April 28 , 2021
Catalyst...Convener...Champion
BUSINESS BEAT eNEWS
Dear Chamber Partners,

We want to better serve you as a member of our business community. To do this we need your input about how things are going.
 
As we move towards reopening and increasing capacity, your chamber needs to know your needs. Please take a moment to complete the Business Walk survey linked below. Survey results will be shared with our community on May 5, 2021.

It takes most respondents approximately ten minutes to fill the survey out completely. Only cumulative data will be shared.

We are requesting responses by April 30, 2021. The results of this survey will be shared on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 during our virtual Business Walk at 10:00 a.m (see Business Walk Survey Reveal section below).

We are here to serve you and to make sure your voice is heard.

Deanna Palm
Chamber President/CEO
503-350-2006
Business Walk Survey Reveal
Wednesday, May 5
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Join us as we reveal and walk through the results of the 2021 Business Walk Survey.

Explore the responses from our local small businesses and learn if we are able to identify common trends, areas we can advocate, and provide support and new ways to assist and innovate.
 
Your individual responses will remain confidential. Only cumulative data will be shared.
Sizzling Summer
Shop Local Guide

Advertising is FREE and exclusive to all Visionary Partners, Premier Partners, Power Partners, Community Partners, and Promotion Partners. 

Ads are due by 5:00 PM Friday, May 21, 2021. Ad requirements and specifications can be found here.

Find the details about becoming a Promotion Partner here.
Spread the word about your Mother's Day specials and promotions*

Click here to submit your Mother's Day specials, promotions, and offer to over 6000 email recipients May 4 & May 7.
 
Promotion submissions are due Friday April 30th.
 
The promotions will also be shared on our social media channels.

*This is an exclusive opportunity for Beaverton Chamber Partners. 
Credit KGW
15 Oregon counties to move
to extreme COVID-19
Oregon Gov. Kate Brown on Tuesday announced that 15 counties, including Multnomah and Clackamas, will move back into the extreme risk category for COVID-19 on Friday, April 30.
Washington County stays at High Risk.
The updated risk levels will be in effect from April 30 - May 6
Reopening Washington County

Washington County is in the COVID-19 High Risk Category.
The public health framework uses four different risk levels for counties based on COVID-19 spread—Extreme Risk, High Risk, Moderate Risk, and Lower Risk.

This means reduced capacity indoors for many area businesses. We know this is a blow to our business community. During this time, we want to provide you with the information you need.
 
Please refer to Oregon Health Authority's Sector Guidance Chart, which will help assist you in that determination. This category change information will also get published on Washington County's Public Health website and through social media.
 
The Beaverton Chamber is here to help.
 
We will keep you updated as information becomes available.
IMPACT Beaverton provides free 1:1 small business advising, education and referrals, to attract, retain and grow successful businesses in Beaverton.

Emma Clark, Director of Business Support & Development 503-350-2005
Beaverton BRC provides resources for Washington County businesses to reopen and recover. We offer complimentary business consulting services to our community's small businesses.

There are four Washington County Business Recovery Centers to serve you on the recovery path for your business. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Partner Highlights
Welcome to our New Partners!
Featuring our Visionary Partner
PayneWest Insurance is a top-40, nationally ranked insurance agency located in four states (Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington) across the Pacific Northwest. We’re dedicated to the well being of our clients, our colleagues and  communities.
At PayneWest Insurance we are:
  • Fiercely independent — our client is our top priority.
  • Value driven — our services are developed based on the needs of our clients.
  • Loss Prevention services.
  • Claim advocates.
  • Wellness management specialists.
  • Business practice focused — specialized risk management tools and programs.
  • Long-term strategic planners — meet the needs of clients well into the future, not just in the here and now.
  • Financially strong — we will be here today and tomorrow to meet the diverse needs of our clients.
In 2021, we joined Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC to operate as MMA’s Northwest regional hub under the leadership of Kyle Lingscheit, CEO of PayneWest.

Thank You to our Renewing Partners!
Our 2021 Visionary Partners:
Building a stronger Beaverton by strengthening of the local economy, promoting community, boosting connections, and speaking out for businesses through advocacy. 

Partnership in the Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce is an investment in your business, in your employees, and in your community.

LEARN MORE AT BEAVERTON.ORG
[email protected] 503.644.0123