The Government Affairs Committee (GAC) is responsible for developing and implementing the business advocacy and political action strategic vision of the Chamber.
AGENDA
1. Special Session Ahead - WA Legislative Update: Michael Transue
2. 30th Anniversary Washington-to-Washington, D.C. Delegation 2015 Agenda: Michael Weinman
3. TPU/Click! Community Issue: David Schroedel
Date:
May 1, 2015
Time:
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:
Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber
Third Floor, US Bank Community Room
950 Pacific Ave., Ste 300
(NW Corner of 11th & Pacific Ave.)
Tacoma, WA 98402
Contact:
Gary Brackett 253.682.1720
EMail:
garyb@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
8:00-9:00 am
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
May 6 RAMP 5/6/15
RAMP is a regional coalition including business, labor, public and private organizations and citizens dedicated to improved mobility in the South Sound and Washington State.
Our mission is to ensure a healthy regional economy associated with the development of an effective, efficient transportation system and the resources to sustain it.
RAMP is co-chaired by Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy, Port of Tacoma CEO John Wolfe and Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber President & CEO Tom Pierson.
Remember to visit On RAMP The partnership’s blog is at http://on-ramp.blogspot.com/.
New content appears with the opportunity for news and interesting topics. Guest blog postings are encouraged, contact David Schroedel or 253-627-2175, ext. 123.
Date:
May 6, 2015
Time:
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Website:
http://www.tacomachamber.org
Location:
The Fabulich Center
3600 Port of Tacoma Road
Tacoma, WA 98424
Contact:
David Schroedel
EMail:
davids@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
8:00 - 9:00 AM
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
May 6 Coffee & Connections 5/6/15
Coffee & Connections
The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber South County Branch is hosting Coffee & Connections event to be held on the first Wednesday of every month. Enjoy a cup of coffee while utilizing your networking skills in this friendly, informal, and focused networking environment.
Date:
May 6, 2015
Time:
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:
Spanaway Lake Golf Course
15602 Pacific Ave S
Tacoma, WA 98444
Contact:
Janice Hutchins
EMail:
info@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
8:00 - 9:00 am
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
May 7 Ambassadors Club 5/7/15
The Ambassadors Club was founded in 1979 to assist the Chamber in its goal of increased membership retention and to provide a public relations liaison between the Chamber and its membership.
Members interested in learning more about this program are welcome to attend this meeting.
Interested in becoming an Ambassador?
Join the Ambassadors as they welcome new members to Chamber membership, contact members during their first year and assist with Chamber events throughout the year. Being an Ambassador opens doors for you while gaining visibility for your company.
Date:
May 7, 2015
Time:
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:
Brookdale at Allenmore
2010 S Union Ave.
Tacoma, WA 98405
Contact:
Jennifer Chernut
EMail:
JenniferC@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
May 8 Chamber Luncheon Featuring: Minimum Wage Implications 5/8/15
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. PLEASE CONTACT JANICE HUTCHINS AT 253.683.4882 FOR REGISTRATION Chamber Luncheon Featuring: Minimum Wage Implications
Each month the Chamber hosts a luncheon where you can come and receive updates on the Chamber and the community. The Chamber provides 80-100 attendees with the opportunity to become informed whether it’s through candidate forums, seasonal updates, or award ceremonies.
How Will Changes to Minimum Wage Affect YOUR Business?
Find out Friday, May 8 when minimum wage implications are discussed. Join the Chamber at Pacific Grill Events Center from 11:30-1 where you can hear about proposed minimum wage changes at both the state and local levels, and how they could impact your business.
Date:
May 8, 2015
Time:
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:
Pacific Grill Events Center
1530 Pacific Ave.
Tacoma, WA 98402
Contact:
Janice Hutchins
EMail:
info@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Friday, May 8, 2015
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Fees/Admission:
Member: $25.00
Non-Member: $30.00
Member Walk-In: $30.00
Non-Member Walk-In: $35.00
May 11 - May 13 30th Annual Washington-to-Washington, D.C. Conference 5/11/15-5/13/15
The Chamber will hold its 30th annual conference in the nation's capital to allow area business leaders and civic officials to participate in meetings with our Congressional delegation, military officials and federal agency representatives.
