Tacoma, Washington 2009 Chamber Business Directory

TacomaCHAMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

PIERCE COUNTY, WA, USA

20092010

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FOR INFORMATION Tacoma-Pierce County

Chamber, 950 Pacific Ave., Ste. 300, Tacoma, WA

98402, Telephone 253-627-2175, Fax 253-597-7305,

www.tacomachamber.org

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Whats InsideTaComa-PierCe CounTy Chamber 2 0 0 9 2 0 1 0 B u s i n e s s D i r e c t o r y

The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber ........................3Who We are

2009 Executive Committee .........................................4

2009 Board of Directors ..............................................6

Your Chamber Team ....................................................7

21st Century Partners ..................................................8

Guide to Government & Community Services ........10Know Who to Call

Guide to Chamber Services .......................................15What We Can Do for you

TEACH .............................20 The Chambers 2009 Legislative agenda

Get Moving! .....................21Transportation initiative

Why Belong to the Chamber? ...................22

our membership Tells the Story

Membership Directory ....25business Directorybuyers GuideWhos Who

www.tacomachamber.org 3

The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber brings together more than 1,300 businesses to improve the economic climate and overall welfare of the community. The Chamber is not only a powerful resource for businesses, but also a catalyst for action and change.Our focus is the health and prosperity of business and the community in which we work,

live, and play. Economic expansion, new jobs, higher incomes, and a solid tax base are para-mount to a thriving regional economy. Raising the banner of Power Through Connections, the Chamber dedicates itself to fostering collaborative partnerships and regional initiatives to benefit all business and families in Tacoma-Pierce County.

The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber:Is one of the largest and most dynamic business organizations in Washington State.Has been serving local businesses for over a century.Is a body of businesspeople who firmly believe in the power and potential of Tacoma-Pierce County.Offers a variety of involvement and networking opportunities for member volunteers, with support from an experienced and professional staff.Involves hundreds of volunteers in strategic development activities, often partnering with diverse public and private groups and a dynamic Board of Directors.Is a not-for-profit business organization, funded primarily through dues paid by member businesses.

The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber

The Tacoma-Pierce County ChamberWho We Are

The Tacoma-Pierce County

Chamber will provide strong

business advocacy and

services to create and

sustain economic opportunity

and a more livable community.

Our Mission


ChairRaymond Tennison

PresidentSimpson Investment Co.

Chair-ElECtToby Murray

President Murray Pacific

trEasurErThomas Spilman

President Southern Puget SoundKeyBank

Past ChairDavid H. Senner

lEgal CounsElValarie Zeeck

Attorney/PartnerGordon, Thomas, Honeywell,

Malanca, Peterson & Daheim, PLLC

PrEsidEnt & CEoDavid W. Graybill, CCE, CED

Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber

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Strong Business AdvocacyServe as Pierce Countys leading voice for a strong

economy and work for the needs of business at the

local, state, and federal levels.

Value-Added Benefits and Services

Provide member benefits, programs, and services that

are unique, market-driven, and impactful to the bottom line.

Regional Collaboration and Inclusion

Convene, join, or invite partners and potential

allies to seek and promote solutions to local and

regional issues.

Benchmarking for Excellence

Achieve recognition for excellence through

implementation of best practices to benefit members and community.

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Hans HechtmanDirector of Government Affairs

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ViCE Chair, mEmBEr sErViCEsBeverly McConaghyRegistered PrincipalFinancial Network

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Brian HaynesRainier Connect

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Suzanne BracherOperations Manager

Harborstone Credit Union/ Spanaway Branch

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Co-OwnerCornerstone Financial Strategies, LLC

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(A): Appointed

Rick Allen (A)PresidentUnited Way of Pierce County

Eric Anderson (A)Tacoma City ManagerCity of Tacoma

Connie Bacon (A)CommissionerPort of Tacoma

Gretchen BenzinDirector Corporate ServicesRussell Investments

Jeffrey BrownPresidentBCRA

George CargillVice President, NW MarketTriWest HealthCare Alliance

Bill DeaverPresident/COOTotem Ocean Trailer Express, Inc

Bill GainesDirector/UtilitiesTacoma Public Utilities

John HallPresident & CEORainier Pacific Bank

Kathy HannaVice PresidentCH2M Hill, Inc

Michael HanschPresident & CEOBank of Tacoma

Lance HungerfordPresidentRound Table Pizza

Maro ImirzianControllerCatchlight Energy

Ted Johnson (BIA Rep)Simon Johnson, LLC

Bill Kaufmann, CASE-Commerce Store ManagerGoodwill Industries

Bruce Kendall (A)President & CEOEconomic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County

