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.
This month's Ambassadors Club meeting is private for the Ambassadors Annual Appreciation event. Please join us at our next public Ambassadors Club meeting on Thursday, November 5th!
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:
October 1, 2015
Time:
9:45 AM - 11:00 AM
Contact:
Jennifer Chernut
EMail:
JenniferC@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Meet at the entrance at 9:45am
Meeting from 10-10:30 am
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
Oct 2 Government Affairs Committee 10/2/15
Due to the unavailability of elected leadership, this one meeting of the GAC is canceled.
The next regularly scheduled meeting is Friday, Oct. 16, 8:00 a.m., Chamber offices.
Date:
October 2, 2015
Time:
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:
US Bank Community Room
Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce
950 Pacific Avenue, 3rd Floor
Tacoma, WA 98402
Contact:
Gary Brackett 253.682.1720
EMail:
garyb@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Friday, October 2, 2015
8:00-9:00 AM
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
Oct 2 Gravity Coffee Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting
Join Gravity Coffee on October 2nd to celebrate their Grand Opening with a Ribbon Cutting! Come experience coffee in a new form.
Free drinks
Prizes and more!
Date:
October 2, 2015
Time:
12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Location:
Gravity Coffee
4918 Center St.
Tacoma, WA 98391
Contact:
Jennifer Chernut 253.683.4881
EMail:
jenniferc@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Friday October 2
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
Oct 7 Small Business Roundtable 10/7/15
Small Business Roundtable (1st 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:
October 7, 2015
Time:
7:30 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:
7:30 - 9:00 am
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
Oct 7 RAMP 10/7/15
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:
October 7, 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
Oct 9 Chamber Luncheon Featuring: Downtown On the Go 10/9/15
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. PLEASE REGISTER AT THE DOOR.
Downtown On the Go's Annual Meeting
@ Chamber Luncheon 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.
Downtown businesses have all felt the effects of the great work that Downtown On the Go does with their programs in transportation options and downtown living. Celebrate their good work at this Chamber Luncheon, while honoring downtown business through the Transportation Innovator Awards, learning about transportation projects in Tacoma and supporting DOTG’s work.
The Transportation Innovator Awards
Each year, Downtown On the Go honors downtown businesses for their exemplary work in sustainable transportation and commute options through their Transportation Innovator Awards. The awards acknowledge and celebrate work being done that helps meet the DOTG goal of reducing the number of single-occupancy vehicles by 11 percent by 2015.
2015 Transportation Innovator Award Nominees
Alecia Kuhl, UWT On the Go
Cindy Schaarschmidt
Healthy Homes, Healthy Neighborhoods (City of Tacoma)
Jessica Ludwig, Pierce County
Kathryn Janker
Marguerite Giguere
Marv Sandberg, Commencement Bank
Michael Haeflinger
Michael Transue & Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber
Northwest Leadership Foundation
Pedestrian Crossing Improvements Project (City of Tacoma)
Penny Grellier, Catholic Community Services SW
Representative Jake Fey
The Man Who Sweeps the Bike Lanes
Award Categories:
-Advocacy Award
Awarded to the business or individual who has made a difference for downtown Tacoma through transportation advocacy at the local, state or federal level.
- Biking Strong
Awarded to the business or individual who is a leader year-round in promoting, education and encouraging bicycling as a commute mode; and creating opportunities for bicycling through the provision of bike parking for employees and customers, bike infrastructure, or showers. Honoring those who work to make downtown Tacoma more bike-friendly through their business or their work.
- Bold Step/Big Program
Awarded to the business or individual who made a bold change in policy to create opportunities for transportation options.
- Live Downtown Program Awarded to the business or individual who has gone above and beyond in promoting the Live Downtown program
-Unsung Hero Award Awarded to the business or individual who is a leader in promoting, educating, and/or encouraging multi-modal transportation but has not been recognized to their full potential.
Date:
October 9, 2015
Time:
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:
Venice Ballroom at the Hotel Murano
1320 Broadway
Tacoma, WA 98402
Contact:
Janice Hutchins
EMail:
info@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Friday, October 9, 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
Oct 13 Lunch & Learn 10/13/15
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. PLEASE REGISTER AT THE DOOR.
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.
The Entrepreneurial Equation
Presented by: Jason Light, Edward Jones Financial
This Lunch & Learn aims to help business owners learn more about taking advantage of the financial strategies and tools available to help them run their businesses more effectively.
