#FlashbackFriday

 



Yes, that is actually me, circa 1981 as I was emceeing the show at the Grandstand during the Fair. For 13 years it was my honor to serve on the Clark County Fair Board of Directors. That was a time when we saw the Fair move from 6 days to 10 days and when structure was built for the horses and crowds, bringing in some of the largest Country and Pop music acts of the day. During this time, the likes of Johnny Cash, Charlie Pride and Charlie Daniels packed the grandstands. Of course, I should also mention how populated the barns were, full of 4-H and FFA projects as well as commercial herds providing Clark County residents a true County Fair experience. 

While there is no Fair this year, the Fair Board has created a “Best Of” weekend to celebrate virtually the fun, thrills and excitement of past fairs. Take a trot down memory lane by visiting ClarkCoFair.com. I am hopeful that next year this time we will be able to meet together once again and share great times in the sun. For those of you missing your fair-favorite grub, I found a great resource for you and your loved ones to make at-home corn dogs, turkey legs, and even elephant ears! 

 

 
Only One Week Left to Nominate Your Business! 

The 2020 Business & Leadership Awards Livestream event, presented by Port of Vancouver USA is on September 22, and we need your help: Nominate businesses and individuals who have overcome incredible challenges and shown growth during this unique time, and even throughout the past year. View the list of last year’s winners here, and once you have a business or individual in mind, you can nominate them, here. 

The categories being recognized at the Business & Leadership Awards include: 

•  John S. McKibbin Leadership Legacy Award (Individual)  
          Sponsored by Riverview Community Bank  
 
• Statesperson of the Year Award (Individual)  
  
• Community Champion Award (Business or Individual)  
          Sponsored by PeaceHealth  
 
• Start-Up To Watch (Business)  
 
• Small Business of the Year Award (Business)  
          Sponsored by HAPO Community Credit Union  
 
• Large Business of the Year Award (Business)  
          Sponsored by Perkins & Co. 


Thank you to: Presenting Sponsor, Port of Vancouver USA; Supporting Sponsor, PeaceHealth; Media Sponsor, The Columbian; Awards Sponsors, Riverview Community Bank, PeaceHealth, HAPO Community Credit Union, and Perkins & Co. 

 

 
Stay Safe With Thermal Thermometers 

We have a limited supply remaining of thermal no-touch thermometers, courtesy of the USDA and the Association of Washington Business. These thermometers are available for any business deemed essential during this time. These are perfect for keeping employees, customers, and vendors safe as we continue to stay safe and healthy through this viral pandemic. Contact us at yourchamber@vancouverusa.com if your essential business could use one. 

 

Supporting Your Chamber – Only Three Steps! 

When you think of supporting local and small businesses and organizations, does Your Chamber come to mind? We hope it does! The five-person team here at the Chamber works hard to assist in the connections made and resources needed to keep our local business economy thriving. As we have pivoted much of our programming to fill the need for more virtual-content, we hope you have noticed the efforts made behind the scenes. 

Need Feedback: If you have a moment, please leave us a review on Google! This will assist us in creating an open dialogue between our members, new members, and visitors. We hope with your authentic reviews, our membership base will grow allowing for more connections for you and for our community at large. 

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And with that, wishing you all a great weekend! 
 
John McDonagh 
President/CEO 
Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce 
VancouverUSA.com/BLA2020