Bruce MarleyExecutive Vice President and Chief Lending OfficerVenture Bank

Ben MartinezVice President Commercial BankingBank of America

Pat McCarthy (A)Pierce County ExecutivePierce County

Andy McDonaldExecutive Vice President/CCOColumbia Bank

Rose MednickPresidentSigns by Tomorrow

Don Meyer (A)Executive DirectorFoss Waterway Development Authority

Col. Cynthia Murphy (A)Garrison CommanderFort Lewis

Kevin R. PhelpsOwnerPhelps Properties LLC

Dr. Patricia SpakesChancellorUniversity of Washington, Tacoma

Col. Jeffrey Stephenson (A)Commander 62nd Airlift WingMcChord Air Force Base

Kurt VantoskyAdvertising Vice PresidentThe News Tribune

Elizabeth WarmanActing Director of Government AffairsThe Boeing Company

Eddie WestmorelandDivisions Vice PresidentWaste Connections, Inc.

David WintersVice President, Business Banking ManagerWells Fargo Bank

Board of Directors2009


AdministrAtion

David W. Graybill, CCE, CEcDPresident & CEOCommunity issues, Chamber policies, and Chamber spokesperson.

[email protected]

Joanne Buselmeier Finance & Administration ManagerFinancial, legal, human resources, purchasing policy, Chamber operations,

technology, Business Improvement Area (BIA), Tollefson Plaza management, Leadership Tacoma-Pierce County, and Chamber photographer.

[email protected]

Business & trAde Group

Gary Brackett, CCRBusiness & Trade Development ManagerInternational trade, information and resources, Alaska committee

support, environmental issues, military affairs support, port-industrial area, technology, utility issues, and TacomaAngel Network.

[email protected]

Government & Community issues Group

Michael WeinmanWeinman ConsultingLegislative and local government issues, tax issues, growth management,

Leadership Tacoma-Pierce County, transportation issues, and advocacy.

[email protected]

AreA divisions

Chelsea LevyMetropolitan Development ManagerCity Center Division, Frederickson/

Parkland/Spanaway and University Place/Fircrest Divisions management, Business Improvement Area (BIA), Regional Ac-cess Mobility Partnership (RAMP), and Downtown: On the Go!

[email protected]

Jessica HoldenTransportation and Environmental CoordinatorDowntown: On the Go! member commuting resources, transportation

partnership, and TacomaACTS (green alliance).

[email protected]

memBer serviCes & mArketinG

Susie WagnerAssistant Manager, Member Services & Area Divisions ManagerMembership information, customer

service, Total Resource Campaign, Business Roundtable, Ambassador Club Liaison, and Frederickson/Parkland/Spanaway and University Place/Fircrest Divisions support.

[email protected]

Judy SingleyEvents Manager & Small Business Development ManagerBusiness EXPO, Together Thursdays,

Good Morning! Power Networking events, Spotlight! On Business Awards, and small business workshops.

[email protected]

Len GandugliaMembership RepresentativeNew membership sales, advertising, sponsorships, and prospective member resource and retention.

[email protected]

Victoria OsmansonMembership RepresentativeNew membership sales, advertising, sponsorships, and prospective member resource and retention.

[email protected]

CommuniCAtions

Christina KitchensGraphic DesignerPublications design and prepress, project production management, marketing collateral development

and branding, Web support, concept event videos, Chamber photographer, and printer calibration.

[email protected]

Mimi JansenCommunications CoordinatorPublication editing and coordination, Chamber communications coordinator, Web site editor and writer, concept

event videos, and Chamber photographer.

[email protected]

support stAff

Cathy ThompsonExecutive Assistant, Support Staff CoordinatorBoard of Directors information, administrative support, support staff

coordination, human resources, and special event support.

[email protected]

Vy DotsonEvent Management, Tollefson PlazaTollefson Plaza management support and planning/coordination of Plaza events.

[email protected]

Kristi HolmesBusiness Information Specialist/Admin. AssistantChamber receptionist, database man-agement, manager assistant, customer

relations, and relocation information.

[email protected]

Rose CristAccounting ClerkAccounts payable, accounts receivable, accounting support, departmental assistance, and special events support.

[email protected]

Janice HutchinsMembership Services SpecialistMembership invoices, database updates, mailing list and label orders,

special events support, member support, and volunteer coordinator.

