Weekly Snapshot                                   March 11, 2013
In This Issue
A Message From The President
Exciting News
Public Affairs Forum
Chamber Day in Olympia
Upcoming Chamber Events
Member Events & Announcements
Contact Us
Quick Links 
Thank You to our 
2013 CORPORATE
PARTNERS

Corporate EXECUTIVE

CORPORATE

EXECUTIVE 

 

 

 

Peninsula Light 

Corporate

LEADER

  

  Century Link

MultiCare  

  

Corporate

BENEFACTOR

  

 

 

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Corporate

ASSOCIATE

Cascade Eye & Skin

 

 


 

 

  

    

    

Olympic Property Group  

 

 

Puget sounds energy   

 

 

  

   

YOUR LOGO COULD BE LISTED HERE!
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR
PROGRAM BY CONTACTING THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT
253-851-6865

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT 
Warren Zimmerman 52810








Your Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce Membership Logo is the best visual example to your customers that show:
  • You are one of the Chamber's 550+ members
  • You are an involved, vital member of the community
  • Through your membership, you contribute to the economic development and promotion of business in Gig Harbor

 

It should be prominently displayed for your customers to see.  Your membership reflects hundreds of volunteers who chair and participate in councils and activities that produce positive results for the community.

EXCITING NEWS! 
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It has been approved to release the exciting information from the Maritime Gig coordinator himself!  A car show is being planned as part of the Chamber's Maritime Gig Festival this year!  The Wheels on the Water Car Show will take place on Sunday, June 2nd. We are looking for a few classic car pictures to assist us in various promotional opportunities.  If you have a photo or two of a classic car that you wouldn't mind sharing, please email it to Jamie Taylor at jtaylor@gigharborchamber.com
PUBLIC AFFAIRS FORUM 
 
When: Thursdays at 7:30 a.m.

Location:
Cottesmore of Life Care
                  2909 14th Avenue NW
                  Gig Harbor, WA 98335
 
March 14: BG Paul Gruver, Joint Forces Operations, Wash. Nat. Guard
Legislative Call-In:
Representative Larry Seaquist 
When: 7:15 a.m.
CHAMBER DAY IN OLYMPIA 


What: Meet with top state representatives from  both parties as well as the AWB staff to voice the concerns and needs of our local businesses.  Only a few spots left so RSVP now!

When: Thursday, March 21st 8:30 a.m.

UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS 


MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON
Date:  Thursday, March 14 
Time:  11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 
Location:  Canterwood Golf & Country Club
12606 54th Ave NW 
Gig Harbor, WA 98332

Topic:Get Social or Get Left Behind   
If your business is not effectively utilizing social media to develop new leads, prospects, generate sales, word of mouth referrals and/or brand advocates, you competition likely is.  Learn how you can maximize your time and resources to gain the most from your social media marketing activities.
 
Speaker:  Tim Carter, Smash Hit Displays  


THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:
Century Link
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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Date:  Thursday, March 14 
Time:  5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 
Location:  Forza Coffee Company 
 
Details:Get your brains working at pub quiz!!!     
Forza offers a fun night of questions and libations.  Come help the Chamber YP team achieve victory in a rousing test on our pop culture meddle!!Our business topic will be: Retirement Already?!?! What are you doing to save? As always, we will provide some snacks for you to munch on, as brain food will be required. I expect to see everyone there...Victory will be ours! 

  

Please RSVP to jtaylor@gigharborchamber.com
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Notorious Networking Night
Date: Tuesday, March 19 
Time:  5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 
Location:  The Wine Studio
3123 56th Street N.W. #5 
Gig Harbor, WA 98335 
MEMBER EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS  

GIG HARBOR TOASTMASTERS

You are invited to Toastmasters open house.  Hosted at Merrill Gardens 3213 45th St. Ct. N.W. Gig Harbor, WA 98335 on Wednesday, March 13 at 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  Please visit www.gigharbor.toastmastersclubs.org for more information or contact John Kelly at 360-440-7757

OLYMPIC SURGICAL ASSOCIATES
Please Join Us for One of Our Educational Seminars
Come learn about our medically designed weight loss method. With our 4-phase easy to follow protocol you will lose an average of 3-7 lbs a week and maintain your lean muscle mass, lose fat,  and learn to keep the pounds off forever!These seminars are offered every 3rd Tuesday of each month.Tuesday, March 19th 6:00-7:00pm & Wednesday, March 20th 6:00-7:00pm Where: 5201 Olympic Dr. NW, Suite 140 Gig Harbor, WA 98335. Please call (253)858-2408 to R.S.V.P. as dates and times may change depending on level of interest.

ABIGAIL'S CONCIERGE

Receive a $25  Devoted Kiss Café Gift Certificate When You Book One Of Our Home Maintenance Services.

Abigail's Concierge Services LLC is currently running a special offer and right in time for the home maintenance season. It's been an unusual warm winter which for most home owners means moss on roofs and mold and mildew everywhere. We have a team of local professionals ready and waiting to scrape the moss off your roof, clean your gutters and windows and pressure wash your deck and driveways. Put our guys to work and receive not only exceptional work backed up by our satisfaction guarantee but a nice restaurant experience to boot. See our Added Assurance  page for more details

 

GIG HARBOR HOME MANAGEMENT 

Attention Vacation Rental Owners: I'm here to simplify your life!

With my experience in reservations, calendar management, guest arrivals and cleaning services, you'll enjoy the extra time on your hands when you hire me to handle your Vacation Property Rental. I'll give your Guests top-notch treatment, and make sure the house is still standing when they leave. Contact me today for a free consultation and find out how relaxing Spring can be when you aren't tied to the time-consuming tasks of managing your property. www.GigHarborHomeManagement.com. Sarah Friesen, Home Manager, can also be contacted at 253.225.4864 

 

SAFE HARBOR FINANCIAL PROTECTION SERVICES

It is my goal to help business owners provide benefits to their employees and for individuals and families to find the protection that is right for their needs and budget. I work independently with insurance carriers which allows me to work for you, my client. I can help in all matters of insurance from the beginning life to final resting place. I invite you to check out my video profile on the Chamber website:  

CONTACT US:
  
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3125 Judson
P.O. Box 102
Gig Harbor, WA  98335
(253) 851-6865
Email:

Warren Zimmerman - President/CEO 

Jamie Taylor - Communications Specialist

Vicki Entze - Bookkeeper

Tracy Patton - Membership Services

Elinor Reiley - Membership Development