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Milestone Members

Reinvesting Members

Chamber Dollar Reminder

Albany Area Chamber

Network JULY 2020 Volume 52, Issue #7

Masks Are MandatoryGov. Kate Brown will require Oregonians throughout

the state to wear face masks while in indoor public spaces beginning today, July 1st.

Need masks? See page 6

p1Golden Ticket

p2Outgoing Board

New Board Members

Message from the ChairSee page 1

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR DIAMOND MEMBER

p7Golf Tournament Winners

p8Member Accolades & News

Leadership Albany

p9Powerbook

1 Albany Area Chamber Network

Message from the ChairCommitted to Serve

It’s a tremendous honor and privilege to serve as the incoming chair of your Albany Area Chamber of Commerce.

A few months back a Chamber colleague shared an article penned by Bob Harris, a reputable non-profit management consultant. In his piece Harris shared his plan for recovery by associations, chambers, and nonprofits, which he believed are well positioned to lead recovery for their communities in the wake of COVID19. While reading one line in particular stood out to me, Harris challenged those in positions of influence to “avow to be the champion for the people you serve.”

The Greek word for service, diakoneo, is defined as one who executes at the commands of another. In a practical sense you can visualize someone who waits upon, or is an attendant of another. However, when you drill down to the real essence of the word, the idea of service is to advance another’s interest even at the expense of sacrificing one’s own. Too often in our culture today we have that backwards. We think of service as something we are to receive, rather than something we are to perform.

We are fortunate that the Chamber’s board of directors, like our community, embody that service-oriented mindset. As area businesses we may have very different reasons for belonging to the Chamber but we are united in the common purpose to serve our family, friends, and neighbors. Harris’ idea of “being the champion for the people we serve,” is encapsulated in the very mission of the Chamber to be “Your Business and Community Advocate.”

I would like to express my heart-felt appreciation to out-going Chair Kristal Dufour for her countless contributions to the Chamber these past 12 months. The Chamber’s successful rebranding and marketing initiatives championed by Kristal will continue to pay dividends for years to come. I am grateful that I will be able to rely on her steady hand and sound council during my term as chair.

As I reflect on the challenges that our community will confront in the months ahead, I am

encouraged by opportunity I have been given to put the interests of the Chamber, and

specifically the interests of your businesses before my own.

Thank you for the opportunity to serve.

Debbie Burks

Owner, Jacopetti’s Catering

Personal backgroundI was born and raised in Albany, Oregon. Although I currently reside in Scio, Albany has always been my “hometown”. I’ve been married for 38 years to the most kind and supportive man. You may have met my husband Ron on events we have catered. Jacopetti’s Catering has been ours for 20 years and our sole support since 2008.

Biggest issue facing Albany

The biggest issue I feel that Albany is currently facing is keeping small business afloat. Covid-19 has really had a negative impact on business and small businesses have been hit especially hard. I do know that when the community works together great things happen. The more we can help each other, the better we will all be.

Chamber/community involvementWe’ve been members of the Albany Chamber for 20 years. While we are unable to attend many of the functions due to our job schedule, we often cater for them.

Business marketing nicheWell, our business slogan is “We love to cook for you!”, so if you eat then you’re our target client! We do a large amount of business catering and just about any event that requires a meal.

GOLDEN TICKET WINNER

Jon Kloor

NW Natural

2020-2021 Board Chair

Albany Area Chamber Network 2

Outgoing Board MembersThank you for your service

Kevin Gray

Gray Farms Inc.

Greg Hamann

Linn-Benton Community College

Heather McGowan

Boldt, Carlisle + Smith

Board Chair2019-20 Board Chair Kristal Dufour, AAsum-Dufour Funeral Home, is honored with a plaque for her service by incoming Board Chair Jon Kloor, NW Natural.