[email protected]

Your Chamber Team


Cornerstone of CommerCeBank of AmericaCity of TacomaFranciscan Health SystemMultiCare Health SystemWells Fargo Bank

visionAriesBluewater Project, Inc.The News TribunePuget Sound EnergyRegence BlueShield Russell InvestmentsState Farm Mutual Automobile InsuranceU.S. Bank

Community BuildersQwest

AdvoCAtes for prosperity The Boeing Company Brown & Brown of Washington, Inc.Cellmark, Inc.DaVita, Inc.Eka ChemicalsEmerald Queen Casino G ordon, Thomas, Honeywell, Malanca, Peterson & Daheim, PLLC

G roup Health Cooperative of Puget Sound

Heritage BankIntel Corporation Totem Ocean Trailer Express, Inc.Venture Bank

Allies for proGressAbsher Construction CompanyBank of New York Mellon Bruce Titus Automotive GroupComcast CableFlex-A-Lite Consolidated, Inc.Fred MeyerHarborstone Credit Union

Hotel MuranoKCPQ TV-Channel 13Kemira ChemicalsKibble & Prentice, a USI CompanyMcFarland CascadePacific Lutheran UniversityPropel Insurance Rainier Pacific BankRed Wind Casino ResCare HomeCare Robert Larsons Automotive GroupRoman Meal CompanyRSM McGladrey, Inc.Sound Credit UnionTacoma Electric Supply, Inc.Tacoma Mall-Simon Property Group TrueBlue, Inc.U.S. Oil & Refining CompanyUniversity of Puget SoundVeneer Chip TransportWestern Polymer CorporationWeyerhaeuser Company

21st Century Partners

ColuMbia bank

keybank, n.a.

Port of taCoMa

SiMPSon

taCoMa PubliC utilitieS

Founders


new entrepreneurs

ACIAir Systems Engineering, Inc.Albany InternationalAramark Uniform ServicesArclin Surfaces, Inc.Ault Electric Company, Inc.Auto Warehousing CompanyBates Technical CollegeBERGER/ABAM Engineers, Inc.B est Western Tacoma Dome Hotel

BMW Northwest, Inc.BNSF Railway Company Bradken-Atlas Brown & HaleyBrowns Point Charters & YachtsBuckys Muffler, Radiator & BrakesBuffelen Woodworking CompanyB usiness Examiner Newspaper Group

Canteen Vending Caraustar Mill GroupCB Richard EllisCESCO Solutions, Inc.CH2M HILL, Inc.Chambers Bay Golf CourseCharles River Clinical Services NWCharles Wright Academy ChaseClear Channel OutdoorClearwater Casino ResortClover Park Technical CollegeCommencement Bay CorrugatedConcrete Technology CorporationCostco WholesaleCourtyard by MarriottDavies Pearson, PCDeVry UniversityDickens Dining ConceptsEisenhower & Carlson, PLLCEl Toro RestaurantsEmerald DownsEmerald Home FurnishingsFiltrona ExtrusionB everly McConaghy, Financial Network Investment Corporation

Foss Maritime CompanyFrontier BankGene Juarez Salon & Spas

G eneral Plastics Manufacturing Company

Glacier NorthwestGlobe Machine ManufacturingGLY ConstructionGoodwill Industries - TacomaHealthcare Laundry ServiceHorizon LinesInterstate Distributor CompanyI ron Mountain Records ManagementJ ames Hardie Building Products, Inc.

JCPenney Company-Tacoma MallJohnson, Stone & Pagano, PSK aman Industrial Technologies Corporation

K ay Parks/ Dan Meyer Auto Rebuild, Inc.

Kel-Tech Plastics, Inc.L andmark Catering & Convention Center

LeMay Enterprises, Inc.Little CaesarsL owes Home Improvement Warehouse

MacysMarine View Ventures, Inc.McKinstry CompanyMilgard Manufacturing, Inc. Moss Adams, LLPMountain ConstructionMuckleshoot CasinoMurray Pacific CorporationNalco CompanyNeil Walter Company, LLCNew Era CleanersOlympic Eagle DistributingO rchard Park Health Care & Rehabilitation Center

Pacific Northwest Eye AssociatesPap Machinery, Inc.Parametrix Peak Performance Learning, LLCPepsi Bottling GroupWade Perrow ConstructionPierce College DistrictPierce County Executives OfficePierce Transit Point B

Pollard Group, Inc.R-4 Printing, Inc.Rainier ConnectReprographics NWRush Development CompanyR ushforth Construction Company, Inc.

SAGEM Morpho, Inc.SC FuelsSchnitzer Steel IndustriesSellen Construction Company, Inc.Skookum Contract ServicesSound Refining, Inc.Stellar Industrial Supply, Inc.Stratford Company, LLCSuperior Linen ServiceSUPERVALU-Northwest RegionTacoma Community CollegeTacoma Public SchoolsTacoma Screw ProductsTAPCO Credit UnionTitus-Will Ford/Toyota/ScionToray Composites (America), Inc.TRA Medical ImagingTrinity Glass International, Inc.

