Phòng Thương mại Mercer Island
Xây dựng một Mercer Island vững mạnh hơn thông qua hoạt động ủng hộ, hỗ trợ và phát triển doanh nghiệp.
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Hãy xem các sự kiện sắp tới của chúng tôi và tìm hiểu thêm về các hoạt động và kế hoạch của Phòng Thương mại.
Thúc đẩy sức sống kinh tế của Đảo Mercer thông qua các sự kiện vận động, lãnh đạo và xây dựng cộng đồng ♦ Cung cấp các cơ hội giới thiệu và kết nối tạo điều kiện phát triển quan hệ đối tác chiến lược giữa các doanh nghiệp ♦ Xuất bản bản tin về Phòng Thương mại và tin tức cộng đồng ♦ Tổ chức các sự kiện cộng đồng thu hút mọi người và doanh nghiệp đến với hòn đảo ♦ Hoạt động như một trung tâm thông tin, cung cấp bản đồ và thông tin nhân khẩu học ♦ Ghi nhận những thành tựu của cộng đồng doanh nghiệp ♦ Cung cấp các cơ hội quảng cáo và tài trợ ♦ Giới thiệu các doanh nghiệp mới đến với cộng đồng
Cửa trước của Đảo Mercer
Được thành lập vào năm 1946, Phòng Thương mại Mercer Island có lịch sử lâu đời trong việc cung cấp dịch vụ hỗ trợ và quảng bá cho thành viên, nguồn lực giáo dục và cơ hội kết nối.
Dành cho các doanh nghiệp Mercer Island
Đại diện cho một nhóm doanh nghiệp đa dạng, chúng tôi hợp tác với cộng đồng và chính quyền địa phương để giúp các thành viên của mình tiến bộ, phát triển và thịnh vượng. Thông qua giáo dục kinh doanh, kết nối, sự kiện cộng đồng, vận động và đại diện, Phòng Thương mại Đảo Mercer cam kết giúp mỗi thành viên phát triển và thịnh vượng.
"Làm việc với chúng tôi mở ra một cơ hội phát triển to lớn"
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You’re hard at work planning your holiday strategy deciding what campaigns to run and how to attract more business but one area you may not have thought of is ways you can partner with other businesses so you can both get something out of it while helping your customers. Everyone loves ease, especially during the already busy holidays. This is a win/win for both businesses and your customers. Here’s an example of how it might work: your carpet-cleaning customer mentions that her parents are staying for Thanksgiving. She also needs someone to fix the guest bathroom faucet and watch the dog because he doesn’t do well with people and noise. You can help with the carpet. But those other two needs are opportunities to make an introduction. Meanwhile, a local plumber and pet sitter probably have customers who need you. After all, plumbing messes can easily become carpet messes. Holiday preparations create overlapping needs, often with firm deadlines. Businesses that recognize those connections can help customers get more done while introducing each other to potential clients. A small holiday referral circle gives those introductions a little structure. And you can start small with two other businesses, one shared customer need (getting things ready for the holiday), and a few clear expectations. Start With the Customer’s Plans Agreeing to promote each other is a start. But it also tends to produce a few social media tags before everyone gets busy. Then crickets. A stronger starting point is a specific task your customers are trying to accomplish. Getting the house ready for guests. Preparing to travel. Thanking employees. Closing the office for a few days. Think about what happens immediately before or after someone needs your service. Who else could help them finish the job? For example: Ready for company: A cleaner, plumber, and handyman help homeowners prepare for overnight guests. Ready to travel: A pet sitter, mechanic, and alarm service help customers prepare to leave. Ready to close the office: An IT provider, bookkeeper, and virtual assistant help owners handle loose ends before taking time off. Ready to thank the team: A restaurant, promotional products company, and florist help employers arrange thoughtful employee appreciation. Choose a situation that already comes up in customer conversations. You’ll have an easier time explaining the partnership when the need is known. Choose People You Can Confidently Recommend A referral puts your reputation in someone else’s hands. Pick partners whose work and customer service you trust like people you might know through the chamber. Before agreeing to promote each other, have a short conversation about availability, service areas, pricing expectations, and response times. Ask what a good referral looks like. A cleaner who serves residential customers may have little use for introductions to large commercial properties. Check holiday capacity, too. Someone who’s already booked through December might welcome introductions for January, but customers need to know that before they call. You should also agree on how to handle a customer concern. If someone tells you a partner never returned their call, you need a way to follow up. Keep the circle small enough that you know who you’re recommending. Give Customers Something Useful Create one resource that helps customers act. For the “Ready for Company” group, that might be a one-page checklist covering guestroom cleaning, minor repairs, and household preparations. Each business contributes a few useful tips and provides its contact information. A group serving business owners could create a “Before You Turn On Your Holiday Autoreply” checklist. Include reminders about invoice follow-up, computer backups, customer notices, and coverage for urgent requests. Use your expertise to make the resource worth keeping. Avoid turning it into three advertisements sharing a page. Make the next step easy: identify who handles each service and how to reach them. Each business can share the resource through its own email, social accounts, or customer conversations. Agree on How Referrals Will Work Decide whether you’ll hand out contact information, share a booking link, or offer a personal introduction. Get the customer’s permission before sharing their contact details. A natural recommendation might sound like: “If you’re getting the guest room ready, I know an affordable local carpet cleaner. Would you like their information?” There’s no need to force every customer into the referral circle. Make introductions when they fit the conversation. You also don’t have to offer a discount. Reliable help, easier planning, and a trusted recommendation can be compelling on their own. If you do create an offer, make sure each business can afford to honor it. Businesses who refer may also agree to give one a referral fee for every signing client or even give a discount on their services to the referring business. This gives an added incentive to have these kinds of “how can we help” conversations with customers. Keep it Manageable and See What Happens Choose a short campaign window and a few commitments everyone can keep. Perhaps each partner shares the checklist once by email, posts it twice on social media, and keeps copies available for customers. Track referrals with a simple “How did you hear about us?” question or a code. After the campaign, compare notes. Did introductions turn into inquiries or bookings? Did customers find the resource useful? Was anyone receiving referrals they couldn’t serve? Your chamber can help you identify potential partners, especially businesses that serve similar customers in different ways. Ask for an introduction around a specific need: “Who helps homeowners prepare for holiday travel?” gives chamber staff more to work with than “Who wants to collaborate?” Start with one customer situation you hear about every year. Find two businesses that can help with the next steps. Then give your customers something especially useful during a crowded season—peace of mind and one more thing checked off the to-do list.
