Physio Performance (formerly Physio Movement and Performance) celebrated four years of business on Friday, September 20, and the ribbon cutting ceremony did not disappoint! From dozens of giveaway prizes to electrolyte drink samples, and more, guests were able to join in on the celebration.
 
Dr. Becky and her highly qualified team dressed to the nines with a coordinating color scheme matching the company’s logo, which was a fun way to recognize the celebration and is indicative of their company culture. Each staff member is dedicated to what they do, coming back every day to improve the lives of their clients. They are truly committed to Physio Performance, and it shows.
 
Clients range from high school students to firefighters and everyone in between. Before this year, Physio Performance was confined to a small footprint in the building they were leasing. They are now happy to have the entire suite to themselves, which includes a gym space. With the acquisition of this gym space, they can now offer even more fitness classes and can take on more appointments in the workday.
 
If you are in the market for some physical therapy, strength training, or performance enhancement, book with Physio Performance today!
 
Website: https://thephysioperformance.com
Phone: (253) 200-0741
Email: [email protected]

We are honored to announce the list of nominees for the 2024 Spotlight on Business Awards!

Each year, these awards celebrate exceptional Chamber member businesses and organizations that achieve incredible things in local commerce, in their industries, and in the community. We can't wait to celebrate all the nominees (and announce the winners!) at our upcoming Annual Meeting on Friday, November 8, 2024.

Reserve your table for the 2024 Annual Meeting here!

​Award Categories

• Business Champion
• Small Business Champion
• Non-Profit Impact
• Business Supporter of the Military
• Women-Owned Business Excellence (Sponsored by KeyBank)

Eligibility Requirements
Businesses must be an active member of the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber in order to be considered for a Spotlight Award. Nominations for these awards were submitted by businesses and community members. 

2024 Spotlight on Business Awards Nominees:

• 3-2-1 Buddy Fundraising            
• ACE Group           
• ATC Childcare Center
• Bloom Society
• Boba T Island
• Bomb Charcuterie
• Brand Stratos  
• Buffalo Soldiers Museum          
• Center for Dialog and Resolution          
• College Success Foundation Tacoma                 
• Commencement Bank
• ACTS Pharmacy and Health Care Services
• Downtown Tacoma Partnership             
• Girls Hearts on Fire
• Hire G.I. LLC     
• HopeSparks Family Services  
• Hunt's Services              
• Impacto Notary & Multi-Services
• Korean Women's Association
• Lulu's Bakery Shop
• MadCap Marketing       
• Maxwell Synove
• Mi Centro                          
• NineLine Veteran Services       
• Ocean5-Table 47           
• Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium              
• Puyallup Tribal Enterprises                       
• Rebuilding Hope            
• Skoolie Foundation      
• The Common Cookie   
• The Lakewood Bookstore
• United States X Advisors Washington LLC (USXA WA) (Formerly The Doty Group)         
• Veterans Security Operations 
• Wane+Flitch    
• Washington State Fair 

Last Tuesday evening, we welcomed the Spaceworks Fall Business Plan Cohort at their first session at the Chamber office!

This cohort includes businesses like; Illustrator, Clothing designer, Ceramicists, Art Therapist, and Tattoo Artist, to name a few. We’re excited to walk them through their business plan development and look forward to inviting you all to their graduation!

About Spaceworks Business Plan Cohort

The Business Plan Cohort is the backbone of Spaceworks Tacoma's Incubator and results in a formal business plan. Participants meet once a week for 12 weeks (3 hours/week).

This cohort focuses on those businesses that have tested their product or service in the market (friends, family, markets, Etsy, brick and mortar, etc.) and have a clear understanding of what they are providing to the customer. At the end of this 12-week cohort, participants will have gained the knowledge to successfully run your business, a completed business plan, and will have presented your pitch at your Graduation. 


Photo of Incubator alum, BirdLoft:

The Business Leadership Academy of Tacoma-Pierce County aims to connect both current and emerging leaders with our business community, fostering leadership development and interaction with exemplary figures in their respective fields. This program is sponsored by the Chamber and Pacific Lutheran University and has been a regional community leadership program since 1978.
 
This program kicked off its 46th year last week as we welcomed 19 excited leaders into the Business Leadership Academy community! There are many things to look forward to over the next several weeks as these leaders explore leader development, assess their leadership strengths and weaknesses, learn from leaders that contribute to the vitality of our community, and visit organizations at the heart of our regional business community.

During the first day of class, students received the chance to hear from Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber President & CEO, Andrea H. Reay. She shared more on her career journey, valuable leadership insight, and what led her to our Chamber. Thank you, Andrea, for taking the time to speak to our BLA students!

What's Ahead

We are excited to engage with Tacoma's Downtown community through an extensive tour led by JD Elquist, Retail Advocate at Downtown Tacoma Partnership. Additionally, our Economic Development Tour will take participants through the Port of Tacoma, showcasing the vibrant economic opportunities in the region. These tours will highlight the dynamic business environment and offer valuable insights into Tacoma's economic landscape.

​Welcome to all the new members who joined our business community in August 2024:​