Women's Networking Coffee Hour
We have partnered with the WE Ignite & Women's in Networking Group - Skagit (WINGS) to bring a networking group for women to the Burlington Chamber. Join us for a fun and inspiring women-only networking event! This is a wonderful opportunity for women to connect and grow in their careers. You'll meet ambitious individuals from different industries, share your experiences, and build lasting relationships. Together, we can empower each other, advance our careers, and celebrate the incredible strength that women bring to the workforce! We can't wait to see you there! A special Thank You to Sweet Charlottes for bringing fresh scones! We will also have Panera Bread bagels and coffee from Fidalgo Coffee to enjoy.
Business Education Session: Turning Strategy into Action
Navigating Sponsorship Requests: A Shared Framework for Businesses & Nonprofits Join us for an engaging workshop designed to empower you to integrate fitness into your daily work routine! Discover practical strategies to combat sedentary habits and enhance your well-being through movement. From the One-Minute Push-Up Rule to mindful breathing exercises and desk-friendly stretches, you'll learn simple, effective techniques to stay active throughout your workday. By participating in fun challenges, you'll foster accountability and build a supportive community. Don't miss this opportunity to reclaim your strength, improve your productivity, and transform your workspace into a healthier environment!
Membership Meeting:Business Over a Bite
Ready to mix a little friendly competition with your midday meal? Join us for our monthly Membership Meeting: Business Over a Bite, where we’re ditching the standard presentation for a high-energy round of Chamber Member Feud! Inspired by the classic game show, this session is designed to break the ice, spark laughs, and help you connect with fellow professionals in a completely unique way. Whether you’re a trivia master or just here for the great company, it’s the perfect environment to grow your local circle. Why you should attend: Strategic Networking: Build genuine connections while working with your ''family'' (team) to come up with the top answers. Interactive Fun: Experience a fast-paced, entertaining program that puts a business twist on the game show format. Productive Lunch: Enjoy a delicious meal while staying engaged with the Burlington business community.
Business Education Session - Planning for a Tax-Efficient Retirement
As business owners and professionals, we've been conditioned to wait - wait for approval, wait for the ''right time,'' wait for someone else to validate our decisions. But here's the truth: no one is coming to grant us permission. And that's actually the good news. This interactive workshop explores why self-permission is critical to success in business and life. When we wait for external validation before setting boundaries, pursuing opportunities, or making bold moves, we give away our power and limit our potential. Granting ourselves permission isn't about being reckless - it's about recognizing that we already hold the authority we need to create the business and life we want. In this workshop, we'll explore: The five essential permission slips every business owner needs to write for themselves Why waiting for permission keeps us stuck (and how to break the pattern) Real stories of what happens when we grant ourselves permission to say no, to be afraid, to reach for more, to change, and to quit Practical strategies for becoming the ultimate authority in your own business and life You'll leave with clarity on where you've been waiting for permission and the tools to start writing your own permission slips.
Burlington After Hours: Cascade Aviation
Join us for a high-flying evening of connection and community! The Burlington Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to partner with Cascade Aviation for a special networking event hosted right in their hangar. In honor of Learn to Fly Month, they?re inviting our members to step out of the office and into the world of aviation. This is a fantastic opportunity to build professional relationships in a unique atmosphere, complete with an airplane on display and local flavors to enjoy.
Business Education Session: LinkedIn
This workshop is designed for business owners and teams who are either new to LinkedIn or are not using it to its full potential. We will focus on practical tools, simple systems, and real-world strategy you can apply immediately. We?ll start by answering a critical question: Is LinkedIn actually the right platform for your business? Not every business needs to invest time here, so we?ll walk through how to evaluate fit based on your audience, goals, and type of offering.
Membership Meeting:Business Over a Bite
Public safety and reliable infrastructure are the cornerstones of a thriving business environment. Join us for a special Chamber Luncheon as we host a comprehensive ''Safety Updates'' program featuring the leaders who keep the City of Burlington moving safely. This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from our local first responders and regional partners about the initiatives, challenges, and future plans impacting our city’s commercial and residential landscape.
Disaster Resources & Small Business Growth with SBA
Join us for an essential informational session designed to support our local business community following the natural disasters of this past December. With the Small Business Administration (SBA) already distributing over $1 million in disaster assistance to Skagit County, this event provides direct access to the tools you need to stabilize and strengthen your operations.
Business Education Session: Social Media That Actually Works
Tired of hearing ''just post more'' when it comes to social media? This workshop is here to simplify it. Join Nichole Long of Collaborative Edge Marketing as she breaks down what actually works on social media for small businesses. With nearly 20 years in digital marketing and a personal brand that has grown to over 40,000 followers, Nichole combines real-life experience with practical strategy you can actually use. You?ll learn how to create content that connects, attracts the right audience, and builds trust, all without feeling like you need to be online 24/7. This interactive workshop explores why self-permission is critical to success in business and life. When we wait for external validation before setting boundaries, pursuing opportunities, or making bold moves, we give away our power and limit our potential. Granting ourselves permission isn't about being reckless - it's about recognizing that we already hold the authority we need to create the business and life we want. In this workshop, we'll explore: The five essential permission slips every business owner needs to write for themselves Why waiting for permission keeps us stuck (and how to break the pattern) Real stories of what happens when we grant ourselves permission to say no, to be afraid, to reach for more, to change, and to quit Practical strategies for becoming the ultimate authority in your own business and life You'll leave with clarity on where you've been waiting for permission and the tools to start writing your own permission slips.
Networking Night at the Chamber + Free Professional Headshots!
Join us on Wednesday, May 27th, for a casual, after-hours Networking Night at the Chamber! Open to members and non-members. Enjoy light refreshments provided by the Chamber and get a free professional headshot updated courtesy of Holboy Entertainment. Bring your business cards and come ready to connect!
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