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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!
December and January
Aspen Grove Wellness Center
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Northwest Real Estate
Taskar, Kibbee & Associates, PC
G/O Digital
Hearing Rehab Center
GSM Nation LLC
Guild Mortgage
Fox Insurance Agency
The UPS Store #6470
Park Place Real Estate
Solutions YES, LLC
Country Financial - Rich Hardy
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New Member Profiles
Creative Planning, Inc.
9207 SW Davies Rd
Beaverton, OR 97008
P: 503-330-7974
Creative Planning provides comprehensive wealth management services. Our mission is to provide our clients with the best path to wealth accumulation, retention, and transfer of assets by creating and implementing strategies that are tailored to their unique goals.
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thank you
december's renewing members!
1st Independent Leasing, Inc.
Aloha Garbage Company, Inc
Annie's Hallmark Shop
Baseline Landscapes LLC
City of Beaverton
Beaverton Dairy Queen
Beaverton Florists, Inc.
Beaverton Honda
Beaverton Infiniti
Beaverton KIA
Beaverton Pharmacy, Inc.
Beaverton Toyota Co., Inc.
Biamp Systems
Chuck E. Cheese's
Columbia Grain
Columbia State Bank - Raleigh Hills Branch
Edgewood Downs Independent Retirement Community
Edwards Enterprises, Inc.
Express Employment Professionals
Far West Fibers, Inc.
Focus on Travel, Inc.
Fullhart Insurance Agency Incorporated
Geo S Bush & Co., Inc.
gisi Marketing & Communications
Griffith Roofing Co., Inc.
Hall Street Grill
Hasson Company Realtors
Home Depot, The
Jarrard, Seibert, Pollard & Co.
Jesuit High School
Kadel's Auto Body
Kanada, Aas & Company, P.C.
Kassab Jewelers
Lanphere Construction & Development
Lanphere Enterprises
Leonard Adams Co.
Macadam Forbes Inc.
Metro West Ambulance
National Funding Resource Associates
New Seasons Market - Progress Ridge
Northwest Staffing Resources, Inc.
Pacific Medical Group
J. Peterkort and Company
Rivermark Community Credit Union
Shades Of The Future, Inc.
Smiles Northwest, LLC
Sunset Porsche Audi
T T & L Sheet Metal, Inc.
The Prancing Otter
Thompson, Anne - Attorney
Transamerica Financial Advisors, Inc. - Roy Stanfill
Tree to Tree Adventure Park
TVW, Inc.
United Finance Co.
The UPS Store #1438 - Murray Crossing
Visiting Angels
Walmart - Neighborhood Market #3097
Western Pet Supply
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Greetings!
2014 - an even year means elections. An even year means it is time to fire up our Candidate Endorsement Council and BACCPAC. Our teams will be busy crafting just the right questions for our written questionnaires, then from there develop our in-person interview questions, review our criteria and rating tools.........wait for the filing deadline, and away we will go. Bottom line - we look for those candidates that align with our pro-business values and belief system. Candidates that recognize reasonable business regulation and incentives that foster job creation and retention are essential to a healthy Beaverton and Oregon.
On our website, you can find our board's public policy principals and guidelines.
If you are considering a run for public office at the city, county, metro or state level, and are interested in pursuing an endorsement from the Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce please email me your contact information. I will get in touch with you and advise you of this year's process as soon as it is set.
Finish your week strongly and productively.
Sincerely,
 Lorraine Clarno, President/CEO, ACE Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce 503.350.2006
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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 Michael McIntyre (direct*CONNECTOR for the 12 - 1pm group every Tuesday) or Roy Stanfill (direct*CONNETOR for the 7:30am - 8:30am group every Tuesday) for category openings and information. And, of course - Michelle.
direct*CONNECT - in its six short months since beginning - members have exchanged over $360,000 in business! TRUE STORY.
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Feature Member Highlight - by Kayse Dahl
Edwards Enterprises - serves the Beaverton community and outlaying areas in more ways than one; providing local businesses with quality and affordable packaging, shipping, and assembly services, while employing 150 disabled Oregonians in a safe and nurturing environment. Read the full article
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The Chamber and Small Business Development Center -
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 Michelle.
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On-the-Job Training Reimbursements Available for Local Businesses
WorkSource Centers are currently offering reimbursements to support local businesses for providing On-the-Job Training (OJT) to their newly-hired employees. Through state and federal grants (via WorkSystems, Inc.), WorkSource is able to reimburse companies up to 50% of the wages for their new hires during the training period.
Hundreds of small and medium-sized companies throughout Washington and Multnomah Counties have utilized the OJT Program over the past few years to train and keep skilled, productive workers. This program has proven to be a very cost-effective way to develop talent for businesses that require unique or niche skill sets. It also benefits the economy by helping job seekers who may be otherwise highly-qualified for a job but for the lack of a couple of missing skills. Examples of successful OJT's in Washington County this past year have included a wide range of skilled occupations, such as warehouse workers, bookkeepers, field service technicians, electronics technicians, and software developers.
