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On Friday, July 10, WVCBA celebrated the grand opening of Carne with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony that included a special appearance by actor Mario Lopez. Located at The Collection at RiverPark in Oxnard, this premier modern Latin steakhouse and live-fire grill brings a vibrant new dining experience to the community. Carne's menu features wood-fired premium steaks, fresh seafood, and artisan cocktails inspired by the flavors of Mexico, Spain, and the Caribbean. Congratulations to the entire Carne team and welcome to the business community! 
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On June 30, WVCBA celebrated the grand opening of BiBro Mediterranean Grill! Located inside the food court at the Camarillo Premium Outlets, this family-owned eatery is bringing fresh, authentic Mediterranean flavors to our region. The ribbon cutting brought together the owners, their families, local supporters, and community leaders, including Camarillo Mayor David Tennessen, Vice Mayor Dr. Martita Martinez-Bravo, and Councilmember Susan Santangelo. We extend our warmest wishes to the BiBro team for continued success as they share their warm hospitality and traditional recipes. Be sure to stop by, show your support, and welcome our newest local business to the area! Check out the BiBro Official Website to view the menu and order online, or drop by the Camarillo location (740 Ventura Blvd).  From traditional energy production to renewable natural gas, the Oxnard Leadership Program gained a firsthand look at the industries powering Ventura County during its 2026 Energy Day. Coordinated by 2018 Oxnard Leadership graduate Justin Campbell, an Environmental Scientist with Catalyst Environmental Solutions, the session featured behind-the-scenes visits to CalNRG's San Miguelito Oil Field and Agromin's Mountain View Organic Waste Processing Facility, a panel discussion with leaders from SoCal Gas, Southern California Edison, and Clean Power Alliance, and a casual Q&A with Oxnard City Manager Alexander Nguyen. Special thanks to Santa Barbara Airbus for sponsoring private charter transportation throughout the day, helping ensure the cohort traveled comfortably and efficiently between each destination.   Oxnard Mayor Luis A. Mc Arthur and WVCBA CEO Andy Conli received a behind-the-scenes look at the Procter & Gamble paper products facility in Oxnard.
The WVCBA team recently enjoyed an unforgettable team-building excursion with Channel Islands Marine Safari and Captain Dave Colker, experiencing the beauty of the Channel Islands Harbor while spotting local marine wildlife and learning about the harbor's unique coastal ecosystem. In addition to daytime wildlife tours, Captain Dave offers sunset tours, holiday lights tours, and private event bookings for groups of up to six people—providing a one-of-a-kind setting to connect with colleagues, clients, or friends. Thank you, Captain Dave, for a great time on the water!   WVCBA is delighted to welcome 805 Links as a member! 805 Links is a locally owned airport shuttle service that launched in March 2026 with a mission rooted in connection, reliability, and exceptional personal service.
Built on the belief that they are in the relationship business first, 805 Links focuses on creating a seamless, stress-free travel experience for every passenger traveling from Ventura County to LAX and back. WVCBA is incredibly proud to be one of 20 recipients of the 2026 President’s Circle Award from the California Chamber of Commerce! The award recognizes chambers throughout the state that have demonstrated excellence in advocating on behalf of their local business community and working alongside CalChamber's advocacy team to ensure diverse voices are heard inside the state Capitol and the halls of California government. We are honored to be recognized for our advocacy efforts and standing up for our local businesses. Read more about the award>>  The Oxnard Leadership Program's 2026 Agriculture Day on Friday, May 29, offered an insightful look at one of Ventura County's most vital industries and the dedicated people who sustain it. Coordinated by OLP alumni Jordan Cruz (Class of 2023) and Paola Pomeroy (Class of 2025) who are both employed at Bayer Crop Science, the session brought together leaders from SEEAG, Baby Root Farm, the Rodale Institute, Mission Produce, Bayer Crop Science, the County of Ventura, and Friends of Fieldworkers to share perspectives on the science, innovation, and stewardship that drive modern agriculture and provide resources to our local farming community.  WVCBA was proud to celebrate the grand opening of Public Realm Brewing Company with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 27 to welcome the new craft brewery to the local business community. Guests, including Oxnard Mayor Luis A. Mc Arthur and representatives for State Assemblymember Steve Bennett and County Supervisor Kelly Long, gathered to congratulate owners Kelly and David Rice (also owners of Magavino Cellars) and their entire team. The event marked an exciting addition to the city's growing food and beverage scene and highlighted the entrepreneurial spirit that continues to strengthen our local economy.  WVCBA is delighted to welcome Sylvan Learning Center & Class 101 College Planning of Camarillo as a member! Owner/Center Director Dr. Fang Fang is a local educator, parent, and business owner with a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from UCLA and many years of experience in research, teaching, mentoring, and student development. Her goal is to make Sylvan Learning and Class 101 of Camarillo a trusted, welcoming place where students feel supported, families feel guided, and education feels less overwhelming. Sylvan Learning Center of Camarillo is scheduled to open in June at 400 W. Ventura Blvd., Suite 110.
