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Guide to City and State Chambers of Commerce in Washington
Network through the Washington State Chamber of Commerce
By Lisa J. Jackson, Writer / Editor
City and state chambers of commerce in Washington focus on supporting member businesses. Washington chamber of commerce chapters work to attract new businesses to the area, train future leaders in the community, and enhance the quality of life. Consider the incentives to you and your business which are offered by any of the Washington chambers of commerce.
1. Members enjoy business assistance services.
2. Chamber business members are able to offer and extend special service and product discounts to other Washington chamber of commerce members.
3. Chambers lobby successfully on business tax, government efficiency and other business issues that affect local companies.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Join the Washington Chamber of Commerce
The Washington Chamber of Commerce supports large and small community businesses by offering a variety of services and products. They also produce newsletters and reports so your business can stay up-to-date on issues which may apply to your business. The state chamber also coordinates the county and local chambers of commerce.
I recommend: Washington State's Chamber of Commerce is called the Association of Washington Business. It has a sizeable and diverse membership. The US Chamber of Commerce offers an alphabetical listing of all Washington state chambers of commerce, with applicable website links. Search the directory of all Washington chambers of commerce for your town, or the one nearest you.
Sign up with a large-chapter chamber of commerce in Washington
Chamber of commerce chapters which support multiple cities have a unique focus on attracting businesses and visitors to a large area where they can take advantage of the area's urban activities and events. The Tri-Cities, Washington, chamber of commerce serves businesses in southeast Washington. There are a few chambers that fall under the Greater Washington Chamber of Commerce umbrella, so one will most likely fit your interests.
I recommend: Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce makes signing up easy with a downloadable form. The Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce leads the way to long-term business prosperity. Join the Greater Kirkland Chamber of Commerce and work with other business owners toward a prosperous community.
Enjoy the friendships you can build with a city chamber of commerce in Washington
Just about every city has a local chamber of commerce in Washington. Find the one nearest to your business, join it, and start networking to promote your business. Encourage your employees to join, too. Even if you aren't local, you may want to check into the Seattle, WA, Chamber of Commerce and the Spokane, WA, Chamber of Commerce simply because of their location and possible resources and benefits to your company.
I recommend: The Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce has a business health trust and sharebuilder 401(k) plan as part of its benefits package to members. The Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce supports its members by acting as a catalyst for a sustainable and vibrant economy.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- • Once you're a member of any chamber of commerce for Washington State, utilize all the member discounts for which you qualify. Discount amounts will vary, but you will find some to ease your business expenses.
