by Chamber Comms | Oct 5, 2022 | Press Room blog, Public Policy blog
On September 29, 2022, US Congressional District 6 candidates Rep. Andrea Salinas (D) and Mike Erickson (R) joined us at the Salem Chamber to share how they would address the issues facing Oregon and the district, and how they would represent our business community in...
by Chamber Comms | Sep 9, 2022 | Press Room blog, Public Policy blog
On September 8, 2022, candidates running for seats in the Oregon Legislature joined us at the Salem Chamber for a forum debate to share their backgrounds, their views on issues, and their platforms with Salem Chamber members. It was a rare opportunity for members of...
by Chamber Comms | Aug 8, 2022 | Press Room blog, Public Policy blog
On August 4, 2022, the Salem Chamber hosted a panel of City of Salem officials, the Fire Chief, Mayor-Elect, and Salem City Councilors to discuss the details regarding the $300 million Salem Community Improvement Bond, which will be on the ballot for voters to...
by Chamber Comms | Aug 4, 2022 | Press Room blog, Public Policy blog
On July 26, 2022, the Salem Chamber hosted a special Public Policy Forum on Oregon’s Paid Family and Medical Leave law (going into effect in January 2023) and how it will impact Salem-area businesses. We were joined by guest experts from the employee benefits...
by Chamber Comms | May 19, 2022 | Chamber Blog, Press Room blog
From May 12-13, 2022, the Career Technical Education Center (CTEC) held its annual Hiring Fair that engaged approximately 700 students and brought 55 employers and a dozen industry experts from across the Mid-Willamette Valley to host informational sessions,...
