This website is a community service project for our community as I am an agent with Allstate and help insure people properly with Auto/Home and Life Insurance. Welcome to Vancouver’s Networking Website, www.vancouvernetworkingevents.com. I hope you enjoy these networking updates and events list. Here is a little info that might help. This site has two parts, a list of groups that meet at a regular time and place listed by opening this link Standard-6-Page-Events-List-3 or PDF version Standard-6-Page-Events-List-3 last updated 4/8/19. When you open the link, it opens a word document sorted by day that shows what groups are meeting, what size the group is, where they meet and who is the contact person. The list has a revision date at the bottom so you know if you have the most recent version. Second scroll down for a list of meeting times for current events. If you know of a networking event or group that meets and would like to get the word out, please let me know. If you are receiving multiple copies of this email or want to be added or removed from the list please email me at kbtsolutions1@gmail.com.
This Week’s Events:
Tuesday Octobtober 1st 5:30-8:00 PM The Southwest Contractors Association will meet at Warehouse 23 100 Columbia St., #102, Vancouver, WA 98660 for the Regional Project Forecast. 5:30 pm: Networking and exhibitor connections, 6:30 pm: Dinner, 7:00 pm: Upcoming Ports Projects Panel. Mark Miller, Director of Planning and Development, Port of Camas-Washougal. The Waterfront at Parker’s Landing is a 26.5-acre development in East Clark County. Mike Bomar, Director of Economic Development, Port of Vancouver Terminal 1 is a 10-acre site on the Downtown Vancouver Waterfront. Fees/Admission $65 per member, $75 per nonmember. Includes networking and dinner.
Wednesday Oct 2nd 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM The GVCC will have Lead and Needs located at Beaches Restaurant & Bar 1919 SE Columbia River Dr, Vancouver, WA 98661. $5/Member with pre-registration, $10/Member at the door. $20/Non-Member. Enjoy breakfast refreshments from our sponsor, with coffee and tea service provided by our fabulous hosts at Beaches. Be ready for an opportunity at the microphone as everyone will get a chance to introduce their business with a 15 second “elevator pitch.” Bring plenty of business cards, because we will then break out into groups to for speed networking that maximizes your time spent with us. You are sure to make new connections and strengthen existing ones at Leads & Needs. Pre-registration is appreciated when possible, as we begin promptly at 7:30 a.m. Bring a one time, non-member guest and you will BOTH get in free!
Thursday October 3rd 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Join the GVCC for Battle Ground Monthly Luncheon located at Battle Ground Community Center 912 E. Main Street, Battle Ground, WA 98604.
Thursday October 3rd 3:30-5 PM Senior Service Network Clark County Happy Hour (SSN-Clark Happy Hour) is an open meeting for those serving seniors in Clark County. These Happy Hour meetings are coordinated by Retirement Connection, and there is no cost to attend. These meetings rotate locations around Clark County. Please join us for libations and conversations, and invite those you feel may be interested. For more info email: Amy Schmidt. Host: Vancouver Orchards (Cogir) Address: 10011 NE 118th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98682. Topic: Holiday event planning and holiday stress.
Upcoming Events:
Tuesday October 8th 5-7 PM The GVCC will have a Business After Hours located at Cascade Inn Retirement 11613 SE 7th St, Vancouver, WA 98683. Enjoy delicious food and beverages prepared by their expert chefs while you network with other members of our community. Our monthly “Business After Hours” events are designed for you to meet new contacts and grow existing relationships while getting an inside look at a local business. The Chamber’s “Red Coat” Ambassador Team and staff can help. Let us know who you are looking to meet and we will give you a warm introduction. Please RSVP. Pre-registration $10 members, At the door: $15/Member ; $40 non-members.
Wednesday October 9th 7:30-9:00 AM The GVCC will have Leads & Needs: North County, sponsored by First Sight Family Vision. Located at Mill Creek Pub 1710 SW 9th Ave, #101, Battle Ground, WA 98604. Enjoy breakfast and refreshments from our sponsor, at Mill Creek Pub. Be ready for an opportunity at the microphone as everyone will get a chance to introduce their business with a 15 second “elevator pitch.” Bring plenty of business cards, because we will then break out into groups to for speed networking that maximizes your time spent with us. You are sure to make new connections and strengthen existing ones at Leads & Needs: North County. Pre-registration is appreciated, as we begin promptly at 7:30 a.m. $5/Member with pre-registration, $10/Member at the door. $20/Non-Member.
