Posts by carly@eurekachamber.com
The Courage of Curiosity
The courage of curiosity By Nancy Olson April 13, 2026 Curiosity is often described as a soft skill — something nice to have, but not essential. In reality, it is one of the most critical capacities we can cultivate, especially in times of rapid change and uncertainty. Curiosity unlocks imagination. Imagination opens the door to…
Read MoreA New Class of Community Leaders Steps Forward
A New Class of Community Leaders Steps Forward The Redwood Coast Chamber Foundation (RCCF), an affiliate of the Greater Eureka Chamber, is pleased to introduce the Leadership Redwood Coast Class of 2026, a dynamic cohort of emerging and established community leaders, representing 23 businesses and organizations across the North Coast. “This diverse cohort of 33 leaders represents the largest Leadership Redwood Coast class to date,” said Nancy Olson, CEO…
Read MoreGreater Eureka Chamber presents 2025 business awards at annual ‘Boldt Gala
Greater Eureka Chamber presents 2025 business awards at annual ‘Boldt Gala Greater Eureka Chamber presents 2025 business awards at annual ‘Boldt Gala [EUREKA, CA —January 30, 2026] — On Friday, January 30, six local businesses were recognized for their outstanding work and dedication to the community at the Greater Eureka Chamber of Commerce annual business awards…
Read MoreDale Maples of Mapleservice Plumbing & Heating to be presented with Greater Eureka Chamber Business Leadership Award
Dale Maples of Mapleservice Plumbing & Heating to be presented with Greater Eureka Chamber Business Leadership Award January 9, 2026 Each year, the Greater Eureka Chamber’s Business Leadership Award is given to a person in the business community who inspires and encourages others, earning a high level of trust and credibility. This person is respectful,…
Read MoreCelebrating Excellence: Announcing the 2025 Greater Eureka Chamber Business Award Nominees
Celebrating Excellence: Announcing the 2025 Greater Eureka Chamber Business Award Nominees Each year, the Greater Eureka Chamber of Commerce proudly recognizes the businesses, nonprofits, and organizations whose leadership, innovation, and community spirit strengthen the fabric of Humboldt County. These awards honor those who go above and beyond—creating jobs, elevating customer service, supporting local families, and…
Read MoreMeaningful Ways to Stay Connected with Your Customers
Meaningful Ways to Stay Connected with Your Customers We made it through Small Business Saturday, and we hope it was a great one for you. But guess what? The holiday season shifts into high gear from now on. Foot traffic gets wild, inboxes overflow, and your customers are juggling a million decisions at once. They’re…
Read MoreWomen Lead, Women Learn
Women Lead, Women Learn By Nancy Olson, CEO/President, Greater Eureka Chamber and Redwood Coast Chamber Foundation The following article was originally published in the Times-Standard’s Business Sense column. “Loved being reminded of the strong women in our community.” On September 25, the Redwood Coast Chamber Foundation, an affiliate of the Greater Eureka Chamber of Commerce,…
Read More7 Creative Summer and Back-to-School Marketing Ideas
7 Creative Summer and Back-to-School Marketing Ideas As summer hits its peak (yeah, it’s hard to believe) and the back-to-school buzz begins, this is the perfect time to refresh your marketing. It’s also a great time to connect with your customers in meaningful, fun, and creative ways. And you don’t have to be a retail…
Read MoreHow to Build Business Connections (Even If You Hate Networking)
How to Build Business Connections (Even If You Hate Networking) Even though being part of the Chamber is one of the easiest ways to increase your network, we understand that some business pros can’t make it to networking events like our Business After Hours Mixers. But networking is incredibly important because people want to do…
Read MoreGreater Eureka Chamber opens expanded coworking space in Downtown Eureka
Greater Eureka Chamber opens expanded coworking space in Downtown Eureka FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 20, 2025 After more than a year of design and planning, the Greater Eureka Chamber has unveiled a modern cowork space for business owners, entrepreneurs and community members. Both offices and workstations are available now. Conveniently located in Downtown Eureka, the…
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