Business Matters: Gala Edition 2020

BUSINESS MATTERS

CELEBRATING THE BEST OF SHELTON AND MASON COUNTY

Gala Edition 2020

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A wards,

Successes, Hi ghlights of the Chamber Gala

2020 Chamber Board Heidi McCutcheon, Chamber Director

The best of Mason County turned out for the community’s largest business affair on Friday, January 17. The evening celebrated the Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce's 97th year with nearly 400 of Mason County's finest business owners, professionals, elected officials, and non-profits.

The crowd gathered to celebrate and give tribute to the successes of the year, anxiously awaiting the announcement of the 2019 award winners.

PREMIER SPONSOR

As they entered the venue, guests were met by DECA student volunteers and provided a warm welcome by Hospitality Sponsor The Roof Doctor. The Gala opened with a social hour courtesy of Reception Sponsor Beko’s Tree Service and Champagne Sponsor Our Community Credit Union. Then, after moving into the dramatically draped and lighted room, Melanie Bakala of State Farm Insurance hopped on the mic with Great Bend Center for Music’s Matthew Melendez and laid down 2019’s accomplishments to the tune of “Busta Move”

by Young MC. The reimagined version touted “Shelton Rules!”

Chamber director Heidi McCutcheon commenced the program with introductions of those who made the evening possible, including Premier Sponsor, Little Creek Casino Resort's CEO Michael Peters who shared exciting plans for improvements on the property– including an expansion of the popular seafood bar.

Photo Sponsor Cooper Studios—who supplied the fabulous photo booth—flashed the camera towards the crowd. Jim Boad of Flippin’ Awesome Renovations then took the stage, followed by Briana Slater of The Roof Doctor and Nolberto Chavez of Beko’s Trees & Wood Carving.

A spectacular four course meal showcased the expertise of the culinary staff and, thanks to course sponsors The Optical Shop of WA, Edward Jones - Karen Schade, Financial Advisor, and Heritage Bank, guests enjoyed a delectable menu featuring specialty fare and tasty, seasonal ingredients. Retired Mason County District Court Judge Victoria Meadows took the stage and invited the 2020 Chamber Board of Trustees forward for the formal installation. Outgoing President of the Board Lisa Perry thanked Past President Will Johnson for his years of service on the board. Also retiring from the board were Justin Baze of Black Star & The Varmints as well as Ray Frederick of Garage Sale Maniacs.

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To begin the awards portion, board president Lisa Perry announced Volunteer of the year. This was awarded to longtime Hoodsport area resident Hazel Bartley for her participation, volunteerism, and overall contribution to the Chamber and its programs. Jim Morrell of Peninsula Credit Union was given the 2019 President’s Choice award.

New this year, Community Supporter of the Year recognized a nonprofit organization who strongly impacts Mason County through service, volunteerism, donations (monetarily and/or in-kind), and activism.

The organization must be a member in good standing of the Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce and should be headquartered in Mason County. Our appreciation goes out to this year’s nominees Habitat for Humanity of Mason County, Kristmas Town Kiwanis, and Martha Reed Foundation. Habitat for Humanity of Mason County earned the 2019 award.

An individual who has made outstanding contributions to the business community and the community at large is honored as Citizen of the Year. This person gives freely of their time, talent, energy and expertise.

The honoree must live or work in Mason County.

The Chamber extends its gratitude to the three deserving finalists Andy Conklin of The Conklin Team at Windermere, Jaron Garza of Domino’s, and Rachel Hansen of Northwest Event Organizers. The crowd rose to their feet at the announcement of 2019’s Citizen of the Year Rachel Hansen as her son Zachary came to accept the award with Victoria Meadows.

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TABLE SPONSORS: Arnold Smith Insurance, Beko’s Tree Service, Cogent Construction, City of Shelton, Columbia Bank, Domino’s, Green Diamond Resource Co. , Habitat for Humanity of Mason Co., Heritage Bank, Hood Canal Communications, Little Creek Casino Resort, Maple Glen Senior Living, Our Community Credit Union, Peninsula Credit Union, Ridge Motorsports Park, Sierra Pacific Industries, Smoking Mo’s, Steph’s Espresso

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The entire evening was a brilliant celebration! The Chamber is proud to offer accolades to the many amazing individuals and businesses that support the Chamber and Mason County. It is evident, given the outpouring of support by attendees that the community shares in the Chamber’s appreciation and enthusiasm. 2019 featured incredible accomplishments and highlighted strong efforts to move forward, together. The Chamber is hopeful that the community will continue to grow in its spirit of volunteerism, selflessness, and dedication.