Wednesday October 9th 9:30-11:30 How to Work a Networking Event (Even If You Hate Networking) put on by the DIY Marketing Center (inside the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce), 1101 Broadway, Vancouver WA 98660. Does self-consciousness, shyness, or simply not knowing what to do keep you cowering on the sidelines at networking events and parties? If you really want to make connections, there are three simple strategies that can bolster the confidence of even the most reluctant or nervous networker. In this fun and fast-paced training, you will learn • How to increase your comfort and confidence level even when you hate networking • What to say at every point in the meeting • How to mingle–even if you don’t know a soul at the meeting. Fee: $25 GVCC Member Bonus: Use the “Friend” option with the code “networking” to register for $10 (regularly $25) Register at www.DIYMarketingCenter.com/Networking-Training
Thursday October 10th 4-6 PM The GVCC will have a Free PLATINUM Ribbon Cutting at CLM Business Solutions located at 6407 NE 117th Ave, Suite B, Vancouver, WA 98682. Join the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce “Red Coats” as we celebrate the GRAND OPENING of CLM Business Solutions with a PLATINUM ribbon cutting! There will be appetizers, beverages, door prizes, and many great people to network with. The ribbon will be cut at 4:30 PM. CLM Business Solutions offers consulting for your Human Resource needs, Virtual Assistant for your office needs, and remarkable resume and talent sourcing. For more information, please visit: www.clmbusinesssolutions.com
Monday October 14th 3-4 PM The GVCC will have a Free PLATINUM Ribbon Cutting at Clark College located at Clark College at Columbia Tech Center 18700 SE Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98683. Please join the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce Ambassador team in celebrating the 10TH ANNIVERSARY of Clark College – Columbia Tech with a PLATINUM ribbon cutting! There will be refreshments and facility tours available for all attendees. You won’t want to miss this incredible celebration of a great milestone! Ribbon Cutting at 3:30 PM.
Wednesday October 16th 7:30-9:00 AM The GVCC will have Leads & Needs, sponsored by VIP Photobooth located at Beaches Restaurant & Bar 1919 SE Columbia River Dr, Vancouver, WA 98661. Please join the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce on the first and third Wednesday of the month for morning networking at Leads & Needs. Enjoy breakfast refreshments from our sponsor, with coffee and tea service provided by our fabulous hosts at Beaches. Be ready for an opportunity at the microphone as everyone will get a chance to introduce their business with a 15 second “elevator pitch.” Bring plenty of business cards, because we will then break out into groups to for speed networking that maximizes your time spent with us. You are sure to make new connections and strengthen existing ones at Leads & Needs. Pre-registration is appreciated when possible, as we begin promptly at 7:30 AM. Bring a one time, non-member guest and you will BOTH get in free! $5/Member with pre-registration, $10/Member at the door. $20/Non-Member.
Wednesday Oct 16th 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM WEO The Women Entrepreneurs Organization of SW Washington offers a delightful evening of connection, education, and support for women entrepreneurs and executives. You own your own business, but at WEO you are not alone in your business. Located at Club Green Meadows 7703 Northeast 72nd Drive, Vancouver, WA 98661. Holiday Marketing Panel. Learn from the best in the business the what, when, where and why of effective seasonal marketing! Networking/Sponsor Tables begin at 5:30 pm, Dinner at 6:00 pm, Table talk covering issues of the day until 7:15 pm, Keynote Speaker from 7:15 – 8:00 pm, Meeting ends at 8:30. Ticket includes buffet, dessert, coffee, tea, tax & tip. The Women Entrepreneurs Organization of Southwest Washington is an association of women business owners and executives who meet the third Wednesday of each month to share knowledge, to network and to support one another in professional endeavors. Visit www.WEO.rocks for more info.
Friday October 18 2019, 9 AM-10:30 AM Join the Senior Service Network (SSN-Clark) is an open meeting for those serving seniors in Clark County. The meetings are coordinated by Retirement Connection, and there is no cost to attend. Please invite those you feel may be interested. For more info email: Barret West. Topic: Common findings in Elder Law, Speaker: Jeff Brecht & Gabriella Sanchez – Lane Powell Elder Law, Sponsor: In It Together RN.
Friday October 18th 9-10:30 AM Senior Service Network (SSN-Clark) is an open meeting for those serving seniors in Clark County. The meetings are coordinated by Retirement Connection, and there is no cost to attend. Location: Peace Health Medical Center – Health Education Center, Meeting Room: See Month For Specifics (please check the board upon arrival, room assignments may change). Address: 400 NE Mother Joseph Pl – Vancouver WA (92nd & Mill Plain Ave) PARKING NOTES: Please park in the garage or in parking lot G on 92nd Ave., Please do not park in the spots marked for staff or physician parking.
Friday Oct 18th 8-9 AM The EVBA (East Vancouver Business Association) will meet at Columbia Bank located at 7500 NE 117th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98662. Join us for our morning networking event at Columbia Bank to learn about what is in store for our local area! Mike Bomar, Director of Economic Development with the Port of Vancouver will be presenting. Don’t miss this informative opportunity! Go to www.evba.net to register.
