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BizBoosters for the month of September is Grocery Outlet - Milwaukie  
 

09/08 Women In Networking @ Clackamas Banquet & Catering Center

 

09/09 AM Business Connection @ McDonald's in Damascus

 

09/09 BizBoosters @ Ram Restaurant & Brewery

 Team Meetings

09/12 Leadership Steering Meeting

Premier Chair Circle

Cascade Eye Associates

Premier Chair Circle

Clackamas Review

Premier Chair Circle

Rivermark Community Credit Union

Executive Chair Circle

Community Solutions for Clackamas County

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North Clackamas County
Chamber of Commerce

7740 SE Harmony Rd
Milwaukie, Oregon 97222
503-654-7777
info@yourchamber.com
 Business in the County
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
  
Reality + Recovery = Ready  

 

Conducting business in these economic times looks and feels very different than just a few years ago.  Innovation, new partnerships, and utilizing different business tools have allowed many local businesses to weather the challenges and find success. You are invited to join panelists of local business leaders and the Clackamas County Board of  Commissioners in learning how businesses have adjusted in the current economic climate. Join our presenting sponsor Kaiser Permanente along with media sponsor Clackamas Review and site sponsor Abernethy Center for this important event that can make a difference to you and the businesses in Clackamas County. Register by September 21.
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Executive Voice


From the Chair
Gregory A. Chaimov, Attorney at Law 
  
Back to School for Lifelong Learners
 
Greg ChaimovAs the community's children head back to school, members of the chamber should consider their own educations. If you look around the area, you'll see that the most successful individuals-in business and out-are life-long learners. They are also, frequently, graduates of the Leadership Clackamas County program. If you want to become that kind of leader and lifelong learner, click here.

 

The annual program, sponsored by Marylhurst University and American Medical Response, meets monthly beginning in October.  In the program, you'll expand your network, yes, but more importantly, develop relationships that turn into partnerships.   You'll learn how public services integrate with business, you'll learn new and better ways to lead.  And, you'll have fun. 

 

President's Message 

Susan Lehr, President/CEO

 

Help local economy by supporting leadership growth  

NCCCC Community Foundation seeks scholarship funds

 

Susan LehrLeadership Clackamas County (LCC) will once again guide 25 local business and public leaders through a journey to strengthen their leadership skills. Participants remark frequently how LCC grew their abilities, confidence, and outreach which benefited their business. In these challenging economic times, we need innovative, collaborative leaders. Many businesses are looking to add jobs but need to stabilize first. Attending LCC provides an avenue to develop those skills and help them find solutions to their needs. Yet financially, it may not be in the cards. Can you help?

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Leadership applications due September 14th 

 

Leadership Clackamas County 2011-2012 begins in October. Applications are being accepted through September 14.

 
This year's class is sponsored by Marylhurst University and American Medical Response.

 
The Clackamas County Young Leaders' Project, sponsored by Clackamas County is a youth program also held during that time.


Applications and complete information are available here or by calling 503-654-7777. Applications will be accepted through September 14. Class space is limited so don't wait. Payment must be received with the application for guaranteed participation.

Adult application    Youth application


West Coast Bank
 Women In Networking
Thursday, September 8, 2011
  
Do YOU have a passion for EXCELLENCE? 
  
Marylhurst University
Sponsor

A presentation by Jean Ice will be about the choices we make, how our emotions and choices are connected and how they can affect our success and failure in business and in life. We all know that good choices bring good results so why do we make bad choices, when we know better? How do our emotions affect the choices we make? It's very interactive and participation is encouraged. The event is sponsored by Marylhurst University

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Geocache challenge coins are almost gone!

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Don't miss your opportunity for one of the best geocaching coins in the area! Click for more information or call Your Chamber at 503.654.7777.
  
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Members to be Featured

 
Members to be featured

With so many challenges in the business economy, Your Chamber has discovered another way for businesses to get their name recognized.  Your Chamber features a group of member businesses, by classification, in the E-Business News. This is part of the expanded customer service program developed by the chamber staff in conjunction with the Board of Directors. 
 
September - Business & Professional Services 

 

Accounting Services & Tax Preparation, Advertising & Marketing, Advertising Specialties & Promotional Products, Attorneys, Business Associations, Business Consultants, Business Training & Education, Carpet Cleaning & Services, Collection Agencies & Credit Counseling, Graphic Design, Merchant Processing Services, Office Supplies, Equipment & Document Solutions, Payroll Services, Printing, Professional Organizer, Screen Printing, Embroidery & Silk Screening, and Video Productions Services
 
A sample of featured members include: Beemer, Smith, Munro & Co. LLP, Michael Berrevoets, CPA, Matrix Video Production, Inc., Logotek, Inc., Law Offices of Eileen Eakins, LLC, Home Builders Association of Metro Portland, MerHan Strategic Consulting and Coaching, Metro Area Collection Service, CompuPay, Coulter Printing, Matrix Video Production, Inc. 
 