Boss of the Year recognizes an individual who empowers their employees and is an example of leadership and management excellence. The honoree must represent a Chamber member business in good standing and nominations may only be made by an individual who works for that person. This year’s slate of candidates was Kevin Cronquist of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and Gateway Property Management, Emmanuel Reyes of Bella Casa Service Management, LLC, and Stephanie Steen of Our Community Credit Union. The 2019 Boss of the Year award went to Stephanie Steen.

Rookie of the Year celebrates the best business to open a storefront or begin operations within the past two year, fulfilling a gap in service, retail, or operation that benefited the Mason County community at large.

This business must be a member in good standing of the Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce and should be headquartered in Mason County. The newcomers making this year’s ballot included Paulie’s Place, Railroad Tap Station, and WashingTone’s Junk Removal. Paulie’s Place humbly accepted the 2019 award.

Business of the Year recognizes the company that made the most significant contribution benefiting

the Shelton and Mason County business community.

Any size business is eligible; recognition is given for overall contribution to improving the community and/or business climate. This business must be a member in good standing of the Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce and should be headquartered in Mason County. Our great thanks and appreciation goes to Beko’s Trees & Wood Carving, Steph’s Espresso, and Ridge Motorsports Park. 2019 Business of the Year was awarded to Steph’s Espresso, also coinciding with her 20th year in business.

Toast to 2019

“Let’s Raise a Glass” set to the tune of “Bust A Move” as written and performed by Melanie Bakala and Matthew Melendez It’s been a year, I’m gonna tell ya; Downtown Connector made us late But we survived our first roundabout as our little town got all decked out Ok Shelton, let’s get beltin’ About all the folks steppin’ up an’ helpin’ Shelton Dental treated teeth from the heart OCCU backs the K9s and do their part Our friends the Coopers they are troopers Slakey is awarded for being super Habitat finished House 30 fine Workforce Housing in the front of people’s minds MacEwen and Griffey, they are spiffy Brought us a million dollars in a jiffy Thanks to the levy gussied up schools You know what I think? Shelton rules!

Our County’s smokin’, business showin’ New places poppin’ up and others growin’ Paulie’s came in and brought us subs Mo’s to the Grove, Tap Station serving suds Poppy on Railroad with the cute gifts Mason Clinic opening is in the midst The Ming Tree sign came down with care The Ridge’s new center opened up with flair Our very own SAC got a new track Alderbrook voted best resort in the pack Shang spruced up and upped their grub The marina now owned by the Shelton Yacht Club The retooled Shell, it looks so swell Country Clinic is here to get you well So much going on makes our town cool Guess what Matthew? Shelton rules!

Mason County, we’ve got it.

Mason County, baby let’s flaunt it.

United Way they have a new bey; Jackson joins up now leading each day

Mike Peters at the helm of Little Creek Nicki Cannon the head of Hood Canal’s Fleet At Sound Learning, Klasell is herding; leading the staff who’s always serving Cheryl Sesnon at the lead Of Harmony Hill’s ongoing good deeds Olympic Mountain Ice Cream had a sweet dream Thirty-five years of making everyone scream Hood Canal celebrated eighty-five Of keeping our cable and internet alive Our Green Diamond peers marked seventy years And PUD3 celebrated 80 – Cheers!

Steph’s Espresso has 20, fools Cause you know what? Shelton rules!

Mason County, we’ve got it.

Mason County, baby let’s flaunt it.

This Christmastown came back around; Santa welcoming folks to town Holiday Magic brought back the glow We’re in the World Record Book you know Our schools are newer, shaping the future Bringing academies creating trained workers SPI and Belco played key roles; Building new homes for our heroes The Great Bend Choir they reach higher At the great Carnegie they aspired Our brand-new Y(MCA) broke ground with fanfare; Kids in the pool by the end of this year This town striving, I mean thriving What we’ve accomplished is so satisfying Let’s raise a glass to all our plenty And make a toast to 2020!

