Past Events

Our annual Charity Cheer will be a little different this year as we invite our non-profit Chamber members to share what their organizations are doing this year in a virtual format. Members can find out about different giving opportunities in our community and help to spread the word about these amazing organizations and the people behind them. Join us as we close down 2020 with this feel-good networking luncheon on Wednesday, December 9th!

Join us as we kick off 2021 virtually with our annual "State of the City" address from Poulsbo Mayor, Becky Erickson. Mayor Erickson will also honor us with the swearing in of the Poulsbo Chamber's Board of Directors for 2021.

Our community is invited to come together and celebrate the very best of business in what can only be described as the very challenging year of 2020. Poulsbo Strong: Celebrating Lil' Norway's Resiliency in 2020 is a night where we will honor those businesses that best exemplify the Poulsbo Strong spirit, enjoy networking and camaraderie with our fellow businesses and enjoy food from some of our favorite Poulsbo eateries. Even though we will be virtual this year, the Poulsbo Chamber…

Join us for our monthly membership networking lunch. Each member will have 3-5 minutes to update on their business and industry.

Meet the Chief Operating Officer of the new St. Michael Medical Center, Matt Wheelus, as he shares highlights from the new Silverdale Campus. Matt will also spend some time sharing more about the new cancer center opening this Spring. Grab your lunch, pull up a laptop and enjoy our weekly Chamber Chat filled with networking and great information for our community! Zoom link for event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83899083738

The Poulsbo Business Recovery Task Force, first convened by Mayor Becky Erickson in April 2020, continues to meet on Mondays at 4pm via Zoom to discuss all things related to supporting our local business community during COVID.  If you have concerns specific to your business and are seeking assistance, if you need to brainstorm ideas for your business with local leaders, or if you'd like to contribute to the on-going discussion about rebuilding our local economy, we would love to…

Most have heard of the community fundraising powerhouse prompted by the pandemic - Poulsbo Strong - but now learn more about how this campaign came to be and how YOU and YOUR BUSINESS can benefit from programs like this as we continue to navigate doing business during COVID. Bring your questions for the creative mind of Alisha Weiss, and take advantage of some free consultation for our local businesses. Grab your lunch, pull up a laptop and enjoy our weekly…

Monthly meeting of the Chamber Board of Directors. All meetings are currently conducted via Zoom.

Enjoy our monthly membership-only luncheon, featuring Representative Derek Kilmer of Washington's 6th Congressional District. Hear updates on federal legislation that impacts you and your business, learn about COVID-vaccine rollouts and what is on the slate for our district in the coming year at the federal level. Bring your questions and concerns and take advantage of this opportunity for a personal townhall with one of your elected officials. Grab your lunch, pull up your laptop and be sure to sign in…

The Poulsbo Business Recovery Task Force, first convened by Mayor Becky Erickson in April 2020, continues to meet on Mondays at 4pm via Zoom to discuss all things related to supporting our local business community during COVID.  If you have concerns specific to your business and are seeking assistance, if you need to brainstorm ideas for your business with local leaders, or if you'd like to contribute to the on-going discussion about rebuilding our local economy, we would love to…

Join us as we sit down (virtually) with County Commissioner Rob Gelder as he provides us with county-wide updates concerning COVID relief, vaccine rollout and more. Interested in what the County Commission is currently working on? Here's another chance to get some facetime with one of our local elected officials! Grab your lunch, pull up a laptop and enjoy our weekly Chamber Chat filled with networking and great information for our community! Zoom link for event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83899083738

Bainbridge Certified Pubic Accountant Karla Smith is the keynote presenter of Accelerate Kitsap's upcoming Launch & Learn Zoom event at noon Thursday Feb 25. The presentation is free and open to the pubic. Smith's topic is: "Automating Your Books Using Online Accounting Tools." Accelerate Kitsap https://acceleratekitsap.weebly.com/ is a recently re-booted non-profit corporation focusing on providing education and information to entrepreneurs and small businesses in Kitsap County and West Puget Sound. Time: Thursday, Feb 25, 2021 12:00 PM Pacific Time (US…

Join your fellow Kitsap County Chambers for this bi-monthly Zoom featuring speakers focused on the current legislative session in Olympia and how it impacts local businesses. Sponsored by the Poulsbo, Silverdale, Bremerton, Bainbridge and South Kitsap Chambers of Commerce. This week's featured speakers are Dru Garson and Gary Chandler from the Association of Washington Business. Visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcodOiurjgiG91F-CcBA37oO30jbPXYIJev to register.

