Introducing the 2017  Economic Summit
November 2nd from 7:30 to 10:30am

Big things are happening for the Eugene and Springfield business community as new and diverse business sectors are growing and thriving in our region. We want you to have a first had look at the incredible work that is moving our region forward. With this in mind, the Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce is launching a new event designed to inform and engage local business leaders around the innovative projects that are adding fuel to our growing economy.
 
The Economic Summit will feature a keynote speaker on the exciting Knight Campus project, TED-talk style presentations on economic development initiatives such as high-speed fiber and school-to-work programs, and panels of experts across the business and economic fields. 
 
Join us as we celebrate innovation, unpack possibility, and move our community towards a more prosperous future. 




A Keynote on Innovation
How the Knight Campus will change the game. 

We are excited to announce Chris Edwards, former Senator and current Assistant Vice President for Strategic Initiatives at the University of Oregon, as our keynote speaker for the inaugural Economic Summit. Chris will provide a deep dive in to the University of Oregon Knight Campus project, making history across the country.

The University of Oregon's Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact is an ambitious $1 billion initiative to fast-track scientific discoveries into innovations that improve quality of life for people in Oregon, the nation, and the world. The Knight Campus will work to reshape the state's public higher education landscape by training new generations of scientists, engaging in new interdisciplinary research, forging tighter ties with industry and entrepreneurs, and creating new educational opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students.
 
Thank You to Our Title Sponsor: 

"OCCU strives to make a difference in the lives of our members and in our community. We do good deeds. Not just for the sake of it, but because we love the communities we serve. We are passionate about making a difference in the communities we serve. We give of our time and money, foster strong relationships with local businesses and non-profit organizations to have a greater impact."

Interested in supporting this new event? We still have opportunities for Gold and Supporting level sponsors. Send us an email for more info. 

Let's Welcome PeaceHealth to the Neighborhood!
September 14th from 5 to 7pm- A family friendly event!

Join us this Thursday at PeaceHealth's new Valley River Urgent Care Clinic. S eptember's Business After Hours is bringing business and family together with an event sure to make everyone happy. Enjoy all the benefits you'd expect from Business After Hours with networking, refreshments, and a chance to win prizes. 

 

Why We Expo
Sponsor. Exhibit. Attend.

Each year we come together at the Eugene Business Expo to celebrate the professionals and businesses that make us uniquely Eugene. We expo because our community innovates to move forward products, services and ideas that impact the world around us. We expo because making connections and building collaborations fuels our economic growth. 

Join us at this year's business expo on Thursday, October 19th where we will  explore the unique business opportunities that connect us to the products, services, and professional possibilities that will take our community to the ne xt level.

Register to Attend or Exhibit at  www.eugenebusinessexpo.com 

Local Community Celebrates Manufacturing!
Friday, October 6th, 2017

This year we have convened a group of manufacturers, economic  development agencies, municipalities, the local chambers, and Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership (OMEP), to  promote Manufacturing Day in the Eugene and Springfield area. 

This day is celebrated across the country and is dedicated to demonstrating and promoting one of the most established sectors to a new generation.  Find out more about our local efforts and how you can get involved.