OPENING DOORS FOR HOMELESS TEENS IN PIERCE COUNTY
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Chamber member, The Coffee Oasis, led by Executive Director Dave Frederick, is a faith-based nonprofit that uses proceeds from its coffee cafes to fund homeless youth programs. The organization raised more than $3 million in 2018.
Serra’s House is the first Coffee Oasis location in Pierce County and consists of both a shelter and drop-in center. Finding a location for a cafe is in the works, but will be separate from the shelter.
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Join fellow leaders such as Tacoma's Mayor Woodards and Economic Development Board CEO, Bruce Kendall - at our inaugural intercity leadership conference,
ASPIRE.
You will learn about the innovative approaches Pittsburgh uses to propel their economy, community, and culture forward and get insight into collaborative approaches you can take back to Tacoma, all while strengthening your connections with South Sound leaders.
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LEADING THE NATION IN ENERGY EFFICIENCY
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Tacoma’s NewCold automated storage facility was named one the top two most efficient cold storage warehouses in the nation --
50 percent more efficient than competitors!
This incredible efficiency is, in part, a product of its partnership with Tacoma Power and BPA’s Energy Smart Industrial program — a factor in NewCold selecting Tacoma as its first U.S. location.
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TOP 3 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND SOUTH SOUND SUMMIT
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With over 800+ attendees during the past two years, we’ve seen South Sound leaders, small business owners, and community innovators bringing ideas into realities through conversation and connections. Will you be a part of the next project in the South Sound?
Here are 3 reasons why you should attend this year’s South Sound Summit!
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SUPPORT CLEANER FUEL IN TACOMA
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The Clean Air Agency's public hearing is today from 2-5 p.m. and 6:30-10 p.m. at the Rialto Theater, 310 S. 9th St., Tacoma.
We ask that you also consider submitting a written comment to the Clean Air Agency in support of the LNG project. The deadline for written comments is Sept 9, 2019.
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LEARN FROM EXPORT SPECIALIST
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Join us for the next installment of the WTC Tacoma Mini-Export-Seminar Series. Zara Castillo of the Export Finance Assistance Center of Washington and Lee Gibbs of the U.S. Small Business Administration will speak on how to fully utilize the free and low-cost assistance of Federal and State agencies as a first step in creating a successful export plan.
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BEAUTIFYING TACOMA'S BROADWAY
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Mural artist Mindy Barker likes to remember Jack, the 800-pound brown bear who frequented a Tacoma hotel in the 1880s.
The mural, funded through a collaboration between Downtown Tacoma Partnership and Spaceworks, seeks to bring color, art, and vibrancy to the downtown area.
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WHO WILL BE THE NEW PORT COMMISSIONERS?
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We have an important election year coming up and we want YOU to be informed.
Join the Chamber as the Candidates for the Port of Tacoma weigh in on matters that relate to YOUR business and community.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF CYBERSECURITY AND OUR MILITARY
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Brig. Gen. Jeremy C. Horn, Director of Joint Forces, Washington National Guard, will be updating the South Sound business community about cybersecurity and the state of affairs since September 11, 2001.
You don't want to miss this event!
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TAKE YOUR BUSINESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL
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Do you know what stage your business is in? Do you know what is needed to grow to the next level? In this workshop, you will learn the 7 stages of a business, how to identify what stage your business is in, get insight on what needs to be done to achieve the next level, and plan for when you are ready leave the business.
You will walk away with tools on how to build a marketing plan, set goals, increase sales, and design your exit strategy.
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Offices will be back open September 3rd
Wednesday, September 4 • 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Wednesday, September 4 • 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Wednesday, September 11 • 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Wednesday, September 11 • 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Thursday, September 19 • 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
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TACOMA-PIERCE COUNTY CHAMBER
950 PACIFIC AVE TACOMA SUITE 300, 98402
253.627.2175 • INFO@TACOMACHAMBER.ORG
WWW.TACOMACHAMBER.ORG
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