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Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce
and Visitors Center
The Weekly - Week of December 18th
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Seeds to Grow
From Lynn, CEO
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"Generosity is the best investment." ~ Diane von Furstenberg
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This Week's AM
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NO FRIDAY AM
December 22
*In observance of the Christmas holiday
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New Members
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Presenting Sponsor
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Chamber in Pictures
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Ho, ho, ho. Looks like the clocks at Gresham Historic Museum stopped ticking when they saw Shelley in her festive hat at the AM last Friday hosted by Sunny Han's Wok & Grill. Don't forget the Surprise Party at Jazzy Bagel Co. December 22. NO AM, but we can still gather together in the morning at 7:22 ish.
And the winner is..........Harold Fuller with his French Cranberry Apple pie recipe. The Outlook sure knows how to pick delicious Holiday desserts. Is Pastor Fuller taking pie orders? Will he share his recipe? Let's ask.
Two inspiring and aspiring business owners networking. Kayla Viramontes,
The Bold Orange and Brand Weber of
Brandi Weber Designs. Making new business connections is a great way to end 2017 and start 2018.
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Surprise Party! |
SURPRISE PARTY!
(our version of a flash mob)
Let's surprise...
5 E Powell Blvd., Gresham
Friday, December 22nd
7:30-9:00 am
Join the fun, bring a friend.
Have some breakfast.
Support a member!
SURPRISE!!
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Renewing Members
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The Chamber would like to thank and acknowledge the members below who reinvested in our organization by renewing their membership:
25 years
10-19 years
1-4 years
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Try Local First
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Thank You for Growing Your Business & Feeding Your Community
Oregon has a rich past of being a great agricultural state, growing some of the best vegetables, fruits and berries in the United States. Pears from Hood River are shipped worldwide in gold paper lined boxes, a desired Christmas Gift for many. While our fruit and berries thrive, the business environment in our state continues to be challenged, lagging behind neighboring states. The reasons for this are often debated and solutions seem slow to implement. Read more...
Presenting Sponsor
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Business Excellence Awards
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Call for Nominations!
Only 12 Days Left
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| Photo courtesy of Photo Images by Susan Gould |
The Chamber is accepting nominations for the Annual Business Excellence Awards. Nominations can come from a third party or be self-nomination. Deadline for nominations is December 31st.
Awards will be given in the following categories:
- Large Business (over 50 employees)
- Medium Business (under 49 employees)
- Small Business (under 10 employees)
- Family-owned Business
- Non-Profit
- Rising Star
- Volunteer of the Year
Business Excellence Awards Luncheon
January 25, 2018 - 11:30-1:30 pm
Pathway Church
Presenting Sponsor
Additional Sponsors
AXIS Design Group
Gresham Ford
Gresham Sanitary Service
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Member Tips, Tools & Press Releases
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Move your body everyday of the week. Remember to prioritize movement, not just the concept of "exercise." Even on days you don't get a workout in, be sure you take a walk, stretch, stand, or dance! Your body was meant to move: enjoy it.
Is your business winter-ready? Click here to find steps you can take to prepare in case we get hit again with wind or ice this winter.
DIY Sugar Scrub as a Stocking Stuffer! 1/2 to 1 cup coconut oil, and 2 cups of sugar. Mix until creamy then add your favorite essential oil (10-20 drops). Small jars are perfect for storage.
Norwex - Kathy Hill - Chemical Free Tips
Do you know that nearly 80% of all waste on our land and in our oceans now consists of plastic debris? This includes millions of plastic straws! We can make a huge difference by either not using straws or using reusable straws.
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AVAILABLE ONLINE! Member Event Calendar
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Need to promote your special day event, fundraiser, request for volunteers, meet and greets, classes, meetings and more? Get value by listing your events with the Chamber.
Click here for a complete list of Member Events.
To post an event, email the details to
gacc@greshamchamber.org or call 503-665-1131.
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Member Job Openings
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List Your Job Openings With The Chamber
One of the free benefits of membership is the ability to post job openings on the Chamber's website. To post a job opening send the details in a Word document to Julie Hamatake.
Click here for a list of current job openings.
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Friday AM Meetings - "You at 7:22"
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NO FRIDAY AM
December 22
In observance of the Christmas holiday
Speed Networking AM
December 29 - 7:22-9:00 am
Gresham Chamber Office, 1005 N Main Avenue, Gresham
January 5 - 7:22-9:00 am
225 NE Burnside Road, Gresham
January 12 - 7:22-9:00 am
340 NE 219th Avenue, Gresham
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Visitors Center
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Magic Mile Sky Express
 The Magic Mile Sky Express is the famed Timberline Lodge Ski Area chair lift and is the only ski area in North America that's open all 12 months of the year. Great views of the mountains and valleys below. Ride, ski or snowboard down in winter, ride or hike down in summer from 7,000 elevation.
Click here for more information.
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Bike Friendly Business Program
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Bike Friendly Business Program
 The Chamber has been recognized as a Bike Friendly Business. Congratulations to these Chamber members who are also recognized as Bike Friendly Businesses:
Click here to read more about our Bike Friendly Businesses. If you are interested in becoming a Bike Friendly Business, contact the office for more information at 503-665-1131.
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