February '25 Digital Mailer

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Leadership Advocacy

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

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

About the Chamber

Edward Jones

Kathy Handley-Nosek

Brett Peterson

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.

Simon Poole

Vision Statement

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

DA Davidson

Goodfellow Bros.

Jay Smith

Express Employment Professionals

Theresa L. Terry Peoples Bank

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Steve Wilkinson

Wenatchee.org

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 Chamber member benefits!

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.

(509) 662-2116

Chelsea Ewer, We want to hear from you! Contact us at the Chamber to make a strategy for best-utilizing your membership benefits.

Director of Chamber Operations

chelsea@wenatchee.org

1 MILLION CUPS 137 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee Wednesday, February 5th 8:00am-9:00am

Join us in person at the Wenatchee Valley Chamber coffee'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

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.

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 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.

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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

Business Insurance

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

For venture-backed technology companies, we now offer Newfront Total Solution—Property & Casualty insurance.

Ancillary Insurance

HR Tools & Employee Wellness

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

• Archbright HR Membership & Resources • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) • And more

• Vision • Dental • Life

• AD&D • Long Term Disability • Accident Protection

Retirement Solutions

Additional Small Business Savings

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

• Passport Corporate Membership • Savings on ORCA cards • Discounts of office supplies, technology, and more.

Request a Quote

Please contact your insurance producer or broker. Don’t have a broker? No problem. Contact us at (425) 201-1972 or info@businesshealthtrust.com.

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