April 2014
Luncheon Speakers
Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce luncheon meetings are held at the Port Townsend Elks Lodge, 555 Otto St., at noon each Monday, federal holidays excluded. Everyone is welcome!
April 7 - Allyson Brooks
Washington State’s Historic Preservation Officer, will be discussing the value of heritage tourism and current strategies to promote our heritage for its tourism potential. Sponsor NW Maritime Center
April 14 Ramon Dailey
Ramon from Dailey Computer Services will discuss basic network security from the outside in. Sponsor Kristin Manwaring Insurance
April 21 - Ginnette Dalton & Kristin Manwaring Insurance experts reveal everything you need to know about tax-free Health Savings Accounts. Sponsor Circle & Square Auto
April 28 - Sarah Speath
The Executive Director of Jefferson Land Trust, talks about Farms and Forests: Working into the Future. Sponsor Ravenscroft Inn
Peninsula Credit Union gives back In 1935, workers from the Rainier Pulp and Paper Company joined together to start what would eventually become Peninsula Credit Union. Rainier research scientists perfected the world’s first pulp made from hemlock designed especially for making rayon. These hard working people knew something about innovation and thrift. We carry those same values today. Their business philosophy is best described by their mission statement: “We listen, we serve, we educate, we care... always.” They are conscious of their roots, mindful of their responsibilities and energized by their potential to aid their members in an increasingly complex financial world. They are involved in their communities and, like the rest of us, appreciative of the dramatic beauty and riches of the Olympic Peninsula. From the start, Peninsula Credit Union has supported the communities east of Puget Sound. The innovative, thrifty people who established the not-for-profit then identified strong community values which still guide the organization today. They provide much-needed financial education and services…they help people, especially in difficult times. In addition to providing exemplary customer service, Peninsula Credit Union gives back – in a big way. While their leadership team works to build the community, participating in the local Chambers of Commerce, the Soroptimist Club and multiple scholarships throughout the area,
The staff at Peninsula Credit Union is, from left to right: Polleen Delaney, Branch Consumer Loan Officer, Diane Kenyon, Branch Manager, Emilie Baker, Member Service Representative and Dorleta Davis, Account Representative. the entire staff takes a handson approach to service through education in local schools, Day of Caring, Relay for Life, Credit Union for Kids benefit for Seattle Children’s, and much more. PCU has also created a program at local libraries to provide financial education resources and has partnered with local businesses to host speakers for community events. Peninsula Credit Union is a federally chartered credit union and is regulated by the National Credit Union Administration. Everyone who lives, works, worships, goes to school in Kitsap, Mason, Jefferson, Clallam or Grays Harbor County and/or the immediate family related to a cur- Peninsula Credit Union is a federally chartered credit union and is regurent member is eligible to join. lated by the National Credit Union Administration.