Chamber Board 2020 Past President Lisa Perry, Sierra Pacific Industries President Marty Crow, Habitat for Humanity of Mason Co. Treasurer Lisa Woodard, Columbia Bank Dave Aykens, ASC Security & Investigations Eileen Bailey, EI. Kristyn & Son Construction, Inc. Melanie Bakala, State Farm Insurance

Ashley Brady, Brady Trucking & Landscape Supply Nolberto Chavez, Beko’s Trees, LLC & Wood Carving Andy Conklin, The Conklin Team at Windermere Mendy Harlow, The Salmon Center Jan Morris, The Hardware Distillery Michael Peters, Little Creek Casino Resort

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Tier 2 GOLD INVESTORS Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club · Alta Forest Products · ASC Security & Investigation City of Shelton · El Puerto de Angeles · Falcon Financial, Inc. · Heritage Bank · Island Enterprises, Inc. · Lucky Dog Casino · Mason County PUD#3 · Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics · Shelton Dental Excellence· Squaxin Island Tribe Tourism Department Taylor Shellfish Farms · The Shopper

Tier 3 SILVER INVESTORS Alderbrook Resort and Spa · Bakala State Farm Insurance · Bavarian Window Cleaning Builders FirstSource · Consejo Counseling & Referral Service · Diamond Touch Landscape Edward Jones, Karen Schade · EI. Kristyn & Son Construction, Inc. · Gillis Auto Center General Dynamics Electric Boat · Great Bend Center for Music iFiber One News Radio · Mason Transit Authority · Seattle Shellfish Shelton Dental Center · Shelton-Mason County Journal Shelton School District · Sierra Pacific Industries Tractor Supply Company · Washington Corrections Center

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President’s Choice JIM MORRELL (Peninsula Credit Union) was named the President’s Choice award winner by outgoing President of the Board Lisa Perry (Sierra Pacific Industries). At the event, the following words were shared about her choice.

Some people change the world by sharing their time and talent within their own community. Some make that contribution in other countries.

This year’s President’s Choice award winner does both. He represents his industry by serving on a national board. He is a member of Shelton Skookum Rotary, a board member for the Community Foundation of South Puget Sound, on the South Sound YMCA’s Capital Campaign Executive Cabinet, and on the Chamber’s Finance Committee. Last year, he invented and hosted the Workforce Housing Summit, bringing together Mason County leaders and industry experts to begin tackling the housing crisis. He is an innovative leader, outside of the box thinker, and proud Mason County resident. Ladies & Gentlemen, the President’s Choice award goes to Jim Morrell.

The crowd gave Jim a standing ovation as he made his way to the stage.

Jim Morrell

Congratulations!

Stephanie Steen

Director of Operations

Stephanie is an integral part of the OCCU team. We are grateful for the passion and commitment that she shows to our members, staff and community!

Congratulations to this amazing woman, cheers to her on all of her accomplishments!

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Volunteer of the Year HAZEL BARTLEY (Hoodsport, WA) was named the Volunteer of the Year. For the first time this year, the Volunteer of the Year was selected by Chamber Staff.

Hazel moved to Hoodsport with her late husband after retirement. A native of Washington State, Hazel and her late husband moved to Hoodsport more than 40 years ago. The centenarian began volunteering at the Hood Canal Food Bank as soon as it opened 32 years ago. Likewise, when the Chamber opened the Visitor Information Center in 2005, Hazel was among the first to volunteer her time and has done so on a weekly basis for the past 15 years. When asked what she liked best about volunteering, her face lights up. “I just love the people,” she says. The Chamber is thankful of her gift of time and the welcome she provides to visitors in Mason County.

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I just love the people.”

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Boss of the Year ’19

Finalists KEVIN CRONQUIST of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services and Gateway Property Management studied at University of Montana before moving to Shelton in 1991 to become a partner in his father’s business, Mason County Realty. The next year, Kevin also purchased Preview Realty and Gateway Property Management. In 2011, the real estate company was renamed Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Northwest Real Estate Shelton. Kevin served on the NWMLS Board of Directors for over six years and several terms on the Chamber’s board of trustees. He promotes a family attitude with his staff where everyone works together and helps out. His employees gushed that “having a great mentor like him as a boss, is a blessing” and that “his heart is so big and filled with so much love, it’s great to see how much he does for the community. He will always be one of my greatest role models.”

