Do you know of a business, a business owner or an employee who you think should be publicly recognized and honored for demonstrating business leadership and promoting prosperity within the community? Someone who has a passion for excellence and makes a difference in our community? If so, the Everett Area Chamber of Commerce wants to hear from you by August 21.

Nominations are requested for the Chamber’s 2009 Awards of Excellence. The awards will be presented to honorees during the Chamber’s Annual Night of Stars Gala on December 9. In addition to the prestigious Henry M. Jackson Citizen of the Year award, the Chamber will recognize the achievements of businesses and individuals in more than a dozen categories. [More]

Friday, July 17
Shot Gun Start at 1:00 p.m.
Legion Memorial Golf Course
144 W. Marine View Drive, Everett

Golfers--get your 2009 registrations in early! Foursomes and individual entries are available now. Call us about affordable event sponsorships and hole sponsorships. Don't miss out!

This tournament also provides great opportunities to meet new customers and old friends while having fun! Click here for detailed information

Starting June 15, SBA will accept loans for a temporary new program called America's Recovery Capital.  "ARC" loans of up to $35,000 are designed to provide a "bridge" for viable small businesses with immediate financial hardship - to keep their doors open until they get back on track. ARC loans will be made by commercial lenders, not SBA directly. [More]

Looking for information about the Colors of Freedom July 4th celebration? To find out more about this and other free events presented by the City of Everett, visit www.enjoyEverett.org.

You'll also find information about the City of Everett's upcoming community events: Sorticulture, Everett's Garden Arts Festival, Music in the Parks, Cinema Under the Stars, and much more. You can even add the City as a friend on Facebook or Twitter to stay connected year round.

Want to get away?
China Information Session July 15 

Do you need an experience of a lifetime? Plan one with the Everett Area Chamber of Commerce.

In light of the announcement that the Chamber will be offering a trip to China, October 23-31, there will be a free information session held on July 15 for interested parties. If you would like to learn more about what this trip will include, please register to join us. We look forward to seeing you there.

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August 12 Bonus Marketing Seminar Scheduled: "How to Make the Most Out of Your Exhibitor Booth"

Could your business benefit by getting in front of new customers? The Everett Area Community Expo 2009, Saturday, October 17 at the Everett Mall is an effective way to introduce your business to new and prospective customers and clients plus brand yourself with your existing customers. Expo Booth Exhibitors are invited to a free pre-Expo seminar set for August 12, 9-10 a.m. The free seminar is designed to help give tips and information to help you plan for the best booth experience possible for your business. [More]