After Hours Mixer at Hilton Garden Inn 6/22/2023 hilton garden in 062223 qr

We understand that everyone is balancing super busy lives, so we organize our events with that fact in mind. We stage door prize drawings about every 20 minutes so that if your schedule demands you can only stay just a bit – it’s never a problem. Regardless of how long you can join us we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment that encourages quality connections with a shared sense of purpose. (Not only are our neighboring Chambers Canby, West Linn, Sherwood & Tualatin welcome to attend but guests are also always warmly welcomed.)

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Apply now to host an upcoming After Hours Networking, kevin@wilsonvillechamber.com.

About the Venue

We’re off I-5, just north of the Willamette River and down the street from Memorial Park.… Read the rest

Morning Spark Networking – Charbonneau Country Club Morning Spark Charbonneau CC

Our Morning Spark networking events are great for meeting and making new business connections within the community. Facilitated introductions between attendees ensure you will meet everyone.

Everyone is eligible to win great door prizes!

Guests are welcome to join us for a fun and business-building morning.

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Timeline:

7:45 | Attendees are welcome to arrive early to meet and greet

8:00 am | “Free-Range”/General Networking among attendees

8:15 am | Get to know the great folks at Charbonneau Country Club

8:35 am | Round the Room Introductions

8:50 am | Announcements and Business Shoutouts

8:55 am | Raffle Drawing

9:00 am | Event Concludes

* Non-members are limited to two Morning Spark events before joining the Chamber.

(WACC follows all state, county, and local safety regulations.… Read the rest

The Art of Copycatting: Your Shortcut to a Massive Social Media Following Rotary dial phones

Hey there, business buddies in Wilsonville! So, you wanna make some noise on social media, huh? Well, truth is, it’s not just about luck, and it doesn’t have to be all about your biz either. Buckle up, ’cause here are four cool ways to build up your online crew with a little bit of copycat magic.

You’re already bursting with cool ways to show off your products or services. But let’s be real, you gotta have an audience before you start singing your own praises. So, let’s put our heads together and use some tried-and-true methods to get a crowd around your virtual storefront.

Connect with the Familiar Alright, first up, think about your peeps, your target market. How old are they?… Read the rest

How AI is Revolutionizing Search Engine Optimization for Small Businesses Search Engine Optimization

Periodically, the Search Engine Optimization (SEO) gurus come out and tell everyone some <insert noun> is changing SEO forever. Add that to the nearly constant adjustments search engines are making to their algorithms and hitting the moving target of organic ranking success becomes as impossible as winning a giant stuffy at a carnival. Sure, you see it happen on occasion but never to you.

This article is going to tell you that artificial intelligence (AI) will forever change SEO. We know. Youโ€™ve heard claims like this before but this time itโ€™s true. Because for once weโ€™re leveraging machine learning against the machine. Itโ€™s a war of the alphabet AI versus SEO and hereโ€™s why itโ€™s changing the search landscape forever:

AI Takes on SEO

SEO has long been a critical component of digital marketing strategies for small businesses.… Read the rest

5 little known ways small business can use AI 5 little known ways small business can use AI

Hey there small business owners! Are you looking for ways to take your business to the next level? Well, have you considered using artificial intelligence (AI)?

Now, I know what you might be thinking, โ€œAI is just for big corporations with deep pockets.โ€ But, guess what? AI is becoming more accessible and affordable for small businesses too! In fact, there are a few little-known ways you can use AI to your advantage that you might not have thought of before. Here are five of them:

Social Media Marketing

As a small business owner, you probably know how important social media is for reaching potential customers. However, it can be challenging to keep up with the latest trends and best practices. This is where AI comes in handy.… Read the rest