STEPHANIE STEEN of Our Community Credit Union believes in leading by example. After nearly 15 years, Stephanie worked her way up from a part-time teller to director of operations, overseeing 5 branches. Her nominators pointed to her having “an unmatched ability to lead and grow staff” and expressed gratitude that “she recognizes accomplishments and makes sure that credit is given, even when it’s not in her department.” Stephanie says that her early experience at the credit union taught her the importance of working as a team and positive communication. She leans into the philosophy that you can’t choose what happens, but you can choose your attitude.

EMMANUEL REYES of Bella Casa Service Management opened his business with his wife Lorena eight years ago out of the garage of their home. They have grown to a team of nearly twenty and Emmanuel considers them all part of his family. Growing up with his grandparents, he says they taught him his most valuable life lessons: always be positive, respect life, don’t worry, live simply, and always make time to be happy. Emmanuel passes these lessons on to his employees encouraging them not to be afraid to make mistakes and to see challenges as opportunities. Among the nominations, his staff touted “he saw my potential to do greater things than what I was doing. He is always pushing to help his employees reach their full potential.” Others commended his kindness, mentorship, and generosity.

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Rookie of the Year ’19

Finalists RAILROAD TAP STATION offers 17 craft beers, 4 ciders on tap, and a nice wine selection and proudly serves great pizzas, pastas, soups, salads, and appetizers.

A nod to the community’s heritage, the modern tap house anchors the historical 1912 building in the heart of downtown. The business is owned by longtime Shelton resident, Realtor, and landlord Scott Barnard. He reflects that, “Shelton has been good to me. At this point of my life it is about making new friends and putting smiles on people’s faces.” The unique layout of the restaurant makes it a flexible space for parties, a quick bite at lunch, or a casual meet-up. Since opening, Railroad Tap Station has already given donations to about 30 different causes in Mason County.

PAULIE’S PLACE, owned and operated by Trish and Paul Girard, reflects her Italian heritage and his Mason County roots. The sub shop is quickly becoming well known for their large portions, delicious specials, and friendly service. The eatery provides seasonal offerings and signature items that are available to dine-in or take-out, as well as catering options. Taking up residence in Mariano Plaza, Paulie’s Place has amassed a loyal clientele who jump on board with their charitable efforts to support local drives: school supplies and backpacks, Kicks for Kids, and more, often matching dollars to extend the good work. Their nominator acknowledged their positive approach and remarked on their willingness to serve the community during weekend events and festivals.

WASHINGTONE’S JUNK REMOVAL works seven days a week to clean up junk in Mason County. When owner Tony Solano is not working, he is donating clothes, bikes, doll-houses, and toys to children as well as collecting warm clothes, rain coats, and umbrellas for the homeless shelter and the domestic violence shelter. WashingTone’s Junk Removal is most proud of making people happy and relieving their stress—and Tony does so with good humor and a positive attitude. He takes pride in becoming a customer’s strength, family, and friend, looking out for many in our community. He says, “Whenever I see a senior trying to unload garbage, I always help. I would want someone to help out my grandparents.” This sentiment is noticed and noted in many of his nominations, one of which shared, “he cares about his community and wants to strengthen his neighbors in any way he can.”

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Business of the Year ’19

Finalists

BEKO’S TREES & WOOD CARVING is a professional tree service providing removal, maintenance, and trimming. The company is owned and operated

by Nolberto Chavez who always puts safety first—for his employees and the community. Beko’s is known for the many hours of labor and equipment donated during the winter snowstorms to clear driveways and church parking lots, as well as helping stranded drivers. Beko’s also supports Shelton High School, Forest Festival Logging Show, OysterFest, Kiwanis, and Relay For Life. Nolberto has a special heart for elderly residents and cuts their limbs and provides firewood as no cost when they need it. One nomination nodded to the company for their good works “…on their way to a job (I assume), employees came across an idle car in an intersection.

The employees jumped out of their truck without hesitation and helped push her to safety. Stand up guys!”

