Woodburn Area Chamber of Commerce
124 W. Lincoln Street
PO Box 194
503-982-8221
Fax: 503-982-8410
webmaster: ygmedia@mac.com
Our Chamber
Chamber works to build vibrant business community
The Woodburn Area Chamber of Commerce is an association that unites the business, industrial and professional communities in efforts to benefit the local economy and to promote progress and prosperity. It is a private, non-profit organization governed by a board of directors that represents a cross-section of its membership. The board sets policy, establishes budgets and oversees the work of all committees and programs. Chamber leadership also sets forth goals and objectives for its committees and programs.
Chamber Membership Benefits
The Chamber provides networking opportunities through programs like Business After Hours and Greeters that help you meet other business people and make contact with government representatives.
The monthly Forum Lunch provides an opportunity for the community to identify issues and work together to find solutions. Special events like the Distinguished Service Awards Dinner and the Crystal Apple Awards highlight a thriving and volunteer-driven community.
The Chamber’s office and Visitor Center responds to thousands of inquiries every month about local services, products and professionals, area and state-wide attractions, and community events and attractions. The Chamber practices a “members-first” policy when responding to requests for information. To learn more about how Chamber membership can be an important part of your business plan, or to join the Chamber, contact Executive Director Don Judson, 503-982- 8221.
Chamber Committees
• Business Development Team works with government, business and industry leaders to identify needs and develop programs to encourage business and economic growth. Creates partnerships with surrounding communities and organizations to meet the needs of the membership.
• Executive Committee plans and implements the Chamber’s Program of Work. Determines short- and long-term fiscal needs and funding sources.
• Government Affairs advocates for the membership and community to state, local and federal agencies. Represents Chamber interests on development, growth and land use issues.
• Leadership Youth oversees the program implementation.
• Marketing working with the City of Woodburn the group plans and creates publicity materials to brand and build the Woodburn area’s image.
• Northern Willamette Valley Tourism Alliance develops tourism programs and materials for communities, events and attractions in the region. This group also creates and promotes activities that showcase the Woodburn area as a visitor destination. Oversees Silver Falls Tour Route activities. The group focuses on agri-tourism, heritage/historic tourism and tours.
Chamber Programs & Events
• Business After Hours business professionals network and socialize during these monthly receptions.
• Greeters An opportunity for networking and referral at an informal morning meeting hosted every Friday by a different business.
• Woodburn Tulip Festival The Chamber supports Woodburn’s signature event through the Visitor Center and as an organizer of festival events. The Chamber also partners with Woodburn Company Stores to host the festival March kick off. These activities help bring more than 200,000 visitors to Woodburn.
• Golf Outings: Senior Estates, OGA & Langdon Farms
These social events bring our membership together for fellowship. Funds raised helps sustain Chamber programs and services.
• Leadership Youth The Chamber partners with four area high schools to host a leadership skills and community learning program. A group of promising students are
selected annually for a one-day-per- month program. Each day focuses on a different subject, ranging from politics, education and justice to small business and volunteerism.
• Crystal Apple Awards The Chamber honors excellence in serving the educational needs of children from Woodburn, Gervais, North Marion, Lord High School and St. Luke schools.
• Annual Dinner The Chamber celebrates the past and unveils goals for the future in this annual event that also honors outstanding Chamber volunteers and members.
• Annual Community Auction Working in concert with the Woodburn High School Bulldog Foundation, FFA Alumni and the Chamber helps to raise funds for youth programs.
• Monthly Forum Lunch Speakers address business, education and government topics of interest.
• Distinguished Service Awards The Chamber pays tribute to volunteers for exemplary community service annually.
• Holiday Festival of Lights & Music The Chamber and Woodburn Kiwanis sponsor a holiday lighting contest, music festival and other activities to encourage residents to shop locally.
• Silver Falls Tour Route The Chamber oversees activities, coordination and promotion of this scenic route through the heart of the Willamette Valley.
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