For more information about the OJT Program or to see if your business is eligible, contact your local WorkSource Center. Businesses located in Washington County, call 503-526-2712 (Alicia) or 503-612-4214 (Bryan). Businesses in Multnomah County, call 503-280-6633 (Rhonda) or 503-669-7112, ext. 250 (Miriam).
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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.
NEXT MEETING: **February 6th, 2014. 7:30 - 8:30am
**Special Meeting and Tour of the Beaverton Police Department at Griffith Drive. Please contact Lorraine in advance if you'd like to join the council on this informational tour. You will need to complete a form in advance.
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? - Click
Weekly BUSINESS BUILDING Features:
Tuesday's -
direct*CONNECT (7:30am - 8:30am, Chamber Suite 140)
direct*CONNECT (12:00 - 1:00pm, Chamber, Suite 140)
Thursday's -
Sales Tune Ups(7:30 - 8:30am, Chamber, Suite 140)
direct*CONNECT (12:00 - 1:00pm, Chamber lobby conference room)
This Week: January 31, 2014 - Car Toys, 12195 SW Canyon Road
Ribbon Cutting:
February 21, 2014, 9:30am at The UPS Store, 4931 SW 76th Ave, Portland
March 12, 204, 4:30pm at Hearing Rehab Center, 5440 SW Westgate Drive, Suite 350, Portland
Location: Rock Creek Corner, 18515 NW West Union, Portland
**See Michelle's membership corner for a special opportunity.
$5 for members, $10 for guests.
Maximize Your Membership - Find out how to get the most of your membership and meet new business contacts. February 26th at 12 - 1pm at the Chamber in Suite 140. Please RSVP to Michelle.
Pro*Development -
Stay tuned for 2014 business education topics!
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Michelle's Membership Corner
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 Be a star!! Our new benefit that allows you to attach a video to your online directory listing is so popular we have added a second day! We are now taping on both February 26th and 27th and only have 4 spots left between both days. Email Michelle if you are interested in this great opportunity. We not only will put the video in your online directory, but you get a copy of the video for your use as well. Gold level and above members are welcome to take advantage of this benefit included their membership.
Our Member Calendar is up and running! See what your fellow members are bringing you by checking it out. Member Calendar
If your membership is Gold Level to Mission Level, your membership includes unlimited posting in the Member Calendar. Email Michelle to receive the username and login and begin advertising all your company events!
Interest Group:
On January 30th award winning artist Jennifer Harlow will take you step by step in creating a lovely masterpiece while you enjoy a delicious cup of coffee. All supplies included with registration. Limited seats available so sign up at Painting at the Perc
Interest Group:
Can't make it to Hawaii this year? Enjoy an evening where Hawaii is coming to you including a Hawaiian Dinner, Live Music, Polynesian Dancing and a Silent Auction. The 8th Annual Ho'Ike celebration is taking place on February 1st at Portland Community College. Register online at www.kiako.org
Interest Group:
Maximized Living Makeover: Resolve
February 8th from 1pm to 4pm
Fad diets don't work. This life-changing makeover event will teach you how to make lasting lifestyle changes using the 5 Essentials. Lose weight and gain your health.
- Unlock the real key to weight loss: hormones
- Get in amazing shape in only 12 minutes a day
- Bust the "weight-loss diet" myths with practical nutrition plans
- Join the 20 in 30 weight loss challenge
Ticket Price: $25 - First time (Includes "Cruise Ship or Nursing Home" Book)
$10 - Family member of Patient (does not include "Cruise Ship or Nursing Home" Book)
$10 - Repeat Makeover Patient (does not include "Cruise Ship or Nursing Home" Book)
To register & purchase tickets call 503-644-8844 or if you register here on the website you will be contacted regarding payment for tickets.
Location:
United Methodist Church
12555 SW 4th St.
Beaverton, OR 97005
Business After Hours in January was so much fun and the exercise we did to "Meet Your Board" really got the relationship building going so we thought.........................WHY NOT keep it going!
The first 10 members that email me and rsvp to attend in February at Rock Creek Corner, send me a personal "factoid" about themselves, will get to be front and center with the group. If you didn't make it to the January's - some examples were - Who was born in France? Who has been bit by a squirrel? Who has a black belt one dan in Tae Kwon Do?..........
Make yours interesting and engaging - the dialogue that took place was exciting!
Be nice to Evelyn, Sophal, Jafar, Sue and Jean.....Lorraine and I are heading South. We will be out of the office Tuesday through Friday at the Western Association of Chamber Executives Conference learning how to take better care of YOU.
Michelle
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YEA! Young Entrepreneurs Academy
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Save the date for April 16th 6-8pm for the Investor Panel Event at PCC Rock Creek!!! This is when these businesses will be presenting their Business Plan and requesting money to launch their businesses. We continue to look for support from businesses to help these Young Entrepreneurs succeed. Call or email Evelyn at 503 350 2004 if you would like to participate. We are looking for Graphic Designers, Attorneys, Accountants, Web Developers, Business Mentors, and YEA! Investor Panelists, etc.
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