Pierce County Events Calendar

Pierce County Events Calendar

This calendar is the place to find fun events happening throughout Pierce County, including Tacoma, Puyallup, Lakewood and beyond.

Have an event that isn’t listed? Please email events@SouthSoundTalk.com with the following information:

  • Name of Event
  • Date, time and location (name of business if applicable and complete address)
  • Organizer(s) name
  • Cost
  • URL to purchase tickets
  • Website URL
  • SHORT description of the event
  • Photo

Our editors will review and post within a few business days.

Agenda
Agenda
May 2021 – May 2022 May 2021 – May 2022
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May
1
Sat
Washington State Franchise Show – Free Tickets @ Greater Tacoma Convention Center
Tickets
May 1 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

GET YOUR FREE TICKETS:https://thebizex.com/blog/washingtonstate
You are invited to The Franchise Show at Greater Tacoma Convention Center from May 1 – 2, 2021! (*Safety Precautions are in Place*)

Buying a franchise or proven business opportunity eliminates all the hard work of opening a business independently and will help avoid much of the risk of starting a new business. Take control of your future, increase your income, and find your path to a better lifestyle. Get the information you need to find the right business for you!

– Full-time and Part-time business opportunities from every industry, at every investment level
– Seminars: Legal Advice, How to Choose the Business For You, Financing Options and much more
– Proven money making businesses looking to meet new potential owners
– Get the information you need and ask questions from top-tier franchisors
– Save Hundreds of Hours of Research Time

GET YOUR FREE TICKETS: https://thebizex.com/blog/washingtonstate
May 1: 11AM – 5PM
May 2: 11AM – 4 PM

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Categories: Business Networking Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Tags: Bellevue Business Networking Business Development business networking business professionals franchise Tacoma Business Networking
May
2
Sun
Washington State Franchise Show – Free Tickets @ Greater Tacoma Convention Center
Tickets
May 2 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

GET YOUR FREE TICKETS:https://thebizex.com/blog/washingtonstate
You are invited to The Franchise Show at Greater Tacoma Convention Center from May 1 – 2, 2021! (*Safety Precautions are in Place*)

Buying a franchise or proven business opportunity eliminates all the hard work of opening a business independently and will help avoid much of the risk of starting a new business. Take control of your future, increase your income, and find your path to a better lifestyle. Get the information you need to find the right business for you!

– Full-time and Part-time business opportunities from every industry, at every investment level
– Seminars: Legal Advice, How to Choose the Business For You, Financing Options and much more
– Proven money making businesses looking to meet new potential owners
– Get the information you need and ask questions from top-tier franchisors
– Save Hundreds of Hours of Research Time

GET YOUR FREE TICKETS: https://thebizex.com/blog/washingtonstate
May 1: 11AM – 5PM
May 2: 11AM – 4 PM

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Categories: Business Networking Events Festivals, Expos, and Parades Tags: Bellevue Business Networking Business Development business networking business professionals franchise Tacoma Business Networking
May
3
Mon
6th Annual South Sound Business Summit @ email video speaker
Tickets
May 3 – May 7 all-day

The first full week of May is designated National Small Business Week. Every year since 1963, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation announcing National Small Business Week, which recognizes the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Six years ago, Paul Long, a local commercial/business banker, created the South Sound Business Summit to give the opportunity for business owners to hear from local and national leaders about the challenges and successes of owning a small business. Last year 150 business leaders attended the online summit and learned from 3 nationally recognized speakers.

For 2021, everyone has experienced challenges to business and need to hear about ways to grow, expand or survive during these unprecedented times. Many people are also tired of webinars, zoom meetings and we are still unable to meet in person. This year attendees will receive a daily email from Monday May 3rd- Friday May 7th with a short 5-7-minute video interviews from local leaders.

Topics and Speakers in 2021 will be

Monday
7 Content Creation Hacks- For your website and Social media
Speaker: Valarie Harris, Branding & Marketing Coach, Varris Marketing Group

Tuesday
The Government is sitting on Millions- Where to get grants and loans during this crazy time
Speaker: Paul Long, Senior Vice President Business Banking, Timberland Bank

Wednesday
DISTANCE THIS!- Social Distancing Marketing Strategies
Speaker: Doug Hudak, Owner, BAM Design

Thursday
Surviving the Pandemic: Overcoming COVID’s Mental Impact on Your Business
Speaker: Michael Brouillette, Owner & Therapist of Balanced Counseling

Friday
10x Your Productivity in 3 Days or Less
Speaker: Jillian Flodstrom, Small Business Strategist

Also, business owners do not have “extra funds”, so this year we are providing the summit to you at NO CHARGE. To sign up for the 2021 South Sound Business Summit at www.southsoundbusinesssummit.com

This speaker series is a great opportunity for business owners to learn through an educational event that inspires and connects the business community. We hope to be back in 2022 with another in-person event.

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Categories: Business Networking Events Education Tags: #shopsmallbusiness business business education
May
27
Thu
Celebrating Dreams: Strength in CommUNITY @ Online
Tickets
May 27 @ 5:45 pm – 7:00 pm

Celebrate woman-owned businesses during Celebrating Dreams: Strength in CommUNITY
Registration is now open for this free virtual event to connect with other female entrepreneurs, mentors, resources, and leaders – all while celebrating female entrepreneurship.

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Business Networking Events Education Women Focused Events Tags: #BusinessImpactNW #CelebratingDreams #WomeninBusiness #WomanOwned #WomenEntrepreneurs #SmallBusinessBigImpact
Jul
21
Wed
Workforce Summit 2.0 @ Greater Tacoma Convention Center
Tickets
Jul 21 @ 9:30 am – 4:00 pm

The 2.0 update gives you brand new workforce solutions for today’s evolving business environment

This year’s event is bringing together new ideas and innovative employers to share tools to support a world-class workforce in our state.

