​​The West Ventura County Business Alliance will host Camarillo Mayor Shawn Mulchay’s 2022 State of the City address on Thursday, October 20.

The 2022 Oxnard Leadership Program has entered the home stretch with only three sessions remaining for the current cohort. In August, participants received an insider's view of three economic engines: Naval Base Ventura County, the Port of Hueneme, and the Channel Islands Harbor. And in the first of two September sessions, participants explored Oxnard's education system and how it is preparing youth for the future.

The WVCBA Political Action Committee (PAC) recently announced endorsements in two of the Camarillo City Council races. After reviewing the field of candidates, the PAC has endorsed candidates in the races for District 1 and District 5. ​

​The WVCBA recently welcomed Crumbl Cookies as a new member! Crumbl is a special go-to dessert for fans of all kinds - they’ve taken every dessert imaginable and packed it into perfect cookie form. Owner Michelle Zins shares why she felt compelled to bring the nation's fastest growing cookie chain to her hometown.

Get to know Mellany Arbues, our "Maven of the Month" brought to you by the WVCBA Women in Business committee. Mellany is Area Director of Operations for Sonesta Hotels and has been in the hospitality industry for 25 years. She supports six hotels, including Sonesta Select Camarillo, which graciously hosted the Women in Business July networking mixer. 

The WVCBA Political Action Committee (PAC) met last week to address the city council races in both Camarillo and Oxnard. After reviewing the field of candidates for three districts in Oxnard, the PAC believes the incumbent council members will best serve the residents and business community.