Chamber young professionals pay it forward By Jordan Eades It seems like just yesterday, when a group of bright, motivated, young professionals came together to discuss how we could enrich our communities by uniting and developing our roles in business, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Our vision was to create “the land of local opportunity” for young professionals in Jefferson County. Over the last few years, The JCCC Young Professionals Network has strived to create a platform for our members to build relationships, develop professionally, become civically active, and contribute to the economic development and high quality living of our communities. Today, YPN continues with a momentum that has surpassed initial expectations. Our roster has grown to about 350 young professionals from a wide cross-section of careers and industries. Young professionals are
rising to the challenge, and taking on leadership roles in Chamber, Main Street, Team Jefferson and school board. They are lending their voices to improve the future of Jefferson County by participating in collective impact. And, they are creating businesses such as the CoLab, which support independent business professionals by providing a co-working space to collaborate and share ideas. Crucial to the continued success of YPN are the Chamber’s three cornerstone programs: Test Labs, mentorship provided by our business leaders and the opportunity for YP’s to “pay it forward” by providing guidance and insight to our high school students. Test Labs hold space for intimate, engaging and thought-provoking discussion. Held at the CoLab, on the last Thursday of each month, these sessions help participants connect with members of our business community
in a relaxed atmosphere. The Mentorship Program was created to enhance quality of life for young professionals in Jefferson County by empowering them to develop, expand, and achieve their career goals. This free, 12week program connects YP’s with local mentors, many of whom have extensive professional experience and education. By connecting young professionals with established business leaders, everyone wins. The workforce is infused with new ideas and new energy, and the young professionals have the chance to create new connections in the community, build professional skills and explore leadership opportunities. Education and connecting to the next generation of business leaders has been the focus of the YP to youth mentorship program. Last year, YPN tested internship programs that allowed students to experience working in their field of choice, as well as the oppor-
tunity to interview young professional business owners for FBLA projects. We look forward to continuing this program and helping our youth learn more about our business community. The energy, enthusiasm and talent of the Young Professionals Network stands out as an encouraging asset in developing Jefferson County’s future. In 2014, YPN will continue to provide networking opportunities, programs that support and encourage our future leaders, as well as programs that educate and engage the next generation of local entrepreneurs. For more information visit: http:// jeffcountychamber.org/building-community/chamber-young-professionalsnetwork. Jordan Eades is a co-owner of Hope Roofing and president-elect of the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce.
Briefly The following Chamber of Commerce meetings: • April 8, 5:30 to 7 p.m. - After Hours Mixer - Hosted by Noon Rotary at The CoLab, 237 Taylor St., 2nd Fl. • April 9, 8 to 9 a.m. – Executive Board meeting at VIC, 440 12th St. Port Townsend. • April 15, 4:30 to 6 p.m. - Board of Directors meeting at Hope Roofing, 105 Louisa St., Port Townsend. • April 17, 5:30 to 7 p.m. - Ambassador meeting. Check chamber website for location. • April 24, 5:30 to 7 p.m. - YPN Test Lab at The CoLab, 237 Taylor St., 2nd fl., Port Townsend.
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Glow Natural Skin Care cut the ribbon on its new location with help from the chamber. From left to right are: Karen Anderson (VIC), Suzanne Hempstead, Debra Rogers (Nerium Anti-Aging Skin Care), Bekka Bloom (Skookum), Benita Zink (VIC), Connie Segal (Owner), Karen Putterman (VIC), Laura Brackenridge (JCCC), Terri Swanson (VIC), Vi Koenig (PT Laundromat & Self Service Car Wash). 2 April 2014 Jefferson County Chamber Newsletter
Creating value can be game changer; it starts with a human connection
By Richard Bechtel The wheel. The harnessing of fire. The printing press. The Calculus. The computer. The Internet. What do these and scores of other breakthroughs throughout history have in common? Two things, according to Toronto-based Ennova: They all created value, and they all were game-changers. Further, the way in which they created value followed a common pattern that has remained unchanged throughout human history. It is as true today as ever, and it can be a source of genuine insight for any organization. What is this pattern? Here’s how Ennova described it in “The Universal Pattern of Value Creation:” It begins with our universal human emotions love, security, belonging, power, need for connection, communication, etc. A bit like Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. These are the emotions that drive our decisions and behavior, the ones we seek to optimize. All of these major breakthroughs - new technologies, new ways of communicating, new inventions - were game changers because they made it possible for people to express one or more of these universal emotions in new and better ways. Some examples: • We achieved better health and greater warmth and safety thanks to the harnessing of fire. • We gained the ability to share our thoughts far more widely and saw tre-
