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Visit ThurstonChamber.com and click on the Events Calendar for the latest information regarding Chamber events.

Join our Morning Mixxer host, Enterprise Truck Rental, in-person, at 2400 Carriage Lp SW, Olympia, WA 98502, on Tuesday, October 5 at 7:30 a.m. Morning Mixxer is free to attend and is held the first Tuesday of each month. These networking events are great for making new business connections within the community. MIXX 96.1 proudly sponsors Morning Mixxer.

Join our host, Great Wolf Lodge at 20500 Old Highway 99 SW, Grand Mound, WA 98531 on Thursday, October 7 at 5:30 p.m. for the Thurston Young Professionals Monthly Networking Event.

The Young Professionals of Lewis County (YPLC) will also join for this event! Enjoy bites & beverages as you expand your network!

All are welcome – invite other 20 to 30-year-olds so they can expand their networks and get to know all the fantastic Young Professionals in our community.

Afters Hour

In This Issue...

Startup Playbook: Porcupine Media p. 5 Innovative storytelling, live streaming, video and podcast production propel this tenacious team of creatives.

Point of View: Mike Marohn of ROXY on The Business of Radio p. 8 ROXY majority owner and former Thurston County Chamber board chair, Mike Marohn recaps his career in radio and shares his predictions

The Thurston Chamber invites the community to attend our October Forum on Wednesday, October 20 at 11:30 a.m. at the Olympia Hotel at Capitol Lake (formerly Hotel RL), 2300 Evergreen Park Drive SW, Olympia, WA 98502. This event will feature a Candidates Reception & Meet the Candidates Forum. Don't miss this celebration of politics, policy and people! Find more information about the event on page 21.

for the future of the industry.

Business After Hours is back and in-person! Join our host Linnea's Unique Boutique on Thursday October 21, 5:30 p.m. at 6715 Martin Way E, Lacey, WA 98516, for mingling and networking with other business professionals, playing games, beverages and appetizers.

Port Commissioner races.

We will observe Washington State Department of Health and Thurston County Public Health and Social Services' guidance at every event.

Voter's Guide p. 11 This year, we asked two questions of the candidates in the Tumwater, Olympia, Lacey City Council, Mayoral, and

Caught in the Lens p. 23 Keep up with the latest Chamber happenings and see all of the great smiles that make up our Chamber membership!

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Your Vote Counts

by David Schaffert, Thurston County Chamber President/CEO Doug Mah, Doug Mah & Associates, Thurston Chamber Public Policy Director

In November, the voters of Thurston County and area cities and towns will be asked to select local elected leaders that will shape and guide our community for the next four years. Thurston County Chamber members must vote.

This year, we asked candidates running for Port Commissioner and City Council member in Lacey, Olympia, and Tumwater to answer two questions.

don’t generate public interest like elections for Presidents, Governors, Congressional or State Legislative Offices. The last time city council races were on the ballot was in 2019; voter turnout was less than 45 percent countywide. But voter turnout was almost 85 percent in the 2020 presidential election. We know that when voters are engaged that they will vote.

The Thurston County Chamber We hope that their short answers give encourages all voters to understand you a better idea about what they see better the candidates and their as the barriers to economic prosperity positions concerning the local and their top economic goals. Many economy. Public policy is determined people view these races as pivotal by those that participate. The most and having regional significance. We straightforward and most crucial step recognize that our elected officials to participate is to vote. can directly shape the economic tone and reputation of our region.

We encourage you to vote in this November’s general election. Your Local, “off-year” elections typically vote counts.

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Porcupine Media

by Doria Maselli

As I rush into my meeting with Miguel Pineda, Director of Operations at Porcupine Media, I’m already running late and then smack into a construction detour. Miguel greets me warmly as I apologize, welcoming me into the space. Instead of four blank walls, these walls are decorated with colorful record album covers. There are no cubicles in sight, but a comfortable couch sits in the center of the main office and a drum set in the corner. I instantly relax and feel at ease, at home almost. And one thing is clear: This isn’t your typical 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. suit-wearing environment. Creativity lives here.

