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Chamber News
May Luncheon

Please note that we will be meeting the THIRD Thursday in May as Chamber Staff will be out of town during our normally scheduled luncheon days, to attend the AWB Spring Meeting and Chamber Master training course

Thank you for your understanding!

When: May 18th at 11:00am

Program: Dave Mastin, Vice President of Government Affairs at AWB, joins us to discuss the 2023 legislative recap from a business standpoint

Hosted by: First Christian Church

Catered by: Whiskey Gulch
GreenDrinks
Are you interested in hosting a GreenDrinks event?
Find more information on our website
News You Can Use
All Chambers Survey
Q: How do you feel about the ecommerce element of your business?
It is critical and working well
It is important, but needs improvement
It's doing just fine
It needs a lot of work
I wish we had one
Not relevant to my business
Business Health Trust
Does your current benefits package offer your employees total health in body, mind and spirit? 

Our benefits partner, Business Health Trust is always adding new benefits that care for the total health of your employees and their families.

Now in addition to exclusive health insurance plans from major carriers, BHT also offers affordable 401(k) plans, mental health benefits, and a new, and improved EAP program.
 
Learn what a benefits package from an Association Health Plan can mean for you and your employees.
 
Visit bhtquote.com to learn more and get a free quote.
Business News
Long Term Care Tool Kit Update
The WA Cares Fund team published a new and improved toolkit for employers, business and professional organizations, community groups and anyone who wants to communicate about the WA Cares Fund. We know Washington workers have many questions about the program and we want to equip you with the answers and materials you need! 
You can find the new toolkit at www.wacaresfund.wa.gov/toolkit
Small Business Index

Inflation remains top concern of small businesses across country Read the Q1 2023 report Q1 2023 Report Highlights The MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index score for Q1 is 60.0. The Index score for Q4 2022 was 62.1.

Read more
www.uschamber.com
Remote Work Certificate Program
 Washington State University Extension is partnering with Utah State University Extension to offer the Remote Worker Certificate to Washington residents to prepare them to take advantage of remote work opportunities.

The four-week course helps prepare Washington residents for remote work opportunities, which have increased by 173% since 2005.

Program Details
  • The course will take approximately 30 hours over four weeks
  • There will be one interactive workshop each week with other students and coaches
  • The course work is spread over 9 modules.
  • You will be assigned a coach to provide support during the course
  • The registration fee is $299. There are scholarships available for those living in the Avista service area who are unemployed.
  • Participants will receive a course certificate upon completion and join a growing alumni network, where you can share and receive information, job postings, and tips moving forward
2 FREE Marketing Webinars 
Are you marketing a business on social media? Do you have a tight budget? Learn how to build a powerful online presence and community for your business. We'll cover organic methods of growing your audience and your brand that are critical for social media marketing success whether you have an advertising budget or not.

Smart Principles of Marketing Messaging - Wednesday, 4/19, 11am-12pm
In this session, we will cover the smart principles of marketing messaging and psychological tactics to help you get and keep your audience's attention. Learn tricks you can use with your brand to make an impact on your target market. This is an example-heavy event, analyzing marketing techniques that different companies use and distilling them into lessons that small businesses can apply.
Community News
Caregiver Community Meetings
Friday, April 14th – 4pm – 5:30 pm – Sylvan Way library – Heninger room 
 
Saturday, April 15th – 10:30am – 12pm – Poulsbo– Vibe Coworks – "The Hive"
 
Tuesday, April 18th – 5:30 – 7pm – (via zoom)
Are You Interested in Running for Office?

The City of Port Orchard is hosting a Candidate's Forum to help answer questions and learn lessons from the trenches from former and current councilmembers, Kitsap County Auditor's office, and Port Commissioners.
Chamber Scholarship Opportunities
The South Kitsap Chamber of Commerce is proud to offer three scholarships available to graduating seniors from the South Kitsap School District.

We will be offering two $500 Scholarships for students pursuing additional education in business and one scholarship for a student who has demonstrated a commitment to the South Kitsap Community through service and volunteering. 

You can download the applications on our website. 

Applications are due back to the Chamber office by May 16th at 5:00 pm.
Port Orchard Events
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Share this link so everyone knows where to go to find or promote an upcoming event.
Upcoming Events
South Kitsap Chamber Of Commerce
360.876.3505
1014 Bay St. #3 Port Orchard, WA 98366