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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chair – Marty Conger, Battelle
Past Chair – Ron Boninger, Iron Switchback, LLC
Chair Elect – Tony Umek, AKU Enterprises
Treasurer – Khurshed Sharifov,
Century Securities Associates, Inc.
Annie Jacobs, HAPO Community Credit Union
Melissa Garrard, Washington River Protection Solutions
Dean Moody, Intermountain West Insulation
Bill Robertson, Bill Robertson Nissan
Derrick Stricker, NAI Tri-Cities
John Ziobro, Telquist Ziobro McMillen
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Paul Carlisle, elevate
John Crook, Paragon Corporate Housing
Will Evans, AgriNorthwest
Sean Flaherty, Tri-City Herald
Shae Frichette, Frichette Winery
Nick Gonzales, Bouten Construction
Russ Keefer, Trios Health
Carlos Martinez, Dura-Shine Clean Company
Mike McWhorter, PayneWest Insurance
Karen Miller, Benton PUD
Mike Miller, Moon Security Services, Inc.
Vicki Monteagudo, Century 21 Tri-Cities
Rae Moss, Mission Support Alliance
Scott Oxenford, Bechtel National Inc.
Scott Parnell, Washington Closure Hanford
Brad Rew, Gale-Rew Construction
Chris Rivard, Moss Adams
Chris Robbins, Cascade Natural Gas Corp.
Lane Savitch, Kadlec Regional Medical Center
Bill Shibley, CHS Connell Grain
Steve Simmons, Country Gentleman Restaurant & Catering
Brett Spooner, Gravis Law, PLLC
Rene Vasquez, Ennis Fine Furniture
Ted Vause, MetLife Auto & Home
STAFF Lori Mattson, President & CEOAshley Coronado, PTAC Business CounselorElisabeth Holt, Marketing & Membership DirectorAustin Neilson, Government & Economic Affairs DirectorDiAnne Voegtle, Administration ManagerBrandan Eckhardt, Communications CoordinatorJillian Marquez, Project CoordinatorLiz Renz, Project Coordinator
In partnership with Senator Sharon Brown, we hosted Washington Department of Labor & Industries Director, Joel Sacks at a roundtable discussion on September 9th.
Our Board of Directors Annual Retreat was held at the Courtyard by Marriott on Friday, September 23rd. During the retreat, the Board of Directors and Chamber staff defined actionable and measurable goals to achieve our Chamber 2020
Objectives to ENGAGE, BUILD AND LEAD!
HAPO Community Credit Union recently renewed their Executive level membership and Richland School District recently renewed their Affiliate level membership with
the Regional Chamber.
324 business
leaders attended our
Congressional
Update luncheon featuring U.S.
Representative
Dan Newhouse.
During the month of August, our Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) Counselor assisted 11 new clients.
The Tri-City Regional Chamber Board, volunteers and staff are focused on delivering value to our members. Every Chamber strategy, program and service is created specifically to provide positive results and bring credit to our region. Here’s a look into recent activities, plans and results.
18 businesses joined the Regional Chamber in August, bringing the Chamber's total membership to 1,206!
Through the Washington State Debate Coalition, we are partnering with Columbia
Basin College, Tri-City Herald,
TRIDEC, Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber and Visit Tri-Cities to
host a Gubernatorial
Debate on October 19th at CBC.
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• Foster relationships with next generation members who desire to impact the community
• Contemporize member communications
Objective 2: Build capacity for increased economic and leadership resources Outcomes:
• Recruit and develop professional staff that is a leader amongst regional organizations
• Create catalytic leaders for the Chamber and the Tri-Cities
• Align Chamber resources with the Chamber's mission
• Champion community and economic development initiatives
Objective 3: Lead the region to a dynamic economy and quality of life Outcomes:
• Advance policies that strengthen business and improve the region's economic climate and quality of life
• Develop solutions and advocate for actions that optimize the region
Lori and the Chamber staff have been defining a set of actions that we will take to achieve these objectives and outcomes. Needless to say, your Chamber will be moving out boldly in new directions to accomplish this lofty plan. We have already launched two actions that support the desired outcomes 1) a new position, Economic Affairs Director, was created and we are in the process of nationally recruiting a high caliber individual to fill it, and 2) a Regional Affairs Committee was established to advise the Board on strategies/issues that will optimize the Tri-Cities as a region.