RIDGE MOTORSPORTS PARK opened in 2012 and the 170-acre site boasts a road course, motocross, karting, and off-road park. The venue is nationally acclaimed and in just the last 18 months hosted over 400 events brought over 60,000 visitors to Mason County. With the recent opening of their Performance Center, Ridge Motorsports now provides venue and banquet space for training facilities, meeting spaces, weddings, and special events. Like the existing facility, the new Performance Center was built entirely with private funding. One nominator said, “The Ridge is a huge economic driver here and, moreover, it is an exciting and high-caliber addition to the community.” This year the park also secured a contract for MotoAmerica which draws over 15,000 people.

STEPH’S ESPRESSO is one of the busiest espresso stands in Shelton, opening as early as 3:30 AM during the week and 4:00 AM on the weekends. September marked the business’s 20th anniversary. Since opening, Steph has been determined to give back to the community. Each year they sponsor sports teams, donate items to charities and support local families. In 2019, Steph partnered with her customers to fill over 1,500 backpacks for local students and, when there was greater need, Steph’s came up with another 300 notebooks and other school supplies. Steph’s Espresso is also well known for their Community Easter Egg Hunt. The business supports OysterFest and Relay For Life, serves on the board for the Mason Area Scholarship Program, and keeps warm clothes, easy foods, and toiletries on hand to provide to homeless individuals in the community.

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Citizen of the Year ’19

Finalists

Accepted by her son, Zach Hansen

ANDY CONKLIN of the Conklin Team at Windermere is a 5th generation Mason County resident who finds making an impact in his community fulfilling. His passion for athletics has kept him involved with our community’s youth, coaching football, baseball, and girls’ fastpitch—without having kids involved in those sports.

Recently he worked with SHS staff and volunteers to create an athletic training class that is available to high school students before school daily. His nominator calls him an unsung hero and “the guy who is committed to kids. If he sees a need, he is ready and willing to step in and fill it.” He has served on scholarship committees and, this year, Andy served an integral role in the capital campaign to bring YMCA to Shelton. As a member of the Mason County Association of Realtors, he has been an active participant on numerous committees including the Quality of Life Committee which helped ensure that property owner’s voices were heard when important legislative decisions were made effecting property rights and values. Andy asserts that when a problem is identified, it is best to jump in and make a difference rather than sit back and complain.

JARON GARZA of Domino’s started as a delivery driver looking to earn some extra money before graduating from CHOICE High School. Fast forward 13 years, that part-time gig has become a career. Jaron gratefully acknowledges his franchisee owners and mentors, Jeff and Chris Farmer, for empowering him to give back to the community. He avows he is “passionate about being involved in fundraising for good causes” and that’s obvious when he pitches in on so many efforts: classroom awards, honoring teachers and staff on appreciation days, recognizing nurses and first responders during national celebrations, and supporting local clubs and organizations programs. As a Relay For Life Sponsor, Jaron supplies pizza for each committee meeting and holds a canned food drive annually for their society. His nominator insists “I can’t think of a single person that has spent the time and energy it takes to consistently reach out to others.”

RACHEL HANSEN is a local graphic artist and editor, who received her BA in classical studies from the University of Victoria and trained as an archaeological illustrator, working as a reconstruction artist on classical exhibits. She moved to Shelton in 2003 with her husband John and their children. Rachel is the president of Northwest Event Organizers where she manages Mason County’s tourism promotion program. She is also the editor/publisher of Tracing the Fjord, a local magazine that heralds authentic experiences in our community. Her nominator says “Rachel’s enthusiasm is contagious. She takes on projects that are larger than life and gives others the confidence to bring them to reality.” After Rachel recreated the iconic Beauchamp Santa in 2018, she became the driving force behind Christmastown USA and the Guinness Book of World Records attempt.

She also teamed up with local culinary genius Xinh Dwelley, working with her to publish a cookbook tribute which was released at OysterFest last year.

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Community Supporter of the Year ’19

Finalists HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF MASON COUNTY was founded in 1996 and has built 30 homes in Mason County, 2 being completed during 2019. They do this by partnering with individuals, congregations, businesses, and other organizations to lend a hand up to those in need of housing. Habitat for Humanity also provides a partnership opportunity for homeowners in need of home repair and maintenance support. Just this year, their home preservation program assisted more than 30 families with safety and maintenance improvements. They are most passionate about fulfilling the ultimate dream of homeownership for families in need in Mason County. To that end, this year the organization reached out to Peninsula Credit Union to develop a model which would give homeowners ownership of their mortgage thereby expanding Habitat’s capacity.

