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Join us to recognize business and community leaders that best exemplify the values and business success for which GSDBA stands.with Special Guest Speaker The Honorable Bob Filner Mayor, City of San Diego…See More

Special Guest Speaker: Dr. Teresa ShanahanDr. Shanahan presents a lighthearted look at successful aging. She talks about what it means to age successfully and how to achieve it. Read more about Dr. Shanahan and the presentation hereSome of our past speakers include Downtown San Diego Partnership CEO Kris…See More

DJ, PHIL B 4th & University Entrance GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS: Individual Tickets Price: $ 15.00* Advance / $ 20.00* Day of Event VIP TICKET: INCLUDES: Access to VIP Area & Stage, Beer and Food in VIP Area while supply lasts. 250 Limited Tickets - Ages 21 and up Individual Tickets Price: $ 50.00* Advance / $ 75.00* Day of Event * Additional retail outlet service charge may apply. PRE-SALE TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE ONLY @ …See More

an orientation for new gsdba members and current members who want to make the most of their membershipCheck in is at 7:30 am This hands-on, interactive event will help acquaint you with GSDBA and show you how to get the most out of your membership. Come meet fellow members, our Board of Directors, networking facilitators, the GSDBA staff, and find out more about the benefits of being active in your chamber of commerce. Light continental breakfast will be served. FREE admission. Learn About...…See More

Hosted by Bourbon Street Bar & GrillPresented by GSDBA 4612 Park Boulevard at Madison, University Heights$10 members | $25 guests Great appetizers provided by LeiTerrific prizes and Mardi Gras merrimentSee More

Special Guest Speaker: Bronwyn IngramIn an interview, our city’s First Lady, Bronwyn Ingram, fiancée of mayor Bob Filner, said she is forming a group of citizen volunteers that she’s dubbed “Team First Lady” that will organize events like 5K walks for diabetes and neighborhood graffiti removal. But her main focus will be to unify homeless advocates in a singular direction and purpose to address the problem.The Regional Task Force on the Homeless estimated earlier this year that the county’s…See More

NEW START TIME: 6:30 PMHosted by Wells Fargo Hillcrest StoreThis is a free 21+ event - Please feel free to bring along any one interested in GSDBA membership and networking! Enjoy refreshments, lite hors d’oeurves and fantastic prizes.See More

HOSTED BY: TARA HOLE! CO-PRESENTED BY: ASCENT REAL ESTATEDirector: Frank PerryDescription: Back by popular demand! It’s been over two years since we first screened this film and after numerous requests, we have brought it back to FilmOut! When her adoptive mother Joan Crawford died in 1977, erstwhile actress/author Christina Crawford and her brother Christopher were left out of Joan Crawford's will, "for reasons which are well known to them." Industryites have suggested that it may have been…See More

Special Guest Speaker: Tom ShepardTom Shepard, a veteran Republican political consultant who helped guide San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders into public office, led the mayoral campaign of Democratic Rep. Bob Filner to victory.Tom has been a political consultant with 30 years experience, including successful campaigns for mayors, county supervisors, city council members, district attorneys and sheriffs. Successful ballot measure campaigns include the San Diego Convention Center, Padres Ballpark,…See More

GSDBA's First Mixer of the New Year! Celebrate 2013 with us at the fabulous, Top of the Park! Enjoy fantastic food, beverages, people and breath taking views.This mixer has been graciously sponsored by $10 for members $25 for guests 21+ event Click here to Pre-Pay.Be Sure to Print your Tickets!See More

Special Guest Speaker: Kris Michell, President & CEO, Downtown San Diego PartnershipThe Downtown San Diego Partnership is a leading advocate for the economic growth and revitalization of Downtown. The Partnership works closely with regional business organizations and government agencies to identify needs, develop strategies, shape public policy and implement programs that strengthen the business climate and quality of life in Downtown San Diego.Kris Michell, President & CEO of the…See More

Everyone is Welcome! Join the GSDBA as we set sail for a festive holiday cruise on San Diego Bay. $65 per person Includes hosted bar, fantastic holiday buffet, and dancing with DJ Laura Jane. Boarding Begins at 5:30 p.m.Board at the dock on  1050 North Harbor Drive San Diego, CA 92101Boat Departs at 6:00 p.m. sharp! Pay parking at corner of Broadway and Pacific and metered street parking Registration has closed - Please call 619-296-4543 Sorry, no tickets will be sold at the door. Tickets are…See More

Step back in time and enjoy the onboard festivities on the 100-ft long Mississippi-style steamboat, the William D. Evans Sternwheeler. Its historic décor will enchant you as we take a two-hour cruise on beautiful Mission Bay.  To top off the evening, GSDBA will be debut its 2013 Directory cover!Hosted by BAHIA RESORT HOTEL$10 members/$25 guestsAmple free parking available at adjacent public lots (Ventura Cove)…See More