February 22, 2023
Chamber News
 Meet New District 6 Council Member Natalie Meeks
Register for Government Affairs Luncheon featuring Natalie Meeks,
District 6 Council Member
Join Us for a Ribbon Cutting at Besos Kitchen + Bar
The Anaheim Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the grand opening with a ribbon cutting for Besos Kitchen + Bar, which specializes in modern fusion cuisine and craft cocktails.
Good Morning Anaheim- Norms March 3rd
Enjoy a nice breakfast, conversation and connections at Good Morning Anaheim on March 3rd at Norms.
Leads Lunch March 8th at the New Villains Brewery
Join us for our Leads Lunch at the NEW Villains Brewery on March 8th. You'll be among the first to see the brand new dining experience in Anaheim (formerly Modern Times).
Multi Chamber Mixer March 15th
Join the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce for food, drinks, new opportunities and fun at the Multi Chamber Mixer Wednesday, March 15th.
Member Spotlight
Credit Union of Southern California Limited Time Certificate
Don't miss this limited time certificate at Credit Union of Southern California.
Muzeo's Greatest Wildlife Photographs Exhibit Now Open
“The World’s Great Wildlife” exhibits more than 50 of the most riveting photographs from National Geographic ranging from the magazine’s earliest days to today.
After Hours Mixer at Craft
Thank you, Craft By Smoke & Fire, for hosting our February Mixer! We loved showing off your great food and beautiful location in Downtown Anaheim. Looking forward to seeing everyone at our March networking events.
News
2023 Economic and Financial Update
Last week, the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce co-sponsored the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Economic and Financial Update with UCI Paul Merage School of Business Associate Professor Christopher Schwarz.  Dr. Schwarz stated there were a number of economic indicators pointing to a recession in the latter half of 2023 or even in 2024.  The Federal Reserve is currently projecting 0.5% GDP growth, the lowest since 2009. There is currently an inverted yield curve, an indicator of the last nine recessions.  

Consumer spending is finally coming down – while normal year-over-year consumer spending increases are 10%, it had been 50% in 2021 over 2020.  The savings rate is lower than ever before.  There is a large decline in housing construction – the only larger declines have preceded recessions.  Tax receipts in November, December, and January were each down year-over-year.  The average price-to-earnings ratio of stock market shares across companies are the highest since the Internet bubble of the late 1990s.  He noted industries with overinvestment have historically been the hardest hit in a recession, and he pointed out that the heaviest overinvestment during the COVID-19 pandemic has been in the tech industry. 
Visit Anaheim
Book at a Participating Hilton in Anaheim &
Receive Special Disneyland Offers
Experience magic this year at Disneyland® Resort with a special limited-time offer through March 31, 2023, guests at participating Hilton hotels in Anaheim can receive parking included on their stay, a discount on park admission PLUS an extra $25 per night Disneyland® Resort gift card per night of stay. Offer only available when you book "Disneyland Resort PLUS." Not valid on any other offer.
Small Business Association
 SBA Orange County / Inland Empire District Office
Events Calendar
Thursday, February 23, 2023
2:00 -3:00 pm
Thursday, February 23, 2023 
6:00 pm -7:30 am
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