Founded in 1912 the Carpinteria Valley Chamber of Commerce’s business is the community. The Chamber of Commerce is not a charity, but serves as an advocate organization for area businesses at the local, county, state and federal levels. The Chamber is the only business organization in the Carpinteria Valley, and we assist in creating a partnership with the community.

The Benefits of Membership in the Carpinteria Valley Chamber of Commerce are multifaceted. We offer many value-added programs and services that guarantee better business opportunities for our members and we can for you too. Whatever your business Manufacturing, Agriculture, Retail, Dining, Non-Profit, Professional or Services the Chamber offers you…

· Name recognition and identification in the community creates a positive public relations image;
· Access to a vast referral network;
· Publicity & Marketing opportunities in many publications,
· Events and activities throughout the year; · Member to Member Program;
· Free Exposure on the World Wide Web with a direct link from your listing to your website;
· Free Listing in the annual Business Directory and Visitors Guide;
· Networking opportunities to increase your visibility at breakfast meetings and mixers;
· Business Leadership and management seminars;
· The opportunity to create more benefits for your employees as your employees are members too!

Additionally, the Carpinteria Valley Chamber of Commerce provides a voice for your business with legislative advocacy and representation at various levels of government. We’ll keep you apprised of legislative actions that may impact your business. We can provide access to small business counseling through the SBDC (Small Business Development Center). All this and remember your dues are tax deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense.

There are several ways to become a member of the Carpinteria Valley Chamber of Commerce:

· click here for more information
· click here for an application
· call our office at 805-684-5479x10
· email maxine@carpinteriachamber.org

Membership equals Partnership ... Your Business in Partnership with the Community