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THE GREATER VANCOUVER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OFFICERS Chair: Kristy Weaver, Pacific Continental Bank Chair Elect: Don Russo, Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt Vice Chair: Eric Sawyer, BBSI Preferred Payroll Secretary – Treasurer: Winston Asai, Columbia Machine Immediate Past Chair: Tim Schauer, MacKay Sposito
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jonathan Avery, Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center Jody Campbell, The Columbian Todd Coleman, Port of Vancouver John Deeder, Evergreen Public Schools Tamara Fuller, NAI Norris, Beggs & Simpson Dave Horowitz, Windermere Real Estate Elie Kassab, Prestige Development Alex McMillan, Optimal Living Expert Wayne Nelson, Clark Public Utilities Eric Olmsted, On Line Support, Inc. William Pritchard, Pritchard Orthodontics Don Russo, Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt Rhona Sen Hoss, WSU Vancouver Keith Wallace, Frumenti, Lander & Wallace, P.S. Jeff Woodside, Nutter Corporation
CHAMBER STAFF Kelly Parker, President/CEO 360-567-1050 kparker@vancouverusa.com Darcy Altizer, Vice President, Member Services 360-567-1051 daltizer@vancouverusa.com Susie Bauder, Events Director 360-567-1093 sbauder@vancouverusa.com Matt Hoffstetter, Sales Director 360-567-1058 mhoffstetter@vancouverusa.com Teresa Lawwill, Community Relations Director 360-567-1090 tlawwill@vancouverusa.com Chandra Chase, Communications Director 360-567-1056 cchase@vancouverusa.com
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CONTENTS what is new in the greater vancouver chamber!
PAGE 5 CHAMBER IN TOP THREE BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS IN THE REGION
PAGE 6 COUNTY TO ELECT 15 FREEHOLDERS
PAGE 8 BUSINESS AND
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PG 10 Gof Event Recap
PAGE 12 AFTERNOON ADVENTURE ideas
LEADERSHIP AWARDS
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A preview of the cars that will be displayed at the Sunday, August 4th “Concours d’Elegance Car Show” on Officers Row, Vancouver.
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FIVE MUST GO-TO EVENTS
07.16.13 LADIES ON THE LINKS Sign up now and become part of this funfilled event! The staff at the GVCC is reconstructing this event and things will kick off with a 1pm Luncheon and Golf Apparel Fashion Show! Then, you can get a massage, instruction by a pro before going through a great stretching routine by NW Personal Training. Then its off to the links where you will build long-lasting relationship with fellow business women of Clark County. This event is sponsored by HomeStreet Bank
Shari of Just Right Auto Repair won the last quarterly drawing at the morning networking events: SW WA Leads and Needs. Event sponsor, Kate Singh of Aevum Images pulls the winner and presents with Ambassador chair Barb Holbrook of Pritchard Orthodontics. She took home a Portland Spirit Cruise for two.
07.16.13 LEGISLATIVE REVIEW LUNCHEON This event has been rescheduled to Tuesday, July 16th due to the house and senate being called back to Olympia. This event is hosted in partnership with the BIA of Clark County and will be held at Club Green Meadows from 11:30am - 1pm. The cost is $25/ person to attend. It’s a great opportunity to hear the summary of the legislative session that recently came to a close. Register at biaofclarkcounty.org.
07.23.13 BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Join the GVCC for the July BAH at the Clubhouse of “The Reserve” at 600 SE 177th Ave. Vancouver Wa 98683. It’s Vancouver’s newest luxury apartment community. Take a tour to see all the features of “The Reserve” while networking and enjoying food and drink. The cost is $10/person. RSVP online at www. vancouverusa.com. The event is sponsored by The Reserve at Columbia Tech Center.
08.04.13 THE CONCOURS d’ELEGANCE & CAR SHOW On the first Sunday in August the GVCC with a committee of veteran car enthusiasts will host the premiere car show event featuring celebrity judge; Allen Grant. The tree lined lawns of officers row will be enclosed for the event, with vendor opportunities and a food/ beverage garden also onsite. See pages 16 and 17 for more info. The event sponsored is Sterling Bank.
08.27.13 NO BUSINESS AFTER HOURS EVENT This is the GVCC’s top evening networking event of the year! Join us on the 3rd floor patio balcony at the Bank of America Building for a paradise party unlike any other. There will be LIVE MUSIC, a Photo Booth, wonderful food by Beaches Restaurant and Bar and so much more. RSVP now! This event is sponsored by The Schlesinger Companies and Norris, Beggs & Simpson.
This event is sponsored by Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt Law offices.
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CHAMBER HOSTS CANDIDATES FORUM WITH THE LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS ON JULY 11TH
On Thursday, July 11th the GVCC will partner with the League of Women Voters to host the 2013 Candidate Forum in Vancouver in the GOT QUESTIONS? Community room at the Library (901 C Street - Vancouver WA 98660). All Candidates running for positions with the City of The Candidate Vancouver, Port of Vancouver and Forum the Vancouver School Board will Moderator is be included in this program that begins at 6:30pm with no cost to taking attend. It is the first of two jointly Community sponsored events by the League Questions. and the Chamber to be held this year. A second forum will be scheduled before the general Please email election in November.
just one year they’ve developed a following of 15k views per episode. Jim Mains and Gary Bock are co-hosts. Mains owns a public relations, image development and business coaching firm and has successfully managed both regional and national political and fundraising campaigns. Bock is the owner of Gary Bock Engage, LLC a firm that specializes in building community About the presentors: Vancouver Side Productions engagement profeatures leaders, non profits grams for business and nonprofit orgaand community events in nizations. Bock has and around Clark County. Jim Mains over 20 years of Vancouver Side is unlike nonprofit and volunteer your average video blog by management experience. mixing humor and education into every episode. In
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CHAMBER PROVIDES NEW OPPORTUNITY FOR REMOTE BUSINESS TO HOST A RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY
SHELBY SEELY OF CAR FORENSICS WAS THE FIRST BUSINESS TO USE NEW OPTION
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One of the most popular offerings of the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce is the ability to host a Ribbon Cutting Event. Now, in addition to onsite ribbon cuttings at a business location the GVCC has two options for homebased or remote business to get in on the benefit. You can either have a ribbon cutting ceremony directly following the Southwest Washington Leads and Needs event at Beaches
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Restaurant (pictured) or come to the GVCC office at 11th and Broadway. Need more info? Ribbon Cutting events are a celebration! They are for more then a Grand Opening. You can host a ribbon cutting on your business anniversary as well as to celebrate an expansion or major improvement. Please contact Darcy Altizer, VP Membership Services for more information.
