Join us for an engaging Chamber Chat where members come together to connect, learn, and grow!  

Meet the Board – Get to know the leaders guiding our chamber.  

Hear from the CEO – Learn about chamber growth and our exciting outlook for 2026.  

Network with Fellow Members – Build relationships and share ideas with local business leaders.  

This is your chance to stay informed, strengthen connections, and be part of shaping the future of our chamber.  

Don’t miss out—reserve your spot today!  

Thursday, Feb 5th
10:00am - 11:00am
The Crawlspace Gastropub
3041 78th Ave SE

This is a members meeting, first time guests are welcome. 

Calling all bold, brilliant, and unstoppable women in business! 

We’re thrilled to announce a brand‑new member benefit created just for YOU — the MICC Women in Business Group!

This is your space to connect, collaborate, and grow with other driven women who are ready to share insights, spark inspiration, and support each other every step of the way.

Join us for engaging workshops, fun activities, leadership development sessions, and our quarterly Owners Table Talks.

Let’s lift each other up and reach new heights—together.

First Interest Meeting:
📅 Friday, Feb 6th
⏰ 11:00am – 12:00pm
📍 Location coming soon!

This group is members-only, but first‑time guests are invited to attend the interest meeting to see if it’s the perfect fit for you. We’d love to have you there.

The Chamber’s Board of Directors meets monthly to review organizational business, financial reports, and strategic initiatives. These meetings provide an opportunity for the board to discuss ongoing programs, evaluate progress toward goals, and make decisions that guide the Chamber’s operations and community impact.

This is a regularly scheduled governance meeting of the Chamber’s leadership team.

This is a closed meeting. 

Lucia Blackwell, Manager, ST Content Studio:

Lucia manages ST Content Studio, the branded content arm of The Seattle Times. She oversees the development of partner campaigns that run on The Seattle Times, produces content for off-site partner channels, and leads strategy for The Ticket, the company’s events-focused subdomain.
Before joining The Seattle Times, Lucia spent 17 years as a copy editor, digital editor, and engagement editor in a Gannett newsroom in Delaware. Over the past decade, she has applied that editorial expertise to creating impactful, audience-driven content solutions for ST Content Studio’s partners.

Gail Kim, Account Director, Content Studio Services, Seattle Times Media Solutions:

Gail focuses on custom content partnership sales for ST Content Studio and Seattle Times Media Solutions, the advertising and marketing solutions arm of The Seattle Times. She collaborates with ST Content Studio on creative ideation and partnership growth opportunities, utilizing the creative and content production resources of the Content Studio with the omni-channel marketing capabilities of Seattle Times Media Solutions. 
Before joining The Seattle Times, Gail spent over 15 years in national media sales in New York City, working for lifestyle magazine brands such as Condé Nast Traveler, Glamour and Marie Claire, as well as digital-only brands such as Livestrong.com. She has leveraged her multi-platform experience to develop integrated, out-of-the-box solutions for Seattle Times’ clients.


Registration and payment required before workshop. Registration is non refundable. Please make sure you are able to attend before pruchasing tickets.

Calling all Island businesses. Do not miss this years Mercer Island High School Skill Trade and Internship Fair

Wednesday, February 25th.
10am - 2pm

The purpose of the fair is to introduce MIHS students to local businesses who may be interested in providing students with jobs or with opportunities for internships, job shadowing or mentoring. 

If your business offers internships, job shadowing, mentoring, apprenticeships or other training opportunities this is your chance to get in front of incoming job market pool.

Learn more and sign up to participate here

Champions of Change Women's Brunch

Hosted on Mercer Island
Featuring Guest Speaker: Loretta Soffe

Join us for a vibrant and inspiring morning at the Champions of Change Women's Brunch, a celebration of ambition, success, and the power of choice. Whether you're focused on advancing your career, exploring new opportunities, or shaping a fulfilling life, this event is designed for you.

• Keynote by Loretta Soffe — Renowned retail executive, board director, and strategic advisor, Loretta brings over 25 years of leadership experience across global brands including Gap Inc., Old Navy, and Athleta. She has a proven track record of driving growth, innovation, and strategic transformation in the retail industry.

• Real Talk, Real Stories — Hear Loretta’s journey through leadership roles, board service, and strategic advising, and how she has helped shape successful brands and empower professionals.

• Networking & Brunch — Connect with like-minded women over delicious bites, coffee, and conversation.

 Who Should Attend

• Women focused on career advancement and leadership

• Professionals navigating career transitions or re-entry

• Ambitious women seeking inspiration and community

• Anyone curious about redefining success on their own terms
  
  Date: Friday, February 27th
  Time: 10:30am -12:30pm
  Location: Mercer Island Community & Events Center
  
  Reserve your spot now — space is limited and the conversation is priceless.
  
  Loretta Soffe is a seasoned retail executive and strategic advisor with over 25 years of experience leading global brands. Her career includes senior leadership roles at Gap Inc., Old Navy, and Athleta, where she drove growth, innovation, and transformation. Loretta serves on multiple boards and is passionate about empowering women to achieve their professional and personal goals. Join us to hear her insights on building a successful career and life on your own terms.
  
  Let’s brunch, bond, and build together.