Martin Appointed Mentor for National CEO Leadership Programs
Martin Appointed Mentor for National CEO Leadership Programs(September 29, 2026) - Rebecca Martin, CCE, IOM, President and CEO of the Greater Federal Way Chamber of Commerce, has been appointed a mentor for the 2026-27 cohort of Propel, a national program of the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) that supports chamber leaders stepping into the CEO role for the first time.Propel equips new chamber executives with targeted professional development, mentorship and coaching, and peer
Chamber Honors 4 Businesses with Impact Awards
CHAMBER TO HONOR BUSINESSES WITH IMPACT AWARDS AT 2026 GALA;JIMMY MAC’S, BELLA RED, AND WASTE MANAGEMENT TO BE RECOGNIZED The Greater Federal Way Chamber will honor businesses with Impact Awards as part of its annual Gala on November 14, from 6-9 p.m., at the Woodbridge Corporate Park headquarters building. The 2026 theme celebrating business leadership is Gala Galaxy: Outta This World.The 2026 Impact Award recipients: Jimmy Mac’s Roadhouse will receive the Business Impact Award, Bella Red Salon will
Avoiding the Early Stumbles — Common Mistakes New Small Business Owners Make
Starting a small business in Federal Way is exciting — and a little terrifying. Every founder dreams of independence and impact, but many get tripped up by avoidable missteps. From mismanaging cash flow to underestimating paperwork, these early mistakes can stall momentum before success even begins. TL;DR New business owners often fall into the same traps: skipping financial planning, mixing personal and business funds, avoiding digital tools, ignoring contracts, and neglecting marketing
Signal Over Hype: Real Engagement Moves That Work for Small Businesses
Customer engagement isn’t a buzzword. It’s the blood flow keeping small businesses alive. When attention is scarce and competition is rabid, how you connect with people — not just once, but over and over again — defines your staying power. This isn’t about grand gestures or overpriced platforms. It’s about rhythm: the way a business shows up, hears what’s needed, and delivers with presence. Engagement isn’t built through noise. It’s built through signal — and every touchpoint is a chance to tune in or
Fringe Benefits Reimagined: How Employers Are Winning the Loyalty Game
The old rulebook of employee benefits has been tossed out, and in its place, companies are drawing up bold new blueprints for what it means to support their people. It’s no longer just about dental plans and matching 401(k)s—those have become the bare minimum. What’s changing is how employers are building cultures of belonging, autonomy, and wellness through benefits that reflect the needs of a shifting workforce. From fertility travel stipends to sabbatical experiences curated like luxury vacations,