MARTHA REED FOUNDATION is named for the former nurse, coroner, cancer patient, and female inspiration. The foundation began raising funds for local families in need and scholarships for those pursuing a career in healthcare. Today the Martha Reed Foundation rallies the community to support unmet needs. Whether monies are raised at a cook-off or concert, the foundation has committed that every dollar raised in Mason County stays in Mason County. Martha Reed Foundation is most proud of the impacts they have made through specific gifts. They have provided things like chest waders for a paraplegic male who had never been able to go on school field trips, mattresses to the homeless shelter, weekend meals for homeless youth, an electric wheelchair for a local veteran, and Christmas gifts for the local elderly. Martha Reed Foundation also sponsored the traffic box wrap program, through the Shelton Arts Commission, to beautify the traffic boxes at key intersections.

KRISTMAS TOWN KIWANIS works to serve the youth of Mason County by supporting Scouts and South Mason Youth Soccer as well as the “Caught Being Good” program at Shelton High School, awarding scholarships to graduating high school students, offering kiddie train rides and games at OysterFest, in addition to collecting school supplies and Christmas gifts for Mason County children in need. The club is perhaps best known for their collaboration in presenting Holiday Magic. This year Kristmas Town Kiwanis led the effort to organize a local Day of Champions, a one-day modified track and field event for special needs students.

The inaugural event was a huge undertaking. The club partnered with the four other Mason County’s Kiwanis Clubs and gathered more than 100 volunteers for the event where more than 150 students from 5 different school districts participated—and every student received a medal.

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members 2nd Street Design Studio 94.5 ROXY 96.9 KAYO/KGY Radio A Better Painting Company AAA Septic Tank Pumping ABOVE Home Health Academy Mortgage - Brenda Thornbrue Academy Mortgage - Vickie Nunez Acme Fuel Advanced Chiropractic Rehabilitation Adventurecare Daycare Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club Alderbrook Properties Alderbrook Resort & Spa Allen Homes & Construction, LLC Allstate Insurance Company - Marcy Johnson Alta Forest Products American Family Insurance - Eric Smileuske American Turbo Service, LLC American Workforce Group Americool Heating & Air Conditioning Andrew Spear Construction, LLC Anna's Bay Center for Music Annie's Quilt Shoppe Anytime Fitness April Byrd (friend) Arbaugh & Associates, Inc. Arcadia Drilling, Inc. ARCH Mechanical, Inc. Arnold Smith Insurance ASC Security & Investigations Ashby Homes, Inc. Auseth Construction, Inc. Basic Business Bookkeeping Bauer, Pitman, Snyder, Huff - Lifetime Legal Bavarian Pro Wash Bayshore Texaco & U-Haul BCP Landscape Supplies Behavioral Health Resources Beko's Trees, LLC & Wood Carving Belco Forest Products Bella Acres Bella Casa Service Management, LLC Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate Shelton Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Washington Black Star Blondie's Restaurant Blue Horizons Paddlesports Blue Oasis Spa & Massage Bowers Dental Group Bowman Financial Group, Inc. Bradley Air Company Brady Trucking & Landscape Supply Builders FirstSource Caboose Visitor Information Center Cali Cutz Cameo Boutique & Wine Shop Candy Wrapper Store Capital Business Machines Capitol Land Trust Career Quest Cascade Natural Gas Corp.

Cedars Bodywork & Massage, LLC Central Mason Fire & EMS Chamberland Construction, LLC Christmas Village City Council Deputy Mayor Deidre Peterson City Council Member Joe Schmit City of Shelton Clipperz Barber Shop Cogent Construction, Inc. Columbia Bank Hoodsport Columbia Bank Shelton Community Financial Center Community Lifeline Consejo Counseling & Referral Service Cooper Studios County Commissioner Kevin Shutty County Commissioner Sharon Trask Craft Pie & Art Bar Creekside Inn Crossroads Housing Cut Rate Auto Parts Cynthia Tavares (friend) D & L Automotive and Repair Dairy Queen Daley Electric, LLC Denny's Auto Service Dermasuite Skincare Diamond Touch Landscape Services Digital Printing DogTown K9 & Feline Pet Styling

