SAIF Corporation Agri-Business Banquet, January 25, 2008
Purpose: To celebrate Willamette Valley agriculture and the local growers and farmers who
stimulate the local economy.

Type: Dinner Banquet
Dress: Business attire to Western Wear

Decorations: Agricultural theme

First Citizens Banquet, February 22, 2008

Purpose: To recognize the outstanding achievements of civic leaders and Salem citizens.
Type: Dinner Banquet w/ Wine
Dress: Business attire to semi-formal attire

Show-Biz Trade Show, May 8, 2008

Purpose: The premier business trade show of the Mid-Willamette Valley for all interested
businesses and consumers.
Type: Trade Show & Salem Chamber Fundraiser
Dress: Casual attire to business attire

Chamber Annual Luncheon, June 9, 2008
Purpose: To recognize the countless Salem area volunteers and sponsors support the
organizational efforts of the Chamber of Commerce.

Type: Business Luncheon

Dress: Business attire

2008 Business of the Year Awards, September 15, 2008
Purpose: Recognizing excellence in business.
Type: Awards Banquet
Dress: Business attire

Special Agricultural Tour, Friday, August 8, 2008
Purpose: To bridge the gap between businesses not directly connected with agriculture
and farmers who strengthen the local economy.
Type: Coach bus tour of Salem area agricultural businesses

Dress: Casual

Golf Tournament, September 22, 2008
Purpose: To provide a day of fun, networking, and entertainment in support of the
Salem Area Chamber of Commerce

Type: Salem Chamber fundraiser; Golf Event with Awards Banquet & Door Prizes

Dress: Golf attire (weather related)

Evening d'Elegance, November 1st of 2008
Purpose: A gala event in celebration of the Salem area business community. c

Type: Salem Chamber fundraiser with dinner, dancing, and an auction

Dress: Semi-Formal (Theme is Havana Nights, Black Tie not required this year)

Decorations: Havana Nights Theme

Forum Speaker Series Luncheon, September 2007 thru June 2008,
2nd Monday of the Month
Purpose: To educate Salem Chamber members and the general public on issues
impacting the Salem area business community.
Type: Monthly business luncheon; official monthly luncheon of the Salem Chamber
Dress: Business attire