Upcoming Summer Events

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We have a busy summer ahead here at the Springfield Chamber, and in the wider community! Check out these upcoming networking, education, community, and leadership opportunities that we’re offering this month and next! Most events will be in person, with the exception of LunchVox LIVE and the Virtual Policy Breakfast.

Contact Paige Sharpe with any questions: paige@springfield-chamber.org
or call the Chamber office at (541) 736-1651

Featured Photo: Business After Hours event at Columbia Bank from June 2019.

Business After Hours at Parr Lumber

Thursday, July 22nd, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
In person – 1291 S A St, Springfield OR

Join us for an evening of fun at our Business After Hours (BAH) next Thursday, July 22nd at Parr Lumber Company! This will be our first BAH back together in-person since 2019!
Network, win raffle prizes, & enter to win the very special door prize – a travel grill valued at $350!

LunchVox LIVE: Sports Tourism & Why it Matters

Friday, July 23rd, 11:45am – 1:00pm
Virtual – Zoom Conference

Join the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce and Eugene, Cascades and Coast Sports Commission, Friday, July 23rd, for a conversation on the economic impacts of Sports Tourism in the greater Springfield area and what’s in our future.

Featured Speakers:

Joey Jewell
Senior Director of the Eugene, Cascades & Coast Sports Commission
Liz Dahlager
VP of Market Intelligence, Mereté Hotel Management
Jase Newton
Recreation Services Director for Willamalane Park and Recreation District

Speakers Bios and Link to Register

Leadership Eugene-Springfield Applications Due August 2nd

Interested in participating in Leadership Eugene Springfield? Join us for a coffee and Q&A to find out more about the program, classes, and application process. We’ll be at Farmers Union Coffee from 8am-9am on July 20th. RSVP below:

LES Coffee Chat – RSVP Here

For the last 35 years, the Leadership Eugene-Springfield program has helped participants broaden their knowledge and awareness of our community, while helping to further develop their civic leadership skills. Applications are due Monday, August 2nd, 2021.

Download the 2021-2022 Application

More Info on LES

Virtual Policy Breakfast

Thursday, July 29th, 7:30am – 9:00am
Virtual – Zoom Conference

The Eugene and Springfield Chambers of Commerce invite you to learn why

GOOD STREETS MEAN GOOD BUSINESS
Sponsored by AARP

These are exciting times for transportation investments. With so many transportation projects planned for the Eugene-Springfield area, it’s important to understand how those investments will help to benefit businesses and spark economic activity, all while creating a transportation infrastructure that is safe and welcoming for all modes of travel. Join us in welcoming guest speaker Robert Ping as he shares his knowledge, expertise and passion for helping communities improve the built environment to increase safety, social equity and active transportation and bring customers to your door. Preview future streets like River Road in Eugene and Main Street in Springfield reimagined and see just how designing good streets for people, mean good things for business.

Joint Chamber Golf Classic at Pine Ridge Golf Club

Friday, August 20th, 10:00am – 6:00pm
In person – 90333 Sunderman Rd, Springfield, OR 97478

The 47th Annual Eugene/Springfield Joint Chamber Golf Classic is an opportunity for the members of the Eugene and Springfield Chambers to come together for a day of golf, networking, and fun. The tournament is a four-person scramble with 11:00 AM shotgun start. In addition to a great game of golf, golfers enjoy imaginative and unique experiences provided by tee and green sponsors. From fiestas to ice cream, there is food, beverage, fun and Chamber hospitality at nearly every hole. Register today to sign up your foursome or be a Tee and Green Sponsor!
The 47th Annual Joint Chamber Golf Classic is presented by Eugene Area Radio Stations (EARS).

Sponsorship Opportunities

Upcoming Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies

Join us in celebrating the grand openings of the following businesses with a ribbon cutting! Stop by to check out their new locations, and enjoy complementary food, drinks, and other activities. These events are in-person and free to attend!