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Guest EditorialWRPS Continues to Invest in

Local-Area Small BusinessesBy Haley Taylor, Small Business Program Manager, Washington River Protection Solutions

For the second time during its contract to manage Hanford tank waste, Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) has been awarded the national DOE Mentor of the Year by the U.S. Department of Energy. The award recognizes leadership in mentoring local small businesses and was presented to WRPS in May by the DOE Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization. WRPS also received the award in 2012. Through its mentor-protégé program, WRPS partners with small businesses to create long-lasting relationships, share best practices and lessons learned, and enhance companies’ ability to successfully compete for federal contracts. We take every opportunity to introduce protégés to other corporate resources and affiliates and assist them in establishing business relationships with necessary suppliers.

Participation in the mentor-protégé program is one demonstration of WRPS’ commitment to Tri-City small businesses. We recognize the services and goods provided by local businesses are critical to accomplishing our mission. That’s why, during the course of our Hanford cleanup contract, since 2008, WRPS has awarded more than $960 million to area small businesses. That’s critical to cleanup, but it also means jobs and taxes that support our community’s overall infrastructure and help create a positive quality of life for us all.

WRPS has worked with the Chamber on sponsoring the Meet the Buyer program. Every quarter program sessions are presented free of charge and offer businesses opportunities to hear from procurement officials from a wide variety of local resources in the region.

The next session will focus on how your business can partner with WRPS or other Hanford prime contractors and will take place on July 12. Admission is free. Space is limited to two per company. To learn more and register to attend, contact Ashley Coronado at 509.491.3231 or ashley.coronado@tricityregionalchamber.com.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Board Chair – Tony Umek, AKU Enterprises

Past Chair – Marty Conger, Battelle

Treasurer – Chris Rivard, Moss Adams

Melissa Garrard, Washington River Protection Solutions

Annie Jacobs, HAPO Community Credit Union

Dean Moody, Intermountain West Insulation

Khurshed Sharifov, Century Securities Associates, Inc.

Brett Spooner, Gravis Law

Derrick Stricker, Stricker CRE

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ron Boninger, Stillmore, LLC

Paul Carlisle, elevate

Meghan Chalk, Iron Mountain Construction

Will Evans, AgriNorthwest

Sean Flaherty, Tri-City Herald

Shae Frichette, Frichette Winery

Lori Fritz, Bechtel National, Inc.

Nick Gonzales, Bouten Construction

Kedrich Jackson, American Tax Consultants

Carlos Martinez, Dura-Shine Clean

Mike McWhorter, PayneWest Insurance

Karen Miller, Benton PUD

Mike Miller, Moon Security

Vicki Monteagudo, Century 21

Rae Moss, Mission Support Alliance

Scott Parnell, CH2M HILL

Ana Ruiz Peralta, New York Life Insurance

Brad Rew, Gale-Rew Construction

Chris Robbins, Cascade Natural Gas

Bill Robertson, Bill Robertson Nissan

Lane Savitch, Kadlec Regional Medical Center

Bill Shibley, CHS Connell Grain

Steve Simmons, CG Public House and Catering

Jessica Stangeland, Fuse

Matt Sweezea, Primerica Advisors

David Tobias, Tyson Foods

Rene` Vasquez, Ennis Fine Furniture

Ted Vause, Invest Northwest Financial

STAFF Lori Mattson, President & CEO

Ashley Coronado, PTAC Business Counselor

Elisabeth Holt, Membership Development Director

Austin Neilson, Government & Economic Affairs Director

Tara Divers, Event Director

Austin Regimbal, Communications & Marketing Director

Karen Livas, Small Business Programs Director

Liz Renz, Accounting & Administrative Coordinator

Marie Corso, Member Services & Programs Coordinator

Haley Taylor WRPS

Former Regional Chamber Chair Elect John Ziobro is now serving as a Benton County Judge.

Best of luck, John! Thank you for your involvement in the Regional Chamber!

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Director level members City of Kennewick, City of Richland, Mission Support Alliance and the Tri-City Herald, and Executive-level member, City of West Richland, recently renewed their membership with the Chamber.

Our Government Affairs Director testified before the House Technology & Economic Development Committee in support of SB 5232, which would allow federal hydro efficiency improvement to count as an eligible renewable resource.

The recent Meet the Buyer program was attended by 30 business representatives who learned how to sell to the local transit systems and be better prepared to take part in the government marketplace.

During the first quarter, our PTAC Counselor assisted small businesses within the six county region in receiving over $1.4 million in government contracts.

