Bend Chamber helps land $39 million for OSU-Cascades Academic Building
During the past two legislative sessions,
Bend Chamber of Commerce brought the business voice to Salem to secure funding for OSU-Cascades' next academic building. On April 18, Governor Kate Brown signed House Bill 5702 into law, clearing the way for construction of a new building that will be devoted to the study of STEAM subjects - science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.
This two-year effort to fund the new building was coordinated with Now4 OSU-Cascades, a local support organization that advocated for the university's funding through the 2017 and 2018 sessions. The Bend Chamber coordinated written letter campaigns with regional businesses and the chambers of Central Oregon, provided testimony and made frequent trips to meet with state representatives on the university's behalf. The chamber's voice lent the perspective of the economic benefits of a 4-year university to a fast-growing, highly diversified economy.
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Kyle Lang named Executive Director of Canby Area Chamber of Commerce
Kyle Lang has joined the Canby Area Chamber as Executive Director. He has been working in both private business and education for the past 12 years. His management and events experience run deep, as does his passion for education.
The Lebanon Chamber will be hosting a Chamber Ambassador Convention September 14-16, 2018. This three-day, high-impact conference will provide valuable training as Chamber Ambassadors from around the state collaborate and learn from dynamic speakers on the topics of leadership training, people skills and personal development. Learn more
This is an event by the Lebanon Chamber of Commerce
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Jessica Chambers.
Springfield to host OSCC Annual Conference in October
Mark your calendars for the OSCC Annual Conference, scheduled for October 24-25th in Springfield. This Conference is the largest gathering of Oregon's chamber industry during the year, giving attendees the opportunity to participate in professional development as well as sharing best practices, gleaning from others and growing your network.
September 14-16, 2018: Chamber Ambassador Convention
October 24-25, 2018: OSCC Annual Conference
Thank You to our Vision Sponsors
The following members have stepped up to provide additional funding on top of their dues to contribute to OSCC's advocacy efforts. We are greatly appreciative of this support.
Communications Tip
One thing you can always count on is change. While it is necessary to focus your attention on attracting new members, it is important to know why existing chamber members choose to leave. Learn
more Tips for Conducting a Productive Member Exit Survey in this article from ChamberMaster.
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Building Your Best Team Ever - May 16, 2018 - SOLD OUT
WACE Political Boot Camp - May 17, 2018 - Learn more
Chamber Ambassador Conference - September 14-16, 2018 - Learn more
OSCC Annual Conference - October 24-25, 2018 - Learn more
