The Chamber Minute: From the Desk of Rosey Thomas

Welcome to another Chamber Minute with Rosey.

It's an exciting time for the Bay Area Chamber as we kick off the selection process for the 34th Class of Leaders in our renowned Leadership Coos Program. If you received an application via email, be sure to return it quickly—remember, selections are on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications are also available online but move fast.

I am thrilled to announce that I will be participating in the program this year. My goal is to build and strengthen relationships with other community leaders and gain a deeper understanding of the inner workings of this place I love.

The Leadership Coos Program is designed to foster relationships and encourage collaboration through monthly field trips and hands-on projects. Together, we tackle the issues facing our local businesses, working as a unified voice for Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston.

Our Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston members are all part of the same Chamber to band together on issues we need to tackle, and to do it as one voice collectively. Our Chamber's many successes over the years are a testament to the power of collaboration. As we move forward, we MUST rise above the noise of politics and maintain a clear, cool head. Violence is never the answer to our nation’s political challenges, nor will it help us achieve our local goals.

Let's show the nation that we can work together for the greater good of Coos Bay, North Bend, and Charleston, regardless of our beliefs or who holds office. We must remain peaceful and cooperative to create a better future for us all.

Chamber Day at the Fair, Friday the 26th, COME OUT and visit the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce table, and get your Chamber Coins kids! We will be hanging out with a few of our members all day, Banner Bank, NW Natural, Oregon Pacific Bank, Star of Hope & South Coast Hospice will all be there with tables to share goodies with us. See you there… Remember our business is helping your business, and don’t forget to like us on Facebook and heart our page on the Community Plus app.