Sponsored by Business Health Trust
OneRedmond is proud to partner with Business Health Trust to offer affordable medical, vision and dental plans to our members. Request a quote from Business Health Trust here.
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Hard Hat Happy Hour at Verde Esterra Park - Mon, Oct 24th |
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Network with local business and community leaders at the ribbon cutting for one of the nation's most sustainably-designed apartment developments featuring green-living amenities like an onsite market and rentable gear kiosks.
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This event is FREE to OneRedmond members -- registration is required. Non-members may register at the discounted Early Bird Rate of $15 prior to October 15th and $30 following. Space is limited - register today! Unsure if your organization is a OneRedmond member, click here to view our Online Member Directory.
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OneRedmond Sponsorship Opportunities
Did you know that a potential customer needs to see your message seven times before it sinks in? Event sponsorship at any level is a great way to market your business by getting your brand in front of consumers across multiple platforms, repetitively. Below are events in the planning process that are open for sponsorship through the end of 2022:
- Hard Hat Happy Hour
- Sip & Social
- International Winter Market
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OneRedmond Member Benefits & Updates
OneRedmond members receive a host of valuable benefits including access to insurance through our partner, Business Health Trust, free grand opening ribbon cuttings, discounted or complimentary admission to our in-person networking events and more. Click here for more information on membership.
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Morning Mingle with OneRedmond
Join us for our in-person monthly networking series, Morning Mingle with OneRedmond, the last Wednesday of every month. This month's gathering is set for Wednesday, October 26, from 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. at the Redmond Banner Bank, 7950 164th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052. Please be sure to register, to ensure there is plenty of coffee and pastries – kindly provided by Mercurys Coffee Co.
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Benchmark Your Benefits with Business Health Trust
You may be missing out on high-quality health coverage at lower costs. Get a free quote from our partner: Business Health Trust.
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OneRedmond members can save up to 10 – 20% on affordable medical, dental & vision plans from providers like Premera Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente and more. Watch this short video to learn more about Business Health Trust, and how to get a quote.
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OneRedmond Advocacy Update
Recently, the City of Redmond released a draft Redmond 2050 Environmental Impact Study (DEIS) for community review. OneRedmond reviewed the draft EIS and gave point-by-point feedback for the Planning Commission and the City to consider. OneRedmond's primary recommendation was to ensure significant growth in housing and employment opportunities be added to the Downtown Urban Center.
In doing so, the growth would be able to leverage the new light rail station downtown, already existing walkable infrastructure, access to public amenities, and existing small businesses. As a result, the City would provide a variety of new jobs to the thousands of new residents already moving into the downtown area through current development, while creating additional vibrancy through the downtown core.
At the federal level, OneRedmond was pleased to have the opportunity to meet with the Honorable Isabella Casillas Guzman, administrator for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to talk about the successes of our OneEastside SPARK program and the strong partnership we have developed with the SBA over the last two years.
Learn more about OneRedmond's advocacy efforts here.
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Event Recap:
Redmond Small Business Breakfast in Marymoor Area
Redmond Police Chief Darrell Lowe and OneRedmond’s Kristina Hudson, and neighboring business owners discussed concerns, challenges, and ideas for the Marymoor area business district.
Attendees heard updates from Seraphie Allen, Planning & Community Development, Deputy Director, City of Redmond. Those in attendance also had the opportunity to give feedback or ask questions about upcoming projects.
Upcoming Small Business Breakfast Locations:
Overlake, Downtown Light Rail area, Willows Road
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Watch for updates on exact dates of the event in your neighborhood or email info@oneredmond.org for details.
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Welcome New OneRedmond Foundation Board Member
Robert Ferguson
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The OneRedmond Foundation is thrilled to welcome Bob Ferguson as its newest board member. Bob has been a Redmond resident for almost 50 years and is the Founder and owner of the beloved Ben Franklin Crafts & Frames store in downtown Redmond. He is
active as a Trustee with the Evergreen Hospital Foundation and is the founder of Sierra Pacific Crafts, a membership organization devoted to the success of 200 independent craft retailers across the U.S. We are excited that Bob is joining the Foundation board with his wealth of experience, creativity and love for the city of Redmond.
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Redmond 2050 is the City of Redmond’s Comprehensive Plan update. Redmond 2050 will include policy and code updates that may impact your business. |
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Sign up to receive Redmond 2050 – Comprehensive Plan update emails to stay informed of all the ways you can participate in the updates.
