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Events be part of the conversation. be part of the solution. 2019 legislative day & hill climb New Location: Capitol Campus & AWB Office Jan. 29 The day is your chance to be heard in Olympia. This event brings together business leaders, legislators and special guests with one message – to keep businesses’ priorities top-of-mind with elected officials. In addition to content, the Hill Climb gives attendees the opportunity to take their issues and concerns directly to their legislators on the Capitol campus. Make plans to join us now! 2019 workforce summit Hilton Bellevue March 6 AWB’s third-annual Workforce Summit will zero in on filling the workplace pipeline through workforce development, innovative workforce training and apprenticeships. This event is perfect for human resource professionals, business owners and business leaders looking to learn new ways of recruiting talent and engaging employees. save the date - spring meeting The Davenport Grand—Spokane May 7-8 Each spring, AWB goes on the road to Spokane for the annual Spring Meeting. Featured guest speakers address the critical issues of the day and members review the previous legislative session accomplishments with government affairs staff. The following morning, members gather for the spring board meeting. 2019 congressional affairs summit Venue TBD Aug. 13 The third-annual Congressional Affairs Summit will convene the state’s congressional delegation for a timely and educational discussion on federal areas affecting Washington state. From taxes to regulations to foreign policy, this unique event will provide an in-depth discussion with the congressional delegation on key issues. 2019 policy summit Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum Sept. 17-19 Make plans now to join us at Suncadia Resort Sept. 17-19. We will bring together thoughtful leaders and elected officials to provide three days of dynamic content in addition to a keynote speaker that is sure to WOW. AWB members climbed the hill in Olympia last year at the annual Legislative Day and Hill Climb. winter 2019 11