Welcome New Board MembersAbel Condrea, Edward Jones

Celeste Krueger, Pacific Power

Sarah Steen, Amerititle

Brice Winney, Stack Hip

Albany Area Chamber Network 3

Thank You Volunteers!Ag Appreciation Breakfast:Stan Boshart, Boshart Trucking, Inc.Gary Cook, Cook Family Farms, Inc.Sue Creel, First American TitleCurt Dannen, Nutrien Ag Solution, Inc.Skip Gray, Gray Farms, Inc.John Jenks, Jenks Hatchery, Inc.Wayne Parker, National Frozen Foods Corp.Mark Raum, Umpqua BankMichele Webster, OSU Extension Service

Albany Business Extravaganza:Deborah Bivens, Central Willamette Credit UnionJeff Blackford, C.H.A.N.C.E.Marlene Brown, New York LifeKaren Caswell, Circle Celebrations and EventsDwight Dzierzek, Northwest Community Credit UnionChrystal Hart-Meeker, Xtreme GrafxRachel Kiernan, SpotOn Transact LLCMike Mason, KGAL/KSHO RadioArthur Meeker, Xtreme GrafxLiz Tilson-Ramirez, AMOR Events

Ambassadors:Deborah Bivens, Central Willamette Credit UnionDebbie Blasquez, Koontz, Blasquez & AssociatesMarlene Brown, New York LifeBill Clotere, RetiredBrian Dietrich, PARR LumberKristal Dufour, AAsum-Dufour Funeral HomeDwight Dzierzek, Northwest Community Credit UnionSandra Easdale, Oregon Cascades West COGErik Fedler, Central Willamette Credit UnionCarrie Harrington, Boys & Girls Club of AlbanyChrystal Hart-Meeker, Xtreme GrafxAdrienne Irwin, COUNTRY Financial - IrwinDanelle Kindred, Oregon State Credit UnionJohn Kollaer, Mennonite VillageJohn Pascone, Albany Millersburg Economic Development Corp.

Liz Ramirez, Boys & Girls Club of AlbanyColleen Woods, COUNTRY Financial – Morford

Board of Directors:Sue Creel, First American TitleBrian Dietrich, PARR LumberBill Draper, ATI Specialty Alloys & ComponentsKristal Dufour, AAsum-Dufour Funeral HomeJenny Gilmore-Robinson, ABC HouseMelissa Goff, Greater Albany Public SchoolsKevin Gray, Gray Farms, Inc.Greg Hamann, Linn-Benton Community CollegeJoel Kinman, Gerding BuildersJon Kloor, NW Natural Gas CompanyKevin Konzelman, Stutzman Services, Inc.Kevin Manske, Cadwell Realty Group - ManskeHeather McGowan, CPA, Boldt Carlisle + SmithLori McKinnon, Coastal Jim Merryman, Oregon Freeze DryJohn Pascone, Albany Millersburg Economic Development Corp.Cordell Post, Post Law Firm, PCJames Ramseyer, Consumers Power, Inc.Chris Reese, Southpaws Perfect Pizza and Sports PubLoren Roth, Citizens BankStacie Wyss-Schoenborn, Central Willamette Credit UnionRick Younger, Viper Northwest, Inc.

Education:Clay Dluehosh, retiredSkip Gray, Gray Farms, Inc.John Kollaer, Mennonite VillageMark Raum, Umpqua BankEmerson Smoker Sr., Rite Way Electric, Inc.Rex Watkins, Albany Aquatics Association

Albany Area Chamber Network 4

Emerging Leaders:Daniel Amorim Freitas, Framework ContractingAvril Koehler, Citizens BankJacqueline Osborne, Comfort Suites of AlbanyJake Peterson, Albany Carpet One Floor and HomeLiz Tilson-Ramirez, Boys & Girls Club of AlbanyBobby Samai, BBSIAngela Williams, Central Willamette Credit Union

Golf:Amanda Grolemund, Central Willamette Credit UnionCeleste Krueger, Pacific PowerBrian Oare, Oare and Associates RealtyDick Perdue, RetiredSarah Steen, AmeriTitleTony Zolla, John L. Scott Real Estate

