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We’ve all got issues. That’s why we advocate.
We’ve all got issues. That’s why we advocate. We’re all advocates for something. Whether its fund raising for your cause, asking for that raise, or speaking up on behalf of your children, we’re all inspired by issues that motivate us into action. When you think about our community and the businesses that drive our economy,…
Read MoreIf You Want to Far, Go Together
If You Want to Far, Go Together Nobody builds a business alone. While you might often feel alone, be assured that there are other business owners and professionals experiencing the same issues that you are. Whether it’s recruiting employees, searching for vendors, investors or suppliers, someone else is in the same boat. There’s a link…
Read MoreWhy Advocacy Matters: A Message for People Who Aren’t into Politics
Why Advocacy Matters: A Message for People Who Aren’t into Politics While at a meeting with Chamber members this week, one person remarked that in light of the current divisive political climate, they’ve started to tune out “politics” all together. Maybe you’ve heard similar remarks around the water cooler or seen them on social media.…
Read MoreSponsorship. What’s in it for all of us?
Sponsorship. What’s in it for all of us? This week the West Coast Chamber announced the creation of a new premier sponsorship with Gentex Corporation, named the Community Champion Premier Partnership. Gentex has been a strong supporter of the Chamber for many years, but this new partnership represents a commitment above and beyond the company’s…
Read MoreNew Year, Refined Focus / Guest Blog from Housing Next
New Year, Refined Focus / Guest Blog from Housing Next Happy New Year! As we begin 2019, Housing Next is now one year old and just a little bit wiser. I am taking this opportunity to share what we’ve learned so far and to outline our intended course of action over the next year. One of our first…
Read More2018: A Remarkable Year
2018: A Remarkable Year By now, you’ve likely been told the story of the Chamber’s Core Values more than once. We can tell that we’re truly living them in our daily work when we hear phrases like “deliver remarkable experiences” and “contagious energy with a positive attitude” coming from the mouths of our members when…
Read MoreWest Coast Leadership: The Cumulative Effect Share:
West Coast Leadership: The Cumulative Effect Share: Right now, the 30thclass of the West Coast Leadership program is in session. These 32 individuals have embarked on a year-long exploration of what makes our community tick. The program is a deep dive that takes the class through off-site learning days such as Health and Human Services…
Read MoreThankful for a Community that Thinks Big
Thankful for a Community that Thinks Big Thanksgiving is arguably the best of all holidays. It’s about family and friends and neighbors. It’s not about giving the perfect gift, or dressing up in the most innovative costume, or delivering an epic romantic gesture. It’s about celebrating the blessings in our lives. Of course, it’s also…
Read MoreAn Inside Look at the Quality Behind Quality Carwash
An Inside Look at the Quality Behind Quality Carwash For those in attendance at this week’s West Coast Chamber Wake Up West Coast Breakfast, the take away message was clearly that putting people first, and developing innovative ways to serve customers has been a recipe for success for Mandi Brower and Quality Car Wash. The…
Read MoreHow I Became an Intern Convert
How I Became an Intern Convert Last summer I had an intern epiphany. I had been putting off developing an intern program because it seemed like I wouldn’t have time in my hectic days to train anyone. However, necessity prevailed, and I took the plunge. After sorting through over 80 resumes, I decided I couldn’t…
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