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.Ā 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.Ā The 90th Annual Berry Dairy Days will take place Friday, July 16 through…
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Leadership that opens doors, builds connections, and strengthens community š Leadership is not simply measured by a title. We see it in the people we encourage, the opportunities we create, and the communities we help strengthen. That is why the Burlington Chamber of Commerce is proud to celebrate President and CEO Steph Rees. The Skagit…
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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 š 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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Strong, Local, and Member-Driven Clarifying our Role: Burlington Chamber of Commerce remains independent and Member-focused Burlington, WA- 1/29/2026 – Dear Members and Community Partners, We appreciate you reaching out with your questions and for your continued trust in us as members and community partners. We remain proud to represent the Burlington Chamber members and the…
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Uniting voices, sharing ideas, and creating a vibrant future for Skagit Valley tourism. Working Together for Skagit Valley: Insights from the Tourism Visioning Workshop On October 1, 2025, I had the privilege of joining community leaders, business owners, tribal representatives, and tourism advocates from across Skagit County in La Conner for the Future of Tourism…
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