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...
by Chamber Comms | Jan 9, 2026 | Chamber Blog, Press Room blog, Public Policy blog
PRESS RELEASEJanuary 8, 2026 Advisors to make recommendations, propose next steps to support goals of Prosperity Roadmap Salem, OR – Today, Governor Tina Kotek identified the members of her newly established Prosperity Council pursuant to her Prosperity Roadmap...
by Chamber Comms | Jan 9, 2026 | Chamber Blog, Public Policy blog
At our monthly Business Advocacy Meeting on January 8, 2026, a panel of local leaders and experts shared key updates on several issues impacting the small business community. First, State Representative Tom Andersen (HD19) discussed two bills he’s spearheading...
by Chamber Comms | Jan 6, 2026 | Chamber Blog, Forum Speaker Series, Public Policy blog
You are invited to join us on Monday, January 12, 2026, as our Forum Speaker Series presents the first public debate between the two candidates running for Mayor of the City of Salem this year. WHAT: Forum Speaker Series – “City of Salem Mayoral Candidates...
by Chamber Comms | Dec 18, 2025 | Chamber Blog, Public Policy blog
Last week (December 11), we hosted a Special Business Advocacy meeting featuring panel discussions on two key upcoming ballot measures. Our audience had the opportunity to hear from both proponents and opponents of these measures before asking their own questions....
by Chamber Comms | Dec 10, 2025 | Chamber Blog, Public Policy blog
At our monthly Business Advocacy Meeting on December 4, 2025, a panel of local leaders provided updates on several important issues and topics affecting the business community. Nicole Palmateer Hazelbaker, owner of Bravio Communications and SACC’s contracted...
