Edmonds Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Series
Edmonds Chamber luncheons (held the 4th Thursday) present speakers and topics to inform our members about what is happening in Edmonds, Snohomish County and beyond. These luncheons are the place to learn, network and enjoy a fabulous meal from an Edmonds restaurant.
Guest Speaker: James McCafferty, Western Washington University
Topic: State of Snohomish County Economy
Meal:
- Grilled chicken breast
- Pasta salad
- Corn on the cob
- House or Caesar Salad
- Fruit tray
- Desert cakes and cookies
About James McCafferty
James McCafferty serves as Co-Director for Western Washington University?s Center for Economic and Business Research. In this role he seeks to broaden the connections between the University, the College of Business and Economics and the real world ? businesses, non-profits and government agencies ? through student internships, classroom based projects and consultative projects drawing on faculty, staff and students.
James? core skill areas include: research, financial modeling, business development, branding/identity, marketing, finance, tax and legal issues (from a lay perspective), operations, growth management, and strategic partnering.
James has an MBA from Western Washington University, a Bachelors of Science in Journalism/Public Relations from University of Oregon and is a Certified Global Business Professional.