March Digital Mailer

MARCH 2025

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

ANNUAL CHAMBER BANQUET Wenatchee Convention Center Wednesday, March 5th 5:00pm-9:00pm Get ready for the Networking Event of the Year! The Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet, themed "Shaping Tomorrow, Together!" presented by Chelan County PUD, is an evening of celebration, connection, and recognition. Join 600 guests as we honor outstanding businesses and nonprofits, enjoy a Showcase auction, a no-host bar, a photo booth, and more. Don’t miss the excitement of the Best Decorated Table competition, where sponsors showcase their creativity. As the Chamber’s only fundraising event of the year, this is a night to celebrate our incredible community partnerships. We hope to see you there!

FIRST FRIDAY DOWNTOWN Visit Wenatchee Tasting Room Friday, March 7th 5:00pm-7:00pm Indulge in exquisite Vin du Lac wines, crafted with a passion for producing ultra-premium wines.

Since 2002, they’ve been dedicated to smallscale, high-quality winemaking, continually refining their process with modern techniques while staying true to their artisanal roots.

As you sip, experience the artistry of Andrew Campbell, a skilled cabinet maker and 3D sculpture artist. Using a lathe, Andrew transforms wood into breathtaking functional and decorative pieces, often enhancing their natural beauty through carving and burning.

Don’t miss this unique pairing of fine wine and fine art!

RAILS & ALES Orondo & Wenatchee Ave Saturday, March 8th 12:00pm-10:00pm Centennial Park transforms into a winter playground from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., featuring Family Snow Play Experiences, the chance to try skiing and snowboarding with Mission Ridge, and snowshoeing with Wenatchee River Institute.

Attendees 21+ can enjoy craft brews from local breweries, while food trucks and live music keep the energy high throughout the day. The epic rail jam competition, the largest in the U.S., takes over Orondo Ave. at 4:30 p.m., with cash prizes up to $1,000 and an awards presentation at 8 p.m. This year’s zero-waste initiative, in partnership with Sustainable NCW and Wenatchee Valley Rotary, ensures eco-friendly practices through compostable supplies and waste-sorting stations!

CONEXION- Nammy Protein Bar 820 S Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee Thursday, March 13th 6:00pm-7:30pm

Join us for CONEXIÓN on Thursday, March 13, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at Ñammy Protein Bar, where we’ll have the opportunity to explore this vibrant business, discover their delicious menu, and learn about their impact on the community.

This event is designed to strengthen relationships within our local business network while addressing the needs of Hispanic entrepreneurs. Whether you’re looking to gain valuable business insights, connect with fellow business owners, or engage with community leaders, CONEXIÓN provides a welcoming space to grow together. We look forward to seeing you there!

MEMBERSHIP ORIENTATION Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce 137 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee Wednesday, March 19th 12:00pm-1:00pm

Are you a new member of the Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce? Or perhaps you’ve been a member for a while but want to make sure you’re taking full advantage of your benefits? Join us for our Membership Orientation, where you’ll learn how to maximize your Chamber membership and grow your business!

What to expect: This is a great opportunity to connect, ask questions, and discover new ways to engage with the local business community. Whether you're a new member or a longtime supporter, we’re here to help you make the most of your membership.

RSVP today and start making the most of your Chamber experience!

HOST WENATCHEE 10 S Columbia St, Wenatchee Thursday, March 27th 5:00pm-7:00pm Join Us at Host Wenatchee for “Party After Hours”! Host Wenatchee is a premier local venue, perfect for any event—whether it’s a work meeting, celebration, or community gathering. We’re excited to invite you to an evening of drinks, appetizers, and networking as we unveil the rebrand of Host Wenatchee! Plus, hear about our upcoming community events, comedy nights, and so much more.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, enjoy great company, and experience the exciting new chapter of Host Wenatchee!

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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NEW MEMBERS! Lucy’s Salon Find us on social media (509)264-0991

NCW Event Rentals Ncweventrentals.com (509)433-5350

Knutson General Contracting LLC Knutsongc.com (509)398-7312

HITT Contracting Hitt.com (206)450-9958

SRJ Collaborative, LLC Srjcollaborative.com (509)669-7120

OnPoint Building and Facility Solutions Onpointbfs.com (509)398-4134

Self-Help Credit Union Self-helpfcu.org (509)515-2278

Baby Shower The Movie LLC Babyshowerthemovie.com (509)204-7951

North Central Washington Equity Alliance Ncwea.org (509)670-3023

PastPower Automotive Wenatcheecarguys.com (509)492-3888

JRCC (Just Right Cleaning & Construction Fleetdamagereestoration.com/jrcc/service (509)794-9080

AgHawk Dynamics, Inc Aghawkdynamics.com (509)449-8989

MY GIRLFRIEND’S

CLOSET Friday - Sunday

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by Gateway Cinema Thursday, March 13 Inside the Closet Pre-Sale Event

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Inside the Closet Preview Sale : $40 Thursday, March 13 | 5:00pm - 8:00 pm Featuring Silent Auction Friday | February 21 | Tickets on Sale

Public Sale Dates - no tickets required Friday | March 14 | 10am - 7pm Saturday | March 15 | 10am - 7pm Sunday | March 16 | 10am - 3pm

DONATIONS NEEDED & accepted through March 7

WOMEN’S NEW & GENTLY USED CLOTHING Sportswear ∙ Business Attire ∙ Premium Denim Fashion Tops ∙ Vintage Clothes Shoes ∙ Handbags ∙ Jewelry

3 DONATION DROP-OFF LOCATIONS Heidi Huddle Allstate Insurance Town Toyota Standard Paint & Flooring

Also collecting Prom Dresses for Prom Dress Giveaway - March 22 & 23, 2025

This event was made possible by

Hit the Road for Justice!

Join us for the Justice Gala on April 19, 2025, at the Wenatchee Valley Convention Center! This annual celebration brings together supporters, advocates, and community leaders for an evening of inspiration, impact, and fun—all in support of ensuring equal access to legal aid. Enjoy a lively night, with happy hour and dinner, exciting auction items, and powerful stories that highlight the difference legal help makes in people's lives.

Why It Matters For many in our community, civil legal aid is the key to staying housed, keeping families together, and securing a brighter future. Every dollar raised helps provide free legal assistance to those who need it most.

a Permanent Home for Justice The 900 Ferry Street legal aid hub is almost ready! With doors set to open in May, there's still time to leave a legacy by supporting this permanent home for legal aid. This space will not only provide critical legal services but also serve as a gathering place for community partners to collaborate for a stronger future. Join us in making it a reality! Learn more at CDCVAS.org.

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FREE Drive -Thru

SHRED EVENT

Cordell, Neher & Company, PLLC invites you to a free on-site document shredding day to securely dispose of unwanted documents with personal information.

SATURDAY, 9 am - 12 pm APRIL 12, 2025 Bring documents that contain your personally identifiable information - such as bank statements, tax returns, bills, receipts, credit card applications and outdated medical records - to be safely shredded.

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Copy Paper Envelopes Paper Clips Staples Acco Fasteners Hanging Folders Binder Clips Rubber Bands Window Envelopes Manila Folders Metal Spiral Binding

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Magazines Phone Books Plastic Spiral Bindings Cardboard Envelopes Plastic Bags Newspapers X-rays Actual photographs Anything covered in plastic Transparencies All 3-Ring Binders

Each household is allowed a maximum of two standard paper boxes filled with documents.

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