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Chamber Ambassadors 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 by Shane Gibson, 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 Ambassador Marc Sigmon ~ 2017 Ambassador of the Year 
NEW YORK LIFE INSURANCE (760) 639-9772 Hours of operation: By appointment "I cannot possibly express my appreciation for the wonderful experience since joining the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce. From Lila, Jackie, Linda, and the other wonderful staff, they provide small businesses with the information and guidance that has truly been proven to be effective to fellow members. There has not been a single occasion that I brought a question or concern to them that wasn’t addressed with even more urgency and timeliness than I had at the time. The top-notch professionalism and dedication the chamber has to its members and the community brings people together toward a clear, defined cause of making Fallbrook reach its potential." Personal Interests: I have an extensive background in suicide prevention and intervention. I also was a CPR instructor while in the Navy with the American Heart Association. I have always had an ingrained desire to help others. My personal time is spent with my dog of 13 years and the wonderful neighbors here in Fallbrook. I have resided in Fallbrook since 2008 and have fallen in love with the community. I couldn’t imagine living anywhere else! . Ambassador Allison Abbott INDIVIDUAL MEMBER Personal Interests: Pre-hospital medicine; nationally certified Paramedic; Community service – coaching cheerleading & mentoring youth; traveling the United States. "I enjoyed assisting the Chamber of Commerce staff at a local golf event so I decided to become an Ambassador (to become more involved with the Chamber) and learn more about the services the Chamber provides as well as learn more about my own community!" Ambassador Rima Aboulhosen LEGALSHIELD/IDSHIELD Fallbrook, CA (760) 271-7049 Speaker, Consultant, Mentor. Providing affordable access to top rated law firms for: -
Personal and Business Legal Consultation and Advice -
Legal Document and Contract Review -
Letters and Phone Calls on your behalf -
Business Formation Documents and Filing -
Identity theft protection & restoration with Licensed investigators -
Gosmallbiz – Start-Run-Grow your way, includes a wide range of tools and services. Some of the most popular features include unlimited consultation, the Business & Legal Form Library, and the CRM with Email Marketing. “I love all the great events that are available to help you establish great friendships and professional relationships.” Personal Interests: Hiking and spending time with family and friends. Ambassador Deborah Bottomley 
ARLAN KNUTSON INSURANCE AGENCY 3235 Old Highway 395, Suite B Fallbrook, CA 92028 (760) 451-9835 Hours of operation: Monday-Thursday: 8 am - 5 pm Business Information: Property and casualty insuraqnce 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." Ambassador Ronne Branson 2011 Ambassador of the Year INDIVIDUAL MEMBER Ronne has been a very active member of the Chamber for over 30 years, and we are honored to have her support. Ambassador Sandra Buckingham FALLBROOK WELLNESS DIRECTORY (760) 845-6602 Offering yoga, chair yoga and gentle yoga to adults, seniors and children. “My experience with the Chamber has been uplifting, encouraging and engaged! A wonderful and welcoming support system with innovative and inclusive ideas to help nurture the businesses and nonprofits in Fallbrook.” Personal Interests: Hiking, dancing, cats, dogs, nature, conservancy, wildlife, nutrition, vegetarian cooking, reading, meditation, spiritual growth, travel, shopping, decorating, gourmet food and wine. Ambassador Jerry Burke, Jr. KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY P.O. Box 1231, Bonsall, CA 92003 (619) 302-5471 Business Information: Buying and selling of real estate. "My experience with the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce has been kind, friendly, helpful and sincere!" Personal Interests: Running, biking, swimming, bowling and triathlons. Ambassador Maryann Collings HERBALIFE WELLNESS COACH Fallbrook (619) 244-6126 Hours of Operation: All days and hours 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! Ambassador Pierre Domercq Ambassador Jeniene Domercq LAW OFFICES OF BURKE & DOMERCQ, LLD 2755 Jefferson Street, Carlsbad, CA 92018-1988 (760) 434-3330 Hours of Operation: M-F: 8:00 – 5:00 p.m. “At Burke & Domercq, we practice exclusively family law.” Personal Interests: “Family, gardening, reading, cooking, kayaking, fishing, dogtraining, raising parrots and getting more involved in the community to make it an even better place.” Jeniene also serves on the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Personal Interests: “Family, crocheting, sewing, getting fit, getting to know people and be more involved in the community to be able to help others in any way I can.” Ambassador Liduvina Favela Honorary Mayor 2018-2019 ACE PARTY RENTAL 584 Industrial Way, Fallbrook, CA 92028 (760) 451-0639 Hours of Operation: M-F: 8:30 – 5:00 p.m.; SAT: 8:30 – 12:00 p.m. “Ace Party Rental is a company for all your personal party needs, including weddings, anniversaries, birthday parties and all year-round holidays! Our goal is to ensure that all our customers are happy with their events. Being a part of the Chamber has definitely made my business grow.” Personal Interests: “First of all, my family and the satisfaction of my Customers!” Ambassador Theresa Geracitano 
FOUNDATION FOR SENIOR CARE Fallbrook, CA 92028 (760) 723-7570 Hours of operation: Monday-Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Business Information: Foundation for Senior Care is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), charitable organization providing services to the seniors and disabled adults in the Fallbrook, Bonsall, Rainbow, DeLuz and Temecula areas. Our core programs are transportation (care van), Adult Day Care, Care Advocates and Senior computer classes. "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. Ambassador Sandy Goodman 
LASER LIGHT IMAGES Fallbrook, CA 92028 (760) 728-5481 Hours of operation: Monday-Friday 8 am - 5 pm 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!”
