JANUARY 8, 2019
Tacoma Treats Low-Paid Workers
with Dignity, and Washington
is Catching Up

On Jan. 1, Washington’s minimum wage went up by 50 cents, to  $12 an hour . Those who work in Tacoma got an even bigger sweetener. The city’s wage floor, already at $12, rose to  $12.35 an hour , thanks to an inflationary adjustment that was part of the phased-in minimum wage hike approved by Tacoma voters in 2015.
MEMBER ADVERTISEMENT
STAY ON TOP OF ECONOMIC TRENDS
Join the Chamber January 23rd at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center for the Horizons Economic Forecast. Nationally renowned economist, Jon Haveman, Executive Director of the National Economic Education Delegation (NEED) will give you insight into the health of our national economy. And Neal Johnson of Sound Recourse Economics will present the Pierce County Economic Forecast Report, information that will help you plan for your business in 2019.

Corporate Tables Going Fast!
Last Day to Register -- January 18

THE CHAMBER IS LOOKING FOWARD TO WORKING WITH OUR NEW ELECTED OFFICIALS
Although they come from opposing political parties, and they represent different areas of the county, Councilmen Dave Morell and Marty Campbell say they’re ready to work with fellow members, and each other.

CONVENE AND CONNECT WITH YOUR LEGISLATORS
As part of your annual investment, you have the opportunity for a face-to-face discourse with legislators at the state capitol.

This complimentary benefit affords business leaders the opportunity to meet with the Pierce County delegation to discuss matters important to YOUR business

GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN:
WHAT'S AVAILABLE FOR BUSINESSES
Small business owners are increasingly feeling the impact of the partial government shutdown that’s in its 17th day. Agencies including the Small Business Administration and the IRS are not providing information and services, although the SBA’s disaster loan operations are at work.

A look at what is and isn’t available for businesses:

MEMBER ADVERTISEMENT
TACOMA STARS CHAMBER NIGHT

Come on out to the first ever Tacoma Stars Chamber Night on Jan 18. Meet and socialize with members of various chambers from around the Puget Sound area. The event will take place pre-game in The Heritage Club and will end at the conclusion of the game. Registration also includes a ticket to the game. Doors open at 6:30pm.  

NOMINATIONS CLOSING - DON'T MISS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO WIN

The Workwell Awards celebrate the strides Pierce County businesses are taking to make health and wellness a priority in their workplace. Let others know how you are making your workplace a healthier environment by nominating yourself for an award today.

Hurry! Nominations close tomorrow at noon!




MIX & MINGLE AT THE
TACOMA MALL HOLIDAY INN
 Join us at Chamber After Hours on January 17 at the Tacoma Mall Holiday Inn. This is your chance to promote your organization, form strategic partnerships, and interact with new businesses.

WE ARE HIRING!
Are you e nthusiastic about event planning from conception to completion? The Chamber is seeking for an Event Planner!

EVENTS AND RESOURCES
Check Out the Chamber's Award Winning Video
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