2008: Tradition and Innovation

On the road to our 2008 centennial, the Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce celebrates our past and present members, volunteers, committee members, board members, community partners, and staff – all who have contributed to making this a strong, active, valued organization and an integral part of our community.

100 years. Words such as tradition and longevity come to mind. In recognition of our centennial, we honor our beginnings, understand the roots of changes made, and cherish our timeless traditions.

But we also recognize that adaptability, flexibility and continuous improvement are required for any organization to endure the test of time. We therefore constantly seek new ways to better meet the needs of our members and community in an ever evolving business, economic, legal and legislative environment.


More specifically, your regional chamber:

• promotes the retention of Monterey Peninsula businesses through programs designed to increase awareness of local products and services;

• offers educational programs, coaching services and forums designed to assist small business owners in achieving greater effectiveness and success in their business;

• encourages excellence in business;

• consolidates a “voice for business” throughout the Monterey Peninsula on critical issues affecting the prosperity and vitality of peninsula business and the community;

• mobilizes business and community resources to help ensure quality education for every student on the Monterey Peninsula, in order to better prepare the workforce of the future;

• develops and implements events that showcase our members and provide attractive member networking venues, connecting members to members and customers.

We welcome your feedback, input and contributions. The strength of this organization is truly created by all of us working together.

Astrid Coleman
President and CEO