Business Hacks

The 2019 Economic Forecast: Still Optimistic!
This year’s Economic Forecast event was very informative, and yes, even entertaining! We got an insider look on the year ahead including the Eastside Business Leader outlook, insights on the Eastside housing market, and the global and national economic pulse. We know it takes lots of time to stay on top of key economic indicators,... Read More
Cyber Security – Is Your Business at Risk?
Knowing and recognizing cyber threats, and having a solid remediation plan are a must in this connected world! Toddy Mladenov, CTO, Agitare Technologies, Inc. will describe common cyber-attack prevention techniques that you can implement in your company and help you protect your business assets.
What a Difference a Year Makes!
A Message from Outgoing Chair David Masin, Selden’s Home Furnishings When I became Chairman last September, it was my mission to emphasize the positive effects the Bellevue Chamber has on the business community that it serves. As a whole, the Chamber has effected change in ways that cannot be measured. It is truly amazing what... Read More
2017 Bellevue Chamber Foundation Scholarship Awards Presentation
To recognize outstanding students the Bellevue Chamber Foundation, with community partners who support education, has awarded $7,500 in scholarships to Bellevue High School District college bound seniors. Check out the Awards Presentation Ceremony officiated by Jimmy Ng, KeyBank at the July Business Lunch. Erika Shinpaugh, Peterson Russell Kelly PLLC and Gail Ryder, Inslee Best also... Read More
The Housing Marketplace with Zillow’s Chief Economist
We know it’s a hot housing market – but how hot is it? Zillow’s Chief Economist, Dr. Svenja Gudell spoke to members at the June Business Lunch and gave insights into how our area compares across the country and a look at the latest real estate trends in our marketplace. A few highlights: the Seattle/Bellevue... Read More
7 Ingredients to High-End Website Experiences
We all know first impressions matter. Period. And that customers research you online. In today’s digital world, how do you truly create a high-end experience to help attract, engage, convert, and retain customers? No matter your company, for your customers and your employees, it’s important to be your best online. At the March Business Lunch, Jeff... Read More
The Power Behind the Bellevue Chamber
A Message from Outgoing Board Chair Tanya Fraioli, Rocketfix Dear Friends, Colleagues, and fellow members, Thank you for an amazing year at the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce! It’s hard to believe that my year as Chairman of the Board had already finished. I have truly enjoyed serving our community this past year. I have realized... Read More
It’s Called Networking for a Reason
A Message from 2015-2016 Board Chair Tanya Fraioli, Rocketfix “It’s not called netsitting, or net eating, it’s called networking. You have to work at it.” ~ Dr. Ivan Misner The Bellevue Chamber is many things to many people yet the primary role of the chamber is simple – to help us as businesses get strong... Read More
Social Media for Business – A Different World
By Valerie Thomas, Bellevue Chamber of Commerce Intern Social media to me sometimes feels like a whole other world. The beauty of it is that it can be used for many different purposes. As a teenager, my time on social media is spent watching 30 second recipe videos on Facebook, posting Instagram pictures of my... Read More
Congratulations to Our 2016 Bellevue Chamber Foundation Scholarship Recipients!
By Valerie Thomas, Bellevue Chamber Intern To help students with ongoing learning opportunities, the Bellevue Chamber has established the Bellevue Chamber Foundation. Funding for our 2016 scholarships is made possible through the generous support of Delta Air Lines, our Presenting Sponsor of our Spirit of Bellevue Run/Walk, and other community partners who support education including... Read More