Situated in the heart of the Monterey Bay area, 95 miles south of San Francisco, the Pajaro Valley and Watsonville offer an ideal environment for working and living. Surrounded by the beauty of the ocean and hills, the area is rich in recreational facilities, with miles of pristine beaches, sloughs, state parks and forests.   A temperate Mediterranean climate not only benefits the many crops grown in the valley, but invites residents and visitors to a wide variety of activities year round. 

Mission Statement: The Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to advancing the business success of its members.

The Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce site contains a wealth of information about the area and our members. We invite you to use it and let us know if we can be of further assistance or join us at our events and activities.

The chamber board has committed itself to working in the following areas:

* Promote the community and develop tourism           
* Provide networking opportunities     
* Represent business to government
* Lead an economic development effort
* Assist member businesses in marketing

To download a Membership Application, click on this link LinkClick.aspx.

Here's a list of what the Pajaro Valley Chamber can do to create more visibility for your business.

Publicity

FREE buyers guides and listings in our Business Directory. Name, address, phone number and name of contact person in newsletter along with a 50-word business profile. Listed on the Chamber web site with a free web card and link to your web site and email.

Free Feature Information

Information about your business in newsletter(s)

Advertisements & Inserts in newsletters

Only members can advertise in the monthly Progress newsletter; your first letter-size insert in the newsletter is FREE! (Click here for advertising rate information)

FREE Business Referrals

The Chamber receives hundreds of calls a month for the names of local businesses. Only Chamber members are referred.

Business Seminars

Breakfasts, luncheons and other seminars are sponsored by the Chamber on subjects that directly affect your business.

Networking Opportunities

Opportunities to meet business contacts and to share information on your product or service at all committee and event activities including monthly Business After Hours Mixers, Networking luncheons and seminars. It’s also a fringe benefit for your employees!

Marketing, Publications & Brochures

The chamber publishes lists and brochures including: Clubs & Organizations; Events Calendar; Business Directory; the Chamber's "Progress" newsletter; hotel, motel, restaurant and recreation guide; maps, community economic profile; demographics and other statistical information. These are very useful for business marketing and advertising purposes.

Business and Political Contacts

The Chamber provides business contacts at Chamber events, meetings and activities as well as contacts with your elected officials. The Chamber can assist you with issues related to City of Watsonville, Santa Cruz County and California government agencies.

Affiliate Organization Membership

Your Chamber belongs to the following organizations, making available all their information and applicable benefits: California Chamber of Commerce, Western Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives and other state and local management associations.

Display at the Chamber

If you are a member, we will display your business literature (business cards, brochures, advertisements, announcements) in our office and make them available to our visitors.