
Aki Fresh Mex-Blue Zones Project Approved
Aki Fresh Mex opened its doors for business on January 18, 2020 and since then the journey has been a bumpy one because of the pandemic. However, Isabel Escorcia the owner of Aki Fresh Mex has been staying confident that things will get better. Isabel worked at...

Seeking Marina Chamber of Commerce 2022 Board of Directors
The Marina Chamber of Commerce is announcing open positions for the 2022 Board of Directors. We are seeking leaders in the Marina Community to represent the Chamber’s Objectives as outlined in the Chamber Bylaws.

Nakagawa Living Wreath Fundraiser
Captain Gordon R. Nakagawa Scholarship Wreaths Across America - Living Wreath Fundraiser Now through November 29th The Marina Foundation has partnered again this year with Wreaths Across America (WAA) so that donations can be made for living wreaths to go...

Buy Local Marina 2021
Your Marina Chamber of Commerce is once again encouraging our community to Buy Locally in Marina to help us all make the most of the coming shopping season by supporting our local businesses.

Workshop on the Downtown Specific Plan
On September 9, 2021, the Marina Chamber of Commerce hosted a workshop on the downtown specific plan. We were joined by City officials who were able to give us some updates and helped address questions from the public The goal of this workshop was to provide an...

Blue Zones Project Monterey Walking Moai Teams in Marina
Marina Chamber of Commerce member, Blue Zones Project Monterey County encourages changes in our community that lead to healthier options and improved lives. When our entire community participates – from our worksites and schools to our restaurants and grocery stores –...

Hire Interns to Work with You!
Employers can post their internship opportunities for free on Monterey Bay Internships, mbinterns.org. The site is easy and accessible to use, connecting you to local college students eager to be mentored and receive real-world work experience!

CCCE’s NEW Vendor Registry
Central Coast Community Energy (CCCE) has created a Vendor Registry and wants you to register your business and share with other local, small to medium businesses. The goal of the directory is to increase the economic benefit of CCCE to these organizations by...

Free Seniors Strength Class in Marina!
After this past year, many of us are experiencing different feelings towards exercise. Some might feel excited to get back into a routine while others are nervous. We understand that it takes time to adjust and get back into the swing of things. We created this class as a safe place for seniors of any fitness level to participate in and work towards becoming healthier and more independent.

Monterey Bay Career Connect LinkedIn Group
Join Monterey Bay Career Connect LinkedIn Group to connect for careers, recruitments, internships, and more throughout the region!
Recent Posts
Affordable housing project in Marina will proceed
Construction is underway on an affordable housing project in The Dunes area of southern Marina. It will add 140 apartments to the region as soon as 2024 amidst the ongoing housing crisis. "In a press release, Marina City Manager Layne Long applauded the project,...
The Long Awaited Marina Station Development Approved at Armstrong Ranch!
On Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2022 in a 4-1 vote, Marina City leaders made a final approval on the development project called “Marina Station.” It was the third meeting regarding the project. It was first approved back in 2005. The developer was seeking a Development...
New Affordable Housing in East Garrison
Construction of 66 Family Apartments on Ord Avenue in East Garrison Marina Chamber of Commerce member CHISPA is pleased to have started construction of our newest development, East Garrison Apartments. Building information: 66 two-and-three-bedroom apartments. 65...
Why You Should Start Collecting More Customer Reviews
Word of mouth has long been a powerful tool in getting new customers. Especially here in Marina. As everyone knows, online reviews are the new “word of mouth” referral system most relied upon by shoppers. Research shows that 90% of consumers read online reviews before...
Are You Really Listening?
We tend to think of listening as a quite common skill. It’s something that we all learn as we grow up, through verbal and non-verbal communication. From a business perspective, when I talk about listening I am referring to listening to your existing customers and to...