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International Business Affairs Forum

The Border Dynamic: A Conversation on Global Competitiveness & Regional Opportunities

Border cities around the world not only benefit from a close proximity to a different country, but also the presence of diverse cultural traditions and endless opportunities for collaboration. For our next Forum, we’ll look at how border cities in different parts of the U.S. and the world are fostering greater peace and prosperity in their region. Our guest speakers will share perspectives from Arizona-Sonora, Sha’ar HaNegev, Israel, and the Port of Algeciras in Spain to discuss the opportunities, common challenges, and best practices to boost economic competitiveness in border regions world wide.

From pilot programs that allow Mexican citizens to travel without processing an I-94 permit in Arizona, to industrial zones to improve living conditions in Sha’ar HaNagev, border regions and ports around the world are finding innovative solutions to address local challenges. Taking the lead as the highest ranked European port and one of the largest commercial ports in the Mediterranean, the Port of Algeciras is renowned for its ongoing infrastructure investments to accommodate almost 29,000 ships every year.

Join us on March 10 for a conversation on border efficiencies from a global perspective and how border regions around the world collaborate to reach common goals. Speakers will provide an overview on their significant efforts to facilitate trade, improve border infrastructure, and binational diplomacy of their respective border region. The Chamber is proud to partner with the San Diego Diplomacy Council, the MARICOPA Association of Governments, the Jewish Federation of San Diego, and the Embassy of Spain in the U.S. for this month’s International Business Affairs Forum.

About the International Business Affairs Forums

 

Through the International Business Affairs Forums, the Chamber provides business leaders with the essential knowledge and resources needed to thrive within the binational marketplace. Attendees also have the opportunity to build and strengthen new relationships, exchange ideas, and debate policies that are relevant to the Cali-Baja business community. Meetings are held monthly, at the San Diego Regional Chamber office or in Tijuana

Registration is open to Chamber members only. If you are not a Chamber member, please contact Joshua Peters, Membership Benefits Coordinator, at jpeters@sdchamber.org to discuss membership opportunities and attending as a guest.


Event Details

Date: March 10th, 2022
Time: 10:00am – 11:30 am

Location:
Zoom

Contact Details:
Kenia Zamarripa
Phone: 619-544-1316
Email: kzamarripa@sdchamber.org

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Get Fit 30-Day Challenge

The Chamber’s annual Get Fit 30-Day Challenge is back and begins January 10, 2022!

The Challenge, sponsored by Kaiser Permanente, is a fun and friendly fitness competition designed to help you become more active and healthy for 30 days so that you can continue to maintain a healthy lifestyle long after the competition ends.

The Challenge is open to individuals and teams, participation is completely free, and you do not need to be a Chamber member to participate. Everyone is welcome to take part in the Challenge.

All Get Fit Challengers will have access to the online Daily Endorphin mobile app and website, where fitness and nutrition activities can be tracked 24/7. Prizes will be awarded to the individuals and teams in each division who earn the most points at the end of the 30 days.

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Small Business Awards

 


 

Do you have a business success story? Is your business/minority business leading in your field? Or maybe you’re a nonprofit whose mission is all about the community… If so, you should consider applying for the Chamber’s Small Business Awards, where we honor our region’s top small businesses that are driving the San Diego economy forward.

Winning an award for your organization is a great way to strengthen your brand, increase your visibility and stand out from the competition. Finalists and award recipients will be recognized at our Small Business Awards Mixer in front of 200+ business and community leaders.

Applications for the Small Business Awards open in the spring and are quick, easy, and free for members. Keep an eye on our newsletters for the announcement of when applications open and read below for more information about the awards.

 


Eligibility Requirements

All applicants must be a current member in good standing with the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce. Eligible applicants must have 50 or fewer employees in total. Small businesses (including nonprofits) must be independently owned and operated, and home-based, street front or office-based organizations. Organizations may apply to multiple categories. Award winners from the last 2 years will not be eligible to win again in the same category.


Benefits

Winning an award is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure for your company and earn recognition for your achievements.