And in fact, the team at Porcupine has known each other for years, much of that in Olympia’s artist community - through acting, playing music and film production, the crew has been acquainted for some time through their creative endeavors. Porcupine Media creates commercial video and proprietary content. “Video production is the bread and butter of what we do,” says Pineda. I come from a background of working for non-profits, particularly leading workshops and trainings on volunteer engagement.

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audience, and that’s how Porcupine was born.” Other services they provide include event coverage, content consultation, livestreaming and podcast production.

Porcupine creates content for a variety of organizations in Thurston County and beyond. Clients like the South Sound YMCA have utilized their streamlined and creative approach for making promotional videos. They’ve worked with Interfaith Works on Lean In Olympia, a live stream show on Interfaith Work’s Facebook page every other Tuesday. “Live streaming is something

that a lot of our clients have started using that can be highly effective,” says Pineda.

“Organizations can start conversations about their mission or issues and topics that need to be addressed, and then the content can be recorded, allowing them to lead the conversation and engage others.”

The Olympia Furniture & Sleep Co. has gained national attention at industry trade shows with the creative advertising that Porcupine imagined and produced. “We live stream a lot of their content, and in one segment titled “Where is Eddie?” we

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This creative way of connecting transfers over to some of Porcupines other projects, including Night Quill Sessions. The Night Quill Sessions are a series of weekly livestreamed events every Thursday at 8:00 p.m. featuring musicians and comedians performing a set for a small studio audience. The program is available on Twitch.

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Business of Radio We speak with Mike Marohn, majority owner of 94.5 ROXY and former Thurston County Chamber board chair about his career in radio, trends and his predictions for its future.

by Natasha Ashenhurst According to market researcher IMARK, radio advertising represents one of the oldest forms of advertising globally and is relatively inexpensive compared to other channels. Despite the current attention toward online ads, radio holds a considerable share in the market. In addition, radio serves as an excellent publicity channel and is preferred by both large and small companies worldwide. They predict the radio advertising market to experience growth over the next five years stating, “One of the significant market trends is the increasing penetration of smartphones and internet facilities, which has led to a rise in online radio audiences.”

According to Insider Intelligence, an advertising data agency, “During the pandemic and ensuing lockdowns, fewer people commuted to work every day, and many local businesses cut their marketing budgets as they fought to stay open. These conditions have strained the radio advertising market, but they expect radio to partially rebound next year, rising 16.8% to $12.18 billion.”

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point of view, we spoke with Mike Marohn, the majority owner of 94.5 ROXY. He has spent many years both in and adjacent to the radio industry; including while working as a local financial consultant from which he is now retired.

Mike’s love of radio began when he was a high school student at North Thurston High School in Lacey, Washington. “A friend and I decided to put on dances and to advertise on the radio. We wrote and voiced the commercials. Later, when I was going to college someone told me I had a good voice for radio and I ended up volunteering as a DJ on campus radio. Later that resulted in getting a job doing the midnight to 6:00 A.M. slot and the morning news for a radio station in Atlanta, Georgia,” he said.

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“I’ve been on the ownership side of radio since the early 1990s,” he said. “When a frequency in the Olympia area became available, we developed 94.5 ROXY. It has evolved since then, going through a change in ownership in 2012 and in 2016 we acquired high definition stations 100.3 and 101.9.”

A Short History of the Business of Radio In the 1980s and 90s, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) limited the number of stations a company could own in a single market to just two.

Today, conglomerates can own up to five stations in a market. This change has led to several large corporations currently dominating the American radio business.

The way radio stations make money has also changed. In the 1980s, radio’s main competition was newspaper advertising.

In the 1990s, it was newspaper and cable.

In the 2010s, streaming audio and online advertising became viable competitors, but some radio stations evolved to diversify revenue streams through digital advertising, web streaming, video production and inter-media partnerships.

