by Chamber Comms | May 20, 2026 | Chamber Blog, Forum Speaker Series, Public Policy blog
On May 11, 2026, the Salem Chamber’s Forum Speaker Series concluded its 2025-2026 season with a presentation by Oregon’s Chief Prosperity Officer, Tim Knopp, who provided an update on the Prosperity Council’s work, along with feedback the Council has...
by Chamber Comms | Apr 23, 2026 | Chamber Blog, Forum Speaker Series, Public Policy blog
On April 13, 2026, our Forum Speaker Series hosted all eight candidates running for Salem City Council seats (in Wards 2, 4, 6, and 8) in the May 2026 Primary Election. Each candidate provided opening and closing statements illustrating their campaign platforms,...
by Chamber Comms | Apr 8, 2026 | Chamber Blog, Forum Speaker Series, Public Policy blog
With the Primary Election just over a month away (May 19, 2026), our Forum Speaker Series is proud to present all eight Salem City Council Candidates for a live debate on Monday, April 13! WHAT: Forum Speaker Series – Salem City Council Candidates Debate WHEN:...
by Chamber Comms | Mar 20, 2026 | Chamber Blog, Public Policy blog
The electoral outcomes for Salem Mayor, Salem City Council, and Polk County Commissioners will play a pivotal role in sculpting policies and regulations that can stimulate economic stability and growth locally in Salem, tackle the considerable economic challenges...
by Chamber Comms | Mar 10, 2026 | Chamber Blog, Public Policy blog
At our monthly Business Advocacy Meeting on March 5, 2026, we welcomed the 10 candidates running for Marion and Polk County Commissioner seats to share about their campaigns. The forum provided our audience with a great opportunity to hear directly from the candidates...
by Chamber Comms | Jan 14, 2026 | Chamber Blog, Forum Speaker Series, Public Policy blog
On January 12, 2026, our Forum Speaker Series hosted the first public debate between the two candidates running for Mayor of the City of Salem in 2026: Mayor Julie Hoy and Salem City Councilor Vanessa Nordyke. During the debate, the candidates answered questions from...
