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Inside the Port: Maritime Careers and Port of Olympia Tour | Business and Education Network Convening

Friday, November 13, 2026 (7:30 AM - 9:00 AM) (PST)

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Join us for the November convening of the Business and Education Network (BEN) and an inside look at the Port of Olympia and the careers connected to the port and maritime industry. Please feel free to bring a guest attendee who may also be interested in this event!

This event will have both in-person and virtual attendance options.

Meeting highlights:
  • Port and maritime industry presentation
  • Career pathways and regional workforce needs
  • Questions and discussion
  • Port of Olympia tour
  • “Bring a Guest” opportunity
Featured presenter:
Taber Lee, Communications and Marketing Senior Manager, Port of Olympia
Attendees will learn about the Port of Olympia’s role in our region, explore careers within the port and maritime industry, and hear about the skills needed to support this important sector.

BEN Community Connections & Updates
There will also be an opportunity to briefly introduce yourself and share a little about your organization. Attendees are welcome to provide updates such as upcoming events, helpful resources, organizational news, collaboration opportunities, or requests for support that may benefit the broader BEN network and community.

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The Business & Education Network connects leaders in business with education to better prepare students and create pathways to regional workforce opportunities. This team of people provides support and insight on industry needs of education, and support for the Business2Youth Connect initiatives involving education programs like Math for Life and Find Your Future.

At the Business and Education Network, we also routinely host “Employer Spotlights”. We will continue to invite local educators and businesses to join us and talk about the benefits of the industries that drive our region. We focus on the Career Pathways that the companies or industries offer, and what types of training are required. 

Join our meetings in person or virtually (when available): The Business and Education Network meets on the 2nd Friday of each month from 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM.

Port of Olympia
606 Columbia Street NW, Ste. 300
Olympia, WA 98501 United States
You will receive your Zoom Meeting link upon completion of your registration.
Event Contact
Mia Claire Ong
(360) 357-3362
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Friday, November 13, 2026 (7:30 AM - 9:00 AM) (PST)
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