Agricultural Business Committee

Ron Wachter
The Agriculture Business Committee fosters issues pertaining to the agricultural community. The committee supports the need to grow and develop the agricultural industry.
Projects: Farm City Day Luncheon with Colfax Chamber, Port Tour, Fair sales.

Business Development and Promotion Committee

Charlene Jasper
This committee provides the opportunity for the business community to discus items and events of interest or concern. The group also works to facilitate promotion opportunities for the retail sector.
Meeting time: Second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 a.m. at the Daily Grind Coffee House in downtown Pullman.

Artesian Committee

Bill Skavdahl
Members of this committee act as representatives at ground breakings, grand openings, dedications and other events. Members have the option of serving on a recruitment or retention team.
Meeting Time: The Last Monday of the Month, Noon at Fireside Grille.

Cabaret

Marie Dymkoski
Cabaret is the major fund raising event for the chamber. Each spring, this formal affair has live and silent auctions, live music, dinner and dancing. This group is always looking for people with a creative flair.
Next Meeting: November 7, 2011, 5:30pm, Chamber Office

First Down Friday Nights

Charlene Jasper
First Down Friday Night encourages visitors to come and enjoy Pullman for the weekend.  A fun, family event held the Friday night before WSU home games. The committee creates, plans, and coordinates a free block party including inflatables, food, music, beer garden and more. Get in on the ground floor creating a “Wave the Flag” tradition.
Next Meeting: TBA 2012

Government Affairs & Economic Development

Francis Benjamin
This committee considers, reviews and acts on local, state and national issues that directly affect the Pullman business community. It strives to keep members informed of these issues. Business growth and retention is the priority of this committee. This includes; encouraging business retention, recruiting new business and the continual quest for business growth and opportunities. This committee meets regularly via conference call with area legislators during legislative session.
Projects: Legislative agenda, seminars, monitoring current government regulations and issues.
Meeting Time: The Third Friday of Each Month, 7:30 a.m., SEL Event Center (group meets twice monthly during legislative session)

4th of July

Glenn Johnson
This group plans and coordinates strategies for this great community celebration that is held each year in Sunnyside Park. Activities include fireworks, live entertainment, BBQ, concessions, children’s games and more.
Meeting Time: Three meetings each year as announced.

Palouse Tourism & Marketing

Marie Mustoe-Moscow
In conjunction with the Moscow chamber, WSU and U of I representatives, this group works on increasing tourism to the Palouse through joint marketing activities.
Projects: This committee works on developing yearly promotional materials and activities including: Visitor’s Guide, Advertising Campaigns, Brochures, Excursion Tours, and workshops.
Meeting Time: Third Tuesday of each month, 8:30 a.m., Pullman Moscow Airport. Contact the Chamber for details.

Pullman-WSU Relations

Mike Yates
This newly formed committee works closely with WSU, ASWSU and chamber members to continue strong relations with students/businesses in Pullman.  Where ‘there’s unity in the community’ in bridging the gap between campus and the city of Pullman.  The committee works on creating events that bring the students into the community.  The group worked with WSU Athletics to put up several hundred Cougar Flags around town and in shops.  “30 Days of Pullman” in February 2012 will bring students into area businesses that will reward them with special incentives!  Learn more by calling the chamber at 334-3565

National Lentil Festival

Vicki Leeper
This two-day, community event is held in late August each year. Activities include: Live Entertainment, Grand Parade, 5k Fun Run, Lentil Lane Food Court, Lentil Gallery Arts & Crafts, Microbrewery Tasting Tent, Lentil Land Children’s Area, Wine Tasting, Free Lentil Chili, Cook-Off Competition, Sports Tournaments and more. The “Pod Squad” always likes to see new faces, hear fresh ideas, and welcomes a challenge.
Meeting Time: The Second Thursday of each month, 5:30 p.m., Chamber Office