Board, Committees, Meetings and Elections
Join us in shaping the future of La Jolla Village. Get involved with our board, committees, and community events.
Meetings & Events
Monthly
Board Meeting
Second Wednesday of each month
Location: La Jolla Riford Library, 7755 Draper Ave
Time: 3:45 PM Networking | 4:00 PM Meeting
Next Meeting: November 12, 2025
All members and public are welcome to attend.
Monthly
Executive Board Meeting
First Wednesday of each month
Location: LJVMA Offices, 7734 Herschel Ave., Suite C
Time: 12:00 PM
Next Meeting: December 3, 2025
All members and public are welcome to attend.
Monthly
Marketing Happy Hour / Business Breakfast
Fourth Tuesday of each month
Join fellow merchants for networking and community building at our monthly social events.
Upcoming Events
Oct 28th
Business Breakfast at Shepherd YMCA Firehouse, 7877 Herschel Ave (8:00-9:30 AM)
Dec 2nd
Mingle and Jingle Holiday Open House at Beeside Balcony, 1025 Prospect St. (4:30-6:30 PM)
Meeting Documents
November 2025 Agenda
October 2025 Minutes
Strategic Plan 2025
Board of Directors
The La Jolla Village Merchants Association is guided by a 15-person Board of Directors that sets policies and strategies under guidelines from the City of San Diego’s Economic Development Department. These dedicated volunteers are the driving force behind our organization’s success. Download the most recent BOD Roster HERE.
Executive Board
- Secretary
- President
- Vice President
- Treasurer
Board members participate in professional development workshops and complete compliance documents including orientation, anti-harassment training, fair & ethical meetings training, and conflict of interest forms.
If you are a business owner or manager in La Jolla Village and want to get involved in your community’s future, consider self-nominating for a seat on our Board of Directors. To learn more about and apply for the La Jolla Village Merchant’s Association Board of Directors complete this Self Nomination Form. Mid-year vacancies are filled as needed throughout the year. Applications can be submitted at any time.
Committees
Our committees are organized around the National Main Street’s “Four Points” Program. Three committees meet monthly to make recommendations to the Board of Directors on events, activities, promotions, and issues impacting La Jolla Village merchants. Anyone can volunteer with the La Jolla Village Merchants Association! Whether you are interested in joining a committee or prefer to lend a hand at a signature La Jolla event (such as our monthly First Friday Art Walk, Concours d’ Elegance, Holiday Festival, La Jolla Art and Wine Fest to name a few) we welcome your participation. If you are interested in getting involved at any level please send an email to [email protected].
Organizational Excellence
Executive Committee
Creating a strong foundation through partnerships, membership growth, and community involvement.
Coastal Access and Parking
Coastline Access
Works with the California Coastal Commission to to increase access to La Jolla’s beautiful coastline.
Marketing, Events & Promos
Events & Marketing
Planning signature events like First Friday Art Walk, Concours d’Elegance, and Holiday Festival.
Design and Ambience
Beautification
Enhancing the visual appeal and aesthetic quality of La Jolla Village.