The Chamber delegation will advocate on behalf of a number of issues including transportation, international trade, defense installations, health care and economic development.
Interested in learning more about this trip including: Application, Accommodations, Agenda contact Mike Weinman 253-691-7877
Date:
May 11, 2015
Contact:
Mike Weinman, 253.691.7877
EMail:
mweinman@comcast.net
Date/Time Details:
May 11, 2015 - May 13, 2015
May 12 Lunch & Learn 5/12/15
Lunch & Learn
Each month the Chamber hosts Lunch & Learn where you can come learn about an engaging and informational topic. With an attendance size of 25-45 people this lunch offers a great personal and social experience.
Crowdfunding
Presented By: Michael Laine
For businesses, entrepreneurs, artists, and hobbyists, crowdfunding can be a way to develop and mobilize a community to help launch dreams. Join the Chamber May 12 when Social Contract It Co-founder Michael Laine will lead a discussion on what crowdfunding is and how Social Contract It is using it to get Tacoma on the map. Social Contract It is a community crowdfunding resource, focused on educating people how to effectively crowdfund.
Date:
May 12, 2015
Time:
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:
The Swiss Restaurant & Pub
1904 Jefferson Ave.
Tacoma, WA 98402
Contact:
Janice Hutchins
EMail:
info@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
11:30 - 1:00 PM
Fees/Admission:
$20.00 Member
$25.00 Non-Member
Includes lunch service
May 13 Military Affairs Forum 05/13/2015
Military Affairs Forum
Military Affairs Forum works to enhance communication and opportunities between the civilian community and defense installations.
MILITARY AFFAIRS FORUM
Event Sponsor:
The event fee will be complimentarily hosted by our sponsor for invited Military Personnel who reserve with Janice Hutchins, (253) 683-4882 or janiceh@tacomachamber.org
AGENDA:
CAPTAIN Brian N. Humm Commodore Submarine Squadron 19
Captain Humm served at sea as a Junior Officer on USS TINOSA (SSN 606), Engineer on USS TAUTOG (SSN 639) and Executive Officer in USS FLORIDA (SSBN 728) BLUE. He commanded USS BUFFALO (SSN 715) from May 2005 to July 2007 and USS OHIO (SSGN 726) BLUE from November 2010 to December 2012.
Ashore, he served as the Flag Lieutenant to the Commander, Submarine Group 2 in Groton, CT and the Submarine Squadron 3 Engineer in Pearl Harbor, HI. In August 2004, he completed a tour as the Submarine Executive Officer/Post-Executive Officer Detailer at the Bureau of Naval Personnel in Millington, TN. Following command of USS BUFFALO, he was the Senior Member, Tactical Readiness Evaluation Team, Pacific Fleet Submarine Force and served in J8 at U.S. Strategic Command as Chief of the Space and Global ISR Division. Most recently, CAPT Humm served as the Director for Operations (N3) on the staff of the Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic.
Cyber Security as a Regional Economic Issue Michael K. Hamilton Cybersecurity Policy Advisor State of Washington Office of CIO
Join Cybersecurity Policy Advisor Mike Hamilton as he share an all-state strategy to treat infrastructure as an economic issue, and how the strategy centers around workforce development, infrastructure protection and research.
NEXT ACTIVITY Evergreen Fleet Cruise:Wed., June 24, Tacoma Yacht Club
ANNOUNCEMENTS The Chamber encourages you to visit its military-community blog:C-9 Blog, which focuses on the armed forces and civilian relationships, with an emphasis on the Pacific Northwest.Please visit and subscribe to this free information source.