TriWest HealthCare AllianceTucci & SonsUnion Pacific RailroadUnited Western DevelopmentUnivar USAU niversity of Washington, Tacoma

UPST he Village Retirement & Assisted Living Communities

Voith FabricsWal-Mart - LakewoodWal-Mart Stores, Inc. Western State HospitalWestmark Products, Inc.Wilcox Farms, Inc.Woodworth & Company, Inc.YellowBook USAY usen Terminals Tacoma, Inc. c/o NYK Lines


wAsHinGton stAte Governor

Chris Gregoire (D)Office of the GovernorLegislative BuildingP.O. Box 40002Olympia, WA 98504-0002 .................................................................................. 360-902-4111www.governor.wa.gov

u.s. senAtors

Maria Cantwell (D)717 Hart Senate Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20510..................................................................................... 202-224-3441Tacoma .................................................................................................................. 253-572-2281www.cantwell.senate.gov

Patty Murray (D)173 Russell Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20510..................................................................................... 202-224-2621Seattle ................................................................................................................... 206-553-5545www.pattymurray.senate.gov

u.s. representAtives

1st Congressional district

Jay Inslee (D)403 Cannon House Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20515..................................................................................... 202-225-6311Mountlake Terrace .............................................................................................. 425-640-0233www.house.gov/inslee

2nd Congressional district

Rick Larsen (D)107 Cannon House Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20515..................................................................................... 202-225-2605Bellingham ........................................................................................................... 360-733-4500www.house.gov/larsen

3rd Congressional districtBrian Baird (D)2443 Rayburn House Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 208515 .................................................................................. 202-225-3536Vancouver ............................................................................................................. 360-695-6292www.house.gov/baird

4th Congressional district

Richard Doc Hastings (R)1214 Longworth House Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20515..................................................................................... 202-225-5816Pasco ..................................................................................................................... 509-543-9396www.hastings.house.gov


Cathy McMorris-Rodgers (R)1708 Longworth House Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20515..................................................................................... 202-225-2006Spokane ................................................................................................................ 509-353-2374www.mcmorris.house.gov

Guide to Government & Community ServicesKnow Who to Call

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Norm Dicks (D)2467 Rayburn House Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20515..................................................................................... 202-225-5916Tacoma .................................................................................................................. 253-593-6536www.house.gov/dicks


Jim McDermott (D)1035 Longworth House Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20515..................................................................................... 202-225-3106Seattle ................................................................................................................... 206-553-7170www.house.gov/mcdermott


Dave Reichert1223 Longworth House Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20515..................................................................................... 202-225-7761Seattle ................................................................................................................... 206-275-3437www.reichert.house.gov


Adam Smith (D)2402 Rayburn House Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20515..................................................................................... 202-225-8901Tacoma .................................................................................................................. 253-896-3775www.house.gov/adamsmith

loCAl eleCted offiCiAls

Pierce County executive

Pat McCarthyCounty-City Building930 Tacoma Ave. S., Room 737Tacoma, WA 98402 ............................................................................................. [email protected]

Pierce County ProsecutorGerald A. HorneCounty-City Building930 Tacoma Ave. S., Room 946Tacoma, WA 98402 ............................................................................................. [email protected]

Pierce County assessor-treasurer

Dale Washam2401 S. 35th St., Room 142Tacoma, WA 98409 ............................................................................................. [email protected]

Pierce County auditor

Jan Shabro2401 S. 35th St., Room 200Tacoma, WA 98409 ............................................................................................. [email protected]

Pierce County Council

County City Building930 Tacoma Ave. S., Room 1046Tacoma, WA 98402 ............................................................................................. 253-798-7777

district 1

Shawn [email protected] ............................................................................... 253-798-3635

district 2

Joyce [email protected] .......................................................................... 253-798-6694

district 3

Roger [email protected] .................................................................................. 253-798-6626

district 4

Tim [email protected] .................................................................................. 253-798-7590

district 5

Barbara [email protected] .............................................................................. 253-798-6653

district 6

Dick [email protected] ............................................................................. 253-798-3308

district 7

Terry [email protected] ............................................................................... 253-798-6654

port of tAComA Commission

Port of tacoma CommissionPO Box 1837Tacoma, WA 98401 ............................................................................................. 253-383-5841

President

Clare [email protected] .......................................................................... 253-278-2998

vice President

Ted [email protected] ........................................................................ 253-539-3942

Secretary

Don [email protected] ...................................................................... 253-383-5841

1st assistant Secretary

Connie [email protected] ............................................................................ 253-593-6077

2nd assistant Secretary

Richard P. [email protected] ....................................................................... 253-279-7484

tAComA City CounCil

Mayor and City CouncilTacoma Municipal Building747 Market St., Room 1200Tacoma, WA 98402 ............................................................................................. 253-591-5100

Mayor

Bill [email protected]

district 1

Spiro [email protected]


district 2

Jake [email protected]

district 3

Lauren [email protected]

district 4

Rick [email protected]

district 5

Connie [email protected]

at large

Julie Anderson [email protected]