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THE GVCC IS RECOGNIZED AS THE THIRD BIGGEST BUSINESS ORGANIZATION IN THE REGION; BENEFITS ARE VAST The Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce was recently named the third largest business organization in the Portland/Vancouver region by the Portland Business Journal. It’s good to be growing.
CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLE Pacific Continental Bank Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center Sterling Bank Riverview Community Bank
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Nearly 20 percent of our businesses are in their first five years of operation. It’s in part, the result of the deep recession of 2008. Some businesses re-organized after the recession in 2008. Other businesses have emerged for the first time. We are watching a new generation of business owners set up shop in Vancouver. They are passionate, hard-working, optimistic and engaged in their community.
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS & BASH EVENTS JULY 23 IDM Apartments AUG 27 Schlesinger Companies and Norris, Beggs & Simpson SEPT 12 15th Street Corp. Center SEPT 24 iQ Credit Union OCT 22 OPEN NOV 19 Glenwood Senior Living DEC 17 OPEN
The Small Business Administration reports that only ½ of all businesses will make it through the first five years. We want to help improve those odds. We want to support them, provide
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JULY 16 HomeStreet Bank AWARDS CELEBRATION - SALUTE!
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BY KRISTY WEAVER GVCC CHAIR Pacific Continental Bank
In the first six months of this year, the Chamber has added a business counselor to its staff with expertise in government contracting. Jordana Barclay has become a great resource for Members and her first event in June was sold out. We’ve developed a strong resource network to be able to connect members with experts who can help them with specific needs such as developing business plans, expansion projects, HR issues and marketing.
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them with tools they’ll need and help them grow their business through networking, education and promotion.
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Our redesigned chamber magazine called “Vancouver VISION Magazine” provides improved space to promote our great members. Each magazine will have a unique focus highlighting a specific business sector. This edition is “Clark County Recreation” and our next theme will be Corporate Training and Education. The magazine is now widely distributed throughout Clark County.
Vancouver VISION Magazine UPcoming special sections:
SEPT/OCT: Corporate training & Education NOV/DEC: employee health & wellness There’s plenty to celebrate in 2013. We see new growth and development among our members. In the first 6 months of this year, we have helped 30 businesses launch with our traditional ribbon cutting ceremony. It’s a moment in time when the chamber community gathers around the new business in a pledge of support and encouragement.
News From The Head of the Chamber VANCOUVER PTAC OFFICE UPDATE
Our manufacturers receive tangible benefits through our very successful Retro L&I Program that has generated a 60% plus refund based on their annual premiums paid to the state. The state considers it one of the two best performing association plans in the state. We also offer a strong performing plan for retailers and administrative offices and we’re working on creating a new plan for health care related businesses.
JUNE's SOLD OUT EVENT
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RETRO PROGRAM RESULTS COMPARABLE: GVCC 60% group return 31% WA Manufacturing 29% Washington Employers 16% Vigilant
Our chamber is growing as you grow to adapt and address your needs and help you “connect” in the community. We invite you to join us at our next Business After Hours, our next ribbon cutting or call us directly to find out how we can help you in your goals this year to build your business and be a part of this community.
On June 5, the Chamber held their first Government Contracting 101 Workshop for 25 attendees. The event sold out, with a wide variety of businesses representing diverse industries, including manufacturing, lodging, and logistics. The workshop covered a wide variety of topics to assist businesses to determine if pursuing government contracting was the right fit. Procurement system registrations, business certifications, and market research resources were all discussed. Many partners were also in attendance, including Small Business Administration (SBA), Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Native PTAC, and SCORE, providing additional information about resources and services to local businesses. Many businesses in attendance have scheduled follow-up appointments with the PTAC Business Counselor to receive one-on-one assistance specific to their business. Additional workshops targeted to selling to government buyers are being planned for Fall.