Promoting the Community


Red Cross asks you to show your true colors this fall

With the start of autumn, the leaves turn beautiful reds, oranges and yellows before the season gives way to winter. As the trees show their colors this fall, please show your own true colors and give blood. Your one blood donation can make a life-saving difference for more than one person. Call the American Red Cross at 503.528.5603 to make an appointment at the upcoming Sandy Community blood drive at the Sandy Fire Station, on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 from 2:00pm - 7:00pm.
Fair to provide free counseling to small-business owners

The 18th annual Oregon Small Business Fair, a free event for small-business owners and those thinking about becoming small-business owners, will provide free counseling on topics critical to them. Information booths will be staffed by agency representatives. The fair will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2011 from 8:00am - 4:30pm at The Ambridge, 1333 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Portland. For more information call 503.329.4260, or email or visit their website.
Damascus meeting and events schedule

Click on the calendar to view the public meetings and events calendar for the City of Damascus covering the timeframe of September 4 - 17, 2011. Also, click here to view  their calendar covering the timeframe of September 11 - 24, 2011.
Do you have Oregon's best Facebook Fan Page?

Who will be the social media darling in the great state of Oregon this year? Working Web Solutions in Wilsonville is taking nominations for the best Facebook Fan Page until September 30, 2011. Winner will be announced on December 15, 2011. Oregon-based companies are encouraged to submit their Facebook URL for consideration to Working Web Solutions founder Mary Killelea by email.
 

Members in the News

 

Rep. Kennemer appointed to Oregon Heritage Vitality Task Force 

State Rep. Bill KennemerThe House Co-Speakers have appointed Rep. Bill Kennemer (R-Oregon City) to the Oregon Heritage Vitality Task Force, a panel charged with studying funding of historical societies and other organizations related to Oregon's cultural heritage.  Rep. Kennemer said he's pleased with the appointment considering Clackamas County's many historical treasures.
 

Member Profiles

 

School hosts Harvest Festival
Local preschool offers event for community

 

The Goddard SchoolŪ, the premier preschool for children from six weeks to eight years old, located at 14210 SE Sunnyside Road  is hosting a Harvest Festival Open House on Thursday, October 27,2011 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm. Children of all ages will enjoy refreshments and fun activities at this special event. This is a friendly costume event where children go class to class and receive prizes and goodies. Presto the Magician will make two special appearances during this fun filled evening.
Exclusive online symposium just released for sAmerican Family Insurancemall business owners

Do you ever wonder why you are so successful at closing sales with some people, but with others it's so difficult? We'd like to show you how you can accelerate your business and improve your sales skills when you understand how your personality-and the prospect's personality-play such a large role in the sales process. The Business Accelerator Program extend an invitation to the exclusive online symposium, Sell More-Adapting Your Style for Better Results.  
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Enjoy free and tasty reveralicious

 

Join Deerfield Village Assisted Living on Sunday, September 18, 2011 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm for a delectable afternoon of food sampling from their everyday and special occasion menus. Enjoy a selection of scrumptious dishes, live entertainment and prizes. They are located at 5770 SE Kellogg Creek Drive in Milwaukie. RSVP to 1.877.929.9222. 

 

Tips & Tools

 

Are lenders shifting strategies in the Foreclosure Market?

 

National conversations coupled with local real estate inventory and sales figures are showing a larger gap appearing in the seizure numbers of foreclosures and the disbursement of non performing real estate property investment assets.  Simply put: banks are shifting strategies from the high risk, high loss activities of foreclosure combined with sales to a property management business strategy. Click for the opinion of Your Chamber member, Real Estate Broker, Marie Nizich (Bridges In Real Estate) with Legacy Realty Group.  For more information or to continue the conversation you may contact Marie at 503.780.4191 or via email.

 

New Member Profiles

 

New member can help you realize your dream

D. P. Design was established in April, 1984, to help homeowners realize their dreams and eliminate their stress when they add onto or remodel their home.  Diane Plesset, the owner, is the only triple-certified designer in Oregon: Certified Master Kitchen-Bath Designer, Certified Interior Designer, and Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist, providing consultation about products and the project, preparing detailed plans, and working with homeowners through completion of their project.   She's also the author of the award-winning book, "THE Survival Guide: Home Remodeling," and host of "Today's Home" every Sunday at 4:00 PM on Lifestyle WebRadio.   Diane will help Chamber members with home additions, bathrooms, kitchens, and in-home offices, and offers a special discount on her professional services.  Office hours are 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday-Friday, and 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM on weekends.
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