During the upcoming Lunch & Learn, participants will learn strategies to help them:
•Save time
•Attract and retain employees
•Preserve their businesses for themselves and their heirs
Date:
October 13, 2015
Time:
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:
The Hub Events Center
203 Tacoma Ave. S
Tacoma, WA 98402
Contact:
Janice Hutchins
EMail:
info@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
11:30 - 1:00 PM
Fees/Admission:
$20.00 Member
$25.00 Non-Member
Includes lunch service
Oct 14 Small Business Roundtable 10/14/15
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:
October 14, 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
Oct 14 Military Affairs Forum 10/14/15
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. PLEASE REGISTER AT THE DOOR.
The Military Affairs Forum works to enhance communication and opportunities between the civilian community and defense installations.
Uniformed Military Personnel are invited as Guests of the event sponsor. The event fee will be complimentary for invited Military Personnel who reserve with: Janice Hutchins, (253) 683-4882 or by email.
AGENDA:
The Current State of Military Affairs in WA &
How We Plan for an Unstable Future
Introduction: Kristine’ Reeves,
Governor's Sector Lead & Director | Military & Defense Sector
Program Director | Defense Industry Adjustment Program
Executive Director | Washington Military Alliance
1.DoD’s Office of Economic Adjustment (OEA) Grant Update by James Evans, Program Manager, Defense Industry Adjustment, Department of Commerce
Military downsizing, future of the Army and force realignments are all making the news, but what about impacts to the defense businesses around the base supporting billions in the state economy? Join us for a presentation on the state's efforts to “map” the DOD supply chain in WA, better prepare for defense budget cuts and support local communities.
2. Military Compatible Land Use by Jeff Wilson, Director, & Deanah Watson, Growth Management Services, Department of Commerce & Xandre Chateaubriand, Policy Advisory, Governor Inslee
Think JBLM is the only base in WA or in the only county challenged by encroachment or incompatible land use? Interested to see how other states are tackling this challenge or how WA is needs your help to do the same here? Join us for an update on the report going to the legislature focused on taking steps to address this issue.
NEXT ACTIVITIES
November 12 John Anderson Military Citizen of Year with Rotary Club #8
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.
La Quinta Inn & Suites
1425 East 27th Street
Tacoma, WA 98421
Contact:
Janice Hutchins, (253) 683-4882
EMail:
janiceh@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Fees/Admission:
$15 Pre-Pay
$20 At the door/& Walk-ins
Oct 15 West Side Branch Marketing Meeting 10/15/2015
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:
October 15, 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
Oct 15 Chamber After-Hours 10/15/15
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.
Delicious catering will be provided
Complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks will be served
Chance to win great prizes
Must be 21 and older to attend.
Date:
October 15, 2015
Time:
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:
Ledger Square Law
710 Market Street
Tacoma, WA 98402
Contact:
Janice Hutchins
EMail:
info@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
Oct 16 Government Affairs Committee 10/16/2015
The Government Affairs Committee (GAC) is responsible for developing and implementing the business advocacy and political action strategic vision of the Chamber.
AGENDA:
1.PIERCE COUNTY BALLOT REF. 2015-1 Informational Item by Pierce Co. Exec. Pat McCarthy
“Shall Ord. No. 2015-2s, which approves financing,construction and leasing of a new County general services building, be repealed?”
2. 2016 LEGISLATIVE AGENDA
The beginning conversation by Michael Transue
Date:
October 16, 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, October 16, 2015
8:00 - 9:00 am
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
Oct 21 Small Business Roundtable 10/21/15
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:
October 21, 2015
Time:
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:
Banner 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
Oct 21 South County Connections 10/21/15
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.
CyberDivision & White Collar Programs
of the Federal Bureau of Investigation Presented by FBI Special Agent Norm Sanders
Come to South County Connections, Wednesday, October 21 when FBI Special Agent Norm Sanders discusses current trends in Cybersecurity, including ID Theft in Business/Commerce, and a case study on fraud.
Date:
October 21, 2015
Time:
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:
Pacific Lutheran University
University Center, Regency Room
12180 Park Ave. S
Tacoma, WA 98447
Contact:
Janice Hutchins
EMail:
info@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Fees/Admission:
$18.00 Member
$20.00 Member Walk-In
$20.00 Non-Chamber Member
$22.00 Non-Chamber Member Walk-In
Oct 22 Partner UP! 10/22/15
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.
Delicious catering will be provided
Complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks will be served
Chance to win great prizes
Must be 21 and older to attend.