mendous cultural advances thanks to the invention of the printing press. • The telephone greatly enhanced people’s interconnectedness, which strengthened our relationships, expedited our activities and improved our social well-being. • And, virtually every facet of our personal and professional lives was profoundly impacted by the introduction of the personal computer and, later, the Internet. Each of these game changers took the form of what Ennova calls a “disruptor.” By acting upon one or more of the fundamental emotional drivers, the disruptor enables a new behavioral norm to surface. One way of doing things evolves into another, better way of doing things. As a result, our lives and relationships are enhanced, and the world around us is improved in some profound, material way. So an initial motivator plus a disruptor equals a new behavioral norm, which leads to more and better relations and improved lives. No matter what game-changing introduction you choose, its effect and consequences follow this same pattern. It is the universal pattern of value creation. How is this relevant? It’s interesting that, for every one of these breakthroughs, there were scores of other inventions that were novel and seemed impressive but failed to achieve notoriety. The difference was that those inventions did not produce the same
game-changing impact on these core emotional drivers. There are seeds of wisdom here for any organization: No matter what you provide to the marketplace, you are engaged in an effort to create value. We like to think we’re succeeding at that, but often we’re not so much creating value as replicating it. Someone else actually created the value, and we’re putting our own version of it out there - piggybacking, so to speak. This happens especially when we think too much about features and benefits instead of how we’re changing or enhancing people’s lives. This is not to say that you aren’t delivering value unless you’re producing a breakthrough. What it does suggest is that there is real merit in taking a fresh look at who your customers are and how they actually employ your products or services. How do you fit into their world? What core needs or emotions are involved? How can you meet more of these needs, or meet the same ones better, and thereby improve their lives? It comes down to thinking not in terms of product features and benefits, but of effects and consequences. We are all in the business of value creation, and value creation begins by understanding your customers. Years ago, as marketing director at a large regional CPA firm, I got involved in helping the firm’s management consulting team rethink their value equation. We went round-and-round on
the things they did, the things they provided to customers (primarily IT support). They kept thinking in terms of improved efficiency, greater speed, better responsiveness, etc. They were reinventing the same wheel over and over. Finally, we decided to conduct a couple of focus groups, and an epiphany emerged: If we truly looked at this from the client’s point of view, and particularly thought in terms of the core emotions - the core motivators - involved, it turned out that what we really were selling was peace of mind. From that perspective, the products and services were not ends, in themselves, but means to an end. It led to a complete revision of the group’s message strategy, and produced a significant upturn in business. This is the foundational principle that underlies the science of strategic positioning - uncovering a core need or value in the mind of the customer, then finding a way to link your product or service to it. It’s called “occupying a position” in the consumer’s mind. Yet, while these concepts are nothing new, they still are not practiced widely. I’ve witnessed this approach many times in many different venues, and have never failed to see it produce breakthroughs. Why not give it a try in your organization, and see what it produces for you? Richard Bechtel is the owner and founder of the Bechtel Consulting Group.
Entrepreneurs feel growing confidence Buoyed by belief in an improving economy, the nation’s newest business owners’ confidence leapt in the fourth-quarter 2013 Kauffman/LegalZoom Startup Confidence Index. The survey data, released today by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation and LegalZoom, showed that 91 percent of these entrepreneurs were confident or very confident that company profitability would increase in the next 12 months. The result was a stunning jump of 5 percentage points over the third-quarter survey, and an all-time high for the study, which debuted in first quarter 2012. “These findings reflect increasing positive economic news, such as the falling unemployment rate,” said Dane Stangler, vice president of Research and Policy at the Kauffman Foundation. “This jump in optimism among entrepreneurs is a good sign for the economy because despite the recovery, we still need more entrepreneurial growth.” Leading the way were the youngest entrepreneurs. Eighteen- to 30-year-olds and 31- to 40-year-olds expressed 94 percent and 95 percent confidence levels, respectively. Though confidence dropped 1 percentage point from the previous survey for the 18- to 30-year-olds, it rose 1 point for the 31- to 40-year-olds, marking the highest level for that group in any of the previous surveys. Startup owners’ positive expectations were fostered by growing confidence in U.S. economic performance and consumer demand. Seventy-nine percent are confident the economy will improve or stay the same in the next 12 months, a marked increase of 9 percentage points over the third-quarter survey. Anticipation of growing consumer demand grew higher still, with 55 percent of entrepreneurs saying they believe consumer demand will increase moderately or significantly in the next 12 months, a striking 13 point increase from the previous survey and the highest number in any of the 2013 surveys. Plans to hire additional employees also rose, from 36 percent in the third quarter to 43 percent in the most recent survey.
