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WaFd’s Beardall returns for Mid-Year Economic Forecast lunch
WaFd’s Beardall returns for Mid-Year Economic Forecast lunch

In June, the Bellevue Chamber hosted another sold-out Mid-Year Economic Forecast, welcoming WaFd Bank’s President, Director, & CEO — Brent Beardall — back as our keynote. “First of all, I am so glad to be back here and not talking about a plane accident,” said... Continue Reading

Date posted07/15/2024


Chamber advocacy team hosts another successful DC Fly-In trip
Chamber advocacy team hosts another successful DC Fly-In trip

The 2023 DC Fly-In is in the books! This year we brought along even more members, city officials, and business owners, packing in nearly a dozen meetings with high-powered individuals and agencies. "It’s a privilege for the business community to be joined by top officials from the City of... Continue Reading

Date posted12/8/2023


Eastside organization proves that Computing [really is] for All
Eastside organization proves that Computing [really is] for All

Even if 90 percent of the world’s data hadn’t been created in the past two years, closing the skills gap in the tech sphere is no simple feat. However, all this data needs to be processed, which means we need many, many more brains equipped to do so. This is where organizations like... Continue Reading

Date posted12/4/2023


Small Business Saturday 2023: Celebrate in Bellevue
Small Business Saturday 2023: Celebrate in Bellevue

It's nearly Small Business Saturday! Whether you are cranking out your gift shopping or are simply susceptible to "little treat" culture, we encourage you to stay small & local this year ... and every year. Small Business Saturday Market —Kirkland Urban November 25 from 10 a.m. to... Continue Reading

Date posted11/22/2023


Brad Miyake, Bellevue’s city manager, announces retirement
Brad Miyake, Bellevue’s city manager, announces retirement

After 33 years of service, Bellevue’s city manager Brad Miyake has announced his retirement. Brad has worked at the city in a multitude of positions — including utilities director, budget manager, and most recently, city manager — and the Chamber is beyond grateful for his... Continue Reading

Date posted10/10/2023


Theatre33 opens new facility in Bellevue
Theatre33 opens new facility in Bellevue

Entering its tenth season, Theatre33 has officially moved into its new performance space here in Bellevue! We helped host their ribbon-cutting on Monday, October 2, and were thrilled to be joined by City of Bellevue staff, the City Council, Mayor Lynne Robinson, King County Councilmember Claudia... Continue Reading

Date posted10/2/2023


Celebrate International Self Care Day in Bellevue
Celebrate International Self Care Day in Bellevue

While next Monday — July 24 — is International Self Care Day, we don’t think you need a predetermined “holiday” to justify treating yourself every once in a while. Whether you want to go big (think home gym makeover or finally getting LASIK eye surgery) or stay small... Continue Reading

Date posted07/18/2023


Spring Cleaning Guide: What goes where in Bellevue & on the Eastside
Spring Cleaning Guide: What goes where in Bellevue & on the Eastside

It’s Spring Cleaning time! Whether you are clearing out closets or sorting through the attic, there are multiple local resources to take advantage of to ensure you are properly disposing of any unique items, as well as recycling any eligible materials. Seattle Public Utilities has a... Continue Reading

Date posted04/26/2023