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News From The Head of the Chamber LOOKING TO FALL ELECTIONS: CLARK COUNTY WILL ELECT 15 “FREEHOLDER” POSITIONS AND CHAMBER CO-HOSTS VOTERS FORUM I had hoped to report back to you the progress of the Washington S t a t e Legislature but as of press time, there is little BY DON RUSSO GVCC PUBLIC AFFAIRS to report. So I COMMITTEE CHAIR Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt turn my attention to a fascinating and important election shaping up this November. Yes, there is a mayor’s race, a city council race, a Port race: all critically important this fall. Your Chamber will partner with the League of Women Voters for a candidates forum to be held July 11th at 6:30pm at the Vancouver Community Library. There is no charge. We hope you can join us to hear from the candidates first hand. Also on the ballot in November will be a new and unfamiliar elected position called a Freeholder. State law allows counties to create a county charter, much like a county constitution, which would define how Clark County is governed. The County Commissioners have agreed
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to begin the process of drafting a county charter. Under state law, the authority to draft the charter is given to 15 citizens who are elected by the voters to serve as freeholders. Once elected, the freeholders can decide to increase the number of commissioners. They can reduce full time commissioners to part-time with parttime pay. They can provide voters more authority to place initiatives and referendums on future ballots. They can also, as has been done in other counties, implement a new County Executive. This elected position would provide oversight for and serve as a check and balance to the authority of the commissioners. Who are the 15 men and women who will have such significant authority and responsibility? How about you? Are you ready to get involved and help shape the future of our community? Throughout the county, citizens are being actively recruited to run for these 15 seats. There are five seats within each of the three existing commissioner’s districts. The top 5 vote-getters in each district will become Freeholders. These are non-partisan seats so there is no need to declare a party preference. The Freeholder filing period is limited and runs August 5-9th. For specifics on candidate qualifications, candidacy declaration forms, details on filing options and additional information, visit the Clark County Elections Department online at www. clark.wa.gov/elections. The Chamber’s Public Affairs Committee is committed to providing information to voters about the process and the issues. This is an important period in our county’s history. The Chamber encourages everyone to consider becoming involved. We also want to remind all eligible voters to be sure their registration
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is curTHE JULY 11TH CANDIDATES FORUM rent. In 6:30PM our “vote 901 C STREET - VANCOUVER by mail” state, regist e r e d HOSTED BY voters need to update their mailing information every time they move. Ballots are not forwarded to new addresses. If this applies to you, it’s easy to update your voter registration information. You can go online to www.clark.wa.gov/elections. You can call the Elections Department at (360) 3972345. Or you can visit the Elections office at 1408 Franklin Street in downtown Vancouver.
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In order to vote in the August 6th primary election, voters must be registered by Monday, July 8th. With the Independence Day Holiday closures taking place next week, please act now! In the last election, we were all reminded of the value of every single vote. The Senate seat race between Tim Probst and Don Benton was decided by only 74 votes. Your vote matters. Your voice matters. Each of us has a solemn responsibility to make our voice heard.
2013 Voting Drive items to remember:
Your voters information must be updated by July 6th to vote in the August Primaries You can update your address via phone, visiting the election offices, or online You can help by emailing or posting information visible to relocating employees regarding registering to vote in washington state
The Washington State Online Form:
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STARTING ON JULY 1ST THE CHAMBER IS TAKING NOMINATIONS FOR 2013 ‘BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP AWARDS’ It’s time to honor our businesses that make a difference in our community. The 2013 “Southwest Washington BY KELLY PARKER Business and Leadership GVCC CEO/PRESIDENT Awards,” hosted by the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce is officially taking nominations until August 16th.
The Community Champion Award acknowledges a business man or woman who has taken a lead in providing positive change in the community. It’s created in memory of Donna Cantonwine, long time GVCC CEO who knew how to move mountains with a smile, a positive attitude and a fierce determination.
The GVCC launched this awards program to highlight our businesses and individuals who invest in our community and in their own business - with their resources and their time. You can nominate yourself or a fellow business. Winners will be announced at the SALUTE’ Chamber Leadership Awards to be held September 19th 2013 at the Vancouver Hilton.
This year we introduce the Business Start-Up to Watch. Vancouver has an uptick in new business and we will acknowledge the effort and determination that it takes to launch a new business off the ground. This award is for a business in the first years of operation that has demonstrated tenacity.
THERE ARE FOUR CATEGORIES: The Business Community Builder Award acknowledges community service performed by business that enhances the community. We acknowledge a small business with less than 25 employees and a large businesses with more than 25 employees. The Community Statesman Award acknowledges current elected officials who represent and uphold the interests of both business and community. The award is in honor of Former State Representative Bill Fromhold who represented our community with distinction and honor.
We do this because we see the heroics in everyday activities among our businesses. We see companies donating time and resources to help our community while growing their own business. We recognize the time and effort it requires to be a good corporate citizen. We applaud all our businesses for the good deeds they do in our community. We want to acknowledge while reminding ourselves to always look for opportunities to serve. ast
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LARGE BUSINESS COMMUNITY BUILDER AWARD NUTTER CORPORATION Actively builds our community through its work projects while also lending a hand to our community’s children in need via The Nutter Foundation - the driving force behind the tremendously successful fundraising program and event known as Dozer Days. In 2012 alone, Dozer Days attracted 20-thousand attendees, raising $100,000 for local children’s programs and nonprofits.
SMALL BUSINESS COMMUNITY BUILDER AWARD NORTHWEST PERSONAL TRAINING Walks its talk in the community, providing education, support and encouragement to multiple nonprofit groups year-round. With 2,000 clients, NWPT values its role as an educator and motivator. Owner Sherri McMillan is quick to help on community projects, regularly fundraising for schools, low-income families and programs tackling heart disease and breast cancer.
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BEN HOSKINS He was nominated for his work on the GVCC Public Affairs Committee. This last year, Ben formed the Innovation in Job Creation (IJC) subcomittee with the goal of saving businesses time and money in the permitting process. After much investigation and analysis, Ben led the effort to streamline the occupancy permit process for Clark County businesses, coordinating with Clark County officials to navigate through the process.
COMMUNITY STATEMAN AWARD TIM PROBST State Representative Tim Probst was nominated for his legislative initiatives boosting education and job readiness programs for the state. He strongly supports funding for WSU Vancouver, protects K-12 education funding, and regularly crosses the aisle to work in a bipartisan way on the taxation issues
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event recap THE 11TH ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT While the weather didn’t shine like previous years, our sponsors did on the course at Camas Meadows for the GVCC’s 11th Annual Golf Tournament on June 13th. Players spots and sponsorships were sold out in mid May - record time for this event. This golf tournament is the best in Southwest Washington and for good reason! Players received breakfast, golf carts, goodie bags, festivities at each of the 18 holes and a wonderful bbq luncheon with prizes galore. This year’s title sponsor was Columbia Bank, the title sponsor since day one! A great community partner. They were also at hole number ten with a tee display passing out wonderful cigars themed with “USA” decorations. The event’s overall theme was ‘Around the World in 18 Holes,” with each sponsor choosing a country to
represent on the green. Comcast Business and Comcast Spotlight were course sponsors and BHP Billiton was the Nike tent sponsor, providing $25 Nike bucks to participants. The luncheon was brought to players by Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center and our supporting sponsors were iQ Credit Union and Chevron. A special thank you to our committed media sponsor: The Columbian. BALL DROP WINNER: WALLY MELENDEZ
We want to thank all our hole sponsors for braving the early morning weather that rained on and off. The day finished nicely with blue skies and sun. We appreciate your efforts!
