Local Young Entrepreneurs Obtain Funding to Launch 12 Companies
An investor panel awarded a total of $2700 to 12 companies that are being started by the 2017 Bellevue Chamber Young Entrepreneurs Academy students at the April 19 Pitch Event. Zitao Li, a 9th grader at Interlake High School and CEO of Roses and Rita, was selected to advance to the 9th Annual YEA! Saunders Scholars National Semi-Finals College Scholarship competition May 4-6 in Rochester, New York. Roses and Rita is a sole proprietorship that sells stylish apparel for teenagers online.
Announcing Our New Online Member Experienceon Townsquared! Eastside Launch Party May 16
We're excited to announce that the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce is launching our very own private group for members to communicate with each other on Townsquared. Townsquared is an online community of verified businesses that is swiftly expanding in cities across our region and will kick off on the Eastside at an official launch party on May 16. Also, be on the lookout for your invitation to join the group!
Bellevue Chamber CEO Betty Capestany is a Champion for Business!
Betty's candid conversation with 425Business reveals her passion for helping local businesses succeeed. "I want to make sure that we can touch and accelerate companies no matter what their size is or whatever stage they're at."
Join Us at the Morning Business Builders!
May 3, 10, & 17
Build business on Wednesday mornings with the Chamber! At this event, you drive the program. Through your participation, you'll gain access to tips, tools, referrals, and innovative business concepts that will take your business to new heights! It's never too early to meet new people!
Business After Hours: Two Lincoln Tower @ The Studio
Two Lincoln Tower offers Bellevue Chamber members this unique opportunity to share in their vision of this progressive, residential portion of the new Lincoln Square expansion, opening this Fall. Join us for this one-of-a-kind, exclusive cocktail hour event at their presentation center, The Studio at Lincoln Square, to include tours of their model residences and guest rooms at the new W Bellevue. Light bites and refreshments will be catered by The Westin Bellevue and attendees can register to win raffle prizes of Bellevue Collection gift cards.
Hosted by the Bellevue Chamber and
2017 Eastside Small Business of the Year - WiggleWorks Kids Bellevue
Watch as Elaina Herber, CEO of WiggleWorks Kids Bellevue accepts the award for Eastside Small Business of the Year.
Extra! Extra! Read All About It!
The 2017 Eastside Entrepreneur Magazine is now online honoring all the nominees for the 2017 Eastside Business Awards! Find out the winners and get to know all the companies as they tell the story of their entrepreneurial spirit, how they stay ahead of the competition, and what makes their cutting edge product or service a game changer.
Looking to Shop Local? Check Out InsideEastside.biz!
To find out more about updating your business listing and learn about our new DIY (Do It Yourself) integrated digital marketing platform contact Ashley Clemmer.
Commuter Alert: Overlake Park and Ride Lot to Close May 1
Sound Transit has announced the Overlake Park and Ride lot will close on May 1 due to East Link construction. A new 320 stall lot will be constructed on site and the Redmond Technology Center light rail station is expected to open in 2023.
Job Postings Now Available
Hiring? Your membership now includes FREE job postings! To post, login to the Chamber Site and visit the Career Center. Need help? Call 425.454.2464.
Bellevue Plans to Buy More Renewable Energy
The City of Bellevue plans to join Puget Sound Energy's "Green Direct" energy program. Through this initiative, local major commercial customers can purchase energy directly from renewable sources and reduce their carbon footprint. By 2019 the City plans to purchase half of its total usage from these sources.
It's #SmallBusinessWeek!
April 30 through May 6 is National Small Business Week. The US Small Business Administration and many businesses throughout the country host events and webinars to promote small business growth. A list of SBA webinars can be found here; topics range from an economic outlook to helpful tips for developing your online presence. The SBA is livestreaming a variety of events as well; viewers can join Q&As with SBA Administrator Linda McMahon as she meets with influential businesspeople across the country. The IRS is also promoting products and materials aimed at answering tax questions for small businesses and self-employed individuals.
Washington 5th Best State in the U.S
U.S. News & World Report ranks Washington number five in its overall rankings. Check out their "highly interactive platform [that] enables users to explore thousands of important benchmarks and easily draw state-to-state comparisons."
Interested in a ribbon cutting for your business? Contact
Kim Fredericks for details!
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 this savings - so
sign up and start shopping today
or contact us for a store purchasing card!
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Renewing Members
43 Years: The Bellevue Collection
29 Years: Parker Smith & Feek Inc.
27 Years: The Pumphouse Bar & Grill
13 Years: Cascadia Center at Discovery Institute
13 Years: Bel-Red Oral and MaxilloFacial Surgery
13 Years: 10kInfo
12 Years: Netstar, Inc.
12 Years: Costco Wholesale
11 Years: Red Lion Hotel Bellevue
8 Years: Therapeutic Health Services
3 Years: Kelley Imaging Systems
2 Years: Coach Seattle Inc. Business Coaching & Consulting
2 Years: Sagebrook Senior Living
1 Year: Directors Mortgage