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Volunteers visit Old Consulate, Wandering Wardrobe, Glow By Karen Anderson Sometimes you just want to relax. Locals and visitors alike all need a little R&R sometimes. Here is a quick itinerary to keep you feeling good. These businesses graciously hosted Visitor Information Center volunteers for Familiarization Tours last month and showed us how to relax like royalty.
consignment shop. This isn’t just any secondhand store. Beverly only takes the best items. “I’m really picky at the point of entry. I want to have the best things.” She and her employees have a knack for finding exactly what you’re looking for, or better, what you would like to become. The Wandering Wardrobe has exactly what you may be looking to fit into for the annual OLD CONSULATE INN Steampunk Festival, or The most amazfor a themed party. But ing smells greet you as this isn’t just a costume you walk into the Old shop either. Consulate Inn (1889“I want it to feel like 1904). They are the a boutique,” Beverly smells of home cooking, says of the vibe she is Grandma’s house when creating with her styles. the grandkids come You will find everything over, wood polish, dried from Victorian-themed flowers, and history. The to 1980s retro to high Old Consulate has been end name brands to a B&B for many years, sweet creations from and was bought two Beverly’s own clothing years ago by Cindy Madline. She has a gift for sen and Nathan Barnett who quickly established Visitor Center volunteers test out the dining room at the Old Consulate Inn. The Old Consulate Inn has been a B&B turning your feeling into an outfit, and the store to for many years, and was bought two years ago by Cindy Madsen and Nathan Barnett. their relevance in Port make it happen. Townsend by becoming of B&Bs. the Victorian aesthetic throughout. Rooms on residents, and guests, Wandering Wardheavily involved in sev“Victorian always in mind, they wanted to the southern side of the and the good vibes crerobe • 936 Washington eral organizations. Their incorporate some of the house incorporate the ated within still resonate Continued on Page 5 touchstone though is the seemed special,” Cindy said on why they chose elements that are not turret as sitting areas today. B&B. And what better St., PT • 379-4691 • to operate a B&B out typically found in Victo- looking out onto the Old Consulate Inn caretakers can the Old www.wanderingwardrian B&Bs. They have a bay. Sloped ceilings on • 313 Walker St., PT • Consulate ask for? Cindy of a Queen Anne Vicrobe.com torian home. Keeping dog friendly room, and the third floor give the 385-6753 • www.oldand Nathan are big fans an inexpensive room that rooms a cozy feeling, but consulateinn.com GLOW keeps its rate low year watch your head when Now that you’ve round. you wake up! Part of a WANDERING WARDROBE purchased your outfit for Cindy and Nathan B&B’s popularity comes After your deliyour night out in Port also have made their in the form of a good cious breakfast at the Townsend, you need to B&B completely accescook armed with great Old Consulate, take a Call the business technology experts! relax. Continue strollsible and friendly by breakfast ideas, and The walk down Washington ing down Washington removing some of the Old Consulate does not COMPTIA A+ Certified Service Center Street into downtown Street to the end where smaller antiques which disappoint. Each mornPort Townsend. The you will find a complex were sold with the home ing guests are met with first store you will come Flash Drives • Speakers • Webcams • Anti-Virus/Spyware which is quickly becomand were always in a three-course breakfast to is the Wandering ing the center of relaxPrinters • Ink • Photo & Print Paper • Blank CD/DVDs danger of being brotailored to any dietary Wardrobe. Though it’s ation, with massage, ken. They also added a restriction. If asked, PCs • Macs • Cellphone Accessories and Prepaid Minutes only been in its current soaking tubs, and facials. gazebo, moved the roses Cindy will give the true location since 2008, the Glow Natural Skin to the front garden, and and entertaining history Wandering Wardrobe Port Townsend Computers made the library, and Care, formerly Connie of the Frank Hastings has been dressing Port Visit our store at 1200 West Sims Way, Suite B Segal Natural Skin Care, basement game room House, also known as the Townsend’s finest since Port Townsend • M-F: 10-6; Sat: 10-4 opened its new doors on areas to relax. Rooms Old Consulate Inn. The 1998. Owner, Beverly 360-379-0605 Gallery Walk in Februvary in size and but house has never been Michaelson loves the Olympic Peninsula’s only ary. Connie has expandauthorized service center for the Victorian intenempty. It has always sense of play that comes Apple warranty repairs. sity remains consistent been full of families, Continued on Page 5 with the clothes in her 4 April 2014 Jefferson County Chamber Newsletter
