| Edmonds Chamber of Commerce
Member Newsletter
December 2010 |
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Chamber Staff | |
Executive Director
Membership &
Communications Manager
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| Chamber Board of Directors | |
President
Ron Clyborne Windermere Real Estate North/Inc. 1st Vice President
Bob Rinehart 2nd Vice President
Jack Loos Rael & Letson Actuaries Treasurer Chris Fleck Puget Sound Tax Services
2011 Board Members
David Arista
Valerie Claypool
Tracy Cobbin Erin Eddins Jim Hills Bob McChesney Joe McIalwain
Pat McKee Strom Peterson Theresa Poalucci Petra Rousu Matt Smith Darlene Stern Thomas Tomberg Juliana Van Buskirk Frank Yamamoto
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| Renewed Members |
Member Since 1980
Joan Longstaff & Associates
Member Since 1986
Ben Cain & Associates, Inc.
Sound styles Clothing &
Accessories
Member Since 1992
Loughrin & Co. Member Since 1994 Faith Community Church
Member Since 1997
Hollywood Lights
Member Since 1998
Celebrations Catering Services
Member Since 2000
The Hagen Firm PLLC
The Papery
Member Since 2001 TGB Architects
Members Since 2003 Edmonds Landscaping
Member Since 2004 Infinity Mortgage Group
Member Since 2005 Clothes for Kids
Mollie Boyce Massage
Member Since 2006
Mountain Pacific Bank
Member Since 2008 Fabric of Life
Claypool Realtor - Keller
Williams Realty
Association Benefits
Corporation
La Galleria
RCB Wealth Management
Village Transmission
Member Since 2009 Epulo Bistro
Westenhaver Chiropractic
THANK YOU!
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Member Highlight -- Faith Community Church | |
Faith Community Church has been a part of the Edmonds community for over 50 years. Our desire is to provide a place where people can explore and discover what it means to follow Jesus. A new avenue of dialogue and discussion is our blog www.heartforpeople.wordpress.com. We invite you to visit and join in the conversation.
One of the ways we seek to embody our goal is through serving in our community. We have partnered with the parks department, the Edmonds Chamber, Support 7 - Police and Fire Chaplaincy, Habitat for Humanity, and local schools. We are active supporters of Jacob's Well, a new transitional housing program for homeless families.
Our services are at 9 AM on Sunday with nursery and children's ministry provided. Our Christmas Eve candlelight services are at 5 and 11 PM. Everyone is invited. Faith Community Church is located at 10220 - 238th St. SW in Edmonds.
Our Mission: to be genuine followers of Jesus who are a transforming presence in our community.
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THANK YOU | |
The Chamber would like to thank Business Member Glazed and Amazed for all the wonderful ceramic dog dishes you see around town. If you're a pet owner, stop by the shop @ 514 Main Street and say thanks to owner Judy Salinas for these great additions to the Edmonds experience! |
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| From Your Executive Director | |
Hard to believe in just 4 short weeks 2010 will be over. The annual Tree Lighting Ceremony was a huge success -- cookies, cider, singing, Santa, and the weather cooperated. Thanks go out to all the volunteers, North Sound Church, Maplewood Middle School Jazz Band, the City of Edmonds Parks Department and Street Department, and of course our sponsors: The Journal Newspapers; Pacific Rim Talent; Dewer Meeks + Ekrem; Amber Salinas Photography; Edmonds Conference Center; Nama's Candy Store; Edmonds Bakery; and Olive's Cafe & Wine Bar. It was a special night for Edmonds!
As we say goodbye to 2010 we will also say goodbye to three Board Members who have contributed greatly to the success of the Edmonds Chamber. Leaving us this year are Tung Bui, Dan McIntosh, and Don Ralston. We'd like to say thank you to these three for their hard work and dedication to the Chamber. While Tung and Dan will be moving on, Don Ralston has accepted a Director's position on the newly formed Edmonds Chamber Foundation Board -- we look forward to working with Don in this new capacity.
While we have three board members leaving, we have four new members who will join the board in 2011. New board members are Valerie Claypool of Claypool Realtor/Keller Williams, Erin Eddins of StanCorp Investment Advisors, Thomas Tomberg of Fire District 1, and Juliana Van Buskirk of Edward Jones, Main Street. Welcome to the board, and we look forward to a very productive and successful year with all of you on our team!
