Winthrop Chamber Mission Statement:
Grow and support the community, committed to developing a vibrant Winthrop and Methow Valley economy.
Get Involved in your community
The Winthrop Chamber of Commerce is a Member driven community organization. As business owners we understand that a healthy economy builds the foundation for the rest of the community to thrive. Our goal is to ensure sustainable and consistent visitor rates as well as support and communication for our members.
Our goal for 2023 and 2024 is to build the shoulder seasons and implement systems that will serve the Chamber for the next era for Winthrop. Through marketing campaigns, new events and targeted advertising, we aim bring visitors into town during times when Winthrops carrying capacity can handle them.
We provide multiple opportunities for businesses to be involved; from serving on the board, joining various committees, attending member meetings and cocktail hours. We have also partnered with Twispworks to keep members updateed on grants and business relief funds, provide funding support and educational opportunities.
Chamber Staff
Executive Director Ted Lafferty
Marketing Coordinator Bridget Schodorf
Winthrop Chamber Volunteer Board Members:
President Joshua Buehler of Abbycreek Inn
Treasurer Paul Peterson of Hotel Rio Vista
Secretary Jennifer Farmer of Peppertree Inn
Board Member Victoria Grady of The Inn at Mazama
Board Member Patsy Rowland of Winthrop Star Properties
Board Member Nate Young of Old Schoolhouse Brewery
Board Member Kary Brennan of Gathered Boutique
Board Member Nilsine Harris of Shotgun Nellies
Board Member Richard Wasson of the Methow Valley Ciderhouse
Board Member Abby bange of Observatory Inn
Chamber Member Benefits
When businesses become members of the Winthrop Chamber of Commerce, they have a dedicated page on the Winthrop Washington website. The page includes a description of the industry with photos, logo, contact information, website link, etc., for the calendar year. The marketing director will list the company in the business directory and any part of the website related to the services the business offers.
Monthly Networking:
-In addition, you are invited to attend our monthly chamber member meetings to give updates and announcements to other local business owners.
-Monthly guest speakers at the monthly meetings will keep you up-to-date on regional news and local experts who have resources for you.
Visitor Information Station:
-Members are encouraged to provide brochures, rack cards, event flyers, and sample menus for visitors to take or view at the information station.
-Members receive “map pads” to offer a tear-off area map. These are helpful to keep at your business when visitors ask for directions and advice. These are provided free of charge to Chamber Members.
Social Media:
Post on the Visit Winthrop Facebook group (2,600+ members) about business offerings and events at a reasonable frequency.
Advertising YOU!:
The town spends over $80K annually advertising the website to potential visitors in the Seattle and Spokane area on TV, radio, social media, Google search ads, email marketing, magazines, and other streaming services. Our website acquires over 105K visits a year. Multiple emails go out each month to over 13,000 email new subscribers.
Make the most of your chamber membership:
- Sponsor Events! Your business is listed in all Chamber of Commerce Sponsored shoulder season event promotions. Cost $100+ per event.
- Submit Your Events: List events on the website, on social media, and in email news blasts by emailing them to info@winthropwashington.com
- Join the board: The Winthrop Chamber board consists of volunteer local business owners. The chamber can powerfully influence the local economy and business-minded practices with more board members!
- Partner in Giveaways: Your business is mentioned in paid advertising when you offer a gift card for spring and fall TV and radio giveaways.
The annual cost of joining the Winthrop Chamber of Commerce is a mere $200 for businesses/individuals and $150 for non-profits.
Are you interested in the Winthrop Chamber supporting your event?
The Chamber offers event insurance, marketing & promoting, as well as access to local resources to make your event successful. Contact us at info@winthropwashington.com to learn more.
Ready to Join the Winthrop Chamber Now?
Renewing Members:
Thank you for your continued partnership with the Winthrop community!
1: Fill out any information below that may need to be updated.
2: Mail your membership check of $200 (or $150 for non-profits) to Winthrop Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 39 Winthrop, WA 98862.
New Members: Welcome aboard!
1: Please fill out the form below.
2: Email your logo to info@winthropwashington.com
3: Mail your membership check of $200 (or $150 for non-profits) to Winthrop Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 39 Winthrop, WA 98862
Online Payment Options:
Provide details for your business’s website listing:
Renewing Members:
Thank you for your continued partnership with the Winthrop community!
1: Fill out any information below that may need to be updated.
2: Mail your membership check of $200 (or $150 for non-profits) to Winthrop Chamber of Commerce PO Box 39 Winthrop, WA 98862, or pay with the online payment options listed above.
New Members: Welcome aboard!
1: Please fill out the entire form.
2: Email your logo to info@winthropwashington.com
3: Mail your membership check of $200 (or $150 for non-profits) to Winthrop Chamber of Commerce PO Box 39 Winthrop, WA 98862, or pay with the online payment options listed above.
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