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Glow Natural Skin Care, formerly Connie Segal Natural Skin Care, opened its new doors on Gallery Walk in February. Continued from Page 4 ed her business to include a wet room for body scrubs. Previously, ladies would have to go as far as Lynnwood to find this service. Connie’s focus has always been on the lymphatic system, so everything she does is with purpose and a focus on your health. From one room to the next, bright colors, high windows allowing ambient light, and original art by Connie keep you in that state of relaxation. Services include facials, body scrubs, sugaring, tinting, and more! Stop in and chat with Connie about your needs! Glow • 244 Monroe St., PT • 821-1718 • www.glownaturalskincare.com
Business builders Chamber Executive Director Teresa Verraes has some fun at a recent mixer with Working Image.
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FERINO’S PIZZERIA Ferino’s Pizzeria is having a grand ReOpening March 29. It’s the same staff that’s been here for years, just a new owner. Ferino’s Pizzeria staff takes pride in having served Jefferson County since 1986. Longtime manager and new owner Adam Burns is looking forward to carrying on the tradition of a family friendly environment and over the top service that has made Ferino’s such a
sources for non-profit and for profit organizations in Washington, Alaska and California and Gigi Callaizakis, who has provided contracted Human Resources services for organizations on the Olympic Peninsula through her company, Harmonia, LLC joined forces as FullCircle HR, LLC in the last quarter of 2013. Together, they have over 40 years of Professional Human Resources experience. Full-Circle HR is poised to serve employers success all these years. In on the Olympic Peninsula fact, Ferino’s ingrained and surrounding areas. mission is: “We create We understand smaller happiness by cooking and serving the best pizza employers do not have the resources to hire a Human in a clean and friendly Resource employee, nor place, better than anyone else.” Ferino’s Pizzeria is do they have the time to fully understand all the located at 846 Ness’ Corintricacies of employment ner Rd. in Port Hadlock. and labor law. Larger For an online menu go to Ferinos.com or to reach by employers can also find themselves short of staffphone at 360-385-0840. ing to handle additional projects and higher level FULL CIRCLE Human Resource needs. HUMAN RESOURCES By offering our expertise Betsi Farrell, former and our access to a wealth Director of Human Reof resources, through project-based services and Human Resources “ondemand,” to these employers we believe we can fill a much needed gap. This allows employers to attend to the purpose of their business while we provide a cost-effective solution for HR Administration needs. Full-Circle HR offices
Marrowstone Vineyards will open for the season the weekend of May 3 and 4 as part of the Olympic Peninsula Wine and Cheese festival. and opened the doors of are located at 211 Taylor olympicpeninsulawineries. their tasting room in July St., Suite 5 in the Mount org. of 2012. Their winery Baker Block Building in Ken and Judith both downtown Port Townsend. is beautifully situated on prefer drinking dry wines a hill that slopes down Please call at 360-385so the wines they make 9800 or email us at betsi@ to the vineyard and are crisp and clean, emoverlooks Puget Sound, full-circlhr.com or gigi@ phasizing the natural fruit Whidbey Island and the full-circlehr.com to find fragrances and flavors. snow-capped peaks of the This year they are releasout more about how our services may assist you in Cascades. The winery ing an Oregon Pinot Gris, building was originally a your business. You may a Riesling from central horse barn, but after major Washington grapes and a also visit our website at renovation, now features www.full-circlehr.com. spiced apple wine from expansive decks, an fruit grown on Marrowupstairs gallery displaystone Island. MARROWSTONE ing local art and a tasting Marrowstone VineVINEYARDS room also decorated with yards is located at 423 Marrowstone Vinelocal art. For the wine and Meade Road and is open yards will open for the cheese festival, visitors weekends, noon to 5 p.m., season the weekend of can pair delicious goat from the beginning of May 3 and 4 as part of cheese made by Mystery May through the end of the Olympic Peninsula Bay Farm, also located October and also by apWine and Cheese festival. on Marrowstone Island. pointment. More informaWinery owners Ken and Information about the tion is available by calling Judith Collins arrived on festival and the nine 360 385 5239 or visiting Marrowstone Island in participating wineries and the website Marrowston2006, planted a two and eVineyards.com. half acre vineyard in 2008 cideries can be found at
