209, San Diego, CA 92196-1209 P: (858) 597-2504 nschmidt@sdccu.com   SDCCU Stuff the Bus is Collecting Monetary Donations for Back-to-School Supplies for the More Than 20,000 Students Experiencing Homelessness in San Diego County    From June 26 to July 31, donate online or at any Jersey Mike’s store location in San Diego County     SAN DIEGO,

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 22JUN23

Hello Santee! Last week the City kicked off their Summer Concert Series. Although there was quite the excitement towards the end of the evening, the Santee Chamber was pleased to be a small part of the opening ceremony as we joined Mission Realty Group agent and Miss Santee Program Director, Lauren Gaines. We said goodbye and thank you to the titleholders of 2022 Miss Santee Heather Cantin, Miss Teen Santee Julianna Abrajan and Junior Miss Santee Ezrah Collier; their immense amount of community

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 15JUN23

Hello Santee! Last Friday ended the City’s preamble to the summer as they hosted entertainment the past four Friday nights at Santee Trolley Square’s amphitheater. The weather was perfect as Staump Music School took on the big crowd with live performances by their youth student rock group classes. The audience was captivated and gathered several others who were just in the area for Friday night dining and shopping. It was great to see students with so much confidence to play in a public setting that

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 08JUN23

Hello Santee! Our staff became so consumed with the Santee Street Fair last month, I almost forgot to share about a night out with chamber member Ryan Purdy. Ryan is the Community Relations and Senior Resource Center Manager at Sharp Grossmont Hospital and an active participant on our Government Affairs Committee. He is as kind as he is intelligent, offering Sharp a perfect fit for his role. He was generous enough to open the invitation for me to join him at Sharp Grossmont's table at Fostering Futures'

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 01JUN23

Hello Santee!   On Saturday the Santee Chamber hosted our annual Santee Street Fair on Riverview Parkway behind Trolley Square. This event is such a massive undertaking for our small staff and board members. I really appreciate every single volunteer (especially Mr. Volunteer, Charli Plavi who is pictured with our staff)… there is no way this event would be possible without the unwavering support of the community and those who help to pull it off with our team. Our staff gals work insane hours leading

Rio Seco Wins Again

The Roadrunners of Rio Seco School won top honors at the Santee Kiwanis Junior Olympic Track and Field meet held on April 29th this year.  This annual event showcases both the fitness and competitive spirit of our 4th-8th grade student athletes and their schools.  This year, the stands were filled with parents/grandparents cheering on their students as Rio Seco’s athletes won the 6th—8th grade school competition for the second year in a row. Well done to all the schools, their teachers and students who

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 25MAY23

Hello Santee! Last week I had the pleasure of attending CalChamber’s Capitol Summit in Sacramento. As a first-time attendee, I was so excited to finally make it to this event as the only East County Chamber represented onsite. The program opened with remarks from veteran journalist Dan Walters, columnist for CalMatters, followed by a panel session which focused on housing/homelessness. The keynote speaker was ever-impressive Dee Dee Myers, senior advisor to the Governor, director of the Governor’s Office

Water Authority Issues Statement on Consensus-Based Plan for the Colorado River

Culinary Pro with a Heart for Education Earns District's Top Classified Honor

East County Boys & Girls Club Hosts Annual Golf Day

It’s almost that time of year the 2023 East County Boys & Girls Golf Event is around the corner. I've been working with the East County Boys & Girls Club for the past nine years helping create one of the best golf experiences in San Diego.  This event wouldn’t be possible without your help.   This annual event will be held on Friday, June 2th at Sycuan Golf Resorton the newly renovated Oaks Glen Course.  I ask you to consider a foursome, sponsorship, on course participation or giveaway for our opportunity

Governing Board to Appoint New Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee Members