Date:
October 22, 2015
Time:
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:
The Atrium of the Civic Building
3609 Market Place West
University Place, WA
Contact:
Jennifer Chernut 253.683.4881
EMail:
jenniferc@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary
Oct 27 Annual Meeting 2015
2015 Annual Meeting Presented by the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.
PLEASE REGISTER AT THE DOOR.
Tuesday, October 27, 2015, members of the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber will come together to celebrate the region's business community and leadership, connect with fellow members and review our Chamber's accomplishments.
This is an outstanding opportunity to learn more about how the Chamber's is making a positive impact on the business community, build stronger connections with fellow members, community leaders and organizations within our region and help us celebrate the accomplishments of 2015 as we look forward to 2016.
KEY NOTE PRESENTATION
The Trust Edge: What Top Leaders have and 8 Pillars to Build it Yourself presented by David Horsager
Trust is a fundamental, bottom line issue. Without it, leaders lose teams, salespeople lose sales, and organizations lose reputation, retention of good people, relationships and revenue. But with trust, individuals and organizations enjoy greater creativity, productivity, freedom, and results.
Through academic research and firsthand experience, David Horsager has learned what it takes to gain – and keep – The Trust Edge. Through a captivating presentation, Dave combines humor and illustrations with business insight and analysis. He will show you how the little things, done consistently, add up to huge results. Attendees will walk away with concrete steps they can immediately use to improve their lives and careers.
About David Horsager
David Horsager, MA, CSP, is a business strategist, keynote speaker and author of the National Bestseller, The Trust Edge: How Top Leaders Gain Faster Results, Deeper Relationships, and a Stronger Bottom Line. His work has been featured in prominent publications such as Fast Company, Forbes, The Huffington Post and The Wall Street Journal. David has delivered life-changing presentations on five continents, with audiences ranging everywhere from Wells Fargo and the New York Yankees to Goodyear and the Department of Homeland Security. Get free resources and more at www.DavidHorsager.com and www.TheTrustEdge.com
PARKING INFORMATION
Starting at 11:15 , $5 - cash only - will be accepted
by attendants on all levels of the Hotel Murano parking lot;
Credit cards accepted in parking machines with $8 minimum.
Limited street parking available.
Date:
October 27, 2015
Time:
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location:
Bicentennial Pavilion
1320 Broadway Plaza
Tacoma, WA 98402
Contact:
Janice Hutchins, 253.683.4882
EMail:
Janiceh@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
11:30 - 1:30 PM
Fees/Admission:
$45 | Small Business Member Rate (0-5 employees)
$70 | Chamber Member
$80 | Chamber Member Walk-In
$85 | Non-Chamber Member
$95 | Non-Chamber Member Walk-In
$700 | Corporate Table Sponsor (10 seats)
- Seated in the 3-4 rows
- Recognition in printed program
- Table signage
- One reserved table of 10 in prominent location
$800 | Premier Table Sponsor (10 seats)
- Seated in the 1-2 rows
- Recognition in printed program
- Table signage
- One reserved table of 10 in prominent location
Oct 30 West Side Wake Up! 10/30/15
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.
JBLM Corridor Traffic Updates
With Connecting Washington transportation revenue approved by the legislature, WSDOT is moving forward to deliver improvements along the I-5 corridor through JBLM to relieve chronic traffic congestion. A presentation will be provided by Bill Elliott, WSDOT Project Manager, on the status of the work and delivery plan for the corridor improvements.
Be Informed. Know your Candidates at the October 30th West Side Wake Up!
Know your Candidates on October 30th in part 2 of 2 Candidates Forums. We will have a number of candidates on hand to meet and discuss their views and issues.
Join the City of Fircrest's discussion on Proposition 1 regarding liquor sales!
Pro - Jon Rossman confirmed
Con – Scott Brannon invited
City of Fircrest Candidates
Hunter George, Confirmed
Heather A. Heiderich, Sending Substitute
City of Lakewood Candidates
Position 6.
Marie Barth, Invited
Ben Gonter, Regrets
Date:
October 30, 2015
Time:
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:
Allenmore Elks Lodge
2013 S. Cedar St.
Tacoma, WA 98405
Contact:
Jennifer Chernut, 253.683.4881
EMail:
JenniferC@tacomachamber.org
Date/Time Details:
Friday, October 30, 2015 7:30 - 9:00 AM
Fees/Admission:
Complimentary for Members
$20 Non-Members (one complimentary visit)