The Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors serve as the organization’s customer service liaison. Ambassadors create goodwill, promote member retention, and act as intermediaries between the business community and the Chamber of Commerce staff.
Members are eligible to become Ambassadors after a full year of membership and renewal for the second year is completed.
Ambassadors help members get the most out of their membership.
Photo credit: Shane Gibson of The Village News
Ambassador Committee
The Ambassador Committee is composed of Chamber Members who want to become more involved in the Chamber activities and assist the Chamber in attracting and retaining members and keep their business in the forefront of the community and the membership.
Benefits of Being an Ambassador
- Increased business visibility through Chamber activities.
- Increased knowledge of all Chamber activities
- Increased opportunities to develop business for your company
- Increased awareness of important issues facing the community
Ambassadors
Mike Stanicek
Ambassador of the Year 2021
REALTOR – RJ CAMPO REALTY, INC.
1119 S. Mission Road, #163, Fallbrook, CA 92028
(858) 414-5973
Hours of Operation: Monday-Sunday: 7:00 am -8:00 pm or as needed
Website: www.stanicek.realtor
Business Email: mike@stanicek.realtor
Exceeding Expectations - Real Estate is a complex and emotional transaction. It is your biggest investment and I want to partner to help you through the complexity and enjoy the process of purchasing or selling your home.
Daunting to Delightful - Buying or selling a home can be intimidating and stressful. I will work with you to remove the fear and ensure the process is done correctly while having some fun along the way!
24/7/365 - When you work with me you are putting your trust in me which I take very seriously. Exceeding your expectations and meeting commitments in my #1 objective. Let's go!
About Mike - Mike has over 35 years of executive corporate marketing and operations experience from Start-ups to Fortune 50 companies. Mike has always been about exceeding customer expectations and is now excited to help clients with their biggest investment. Mike's approach is simple- listen, attention to detail, meet commitments, and have fun along the way. Mike is fortunate to partner with long-time colleague and friend Rod Campo, of RJ Campo Realty, who has been in the real estate business for over 18 years. Mike and his wife Jacquey have been married for 37 years and have called North San Diego County home that whole time. For the past 20 years, Mike and Jacquey have attended and volunteered at North Coast Church. Mike enjoys golf, kayaking, hiking, and 4-wheeling in his Jeep (and spoiling his 4 grandchildren!).
Experience with Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce: I love the passion of the Chamber staff to help the community and local businesses. Connecting, helping, growing is what it is all about and I am proud to be a member. I am constantly amazed by the members and staff as to their willingness to help each other and improve this great community. There are always great events going on and it is a great way to meet the many folks that call Fallbrook and the surrounding community’s home.
Amber Berkey
MICHELLE'S PLACE CANCER RESOURCE CENTER
41669 Winchester Rd #101,
Temecula, CA 92590
1636 East Mission Rd.
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(951) 699-5455
Hours of Operation: Mon - Fri: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
2nd Sat. of each month: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sat & Sun: Closed
Website: https://michellesplace.org/
Business Email: amber@michellesplace.org
Amber Berkey is Michelle’s Place Fundraising and Development Officer.
Amber joins Michelle’s Place with over a decade of nonprofit fundraising and operations experience. She shares, “Fundraising and Development is the best role because every day I come to work and highlight our heroes- our donors, our clients, and our staff. It is an honor to share the impact that these three groups have on each other!”
Amber lives in Fallbrook with her husband, Jeff, and her three children, James, Ava, and Amaya. She loves to explore the world with her family, near and far!
Amber graduated from Point Loma Nazarene University with a degree in Communications, Public Address, and a minor in Public Relations. She also earned both her Fundraising and Development Certificate and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate from UCSD. She currently serves as Secretary to the Board of Directors for the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce and co-chairs the Fallbrook Christmas Parade committee.
Personal Interests: Exploring my Fallbrook hometown and supporting local; singing and baking.
My experience with the Chamber began in 2006 as Miss Fallbrook, faithfully attending Chamber SunDowners and events. The organization I work for now, Neighborhood Healthcare, has a local health center in town and I took the opportunity to join the Chamber and support my hometown!
Deborah Bottomley
Ambassador of the year 2018-2019
ARLAN KNUTSON INSURANCE AGENCY
425 East Alvarado Street, Suite H
Fallbrook, CA, 92028
(760) 451-9835
Hours of operation: Monday-Thursday: 8 am - 5 pm
Website: www.arlanknutsoninsurance.com
Business Email: debb@arlanknutsoninsurance.com
Business Information: Property and casualty insurance brokers, specializing in farm, business, home, and auto insurance.
Personal Information: Enjoys golf, reading, puzzles, and gardening
"I only wish I had taken the time to join the Chamber sooner. I have met the most amazing people and have formed great relationships with other business owners. The best part is all the people I can now call my friends."