Mike [email protected]

Marilyn [email protected]

metropolitAn pArk distriCt BoArd

board of Park Commissioners4702 S. 19th St.Tacoma, WA 98405 ............................................................................................. 253-305-1000

President

Victoria [email protected] ...................................................................... 253-305-1091

Clerk

Ryan [email protected] .............................................................................. 253-361-8356

Larry [email protected] ................................................................................. 253-305-1091

Aaron [email protected] ........................................................................... 253-761-0490

Tim [email protected] ................................................................................. 253-565-7864

tAComA sCHool BoArd

tacoma School boardP.O. Box 1357Tacoma, WA 98401 ............................................................................................. 253-571-1443www.tacoma.k12.wa.us

tacoma School district Superintendent

Dr. Arthur Jarvis253-571-1010

President

Kim [email protected] ............................................................................ 253-571-1397

vice-President

Debbie Winskill 253-627-7377

at large

Jim Dugan253-571-1396

Kurt Miller253-571-1290

Connie Rickman253-571-7442

Metropolitan area Public Schools

Bethel School District No. 403 www.bethelsd.org .............................................................................................. 253-683-6000

Clover Park School District No. 400www.cloverpark.k12.wa.us................................................................................ 253-589-7500

Fife School District No. 417www.fifeschools.com ......................................................................................... 253-517-1000

Franklin Pierce School District No. 402www.fp.k12.wa.us ............................................................................................... 253-298-3000

Puyallup School District No. 3www.puyallup.k12.wa.us ................................................................................... 253-841-1301

Steilacoom School District No. 1www.steilacoom.k12.wa.us ............................................................................... 253-983-2200

Tacoma School District No. 10www.tacoma.k12.wa.us ..................................................................................... 253-571-1000

University Place School District No. 83www.upsd.wednet.edu ....................................................................................... 253-566-5600

pierCe County leGislAtive deleGAtion 20092010

The Chamber maintains complete reference information on the Washington State Legislature, including bill status, committee agendas, and voting records. Chamber members who need assistance contacting legislators or information about bills may call 253-627-2175.

The names, addresses, and phone numbers of legislators represent-ing Pierce County follow. When writing legislators, use the following format:

The Honorable___________ Office Number and Building Olympia, WA 98504

The toll-free message hot line number is 800-562-6000, or 800-635-9993 for the hearing impaired.

The Washington State Legislature is composed of 49 senators and 98 representatives. Voters in each of the 49 legislative districts elect one senator and two representatives. Senators serve four-year terms, while representatives serve two-year terms.

2nd district

Sen. Randi Becker (R)409 Legislative BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

Rep. Tom Campbell (R)403 John L. OBrien BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

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Rep. Jim McCune (R)415 John L. OBrien BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

25th district

Sen. Jim Kastama (D)406 John A. Cherberg BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

Rep. Bruce Dammeier (R)439 John L. OBrien BuildingOlympia, WA 98504

Rep. Dawn Morrell (R) 332 John L. OBrien BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

26th district

Sen. Derek Kilmer (D)226 John A. Cherberg BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

Rep. Jan Angel (R) 333 John L. O Brien BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

Rep. Larry Seaquist (D)317 John L. OBrien BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

27th district

Sen. Debbie Regala (D)405 John A. Cherberg BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

Rep. Jeannie Darnielle (D)320 John L. OBrien BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

Rep. Dennis Flannigan (D)334 John L. OBrien BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

28th district

Sen. Mike Carrell (R)109A Irv Newhouse BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

Rep. Tami Green (D)431 John L. OBrien BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

Rep. Troy Kelley (D)319 John L. OBrien BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

29th district

Sen. Rosa Franklin (D)410 Legislative BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

Rep. Steve Conway (D)307 John L. OBrien BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

Rep. Steve Kirby (D)308 John L. OBrien BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

31st district

Sen. Pam Roach (R) 202 Irving R. Newhouse BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

Rep. Christopher Hurst (D)324 John L. OBrien BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

Rep. Dan Roach (R)413 John L. OBrien BuildingOlympia, WA 98504 ............................................................................................ [email protected]

wAsHinGton stAte AGenCies

department of labor and industries

(LISTENS)Toll-Free ................................................................................................................ 800-547-8367Olympia ................................................................................................................. 360-902-5799

environmental regulations

Department of EcologyOlympia ................................................................................................................. 360-407-6000

industrial health and Safety regulations

Division of Industrial Safety and HealthToll-Free ................................................................................................................ 800-423-7233Olympia ................................................................................................................. 360-902-5508

local, State, and federal tax requirements

Department of RevenueToll-Free ................................................................................................................ 800-647-7706

registering your business

Business and Profession Division, Department of LicencingOlympia ................................................................................................................. 360-664-1400

wage regulations, industrial insurance

Department of Labor and IndustriesMain ....................................................................................................................... 360-902-5800Employment Standards ...................................................................................... 360-902-5316Employer Services .............................................................................................. 360-902-4817Specialty Compliance Line ................................................................................ 360-902-5226


wAsHinGton stAte proGrAmsTDD ........................................................................................................................ 360-586-4840Within Washington ............................................................................................. 800-237-1233

