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SUMMARY:Public Officials Holiday Reception 2026
DESCRIPTION:Public Officials Holiday Reception 2026\n\n \n\nBuilding Relationships. Strengthening Our Community. Shaping Our Future.\n\nEvery year\, the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber brings together elected officials\, business leaders\, and community partners for one simple but powerful reason: relationships matter.\n\nOur annual Public Officials Holiday Reception is more than a networking event. It is an opportunity to build bridges between those who lead our businesses and those who serve our communities. It is a time to move beyond titles\, political differences\, and the challenges of the day to connect as people who share a common commitment to the future of the South Sound.\n\nWe believe that strong communities are built through collaboration\, mutual respect\, and meaningful conversations. When business and government work together\, we create opportunities to grow our economy\, strengthen neighborhoods\, support local employers\, and improve the quality of life for everyone who calls the South Sound home.\n\nWhy attend this year? Because the relationships we build today help shape the decisions of tomorrow. Because our region's greatest challenges require all of us at the table. Progress begins when we take the time to listen\, understand\, and work together.\n\nOn December 9\, 2026\, join us as we celebrate public service\, strengthen partnerships\, and reaffirm our shared commitment to making the South Sound The Place for Business.\n\nOne evening. Meaningful connections. A stronger future for our region.\n\n\nWhat is Included: \n\n Networking with Public Officials of the past\, present and future along with Pierce County's business community. The future of our region is shaped by the people who show up\, engage\, and build relationships. Don't miss this opportunity to connect directly with public officials\, strengthen your network\, and be part of the conversations that will help move the South Sound forward.\n\n Appetizers\n\n Guests will receive 1 complimentary drink ticket (additional drinks available for purchase)\n\n Formal evening wear encouraged\n\n Festive photo opportunities\n\n\nParking\n\n\n\nThe Chamber is not responsible for any parking fees\, fines\, or otherwise\, damage\, loss\, or theft to vehicle or contents--this is strictly on the vehicle owner.\n\n\nA Welcoming & Harassment-Free Event\n\nThe Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber is committed to providing a professional\, welcoming\, and respectful environment for everyone.\n\nAll attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, staff\, and guests are expected to treat one another with respect and professionalism. Harassment\, discrimination\, intimidation\, threatening behavior\, or other inappropriate conduct will not be tolerated.\n\nBy attending this event\, participants agree to uphold these expectations. Individuals who engage in inappropriate conduct may be asked to leave the event without a refund.\n\nOur goal is simple: to create an environment where everyone feels welcome\, respected\, and able to participate fully.\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship Opportunities\n\n\n\n Please contact Pachia Paul\, Senior Growth Officer\, to learn more.\n\n \n\n\nQuestions\n\n\n\nFor questions on Chamber membership\, please contact the membership team:\n\n\n \n Pachia Paul\, Senior Growth Officer\n \n \n Jill Harmon\, Membership Consultant\n \n \n Kristi Dohring\, Membership Consultant
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\n\nBuilding Relationships. Strengthening Our Community. Shaping Our Future.
\n\nEvery year\, the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber brings together elected officials\, business leaders\, and community partners for one simple but powerful reason: relationships matter.
\n\nOur annual Public Officials Holiday Reception is more than a networking event. It is an opportunity to build bridges between those who lead our businesses and those who serve our communities. It is a time to move beyond titles\, political differences\, and the challenges of the day to connect as people who share a common commitment to the future of the South Sound.
\n\nWe believe that strong communities are built through collaboration\, mutual respect\, and meaningful conversations. When business and government work together\, we create opportunities to grow our economy\, strengthen neighborhoods\, support local employers\, and improve the quality of life for everyone who calls the South Sound home.
\n\nWhy attend this year? Because the relationships we build today help shape the decisions of tomorrow. Because our region'\;s greatest challenges require all of us at the table. Progress begins when we take the time to listen\, understand\, and work together.
\n\nOn December 9\, 2026\, join us as we celebrate public service\, strengthen partnerships\, and reaffirm our shared commitment to making the South Sound The Place for Business.
\n\nOne evening. Meaningful connections. A stronger future for our region.
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\nWhat is Included: \;
\n\n🔁\; Networking with Public Officials of the past\, present and future along with Pierce County'\;s business community. The future of our region is shaped by the people who show up\, engage\, and build relationships. Don'\;t miss this opportunity to connect directly with public officials\, strengthen your network\, and be part of the conversations that will help move the South Sound forward.
\n🥨\; Appetizers
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\;Guests will receive 1 complimentary drink ticket (additional drinks available for purchase)
\n&clubs\;️\; \;Formal evening wear encouraged
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\;Festive photo opportunities
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\nParking
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\nThe Chamber is not responsible for any parking fees\, fines\, or otherwise\, damage\, loss\, or theft to vehicle or contents--this is strictly on the vehicle owner.
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\nA Welcoming &\; Harassment-Free Event
\n\nThe Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber is committed to providing a professional\, welcoming\, and respectful environment for everyone.
\n\nAll attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, staff\, and guests are expected to treat one another with respect and professionalism. Harassment\, discrimination\, intimidation\, threatening behavior\, or other inappropriate conduct will not be tolerated.
\n\nBy attending this event\, participants agree to uphold these expectations. Individuals who engage in inappropriate conduct may be asked to leave the event without a refund.
\n\nOur goal is simple: to create an environment where everyone feels welcome\, respected\, and able to participate fully.
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\nSponsorship Opportunities
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\n\;Please contact Pachia Paul\, Senior Growth Officer\, to learn more.
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\nQuestions
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\nFor questions on Chamber membership\, please contact the membership team:
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LOCATION:Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront 5125 Grand Loop\, Ruston\, WA 98407
UID:e.1361.21537
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DTSTAMP:20261102T232509Z
URL:https://business.tacomachamber.org/events/details/public-officials-holiday-reception-2026-21537
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