NOVEMBER LUNCHEON EVENT

Please join us, for the November Chamber Luncheon on Thursday, Nov. 20th, at Camas Meadows Golf Club. The CW Chamber of Commerce welcomes George Sharp of the Washington State Department of Community, Trade and Development (CTED). Sharp, is the Educational and Training Coordinator for the International Trade and Economic Development Division.

George Sharp has worked with, and for, communities and economic development organizations at the local, regional, and state level to enhance business growth and promote economic sustainability. George’s career has included stints as: Marketing Manager for CTED’s International Trade and Economic Development Division, Washington State Tourism Development Manager, Bellingham Chamber of Commerce Membership and Marketing Director, Pullman Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, Pullman Chamber of Commerce Visitor and Convention Director. George was also an owner of a motel, restaurant, and retail store. His experience in Economic Development, specifically in a small town setting provides him with insight other small towns can benefit from.

George has been recognized at the local, state and international level for leadership and creativity. He is a recipient of the United Way of Pullman Red Feather Leadership Award, Marshall A. Neill Outstanding Pullman Citizen of the Year Award, Washington State Tourism Awards for Best Cooperative Advertisement and Best Festival Marketing Campaign, International Festival and Events Association Gold Pinnacle Award for Best Public Service Announcement, and Silver Pinnacle Award for Best Radio Advertisement, and was inducted into the Pullman Chamber of Commerce Hall of Fame.