Winners receive:

  • Recognition during the Small Business Awards Mixer
  • Award engraved with company name
  • Official award winner logo
  • Digital, and social media recognition
  • Complimentary tabletop exhibit at a future Chamber mixer

Finalists receive:

  • Recognition at the Small Business Awards Mixer and listing in the event program
  • Digital and social media recognition

Testimonials

zeynep_ex“Confirm Biosciences is honored to have received this award as Outstanding Emerging Business. We are grateful for this recognition and would like to thank the San Diego Chamber for their outstanding work in the community and their support of growing businesses.”

Zeynep Ilgaz | President & CEO, Confirm Biosciences

 

“As a nonprofit agency in the senior space, ElderHelp of San Diego works hard to convey the message that there are too many seniors in San Diego whose safety net has failed them. Those seniors are almost invisible, and we look forward to any opportunity to get the word out. We are very pleased that our Bill Trumpfheller Social Impact Award allowed a new audience to learn about ElderHelp and its social impact for seniors.”

Gretchen Veihl | Director of Philanthropy, ElderHelp

 

“Being recognized by the Chamber is a huge honor. Participating in award opportunities has helped us to elevate our brand awareness and establish our credibility.  Exposure to different audiences through the Chamber has helped us to gain additional clients, increase our presence in San Diego and allow others the chance to get to know us. We are grateful for the hard work the Chamber does to support small businesses and look forward to being part of the organization for years to come.”

Jennifer Barnes | CEO, Optima Office


 

2021 Award Categories

Community Minded

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This award recognizes an organization that is dedicated to helping others and making a positive impact in the community during this time of crisis/uncertainty.

Best Success Story

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Now’s your turn to brag about your organization’s success this past year– large or small – but something you’re proud of.

Outstanding Minority, Woman, Veteran, DBE-Owned Business

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This award celebrates the success of a small business that is contributing to the growth and diversity of the American economy.

Customers First

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Customer service is what sets this organization apart from the competition.

 

 

 

Business After Four Mixer at ReBru Spirits


Come join fellow Chamber members, business, and community leaders for an Oktoberfest-themed Business After Four Mixer at ReBru Spirits. Located in one of San Diego’s up-and-coming hotspots for cutting-edge art and authentic local culture, Barrio Logan, this distillery is known for its sustainability. This location has a newly developed event venue, Sideyard, that is the perfect outdoor space for enjoying beverages and some of these members’ finest eats while networking with other Chamber members.


Event Details

Date: Thursday, October 14, 2021

Time: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Location: 1735 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92113

Parking: Street Parking as available. Parking lot available after 6pm – access through the alleyway behind the brewery. Please see the parking map for more details

Contact Details: Monica Negrete | Phone: (619) 544-1343 |  Email: mnegrete@sdchamber.org

Event Pricing:
Bronze members & higher: up to 3 free admissions per company*
Standard members: 1 free admission – email jpeters@sdchamber.org if you wish to bring a guest.

* quantities can be selected after entering your member account information in the registration window below


Tabletop Exhibit

Showcase your business with a tabletop exhibit to boost your visibility and gain access to 200+ attendees at the event!

A tabletop at each event costs $200 and includes the following:

  • Tabletop located in a prominent, high-visibility location
  • Copy of all business cards collected at the event (upon request)

Reserve your tabletop in the registration section below. 


About Our Host

A new eco-friendly multi-concept dining and imbibing destination, referred to as the “Acre of Awesome,” is a new project among collective affiliated businesses based in the historic Fraser’s Boiler Service building (1735 National Avenue).

This project is occupied by Thorn Brewing Co, Kove hard yerba matte, and ReBru Spirits, a micro-distillery producing award-winning small-batch spirits exclusively derived from unsold local craft beer with an all-outdoor restaurant serving up pizza, smoked BBQ, and craft cocktails. With so much to offer all in one place, the Acre of Awesome has something for everyone’s liking. Be sure to take a tour of their site during the mixer to learn more!


