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Discover Olympia Discover the personality of Olympia and beyond, on page 12 & read the results of our Downtown Olympia Survey. Most Chamber Members share feelings of optimism, page 16.

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Every month, the Thurston County Chamber offers several networking events, forums & workshops to the community. Here are some highlights you won't want to miss.

In this issue...

6 Caught in the Lens Photos from Chamber events.

June 1

YPN at Lady of the Lake, Offut Lake Resort

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The Thurston Chamber Young Professionals Network (YPN) is a great

Get Out & Play!

place to interact with younger business professionals in a low-pressure

It’s never too late to #planforvacation in Thurston County.

environment. Join us for after hours on June 1 at 5:30 p.m. at Lady of the Lake at Offut Lake Resort. The Lewis County YPN will join us!

June 6

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Morning Mixxer at AWG JJoin the American Workforce Group for Morning Mixxer.

They will provide coffee and breakfast treats!

When? Tuesday, June 6, at 7:30 a.m.

Where? 4250 Martin Way E #103, Olympia.

June 14

Forum: LTC Class of 2017 Graduation Leadership Thurston County (LTC) and the Thurston County Chamber Foundation are pleased to recognize members of the Class of 2017. Sponsored by TAGS Awards & Specialties, the graduation program is on June 14, at 11:30 a.m. at the Hotel RL Olympia during the monthly Thurston County Chamber Forum.

June 15

BAH at Hawk's Prairie Casino JJoin us for Business After Hours at Hawk's Prairie Casino on Thursday, June 15 at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy drinks, appetizers and the chance to learn more about this business. Hawk's Prairie Casino is located at 8318 Quinault Dr NE, Lacey.

June 27

We're pleased to introduce four new Board members and our new Board Chair.

12 Discover the Essence of Thurston County The Olympia-LaceyTumwater Visitor & Convention Bureau reveals their new brand.

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Health Care Champions Please join us as we honor and celebrate health care leaders at the 11th annual Health Care Champions on Tuesday, June 27. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at the Olympia Country & Golf Club and will include honoree recognition, videos, hors d’oeuvres and a no host-bar.

For more event information, please visit www.thurstonchamber.com

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Meet Thurston County Chamber's New Board Members

Downtown Olympia Survey Results The Chamber surveyed its members to gain perceptions & perspectives of downtown Olympia. Here are the results!

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PUBLISHER

By David Schaffert, THURSTON COUNTY CHAMBER PRESIDENT/CEO

Thurston County Chamber of Commerce

EDITORIAL Editor: David Schaffert Phone: (360) 357-3362 Email: dschaffert@thurstonchamber.com

CONTRIBUTORS David Schaffert

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n a daily basis, we have the incredible opportunity to meet with individuals throughout the community, many who are Chamber members. We can’t tell you how many times they’ll apologize to us for not getting more involved in the Chamber. They tell us they’ve been busy. They tell us it is on their New Year’s resolution list. They tell us that as soon as they (fill in the blank) they’ll be sure to have more time. Our response often surprises them—and it is worth

repeating here. We call it the Chamber Elevator Speech—and if you’ve heard it before, please read

Doug Mah Natasha Ashenhurst

it again. Some things are worth repeating.

Greg Raines Shauna Stewart

Some organizations require active membership in order to receive value. A gym membership is ADVERTISING

one example. You have to put in time on the treadmill or in the pool to reap the rewards.

Sales and Marketing: Beth Johnson Blake Knoblauch

Some view their Thurston County Chamber of Commerce membership the same way they view

Melanie Bell

their gym membership -- i.e. put in the time at networking events and branding opportunities or

Phone: (360) 357-3362

else it is not worth the investment.

Email: info@thurstonchamber.com

SUBSCRIPTIONS

We disagree.

Phone: (360) 357-3362 Email: info@thurstonchamber.com

The Chamber has two primary missions. First, the Chamber supports business through myriad services and benefits, including networking and branding opportunities. Second, the Chamber

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advocates every day for a healthy and prosperous community. If one wanted to reduce the Chamber’s mission and purpose to one word, it would be “advocate.” Advocating for community,

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business and individual success is what the Chamber does every single day.