The Poulsbo Business Recovery Task Force, first convened by Mayor Becky Erickson in April 2020, continues to meet on Mondays at 4pm via Zoom to discuss all things related to supporting our local business community during COVID.  If you have concerns specific to your business and are seeking assistance, if you need to brainstorm ideas for your business with local leaders, or if you'd like to contribute to the on-going discussion about rebuilding our local economy, we would love to…

Join us for this important and timely update on how our county is faring one year into the COVID pandemic. Keith Grellner, Administrator for the Kitsap Public Health District, will provide current updates for where we are with COVID spread in our community as well as the vaccine efforts in our area. Bring your questions and hear real information from one of the leaders of our public health community here in Kitsap County. Grab your lunch, pull up a laptop…

The Poulsbo Business Recovery Task Force, first convened by Mayor Becky Erickson in April 2020, continues to meet on Mondays at 4pm via Zoom to discuss all things related to supporting our local business community during COVID.  If you have concerns specific to your business and are seeking assistance, if you need to brainstorm ideas for your business with local leaders, or if you'd like to contribute to the on-going discussion about rebuilding our local economy, we would love to…

Spring is nearly here! Join us for some good ol' networking via Zoom with your fellow Chamber members and business community. Give updates on your business and industry and hear from your business colleagues on how things are going in their work. This is a great opportunity to meet, ask questions and help brainstorm with other local businesses as we all continue to navigate new normals in our community. Grab your lunch, pull up a laptop and enjoy our weekly…

The Poulsbo Business Recovery Task Force, first convened by Mayor Becky Erickson in April 2020, continues to meet on Mondays at 4pm via Zoom to discuss all things related to supporting our local business community during COVID.  If you have concerns specific to your business and are seeking assistance, if you need to brainstorm ideas for your business with local leaders, or if you'd like to contribute to the on-going discussion about rebuilding our local economy, we would love to…

Monthly meeting of the Chamber Board of Directors. All meetings are currently conducted via Zoom.

Help us welcome KEDA's new Executive Director, Joe Morrison, to the North Poulsbo business community. Hear from Joe about what KEDA is doing in the County to work with businesses as we continue to navigate a COVID economy, learn about our area's economic health, and find out what KEDA can do for your business. Bring your business development concerns, questions and comments! Grab your lunch, pull up a laptop and join us for a great networking and information sharing meeting.…

The Poulsbo Business Recovery Task Force, first convened by Mayor Becky Erickson in April 2020, continues to meet on Mondays at 4pm via Zoom to discuss all things related to supporting our local business community during COVID.  If you have concerns specific to your business and are seeking assistance, if you need to brainstorm ideas for your business with local leaders, or if you'd like to contribute to the on-going discussion about rebuilding our local economy, we would love to…

The Poulsbo Business Recovery Task Force, first convened by Mayor Becky Erickson in April 2020, continues to meet on Mondays at 4pm via Zoom to discuss all things related to supporting our local business community during COVID.  If you have concerns specific to your business and are seeking assistance, if you need to brainstorm ideas for your business with local leaders, or if you'd like to contribute to the on-going discussion about rebuilding our local economy, we would love to…

Take your kiddos on a COVID-safe Easter Egg Hunt this year, hosted by the Poulsbo Chamber and supported by more than 20 local businesses. Drop off a non-perishable item for donation to our local North Kitsap food banks and receive a map to all the business locations participating, along with a free tote bag for the first 500 children (ages 2-18 only, please). For more information, please contact the Chamber at (888) 490-8545.

"Conquering Hills and Moving Forward in 2021" Join our featured speaker this month, Dan Weedin, Consultant and Broker at First Underwriters Insurance. A regular columnist for the Kitsap Business Journal, Dan will talk to us about the changing office landscape as we move forward in our post-COVID recovery from 2021 onward.   Grab your lunch, pull up your laptop and connect with fellow business leaders in our digital meeting. You won't want to miss! Zoom link for event:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83899083738

Monthly meeting of the Chamber Board of Directors. All meetings are currently conducted via Zoom.

The Poulsbo Business Recovery Task Force, first convened by Mayor Becky Erickson in April 2020, continues to meet on Mondays at 4pm via Zoom to discuss all things related to supporting our local business community during COVID.  If you have concerns specific to your business and are seeking assistance, if you need to brainstorm ideas for your business with local leaders, or if you’d like to contribute to the on-going discussion about rebuilding our local economy, we would love to…

The Poulsbo Business Recovery Task Force, first convened by Mayor Becky Erickson in April 2020, continues to meet on Mondays at 4pm via Zoom to discuss all things related to supporting our local business community during COVID.  If you have concerns specific to your business and are seeking assistance, if you need to brainstorm ideas for your business with local leaders, or if you’d like to contribute to the on-going discussion about rebuilding our local economy, we would love to…

Learn more about benefit options for your business with local expert, Stephanie Kirk of JC Madison Inc. Stephanie can answer all of your questions on insurance and benefits for businesses small and large. Grab your lunch, pull up your laptop and connect with fellow business leaders in our digital meeting. You won't want to miss! Zoom link for event:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83899083738

