Workplace culture matters. Though a positive workplace culture isn’t created overnight, we know that the intentional time and resources to foster one is worth it, because when you do – when your team is connected, engaged, and empowered – the outcomes are impactful. At the heart of every local business are its people—the dedicated individuals who pour their passion and energy into serving their community and supporting a bottom line. When we invest in our people, we invest in the wellbeing of our businesses.

The Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the economic development arm of the organization, Onward Eugene, are here to advocate for your business’s success. Through our programs, knowledgeable staff, strong strategic efforts and advocacy, and economic development partnerships, our mission is to support a thriving business community of engaged individuals living happy, healthy lives.

Child Care Sector Strategist Holly Mar-Conte is reshaping the child care narrative. Her tireless efforts to improve access, affordability, and quality of care have not gone unnoticed. On March 1st, she was honored as the Minalee Saks Champion of Children at Parenting Now's auction and gala—a Night of Hope. Parenting Now, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting and educating parents, bestowed this prestigious award upon Mar-Conte in recognition of her unwavering commitment to the welfare of children and families throughout her career.