Meet the Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce
The Yakima Valley is showcasing economic diversify and increasing its goods and services and joins economic vitality with the US Military Yakima Training Center, US Energy Hanford Site, the Yakama Indian Nation Reservation. The community boasts of a knowledgeable, committed civic leadership, cooperative city and county governments, a full cadre of economic development organizations, a business resource center, and a Chamber of Commerce committed to working closely with area businesses. Take advantage of the Yakima Valley’s affordable housing, time-saving commutes, skilled business community and knowledgeable civic leaders. And discover the Yakima Valley’s beauty, quality and diversity in its people, landscape, and products. The Yakima Valley is your place for success.
Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce Established in 1893, the Chamber has been serving the greater Yakima area for 115 years. The primary purpose is to focus and direct the resources of the business community to maintain and expand commerce in our region. The Chamber has over 1,000 business partners and is governed by a Board of Directors. The Professional Staff carry-out the program of work established by the Board of Directors. The mission of the Chamber is to enhance and preserve the present and future business climate and community improvement of the greater Yakima area by representing the entire cross section of the business community.
Central Washington Business Resource Center
Through collaborative efforts the Chamber established the Central Washington Business Resource Center. This full-service business resource facility offers services and programs; meeting and conference rooms; and is the business location for the following organizations: Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce, New Vision (Yakima County Development Association), Small Business Development Center, and SCORE.
The Chamber connects the business community and our K-16 education system in order to prepare the emerging, current, and transitional workforce to meet employer requirements now and in the future. In addition the Chamber addresses topics which are timely and helpful for a business owner, manager, and/or employee.
New Vision is a one-stop source for all the information and assistance that is available to local businesses: a network of government agencies, chambers of commerce, colleges and universities, and other important non-profit service providers.
The Small Business Development Center services include consultation regarding business plan development, financing and other management issues.
SCORE Counselors provide assistance to questions regarding business plan, financing options, marketing strategy, product development, and employer/employee relations.
www.yakima.org The Chamber website, presents members an opportunity to market their products and services. The web site features a ‘real time’ Membership Directory, Chamber and Community Calendar of Events.
Meet Our Board Members
Meet Our Professional Staff
Chamber Programs
Membership Directory
Calendar of Events
Yakima, Union Gap, Selah, Wenas Valley, Moxee, East Valley, Naches, Tieton, Cowiche, West Valley (including Wiley City and Tampico) are increasing in population to emerge as a significant urban area. The Central Valley (Wapato, Toppenish, White Swan, Zillah) and Lower Valley (Granger, Sunnyside, Grandview) are primarily agricultural areas. The Yakama Indian Nation estimated population is near 9,000 and the Yakima Training Center population is expected to increase.
The Yakima Valley is surrounded by numerous recreation areas namely Mt. Rainier National Park, Mt. Adams, Goat Rocks and William O. Douglas Wilderness; plus the Wenatchee National Forest, Yakima Scenic River, many lakes and streams as well as the Oak Creek, L.T. Murray, and Saddle Mountain Wildlife Areas; and the Hanford Reach National Monument. Discover the Yakima Valley’s beauty, quality and diversity in its people, landscape, and products. The Valley hosts many events and exhibits.