Retired from DiBella Baking Company, Inc. Past business research development – wholesale manufacturing of Italian cooking distributed worldwide.
Personal Interests: Dancing, cooking, baking, hiking, golf, reading, helping others and, of course, wine tasting!
The Chamber is a great source of support with a wonderful group of people. I have been involved with the Chamber since the 80’s when I had a Design business in town. I was Chamber Board President, Honorary Mayor and Citizen of the Year. Everyone should join the Chamber, remain a member and support the community while you have a business, as well as after you retire!
Ronne Branson
Ambassador of the Year 2011
INDIVIDUAL MEMBER
Ronne has been a very active member of the Chamber for over 30 years, and we are honored to have her support.
Maryann Collings
FALLBROOK ACTIVE NUTRITION
122 Ash Street, Fallbrook
(619) 244-6126
Hours of Operation: All days and hours
Email: maryanncollings@yahoo.com
Website: www.goherbalife.com/maryanncollings
We offer customized nutrition plans for all ages and support with wellness profiles, fit camps, community fit challenges, and positive guidance. Herbalife is cellular nutrition focusing on health, energy, longevity, fitness, target nutrition, anti-aging, and support of immune health.
“I am so grateful to be a part of the FALLBROOK CHAMBER. I have been a member now for over 2 years, and I have met the most incredible people. Not only have I made lifelong friendships, but being a member has also really helped grow my Herbalife business. Every event I attend allows me to connect with people and get to know them better. It is a great way to network and share information about my business and get to learn about other businesses and nonprofits in our town. I also love how friendly and kind everyone is.
Serving as an Ambassador has also opened the doors for serving and leadership opportunities. I would say that, without the Chamber, I would not have had this amazing opportunity to grow and get to know so many businesses and incredible people in our wonderful community.”
Personal Interests: family, fitness, travel, community activities and service – do more than what you get paid for – gratitude!
Joan Eberle
INDIVIDUAL MEMBER
We moved from the Pacific NW to Fallbrook six years ago for the weather. We didn’t know a single person here and right away I noticed something special about this community. After attending a few events, I knew I wanted to be a part of the Chamber and become involved in the community. There are many opportunities to grow whether you are a business owner or an individual member like myself. I have met so many amazing people. The Chamber has done a phenomenal job in making Fallbrook the Friendly Village.
My interests are working in the yard while soaking up this beautiful sunshine!
Abby Elston
COLDWELL BANKER VILLAGE PROPERTIES
1588 South Mission Road, Suite 215
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 715-2229
Hours of Operation: Mon-Sat: 8:30 – 5:00 p.m.; Sunday by Appointment
Website: CLICK HERE
Business Email: abby@cbvillage.com
Residential real estate specialist.
Personal Interests: Travel, hiking, volunteer work, gardening, watching football, eating out, trying things I haven’t done before.
This Chamber is an energetic and very involved group in our community. They host a large variety of events and are always at the ready to help local businesses.
Jane Felton
COLDWELL BANKER VILLAGE PROPERTIES
5256 S. Mission Road, Suite 310, Bonsall, CA 92003
(760) 822-2742
Hours of Operation: 24/7
Business Email: jane@cbvillage.com
Website: www.cbvillageproperties.com
Real estate agent helping clients navigate through the process of buying or selling real estate and using my 27-year career in banking to build relationships.
Personal Interests: Teaching group exercise to our community for 28 years, hanging out with my 4 children and 6 grandchildren, going to Padres games and sporting events and decorating for the holidays!
This Chamber promotes a small-town community that works together to help every business thrive. Support for one another and endless resources are available!
Theresa Geracitano
"I am active with the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce and enjoy getting connected to Fallbrook, meeting interesting people and supporting local businesses."
Personal Interests: family, cooking, gardening, sailing and hiking.
Maritza H. Gonzalez
FALLBROOK VILLAGE TOASTMASTERS
Website: www.fallbrooktoastmastersclubs.org
Personal Interests: Spending time with family, reading, watching foreign films, helping people succeed with their goals, and making new friends.
I am very happy I joined Fallbrook Chamber. I have made new friends and have been exposed to different ways of doing business. The staff is wonderful in helping me with my needs.
Sandy Goodman
LASER LIGHT IMAGES
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 728-5481
Hours of operation: Monday-Friday 8 am - 5 pm
Website: www.llipromo.com
Email: sales@llipromo.com
Business Information: Laser Light Images offers over 400,000 items on which to share your logo, as well as being able to create that one of a kind gift for someone special. At Laser Light Images and LLI Personalized Gifts, you will receive the very best in quality, price and service. It has been our pleasure to serve the people of Fallbrook since 1996, as well as clients all over the world!