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 11MAY23

Hello Santee!   We are still buzzing off the good energy that came from our Santee Heroes Celebration at the end of April. Carlton Oaks Golf hosted a beautiful evening of Santee Service Organizations, Local Educators, First Responders, Healthcare Workers, Community Leaders, and Elected Officials to receive recognition for their personal and group impact in our region and honor their contributions over the past year.    It was a huge pleasure to honor our past Board Director, Jim Peasley, as his family

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 04MAY23

Hello Santee! Last week was busy with the Chamber having events back-to-back at Carlton Oaks Golf Course so let me start by saying thank you to our staff and volunteers for the extra work, it didn’t go unnoticed. Additionally, I’d like to thank San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson for taking the time to get Santee on his schedule as we co-hosted a community coffee last Wednesday. His impressive staff and team of interns put together an organized evening of resources and Supervisor Anderson stayed

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 20APR23

Hello Santee! One week from today we will be hosting our Santee Heroes Celebration at Carlton Oaks Golf Club, at 5pm in their Crest Room. This gathering of Santee Service Organizations, Local Educators, First Responders, Healthcare Workers, Community Leaders, and Elected Officials is designed for them to receive recognition for their personal and group impact in our region and honor their contributions over the past year. It’s also a special night for us as we celebrate the Santee Chamber’s Person of the

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 13APR23

Hello Santee! Many of you know I was hired onto the Chamber staff by former CEO, John Olsen, who now does real estate for Mission Realty Group. Did you know he also has leveraged some of the awesome know-hows he gained from his Chamber career into helping others around Santee to stay informed and connected? In addition to his widely popular Facebook page, Santee Update, he also puts out a weekly podcast about our community, the surrounding area, points of interest and exciting guests to highlight local

SDCCU Partners With LEGOLAND® California Resort to Offer Free Tickets and Discounts

For Immediate ReleaseApril 7, 2023  Nathan SchmidtEVP, Chief Experience Officer & Digital Channels San Diego County Credit Union6545 Sequence Drive, San Diego, CA 92121P: (858) 597-2504nschmidt@sdccu.com  SDCCU Partners With LEGOLAND® California Resort to Offer Free Tickets and Discounts  Customers who open a new checking account at a SDCCU branch will receive a free LEGOLAND ticket  SAN DIEGO, Calif., (April 7, 2023) – San Diego County Credit Union® (SDCCU®), one of Southern California’s largest

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 06APR23

Hello Santee! Yesterday we hosted our monthly Morning Buzz event at the Coffee Corner on Town Center Parkway. We had a slew of San Diego Sheriff's officers join us including a traffic task force and their Crime Prevention Specialist, Jake Donnan. We love having a dedicated place to go to each month (usually the first Wednesday) where business folks can gather and be instantly connected with resources. In addition to the Sheriff's Department being so accessible this month, we also had visits from

Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee Releases Annual Report

   Media Contact:Collin McGlashen Executive Director, Communicationscmcglashen@guhsd.net 619-248-7193 (cell)April 3, 2023  Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee Releases Annual ReportReport highlights include GUHSD's perfect score for transparency from San Diego Taxpayers Educational Foundation                   EL CAJON – The Grossmont Union High School District (GUHSD) Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) has released its

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 30MAR23

Hello Santee! This past week I snuck a tad outside of town to visit a member of our chamber who resides in El Cajon, Team XL & XL Staffing. They just recently moved into a different office space and the East County Chamber of Commerce hosted a lovely ribbon-cutting ceremony followed up with a taco bar and networking to show off their new space. Family-owned and operated, XL has been part of the Santee Chamber family for several years. Owner, Joe Mackey has served on our Board of Directors, headed political

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 23MAR23

Hello Santee! Our annual Business Awards Night is a wrap, but we are still buzzing from the exciting night we had last Thursday. Sycuan Casino Resort was a perfect host to us as we had over 200 guests gather in their Heritage Events Center for an evening of celebrating the incredible business community we support. Honoring our Chairman’s Circle contributing members and the winners of our Santee’s Favorites program, we also announced and awarded our Community Impact recipient (Santee Lakes Recreation