We’ve recently welcomed Karen Livas to the Chamber team as Small Business Programs Director.

We’ve officially kicked off summer! We hosted a HAPO press conference, highlighting Cool Desert Nights and River of Fire Festival, along with several other great community events.

The Good Health is Good

Business Spring Wellness Challenge

kicked off May 1 with over 391 people

participating on 69 teams representing

businesses across the region!

The Tri-City Regional Chamber Board, volunteers and staff are

focused on delivering value to our members. Every Chamber

strategy, program and service is created specifically to provide

positive results and bring credit to our region. Here’s a look into

recent activities, plans and results.

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Welcome NeW membersThe Regional Chamber encourages members to conduct business with one another. Those listed below have recently made an important investment in their business and their professional career by joining the Regional Chamber. Please consider them for your personal and professional needs. When you do, let them know you learned of their business through the Tri-City Regional Chamber!

Encore Wellness 4 Life Mark Keith— 541-978-1099 135 Vista Way Suite E Kennewick, WA 99336 www.encorewellness4life.com

MOODYLOGIC Jaden Moody— 509-426-4683 320 N Johnson St. Suite 400 Kennewick, WA 99336 www.moodylogic.com

Fredy’s Steakhouse Jeremy Thelin— 509-591-1304 3617 Plaza Way Suite B Kennewick, WA 99336

Rivers Edge Designs Zachary Canario— 509-440-3134 Kennewick, WA 99336 www.riversedgedesigns.com

Clear View Window Cleaning Crystal Fenswick— 509-582-2323 Kennewick, WA 99338 www.get-clearview.com

NewEdge Wellness Center Jennifer Trumps— 509-737-9355 7403 W. Arrowhead Ave. Ste. B Kennewick, WA 99336 www.NewEdgeWellness.com

Thrive Fitness Adventures Sarah Lingley— 509-713-4282 710 George Washington Way Suite A Richland, WA 99352 www.ThriveFitnessAdventures.com

Neal Wilson Insurance Agency Neal Wilson— 509-366-2027 1 North Cascade Kennewick, WA 99336 www.nealwilsoninsurance.com

Webb’s Realty Derek Schoenrock— 509-521-6726 5219 W. Clearwater Ave. Ste. 6A Kennewick, WA 99336 www.webbsrealtyassociatesllc.com

Merit Resource Services Loretta Olivares— 509-579-0738 7510 W. Deschutes Pl. Kennewick, WA 99336 www.meritresources.org

Representative Mary Dye Mary Dye— 360-486-7942 432 John L O’Brien Bldg. Capital Campus Olympia, WA 98504 www.marydye.houserepublicans.wa.gov

The Landing Bistro and Lounge Margaret Click— 509-713-7667 430 George Washington Way Richland, WA 99352 www.thelandingcollaboration.com

LipSense/SeneGence International DiAnne Voegtle— 618-741-9337 Richland, WA 99352

New Member Photo - April 2017

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A Benefit of Membership –Ribbon cutting and groundbreaking ceremonies are a benefit of membership and offer the opportunity to become acquainted with fellow members while showcasing your business. To find out more about hosting your ribbon cutting or groundbreaking, contact Marie Corso at 509.491.3241 or marie.corso@tricityregionalchamber.com.

ribboN cuttiNg & grouNdbreakiNg ceremoNies

Fredy's Steakhouse Kennewick

Mirage Pool n' Spa Kennewick

Yellow Dog Studio Richland

Advance Auto Parts Kennewick

MacKay Sposito Pasco

MTI-Martinez Technical Institute Pasco

Merit Resource Services Richland

Ethos Bakery & Cafe Richland

The Original Pancake House Kennewick

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Business Development University (BDU) is the Regional Chamber’s educational program that’s specifically designed for small businesses. Each month, the program offers a 2-hour workshop that highlights topics and issues that help business owners and their employees expand their knowledge and skills. There are a variety of topics from social media and marketing, to customer service, human resources and business leadership. Check out this month’s workshop to gain valuable knowledge to grow your company!

Check out tricityregionalchamber.com for workshop information

Date: Thursday, June 22, 2017

Time: 8 - 10 am

Location: Tri-Cities Business & Visitor Center Bechtel Board Room 7130 W. Grandridge Blvd. Kennewick, WA 99336

Cost: $25 Members/$35 Guests

RSVP: RSVP by Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at tricityregionalchamber.com or call 509.736.0510

Coffee and light refreshments will be served.

