Washington County Chamber of Commerce

What Washington County Chamber of Commerce does

The Washington County Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit membership organization founded in 1895 and headquartered at 5193 NE Elam Young Parkway in Hillsboro, Oregon. It represents more than 800 member businesses across Washington County, collectively accounting for approximately 75,000 jobs. The Chamber's primary functions are business advocacy, networking, and community development, delivered through a portfolio that includes a searchable Member Directory, formal advocacy at the local, county, state, and federal levels (executed via the Public Policy Committee and a contracted lobbying firm in Salem), and over 200 signature events and classes annually.

Its product surface falls into three buckets. Core products comprise Membership Directory, Advocacy Services, and Signature Events (including the Washington County Women's Conference, Crystal Apple Awards, Farm Fresh Uncorked, Small Business Expo, Juneteenth Celebration, Latino Business Summit, Manufacturers Symposium, Golf Scramble, and Awards Gala). Programs include Leadership Hillsboro, the School to Career workforce development pipeline (WORKS Internships, career days, Manufacturing Month), the Small Business Solutions Series, Heart for Washington County (a community-currency gift certificate program), and the Washington County Chamber Young Professionals and Women's Business Network. Supporting services include a Job Board, the "Conectate" initiative for Latino business connection, and an exclusive member insurance benefit administered in partnership with OneDigital.

The Chamber derives revenue from four streams: recurring annual Membership Dues paid by 800+ members (with no increase implemented for 2026); tiered Leading Investor Sponsorships providing visibility at signature events and across marketing channels; transactional Event Fees including ticket, booth, and registration revenue across signature events; and transaction processing on the Heart for Washington County community-currency program. Major Diamond Level Leading Investors include Intel, Amazon, Nike, Kaiser Permanente, NW Natural, and Columbia Bank. The organization operates through a 53-employee staff under President & CEO Josh Tompkins (appointed November 2025 following Deanna Palm's retirement) and maintains formal identity-based engagement via five Diversity Councils: API, Black Advisory, Latino Business, LGBTQ+, and Veterans Business Advisory Councils, plus an Unincorporated Washington County Business Advisory Council.

Name

Washington County Chamber of Commerce

Legal name

Washington County Chamber of Commerce

Website

https://washingtoncountychamberor.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The Washington County Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit membership organization in Hillsboro, Oregon, representing over 800 member businesses and approximately 75,000 jobs through advocacy, networking events, workforce development programs, and signature community programming across Washington County.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Hillsboro

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from businesses across Washington County. The Chamber maintains over 800 member businesses. No dues increase was implemented for 2026 to ensure accessibility during challenging economic cycles.
2. Sponsorship & Advertising: Leading Investor sponsorships and advertising opportunities provide tiered visibility for businesses. Sponsors receive recognition at signature events, on the website, and through Chamber communications.
3. Event Fees: Revenue from signature events including the Washington County Women's Conference, Crystal Apple Awards, Farm Fresh Uncorked, Small Business Expo, Juneteenth Celebration, Latino Business Summit, Manufacturers Symposium, Golf Scramble, and Awards Gala. Booth fees, registration fees, and ticket sales.
4. Heart for Washington County Program: Community currency gift certificate program where the Chamber facilitates purchases of gift certificates redeemable at member businesses, generating transaction processing value.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Washington County Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit membership organization that sells annual business memberships and sponsorships, providing members with a member directory listing, advocacy representation before local and state government, networking events, workforce development programming, and signature community events. It serves over 800 member businesses across Washington County, Oregon, generating revenue primarily from membership dues, event fees, and tiered Leading Investor sponsorships.

Product overview

The Washington County Chamber of Commerce is a membership-based organization offering a portfolio of programs and services centered around advocacy, networking, and business development. The core offerings include a Membership Directory providing business visibility, Advocacy Services for policy influence, and Signature Events for community engagement. The Chamber operates various programs including the School to Career workforce development initiative, Small Business Solutions Series educational sessions, Leadership Hillsboro development program, and Diversity Councils supporting underrepresented business communities. Additional services include the Heart for Washington County gift certificate program, Job Board, and member insurance benefits through OneDigital partnership.