The future is beginning to unfold -- one where the Chamber will have broader impact on the Tri-Cities to better cultivate an environment conducive to growth and sustained success of our member businesses. Stay tuned to learn more about how the Tri-City Regional Chamber will help shape it.
Chair Message
The Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce does many things to enable the success of our members -- in particular, we provide a host of services and benefits for your business. However, we can be even better -- but this needs to be in the context of a future that is likely to be considerably different than the past. In this vein, the
Chamber Board of Directors met almost a year ago to map out a new strategic direction informed by the Horizon Initiative, a forward-looking evaluation of how the future for chambers will likely change considerably over the next 10 years. This thoughtful outlook was developed by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. Further, we need to be positioned to capitalize on several expected changes unique to the Tri-Cities, likely to reshape our business environment -- rapid growth in the region projected to be 30% or more over the next decade, a changing demographic, in addition to millennials, of minority residents and a quickly developing entrepreneurial ecosystem that has spawned organically in our area.
Over the past year, a subset of the Chamber Board working with Chamber staff has distilled the information outlined in the Horizon Initiative, combined with local input and crafted a strategic plan that, over the next several years, will help us both invent and be ready for an evolving future. This strategic plan was recently approved by the full board and the Chamber staff began implementing it even before the ink was dry.
Summarized below is the newly adopted strategic plan of the Regional Chamber with three strategic objectives followed by the desired outcomes.
Objective 1: Engage stakeholders utilizing innovative strategies
Outcomes:
• Maximize engagement and relationships with diverse leaders across the region
Martin Conger Board Chair
Marty Conger Tri-City Regional Chamber
Board Chair
New Strategic Direction for your Chamber
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WelCoMe NeW MeMbersThe Regional Chamber encourages members to conduct business with one another. Those listed below have recently made an important investment in their business and their professional career by joining the Regional Chamber. Please consider them for your personal and professional needs. When you do, let them know you learned of their business through the Tri-City Regional Chamber!
Eatz Pizzeria & Deli Phil Forzaglia- 509-943-2400 1308 Lee Blvd. Richland, WA 99352
Schneider Realty Group Amy Schneider- (509) 366-6221 100 North Morain Suite 308 Kennewick, WA 99336 Theschneiderrealtygroup.com
T-Shirt Factory Embroidery, LLC Annet Prieto – 509-542-0986 1625 W. A St. Ste F Pasco, WA 99301 www.tshirtfactoryllc.com
Water2Wine Cruises LLC Jay Denney – 509-263-1965 Kennewick, WA 99338 www.water2winecruises.com
Alzheimer’s Association Joan Acres – 509-713-3390 640 Jadwin Ave. Ste. I Richland, WA 99352 www.alzwa.org
Blankspace Olivia Berg – 509-528-8798 5453 Ridgeline Drive Suite 140 Kennewick, WA 99338 www.blankspacetricities.com
Tri City Heating & Air LLC Ryan Mirus – 509-591-6706 Kennewick, WA 99337
MassMutual Financial Group Olja Djuranovic – 509-845-0739 303 Bradley Blvd. Suite 100 Richland, WA 99352 www.massmutualdirect.com
Miramac Metals, Inc. Jeff McDonald – 509-545-0170 1699 E. Ainsworth Pasco, WA 99301 www.miramac.com
Edible Arrangements Christine Borley — 509-783-0653 8530 W. Gage Blvd. Kennewick, WA 99336 www.edible.com
Realtor Kay, LLC Kay Lehmann — 509-520-1046 8202 W. Quinault Suite B Kennewick, WA 99336 www.Kaylemann.weebly.com
BioLife Plasma Services Nicole Beck — 717-797-1886 7430 Wrigley Dr. Pasco, WA 99301 www.Biolifeplasma.com
Starbucks – Columbia Center Mall Tina LeDoux — 509-440-2950 1321 N. Columbia Center Blvd. Kennewick, WA 99336 [email protected]
Synergy Dance Project Marla Martens — 509-783-6070 4000 W. Clearwater Ave. Kennewick, WA 99336 www.Synergydanceproject.com
O’Donnell Grant and Technical Writing Company Michael O’Donnell — 808-937-2640 3003 Queensgate Drive #133 Richland, WA 99352
Kagen Coffee & Crepes Kagen Cox — 406-471-8967 270 Williams Blvd. Richland, WA 99354
Edward Jones Financial Advisor Dustin Clontz 1060 Jadwin Ave. Suite 325 Richland, WA 99352 www.edwardsjones.com
Gerald Moran D.C. of Back to Basics Chiropractic Gerald Moran 8033 W. Grandridge Blvd. Kennewick, WA 99336 www.back2basics.com
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Annual Publication Advertising Sales Have Begun!
