SCORE has the largest network of free volunteer small business mentors in the nation. No matter what stage your business is at SCORE can be a valuable resource.

The Lafayette Chamber of Commerce has been partnering with SCORE for over 15 years. We welcome our chamber members and community members to schedule a complimentary meeting with a SCORE representative on Tuesdays between the hours of 1:30pm-4:00pm in our Chamber office at 251 Lafayette Circle, Ste 150. 

Mike Harris is our in-house SCORE counselor. Mike earned a BS with an emphasis on electronics from Stevens Institute of Technology and an MBA from Santa Clara University. After a few years in engineering, Mike spent most of his career in high tech marketing and operations management. While continuing to work in electronics he helped manage his family retail business. After retiring from his career in electronics, Mike began working with small businesses helping them obtain working capital loans. Besides mentoring, Mike helps present SCORE business plans and financial planning workshops.

To schedule your appointment, please call the Lafayette Chamber at (925) 284-7404 or book your appointment online by registering below. Enter your desired time frame. In person meetings at the Lafayette Chamber office are by appointment only and are scheduled every 30 minutes. Each Tuesday appointment must be scheduled by Thursday of the previous week to give Chamber staff and Mike Harris sufficient notice.

SCORE also offers free and low cost workshops. VIEW WORKSHOP SCHEDULE HERE

Join us for a ribbon cutting at ISI Elite Training Walnut Creek!

The Lafayette Chamber will join ISI Elite Training for a Ribbon Cutting celebration at 4pm, cutting the ribbon at 4:15pm SHARP! Following the Ribbon Cutting at 5:10pm ISI Elite Training will host a free workout session to those who would like to participate! Register below.

Lafayette Chamber Young Professionals October Social will be held at Headlands Brewing Thursday, November 7, 2024, 5:30pm-7pm. 

Registration required!    

No cost for Lafayette Chamber members.  Guests welcome to attend the first meeting for free, then we encourage guests to join the Lafayette Chamber or pay the $20 guest fee during registration.

Chamber members should sign in with their representative account to confirm membership.        

Photo at Headlands Brewing Lafayette August 2024. 

Questions? Email us using the link below!      

Hey, girl! Ready for another awesome workshop just for women in business?!

Think of it as a day to get together, learn some new content creation & management tricks thanks to our co-host for the afternoon, Hazel Luna of Celebrate by HLD, & connect with like-minded women who know what it feels like to juggle ALL the hats as entrepreneurs!

We’re going to dive into social media MAGIC — no more feeling lost or overwhelmed! 

You’ll walk away with tools to help you keep your content fresh & consistent. Plus, we’ll get really hands-on & make time to film a fun reel in real time!

Hazel will also go around & make sure you get some incredible professional branding photos so that you can really showcase who you are & the work you do.

& The best part? You’ll get to meet & connect with other inspiring women who are on the same journey. This will be an opportunity to swap stories, share tips, & just cheer each other on — everything we love here at EM/POWEREDbyWMN.

So, save the date & let’s make magic together!

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Ticket comes with light refreshments & gift bags.? Feel free to bring your own lunch if you want something a little heartier!

Got your kiddos with you at that time? WE GOT YOU. Because Pillar Cowork & Childcare already has a safe space for children to play, we'll be bringing on a vetted childcare attendant to keep your kids cared for while you focus on getting your content created!

*The childcare attendant is not a member of Pillar Cowork & Childcare's staff.

Ticket becomes non-refundable 10 days prior to the event.

EBW Exclusive Members receive 20% off ticket price.

EBW VIP Members receive 10% off ticket price.

CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Contra Costa County warmly invites you to be part of something truly special—our 43rd Evening of Promise Gala at our new venue, the San Ramon Marriott!

Get ready for an extraordinary evening filled with inspiration, community spirit, and meaningful impact as we come together to support youth in foster care.

Event Details:
November 9 | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
San Ramon Marriott, 2600 Bishop Dr, San Ramon, CA 94583
$225 per person
Dress code: Country Club Casual

Register Now

The evening will feature a captivating experience with delicious food, engaging conversations, and opportunities to support children in foster care through our silent and live auctions.
Be inspired by our keynote speaker, Derek Clark, the “Rapping Dad.” Derek’s journey from foster care to becoming a viral sensation delivers powerful messages of resilience and hope, leaving a lasting impact on audiences worldwide.

We’re excited to honor Dan Ashley, ABC7 News Anchor and CASA Board Member, with the Light of Hope award for his incredible commitment to foster youth through Rock the CASA.
We’re also thrilled to have Joy Ofodu, a talented voice actor and content creator, as our host. Known for her engaging charisma, Joy will bring lively energy to make the gala an unforgettable experience.
Join us for a heartwarming evening that promises inspiration, connection, and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children in Contra Costa County. We can’t wait to share this meaningful night with you!

