Spring has definitely arrived here in the Pa-cific Northwest! Kick starting our spring celebration was ShowCase Lakewood – Another Bloomin’ Trade Show at the Great American Casino. If you didn’t attend, you missed a great networking opportu-nity. Based on the responses of question-naires our vendors submitted, it was one of our best table-top trade shows ever.

The Chamber staff and volunteers are defi-nitely in high gear working to create net-working opportunities designed to develop relationships and help you increase your bottom line. I would like to cover the many terrific opportunities you and your business should get involved in over the next several months.

June’s General Membership Luncheon will honor the Business Students of the Year with the scholarship program funded

through the Chamber’s Annual Chili Cook-Off. The Luncheon is scheduled for June 5th, 11:30 a.m. and will be held at the Tacoma Country & Golf Club Club.

Our recent Blue Ribbon Cutting at Lakewold Gardens, celebrated 25 years of being open to the public! We commemorated this mile-stone and ushered in the new Don & Mary Williams Garden Room! We cherish our part-nership with this crown jewel in our own back yard!

Particularly popular with our early bird risers, is AM Chamber Network. The format is not your typical 30 second elevator speech an-nouncement. This program has been de-signed for Relationship Building, which will in turn, give you more opportunities to cross promote each other! Another opportunity to casually network is Dish Mob at LaPalma Mexican Restau-rant! What's a Dish Mob you ask? Chamber Members and friends converge at a locally owned restaurant to show our support for our small business owners and to help strengthen our local economy. We nosh, we network and have a great time! Meet us at LaPalma on May 21st at 5:00 p.m.

The Chamber is also gearing up for our an-nual Golf Classic on June 20th at the RMG Club - Oakbrook. If you’ve participated in the past, you’ll recall it’s one of the most enjoy-able events of the season. Sign up early to be a sponsor, for a team, provide donations for the raffle drawings, or sign up to volun-teer. The Golf Classic provides opportunities to get in front of the most influential business leaders in the region - and have fun doing it!

I encourage you to get involved in any of these exciting upcoming events – take advan-tage of everything the Chamber has to offer to help you take your business to the next level!

Nadine Hamilton, ACC Tech

2013-14 Chair of the Board

Message from the Chair of the Board

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Inside this issue:

April’s Activities 2

We have your private

meeting room ready!

2

June Deadline for Adver-

tising

3

Promote to the Military

Market!

3

New Members 4-5

Renewing Members 6

Momentum Sponsors! 7

Photo Timeline 8-9

Annual Golf Classic 10-

11

Events Calendar 12

Ambassadors of the

Month

13

110% Club! 13

Spring 2014

Chamber’s April Activities

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Military Affairs Meeting

Tuesday, May 20, 2014 8:00 a.m. Burs Restaurant

A double header this month!

We will have our Community Con-nector, the 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Divi-sion’s, Commander, COL Louis Zeisman and McChord’s 62nd AW Commander, COL David Kumashiro speak to our group.

Our Business Spotlight speaker is Pa-cific Medical Centers.

We’ll also hear updates from our military partners.

Meet us on the Freedom Bridge imme-diately following the meeting at 9:30 a.m. to Salute our Military & their Families!

Why you should belong to a local Chamber of Commerce video by ACCE: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uxw9NIafksw

Your staff and volunteers have been busy serving the needs of our Members, local citizenry and out-of-town visitors. During the month of April, we served:

398 walk-ins and phone calls regarding Chamber Business 141 walk-ins and phone calls regarding Tourist Information 179 welcome packets were provided to new personnel and their families at JBLM

Need a quiet, private meeting space where you can meet with clients/prospects/staff, but don’t want to be in a public environ-ment? We’ve got just the spot for you!

The Chamber is offering FREE MEETING SPACE to our Members that accommodates up to 6 people at our offices between 9 am - 5 pm, Monday through Friday (with the exception of national holidays). Parking is free and ample, and of course, we are easily accessible.

Perfect for staff hires and evaluations (away from prying eyes and ears), meeting a new client on neutral territory, pitching a new program or service ~ we are your solution! Just call Scott at 253-582-9400 or email him at scottj@lakewood-wa.com to reserve your private meeting room today.

We Have Your Private Meeting Room Ready

Promote Your Business to New Military Personnel

Let us promote your business at both Newcomers Orientations at Joint Base Lewis McChord in the Cham-ber’s Information Bags supplied to all new personnel in the Army and the Air Force! This outreach program will put your information into the hands of between 200 - 500 new personnel and their families each month

for only $300 a year!

Increase your businesses’ foot traffic with coupons and giveaways. You are encouraged to provide items that are useful and imaginative—discount coupons, magnets, rulers, calendars, cups, potato chip clips, etc.

will be of more interest and useful than just a brochure.