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Please input the email address associated with your Chamber membership.

The San Diego Regional Chamber and ReBru Spirits have taken enhanced health and safety measures. Help keep each other healthy and stay home if you are not well and follow all posted instructions on the day of the event.

By registering for and attending this event, you are voluntarily assuming all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and will not hold the Chamber or the venue in any way responsible for any consequences related to such exposure.

Holiday Reception at Music Box

‘Tis the season! Come join fellow Chamber members, business, and community leaders for a holiday mixer at one of San Diego’s premier music and event venues, Music Box. Located in Little Italy, this 13,000 sq ft. tri-level venue is the perfect space for enjoying beverages and appetizers while networking with other Chamber members at our most popular mixer of the year!

Space is limited due to COVID 19 social distancing protocols. Music Box requires all patrons, staff, and performers to provide vaccination verification OR a negative COVID-19 PCR test performed within 72 hours prior to entry. Please bring physical or digital proof, along with your ID, to the event.

It’s a great time to give back! During the event, the Veterans Village of San Diego will be accepting donations of hygiene kit items or gift cards to purchase products for VVSD residents and outreach programs this holiday season. For a list of items most needed please click here.


Event Details

 

Date: Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Time: 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Location: Music Box, 1337 India St, San Diego 92101

Street parking available, plus local parking structures:
First National Bank Center: 401 W A St, San Diego, CA 92101
Ace Uniforms Parking Lot:1301 India St San Diego, CA 92101
Ace Parking:1468 India St, San Diego, CA 92101

Contact Details: Monica Negrete | Phone: (619) 544-1343 |  Email: mnegrete@sdchamber.org

Event Pricing:
Bronze members & higher: up to 3 free admissions per company*
Standard members: 1 free admission – email jpeters@sdchamber.org if you wish to bring a guest.

* quantities can be selected after entering your member account information in the registration window below


Tabletop Exhibit

 

Showcase your business with a tabletop exhibit to boost your visibility and gain access to 200+ attendees at the event!

A tabletop at each event costs $200 and includes the following:

  • Tabletop located in a prominent, high-visibility location
  • Copy of all business cards collected at the event (upon request)

Tabletop reservations are sold out at this time.


About Our Host

 

The Music Box venue features live music and entertainment weekly. This concert and event space opened up in 2015 and was previously a venue known as Anthology. This venue was remodeled in the tradition of legendary venues such as The Fillmore in San Francisco, and the Palladium, El Rey, and Wiltern in Los Angeles; it is truly unique among San Diego nightlife destinations. When in the venue, be sure to take a look at all the locally sourced art covering the walls starting with their handmade logo murals.


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*Music Box requires all patrons, staff, and performers to provide vaccination verification OR a negative COVID-19 PCR test performed within 72 hours prior to entry. Please bring physical or digital proof to the event. Also, this is a 21+ event so please be prepared to show ID.

The San Diego Regional Chamber and Music Box have taken enhanced health and safety measures. Help keep each other healthy and stay home if you are not well and follow all posted instructions on the day of the event.

By registering for and attending this event, you are voluntarily assuming all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and will not hold the Chamber or the venue in any way responsible for any consequences related to such exposure.

Business After Four Mixer at University Club Atop Symphony Towers


Come join fellow Chamber members, business, and community leaders for a Business After Four Mixer at University Club atop Symphony Towers. The University Club, sits atop one of downtown’s highest skyscrapers and offers a spectacular 360-degree view of lovely downtown San Diego. This location is the perfect space for enjoying beverages and some of their finest eats while networking with other Chamber members.

A CHANCE TO GIVE BACK…

During the event, Cross Border Xpress (CBX), the bi-national bridge connecting San Diego to the Tijuana International Airport – will be collecting toy donations for children in need as part of their 4th annual “One Toy One Smile” initiative this April. To participate, simply bring a new toy* to the event and receive one FREE southbound CBX ticket ($18 value).

