ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The well-being of a community depends largely on its economic health, and the Eugene Chamber is committed to enhancing the prosperity of our region through our economic development and job-creation efforts. The Chamber’s economic development strategies build on regional strengths, focusing on supporting businesses in four primary areas:
In addition, the Eugene Chamber is a partner in local economic development efforts such as:
- Business retention/expansion (BRE)
- Building local business sectors
- Business recruitment
- Entrepreneurship/innovation.
In addition, the Eugene Chamber is a partner in local economic development efforts such as:
- SCORE Business Mentoring
- Lane County Sector Strategies Team
- The Arts and Business Alliance of Eugene
- Travel Lane County
- DOWNTOWN EUGENE INC. & DOWNTOWN EUGENE MERCHANTS
ONWARD EUGENE |
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Onward Eugene unites regional partners — mobilizing rebuilding efforts to fully realize our regions shared potential for expansive and inclusive prosperity. Bringing together support for startups, business expansion, regional marketing and business recruiting initiatives. Onward Eugene is a force multiplier in the creation of economic resilience.
EV-HPEC |
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EV-HPEC is the go-to for Lean Information in Lane County. They have a network of over 20 businesses that have and are participating in the program. They recognize the value of the training, the certification program, and the opportunity to learn with others through real-life examples. For individuals, they are able to learn a set of skills in “Lean Process” which can carry over to any job at any company.
Offered are three levels of certification: Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced with certification through Lane Community College. The member companies have assured us that employees with these certifications are more desirable, with all other qualifications being equal.
Offered are three levels of certification: Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced with certification through Lane Community College. The member companies have assured us that employees with these certifications are more desirable, with all other qualifications being equal.