Annual Economic Impact

$13.18B

Billion Dollars

The annual economic impact of one small California city.
Population: 67,000. Area: 10 square miles.
Home to the Davis Chamber of Commerce since 1905.

121
Years Strong
337
Member Businesses
61,700
Jobs Supported

A Small Town With
Big Data

Behind the bike paths and farmers market stands an economic engine rivaling cities ten times its size.

UC Davis Economic Impact
$13.18B/year
UC Davis generates $13.18 billion annually for the California economy, employs over 36,000 people, and educates 41,239 students. Founded in 1905, the same year as the Davis Chamber.
Bike Infrastructure
100+miles
Bike lanes across 10 square miles. 25 dedicated bike bridges. America's first bike lane was built here in 1967.
Venture Catalyst Funding
$223M
In startup funding through UC Davis Venture Catalyst, building the next generation of Davis businesses.
Farmers Market Visitors
500K/year
90 vendors strong. California's first certified farmers market, celebrating 50 years in 2026.
Jobs Supported
61,700
Across Yolo County, fueled by UC Davis, agriculture, technology, and local small businesses.
Only in Davis
Toad Tunnel. Nuclear-Free Zone. Village Homes Solar Neighborhood. Davis Food Co-op Since 1972.
A $14,000 tunnel built for migrating toads. A nuclear-free zone since 1984. The first solar-oriented neighborhood in the U.S. A food co-op with 8,000 member-owners. This city doesn't do ordinary.
Davis community event with families enjoying activities together

But it feels
like this.

Behind the billions is a community that knows its neighbors by name, shops at the farmers market every Saturday, and builds businesses that last generations.

Programs That Move
the Needle

From networking to advocacy, every program is designed to make Davis a better place to build a business.

Business Advocacy

We represent the voice of 337 member businesses at City Council, county government, and the state legislature. Policy that helps business helps Davis.

Networking Events

Monthly mixers, ribbon cuttings, and the annual awards gala connect members to opportunity. Business gets done when people meet in person.

Workforce Development

Partnering with UC Davis and local schools to create internship pipelines, career fairs, and training programs that keep talent in Davis.

Community Events

Celebrate Davis, Family Fun Fest, the golf tournament, Dia de los Muertos, and more. Events that bring 500,000+ visitors downtown every year.

Sustainability Leadership

From Village Homes to DMG MORI's carbon-free factory, Davis leads on sustainability. We help businesses find the green path to profit.

Member Directory

Be found by customers actively searching for Davis businesses. Premium placement, category listings, and direct website links for every member.

Events Calendar

Where business meets community. Every event is a chance to connect, celebrate, and grow.

April 26, 2026

Celebrate Davis

Davis's signature community celebration. Live music, local vendors, food, and family activities in Central Park. Thousands gather to celebrate what makes this city special.

Celebrate Davis event flyer
May 2026

Annual Golf Tournament

The chamber's premier fundraising event. 18 holes, networking, prizes, and a post-round reception. All proceeds support chamber programs and Davis business development.

Annual golf tournament promotional image
Summer 2026

Family Fun Fest

A free, family-friendly festival that draws families from across Yolo County. Activities, performances, and local business booths. Davis at its best.

Family Fun Fest save the date
October 2026

Dia de los Muertos

A vibrant celebration of culture, community, and remembrance. Traditional altars, mariachi, folklorico dancers, and artisan vendors in Central Park.

Dia de los Muertos ofrenda altar display
Ongoing

Monthly Business Mixers

First Thursday of every month. Hosted by a different member business each time. The easiest way to meet the people building Davis's economy.

The Team Behind
the Numbers

Rusty Seymour
Rusty Seymour
Board Chair
Carrie Rohrbach
Carrie Rohrbach
Executive Director
Bobbi Vaughn
Bobbi Vaughn
Director of Events & Communications

Community Investment Partners

Invest in Davis

Join 337 businesses that understand the power of community. Membership starts at the cost of a daily coffee.