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.
Collaboration was front and center this week as we participated in meetings and networking events with various organizations. Makenna kicked off the week with a tour alongside the Tigard-Tualatin School District and Fought & Company where they brainstormed some exciting internship opportunities coming soon! Megan and Ainsley attended the Washington County Small Business Support Network meeting where they met with other chambers and organizations across Washington County to strategize all things small business and how best to support their success. Later in the week Megan also met with her Executive Director Peer Learning Group to share resources and best practices.
We love ribbon cuttings and this week we celebrated two of them! First up was the opening of the new US Bank ATM on Pacific Highway. The second was for My Gym SW Portland today. Congratulations to both businesses! We can’t wait to see you thrive in Tigard!
Thursday was another big day for events. Our Good Morning Tigard event was held at Gentle Chiro this week. Attendees enjoyed meeting their team, learning more about their services, and getting a first-hand preview of the state-of-the-art technology at their newly updated facility. Thursday night was the 2025 Washington County Chamber of Commerce Partnership (WCCCP) Legislative Debrief held at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Tigard. State Representatives and Senators from across Washington County were in attendance as well as staff from all Chambers of Commerce in Washington County. The panel of elected officials participated in a Q&A session followed by comments about this legislative session. It was an informative night!
Mark your Calendar! 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 on our website!
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.
We hope to see you this Sunday at both the Tigard Farmers Market in Universal Plaza from 9:00am to 1:30pm AND the Tigard Street Fair in Downtown Tigard from 10:00am to 3:00pm.Two great events in one place with lots of opportunities to show your support for local businesses. Don’t miss out on the fun!
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