Get Involved – Join a Committee!

Dan Austin

Co-Chair:  Dan Austin, Peel & Press
Co-Chair:  Dave Montoure, West 5

Define and advocate the Chamber’s position on state and local government’s legislative, regulatory and policy matters in the interest of our members.  Facilitate opportunities for members to have contact with their elected officials.  Inform and educate our members on issues that could potentially affect their interests. Committee meets 2nd Monday of the month.

Allen Chen

Lauren Burgon

Co-Chair:  Allen Chen, nFormat Tech
Co-Chair:  Lauren Burgon, Law Office of Lauren L Burgon 

Interested in meeting the membership?  The Ambassador Committee focuses on welcoming new members, supporting existing members, introducing them to the WSCC, communicating with current members to insure the Chamber remains relevant and following up on inquiries and bringing new members into the Chamber. Committee meets the Wednesday before all  scheduled After Hours.

Beth Percival

Chair:  Beth Percival, Edward Jones

Demonstrate your financial knowledge.  Provide oversight of the WSCC financial management and activities, review monthly financial activity, propose and monitor budget and advise the Board of Directors on financial matters.

Shannon Felix

Chair:  Shannon Felix, Avalon Glassworks

The success of the Chamber results in expanded visibility for membership.  The purpose of the Marketing Committee is to encourage membership through 1) Publicizing activities 2) Spotlighting accomplishments 3) Broadcasting value and 4) Increasing awareness of the Chamber. This year’s hot topics include revising our Social media program and our annual publication, “The Guide” and directing where the “Blue Shirt Team” will be seen next. Committee meets 3rd Wednesday of the month. Join us!

Debbie Kerns

Chair:  Debbie Kerns, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Real Estate

Work with a great team that produces well-attended revenue generating events each year which give our members the opportunity to network, promote themselves and make connections. Committee meets 2nd Wednesday of the month. Join the fun!

Co-Chair: Amy Lee Derenthal, Senior Center of West Seattle
Co-Chair: Abby Fisher, White Center Glass

Help us build mutually beneficial, inclusive relationships with all business districts on the peninsula including south end business districts that will support and promote all businesses. Committee meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month.