Chamber Launches Program to Build Leadership Capacity
Strengthening Skills for Emerging and Experienced Leaders In January, the Federal Way Chamber of Commerce will launch a new Leadership Foundation Series, a practical, skills-based program designed to support professionals stepping into leadership roles, preparing for promotion, serving on community boards, or running for political office. “This program is about giving people the confidence and capability to lead,” said Chamber CEO Rebecca Martin. “Strong leadership starts with strong fundamentals and
Martin Appointed Mentor for National CEO Leadership Programs
Martin Appointed Mentor for National CEO Leadership Programs(September 29, 2026) - Rebecca Martin, CCE, IOM, President and CEO of the Greater Federal Way Chamber of Commerce, has been appointed a mentor for the 2026-27 cohort of Propel, a national program of the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) that supports chamber leaders stepping into the CEO role for the first time.Propel equips new chamber executives with targeted professional development, mentorship and coaching, and peer
Chamber Honors 4 Businesses with Impact Awards
CHAMBER TO HONOR BUSINESSES WITH IMPACT AWARDS AT 2026 GALA;JIMMY MAC’S, BELLA RED, AND WASTE MANAGEMENT TO BE RECOGNIZED The Greater Federal Way Chamber will honor businesses with Impact Awards as part of its annual Gala on November 14, from 6-9 p.m., at the Woodbridge Corporate Park headquarters building. The 2026 theme celebrating business leadership is Gala Galaxy: Outta This World.The 2026 Impact Award recipients: Jimmy Mac’s Roadhouse will receive the Business Impact Award, Bella Red Salon will
Adobe Firefly for Small Businesses and Community Organizations: A Practical Guide
What Is Adobe Firefly? What is Adobe Firefly?Adobe Firefly is a web-based generative artificial intelligence application developed by Adobe that allows users to create and modify visual and audio assets using text prompts. It operates as a standalone tool that interprets language inputs to produce images, vector graphics, text effects, and video elements. The final outputs are delivered in standard digital formats like JPEG, PNG, or MP4, and all features out of beta are fully cleared for commercial
How the Business of Healthcare Builds Community
Chamber EY Releases Report on Healthcare Industry in South King (Federal Way, WA).The Greater Federal Way Chamber recently released a report on South King County's healthcare landscape with Ernst & Young. The report studied the regional healthcare supply chain and identified potential opportunities to strengthen the region and its economic base through the healthcare industry. “When we examine healthcare through an economic lens, we discover a sector that uniquely combines stable demand, high-wage