The Olympia Farmers Market. Photo courtesy of Ingrid Barrentine.

It is important to be clear that advocacy isn’t just the Chamber’s public policy. Advocacy is

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education, workforce development and leadership development. Ultimately, advocacy is about the

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success of our community.

CONTACT THE CHAMBER

Of course, we’d love to see you working on public policy right along with us, but we also know that

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you are busy running a business. So, sit back and relax. Your Chamber membership is working

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hard, for you and for the community. ●

Phone: (360) 357-3362 Email: info@thurstonchamber.com Website: www.thurstonchamber.com

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GOLD INVESTORS First Citizens Bank Cabinets by Trivonna Columbia Bank The Creative Office GHB Insurance Great Wolf Lodge Hometown Property Management Jessica Jensen Law PS

Nicholson & Associates Nisqually Red Wind Casino Olympia Furniture Company Pardiman Productions Puget Sound Energy RHD Enterprises Hotel RL Olympia Saint Martin’s University SCJ Alliance TAGS Wells Fargo

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Photo of the LTC Class of 2017 taken by Heather Harris of Elements Photography. The photo was taken at the Opening Retreat at Indian Summer on Troon Lane in Olympia.

Congratulations, LTC Class of 2017!

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LTC CLASS OF 2017: eadership Thurston County (LTC) and the

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Ashley Labrador

Thurston County Chamber Foundation

Justin Boyes

Anne Larsen

Jon Brein

Josh Metcalf

Specialties, the graduation program will be

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Nick Milner

held June 14, during the monthly Thurston

Corinne Daffern

Alyssa Nastasi

Matthew DeBord

Erica Olsen

Jim Downing

Ken Pekola

Donna Feddern

Lee Peterson

and resources; and explored numerous opportunities to get

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David Ross

involved. Topics ranged from economic development and

Kari Fye

Sierra Roundy

Charlie Groth

Colleen Rust

Traci Hansen

April Slee

Pamela Hartman

Shauna Stewart

Beyer

Joanne Stimac

Talia Hastie

Meghan Sullivan

Sustaining Trustees and Board of Regents, and the Thurston

Cari Hornbein

Jacob Williams

County Chamber for their outstanding support during the past

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are pleased to recognize members of the Class of 2017. Sponsored by TAGS Awards &

County Chamber Forum.

During the 10-month program, participants met with local, community, and statewide leaders; learned about issues surrounding South Sound communities; expanded networks

government to environmental issues, education, and health care. Field trips included visits to local businesses, schools and universities, public agencies, and non-profit organizations.

MANY THANKS to Graduation Sponsor TAGS Awards & Specialties, all the employers who sponsored participants, local leaders who contributed to the monthly sessions, LTC

LTC year! ●

www.thurstonchamber.com

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Caught in the Lens...

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A collection of photos taken at Chamber events during May 2017. Visit our Facebook page for more photos!

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Re-claim your vacation days It’s never too late to #planforvacation in Thurston County Suggestions contributed by Shauna Stewart, Executive Director of the Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater Visitor & Convention Bureau

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id you know that 52 percent of Americans don’t plan to use all of their vacation time in 2017? Don’t be that person who misses out on the restorative benefits of travel – even if it’s in your own backyard. There’s an upside to downtime including better

work performance, improved physical and mental health and stronger relationships.

Need a little inspiration to take time off? Here are some things you can do with your vacation time that don’t require leaving Thurston County.

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Mark your calendars for these summer events and check out ExperienceOlympia.com for more weekend fun.

Lacey Days, June 24 - July 8 Summer Fun in Your Own Backyard. Two full weeks of community events and activities designed for the whole family (yes, pets are family too).

Tumwater 4th of July

Get outside! Strap on your hiking boots and enjoy a 9-mile round trip jaunt on the Capitol Peak Trail. Reaching over

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2,600 feet, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of

An all-American tradition, enjoy music, food, games and

Rainier, Adams and Baker, along with Olympic National

fireworks at the Artesian Family Festival and Thunder Valley

Park, the Pacific Coast and Puget Sound.

