Vision

The Place for Business

Mission

We empower our business community through access, collaboration, and leadership that sparks innovation, investment, and results.

Values

Access

We open doors to opportunities, resources, and connections that strengthen our business community.

Collaboration

We bring people, organizations, and ideas together to support shared success.

Leadership

We lead with purpose and elevate the voices, vision, and impact of our members.

Innovation & Results

We drive new ideas, investment, and measurable outcomes that advance the South Sound economy.

Strategic Imperatives

Membership Engagement

We help our members grow by giving them valuable connections, resources, and opportunities they can actually use.

Advocacy for Business

​We advocate for policies that support businesses by working with leaders, removing obstacles, and making sure the business community's voice is heard and acted on.

Resource for Small Business

We support small businesses with the tools, resources, talent, and connections they need to grow, compete, and succeed.

Workforce Development

​We build a strong, future-ready workforce and business ecosystem by developing talent, supporting entrepreneurs, and connecting people to real opportunities.

Awards and Accolades

• Western Association of Chamber Executives (W.A.C.E.) E-Newsletter Award, First Place (2025)
• Western Association of Chamber Executives (W.A.C.E.) Website Awards, First Place (2019, 2016, 2012)
• Western Association of Chamber Executives (W.A.C.E.) eNewsletter Awards, Honorable Mention (2019, 2016)
• U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Hiring Our Heroes, Chamber Valor of the Year (2018, 2014)
• Western Association of Chamber Executives (W.A.C.E.) Video Awards, First Place (2017, 2014)
• Western Association of Chamber Executives (W.A.C.E.) Program Awards, First Place (South Sound Summit - 2017)
• Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (A.C.C.E.) Finalist, Chamber of the Year (2016)
• Western Association of Chamber Executives (W.A.C.E.) Core Competency Award (Know15.com - 2015)
• Puget Sound American Marketing Association (PSAMA) Pulse Award (2015)
• Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), President's Choice Award (Know15.com - 2015)​​
• Washington Hospitality Association, Partnership Award (2015)

​"The Chamber makes building a strong referral network easy with their events, advertising opportunities, and directory. Joining the Chamber was one of the best decisions we've ever made."

Stephanie Schramm, CEO | ​MadCap Marketing + Creative

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