Domino's Dr. Steven H. Bowers DDS, LLC DSHS Vocational Rehabilitation Duckabush Communications, Inc. Duncan & Associates Insurance Brokers, Inc. Economic Development Council of Mason Co. Edward Jones - Armin Baumgartel, FA Edward Jones - Eric R. Thompson, FA Edward Jones - Karen Schade, FA Edward Jones - Lori Morgan, FA Edward Jones - Stefanie Dantinne, FA EI. Kristyn & Son Construction, Inc. El Puerto de Angeles El Sarape III & La Cantina Elevation Elite Property Management Services Exceptional Foresters Inc. (EFI) Express Employment Professionals Faceplant Events Falcon Financial, Inc. Flippin Awesome Renovations Flying Colors Painting Co. Forest Funeral Home Fred Holmes Tree Service, LLC Garage Sale Maniacs Gardner Accounting Gateway Christian Fellowship Gateway Property Management General Dynamics Electric Boat George A. Steele, LLC George Stenberg Photography Gillis Auto Center Girl Scouts of Western Washington Great Bend Center for Music Green Diamond Resource Company Habitat for Humanity of Mason County Hackney Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Haigh Veterinary Hospital Hama Hama Oysters Harmony Hill Healing Retreat Harstine Island Community Choir Hawks View Insurance HearingLife Heritage Bank Hillcrest Shell Homes First Homes for Heroes - Megan Smet Hood Canal Communications Hood Canal Events Hood Canal School District Hoodsport Timberland Library Hoodsport Visitor Information Center Hoss & Wilson-Hoss, LLP Housing Kitsap iFiber Communications iFiber One News Radio Northwest Event Organizers In Deed Home Inspections Innovative Sleep Centers Island Enterprises, Inc. Island Johnny, LLC J.C.'s Health Foundation Jarrell's Cove Marina Jennifer Rutledge Photography Jim's Automotive, Inc. Joe's Market & Shell Gas Station John L. Scott Real Estate John L. Scott Real Estate - Kristy Buck Joonbug Yoga Julie Liles (friend) Kamilche Trading Post Kamilche Visitor Information Center Kara Lynn Foundation Keller Williams Realty - Jerry Obendorf Keller Williams Realty - Scotty Mills Kevin Strickland (friend) Key Bank Keyhole Valley Brewing Kirk Building Kris Rose LMP Bodywork & Massage Kristmas Town Kiwanis Lake Cushman Golf Course Lake Limerick Golf Club Land Title Co. of Mason County Leath Manufacturing Co. Les Schwab Tire Centers Little Creek Casino Resort Living Earth Grow Supply Living Well, Inc./Isagenix - Marcy Kadoun-Wilson Locate Coaching Lorraine's Music Studio Love INC of Mason County Lucky Dog Casino Lund Custom Machine

MACECOM Maple Glen Senior Living Marilyn Vogler (friend) Martha Reed Foundation Mary Jo Cady (friend) Mary Kay - Caryn Salapka Mary Kay - Tamra Ingwaldson Mason County Concert Association Mason County Forest Festival Assoc.

Mason County Garbage & Recycling Mason County Historical Museum Mason County Master Builders Mason County PUD#3 Mason County Republican Women's Club Mason County Senior Activities Assoc.