Have you ever seen the small print on a coupon, discount, or promotion that reads “For new customers/clients only?” It’s infuriating to have supported a business only to see new customers getting better rates. Doesn’t matter if it’s a stylist, cable company, a pet groomer. Loyalty should matter. So why do so many businesses offer the most competitive rates to people who’ve never purchased before? Meanwhile, someone who bought from you three times last year hasn’t heard from you in months. One of the most expensive mistakes you can make in Q4 is spending so much energy finding new customers that you overlook the people who already know and like you. The cost of overlooking those who already like you is enormous but not in the way you might imagine because you likely don’t know about it. It’s an appointment nobody books, a corporate order that goes elsewhere, or a regular customer who becomes someone else’s regular. They liked you but you either slipped their mind, or they don’t feel valued enough to come back, especially if they see you “valuing” new prospects all over the place. Fortunately, you can address it without hiring a consultant or buying another marketing program. Start with the customer relationships you’ve already earned. Find the People You’ve Lost Touch With Set aside 30 minutes to review your sales records, appointment history, or past invoices. Identify customers who purchased before but haven’t returned within their usual buying cycle. Look for patterns. Which customers ordered gifts from you last year? Which clients usually schedule a service before year-end? Did a business place a large order once, then disappear? Find somewhere around twenty names so you can thoughtfully follow up with them. Finding more might be overwhelming and discourage you from reaching out. If you don’t have detailed records, start with what you do have: last year’s invoices, your appointment calendar, or the customers your team remembers asking about. You’re looking for a reason to reconnect that makes sense to the customer. Give Them a Useful Reason to Return “We miss you” is pleasant and a good start, but a relevant reminder gives someone a reason to act (even if that someone is no longer with the company their replacement can understand what you did/do). A restaurant could contact the person who booked last year’s team lunch. A printer could remind customers about ordering year-end thank-you cards. A service business could reach out about an approaching maintenance appointment. For example: “You ordered client gifts from us last November, so I wanted to check whether you’re planning something similar this year. We have options in the same price range, and I’d be happy to send you three ideas.” That message saves the customer time. It also shows you paid attention. Use the communication channel the customer has invited you to use. A personal email or a quick conversation during their next visit may be enough. Keep bulk promotional outreach to people who’ve signed up to receive it. Resist the Automatic Discount Before offering 20% off, ask what would make the purchase easier. Could you provide gift wrapping? Put together a ready-to-order package? Reserve an appointment? Recommend three products based on what someone previously purchased? A corporate customer organizing gifts for 15 employees may appreciate individual packaging and one invoice more than a modest discount. Make sure any extra service fits your capacity and pricing. Free delivery loses its appeal quickly if your entire staff spends December driving around town. Convenience can give customers a compelling reason to choose you while protecting the profit you need from the sale. But don’t discount the power of the discount, especially for business-to-customer companies. When everything is increasing in price, it’s nice to be able to save a little money. Check What Happens After Someone Says Yes A successful reminder can still lead to a lost sale. Does your message link directly to the relevant product or booking page? Are your hours current? Can someone quickly find your ordering deadline? Who responds when a customer replies? Ask an employee or trusted business contact to follow the steps a returning customer would take. Have them try to place an order or request an appointment. Watch for the small obstacles you’ve stopped noticing: an outdated form, a missing price, or instructions that require a phone call during hours when your customer is working. Fixing one obstacle may help every customer who follows. Put Your Chamber Connections to Work Your chamber can help you build reasons for customers to return and discover other local businesses along the way. Ask for an introduction to a complementary business. A florist and a caterer might coordinate referrals for company celebrations. A photographer could connect with a salon serving clients who need professional headshots. Each business gains a useful recommendation to share with its customers. You can also ask which seasonal promotional opportunities your chamber offers. Depending on the chamber, those might include a shopping guide, member offers, business features, or local purchasing campaigns. Give chamber staff something specific to work with: what you offer, who it helps, the deadline, and how to buy. “We have employee gift packages for teams of five to 25” gives them more to share than “Please promote our business.” Make Follow-Up Someone’s Job Q4 gets crowded. Assign one person to manage your reconnecting efforts, even if that person is you. A simple spreadsheet can track the customer, reason for contacting them, date, response, and next step. Review it weekly. Record resulting sales and the time or discounts involved so you can judge whether the effort paid off. Before you spend more to introduce yourself to strangers, give those past customers a reason to say, “I’m glad you reached out.”
Your customers have seen the sales, the giveaways, and the “something exciting is coming” posts. But there’s one hot event that is drawing in crowds across all types of business and that’s B-I-N-G-O! It’s more than just a fun game everyone can play. Give your audience a bingo card and suddenly there’s a mission. Businesses are finding creative ways to use bingo to bring people together and give them reasons to explore. The familiar format makes participation easy: fill the squares, complete a row, earn a reward. The fun comes from what you put in those squares, what people can win, and who you invite to play. You can host a lively evening or create a monthlong challenge customers complete on their own. Here are several ideas from businesses and event organizers, along with ways to adapt them for your audience. 1. Plant Bingo The prize table is growing. Literally. Plant bingo awards the winners houseplants instead of cash or generic prizes. Some businesses give the winner an option between plants, while others specific which plant is up for grabs. While others still make sure that every participant receives a plant buddy. It can be a natural partnership between a gathering space and a plant-focused business. A nursery, florist, coffee shop, or home décor store could adapt this idea. Offer easy-care plants for beginners, herbs for cooks, or unusual varieties for collectors. Between rounds, share a quick care tip so winners have a fighting chance of keeping their prizes alive. Even if you don’t sell plants, partnering with someone who does can increase both of your email lists if you make them sign-up to attend. 2. Boozy Bingo Wineries, breweries, and distilleries are giving customers another reason to pull up a chair. You can pair bingo with a featured cocktail, a food vendor, or a themed evening. A wine bar could host “Bingo and Boards” with shareable charcuterie. A brewery could partner with a neighboring restaurant for dinner delivery. Keep the game entertaining for people choosing mocktails, too. The gathering should work without anyone needing to drink alcohol to participate. If your state allows, you can give away free glasses, bottles, mixers, and booze-infused food items. Don’t forget funny booze merch. 3. Music Bingo Unlike the first two examples, this isn’t about the award but how you play. Replace called numbers with song clips. Players mark the matching song titles on their cards. Choose music your audience will recognize. A vintage shop could build an evening around the decade represented in its merchandise. A café could host an afternoon edition. You can hire an established host or entertainment company to handle the cards, music, and pacing or if you have a vivacious employee, they can play emcee (not to be confused with run DMC. See what we did there?). 4. Bingo for What You Sell Take the plant-prize concept and apply it to your own inventory. Consider a bookstore offering books, a pet store offering enrichment toys, or a kitchen shop offering gadgets and specialty ingredients. A boutique could create themed prize bundles around travel, cozy evenings, or accessories. This gives people a chance to discover products they might otherwise walk past. Introduce each prize with one useful detail: what it does, who would enjoy it, or how to use it. 5. Menu Bingo Many customers have a favorite order. They may also have absolutely no intention of changing it. A menu bingo card gives them a reason to venture beyond the usual. Sam Jones BBQ in Winterville, NC awards stamps for featured menu purchases. Completing a five-square row earns a voucher for a free sandwich combo. Your card could feature specific dishes or prompts such as: Try a seasonal special. Order a side you’ve never had. Choose a staff favorite. Come in for breakfast. Save room for a house-made dessert. Design the card around dishes you want customers to discover. Make sure several winning paths are affordable and achievable. You want to offer alternatives where dietary needs would block participation. 6. Shop-Local Bingo This is a favorite of chambers, especially around the holidays. Before you go recreating the wheel, check to see if a similar program is offered near you. If so, find out how you can be included. In most cases, the chamber hands out a bingo card that entices participants to explore local businesses and collect stickers/stamps toward prize opportunities. The card could include spaces for visiting a new shop, attending a demonstration, finding a locally made product, or stopping at a participating eatery. Businesses can contribute prizes and promote the card, spreading the work and introducing customers to one another. Mix purchases with discovery activities so participation doesn’t require a shopping spree. If your chamber doesn’t currently have one, they may be able to help you find partners and coordinate a neighborhood or communitywide version. 7. Coffee Crawl Bingo Coffee shops can give customers a reason to explore the local café scene together. Prickly Pear Coffee Co.’s coffee crawl in Nashville, Tennessee, uses bingo challenges and individual shop stamps. Limits on how many squares each shop can stamp encourage participants to visit multiple locations. You can adapt the approach for coffee, tea, pastries, or dessert shops. Squares might include trying a different brewing method, discovering a café with outdoor seating, or asking a barista for a recommendation. Spread the challenge over several weeks. Nobody needs to complete a coffee crawl in one highly caffeinated afternoon. 8. Reading Bingo Reading challenges make excellent bingo cards. Oregon City Public Library’s card includes prompts such as reading a mystery or a book with a one-word title. A bookstore could create a seasonal reading card, with staff recommendations for each square, or attending a discussion/book signing, or reading in a new genre. Offer a modest reward (maybe a beautiful bookmark) for a completed row, and something more for a black-out card. Then invite participants to a gathering where they can share discoveries. That creates a natural next visit and gives readers something to talk about. 9. Fitness and Wellness Bingo Fitness businesses are using bingo to encourage participation and variety. Workroom Pilates in San Leandro, California, describes its monthlong challenge as a combination of fitness, habits, and community. A studio could include trying a different class, attending a beginner workshop, meeting a new instructor, or completing a recovery activity. Keep multiple routes to a winning row so beginners and people with different abilities can participate. Use the card to help customers explore your offerings without turning every square into another purchase. 10. Trivia, TV, and Movie Bingo Bingo also works with entertainment themes. You can offer TV and movie bingo, holiday bingo, and custom-themed games. One adaptation is trivia bingo: put answers only on the cards and read questions aloud. Players mark a square when they identify the correct answer. A kitchen shop could use food trivia. An outdoor retailer could build questions around camping or wildlife. A local-history theme could bring several businesses together. Keep the questions accessible. Customers came for an enjoyable evening, not an exam. 12. Meet-Someone Bingo Give guests a reason to start conversations. Networking bingo uses prompts that participants complete by finding people who match them. It’s a great way to make introductions easier at events. For a customer gathering, try prompts such as “has adopted a pet,” “knows a great local hiking spot,” or “has taken one of our workshops.” These types of prompts also lend themselves to further conversation. Ask players to collect different names across a winning row. This works especially well for businesses building a community around a shared interest, including craft shops, coworking spaces, and hobby retailers. Make the Fun Work for Your Business Before designing a game card, decide what you want it to accomplish. Fill a quiet evening? Introduce new products? Encourage repeat visits? Help customers discover neighboring businesses? Build community among your customers. Additionally, you’ll want to decide if you’re hosting a Bingo Night where the game(s) is played at your location of whether it’s a challenge they complete over time. Then keep the first version manageable: Explain the rules upfront. Include dates, qualifying activities, verification, and exactly what completing a row earns. Budget the rewards. Account for staff time, supplies, hosting, and prizes. Give staff a simple explanation. They should be able to describe the game and handle cards consistently. Track the result. Compare attendance, sales, repeat visits, or featured-product purchases with your goal. Before launching, confirm the requirements that apply to your location and format, particularly if you plan to charge for play or award chance-based prizes. Start with one bingo event or short challenge. If you need a venue, prize partner, or neighboring businesses to join you, contact the chamber. Tell them who you’d like to meet, and they can likely help make the introduction.
