Sonia Ramos, founder and CEO of Boxing for Christ, said the nonprofit has been a chamber member for eight years and she has been an active volunteer during that time. Networking opportunities were available as chamber members interacted with attendees, and Lemke assisted Vallejos with hosting duties. “We are there to appreciate each other,” she said. Specific to the recent mixer, Lemke said she loves the joy of the holiday season and the nature of this particular event. “The chamber’s programs are divided into five categories: economic development, membership development, community services, business training resources and events.” “These volunteers lead and serve on the key committees and task forces,” she said. The chamber has a core of active volunteers and staff who are committed to fulfilling the mission of the chamber and help other members achieve their specific goals. Lemke said that the Hemet San Jacinto Valley Chamber of Commerce works hard to help its members achieve all these objectives. Some people want the opportunity to have a role in community affairs or obtain tools to support their success.” Some welcome the publicity that active involvement in chamber activities can generate for their business. Some people want the chance to network with other business and community leaders. “People join a chamber of commerce for different reasons. She said the primary purpose of the chamber is to let every member know that they are supported. Vallejos introduced members of the Soboba Tribal Council and Soboba Foundation who were on hand to help hand out raffle gift baskets.Ĭyndi Lemke, who has served as the chamber’s executive director for the past three years, said there are more than 350 businesses and about 150 nonprofits that are active members. He said he feels the volunteer position will help bring the community together as Soboba continues to work closely with so many local nonprofits and businesses. Soboba tribal employee Andrew Vallejos served as master of ceremonies for the event and will serve as the chamber’s incoming chair in 2022. With Christmas music played by DJ Mike Nevarez, festive decor throughout the room and gifts via hundreds of raffle prizes, everyone enjoyed the festive atmosphere with dinner and dessert. More than 450 guests celebrated the season at the Soboba Casino Resort Event Center Wednesday, Dec. SAN JACINTO – As longtime Hemet San Jacinto Valley Chamber of Commerce Circle of Influence members, the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians, Soboba Casino Resort and Soboba Foundation hosted the organization’s 2021 Holiday Mixer again this year.

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