OSCC MEMBER NEWS
April 5 , 2017
Chambers Convene at the Capitol

Chambers are a powerful voice for small business. OSCC has the strongest grassroots reach in the state for local business. That was the over laying theme for Chamber Day at the Capitol on Monday, March 27th. Legislators gave inside insights into the Transportation package, PERS reform, revenue through taxes and spending cuts. OSCC members were encouraged by Legislators to put a human face to business by sharing their stories of how business is impacted by anti-business policy. It was emphasized that these stories are of great value to legislators and have the potential to change policy.
Oregon Business Council Partnership to Engage Rural Business Leaders

The Oregon Business Council and the Oregon State Chamber of Commerce are engaged in an exercise designed to better integrate rural business priorities into the work of the statewide business associations through the development of the annual Business Leadership Summit and Business Plan.  The Summit spotlights key issues affecting the economic health of the State; over the years, it has brought attention to rural issues like water management and forest product development. OBC has contracted John Audley to redouble its effort to connect its work to the priorities set by rural business leaders, one that brings the support of Oregon's larger business communities behind issues and priorities selected, framed, and advocated by you. Over the course of our upcoming regional meetings, we will invite an OBC representative to make a presentation describing the work and the opportunity we are creating to forge a better and more meaningful partnership with rural businesses across the State. Please contact Alison Hart for more information.
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
Scholarship applications due by noon on May 11th

Institute: Early registration deadline for Midwest and Southeast Institute: April 21st.
Early registration deadline for West and Northeast Institute: May 26th.
Walla Walla Valley Chamber Invites OSCC Members to Business Summit

The Fifth Annual Walla Walla Business Summit is taking place Friday, May 12th, 2017 at the Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center. Join industry leaders from across the United States for a day of innovation, trends and connections.

This Summit is an opportunity for local and regional business leaders to join together for a low-cost day of professional development. The speakers assembled will deliver relevant information and insight on a wide range of topics for you and your business.

Guests from out of town can take advantage of discounted hotel rooms at numerous properties in the valley. Member pricing for the event has been generously extended to OSCC members. View event flyer

Learn more at www.wwbizsummit.com or contact David Woolson, CEO of the Walla Walla Chamber, at 509-525-0850.
In This Issue
2017 Annual Conference Session Topics - Give Us Your Input

We are pulling together ideas for OSCC's Annual Conference. Please take a moment to share your feedback on potential session topics. Your input will help ensure that the Conference meets the needs of Chambers throughout the state.

Save the date: October 25-26 at the Three Rivers Casino and Hotel in Florence, Oregon.
 
Annual Conference Think Tank

Are you interested in helping shape the content for the upcoming Annual Fall Conference? OSCC is putting together a small group to be a sounding board for ideas and help build session content. If you are interested in being involved, please contact Alison Hart.
Communications Tip

Headlines are important. On average, 8 out of 10 people will read a headline, but only 2 out of 10 will go on to read the rest of the story. Make sure you are writing effective headlines by using the active voice, strong present-tense verbs and evoke an emotion.
Thank You to our Renewing Members
 
Bay Area Chamber of Commerce
Cottage Grove Area Chamber of Commerce
East Portland Chamber of Commerce
Florence Area Chamber of Commerce
Harney County Chamber of Commerce
Keizer Chamber of Commerce
Molalla Area Chamber of Commerce
Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce
Wilsonville Chamber of Commerce

Thank You to our New Members
 
Rainier Chamber of Commerce
Save the Dates

 

  • Regional Meeting - Eastern Oregon - Rescheduled: April 21, 2017, 8:30am-12:30pm at the Hermiston Conference Center - Register now
     
  •  Annual Conference - October 25-26, 2017 at Three Rivers Casino Resort, in Florence, OR
  Have news you'd like to share?

  Email Jessica Chambers by April 14th to have your news included in the next OSCC
  Member Newsletter.