Bothell Kenmore Chamber of Commerce

What Bothell Kenmore Chamber of Commerce does

The Bothell Kenmore Chamber of Commerce is an independent nonprofit membership organization founded in 2007 and headquartered at 10031 Main Street, Suite A, Bothell, WA, serving approximately 375 local businesses, nonprofits, employers, and entrepreneurs across the Bothell and Kenmore corridor of Washington State. The Chamber operates as the connective tissue between the two cities and their business communities, delivering monthly networking forums (Kenmore Business Alliance, Bothell Business Forum, After Hours Networking, General Meeting), ribbon cuttings, signature events such as the Duck Duck Pour Wine Walk, and structured advocacy channels into the City of Bothell, City of Kenmore, and regional partners including UW Bothell, Community Transit, Sound Transit, and the Port of Seattle. Governance rests with a volunteer Board of Directors of up to 20 members drawn from the local business community, while a three-person staff led by Executive Director Sandra Lee Parker runs day-to-day operations.

The Chamber's product portfolio centers on annual membership tiers (Small $360, Growing $390, Mid-Size $720, Large $1,380, Individual $75, with a 50% nonprofit discount) plus add-on monetization through a $1,500/year Patron Membership, three-channel Event Sponsorship ($500-$5,000), and tiered Digital Advertising on quarterly commitments. Member-facing resources include a customizable online Business Directory, Community Calendar, Job Board, and educational programming such as the AI for Small Business Workshops and Leadership Cohort. The underlying technology is the GrowthZone CMS/membership management platform, which powers the website, member portal, online application, and directory — there are no proprietary AI, ML, or data products in the stack.

The Chamber is supported by a Patron sponsor roster that includes Alexa's Cafe Catering, Aroma Restaurant & Venue, ATT, Banner Bank, Bastyr University, EvergreenHealth, HRK Advisors, Port of Seattle, PSE, Recology, Sound Transit, Sundance Energy, Tend Home Team, the City of Bothell, the City of Kenmore, UW Bothell, Community Transit, and the Northshore Schools Foundation. Revenue is not publicly disclosed, but is generated almost entirely from membership dues, event sponsorships, advertising, and patron contributions, with a small operational staff and lean cost base consistent with a community-scale nonprofit.

Name

Bothell Kenmore Chamber of Commerce

Legal name

Bothell Kenmore Chamber of Commerce

Website

https://bothellkenmorechamber.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Bothell Kenmore Chamber of Commerce is a Bothell, WA-based nonprofit membership organization serving approximately 375 local businesses across the Bothell and Kenmore corridor, delivering monthly networking forums, advocacy with both city governments, signature events, and directory and sponsorship services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Bothell

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 based on organization size: Small ($360), Growing ($390), Mid-Size ($720), Large ($1,380), Individual ($75). Nonprofits receive 50% discount.
2. Event Sponsorships: Customizable sponsorships from $500 to $5,000 across Connect, Influence, and Convert channels. Includes event presence, branding, social posts, and lead capture.
3. Patron Membership: Premier investment level at $1,500/year providing maximum visibility: feature article, homepage logo, directory premier placement, signage at 15-20 events, newsletter logo placement.
4. Advertising: Digital advertising on Chamber website and newsletter: Tier 1 site-wide, Tier 2 page-specific, Tier 3 newsletter. Sold on quarterly commitments.
5. Community Partner: For nonprofits and civic organizations, patron-level visibility at discounted rate.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Bothell Kenmore Chamber of Commerce operates a membership-based business organization providing annual memberships to local businesses in the Bothell and Kenmore area. Members gain access to an online Business Directory, monthly networking events (General Meetings, After Hours Networking, Kenmore Business Alliance, Bothell Business Forum), social media promotion, advocacy with city leaders, and educational programming such as AI workshops and Leadership Cohorts. The Chamber also sells event sponsorships, digital advertising, and a premium Patron Membership tier.

Product overview

The Bothell Kenmore Chamber of Commerce operates as a membership-based business organization offering a unified portfolio of networking, visibility, and educational services. The core offering is Chamber Membership, which provides access to the Business Directory, General Meetings, After Hours Networking, and social media promotion. The Chamber's programming includes two dedicated networking groups—Kenmore Business Alliance (KBA) and Bothell Business Forum (BBF)—along with an Ambassador Committee for community representation. Paid add-on services include Event Sponsorship (three channels: Connect, Influence, Convert ranging $500-$5,000), Digital Advertising (Site-Wide, Page-Specific, or Newsletter tiers on quarterly commitment), and Patron Membership ($1,500/year for maximum visibility). Educational offerings include AI for Small Business Workshops and Leadership Cohort programs. The Chamber also maintains a Community Calendar and Job Board as member-facing resources.

