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Core Compentencies The Bellingham/Whatcom Chamber of Commerce and Industry is involved in many issues that affect your business in Bellingham/Whatcom County. A strong Chamber means a stronger business community, planned economic growth, and a sustained quality of life. The Chamber’s Core Competencies align with its business activities. Please consider being a part of the only group that represents your business interests by joining today.
	Creating a Strong Economy •Promoting options for larger retailers to keep tax base and support City’s Comprehensive Plan •Leading community efforts to ensure a viable working waterfront •Supporting efforts to ensure we can afford our outstanding parks and greenways •Producing the Spring Business Showcase to match consumers with businesses service/products
	Promoting the Community •Producing the Ski to Sea Festival which promotes our community in and outside of Whatcom County •Sponsoring the annual awards for Large, Small, Non-Profit, and Green Business of the Year •Presentation of 4th of July Family Showcase
	Providing Networking Opportunities •Organizing the largest monthly networking event in Whatcom County with our Networking Breakfast •Sponsoring monthly Business after Business programs allowing businesses to network in a casual, social environment •Providing Quarterly Brown Bag Lunch Seminars that educate and inform business about a wide variety of issues
	Representing the Interests of Business with Government •Fighting to limit the economic consequences of transportation impact fees •Working to ensure leadership at the City and County government by providing business with a seat at the table •Promoting shoreline rules that ensure growth opportunities for new and existing businesses •Working with U.S. and Canadian officials to ensure a secure and efficient border across both countries