Santee Chamber Hosts Annual Business Awards Night

Media ContactKristen Dare 619-449-1515 info@santeechamber.com   March 22, 2023  Santee Chamber Hosts Annual Business Awards Night EL CAJON – The Santee Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Business Awards Night last Thursday at Sycuan Casino Resort, where they were also the proud title sponsor of the event. Santee Chamber President/CEO, Kristen Dare, alongside past Board Chair, Eddie Vandiver, co-hosted onstage as the organization welcomed over 200 guests. Starting out with celebrating the top

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 16MAR23

Hello Santee! This Tuesday the City of Santee held a meet-and-greet for local Congressman Darrell Issa, as he and some of his staff invited chambers and city officials from the East County region to a listening session. Here he spoke briefly on some of the actions he is taking in 2023 including fighting the fentanyl epidemic, regaining control of the border, cultivating California agriculture and more. He opened the floor to those in attendance who had questions, concerns and comments and listened

Santee Chamber Advocacy Alert - SB703

Click Here to see Santee Chamber Advocacy Alert for SB703 on 14MAR23. 

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 9MAR23

Hello Santee! I started the week off with our neighboring Chamber in El Cajon, the East County Chamber of Commerce, as they celebrated their 111th East County Honors program at Sycuan Casino Resort. It was a beautiful night full of many dual members and community leaders who also represent Santee. It was a perfect example of how close knit our region is and how we genuinely are all here to support each other. Thank you to Allen Young of Cox Communications for including the Santee Chamber (myself and

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 2MAR23

We are just two short weeks away from our annual Business Awards Night at Sycuan Casino Resort. As our staff puts in the hours to prepare for an evening of celebration, it also isn't possible without some incredible volunteers. We are so grateful to have Mike Clinkenbeard of Clinkenbeard Insurance serving another year as Chair of this event.    For the business community, we invite you to join us at our premier celebration for the year. It's 200+ guests including business leaders, entrepreneurs, chamber

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 23FEB23

Hello Santee!  Last week I was able to spend a few days across the street from our beautiful state capitol in Sacramento. It has become my favorite time to connect with peers in my industry as we gather for CalChamber’s Western Association of Chamber Executives Conference each winter. Almost 400 chamber employees gather to take on exciting information in the most beneficial professional development courses in the west. Here I was able to reconnect with industry leaders I am lucky enough to call

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 17FEB23

Hello Santee!Last week we hosted our first Business After 5 mixer of 2023. It was a great mix of new and veteran members along with several of our board members. We had some wonderful surprise visits from current and past elected officials like current Santee City Council Member Rob McNelis and former Assemblymember Randy Voepel. Hosted by Jimmy’s Family Restaurant on Mission Gorge, we were spoiled with not just great company, but great food as well. The menu item I didn’t know I needed to try: their

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 9FEB23

Hello Santee!  I’m sure all of you in town know about Santee Lakes, how could you not?! For me, it’s been a place I’ve frequented since I was a child and still enjoy immensely as an adult. Just about a mile away from my home, it makes for the perfect place to go on walks/runs, sightsee, or take family when in town for all they have to offer, especially their newest enhancement for onsite dining on their deck: Angry Pete’s Pizza.    I had the pleasure of meeting Pete last year when he came to our

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 02FEB23

Hello Santee!   Yesterday I joined fellow staff and Chamber members on campus at Carlton Hill's junior high building for Gifted Talented Strong (GTS) Leadership Club hosted by Momentum Tutoring. This program was designed to help students counterbalance the negative effects of COVID-19 while expecting more from themselves and making a greater contribution to others and to society.   I was able to join a panel of adults to talk to the students about leadership in the community. We discussed overcoming

