By Ventura Breeze Staff –
The Ventura Chamber of Commerce held the Annual Meeting and Board Installation on January 15th, bringing together members, business leaders, and the Board of Directors to celebrate the year’s achievements, recognize outstanding contributions, and usher in new leadership.
The Board of Directors welcomed two new members, Pearce Swerdfeger from Sespe Consulting and Todd Mitchell from the Ventura Port District, and recognized outgoing Board Member Brian Pendleton for his years of service; the event also ushered in Amy Fonzo from California Resources Corporation as the new Board Chair, celebrated Aaron Gaston for his year as Chair and his 2024 recap, and honored President & CEO Stephanie Caldwell for her decade of leadership along with member anniversaries.
The Ventura Chamber – 2024 RECAP!By the Numbers:
- 12 Connection Breakfasts
- 12 LunchMobs
- 42 Ribbon Cuttings (more than 2023)
- 4 The MIX – two joint mixes with other Chambers to expand the networking opportunities
- 10 Teacher of the Month presentations
Major Events:
- Annual Meeting
- Spring Business Expo
- Fall Business Expo
- State of the City
- Leadership Reception
- Economic Outlook Breakfast
- Poinsettia Awards
Participated in:
- 28 City Council Meetings
Community Participation:
- Ventura County Pride
- Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
- The Winter Wine Walk
- The X-Games
- 9-11 Day of Remembrance
- Department of Rehabilitation Build Your Career
- Mid-Town Community Council Business Meet-up
- Point in Time Count (with City & County)
Spark of Love:
- 200+ Toys were collected
- 15 Chamber Businesses served as Collection Locations
- Relief Efforts for The Mountain Fire
YPG Activities (Young Professionals Group):
- 1 YPG Retreat
- 2 YPG Mixers
- Politics 101
- 2 Blood Drives
- 2 Trivia Challenges with YPG, Board, and Ambassadors
- Beach Clean-Up
Members, business leaders, and the Board of Directors gathered to celebrate the Ventura Chamber’s achievements and leadership transitions at the Annual Meeting and Board Installation on January 15.
