Sharing the Stories of Our Local Economy
The Local Business Spotlight is a monthly program hosted in partnership with the Santa Maria Times to showcase the diverse and innovative businesses that make our region unique. Each month, we select one Chamber member to be featured through a professional video profile and an in-depth article published by the Santa Maria Times. This collaborative initiative provides a behind-the-scenes look at the people, passions, and products that drive the Santa Maria Valley.
This program works to promote business and opportunity for the Santa Maria Valley by giving our members a high-visibility platform to share their story with the entire community. By highlighting the successes and challenges of local entrepreneurs, we foster a deeper connection between residents and the business owners who support our local economy. These spotlights celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit of the North County and encourage our community to think local first.



Recent Spotlight Articles
Explore the in-depth stories and video profiles of our featured members from the Santa Maria Times:
Santa Maria's Growing Ground Farms cultivates model mental health, community transition services
- Business Spotlight: Care Connection Transport Services celebrates 5 years of service
- Boys & Girls Club celebrating 60 years of service on the Central Coast
- 'The Garden' offers Mediterranean flavors, unique dining option in Santa Maria
- Fuego 97.1 has evolved into an event promoter, community conduit, radio station
- Poor Richard's Press has offered innovative printing, branding services for nearly 80 years | Chamber Spotlight