Include your business advertisement in the upcoming Regional Chamber MOMENTUM
Annual Publication! This professional, high-quality publication is used to promote the Tri-Cities Region
and Regional Chamber Members.
✓ Reach over 2,400 businesses ✓ Create visibility for your company ✓ Inform visitors and new residents of your
company’s products and services
Deadline: November 7, 2016Elisabeth Holt 509-491-3237
[email protected] to reserve your space today!
ADVERTISING SPACE IS LIMITED!
Benefits of advertising in MOMENTUM:
Meet the Chamber is designed to be a "guide to getting the most out of
your membership." Attendees have the opportunity to promote their business
while learning about Regional Chamber initiatives, programs and services to help
them grow their business. Those who would like a "refresher course" on the
Regional Chamber are encouraged to attend.
RSVP by November 8 to 509.736.0510Tri-Cities Business & Visitor Center7130 W. Grandridge Blvd. Suite C
Kennewick, WA 99336
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 20163:30 - 5 PM
Sponsored by:
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A Benefit of Membership –Ribbon cutting and groundbreaking ceremonies are a benefit of membership and offer the opportunity to become acquainted with fellow members while showcasing your business.To find out more about hosting your ribbon cutting or groundbreaking, contact Elisabeth Holt at 509.491.3237 or [email protected].
ribboN CuttiNg & grouNdbreakiNg CereMoNies
Sage Crest Elementary Kennewick
National Maintenance Contractors Kennewick
Desert Hills Middle School Kennewick
Fire Station #5 Kennewick Purple Star Wines
Benton City
Wells Fargo Advisors Kennewick
Central Pre-Mix Yakima
Kadlec Clinic Kennewick
Miramac Metals Pasco
Zest of Beauty Kennewick
Foodies Brick and Mortar Kennewick
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The Country Gentleman Restaurant & Catering has been locally owned and operated since 1979.
Steve and Shirley Simmons continue to pride themselves on the quality of food they serve and the level of service their guests receive.
Country Gentleman has been a leader in the Tri-Cities catering industry for the past 20 years and
because of that, they’ve won two national awards and was recently voted “Best Caterer” in the Tri-
City Herald's 2016 People’s Choice Awards.
Grab a friend and join us on Thursday, October 13 from 4-6 pm at the Country Gentleman Restaurant & Catering for great prizes, wonderful people and
some BIG announcements they are excited to reveal! In addition, they will showcase some new menu items, as well as their holiday menu. This event is free to attend and open to the public.
Thursday, October 13, 2016 4 - 6 pm | Free to public | Bring a Friend!
9221 West Clearwater Avenue Kennewick, WA 99336
Hosted By:guest editorial
Supporting Hanford Cleanup Now and in the Future
When construction began at the Hanford Site in 1943, few could have imagined the evolution from plutonium production for the Manhattan Project, to the Cold War, environmental cleanup, and now a National Park. Hanford’s evolution has become a legacy for our community and our nation.
Mission Support Alliance (MSA) is proud to serve the Department of Energy (DOE) and this legacy as we support cleanup efforts and assist in the preservation of Hanford’s history. As the site integrator, MSA provides diverse and unique services – similar to the services we all depend on from a city government – reliable power and water, safe roads and emergency response crews.