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BEST BETS FOR KIDS THIS SUMMER! KIDS BOWL FREE @ BIG AL’S ALL SUMMER! Kids who register at www.kidsbowlfree.com/ bigals get two free games per day all summer long! No strings attached!
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S’MORES NIGHT FOR KIDS Latte Da will host neighborhood S’Mores nights this summer! They provide the fixings, you show up on their large patio where a neighborhood fire will be blazing. Check their website for dates.
KRISPY KREME RAISES MONEY WITH BDAY AND NEW LILY DOUGHNUT THIS SUMMER FOR Zoo HABITAT On July 13th Krispy Kreme will celebrate their 76th Birthday with a “Buy a Dozen, Get a Dozen for 76 cents” event. Don’t forget to pick up a few Lily Doughnuts, where a portion of the sale goes directly to the Oregon Zoo foundation to fund education and conservation activities.
NATIONAL LOLLIPOP DAY EVENT On July 20th come and celebration “National Lollipop day” at Steamers and Screamers. This event will be all about lollipops - smoothies, cupcakes, steamers and more. We will have fun, FREE games, storytime, puppets, and more! The event will run all day, 9am-5pm with a showing of Lalaloopsy at 2pm. www.steamersandscreamers.com
G6 AIRPARK Summer Promotion: The “G6 Summer Pass” for $50 you can jump everyday of the summer for two hours a day until Sept. 1st!
WALDO HUNT THIS SUMMER WITHIN LOCAL BUSINESSES MARY SISSON of Kazoodles Vancouver Summer Adventure is the centerpiece of resources for families wanting to learn what’s going on. Funded by a grant from The Parks Foundation of Clark County, the program aims to keep kids healthfully active all summer by giving their parents a one-stop shop of information about opportunities for kids. Check it out at facebook.com/VancouverSummerAdventure. More than 20 local, independent businesses will be hiding a fugitive this summer: Waldo. Sponsored by Vintage Books, 6613 E. Mill Plain Blvd., the Where’s Waldo hunt
will take families into the businesses, introducing families to what they offer while kids search for the 6-inch Waldo figure in each location. The promotion runs throughout July, with kids who fill their passports entered to win prizes from the participating merchants. Kazoodles, Vancouver’s local toy store at 13503 SE Mill Plain Blvd., offers free storytimes every Tuesday, Wednesday playshops for a variety of interests, and Thursday Crafternoons. All are free or low-cost. The calendar can be found at www.kazoodlestoys.com/ events. The store also involves children in a summer reading program, where their reading benefits cats at the Humane Society for Southwest Washington; volunteer-made cat blankets
are donated in the children’s names according to how much they’ve read. Steamers & Screamers, 8400 NE Vancouver Mall Dr., offers classes for kids throughout the summer. The cafe features an indoor play park for youngsters (the screamers) while their parents enjoy coffeeshop pleasures (the steamers). Learn more at www.steamersandscreamers.com. Local businesses are invested in the community, and that includes the kids. They aim to give our community’s children opportunities for fun, growth, exploration and learning.
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AFTERNOON ADVENTURES IN VANCOUVER A DAY IN THE LIFE OF ‘THE WONDER DOG’ By EDDIE ALLEN of Mattress Pro
WEST VANCOUVER ATTRACTIONS WITH THE KIDS By ERIC LABRANT of LaBrant Receivables
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We start our day at about 5 am. I don’t have to set my alarm. Nick wakes up, stretches and shakes violently causing all of the bling on his collar to create a noise somewhere in between banging on a garbage can and an annoying wind chime. Yes Nick I know it’s time to get up.
Earth-friendly is in, and being a tree-hugger means you can sit at the cool kids table. But in this economy, when parents and grandparents think of activities that are “local and sustainable,” it may sound more like “cheap and easy to get to.” Ever have the experience of trying to think of something fun and close by, and suddenly forgetting everything that exists within 50 miles? It happens.
After taking care of our morning duties, it’s off to our a great local coffee shop, The Java House off Columbia. After a large dark house coffee to go, we’re headed out to the Ellen Davis Trail. The trail head is at Leverich Park and follows Burnt Bridge Creek through the historic BPA gardens. You then head through the forested area in the Minnehaha neighborhood and end at the Ross Dog Park where both Nick and I get to be social with my fellow dog owners and their canines. We especially like the EDT because it’s not very crowded. Keep in mind that this trail is multi-use, open to cyclists. After our morning workout, I’m hungry. Really hungry. I grab a quick shower and it’s off to The Grant House for a bite.
As luck would have it, twin gems are hidden right in Vancouver’s back yard: Vancouver Lake Park and Frenchman’s Bar Park.
After fueling up, we head over to the Vancouver Saturday Market. We check out the vendors, eat whatever samples are offered and usually give an impromptu disc dog demonstration in Esther Short Park. We love doing this and kids love watching Nick “the Wonder Dog” doing his Frisbee tricks. Nick is world class. Me not so much. Sorry for being the weak link on our team Nick. By this time, I’m hungry again. It’s off to Uptown for food and a treat! There are quite a few options for sweet treats,: yogurt, handmade ice cream and bakery! Having such an active day with Nick serves a couple of purposes. Keeps us in shape and tires Nick out. A tired dog is a happy dog and it’s Saturday night so I’m going out and I don’t feel guilty about leaving him behind! Most of the time, it seems like I have a non-profit event to attend but on the nights that are open, I like to meet friends at Beaches for dinner and great conversation.