Fireworks Show.

Foodies and families alike may enjoy the Bountiful Byway’s markets and farms, while green thumbs find inspiration at Lael’s Moon Garden Nursery. Those looking to enjoy the region’s many waterways hop on a Stand up Paddle Board (SUP). West Bay Paddle boards offers all things SUP – from rentals and lessons to tours and yoga.

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Enjoy beaches, lakes and sunshine aplenty! Average summer temperatures hover in the mid-70s and water fun abounds. A visit to the Quarry Pool in Tenino offers a refreshing dunk complete with cascading waterfall. Pile the family onto a paddle boat at Offut Lake or stroll the variety of beaches, such as Tolmie State Park, for wading, exploring and tide pool treasure hunting.

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Olympia Brew Fest, August 5 This annual summer beer festival that takes place at the Port Plaza features 30+ hand-picked, northwest breweries and over 60 different beers. Yum.

Olympia Harbor Days, Labor Day Weekend Mark summer’s end with a tour of the Virginia V, a celebration of the Salish Seas complete with a salmon bake and tribal demonstrations, or a bubble fun walk on the water. Toot! Toot!

Sip your way through summer. Savor Washington reds along the South Sound Wine Trail or sample seasonal suds while exploring the South Sound Craft Crawl.

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IN BRIEF

Kim Adney

Trenton Fluetsch

Mike Reid

Theresa Wall

Joanna West

Thurston County Chamber Welcomes New Board Members & Chair

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he Thurston County Chamber of Commerce has

Fluetsch is Residential Service Manager for Sunset Air, Inc.

elected four new members to its board of directors.

Mike Reid is Senior Manager of Business Development for the

New members include Kim Adney, Trenton Fluetsch,

Port of Olympia. Theresa Wall is Vice President of Kaufman

Mike Reid and Theresa Wall.

Construction & Development, Inc.

Each will serve a three-year term beginning June 1, 2017.

The Chair of the 2017/2018 Board is Joanna West of Washington

Kim Adney, Treasurer, is from Account Source. Trenton

Business Bank. The outgoing Chair is Jessica Coen of Conduent. ●

www.thurstonchamber.com

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Visitors enjoy walking the boardwalk at the Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge. Photo by Ingrid Barrentine.

Discovering the Essence & Personality of Thurston County

By Natasha Ashenhurst

Our Personality: Genuine Relaxed Approachable Free-Spirited Expressive Nature-Loving

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here can you find artisan cheeses, fresh apple cider and handcrafted ales? How about an ecofriendly community that is also a base camp for discovery and a place to feel rejuvenated?

Look no further than Thurston County, a community that

their annual meeting May 11,

is “always a handcrafted escape, never conventional and is

2017.

genuine, relaxed, approachable, free-spirited, expressive and nature-loving.”

“We set out to capture the brand and the essence [of

This description, or “personality,” of Thurston County is the

Thurston County] rather than

result of the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater Visitor & Convention

a graphic identity. We want

Bureau’s extensive branding process, which they unveiled at

to understand what makes

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www.thurstonchamber.com

Three Magnets Brewing Co., photo by Ingrid Barrentine.

Our Personality - Genuine, relaxed, approachable, free-spirited, expressive and nature-loving

our community unique and what our

from marketing, which is about how we

personality and flavor is as well as what

communicate what we are. Brand is the

visitors can expect when they are here,”

essence of who we are and what visitors

said Shauna Stewart, executive director

are experiencing,” said Moira Davin,

of the Olympia Lacey Tumwater Visitor &

VCB’s Director of Communications.

Convention Bureau (VCB).

The end result of this process is a new

Finally, the personality includes six

way to tell Thurston County’s story and

adjectives that describe the community,

Stewart said that traditionally, VCBs

it includes a promise, a position and a

followed by a description and they are:

market their community’s collection of

personality.

genuine, relaxed, approachable, free-

hotels, restaurants and attractions in a listing format. Stewart and her team are moving away from this strategy toward telling the story of what is unique and

spirited, expressive and nature-loving.