Looking ahead to 2011 we have much to be excited about. The 2011 Chamber Banquet is scheduled for Friday, January 28th. This year's them "Let's Fiesta". Invitations will go out this month but don't wait -- MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW -- you won't want to miss this fun event!
In February the Edmonds Chamber of Commerce 2011 Preferred Business Directory will hit the streets. There is still time to get your ad in this much-used directory. If you are interested please contact Brad Hoare at the Journal Media Group. If you have questions regarding your listing, or updates to your last year's directory listing, please contact us so we can ensure your listing is correct.
I'd like to wish everyone a wonderful and safe holiday season, and a happy and healthy new year.
We'll see you in 2011!
Jan Vance Executive Director
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Welcome New Members |
Patty Voros
425-640-9035
scan@compactfiling.com
www.compactfiling.com
Scanning service that changes paper documents to digital images
GT Residential Contracting
Graham Travis
7025 182nd Pl SW
Edmonds, WA 98026
206-769-4128
graham@gtrcontracting.com
www.gtrcontracting.com
Residential remodeling specialists
HWB-ESQ., pllc
Hugh W. Berry
PO Box 13085
Mill Creek, WA 98082
323-285-6459
hugh@hwb-esq.com
www.hwb-esq.com
Full-service law firm emphasizing federal and state litigation, criminal and civil
Integra
Ryan Morrison
2939 Colby Avenue
Everett, WA 98201
425-212-4086
Ryan.morrison@integratelecom.com
www.integratelecom.com
Provider of telephone and internet services for small to medium businesses
Murphy Business & Financial Corp.
Norman Harshaw
19009 33rd Ave W., #203
Lynnwood, WA 98036
425-232-3876
n.harshaw@murphybusiness.com
www.murphybusiness.com/br
Business broker; list businesses for sale and help buyers find businesses
RVbookstore.com
170 W. Dayton St., #103
Edmonds, WA 98020
425-744-0415
cwoodbury@gmail.com
www.rvbookstore.com
The World's largest selection of books, DVDs and eBooks about Rvs and the RV lifestyle
Shelley Hagstrom/Windermere Edmonds
Shelley Hagstrom
210 5th Ave S., Ste 102
Edmonds, WA 98020
2067-948-2500
shelleyh@windermere.com
www.edmondsconnection.com
Real estate sales and listings
SJB Business Services, LLC
Susie Beresford
425-318-9924
susieberesford@hotmail.com
www.sjbbusiness.com
Event planning/promotion and news source
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Giving OpportunitiesThis Holiday Season | |
It is no surprise in these economic times that more families than ever are in a financial crisis, and are challenged to meet their daily needs. Throughout this holiday season please help our less fortunate neighbors by donating to one of the following causes:
The Carol Rowe Memorial Food Bank. The Food Bank serves approximately 1,200 people weekly -- 50 weeks out of the year. Food donations are being collected at these locations in Edmonds (monetary donations can be made directly to the Food Bank):
- Carol Rowe Memorial Food Bank @ Edmonds United Methodist Church -- 828 Caspers Street
- Edmond Chamber of Commerce -- 121 5th Ave. N.
- The Edmonds Yacht Club -- 326 Admiral Way
- Downtown Edmonds Chiropractic -- 115 Fourth Ave S., Ste. D
Clothes For Kids. This non-profit organization serves more than 6,000 low-income children and families in Snohomish County. The organization was recently awarded a Lucky 7 Foundation Matching Gift Grant. Anyone who pledges $100 or greater to their annual campaign will have their gift doubled. Donations can be made online. Your tax-deductible contribution will benefit many children and families.
THANK YOU AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
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Meet the Newest Members of the Chamber Team | |
The Chamber recently contracted with Wartelle Communications to handle event sponsorships. Wartelle Communications is a husband & wife owned business with 20 years of combined experience in communications, marketing, event production and sponsorship sales. Having worked for a wide range of local businesses from Seafair and the Seattle Mariners, to the Seattle Boat Show and the Bellevue Chamber among many others, Wartelle Communications has the experience to provide the expertise and customization the market demands.
