February '25 Digital Mailer by wenatcheevalleychamber

february 2025 BUSINESS

Leadership Collaboration Advocacy

AMBASSADORS AMBUSH AT CAFE COLUMBIA

2025 Board of Directors

PRESIDENT

Dorry Foster

Wenatchee Valley YMCA

SECRETARY/TREASURER

Aaron Wilbur

Larson Gross

PAST PRESIDENT

Jeff Rounds

DIRECTORS

Ruben Betancourt

Creative Business Solutions

Rochelle Bohm

CMI Orchards

Mayra Garcia

Evergreen Luxury Events

Mina Gomez

Edward Jones

Kathy Handley-Nosek Union Hill Cider

Kristen Hankins Confluence Health

Addy Hernandez

Windermere Real Estate

Bryce MacKay

Bromiley MacKay Williams Law

Tyler MacKay Waste Management

Brett McDonald Dragonfly Team and Leadership Development

Dan Pappas

P2X

Brett Peterson

DA Davidson

Simon Poole

Goodfellow Bros.

Jay Smith

Express Employment Professionals

Theresa L. Terry

Peoples Bank

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Steve Wilkinson

mission

The Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce champions our community’s quality of life and economic vitality through collaborative leadership and sound business advocacy.

About the Chamber

The Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization that serves to represent and promote the interests of the businesses in our community. We engage with community partners and offer programs to strengthen the business climate in the valley. The Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce also serves the community by promoting our area as a destination for business, sports, and leisure travel including tournaments, competitions, trade shows, corporate meetings, and conventions to maximize additional overnight visitors, visitor expenditures, state and local tax revenues, and job opportunities.

Vision Statement

The Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce is the leader in creating a more vibrant and prosperous business climate in our region. We unify our community around objectives that will strengthen and grow our local economy, build business diversity and improve our quality of life.

Be sure to take advantage of your

Some of these benefits include:

Networking Groups

Cultivate your business through leads and referrals, build a support network and gain more knowledge of other industry sectors. Join today!

Mailer

Advertise your business or special event with a flyer in our monthly mailer that goes out to all 650+ members.

Banner Ads

Feature your business on our newlyupdated website.

1 MILLION CUPS

137 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee

Wednesday, February 5th 8:00am-9:00am

Join us in person at the Wenatchee Valley Chambercoffee's on us! On the first Wednesday of every month, we hear from two entrepreneurs and find out how we, as a community, can support them, empower them, and connect them to resources so they can grow their business. Our presenters this month will be John from Wheatland Self Storage LLC and hearing a recap of the journey of The Bloom Flowery. Coffee Donated by Steamers West for all to enjoy.

FIRST FRIDAY DOWNTOWN

Visit Wenatchee Tasting Room

Friday, January 3rd 5:00pm-7:00pm

We’re excited to feature Mystic North, an indigenously owned jewelry artist based in NCW Her stunning hand-crafted designs are inspired by the beauty of nature and are the perfect way to support local artistry. While you browse, enjoy the incredible wines of Bianchi Winery, known for their hand-crafted creations made from nature’s finest grapes. Each sip bursts with delicious flavors and aromas, celebrating the love of life and a passion for fun.

Let's celebrate local talent and fine wine together. Cheers!

HOUSING OUR VALLEY

3 N Worthen St, Wenatchee

Thursday, February 6th 10:00am-3:00pm

Join Our Valley Our Future and the Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce on Feb. 6 for a fascinating housing summit that will explore how “middle housing” can fit into existing neighborhoods and fill a large need in the region To register and for more info: https://ovofhousing.eventbrite.com/.

CONEXION- Edward Jones, Mina Gomez

111 S Mission St, Wenatchee

Thursday, January 13th 6:00pm-7:30pm

Join us for CONEXIÓN, an event designed to strengthen relationships within our community and address your business needs. Connect with fellow Hispanic business owners and community leaders while gaining valuable insights to support your growth and success. In February, we’re thrilled to be hosted by Edward Jones - Financial Advisor Mina Gomez. Come enjoy an afternoon of networking and explore how thoughtful financial planning can support your goals and strengthen your business. Don't miss this opportunity to connect and grow together.

