Santee Chamber Weekly Update 
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 News from the President/CEO
 
Greetings from the Great Wall of China


 
Thank you to our sponsors and everyone who helped make the 2013 Santee Car Show & BBQ Festival another successful event! 
 
John Olsen
President/CEO
Santee Chamber of Commerce
619 449-6572
John@SanteeChamber.com

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 Ben Rolstas the Winner of the 1966 Mustang Raffle

  

Photo Credits: Jay Renard 

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Confused by the Healthcare Reform?

Insphere Insurance Licensed agents will be available to help you with: Understanding the law & how changes will affect you, Figuring out ig you qualify for state assistance through a subsidy, Determining the best plan that meets the needs & budget for you & your family, and Enrolling you in the right plan to avoid getting penalized. Learn more about how Insphere Insurance Solutions can help you.

Governor Signs Job Creator Bill That Helps Prevent Prop. 65 Drive-By Lawsuits

A California Chamber of Commerce supported job creator bill that aims to stop drive by lawsuits signed by Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. The bill received overwhelming unanimous support from every committee to review it, as well as the Assembly and Senate.

AB 227  protects small businesses from shake-down lawsuits related to alleged missing or inadequate signage required by Proposition 65 by providing them with a 14-day window to cure a signage violation in certain situations, thereby avoiding a private lawsuit. Read more

One Month Left to Submit Your Les Hart Memorial Scholarship Application

In fond remembrance of Les Hart, a loving father and husband, as well as a respected community leader and dedicated volunteer, Les' family and the Santee Chamber are pleased to announce this scholarship in his honor. The $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to an East County resident based on community service, and is intended to be used for education. Applications must be received by the Santee Chamber no later than November 19, 2013. The scholarship will be awarded in February at the Chamber's Annual Awards Night Dinner. Apply today!  

Transition from Manager to Leader

Today more than ever, managers at all levels are being asked to both lead and manage.  This course is intended for individuals who must effectively manage employees and consistently lead by example.  This program will enable you to understand the differences between leadership and management skills, develop a balance leadership and management and use your skills interchangeably.    Read more

Goodwill Invites You To Their Job Fair

 Wednesday, October 23, 2013 10:00am - 1:00 pm

Goodwill Store * 1676 Main Street, Ramona 92065

(760) 440-9440 

 

If you are interested in a career with Goodwill�, or know someone who is, we invite you to come to any Goodwill Community Employment Center. 

 

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5 Recruiting Habits Of Successful Leaders

Take a good hard look at your current HR and recruiting practices. Put yourself in the shoes of a talented person who has never heard of your company. How are you trying to reach that person? Are you using filtering tools to target the right kind of talent you need? How big a part does social media play? Are you engaging brand advocates and influencers? How is the language in your employer branding and follow-up information? Read more

Accion Hosting Small-Business Workshops 

Accion San Diego, the nonprofit micro lender, is hosting free, round-robin small business workshops Oct. 19 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Joe and Vi Jacobs Center, 404 Euclid Ave. in San Diego. The topics include using Google products for a business; creating a website; health care for entrepreneurs; social media and online marketing; financing options; and business plans. Read more