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 19JAN23

Hello Santee!   A few weeks ago, we got a call from a very ambitious 25-year-old, Megan, explaining she would be opening her doors soon in town. As the conversation went on, she explained the types of services she would be offering at Flashy Lash. From facials, waxing and eyelash extensions. We then booked a quick coffee date to learn more about her and her future business endeavors. It wasn’t hard to believe the type of woman she is today is due to being instilled with such great work ethics from her

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 12JAN23

Hello Santee!   We are off and running in 2023!   This morning Santee Chamber Staff and the Board of Directors convened for our 2023 Retreat. This annual meeting is our way to begin a calendar year together as a team. We had great conversations on a variety of topics and spent time reviewing goals, forming working groups and committees, discussing events, brainstorming, and communicating our strategic plan.   A huge thank you to Jimmy’s of Santee for hosting. The recently remodeled interior was

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 05JAN23

Hello Santee! Yesterday we started the new year off exactly how I hoped to: highly caffeinated. Thanks to Susie and her staff at the Coffee Corner, we had about 30 chamber members who were served some of the most delicious coffee in town as we networked during the slight morning mist. We had staff, directors from our board, city employees, Mayor Minto, long time members, new and prospective members, and even the Sheriff’s Captain along with some of his staff there today. A special thanks to two of our

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 29DEC22

Hello Santee!  With Christmas in the rearview mirror and the new year around the corner, I am (once again) overwhelmed with gratitude for this community and the job that I have which serves within. Our staff is small, but my appreciation for what they do is always on a large scale. These ladies work hard and deserve so much credit for their continuous efforts towards the businesses of our region.   The Chamber staff will be taking an extended holiday break and will be unavailable from December

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 22DEC22

Hello Santee!  With Winter Solstice yesterday, we are a few days before Christmas and in the final days of the year… what a great time for everyone! My mom and I had a great time sorting and wrapping toys for Santee Santas on Monday night and I'm looking forward to delivery day later this morning.   The Chamber staff will be taking an extended holiday break and will be unavailable from December 23-26 and again from December 30-January 2. We wish you all the very best for business successes and of

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 15DEC22

Hello Santee! Shop small season is here! We are now just ten days out from the big Christmas holiday and I see the hustling and bustling around town. I know it’s tempting to test the delivery dates of the online giants, but please consider taking the extra time to face the crowds and shop in town. A few weeks ago I was in Trolley Square, admiring all the options available for my last minute gift needs and stocking stuffers for teens. When at the holiday tree lighting celebration, I ran into past Santee

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 08DEC22

Hello Santee! This week I was able to spend the afternoon at the Santee Post Office and bundle the latest issue of our Santee Magazine. If you didn’t know we produce this magazine quarterly and we are the ONLY advertising publication that has total market penetration throughout the entire city! We print 24,000 copies of which are delivered by mail to every home, business and post office box in Santee! In addition, we distribute around town at hotels, coffee shops, medical offices, and the Santee Library.

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 01DEC22

Hello Santee! Welcome to the final month of 2022. We spent this Giving Tuesday among some of our favorite company, our non-profit members who serve our community with great purpose. Lantern Crest was the most generous host for our annual Taste of Santee where we welcomed the restaurant community and community partners to share in an evening of celebration as we jump into the holidays.   As the final days of the year approach and we look at the season ahead, I encourage you to get to know some of these

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 23NOV22

Hello Santee!   It was great to see so many if you make it out to the Pancake Breakfast hosted on November 12th by the City of Santee Fire Department and SD County Sheriff’s Department. I love the small town feels I get at these events, especially seeing John Garlow, our Fire Chief there with his wife and Captain Harley Wallace, the brother of my childhood best friend. Thanks for a great morning and the delicious pancakes.   As we approach Thanksgiving, I would be remiss not to mention Small Business