Donations are also accepted at their ticket counter through April 30 and will go to multiple organizations in Tijuana including Fundación Teletón’s Child Rehabilitation and Inclusion Centers (CRIT), Hospital Infantil de las Californias, and Orphanage Emmanuel.

*Toys must be new, have a minimum value of $15, be non-violent and not require batteries. 


Event Details

Date: Monday, April 4, 2022

Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Location:
750 B Street Suite 3400
San Diego, CA 92101

Parking:
• Self parking in the garage $10/car
• Valet $15/car

Contact Details: Monica Negrete | Phone: (619) 544-1343 |  Email: mnegrete@sdchamber.org

Event Pricing:
Bronze members & higher: up to 3 free admissions per company*
Standard members: 1 free admission – email jpeters@sdchamber.org if you wish to bring a guest.

* quantities can be selected after entering your member account information in the registration window below


Tabletop Exhibit

Showcase your business with a tabletop exhibit to boost your visibility and gain access to 200+ attendees at the event!

A tabletop at each event costs $200 and includes the following:

  • Tabletop located in a prominent, high-visibility location
  • Copy of all business cards collected at the event (upon request)

Reserve your tabletop in the registration section below.


ABOUT OUR HOST

The University Club atop Symphony Towers is where diverse, influential members of our San Diego community come together and form meaningful relationships by discovering common interests, engaging in stimulating conversations, and sharing memorable experiences.

Our club is unmatched in the San Diego area for our ability to curate memorable and meaningful experiences. Members and non-members alike are invited to host an event from this crowning point of the city and treat your guests to an occasion replete with enriching moments and elements of wonder.


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Please input the email address associated with your Chamber membership.

The San Diego Regional Chamber and University Club atop Symphony Towers have taken enhanced health and safety measures. Help keep each other healthy and stay home if you are not well and follow all posted instructions on the day of the event.

By registering for and attending this event, you are voluntarily assuming all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and will not hold the Chamber or the venue in any way responsible for any consequences related to such exposure.

Business After Four Mixer with iBBQ


Come join fellow Chamber members, business, and community leaders for a Business After Four Mixer hosted by iBBQ. The mixer will be located at their upcoming restaurant, Social Grilling, in Del Mar where you will get to experience the social grilling concept yourself around their signature Angara grilling table. This venue will be the perfect outdoor space to enjoying beverages and some of Bekker’s Catering finest eats while networking with other Chamber members.


Event Details

Date: Thursday, May 26, 2022

Time: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Location: 1201 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar , CA 92014

Parking: City Hall or Street Parking

Contact Details: Monica Negrete | Phone: (619) 544-1343 |  Email: mnegrete@sdchamber.org

Event Pricing:
Bronze members & higher: up to 3 free admissions per company*
Standard members: 1 free admission – email jpeters@sdchamber.org if you wish to bring a guest.

* quantities can be selected after entering your member account information in the registration window below


Tabletop Exhibit

Showcase your business with a tabletop exhibit to boost your visibility and gain access to 200+ attendees at the event!

A tabletop at each event costs $200 and includes the following:

  • Tabletop located in a prominent, high-visibility location
  • Copy of all business cards collected at the event (upon request)

Reserve your tabletop in the registration section below. 


About Our Host


Shahin and Karim Pirani were at the Royal Hampton Court Palace Flower Show in Surrey, England, when they discovered what would become the inspiration for their signature grilling table, the  Angara grilling table…The transformative design of the Angara grilling table has given rise to the term Social Grilling®, an experience similar in kind to the one folks in Asia have enjoyed for centuries around the Korean barbecue table or the Japanese Hibachi table.

Thanks to social grilling’s immersive dining experience, family members and especially the young, now actually want to sit, interact and dine with their parents, just like children used to, before the dawn of the internet and the smartphone. Angara is the magnet that brings families together for the evening meal to bond, by sharing stories and laughter.


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Please input the email address associated with your Chamber membership.

The San Diego Regional Chamber and iBBQ have taken enhanced health and safety measures. Help keep each other healthy and stay home if you are not well and follow all posted instructions on the day of the event.

