Description

Each month Greater Grays Harbor, Inc. (GGHI) hosts a Business Forum Lunch (BFL) featuring rotating guest speakers on a wide range of topics relevant to the local business community. This month's BFL will feature the first County Administrator of Grays Harbor County, Sam Kim, who was appointed on August 5th, 2024.

During the BFL, Kim will have the opportunity to introduce himself to the crowd as well as share details into what his position entails and plans for his time in the role. Kim brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to public service, making him an excellent addition to the county’s leadership team.

In his new role, Kim will be responsible for managing the county’s operations, implementing strategic policies, and working closely with the Board of County Commissioners to achieve the county’s goals and enhance service delivery to the community. He will also oversee the coordination of county departments, ensuring efficient and effective governance.

A little bit about Sam Kim's background:

• Prior to being appointed County Administrator, Kim led IT operations at the Washington State Employment Security Department, Washington County in Oregon, Santa Clara County in Silicon Valley, and Clark County in Washington State. Sam has extensive leadership experience from executive positions at Caesars Entertainment and Hewlett-Packard Company, with a global focus on enterprise IT transformation, operations, security, profit and loss management, product development, outsourcing, lean processes, organizational leadership development, and cultural change management. 

A catered lunch by Kit's Catering Kitchen is included in the cost of the event. Thank you to our Lunch Sponsor, Timberland Bank!

All guests are required to pre-register for this event. There will be no options to pay at the door and walk-ins will not be allowed. To register, click the green 'Register' button on this page and follow the prompts. 

Cancellations/Substitutions: If you register for the event but are unable to attend, Greater Grays Harbor is still responsible for the cost of your luncheon/event reservation. If unable to attend, substitutions are welcome any time prior to the event date. Registrants are responsible for the full event fee for any cancellation made after 5pm, seven days prior to the event. Registration fees will not be refunded or waived after that date. No-shows will be charged the full registration fee.

Sponsor Bundles - Now Available! Business Forum Luncheon(s)
Presenting Sponsor | $1500 - Two available (Bundle includes: February, April, May, July, September, and October BFLs)

• Welcome attendees with brief (up to 3 minutes) sponsor spotlight presentation on your company
• Sponsor name/logo on all materials associated with event
• Two complimentary registrations
• Ability to bring pop up banner and/or other promotional materials and place near check in or place settings
• Business recognized from the podium as a sponsor

• Sponsor name/logo on lunch table signage
• Sponsor name/logo on all materials associated with event
• Opportunity to include insert for box lunches (sponsor provides one week prior to event)
• Two complimentary registrations
• Business recognized from the podium as a sponsor

• Ability to greet business leaders at door
• Sponsor name/logo on all materials associated with event
• One complimentary registration
• Business recognized from the podium as a sponsor