"I have been a member of the Fallbrook Chamber since 1996. During that time, there have been many changes and lots of growth. The most important thing that I have seen is how the Chamber has come to help its members! Besides the many marketing aspects the Chamber provides, there are networking opportunities just about every day of the year! The old saying “You get out what you put into it” has never been truer than during my time as a member of the Fallbrook Chamber."
Personal Interests: Spending time with my husband and family. Also, helping others, whether it is through my church, the Fallbrook Chamber, helping to create the Fallbrook Dog Park, or just answering the need of a friend. I also love music and singing, and in my spare time playing with my Husky “fur babies!”
Carole Hodges
FALLBROOK VILLAGE TOASTMASTERS
(760) 726 4228
Website: www.fallbrooktoastmastersclubs.org
Email: Carole@CaroleHodges.com
Sarah Holt
Moonlite Chic Boutique
Home-based business in Fallbrook
(619) 778-2518
Hours of operation: 24/7 and in-person by appointment
Website: www.moonlitechic.com
Email: info@moonlitechic.com
Moonlite Chic is an in-home and online women’s boutique featuring the LuLaRoe clothing line, Grace & Heart jewelry line and Color Street nail polish. We strive to help women look good and feel good through fashion that is comfortable, beautiful and confidence-boosting!
Moonlite Chic is proud to give back to local communities through our fundraising program!
Personal Interests: I love “glamping” and traveling with family and friends. In my retirement from corporate America, I have found a renewed reason for health and fitness, which keeps me energized and feeling great!
I have truly benefitted so much through my Chamber membership. My business has grown in my local community. I’ve met so many amazing people and made new friends, which has been a true gift!
Darren Key
ISAGENIX INTERNATIONAL- The Key Team
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 645-0228 (hm office)
(713) 302-3103 (Darren, mobile)
(713) 302-4230 (Miriam, mobile)
Hours of operation: 24/7
Website: www.thekeyteam.isagenix.com
Email: the2keys@gmail.com
“We offer health and wellness product solutions for weight loss, energy and performance, and healthy aging. This triple-faceted approach ensures that our top-of-the-line products are sure to please all, and can easily be tailored to fit any goal. Our product solutions are the highest quality, always natural, with no-compromise ingredients.
We decided last year to make a change in our home-based business that would enable us to be at home, and joined the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce in November 2014. We are already stunned at the progress we’ve made in our business, just by being affiliated with the wonderful individuals at the Chamber office.
We have the privilege of working with other business leaders, as well as a steadfast Chamber office that has a true commitment to advancing our community. They promote local business like no other! May this serve as an example for all those who doubt the power of simply putting yourself out there.”
Personal Interests: Arts & culture, fashion, travel; being of service/helping those in need; supporting local community.
Miriam Key
Ambassador of the Year 2020
ISAGENIX INTERNATIONAL- The Key Team
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 645-0228 (hm office)
(713) 302-3103 (Darren, mobile)
(713) 302-4230 (Miriam, mobile)
Hours of operation: 24/7
Website: www.thekeyteam.isagenix.com
Email: the2keys@gmail.com
“We offer health and wellness product solutions for weight loss, energy and performance, and healthy aging. This triple-faceted approach ensures that our top-of-the-line products are sure to please all, and can easily be tailored to fit any goal. Our product solutions are the highest quality, always natural, with no-compromise ingredients.
We decided last year to make a change in our home-based business that would enable us to be at home, and joined the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce in November 2014. We are already stunned at the progress we’ve made in our business, just by being affiliated with the wonderful individuals at the Chamber office.
We have the privilege of working with other business leaders, as well as a steadfast Chamber office that has a true commitment to advancing our community. They promote local business like no other! May this serve as an example for all those who doubt the power of simply putting yourself out there.”
Personal Interests: Arts & culture, fashion, travel; being of service/helping those in need; supporting local community.
Anne Klentz
Ambassador of the Year 2013
Chamber Member of the Year 2016
INDIVIDUAL MEMBER
(760) 451-3452
“I have been a Chamber member for a couple of years, trying to help and contribute to the success of businesses in Fallbrook.”
Personal Interests: “Support all members – 3 generations in town.”
Laura Lopez
P.O. Box 1683 Fallbrook, CA 92088
(858) 988-1015
Hours of Operation: M-F: 8:00 am -5:00 pm
Business Website: www.roofixsd.com
Business Email: laura@roofixsd.com
Roofix is a roofing contractor business in Fallbrook. We specialize in the complete roofing process. We are licensed for residential and commercial projects.
We are locally owned and family operated. We offer discounts for active/retired military. We love Fallbrook and enjoy serving our community.
Personal Interests: Dogs, volunteering, helping others, networking, hiking, camping, gardening, social medial marketing and learning!
Joining the Fallbrook Chamber has transformed our roofing business. We have established new friendships and business connections.
Being new to Fallbrook, I knew I needed to be connected to our new community and joining the Chamber was only the beginning.
