April 20, 2021 Covington Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
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Resiliency - Recovery - Thriving in 2021

Thoughts and stories - reflecting on the past year and getting clear about how to have a strong 2021.

Speaker: Kevin Grossman is a business advisor with the Small Business Center at Green River College. In that role, he works with hundreds of companies each year on a range of issues, from startup to exit, from internal growth to growing through buying other companies, on topics including finance, marketing, operations, and strategic planning, including many in the Covington area.

This is a FREE education opportunity from the Covington Chamber of Commerce.

WE WILL "SEE" YOU SOON VIA ZOOM!


Meeting ID: 813 7166 3986
Passcode: 059398
Open House Tonight
Last Chance for an Ad in the
2021-2022 Covington Chamber Directory
DEADLINE: April 26
We have just a few ad spots left - we are extending the deadline until April 26!
We are hard at work on the 2021-2022 Covington Chamber directory, and we want to feature YOU and YOUR BUSINESS! Each member receives a complimentary text listing, but you can stand out with a display ad or enhanced listing (text + small image), starting at just $75!

We also have 1/8, 1/4 and 1/2 page ads available (sorry, the full page ads have sold out already)!

We put the directories all over town and post to our website. It is a great way to showcase your company and stand out from the crowd. If you haven't already purchased your ad, contact us now to reserve your spot. All ads are due by the end of April, so we can start designing.

Visit our website for advertising opportunities or contact us now to be sure your ad is included.
Vine Maple Place is hiring!
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Vine Maple, a nonprofit dedicated to ending homelessness, is hiring! Visit their website for important jobs to be filled. Learn more!
Get your business noticed on Facebook!
Want to see your member business featured on Facebook? Here are a few ways to do it:

  • Like us and follow us on Facebook!
  • Tag us in your Facebook posts
  • Let us know when you have news to share (e.g., events, awards, recognition, etc.)
  • Contact us to request a Member Spotlight.

These are easy, FREE ways Covington Chamber members can get their organizations noticed! Contact us today for details!

Member News
April is Financial Wellness Month.
Covington Rotary
Mask-er-Aid Ball, May 8
BECU - Early Saver Promo
Through April 30
Early Savers
It is never too early to start saving money. Now through April 30, BECU is offering an Early Saver promo. Now through April 30th sign up for an Early Saver account and receive a free piggy bank when you mention promo code CUYOUTHMONTH, while supplies last. Learn more.
Alzheimer's Association Events: May 2021
Alzheimer's Association Events: May 2021
Third Thursday Happy Hour
Thanks to everyone who joined us for Third Thursday Happy Hour last week! We had a small group but it was a lot of fun. Please join us in May! The event is free, but please RSVP for small group networking, so we can set up enough breakout rooms.

  • Introductions and cocktail/mocktail sharing (show us your beverage of choice - cocktail, mocktail, coffee, tea, whatever you're enjoying)
  • A group activity
  • Small group networking
  • Door prizes

Our May sponsors are Cosmic Bottles and Walls of Books!
Want to sponsor a future event? Contact us at info@covingtonchamber.org!
WE WANT YOU!
Board of Director and CEDC Vacancies

VOLUNTEERS WANTED! The Covington Chamber will have several vacancies on its Board of Directors at year-end and a few open spots on the Covington Economic Development Council (CEDC - pronounced "SEE-DIS") at the end of July.

If you want to help shape the future of Covington and the Chamber, consider serving in one of these important roles.
Last chance to apply for scholarships
-- deadline May 1!
There is still time to apply for a scholarship through the Covington Chamber of Commerce or Richard & Ina Balash. Deadline: May 1, 2021. Don't miss out on this great opportunity -- share with your family and friends!
Stay up to date on the latest Chamber news. Follow us on social media!
COVID-19 RESOURCES/INFORMATION
Please remember that COVID-19 updates are fluid and ever changing. Make sure to follow credible sources of information and always fact check. If you have questions please contact us so that we may direct you to the correct source and provide up to date information: info@covingtonchamber.org
CDC
UPCOMING EVENTS
SAVE THE DATES!

5/13/2021: Monthly Lunch-IN, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. featuring Kevin Grossman of the Green River Small Business Development Center

5/20/2021: Third Thursday Happy Hour, 5 - 6 p.m. The event is free but please RSVP so we can group people together for small-group networking! Visit our Facebook event page for details and sign up here!


 
Promote Your Events! Email us with event details at info@covingtonchamber.org.
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