Dan and Alashia will take over where Deb Anderson left off as she is moving on to another job opportunity. We'd like to thank Deb for her contributions to the Chamber and wish her all the best in her new position.
WELCOME Dan and Alashia!
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| Weekly Networking Breakfast |
The Weekly Networking Breakfasts are hosted by the Chamber Ambassadors...
 Wednesdays 7:30 - 9:00 am
6520 196th Street SW, Lynnwood
(PLEASE PARK 1 BLOCK WEST @ MONROE HALL)
"Give Your Elevator Speech a Lift"
NO MEETING ON DEC. 22 & 29
DUE TO HOLIDAY... Weekly meetings resume on January 5, 2011
Continental breakfast is provided, or full breakfast can be purchased for $8.00. This event is open to all and provides a great opportunity for you to promote your business and network with other local business owners. No reservations required. Contact Carolyn LaFave at the Chamber Office if you are interested in speaking at this event. |
| The Edmonds Chamber of Commerce 2011 Preferred Business Directory | |
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| Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies |
Saetia, located at 120 5th Ave. S. in downtown Edmonds, sells clothing, gifts, and fine furnishings. Owners Noy Saetia-Rucker & Paul Rucker were on hand to cut the ribbon along with Chamber staff, Ambassadors, Board Members, and local business owners.
(Photo courtesy of Creative Images by Renata)
Rebekah's (formerly Designer Consignor) is located at 404 Main Street in downtown Edmonds. Rebekah's sells new and consignment women's clothing and accessories. Owner Rebecca Anjewierden-Peck cuts the ribbon at her grand re-opening, surrounded by friends, family, and Chamber staff, board members, Ambassadors, and business members.
(Photo courtesy of Domna Lucina Photography) |
| Chamber Luncheon |
Due to the Holidays there will be NO luncheon in December or January. Please join us in February for the next Chamber luncheon.
 Thursday, February 24, 2011Edmonds Yacht Club 326 Admiral Way 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Program
Citizen of the Year
Caterer
Reservations can be made online at www.edmondswa.com or by calling 425-332-7114. So that we may provide our caterer with an accurate head count, please reserve by Monday, September 20th. Reservations are $17.50 for Chamber Members and $20.00 for non-members. Walk-in fee is $20.00 for all.
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| Special Recognition Awards | |
Congratulations go out to the following Chamber Members for their recent Special Recognition Awards:
 Howard Chermak of Chermak Construction, Inc was awarded the 2010 John M. Fluke Sr. Community Service Award. This award is presented annually by, The South Snohomish County Chamber of Commerce.
Throughout his business years, Howard's company has been an award winning company from local, regional and national orgaizations and publications.
Howard has been a consistent contributor to the community with sponsorships and time invested...too many to count. He believes in a collaborative approach to support a win/win philosophy, whether it is within his own company or with an outside organization.
Those who know Howard Chermak are familiar with his sense of humor and optimistic spirit. It is not unusual for him to have people gathered around him in laughter, wherever he is.
As an employer, he has a reputation for being patient and fair. His company has been developed with a family attitude that incorporates both his employees and his customers. He has an open door policy that welcomes diverse viewpoints. Howard is astute in business matters, and is a flexible and creative leader who is willing to try new approaches.
Howard's organizational skills, his personable attitude, his willingness to share, and his happy approach to life have contributed to all who have known him. His Company is run on the philosophy "Have fun, make money, and provide opportunity", as well as the motto that "Chermak Cares". The manner in which Howard has lived his life is a demonstration of all of the above!
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 Dr. Michael Hrankowski, DDS of Edmonds Woodway Dental Care was presented a Patriotic Citizens Award from the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 1040 of Lynnwood for his support of U.S. Troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Dr. Hrankowski and his staff collected Halloween candy from area children and donated it to VFW Post 1040 who then shipped it to our Troops overseas.
Pictured (left to right) are VFW Chaplain John Zambrano, VFW Post Commander Martin Spani, Dr. Michael Hrankowski, VFW Honor Guard Captain Frank Martinez and VFW Post member Golden Cole. |
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