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Người ủng hộ doanh nghiệp của bạn, Trung tâm nguồn lực chuyên nghiệp, Người kết nối cộng đồng, Người xây dựng mạng lưới!
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Meet Jason and Robin Farrish, owners of The Crawlspace Gastropub! They opened this last summer on Mercer Island and their menu is centered around Korean fusion cuisine! They have everything from Korean BBQ to burgers, booze, wings, tacos, and steak. Everything is uniquely hand crafted with Korean, Hawaiian, Mexican, and Latin American influences!
Visit the chamber member directory on the website to learn more about The Crawlspace Gastropub and their incredible menu!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #chamber #smallbusiness #localbusiness # business #food #koreanfusion #fusioncuisine #restaurant
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🥳 HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHAMBER CEO JEN DEAN!
‼️ GIVEAWAY ‼️
Jen, is a Midwest native with roots in Michigan, where she grew up raising beef cattle. Those early mornings and hard work taught her the value of dedication and the secret to a truly great burger. She’s always on the lookout for restaurants that get burgers just right.
But Jen’s culinary adventures don’t stop there. She enjoys a fancy night out just as much as a casual burger joint. For her, it’s all about experiencing the artistry of food and the stories behind the menus.
We are giving away a $25 gift card to The Crawlspace Gastropub-because they do burgers right and $25 gift card to Allister -because they do fancy right!
To Enter:
1. Like this post
2. Tag your favorite culinary buddy
*make sure you are following the chamber page
Contest ends at today 7:00pm
Join us from 4:00:500pm at The Crawlspace Gastropub for happy hour birthday celebration!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #celebrate
Happy Halloween!
What's your favorite kind of candy? Comment down below!
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #smallbusiness #business #trickortreat #candy #chocolate #halloween #happyhalloween
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‼️GIVEAWAY‼️
We continue the countdown to CEO Jen’s birthday on day 3 of giveaways with a little dig into the archives of her heritage.
Jen’s father was adopted from Italy (many years ago😉) gifting her a rich blend of Italian and Mediterranean heritage. Her love for food reflects this heritage, with favorites like hummus, Greek salad, chicken kabobs, and hearty pasta dishes.
Jen’s love for a wide variety of music and her musical talents also stem from her father. Fun fact: Jen is a former cornet player! 🎺
To honor her Italian/Mediterranean and musical heritage we’re giving away a $25 gift card to Volver Records and a $25 gift card to Pogacha.
To enter:
1. Like this post
2. Tag your favorite person to share an evening of dinner and music with
*Make sure you are following the chamber page
Giveaway closes at 7pm today (October 30th)
And mark your calendars for birthday happy hour at The Crawlspace Gastropub on Thursday, October 31st from 4:00-5:00pm.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #burthday #italy #mediterranean #music #heritage #celebrate #family
We heard you loud and clear. You LOVE the 5 Chambers Networking events, but 7:30am is a little too early for some. Well, here is an event especially for you!
5 Chambers After Hours
Thursday, November 7th
4:00-6:00pm
Remlinger Farms
Join Mercer Island Chamber, Newcastle Chamber, Issaquah Chamber, Sno Valley Chamber, and Sammamish Chamber for a special after-hours event. Grow your professional and personal network while enjoying the grounds at Remlinger Farms.
Non-alcoholic drinks and appetizers included in ticket price.
Alcohol available for purchase.
Click the link in our bio to register today.
Members and guest welcome!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #chamber #afterhours #networking #growyournetwork
‼️ GIVEAWAY DAY 2 ‼️
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We continue our 4 days of giveaways to celebrate chamber CEO Jen Dean's birthday with books and coffee!
Jen is a coffee lover, maybe even a snob. Jen believes that Washington has some of the best coffee shops in the country! One of her favorite brands is Tony's Coffee which happens to be a native roaster out of Bellingham, WA.
Jen is also loves to journal. Give her a cup of coffee, a beautiful view and a journal and she is set for hours.
To celebrate, we are giving away a bag of Tony's coffee, a coffee mug, and a $25 gift card to Island Books ( @island.books )so you too can pick up a journal.
To enter:
1. Like this post
2. Tag your favorite person to grab coffee with
*make sure you are following the chamber Instagram page
Contest closes at 7pm today (October 29th)
And mark your calendars for birthday happy hour at The Crawlspace Gastropub on Thursday, October 31st from 4:00-5:00pm
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #celebrate #coffeelover #books #journal #birthday #shoplocal
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‼️ GIVEAWAY TIME ‼️
It's chamber CEO Jen Dean's birthday week, and to celebrate we are doing a giveaway for the next 4 days of some of her favorite local items all while getting to know a little more about her.
So let's kick off day 1!
Jen loves flowers. Fresh flowers. If she could, she would have fresh flowers delivered every week for every room in her home. Her favorite flower, gladiolus, and a close second would be dahlias.
Also, when it comes to sweets Jen is a chocolate fan, dark chocolate to be exact. You can keep the skittles, vanilla cake, and gum drops, she will take chocolate every time.
To celebrate we are giving away a $25 gift card to Mercer Island Florist and truffles from Oh Chocolate.
To enter:
1. Like this post
2. Tag the person who loves flowers too
*make sure you are following the chamber Instagram page
💐🌺🌷🌹🍫🧁🎂
Contest ends at 7pm today (October 28th)
🥳 And mark your calendars for birthday happy hour at The Crawlspace Gastropub for Thursday, October 31st from 4:00-5:00pm.🥂
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #birthday #flowerlover #chocolatelover #celebrate
City of Mercer Island, Mercer Island Chamber, and Bloodworks Northwest are teaming up again for an end of year blood drive.
Monday, November 4th
10:30am-4:30pm
MI Community & Event Center
Did you know 63% of Americans are eligible to donate, yet only 3% actually donate? Let's get that 3% up! Our last blood drive on Mercer Island back in August saw 7 new first-time donors. Great job Mercer Island community.
Click the link in our bio to schedule your appointment.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #community #blooddrive #donateblood
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #chamber #smallbusiness #heart #motivation #lovewhatyoudo #inspiration #shoplocal
One week away from THANKFUL FOR LOCAL BINGO begining November 1st!
All month long in November we are elevating our local businesses with a fun game of BINGO.
Starting November 1st, you can pick up a card at participating locations, complete the task on the card, complete a BINGO, and turn your card in at the chamber office to be entered to win a grand prize-Mercer Island Gift Card Frenzy-valued at $450+.
It is a great way to explore town center, get to know your neighbors who run these businesses, and have family fun.
*See card for official rules*
#thankful #local #supportlocal #mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #bingo #communityfun
Over on the chamber blog,
Why Agility is One of the Most Important Things in Your Marketing
The market is volatile. No, we’re not talking about stocks. The needs and desires of your audience are evolving, and your business marketing needs to follow suit. If you’re not practicing agile marketing, you’re going to fall behind.