Our Promise – Always a Handcrafted Escape

Moments, Not Widgets: Stewart’s “Ask” of the Business Community

special about our community.

Always a handcrafted escape. What does

The Process

lot of local makers. They are expressive

“We have the messaging to attract

with their craft, whether it is making

visitors, but it is up to the businesses to

Stewart began the yearlong process of

artesian cheese, distilled spirits or apple

live that message out and deliver on the

developing the brand by interviewing

cider.”

promise. Some businesses are already

locals, adopting the motto, “If it is not true for locals, it isn’t true.” The team interviewed 728 visitors and locals through surveys, focus groups and one-

this mean? Stewart explains, “We have a

doing this really well. Ultimately, we

Our Position – Never Conventional

are asking that they infuse their own personality and their own story into the experience,” said Stewart.

on-one phone interviews.

Visitors to Thurston County can expect the unconventional, the counter cultural

Adopting a storytelling strategy helps

With research data on-hand, the team,

and the quirky, but they can also expect

to connect with people emotionally

lobbyists, legislators and a thriving

because that is how we make decisions.

business community. The Pocket Brand

Storytelling puts the brand into

Guide published by the VCB states,

action through creating moments and

“Those that live here are fueled by

memories for visitors who will share

determination to follow their passions.

those stories with others, which is

experience.

It’s in our culture. And it’s the very heart

especially important in the social media

of our people that make this an exciting

age.

“Our brand is about who we are as a

and unique destination for visitors.”

along with a contracted marketing agency, went through an extensive branding process. Their goal was to discover the essence of Thurston County and what visitors to the region

people and a community. This is different www.thurstonchamber.com

Stewart and Davin said that some

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MEMBER PROFILE

Dwayne Boggs

Boggs Inspection Service

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ince 2004, Dwayne Boggs has been guiding homeowners through his indepth home inspections. Dwayne built

Boggs Inspection Services from the ground

Photos by Ingrid Barrentine.

up in Olympia, and it is now one of the fastest growing inspection companies in the area, growing at a rate of 25 to 30 percent each

businesses like Sandstone Distillery have a strong understanding of this.

Sandstone developed a strong personal and professional brand. Everything in

year. A member of the American Society

their messaging points back to their origin story. When visitors take a tour of

of Home Inspectors (ASHI), Boggs utilizes

the distillery the Bourdon’s tie the product back to place. The product is hand-

industry standards to conduct a thorough

crafted, but even the distilling equipment has a story. “John is able to talk about

home inspection. He has built a protocol for

the conflict and the story follows an arc. A character wants something and has

how he approaches a home and encourages

to overcome a challenge to get it. [John Bourdon] weaves this story into every

homeowners to have a pre-listing inspection.

aspect of his business and it is this story that differentiates him from all of his competitors,” Stewart explained.

“Generally, if you have lived in a home for a decade and haven’t been in the attic or the crawl space then there may be some issues to address before placing your home on the market,” he said.

When Boggs isn’t inspecting a home, you’ll find him teaching a first-time home buying workshop or spending time in the field with his beloved dogs. ●

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What’s Next? Destination Marketing!

Stewart and her team will begin working with groups throughout the county to show how they can integrate branding and storytelling into their marketing initiatives. In addition, they launched a new website, visitors guide, destination videos, ad campaigns and media outreach. They will also create a customer engagement program where they take Thurston County “on the road” to Portland and Seattle.

“Competition [in the tourism industry] is fierce,” said Stewart. “We want to bring people here to visit our restaurants, stores and parks. The dollars tourism brings will impact our local economy and will lead to job growth. A destination brand is the most important aspect of destination marketing. It makes our marketing clear and effective, and the result is a healthier economy, a stronger business community and a higher quality of life.” ●

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The Low Income Housing Institute (LiHi) develops, owns and operates housing for the benefit of low-income, homeless and formerly homeless people in Washington State. Above is a new LiHi building under construction on Adams, downtown Olympia, that has set aside 16 units to house homeless veterans. Photo by Greg Raines of Lionsdenpro.