For details, contact Scott Jonson at 253-582-9400 or scottj@lakewood-wa.com

AM Chamber Networking

Tuesday, May 13, 2014 7:30 - 9:30 am Great American Casino

The Lakewood Chamber wants to help you increase your bottom line! This is the reason we create networking opportunities designed to develop relationships.

This opportunity is for our early bird Members to power network over coffee and/or breakfast!

The format will not be your typical 30 second elevator speech announcement. This program has been designed for Relationship Building, which will in turn, give you more opportunities to cross promote each other!

Special thanks to the Great American Casino for providing us complimentary coffee and meeting space. Menus will be available for those who wish to have breakfast.

DOOR PRIZES ~ Anyone who brings a door prize will be offered the opportunity to address everyone in the room for 1 minute!

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A fantastic way to welcome new

military personnel to the region!

Deadline is June 16 to Advertise!

staff’s information re-source directory.

More than 7,000 copies will be distributed in 2014-15.

This full color directory is the premier source of information for everyone!

June 16 is the deadline to advertise in the 2013-14 Membership Directory & Visitor Guide!

The Lakewood Chamber Membership Directory & Visitor Guide is the most visible and lucrative way to showcase your prod-ucts and services to thou-

sands of prospective cus-tomers.

It is the official response piece used to answer business, military, new-comer, local resident and leisure travelers inquiries received by mail, phone, email and one-on-one contacts, as well as your

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Aim High Office Assisting Emily McConnell, Owner Lakewood, WA 98499

253-961-0257 Assisting small businesses with the operations side of

their business. We take care of all administrative duties, including bookkeeping, typing, AP, AR, while keeping

costs low.

Alaska Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Tricia Schwab, Community Relations Director and Kate

Fiola, Executive Director 6220 South Alaska Street

Tacoma, WA 98408 253-476-5300

Skilled nursing facility with emphasis on post-acute re-habilitation in a manner that promotes a sense of dignity

and well-being.

American West Bank David Rosenau or Toni Quinn

1015 “A” Street Tacoma, WA 98402

253-722-2900 Financial Institution

Bar Bistro

Eric Poulin, Owner/Operator 1718 99

th St. E

Tacoma, WA 98445 253-537-3655

Serving Northwest favorites with an international flair. Specialty cocktails fresh and unique.

Cornerstone Advisory Group

Aaron Donaldson, Owner 2817 South C Street Tacoma, WA 98402

253-226-1777 Cornerstone Advisory Group helps businesses with

benefits programs, business planning, tax accountancy and cash flow management.

Dex Media

Carlos Ortiz, Marketing Consultant 3700 Pacific Highway E, Suite 100

Fife, WA 98424 253-922-9671

Providing print and digital or online marketing solutions to small and medium sized businesses.

Eisenhower Carlson, PLLC Jason Whalen, Attorney

1201 Pacific Avenue, Suite 1200 Tacoma, WA 98402

253-572-4500 Eisenhower Carlson has been serving the legal needs of Puget Sound families and businesses for more than four generations. Since our founding in 1914, we have taken great pride in the quality of our work, the diversity of our clients, and the firm’s demonstrated commitment to our

community.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Daniel Hammes, Campus Director, Dave Mulkey and Greg

Cause, Associate Campus Directors 851 Lincoln Blvd., Suite 350

JBLM, WA 98438 253-589-1728

Premier aviation and aerospace degrees, five modes of learning and class offerings flexible enough to fit into your

busy life!

Event Success Entertainment Michael Ewing, Owner-Operator

Tacoma, WA 98409 253-442-3386

Disc Jockey and Emcee for weddings, corporate and all events needing musical entertainment.

Ginger Palace II

Phillip Tran, Co-Owner 8736 S Hosmer St.

Tacoma, WA 98444 253-548-2419

Pan American cuisine. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, full bar & lounge. Catering and banquet space up to 400. American

food also available.

Hobby Lobby Jeremy Hayes, Store Manager

5319 100th St. SW

Lakewood, WA 98499 253-584-9798

Hobby Lobby is a national retail chain of craft and home décor stores with more than 70,000 products in its stores.

Hunke Equipment and Truck Sales

Kim Hunke, VP of Operations and Business Development 125 165

th Street

Spanaway, WA 98387 253-537-0111

Sell and consign used trucks and commercial equipment. We also offer warranties and financing.

We Welcome our Newest Members!

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We Welcome our Newest Members!

Jack in the Box Steve Wazny, Operating Partner

15310 Union Avenue SW Lakewood, WA 98498

253-584-0613 Jack in the Box offers a selection of innovative products

targeted to the fast-food consumer serving breakfast, lunch, dinner & late night.