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“We are involved in the community. We know our audience and therefore can tailor messaging to help business attract customers. Social media can give the illusion of granularity, but they are really just taking a shotgun approach and hoping they hit something,” Mike said.

Future Trends He challenges anyone to name a topperforming brand that focuses on only one advertising channel. “We know it can be intimidating to market your business with all the options out there, but that is exactly what we can do for you and we’ve been in this business for a long time. We work with our clients to understand what they want to accomplish and achieve their goals, regardless of the medium.”

He believes that businesses need to serve existing customers and find new customers where customers are—which today means everywhere. Companies can’t afford to focus on one advertising medium; they must include digital, print and radio in their advertising mix.

“The demise of radio has been predicted for the last 40 or 50 years, but it survives because it is local and accessible,” said Mike, “As long as we’re able to serve this community and help businesses grow, we’ll remain relevant.”

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Voter’s Guide

This year, we're featuring ten races in our Voter's Guide. We asked the candidates to answer two questions: 1. In your opinion, what is the biggest barrier to economic prosperity in the region, and how should local government address this barrier?

2. If elected, what is your top economic development goal, and how will you involve the Thurston Chamber to achieve this goal?

We hope that their short answers give you a better idea about their relevant experience and what they see as the opportunities for regional economic growth. Please remember to vote and use this information to be a better-informed voter. You'll have a chance to meet a few of these candidates at the Thurston Chamber Meet the Candidates Forum on October 20. Learn more at thurstonchamber.com.

Tumwater Mayor

Debbie Sullivan

Pamela J. Hanson

Q1 In your opinion, what is the biggest barrier to economic prosperity in the region and how should local government address this barrier?

"Recovery from COVID-19 is the biggest barrier. Grants available through local governments can assist and as a current Tumwater Councilmember, I am involved in this process."

No submission as of deadline.

Q2 If elected, what is your top economic development goal and how will you involve the Thurston Chamber to achieve this goal?

"Tumwater currently does not have an Economic Development Director. As Mayor, I will make sure this position is filled and would interface with business groups such as the Chamber."

No submission as of deadline.

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Angela Jefferson Casey Taylor Q1 In your opinion, what is the biggest barrier to economic prosperity in the region and how should local government address this barrier?

"The biggest barrier is extremely low wages No submission as of deadline. for “hourly workers”. The cost of food, housing and childcare is up, but wages remain stagnant. Local government should look at supporting a livable wage."

Q2 If elected, what is your top economic development goal and how will you involve the Thurston Chamber to achieve this goal?

No submission as of deadline.

"My economic goal is to make Tumwater a destination that people “drive to, not drive through”. I would love to see a family friendly event center built. My chamber can help me further explore this idea and lobby other local organizations to make it happen."

Tumwater City Council Pos. 6

Alex Rossiter

Peter Agabi

Q1 In your opinion, what is the biggest barrier to economic prosperity in the region and how should local government address this barrier?

"High cost of doing business is the biggest barrier. State and local taxes and fees are very high. It's hard to afford to start a small business in WA."

"Affordable, sustainable, attainable housing.

Our community members can only live and thrive in Thurston if housing makes sense. We must incentivize diverse housing and make the building process more accessible."

Q2 If elected, what is your top economic development goal and how will you involve the Thurston Chamber to achieve this goal?

"I propose to offer free business licenses ($50 each) to Tumwater businesses. We can reserve the monies the City spends on the C.o.C and EDC to fund it."

"Creating additional housing will increase revenue for local businesses supplying and staffing these projects. I will work with the chamber to ensure local labor builds Thurston back better than before!"

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Robbi Kesler

Yen Huynh

Q1 In your opinion, what is the biggest barrier to economic prosperity in the region and how should local government address this barrier?

"My response to this question would depend on whether its focus is on an individual/family, a new business, an existing business, a business sector, or the area in general."