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Meet the board of the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce. Pictured in the front row, left to right, are: Mari Stuart, Suzy Carroll, Tanya Rublaitus, Vi Koenig, and Katherine Baril. In the back row are: Mendi Short, Susan Windle, Jordan Eades, Kris Nelson, Heather Bailey, Austin Henry, Dominic Svornich, Amanda Funaro, Jennefer Wood, Events Coordinator Laura Brackenridge and Executive Director Teresa Verraes. Not pictured are Will O’Donnell and Nancy McConaghy.
Chamber contacts CHAMBER STAFF
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Executive Director Teresa Verraes director@jeffcountychamber.org
President Amanda Funaro NW Maritime Center
Event Coordinator Laura Brackenridge admin@jeffcountychamber.org 385-7869 VIC Manager Karen Anderson info@jeffcountychamber.org (360) 385-2722
President Elect Jordan Eades Hope Roofing Past President Dominic Svornich Kitsap Bank Vice President, Records Mari Stuart Community Enrichment Alliance
Vice President, Membership Vi Koenig Port Townsend Laundromat & Self Service Car Wash
Kris Nelson Sirens, Alchemy, Addie Mae’s
Vice President Outreach Heather Bailey Jefferson Healthcare
Susan Windle Resort at Port Ludlow
DIRECTORS Suzy Carroll Uptown Nutrition Katherine Baril Small Business Consultant Tanya Rublaitus Port Townsend Schools
Austin Henry Altas Technologies
Nancy McConaghy Coldwell Banker Mendi Short Victoria House Jennefer Wood Maestrale
Will O’Donnell Jefferson County Farmer’s Markets Advertising Catherine Brewer The Leader 360-385-2900 The content of this publication is prepared by the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce for its members. We welcome submissions. Send articles and photos to director@ jeffcountychamber.org or mail to 440 12th St. Port Townsend, WA 98368.
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Leverage your chamber benefits There are many ways to leverage your Chamber membership and create opportunities for your business. • Write an article for the monthly newsletter: 500 words relevant to the business community (not an ad). • Provide a picture of and brief write-up about your collaboration with another Chamber member to post on our blog and in the newsletter. • Make a special offer available to Chamber members and get your name on this list that is handed out to all new (and potential) members. • Join the Ambassadors: They meet once a month to plan ribbon cuttings, brainstorm potential new members and enjoy each other’s company. • Join the Board of Directors: You can be a part of the action from the inside out. Influence
Chamber decisions. • Join a committee: There are many committees to choose from that can use your support. • Volunteer at the Visitor’s Information Center (VIC). • Join our Young Professionals . Brainstorm ways to get more young business people involved in Chamber. • Attend a member lunch meeting (every Monday at noon): Bring your business cards and connect with others. Make a brief announcement about a special event or offer. • YPN: Young Professionals Network (last Thursday monthly): A chance to network with your peers. • Ribbon Cuttings: Come join our Ambassadors at ribbon cuttings to connect with new members. • After Hour Mixers (2nd Tuesday monthly):
Bring business cards and mingle with fellow members and guests. • Sponsor a lunch meeting: Get your five minutes of fame! Tell our members about your business, place fliers on the tables and provide a memorable raffle prize. • Schedule a ribbon cutting: Have our Ambassadors give you the red carpet treatment. Your photo will be in the newsletter! • Host an After Hours Mixer: Get on the list to host a mixer and get members inside your doors to enjoy food, beverages and new friends in a more relaxed way. • Buy an advertisement in our monthly newsletter. • Upgrade your membership for added benefits. • Expanded Internet listing on website and PTguide.com.
