FEDERAL STIMULUS PACKAGE- February 2008.
Recently the Federal government passed an Economic Stimulus bill. What does that mean to more than 130 million taxpayers - and YOU?
Visit this link to find out full details.
REGIONAL INVESTMENT BOARD
Small Business Expansion Loan Program
Brochure
Application
Contact Lorraine 503.350.2006 for questions.
Chamber Video Programming
Did you miss an event?
April 15th, 2008 Mayoral Debate
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Recession Proofing Your Business 6.6.08
More Details HERE!
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies
New location or remodel planned for 2008? Starting a brand new business? Let us know and help you get the word out!
For your ribbon cutting,
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Enjoy engaging speakers, fine food and great networking at the monthly business lunch. Occasionally, we will have hosted rotating Table Topic discussion groups – a great way to pick up business tips from the experts while you make new connections.
Beaverton’s Business Lunch meets the third Tuesday of each month.
Get complimentary expert advice at the Table Topics at 11:15; program at noon.
| Date: | May 20th, 2008 |
| Location: | Portland Community College, Rock Creek Event Center, 17705 NW Springville Rd, Portland |
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| Speakers | Mayor Rob Drake |
| Topic | State of the City Address and the 2008 Leadership Beaverton Graduation. |
PREFERRED MEMBERS SECURE ONLINE REGISTRATION!
GUESTS/NON-MEMBERS REGISTER ONLINE HERE
Educational Series Format for Small and Medium Size Businesses.
Mission: To provide business professionals with practical, effective advice for saving money, making money and building business connections.
Missed a Series? Watch it here
April - May '08 Business Matters! Series
Business Management Essentials:
What every Business Owner and Manager must know and use to succeed!
The Business Matters! Business Management track will provide engaging and interactive sessions to help you plan and lead the way!
Anchored by ActionCoach, David Chin.
Meetings are held at the Beaverton Round Training Center, 3rd floor, 12725 SW Millikan Way - Coldwell Banker Bulding from 7:30am to 8:30am. Click here for a map.
Mission, Planning Team, Contact Information - Click Here
Quarterly Series Information - Click Here
Call for Speakers - Click Here
Whether you are pitching a product or marketing your business, selling is an essential survival skill. The Sales Tune-up is a lively forum for learning the latest trends or tweaking your techniques. Hear the hottest business books on tape and discuss them with your colleagues.
Join Ham Thorne,
Sales Tune-up Chair, (503) 645-7905
The Sales Tune-up meets Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 a.m. at the Beaverton Chamber offices at 12655 SW Center Street, Suite 140. Admission is free, Chair: Ham Thorne, Directors Mortgage.,
503-645-7905, ham@hamthorne.com.
| Date: | Friday, May 16th, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:45 - 9:00am |
| Location: | Bank of the West 9950 SW Nimbus, Beaverton |
| Contact: | Lonnie Martinez |
Mix and mingle at this monthly after-work event. Network in a relaxed atmosphere and enjoy food and drink. Win door prizes and discover new business connections.
The Business After Hours meets at a different business every month. To host, contact Shelley Johnson, Beaverton Chamber, (503) 350-2007 or Shelley@beaverton.org.
To see our Full Calendar of Events - click here!
| Date: | Wednesday, May 28th |
| Time: | 5 - 7pm |
| Location: | New Horizon's Computer Learning Center, 9800 SW Nimbus Avenue, Suite 100, Beaverton |
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| Contact: | Shelley Johnson (email: Shelley @ beaverton.org) |
Building Community Leaders
Since 1997, Leadership Beaverton has prepared 256 citizens to improve our community through service and participation.
Leadership Beaverton's mission statement is "To develop a diverse network of visionary civic and business leaders who act in accordance with the principles of community-centered stewardship."
For more information click here!
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Westside Young Professionals is a program that focuses on young professionals in the Washington County area, who want to connect with one another at non-traditional networking events. WYP helps professionals become leaders, have a voice in the community and develop skills for the future.
Is your club, classroom, service group or business looking for a great speaker? The following Chamber members are experienced public speakers and have areas of expertise they are willing to share with you!
Beaverton Family Chiropractic
Contact Name: Dr. Dan Miller
Phone: 503-644-8844
Mailing Address: 4690 SW Hall Blvd, Suite 110, Beaverton 97005
Topics: Health, Chiropractic, Headaches, ADD/ADHD, Schools, Children, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Family, Exercise, Fitness
Collins Communications
Contact Name: Janis Collins
Phone: 503-641-0585
Mailing Address: 11925 SW Blakeney, Beaverton 97008-5845
Topics: Communications/Public Relations
They Shoot English Teachers, Don't They?
Don't let memories of your 8th grade English class give you the jitters. You can earn an "A" when speaking or writing to your customers, clients and constituents. Janis Collins of Collins Communications, a former English teacher herself, gives you tips on good communication that can boost the bottom line.
Don't Let Mike Wallace Scare You
Cultivating a good relationship with the news media can enhance your organization's reputation and its bottom line. Janis Collins of Collins Communications, a former TV reporter herself, tells you how to do it.
Intentions Coaching and Training
Contact Name: Patti Keating
www.IntentionsCoaching.com
Patti@IntentionsCoaching.com
Topics:
Business Development / Marketing
Opus:Interactive
Contact Name: Jeremy Sherwood
Phone: 503-972-4014
Mailing Address: 2337 NW York St., Portland, OR 97210
Topics:
Ebay this!
You have heard about it, you may have read about it, but have you Ebayed? Take advantage of Ebay technology for your friends, family and yourself. Jason Nuss has sold thousands of items and received positive feedback for all his sales and purchases. Come learn the tips and tricks for Ebay success.
UN-Wire your life.
Wifi, Hotspots, Wireless, it is all very similar and can be a lot of fun. But how do you use it safely and most effectively? Jeremy Sherwood has installed, configured, and engineered wireless devices for the last 5 years, will give tips and answers questions about the technology and what it can do for you.
Tualatin Hills Park Foundation
Contact Name: Susan Bender Phelps
Phone: 503-629-6300
Mailing Address: 15707 SW Walker Road, Beaverton, OR 97006
Category of Topics:
Leadership
Community Collaboration
Powerful Networking
Old West/History
Sample Topics:
The Leader Within
Tired of hearing that we have no real leaders anymore? Where are the Martin Luther King's, the Ghandi's - perhaps we are the one's we have been waiting for? An inspiring conversation about personal responsibility, life choices and leadership.
Connections: The Secrets of Powerful Networking
A strong network enriches your professional and personal satisfaction, helps you be more effective in any project you take on, and is a major factor in your success during economic challenges. This provocative, entertaining presentation will give you powerful tools you can begin using the moment you get back to your office or hit the streets!
Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid
The true story behind these legendary wild west figures.
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