PREMIER SPONSOR:

Join us for Business After Hours at Royal Columbian Retirement Inn in Kennewick, a JEA Senior Living operated community. JEA Senior Living Communities provide Retirement, Assisted Living, and Memory Care Services for their residents, all while honoring the experience of aging.

JEA has been Honoring the Experience of Aging for seniors in the Tri-Cities community for over 30 years. We invite you to join us for a tour, and business networking at our Business After Hours on June 8, from 4-6 PM.

Thursday, June 8, 2017 4 - 6 pm | Free to members | Bring a friend!

Royal Columbian Retirement Inn 5615 W. Umatilla Ave. Kennewick, WA 99336

Hosted By:

For more information, call Tara Divers, Event Director, at 509.491.3242

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SPONSORED BY:

The Tri-City Regional Chamber’s Small Business Incentive Program started in 2011 thanks to the generous support of Washington River Protection Solutions. This innovative program helps strengthen small businesses

in the Tri-Cities by providing grants to purchase key products or services!

The Tri-City Regional Chamber strongly encourages award winners to make awarded purchases from other Regional Chamber members.

2016 Small Business Incentive Program Recipients

For more information: tricityregionalchamber.com

IT'S BACK!

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Thank you for SOCIALIZING! #GHGB2017

Thank you Sponsors

Thank you Premier Sponsor

THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR GOOD HEALTH IS GOOD BUSINESS PARTICIPANTS!

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THE GOOD HEALTH IS GOOD BUSINESS LUNCHEON WAS A SMASHING SUCCESS!

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Special thanks to: Keynote Speaker Marilyn McKenna, 13 Wellness Partner businesses, and the 248 attendees!

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GET NOTICED.ADVERTISE IN OUR MONTHLY NEWSLETTER.

• Reaches over 1,600 business contacts• As low as $100 per month

For Inquiries: Contact Austin Regimbal at: austin.regimbal@tricityregionalchamber.com or call 509.491.3238

goverNmeNt coNtractiNg esseNtials

comiNg this summer!

legislature coNtiNues

talk oN Paid

Family leave

Presented by the Washington PTAC at the

Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce

What does it take to become a successful government contractor? Washington PTAC can help you prepare for government business. We will teach you the basics of marketing and selling your products and services to federal, state and local government agencies.

In this class you will learn:

How to classify your product or service How to register in correct databases Small business programs and certifications Types of solicitations and how to respond Marketing strategies for finding opportunities Laws and regulations

This is a great opportunity for established businessesto learn how to get ready for the governmentprocurement market!

Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2017 Time: 9 - 11 am Location: Tri-Cities Business & Visitor Center

Bechtel Board Room 7130 W. Grandridge Blvd. Kennewick, WA 99336

*Also offered in Yakima on June 7 (contact Ashley below) Cost: FREE RSVP: www.washingtonptac.org/events-workshops

or Ashley Coronado at 509.491.3231

The 2017 election cycle will be a very busy one with 21 seats in city governments on the ballot this year. These races are very important to the future of our economy and region. To help inform our members, the Regional Chamber will once again publish a City Council Candidate Questionnaire so business owners can better understand where candidates stand on the issues. All candidates that have filed for city council races will be invited to submit their feedback, with full responses being shared on the Chamber website and social media in July just before primary ballots are mailed. For more information on which city council seats will be on the ballot, visit www.tricityregionalchamber.com.

While the Washington State Legislature continues to work overtime on budget negotiations for the 2017-19 biennium and a long term funding solution for basic education, legislators are also discussing paid family leave legislation. In November 2016, voters approved Initiative 1433, which raises the statewide minimum wage to $13.50 per hour by 2020 and also requires employers to provide their employees with seven sick days per year (with employers accruing one hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked).

A bipartisan group of lawmakers, along with a diverse coalition of business groups led by the Association of Washington Business (AWB), have been meeting throughout the year to negotiate write a paid family leave bill that would benefit employers and workers. Talks are ongoing, and as more information is available, the Regional Chamber will provide updates to all members in the days and weeks ahead. For more information on this and other issues, check out the Policy News & Action Alerts on the Regional Chamber’s website at www.tricityregionalchamber.com.

2017 city couNcil

caNdidate QuestioNNaire

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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!Ashley is a valuable member of our team.

Thank you, Ashley, for your contributions and commitment to the Regional Chamber!

Ashley CoronadoPTAC Business Counselor

Celebrating 7 Years!

Serve your community, receive a commemorative shirt and have fun!

Volunteer opportunities on Friday, June 23 from 6 to 9 p.m. or Saturday,

June 24 (various times available)

Contact: Tara Divers, Event Director

509.491.3242

Volunteers Needed!

