News Release: 8/11/2026

Pasadena Chamber of Commerce
44 North Mentor Avenue    Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 795-3355           paul@pasadena-chamber.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 10, 2026

For information contact: Paul Little 626-795-3355 or 626-840-8583 (cell)

Pasadena Chamber and Valley Area Chamber Executives Present Building, Growing and Protecting Your Brand Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 4pm VIA Zoom

Free online webinar features presentation by Katelyn Barchowsky of Storied Lane Marketing and Anika Fisch of Social Rose Studio

PASADENA, CA- Join the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce and collaborating San Gabriel Valley Chambers on Thursday, August 13th for Building, Growing and Protecting Your Brand.

The webinar is free and open to the public. The online program is free and open to anyone to attend. Registration is required in advance at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UU_WUhJySyCEhM02mOB26Q

Katelyn Barchowsky founded Storied Lane Marketing to support local small businesses and non-profits in their efforts to grow and prosper. Her marketing expertise comes from over a decade of experience working in a wide variety of industries and companies ranging from small to Fortune 500. Ms. Barchowsky work has been recognized by Business Life Magazine, the U.S. House of Representatives, the California State Senate, the California Assembly, Los Angeles County, and the City of Pasadena.

Ms. Barchowsky completed Digital Marketing Analytics from MIT's Executive Program, and she holds two Bachelor's degrees in Marketing and Spanish from Penn State University, where she also minored in International Business. 

Anika Fisch founded Social Rose Studio in 2017 as a “college kid’s side gig” and “officially established” the company in 2023.  Ms. Fisch holds a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and a Master's degree in Communication Management from the University of Southern California Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. After grad school, Ms. Fisch dove into the world of public relations and advertising, gaining experience with top-ranking agencies and working on high-profile domestic and international campaigns. Ms. Fisch is expert at full-service social media management, strategy and content creation. 

The San Gabriel Valley Area Chambers organizing and participating in the Biz Boost monthly webinar series include Pasadena, South Pasadena, Rosemead, San Dimas, the Regional Chamber of the San Gabriel Valley, El Monte/South El Monte, La Verne, Claremont, Azusa, Irwindale and Altadena, along with the Women’s Business Center and Small Business Development Centers at Pasaedna City College. 

The San Gabriel Valley Area Chamber Executives (VACE) is an informal group made up of the staff leadership of Chambers of Commerce from throughout the San Gabriel Valley. VACE meets monthly to discuss issues of mutual concern. They collaborate on regional mixers and showcase events. They also support each other with ideas and assistance. Their meeting are often focused on brainstorming ideas to enhancing the Chamber experience for members. 

The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce and Civic Association is a professional business organization. Since the earliest days of Pasadena, the Chamber has played a major role in the development of this internationally renowned city. Founded in 1888 as the Board of Trade, the Chamber's primary purpose has been the enhancement of the economy, business climate and the quality of life in Pasadena. The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce currently serves more than 1050 members.

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