The CMBA is a great group to be part of. A strong community of business owners and managers, who provide tremendous support for one another.”

The CMBA has been a great place for networking and building strong connections with local business owners I have been a member for over two years and rarely miss any Tuesdays mainly because they always have great public speakers talking about diverse life subjects and a warm lunch is always served. I would recommend anyone doing business in the surrounding neighborhood of Cedar Mill, Oregon.

The Cedar Mill Business Association is a group of professionals that are welcoming and supportive. It's been a great opportunity to connect with local businesses and get to know each other and learn more about each other's businesses. The meetings include excellent training and I learn something new and beneficial each month. I enjoy working in a community of such hospitable, friendly, capable people who are interested in making a positive impact in our community both personally and professionally.

The Ackerly at Timberland joined the CMBA in January of 2019. The group has been extremely welcoming and our business has seen immediate benefits from our membership. Our Food Service program has gained exposure through sponsoring lunch to the group for one of the business/networking meetings. Other members have inquired regarding catering options with our community. Other members have asked about hosting their business meetings/events in our large spaces. So far, we have hosted 3 different groups from the connections made as part of the association. Our community also opens their doors to the public for many of our programs and events, like a complimentary senior fitness class. The CMBA website and social media sites have advertised our events, which has led to new referrals and visitors coming through our building. In May, we were able to take part in our local Cedar Mill Farmer’s Market, utilizing the booth they set aside for CMBA members. We all take turns by signing up on a calendar that accommodates all the members and their business. The Ackerly at Timberland will get to use this booth twice this summer. The cost is a suggested donation of $10 that goes towards the Cedar Mill beautification fund. Overall, our business has seen several positive benefits from our membership. The networking possibilities are endless and completely up to the individual. The more time you spend fostering these relationships, the more benefits you will see. Regards, Katie Smith Sales Manager The Ackerly at Timberland

The Cedar Mill Business Association has been the best business networking group we’ve joined. The sense of community and support from other members has been invaluable to not only our business, but to us as individuals. The CMBA offers such a diverse and rich environment of business professionals and we meet someone new at each event! The positive energy at each meeting is empowering and the referrals keep coming in! If you’re considering joining the CMBA, come check out a meeting. The atmosphere is always friendly and inviting!

Over the last eight years, Sunset High School Choir has appreciated the support and enthusiasm shown by CMBA. My students look forward each year to being invited to sing at their annual December celebration. Donations from CMBA have supported our tours to San Francisco and Carnegie Hall/NYC. More than anything else we appreciate having the chance to share our music with such a thoughtful and appreciating audience. Thank you!

As a member of CMBA, Village Gallery of Arts makes additional community connections that support our goal of bringing art opportunities to the Cedar Mills area. A unique benefit from our CMBA membership is that Gallery artists have the opportunity to show/ demonstrate art and promote our classes by electing to use the CMBA booth at Cedar Mills Farmer’s Market on Saturdays May through October.