If you are a new Lafayette Chamber member, new owner or employee in an already existing member business join us for a New Member Orientation.

We offer these twice a month here at our Chamber offices, the 2nd Tuesday at 10am and the 4th Wednesday at 3pm. We are located at 251 Lafayette Circle Ste 150, Lafayette CA 94549.

Each event is limited to 5 attendees and will last no longer than one hour. Please register with your Member account using the link below. If you are having trouble logging in please contact us.

We will not take walk-ins. If the registration button is no longer shown below, registration is full for this meeting. Please email Rebekah at Rebekah@LafayetteChamber.org to be added to the waitlist.

Don’t forget to bring your business cards and/or promotional materials to share with others and to leave on our membership wall. And come prepared to have your photo taken!

Come learn how to maximize your membership and how to get involved! Not a member? Click here to join: www.lafayettechamber.org/join.

SCORE has the largest network of free volunteer small business mentors in the nation. No matter what stage your business is at SCORE can be a valuable resource.

The Lafayette Chamber of Commerce has been partnering with SCORE for over 15 years. We welcome our chamber members and community members to schedule a complimentary meeting with a SCORE representative on Tuesdays between the hours of 1:30pm-4:00pm in our Chamber office at 251 Lafayette Circle, Ste 150. 

Mike Harris is our in-house SCORE counselor. Mike earned a BS with an emphasis on electronics from Stevens Institute of Technology and an MBA from Santa Clara University. After a few years in engineering, Mike spent most of his career in high tech marketing and operations management. While continuing to work in electronics he helped manage his family retail business. After retiring from his career in electronics, Mike began working with small businesses helping them obtain working capital loans. Besides mentoring, Mike helps present SCORE business plans and financial planning workshops.

To schedule your appointment, please call the Lafayette Chamber at (925) 284-7404 or book your appointment online by registering below. Enter your desired time frame. In person meetings at the Lafayette Chamber office are by appointment only and are scheduled every 30 minutes. Each Tuesday appointment must be scheduled by Thursday of the previous week to give Chamber staff and Mike Harris sufficient notice.

SCORE also offers free and low cost workshops. VIEW WORKSHOP SCHEDULE HERE

November 3rd - December 6th, 2024

Lafayette: Tuesday, November 12, 5:30pm

For thirty-eight years, the Hospice East Bay Tree of Lights ceremonies have offered members of the communities we serve a way to honor the lives of their friends and loved ones. Your donations directly support end-of-life patient care.      

For the complete schedule, visit https://www.hospiceeastbay.org/tol.

The AHA Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED Course is designed for anyone involved in childcare who have a duty to respond to illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first few minutes until professional help arrives. Including: childcare workers, teachers, camp counselors, etc.

If you are taking this class for employment purposed, please contact your employer or contact us at: 925-838-3188 

Sunday, November 17th, at Rodgers Ranch

3 seatings: 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm

Join us for tea at the beautiful historic farmhouse on Rodgers Ranch! Come with family and friends for this lovely relaxing tea party, California-style. Sip from our selection of fine tea blends and herbal tisanes, and nibble on an array of delectable sweet and savory treats from local bakers and seasonal resh fruits from the farmers market. This is our most popular event, so make sure to reserve your space today! 

$60 per person. 

Reserve here for 11:00am.

Reserve here for 1:00pm.

Reserve here for 3:00pm.

Lafayette Business Women will be meet to celebrate the holidays at Little Seeds, Wednesday, November 20, 2024, 5:15pm-6:30pm.

Registration required!    

No cost for Lafayette Chamber members.  Guests welcome to attend the first meeting for free, then we encourage guests to join the Lafayette Chamber or pay the $20 guest fee during registration.

Chamber members should sign in with their representative account to confirm membership.        

Questions? Email us using the link below!      

Community Thanksgiving Breakfast

We invite everyone: politicians, non-profits, school representatives, business leaders, community leaders, Rotarians, our Chamber members, and the greater community to all come together to share in a breakfast and enjoy the speakers.

Registration required, no walk-ups.

GUEST SPEAKER: Gaby Ghorbani, Founder and Executive Director, Pledge To Humanity

Seasoned entrepreneur and philanthropist of 25+ years, Gaby was born and raised in Mexico before moving to the San Francisco Bay Area. Driven to create positive change, Gaby founded Pledge to Humanity to provide local and global volunteer opportunities for students and empower them to become compassionate changemakers. To date, Pledge to Humanity has empowered 10K+ students and worked with at least 30 nonprofit organizations.