Ambassador Ruthie Harris SCENTSY Fallbrook (760) 468-3347 I am a Director with Scentsy and have been an Independent Consultant for 7 years. Scentsy is a home fragrance company. Scentsy’s flagship product line of scented, wax Scentsy Bars heated in handcrafted warmers provides a safe, personal alternative to traditional candles.The Scentsy Diffuser instantly fills the air with world-class fragrant all-natural and essential Scentsy Oils, while additional product lines include on-the-go fragrances, laundry care, inventive cleaning solutions and luxurious personal care products for women, men and kids — all featuring exclusive Scentsy fragrance. “The Chamber of Commerce is a wonderful group to be associated with!” Personal Interests: Camping, crafting and spending time with family. Ambassador Carole Hodges FALLBROOK VILLAGE TOASTMASTERS 1120 E. Mission Road Fallbrook, CA 92028 (310) 471-5219 Ambassador Darren Key Ambassador Miriam Key ISAGENIX NUTRITIONAL CLEANSING Fallbrook, CA 92028 (760) 645-0228 (hm office) (713) 302-3103 (Darren, mobile) (713) 302-4230 (Miriam, mobile) Hours of operation: 24/7 “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. Ambassador Anne Klentz 2013 Ambassador of the Year 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.” Ambassador Susannah Levicki 
CAPITIS REAL ESTATE Fallbrook, CA 92028 (951) 691-2048 Hours of operation: Monday-Sunday: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Business Information: Capitis Real Estate provides more than just a service. We go beyond what an average real estate agent does. That's what makes us noticeably different, noticeably better. With 10+ years in residential real estate, I provide a full-service real estate experience with my buyers and sellers. "I am a new member with the Fallbrook Chamber, but I do have experience with the Eagle Idaho Chamber of Commerce, volunteering for events and committees, helping the community while selling real estate there. I look forward to doing the same here in Fallbrook!" Personal Interests: Spending time with my family, especially my 5-year-old son Liam. Volunteering, music, arts, keeping fit, gardening and fun activities too. . Ambassador Gail Martin 
PERFECTION IMAGING TECHNOLOGIES (760) 731-7176 Direct (760) 931-8388 Hours of operation: Monday-Friday: 7:30 am - 5:30 pm Business Information:Perfection Imaging Technologies for 28 years is a family owned and operated sales, service, parts, supplies and support company for all office equipment. "A past membership committee chair, Board Director and Honorary Mayor. Our Chamber provides great ways to establish new friends, referrals and clients. As a Fallbrook Chamber Ambassador for networking in our town, I encourage you to get out and shake the hands of your neighbors. You never know what opportunities may be presented! Remember it’s networking not netwishing!" "I enjoy volunteering for my church and community, spending time with my husband, 2 adult children and 2 grandsons." Ambassador Leo Romero 2015 Ambassador of the Year SUN REALTY 864 Tumbleweed Lane Fallbrook, CA 92028 (760) 638-1732 Hours of Operation: 24/7 As a Fallbrook/Bonsall based realtor, I am always available to help sell or purchase a home in Paradise! I feel every home, to me, is a work of art and we feature a gallery of homes for the next buyer. Leo also serves 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. Ambassador Julia Routh CHASE BANK 1091 S. Mission Road Fallbrook, CA 92028 760-451-9087 • 760-723-1178 “As a Private Client Banker at Chase, I get to know you and provide you with personal access to premium banking solutions to help manage your unique banking needs. Your goals become our goals. Feel confident about your future; retire on your terms." “Sandra Saenz and I recently joined the Chamber, and it has been so invigorating, meeting all the different people in our community. We love seeing the new and current businesses thrive and helping wherever we can. I look forward to more Fallbrook involvement.” Personal Interests: "Spending time with family and friends, exploring Fallbrook with my four dogs, kids and husband. I also enjoy weekend getaways at the river,a nd any festival or street fair with different foods and craft drinks." Ambassador Sandra Saenz CHASE BANK 1091 S. Mission Road Fallbrook, CA 92028 760-451-9132 “As a Business Specialist at Chase, our goal is simple - to earn your business and your trust. We hope to build a lifelong relationship with you by giving you all the support your need, so that you can do what you love - run your business. As your dedicated Business Specialist, I help clients manage their finances so they can focus on what they do best: building their business." “Since Julia Routh and I joined the Chamber, we have thoroughly enjoyed interacting with the members and attending the events. We love Fallbrook's sense of community and togetherness.” Personal Interests: "Family, friends, music, art, concerts, food and wine, museums, poetry and movies." Ambassador Allen Sargent 