• Brochure/Menu rackcard service at VIC. • Have your 8 ½ x 11 flier placed inside the monthly newsletter for added exposure. • Place an ad or announcement in our weekly member e-newsletter. • Place banner ad on Chamber website. • Upgrade to “Business Builder” enhanced membership package and get your name and web link on Chamber website, in monthly newsletter and all enewsletters. • Upgrade to “Business Investor” and get your name and logo on the Chamber website, in the monthly newsletter and e-newsletter. Want to know more? Get in touch today. Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, 440 12th Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368. 360-3857869. jeffcountychamber.org.
385-6544. The following is the schedule in the weeks ahead.
books available through your library. Learn how to prepare your computer or device to enable downloading the titles you wish to read, and how to checkout and return the books you borrow. • April 8 – Jefferson County Library Online. Learn how to use the free Library Elf program which will alert you when your books are due, and can assist you in tracking multiple accounts. If you would like to reduce paper waste, learn how to choose an eReceipt instead of a paper receipt. Want to track what you have read? We will show you how to track your
reading history within your library account. Learn how to set-up a saved search so you will know when the library has purchased a new book on a specific topic you wish to read. • April 15 – Introduction to Microsoft Excel. In this class we will provide a brief introduction to Microsoft Excel, the spreadsheet application developed by Microsoft for Microsoft Windows and Mac OS. • April 22 – Introduction to Facebook. What is Facebook and how does it work? In this class we will instruct you how to set up your Facebook profile, with ap-
propriate privacy settings to serve your goals within the Facebook privacy policy. We will help you create your profile, find friends, and begin to share. Learn how to use the news feed, timeline, and how to create photo albums. • April 29 – Gmail and other Google Services. There is more to your Google account than just email. In this class we will explore the range of services available from Google, including; online storage, video chats and Google Docs. Discover the variety of services available through your Gmail account.
Biz Buzz HIRING YOUR FIRST EMPLOYEE This month’s business IQ class with EDC/Team Jefferson is: “So You Want to Hire Your First Employee” with Gigi Callaizakis and Betsi Farrell of Full-Circle HR. Part one is Recruitment and Selection, on April 16 at 5 p.m. Part two is hiring and processing, April 23 at 5 p.m. Both classes are at the Team Jefferson Offices, 2410 Washington St., Port Townsend. Classes can be taken as a series or individually. Get all the information you need to make a good hire, from how to write a job description to developing good
interview questions. Then once you’ve chosen the perfect candidate, learn regulations and record keeping requirements as well as get tips on training and supervision. JEFFERSON COUNTY LIBRARY HAS TECH CLASSES The Jefferson County Library offers classes in technology, from using that iPad you got for your birthday to navigating the library’s web site. All events listed are held at the library located at 620 Cedar Avenue, Port Hadlock. For more info see our website at www. jclibrary.info or call 360-
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Tech Tuesdays Every Tuesday from 3 to 6 p.m. the library offers two-part trainings on technology. The first hour we offer a class on a different technology subject every week. The following two hours are devoted to individual assistance with any technology issue you have on a drop-in basis. Bring your device or practice on laptops provided by the library. The following are Tech Tuesday topics: • April 1 – eBooks. Discover the various titles of eBooks and eAudio