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Take part in our new referral program!

Refer a business to the Chamber by sending an email to elisabeth.holt@tricityregionalchamber.com with the following information:

Business name Contact person Email address or phone number Your relationship to their business

Make introductory contact via email or phone between the Chamber and business. The Chamber will then contact the business and mention your business name as the referral. Once the referred business joins and pays membership dues in full (within 90 days of referral), you will be able to take advantage of the Member Referral Program benefits.Get more info at tricityregionalchamber.com.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ABEL CAMPOS OF THREE BROTHERS MOVING, LLC. HE WAS OUR FIRST REFERRAL PROGRAM REWARD RECIPIENT, WINNING A GIFT CARD TO CG PUBLIC HOUSE & CATERING!

June: Receive a $50 gift card to MJP Detailing!

Leads Exchange and Referral Network (LEARN) Groups allow professionals to meet often in a networking environment to exchange leads and business referrals. LEARN Groups are intended to be a tool for members to cultivate their business. Each LEARN Group includes 10-20 Regional Chamber members from different industries.

Schedule:Group 1: Tuesdays Weekly, 4 - 5 pm

SpringHill Suites by MarriottGroup2: 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 12 - 1 pm

Lu Lu Craft Bar + KitchenGroup 3: 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 12 - 1 pm Red Lion Hotel - Kennewick Nomad Lounge

Group 4: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 4 - 5 pm Fat Olives Restaurant & Catering (Richland)

JOIN A LEARN GROUP TODAY!

INCREASE YOUR NETWORKING CIRCLE!

VISIT THE TRI-CITY REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WEBSITE TO LEARN MORE!

www.tricityregionalchamber.com or contact Elisabeth Holt at elisabeth.holt@tricityregionalchamber.com

or 509.491.3237.

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Thank You For reNeWiNg your membershiP

31-40 YEAR MEMBERSYRS MEMBER LEVEL31 Bennett Rentals Entrepreneur31 Budget Print Center, Inc. Entrepreneur31 Columbia Industries Entrepreneur31 McDonald's Restaurants Entrepreneur31 Ray Poland & Sons, Inc. Entrepreneur

26-30 YEAR MEMBERS30 City of Kennewick Director30 Perfection Miller Paint Entrepreneur29 Tri-City Herald Director29 KNDU TV Corporate28 Ben Franklin Transit Corporate28 Highland Health Food Entrepreneur28 Pacific Recycling Entrepreneur26 Moon Security Services, Inc. Business26 KFFX Fox 11 Entrepreneur

20-25 YEAR MEMBERS23 Tri-Cities Cancer Center Business23 Final Touch Upholstery Entrepreneur23 The Personal Touch Entrepreneur22 Chervenell Construction Company Entrepreneur22 Roundtable Pizza Entrepreneur20 Vision Mortgage Entrepreneur

16-19 YEAR MEMBERS19 Best Western - Kennewick Inn Entrepreneur19 Leavy, Schultz, Davis PS Entrepreneur18 American Building Maintenance Business18 Irrigation Specialists Inc. Entrepreneur18 Nouveau Day Spa Entrepreneur18 Shari's Restaurant Entrepreneur18 Swire Seven-Up/Dr. Pepper Entrepreneur17 Balcom & Moe, Inc. Entrepreneur17 Isla Bonita Mexican Dining Entrepreneur17 Academy of Children's Theatre Entrepreneur16 DGR Grant Construction, Inc. Entrepreneur16 Local Union 112 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Entrepreneur16 Palmer Roofing Company Entrepreneur16 Greenbrier Rail Services Affiliate16 KIE Supply Corp. Affiliate

10-15 YEAR MEMBERS15 AECOM at WTP Corporate15 Pay Plus Benefits Entrepreneur15 Ebony & Ivory Pianos Entrepreneur14 TruGreen Entrepreneur13 Seattle Seahawks Entrepreneur13 Progressive Machine Inc. Entrepreneur12 Primerica Advisors - Sweezea Business12 Lucas Engineering & Management Services, Inc. Entrepreneur12 Servpro of Tri-Cities West Entrepreneur12 The Cicotte Law Firm, PLLC Entrepreneur

10-15 YEAR MEMBERS11 Ferguson Corporate11 TiLite Business10 AREVA Federal Services, LLC Executive10 Riverton Retirement and Assisted Living Community Business

