Wilsonville Chamber Announces Career and Technical Education (CTE) Scholarships WCC Logo Scholarship

The Wilsonville Area Chamber of Commerce (WACC) is pleased to announce the availability of two (2) CTE $1,000 scholarships to Wilsonville graduating seniors. These scholarships are specifically designed for post-high school students planning on attending an accredited vocational-technical school and can be used for tuition, specialized equipment or tools.

The purpose of the WACC Trade & Workforce Scholarship is to address current and future shortages in the regionโ€™s workforce, notably the lack of skilled trades workers. In light of growing demand for middle-skill jobs, vocational training offers a practical alternative to traditional postsecondary degrees.

โ€œWilsonville employers consistently share with us their need for skilled workers in our trade industries and that is why we have developed this unique scholarship opportunity.ย  Supporting students who plan to establish careers here in Wilsonville is a great way for the Chamber to invest in our future workforce and economic vitality of our community,โ€ said Kevin Oโ€™Malley, President, and CEO of the Chamber.… Read the rest

We are EXCITED to Launch Our NEW Chamber Business Spotlight!

We are EXCITED to Launch Our NEW Chamber Business Spotlight!

The Wilsonville Chamber of Commerce wants to help you and your business!ย  As part of your membership benefits, the Chamber is seeking interested businesses to feature in our NEW bi-monthly Chamber Business Spotlight!

The spotlight is a no-cost opportunity which will be shared and promoted on our website, in our bi-weekly electronic newsletter, and via our social networks using the hashtag #ShopWilsonville. The goal is to help generate some exciting buzz for business!

How do you submit your business for a Spotlight?ย  Itโ€™s easy.ย  Just email Laurie Tarter at laurie@wilsonvillechamber.com to receive your submission questionnaire. Once your survey is completed your business will be added to the monthly random drawing.… Read the rest