2012 President Kevin Vaziri, Woodland Healthcare "The Woodland Chamber-Fostering Relationships to Improve Business in our Community" as his theme for the year.  Chamber members, you and/or your employees need to know what opportunities are available in terms of involvement with the organization to which you belong.  We want to make sure you are receiving "return on your investment!"  You need to "Make connections"!

 

This is what your Chamber has to offer you in 2012!

Business Education -  Mark Ulrich, Chair

Mission: The purpose of the Chamber's Business Education Committee is to act as a catalyst for industry and education. The Chamber initially spearheaded the "work-ready"certificate program and this year the committee is reinvigorating it! Additionally goals were indentified for the next 1-3 years. Come and get involved, support our lcoal educational institutions! Click here for details on signing up to be a partner with the Work Ready Certificate program.

Economic Development Task Force- Tom Galeazzi, Chair

Mission: The committee is with the City of Woodland and the Small Business Development Center to make it easier to conduct business in Woodland. In May 2012, this committee will host a Business Summit. Meetings include an Economic Development Update from the City of Woodland Staff, learn about new projects on the horizon.

Governmental Affairs Task Force- Joe Knieriem, Chair

Mission: The focus of the committees is to review and discuss issues and proposed City ordinances and legislation of all levels of government which could affect our economic/business climate.  The committee hears business/community issues and determines the appropriate forum for educating members or taking action. They make recommendation for support or opposition to the Board of Directors. 

Marketing - Debbie Kennedy, Chair

Mission: This committee is responsible for marketing the Chamber.  On a yearly basis they collaborate with the City of Woodland and the Daily Democrat to provide a Woodland profile. (A Chamber Directory/Community Guide.)  Additionally, this group oversees the production of the Business Connection newsletter, the Chamber`s website, and develops new benefits to assist in membership retention and recruitment of new members. In 2012 they will be working on rebranding the Chamber!

Water - Co-chairs Rich Jenness and Twyla Thompson

Mission: The purpose of the committee is to keep the members and community informed on water issues in order to make recommendations, which will offer enhancement of the quantity and quality of Woodland`s water supplies.  The committee continues to seek viable solutions to water problems through education and programs designed to present factual information.

All committee meeting dates, times and locations are subject to change. If you plan on attending a meeting you might want to call the office to confirm.

Or get involved and sign up to help with our annual SPECIAL EVENTS - All task forces are seeking individuals with energy and new ideas to enhance these traditional popular events.

In addition to networking opportunities experienced through involvement in smaller groups, the Chamber Ambassadors host monthly Membership Luncheons and  "Mixers" throughout the year.  If you are interested in becoming a Chamber Ambassador, please secure an application from Receptionist Clarissa Pohl - The Ambassador Team Leader is Michael Marchese.

Your business will benefit when you get involved and become a part of the active business community! The Chamber creates a strong economy, promotes the community, provides networking opportunities and presents business interest to Government.

 

If you would like to volunteer for a committee or task force or would like more information on any of these programs, please contact the Chamber using the form below.

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