Vancouver Lake is the perfect place to spend a warm Saturday afternoon. Parking is free! Bring sandwiches and have a picnic. Let the kids run around and burn off some of that unbelievable kid energy on a playground that certain local young experts describe as “totally awesome.” Enjoy the view of one of the biggest lakes in the region, surrounded by Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Hood, and forest. Bring an inflatable rowboat and go exploring! Or go take a nice quiet nature hike through the forest. It’s an easy, well-kept trail. Frenchman’s Bar is a fantastic place for letting your offspring splash around and build sand castles. A trail leads to an abandoned barn, a must-explore for curious types, and a mustphotograph backdrop for camera bugs. Have a second picnic, or stretch out and watch the ships on the Columbia River. Take a bike ride, or head out with your kayak. Summer is in full swing! With school out, it doesn’t take a passport or a suitcase to find some of the best tucked-away spots to recharge for grown-ups and kids alike.
UPTOWN OFFERINGS ARE VAST By KIM HASH of The Children’s Center My daughter, Margaux, and I have been kindred spirits since the moment she was born. Twentyfive happy years later, a favorite mother/daughter outing is to check-out cool shopping and dining districts. We’ve loved Uptown Village since we moved to Vancouver in 1998. First stop is to cozy up to a steaming pot of tea, scones with Devonshire cream and tea sandwiches at the quaint tea house. Margaux, truly a woman of eras gone by, loves to frequent the antique, resale and vintage shops seeking that perfect 40’s style dress or Downton Abbey chapeau. When it’s time for a break, the international dining opportunities are très magnifique! There’s Middle Eastern, Italian, Mexican, Mediterranean, Irish, you name it. We can’t resist a good French bakery or creperie and Uptown Village boasts both! Tradition requires us to indulge at the incredible ice cream shop. No girls day out is complete without a stop to a spa for, well, anything! As we like to say, “Treat yourself!” Uptown Village boasts several wonderful spas and salons. Tired and laden with shopping bags, a stop in at the Tip Top for a Red Chair by Deschutes marks the perfect end to a perfect day! Cheers!
Lee Knows Vancouver:
STARTING POINT: The Vancouver Library’s Balcony. Cut Through: The Sculpture Garden between the Pacific Town and the Bank of America Building. Go South: To 8th and Main and drop down to Turtle Place Park to see the salvaged water feature. Get a Snack: at Fudge Fix, a downtown Vancouver must-taste at 6th & Washington.
A BEAUTIFUL STROLL IN VANCOUVER:
LEE RAFFERTY SHOWS OFF VANCOUVER’S DOWNTOWN CHARM
a stroll through downtown would not be complete without a stop at the Kiggins!
As Executive Director of the Vancouver Downtown Association, Lee Rafferty is a Vancouver Expert. Begin your stroll at the Vancouver Library. In addition to the beautiful, family friendly patio there is a great children’s section with events going on all summer long.
View Changes:
at Block Ten as you head North on Washington. Go Left: at 8th to get back onto Main to see the Phoenix Art Piece. Stop on Main: at the lovely shops and don’t forget to visit Divine Consign for a one-of-a-kind treasure and a cupcake!
The Sculpture Garden is a nice passage way from the Vancouver Library to the downtown shopping streets.
Continue on Main: See the
Kiggins Historical Theatre, the Umbrellas and the wonderful hanging baskets. New: If you’ve got time, see the Source Climbing Wall and you’ll add to the 10k people who’ve been wowed by the addition to Vancouver!
There is a fantastic water feature created from salvaged materials around Vancouver at Turtle Park. This location has also played host to the “Who’s Your Daddy Brew Fest!”
Divine Consign on Main is a must-stop location! Unique finds and delicious treats - all for charity.
The GVCC’s Special Section: CLARK COUNTY RECREATION
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VANCOUVER’S BEST PLACES TO ENJOY A DRINK LISTENING TO LIVE MUSIC
Live music rocks the house on Friday and Saturday Nights at the Red Lion at the Quay bar. Plus, on July 12th the Red Lion at the Quay will play host to Tiki Kon: Adventure Island. This is the Pacific Northwest’s premiere Polynesian pop extravaganza. There will be a high-energy show including some of the best surf and lounge music, a vintage fashion show, DJs, cocktails and more.
The GVCC’s Special Section: CLARK COUNTY RECREATION
Pub in the Park at Esther Short Park goes from Thursday, July 11th to August 15th. There are six concerts where you can pre-buy a table for ten guests at each concert that includes dinner and two drink tickets per person! This is a fundraiser for the Fort Vancouver National Site. more info at www.fortvan.org
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PLAYING TRIVIA
EATING AWARD WINNING FOOD
The historic Kiggins Theatre is full of surprises. Their second floor bar hosts a Tuesday Night “Trivia Night.” They also have stout with Grenadine, Virgil’s Root Beer on tap, and Shimergloom Humbug stout.
On the Vancouver Waterfront you can stroll along the path and end at the Red Lion at the Quay Bar where they host trivia on Thursday Nights starting at 6pm.
ON A PATIO We know what you’re thinking.... Beaches Restaurant and Bar on the Columbia River. We couldn’t agree with you more. There is nothing better then spending the first sunny days of the season on the patio at Beaches. They have a wide range of cocktails, wines and beer to suit everyone mood!
