Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce

The Chamber has a number of programs and events designed to attract new businesses to the area and improve the economic environment for existing businesses. At the annual grow conference, leaders from the city, education and the business community provide reasons why Santa Ana is a great place to have a business, work and play. It is a resource for retention and attraction of businesses. The taste of Santa Ana is an annual event to increase awareness of city's great eating establishments. The business retention survey program obtains info for the city about any city related issues local businesses are encountering.

It is important that the business community stay connected to and support other sectors of the economy, like non-profits, educational institutions and the residents. The Chamber's annual difference makers event honors local business leaders making a difference in the community with their good work. At the event, an outstanding student from each of the city's high schools is given a scholarship which is funded by local businesses.

Workforce development continues to be a priority for the Chamber. It continues to create awareness and support for the high school inc academies at valley high school program which prepares students for jobs in key industries right out of high school. The Chamber and jobzmall are working together on a job finding platform for local job seekers and local hiring managers. Over the years, the Chamber has obtained many contracts to provide employers with funds to train their employees.