December 17, 2019
MINIMUM WAGE INCREASES TO $13.50 AN HOUR
Changes are coming to Tacoma’s minimum wage laws next year. The City Council is poised to repeal its minimum wage code and instead rely on state minimum wage laws. This will streamline the minimum wage system, a positive for Tacoma employers.


GLOBAL ECONOMIC INFORMATION FOR MAKING IMPORTANT BUSINESS DECISIONS
Neil Bradley, the Executive Vice President and Chief Policy Officer at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce , will present the Keynote at Horizons Economic Forecast. As a player on the global stage, Mr. Bradley will have information that can help you make sound business decision during this turbulent economic environment.

Join us at the Horizons Economic Forecast,  January 15, 7:00am - 9:00am  to find out what 2020 holds for you and your business.

SEATTLE TECH STARTUP MOVES TO TACOMA
Humming’s big idea is to change and automate the way smaller companies purchase advertising online. They make web advertising inexpensive and easy and allow even small-time ad purchasers access to instant analytics to optimize performance and reach targeted audiences.



TRUEBLUE STUDY SHOWS WORKFORCE SHORTAGE
Many businesses across the nation are facing issues regarding workforce shortages, according to new data released from the Tacoma-based staffing company TrueBlue. A study conducted by the company found that workplace managers are having trouble filling low, middle, and high skill jobs in 2019.

CREATING STRONG, IMPACTFUL LEADERS
The   Business Leadership Academy of Tacoma-Pierce County is an opportunity for current and emerging leaders to engage with the business community while developing leadership skills, linking with a mentor, and interacting with exemplary leaders.

The Academy Class of 2020 begins January 29.

Bring your leadership and business community strengths and let us add to them together!

NOMINATE YOUR BUSINESS FOR WORKWELL AWARDS
You should be recognized for your demonstrated commitment to improving health and wellness in the workplace! It's important, you're proud of it, and it's making your business a better place to work. So what are you waiting for? Nominate your business for the Workwell Awards!

Nominations are open now so don't miss out.

Recipients will be announced at February's Chamber Luncheon.


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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE RECENT SPACEWORKS COHORT
Spaceworks is ecstatic to announce the most recent graduates of our Business Planning Cohort! Over the past 12 weeks, eleven entrepreneurs and small business owners have determined the feasibility of their business ideas, researched their markets, created marketing and financial plans, and determined their launch or growth strategies. Keep your eyes peeled for these businesses in our community!


CONNECTION BETWEEN BUSINESS AND JBLM
This survey is brought to you by the South Sound Military and Communities Partnership. It seeks to identify the military-connected customer base of local businesses and the effects of JBLM on the local economy and is a part of the JBLM Regional Economic Impact Analysis.



MAKING IT RITE IN THE SOUTH SOUND
Since 1916, Tacoma-based Rite in the Rain has been making weather-resistant paper products for outdoor professionals, growing out of a need for the logging industry to have a paper that would survive harsh conditions. 

Rite in the Rain makes many sizes and styles of its beloved field notebooks and its primary customers are field scientists, construction workers, and military and first responders - all made in Lakewood, WA.

CHAMBER OFFICE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE NOW AVAILABLE!
Show your pride in our region and let others know that you are invested in the growth of our economy and improvement of our community - and be seen by thousands of Chamber office visitors!

The Chamber Office Remodel has great opportunities for  sponsorship!


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UPCOMING EVENTS
Wednesday, December 18 • 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Wednesday, December 25 • ALL DAY
Wednesday, January 8 • 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Tuesday, January 14 • 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

Thursday, January 16 • 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
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