Good Government Council:Floyd Collins, Collins Consulting ServicesTom Cutsforth, RetiredKristal Dufour, AAsum-Dufour Funeral HomeJon Kloor, NW Natural Gas CompanyMike Martin, Retired James Ramseyer, Consumers Power, Inc.David Reece, Reece & Associates, Inc.Janet Steele, Albany Area Chamber of CommerceWill Summers, Retired

Governmental Affairs Committee:Shelly Boshart Davis, Boshart Trucking, Inc.Floyd Collins, Collins Consulting ServicesBill Draper, ATI Specialty Alloys & ComponentsKristal Dufour, AAsum-Dufour Funeral HomeScott Freeburn, RetiredJon Kloor, NW Natural Gas CompanyKevin Manske, Cadwell Realty Group - ManskeMike Martin, RetiredJohn McArdle, Linn-Benton Community CollegeJohn Pascone, Albany Millersburg Economic Development Corp.

Rick Petersen, Peak InternetJames Ramseyer, Consumers Power, Inc.Will Summers, RetiredMike Sykes, Mike’s Heating & Air ConditioningRex Watkins, Northwest Investment Management, Inc.

Greeters Co-Chairs:Trish Irwin, Caliber Home LoansMr. G Nassar, Farmers Insurance - NassarBrian Oare, Oare and Associates RealtySarah Steen, AmeriTitle

Finance Committee:Kristal Dufour, AAsum-Dufour Funeral HomeHeather McGowan, CPA, Boldt Carlisle + SmithJames Ramseyer, Consumers Power, Inc.Mark Raum, Umpqua BankLoren Roth, Citizens Bank

Women in Business Committee:Cathy Baker, American Bookkeeping & Tax ServiceBecky Boyer, Oregon Freeze DryMarlene Brown, New York LifeChrystal Hart-Meeker, Tin Roof BoutiqueBerlee McEwen, Berlee’s Fancies Sarah Steen, AmeriTitleMichele Webster, OSU Extension Service

Youth Job Fair:Emily Dray, Linn Benton Community CollegeSarah Steen, AmeriTitleDanelle Kindred, Oregon State Credit

Weappreciate

you!

5 Albany Area Chamber Network

Free workshopsTuesdays 12:00-1:00 pmLet’s use this time during the pandemic to learn and grow!

July 7th

Identifying Your Customer’s Pain and Finding a Solution

Presenter: Arthur Meeker, Xtreme Grafx

GREETERS SCHEDULE

Thursday mornings at 8:15 am.

Free for members. Greeters is an

opportunity to promote your busi-

ness and make connections!

2nd4th of July Party

9thPeak Internet

16thMajor League Burgers

23rdKristin Smith, Keller Williams

Realty

30thMr. G & Jenny Insurance Group

We’ve gone virtual! Join us

weekly on Zoom for Virtual

Greeters. It’s free to attend,

however you will need to pre-

register to get the link. Register

on the event calendar on

albanychamber.com

These are free virtual workshops using zoom. Online registration required via your Chamber Member account or at albanychamber.com for the link.

July 14th

TBA

Presenter: TBA

July 21st

Creating Content For Your Marketing

Presenter: Allison Lamplugh, Lamplight Creatives

July 28th

Socializing in an Age of Social Distancing - the Future of Events

Presenter: Liz Tilson-Ramirez, Amor Events

Albany Area Chamber Network 6

New membersThank You!

Milestone members50 years

ATI Specialty Alloys & Components

30 years

Brookdale Grand Prairie

10 years

Boshart Trucking, Inc.

Sully’s Stay & Play Doggie Day Care

5 years

Greater Albany Education Association

Christmas Storybook Land

Reinvesting membersBonnie Milletto LLC

C.H.A.N.C.E.

Central Welding Supply

Christmas Storybook Land

Columbia Seeds, LLC

Community Services Consortium

COUNTRY Financial - Derouin

COUNTRY Financial - Irwin

Edward Jones - Condrea

Fidelity National Title Company of Oregon

GBC Construction, LLC.