Agile marketing is one of the most crucial aspects of marketing for businesses today. It offers significant advantages in an ever-changing marketplace. And the public’s expectations surrounding it (bet you didn’t know they already expect agility in marketing) can mean a potentially costly mistake for businesses that aren’t implementing it.
What Is Agile Marketing?
Agile marketing is the practice that allows marketers to adapt to changing environments, whether that be social media trends, customers’ needs/desires, or responses using emerging technologies. When you are an agile marketing shop, you can make changes to your current campaigns quickly for the benefit of your customers and ideal audience.
Click the link in our bio to continue reading over on the chamber website.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #chamberblog #businesstips #marketing #blogpost
We heard you loud and clear. You LOVE the 5 Chambers Networking events, but 7:30am is a little too early for some. Well, here is an event especially for you!
5 Chambers After Hours
Thursday, November 7th
4:00-6:00pm
Remlinger Farms
Join Mercer Island Chamber, Newcastle Chamber, Issaquah Chamber, Sno Valley Chamber, and Sammamish Chamber for a special after-hours event. Grow your professional and personal network while enjoying the grounds at Remlinger Farms.
Non-alcoholic drinks and appetizers included in ticket price.
Alcohol available for purchase.
Click the link in our bio to register today.
Members and guest welcome!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #chamber #afterhours #networking #growyournetwork
City of Mercer Island, Mercer Island Chamber, and Bloodworks Northwest are teaming up again for an end of year blood drive.
Monday, November 4th
10:30am-4:30pm
MI Community & Event Center
Did you know 63% of Americans are eligible to donate, yet only 3% actually donate? Let's get that 3% up! Our last blood drive on Mercer Island back in August saw 7 new first-time donors. Great job Mercer Island community.
Click the link in our bio to schedule your appointment.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #community #blooddrive #donateblood
Small businesses that are looking for financing through a business loan have several options, though they vary greatly depending on the scope of your business and its needs. Here are some common types of small business loans you can expect to find, and what to know before you choose a loan and apply.
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #smallbusiness #loans #finances #funding
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #smallbusiness #success #motivation #inspiration #failure
Get ready for THANKFUL FOR LOCAL BINGO returning November 1st!
All month long in November we are elevating our local businesses with a fun game of BINGO.
Starting November 1st, you can pick up a card at participating locations, complete the task on the card, complete a BINGO, and turn your card in at the chamber office to be entered to win a grand prize-Mercer Island Gift Card Frenzy-valued at $450+.
It is a great way to explore town center, get to know your neighbors who run these businesses, and have family fun.
*See card for official rules*
#thankful #local #supportlocal #mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #bingo #communityfun
This week on the chamber blog,
How to Be More Engaging
If you want more views on your business content, you don’t have to be a celebrity (although that makes things a lot easier). All you have to do is help your audience get to know you, and by doing so, humanize your business.
Some people are gifted engagers. They naturally know how to get people interested in their stuff. But for most of us, it’s a learned activity. If you’re not a born engager, here are five things you can do to improve your business content.
5 Engaging Content Tips:
Click the link in our bio to continue reading over on the chamber website.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #chamberblog #businessblogpost #businesstips #marketing
Member Feature
Three generations of the Krautheim family have been creating artisan chocolates in Seattle since 1985. Margo Masaoka now oversees the original flagship store on Mercer Island, working alongside her daughter and son-in-law, Marisa and Ty Barrett, both incredible chocolatiers!
Oh! Chocolate is proud of its history of producing hand-crafted chocolates in flavors and tastes that support both traditional as well as cutting-edge culinary flavors. They have a wide selection of chocolate treats and they also offer hands on chocolate classes!
Visit the chamber member directory on the website to learn more about Oh! Chocolate and their delicious treats.
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #shoplocal #smallbusiness #chocolate #treats #chocolateclasses #ohchocolate
Just one week away for our first Witches Night Out on Mercer Island.
Thursday, October 24th
6:30pm-9:00pm.
Grab your best witches custome, broomstick, and friends and stroll the streets of Mercer Island for this pub crawl type event.
Witching hour begins at 6:30pm with a photo op at Barrels Wine Bar. Enjoy some enchanting drinks, then grab a map and make your way to participating locations for spooky drink specials, treats, tarot card readings, and more.
Participating Locations:
The Crawlspace Gastropub
Barrels Wine Bar
Pogacha
Allister
Asa Gathering
Island Books
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #spookyfun #witchescrawl #halloweenfun #pubcrawl #halloweenevents
4 Days Away from Women's Day Out!
Sunday, October 20th
10am-2pm
Mercer Island Community and Event Center
Will you be there?
Workshops, classes, shopping, spa treatments, music, photo opps, giveaways and more.
Grab your friends and come out for that break in the business for some fun.
Click the link in our bio to learn more and grab tickets.
Last week!
2025 Chamber Vision Survey
We want to hear from YOU!
Whether you are a chamber member or not; own a business, or work for a local company; if you have vested interest about the business community on Mercer Island and beyond, we want to hear from you.
As we plan our 2025 programing, we want to make sure we are providing valuable resources and opportunities for you to grow your business and professional network.
Click the link in our bio to take the survey.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #vision #strategy #businessgrowth #supportinglocal
Are you ready?!
Join us for the grand opening of Volver Records on Mercer Island.
Friday, October 18th at 10am.
Grab some friends and come check out Volver Records new space and extensive selection of vinyl records and more.
Volver Records
7785 Sunset Highway, Suite 249
Mercer Island, WA 98040
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #grandopening #ribboncutting #seattle #openingcelebration #recordstore
Have your registered? Don't miss our next Business Workshop: SEO 101: Get Ranked without the Headache
We wrap up our October series with your biggest business seller, your website. Jaclyn is an expert on SEO and she will break down the terminology and fundamental strategies so you can get your business SEEN by your audience. Let's grab those leads!
Click the link in our bio to register.
No cost to chamber members.
$10 for non members/guests
Registration required.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #businesssupport #localbusiness #businesstips #workshops
‼️Exciting News‼️
Join us for the grand opening of Volver Records on Mercer Island.
Friday, October 18th at 10am.
Grab some friends and come check out Volver Records new space and extensive selection of vinyl records and more.
Volver Records
7785 Sunset Highway, Suite 249
Mercer Island, WA 98040
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #grandopening #ribboncutting #seattle #openingcelebration #recordstore
Growing a business email list requires a multi-faceted approach of conventional and innovative ways. Traditional techniques like website pop-ups, lead magnets, and social media promotions remain effective, while unique strategies such as interactive quizzes, and gamified loyalty programs can get you noticed. If you want to stand out, try a few of these options.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #chamber #smallbusiness #email #subscribers # growth #local
Business Workshop: SEO 101: Get Ranked without the Headache
We wrap up our October series with your biggest business seller, your website. Jaclyn is an expert on SEO and she will break down the terminology and fundamental strategies so you can get your business SEEN by your audience. Let's grab those leads!
Click the link in our bio to register.
No cost to chamber members.
$10 for non members/guests
Registration required.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #businesssupport #localbusiness #businesstips #workshops
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #business #shoplocal #smallbusiness #community #support #invest
Whether you are a retailer or an online business owner, the holidays can mean a spike in sales. Woohoo!
Many retailers see 20-30% of annual sales in November and December 🎉 For online business owners it can be up to 40% or more! It’s time for you to get your piece of the pie.
Join us for our next Business Workshop: Holiday Marketing Prep: Strategies for Small Businesses
Join us for a practical, no-nonsense workshop designed to help small business owners plan and execute holiday promotions—without the stress and last-minute panic. Whether it’s an e-mail campaign, collaboration, event, or social media promotion, the time to get started is now!
We will spend time mapping out your holiday promotional plan and collaborating with peers to get realtime feedback on your offers.
No cost for chamber members.
Non-members/guests $10
Space is limited.
Click the link in our bio to register.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #businessworkshop #marketing #holidayseason #businessstrategy
2025 Chamber Vision Survey
We want to hear from YOU!
Whether you are a chamber member or not; own a business, or work for a local company; if you have vested interest about the business community on Mercer Island and beyond, we want to hear from you.
As we plan our 2025 programing, we want to make sure we are providing valuable resources and opportunities for you to grow your business and professional network.
