Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

Good Morning! Power Breakfast 11/24/2009 7:30 AM - 11/24/2009 9:00 AM

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 17:23:52 GMT

As our economy continues to struggle, the success of small business is more important than ever. Join us for the Washington Policy Center’s 2009 Regional Small Business Forum at the upcoming Good Morning Breakfast on Nov.24th, from 7:30 to 9:15 a.m. Attendees will hear from WPC staff and leading policymakers as they discuss some of the top issues impacting small businesses including:

— Business and Occupation tax restructuring

— Workers compensation

— “cap and trade” environmental regulations

— Health care reform

Breakfast will be held at La Quinta Inn & Suites Conference Center, 1425 East 27th Street, Tacoma 98421, from 7:30 to 9:15 a.m.

Price: $12 Ambassadors pre-paid

$15 Members pre-paid by Nov. 19th

$20 Members pre-paid after Nov. 20th

$25 Members/Walk-ins

$35 Non-members/Walk-in

*RSVPs made and not kept or cancelled 24 hours before the event will be billed as a "No Show."

Cancellations are subject to a $5 surcharge if paid on-line.

Chamber Offices Closed- Thanksgiving 11/26/2009 - 11/27/2009

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:08:41 GMT

Annual Public Officials Holiday Reception 12/3/2009 5:00 PM - 12/3/2009 8:00 PM

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:50:01 GMT

Come to our “meet and greet” with local public officials—where you can connect and schmooze in a relaxed and festive atmosphere. There’s no better way to kick off your Holiday season than to nosh on assorted desserts and to imbibe palatable wines while getting to know your public officials. Mingle to your heart’s delight among the “people’s” representatives, just don’t forget to register!

Co-Presenting Sponsors: MultiCare Health System and Rushforth Construction, Inc.

Gold Sponsor: The Boeing Company and Port of Tacoma

Wine Sponsor: TrueBlue

Dessert Sponsor: Brown & Brown of Washington, Inc.

Price: $25 per person

or online at www. tacomachamber.org

RSVP's made and not kept or cancelled will be billed as a "No Show."

Ambassadors' Club 12/3/2009 7:15 AM - 12/3/2009 9:00 AM

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:51:37 GMT

For more information or to register for this event please contact Susie Wagner at 253.627.2175 or email susiew@tacomachamber.org

Tollefest: A Winter Festival 12/4/2009 11:00 AM - 12/6/2009 6:00 PM

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:42:45 GMT

Join the Chamber and the Downtown Merchants Group in celebrating this holiday season at Tollefest, where local vendors bring their holiday best. Tollefest is a 3-day event in Tollefson Plaza that has food, festivities, and fun for the whole family!

Admission is free!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Vy Dotson at vyd@tacomachamber.org.

Love Tacoma 12/9/2009 5:30 pm - 12/9/2009 7:30 pm

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:33:19 GMT

An informal monthly gathering of individuals who love Tacoma and enjoy exploring the city's urban hotspots.

Place: Enoteca/The Wine Merchant

21 Tacoma Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98402

Time: 5:30 p.m.

Price: No cost to attend. Food and drinks at your own expense.

Information? Please call Chelsea Levy, (253) 627-2175

or E-mail: chelsealevy@tacomachamber.org

Business Roundtable 12/9/2009 7:30 AM - 12/9/2009 9:00 AM

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:59:32 GMT

The Business Roundtable is a forum to discuss marketing issues, share solutions and develop new ideas.

Complimentary/Chamber members only

Call Susie Wagner at 253.627.2175 or email susiew@tacomachamber.org

Horizon Economic Forecast 2010 12/10/2009 7:30 AM - 12/10/2009 9:00 AM

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 18:14:01 GMT

"Discovery Leads to Recovery"

Sponsors: First Citizens Bank, Puget Sound Energy, Regence BlueShield and Tacoma Public Utilities

Speakers: Dr. John Mitchell, M&H Consultants, "We've Paid the Toll, Now What?"

Drs. Bruce Mann and Doug Goodman, University of Puget Sound, "The Pierce County Economic Index (PCEI) Report"

Price: $65 individuals

$700 Corporate Tables of 10

(names are required for Corporate Tables)

Click on the "register Now" button or with Janice Hutchins, 253.627.2175, janiceh@tacomachamber.org

Reservation deadline is December 7. Reservations made and not kept or cancelled within 48 hours of the event will be billed as a "No Show." Cancellations are subject to a $5 surcharge if paid on-line.

Frederickson, Parkalnd, Spanaway Division "BUSINESS AFTER HOURS" 12/10/2009 5:30 PM - 12/10/2009 7:30 PM

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:30:08 GMT

Join us to strengthen your relationship with your Chamber, meet local businesspeople and make connections to grow your business.

Sponsor: Garfield Street Business District

This is a Complimentary event.

For more information, please contact Susie Wager, (253) 627.2175 or susiew@tacomachamber.org

Small Business Committee 12/15/2009 12:00 PM - 12/15/2009 1:30 PM

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:11:46 GMT

Small businesses make up 90% of the Chamber's membership base. Join other small business owners to brainstorm and have open discussion about issues facing small businesses.

Committee meets at 12 Noon, the third Tuesday of the month at the Adriatic Grill Italian Cuisine & Wine Bar, near The Tacoma Mall.

Lunch cost on your own.

For more information or to RSVP, contact Judy Singley at (253) 627.2175 or email judys@tacomachamber.org

Mid-County Connections-FPS 12/16/2009 11:30 AM - 12/16/2009 1:15 PM

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:15:21 GMT

Monthly business forums for members in Frederickson, Parkland and Spanaway.

Registration 11:30

Lunch/Program 12 Noon until 1:15PM

Price: $10.00

RSVP to Susie Wagner, (253) 627.2175 or register online by clicking the "Register Now" button.

WAKE Up! - University Place/Fircrest 12/18/2009 7:30 AM - 12/18/2009 9:00 AM

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:19:28 GMT

Monthly forum for businesses in University Place & Fircrest.

Networking begins at 7:30 a.m., Program begins at 8 a.m.

Sponsored by: Pierce County Public Works

RSVP: Susie Wagner; 253.627.2175 or susiew@tacomachamber.org

Chamber Offices Closed- Christmas Holiday 12/25/2009

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:27:59 GMT

Love Tacoma -EXTRA 12/29/2009 5:30 pm - 12/29/2009 7:30 pm

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:37:29 GMT

An informal monthly gathering of individuals who love Tacoma and enjoy exploring the city's urban hotspots.

Place: Goldfish Tavern & Zoolights

5310 North Pearl Street, Ruston, WA 98407

Time: 5:30 p.m.

Price: No cost to attend. Food and drinks at your own expense.

Information? Please call Chelsea Levy, (253) 627-2175

or E-mail: chelsealevy@tacomachamber.org

Ambassadors' Club 1/7/2010 7:15 AM - 1/7/2010 9:00 AM

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:01:09 GMT

For more information or to register for this event please contact Susie Wagner at 253.627.2175 or email susiew@tacomachamber.org