As we manage and modernize services at Hanford, we are committed to ensuring the safety of our employees and the Hanford workforce. MSA continues to be a Voluntary Protection Program Star recipient, an award which recognizes our commitment to excellence in safety and health.
MSA is also committed to making a positive impact in our community. Through both corporate and individual support, we focus on giving to organizations that make a difference. These include Junior Achievement, the Children’s Reading Foundation, the Boys & Girls Club, the Children’s Development Center, the STEM Foundation, WSU Tri-Cities, the Tri-Cities Cancer Center Foundation, and many more. We are also proud to support the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce.
At MSA, we will continue to demonstrate our commitment to a bolder, brighter and better future, both for the Hanford Site and our community. We remain focused on providing the necessary services to DOE and other Hanford contractors to ensure cleanup workers have the tools, training and resources to get the job done safely and cost effectively. We are grateful for the dedication of our employees who deliver results and support this mission that is critical to our community.
To learn more about MSA, visit https://msa.hanford.gov or like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/missionsupportalliance.
Martin Conger Board Chair
Bill Johnson, President
Mission Support Alliance
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August Membership Luncheon Recap
Congressional Update with Rep. Dan Newhouse
Three Rivers Convention Center August 24, 2016
At our membership luncheon in August, we were proud to host U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse (R – 4th District). Congressman Newhouse provided attendees with legislative updates from Washington, DC as well as discussed key
federal issues that have impacted Central Washington and the Tri-Cities.
Derrick Smith, Senior Vice President, MacKay Sposito, Sponsor, addressing the audience.
Chamber members networking before the day's program.
Live Polling! Presented by Cascade Natural Gas. (See page 11 for polling results)
Congressman Dan Newhouse, speaking to the luncheon crowd.
Ann Shattuck, Mission Support Alliance, winner of the two Seattle Seahawks tickets giveaway!
A crowd of 300+ on hand to listen to Congressman Dan Newhouse.
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goverNMeNt affairs
2016 Elected Leaders
Reception
When: Wednesday, November 16, 2016 4:30 to 6:30 PM
Where: Pasco Red Lion Hotel 2525 N. 20th Ave. Pasco, WA 99301
Cost: $25 Registered by Nov. 9 $35 Registered after Nov. 9 or at the door
How to Register:
Online at http://bit.ly/2d4vrZQ Call the Regional Chamber at 509.736.0510 or HBA at 509.735.2745
Presented by:
Register Today for Tri-Cities Gubernatorial Debate Tickets!
The Tri-Cities will host a Gubernatorial Debate with candidates Jay Inslee and Bill Bryant at Columbia Basin College on Wednesday, October 19 at 8:00 PM. This is a historic event for the community and will give voters the chance to hear directly from the candidates about the issues. The Washington State Debate Coalition, founded by Seattle CityClub, has organized the debate, with the Tri-City Regional Chamber, Columbia Basin College, Tri-City Herald, Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber, TRIDEC and Visit Tri-Cities serving as local co-hosts. Tickets are free and available on a first come, first serve basis.
To sign up for tickets, please call 206.682.7395 or visit https://www.seattlecityclub.org/find-debate-your-community
Capitol Sponsors:
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oCtober busiNess developMeNt uNiversity
HOW SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
FINANCING OPPORTUNITIES CAN HELP
GROW YOUR BUSINESS
Are you planning to buy equipment, consolidate debt or improve your company’s cash flow? Maybe you just need a little help to take your business – or business idea – to the next level? If so, this month’s Business Development University is for you! Walter McLaughlin, Senior Vice President & SBA Sales Manager for Banner Bank will help attendees learn what opportunities are available through Small Business Administration (SBA) financing that can help you better pursue your business goals.
Register today to learn how to grow your business!
Date: Thursday, October 27, 2016Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pmLocation: Tri-Cities Business & Visitor Center Bechtel Board Room 7130 W. Grandridge Blvd. Kennewick, WA 99336Cost: $25 Members/$35 Non-Members
RSVP: RSVP by Wednesday, October 26 online or call 509.736.0510
Light Refreshments will be served.
