OSCC MEMBER NEWS
May 12 , 2017
Chambers Learn Tips for Strong Advocacy Programs at Regional Meeting


Energy was high at the Eastern Oregon Regional Meeting held on Friday, April 21st. The eleven Chambers represented shared their experiences and discussed how to create stronger advocacy programs. Chambers and Board members from throughout the region participated, including Hermiston, Umatilla, Ontario, Boardman, Pendleton, and Heppner. OSCC Board members from Tualatin, North Clackamas, Silverton, Hermiston, Grants Pass, and Hood River County were also in attendance.

One of the big takeaways from the day was, as one Chamber Executive put it, "We are not alone." Building on this camaraderie is the purpose behind these meetings, giving Chambers and their Board members the occasion to gather together, share common challenges, and learn from each other.

Nominations Open for Government Affairs Council

The Oregon State Chamber of Commerce recently updated our Government Affairs Council Policy (included here). 
 
As a part of this process, OSCC will be reconstituting a formal Government Affair Council. Nominations are now open for this Council, which will be reviewed and appointed by the Board of Directors. The nominations process can be viewed here. If you are interested in serving on this Council, please fill out the application form and submit it for review to Alison Hart.
Registration Open for Professional Development Programs

OSCC strongly encourages Chamber Executives to participate in professional development programs designed for Chambers. To that end, scholarships are made available to OSCC members. Learn more

WACE's Academy and the US Chamber's Institute  programs are currently accepting applications for upcoming classes. See the information provided below.

Academy: Early registration deadline: June 16th

Institute: Early registration deadline for West and Northeast Institute: May 26th.
ACCE Conference:  Early Bird Registration: May 19th
OSCC Releases 2016 Annual Report

2016 was an exciting year for the Oregon State Chamber of Commerce (OSCC). This year saw growth in membership, as well as increased involvement in both advocacy and professional development. These achievements continue to strengthen the OSCC presence in the region. Here is a look at some of the year's accomplishments.
In This Issue
Important Dates
  • June 4-6:
    Midwest Institute
  • June 25-29:
    Southeast Institute
  • July 9-13:
    West Institute
  • July 16-19:
    ACCE Convention
  • July 30-Aug 2:
    WACE Academy
  • July 30-Aug 3:
    Northeast Institute
  • October 25-26:
    OSCC Annual Conference
     
Communications Tip
 
If you need an easier way to get your members' records up to date and use ChamberMaster, this tip is for you.
There is a form in the ChamberMaster database called the Member Survey Form. You can send the pre-populated form to each of your members and they can, in turn, update their member information in your database quickly and efficiently.
Chambers in the News
 
Several Chambers were highlighted in a March 2017 Oregon Business Magazine article, entitled Small town chambers adapt as business landscape evolves. Among them were the Bend, Hood River County, Hermiston and Oregon State Chambers of Commerce. Read the full article
Thank You to our Renewing Members
 
Albany Area Chamber of Commerce
Dallas Area Chamber of Commerce
Reedsport-Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce
Roseburg Area Chamber of Commerce
South Columbia County Chamber of Commerce


  
Thank You to our Vision Sponsors
 
Chehalem Valley Chamber of Commerce
North Clackamas Chamber of Commerce
Pendleton Chamber of Commerce
Sandy Area Chamber of Commerce
Silverton Area Chamber of Commerce

Save the Date
  •  Annual Conference - October 25-26, 2017 at Three Rivers Casino Resort, in Florence, OR
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