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How Entrepreneurs Use Networking
How Entrepreneurs Use Networking An essential skill for any entrepreneur is the ability to create meaningful connections via networking, also called network development. Creating connections with customers both old and new is important, but creating a network of other entrepreneurs and business owners provides value customers alone can’t provide. Typically this comes in the form of…
Read MoreFactors That Influence Client Retention
Factors That Influence Client Retention Marketing and advertising are only part of the equation when attracting new clients. Service is perhaps the single most important aspect of any business. If your business provides good service, but you are seeing a decline in retention, it is important to identify the reasons. We have identified some of…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Volunteering
The Benefits of Volunteering Aristotle once equated the essence of life to serving others and doing good. While the philosophy seems like a fulfilling endeavor, it’s not quite practical given that we lead super busy lives. With our consistently jam-packed schedules, it’s impossible to think of giving away more of your time and energy for…
Read MoreFive Steps to Launch Your Business
Five Steps to Launch Your Business Starting a business is a demanding but rewarding undertaking. There is so much to think about; from robust planning, market research, and acquiring knowledge in unexplored areas. To become a successful entrepreneur, you want to make sure you prepare thoroughly before launching your business. In this article, we focus…
Read MorePandemic Leads to EntrepreneurshipÂ
Pandemic Leads to Entrepreneurship If you’re looking around at recent Greater Vancouver Chamber’s events, there may be some new business owners’ faces around the room. It’s simply another part of the post-pandemic “new normal” – the number of people who quit their 9-to-5 jobs to pursue a passion and start their own business. Many Washingtonians who left…
Read MoreGreater Vancouver Chamber To Host First Citizen Award
Greater Vancouver Chamber To Host First Citizen Award GREATER VANCOUVER CHAMBER TO HOST FIRST CITIZEN AWARD  The award recipient, chosen for their accomplishments and contributions to the community, will address the community during a livestream, available on Facebook Live and YouTube, on Thursday, September 22. Vancouver, WA – The Greater Vancouver Chamber (GVC) is proud to…
Read MoreGVC Hosted Its 20th Annual Golf Tournament on June 23 Presented by Columbia Bank Â
GVC Hosted Its 20th Annual Golf Tournament on June 23 Presented by Columbia Bank  GREATER VANCOUVER CHAMBER HOSTED ITS 20th ANNUAL  GOLF TOURNAMENT ON JUNE 23 PRESENTED BY COLUMBIA BANK  Celebrating two decades of success this year, the Chamber’s golf tournament, with a sold out field, provided an opportunity for 260 business professionals to spend the day out on the…
Read MoreThe Greater Vancouver Chamber’s Junior Market Generated $25,000 In Profits
The Greater Vancouver Chamber’s Junior Market Generated $25,000 In Profits THE GREATER VANCOUVER CHAMBER’S JUNIOR MARKET GENERATED $25,000 IN PROFITS In response to the event’s success, the Greater Vancouver Chamber has already reserved a space at the Vancouver Farmers Market to host the Junior Market again next year.  Vancouver, WA – The Greater Vancouver Chamber…
Read MoreNext Generation of Owners & CEOs Opened Their Businesses for a Day at the GVC’s Junior Market
Next Generation of Owners & CEOs Opened Their Businesses for a Day at the GVC’s Junior Market NEXT GENERATION OF OWNERS & CEOs OPENED THEIR BUSINESSES FOR A DAY AT THE GREATER VANCOUVER CHAMBER’S JUNIOR MARKET Over 150 kids from across the region had the opportunity to test their sales skills and to operate their…
Read MoreGreater Vancouver Chamber Welcomes New Employee to the Membership Relations Team
Greater Vancouver Chamber Welcomes New Employee to the Membership Relations Team GREATER VANCOUVER CHAMBER WELCOMES NEW EMPLOYEE TO THEÂ MEMBERSHIP RELATIONSÂ TEAMÂ Vancouver, WA – The Greater Vancouver Chamber (GVC) is pleased to announce that Katie Atkinson has joined the team as their new Membership Relations Manager. With more than 10 years of experience in marketing,…
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