THE HARBOR INSIDER

October, 2023

GGHI NEWS

Greater Grays Harbor, Inc. to Host Aberdeen Mayoral Race Candidate Forum

Candidates will have time to present their platforms on economic development, business and Aberdeen’s future as well as answer questions from the audience. 


Message from the CEO

Lynnette recaps Showcase Grays Harbor and the positive sentiments that were felt by the over 100 attendees as well as forecasts upcoming events.


GGHI Request for Proposal Opportunity

GGHI is searching for an event caterer to prepare breakfast and lunch services for roughly 60 guests at an event next month.


October Business Assistance Briefing

ScaleUp Business Training, Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship, and Impact Washington Supplier Scouting and Matching Service are discussed this month.

UPCOMING EVENTS


Oct. 7th: Bigfoot Brewfest


Oct. 14th: PAWS of Grays Harbor 50th Anniversary Celebration


Oct. 14th: Cosi Lions Club Dollar Auction


Oct. 14th - 15th: 30th Annual Cranberry Harvest Festival


Oct. 17th - 22nd: 20th Annual Galway Bay Celtic Music Feis


Oct. 21: Aberdeen Rotary Poker Pub Crawl


Oct. 24: Future of Work Summit & Expo


Oct. 27-29: Habitat for Humanity of Grays Harbor Haunted House


Oct. 31: Ocean Shores Firefighters Halloween Party

La Spiaggia Ristorante's Q2 Member of the Quarter Presentation!

GGHI MEMBER NEWS

Port Welcomes MARAD Administrator for Tour of Terminal 4 Expansion & Redevelopment Project

The Port of Grays Harbor proudly hosted U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration Administrator Rear Admiral Ann C. Phillips, U.S. Navy (Retired), for a briefing and tour on the Terminal 4 Expansion & Redevelopment Project.


GGHI Awards La Spiaggia Ristorante with Member of the Quarter for Q2

After opening La Spiaggia in July of 2022 and quickly becoming members of GGHI, Doug and Rhonda fulfilled their lifelong dream and have not looked back since. 


Coastal Interpretive Center to Host Annual Dinner and Auction

Proceeds from the October 7th event will support their educational programming, outreach, and exceptional exhibits and displays.


Dr. William Dyer Receives Distinguished Alumni Award

The Grays Harbor College Board of Trustees recently recognized Dr. William Dyer for receiving the 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award from the University of Puget Sound. 


Grays Harbor PUD Budget Planning Includes No Rate Increases for Residents

“This is a wonderful piece of news to be able to deliver to our customers,” said Board President Arie Callaghan.  

COMMUNITY NEWS

Updating the Public on Large-Scale Projects at Greater Grays Harbor, Inc.

About 50 people showed up Tuesday for an update on several high-end projects throughout the Harbor at the GGHI event in Aberdeen.


Application for COVID Impacts Recovery Grant Now Open

COVID Impacts Recovery grants offer small, one-time grants to Washington businesses in the arts, heritage, and science sectors to provide funding for recovery from pandemic economic impacts.


GGHI Partnering with Thurston Chamber of Commerce on Future of Work Summit to Develop and Expand Local Workforce Pipelines

Step into a realm of innovation forged by collaborative efforts between business visionaries, educational pioneers, and workforce development champions across a five-county region at the Future of Work Summit on October 24 at Great Wolf Lodge.


PacMtn Encourages Community Members to Take Regional Strategic Workforce Plan Survey

PacMtn is leading the exciting journey to reshape our region's future with their new four-year Workforce Plan, and your input is invaluable! Together, we can turn challenges into opportunities and make an impactful difference in our workforce landscape.

September, 2023 Renewing Members

Chimney Techniques, Inc., KeyBank, Burkhamer Property Services, Casa Mia, City of Aberdeen, Coleman Mortuary, Inc., Grays Harbor Community Foundation, James Donahoe, Journey Travel, SmileRight Orthodontics, Grays Harbor Inn & Suites, Sunset RV & Boat Storage


September, 2023 New Members

OS City Welcome Committee, Briggs Nursery

THANK YOU to our Leader's Circle Members!
Greater Grays Harbor, Inc.
506 Duffy St. Aberdeen, WA 98520
(360) 532-7888
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