Santee Chamber Committees

Are you interested in getting more involved with the Santee Chamber? Is there an event you love and want your input heard? If you are an active member of the Santee Chamber and would like to join one of the below committees, want more information, or for any schedule changes please send all email inquiries to info@SanteeChamber.com. 

Business Awards Night

An annual celebration for Chamber Members, Community Leaders and Elected Officials to come together for Santee’s Favorites contest winners and other local honors.

Chair: 

Mike Clinkenbeard, Farmers Insurance

Meeting Frequency: 

Every 3rd Tuesday @ 12PM

Location: 

Sportsplex USA Santee

9951 Riverwalk Dr, Santee, CA 92071

 

Executive Committee

Group of annual officers of the Board of Directors to meet regularly and under special circumstances when needed to make recommendations to the entire Board.

Chair: 

Susie Parks, Coffee Corner

Members:

Daniel Buksa, Mission Realty Group - 1st Vice Chair 

Darcy Fagerwold, Expressions Dance & Movement Center - 2nd Vice Chair

Curtis Anderson, Salon Thrive - 3rd Vice Chair

Mike Aiken, Carlton Oaks Golf Club - Secretary

Richard Hatcher, California Coast Credit Union - Treasurer

Melissa Dombo, Raceway Electric & Solar - Past Chair

Meeting Frequency: 

Every 2nd Wednesday @ 12PM

Location: 

Mission Realty Group

278 Town Center Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071

 

Golf Tournament:

An annual golf tournament for local business members to collaborate with service organizations while honoring Veterans on the green and featuring a raffle, lunch on the lawn and an awards ceremony during a cocktail reception. 

Chair: 

Mike Aiken, Carlton Oaks Golf Club 

Meeting Frequency:

Every 1st Thursday @ 10AM

Location: 

Carlton Oaks Country Club

9200 Inwood Dr, Santee, CA 92071

 

Government Affairs / Candidates Forum

The Government Affairs Committee serves as a bridge between the business community and local, state, and federal governments. Its primary role is to advocate for policies that promote economic growth, support local businesses, and improve the overall business climate. This committee plays a key role in ensuring that the voices of chamber members are heard in legislative and regulatory processes, while keeping businesses informed about changes in laws and policies that may impact them.

Chair: 

Barbara Ryan, Santee School District

Meeting Frequency:

Every 3rd Monday @ 8:30AM

Location: 

Padre Dam Municipal Water District

9300 Fanita Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071

 

Heroes Celebration

A gathering of Santee organizations, local leaders and elected officials, brought together for recognition to celebrate community impact awards and our Person of the Year. 

Chair: 

Stephanie Wooding, Best Day Ever Wedding + Events

Meeting Frequency:

Every 2nd Tuesday @ 10AM

Location: 

Mission Realty Group

278 Town Center Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071

 

Membership/Ambassador Committee

A team of dedicated volunteers committed to the recruitment of new business members and the support and development of existing members of the Santee Chamber. 

Chair: 

TBD

Meeting Frequency:

Every 4th Thursday @ 10AM

Location: 

Mission Realty Group

278 Town Center Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071

 

Party with a Purpose

A holiday themed party and tied-in scholarship fundraiser, dedicated to empowering local high school students in pursuit of trades careers. 

Chair: 

Daniel Buksa, Mission Realty Group 

Meeting Frequency:

TBD

 

Santee Street Fair

The ultimate one-day block party over Memorial Day weekend which is free to the public and has fun for the whole family with our food, beer, rides and vendors.

Chair: 

Tim Staump, Staump Music School

Meeting Frequency:

Every 2nd Monday @ 12PM

Location: 

Mission Realty Group

278 Town Center Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071

 

Magazine

Creates, reviews, and publishes quarterly magazines to provide a platform for relevant business and residential news to the homes and businesses of Santee.

Chair: 

TBD

Meeting Frequency:

Every 4th Wednesday @ 4PM

Location: 

Mission Realty Group

278 Town Center Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071

 

Santee Chamber of Commerce Foundation for Good Board

Fosters a stronger, more vibrant community by supporting local business, engaging with residents, and creating opportunities for collaboration and growth while overcoming pressing issues, including workforce development and education.

Chair: 

Kristen Dare, Waste Management 

Meeting Frequency:

Every 2nd Thursday @ 12PM

Location: 

Mission Realty Group

278 Town Center Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071

 

Young Professionals / Youth Business Fair

Providing a platform to develop San Diego's young business leaders and entrepreneurs through education, community service, and networking.

Chair: 

Terri Bozher, Momentum Tutoring 

Members:

AJ Tota, Kiwanis Club

Meeting Frequency:

TBD