The Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce

Leadership Yakima February Session-Culture within the Yakima Valley. This was one of the most moving days we have experienced. Thank-you to all of our presenters, but a special shout out to Esther Huey and Sissy Strong! Sissy, and the MMIP (Missing and Murdered Indiginous People) moved me to tears. Thank-you for your transparency and passion.

We had a full house at our monthly "Brown Bag Lunch and Learn"! It was a fantastic opportunity to engage with our representatives while they are in session in Olympia. We truly appreciate the time they took to update us on key legislation under discussion and the potential for these bills to move forward.

Another full house for Coffee and Conversation with the Chamber. Thank-you BBSI (Josh) for presenting on the vast array of products and services BBSI provides.

We are thrilled to announce the finalists for the 2024 Chamber Business Awards! These exceptional businesses, organizations, and individuals have demonstrated remarkable dedication and impact in our community. We look forward to honoring the winners at our awards ceremony on September 12th. This will be a night of celebration and recognition you won’t want to miss. Tickets are available now—secure your spot today! Wellness/ Healthcare Hero Award Cascade Eye Center Planet Fitness (Fair Ave.) Central Washington Family Medicine Yakima Community Excellence Award Tri-Ply Construction McCurley Subaru Baxter Construction Agriculture Excellence Award Yakima Chief Hops John I Haas H.R. Spinner Chamber Member of the Year Award The Bier Den Yakima Herald-Republic Valley Mall Volunteer of the Year Award Barb Petrea John Baule Mark Crouchet Non-Profit of the Year Award Petals for Patients Camp Prime Time Habitat for Humanity Emerging Business Achievement Award My Little Restaurant Willow Cafe & Market Thoroughbred Express Auto Wash CEO of the Year Award Leanne Antonio - Yakima Federal Savings and Loan Ryan Hopkins - Yakima Chief Hops Meloney Rosen - Habitat for Humanity Legacy Award Charlie Eglin Joe Mann Yakima Valley Business Times We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the nominees. Click below to secure your spot today!

Save the date! Come celebrate this years Ted Robertson Award Recipient, Nancy Leahy, November 7th, 2024. Congratulations Nancy!

Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce Announces 2024 Ted Robertson Recipient: Nancy Leahy The Ted Robertson Community Service Award was established in 1989 by the Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce Past Presidents/Board Chairmen to honor individuals each year who have made major contributions to the betterment of the Greater Yakima area. Ted Robertson, former publisher of the Yakima Herald-Republic, held a strong belief that good fortune earned in a community should be shared with that community. The honorees are selected by the Past Board Presidents/Chairs of the Chamber for their inspiring leadership, achievements, and commitment to the improvement of our community as business people and citizens of the Yakima Valley. This is Yakima Valley's highest recognition for civil accomplishment and involvement. Nancy Leahy, a Purdue graduate in Speech and Hearing Pathology, has led in education, media, and nonprofits. She has served as the Station Manager of KYVE TV, Executive Director of Make-A-Wish Foundation International, and Director of Development for the Grand Columbia Council, Boy Scouts of America. A 25-year Rotary member, Nancy is active in various community boards in Yakima, Washington. The award ceremony will take place on November 7th, 2024, at the Yakima Convention Center. The event will bring together community leaders, business professionals, and local residents to celebrate Nancy Leahy's remarkable achievements and her dedication to the Yakima Valley. For more information and past recipients of the Ted Robertson Awards, please visit yakima.org. More details for this year's ceremony will be released soon.

If you haven't checked out Coffee and Conversation with the Chamber, you should. Our next C&C will be held August 23rd, when we host Business Impact N.W.. There will be one-on-one business coaching after the event, and best of all it is totally FREE!

Join us for a special Business After Hours at the Yakima Valley Trolleys! Discover the rich history of the trolleys and hear about exciting new plans. Take a tour of the historic carbarn and powerhouse, see vintage trolleys and locomotives, and take a short trolley ride. All attendees will be entered into a drawing for a private trolley charter. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience a piece of Yakima's history!

I had lived in the Yakima Valley for 30 years prior to participating in this program, but it was Leadership Yakima that sparked my true love for our valley. Best program ever!

Free networking and collaboration opportunity for our business community!