Minority and womens business assistance hot lineOlympia ................................................................................................................. 360-753-9693

office of Community developmentOlympia ................................................................................................................. 360-725-2800

office of trade and economic developmentOlympia ................................................................................................................. 360-725-4000

trade and Market developmentOlympia ................................................................................................................. 360-725-4100

loCAl resourCes

City of tacoma

General Information253-591-5000www.cityoftacoma.org

Building and Occupational Taxes and Licenses253-591-5252

Business Licenses253-591-5252

Community Economic Development253-591-5364

economic development board for tacoma-Pierce CountyP.O. Box 1555Tacoma, WA 98401-1555Phone .................................................................................................................... 253-383-4726Fax ......................................................................................................................... 253-383-4676www.gopierce.org

department of labor and industries1305 Tacoma Ave. S., Suite 305Tacoma, WA 98402-1988 .................................................................................. 253-596-3800

pierCe County AGenCies

Business Licenses253-798-7445

Community and Economic Development253-798-7205

Department of Emergency Management253-798-7470

Employment Security Department253-593-7300

Pierce Transit253-581-8000

Planning and Land Use253-798-7210

Tacoma Dome253-272-3663

Tacoma-Pierce County ChamberPO Box 1933Tacoma, WA 98401-1933Phone .................................................................................................................... 253-627-2175Fax ......................................................................................................................... [email protected]

Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department3629 S. D St.Tacoma, WA 98408 ............................................................................................. 253-798-6500

Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau1119 Pacific Ave., Suite 500P.O. Box 1754Tacoma, WA 98401-1754Phone .................................................................................................................... 253-627-2836Toll-Free ................................................................................................................ 800-272-2662www.traveltacoma.com

World Trade Center Tacoma950 Pacific Ave., Suite 310Tacoma, WA 98402 ............................................................................................. 253-396-1022www.wtcta.org

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attorney General washington StateSeattle ................................................................................................................... 800-551-4636

better business bureau253-830-2924

industrial health and Safety regulationsWithin Washington ............................................................................................. 800-423-7233Olympia ................................................................................................................. 360-902-5500

insurance Commission Consumer ProtectionOlympia ................................................................................................................. 800-562-6900

internal revenue Services/business tax kitToll-Free ................................................................................................................ 800-829-3676

legal needs - washington State bar associationTacoma .................................................................................................................. 253-383-3432

legislative hot lineOlympia ................................................................................................................. 800-562-6000

Social Security administrationOlympia ................................................................................................................. 800-722-1213

tacoma-Pierce County employment & training ConsortiumTacoma .................................................................................................................. 253-591-5450Worksource .......................................................................................................... 253-593-7310

federal Government offices

U.S. Small Business AdministrationSeattle District Office1200 6th Ave., Suite 1700Park Place BuildingSeattle, WA 98101 .............................................................................................. 206-340-4733(SCORE) Business Assistance Center-Service Corps of Retired ExecutivesTacoma .................................................................................................................. 253-680-7770


AdvocacyThe Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber is the metro areas single most

powerful advocacy group for business. Member involvement strength-ens the voice of business so that the best interests of the private sector are heard at all levels of government. Business issues are represented in the legislature by contract lobbyists and ongoing communication with government officials. The Chamber works diligently to identify and impact public policy and regional issues to make Tacoma-Pierce Countys business environment prosperous. Legislative advocacy efforts are bolstered by Chamber programs and committees that take on focused challenges that include energy, water, and waste manage-ment. Through its advocacy efforts, the Chamber plays a vital role

in sustaining and building our areas economy and in the success of individual businesses throughout our community.

Economic OutlookThe Chambers Horizons Economic Forecast is a unique event.

At this annual breakfast, a report titled Pierce County Economic Index (PCEI) is presented to the community. The forecast encourages local businesses to plan for the best strategic positioning in the new fiscal year. The event features a prominent national economist and local speakers who focus on aspects of economic activity in the region.

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AlaskaAlaska-related businesses are growing at a rate equivalent to adding

a new 1,000-employee company annually to the Puget Sound. Thats the bottom line in an economic impact study commissioned by the Alaska Committees of the Tacoma-Pierce County and Greater Seattle Chambers. Our Chambers Alaska Committee promotes the local Alaska connection through targeted programs that enhance this strong economic relationship. The Alaska: Tacomas North Star theme pro-motes the exchange of Tacoma and Alaska business leader delegations and programs throughout the year. A principal example is our integral part in the annual Alaska State Chamber Conference and Trade Show, dedicated to Alaska business and trade development.