Click the link in our bio to take the survey by October 11th.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #vision #strategy #businessgrowth #supportinglocal
#inspiration #motivation #smallbusiness #mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #business #shoplocal
It's Friday and Mercer Island's restaurant scene is hot! 🔥
Whether you're looking for pizza, wings, steak, smash burger, or more our local restaurants have you covered!
And if you are looking for that exceptional craft cocktail, beer, or glass of wine to go with dinner there is no shortage of options there either.
Check out one of the new restaurants, Allister or Crawlspace Gastropub, or one of the island's corner stone restaurants, Pogacha or Mioposto. If you're looking for a night in then Sahara Pizza has you covered.
While you're at it make reservations for Saturday or Sunday BRUNCH! That's right Allister, Pogacha, Mioposto, and Crawlspace Gastropub (Sunday's only for now) serve brunch!
#shoplocal #dinelocal #mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #letseat #dinner #brunch #pizza #craftcocktails #burgers #wine #Korean #american #italian
Member Feature
Island Books is an independent bookstore that has been on Mercer Island. for over 45 years. On top of having a wide selection of books, they also sell cards, gifts, games, toys, and locally-made chocolates. They even wrap presents with a bow and ship them anywhere in the United States. Island Books also hosts a variety of events. From weekly morning storybook corners, monthly PJ story times, book fairs, monthly book clubs, to author events, and more. Most importantly, they develop close relationships with their customers to create a cozy and welcoming environment for people of all ages and interests!
Visit the chamber member directory on the website to learn more about Island Books and their services.
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #business #memberfeature #islandbooks #localbusiness #books #bookstore
Whether you are a retailer or an online business owner, the holidays can mean a spike in sales. Woohoo!
Many retailers see 20-30% of annual sales in November and December 🎉 For online business owners it can be up to 40% or more! It’s time for you to get your piece of the pie.
Join us for our next Business Workshop: Holiday Marketing Prep: Strategies for Small Businesses
Join us for a practical, no-nonsense workshop designed to help small business owners plan and execute holiday promotions—without the stress and last-minute panic. Whether it’s an e-mail campaign, collaboration, event, or social media promotion, the time to get started is now!
We will spend time mapping out your holiday promotional plan and collaborating with peers to get realtime feedback on your offers.
No cost for chamber members.
Non-members/guests $10
Space is limited.
Click the link in our bio to register.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #businessworkshop #marketing #holidayseason #businessstrategy
2025 Chamber Vision Survey
We want to hear from YOU!
Whether you are a chamber member or not; own a business, or work for a local company; if you have vested interest about the business community on Mercer Island and beyond, we want to hear from you.
As we plan our 2025 programing, we want to make sure we are providing valuable resources and opportunities for you to grow your business and professional network.
Click the link in our bio to take the survey by October 11th.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #vision #strategy #businessgrowth #supportinglocal
Supporting small businesses in your community has a greater impact for the community at large than just the businesses you support.
Why it matters
* When you buy local, significantly more of that money stays in the community.
*59.3% of local, independent makers say they occasionally or usually use recycled materials, and 7% say they always use these materials.
*Local businesses give a community its flavor.
"Choosing to support an independent business is an act of respect; it’s acknowledging the tremendous risk and challenges inherent to starting your own thing.”
-Matt Kliegman (co-founder - The Smile, The Smile To Go, Black Seed Bagels)
#supportlocal #shoplocal #mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #bettercommunity #local #uniquecommunity #together #seattlelocal #quotes
At the most basic level, the goal is to get people on your email list who want to stay in contact with you. From a business perspective, most people join an email list because they are hoping for discounts or special deals. These methods, offer tried and true ways to get more subscribers.
title page: Methods to grow your business email list.
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #smallbusiness #business #local #email #businessemail #growth
#inspiration #motivation #mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #dreams #workhard #challenges #smallbusiness #quotes
Looking Ahead
We have curated a stellar line up to get your business ready for Q4. You don't want to miss these workshops.
Wednesday, October 2nd
Social Media Video Domination: Techniques for Business Growth
Michael with Praised Media is bringing years of expertise on techniques for growing your business with social media. If your social media, especially videos, are done in house you do not want to miss this class.
Wednesday, October 9th
Holiday Marketing Prep: Strategies for Small Business
Holidays are coming up fast and making sure your marketing game is on point to secure the most out of the year end, can feel overwhelming. Well, we are bringing in Claire Raphael with Claire Raphael Consulting to help you strategize your game plan, so you do not have to do it alone.
Wednesday, October 16th
SEO 101: Get Ranked without the Headache
We wrap up our October series with your biggest business seller, your website. Jaclyn is an expert on SEO and she will break down the terminology and fundamental strategies so you can get your business SEEN by your audience. Let's grab those leads!
You don't want to miss these workshops.
Click the link in our bio to get registered.
No cost to Chamber members
$10-$15 for guests
Space is limited.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #businessgrowth #smallbusinesssupport #growtogether #seattlebusinesses #workshops
Last Chance! Don't miss our next After Hours event and a chance to meet Aegis Living- Mercer Island's new Marketing Director.
Whether you're looking to grow your network for referrals, peer connections, or a fun outing with other businesses professionals, the Business After Hours is that connection piece for just that!
Join us Thursday, September 26th from 5:00pm-6:30pm at Aegis Living-Mercer Island for drinks and lite bites.
After Hours is free and open to both members and guests, but with limited space so make sure you register.
Click the link in our bio to register today.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #networking #businessgrowth #referrals #growyournetwork #connections
This week on the Chamber Blog:
10 Unique Ways to Get More Email Subscribers (plus 19 tried and true methods)
If you’re like most businesspeople, finding ways to get names on your emailing list can be exhausting. We all want tons of fans and followers. There’s value behind a list of people who are interested in what you offer. Most businesses start their list with people they know. But if you want to turn your email list into marketing gold, you need to get strangers (who will become potential customers) interested in you. That’s no easy task.
It’s the kind of activity that most of us avoid because the thought of it seems so overwhelming.
The Basics of Building an Email List
At the most basic level, your goal is to get people on your email list who want to stay in contact with you. From a business perspective, most people join an email list because they are hoping for discounts or special deals.
Here's a list of conventional methods to grow your business email list:
Click the link in our bio to continue reading!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #blogpost #businesstips #emailmarketing #growth #customers
Social Media Video Domination: Techniques for Business Growth
It's 2024 and it's as crucial as ever for your business to standout online! Dive into the latest trends, strategies, and tools to elevate your brand's presence. Learn to craft compelling content that captivates audiences and drives results. From storytelling to optimization techniques, we'll cover it all. Led by Praised Media CEO Michael Hudson and his team - they will lead an immersive experience designed to supercharge your social media game!. Reserve your spot now and take your business to new heights through the magic of video!
Every attendee will receive:
- FREE resources and templates to use to elevate your video content for your business
- One (1) fully filmed and edited video by Praised Media to post on your Social Media channel(s)
Michael is a seasoned veteran in the world of video media, with over a decade of experience in the industry. Beginning his journey as an actor in Hollywood, he quickly made a name for himself and was a part of numerous productions. However, he wasn’t content with just being in front of the camera. He wanted to make an impact behind the scenes as well. And so, he made a successful transition into the business and marketing worlds. Today, he’s the driving force behind Praised Media, where he’s on a mission to elevate Business Brands with his expertise in video. He relishes working with diverse Business Owners and their Marketing Teams across the country, empowering them to achieve their goals and boost their leads and revenue.
www.praisedmedia.com
No cost to chamber members
Non-members/guests $15
Payment must be made prior to attending the class.
Space is limited.
Click the link in our bio to register.
#mercerislandchamber #mercerisland #socialmedia #growth #smallbusiness #supportlocal #businessworkshops #growyourbusiness
Whether you're looking to grow your network for referrals, peer connections, or a fun outing with other businesses professionals, the Business After Hours is that connection piece for just that!
Join us Thursday, September 26th from 5:00pm-6:30pm at Aegis Living-Mercer Island for drinks and lite bites.
After Hours is free and open to both members and guests, but with limited space so make sure you register.
Click the link in our bio to register today.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #networking #businessgrowth #referrals #growyournetwork #connections
👋 Hello there!
We have a lot of new faces around here so we wanted to take a moment to introduce ourselves and let you know what to expect from us, your Mercer Island Chamber.