A Feeling of Optimism for Downtown Olympia

By Doug Mah, Doug Mah & Associates, director, Thurston Chamber Public Policy Division

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here is a feeling of optimism for Downtown Olympia and modest support for increasing taxes if the increase provides more resources to help reduce homelessness downtown. This is according to a recent survey of Thurston Chamber members at the beginning of May 2017. The Chamber received 440 responses over a five-day period to a six-question online survey. Of the 440 responses, almost onethird indicated that their business is located in downtown Olympia.

Optimism for Downtown

in Olympia. However, it is

Fifty-two percent of all respondents indicated that they were optimistic, very optimistic, or

percent of all respondents

extremely optimistic when asked how optimistic they feel about downtown. However, 19 percent

indicated that they were

responded that they were extremely or very pessimistic. Overall optimism increased to almost 62

very unlikely to support

percent for those respondents with businesses located in Olympia. One assumption is that being

increasing taxes.

important to note that 23

present in downtown brings a different perspective and insight to a respondent’s level of optimism.

Being downtown very likely provides greater insight into the changing conditions downtown.

Moderate Support for Dedicated Taxes Fifty-six percent of all respondents indicated that they were likely, “kinda” likely, or very likely to support increasing taxes if the increase provides more resources to help reduce homelessness downtown. Support increased to almost 67 percent for those respondents with businesses located

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It is also very interesting to see that 72 percent of respondents that indicated they were optimistic, very optimistic, or extremely optimistic also indicated they

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Above: Market rate housing is under construction off Legion near Three Magnets Brewing and Thurston First Bank. This is a new project by local developer, Walker John. Photo is by Greg Raines of Lionsden Pro. were likely, kinda likely, or very likely to support increasing taxes if the increase provides more resources to help reduce homeless downtown. One can speculate that there is a positive relationship between optimism and support for future public investments in downtown.

Downtown Olympia is a Key Indicator for Business Survey respondents overwhelmingly

Survey respondents overwhelmingly indicated that they believe public perceptions of downtown impact the business climate throughout Thurston County.

indicated that they believe public perceptions of downtown impact the business climate throughout Thurston

encourage and provide to improve the economic vitality of downtown Olympia. Respondents with businesses not in downtown ranked specialty retail shops, market rate housing, and Class A office space as their top priorities. This differs slightly from respondents with businesses in downtown where the top three priorities were ranked differently with market rate housing, grocery stores, and specialty retail shops as their top three priorities. Big box/small footprint department stores consistently ended

Priorities are Clear

at the bottom of the priority list for all respondents.

County. With almost 92 percent

Survey respondents ranked activities

indicating “yes,” respondents clearly

the city should focus on to improve the

connect perceptions of downtown to the

economic vitality of downtown Olympia.

regional business climate - regardless

Respondents with business not in

of where their business is located or

downtown indicated additional public

Survey responses directly align with

what their level of optimism is . One

parking, police presence, and homeless

Olympia’s Downtown Strategy (DTS).

observation is that downtown is very

shelters as their top three priorities. This

Published in 2017 after extensive public

much a regional asset and what occurs

differs slightly from respondents with

participation, the DTS sets “a clear

in downtown resonates far beyond

businesses in downtown where the top

set of actions to sustain and improve

downtown. It raises the question,

three priorities were ranked differently

Downtown for its residents, workers,

if public perceptions of downtown

with additional police presence, public

businesses and visitors” (Volume 1:

impact the business climate throughout

parking, and public restrooms as their

Summary draft, January 2017). This

Thurston County, shouldn’t we all be

top three priorities.

alignment comes as no surprise given the high degree of community participation

supportive of a healthy and vibrant downtown business community?

