Welcome to this week’s edition of What’s Up, Tigard?, your Friday rundown of how the Tigard Chamber has been championing local business and community vitality. From energizing networking events to behind-the-scenes advocacy at City Hall and beyond, we’ve packed a lot into the past few days and we’re excited to share the highlights with you. Grab your favorite drink and settle in for a quick read, and see how the Tigard Chamber has been working for you and the broader Tigard community.
Our ribbon cutting events are one of our favorite ways to welcome new, and sometimes reimagined, businesses to Tigard. This week we celebrated two local businesses! The first event featured the Grand Re-Opening of Bridge to Home Family Promise of Tualatin Valley where attendees, including representatives from all levels of governance, enjoyed self-led tours of the newly renovated facility. The second event celebrated the Grand Opening of Tigard’s newest childcare center, Safari Kid, where attendees toured the brand-new classrooms and facilities and learned how this new center will support families and help our community thrive!
Megan met with both the Mayor of Tigard and the City Manager this week to continue to streamline efforts to serve the local business community. She also attended the City Council Meeting on Tuesday evening where they discussed the Building a Better Tigard Campaign, houselessness, and the Sheriff Office report. She wrapped up the week with a tour of the new Ava Roasteria facility in Downtown Tigard alongside the Beaverton Chamber of Commerce, the Economic Development Manager for the City of Tigard and others.
Networking with our members remained at the forefront this week as we hosted an After Hours networking event in the beautiful meeting space at Kona Grill on Tuesday evening, a Member Orientation at our office on Wednesday, and Good Morning Tigard (GMT) at the Tigard Masonic Lodge on Thursday. GMT attendees learned all about the lodge, its history and the philanthropic nature of the Tigard Free Masons. Looking for more ways to connect with our business community? Check out the calendar on our website for opportunities and details!
Our annual State of Business event will take place on Wednesday, September 24th at Broadway Rose Theatre from 9:30am to 2:30pm. This year’s theme, “Shaping Tigard’s Future: Innovation, Investment, and Inclusive Growth,” goes beyond physical infrastructure – we’re focusing on the ideas, partnerships, and innovations that will strengthen Tigard’s workforce, drive economic opportunity, and build a resilient, thriving community for all. Whether you’re a business owner, community leader, or entrepreneur, State of Business is your opportunity to learn, connect, and help shape Tigard’s future. Be sure to register for this FREE event!
Leadership Tigard 2025-26 applications are open! Leadership Tigard is a transformative nine-month program hosted annually by the Tigard Area Chamber of Commerce, designed to cultivate leadership skills and deepen community engagement. Through immersive experiences, participants gain a behind-the-scenes understanding of how Tigard functions, politically, economically, and socially. Each month features in-depth sessions with influential voices from local government, business, education, and nonprofit sectors who are shaping the future of our community. Interested in signing up? Click here to fill out the application by September 14th.
Join us this Sunday at the Tigard Farmers Market in Universal Plaza from 9:00am to 1:30pm. A day at the market is a fun outing to add to your holiday weekend agenda and you may just see some fall flavors rolling in…Don’t forget,our new canvas tote bags are on sale for $10 at the information booth! They are perfect for your weekly outing to shop and support local vendors. Grab one while supplies last.
That wraps up our week, but the momentum doesn’t stop here. If one of these initiatives sparked an idea, a partnership, or a question, let us know! below, reach out to the team, or stop by the Tigard Chamber office on Main Street. And don’t forget to mark your calendar for next week’s events (check the Tigard Chamber Calendar for all the details). Together, we’re building a thriving and resilient Tigard one conversation, one connection, and one bold step at a time.
See you out there!
Your Tigard Chamber Staff