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news you can use
In an effort to shorten the length of our weekly e-news, this blog provides you with all current and must-know information.
Catagories -
- Announcements
- Book Reviews
- Business Advocacy
- Events
- Leadership Beaverton
- Letters from the President
- PRO*Development
- Uncatagorized
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FEATURED DIAMOND MEMBER
OF THE WEEK
To see a complete list of our Diamond members visit our website.
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our dedication
Building a stronger Beaverton by strengthening of the local economy, promoting community, boosting connections, and speaking out for businesses through advocacy.
Membership in the Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce is an investment in your business, in your employees, and in your community. |
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!
May 2013
Legacy Health
American Products Publishing, LLC
Production Media Company
More Business Today
Power Brain Training Center
Beaverton Elks Lodge #1989
Expect Payment Solutions
Energy Trust of Oregon
Celebrating Home - Rachel Clarno
Subway
PrimePay
David H. Sutherland & Co., Inc
June 2013
Rainy Day Discounts LLC
Rivermark Community Credit Union-Progress Ridge
Murray Scholls Liquor
Artistic Auto Body
Unleashed by Petco
Alexia's Window Tinting
Kaydas
Sassi Marketing, Creatives & PR
New York Life - Tripp Wright
Kaydas
Sassi Marketing, Creative & PR
Portland's CW32 KRCW-TV
Elephant's Catering & Events @Jenkins Estate
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New Member Profiles
David H. Sutherland & Co., Inc.
Mary Sutherland Crouse, CEO
5600 SW Arctic Drive, #110
Beaverton, 97005
P: 503-626-8979
F: 503-526-0884
Email
Website
David H. Sutherland & Co., serving the international marketplace for over 60 years, is a raw material distributor to the top manufacturers in the Government, Commercial, Aviation, Space & Defense industries. Our product line includes industry leading brands for products covering; adhesive films& pastes, sealants, topcoats & primers, tapes, mold sealers/release agents, surface treatment chemicals, industrial adhesives, cloth & protection paper/film consumables. Our technical expertise provides solutions to your manufacturing processes.
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thank you
May's renewing members!
Ava Roasteria - Progress Ridge
Bank of the West - Nimbus Center Branch
Beaverton Library Foundation
Beaverton Valley Times
Build Followers Communications, LLC
Coffee Rush
Cornerstone Home Inspection Services
Earnest Images
Gramor Development, Inc.
Hearthstone at Murrayhill
Holy Trinity Catholic Church and School
In Line Commercial Construction, Inc.
Jade River Healing Arts Center
KPAM News/Talk Radio
Kuni BMW
LeTip International
Madden Industrial Craftsmen, Inc.
McCormick's Fish House & Bar
Metropolitan Pediatrics, LLC
Ron Tonkin Acura
Schrock Law Office, PC - Bradley Schrock
Sue Pike, Independent Advisor, lia sophia Jewelry
The Art of Organizing
Umpqua Bank - Barnes Road Branch
Uwajimaya
Washington County Museum
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Greetings!
The board is challenging all of our committees and event volunteers to think different, think change, think relevant! Over the next few weeks - our tried and true Friday Coffee Connections - will be a "work in progress" as our fantastic Ambassador team has really embraced the challenge. The old adage of "if it ain't broke don't fix it" is not necessarily healthy today. We need to be constantly challenging the status quo and finding ways to help our members grow. While some new and different things are introduced and some familiar things set aside....we promise - we will be listening with open ears. Let's have some fun and freshen things up!
Don't be surprised when you are asked "Who do you need to connect with today?". The Ambassadors are gearing up to maximize your time spent at our business building events to make sure you meet the right people.
Ask yourself Thursday evening while relaxing, "What type of business do I need to meet tomorrow?". Do you have a personal or business need? Ask when you check in to meet a carpet cleaner, an attorney and a plumber...............they are going to get you relationship building right away.
You've asked and we've listened! Sue Ragsdale is putting together a Beaverton Community Expo for July 20th at Beaverton City Park (across from the fountain & Farmers Market). This is a business to consumer show opportunity. The Farmers Market and busy City Library traffic ensure a great draw. Tables can be purchased for $175. More details below or available on our website.
Finish your week strong & productively!
Sincerely,  Lorraine Clarno, President/CEO, ACE Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce 503.350.2006
Take advantage of the partnership the Chamber has with American Family and the Wendi Eiland Agency, Inc. to help you grow your business.
"Accelerate Your Success" - tools to grow your small business. This free program supplies you with coaching, webinars, and networking forums to drive your business to the next level.
You can access this amazing program off any of our www.beaverton.org landing pages (Bold, Business, Beaverton, Events, About).
Utilizing technology and bringing more business education training will be a key addition to our offerings this next year. Check it out - 24-7, in your jammies, or with a nice glass of red wine while decompressing from your day.
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Strengthening the Local Economy...
direct*CONNECT - a structured, exclusive referrals/leads group(s). Response has been overwhelming and exciting. You asked and we've delivered :). Visit our Newsroom for complete information.
You are welcome to email Ham Thorne (direct*CONNECTOR for the 12 - 1pm group every Thursday) or Bob Borra (direct*CONNECTOR for the 5:30 - 6:30pm group every Thursday) for category openings and information. And, of course - Jessica.