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City Plan Aligns with Respondents Priorities

Respondents also ranked additional

in the planning process and outreach.

private retail investments the city should

Chamber member responses help

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Summary There appears to be sustained optimism for Downtown Olympia. Downtown Olympia is an important part of the private sector fabric in the region and it appears that strong regional support for improving the perceptions of downtown may have positive benefits beyond downtown itself.

Positive perceptions, optimism, and support for new investments are three conditions present in downtown Olympia. These conditions are also present in any entrepreneurial pursuit and it is important to see the private sector’s vital role in creating a favorable environment for success.

We thank those Chamber members who participated in the survey. Their responses validate current activities as well as provide valuable insights into perceptions and opinions for the future. Community leaders are wise to consider how their actions can propel or stall efforts to achieve a broad vision for success in Downtown and they should consider the Chamber’s findings as

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we move forward.

Comments The Survey also collected almost 100 written comments. Here is a short sample:

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Hooper Financial Services Andrew Hooper (360) 352-5224 www.hooperfinancial.com Banks/Mortgage Companies/ Financial Services

New Traditions Fair Trade Jody Mackey (360) 705-2819 traditionsfairtrade.com Eco-friendly Products – Retail Oly Family Chiropractic Amy Markhoff (253) 380-9464 olyfamilychiro.com Chiropractors, D.C. Party Medics James DeGroff 360-704-8310 www.PartyMedics.net Entertainment PCAF Erick Seelbach 360-352-2375 www.piercecountyaids.org Non-Profit Organizations & Associations Precision Movers, LLC. Crystal Badour (360) 447-8613 Movers

Silver Service Transitions, LLC Danielle Welliever (360) 972-4600 Senior Citizen Services South Sound Equine Practice, LLC Michael Clark (360) 338-1896 Veterinarians & Hospitals Thompson Engineering, Inc. Randall Thompson 360-918-8079 Engineers – Structural Thrivent Financial David Brandt (425) 923-4852 Investment Securities & Management Wireless Revolution Tumwater Andrew Ramos (360) 878-8265 Cellular & Wireless Phones & Service www.thurstonchamber.com

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As a business owner, partnering with TwinStar Credit Union gives your employees access to WorkPerks. At no cost to your business, you can provide this program of special moneysaving offers for your employees.

Ask me how your business can participate.

Alexis Miller Business Development Officer 360.923.4450 alexis@TwinStarCU.com

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Health Care Champions Announced

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artnering with the Thurston-Mason County Medical Society, the Thurston County Chamber is proud to announce the 2017 Health Care Champions

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Dr. Gregg VandeKieft - Distinguished Service Award

Please join us as we honor and celebrate these leaders at the

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Providence Foundation - Health Care Safety Net Award

11th annual Health Care Champions event Tuesday, June 27.

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Dr. Gary Franklin - Community Impact Award

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at the Olympia Country & Golf Club and

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Nancy Trucksess - Lifetime Achievement Award

will include honoree recognition, videos, hors d’oeuvres and a no host bar.

The Health Care Champion awards were established to recognize heroic acts, steadfast dedication, extraordinary service and

Tickets are $40 each available by registering at www.

professionalism that are seen every day in our community’s

thurstonchamber.com or by calling the Chamber at (360) 357-

medical offices, clinics, hospitals, emergency services and related

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organizations.

Love, hope, success, family, security.

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Honoring every day heroic acts, steadfast dedication, extraordinary service and professionalism.

Call us: 360.357.3362

Visit: www.thurstonchamber.com

Please join us on June 27 as we honor and celebrate leaders who have made a significant impact within the health care industry.

We will recognize the heroic acts, steadfast dedication, extraordinary service and professionalism that are seen every day in our community’s medical offices, clinics, hospitals, emergency services and related organizations.

The event includes honoree recognition, videos, hors d’oeuvres and a no host bar. For sponsorship information, please call the Chamber at 360.357.3362

Olympia Golf & Country Club

5:302017 p.m. - 8 p.m.

June 27, Olympia Golf & Country Club 5:30 p.m.

- 8 p.m.

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PO BOX 1427 Olympia, WA 98507-1427