DOINGCASH.COM 111 S. Main Avenue, Suite B Fallbrook, CA 92028 (760) 500-0075 Hours of operation: Monday-Saturday: 9 am - 8 pm Business Information: " I specialize in no-cost mortgage loans within California. I am also a singer/songwriter and guitarist, specializing in love songs, dinner music and contemporary Christian music." "I have lived in Fallbrook over 20 years and enjoy shopping locally. Here, we have relationships where businesses know your name and treat you like a friend, a neighbor and as extended family!" . Ambassador Paul Schumann  FALLBROOK VILLAGE TOASTMASTERS 1120 E. Mission Road Fallbrook, CA 92028 (310) 471-5219 Ambassador Phyllis Sweeney 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 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." Ambassador Elaine Tedrick WEALTHBRIDGE ADVISORS 5256 S. Mission Road, Suite 301 Bonsall, CA 92003 (760) 758-3702 Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 8 - 5 WealthBridge Advisors is centered on our clients. We've created a firm of disciplined service processes and an environment of dedicated, knowledgeable professionals who are focused on our clients' financial future. The Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce is a wonderful treat in my life. After raising my two children and living in Fallbrook for over 25 years, it has been so fun to meet so many wonderful people in this town that I may not have had the chance to. There is always something happening with the Chamber - from SunUppers to SunDowners, Wine and A Bite, Avocado Festival, Ribbon Cuttings, Grand Openings to Wine Down Wednesdays, even ladies night out. I am always greeted with smiling faces when going to the office. I enjoy being an Ambassador for this friendly village. Thanks for including me in all of it. Ambassador Kathy Tomacelli 
RIGHT AT HOME (760) 782-8888 Hours of operation: 24/7 Business Information: Right at Home is a nationwide leader in the in-home care industry. We are dedicated to improving quality of life by providing trained, bonded/insured caregivers for people who need assistance to maintain their independence – wherever they call home. Services include companionship/homemaking, physical assistance, hygiene care, wellness. Other specific care: Alzheimer’s/dementia; stroke recovery; cancer recovery; heart disease; hospice/palliative support. "I was introduced to the Chamber in 2014. I’ve been active and have found the Chamber incredibly instrumental in bringing the businesses of Fallbrook and surrounding communities together and being so supportive and active. Everyone in the Chamber has been so friendly and welcoming – there is a great sense of genuine kindness and community." Personal interests: gardening, reading, long walks/hikes, travel Ambassador Michelle Verdugo NUTRITIONIST AT THE ORGANIC SUITE 119 N. Main Avenue (Jackson Square) (760) 607-6911 Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday Michelle Verdugo specializes in holistic nutrition, chronic disease prevention, and promoting a simple approach to creating and living a healthy lifestyle. She is certified as a Clinical Nutritionist and Personal Trainer, and is a Health Educator and Inspirational Leader. Michelle, as a member of the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce and the Fallbrook Wellness Directory, is dedicated to helping community members take control of their lives. In her private practice, One Body Health and Wellness, Michelle coaches individuals of all ages who seek wellness and healing for various health challenges and/or medical conditions. She strives to educate, empower, and inspire participants to make life-lasting changes that go beyond temporary "fixes." Michelle develops customized nutrition and lifestyle change workshops for local and nationwide community organizations. To learn more about Michelle's approach on health, and to receive her weekly e-newsletter rich with healthy recipes, inspirations, and more – visit: www.MichelleVerdugo.com Personal Interests: Michelle loves nature, all things healthy, and enjoys an active lifestyle--her favorite activities are running, hiking, learning – reading and yoga. "Being an active member of the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce has been a great experience for me on many levels both professionally and personally! I am grateful to be a part of the FCC – a professional group providing great opportunities that have given me opportunities to serve my community while having fun, learning and growing my business!"
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Community Events
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Wednesday, December 19, 2018, 7 - 9 pm
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Friday, December 28, 2018, 10 am - 12 pm
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Wednesday, January 2, 2019, 10 am - 12 noon
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Saturday, January 12, 2018, 9 am - 12 pm
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Chamber Events
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Monday, January 7, 2019, 8:30 am
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Thursday, January 10, 2019, 8:00 - 9:00 am
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Wednesday, January 16, 2019, 3-7 pm
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Friday, January 25, 2018, 12 noon
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