*This story is updated whenever the WVCBA announces new endorsements in the 2026 primary election. The mission of the WVCBA's Political Action Committee (PAC) is to seek out, evaluate qualifications of, and endorse candidates for public office who support the ideals of our free enterprise system. The PAC evaluates candidates for local, county and state offices, and hosts candidate forums for local and state elections. The PAC is comprised of current members of the Board of Directors.  WVCBA President & CEO Andy Conli joined over 100 delegates in Sacramento on May 12-13 for California Travel Association's Advocacy Days to build relationships with legislators, reinforce the importance of travel and tourism, and elevate the industry’s priorities. Attendees are grouped by district and meet with their local elected officials about current legislation and issues that impact the economy, primarily around tourism. His group met with Senate President pro Tempore Monique Limón, and Assemblymembers Steve Bennett, Gregg Hart, and Jacqui Irwin.  From a trio of ribbon cutting ceremonies to events around the region, we've been celebrating, connecting and networking with so many WVCBA members and community members.  Oxnard Leadership Program's 10th cohort went back to school for Education Day to understand how local schools create learning environments for students and prepare them for the future. They met with local educators and decision-makers, and toured Rio Del Sol K-8 STEAM School, Rio Mesa High School, and Oxnard College. The session was coordinated by Teo Lopez, who graduated from the Oxnard Leadership Program in 2022. He is Coordinator of Web & Multimedia for Oxnard Union High School District (OUHSD) and Chair of the Oxnard Leadership Program Advisory Committee.  On March 20, members of the 2026 Oxnard Leadership Program (OLP) experienced a day-long walking tour of Downtown Oxnard focused on the area's rich history and recent California Cultural District designation. Coordinated by OPAC's Carolyn Mullin (OLP 2022 graduate) and Gary Blum of Oxnard Downtowners, the session highlights downtown’s past and future possibilities, and connects with leaders, artists, and entrepreneurs influencing our creative economy.  Thank you to the elected officials, WVCBA Board members, Ambassadors, members, and Port Hueneme's city officials and business community for gathering at Port Hueneme City Hall on Wednesday, March 18, to celebrate our new partnership to be the city's official chamber of commerce. "This partnership is a win-win," said WVCBA Board Chair Natalie Yanez. "The City of Port Hueneme is open for business and we are here to support and advocate for that."   From ribbon cutting ceremonies to Bowls of Hope, we've connected with so many community members at wonderful events as we speed toward spring!
The Oxnard Leadership Program 2026 cohort spent Public Safety Day with the Oxnard Police Department (OPD), Ventura County Sheriff's Department and the District Attorney, and included the program's first-ever tour of Todd Road Jail in Santa Paula. The session was led by coordinator Tom Cady, retired Oxnard Assistant Chief of Police, WVCBA Board Member, and Owner of security services consulting firm TKC Enterprises.  Press Release: West Ventura County Business Alliance forms partnership with City of Port Hueneme1/30/2026 The West Ventura County Business Alliance (WVCBA) is pleased to announce a new partnership with the City of Port Hueneme. Through the partnership, WVCBA will help promote Port Hueneme businesses and City initiatives, host networking events and business forums in the community, and provide advocacy on issues that affect local employers.
The Oxnard Leadership Program reached a significant milestone by welcoming its 10th cohort this month. The 16 participants in the Class of 2026 connected for the first time at a welcome reception on January 14 held at Wagon Wheel Brewing Company and again for Session 1: Government Day a week later.  WVCBA is delighted to welcome S.L. Leonard & Associates as a member! From the Camarillo Library to Food Share to affordable housing, they manage capital improvement projects by assembling and managing a purpose-built team of designers, consultants and contractors from concept through occupancy. Gary Siroky, Principal, shares more about the business.  WVCBA is delighted to welcome Right at Home Simi Valley as a member! They provide non-medical in-home care services, including companionship, personal assistance, and homemaker support. Their service areas include Camarillo, Somis, Moorpark, and Simi Valley, and they also can provide service in Fillmore and Santa Paula. President/CEO Sacha Butts shares more about the Veteran-owned-and-operated business, including her very personal reason for opening Right at Home Simi Valley.  On Wednesday, November 12, graduation was held for the ninth cohort of the Oxnard Leadership Program. The ceremony took place at the Channel Islands Maritime Museum, thanks to the museum's Executive Director Doug Riffenburgh from the Class of 2024. Friends, family, alumni, County of Ventura Supervisor Vianey Lopez, and Oxnard Leadership Advisory Committee members were on-hand to celebrate the 13 members of the Class of 2025 who completed the 10-session, 10-month program.   The West Ventura County Business Alliance (WVCBA) is pleased to announce recipients of the first-ever WVCBA Business Awards. Nominations were submitted by the public and winners were selected by a committee composed of WVCBA Board Members and sponsors.
“We're bringing together the Camarillo Top 10 Community Awards and the Oxnard Community & Business Awards into one celebratory evening,” says WVCBA President and CEO Andy Conli. “We are so excited to celebrate the phenomenal businesses, organizations, and individuals who contribute to our community's economic strength and success!” WVCBA is delighted to welcome Braille Institute as a member! Braille Institute is a nonprofit that has been positively transforming the lives of individuals with blindness and low vision for over 100 years. They offer a range of programs, classes, and services to thousands of children and adults of all ages and all stages of vision loss at their Santa Barbara center and six other locations in Southern California, as well as through remote virtual services. Regional Director Ginamarie Cosio shares more about the organization.  |
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