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Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce
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The Weekly - Week of April 4th |
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Seeds to Grow
From Lynn, CEO
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Raisin cookies that look like chocolate chip cookies are the main reason I have trust issues.
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This Week's AM
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April 8 - 7:22 to 9:00 am
14127 SE Stark Street, Portland
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New City Map Has Arrived!
The Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce's new area map is here!
Stop by the Chamber office to pick up a copy for just $1.
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New Members
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Tournament Games
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The Weekly is
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Chamber In Pictures |
 First ever Hear Me Roar event. "Roarers" Deb Knapp, KATU news anchor with corporate sponsor Columbia Bank's Robyne Dodge-Little. By all measurements, Hear Me Roar was a success!
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Member Recognition
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The Chamber would like to thank and acknowledge the members below who reinvested in our organization by renewing their membership:
28 years
10-19 years
1-4 years
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Ask the Expert
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In this month's Ask the Expert learn about Contracts and why every business should have them.
Watch the video and learn more.
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Hear Me Roar |
May 31 - 7:15-8:45 am
Ladies...save Tuesday, May 31st for yourself. Join other women for breakfast at our women's event...Hear Me Roar!
Just for women, about women, with women. The intention is to professionally and personally encourage and inspire business women in the Gresham area.
Fun, food, inspiration. Join us. Click here to register.
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Chamber Tuesday |
SIP & SPEND: New Member Welcome & Chamber Happy Hour - THE ROCK WOOD FIRED PIZZA & SPIRITS (Wood Village)
April 5 - 4:30-6:00 pm
Sip & Spend is a great way to meet new Chamber members on an ongoing basis as well as show our support to a member business. Please RSVP below. Bringing guests is encouraged!
Click here to register.
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BUSINESS & LEADERS LUNCHEON - IP28: Will this change Oregon forever...for the good or bad?
April 12 - 11:30-1:00 pm
Initiative Petition 28, What is it?
- IP 28 taxes businesses with sales of $25 million or more on GROSS RECEIPTS. Why should I care?
- If this bill passes where does the money go?
- How did we get to this point?
Presenting Sponsors: Education Sponsor: Media Sponsor:
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Spring Expo |
MAY 4 - NEW DATE!
4:30-6:30 pm
Gresham Elks Lodge
Get Your Table Now! (only 15 of the 40 left)
New members for $25
- Showcase your business to fellow Chamber members
- Great networking opportunities with new and
existing members - Meet your Board of Directors
- Bring your business peers and future members
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Member Tips, Tools & Press Releases
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Portland General Electric - PGE Renewable Development Fund
Thanks to PGE customers, approximately $11 million is now available for new renewable power development in our region. If you're considering a renewable power project, learn how these funds will be allocated and when and how to apply. Click here to learn more.
How simple* "life hacks" can make your VA health care system experience positive. Are you, a family member or friend a veteran? There are some simple ways you can make your VA health care system experience a positive one. These suggestions come first hand from a Marine veteran who wants everyone's experience to be as good as his have been for the past 7 years. Read more...
HR Annie Consulting - Human Resources Tips
From an employee perspective, the employee handbook provides guidance, sets expectations, and provides information regarding policies and procedures that apply to the workplace. As for employers, the greatest benefit that an employee handbook can provide is the legal protections that can be secured by properly drafted and disseminated policies and procedures. An employee handbook can legally protect an employer in a vast number of ways.
Should You Change Your Investment Mix Over Time? To be successful at investing, some people think they need to "get in on the ground floor" of the next "big thing." However, instead of waiting for that one "hot" stock that may never come along, consider creating an asset allocation - a mix of investments - that's appropriate for your needs, goals and risk tolerance. Read more...
Are you or your employees thinking of purchasing a new home? Make sure you start the process off smoothly with preparation. Click here for tips that you and your employees can use to make this important life decision.
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Health & Wellness |
Better Health for Older Veterans
Staying active is an important resolution for older Veterans to keep. It's "always" that time of year. We remember how we used to look and act, and think about where we are today. We want to be healthy and continue doing the types of activities we have done in the past. Your VA medical center can help you make small changes or even big changes that will improve your overall well-being.
Make a Pit Stop for Health
Your body may have changed a bit since basic training days, but you still have lots of opportunities to enhance your physical health. Read more...
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Member Event Calendar |
Mt. Hood Hospice - Reimagining Aging: A Positive Look at Growing Older
April 7 - 1:30-3:00 pm
Sandy Senior Center Auditorium, 38348 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy
A series of facilitated discussions examining the challenges and opportunities of aging from a psychosocial and spiritual perspective. There is no charge, please call to register. Emilie Cartoun at 503-668-5545 or e.cartoun@mthoodhospice.org.