Featuring fresh topics like employee mental health in the wake of the pandemic, the importance of diversity and inclusion development, new and unique career pathways employers should consider for their workforce development and the future of teleworking.
We are bringing you a full-day event filled with networking and collaboration opportunities.

Registration is now open for this live event. Attend safely in-person or virtually, or watch the on-demand video content later at a time of your choosing. Based on the state’s Phase 3 guidelines, there are a limited number of in-person tickets available. Register early to secure your spot.

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Categories: Business Networking Events Education Workshops, Classes and Lectures
Sep
11
Sat
Party with Proof-A Grand Opening @ Proof Patisserie and Cafe
Tickets
Sep 11 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Party with Proof-A Grand Opening @ Proof Patisserie and Cafe

Grand Opening Proof Patisserie and Cafe

Discounts and Giveaways

Special Patisseries

Kid Coloring Contest

Tacoma Small Business

Pop Up

Music and More!

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Categories: Business Networking Events Food & Beverage
Sep
12
Sun
Party with Proof-A Grand Opening @ Proof Patisserie and Cafe
Tickets
Sep 12 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Party with Proof-A Grand Opening @ Proof Patisserie and Cafe

Grand Opening Proof Patisserie and Cafe

Discounts and Giveaways

Special Patisseries

Kid Coloring Contest

Tacoma Small Business

Pop Up

Music and More!

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Categories: Business Networking Events Food & Beverage
Apr
30
Sat
Community Brunch Series: Spring Forward in Business ! @ Rain Incubator
Tickets
Apr 30 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

We recognize the current generation’s lack of connection in businesses. We have a multigenerational work force and it’s important to connect with mentors and have a chance to network.

Rain Incubator and Space Works are teaming up for the third event in the Community Brunch Series :Spring Forward In Business.

Get a chance to support local artists, learn about growing your small business , eat from a local caterer, and get a chance to network.

Tickets through Eventbrite: $25

Tickets at the door : $30

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Business Networking Events Education Food & Beverage Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: #WomeninBusiness #WomanOwned #WomenEntrepreneurs #SmallBusinessBigImpact small business
May
4
Wed
7th Annual South Sound Business Summit @ Online
Tickets
May 4 @ 7:00 am – 2:00 pm

The 2022 Virtual South Sound Business Summit
Tickets: $25 General Admission ($18 Student and Veteran)
2 Keynote Speakers and 8 Mini Sessions
(Attend only the sessions you want or attend all)
SPEAKERS WILL BE LIVE AND BE RECORDED IF YOU MISS IT.

SUMMIT WILL KICK OFF: May 4, 2022 8:00 am- 2:00 pm

All profits will be divided up by local King, Pierce, and Thurston County participating Chambers of Commerce.

For more information about the South Sound Business Summit visit: http://www.southsoundbusinesssummit.com

WHAT IS THE EVENT?: Founded in 2015, The South Sound Business Summit’s purpose is to support South King, Pierce and Thurston County business owners and C-suite managers through a forum where you can learn business, leadership and marketing from market leaders who want you to succeed.

WHY DOES THIS EVENT EXIST?: We believe that the local business community needs a place to learn from other business owner’s success and failures, marketing techniques and other ways to grow and expand your business. We do this to give back, not to make a profit, so that everyone can succeed in business.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?: Business owners, managers and entrepreneurs looking to make the most of their business, employees and profitability. Businesses with large or small revenue should attend; the topics help all businesses regardless of size.

Speaker Lineup

Lisa Bridge- CEO Ben Bridge Jeweler ** Evolution Not Revolution**

T’Wana Nobles- Tacoma Urban League, WA State Senator and seen on Undercover Billionaire **Billion Dollar Business Mindset**

8 Mini Sessions

Is your Business Popular? Jason Yormark- Socialistics

Find the Profits in your Business- Rebecca Howell, Custom Bookkeeping & Accounting

Smart Sales Simplified- Mark Winter, Winsource Group

How to get started with E Commerce- Elizabeth Paulsen- Cascade E-Commerce

Date your leads, Marry your customers- Ramon Ray- Small Business Growth Expert

Key things to know about starting a business- Jeff Freedman- South Sound SCORE

Do you have any exit plan? William Manzanares- Willtalksbiz.com

What is your Business Worth? Terry Lammers- Innovative Business Advisors

Thank you to our 2022 Sponsors

Paul T Long- Trusted Business Lender for the South Sound

Timberland Bank

South Sound Business Magazine

Our Local Chamber of Commerce Sponsors

Tumwater Chamber of Commerce

Puyallup Sumner Chamber of Commerce

Auburn Chamber of Commerce

Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce

Tacoma Pierce County Chamber

Fife Milton Edgewood Chamber

Thurston County Chamber

Lacey South Sound Chamber

Speaker Sponsor

South Sound SCORE

Funds contributed toward this event are not tax deductible. This is a crowdfunded event and is not run by any business or entity.

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Categories: Business Networking Events Education Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: small business
May
5
Thu
Hire Pierce County Virtual Job Fair @ Virtual
Tickets
May 5 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Join us at Hire Pierce County, a virtual job fair featuring employers throughout Pierce County looking to fill open positions. Job opportunities range from healthcare to manufacturing and everything in between.

Chat live with representatives from local businesses in healthcare, transportation, retail, manufacturing, and more.

You don’t want to miss this exciting event! Register today!

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Categories: Business Networking Events
May 2021 – May 2022 May 2021 – May 2022