Business-to-Business TradeThe Chambers Business Expo is the largest business-to-business

trade show in the Puget Sound. This premier two-day event continues to grow, with more than 125 exhibitors who gather to share their wares and services with more than 3,500 attendees annually. Business EXPO is the leading opportunity for members to network and market and is combined with the Chambers Annual Meeting and breakfast, held the second morning of the event.

International TradeThe Chamber, an E-Award recipient, is a proactive advocate for

international trade. We take responsibility for public policy leadership, and we speak out for free trade with elected officials and public policy makers. We also supplement this advocacy through a broad range of other tasks, from the support of trade missions to the processing of Certificates of Origin.

Military AffairsWe work to protect the military value of Fort Lewis and McChord

Air Force Base as power projection platforms with the surge potential they hold in association with the National Strategic Port (NPS), the Port of Tacoma. In addition to other traditional programs offered to cement personal relations with civic and military leaders, the Chamber is also a key advocate before the state legislature and congressional del-egations. Our annual Washington-to-Washington, D.C., trip includes a visit to the Pentagon.


Angel Network and Technology ConsortiumEmerging enterprises in Tacoma-Pierce County are supported by

the communitys competitive broadband infrastructure options and the relatively low cost of doing business in our area. The Chamber supports the TacomaAngel Network and staffs the Tacoma Technology Consortium. These organizations work hard to provide management assistance and to help foster an environment where growing businesses succeed.

ResourcesMembers rely on multiple Chamber resources for business, includ-

ing new information on local issues, community facts, education/pro-fessional development programs, and general research support:

Members have access to benefits such as competitive rates on medical, dental, life, disability, and personal accident insurance; discounted long-distance phone rates; discounted mail delivery services; and reduced rates on fax services such as broadcast fax and fax-on-demand.The Chambers Web site, located at www.tacomachamber.org, offers an online bank of information, including an online business directory and events calendar. Valuable printed publications include our newsletter, our annual Membership Directory, and the Relocation Guide to Tacoma-Pierce County, a colorful community overview with photographs and comprehensive community information. Additionally, the Pierce County Economic Index, an annual report about the condition of Pierce Countys economy, is offered as a service to the business community.Leadership Tacoma-Pierce County is an intense 15-week program aiming at increasing participants community leadership skills and allowing engagement in community projects.Our Manufacturers Directory, which lists Pierce County manufacturers, features a searchable database and can be tailored to the specific geographical market area desired. Chamber Data Now helps members hone their marketing efforts in response to community demographics and buying habits. This

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downloadable information can be customized to track trends in demographics, income, retail sales, military, employment, and consumer price index.Our Community Information Packet includes information on schools, hospitals, and libraries, as well as a list of major employers.We offer facts on real estate and construction activities, informational lists on corporations, government, social agencies, and medical and educational institutions in the Major Employers Directory.Street maps of Tacoma-Pierce County and informative brochures are available.We refer all visitors and callers to our members one of the best resource benefits of membership.We provide a number of member mailing lists and labels at minimal cost.

Who Can Become a Member?

Membership is open to all area businesses that maintain their voluntary annual dues investment. Contact our Member Services Department at 253-627-2175 for more information.

What Are the Benefits of Membership?The benefits of your Chamber membership come in many forms.

Immediate benefits include business assistance, member discounts, benefits programs, referrals, networking opportunities, access to Chamber publications, and listings in the printed and online business directories.

Other benefits include ongoing advocacy for business issues, lob-bying for tax and education reform, regional economic development efforts, and support of issues pertaining to quality of life in Tacoma-Pierce County.

NetworkingNetworking isnt just about shaking hands and trading business

cards. It creates new business opportunities and marketing avenues, resulting in a more cohesive, profitable business community. Here are just a few networking opportunities that the Chamber offers to its members.

Business EXPO: The Chambers annual Business EXPO is THE premier networking, promotion, and celebration event to promote and provide new contacts and resources for business prosperity in the South Sound. With over 100 exhibitors, EXPO represents a major opportunity to grow client lists and to establish profitable new member business connections.Together Thursday: These monthly after-hours business socials are held at various business locations throughout the community.New Member Receptions: Held on a bi-monthly basis, the receptions provide new members with the opportunity to introduce their business to other members and learn about Chamber activities, benefits, and services.Good Morning! Power Networking Breakfast: Perfect for early-risers, it features a keynote speaker and information about timely business topics.Other networking events include Spotlight on Business Awards, City Center Luncheon, Annual Meeting and Breakfast, Leadership Tacoma-Pierce County, Ventura Bank learning@lunch, and the Simpson/KeyBank Chamber Golf Classic.

