by Chamber Comms | Feb 24, 2025 | Chamber Blog, Forum Speaker Series, Public Policy blog
On February 10, 2025, our Forum Speaker Series welcomed a panel featuring state legislators, fire department leaders, and Oregon’s Insurance Commissioner to discuss the timely and important issues of wildfires, ways to potentially mitigate our community’s...
by Chamber Comms | Feb 20, 2025 | Chamber Blog
Andrew Holbert, Executive Director of Courtney Place Veterans Housing, will be recognized as the 2025 Outstanding Young Professional at the First Citizen Awards Banquet on Saturday, March 8. Yesterday (February 19), a large group of Andrew’s friends, colleagues,...
by Chamber Comms | Feb 19, 2025 | Chamber Blog
Retired educator, college advisor, and faith leader Pastor Ronnie Brooks will be recognized with a Distinguished Service Award at the First Citizen Awards Banquet on Saturday, March 8. On February 12, a group of Ronnie’s friends and supporters, including the First...
by Chamber Comms | Feb 18, 2025 | Chamber Blog
Financial Advisor and Main Street Association and Darian’s Gift Board Member Derek Gilbert will be recognized with a Distinguished Service Award at the First Citizen Awards Banquet on Saturday, March 8. On Wednesday, February 12, Derek’s family, friends, and...
by Chamber Comms | Feb 17, 2025 | Chamber Blog
Be-BLAC Foundation Executive Director, Kroc Center Chef, and longtime Salem business owner and restaurateur Gregg Peterson will be named Salem’s 2025 First Citizen at the First Citizen Awards Banquet on Saturday, March 8. On Wednesday, February 12, a group of...
