State of Education Event to Address Key Educational Developments and Community Initiatives in Santa Maria Valley
[SANTA MARIA, CA. April 2, 2025] - Local leaders will come together to share insights into current initiatives and future plans for supporting students, schools and workforce development in the region at the annual State of Education event, scheduled for Wednesday, April 30, 2025, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. PDT at the Santa Maria Fairpark, Fountain Pavilion, located at 937 S. Thornburg St., Santa Maria, CA 93458. Hosted by the Santa Maria Valley Chamber, the event will include presentations from the Santa
NextGen CEO Program Kicking Off March 27
[SANTA MARIA, CA. March 25, 2025] - The NextGen CEO cohort of Spring 2025 will kick off March 27, 2025, featuring over 20 student participants learning how to start and run their own business. NextGen CEO is a nine-week digital business education course that teaches kids the basics of starting their own business, courtesy of the Santa Maria Valley Chamber. The program is targeted to those at a sixth-grade learning level and covers five main categories, including business fundamentals, cost models,
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Santa Maria Valley Chamber Announces Terri Oneschuck as Vice President of Finance and Administration
[SANTA MARIA, CA. March 17, 2025] – The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the promotion of Terri Oneschuck to Vice President of Finance and Administration. Oneschuck, who has been an integral part of the Chamber team since May 2011, brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her new role. In her expanded position, Oneschuck will continue to oversee financial reporting, human resources, and provide support to the Board of Directors. She will also maintain her oversight
California Small Businesses Eligible for Paid Family Leave Grants - Online application is open
[SANTA MARIA, CA. July 1, 2024] -- Eligible small businesses across California can now apply for grants of up to $2,000 per employee through California’s Paid Family Leave (PFL) program. This initiative, funded by the California Employment Training Panel and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency, aims to support small businesses in managing the additional costs incurred when employees take leave.These grants are designed to help small businesses cover expenses such as cross-training existing
