Today we’d like to introduce you to Chris Cate.
Native San Diegan, Chris earned his bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of San Diego. During his time at USD, a high school friend and he started a successful small business that specialized in auto glass replacement and windshield repair.
Elected in 2014, Councilmember Chris Cate proudly represents the Sixth District of the City of San Diego which includes the neighborhoods of Clairemont Mesa, Kearny Mesa, Mira Mesa, Miramar, Park Village, and Sorrento Valley. As Councilmember, Chris has been lauded for his solution-oriented approach to public safety, economic development, and the environment.
The community’s support has been steadfast and unwavering. Chris has received numerous awards and accolades, including Board Member of the Year (Asian Business Association), Taxpayer Champion of the Year (San Diego County Taxpayer Association), 40 Under 40 (Daily Transcript), 40 Under 40 (San Diego Metro), 40 Under 40 (Republican Party of San Diego County), and the Filipino American Community Empower Luminary Award, to note a few.
During his free time, Chris enjoys playing basketball, spending time with his family, and trying new restaurants. Chris and his wife, Maria, live in Mira Mesa and will be welcoming a daughter to their family in August of this year.
Has it been a smooth road?
In Councilmember Cate’s office, he has a big whiteboard. He tracks the number of days in office and how many days he has to serve the District 6 residents.
He does this for two reasons:
•First, to remind himself he only have a finite amount of days serving as councilman.
•And second, to remember every day is a new opportunity and he can’t take any day for granted.
We’d love to hear more about your business.
District 6 includes the communities of Clairemont Mesa, Kearny Mesa, Mira Mesa, Rancho Peñasquitos and Sorrento Valley.
Is our city a good place to do what you do?
As a former small business owner, Chris knows how it’s easy to start a business, harder to maintain your business, and even more challenging to grow your business. And that’s why his office sends a letter to every single new business that opens in District 6. They let them know that if there’s ever anything they can do to help their business succeed, to reach out to them.
There are over 14,000 businesses in District 6, with nearly 30% being home-based businesses. A lot of great ideas and products are made right in the confines of District 6 homes. Councilmember Cate will continue to advocate, support, and champion for all businesses, large and small.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.sandiego.gov/citycouncil/cd6
- Phone: (619) 236-6616
- Email: ChrisCate@sandiego.gov
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChrisJCate/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/chrisjcate
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