If I had a dollar for every person who said "what is a chamber of commerce", well I would retire! In all fairness chamber of commerce's were famous back in our grandparent's day. If you needed a reputable business you called, went online, or found the chamber directory, and that still rings true today. If you were visiting a town or wanted to know the best restaurants, you often visited or called the local chamber. Chambers have played many roles throughout the years in different communities, but still true today; Chambers are made up of businesses, industries, organizations, and professionals who believe in bettering the local economic, civic, and cultural climate in a community. That is what Mercer Island Chamber is.
We accomplish that with events, member meetings, networking opportunities, advocating for businesses at the city and state level, and much more.
And while you may not be here because you are a business owner or work in a business on Mercer Island, you are probably here because you want to know what is happening around Mercer Island and beyond in the business world. Whether new openings, fun events, or great sales, we also strive to make sure you know what local businesses are up to.
We are glad you are here, and can't wait to know you better.
~Jen, CEO
Leave us a wave in comments 👋👋
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #seattle #eastside #business #supportlocal #shoplocal #businessgrowth #latestupdates #businessupport #community
Women's Day Out
Sunday, October 20th
10am-2pm
Mercer Island Community Center
Fitness, Wellness, Shopping, Self-Care, Treats, Photo Fun, Classes, and more!
Join us for all things fun and YOU!
From health and fitness, to home goods, clothing, to service business that focus on women. We have curated a one stop shop.
So grab your friends and make it a girls day out.
While the day is geared toward women, ALL are welcome! Grab the partner, kids, any of your friends, just come have fun.
Swipe to the end for a special discount code.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #health #wellness #financialwellness #women #female #communityevent #together
Member Feature
Gallagher Co. Construction has been building and remodeling homes on Mercer Island and neighboring communities since 2005. They have a depth of experience not only in residential, but in complex commercial construction projects.
Meet Tom Gallagher. He began his construction career 32 years ago and is now the owner & project manager. He has worked on many types of projects including; hotels, office buildings, high rise residential, single family residential, parking structures, industrial and high-tech facilities.
Visit the chamber member directory on the website to learn more about Gallagher Co. Construction and their services.
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #business #construction #building #remodeling
Whether you're looking to grow your network for referrals, peer connections, or a fun outing with other businesses professionals, the Business After Hours is the connection piece for just that!
Join us Thursday, September 26th from 5:00pm-6:30pm at Aegis Living-Mercer Island for drinks and lite bites.
After Hours is free and open to both members and guests, but with limited space so make sure you register.
Click the link in our bio to register today.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #networking #businessgrowth #referrals #growyournetwork #connections
#inspiration #motivation #mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #smallbusiness #business # success #keepgoing
You don't want to miss our fall lineup of Business Workshops!
We kick off the series this week with Erin from Upkeeping as we host our next Business Workshop: Financial Cents-Getting the Most Out of Your Bookkeeping.
Are you a small business owner who also handles your own bookkeeping? Or maybe an entrepreneur who handles your own accounting. We have a workshop for you.
Join us this Wednesday, September 18th.
Workshop participants will be given practical tips on how to properly track financial performance, stay in compliance, and ensure long-term business success.
Participants will also have time to ask questions from an expert about their specific business.
Wednesday, September 18th
6-7:30pm
No cost to members
$10 for guests
Registration required
Click the link in our bio to register.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #businesstips #workshops #financialtips #smallbusiness
Did you catch the latest on the Chamber blog?
Strategies to Identify and Reach Your Target Customers
"Social media is becoming more and more frustrating, right? If you have used it to connect with your audience for ten years or so, you undoubtedly have seen crazy changes in your reach. If you’re new to the social media for business scene, reaching 2% of your audience probably feels pretty normal.
But if you’re not reaching your audience, how are they going to know who you are and all the wonderful things your business can bring them?
When it comes to building a loyal following, there are several things you can do. Ultimately, reach is still dependent on the platform’s algorithm, but every social media channel claims to respond to value. To reach more people, you need them to see you as providing valuable content they want to interact with. Here’s how you can start doing that."
Click the link in our bio to continue reading.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #blog #smallbusiness #strategies #customers #boostbusiness #business
If you don’t file your business taxes on time and become delinquent, you may face fines, penalties, and back taxes, so it’s important to know when they are due. Here are some of the most important business tax due dates for the remainder of the year:
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #chamber #taxes #endoftheyear #finance #business #local
We can’t believe it has been almost week since Art Uncorked. 🍷🎨
It was a beautiful day with an amazing selection of wines, art, food and music. 🌮🍤🍷🎨
And that photo backdrop of balloons made to look like a vine! 😱😍
We had so much fun and hope you did too.
What was your favorite part?
📸: @harringtonvisuals
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #letsparty #community #art #wine #events
Today is the National Day of Encouragement!
“Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day.” —Dalai Lama
Start your day off with a positive mindset and encourage others to do the same! Give someone a compliment, spread positivity to those around you. Remind yourself that you are doing great!
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #national #encouragement #encourage #motivation
Just in time before the holidays, a financial check up workshop for your business.
Join us Wednesday, September 18th with Erin from Upkeeping as we host our next Business Workshop: Financial Cents-Getting the Most Out of Your Bookkeeping.
Workshop participants will be given practical tips on how to properly track financial performance, stay in compliance, and ensure long-term business success.
Participants will also have time to ask questions from an expert about their specific business.
Wednesday, September 18th
6-7:30pm
No cost to members
$10 for guests
Registration required
Click the link in our bio to register.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #businesstips #workshops #financialtips #smallbusiness
#inspiration #motivation #quotes #success #hardwork #mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber
Last call for registration!
Join us for our next Coffee & Conversations event with guests Sound Transit.
Hear from representatives on updates with light rail, as well as other projects Sound Transit has going on in the area.
These events aim to connect local and regional leaders with business leaders and provide an environment for meaningful conversations around topics of concern for the Mercer Island business community.
Sound Transit Representatives
Wednesday, September 11th
10:00am-11:00am
Mercer Island Community & Events Center
Click the link in our bio to register.
Registration is required as space is limited.
Coffee and snacks provided.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #communitytalks #soundtransit #conversations #smallbusiness
Last day to get your Art Uncorked tickets before prices increase at midnight!
Art, wine, food, music, and fun, what more could you ask for!
📅Saturday, September 7th
⏲️3:00pm-7:00pm
🎟️$35 Advanced/ $10 Art Patron Ticket (no tasting tickets with this option)
🍷22+ wineries/brewery
🧑🎨14+ artisans
🍲food trucks
🎯games
🎶music
📸photobooth
and more!
Prices increase the day of the event.
Click the link in our bio to get yours.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #chamberevent #communityevent #wine #winelovers #art #music
#chardonnay #whitewine #winetime #winery
#gallery #friends
Last day to register!
Lightning-fast networking with 100 attendees from 5 chambers, how else would you want to spend a Friday morning!
Join us for the 5 Chamber Networking Breakfast on Friday, September 13th at Hilton Garden Inn Issaquah from 7:30am-9:00am.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast while you grow your professional network.
$40 member rate
$55 non-member rate
Click the link in our bio to register.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #networking #eastsidenetworking #chambers #businessgrowth #growyournetwork
Member Feature
JayMarc Homes was formed in 2010 by life-long friends and business partners of nearly 30 years, Jay Mezistrano and Marc Rousso. Based in Mercer Island, Washington, JayMarc Homes is a boutique building firm that builds luxury presale, move-in ready and custom homes in the Greater Seattle, Mercer Island and Eastside areas. They have a passion and common goal of creating an exceptional experience for their customers and building partners that inspired the company tagline of “Love Where You Live”.
Visit the chamber member directory on the website to learn more about JayMarc Homes and their services.
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #home #buildingfirm #custombuilds #jaymarchomes #business #memberfeature
Art, wine, food, music, and fun, what more could you ask for!
What are you waiting for, grab those Art Uncorked tickets today.
📅Saturday, September 7th
⏲️3:00pm-7:00pm
🎟️$35 Advanced/ $10 Art Patron Ticket (no tasting tickets with this option)
🍷22+ wineries/brewery
🧑🎨14+ artisans
🍲food trucks
🎯games
🎶music
📸photobooth
and more!
Prices increase the day of the event.