"The pandemic is the biggest barrier. Local government should increase: vaccination rates; resource accessibility; permitting process efficiency; and investments in workforce development, childcare, and the arts as economic drivers."

Q2 If elected, what is your top economic development goal and how will you involve the Thurston Chamber to achieve this goal?

"Specific to the City of Olympia, I would like to see an emphasis on attracting new businesses and retaining existing businesses. I would encourage input from Chamber members."

"My top economic development goal would be to invest in workforce development, childcare, and the arts as economic drivers. I would enjoy consulting regularly with the Thurston Chamber."

Clark Gilman

Candace Mercer

Q1 In your opinion, what is the biggest barrier to economic prosperity in the region and how should local government address this barrier?

"Gig employment, stagnant wages, and speculators buying houses hold today’s young adults back from economic prosperity. Home ownership incentives and livable wages could each help create equitable resilient regional prosperity."

"77% of Olympians don't feel safe downtown at night. We cannot prosper without security of person and property. Only then will business be able to thrive again."

Q2 If elected, what is your top economic development goal and how will you involve the Thurston Chamber to achieve this goal?

"My top economic development goal is to support the Thurston Strong COVID-19 recovery effort, this recovery work will push us to new insights and possibilities.

Together, we’ve got this!"

"Housing for all income levels. I'll listen to Chamber input with an open mind. When it comes to decisions involving the business community. I am not a socialist."

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Robbi Kesler Yen Huynh

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Clark Gilman Candace Mercer

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Lisa Parshley

Talauna Reed

"Covid-related workforce shortages and supply chain issues are an immediate and dire threat. The city must work with community stakeholders to ensure we target relief efforts where they're most effective."

"In the City of Olympia, the biggest barrier to economic prosperity is skyrocketing rental costs. Olympia City Council must make building affordable and low income housing its number one priority."

"I want to help foster a more robust support network for local small manufacturers. Critical partners in this work include the Chamber, EDC, SPSCC, the Port, and Enterprise for Equity."

"Partnering with the Chamber to create a Workforce Equity Strategic Plan that ensures BIPOC workers, vendors and developers are afforded more opportunities, higher wages and leadership positions throughout Olympia."

Corey Gauny

Dontae Payne

"Affordable housing is an essential part of a healthy economic ecosystem. Local governments need to address the barriers that increase costs and limit supply of housing for all markets."

"The lack of a diverse supply of affordable housing. When city residents’ basic needs aren’t met, it is difficult for them to participate in our local economy in other ways."

"Thurston County, where small businesses Start, Grow and Thrive. In partnership with the Thurston Chamber, I want to ensure we utilize COVID relief funds to stabilize our local small businesses."

"Other than addressing housing needs via the Housing Action Plan, boosting tourism in the city is critical for our economy. I’ll consult the Thurston Chamber regularly to generate proposals."

Candidates

Lisa Parshley Talauna Reed

Q1 In your opinion, what is the biggest barrier to economic prosperity in the region and how should local government address this barrier?

Q2 If elected, what is your top economic development goal and how will you involve the Thurston Chamber to achieve this goal?

Olympia City Council Pos. 6

Candidates

Corey Gauny Dontae Payne

Q1 In your opinion, what is the biggest barrier to economic prosperity in the region and how should local government address this barrier?

Q2 If elected, what is your top economic development goal and how will you involve the Thurston Chamber to achieve this goal?

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"Shortage of living wage jobs, especially for women and people of color. Government should lead in economic development; and work to increase wages or reduce family’s costs for housing/ childcare."

"The health of small businesses during COVID and the absolute dearth of affordable housing. We need a more dedicated, committed, and financed plan for increasing public safety so that we're more inviting."

"Equity in opportunity, BEFORE COVID we had 10,000+ households struggling.

Families must have financial stability for our economy to prosper. I am glad to have the Chamber at the table."

"Increase tourism dollars plus encourage outside businesses to locate here. The Chamber should have strong input on how we improve public safety and increase affordable housing for visitors/new residents."

