Burlington Chamber of Commerce

11/02/2026

November is here, and so is a new Business Over a Bite!

This month, we’re talking about Building an Inclusive Workforce: Disability Awareness, Employment & Employer Resources.

Join us for an informative conversation with Jeannine Chandler, Statewide Business Relations Manager with DSHS Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), along with special guest David Wilder, Advocacy Specialist with Chinook Enterprises.

We’ll explore practical resources available to employers, including recruiting and retaining employees with disabilities, reasonable accommodations, assistive technology, job coaching, supported employment, and more.

And yes... lunch is Olive Garden. 🍝

Thank you to our November Luncheon Supporters, Chinook Enterprises and April Patterson with Navy Vet Agent – Realty ONE Group!

Reserve your seat and lunch: https://bit.ly/NOV26REG

10/30/2026

🥊 Networking that packs a PUNCH!

Who says networking has to be boring?!

We're taking November's Multi-Chamber After Hours to Barron's Boxing in Burlington, and we're ready to make some connections!

Whether you're a familiar face at our events or someone who's been thinking about attending for the first time, THIS is your invitation!

🤝 Meet new people
🤝 Reconnect with familiar faces
🤝 Grow your professional circle

No boxing gloves required, just bring yourself, your business cards, and a little networking energy!

📅 Thursday, November 12
⏰ 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Barron's Boxing | Burlington
🎟️ FREE to attend!

Get the details:
https://go.burlington-chamber.com/MCAHNOV26

10/29/2026

Celebrate with us. Support with us. Be part of it. ✨

There are still opportunities for your business or organization to support the 2026 Burlington Chamber Awards of Excellence!

Supporters help make this signature celebration possible while joining us in recognizing the people and businesses doing incredible things throughout our community.

Interested?

📧 [email protected]
📞 360-757-0994

And if you haven’t purchased your tickets yet, don’t wait too long!

🎟️ https://go.burlington-chamber.com/AOE26Tix

November 19 will be here before we know it. 🌿🎭

10/29/2026

🎓 Thank You for Joining Us at our October Business Over a Bite: State of Education!

Thank you to everyone who attended our October 21 Business Over a Bite Membership Meeting! It was wonderful bringing together our business community, educators, and community partners for an engaging conversation about the future of education in Skagit County.

A special thank you to our luncheon supporters, Community Action and Cascades Job Corps College and Career Academy, for sharing the impressive work you're doing to serve individuals, families, and businesses throughout Skagit County. We appreciate your continued commitment to our community!

We also extend our sincere appreciation to our featured speakers:

📚 Dr. Chris Pearson, Superintendent of the Burlington-Edison School District, for sharing updates on our local schools, educational priorities, and the opportunities and challenges facing our students and educators.

🎓 Dave Paul, Interim Executive Director of Planning and Institutional Effectiveness at Skagit Valley College, for sharing insights into enrollment trends, student demographics, bachelor's degree programs, and the Northwest Education & Workforce Coalition.

Education and workforce development are essential to a thriving business community, and we're grateful for the partnerships that connect our schools, employers, and future workforce.

Thank you to our speakers, luncheon supporters, and everyone who joined us for another wonderful Business Over a Bite!

10/29/2026

✨ BIGGER REACH. BRIGHTER STOREFRONTS. STRONGER COMMUNITY! 🎄

Light Up Burlington is expanding across ALL of Burlington this holiday season, and we'd love to have your business be part of making the magic happen!

Our 3rd Annual Holiday Storefront Competition is more than festive decorations and twinkling lights. It's about bringing our community together, showcasing local businesses, and encouraging residents and visitors to SHOP LOCAL!

⭐ Sponsorship opportunities start at just $100, making it easy for businesses and organizations of all sizes to support this growing holiday tradition!

⏰ The clock is ticking! Sponsorship commitments are due NEXT FRIDAY, November 6!

Want to see how your business can get involved? Reach out to Charlsee "CeeCee" Parker. She'd love to share the opportunities with you!

📧 [email protected]
📞 360-757-0994

Explore the sponsorship opportunities:
https://go.burlington-chamber.com/LightUp26Sponsor

🎄 Know a business or organization that loves giving back to our community? Tag them below and help us spread the word!

Let's make Burlington shine brighter together!

10/28/2026

📢 Stay Informed, Burlington!

The City of Burlington has shared information about its proposed 2027 budget. We encourage our local businesses and community members to take a moment to review the proposal, ask questions, and stay engaged in the public budget process.

📖 Explore the 2027 Proposed Budget and Budget Book here: https://burlingtonwa.gov/1022/2027-Proposed-Budget

Let’s talk about Burlington’s 2027 proposed budget!

We know the budget process can bring up questions, and we want to make it easier for our community to stay informed and learn more about what’s being proposed.

The City’s budget process is open to the public, and budget information is available for everyone to review. We believe in keeping the process transparent and making it easy for community members to find information, ask questions, and stay involved.

Visit the City of Burlington's website to explore the 2027 Budget Book, learn more about the proposed budget, and submit any questions you may have. Have a question? We’d love to hear from you!

Learn more here: https://burlingtonwa.gov/1022/2027-Proposed-Budget

10/28/2026

What would a little extra exposure mean for your business?

When you join the Burlington Chamber of Commerce, one of the complimentary marketing bonuses you can choose is a HALF-PAGE AD in our monthly newsletter!

It's an opportunity to share your business, products, services, or upcoming promotions with our Chamber audience.

And the best part? You have up to 12 months after joining to use it!

Not interested in a newsletter ad? We have two other marketing bonuses you can choose from.

Reach out to Emily Johnson at [email protected] or 360-757-0994 to learn more about joining.

Already a member? We didn't forget about you, we have BOGO on our entire Marketing Menu! Contact [email protected] to explore your options.

10/28/2026

Tomorrow! There’s still time to register.

Join us virtually from 10–11 AM for Open Enrollment Made Clear: Health Coverage Options for Business Owners and Employees.

Marie Cooper with Washington Health Benefit Exchange will help attendees better understand open enrollment and available health coverage options.

💻 Virtual
🎟️ FREE for all!

Register today and the virtual link will be provided to registered guests prior to the session:

https://go.burlington-chamber.com/BESOpenEnrollment26

10/28/2026

What a great morning with WINGS! ☕️

Our October Women’s Networking Coffee Hour was filled with conversation, connection and plenty of opportunities to get to know one another a little better. We loved seeing familiar faces, welcoming new ones and watching conversations happen throughout the room.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the morning such a welcoming and encouraging space!

And if you missed October, we’d love to have you join us next month.

Our next WINGS Women’s Networking Coffee Hour is Wednesday, November 4!

This gathering is open to everyone, including Chamber members, non-members and anyone looking to build connections with others in our community.

RSVP is encouraged, but not required:
https://bit.ly/WINGSNOV26

Come as you are, grab some coffee and join the conversation. We hope to see you there!