April 7 - 7:00 pm
Therapeutic Associates - Gresham Physical Therapy, 283 NW Miller Avenue, Gresham
Running injuries: Prevention & Treatment
City of Gresham - Gresham Economic Development Speaker Series
April 14 - 8:00-9:30 am
Francis Xavier Restaurant, 1933 NE 181st Avenue, Portland
Come hear about ways to keep your business and property safe using natural surveillance, natural access control and territorial reinforcement. Gresham Code compliance and members of the Police N.E.T. team will talk about what you can do to prevent crime at your business and will provide options should issues arise. Breakfast is on us.
City of Gresham - Earth Day Recycling Event
April 23 - 9:00-2:00 pm
Gresham City Hall Parking Lot, 1333 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham
The City will hold its annual free recycling event in celebration of Earth Day. The recycling event is free to Gresham and Wood Village residents (businesses may only participate in recycling fluorescents). We will also be looking for volunteers for this year's event. If you would like to volunteer contact Meghan Borato at meghan.borato@greshamoregon.gov or 503-618-2134. Deadline to sign up is April 8th.
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Savings for Members |
The Chamber is always looking for new resources that benefit our members. We currently have partnerships to provide discounts at Office Depot, a free month of Comcast cable for your business, savings at KeyBank, 25% off Constant Contact, up to 75% off prescription drugs and discounts on paint and painting supplies. Here is this month's featured deal:
 Discount Prescription Drug Card This program is being provided to you and your family to help lower your prescription drug costs. Simply create and print your FREE Prescription Drug Card and receive savings of up to 75% (discounts average roughly 30%) at more than 56,000 national and regional pharmacies. Click here to get your free card!
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Member Job Openings
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List Your Job Openings With The Chamber
One of the free benefits of membership is the ability to post job openings on the Chamber's website. To post a job opening send the details in a Word document to Julie Hamatake.
Click here for a list of current job openings.
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Friday AM Meetings - "You at 7:22" |
April 8 - 7:22-9:00 am
14127 SE Stark Street, Portland
April 15 - 7:22-9:00 am
9500 NE Cascades Parkway, Portland
April 22 - 7:22-9:00 am
1394 NW Civic Drive, Gresham
April 29 - 7:22-9:00 am
1304 NW Civic Drive, Gresham
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Ribbon Cuttings | |
Tournament Games
April 8 - 12:00 pm
580 NE Burnside Road, Gresham
*Lunch will be served
Gresham Farmers Market
May 6 - 8:45 am
Parking Lot on the corner of Main & Miller between 2nd & 3rd
May 6 - 9:15 am
21951 SE Stark Street, Gresham
*Chris Cakes NW will be serving food
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Committee & Group Meetings |
Government Affairs Council
April 5 - 12:00 pm
Riverview Community Bank, 225 NE Burnside Road, Gresham
Contact Lynn Snodgrass for more information.
Ambassadors
April 7 - 7:30 am
Elmer's Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner, 1590 NE Burnside, Gresham
Contact Shelley Wright for more information.
Human Resources
April 13 - 7:30 am
Contact Shelley Wright for location and more information.
Topic: Managing Your Multi-Generational Workforce
Health & Wellness
April 14 - 7:30 am
Contact Shelley Wright for location and more information.
Topic: Are You an Aging Specialist? Why You Should Care?!
Emerging Professionals
April 20 - 5:30 pm
Mojave Grill and Cantina, 77 NE 4th Street, Gresham
Contact Lynn Snodgrass for more information.
Topic: Growth, Goals and...Not Working?
Resource Team
April 21 - 7:30 am
Weston Buick GMC Kia, Buick Building, 22555 SE Stark Street, Gresham
Contact Shelley Wright for more information.
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Visitors Center |
Five Favorite Spring Trips to the Gorge
by Eileen Garvin, Travel Oregon
S  pring fever got you itching for a road trip? Travel Oregon has your prescription. Check out some of their favorite Columbia River Gorge trip ideas for the best in wine tasting, road biking, wildflower hiking and plain old road tripping.
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Bike Friendly Business Program
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Bike Friendly Business Program
 The Chamber has been recognized as a Bike Friendly Business. Congratulations to these Chamber members who are also recognized as Bike Friendly Businesses:
If you are interested in becoming a Bike Friendly Business, contact Matthew Barney, Project Coordinator for more information.
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HEAR ME ROAR - Featuring Dawna Stafford, 