What goes better with great food then a great drink? This summer stop by the Thai Orchid Restaurant’s brand new location (213 W 11th Street) off 11th and Columbia and sample from their new menu at their new bar. You’ve got to try their Lime Drop with fresh lime, vodka, triple sec! The Thai Orchid Restaurant has won the “Best of Clark County” award five times in a row! Did you know that the Brunch at the Red Lion at the Quay won the “Best of Clark County 2013” Best Brunch honors? This is the second time winning!
You may not know this, but Latte Da Coffee House & Wine Bar (205 E 39th St - Vancouver) serves more then just Coffee. They have a big patio where they serve 12 craft beers and Northwest Wines. Check them out on July 27-29 and you’ll also enjoy a “Satisfy Your Senses” Art show and Sale to Benefit the Humane Society of Southwest Washington.
While.. WATCHING SPORTS THE ROCK WOOD FIRED PIZZA & SPIRITS BUFFALO WILD WINGS MAIN EVENT SPORTS GRILL BILLYGAN’S ROADHOUSE
CLARK COUNTY’S COFFEE SPOTS & THEIR SPECIALITIES:
This summer make
sure to swing b y our Chamber Member Coffee shops! KOA KOFFEE 1000 Grand Blvd Koa Koffee is excited to be-
gin offering Happy Hour Monday-Friday 12-4pm. Enjoy the discounted menu of great drinks from Kona Mochas Frappe to Chai Tea. They also have $2 latte on Sunday and Mondays - all day! THE JAVA HOUSE 210 W Evergreen Blvd A downtown Va n c o u v e r tradition, The Java House offers a wide variety of coffee, teas and treats plus extended seat-
ing. Their 12 loose leafs will please all tea drinks, plus they will be featur-
ing a Kenya Velvet Iced Coffee this summer, plus a seasonal strawberry cupcake.
LATTE DA COFFE HOUSE & WINE BAR North of Uptown @ 205 NE 39th Street In addition to coffee roasted in Seattle and Loose Leaf Teas from the Jasmine Pearl Teach M e rc h a nt s , Latte Da Coffee also offer food from three different bakeries: start up bakery Kickee McGees, the Bleu Door and gluten free items from the Bavarian
Mills Bakery. CHUCK’S PRODUCE AND STREET MARKET 13215 SE Mill Plain & New Location in Hazel Dell coming this summer! In addition to all the wonderful offerings at Chuck’s they have a glorious Coffee Bar!
DON’T FORGET TO VISIT: Brewed NorthWest Coffee at 2716 NW 127th Street!
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f all the newspapers our size, The Columbian hauled in more Society of Professional Journalists first-place awards than any other newspaper. We almost doubled the number of the next newspaper. When it came to total awards, we again came in first. And again we had twice as many as the next newspaper. We competed against some very good newspapers in a five-state region, which made it particularly rewarding to achieve these goals. We are both humbled and proud. Truth is, The Columbian consistently has done extremely well over the years when it
comes to awards. We don’t do what we do to win awards, but if we do what we do well, the awards will come. Our entire staff — who work hard 365 days a year — do what they do because they believe it matters. It matters to keep our community informed. It matters to engage our community in constructive dialogue. It matters that community begins here with The Columbian. If you see a Columbian staff member, please say congratulations. They’ve earned it again this year.
Lou Brancaccio, Editor
YOU CAN BE PART OF THE EVENT!
Susie Bauder, the GVCC’s Events Director is the principle organizer of the Concours d’Elegance event on August 4th. This is one of the biggest events the Chamber has organized and with the help of our community, it will succeed. There are four ways you can become involved: 1.
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The Cars:
Black MGA: Owned by Keith & Ursula Ansell, 1962 MGA MKII. A “rolling” restoration driven, rallied and shown at every opportunity. Best in class at the All British Field Meet. Blue Chevrolet: Owned by Larry Richter, 1956, Bel Air Convertable. Frame up restoration, National Classic Chevy International Gold Award winner.
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VOLUNTEER your time the day of the event. We will have three hour shift available where you can wear your business’s logoed shirts/hats/name tags and get time with potential customers in our community. SPONSORSHIP! There are a wide variety of sponsorship levels available from the Title Sponsor down to $450 class sponsorships - this is a great way to get your marketing messages to a key demographic! PLACE AN ADVERTISEMENT in our high-end collectors program. We will have over 3,000 copies of a full color magazine to commemorate the event. Its a great opportunity to place an advertisement in a program that attendees and car entries will keep for years to come! BE A VENDOR! There are two vendor opportunities available: Food/Drink vending and business vending! Booth space is a great way to have a presence at the Concours d’Elegance event!
Southwest Washington’s Elite Car Show Event
SUNDAY, AUGUST 4TH 9:30AM-4PM ATTEND! $15/PERSON, KIDS 12 & UNDER ARE FREE
The 4th Annual Concours d’Elegance is not your ordinary car show. It’s a distinguished event showcasing the finest, original automotive art; a representation of the pinnacle of beauty and elegance. It’s history dates back to the 1700’s in Paris, when the elite would ride up and down the Champs Elysees showing off their elegant horse-drawn coaches, known as the “Parade of Elegance.” The tradition has continued and evolved into a display of automotive art. This year’s event will feature the cars of automotive legend: Carroll Shellby as well as Mirco mini cars and a period dress competition.
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PICTURED, CLOCK WISE STARTING WITH DRIVER: LARRY RICHTER, KEITH ANSELL, SUSIE AND RANDY BAUDER (BACKSEAT).
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HEAD AMERICAN JUDGE
ADMINISTRATOR
Keith Annsell has been part of the Concours d’Elegance since its inception four years ago. His involvement with cars, as an automobile apprentice began in 1964. By 1967 he was involved with the Concours at Concord and at Pebble Beach, California as a judge. Employment by Ferrari and British Motor Car Distributors (MG, Austin, Jaguar, Lotus, Rolls Royce) soon followed.