Sponsored by:
Presented by:
Walter McLaughlinSenior Vice President & SBA
Sales Manager, Banner Bank
Deadline for submissions: November 25, 2016
The ATHENA Leadership Award®
¾ Presented to a woman who has achieved the highest level of professional excellence
The ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award®
¾ Presented to an emerging woman leader (under age 40)
* For a full list of ATHENA Award criteria and the 2016 nomination forms, visit: www.tricityregionalchamber.com
For nomination information, contact Jillian Marquez, Project Coordinator, at 509.491.3234 or [email protected]
JANUARY 25, 2017 | TRAC CENTER
Now Accepting ATHENA Award Nominations!
Shirley Simmons2016 ATHENA Leadership Award Recipient
Ana Ruiz-Peralta2016 ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award Recipient
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oCtober ptaC Workshops
GSA 101: MULTIPLE AWARD
SCHEDULES PROGRAM
What does it take to become part of the U.S. General Services Administration’s (GSA) Multiple Award Schedules Program?
Attend this workshop to learn:
What evaluation criteria must be met to be considered for a contract award
How to navigate the Schedules eLibrary
The necessary paperwork involved in submitting an acceptable offer for consideration of award
This training is not intended for start-up businesses. Attendees should have been in business for a minimum of two years with commercial and/or government sales.
Date: Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Time: 8:30 - 10:30 am
Location: Tri-Cities Business & Visitor Center Bechtel Board Room 7130 W. Grandridge Blvd. Kennewick, WA 99336
Cost: Free
Registration: washingtonptac.org/events or 509.491.3231
MARKETING TO THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
Learn how to identify your government customers, analyze current and future needs, select and develop the right tools to assist your marketing efforts, connect with your customers and learn best practices to achieve marketing success.
Topics include:
Creating an effective capability statement that will sell your company to potential clients
Marketing your competitive advantages opportunities
Identifying which agencies and prime contractors to target
After attending this session, attendees will be invited to return at a later date to receive valuable feedback on their capability statement from experts in the federal government marketplace.
Date: Tuesday, October 11, 2016
Time: 9:00 - 10:30 am
Location: Tri-Cities Business & Visitor Center Bechtel Board Room 7130 W. Grandridge Blvd. Kennewick, WA 99336
Cost: Free
Registration: washingtonptac.org/events or 509.491.3231
Presented by the Washington PTAC at the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce
For questions, email [email protected] or 509.491.3231
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poll everyWhere live polliNg results
Congressional update with U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse
Question 1:
Question 2:
Sponsored by:
Question 3:
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Thank You for reNeWiNg your MeMbership
26-30 YEARS AS MEMBERS
YRS MEMBER LEVEL30 U. S. Bank - Clearwater Branch Business30 Center Vision Clinic Entrepreneur30 Culligan Water Entrepreneur30 Kennewick Housing Authority Entrepreneur29 Richland School District Affiliate29 Costco Wholesale Corporation Affiliate29 Brookdale Richland Business28 Umpqua Bank Corporate28 Farmers Exchange Entrepreneur28 Henderson & Associates, Inc. Entrepreneur27 Tri-City Glass, Inc. Entrepreneur26 Manufacturing Services, Inc. Business26 Cannon Machine Products, Inc. Entrepreneur
20-25 YEARS AS MEMBERS
24 BMW of Tri-Cities Entrepreneur23 HAPO Community Credit Union Executive23 March of Dimes Foundation Entrepreneur23 Tip Pit Inc. Entrepreneur20 Hampton Inn Business20 Paragon Corporate Housing Business
