#TheBizVoice - Accelerating Tomorrow Today

February 6, 2018 | Issue #53

The Bellevue Chamber is a catalyst for sustainable growth within the local business community. We provide information, access, connections and resources to position you and your team for business success!

Saving Your Workforce Time

The Bellevue Chamber has been actively involved in changing old rules so your employees can have flexibility and have more shared vehicle options. The number one challenge we hear from employers of all sizes is that transportation is a nightmare. The search for housing affordability has led our workforce to commute from all over the 405 crescent from Snohomish to Kent. Having more flexible options allows people to get to established transportation centers more easily. The Chamber has been working on these solutions with the ACES (Autonomous, Connected, Electric and Shared) NW Network. ACES co-founders published this op-ed in Sunday’s Seattle Times.

Bellevue Blitz:

Bills We're Watching

In a short 60-Day Legislative Session, the pace is always fast and furious, and this year is no exception. As Day 30 nears on February 6, bills of importance to the Eastside business community are still alive.

Can't get to Olympia to state your case? Testify from your home or office >

Connecting & Convening Leaders

Mark Your Calendar

The Business Lunch: Meet Bellevue's New Mayor

John Chelminiak

February 15, 2018 | 12-1:30 pm

Westin Bellevue

There’s a new Mayor in town, elected by the Bellevue City Council to lead the City through 2019. Mayor John Chelminiak will share his forecast for the near term and look at the long-term view – highlighting strategies needed to ensure the City continues its robust economic growth. As a business leader, come to meet the Mayor and gain an understanding of how the business community can be a pro-active partner in the future of Bellevue.

Advocacy in Action

Each month, Chamber members meet to discuss important business issues. Members recently endorsed legislation to extend existing tax incentives for data center development statewide. Upcoming Public Affairs topics include an update on transportation projects funded by Bellevue Prop 2 and the future of the Bellevue Way SE project. This month, in lieu of our regular meeting, we invite you to our February 15 Business Lunch with Mayor Chelminiak.

Business Leaders Say

"Thanks!" to Eastside

Mayors, Councilmembers

Business leaders raised a toast to local non-partisan elected officials on January 25th, at the annual Eastside Elected Officials Reception.

Bellevue VIP guests included newly minted Mayor John Chelminiak and Deputy Mayor Lynne Robinson, as well as recently elected Councilmember Janice Zahn and “retired” Councilmembers Ernie Simas and Kevin Wallace.

Photo Gallery >

Business Lunch Gallery:

Michael Marsh

Overlake Medical Center President & CEO Michael Marsh joined us at The Business Lunch last month. View the photos >

Cultivating Talent

2018 Young Execs Class Helps Build Future Leaders

We welcomed the 14th Class of Young Executives in January - the best and brightest representing industries and companies of all types and sizes. We will be focusing on networking, building lasting relationships, and professional growth.

Meet the 2018 Class >

Catalyst for Business Success

2018 Business Showcase: Your Ticket to Great Business Leads!

February 22, 2018 | 4-7pm

Embassy Suites Hotel Bellevue

Make great business connections and learn about the cool products and services of local businesses. Experience "Embassy Suites Graffiti", a fun twist on the days of drive-ins with movie treats and tasty appetizers plus the opportunity to win great prizes.

2018 Eastside Business Awards: Call for Entries

The Eastside Business Awards (EBA) recognizes outstanding Eastside businesses that uphold a strong commitment to quality, community, and innovation. Submit your entry to get noticed for the great things your company is doing or nominate your customers and clients before March 2.

Submit an Entry

Central Hub for Business

Morning Business Builders

Connect with other Chamber members to grow and market your business.

February 14 : Show & Tell

February 21 : Let it shine!

February 28 : Favorite things

Looking to Do Business with Chamber Members?

Shop, stay, play, and do business locally - it's easy, just visit our new directory !

Name That Basketball Team!

North American Premier Basketball has secured a Bellevue Basketball Team! The franchise owner is asking for community feedback to help name the team. Text your suggestions (feel free to suggest more than one) to 1-425-366-7444. The person who submits the winning name will receive inaugural season tickets to the opening season starting January 2019!

Chamber Career Center

Check out Chamber member job openings or post a job. To post, login to the Chamber Site and visit the Career Center. Need help? Call 425.454.2464.

Members Making News

Here's what our members have been up to lately:

Southwest Airlines intends to serve Paine Field in Everett, Wash.
The Seattle Humane Society celebrates the grand opening of a new facility
ExtraSlice raises $1 million to accelerate growth of tech-focused flexible workspace

View more news >

Got a story to tell? Let us know >

Save with the Office Depot Program

Did you know you can save up to 55% on some of the office supplies(and up to 50% on school supplies) you use every day? Chamber members and their employees qualify automatically for these great savings!