Mason County Taxi Mason County Title Company Mason Fire District #4 Mason General Hospital Foundation Mason Health Mason Transit Authority Mason Web TV powered by HCC Matthaeis Camco, Inc. McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory Mell Property Management MGHF Auxiliary - Gift Shop Miracle-Ear Movement Mortgage - Peggy Zamzow Mt. Olive Lutheran Church Mt. St. Helens Evergreens, Inc. Neil's Pharmacy New Community Church of Union Nifty Thrifty Store Nita's of Shelton North Mason Chamber of Commerce Northwest Clothing Co. Northwest Custom Tees Oakland Bay Marina, LLC Olympic College Olympic Heating & Cooling, LLC Olympic Mountain Ice Cream Olympic Mountain Millwork Olympic Stove & Spas, Inc. Olympic Title & Escrow Our Community Credit Union Pacific Asset Management, LLC Paulie's Place Peggy Hosford (friend) Peninsula Credit Union Peninsular Railway & Lumbermen's Museum Phillips Burgess, PLLC PNW Fresh Clams & Oysters Port of Hoodsport Port of Shelton Quixote Communities Radio Fryer Foods, LLC Railroad Tap Station RAM Electric Randy Lewis (friend) RE/MAX Top Executives RE/MAX Top Executives - Melissa Stearns Representative Dan Griffey Representative Drew MacEwen Republic Services Richard Beckman Realty Group, LLC Richard D. Thornbrue, CPA Ridge Motorsports Park Robert E's Carpet Cleaning Robert W. Johnson, PLLC Roslynne Reed (friend) Salish Cliffs Golf Course Salish Seafoods Sam Sevier, LLC Seattle Shellfish, LLC Seven Inlets Spa Shelton Athletic Club Shelton Centennial Lions Club Shelton Cinemas Shelton Dental Center Shelton Dental Excellence Shelton Family Center Shelton Farmers' Market Shelton Health & Rehabilitation Center Shelton High School DECA Shelton House Cleaning Shelton Kiwanis Club & Foundation Shelton Rotary Shelton School District Shelton Tabs & Titles Shelton Timberland/William G. Reed Public Library Shelton Veterinary Hospital, Inc. Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce

Shelton-Mason County Journal Sierra Pacific Industries Simply Controls, Inc. Simpson Construction Sisters Restaurant Skokomish Indian Tribal Enterprises, Inc. Skokomish Park at Lake Cushman Skookum Rotary Skydive Kapowsin Skyline Drive-In Theater SmartMeme Studios, LLC Smoking Mo's So Clean & Green, LLC Sound Business Brokers Sound Learning South Sound Appliance South Sound Private Investigations South Sound Solar South Sound YMCA Squaxin Island Museum Library Research Center Squaxin Island Tourism St. Andrew's House State Farm Insurance - Melanie Bakala Steamboat Trading Post Steph's Espresso Steve Smith (friend) Stottle Winery Taqueria Las Palmas Taylor Shellfish Farms Tempting Eats & Treats Terri Drexler (friend) The Bard's Bounty The Cabin Tavern Bar & Grill The Community Foundation of South Puget Sound The Conklin Team at Windermere The Country Clinic The Drift The Electrician, A Family Company, LLC The Hardware Distillery Co. The Hiawatha Corp.

The Optical Shop of WA, Inc. The Other Guy Handyman Service The Patty Wagon The Pavilion at Sentry Park The Poppy Shop The Roof Doctor, Inc. The Salmon Center The Shang Sports Bar & Grill The Shopper The Strip Steak House The Varmints The Waterfront at Potlatch Toys for Tots Mason Tozier Brothers, Inc. Tractor Supply Company Transit-Community Center Treasures Thrift Store Tupper's Floor Coverings Turning Pointe Survivor Advocacy Center Twin Totems Store Union Visitor Information Center United Way of Mason County Urraco Coffee Company Vance Creek Railriders Vander Wal's Garage, Inc. Vander Wegen & Associates, Inc., PS Verle's Sporting Goods & Marine Walter Dacon Wines Washington Corrections Center Washington Driver Education Center 101 Washington Home Center WashingTone's Junk Removal Watson Construction Co., Inc. Watson Diesel Repair, LLC Whitehouse & Nichols, LLP, Wicked Stoner Pottery Wild & Woodsy Catering Wild Greens International William Perreault (friend) Williams Architecture, PS Windermere Real Estate - Keith Fuller Windermere Real Estate/Himlie, Inc. Wittenberg CPA, PS WorkSource Mason County WSU Extension Yesteryear Car Club Zeppelin Shipping & Technology Center

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2019

Shelton-Mason County Chamber

Annual Report 19

1,381

Ribbon Cuttings

Connections Made

47

Hours spent advocating for a healthy economy

56

hours dedicated to developing our workforce

9

Listening sessions with government agencies

473,052 + 57,009 people reached on social media

797

trees counted for Christmastown, USA #GuinnessAttempt

20,201

Visitors served

engagements

$

21,748 3,000+ raised for beautificaiton

Expo attendees and 106 vendor spaces

1,702 Maps & passes sold

58 15

new members

workshop hours hosted

27

Expert speakers

Collaborations on special projects

7

9

Chamber awards winners infinite potential