Cowlitz Economic Development Council
An Investment In Your
Business Future
Sign Up To Attend LEAN 101: Basics of Administrative Processes Workshop
Identify and categorize the eight wastes of lean Recognize lean concepts as an industry standard Apply lean concepts to simple improvement projects Gain hands-on experience applying lean principles Workplace Organization (5S) – Creating efficient and sustainable workflows Batch Size Reduction & One-Piece Flow – Optimizing production efficiency Visual Controls – Enhancing workplace communication Efficient Facility Layout – Structuring spaces for productivity Standardized Work – Streamlining processes for consistency Quality at the Source – Reducing errors and waste Pull Systems/Kanban – Managing workflows effectively
Use discount code LEAN101 to attend this workshop for $75 instead of $199 full price, compliments of the Cowlitz EDC and Small Manufacturers Growth grant from Impact Washington. The seats are allocated on a first come, first serve basis.Enjoy Member Benefits by Joining CEDC!
Cowlitz Economic Development Council is a county-wide, private, not-for-profit organization in which members promote, influence, and advance the economic vitality of Cowlitz County.
- Business referrals from newly recruited companies. Access to key information on new business developments, economic trends, and changes in the marketplace.
- Contact with business leaders and legislators who are concerned about the health of the economy.
- The ability to influence government decisions on taxation, permitting, transportation, and laws and policies that affect the business climate.
- Assistance from CEDC’s staff of experts.
- Access to the region’s key decision makers from both private and public sectors.
- Opportunities to make a difference in your community’s future by uniting efforts with other prominent business leaders.
Application/Investment
2025 CEDC Annual Dues
Total Number of Employees
Minimum Investment
$625
$860
$1,395
$2,680
$4,080
$5,510
$260
$625
$1,610
Every Member has a Crucial Role
The CEDC is an important ally.
We help members grow their organizations by providing direct business development opportunities. As a benefit of joining CEDC we place your business in our online membership directory.
An investment in the CEDC is an investment in the future of your business.
By helping ensure the vitality of Cowlitz County’s economy, you will contribute to the long-term success of your business.
Business referrals from newly recruited companies.
Ability to influence government decisions on taxation, permitting, transportation, and laws and policies that affect the business climate.
Access to key information on new business developments, economic trends, and changes in the marketplace.
Access to business referrals and assistance from CEDC’s staff of experts.
Contact with business leaders and legislators who are concerned about the health of the economy.
Access to the region’s key decision makers from both private and public sectors.
Opportunities to make a difference in your community’s future by uniting efforts with other prominent business leaders.
Become a Member Today