Thurston Chamber 2026 Annual Meeting
Schedule
Wed, 20 May, 2026 at 11:30 am
UTC-07:00Location
Saint Martin's Worthington Center | Lacey, WA
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Join us for one of the Chamber’s most anticipated events of the year—our 121st Annual Meeting—featuring a powerful keynote from Lieutenant General Matthew W. McFarlane, Commanding General of I Corps at Joint Base Lewis-McChord.🌟 Why this matters
JBLM is a major economic driver in our region, with thousands of service members, families, and civilian employees living and working right here in Thurston County. The connection between our military and business community is strong—and growing.
🌟 What you’ll learn
Lt. Gen. McFarlane will share insights on:
• Military operations at scale—here and abroad
• How decisions at JBLM shape Indo-Pacific strategy
• The evolution of modern military operations and technology
🌟 Plus: Hear directly from Chamber leadership on key accomplishments, priorities, and how we’re continuing to connect business, education, and community to build a thriving local economy.
🌟 Why attend
This is a rare opportunity to hear from one of the nation’s top military leaders while gaining valuable insight into the future of our region.
🌟When: Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | 11:30 am – 1:15 pm
🌟 Where: Saint Martin’s University, Norman Worthington Center
👉 Learn more & register: https://members.thurstonchamber.com/events/Details/thurston-county-chamber-s-121st-annual-meeting-1644405?sourceTypeId=Website
We’ll see you there!
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