Johnson Roofing LLC

Steve Graeff, Owner Lakewood, WA 98499

253-584-4952 Roofing contractor that has been in business over 30

years. Re-roofs, repairs, maintenance and more! Call us for any questions!

Kenworth Northwest

Ken Mason, General Manager 12507 Pacific Highway S Lakewood, WA 98499

253-536-8800 Truck Dealer for Kenworth Trucks offering parts – sales

– service in the Northwest since 1947.

RE/MAX Professionals DeAnne Davidson, Real Estate Broker

Lakewood, WA 98498 253-381-8997

Residential real estate specialist who assists buyers, sellers and investors in the marketing or purchasing of real estate in the Lakewood, Steilacoom, Tacoma and

University Place areas.

Salty’s Redondo Terianne Broyles, General Manager

28201 Redondo Beach Drive S Des Moines, WA 98198

253-946-0636 Waterfront seafood restaurant with outside decks & full

service bar.

Schwans Victoria Mason, New Customer Representative

Tacoma, WA 98408 253-227-4991

We offer over 350 high-quality products flash-frozen at the peak of freshness and flavor, then held in deep

freeze until delivered to your door.

Silver Cloud Inn Tacoma Daniel O’Leary, General Manager and Shellie Banvelos,

Director of Sales 2317 N Ruston Way Tacoma, WA 98402

253-272-1300 Tacoma’s only waterfront hotel conveniently located in

Tacoma’s Old Town neighborhood. 90 guest rooms with spectacular views.

Sodexho/Clover Park School District

Kevin Scott, Food Service Director 9219 Lakewood Drive Lakewood, WA 98499

253-583-5490 School District Food Service.

South Sound Inspections

Robert Jones, President 5700 100

th St. SW, Suite 330, PMB 113

Lakewood, WA 98499 253-820-9650

Residential and commercial property inspections. Washington State License Home Inspector #256.

Trinity’s Closet, Inc.

Tami Huff, Owner 9105 Bridgeport Way SW

Lakewood, WA 98499 253-441-1931

Designer women and teens resale clothing and acces-sories, including formal dresses.

University of Phoenix

Jon Murdock, Corporate Education Liaison 1145 Broadway Plaza, Suite 500

Tacoma, WA 98402 253-304-9730

Provides access to higher education opportunities that enable students to develop knowledge and skills neces-

sary to achieve their professional goals.

West Shore Contracting LLC Jim Charboneau, Owner Lakewood, WA 98498

253-377-7905 Commercial construction & T.I. Specialist.

Xyngular

Carrie Kay, Consultant Tacoma, WA 98407

253-292-1113 Ignite Program is to help you lose 8-15 pounds in 8

days. Fantastic product. 100% money back.

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Thank You for Reinvesting in Your Membership!

40 & More Years

Brink & Sadler, CPAs Ed Selden Carpet One

30 & More Years

Amaya Electric Crane's Creations

KMS Financial Services

25 & More Years

Costco Wholesale - Tacoma Harborstone Credit Union

20 & More Years

Cascade Regional Blood Service Lakewood Water District

Video Management

15 & More Years

City of Lakewood Emergency Food Network

Gene's Towing, Inc. Holroyd Company Inc.

Lakes Body Shop LASA (Living-Access-Support-Alliance)

MultiCare Centers of Occupational Medicine Northwest Abatement Services, Inc. Pacific Northwest Insurance Brokers

Rainier Connect Tacoma Power Tijuana Tacoma

Tillicum Mini-Storage TwinStar Credit Union (Lakewood)

10 & More Years

ACC-TECH Brandman University Goodwill Lakewood

Jan-Pro Cleaning Systems McTerry's Creating Balance

Port of Tacoma Sound Credit Union

United Way of Pierce County

5 & More Years

American Cancer Society/Relay For Life of Lakewood Angel Computer Systems, Inc.

Balloon Masters Bridgeport Place Retirement & Assisted Living

Carrs Restaurant City of DuPont

Courtyard by Marriott - Tacoma Downtown Designated Escrow

DuPont Heated Self Storage Ignite-U

Indian Summer Golf and Country Club Lakewood Grocery Outlet Red Lion Hotel Tacoma

Tacoma South Sound Sports Warfield Creative

Wells Fargo Business Banking Group

1 – 4 Years

Always Best Care Senior Services American Lake Credit Union

APH Law PLLC Best Western Plus Wesley Inn & Suites

Boy Scouts of America, Pacific Harbors Council Bright Now! Dental - Lakewood

Click! Cable TV DeLong's DeLuxe

First Baptist Church of Lakewood Golden Services LLC

Key Bank Lakewood Playhouse Narrows Plaza Bowl Northwest Optical

Precision Tune Auto Care Print NW

Sound Tax & Bookkeeping, Inc. Spa Vita Bella

Stewart and Son Computer Services, LLC Topside Bar and Grill

TwinStar Credit Union (Tacoma) UBS Financial Services, Inc.