Larry Richter is a familiar face in the automotive scene in the Northwest. He has judged at highest level for Corvette, Classic Chevrolet, Pontiac/ Oakland Clubs.
Randy Bauder has owned and driven a Triumph sports car for more than 40 years. His present car, a 1966 Spitfire, will be displayed in the show. Randy performed a frame-off restoration of this car in 2006. He is active in the Portland Triumph Owners Association and the Vintage Triumph Registry. On August 4th he will be on the ground organizing and placing the 200 entries.
REID TRUMMEL
HEAD IMPORT JUDGE
Author, Editor, Chairman and Board Member - he does it all in addition to owning a number of classic European sports cars. Reid has years of experience judging prestigious Concours events.
top tier judging: Judging is a big part of what sets the “Concours d’Elegance” event apart from other events. We welcome celebrity judge:
ALLEN GRANT.
FEATURING THE CARS OF CARROLL SHELLBY
The 2013 “Concours d’Elegance” event will feature the cars of Carroll Shelby to honor his legacy. He passed away in 2012 and left a tremendous impression on automotive design.
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community recap A GLANCE BACK AT THE GVCC’S PROGRAMMING On Thursday, May 9th the GVCC hosted a BASH (Business and Social Hour) event at Share’s brand new facility off Andresen. At this event you learned more about their programming and toured their new state-of-the-art location. This event was sponsored by CenturyLink. On Tuesday, May 21st the GVCC took you up to the top floor of the Biggs Insurance building in downtown
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Blairco Heating & Air Conditioning 23 years Caley & Associates, CPA, PC 19 years Carlisle Interconnect Technologies 22 years Controltek, Inc. 20 years Financial Advisors KMS 16 years Fort Vancouver National Historic Site 18 years Gramor Development 19 years Nalco Chemical Co. 27 years PIP Printing 22 years Raring Corporation, The 23 years Rex Plastics, Inc. 23 years Royal Oaks Country Club 21 years Vancouver Warehouse & Distribution Co Inc 23 years
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GVCC was on location at an Open House at “Total Wine and More” a brand new wine/beer and spirits warehouse style store. Don’t let the big variety fool you, their staff is incredibility friendly and full of knowledge. On Thursday, June 13th the GVCC hosted their 11th Annual Golf Tournament at Camas Meadows Golf Course - page 10. On Tuesday, June 25th the GVCC went back out to Camas Meadows Golf Course for a Ribbon Cutting and Business After Hours event on their brand new driving range!
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Bergstrom Nutrition 14 years A Caring Heart Senior Housing Referral Service LLC 7 years Big Al’s, Inc. 7 years Billygan’s Roadhouse 11 years Bonnie Smelser, Independent Beauty Consultant 11 years Bridgewood at Four Seasons 6 years Camas Meadows Golf Club 13 years Cowlitz Indian Tribe 9 years Dick Hannah Dealerships Car Dealer Vancouver, WA 7 years Fabricated Products, Inc. 11 years Fidelity National Title Co. of WA 9 years GISI Marketing Group 11 years Humana MarketPOINT 6 years IMAT 8 years IMS Electronics Recycling 6 years Instafab Company, Inc. 7 years Janus Youth Programs Inc 12 years Killian Pacific 12 years Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center 9 years Lewis River Golf Course 10 years Maletis Beverage 10 years MPG Marketing & Mailing Services 7 years OnPoint Community Credit Union 7 years PAC 48 of WA 10 years Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza 14 years Plexsys Interface Products, Inc. 8 years Pritchard Orthodontics 13 years Salmon Creek Oral Surgery & Periodontics 8 years SEH America Inc 8 years Silicon Forest Electronics Inc 8 years Sunquake Software Solutions Inc 6 years Southwest Washington Blood Program 9 years Team Construction 7 years Trillium Employment Services 6 years Unitus Community Credit Union 6 years Vancouver Radiologists PC 11 years Ziplocal 9 years
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The GVCC has a “Chamber Cash Referral Program!” When you make a referral, upon their membership contract signing you will receive one of the following: • $100 fast pass to attend events • One month web advertisement (website or eNewsletter) • One vertical business card sized advertisement in the “Vancouver VISION Magazine.”
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GET YOUR BUSINESS AND STAFF INVOLVED! DONATE A PRIZE: For the July 16th “Ladies on the Links” event at Tri-mountain golf course. Its a great way to get your company name out there for a low price. NOMINATE YOURSELF OR A FELLOW BUSINESS FOR THE BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP AWARDS: On July 1st the nominations are officially open for the GVCC’s “Business & Leadership Awards.” Winners will receive a publicity in Chamber materials and press releases to local media outlets - one of the biggest promotional tools we offer.
edition’s theme is: Corporate Education/Training. If this focus is within your field please inquire to get your column published.
this submission you will also be considered for the backpage calendar of the “Vancouver VISION Magazine.”
BECOME A VENDOR: at the “Concours d’Elegance and Car Show” Event on Sunday, August 4th on Officers Row. Any business can have a vendor space to promote themselves.
BE A SPONSOR: The GVCC is seeking a variety of sponsorship levels for the “Concours d’Elegance and Car Show” Event on Sunday, August 4th. And our Business After Hours and BASH (Business and Social Hour) evening networking events.
BE A VOLUNTEER: Wear your logo shirts, hats and name tags for a three hour volunteer shift at the August 4th Concours d’Elegance Car Show. You will get the chance to interact face-toface with potential customers!
PLAY GOLF: Register to golf at the July 16th “Ladies on the Links” event and create long lasting relationship with other business women.
ADVERTISE IN THE MAGAZINE. The Magazine circulation and distribution is growing. Become an advertiser and ask about the next sales promotion.
BECOME A CONTRIBUTOR: Every edition of the “Vancouver VISION Magazine” features member columns. The next
HOST A RIBBON CUTTING: GVCC members (included in the price of membership) have the opportunity to host a ribbon cutting with the Chamber’s Ambassador Team for grand openings, anniversaries, expansions, etc.