Mike Perdue
TrustMyTrust.com
Business Address: PO Box 1767, Fallbrook, CA 92088
(760) 930-9668
Hours of Operation: M-TH: 9-4 pm
Business Website: www.TrustMyTrust.com
Business Email: Mike@TrustMyTrust.com
TrustMyTrust was created to help people plan for the future. Wills, Trusts and other Estate Planning documents are complicated legal instruments that have powerful and far reaching effects. They are not to be done lightly without the aid of a knowledgeable and experienced attorney. We want to make these things simpler and easier for you. We don’t expect you to know what documents you need or want and we’re not here to “sell” you something you don’t need or don’t want. We are here to explain your options and let you choose what is best for you and your family and then lend our 30+ years of experience to help you do it right.
Personal Interests: Sailing, family, gardening, travel
I am SO impressed with the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce. The staff are professional, knowledgeable, helpful and kind. They really do their best to make sure the members get the most from their membership. Through my membership I have had opportunities to learn, grow my business and give my time to help others. I value my membership and the good people there I have come to know as friends.
Carlos Perez
AFFORDABLE AND QUALITY HOME CARE
1667 S. Mission Road, Suite AA, Fallbrook
(760) 645-3676
Hours of operation: Office: 8 am - Noon | Patient Care: 24/7
Business website: www.aqhomecare.com
Business Email: carlosperez@aqhomecare.com
Business Information:We provide non-medical home care to seniors in our community. We assist with showers, baths, medical transportation, and general home care. We help our clients stay home and remain independent.
"It has been a great experience to be part of the Chamber. It provides me the opportunity to be connected to the community. It is a way to be in touch and to serve.!"
"My personal interests include hiking and reading."
Leo Romero
Ambassador of the Year 2015
FALLBROOK FILM SOCIETY
(760) 638-1732
Website: www.fallbrookfilmsociety.org/
Email: leoromerorealtor@yahoo.com
Leo is very active with the Fallbrook Film Society, a non-profit organization in our community,
Leo has also served on the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.
Personal Interests: I am also a sculptor and do commission work. My medium is mostly clay, metal, and some bronze.
Paul Schumann
HEALTH AND WEALTH ANGELS, INC
(760) 726 4228
Website: www.healthandwealthangels.com
Email: healthandwealthangels@gmail.com
Health and Wealth Angels, Inc. is a nonprofit that works to help disabled veterans, domestic violence victims, and underprivileged children. We work year-round to gather supplies for veterans, help domestic violence victims get access to resources, and provide Christmas presents to underprivileged children in December by playing Santa Claus throughout the community.
Marc Sigmon
Ambassador of the Year 2017
MARC SIGMON INSURANCE AGENCY
(760) 639-9772
Office: (760) 645-3585 Ext 1
Fax: (760) 645-3898
Website: www.marcsigmon.com
A proud veteran of the US Navy, Marc has established himself as a resource for others. His work in the community includes serving as an Ambassador for the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce, a member of the Defense Veterans and Military Affairs Committee with the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce, and as the Leader, San Diego Affiliate with the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) – California. He created the Adopt-A-Senior program for Fallbrook Union High School District in 2020 and 2021.
He is the proud father to his daughter, Isabel, and a son to his mother, Barbara. His small-town roots are evident in his daily life. Marc has grown to love the community of Fallbrook. He cannot see himself living anywhere else.
His support of the Fallbrook chamber has grown over the years. He helps with the Avocado Festival, Christmas Parade, and the annual golf tournament. Marc strongly believes the benefits of working with the chamber far outweigh the costs. He is honored to serve as an Ambassador to help other members collaborate and grow their businesses. He has been an Ambassador since 2016.
Phyllis Sweeney
Ambassador of the Year 2011
Citizen of the Year 2015
THE ENCOURAGEMENT FACTOR
120 S. Main Street
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-3037
Hours of Operation: M-F 10 am - 8 pm
Email: pjsweeneyusa@sbcglobal.net
A Life Personality Coach and Certified Grief Instructor, specializing also in crises trauma and senior transition.
Phyllis also serves on the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.
Awards: Channel 10 Leadership Award 2002, Ambassador of the Year 2007, Soroptimist Distinguished Woman of the Year 2008, Chamber Small Business of the Year 2009, and Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year 2015.
Personal Interests: Reading, walking, and watching old movies
"I have served as a Chamber Ambassador for 14 years. For a period of time, I served as Chairperson of the Ambassadors. It has been, and is, a wonderful opportunity to be connected with the business builder in our community - the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce. As an Ambassador, it is an opportunity to communicate with businesses about the benefits of belonging to the Chamber, and the community as a whole. A really fun experience."
Kevin Trafford
SEMPER SOLARIS
(619) 715-4054
(760) 604-9434
Email: kevin.trafford@sempersolaris.com
Website: www.sempersolaris.com