How one Burlington Chamber member’s experience highlights the importance of knowing your resources, communicating concerns, and working with local law enforcement. How one Burlington Chamber member’s experience highlights the importance of knowing your resources, communicating concerns, and working with local law enforcement. For business owners, maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for employees, customers, and…
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Our Business Advocacy & Government Relations Committee is taking a close look at the Burlington WA 2027 budget and potential new taxes and increases that could impact local businesses and residents. Before the Chamber takes any position, we believe the most important thing we can do is ask questions, gather accurate information, and hear directly…
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Skagit County Public Health is currently seeking feedback on proposed changes to its Schedule of Charges that, if adopted, would take effect January 1, 2027. The Burlington Chamber originally shared the County’s announcement when it was released on September 10. Since then, something made us take a closer look. We recently learned what the proposed…
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By Mary Jo Sanders, Administrative Assistant & VIC Specialist, Burlington Chamber of Commerce After years of anticipation, we launched the inaugural Burlington Artisan and Agriculture Market (BAAM) this year. The market has been held on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Railroad Park, behind the Burlington Skagit Byway Visitor Center downtown Burlington, Washington.  …
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By Stephanie Rees, CEO, Burlington Chamber of Commerce The Burlington Chamber is already looking ahead to 2027, and we want your help. As we begin planning next year’s programs, we want to make sure we are focusing on what our members actually need-not simply what we think they need. Every business is different. Some need…
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By Stephanie Rees, CEO, Burlington Chamber of Commerce One of the biggest things I took away from Institute for Organization Management (IOM), a professional development program for Chamber and association leaders, is how often Chambers are underused. Most people know us for networking events, ribbon cuttings, member promotions, and community programs. Those things are…
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A beloved Burlington tradition is getting a new summer weekend. As Berry Dairy Days prepares to celebrate its milestone 90th year, the Burlington Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that the 2027 festival will move to the third weekend of July. The 90th Annual Berry Dairy Days will take place Friday, July 16 through…
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Congratulations to Steph Rees on Earning Her IOM Designation FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 30, 2026 BURLINGTON, Wash. The Burlington Chamber of Commerce is proud to celebrate President and CEO Steph Rees as she earns her IOM designation after completing the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Institute for Organization Management. Rees completed 96 credit hours of…
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By Steph Rees, President & CEO, Burlington Chamber of Commerce It’s been an exciting and meaningful season of advocacy, collaboration, and progress for our community-and I want to take a moment to reflect on what we’ve accomplished together. A Major Win for Tourism in Washington I’m thrilled to share some amazing news on the tourism…
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The Burlington Chamber and local business community have exciting news to celebrate 🎉 Stephanie Rees, President & CEO of the Burlington Chamber of Commerce, has been selected as a recipient of the prestigious Regent Scholarship through the U.S. Chamber Institute for Organization Management. This national honor reflects Stephanie’s consistent hard work, forward-thinking leadership, and deep…
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