FEDERAL STIMULUS PACKAGE- February 2008.
Recently the Federal government passed an Economic Stimulus bill. What does that mean to more than 130 million taxpayers - and YOU?
Visit this link to find out full details.
REGIONAL INVESTMENT BOARD
Small Business Expansion Loan Program
Brochure
Application
Contact Lorraine 503.350.2006 for questions.
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies
New location or remodel planned for 2008? Starting a brand new business? Let us know and help you get the word out!
July 17th, 5-8pm, Murrayhill Dental, 14500 SW Murray-Scholls Dr, #101, Beaverton, 97007
July 24th, 5-7pm, Amato's, 12320 SW 1st Street, Beaverton
Enjoy engaging speakers, fine food and great networking at the monthly business lunch. Occasionally, we will have hosted rotating Table Topic discussion groups – a great way to pick up business tips from the experts while you make new connections.
Beaverton’s Business Lunch meets the third Tuesday of each month.
Get complimentary expert advice at the Table Topics at 11:15; program at noon.
| Date: | July - Summer Break - No luncheon. |
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See you August 19th! |
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PREFERRED MEMBERS SECURE ONLINE REGISTRATION!
GUESTS/NON-MEMBERS REGISTER ONLINE HERE
Educational Series Format for Small and Medium Size Businesses.
Mission: To provide business professionals with practical, effective advice for saving money, making money and building business connections.
Missed a Series? Watch it here 
July - September '08 Business Matters! Series
Technology Management Essentials:
What every Business Owner and Manager must know and use to succeed!
The Business Matters! Business Technology track will provide engaging and interactive sessions to help you plan and lead the way!
Anchored by SonomaTek, Warren Smalley
Meetings are held at the Beaverton Round Training Center, 3rd floor, 12725 SW Millikan Way - Coldwell Banker Bulding from 7:30am to 8:30am. Click here for a map.
Mission, Planning Team, Contact Information - Click Here
Quarterly Series Information - Click Here
Call for Speakers - Click Here
Whether you are pitching a product or marketing your business, selling is an essential survival skill. The Sales Tune-up is a lively forum for learning the latest trends or tweaking your techniques. Hear the hottest business books on tape and discuss them with your colleagues.
Join Ham Thorne,
Sales Tune-up Chair, (503) 645-7905
The Sales Tune-up meets Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 a.m. at the Beaverton Chamber offices at 12655 SW Center Street, Suite 140. Admission is free, Chair: Ham Thorne, Directors Mortgage.,
503-645-7905, email Ham.
| Date: | Friday, July 4th, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:45 - 9:00am |
| Location: | No Coffee Connection this week. |
| Contact: | Lonnie Martinez, 503-333-7854, or email Lonnie. |
Mix and mingle at this monthly after-work event. Network in a relaxed atmosphere and enjoy food and drink. Win door prizes and discover new business connections.
The Business After Hours meets at a different business every month. To host, contact Shelley Johnson, Beaverton Chamber, (503) 350-2007 or Shelley@beaverton.org.
To see our Full Calendar of Events - click here!
| Date: | Wednesday, June 25th |
| Time: | 5 - 7pm |
| Location: | The Streets of Tanasbourne |
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| Contact: | Shelley Johnson (email: Shelley @ beaverton.org) |
Building Community Leaders
Since 1997, Leadership Beaverton has prepared 256 citizens to improve our community through service and participation.
Leadership Beaverton's mission statement is "To develop a diverse network of visionary civic and business leaders who act in accordance with the principles of community-centered stewardship."
For more information click here!
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Westside Young Professionals is a program that focuses on young professionals in the Washington County area, who want to connect with one another at non-traditional networking events. WYP helps professionals become leaders, have a voice in the community and develop skills for the future.
Join us at WYP and Visualize your Drive. Be the driving force to find your success! Join WYP at Meriwether National Golf Course to play the green (of life) like a pro by taking charge of your course. Create your own strategic plan and go from hitting bogies to eagles with great tips from business Coach Dave Chin and your peers, all while meeting new people and having fun on the greens .Every WYP Event features GREAT non-traditional networking, professional development and the opportunity to make real connections among your peer group, and our July 17th event is no exception. Join WYP at Meriwether National Golf Course and walk away with inspiration to help you succeed beyond the putting green. Register Now! SPECIAL FEATURE: Head out to Meriwether early on July 17th for a special WYP Golf foresome, 2PM tee time. Space is limited, please contact Glenn Young at 503-513-9157 or email Glenn. |
Location:Meriwether National Golf Course• 5200 SW Rood Bridge Road Hillsboro, OR 97123•
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| Dress: Business Casual. No golf experience required, please bring a putter. |
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| Preferred Pricing $15 Adv/$25 Door - online |
Standard Pricing $20 Adv/$25 Door - online |
| Call the Chamber at 503-644-0123 now to find out how you can save money on the Westside Young Professional registration. Ask about the annual pass and save $$$$. |
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| This month's Networking Sponsors: WYP Program Sponsors:
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