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SUBMIT AN EVENT: Sign onto your Chamber account online and submit your event to our community calendar. By making
ATTEND THE RESOURCE NETWORK TRAINING EVENT: Each month the GVCC brings you professional seminars on topics that members request. Have an topic suggestion? Let us know! BE A SPONSOR: Southwest Washington Leads and Needs is the GVCC’s signature morning networking event with a solid following. BE A SPONSOR FOR THE BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP AWARDS EVENT. On September 19th at the Hilton we will honor the award recipients at a grand event, themed: Salut! You can also reserve a VIP table. ATTEND A COMMUNITY EVENT: The Legislative Review Luncheon has been moved to July 16th.
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7/4/13 COMMUNITY EVENT Independence Day at the Fort
7:30-9AM PART 1 OF 2: Learn
the basics to creating a video brand and buzz!
FESTIVITIES ALL DAY AT THE FORT.
7/11/13 GVCC EVENT Clark County Voters Forum
More info at 4th. fortvan.org
7/5/13 MEMBER EVENT Networking 4 Newbies GVCC OFFICE 9:30AM-11:30AM
VANCOUVER LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM.
BEGINS AT 6:30PM co-hosted by the Women’s League of Voters
7/12/13 MEMBER EVENT Networking 4 Newbies
Learn how to make the most out of faceto-face connectiosn! Hosted by DIY Marketing Center
GVCC OFFICE
7/5/13 MEMBER EVENT First Friday Lunch Discussion
9:30AM-11:30AM
11:45AM-1PM
Two Year Celebration event at Latte Da Coffe & Wine from Noon to 10:00pm. Live music, free food and more!
Hosted by DIY Marketing Center
7/13/13 MEMBER EVENT
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Employement Law Discussion, more info at svn@landerholm. com
7/7/12 MEMBER EVENT MEET AT TRAILHEAD AT 10:00AM
Hiking Dog Mountain with NW Personal Training
7/16/13 GVCC & BIA EVENT Legislative Luncheon Review
7/10/13 GVCC EVENT The Resource Network
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The session ending legislative report, plus networking. Register at www. biaofclarkcounty.org.
7/16/13 GVCC EVENT Ladies on the Links CAMAS MEADOWS
STARTS AT 1PM
Revamped program! This event is sponsored by HomeStreet Bank.
7/17/13 GVCC EVENT SW Washington Leads and Needs BEACHES RESTAURANT
7:30AM-9AM
Make the most of morning networking! Sponsored by Charter College!
7/17/13 GVCC EVENT Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
WALMART @ 7809 NE VANCOUVER PLAZA DRIVE SUITE 100
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7/21/13 MEMBER EVENT Girlfriends & Dudes Tri
NW Personal Training. Short distance Tri & Duathlon along the beautiful Columbia River including a Kids Tri too! Register at nwpersonaltraining. com
7/23/13 GVCC EVENT Business After Hours Event
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RIVERVIEW SIX TO SUNSET CONCERT SERIES:
TERRY LEE ATTORNEY CONCERT @ NOON SERIES:
AT ESTHER SHORT PARK
AT ESTHER SHORT PARK
Thursdays July 11 - Wednesdays July 10 August 29th - August 14
ning Networking!
7/24/13 GVCC EVENT Ribbon Cutting
MANORCARE SALMON CREEK 2811 NE 139TH ST VANCOUVER
CEREMONY AT 5PM
7/25/13 GVCC EVENT Ribbon Cutting
Clark County Fair
Join in on the “Summer’s best Party” at the Clark County Fair. Visit www.clarkcofair. com to see all the attractions this year!
8/4/13 GVCC EVENT Concours d’Elegance Car Show ON OFFICERS ROW
9:30AM-4PM
CCSI @ 202 EAST MILL PLAIN BLVD. - VANCOUVER
A fine collection of awe-inspiring cars
Help celebrate at their new downtown Vancouver location!
8/7/13 GVCC EVENT SW Washington Leads and Needs
CEREMONY AT 4PM
7/26-7/27 COMMUNITY EVENT Three Days of Aloha
ESTHER SHORT PARK
Hapa Haole Hula Competition on Friday @ 5pm -ANDHo’ike and Hawaiian Festival on Saturday from 10am to 7pm
8/2/13 MEMBER EVENT Networking 4 Newbies GVCC OFFICE
9:30AM-11:30AM
Hosted by DIY Marketing Center
8/2-8/11 COMMUNITY EVENT VANCOUVER’S FARMERS MARKET
Now until Until October 27th 6TH & ESTHER STREET
BEACHES RESTAURANT
7:30AM-9AM
Make the most of morning networking!
8/13/13 GVCC EVENT Ribbon cutting @
Kadel’s Cascade Auto Body 2600 E 33RD ST.
CEREMONY AT 11:30AM
Enjoy their complimentary summer time barbeque!
8/14/13 GVCC EVENT The Resource Network
ESD 122 CLASSROOM AT 2500 NE 65TH
7:30-9AM PART 2 OF 2:
Launching a viral video & media campaign
8/18/13 MEMBER EVENT Sunday Streets Alive
A 4.2 mile course in Vancouver will be open. Volunteers needed, contact Jenny @ 487-8324.
8/21/13 GVCC EVENT SW Washington Leads and Needs BEACHES RESTAURANT
7:30AM-9AM
Make the most of morning networking!
8/27/13 GVCC EVENT No Business After Hours 3RD FLOOR PATIO ON THE BANK OF AMERICA
5PM-7PM
This is one of the biggest parties of the year! Everyone is invited to enjoy food by beaches, drinks, photo booth and live music! This event is sponsored by Schlesinger Companies and Norris, Beggs & Simpson
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