Port Commissioner District No. 2 Candidates

Jessie W. Simmons

Bob Iyall

Q1 In your opinion, what is the biggest barrier to economic prosperity in the region and how should local government address this barrier?

"The biggest barrier to economic prosperity in the region, and the greater country, is rigid partisanship.

We must find ways to meet in the middle and accomplish our goals."

"Attracting and retaining small businesses.

A strong, sustainable economy is built on small business and without them, “leakage” occurs. Dollars earned in Thurston County should be spent here 5-7 times."

"I hope that the Chamber will work with me to create opportunities for small business and good paying jobs at the Port.

We accomplish this through innovation, diversification, and entrepreneurship."

"Provide opportunities for local small business to grow. Encouraging use of Thurston Chamber’s business advocacy and training and development tools will be a great resource for new and established business."

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Port Commissioner District No. 3 Candidates

Amy Evans

Joel Hansen

Q1 In your opinion, what is the biggest barrier to economic prosperity in the region and how should local government address this barrier?

"Us v. them thinking that has created well-intended policies with unforeseen consequences. Local government must identify policies making community goals, such as affordable housing, less attainable, and change those policies."

"The ongoing pandemic is the most immediate barrier to prosperity. As we build back, we need to focus on creating family wage jobs in the clean, green industries of tomorrow."

"Leasing Port real estate, currently underutilized, to generate revenue, create jobs, facilitate environmental stewardship, and do public good. The Chamber’s participation will ensure broad-based community support and long-term viability."

"With all our regional partners, I will pursue every opportunity to incentivize and grow forward thinking companies that work to solve the biggest issues of our time, including climate mitigation."

Amy Evans Joel Hansen

Q2 If elected, what is your top economic development goal and how will you involve the Thurston Chamber to achieve this goal?

Meet the Candidates!

Candidate Reception at Chamber's Forum

When: Candidates Reception & Meet the Candidates Forum is Wednesday, Oct. 20 In addition, a large contingent of at 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. candidates running for public office in Where: The Olympia Hotel at Capitol Lake Thurston County will be at Forum and the What: Forum includes lunch, and the Candidates Reception to meet and mingle cost is $35 for general admission, $25 for with community and business leaders. prepaid Chamber members and $30 for This event will feature the Port of Olympia members at the door.

Commissioner, District No. 2 candidates are Candidates in all races are encouraged Jessie W. Simmons and Bob Iyall and Port to arrive early and stay late for as much Visit ThurstonChamber.com to make your Commissioner, District No. 3 candidates are one-on-one conversation with Chamber reservation today.

Amy Evans and Joel Hansen. The Port of members as possible.

Olympia Commissioner race is a pivotal race Please note, we follow Washington State with regional significance.

Thank you to our Forum sponsors, Department of Health and Thurston County Hometown Property Management, Public Health and Social Services guidance Doug Mah, Director of Thurston TVW and Medicine Creek Enterprise at our events. Please wear your mask unless Chamber’s Public Policy team, will Corporation. you are eating or drinking. Thank you.

Join the Thurston County Chamber Wednesday, October 20 at 11:30 a.m. at The Olympia Hotel at Capitol Lake for a Candidates Reception & Meet the Candidates Forum. Don't miss this celebration of politics, policy and people!

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Nominate Your Boss Today!

Nominations will be accepted through Friday, October 22, 2021.

The Chamber and Express will present the eleventh annual Boss of the Year designation at the Chamber’s December Forum on December 8, 2021, at the Olympia Hotel by Capitol Lake.

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Keep up with the latest Chamber happenings – Ribbon Cuttings and our Thankful in Thurston campaign. Find more at the Thurston Chamber's Facebook page: facebook.com/ThurstonCountyChamber

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The Thurston County Chamber sends a BIG THANK YOU to ALL of our investors. With members like you, we are able to provide a sustainable business community in Thurston County as well as foster growth and positive change. Only through your support can we continue to fund important community initiatives and lead the way for business.

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