OBMA Member & Business News
This section is for OBMA Member-specific information, events, issues, and news for small business owners in Ocean Beach.
Members, if you wish to have an announcement or article published in our Local News section for the general public, please email us your article or announcement here.
Apple Pay Activation in OB: December 16-17, 2017
From Apple Pay's representatives: Hello Ocean Beach Merchant, Apple Pay is hosting a neighborhood “Lose Your Wallet” campaign in Ocean Beach to promote participating local businesses in the area on Dec. 16 & 17th from around 10-6pm and we'd like you to participate! Apple will promote the event via social, digital media, and radio to drive more traffic to the neighborhood and encourage people to shop locally. Apple Pay representatives will also be able to help you assess your capability to accept Apple Pay and get setup for the event. Additionally, there will be an event footprint at the Cafe Bella parking lot with activities such as custom tote bag silkscreening, caricature artists, leather stamping, each for $1 with Apple Pay.
Small Business Consulting at No Cost from SDSU
The Small Business Consulting Program at San Diego State University pairs astute students with small businesses in the San Diego area. As a client, you meet your student team, led by a graduate assistant, and design the project plans to meet the scope of the project. This 16 week experience will give you the opportunity, to discover and apply, important primary and secondary market research, utilizing the 100+ hours of student enterprise, concluding in recommendations and an action plan. Not to mention the lasting positive impact made in students’ lives and your company. If the program interests you, please visit our website for more information. The deadline to apply is Monday, January 8th, 2018.
SDG&E: Last call for energy-efficiency classes at the Energy Innovation Center
Discover how to distill your message down to a 15-second elevator pitch that is both repeatable and memorable. Learning to Sell Energy- Efficiency Effectively (see link to class below) is a must class for any professional in the energy industry interested in getting insights, focus and skills to maximize their closing ratio. Will be held on Friday, November 3rd from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Or check out SDG&E’s Fundamentals for Effective Business Energy Management (see link to class below) class on Tuesday, November 7, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
SDG&E has increased foodservice rebates
Did you know that up to 80 percent of the energy used by business cafeterias and kitchens is wasted by inefficient equipment? SDG&E offers rebates on new foodservice equipment such as ice machines, convection ovens and ventilation controls. And for a limited time – these rebate amounts have increased! For a complete list of eligible foodservice rebates, visit SDG&E’s Foodservice page.
SDG&E: Business tips and tools help speed disaster recovery
A disaster such as a fire or earthquake can disrupt your business without warning, sometimes at great cost. Being prepared can help you restore operations faster and limit your losses. You’ll find the basics outlined in our four-minute video, “Emergency Preparedness for Businesses,” at sdge.com/business/emergency. Steps you should take include: developing a written plan; training staff; practicing emergency procedures; stocking emergency supplies; maintaining defensible space; backing up and storing information securely off site; and periodically testing equipment, such as electric generators and smoke detectors.
SDG&E: New seasonal and peak periods launching
Every few years, SDG&E submits a forecast of future costs to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to set rates that adequately provide safe and reliable gas and electric service to our customers. The proceeding, called the General Rate Case (GRC), is subject to a rigorous review process by the CPUC and other stakeholders and interested parties. Recently, the CPUC ruled on several changes that will become effective December 1, 2017. What changed and why? The decision established new time periods for Time-of-Use (TOU) rates and changed the month of May from a Summer month to a Winter month. The new seasonal periods are: Summer: June 1 – October 31 Winter: November 1 – May 31
2017 Storefront Decorating Contest
Spread holiday cheer this season by decorating your storefront! The OBMA invites you to create a festive and beautiful business district. Attract holiday shoppers, beautify OB, and compete to win great prizes!
2017 Holiday Packet
Dear OBMA Members, It's that time of year again to do everything we can to keep the neighborhood bright, the businesses profitable, and our members well informed. We're pleased to present our holiday packet that includes information about the storefront decorating contest, the schedule of OB holiday events, advertising opportunities, information on Small Business Saturday/Shop Small, and the holiday homes contest. Click here to download your packet! Happy Holidays!!
OBMA Member Event: 2018 Annual Marketing Breakfast
Save the date for the 2018 Annual Marketing Breakfast on Tuesday, January 9! More info coming soon.
OBMA Member Event: 2018 Annual Meeting and Awards Celebration
Save the date for the 2017 OBMA Annual Meeting and Awards Celebration on Thursday, January 25, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. More information coming soon!
Handwashing Posters from San Diego County
From the San Diego County Department of Agriculture, Weights and Measures We have previously reached out to you to share information about the locally declared public health emergency due to the ongoing hepatitis A outbreak and what you can do to disinfect public restrooms or common areas you may have as part of your business operations. We wanted to follow up and share with you the attached posters that you can print and display at your place of business as a reminder that washing hands stops germs, can prevent the spread of hepatitis A, and keeps us healthy. Please feel free to also share this information with your membership or partner contacts.
Participate in the 2024 OB Restaurant Walk - Taste of Ocean Beach
The 2024 OB Annual Restaurant Walk is new and improved, organized by Ocean Beach MainStreet Association and OB Community Foundation. New Date and Time: Tuesday, October 22, 2024 from 5 pm - 9 pm. You and your business are invited to participate in the local foodie event of the year – the 2024 Annual Restaurant Walk. OB Restaurant Walk will feature up to 40 of OB's fantastic restaurants, breweries, and bars. This event raises crucial funds to support the OB Holiday Food and Toy Drive which helps over 150 local families and seniors.
2017 Shop Small OB Campaign
Our 2017 Shop Small campaign is going to be the best yet!! There are plenty of ways for all our members to get involved. SHOP SMALL PASSPORT CARD: We are creating a Shop Small OB Passport card. 20,000 cards will be distributed along with the Beacon throughout Ocean Beach and Point Loma. Participating businesses will receive a special hole punch; customers will come to your storefront to receive a punch starting at our launch event on Small Business Saturday (Nov. 25). On or before December 20, they’ll turn in their cards for a chance to win great prizes! Participation is FREE for OBMA members!!!! You must provide at least one prize worth at least $25 (merchandise or gift card).
Music As You Like It for Special Events
October 3, 2017 Dear OBMA Member, As a longtime member of the Ocean Beach Mainstreet Association, I’m enclosing some current information regarding the services of Music As You Like It, a full-service entertainment production company. We are dedicated to bringing the best entertainment and decor available to your special event. Please keep our card on file for future reference and pass it along to your clients if they need entertainment. Music As You Like It has performed at over 26,000 events throughout San Diego since 1973. We offer a variety of entertainment including bands, disc jockeys, novelty acts, and customized theme parties that include props and decor. All of our entertainers are state-licensed, bonded, and carry a million dollar liability policy.
SDG&E: Say goodbye to gasoline, hello to electric vehicles
Sales of electric vehicles (EVs) are on a trajectory to surpass cars with internal combustion engines in the next two decades, according to Bloomberg News. Automakers around the world are working on plans to phase out petroleum-driven cars and focus on EVs, and with that will come increased demand for charging stations at commercial and residential properties. San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) is installing 3,500 EV charging stations at apartments, condos and businesses in the region through its Power Your Drive initiative. Visit sdge.com/PowerYourDrive to join the interest list and learn how we can help you install the infrastructure you need to attract and keep quality tenants at little or no cost to you.
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