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 Name: Ted Vause
Company Name: Invest Northwest Financial Title: Financial Planner Years at Company: 20 What are three things you use at work every day? Strategy, compassion, humor What was your first job? My first real job was as a shop boy in a print shop. How do you spend your free time? Boating, camping, travel, working on projects, and spending time with family and friends. What are three words that best describe you? Knowledgeable, driven, fun. What did you want to become as kid? I wanted to be a graphic artist. How long have you lived in the Tri-Cities? Almost 40 years. Sure has gone by quickly! Where is your hometown? I was born in Santa Monica, and my soul is still on the beach. I call the beaches in Ventura/Oxnard CA home still. What is your favorite holiday? My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving. I love having friends and family around. It’s the holiday that allows you to enjoy without the pressure. If you could pick one superpower what would it be? I would love to time travel. Not sure if that is considered a super power, but that would be my choice. What was the first concert you attended? Probably the Doobie Brothers in Santa Barbara. I am old enough to have enjoyed all the 70’s bands that played around LA. I guess that’s one plus for age. Do you live by any piece of advice or motto? Love your neighbor as yourself. What excites you the most about the direction of the Tri-City Regional Chamber? I love that the Tri-Cites area is becoming so vibrant, and that the Chamber is helping to create the city in to a place that people love to come to and stay.  Board Member Spotlight
Name: Cynthia Vaughn Company Name: Magnolia Music Studio Title: Founder/Director Years at Company: 5 years in WA (Founded in Fort Collins CO in 2008) What are three things you use at work every day? Imagination, social media, Apple tech gadgets What was your first job? McDonalds! I won a trophy for fastest french fries before it was automated. Where is your hometown? Commerce City, Colorado How do you spend your free time? Going to live local concerts and theater and restaurants. There is so much to do in Tri-Cities! What are three words that best describe you? Kind, creative, energetic What did you want to become as kid? A teacher Where is your favorite place to travel? My homestate of Colorado, Seattle or Portland to visit our kids, or anywhere in Europe. I love to travel! How long have you lived in the Tri-Cities? Almost five years. I left my music faculty job at Colorado State University (“Go, Rams!”) to join my husband, who works for a Hanford contractor. What is your favorite movie? Funny Girl How do you define success? Making a difference in your community and the world. What excites you the most about the direction of the Tri-City Regional Chamber? I’m excited to see arts and culture included in myTRI 2030 as part of Thrive. At the top of my wish list is a performing arts center to bring top touring entertainment to Tri-Cities and to provide a “home” for our local symphony, ballet, theater companies, and Mid-Columbia Mastersingers. Congratulations to Horn Rapids RV Service & Sales on their ribbon cutting! Visit them at 2451 Henderson Loop in Richland. Congratulations to Moonshot Brewing, LLC on your ribbon cutting ceremony! Visit them at 8804 W. Victoria Ave., Ste. 140 in Kennewick.  Name: Karen Blasdel
Company Name: Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Title: Director, Community Affairs Years at Company: 30 What are three things you use at work every day? Laptop, Skype, diplomacy What was your first job? Working in my fathers’ fields on a Walla Walla Sweet Onion Farm Where is your hometown? Walla Walla, WA How do you spend your free time? I spend my free time with Family, RVing with friends, shopping, and reading books. What are three words that best describe you? Resourceful, Orchestrator, Supportive, What did you want to become as kid? Not an onion farmer - I wanted to become an accountant Where is your favorite place to travel? Anywhere I haven’t been, I love to travel. My husband and I like to cruise. How long have you lived in the Tri-Cities? 40 years How do you define success? Doing your very best at whatever you are doing. Challenging yourself beyond your comfort level and always completing the project. Ensuring those that you are working with have a positive experience. What excites you the most about the direction of the Tri-City Regional Chamber? The Tri-City Regional Chamber always pushes the boundaries to be creative and innovative. Taking a leadership role on regional issues elevates the value of the Chamber.  Name: Elisabeth Holt Company Name: Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce Title: Vice President Years at Company: 5 ½ this time, 7 total What are three things you use at work every day? Phone, computer, post-it notes What was your first job? Hubby’s Pizza (well, not really. I worked at Granny’s Buffet for 3 weeks before that but I don’t count that) Where is your hometown? Right here in Kennewick How do you spend your free time? Watching some kind of kids activity or sitting on my back patio visiting with friends and family. What are three words that best describe you? Friendly, loyal, hard-working What did you want to become as kid? A dolphin trainer – who wouldn’t want to?! Where is your favorite place to travel? I’m not too picky. Love to see new places! How long have you lived in the Tri-Cities? Almost all of my life (not gonna say how long that is 😊). We moved to Wenatchee for about five years but other than that, right here in Kennewick. What is your favorite movie? Toss up between The Greatest Showman and The Cutting Edge Favorite Quote? “In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun. You find the fun and—snap!—the job’s a game!” – Mary Poppins What excites you the most about the direction of the Tri-City Regional Chamber?
There are so many people with so many great ideas. I admire the people who I get to work with and excited to hear what is going on and how we can be involved.  Good news! The Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that after a comprehensive self-review, the United States Chamber of Commerce has awarded us with 4-Star Accreditation. This prestigious honor puts us among the top 3 percent of chambers nationwide.
Accreditation with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the only program of its kind that defines excellence in chamber planning and recognizes chambers for outstanding contributions toward positive change in their communities. The purpose of the U.S. Chamber’s Accreditation Program is to facilitate continuing excellence in the chamber industry and to foster a pro-business environment across America. This past year, the staff of the Regional Chamber spent countless hours completing the Accreditation process. Our task: Demonstrate competency in nine core areas ranging from finance to facilities. The result of our hard work is evidenced by this impressive rating. With approximately 7,000 chambers in the United States, Accreditation with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is a significant honor that distinguishes the high quality, expertise, and strong leadership displayed by Accredited state and local chambers of commerce. We are the only Accredited chamber in Washington. We are very proud of the value we provide to your business. This 4-Star Accreditation affirms our sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on our community. Congratulations to Smile-A-Mile Painting on their beautiful new building! Visit them at 8804 W. Victoria Ave. in Kennewick. Thanks to all who attended our June 2019 luncheon featuring our State of Washington Retail Program. |
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