TACOMA-PIERCE COUNTY CHAMBER
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  • Join Today
    • Join the Chamber
    • Online Membership Application
  • About Us
    • What We Do >
      • Advocacy
      • Leadership
      • Relationships
    • Our Programs >
      • Candidate Academy
      • Business Leadership Academy
      • Manufacturing Industrial Council for the South Sound
      • Spaceworks Tacoma
      • Pierce County Business Accelerator
    • Our Partners >
      • Downtown Tacoma Partnership
    • Staff
    • Board of Directors
    • Ambassador Team
    • South Sound Business Leaders
  • Members
    • Member Portal Information
    • Login to Member Portal
    • Member-to-Member Deals
  • Events
    • Happy Hour Business Expo
  • Resources
    • News & Updates
    • Sound Track Podcast
    • Pierce County Economic Index (PCEI) Report
    • Annual Impact Report
    • Kiva
    • Advertising & Sponsorships
    • Tacoma Business Climate Survey
  • Directory

About The Chamber

Our Vision


Making South Sound the most equitable, inclusive, and thriving place to do business in Washington State.

Our Mission

We are the voice for business and catalysts for prosperity.

Our Values

​At the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber, our values reflect the commitment we have to our members, our community, and the broader goals we strive to achieve together. These values guide our actions, shape our initiatives, and drive our passion for building a stronger, more inclusive region.

Collaboration

​We believe that our community’s strength lies in the collective effort of its members. By fostering collaboration across sectors, we create opportunities for growth, innovation, and shared success. The Chamber works alongside businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, and individuals to build a united, resilient Tacoma-Pierce County.

Catalytic Leadership

​As a leadership organization, we focus on driving positive change and inspiring others to do the same. We empower our members to step up and take leadership roles, advancing initiatives that shape the future of our region. Through visionary thinking and action, we seek to be a catalyst for progress and innovation, both locally and beyond.

Anti-Racist

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. We recognize the importance of acknowledging and confronting systemic racism, and we work to ensure that our actions foster equity, fairness, and opportunity for all members of our community.

Community Champions

We are proud champions for our community and for the issues that matter most to our members. Whether advocating for economic growth, public policy, or community development, we stand strong in support of the businesses, organizations, and individuals making an impact in Tacoma and Pierce County. Our commitment to advocacy ensures that the voices of our members are heard and valued.

Results-Driven

​We are focused on outcomes that matter. The work we do is grounded in measurable results that benefit our members and the community as a whole. Whether we’re providing resources, facilitating partnerships, or advocating for change, we are committed to delivering tangible, real-world impact that supports the success and growth of our region.

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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950 Pacific Ave. Suite 300
Tacoma, WA 98402
​Phone: (253) 627-2175
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Fax: (253) 597-7305
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