Kathy's Connection

CAREER FACILITATOR/EXECUTIVE COACH ATTENDS STATE OF THE PORT OF VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON BREAKFAST

As a member of this community for 21 years, it always amazes how much I do know about my community. I remember the day I could enter a room and know everyone in it -- not any more.

Our community has grown to almost 400,000 people. Since we are directly across from Portland, Oregon our community continues to grow for we have superb schools and affordable housing.

I attended the breakfast which was presided over by Nancy Baker, the first woman President of the Port of Vancouver Commission. She outlined with pride some of the major initiatives that the Commission is undertaking.

She was followed by a presentation by Larry Paulson, Executive Director of the Port of Vancouver. Through his very effective use of a powerpoint presentation, those of us in the audience got to see behind the scenes views that truly captured the activity and the economic strength the Port brings to our area.

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Remember that State of the City, State of the County and State of the Port events are a quick way to learn a great deal about your community. In addition, you will meet influential people in your community.