by Chamber Comms | Jan 19, 2023 | Chamber Blog, Public Policy blog
The 160-day 2023 Legislative Session is now underway, and with 22 new members of the Oregon House, a new Governor and 1,800 bills having already been introduced, we’ll have a lot to track and pay attention to in the coming months. See below for a few notes and...
by Chamber Comms | Jan 19, 2023 | Chamber Blog, Public Policy blog
The Oregon Business Development Department is partnering with the CCD Business Development Corporation to offer $3 million in Statewide Small Business & Microenterprise Grant Assistance. This program is funded with federal grant funds from the Oregon Community...
by | Jan 18, 2023 | Member News, Press Release
Chris Knackstedt has been named Oregon State Credit Union’s newest CFS* Financial Advisor. Knackstedt holds general security trading, investment advisory, and Life/Health licenses. He is an Oregon State University graduate with a degree in economics. “I am excited for...
by Chamber Comms | Jan 16, 2023 | Chamber Blog
As our community celebrates the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. today, we are also taking this time to reflect on his impact. Remarkably, his wise words ring with just as much truth and power today as they did when he lived, but like other great leaders, his actions...
by | Jan 14, 2023 | Event, Member News
Haley’s Heroes Foundation presents RUN FOR THE RARE, a 5k or 1-mile run or walk to support Rare Disease awareness. Did you know that Rare is everywhere? So, let’s run or walk everywhere! Join us as we run or walk to celebrate National Rare Disease Day. Run for the...
by | Jan 14, 2023 | Event, Member News
The Salem Police Foundation is proud to announce that the 12th Annual Breakfast With The Chief is just over 30 days away! We will convene at 7:30 am on Thur. February 16, 2023 at the Salem Convention Center. The event is a fundraiser for the Salem Police Foundation...
by Chamber Comms | Jan 12, 2023 | Chamber Blog, Forum Speaker Series, Public Policy blog
On Monday, January 9, 2023, the Forum Speaker Series welcomed Oregon Business & Industry President & CEO Angela Wilhelms for a look ahead at 2023 and some of the key issues Oregon businesses will likely need to face and/or navigate this year. While much of...
by Chamber Comms | Jan 10, 2023 | Chamber Blog, Public Policy blog
On Thursday, January 5, the Salem Chamber hosted a panel of local elected leaders and lobbyists to preview the upcoming 2023 Oregon Legislative long session. The discussion covered several key issues that will likely be areas of focus for the legislature this year, as...
by Chamber Comms | Jan 6, 2023 | Chamber Blog
Fourth-generation dairy farmer (Wilsonview Dairy in Tillamook, Oregon) and TDF Honest Farming Founder Derrick Josi will deliver the keynote address at the Salem Chamber’s annual SAIF Agri-Business Banquet on January 20, 2023. Known for sharing his honest...
by Chamber Comms | Jan 3, 2023 | Chamber Blog, Forum Speaker Series
At the next Forum Speaker Series Luncheon, OBI President & CEO Angela Wilhelms will give us a look ahead at 2023 and an overview of the key issues that will impact Salem-area businesses. Click above to watch a preview of the Monday, January 9 Forum as Angela...