Greater Albany Rotary Club

Gregory Home Team of KW Mid-Willamette

King Office Designs

Lassen Auto & RV

Les Schwab Tire Center

Linn County Expo Center

Mt. Angel Publishing, Inc.

Rodeway Inn

Stack HIP

State Farm Insurance - Bodlovic

Sully’s Stay & Play Doggie Day Care

The BlowHard Company

Van Vleet Meat Food Service Company

Viper Northwest, Inc.

Chamber Dollars

Retail and service businesses - if you aren’t accepting Chamber Dollars, you are missing out! Call us for details 541-926-1517

Chamber Dollars make an excellent reward, gift or bonus for employees, clients, or vendors. Available for use at hundreds of local businesses!

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Kingdom Builders ConstructionP.O. Box 1776 Albany, OR 97321 (541) 405-2303 kingdombuilders1.com

Our family-centered construction company, with 20 + years of

experience, does all aspects of construction. We specialize in

roofs and additions, but we also do remodeling of interior and

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Urban Ag Supply

124 Ellsworth SW, Albany, OR 97321 (541) 974-2354 urbanagsupplycom

They are a specialty garden shop featuring organic growing

materials, nutrients, houseplants, hand tools, and garden

themed gifts.- Organic growing supplies- OMRI listed materials- Grow lights and lighting systems- Probiotics- Beneficials- Containers

Need Masks?

The Albany Area Chamber has disposable maks for sale - package of 10 for $10

Cash or check only. Stop by our office to purchase: 435 W. First Avenue or call 541-926-1517.

7 Albany Area Chamber Network

1st Place Gross:

M & M Car Company2nd Place Gross: US Bank3rd Place Gross:Boldt, Carlisle + Smith

Golf Tournament Winners & Sponsors

1st Place Net:

Consumers Power Inc.2nd Place Net:Pacific Power3rd Place Net:Republic Services

Thank You Sponsors!Your support of our golf tournament helps us to continue to be your Business and Community Advocate! Providing essential services for businesses: political advocacy, professional development, business

promotion, opportunities to connect, and more!

Title Sponsor: Coastal

Breakfast Sponsor: North Albany Supermarket

Lunch Sponsor: Lepman Properties & Umpqua Bank

Scoreboard Sponsor: Samaritan Albany General Hospital

Drink Cart Sponsor: Gerding Builders

Hole-in-One Sponsor: Farmers Insurance - Glenn Edwards Agency

KP Sponsor: Oare and Associates Realty, Republic Services, Inc., Willamette Community Bank

Sign Sponsor: Xtreme Grafx

Survivor Ball Sponsor: Peak Internet

Hole Tee Sponsors: 10D Tech, AAsum-Dufour Funeral Home, Albany Democrat-Herald, Albany

Sport and Spine Physical Therapy, AmeriTitle, Aqua Pro Pump Service, ATI Specialty Alloys &

Components, Best Pots, Inc., Boldt Carlisle + Smith, Buena Vista Arbor Care Co., Inc., Central

Willamette Credit Union, Consumers Power, Inc., Fisher Funeral Home, Inc., Fitzpatrick Painting

and Construction, Inc., GBC Construction, LLC., Hub International Northwest, John L. Scott Real

Estate Lebanon, Mike’s Heating & Air Conditioning, Neora, NW Natural & ServiceMaster Restore

We appreciate your support!

Albany Area Chamber Network 8

Member Accolades & News

Chamberlin House Hires Executive Director

Carrie Howell was named the new Executive Director at Albany’s Chamberlin House Inc. in May.

Howell graduated from Oregon State University after earning a degree in psychology and sociology.

Before being hired as the new Executive Director, Howell held the position of Program Director at

Chamberlin. Prior to coming to Chamberlin, she held similar positions at Dungarvin Oregon Inc. and

Corvallis’ Trillium Family Services. She has been involved in working with the disabled, in various

capacities, for over 28 years.