Gaby's dedication to philanthropy is showcased in her establishment of Sueños Amor y Esperanza in Jalisco, Mexico, an after-school community center for under-resourced children. Her commitment to sustainable social impact and empowering people of all ages is at the core of her mission. 

In 2017, Gaby demonstrated her entrepreneurial spirit and humanitarian values by founding jewelry social enterprise, Love You More. Through every purchase, customers acquire beautiful jewelry, while contributing to local and global philanthropic causes. Gaby's ventures exemplify how business acumen can be intertwined with social responsibility, creating a ripple effect of positive impact. 

Awards & Honorable Mentions:
- Charity of the year Danville Chamber of commerce 2024
- California Nonprofit of the Year 2023
- Lamorinda Moms Charity of the Year 2023/24 and 2024/25
- Threads of Hope Recipient 2017 & Judge since 2018
- SRVUSD Tri-Valley Leadership Conference Nonprofit Charity 2020 & 2024
- CPC Charity Partner Ambassador
- Diablo Magazine: Women to Watch 2017
- People Magazine: Heroes Among Us 2017

Pledge to Humanity
The heartbeat of our mission is to:
• Improve quality of life for children, youth, and families in need.
• Empower and educate children and people of all ages to give back to their communities by bringing the concept of philanthropy into our school systems, groups and workplaces
• Better the local community through financial support and volunteerism.
• Establish affiliations with global organizations with the intent of making a worldwide impact.

The morning will kick off at 7:00 AM on Thursday, November 21. Board President Katie Santos will deliver the welcome, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Gina Dawson. Pastor Peter Whitelock of Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church will offer the invocation and benediction. Carrie Barlow, President of the Board for Pledge to Humanity, will provide the introduction. Breakfast will be catered by Sunrise Bistro and Catering.

Tickets are $45 each. Tables of 8 can be reserved for $360 each.  

Friday, November 29, 2024

Hours vary by store. 

Plaid Friday celebrates the diversity and creativity of local and independent businesses. It’s a fun and enjoyable alternative to the big box store “Black Friday” consumer frenzy. Also, it’s a way to show your support for your local economy and commitment to the Choose Indie Local movement. So, plan to wear PLAID the day after Thanksgiving! Learn more about the movement here. 

View participating businesses HERE!

REGISTER FOR A REMINDER (below) and be one of the first to know about upcoming Chamber events by being subscribed to the Lafayette Chamber’s events email blasts. For registering, you will be entered to win 2 tickets to the Taste of Lafayette, a sold out event to be held May 20, 2025. 

If you are a local business interested in participating, please reach out to the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce: (925) 284-7404 or  info@lafayettechamber.org.

About the Lafayette Chamber's Retail Committee

The intention of the sub-committee is to support the growth and success of the retail businesses in our local community. The sub-committee plans to curate special events this year that will showcase our retail businesses with the goal of continuing to cultivate a vibrant and thriving downtown.

Have you seen the Lafayette Chamber's Dining & Gift Guide? Click here for interactive PDF>

Sunday, December 1st, at Rodgers Ranch

3 seatings: 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm

Join us for tea at the beautiful historic farmhouse on Rodgers Ranch! Come with family and friends for this lovely relaxing tea party, California-style. Sip from our selection of fine tea blends and herbal tisanes, and nibble on an array of delectable sweet and savory treats from local bakers and seasonal resh fruits from the farmers market. This is our most popular event, so make sure to reserve your space today! 

$60 per person. 

Reserve here for 11:00am.

Reserve here for 1:00pm.?

Reserve here for 3:00pm.?

This FREE, fun, family-friendly celebration includes Santa sightings, free train rides on the Lafayette Express, official holiday tree lighting ceremony, one-of-a-kind photo ops, live musical entertainment, kid’s activities, holiday treats and more! Arrive early and plan to stay!

Festivities begin at 4pm when Santa is scheduled to parade along Golden Gate Way starting at the Lafayette Historical Society and arriving at Lafayette Plaza (corner of Mt. Diablo Blvd. and Moraga Road) at 4:30pm. A must-not-miss for the little ones! 

The “It’s a Wonderful Life in Lafayette” Holiday Celebration event is presented by the Lafayette Chamber, and sponsored by local Lafayette Realtor The Dana Green Team, Branagh Development, and the City of Lafayette who together are also hosting the environmentally-friendly downtown Lafayette twinkle lights for the Holiday Season. 

Learn more at https://lafayettechamber.org/holiday.