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Monday 9am - 5pm Tuesday 9am - 5pm Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday 9am - 5pm

Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, 353 Camino El Estero, Monterey, CA (2026)

The Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit corporation supported solely by its membership. Members include business owners, managers and professionals, who invest in the organization to support group efforts to make the Monterey Peninsula a better place to do business. The Chamber is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors that meets monthly to set policy and direction for the or

ganization. The President and CEO oversees office operations, including a full-time staff. The Chamber makes referrals for member businesses, acts as a resource for community information, provides information about starting a local business and offers free SCORE (Service Corp. of Retired Executives) counseling to business entrepreneurs.

07/30/2026

🏆✨ YOU’RE IN EXCELLENT COMPANY! ✨🏆 We’re still celebrating the incredible businesses and organizations recognized at the 39th Annual Business Excellence Awards! 🎉

Our 2026 winners represent the innovation, dedication, resilience, and heart that make the Monterey County business community so exceptional. Please join us in congratulating this year’s winners and be sure to celebrate them the next time you see them! 👏💙

⭐️ Accommodations & Visitor Services (Full Service)
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

⭐️ Accommodations & Visitor Services (Limited Services)
Inns of Monterey

⭐️ Advertising, Marketing & Media Services
KSBW TV Action News 8

⭐️ Art, Attractions, Entertainment, Event Services & Recreation
Arts Council for Monterey County

⭐️ Construction & Building Services
Avila Construction Company

⭐️ Education & Training
California State University, Monterey Bay

⭐️ Financial & Insurance Services
West Coast Community Bank

⭐️ Food & Beverage
Alvarado Street Brewery

⭐️ Government, Public Utilities & Transportation
Monterey Regional Airport

⭐️ Real Estate & Property Management
Cannery Row Company (Cannery Row)

⭐️ Retail, Wholesale, Distributors & Manufacturers
Costco Wholesale

⭐️ Healthcare, Wellness & Senior Services
Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula

⭐️ Professional Services
Noland Hamerly Etienne & Hoss

⭐️ Services to Businesses
Rayne Technology Solutions, Inc.

⭐️ Services to Residents
Disaster Kleenup Specialists

⭐️ Nonprofits, Clubs & Organizations
Community Human Services

⭐️ New Business of the Year
Craft Collective

🌿 Design-A-Centerpiece People’s Choice Award
Cagwin & Dorward

🌿 Design-A-Centerpiece Board of Directors Award
Waste Management

🌿 Design-A-Centerpiece Special Events Committee Award
K&D Landscaping, Inc.

A special thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, West Coast Community Bank, and to the MPCC Board of Directors, Ambassadors, Special Events Committee, Chamber staff, and everyone who helped make this year’s celebration possible. 💙

Congratulations again to all of our incredible finalists and winners. Here’s to another year of excellence in our Monterey County business community! 🏆✨

06/01/2026

Voting is officially OPEN for the 2026 Business Excellence Awards! 🎉

Show some love for your favorite MPCC member businesses and organizations by casting your vote today. Every vote helps recognize the businesses, leaders, and community champions that make the Monterey Peninsula such a special place to live, work, and do business.

🗳️ Vote now through Friday, June 5
🏆 Support your favorites at the Business Excellence Awards on Thursday, July 23
📲 Vote now at www.bea.montereychamber.com

Tag a business you're voting for below! 👇

05/13/2026

It’s a busy Wednesday at MPCC! Join us for two important community events happening today:

🥗 FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Understanding the Growing Needs of Monterey County’s Aging Community presented by Alliance On Aging
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce (or join via Zoom)

This free lunchtime presentation will explore the challenges older adults in our community face and the resources helping them stay independent, connected, and supported. Complimentary lunch and light refreshments will be provided.

Register here: https://members.montereychamber.com/events/details/food-for-thought-alliance-on-aging-15837?calendarMonth=2026-05-01

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✂️ RIBBON CUTTING: Palenke Arts 10-Year Anniversary Celebration
🕟 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Ribbon Cutting at 4:30 PM
📍 530 Elm Avenue, Seaside

Help us celebrate 10 incredible years of Palenke Arts and their impact on arts education, cultural preservation, and community connection in Seaside and beyond. Join fellow community members, artists, and supporters for this special milestone celebration!

Register here: https://members.montereychamber.com/events/details/palenke-art-s-ribbon-cutting-15876?calendarMonth=2026-05-01

Please join us — We’d love to see you at one or both events! 😊👏

05/07/2026

The Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is proud to partner with Monterey County Bank and American South Asian Network (ASAN) for an inspiring evening celebrating the resilience, leadership, and success of women in business 💫

Designed to be both inspiring and grounded, "Women in Business: From Challenge to Champion" creates space for honest reflection, shared learning, and meaningful connection.

Who Should Attend:
✨ Women founders, operators, and professionals across industries
✨ Aspiring leaders and early-career professionals
✨ Community members interested in leadership, growth, and resilience
✨ Allies supporting women in business and leadership

Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the resilience, leadership, and success of women in business 👏

Register here: https://luma.com/asan-mcb-mpcc-0526

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! 🌏 What better place to celebrate the beauty of our planet than right here in the Monterey Bay? 🤩

Take a moment today to enjoy the natural beauty around you and be inspired to help protect the landscapes, coastline, and wildlife that make our region so special. Whether it’s volunteering, donating, or simply learning more, every effort counts.

Looking for ways to get involved? Here are a few incredible local organizations making an impact:

• Monterey Bay Aquarium
• NOAA's Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
• Surfrider Foundation (Monterey Bay Chapter)
• Big Sur Land Trust

Together, we can help preserve the beauty of Monterey Bay for generations to come 💙

Address

353 Camino El Estero
Monterey, CA
93940

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

(831) 648-5350

Website

http://www.montereychamber.com/

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