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Redmond Lights Participation Opportunities
The City of Redmond has several opportunities for business and community group involvement in the month-long December Redmond Lights celebration at Redmond Downtown Park that is scheduled December 1 - January 4.
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All organizations are invited to join the window decorating contest, apply to host a booth during a Friday night celebration, or become an event sponsor. Businesses and residential communities adjacent to the event site at Downtown Park have additional opportunities for involvement. Learn more and apply for this opportunity here.
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Prop. 1 Redmond Public Safety Levy
The City of Redmond proposes a new public safety levy to maintain existing services and fund innovative service enhancements requested by the community. Prop. 1 will fund quality public safety resources to protect and serve Redmond families, neighborhoods, and small businesses.
Learn more about Prop 1 here.
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Startup425 Foundations Seminars |
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Startup425 is providing free business education courses for those looking to start a business, as well as small business owners needing a refresher. These no-cost, virtual classes take place via Zoom from 6 to 7 p.m.
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- Tues, Oct 11: Understanding The Options for Financing Your Small Business
- Tues, Oct 18: Understanding How Marketing Can Help Launch Your Small Business
- Tues, Oct 25: Managing Your Small Business Finances
- Tues, Nov 1: Cybersecurity
Participants will exit the series with the skills and tools necessary to start or grow a business, including information on developing business plans and strategies, pitching to financial partners, marketing a product or service, and how to best protect your business against cyberthreats. Visit Startup425.org/foundations for more information and to register.
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Programs for Our Redmond
Business & Nonprofit Community
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OneEastside SPARK Webinar Recaps
Employee Benefits Insights for 2023
Your employee benefits package can help set you apart as a great place to work. Learn what employee benefits are trending for 2023 and gain insights to build new employee benefits strategies that can make a difference in the overall well-being of both your employees and your organization.
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Comcast RISE Grant Opportunities
Learn more about the Comcast RISE Investment Fund grant opportunity. The program will be providing 100 small, women- and BIPOC-owned businesses in King and Pierce counties with $10,000 cash awards.
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Workforce Development Events |
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Wednesday, October 26, 2022, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Calling All Employers With Tech Hiring Needs!
Join Computing for All to learn more about the Washington Jobs Initiative, an industry-focused, statewide workforce training collaborative, recipients of a $23.5 million federal EDA Good Jobs Challenge Grant to grow partnerships and programs that combine real-world learning with classroom skills to increase the pool of tech talent available to employers across all industry sectors. Learn how you can leverage these new resources for your current and future recruitment needs! Register here.
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Thursday, November 10, 2022, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Attention All Employers!
Struggling to find employees? Register to participate in the FREE Eastside Virtual Job Fair to access a wider pool of talent to fill your open positions. You will have the opportunity to view resumes and request appointments with job seekers prior to the event, to help you find the best candidates for your open positions. Space is limited - click here to register! This event is being organized and hosted by a partnership of Eastside Cities and WorkSource – Seattle/King County.
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SBA Now Accepting Nominations for 2023 Small Business Awards |
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The SBA is now accepting nominations for the 2023 National Small Business Awards. Nominations are due by December 8, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. PST.
Winners to be announced during National Small Business Week: April 30 - May 6, 2023.
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The Seattle District will be awarding small businesses in these categories:
• Small Business Person of the Year (WA State)
• Exporter of the Year
• 8(a) Graduate of the Year
• Rural Small Business of the Year
• Young Entrepreneur of the Year
To nominate yourself or another small business owner click here.
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Redmond Events
Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. through Oct 29
9900 Willows Road NE, Redmond WA 98052 Near DigiPen and the Willows Run Golf Course. Featuring farm fresh food, crafts, flowers, and live music
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Saturday, December 3 | 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Redmond Downtown Park
On day 2 of the Redmond Lights kickoff, walk the lights and shop booths from the Eastside's international and culturally diverse food vendors, crafters, and businesses! Submit your interest in participating with a booth here by Oct. 21st.
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OneRedmond is the City of Redmond, Washington's Economic Development Enterprise, Chamber of Commerce, and Public Foundation all in one. OneRedmond also houses the SBDC, SCORE & the Washington Interactive Network (WIN). |
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OneRedmond
8383 158th Ave. NE, Suite 225
Redmond, WA 98052
Phone: 425.885.4014
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