16-19 YEARS AS MEMBERS
19 Aho Construction Entrepreneur19 Doncaster Insurance & Financial Services Entrepreneur19 Backstreet Hair Designs Entrepreneur18 Shannon & Wilson, Inc. Entrepreneur18 HandWorks Northwest, PLLC Entrepreneur17 All City Bail Bond Entrepreneur17 The Bouchey Group at Windermere Group One Entrepreneur17 Academy of Children's Theatre Entrepreneur16 Sagemoor Kennels LLC Entrepreneur
10-15 YEARS AS MEMBERS
15 Cerium Networks Entrepreneur15 Victoria's Academy of Cosmetology Entrepreneur14 Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC Affiliate14 BioMat USA, Inc. Entrepreneur14 PocketiNet Communications, Inc. Entrepreneur14 The Trophy Shop Entrepreneur13 Nuxall & Associates Real Estate Services, LLC Entrepreneur13 Raymond James Financial Services Entrepreneur13 Rescare Homecare Entrepreneur13 Yoke's Fresh Market Entrepreneur12 Steptoe Car Wash & Mini Storage LLC Entrepreneur10 Columbia Basin Racquet Club Entrepreneur10 Sprague Pest Solutions Entrepreneur
4-9 YEARS AS MEMBERS
YRS MEMBER LEVEL9 Barrett Business Services Inc. Entrepreneur9 Columbia Shores Comprehensive Obstetrics and Gynocology, PLLC Entrepreneur8 Chukar Cherries Business
4-9 YEARS AS MEMBERS
YRS MEMBER LEVEL8 14 Hands Winery Entrepreneur7 Mid-Columbia Mastersingers Entrepreneur7 Syngenta Seeds, Inc. Entrepreneur6 Frontier Communications Business6 Tri-Cities Wine Society Entrepreneur6 Red Lion Inn & Suites - Kennewick Entrepreneur5 Tri-City Orthopaedic Clinic Business5 A-One Refrigeration & Heating, Inc. Entrepreneur5 Curves of Richland Entrepreneur5 Hi-Land Garage Entrepreneur5 Hukari Ascendent Entrepreneur5 Lydig Construction Entrepreneur4 Fujiyama Japanese Steak House Business4 Inland Northwest AGC Business4 Fidelitas Wines Entrepreneur4 Franki & Co. Entrepreneur4 Mustang Signs and Graphics Entrepreneur4 The Richland Players Entrepreneur
3 YEARS AS MEMBERS
3 Corporate Allocation Services, Inc. Business3 Haskins Steel Co., Inc. Business3 Apple Valley Dental and Braces Entrepreneur3 Castle Megastore Group, Inc. Entrepreneur3 Senior Benefit Solutions Entrepreneur3 Support, Advocacy & Resource Center (SARC) Entrepreneur3 The Speech Pathology Learning Center Entrepreneur3 The UPS Store -Pasco Entrepreneur3 Vizual Assault Entrepreneur3 Fit For Me Entrepreneur
2 YEARS AS MEMBERS
2 Fire & Brimstone Wood-Fired Eatery Business2 Secret Print Source Business2 SSA Marine Business2 Ted Brown Music Company Business2 American Family Insurance - Jason Hogue Entrepreneur2 Benton REA Entrepreneur2 The Glass Punty Entrepreneur2 Verizon Wireless Cellular Plus Entrepreneur2 WinSome, Inc. Entrepreneur
1 YEAR AS MEMBERS
1 Paintmaster Services Inc. Corporate1 360 Automotive & Repair Business1 Design West Architects Business1 Victory Medical Solutions, LLC Business1 Yakima Adjustment Service Inc. Business1 Mai House Seafood Grill & Bar Entrepreneur1 Marla June's Clothing Co. Entrepreneur1 Qdoba Entrepreneur1 RX Pharmacy Entrepreneur1 Bouncin Bumble Bees Entrepreneur
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REGIONAL CHAMBER
OUTSTANDING MEMBER OF
THE MONTH
AUGUST 2016
Left to right: Paul Giever, Meier Architecture • Engineering;Denise Sweden, Meier Architecture • Engineering
The Tri-City Regional Chamber is pleased to announce Meier Architecture • Engineering as the August Outstanding Member of the Month. A Regional Chamber member for more than 15 years, Meier has established a firm reputation, providing quality, responsive and affordable architectural and engineering services to clients throughout the Pacific Northwest, the U.S., and the international market. A strong STEM advocate, Meier believes in the future; offering student internships, job shadows and classroom participation. Meier Architecture • Engineering is truly committed to providing the best services a local small business can provide to its community.