Click the link in our bio to get yours.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #chamberevent #communityevent #wine #winelovers #art #music
#chardonnay #whitewine #winetime #winery
#gallery #friends
Join us for our next Coffee & Conversations event with guests Sound Transit.
Hear from representatives on updates with light rail, as well as other projects Sound Transit has going on in the area.
These events aim to connect local and regional leaders with business leaders and provide an environment for meaningful conversations around topics of concern for the Mercer Island business community.
Sound Transit Representatives
Wednesday, September 11th
10:00am-11:00am
Mercer Island Community & Events Center
Click the link in our bio to register.
Registration is required as space is limited.
Coffee and snacks provided.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #communitytalks #soundtransit #conversations #smallbusiness
Try one of these tools today!
#mercerislandchamber #mercerisland #chamber #business #local #smallbusiness #aitools #grantapplication #streamline
Stay informed with the most current information on business developments, resources, and upcoming events by joining our chamber newsletter.
Additionally, we provide a Friday newsletter that delivers event details, member news, and exclusive offers directly to your email.
Visit the link in our bio to register today!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #newsletter #events #busienssresources #smallbusinesstips #networking
Art, wine, food, music, and fun, what more could you ask for!
What are you waiting for, grab those Art Uncorked tickets today.
📅Saturday, September 7th
⏲️3:00pm-7:00pm
🎟️$35 Advanced/ $10 Art Patron Ticket (no tasting tickets with this option)
🍷22+ wineries/brewery
🧑🎨14+ artisans
🍲food trucks
🎯games
🎶music
📸photobooth
and more!
Prices increase the day of the event.
Click the link in our bio to get yours.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #chamberevent #communityevent #wine #winelovers #art #music
#chardonnay #whitewine #winetime #winery
#gallery #friends
Schools back in session and that means the holidays will soon be upon us!
Are you looking for holiday help?
Maybe needing to replace your college employee who just left?
Chamber members can post job openings on the chamber website, which also links to the Eastside Job Board. One posting, double the reach!
Login into your member profile and upload everything with ease.
Not a member but looking for help, let's talk!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #jobseeker #memberbenefits #eastsidejobs #nowhiring #chamber
One of the many reasons Mercer Island is such a desirable place to live, or visit is the unique array of art, history, and people who live here.
That is why we are thrilled to bring this brand-new collaborative event experience Arts on the Island!
4 days of music, art, wine and fun and it all starts in just 1 week!
Thursday, September 5th- Join Mosaic MI for an Open Mic Night at Aljoya beginning at 6:30pm
Friday, September 6th-Stroll through Town Center for Frist Friday Art Walk. Enjoy local businesses, artists, music, and meet new friends.
Saturday, September 7th - 10th Annual Art Uncorked! This 21+ up event brings Washington's wineries, breweries, artist and more to Mercer Island Town Center.
Sunday, September 8th- Arts at the Farmers Market featuring Urban Sketcher Steven Reddy. Stop by the booth to see Steven in action.
Visit the chamber website to learn more about Arts on the Island weekend.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #artsontheisland #arts #events #pnwevents #community #artwalk #wine #music
Are you a small business owner who also handles your own bookkeeping? Or maybe an entrepreneur who handles your own accounting. We have a workshop for you.
Join us Wednesday, September 18th with Erin from Upkeeping as we host our next Business Workshop: Financial Cents-Getting the Most Out of Your Bookkeeping.
Workshop participants will be given practical tips on how to properly track financial performance, stay in compliance, and ensure long-term business success.
Participants will also have time to ask questions from an expert about their specific business.
Wednesday, September 18th
6-7:30pm
No cost to members
$10 for guests
Registration required
Click the link in our bio to register.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #businesstips #workshops #financialtips #smallbusiness
Art, wine, food, music, and fun, what more could you ask for!
What are you waiting for, grab those Art Uncorked tickets today.
📅Saturday, September 7th
⏲️3:00pm-7:00pm
🎟️$35 Advanced/ $10 Art Patron Ticket (no tasting tickets with this option)
🍷22+ wineries/brewery
🧑🎨14+ artisans
🍲food trucks
🎯games
🎶music
📸photobooth
and more!
Prices increase the day of the event.
Click the link in our bio to get yours.
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#chardonnay #whitewine #winetime #winery
#gallery #friends
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The countdown is on to Art Uncorked, and it looks like the sun will return just in time to enjoy one more summertime bash with friends.
So grab your family and friends and come out for wine, art, food, and fun!
🍷22+ wineries/brewery
🧑🎨14+ artisans
🍲food trucks
🎯games
🎶music
📸photobooth
and more!
📅Saturday, September 7th
⏲️3:00pm-7:00pm
🎟️$35 Advanced/ $10 Art Patron Ticket (no tasting tickets with this option)
Don't wait to get your tickets, prices increase the day of the event.
Click the link in our bio to get yours.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #chamberevent #communityevent #wine #winelovers #art #music
#chardonnay #whitewine #winetime #winery
#gallery #friends
Join us for our next Coffee & Conversations event with guests Sound Transit.
Hear from representatives on updates with light rail, as well as other projects Sound Transit has going on in the area.
These events aim to connect local and regional leaders with business leaders and provide an environment for meaningful conversations around topics of concern for the Mercer Island business community.
Sound Transit Representatives
Wednesday, September 11th
10:00am-11:00am
Mercer Island Community & Events Center
Click the link in our bio to register.
Registration is required as space is limited.
Coffee and snacks provided.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #communitytalks #soundtransit #conversations #smallbusiness
Just two weeks out from our biggest event of the year!
Art Uncorked would not be possible without the support of business partners who believe in the power of community through gathering for events like ours.
Remember when you shop local, you support businesses who support YOUR COMMUNITY!
Thank you to our partners and sponsors!
Partners:
Seattle Uncorked
MIVAL
Title Sponsor:
The Mercer
Event Sponsors:
Engel & Völkers
Belle Harbour
Island Books
Gallagher Co
John L Scott
Island House
King Insurance
YogaSix
Pogacha
Puget Sound Energy
Aegis Living Mercer Island
Stroum Jewish Community Center
Stretch Lab Mercer Island
Don’t have your tickets yet? Head to the link in our bio. Don’t wait as we expect another sold out event.
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#winelover #food #winelovers #winery
#painting #artgallery
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #smallbusiness #inspiration #motivation #success #mindset #passion
This week on the chamber blog:
In marketing, it’s important to stay curious and notice what attracts your attention and what misses the mark. There’s a ton to be learned from all that spam.
The 5 Most Common Mistakes of Email Marketers
We've compiled a list of the most common things seen across industries. How many of these common mistakes are you making in your business emails?
Head over to the link in our bio to continue reading.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #blog #businessblog #businesstips #supportlocal #smallbusiness #marketing
Are you a small business owner who also handles your own bookkeeping? Or maybe an entrepreneur who handles your own accounting. We have a workshop for you.
Join us Wednesday, September 18th with Erin from Upkeeping as we host our next Business Workshop: Financial Cents-Getting the Most Out of Your Bookkeeping.
Workshop participants will be given practical tips on how to properly track financial performance, stay in compliance, and ensure long-term business success.
Participants will also have time to ask questions from an expert about their specific business.
Wednesday, September 18th
6-7:30pm
No cost to members
$10 for guests
Registration required
Click the link in our bio to register.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #businesstips #workshops #financialtips #smallbusiness
Do you have your tickets yet??
Beautiful art, Washington’s best wines, soul filling music, food trucks, games, and photo ops!
What more could you ask for?!
2024 Mercer Island Art Uncorked!
🗓️ Saturday, September 7th
🕟 3:00-7:00pm
📍Town Center Mercer Island/ Greta Hackett Sculpture Park
🎟️ $35 in advance (includes 10 tasting tickets)
Grab your friends and come shop, sip, and dance the day away on picturesque Mercer Island.
Click the link in our bio to get you tickets!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #wine #events #music #art #fun #seattleevents #rosé #jazz #foodtruck #wineenthusiast #winetasting #winelover #seattleevents #fallevents
Lightning-fast networking with 100 attendees from 5 chambers, how else would you want to spend a Friday morning!
Join us for the 5 Chamber Networking Breakfast on Friday, September 13th at Hilton Garden Inn Issaquah from 7:30am-9:00am.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast while you grow your professional network.