Visit the “Tacoma-Pierce Co. Veteran & Business Service” Facebook page.Like the page to stay informed of workplace opportunities for transitioning vets and vets and as well as current information.
Date:
May 13, 2015
Time:
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:
La Quinta Inn & Suites
1425 East 27th Street
Tacoma, WA 98421
Contact:
Janice Hutchins, 253.683.4882
EMail:
JaniceH@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Wednesday, May 13, 2015
7:30 - 9:00 AM
Fees/Admission:
$15.00 Pre-Paid
$20.00 Walk-Ins
May 13 Small Business Roundtable 5/13/15
Small Business Roundtable (2nd Wednesday of the Month)
Every business has had to start at the bottom at some point and we all know that the climb to the top is not an easy one. Small Business Roundtable is a forum where small business can gather to discuss marketing issues, share solutions, and develop new ideas to help them succeed.
Date:
May 13, 2015
Time:
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:
Financial Network
5000 Bridgeport Way W
University Place, WA 98467
Contact:
Janice Hutchins
EMail:
info@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
7:30 - 9:00 AM
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
May 15 Government Affairs Committee 05/15/2015
The Government Affairs Committee (GAC) is responsible for developing and implementing the business advocacy and political action strategic vision of the Chamber.
Date:
May 15, 2015
Time:
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Website:
http://www.tacomachamber.org
Location:
Chamber Offices
US Bank Community Room
950 Pacific Ave., Ste 300
(NW Corner of 11th & Pacific Ave.)
Tacoma, WA 98402
Contact:
Gary Brackett
EMail:
garyb@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Friday, May 15, 2015
8:00 - 9:00 am
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
May 20 Small Business Roundtable 5/20/15
Small Business Roundtable (3rd Wednesday of the Month)
Every business has had to start at the bottom at some point and we all know that the climb to the top is not an easy one. Small Business Roundtable is a forum where small business can gather to discuss marketing issues, share solutions, and develop new ideas to help them succeed.
Parking Information: 1. AWB spot - If you park in one of the three AWB spaces you do nothing, no code and ticket are needed.
2. Open spot - Park, find your parking space number and take it to the machine that is located by the exit of the garage.
a. Hit any button to start b. Enter parking space #, hit enter
c. Enter the code for the number of hours ( ex: 1 for 0-3 hours) hit enter
d. It will ask if you have a coupon, hit 1 for yes, it will then prompt for the code AWB's code is 1025, hit enter
e. Receipt will print (see attached) and place in your car window
Date:
May 20, 2015
Time:
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:
AmericanWest Bank
1015 A Street, Ste 100
Tacoma, WA 98402
See event details for additional parking information.
Contact:
Janice Hutchins
EMail:
info@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
7:30 - 9:00 AM
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
May 20 South County Connections 5/20/15
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. PLEASE REGISTER AT THE DOOR.
South County Connections This monthly business forum for the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber South County Branch provides those doing business in Frederickson, Parkland and Spanaway with the opportunity to receive the benefit of an educational topic and community updates.
Col. H. Charles Hodges, Jr., JBLM Commander, will take a look back and speak about several accomplishments and improvements to JBLM over the past three years, to include: Joint Base re-branding; transportation initiatives and solutions; transition assistance for Service members; environmental sustainability; and more. He will also take a look forward as he prepares to change command later this summer.
Date:
May 20, 2015
Time:
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location:
Pacific Lutheran University
Regency Room, University Center Room 203
Building #34 on campus map
12180 Park Ave. S
Tacoma, WA 98447
Contact:
Janice Hutchins
EMail:
info@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
12:00 - 1:30 PM
Fees/Admission:
$16.00 Member
$18.00 Member Walk-In
$18.00 Non-Chamber Member
$20.00 Non-Chamber Member Walk-In
May 21 West Side Branch Marketing Meeting 1/15/15
West Side Branch Marketing Meeting
Looking to get more involved in your business community? Are you interested in helping to plan upcoming events with the local Chamber of Commerce?
