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help us raise Money to support our front-line healthcare workers as they continue to battle the Covid-19 pandemic
The Chamber and the Economic Development Board have created a new website www.southsoundheroes.org where you can donate money or meals directly to our hospitals and clinics to help front-line workers in their hours of greatest need. MultiCare Health System, Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, and Community Health Care are each participating. Just click on the website and make a donation
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NEW PROGRAM! Accelerate your Business with the Pierce county business accelerator
Join the first cohort of the Pierce County Business Accelerator, a program that will serve entrepreneurs and business owners throughout Pierce County with a focus on BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities to help foster innovation and create wealth-building opportunities.
A program of Pierce County funded through an allocation from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
Accelerator Partners:
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anti-racism and businessWe at the Chamber realize that we can no longer just be against racism, rather we need to take anti-racist action and work toward anti-racist policies. This will be good for our community, good for our economy, and therefore, good for our businesses. We are taking steps to make sure we live up to this standard so we can better affect others and move our community forward. This will be hard work and an ongoing process, but one that will make us better for it.
OPEN LETTER In response to the gruesome death of George Floyd, we join all local, regional, and national leaders in condemning this unjust taking of a life. |
washington employers for racial equityWe’re excited to join Washington Employers for Racial Equity, a coalition of CEOs and corporate leaders committed to equity and opportunity.
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The Progress ProcessWe created a 6-session, interactive workshop tol explore organizational transformation with a lens on equity and anti-racism. The sessions are designed to engage participants who are looking for space to discuss equity literacy and organizational development. The facilitators are experienced equity practitioners and established leaders in the public and private sectors. Participants will gain knowledge and skills that will help them navigate a roadmap to practice and achieve levels of equity, inclusion and anti-racism in their businesses.
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Learn strategies From other successful cities to create a vibrant economic future for the South Sound
The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber is embarking on its second annual intercity visit and leadership conference, Aspire. Its purpose is to investigate new programs and initiatives in a city similar to our community, giving us a chance to study one of America’s other great cities and adapt its best practices to meet the growing needs of the South Sound.
This year we are putting together an in-depth program designed to introduce you to Nashville and its projects for downtown redevelopment, waterfront activation, regional collaboration, tech attraction, young professional attraction and retention, innovation, diversity initiatives, transportation, and more. |
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Find out about the Chamber's Legislative PrioritiesThe Chamber provides businesses in the South Sound strong advocacy efforts in order to protect the rights of business owners, grow business and the economy, increase our private sector workforce, and improve the overall business climate. In this legislative cycle it is critical we have a strong presence by uniting our business community at the state capitol.
The Chamber's 2021 Legislative Priorities are:
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ambassadors of the MonthThe Ambassadors Club, the volunteer arm of the Chamber, seeks to welcome new members while cultivating relationships with existing members. Our Ambassadors are typically the first faces you’ll see at any of our Chamber events. They are dedicated and act as liaisons and mentors, providing important resources on how to maximize your Chamber membership.
This Month's Ambassadors of the Month are:
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TACOMA-PIERCE COUNTY CHAMBER
950 Pacific Ave. Suite 300
Tacoma, Washington 98402 Phone: (253) 627-2175 Fax: (253) 597-7305 info@tacomachamber.org |
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