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Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Membership Directory A searchable directory of Chamber member businesses providing 24/7 visibility, exposure, referral network access, and lead generation for member businesses across Washington County.
• Advocacy Services Public policy and government advocacy services representing business interests at local, county, and state levels through the Public Policy Committee, Proxy lobbying firm, and direct engagement with lawmakers.
• Signature Events Annual signature events including the Washington County Women's Conference, Crystal Apple Awards, Small Business Expo, Juneteenth Celebration, Latino Community Festival, Golf Scramble, Latino Business Summit, Manufacturers Symposium, and Awards Gala.
• Small Business Solutions Series Expert-led monthly learning sessions for small businesses covering marketing, finance, technology, operations, and government resources, delivered virtually (free for members) and in-person at low cost.
• Leadership Hillsboro Leadership development program cultivating community leaders through structured education and engagement with local business and civic issues.
• School to Career Workforce development program connecting high school students with career exploration opportunities including Experiential Learning Opportunities, mentorships, job shadows, WORKS internships, Teen Market, and career events.
• Heart for Washington County Community currency gift certificate program redeemable at participating Chamber member businesses, driving local spending toward member merchants.
• Job Board Online job posting platform connecting employers with job seekers in the Washington County region.
• Diversity Councils Advisory councils including API Business Advisory Council, Black Advisory Business Council, Latino Business Advisory Council, LGBTQ+ Business Advisory Council, and Veterans Business Advisory Council providing targeted advocacy and programming.
• Member Insurance Benefits Exclusive member-only health plan benefit program delivered through partnership with OneDigital, helping businesses and employees better understand and use their health benefits.
• Washington County Chamber Young Professionals Networking and professional development program for young professionals in the Washington County business community.
• Women's Business Network Networking and empowerment program connecting women business owners and professionals in Washington County through events and the annual Women's Conference.
• Conectate Program designed to connect and support Latino businesses and professionals in the Washington County community.
• Electronic Certificate of Origin Electronic Certificate of Origin issuance service supporting member businesses engaged in international trade documentation.
• Advertising Services Advertising opportunities through Chamber communications, website, and Summer Shopping Guide & Directory for member and non-member businesses seeking visibility in the Washington County market.

Named customers13 records

Segments11 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• DoorDashminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 May 2026Partnership to launch Local Business Workshop - a free, one-day, in-person training workshop for Washington County small business owners on using DoorDash's platform and delivery services.
• U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 October 2024Strategic Alliance Memorandum to strengthen local business support. The partnership formalizes collaboration between the Chamber and SBA to provide resources, guidance, and support for small businesses in Washington County.
• OneDigitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive partnership providing member insurance benefits through OneDigital. This member-only offering helps businesses and their teams better understand and use health plan benefits, with tools and support designed to make care easier to navigate and more affordable.
• InRoads Credit UnioncoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership in small business grant program providing $25,000 in grants to five local small businesses. InRoads partnered with Fiserv and the Chamber to support entrepreneurs through the Back2Business program.
• ProxycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLobbyist firm representing Chamber interests in Salem during Oregon Legislative Sessions. Proxy monitors legislation, meets with lawmakers, coordinates coalition efforts, and ensures business voice is represented in state policy discussions.
• Motus RecruitingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRecruiting firm handling the Chamber's President & CEO search. Applications accepted only through Motus Recruiting website.
• City of HillsborocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey municipal partner co-presenting Juneteenth Celebration and supporting various Chamber events. Partnership includes economic development collaboration and venue access.
• OnPoint Community Credit UnioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Crystal Apple Awards celebrating educational excellence. Largest credit union in Oregon serving over 554,000 members, co-presenting Chamber's annual education recognition event.
• Pardio FitnessminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor of the 2024 Juneteenth Celebration 'The Reunion', supporting the annual event organized by the Black Advisory Business Council.
• Umpqua BankminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor of Farm Fresh Uncorked 10th anniversary celebration event, supporting local agricultural and small business community.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce: Chamber serving Lake Oswego, Oregon, in the Portland metro area but outside Washington County. Similar membership-based model with comparable signature events and advocacy work.
• Wilsonville Chamber of Commerce: Chamber serving Wilsonville, Oregon, on the southern edge of Washington County. Comparable SMB membership and event-driven revenue model.
• Tualatin Chamber of Commerce: Chamber serving Tualatin, Oregon, a smaller city adjacent to Washington County. Similar SMB-focused membership model with networking events and advocacy programming.
• Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce: Chamber serving Beaverton — a major city within Washington County itself, creating direct geographical overlap. Direct competitor for member businesses in the same county footprint.
• Tigard Area Chamber of Commerce: Chamber serving Tigard, Oregon, adjacent to Washington County with overlapping member businesses. Comparable in scale and program offerings, competing for the same regional SMB membership pool.

Direct peers

• Portland Business Alliance: Regional chamber of commerce serving Portland, Oregon, with a similarly membership-based business advocacy model. The closest peer given geographic proximity and overlapping member demographics in the Portland metro area.
• Oregon Business & Industry (OBI): Statewide business association and chamber of commerce equivalent for Oregon, providing legislative advocacy, policy work, and business member services. Directly comparable in advocacy mission and membership structure to the Washington County Chamber.
• Salem Area Chamber of Commerce: Regional chamber serving Salem, Oregon, with the same membership dues, sponsorship tier, and signature event model as the Washington County Chamber. Comparable in scale (~similar membership count) and program mix.

Others

• City of Hillsboro Economic Development: Municipal economic development partner serving the same primary geography as the Chamber. While not a competing chamber, it is an ecosystem partner that influences member value and advocacy outcomes.

Broad incumbents

• U.S. Chamber of Commerce: National federation of chambers of commerce. The Washington County Chamber is part of this broader ecosystem and shares the same fundamental advocacy and business representation mandate, though at vastly different scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

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