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July 28, 2025

Join us on August 7th at The INN at Gig Harbor for our next Membership Luncheon featuring special guest Amy Grice from Peninsula Light Company! Enjoy great food, connect with fellow members, and hear from Amy as she shares insights on the exciting things happening at PenLight and in our community. Don't miss this opportunity to network, learn, and grow with your local business community. We hope to see you there!

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Please join us in welcoming Tide Runner Consulting Co. to the Chamber! Tide Runner Consulting provides expert business consulting services, coaching business owners to make smart decisions and achieve long-term success. With a focus on clarity, collaboration, and long-term impact, Tide Runner Consulting partners with organizations to strengthen operations, streamline strategy, and build capacity—so they can do their best work in the communities they serve.

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News & Opportunities

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Join us for a meaningful midday event supporting local students and helping empower the next generation of leaders, dreamers, and doers.

This fundraiser helps bring financial literacy programs—like the incredible JA BizTown—to PSD. If you’re not familiar, BizTown is a hands-on, simulated town where 4th–6th graders become everything from business owners to bank tellers to mayor-for-a-day. It’s an unforgettable experience that teaches financial literacy, leadership, and teamwork.

Here’s how you can help:

Purchase a table for $400 to show your support
Connect with 1,000+ Peninsula School District staff at their annual pep rally
Bring a raffle basket to showcase your business
All proceeds support PSD financial literacy programs

Let’s come together to invest in the future of our youth—and inspire success beyond the classroom.

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🎙️ Upcoming Public Affairs Forum Speakers – Join Us! 🎙️

The Gig Harbor Chamber’s Public Affairs Forum continues to bring timely, relevant discussions to our community. Held every Thursday from 7:30–8:30 AM at Harbor Place at Cottesmore (1016 29th St NW, Gig Harbor), these forums are free to attend and open to all.

Here’s a look at our upcoming speaker lineup:

July 31 | Al Johnson, Team PSI - Private Investigator

Aug. 7 | Tourism in Gig Harbor - Miriam Battson & Rosalyn Rochac-Finnegan

Aug. 21 | Gary Parker - "The Big Beautiful Bill" Analysis

Aug. 28 | Jenny Wellman and Vine Dice - Gig Harbor Now

Tacoma Minimum Wage & Restrictive Workplace Mandates - An Urgent Message from the Washington Retail Association

Thank you to the many business owners and workers who stood up and spoke out against Measure 2 at the Tacoma City Council Community Forum on July 22.

Your powerful testimonies were heard—Council members and their staff took notice and are now asking for more input.

Now is the critical time to act. Contact the Tacoma City Council today and urge them to offer a more balanced, workable alternative—one that supports both workers and local businesses. Measure 2, with its extreme wage mandates and restrictive workplace rules, would have far-reaching consequences for our local economy. Your voice matters. Take action now and help shape Tacoma’s future.

→ Email the Council

→ Or call: (253) 591-5100

The Washington State Department of Commerce just launched the Revenue-Based Financing Fund loan program for small business. This program is an alternative to a traditional bank loan, with repayments that are customized to a business’s needs and tailored to the business’s net income. It’s especially helpful for seasonal businesses, such as event venues, florists, caterers and tourism-focused enterprise. To discuss these options and decide if the Revenue-Based Financing Fund is an appropriate avenue for your business, contact KitsapKitsapSBDC@wwu.edu.

L&I's Consultation Program offers confidential, no-fee, professional advice and assistance to Washington businesses. These services can help you find and fix hazards in your workplace and strengthen your safety program.

Peninsula School District Invites Industry Partners to Join SchooLinks!

Peninsula School District has transitioned from YouScience to SchooLinks to enhance college and career readiness for students—and they’re inviting local businesses and professionals to get involved!

As an industry partner on SchooLinks, you can:

✔️ Connect with schools and schedule events

✔️ Post internships and scholarships

✔️ Share short, selfie-style videos to answer student questions

✔️ Get a first look at emerging student talent

Getting started is quick and easy. Click the link to join the district’s growing network of career-connected learning partners!

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Lock It In Sales Event: Save Now, Shine Later!

The 2026 Gig Harbor Visitor & Relocation Guide is coming — and now’s your chance to lock in your ad at 2025 rates! We're launching a limited-time special for businesses ready to grow their visibility in our most widely distributed publication of the year!

July 21–August 1 ONLY

Reach new residents and customers
Be seen in both print & digital formats
Align your brand with the trusted Chamber voice
Lock in your ad before prices increase August 2!

Don’t miss out — ad space is limited!

Reserve your spot now by reaching out to Janet at jsteiner@gigharborchamber.com

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If you are interested in getting more info about becoming a sponsor contact Janet Steiner (408) 375-8185 or email her at jsteiner@gigharborchamber.com.

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