The Chamber has joined in the call led by Washington Hospitality Association (WHA) for the state to reopen by June 15, calling on Governor Inslee to release a plan for reopening the state by that date, joining 48 other states that have already released reopening plans. The restaurant and hospitality Read more…
On May 5, the Chamber hosted a livestream of Grow with Google’s Digital Partner Series workshop, “Sell More with an Engaging Marketing Strategy.” Dave from Constant Contact discussed tips for great email marketing campaigns, the basics of segmentation and automation, and how to make improvements with data and predictive analytics. Read more…
In the midst of 2020’s pandemic restrictions, we saw many employees working remotely, doing their best to keep up with the workload as their environment and tools changed (and changed often). This, of course, caused delays, backlogs, and a fractured process for many organizations. Quite possibly, Mason County’s permitting department Read more…
Registration for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) is now open at restaurants.sba.gov. If you are working with Square or Toast, you do not need to register. The online application portal will remain open to any eligible establishment until all funds are exhausted. Read the full press release. The $28.6 Billion RFF is designed to Read more…
If you have registered to attend the Chamber’s Annual Awards Gala, here is information which I hope will be helpful as you finalize your plans for the event. This year staggered arrival times have been assigned. Please help us by adhering to your prescribed time. We have determined arrival windows Read more…
The Chamber is excited to announce the official formation of its Foundation and designated 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, which will allow the Chamber to further its mission to encourage and maintain a vibrant business community, promote tourism, and to facilitate economic development. The Foundation has been established with the purpose to: provide financial support for the Read more…
Paycheck Protection Program Act extends application date through May 31. 1. PPP Eligibility is Expanded to prioritize the smallest of small businesses. The Biden-Harris Administration and SBA announced the agency has eliminated restrictions to businesses with owners who have prior non-financial fraud felony convictions. The SBA has also eliminated the Read more…
The Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) program was established by The Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act, signed into law on December 27, 2020. The program includes $15 billion in grants to shuttered venues, to be administered by the Small Business Administration’s Office of Disaster Assistance.The Read more…
There are a number of safety protocols being instituted for the Awards Gala and 99th Anniversary Celebration. The Chamber is well aware of the responsibility we carry in setting the example of how to hold a safe, large, in-person event and are working hand in hand with the staff at Read more…
We are very excited to share with you the finalists for our upcoming Chamber Awards Gala and 99th Anniversary at Little Creek Casino Resort. More than 150 nominations were received and were narrowed down to just 15 finalists. Ballots will be sent out soon to all Chamber members in good Read more…