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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!

January 30th, 9:30am, Johnson & Associates Ameriprise Financial Services, 14675 SW Millikan Way, Beaverton

February 6th, 9:30am, United Studios of Self Defense, 11633 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy, Beaverton.


For your ribbon cutting, Click Here

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.

Full Program Details Here!

Date: January 20, 2009
Location: Stockpot, 8200 Scholls Ferry Road, Beaverton
Sponsor:
   
Speakers
The Boogie Moms - Julie & Mindee
Topic

Up in a Down Economy - How Two Oregon Moms Boogied to the Top in Tough Economic Times
Two Beaverton entreprenuers that have shot to the top with a creative idea, perseverance, incredible energy and spirit. Come hear their story of how they do it all. Learn from two that have taken their idea over lunch to a multi-million dollar venture.

 


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

October - December '08 Business Matters! Series

Networking strategically generates leads, increases credibility, and leads to new opportunities.
The Business Matters! Networking Series will open doors to great things.

Anchored by Connectworks, Kathie Nelson


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.

Cost: Complimentary to preferred members, Guests $5.

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.

The Westside's premier networking group. Join with 100+ business folks each Friday at a different Chamber member's location. Build relationships and generate leads!
Date: Friday, January 9th, 2009
Time: 7:45 - 9:00am
Location:

Tri-D Fitness, 8538 SW Appleway, Portland

Contact: Kelly Hobson, 503-504-4424, or email Kelly.

 

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, January 28th
Time: 5 - 7pm
Location : Shilo Inn, 9900 SW Canyon Road, Beaverton
Sponsor:
 
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!


       
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.

BOND MEASURES - 100% Success

YES! Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue - RENEWS CURRENT TAX LEVY FOR EMERGENCY FIRE AND MEDICAL SERVICES – 34-154
PASSED!

YES! Tualatin Hills Park & Rec – BONDS TO PRESERVE NATURAL AREAS, WATER, IMPROVE PARKS, CREATE TRAILS – 34-156
PASSED!

YES! Portland Community College - PORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE BONDS TO UPDATE, EXPAND LOCAL EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES, 26-95
PASSED!

YES! City of Beaverton – Chapter 44 Amendment to the City Charter allowing for Urban Renewal – 34-156
PASSED!