PEDALS & PROFESSIONALS

201b S Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee

Thursday, February 18th 6:00pm-7:00pm

Get ready to sweat, dance, and party with us at Sweat Equity Cycle Studio! Join our young professionals group for an exhilarating 45-minute spin session full of high-energy music, good vibes, and color-changing lights. First-time riders enjoy a FREE class and shoe rental! Bring water, show up at least 15 minutes early to get set up, and prepare for an unforgettable workout with amazing people. RSVP as space is limited.

STATE OF THE CITIES

301 Yakima St, Wenatchee

Thursday, February 20th

5:00pm-7:00pm

PROGRAM

SPONSOR

WINE CHARM CRAFT NIGHT

Visit Wenatchee Tasting Room

Thursday, February 13th 5:00pm-7:00pm

Experience an enchanting evening of Wine & Chocolate Pairing at our tasting room on Thursday, February 13th, from 5-7 pm! Delight in a curated flight of 4 exquisite wines, each thoughtfully paired with decadent chocolates from Curate, a new chocolate store in downtown Wenatchee. Tickets at Numericapac.org

PINNACLES PREP CHARTER SCHOOL

504 S Chelan Ave, Wenatchee

Thursday, February 27th

5:00pm-7:00pm

Join us for a morning of coffee, conversation, and community at the Wenatchee City Hall, City Council Chambers. This year’s State of the Cities event features an engaging dialogue with Wenatchee Mayor Mike Poirier and East Wenatchee Mayor Jerrilea Crawford. Discover key updates, initiatives, and visions shaping our cities, straight from the leaders themselves. Space is limited, so please RSVP to secure your spot at this informative and interactive event

Join us for Business After Hours, the Wenatchee Valley Chamber’s premier monthly networking event! Take a guided tour of the newly renovated Community Center, showcasing a $1.5 million remodel made possible by local legislative advocacy in Olympia, and meet members of the Earlyact and Interact clubs to learn about their inspiring projects.

We are actively watching and participating with our state legislature on behalf of all of our membership. It is our effort to protect our members from legislation that would adversely effect their businesses through our partnerships and the work of our contract lobbyist.

We look forward to advocating for the Wenatchee Valley.

NEW MEMBERS!

Apex Quality Roofing, LLC

Find us on social media (509)630-3445

Nuclear Property Care Co. Nuclearnw.com (509)669-0069

Jan’s Nans Jansnons.com (509)433-0299

Farias Lawn Care

Email or Call us (509)745-6372

Farias Lawn Care

Email or Call us (509)745-6372

Wenatchee Rental Cars WenatcheeRentalCars.com (509)888-2397

Zulu Bravo Creative Zulubravocreative.com (844)985-8967

Ridge 2 River Ridge2river.org (206)612-0283

Wenatchee FC Youth Wfcyough net (509)885-524

HITT Contracting Hitt.com (206)450-9958

Communities In Schools of North Central Washington cisncw ciswa org (509)888-4009

Wenatchee Euro- European Auto Sales WenatcheeEuro.com (509)888-7697

Erik’s European and Asian Auto Repair Erikseuro.com (509)888-7696

Pure Maintenance of Central Washington puremaintenancecw.com (509)630-0339

Central Washington Heating and Air Centralwashingtonheating.com (509)663-3557

InPrint Print/Ridgeline Graphics inprintprinting com (509)884-1454

The Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce is proud to offer Business Health Trust (BHT) to our members.

As an Association Health Plan, BHT helps businesses join together as a group to purchase insurance. Choose from a wide variety of high-quality, affordable employee benefits and small business resources:

Health Insurance

We offer a range of high quality, affordable medical plans that include prescription, virtual care and a 24-hour nurse line.

Ancillary Insurance

A range of additional insurance products are available for purchase with your medical plan.

• Vision

• Dental

• Life

• AD&D

• Long Term Disability

• Accident Protection

Retirement Solutions

We’ve partnered with Newfront — a leading insurance and financial services company — to offer EVOLVE 401(k) to our members.