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• June 2nd State Legislative Update Impacting Business

        Notes from 6-2-17 State Legislative Update from Oregon State Chamber of Commerce Conference Call with our Lobbyist. – Click the bill hyperlink to go to the bill details on the OLIS website. I. Update on Major 2017 Session Themes a. What’s happening on transportation? b. What’s happening on spending reforms? -not enough votes for this…

• You’re Out More Than the Cost of Dues If You’re Not Using Your Chamber Membership

  It’s obvious to mention that you’re losing money if you’re not using your chamber membership, but it’s more than just being out the membership dues. If you’re not using your membership to its fullest, you are losing potential customers, revenue, and you’re out significant cost savings. Here’s what you’re not taking advantage of:Member to Member…

• Sue Stephens Named 2017 “From the Heart” Volunteer of the Year

   Sue Stephens has been selected as the 2017 Tigard Shining Stars “From the Heart” Volunteer of the Year, named in honor of Jim Hartman.  Jim Hartman set the standard for this award by his example of giving from the heart to his community, and the “From the Heart” award honors a person who has dedicated…

• Elise Shearer Named 2017 Tigard’s First Citizen

  Elise Shearer has been named as the 2017 recipient of the Tigard’s First Citizen award.   This award recognizes someone who has made in-depth, long-term volunteer contributions to the Tigard community over the years. The winner is active, involved, interested and enthusiastic about making Tigard a nice place to live and work. This individual excels in…

• Dennis Johnson Named 2017 Tigard Chamber Volunteer of the Year

  Dennis Johnson, Owner of Center Street Gold & Silver, has been named the 2017 Tigard Shining Stars Chamber Volunteer of the Year.  This award honors a Chamber member who has volunteered many hours of time, talent and energy to the success and growth of the Tigard Chamber.  Bert Tousey and his example of Chamber volunteerism…

• Adam LaFountain Named 2017 Tigard Youth Volunteer of the Year

  Adam LaFountain has been selected as the 2017 Shining Stars Tigard Youth Volunteer of the Year, named in honor of former Mayor Jim Nicoli, who passed away in 2000. Mayor Nicoli’s dedication to the youth of our community was a fitting way to honor his name and award a youth in our community who volunteers…

• 2017 Scholarship Recipients Named

  Lauren Brown, Elizabeth Kerns, Cassidy Thornton and Jake Wolf Named 2017 Tigard Chamber Scholarship Recipients The Tigard Chamber of Commerce (TCC) is pleased to announce the 2017 recipients of the Tigard Shining Stars Scholarship Award.  Each recipient will receive a $1,000 scholarship made possible by a generous donation from Pride Disposal and this year TRIMET…

• Landmark Ford Named 2017 Tigard Chamber Business of the Year

    Landmark Ford, owned by Jim Corliss has been selected as the 2017 Tigard Chamber Business of the Year.  This award recognizes a chamber business that has made in-depth contributions to the Tigard community through their business. The winner is active, involved, interested, and enthusiastic about continuing to make Tigard a destination of choice for…

• Ralph Hughes Named 2017 Tigard Chamber CEO Shooting Star

  Ralph Hughes, Owner of Financial WealthCare, has been named the 2017 Tigard Chamber CEO Shooting Star. This award is given to recognize a member’s significant achievement in the launch/implementation of a new program/organization or taking a program to the next level within the Tigard Chamber which has greatly benefited the chambers brand, its members and…

• How to Make a Difference with the Chamber of Commerce

  The chamber offers volunteer opportunities, networking possibilities, help with marketing and so much more. If that’s not enough, joining the chamber is also a great way to make a difference in the economic development of your community.Whenever I think of the work of the chamber and its importance, I always think of the Bruce Springsteen…