Differentiator

Problem solved

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Brands

• Kenmore Business Alliance: A collaborative partnership between the Chamber and the City of Kenmore that brings together professionals and business owners for networking, local conversation, and a direct line to city officials. Meetings are free and open to everyone.
• Bothell Business Forum
• Ambassador Committee

Products and services

• Chamber Membership Annual membership providing business directory listing, social media spotlight across three platforms, invitations to monthly General Meetings (introductions to 150+ people), and customizable online Business Directory presence. Tiered by organization size: Small ($360/yr), Growing ($390/yr), Mid-Size ($720/yr), Large ($1,380/yr), Individual ($75/yr); nonprofits receive 50% discount.
• Business Directory Online searchable directory of Chamber member businesses, allowing customization of listings and category placement for broader search visibility.
• Kenmore Business Alliance (KBA) Monthly networking group for Kenmore businesses meeting the first Thursday of most months, featuring city department presentations and business discussions; meetings are free and open to everyone.
• Bothell Business Forum (BBF) Monthly networking forum for Bothell businesses meeting the second Wednesday of most months, with structured agenda including networking, announcements, and city partner discussions; meetings are free and open to everyone.
• After Hours Networking Monthly evening mixer providing a relaxed networking environment for Chamber members and local professionals.
• General Meeting Monthly meeting featuring speakers, member spotlights, and business introductions to 50-75 attendees, with opportunity to present to up to 150 people.
• Event Sponsorship Customizable sponsorships ranging from $500 to $5,000 across three channels: Connect (relationships/referrals), Influence (visibility/credibility), and Convert (traffic/leads).
• Digital Advertising Website advertising with three tiers: Site-Wide (all pages), Page-Specific (Business Directory, What's Happening), and Newsletter (weekly email digest), sold on quarterly commitments.
• Patron Membership Premier investment level at $1,500/year providing maximum visibility including homepage and Partners page logo placement, 15-20 annual event appearances, premier Business Directory placement, newsletter recognition, and social media postings across four channels.
• AI for Small Business Workshops Educational workshop series providing actionable AI tools and takeaways for busy business owners.
• Leadership Cohort Focused educational series providing professional development and leadership training for Chamber members.
• Ambassador Committee Volunteer committee representing the Chamber at ribbon cuttings, community events, and member visits, meeting monthly to strengthen Chamber relationships.
• Community Calendar Weekly-updated calendar aggregating local events, community happenings, and Chamber programming across Bothell and Kenmore.
• Job Board Online job board for Chamber members to post employment opportunities and local job seekers to find positions.

Quantifiable outcome

• 375 local businesses and organizations represented
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• City of BothellcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026City partner for Bothell Business Forum; active participation in business advocacy and economic development. Bothell is home to high-tech corridor, University of Washington Bothell, and Cascadia College.
• City of KenmorecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Collaborative partnership in Kenmore Business Alliance since 2013. City staff participate monthly to share updates and answer questions directly with business community.
• Northshore School DistrictminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Davis Family Sundance Scholarship for SAS students from Northshore School District Special Education Services program.
• University of Washington BothellminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBoard representation from UW Bothell; serves Bothell's higher education corridor.
• Community TransitminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPublic transit agency with Board representation; provides transportation updates at business forums.
• Port of SeattleminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional partner supporting Bothell Kenmore business community through economic development initiatives.
• Sound TransitminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional transit partner providing updates on transportation affecting Bothell Kenmore area.
• Northshore Schools FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFoundation partner supporting education and scholarship programs.
• Davis Family Sundance Scholarship FundminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEndowment-funded scholarship supporting Northshore School District SAS students, managed by Chamber with member donations.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Edmonds Chamber of Commerce: Direct peer — suburban Snohomish County Chamber serving Edmonds businesses with membership, advocacy, and networking events. Comparable in scale and offerings to Bothell Kenmore.
• Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce: Direct peer — also a Chamber of Commerce serving Seattle-area businesses with membership, advocacy, events, and programming. Bothell Kenmore operates as a sub-regional counterpart within the broader Seattle metro ecosystem.
• Renton Chamber of Commerce: Direct peer — south King County Chamber serving Renton businesses with membership, advocacy, and event programming. Operates with a similar suburban SMB-focused model.
• Kirkland Chamber of Commerce: Direct peer — neighboring Eastside Chamber serving Kirkland businesses with membership tiers, advocacy, and networking events. Operates in adjacent geography with nearly identical value proposition.
• Bellevue Chamber of Commerce: Direct peer — neighboring Eastside Chamber of Commerce with similar membership dues, event programming, and city partnership model serving Bellevue businesses. Highly comparable in structure and offerings.
• Woodinville Chamber of Commerce: Direct peer — neighboring Chamber serving Woodinville businesses, including wine/winery sector overlap with Bothell Kenmore's Duck Duck Pour wine walk event. Comparable scale and membership-based operating model.
• Shoreline Chamber of Commerce: Direct peer — north King County suburban Chamber serving Shoreline businesses with comparable membership, advocacy, and event programming structure.
• Issaquah Chamber of Commerce: Direct peer — Eastside Chamber serving Issaquah businesses with membership, networking events, and city advocacy. Comparable in scale, structure, and target member profile.
• Lynnwood Chamber of Commerce: Direct peer — Snohomish County Chamber serving Lynnwood businesses with membership dues, events, and city partnership model. Operates in directly adjacent geography with similar SMB member base.
• Redmond Chamber of Commerce: Direct peer — Eastside Chamber serving Redmond businesses (proximity to Microsoft HQ). Similar membership model, city partnership structure, and event programming targeting local SMBs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/BothellKenmoreChamber
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bothellkenmorechamber
• Instagraminstagram.com/bothellkenmorechamber

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Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Funding overview

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