$40 member rate
$55 non-member rate
Click the link in our bio to register.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #networking #eastsidenetworking #chambers #businessgrowth #growyournetwork
Some inspiration for today, keep pushing through!
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #smallbusiness #motivation #inspiration #mindset
We are thrilled to be partnering with the city of Mercer Island and Bloodworks Northwest for another community blood drive on Monday, August 26th.
Did you know 63% of Americans are eligible to donate, yet only 3% actually donate? Let’s get that 3% up! Book an appointment with @bloodworksnw today and save a life.
Click the link in our bio to schedule your appointment
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #bloodworks #blooddonation #savelives
Join us for our next Coffee & Conversations event with guests Sound Transit.
Hear from representatives on updates with light rail, as well as other projects Sound Transit has going on in the area.
These events aim to connect local and regional leaders with business leaders and provide an environment for meaningful conversations around topics of concern for the Mercer Island business community.
Sound Transit Representatives
Wednesday, September 11th
10:00am-11:00am
Mercer Island Community & Events Center
Click the link in our bio to register.
Registration is required as space is limited.
Coffee and snacks provided.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #communitytalks #soundtransit #conversations #smallbusiness
Good Morning!
As you start the day, keep these thoughts in your mind!
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #smallbusiness #inspiration #motivation #maketodaygreat
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #smallbusiness #inspiration #motivation #quotes #mindset #beintentional #makeitcount #success
Your business’s website helps you attract and convert the right customers to your business.
Here are six elements every business website should have.
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #business #smallbusiness #website #businesstips
Beautiful art, Washington’s best wines, soul filling music, food trucks, games, and photo ops!
What more could you ask for?!
2024 Mercer Island Art Uncorked!
🗓️ Saturday, September 7th
🕟 3:00-7:00pm
📍Town Center Mercer Island/ Greta Hackett Sculpture Park
🎟️ $35 in advance (includes 10 tasting tickets)
Grab your friends and come shop, sip, and dance the day away on picturesque Mercer Island.
Click the link in our bio to get you tickets!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #wine #events #music #art #fun #seattleevents #rosé #jazz #foodtruck #wineenthusiast
Beautiful art, Washington’s best wines, soul filling music, food trucks, games, and photo ops!
What more could you ask for?!
2024 Mercer Island Art Uncorked!
🗓️ Saturday, September 7th
🕟 3:00-7:00pm
📍Town Center Mercer Island/ Greta Hackett Sculpture Park
🎟️ $35 in advance (includes 10 tasting tickets)
Grab your friends and come shop, sip, and dance the day away on picturesque Mercer Island.
Click the link in our bio to get you tickets!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #wine #events #music #art #fun #seattleevents #rosé #jazz #foodtruck #wineenthusiast
We are thrilled to be partnering with the city of Mercer Island and Bloodworks Northwest for another community blood drive on Monday, August 26th.
Did you know 63% of Americans are eligible to donate, yet only 3% actually donate? Let’s get that 3% up! Book an appointment with @bloodworksnw today and save a life.
Click the link in our bio to schedule your appointment
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #bloodworks #blooddonation #savelives
We just want to give a big shoutout to our awesome community sponsors who made it possible for us to put together the amazing 2024 Art Uncorked event. We can't thank them enough for their support!
THANK YOU!
Are you joining us for Art Uncorked? Click the ticket link in our bio to grab your ticket today!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #wine #art #music #events #seattleevent #rose #communitysupport #jazzmusic #foodtrucks
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #smallbusiness #mindset #quotes #inspiration #motivation #workingtogether #teamwork #success
One of the many reasons Mercer Island is such a desirable place to live, or visit is the unique array of art, history, and people who live here.
That is why we are thrilled to bring this brand new collaborative event experience Arts on the Island!
4 days of music, art, wine and fun!
Thursday, September 5th- Join Mosaic MI for an Open Mic Night at Aljoya beginning at 6:30pm
Friday, September 6th-Stroll through Town Center for Frist Friday Art Walk. Enjoy local businesses, artists, music, and meet new friends.
Saturday, September 7th - 10th Annual Art Uncorked! This 21+ up event brings Washington's wineries, breweries, artist and more to Mercer Island Town Center.
Sunday, September 8th- Arts at the Farmers Market featuring Urban Sketcher Steven Reddy. Stop by the booth to see Steven in action.
Visit the chamber website to learn more about Arts on the Island weekend.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #artsontheisland #arts #events #pnwevents #community #artwalk #wine #music
Home and product or service pages are must-haves for businesses. For multi-page sites, each component opens on a separate page, whereas a single-page site takes visitors to the appropriate section. However, additional information can improve your search engine optimization (SEO) efforts, enhance customer experiences, and reduce operational costs.
Prioritize your approach by understanding your business website’s purpose. Identify goals and determine how adding website content supports those objectives. For instance, blog posts support your SEO cross-linking strategy, which increases site visibility and educates readers. Accessible shipping and return policies alleviate administrative and operational burdens.
#mercerisland #chamber #business #mercerislandchamber #smallbusiness #pageideas #website #webdesign #businesstips
Beautiful art, Washington’s best wines, soul filling music, food trucks, games, and photo ops!
What more could you ask for?!
2024 Mercer Island Art Uncorked!
🗓️ Saturday, September 7th
🕟 3:00-7:00pm
📍Town Center Mercer Island/ Greta Hackett Sculpture Park
🎟️ $35 in advance (includes 10 tasting tickets)
Grab your friends and come shop, sip, and dance the day away on picturesque Mercer Island.
Click the link in our bio to get you tickets!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #wine #events #music #art #fun #seattleevents #rosé #jazz #foodtruck #wineenthusiast
Shop local this Sunday!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #smallbusiness #shoplocal
We are thrilled to announce ticket sales are open for 2024 Art Uncorked.
Enjoy artisan booths, music, games, fun photo opportunities, wine, food trucks, and more at this 21+ event.
General Admission tickets are $45 and include 10 tasting tickets. Tasting tickets are good for wine, beer, or cider tastings from local Washington establishments.
Not a drinker, but enjoy art? We have you covered; $10 tickets get you in the door to enjoy everything the event has to offer aside from alcohol.
Click the link in our bio to get your tickets today!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #communityevent #wine #art #event #music #food #jazzmusic #winetasting
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #smallbusiness #inspiration #quotes #mindset #motivation #takerisks #success
What is a chamber?
Mercer Island Chamber is a collaborative network of local businesses, industries, organizations, and professionals who come together to enhance the economic, civic, and cultural environment in the community by sharing resources and expertise.
Join us today to partner in building a stronger Mercer Island community.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #chamber #buildingcommunity #buildingbusiness #support #advocacy #development
If you’re considering dynamic pricing for your small business, here are some of the pros and cons of this pricing strategy!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #chamber #smallbusiness #dynamicpricing #pricingstrategy #prosandcons #businesstips
This week on the chamber blog,
Fast-Track Trust: How to Win Customers Quickly
Trust is the cornerstone of customer relationships, driving sales and fostering loyalty. Yet, building that trust swiftly, especially in a competitive landscape filled with countless options for consumers, can be hard. Establishing credibility and rapport takes time and effort. (It’s the one thing you can’t buy at Costco.) But strategic actions can accelerate trust building. By focusing on transparency, communication, and consistently exceeding expectations, you can cultivate trust quickly and effectively. If you want to build trust with current and potential customers, check out these important values.
Click the link in the bio to continue reading.
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #chamber #blog #smallbusiness #smallbusinesstips
#chamber #mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #smallbusiness #inspiration #motivation #mindset #beyourself #confidence
Prioritizing employee health and wellness can improve engagement, enhance productivity, and increase retention. It also shows your care and appreciation for them!
#mercerisland #chamber #mercerislandchamber #smallbusiness #businesstips #wellness #health #employeebenefits
SUMMER CELEBRATION 2024
This past weekend was filled with games, live music, and food trucks! We started off Saturday with a community parade and ended with a stunning sunset followed by a spectacular fireworks show. Summer vibes are on!
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See you soon!
Stop by the Chamber booth at Summer Celebration today between 10:30am-4:00pm!
Learn more about the chamber, Mercer Island businesses, and upcoming events, including Art Uncorked.
See you Saturday!
#mercerisland #mercerislandchamber #summerfun #letscelebrate #communityevents #communitymatters