4-9 YEARS MEMBERSYRS MEMBER LEVEL9 Dura-Shine Clean Company Entrepreneur9 Lybbert Fielding Real Estate Entrepreneur9 Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants Entrepreneur9 Heartland Payment Systems Entrepreneur8 Gale-Rew Construction Entrepreneur8 Re/Max Professionals Entrepreneur8 RV Village Resort Entrepreneur7 G2 Commercial Construction, Inc. Entrepreneur7 Hire Electric Business6 Consolidated Supply/The Fixture Gallery Entrepreneur6 American Leak Detection Business6 John Clement Photography Entrepreneur5 The Home Depot Business5 Colonial Life Entrepreneur5 Parkview Estates Senior Living Community Entrepreneur5 Sand & Sage Car Club Entrepreneur4 Five Guys Burgers and Fries Business4 Real Centric Solutions, LLC Business4 Wine Country Family Dental Business4 Budget Blinds Entrepreneur4 Dr. Lee Ostler Entrepreneur4 Fella's Hair Entrepreneur4 Grocery Outlet Entrepreneur4 Kennewick Flower Shop Entrepreneur4 Moss Adams LLP Entrepreneur4 NewEdge Entrepreneur4 Masala Indian Cuisine Entrepreneur

3 YEAR MEMBERS3 Ben Bridge Jewelers Business3 Homewood Suites Richland Business3 TradeWind Services, LLC Business3 Polestar Technical Services, Inc. Entrepreneur3 TruVision Solutions, LLC Entrepreneur

2 YEAR MEMBERS

2 SpringHill Suites by Marriott Corporate2 CloudSigns.TV Entrepreneur2 Magnolia Music Studio - Riverwalk Entrepreneur2 Wheatland Bank Entrepreneur

1 YEAR MEMBERS1 Sageland Center, LLC Business1 Knutzen Engineering Entrepreneur1 Market Delivery Solutions, LLC Entrepreneur

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Have an event, accomplishment or announcement that you want to advertise through the Regional Chamber? Hit nearly

all of the Chamber’s digital platforms through the Digital Promotion Package.

The package includes:

One image to be displayed on the homepage of the Chamber’s website for one week

One flyer to go out in the Chamber’s Friday eBlast e-mail

One flyer posted on the Chamber’s Facebook and Twitter pages

One press release featured in a special section of the Chamber’s redesigned weekly V.O.I.C.E. e-mail

All for one low price!

For Pricing and Availability, Contact Austin Regimbal, Marketing & Communications Director,

at 509.491.3238 or austin.regimbal@tricityregionalchamber.com

DIGITAL PROMOTION PACKAGES

The Tri-City Regional Chamber is pleased to announce Numerica Credit Union as the April Outstanding Member of the Month. Numerica Credit Union has been an Executive Level member of the Chamber since 2003. They have also partnered with the Regional Chamber as the Premier Sponsor of the Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon since 2012. Numerous Numerica employees have volunteered through committees, the Ambassador Club and other Regional Chamber events. Numerica also supports community organizations like 2nd Harvest, the Boys & Girls Club, Women Helping Women and others.

Thank you Numerica Credit Union and your entire team for your time and dedication to the Regional Chamber and the community. We are proud to recognize you as the April Outstanding Member of the Month.

REGIONAL CHAMBER

OUTSTANDING MEMBER OF

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APRIL 2017

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

✓ REGISTER your vehicle in the 24th Annual Cool Desert Nights!

✓ GROW your understanding of government contracting on June 13!

✓ ATTEND a L.E.A.R.N. Group meeting

✓ PROMOTE your products, events and promotions by advertising with the Regional Chamber!

To Do:

JULY

THANK YOUMay Business After Hours Host:

Mustang Sign Group

State of the Cities Luncheon Sponsor:Baker Boyer Bank

GHGB Sponsors:

Basin Pacific Insurance, Kadlec, Ben Franklin Transit, Tri-Cities Cancer Center, Lourdes Health, Versatile,

Lynx Healthcare, Tri-Cities Community Health

JUNE8 Business After Hours: JEA Senior Living

13 PTAC Workshop: Government Contracting Essentials

22 Business Development University

22-25 Cool Desert Nights

4 River of Fire Festival

12 Meet the Buyer: Doing Business with the Hanford Primes and PNNL

13 Business After Hours: Goose Ridge Winery

26 July Membership Luncheon

SAVE with the ChamberOffice Depot Program

Text "TriCitySPC" to 555-888 to receive the savings card on our phone. Present at checkout.

Sign up for your online business account at: MyChamberAdvantage.com/chamber_signup

Pick up your savings card at the Regional Chamber office.

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