By registering for and attending this event, you are voluntarily assuming all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and will not hold the Chamber or the venue in any way responsible for any consequences related to such exposure.

Business After Four Mixer with WeWork


Come join fellow Chamber members, business, and community leaders for a Business After Four Mixer at WeWork. Located in the heart of Downtown San Diego, this WeWork location has a great sunlit patio all outdoors that is the perfect space for enjoying beverages and appetizers while networking with other Chamber members.


Event Details

Date: Thursday, June 23, 2022

Time: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Location:
600 B Street
Suite 300
San Diego, CA 92101

Parking:
Onsite parking is available for $8/hour and maxes out at $28. Nearby garages can be found and paid for in advance here.

Contact Details: Monica Negrete | Phone: (619) 544-1343 |  Email: mnegrete@sdchamber.org

Event Pricing:
Bronze members & higher: up to 3 free admissions per company*
Standard members: 1 free admission – email jpeters@sdchamber.org if you wish to bring a guest.

* quantities can be selected after entering your member account information in the registration window below


Tabletop Exhibit

Showcase your business with a tabletop exhibit to boost your visibility and gain access to 200+ attendees at the event!

A tabletop at each event costs $200 and includes the following:

  • Tabletop located in a prominent, high-visibility location

Reserve your tabletop in the registration section below.


ABOUT OUR HOST

For all the ways you work, we’re here.
WeWork was founded in 2010 with the vision to create environments where people and companies come together and do their best work. Since opening our first location in New York City, we’ve grown into a global workplace provider committed to delivering flexible solutions, inspiring, safety-focused spaces, and unmatched community experiences. Today, we’re constantly reimagining how the workplace can help everyone, from freelancers to Fortune 500s, be more motivated, productive, and happy—because that’s how tomorrow works.

At WeWork, our true north is to make a positive impact on the world around us. We are dedicated to caring for people and the planet, and to weaving our purpose into our business. This will continue to make WeWork a force for good and inspires our team, our communities, and our peers to care for one another, to make choices every day that help our environment, and to always do the right thing.

Our global footprint includes over 700 locations, reaching 575,000 members. San Diego is home to two WeWork locations – 600 B Street Downtown and Aventine in the UTC area. Should you be interested in learning more about WeWork, please reach out to  to schedule a free trial day!


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Please input the email address associated with your Chamber membership.

The San Diego Regional Chamber and WeWork have taken enhanced health and safety measures. Help keep each other healthy and stay home if you are not well and follow all posted instructions on the day of the event.

By registering for and attending this event, you are voluntarily assuming all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and will not hold the Chamber or the venue in any way responsible for any consequences related to such exposure.

Business After Four Mixer at Manchester Grand Hyatt


Come join fellow Chamber members, business, and community leaders for a Business After Four Mixer at Manchester Grand Hyatt. This hotel features 1,628 guestrooms and 320,000 square feet of event space with stunning Pacific Ocean and city views and is just steps from some of the city’s top attractions. This mixer will take place in their Marina Courtyard; a great space for enjoying beverages and appetizers while networking with other Chamber members.


Event Details

Date: Thursday, August 18, 2022

Time: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Location: 1 Market Place, San Diego, CA 92101

Click here for directions & a map to the Marina Courtyard

Parking: Discounted Special Event Valet Parking at $16.00 and Self-Parking at $11.00 per car
(To get the discounted parking rate for tonight’s event, please bring your parking ticket with you to the registration table and we will give you a discount sticker)

Contact Details: Monica Negrete | Phone: (619) 544-1343 |  Email: mnegrete@sdchamber.org

Event Pricing: Bronze members & higher: up to 3 free admissions per company*
Standard members: 1 free admission – email jpeters@sdchamber.org if you wish to bring a guest.

* quantities can be selected after entering your member account information in the registration window below


Tabletop Exhibit

Showcase your business with a tabletop exhibit to boost your visibility and gain access to 200+ attendees at the event!