USA Discounters Willow Properties

Thank You Momentum Sponsors!

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Tourist Season is Near! Do You Want to be a VIP?

The spacious lobby of the Chamber of Commerce is a terrific venue to welcome locals, newcomers and the visit-

ing public to Lakewood!

We need the help of Very Influential People (VIP’s) ~ volunteers to help meet, greet and assist visitors who are looking for places to visit, eat, shop, as well as for general directions seven days a week. Volunteers will also interface with our fabulous Chamber Members who stop by to visit. It’s a great way to be of service, learn

about all of the terrific things to see and do in our region, network and make new friends.

Do you know anyone who would be interested in volunteering for a four hour shift? In-house training will be

provided. For details, please contact Scott Jonson at 253-582-9400.

Chamber Photo Timeline—First Quarter 2014

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Special thanks to

Lobban Photography

for capturing our

events and functions!

Blue Ribbon Cutting at Hobby Lobby

Blue Ribbon Cutting at Bar Bistro

Blue Ribbon at Lakewold Gardens

Blue Ribbon Cutting at Garden Palace II

Chamber Photo Timeline—First Quarter 2014 Chamber Photo Timeline—First Quarter 2014

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Another Bloomin’ Trade Show

Joint Business After Hours with Lacey Chamber at ACU

Business After Hours at Heritage Bank Bowling Fun Night!

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Pay online at http://www.lakewood-chamber.com/golfsponsorship

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Pay online at http://www.lakewood-chamber.com/golfsignup

Events Calendar

Date What Time Fee Location

May 13 AM Chamber Networking 7:30 am Complimentary Great American Casino 10117 South Tacoma

Way

May 20 Military Affairs Meeting with 2-2 Stryker Bri-gade Combat Team’s Commander, COL Louis

Zeisman and McChord’s 62nd AW Commander, COL David Kumashiro

8:00 am Complimentary Because Burs offers the room free of charge,

please order at least a cup of coffee.

Burs Restaurant 6151 Steilacoom Blvd

May 20 Lakewood Salutes! On the Freedom Bridge 9:30 am Complimentary Exit 122 of I-5—Park at Gertie’s Restaurant Lot

May 21 DISH MOB at LaPalma Mexican Restaurant 5:00 pm Cost of Your Meal 5701 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd.

May 23 Net-Walking with the Lakewood Chamber! 8:00 am Complimentary Fort Steilacoom Park Waughop Lake

May 26 Chamber Office Closed in observance of Memorial Day

May 28 Ambassadors Club 8:00 am Chamber Office 6310 Mt. Tacoma Drive

May 29 Member Orientation 7:30 am Complimentary Lakewold Gardens 12317 Gravelly Lk Dr

June 5 General Membership Luncheon Business Students Scholarships Program

11:30 am $20 prepaid $30 at the door

Tacoma Country & Golf Club

June 10 AM Chamber Network 8:00 am Complimentary Great American Casino 10117 So Tacoma Way

June 17 Military Affairs Meeting 8:00 am Burs Restaurant 6151 Steilacoom Blvd

June 17 Lakewood Salutes! On the Freedom Bridge 9:30 am Complimentary Exit 122 of I-5—Park at Gertie’s Restaurant Lot

June 18 Business After Hours 4:30 pm Mountain View Funeral Home, Memorial Park &

Crematory

June 20 Annual Golf Classic Check in 11:30 Shotgun 1:30

RMG Club - Oakbrook

June 25 Ambassadors Club 8:00 am Chamber Office 6310 Mt. Tacoma Drive

June 27 Net-Walking with the Lakewood Chamber! 8:00 am Complimentary Fort Steilacoom Park Waughop Lake

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Check us out at www.facebook.com/lakewoodchamber

We Thank our 110% Club!

ACC-Tech Dirk's Truck Repair F. James Weinand & Associates, CPAs Graham & Graham LLC, Eldercare Consultants Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center James E. Curley Lakewold Gardens Lakewood Family Medicine & Chiropractic, PS Lakewood Hardware & Paint Inc Lakewood Historical Society & Museum Lakewood Holistic Yoga & Wellness Laura Eskew Lt. Gen (RTD) US Army William H. Harrison Mary Backous - Down Under Answers Northwest Abatement Services, Inc. Parkwood Property Management, Inc. Quality 1st Pest Solutions Tacoma Trophy TwinStar Credit Union (Lakewood) TwinStar Credit Union (Tacoma) WestStar Pacific Mortgage

Ambassadors of the Month!

Mike Snellgrove Quality 1st Pest Control

Cindy Sims TwinStar Credit Union

Scott Meikle Always Best Care

Platinum Gold Silver

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