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 17NOV22

Hello Santee! It has been a week since our 2022 Veterans Appreciation Golf Tournament and it is crazy to think how fast it came and went. We were able to kickoff the tournament and show our appreciation to our Veterans with an aerial flyover. Which is a favorite portion of our whole tournament. Everyone in attendance had lots of fun and it could not have been done without our sponsors! In addition to the hole sponsorships that were purchased we had over two dozen host a hero sponsorships which allowed us

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 10NOV22

Sometimes we have business visits that come with perks. Last week, holding a ten day old bunny was among those perks for me. But on a grander scale, it was a lovely visit back to the sister-businesses of FURology and PURRology on Cuyamaca Street. Their CEO, Lindsey, was kind enough to take me behind the scenes of her operation. Starting with just Furology, she was known in town for having a successful grooming business where animals were treated as well as humans who go into salons for high-end

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 3NOV22

Hello Santee!   I’m a tad late on this, now that Halloween has passed and November has begun, but I had to give a quick note of gratitude to see the Santee Twilight Brews & Bites Festival come back this year. For those of you confused on what this event is, maybe you remember it as the “Bluegrass Festival” last held in 2019. Santee Twilight Brews and Bites Festival has participants take part in an evening filled with fine wines, a bevy of brews, tasty treats, bidding bazaar and live music. Your event

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 27OCT22

Hello Santee! This city is full of amazing business women and I am so thankful I have many in our chamber family. One in particular is Sarah Wood, owner of Allegiance Heating & Air. Sarah is a Santee native who took a family loss and allowed it to change the trajectory of her entire future. She took on her father’s business with zero experience in that field, modernized their business model, became an industry leader and eventually grew her business so successfully, it allowed her to purchase a second

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 20OCT22

Hello Santee!   This past week we were able to celebrate a big win for a small business. Lonesome Rider Coffee has gone from a home-based business, to Santee farmers market regular, to fulltime occupant at Parkway Plaza mall in El Cajon! This veteran-owned coffee brand has taken big risks and we are so proud to see the big rewards. It was a joy to welcome Joe and his team to their new stand in the food court area of the mall, previously occupied by Starbucks. Watching businesses conquer new territory

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 13OCT22

Hello Santee! Last Thursday, we had the opportunity to FINALLY celebrate the Grand Opening of Sportsman’s Warehouse! Sportsman’s Warehouse is an outdoor specialty retailer focused on meeting the needs of the seasoned outdoor veteran, the first-time participant, and everyone in between. They provide outstanding gear and exceptional service to inspire outdoor memories. San Diego residents can now enjoy 18,594 square feet of space packed with over 60,000 region-specific, high-quality products, award-winning

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 6OCT22

Hello Santee!   How about them Padres? For those paying attention, our hometown team has clinched their spot in the postseason and we are all thrilled. Before we knew they’d be playing so many October games, the East County Young Professionals decided to catch one of their final homestands in the regular season as they took on their rivals to the north. I love these kind of nights… not only because this job allows us to do fun stuff like catch a baseball game downtown, but also because it brings

Jay Farrington Introduced as Director of School Safety

  Media ContactCollin McGlashen 619-248-7193 (cell) cmcglashen@guhsd.netSeptember 30, 2022  Jay Farrington Confirmed as Director of School SafetyCarrying out Governing Board resolution to protect students from the horrors of human trafficking will be a top priority for the 26-year public safety professional EL CAJON – The Grossmont Union High School District (GUHSD) Governing Board (Board) called a special meeting Wednesday to confirm Mr. Jay Farrington as its next

Santee Chamber Weekly Update 29SEP22

Hello Santee!   How many of you noticed our skies full of practice flights last week as preparation was underway for the 2022 MCAS Miramar Air Show? Or better yet, maybe you made it over to the base and experienced the fun firsthand at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar. For me, I was one of the lucky guests in attendance alongside Santee Chamber Director, and President of the East County EDC, James Sly. We were grateful to be hosted by business and community partner, Cox Communications as guests of Allen