Join the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber West Side Branch– every Third Thursday of the month and contribute to the planning and production of the events held throughout the year.
Date:
May 21, 2015
Time:
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location:
Round Table Pizza
7011 27th Street West
University Place, WA 98466
Contact:
Brenna Johnson, (253) 682-1733
EMail:
Brennaj@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Fees/Admission:
Lunch on your own
May 21 Chamber After-Hours 5/21/15
Chamber After-Hours is our monthly networking event where you will have the opportunity to meet & mingle with small, medium, and large Chamber member businesses. This is your chance to promote your business, meet possible clients, and interact with new businesses.
Take advantage of this complimentary opportunity to meet and mingle while sipping on a glass of wine and snacking on a variety of delicious hors d'oeuvres. Must be 21 and older to attend.
TMP Mainstage: Performances from The Buddy Holly Story & West Side Story
Camp TMP: Song performance
Announcement of 2015/2016 Season
Ticket Giveaways
TMP Family Theater: Song performance
Date:
May 21, 2015
Time:
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:
Tacoma Musical Playhouse
7116 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98406
Contact:
Janice Hutchins
EMail:
info@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Thursday, May 21, 2015
5:00-7:00 PM
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
May 28 Rainier Connect/Key Bank Chamber Golf Classic 2015
Rainier Connect/Key Bank
Chamber Golf Classic Tournament 2015
The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber is pleased to present the annual Rainier Connect/Key Bank Chamber Golf Classic! Spend your day playing 18 holes of golf, networking with 140+ business community members, and winning raffles/awards/competitions and much more!
Tournament Info:
Thursday, May 28, 2015
10:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Location:
Tacoma Country & Golf Club
13204 Country Club Drive SW
Lakewood, WA 98498
Tentative Schedule 9:30 AM Golfer Check-In
10:30 AM Pre-Event Party
12:30 PM Shotgun Start
6:00 - 7:30 PM Awards Banquet
Pre-Sale of our Raffle Tickets are now Available! Click here to request to purchase your tickets!
Click HERE for entry form
Click HERE for donation form
Click HERE for fact sheet
Click HERE for sponsorship opportunities
For more information on sponsorship opportunities, contact Dawn Doyle at 253.682.1728
ChCli Refunds and credits are not permitted for registration cancelations under any circumstances unless requested 3 days prior to the event. Substitutions are welcome at anytime.
9:30 AM Golfer Check-In
10:30 AM Pre-Event Party
12:30 PM Shotgun Start
6:00 - 7:30 PM Awards Banquet
Fees/Admission:
$325.00 Individual: Early Registration: Ends 5/4/15
$400.00 Individual: After 5/4/15
$1300.00 Foursome: Early Registration: Ends 5/4/15
$1375.00 Foursome: After 5/4/15
Entry Fee Includes:
18 holes of golf
Golf cart
Pre-event party
Boxed lunches
Tee gift package
Awards banquet
Grand prize opportunities
May 29 West Side Wake Up! 5/29/15
West Side Wake Up!
This monthly business forum for the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber West Side Branch provides those doing business with the opportunity to receive the benefit of an educational topic and community updates.
Succession Planning
Succession planning is a part of the process of preparing for the future of your company. Do you have a succession plan for your business? Do you want to find out the best strategy for developing one? Then come to West Side Wake Up! May 29 and hear a panel discuss the best strategies to make these key business decisions. Panel includes:
Richard L. Hoefel, Attorney, Richard L. Hoefel PLLC
Marc Jorgensen, Certified Public Accountant, Ryan, Jorgenson, & Limoli PS
Jason Light, AAMS Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Date:
May 29, 2015
Time:
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:
Smoke + Cedar
2013 S Cedar Street
Tacoma, WA 98405
Contact:
Janice Hutchins 253.683.4882
EMail:
JaniceH@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Friday, May 29, 2015 7:30 - 9:00 AM
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary for Members
$20 Non-Members (one complimentary visit)