The Poulsbo Business Recovery Task Force, first convened by Mayor Becky Erickson in April 2020, continues to meet on Mondays at 4pm via Zoom to discuss all things related to supporting our local business community during COVID.  If you have concerns specific to your business and are seeking assistance, if you need to brainstorm ideas for your business with local leaders, or if you’d like to contribute to the on-going discussion about rebuilding our local economy, we would love to…

Join us for our monthly networking luncheon via Zoom as we feature Madeline Pratt, owner and founder of Fearless Foundry. Fearless Foundry is a creative consultant company located in downtown Poulsbo, specializing in branding, marketing and business development. Madeline will share her expertise in these areas with her presentation on "Practical Marketing for the New Normal." Grab your lunch, pull up your laptop and connect with fellow business leaders in our digital meeting. You won't want to miss! Zoom link…

The Poulsbo Business Recovery Task Force, first convened by Mayor Becky Erickson in April 2020, continues to meet on Mondays at 4pm via Zoom to discuss all things related to supporting our local business community during COVID.  If you have concerns specific to your business and are seeking assistance, if you need to brainstorm ideas for your business with local leaders, or if you’d like to contribute to the on-going discussion about rebuilding our local economy, we would love to…

Monthly meeting of the Chamber Board of Directors. All meetings are currently conducted via Zoom.

Spring is here! Join us for some good ol’ networking via Zoom with your fellow Chamber members and business community. Give updates on your business and industry and hear from your business colleagues on how things are going in their work. This is a great opportunity to meet, ask questions and help brainstorm with other local businesses as we all continue to navigate new normals in our community. Grab your lunch, pull up a laptop and enjoy our weekly Chamber…

The Poulsbo Business Recovery Task Force, first convened by Mayor Becky Erickson in April 2020, continues to meet on Mondays at 4pm via Zoom to discuss all things related to supporting our local business community during COVID.  If you have concerns specific to your business and are seeking assistance, if you need to brainstorm ideas for your business with local leaders, or if you’d like to contribute to the on-going discussion about rebuilding our local economy, we would love to…

Please join us as County Engineer's Joe Rutan and Jeff Shea discuss the 2021 Transportation Fee Impact Study.  Learn how new transportation fees may impact your home or business here in Kitsap and have your voice heard and questions answered. Zoom link:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83899083738

"Building Unity in a Time of Divisiveness" This past year has been unprecedented for many reasons: COVID, economic challenges, racial tension, and political battles.  Some have suggested that the negative personal impact of these events rivals that of 9/11. In turn, this can adversely affect the workplace.  Because of this, business owners and managers have a unique opportunity to support their employees and build morale by having workplace appropriate conversations about this impact.  This presentation will give you practical steps…

Monthly meeting of the Chamber Board of Directors. All meetings are currently conducted via Zoom.

The Kitsap Countywide Planning Policies are the framework for growth management in Kitsap County, and include policies related to affordable housing, transportation, capital facilities, economic development, and the environment. Regional policy states that the Countywide Planning Policies need to be updated before December 31, 2021. To do this, the Kitsap Regional Coordinating Council (KRCC) has drafted updates to the existing policies and is accepting public comment on these draft updates. This presentation will provide an overview of the proposed changes…

Join us for our monthly membership networking via Zoom! Each member in attendance will have the opportunity to share updates on their business and industry.  Hear what's going on in your community and brainstorm with fellow business owners on issues that are impacting you now.  Grab your lunch and pull up your laptop - you won't want to miss! Zoom link:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83899083738

COME ONE, COME ALL, COME HAVE SOME FUN! On August 7th, 2021, the South Kitsap Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce, will be holding the 2nd Annual Kitsap County Cornhole Classic Finals. Leading up to the finals, preliminary tournaments are being held throughout the county, including right here at Vibe Coworks. Finalists from the preliminaries will play on August 7th for the Championship. Everyone is welcome! TO PLAY 1. Review the rules (https://skchamber.org/kcc-rules/). It’s a…

Monthly meeting of the Chamber Board of Directors. All meetings are currently conducted via Zoom.

Join us for the 2nd Annual Kitsap County Cornhole Classic, sponsored jointly by the Poulsbo and South Kitsap Chambers of Commerce. Participation in the August 7th finals will be determined through a series of preliminary tournaments at businesses throughout North and South Kitsap.  Come enjoy local food and drink and a fun afternoon of cornhole! Find a preliminary tournament at Events Calendar - KCC Calendar (skchamber.org) Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Please contact the Poulsbo Chamber for more information at…

Monthly meeting of the Chamber Board of Directors. All meetings are currently conducted via Zoom.