Membership

What is Samceda?

Incorporated in 1953, Samceda, the voice of business on the Peninsula, has over a half century of effective business leadership in the public policy arena. Organized to involve member business, individuals and civic leaders in a collaborative effort with local, regional and state officials, it addresses the challenges affecting the economic health, well-being and quality of life on the Peninsula.

Samceda’s focus is on influencing public policy on key issues including expanding housing to meet workforce needs, integrating the regional transportation system, establishing an internationally competitive educational system, standardizing permit streamlining and regulatory reform while preserving open space, and perpetuating our cultural and ethnic diversity.

Who is a member?

As the only countywide business association, Samceda provides a strong voice for its 250 members, which include businesses, individuals, chambers of commerce, Bay Area regional alliances, civic leaders and local, regional and state officials.

Our members are from diverse industries such as:

bullet architecture
bullet accounting
bullet banking
bullet biotech
bullet hospitals
bullet legal
bullet real estate
bullet software development

Why should my company join SAMCEDA?

bullet Information and Resources
  Members have access to valuable and timely information about San Mateo County’s resources and opportunities, providing them with an opportunity to stay competitive in today’s ever-changing market.
bullet Marketing, Networking and Advertising Opportunities
  Members have exclusive access to the current Investors’ Guide, mailing lists and committee rosters. Samceda organizes events which give an opportunity for networking and sharing a diversity of viewpoints.
bullet To be part of the solution
  Samceda is developing a comprehensive Peninsula-wide strategic plan to address the county's housing and transportation needs.  You can help effect positive change on the Peninsula by being a part of the Samceda team.
bullet To help recruit and retain employees
  To encourage people to join companies located on the Peninsula we need affordable, available housing and solutions to our transportation problems.  Samceda is making a difference and leading the drive for positive change on the Peninsula.
bullet How Do We Join?
  To join Samceda, please contact our Membership Department at (650) 345-8300.
or Fill Out Our Online Membership Form >