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The Chamber and Small Business Development Center Partner in 2013
Your chamber continues to create strong service partnerships on behalf of the small business community in Beaverton. The chamber is privileged to partner with the Small Business Development Center- Portland Community College (SBDC-PCC), a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration. TheChamber hosts SBDC advisor, Jon-Michael Kowertz every first Wednesday of the month from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and third Wednesday from 1:00 to 4:00 PM for free and confidential, one-on-one business advising.
As additional resource for small businesses in Beaverton, owners and entrepreneurs can schedule an appointment for SBDC advising and conveniently meet at the Beaverton Chamber of Commerce. Candidates for advising may need help in business start-up, marketing, planning, financing, loan package development and more. Business advising is at no charge and does not require chamber membership. To learn more about how the SBDC can help your business or to arrange an appointment contact the chamber at 503-350-2007 or email Jessica.
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Representing Business to Government...
Our Business Advocacy Council focuses on issues that directly impact businesses that most owners/managers do not have time to stay on top of but count on the Chamber to do so and be their voice.
2013 Legislative Priorities & Agenda ....RELEASED
NEXT MEETING: We are taking July off for summer vacation - see you back in August where we will begin looking at potential issues and ballot measures for the November election.
We meet monthly on the first Thursday at 7:30am - 8:30am in our down stairs conference room. Feel free to contact Lorraine if you have any questions. We'd love to have you.
All Business Advocacy Council Meetings are open to all members (appointed or not!). If you "get" the connection between monitoring regulations, ensuring business has input at the table on issues such as transportation, taxation and more...you should come and participate. All ideas and opinions are welcome.
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CONNECTIONS & Referrals...
Full Calendar of Events - What's happening this week? - ClickWeekly BUSINESS BUILDING Features:
This Week: Lanphere Construction & Development, 13625 SW Farmington Rd.
Monthly Features:
Business After Hours- July 9th, 5:30 - 7:30pm
Location: Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club, 12930 NW Old Pumpkin Ridge Rd
North Plains, OR
$5 for members, $10 for guests.
Luncheons - Service to Beaverton Awards! SAVE THE DATE
July 11th, 2013
Tiger Woods Center at Nike
Register ONLINE - $15.00 per person (click continue shopping to add more than one seat), SPACE IS LIMITED! Call the Chamber 503-644-0123.
Sponsored by:
Maximize Your Membership - Find out how to get the most of your membership and meet new business contacts. June 26th at 4-5pm at the Chamber in Suite 140.
**#DRIVEN (Young Professionals Group) Sponsored by Lanphere Construction & Development.
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YEA! Young Entrepreneurs Academy
Young entrepreneurs unite!
If you haven't had a chance to read the Beaverton Valley Times' article about YEA! we encourage you to do so. Not only is it a great read but Christina Lent did a super job in telling you all about this fantastic program our chamber launched. The Young Entrepreneurs Academy is for 9th-12th graders and we are now accepting applications for the next school year.
Read the front page article.
For more information & an application.
Welcome aboard and THANK YOU - INVESTOR PANEL SPONSORS!
Madden Industrial Craftsmen
Portland Community College
Ava Roasteria
Please share this good news with parents and students. Contact Evelyn Orr, YEA! Program Mgr. at 503 350 2004.
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Leadership Beaverton 2014!
The Class of 2014 is now open and registrations are being accepted. LB is a community awareness and professional development opportunity for anyone that wants to better understand and contribute to the fabric of our great community. Stop for a moment and ask yourself if you understand the how's and why's of the things in your day to day life just seem to "happen". Water comes out of your faucet when you wash your hands, traffic lights work and control flow, why Canyon Rd. and Farmington are such challenging main arterials and why the railroad tracks dissect Beaverton on a highway - and what's being done about it? Why are the names Hall, Carr, Biggi & Fanno so significant in our town? Have you passed by St. Mary's Home for Boys on TV Highway and wondered - "What goes on in there"? 93 languages are spoken in our schools and how can you make that asset work for your business?
This program is fun, informative and one where you build relationships - personal and professional - for a life time.
Full details and the application are available here - please email Lorraine with questions.
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Beaverton Community Expo July 20th
 Join Beaverton Chiropractic and Edgewood Point Independent Living Cottages at the this Business to Consumer expo in the park. Date: July 20th, 2013 Location: City Park, across from the Fountains and the City Library Time: 8am - 1:30pm Cost: $175 Take advantage of the tremendous foot traffic the market & library generate on beautiful Saturday mornings. There will be all kinds of activities as well to draw families into our area including face painting, a bounce house and more. Details & Registration on our website. Limited to 40 business participants.
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2013 Comcast Business Class Golf Scramble
"I'm going to give you a little advice. There's a force in the universe that makes things happen. And all you have to do is get in touch with it, stop thinking, let things happen, and be the ball."
"Remember Danny - Two wrongs don't make a right but three rights make a left."
-Chevy Chase as Ty Webb in Caddyshack
Golfers, beFORE you make any plans for the end of September, PUTT our Pumpkin Ridge Annual Golf Scramble on your calendars! Last year we had PARfect weather and aiming for another sun-filled day. This year's theme is "What's on Your Bucket List" and raffle items will be well worth the GREEN! Registration has begun and there are still Sponsorship opportunities available. Beaverton Annual Golf Scramble
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