FOCUS ON BUSINESS
Membership Benefits
Making the Most of your Membership
Business Development
The Business Development Committee is responsible for
the planning, organization and presentation of the monthly
Breakfast and Luncheon programs. These programs are held
for networking and promoting member businesses while
enjoying dynamic speakers who address subjects of interest.
Government Affairs
The reward of belonging to the Calabasas Chamber of
Commerce is full-time representation with year-round results.
In a community the size of Calabasas, a single voice may
often go unheard, but the collective voice provided by the
Calabasas Chamber of Commerce has benefited local
businesses for nearly 50 years. Join us and discover for
yourself what a great return you can make on an investment
in the Calabasas Chamber—always at work for you!
The Government Affairs Committee considers legislation
at city, county, state and federal levels, and makes specific
recommendations on legislation to the Board of Directors.
The City of Calabasas gives a report, and guest speakers are
often invited to talk about issues that impact the community.
Education Committee
The Education Committee supports the education of our
future work force by providing a link between the business
community and local schools to initiate and promote programs
of mutual interest. This committee also awards graduating
students from local middle and high schools for scholastic
honors, positive attitudes, academic efforts, and their
contributions to the community.
Attorneys Forum
The Attorneys Forum consists of the Chamber attorneys
who meet several times a year to network and provide referrals.
In conjunction with the City of Calabasas, the attorneys
participate in the May 1st “Law Day” every year and provide
free legal advice to community members of the Calabasas
Chamber, residents of Calabasas and neighboring citizens.
Membership & Deputy Program
The Chamber has a dedicated Membership Committee
to assist in membership development and satisfaction as well
as “value added” membership programs. New Member Meet
& Greets are held during the year to make new members feel
welcome and educate them on utilizing Chamber programs.
Member Appreciation Day celebrates member support.
Chamber Deputies, known as the “meeters and greeters”
of the Chamber, organize the delivery of a gift to the other
members whose businesses are located in the area.
Monthly Business Networking Events
These “after-5” membership get-togethers provide
members a venue to meet, exchange business cards, and
talk business in an informal setting. Opportunities are also
available to host a mixer to showcase a member’s business.
Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to host
a mixer (818) 222-5680.
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Chamber Committees
Get involved! Contact the committees
directly to take part in their activities.
DEPUTY COMMITTEE
Sheriff - Iris Stone
818.222.4327
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
Mark Levinson
310.559.5364
PROGRAM COMMITTEE
Breakfasts, Luncheons and Mixers
Pamela Kissel
818.222.5680
CHAMBER DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Special Events
Chamber Office
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Dana Rolland
WINE TASTING COMMITTEE
Jeanne Garrison
PUMPKIN FESTIVAL COMMITTEE
Chamber Office
Lauren Deboalt
818.222.5680
310.403.1214
310.317.9730
818.222.5680
818.222.5300