A tabletop at each event costs $200 and includes the following:

  • Tabletop located in a prominent, high-visibility location

Reserve your tabletop in the registration section below.


ABOUT OUR HOST

Situated in Southern California, amidst its vibrant culture and natural beauty, the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego offers stunning views, upscale amenities, and the comfort and convenience of being a waterfront hotel in downtown San Diego. We are the largest resort-style hotel on the West Coast, with 1,628 spacious rooms which feature soothing décor and modern amenities to help relax and recharge during a California escape.

We offer 320,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space with sweeping ocean and city views. Our four elegant, configurable ballrooms are among the largest in the city, and several feature adjoining waterfront terraces. You can also choose from 61 breakout rooms and unique spaces, including intimate reception spaces with private terraces on the 32nd and 33rd floors, of our Seaport Tower. Our dedicated catering team partners with local providers to serve delicious, seasonal food for any event.

Some of our notable awards include being a AAA, 4 Diamond Hotel, Cvent’s Top 10 Meeting Hotel in the United States, TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence, and the Union Tribune’s Top Workplace in the Large Business Category.


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Please input the email address associated with your Chamber membership.

The San Diego Regional Chamber and Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego have taken enhanced health and safety measures. Help keep each other healthy and stay home if you are not well and follow all posted instructions on the day of the event.

By registering for and attending this event, you are voluntarily assuming all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and will not hold the Chamber or the venue in any way responsible for any consequences related to such exposure.

Circle of Influence Reception at San Diego Mission Bay Resort

Enjoy a beautiful summer evening on the bay with the Chamber board of directors, elected officials, and members at the exclusive Circle of Influence Reception, hosted by San Diego Mission Bay Resort. The stunning bay views and refreshing aesthetic of this resort will put you in vacation mode as you network next to the pool with fellow Chamber members.

This reception is open to Circle of Influence members (bronze level and higher) and invited guests.


Event Details

Date: Wednesday, September 7, 2022

Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Location: 1775 East Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, 92109

Parking: Complimentary parking inside the parking gates on the property, which will be labeled with an “Event Parking” sign.

Contact Details: Monica Negrete | Phone: (619) 544-1343 | Email: mnegrete@sdchamber.org

Event Pricing: Bronze members & higher: up to 3 free admissions per company*

* quantities can be selected after entering your member account information in the registration window below


ABOUT OUR HOST

Discover San Diego Mission Bay Resort, where the best of the Southern California lifestyle is at your fingertips. The newly transformed waterfront resort invites you to indulge in the heart of San Diego. Feel at home and inspired in the all-new sophisticated, beach-chic rooms and suites. Bask in the sun poolside in a lounge chair or your own private cabana… or just dive right in. If you’re looking to relax, head over to Spa Brezza with a focus on wellbeing, treat yourself to a massage, facial, treatment on the only Himalayan salt table in San Diego, and so much more.

Join us for happy hour or dinner at Covewood, right on the water at Mission Bay where you’ll experience a front-row seat to beautiful sunsets paired with California coastal cuisine. If you’re looking for a more energetic and lively feel, come hang out at Plaza Del Sol with our nightly live music for Sol Sessions featuring a different genre every night, you’ll be sure to enjoy San Diego’s evenings by the firepits. Work hard, play hard is the motto we live by with our corporate meetings and events – from creative catering, flexible space, and a dedicated onsite coordinator, we are your one-stop shop for a specular event. For a quintessential San Diego Venue, say “I do” overlooking Mission Bay.

Take the San Diego lifestyle one step further and be on “vacay” all year round with our Club Membership. With access to the resort pool and tennis, discount on all dining, spa treatments, and guestrooms – you’ll never need to leave the city.


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Please input the email address associated with your Chamber membership.

The San Diego Regional Chamber and San Diego Mission Bay Resort San Diego have taken enhanced health and safety measures. Help keep each other healthy and stay home if you are not well and follow all posted instructions on the day of the event.

By registering for and attending this event, you are voluntarily assuming all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and will not hold the Chamber or the venue in any way responsible for any consequences related to such exposure.