Thank you Meier for your time and dedication to the Regional Chamber and the community. We are proud to recognize you as the August Outstanding Member of the Month.
MEIER ARCHITECTURE ∙ ENGINEERING
Seattle Seahawks v. Atlanta Falcons Sunday, October 16 @ CenturyLink Field Time: 1:25pmSection 325, Rows CC-EE $195 per ticket (includes promo item)
Sponsored by:
13th Annual Tri-Cities Day with the Seattle Seahawks
Tickets Still Available!
Call the Regional Chamber today at 509.736.0510 to guarantee your ticket!
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✓ Learn how to market to the federal government
on October 11!
✓ Network and attend Business After Hours at Country
Gentleman Restaurant & Catering on October 13!
✓ Socialize with us on social media using #TCRCC!
✓ Register for the Good Health is Good Business Challenge!
✓ Attend BDU on Oct. 27
To Do:
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
3 Good Health is Good Business Challenge Kick-Off
11 PTAC Workshop: Marketing to the Federal Government
13 Business After Hours: Country Gentleman Restaurant & Catering
25 PTAC Workshop: GSA 101
26 October Membership Luncheon - Create the Community You Want to Be a Part Of
27Business Development University - How Small Business Administration Finaancing Opportunities Can Help Grow Your Business
8 Meet the Chamber
10 Business After Hours: Spencer Carlson
16 PTAC Workshop: Small Business Contracting & Legal Issues
16 Elected Leaders Reception
24 Business Development University
26 Small Business Saturday
THANK YOUSeptember Business
After Hours: Kadlec Regional Medical Center
September Membership Luncheon Sponsor:
Moss Adams
September 13, 2016 - Washington PTAC Hosts “Meet the Buyer: Doing Business on Washington State Contracts”The Washington Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) and Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce invite the community to attend the workshop, “Meet the Buyer: Doing Business on Washington State Contracts,” sponsored by Washington River Protection Solutions….
Septmber 12, 2016 - Good Health is Good Business Fall Program to Launch October 3
The Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce announces that its wellness program, Good Health is Good Business, is back for another 8-week challenge beginning this fall...
September 7, 2016 - Tri-City Regional Chamber to Host Free Government Contracting Workshop
The Washington Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) and the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce invite the community to attend the upcoming introductory level workshop, “Government Contracting Essentials.”...
September 6, 2016 - How to Prepare Your Business for the New Federal Overtime Rule
The Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce invites the community to attend its September Business Development University, “How to Prepare Your Business for the New Federal Overtime Rule.”...
September 6, 2016 - Tri-Cities to Host Gubernatorial Debate on October 19 at Columbia Basin College
The Washington State Debate Coalition, founded by Seattle CityClub, has finalized its roster of free, public debates for U.S. Senate and Gubernatorial elections this fall...
PRESS RELEASES Visit
tricityregionalchamber.com to read full releases!
13th Annual Tri-Cities Day with the Seattle Seahawks
August Membership Luncheon Giveaways:
MacKay Sposito, Mezzo Thai Fusion Restauraunt & Catering, Atomic Shootout Soccer Tournament
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PAID PASCO, WA
PERMIT NO. 361
Commercial Real Estate Sales & Leasing | Professional Property Management | Residential Real Estate
Gayle Stack CCIM, CPM®
Designated BrokerCommercial Realtor
509-308-7310
1920 N. Pittsburgh Street | Suite A | Kennewick, WA 99336 | 509.735.4042 | www.EverStarRealty.com
Real Estateis our business.
Relationships are our focus.
FOR LEASEHighly visible Gage Blvd. retail space.
1,100 sq. ft. Build to suit.
FOR LEASERetail suite at Union Square,
just off of Clearwater Avenue.
FOR SALECommercial building near Columbia Ctr Blvd. Works well for one or two tenants.
FOR LEASEProfessional office suite on
Burden Blvd., Pasco
FOR SALEMedical or Office building next to Kadlec. Suites available for owner-user.