Howell notes, “I am excited to be in this new position and look forward to doing the best work I can to

honor the residents, staff, and mission of this outstanding organization.” In her new position, Howell

oversees all Chamberlin’s housing, programs and staff. Chamberlin House Inc. is a non-profit agency

that serves intellectual and developmentally disabled adults in Linn County. Howell succeeds Judie

Foster-Lupkin.

Covid-19 Updates

Go to our website www.albanychamber.com for the latest information on Covid-19 for your business.

We are frequently making updates as we get them in. Also, follow our Facebook page.

Send us your press release: info@albanychamber.com

The Leadership Albany cohort enjoyed a final session and graduation at Valley Catering’s clubhouse. They met COVID-style with masks and extra precautions. Congratulations!

Congratulations 2019-20 Leadership Albany Graduates

Albany Area Chamber Network 9

Albany Area Chamber Network 10

Thursday, July 2

8:15 am, Virtual Greeters,

4th of July Networking Party

Friday, July 3

Chamber office closed

Tuesday, July 7

12:00-1:00 pm

Try This Tuesday

Thursday, July 9

8:15 am, Virtual Greeters

Tuesday, July 14

12:00-1:00 pm

Try This Tuesday

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2020–2021 Officers and Directors

Board Officers

Chair: Jon Kloor (NW Natural Gas Company)

Chair-Elect: Bill Draper (ATI Specialty Alloys & Components)

Sr. Vice Chair: Stacie Wyss-Schoenborn (Central Willamette Credit Union)

Vice Chair: James Ramseyer (Consumers Power, Inc.)

Treasurer: Loren Roth (Citizens Bank)

Immediate Past Chair: Kristal Dufour (AAsum-Dufour Funeral Home)

Board Members

Abel Condrea (Edward Jones), Sue Creel (First American Title), Brian Dietrich (Parr Lumber), Jenny Gilmore-Robinson (ABC House), Joel Kinman (Gerding Builders), Kevin Konzelman (Stutzman Services, Inc), Celeste Krueger (Pacific Power), Kevin Manske (Cadwell Realty Group), Lori McKinnon (Coastal), Jim Merryman (Oregon Freeze Dry), John Pascone (Linn Economic Development Group), Cordell Post (Post Law Firm), Chris Reese (SouthPaws Pizza & Sports Pub), Jennifer Stanaway (Samaritan Albany General Hospital), Sarah Steen (Amerititle), Brice Winney (Stack Hip), Rick Younger (Viper Northwest, Inc.)

Ex-Officio Board Member

Melissa Goff (Greater Albany Public Schools)

Committee Chairs

Ambassadors Chair: Liz Tilson Ramirez (AMOR Events)

Ag Appreciation Breakfast: Janet Steele (Albany Area Chamber)

Albany Business Extravaganza: Chrystal Hart-Meeker (Tin Roof Boutique) & Arthur Meeker (Xtreme Grafx)

Golf Tournament: Dick Perdue (Retired)

Emerging Leaders: Firiel Severns (Albany Area Chamber)

Finance: Loren Roth (Citizens Bank)

Governmental Affairs Co-Chairs: Jon Kloor (NW Natural Gas Company), James Ramseyer (Consumers Power)

Greeters Co-Chairs: Trish Irwin (Caliber Home Loans), Mr. G Nassar (Farmers Insurance), Brian Oare (Oare & Associates), Sarah Steen (Amerititle)

Youth Job Fair: Firiel Severns (Albany Area Chamber of Commerce)

Chamber Staff

Janet Steele, President

Shalena Cardinaux, Membership Development Manager

Firiel Severns, Program & Event Manager

Chris Singer, Workforce Development Specialist

Upcoming Events

Thursday, July 16

8:15 am, Virtual Greeters

Tuesday, July 21

12:00-1:00 pm

Try This Tuesday

Thursday, July 23

8:15 am, Virtual Greeters

Tuesday, July 28

12:00-1:00 pm

Try This Tuesday

Thursday, July 30

8:15 am, Virtual Greeters

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