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On Sunday, August 30, WVCBA celebrated the grand opening of Fraiday’s Coin Laundry (3470 Saviers Rd, Oxnard, CA 93033) with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony. Ventura County Supervisor Vianey Lopez, Oxnard Mayor Luis A. Mc Arthur, and WVCBA President & CEO Andy Conli attended alongside WVCBA Ambassadors and community members. It was a fun opportunity to network, support local business, and welcome the second location of Fraiday's Coin Laundry to our business community. Congratulations to Owner Edgar Fraire and his entire team! Follow them on Instagram at fraidays.coin.laundry.  WVCBA is thrilled to welcome CIO Solutions as a member! For nearly 40 years, CIO Solutions has been helping businesses take the headache out of technology. Headquartered in Santa Barbara, the firm significantly grew its Ventura County footprint in 2023 by acquiring Compass Consulting. This move brought together a talented team deeply rooted in the region, offering local businesses the best of both worlds: the resources of a large tech partner and the responsiveness of a neighborhood provider. Marketing Manager Jamie Shearn shares more.  On Thursday, August 20, WVCBA was thrilled to host the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for Panorama Riverpark apartments. WVCBA members, local business professionals, and Oxnard Mayor Luis A. Mc Arthur gathered to celebrate this wonderful addition to our community. Located right next to The Collection, this modern development brings 333 apartment homes complete with premier amenities like a rooftop deck, a cutting-edge athletic center, and resort-style pool. Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate this milestone, and a huge congratulations to the team at Panorama Riverpark!  Business Community Unites to Salute Local Heroes at 29th Annual Military Appreciation Dinner8/20/2026 The West Ventura County Business Alliance (WVCBA) invites the community to honor local service members at the 29th Annual Military Appreciation Dinner on Friday, September 25, 2026. The event will take place from 6:00 to 9:30 pm at the Holiday Inn Oxnard-Ventura, located at 600 E. Esplanade Drive, Oxnard, CA 93036.  "Our local military personnel and their families are an integral part of Ventura County," said Andy Conli, President & CEO of the WVCBA. "The Military Appreciation Dinner is a powerful tradition that allows our business community to stand together, say thank you, and celebrate the incredible sacrifices and volunteer contributions these heroes make both on and off duty."
This year’s keynote speaker is Captain Andy Litteral, Chief Staff Officer of Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC). The evening will celebrate outstanding individual honorees recognized for their exemplary military service, impactful community involvement, and dedicated volunteer efforts. Advance registration is required at wvcba.org or (805) 738-9100. Tickets cost $85 per person or $60 per enlisted service member and include a three-course dinner with wine. Sponsorship opportunities are currently available, offering local businesses a meaningful way to show support for regional military personnel:
Interested organizations should contact Mayra Ruiz at [email protected] or (805) 351-4133 to secure a sponsorship or obtain additional details.  From breaking ground on major waterfront developments to celebrating historic business milestones to going behind-the-scene at Dallas Cowboys Training Camp, the WVCBA team was out in full force this past week supporting our local business community. Take a look at how our members and partners showed up across the community this week.
WVCBA is thrilled to welcome Stephen's Grill as a member! Stephen’s Grill is officially open in Camarillo, bringing fresh, authentic Mediterranean flavors to the community. Founded by Camarillo residents who previously operated a sister location in Ventura, the restaurant initially launched in April 2026 and celebrated its grand opening in July. Driven by their core mission "to provide an amazing dining experience," owner Gregori Katrakazos and his team are dedicated to elevating the local food scene through unmatched culinary quality.  WVCBA hosted its annual Military Appreciation Mixer on Thursday, August 13, bringing together the local business community and service members. The event was graciously hosted by the Port of Hueneme and held at the scenic Channel Islands Maritime Museum. Attendees enjoyed complimentary food and beverages while building meaningful connections between civilian leaders and personnel from Naval Base Ventura County. Local businesses stepped up to showcase their gratitude by contributing numerous door prizes, which were raffled off exclusively to active-duty personnel and veterans in attendance. A huge thank you to the Port of Hueneme, the Channel Islands Maritime Museum, and all the local business owners who contributed to making this evening a wonderful success!  Looking to expand your professional network? WVCBA's Early Birds Business Networking Group offers local professionals a great way to build strong connections. The group meets twice a month at 8:00 am, holding in-person meetings on the first Thursday and virtual meetings on the third Thursday. In June, they met outdoors to explore Ventura’s new Moon Ditch Mural, a mile-long, public art project designed by artist Elisa Torres and painted by local volunteers. Walking the mural gave members a unique opportunity to catch up and talk business while enjoying a beautiful, transformed local landmark. The group is chaired by Suki Sir. Anyone interested in joining the group can get details by emailing [email protected].  WVCBA is thrilled to welcome DRAW Architectural Printing as a member! Originally started in 2020 by Laura Ayala as DRAW Drafting Services, the business expanded into full-service printing in March 2026 after realizing local builders needed a faster, more reliable place to get blueprints. Now located just blocks from the City of Oxnard Building and Safety office, they handle drafting, large-format plan printing, and construction support all under one roof.  WVCBA is delighted to welcome Equus Workforce Solutions as a member! Equus Workforce Solutions is an international business that was created in 1968. It provides job placement services, tuition assistance, and individualized career coaching, supportive services for farmworkers and their families. Business Service Representative Alfredo Mena shares more.  The Oxnard Leadership Program’s Class of 2026 got an exclusive, all-access look at how the city (and beyond!) moves during Transportation Day on Friday, July 24. The jam-packed itinerary brought local leaders face-to-face with the experts running Ventura County's roads, runways, and waterways, including Ventura County Transportation Commission (VCTC), the Gold Coast Transit District (GCTD), the City of Oxnard’s Traffic Engineering division, Ventura County Airport Authority, Vintage Marina/Suntex, and Ventura County Harbor Department.  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!  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.  |
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