Leadership Collaboration Advocacy
JULY 2023 start a business workshop
mullen family chiropractic Ribbon Cutting
mission
The Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce champions our community’s quality of life and economic vitality through collaborative leadership and sound business advocacy.
2023 Board of Directors
PRESIDENT
Glenn Adams
Confluence Health
VICE PRESIDENT
Elvis Garcia
The Yogi Grind
SECRETARY/TREASURER
Geo Bailey
Goetz, Bailey & Yale
PAST PRESIDENT
Cheri Dudek-Kuhn
Coaching DIRECTORS
Dorry Foster
Wenatchee Valley YMCA
Mina Gomez
Edward Jones
Kathy Handley-Nosek, Union Hill Cider
George Harter
CMI Orchards
Bryce MacKay
Bromiley MacKay Williams Law
Nalini Paton
Arlberg Sports
Simon Poole Goodfellow Bros.
Je Rounds
Libke Insurance Associates, Inc.
Jay Smith
Express Employment Professionals
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Steve Wilkinson
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 o er 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.
We want to hear from you! Contact us at the Chamber to make a strategy for best-utilizing your membership benefits.
Chelsea Ewer, Director of Chamber Operations
Wenatchee.org (509) 662-2116
chelsea@wenatchee.org
Chamber member benefits!
1 MILLION CUPS
Wednesday, July 5th 8:00am-9:00am
137 N Wenatchee Ave Ste 101, Wenatchee
Join us in person at the Wenatchee Valley Chamber. Our July presenters will be Inner Grove Tea Company and another food and beverage shop that will greatly appreciate your support. 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. We will see you at the Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce at 8AM, coffee is donated by Steamer’s West!
GLAZE BAKERY
Friday July 21st, 12:00pm-1:00pm
595 Grant Rd, East Wenatchee
Come celebrate the new owners of Glaze Bakery at their Ribbon Cutting ceremony. Join the community on July 21st at Noon at 595 Grant Rd in East Wenatchee. Experience the magic as the ribbon is cut, marking the start of a new era for baked goods in the Wenatchee Valley. Indulge in exquisite pastries, cakes, and sandwiches made with the finest ingredients. Fellow pastry lovers won't want to miss this!
NUMERICA PAC ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
Wednesday, July 12th 4:00pm-5:00pm
10 First St #114, Wenatchee
Our administrative space has relocated to the Exchange Building! Come see and celebrate our expanded office space, where we are more accessible to you - so we can continue to develop an exceptional center for the arts that inspires, empowers, and educates together. Join us at our new spot then head over to the Taproom in Pybus for "Do Good, Drink Beer" benefiting the Performing Arts Center for every pint purchased
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP 2023-2024
We are gearing up for our next class of community leaders! This 9 month program has proved itself influential to help individuals learn about the industries that create the Wenatchee Valley. If you are interested in joining our next class reach out to Chelsea@wenatchee.org or find the application on our website wenatchee.org/community-leadership/
JULY
GARDEN TERRACE
Thursday, July 27th 5:00pm-7:00pm
500 N Emerson Ave, Wenatchee
Join us for our FREE monthly networking event being hosted at Garden Terrace. Garden Terrace is a wonderful and unique non-profit serving the wonderful individuals in our aging population. Their mission may be simple but very impactful, just take it from their words “To provide financially vulnerable seniors a safe and secure community where they can thrive.” After over 50 years of service to our seniors, we look forward to 50 more. Come meet and experience what this community is offering our valley Register online at www wenatchee org
NEW MEMBERS
Kerr Financial Group LLC
Nessfinancialgroup com
(425) 478-6978
Smart Nutrition
Find us on Facebook
(509) 470-7677
The Rest RN- Doiron Coaching LLC
Therestrn com
(406) 437-1733
Schooley Mitchell or Richland- Youngman
Schooleymitchell com/office/tyoungman
(509) 596-1173
Attorney Wenatchee
Attorneywenatchee com
(509) 289-2354
Nominations are Open
Nominations are now open for visionary leaders from diverse backgrounds and experiences who will guide us towards a prosperous future for the Chamber of Commerce and the Wenatchee Valley. Nominate yourself or someone deserving and be part of the change that drives innovation, promotes collaboration, and creates opportunities for all.
Go to Wenatchee.org/board-of-directors/ to submit your nomination.
JULY
Back-to-School Health Fair
Clothes for the Classroom Sponsored by:
Hosted by:
CVCH Backpacks Sponsored by:
On Saturday, August 12th, Serve Wenatchee will have our annual Clothes for the Classroom event together with Columbia Valley Community Health, who will deliver backpacks filled with grade appropriate school supplies, hosted by Saddlerock EPC. The goal is to provide 1,000 children with new clothes, including jeans, shirts, shoes and socks.
