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.

OBMA Member Event: August 2018 Sundowner

Check back soon for more details on this month's networking mixer!

OBMA Member Event: July 2018 Sundowner

This month's OBMA Sundowner will be held July 26th from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, hosted by Acusport, Ocean Dental, and Tami Fuller Real Estate at 1802 Cable Street with food and drinks provided by Bay City Brewing, Babe Kombucha, Ulivo, and Olive Tree. Be sure to bring your business card for the free drawing and $5 for the NEW 50/50 drawing! Open to all OBMA members and their key employees.

OBMA Member Event: May 2018 Sundowner

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OBMA Member Event: April 2018 Sundowner

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OBMA Member Event: March 2018 Sundowner

Our March 2018 Sundowner is on Thursday, March 22, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Electric Chair, 4944 Newport Ave, Suite A, co-hosted by The Philosopher's Stone and Helm's Brewing Co. Entertainment will be provided by Marauak. This event is open to OBMA members and their employees. Bring your business card for our free prize raffle and $5 for the new 50/50 drawing. Hope to see you there!

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 Taste of Ocean Beach

Participate in the 2024 OB Restaurant Walk - Taste of Ocean Beach

Details regarding the 2024 Ocean Beach Restaurant Walk will be available in the fall. Date and Time: TBD You and your business are invited to participate in the local foodie event of the year – the 2024 Restaurant Walk - Taste of Ocean Beach. Restaurant Walk will feature up to 40 of OB's fantastic restaurants, breweries, and bars. This event raises crucial funds to support community initiatives and events, including the beloved OB Holiday Parade and Tree, and the annual Food and Toy Drive.