by Geno Quiroz | Nov 25, 2020 | News
The Marina Chamber of Commerce is Seeking an Experienced Administrative Assistant. ***Update 12/30/2020: This position is filled and we are no longer interviewing applicants for this position This is a sub-contracted role up to 14 hours a month ($25/hour)....
by Geno Quiroz | Nov 19, 2020 | News
This November, the Marina Chamber of Commerce initiated the Buy Local Marina Campaign from November 1st to November 28th. This year has been challenging and we have yet to know what the rest of the year will bring, but we can put our efforts together to create a...
by Geno Quiroz | Nov 11, 2020 | News
Your Marina Chamber of Commerce has engaged in several initiatives designed to bolster the region’s economic strength and enhance its competitive advantage. There are several ways we do that: Awareness Promotion Advocacy We recently created a brochure to talk about...
by Geno Quiroz | Aug 24, 2020 | News
Here is a list of the local Marina Hotels that have availability and discounts for fire evacuees as of Saturday, August 22nd. This list subject to change given the quickly changing circumstances so please call the hotel in advance to confirm accommodations rather than...
by Geno Quiroz | Aug 15, 2020 | News
The City of Marina recently announced new relaxed guidelines for businesses conducting operations outdoors. “In an effort to help businesses meet the requirements of the Monterey County Health Department with regards to the COVID-19 local emergency, outdoor use...
by Geno Quiroz | Jul 27, 2020 | Covid-19, News
Applications to be submitted to the City with supporting documentation on or before August 31, 2020, or award of loans totaling $150,000.00, whichever occurs first. The second round of funding will consider all applications received by July 6, 2020. Thereafter,...
by Geno Quiroz | Jun 25, 2020 | News
Local restaurants have long been a vibrant part of Marina’s character and, right now, they are ready to transport you to far-flung places while you shelter in place. Restaurant owners have set up strict safety precautions, including gloves and masks for their workers,...
by Geno Quiroz | Apr 9, 2020 | Unlisted
Looking for ways to support local businesses while staying at home? Marina local businesses & front-line organizations need us now more than ever during this shelter-in-place! The Marina Chamber of Commerce has joined together with a number of local businesses to...
by Geno Quiroz | Apr 4, 2020 | Covid-19, News
In these difficult times, we want to support your business and those in our community affected by COVID-19. Please join us in a free, new program coordinated by the Marina Chamber of Commerce. Gift Cards for Good: April 11- April 30 Customers buy a gift card to...
by Geno Quiroz | Apr 4, 2020 | Covid-19, Member Benefits, News
Gift cards have become an effective way to increase profits and, in times like these, are a nearly essential option for businesses to offer. During this shelter-in-place, most businesses are relying on new ways to bring in income while adhering to the new guidelines...
by Geno Quiroz | Mar 28, 2020 | Covid-19, Health & Fitness, News
The Importance of Online Community During Shelter in Place If there is one thing we learned this month, it is the value of having an online presence and community. As the Shelter in Place was enacted a few weeks ago, there were many restrictions as to how business was...
by Geno Quiroz | Jan 9, 2020 | News
Building New Website for Clients All Over the World Here at Monterey Premier, we are fortunate to work with big and small agencies all over the world. Most of our work is Business to Business and usually require a team of digital marketing specialists such as...
by Geno Quiroz | Nov 21, 2019 | News
We are accepting nominations for Treasurer of the Marina Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. If you are interested in finances and financial reporting, the economic vitality of our community, a local business owner that wants to help be a voice for other local...
by Geno Quiroz | Nov 21, 2019 | News
We are accepting nominations for Vice President of the Marina Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. If you are interested in the economic vitality of our community, a local business owner that wants to help be a voice for other local businesses, and/or have an...
by Geno Quiroz | Nov 1, 2019 | News
November’s Marina Cash Lunch Mob was at Michi Japanese Restaurant and once again, we had a great turnout. Several of us met for lunch at Michi Japanese Restaurant with cash in hand and “Marina Pride” in our hearts. These lunch events have been so wonderful. Our...
by Geno Quiroz | Sep 26, 2019 | News
The Marina Chamber of Commerce is announcing open positions for the 2020 Board of Directors. We are seeking leaders in the Marina Community to represent the Chamber’s Objectives as outlined in the Chamber ByLaws. OBJECTIVES The Marina Chamber of Commerce is organized...
by Geno Quiroz | Jul 27, 2019 | News, Volunteer Opportunities
Our Learn at Lunch events will start being held quarterly and they are a lot of fun, but we could use some volunteers to help. What is Learn at Lunch? The Learn at Lunch events are usually held in the main conference room at the Veterans Transition Center from...
by Geno Quiroz | Apr 22, 2019 | News
It Is a Wrap! The 11th edition of International Flavors of Marina was held on April 4 at the SpringHill Suites by Marriott. Our goal was to once again host a food, wine and beer event showcasing Marina’s culinary diversity. As live musicians set a festive and relaxed...
by Geno Quiroz | Apr 17, 2019 | News, Volunteer Opportunities
Help! We Need an Event Publisher to Help Us Approve and Publish Submitted Events on Our Website. With more and more people, businesses, and non-profits using our Marina Community Events Calendar, we need help approving and publishing new events. This usually takes...
by Geno Quiroz | Apr 9, 2019 | News
April’s “First Friday Cash Lunch Mob” at English Ales April’s Cash Lunch Mob was at English Ales and it was a huge success. Several of us met for lunch at English Ales with cash in hand and “Marina Pride” in our hearts. Our event...