Families and their children in our community need your help this year! Will you commit to helping provide Clothes for the Classroom...For a gift of $35.00 we are able to provide a complete outfit for each child. To donate online to Serve Wenatchee Valley or to volunteer for this event, please visit www.servewenatchee.org or scan the UPC Code.
SCAN ME
SCAN ME TO VOLUNTEER TO DONATE
All registered students K-12 will receive back-packs and supplies.
Registered Students K-8 will receive new socks, shoes, jeans, and two shirts. Any excess funds will be used to support the overall outreach efforts of Serve Wenatchee Valley.
And businesses, churches and individuals in our community !
Back-to-School Health Fair
Ropa para Clase Patrocinado Por:
Alojado por:
CVCH Mochilas Patrocinado Por:
Y negocios, iglesias e individuos en nuestra comunidad igual que tú!
El sábado 12 de agosto,, Serve Wenatchee tendremos nuestro evento anual Ropa para el Aula junto con Columbia Valley Community Health, quien entregará mochilas llenas de grado útiles escolares apropiados, alojado por Saddlerock EPC. El objetivo es proporcionar a 1,000 niños con ropa nueva, incluyendo patalones, camisas, zapatos y calcetines.
¡Las familias y sus hijos en nuestra comunidad necesitan su ayuda este año! ¿Se comprometerá a ayudar a proporcionar ropa para el salón de clases? Por un regalo de $35.00 podemos proporcionar un conjunto completo para cada niño. Para donar en línea para Serve Wenatchee Valley o para ser voluntario en este evento, visite www.servewenatchee.org o escanee el código UPC.
ESCANÉAME
ESCANÉAME
SER VOLUNTARIO PARA DONAR
Todos registrados todos los estudiantes de K-12 recibirán mochilas y útiles. Registrado Los estudiantes de K-8 también recibirán calcetines, zapatos, pantalones y una camisa nueva.
Cualquier exceso de fondos se utilizará para apoyar nuestros esfuerzos generales de divulgación de Serve Wenatchee Valley.
broad knowledge of the Wenatchee Valley and key issues facing the region as they hear from community leaders and tour local facilities. Participants become a strong network of informed and motivated citizen leaders who guide the future growth of the Wenatchee Valley.
Whether you have lived in the area for a short time or decades, CLWV will open your eyes to new challenges and opportunities and the role you can play in shaping the future of the region
TOPICS COVERED:
• Economic Development
• Hydropower
• Agriculture
• Healthcare
• Education
• Public Safety
• Social & Health Services
• Outdoor Recreation and Tourism
• Local Government
• State Government/Trip to Olympia
APPLICATION & TUITION:
Class size is limited so applicants are encouraged to apply early. Tuition is $875 for Chamber members and $950 for nonmembers. One $400 scholarship is available (see application).
DATES:
There are 9 sessions beginning in September. Classes are typically held from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm on one Friday per month, dates to come. Locations vary each month between Chelan and Douglas County facilities.
GRADUATION:
Successful completion of the program ends with a celebration bike ride on the Apple Capital Loop Trail and BBQ in June. Graduates are then invited to become members of the CLWV Alumni Group.
CONTACT: Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce, 137 N. Wenatchee Ave., Wenatchee, WA 98801 (509) 662-2116 chelsea@wenatchee.org
HOME GAME AWAY GAME Playoff Game
TUE: $2 OFF TICKETS, COORS LIGHT, HOT DOGS, AND HAMBURGERS
WED: ATTEND THE WEDNESDAY GAME FOR A CHANCE TO WIN PRIZES
THURS: $1 OFF SELECT BEVERAGES AND $3 GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS
EDM 7:05 EDM 1:05 DUB 7:05 PAL 6:35 PAL 6:35 PAL 6:35 KAM 6:35 KAM 6:35 KAM 1:05 NAN 6:35 NAN 6:35 NAN 6:35 VIC 6:35 VIC 6:35 VIC 1:05 BEN 6:35 BEN 6:35 BEN 6:35 NAN 6:35 NAN 6:35 NAN 1:05 BEL 6:35 BEL 6:35 BEL 6:35 EDM 6:35 EDM 1:05 EDM 6:35 BEL 6:35 BEL 6:35 BEL 6:35 KEL 6:35 KEL 6:35 KEL 6:05 DIV TBD DIV TBD DIV TBD Champ TBD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 5 4 3 2 6 Champ TBD 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 $2 $2
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