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TEACHThe Chambers 2009 Legislative Agenda

The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber is committed to legislation and funding for economic revitalization, growth, and prosper-ity. We promote a broad political agenda with targeted goals. Each year, the Chambers Public Affairs Council outlines those goals within the framework of our TEACH agenda.

The Chamber acts on its agenda by meeting with legislators and policy makers throughout the year. Staff and volunteers ensure the

Chamber message is heard loud and clear in our state capital and in our nations capital.

Each letter in the TEACH acronym represents a key priority for the Chamber. This year, the focus of the Chamber is to select only a few issues per key priority.

The T stands for transportation and infrastructure enhance-ment. This critical element in the agenda is formulated around the project list supported by the Regional Access and Mobility Partnership (RAMP), a group comprised of representatives from the Chamber, Port, County, City of Tacoma, and local area businesses and community organizations. Our top priority will be funding for a study of tolling as a financing tool for SR-167.

E represents the idea of economic development for our region, along with a sound energy policy. Key provisions include support for enhancement of the states LIFT finance program for publicprivate development partnerships, additional funding for the purchase of clear zone property infringing upon McChord AFB and other military bases, and increased natural gas capacity in our area.

A stands for the accountability of government. The Chamber would like to see adherence to past recommendations by government reform panels, including the Priorities of Government recommenda-tions for state budgets, which appears to have a role in the budget process so far.

C in the TEACH agenda represents community development and workforce training. In this section of the agenda, the Chamber states its support for the education system and its adherence to estab-lished academic standards. The Chamber supports funding of new construction and program development for the UW Tacoma and local area vocational and technical colleges.

H in the TEACH agenda stands for health care. As costs for providing even basic health care for employees continue to rise, the business community understands the importance of this issue. The Chamber therefore supports a more limited basic health care package that would allow small businesses to cover their workforce and would seek state policies that support the use of health information technol-ogy, such as electronic health records and electronic prescribing, as a way to reduce costs and improve efficiencies.


The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber is proud to partner with the City of Tacoma, Pierce Transit, and Pierce County in Downtown: On the Go!, a collective effort to encourage down-town commuters and residents to use public transportation, bike, walk, and share rides instead of driving alone.

With fluctuating gas prices and challenging economic times, trans-portation and parking costs are a major concern for businesses and employees. The Chamber works closely with our partners to provide tools, resources, and information to address these challenges. We offer individualized consultations and support in developing Employer Transportation Programs, including free bus passes, great prizes and incentives, educational opportunities, marketing materials, and more.

If you are interested in starting or enhancing an employer trans-portation program, or if youd like to learn more about your com-mute options, visit www.piercetrips.com, or contact Jessica Holden at [email protected] or 253-627-2175.

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The Chamber has been a very strong advocate for the Pierce County Skills Center, going out of its way to make sure that the reso-lution was available to present to the legislators. This is all part of an opportunity to expand the workforce and for kids to understand the significance of education and training.

Tom Siegel, Superintendent, Bethel School District

The Chamber has been a phenomenal advocate for UW Tacoma not just for our campus, but for higher education in general. They have totally understood the importance of higher education in economic development, in the creation of jobs, and in raising the standard of living in this entire community.

Patricia Spakes, Chancellor, UWT

The Chamber does a lot of good work for businesses by going to Washington, D.C., and advocating for business in the area; putting in a lot of work with the Cross Base highway; and making sure that the military stay here in our area.

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We noticed the young professional demographic moving here but not getting connected. So through the Chambers Leadership Program we were able to identify that as a need and bring people together.

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exPerienCe the benefitS of diverSity throuGh a variety of oPinionS, SkillS, deCiSion StyleS, and baCk-GroundS valued within the ChaMber faMily.

One of the great things about the Chamber is that it involves a number of people throughout the community. And the great effect of that is that it gets people excited to do something the more people that get excited about it, the greater chance we have at actually taking charge and making something happen.

Kathy Hanna, Vice President, CH2M Hill

aCCeSS valuable reSourCeS Provided by ChaMber Staff, who are alwayS haPPy to Serve and helP you exPand your buSineSS.

Since Ive been involved with the Chamber I realize the Chamber has a whole host of services for small business, from networking events, to educational seminars, to health benefits, and many things behind the scenes that an average small businessman doesnt even realize.

Brian Haynes, President, Rainier Connect

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Tollefson Plaza was criticized for its design and lack of use. The leadership of the Chamber had really stepped up to stimulate the use of that community asset that was underperforming into an performing asset.

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TacomaCHAMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

PIERCE COUNTY, WA, USA

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Documents

Tacoma, Washington 2009 Chamber Business Directory