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Page 2Message from the ChairDate for Youth Job Fair

Page 3Students of the Month

Greeters ScheduleBusiness After Hours

Membership Forum SpeakerLeadership Edge

Ambassador Ribbon CuttingPage 4

Albany Business Extravaganza Page 5

Thank You Reinvesting MembersWelcome New Members

Milestone MembersPage 6

Pipeline ProgramGolden Ticket

Page 7In the News

October 2018

In This Issue:

Vol. 50, No. 10

Sponsored By:

www.facebook.com/AlbanyChamber

October Membership Forum Luncheon"Fighting Carbon with Carbon

EnerG2 carbon additives enable CO2 emission reduction"

Wednesday, October 31, 201811:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Linn County Expo Center

Guest Speaker:

Dr. Kirill BramnikEnerG2

(See enclosed registration)

Albany Area Chamber Endorses Measure 103 and Measure 104Vote Yes – And Take A Stand Against Tax Hikes

Measure 103 would prohibit state and local taxes on groceries. If approved, the measure would permanently block taxes on groceries without specific voter approval. In 2016 Oregonians defeated Ballot Measure 97, a measure that would have placed a $3 billion dollar gross receipts tax on businesses. A tax that would be passed on to everyone that purchases groceries, products, etc. Grocers are concerned that the gross receipts tax could come up again, severely impacting the average household. This ballot measure does not repeal or stop taxes on alcohol, marijuana or tobacco products. The Albany Area Chamber joins a long list of supporters of Measure 103 and against taxing groceries. Vote Yes on Measure 103

Measure 104 would require the legislature to have a three-fifths majority to pass Any tax or fee increase. This includes tax/fee exemptions, tax/fee credits or tax/fee deductions. Passage of Measure 104 will clarify the law in the Constitution and require a three-fifths super majority vote for any legislation that raises revenue. Over 20 years ago Oregonians voted to make sure there was a three-fifths majority on any legislation that raises revenue. Passage of Measure 104 ensures there is a bipartisan discussion and support for any new revenue for the state. Vote Yes on Measure 104.

A Special Thanks to Our Diamond Member:

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James RamseyerConsumers Power, Inc.2018-2019 Board Chair

Message From The Chair

We’ve all had to deal with mistakes, oversights, miscalculations and failures both professionally and in our personal lives. I’ve worked hard over the years staying focused on the future and what’s possible while retaining the facts and lessons learned from the failures of the past. Recently I found myself stuck in the past when someone I have great respect for said, “Rearview mirrors are a good thing, but you can’t drive with them.”

That’s a great understanding of a problem we all deal with. We’ve all found ourselves saying, “I’ll never do that again” only to find that we’re doing the same thing a short time later. Making the same mistakes over and over can be costly in more ways than one. However we can take steps to learn from mistakes and gain wisdom that will help to avoid repeating them again in the future.

The first thing to do is take responsibility for the error and your role in the outcome. While that is certainly uncomfortable at times, without it we’re not ready to change.

It’s never healthy to dwell on mistakes but reflecting and learning from them is how to avoid the same result again. Asking ourselves tough questions like “what went wrong”, “how can I do better next time”, “how would others approach this” and “what did I learn from this mistake” will give a strong foundation for avoiding the error in the future.

Now that we’re done remembering the past it’s time to spend the majority of our time making a plan and focusing on the future. Your plan should be as detailed as possible but remain flexible to adhere to changes that may arise. During this phase make sure to identify any skills or resources that might help avoid or manage similar mistakes in the future.

Mark Your Calendar:

December 11th - Youth Job Fairat Linn Benton Community College

Volunteers are needed for mock interviews! For more information, contact Firiel at

fseverns@albanychamber.com or (541) 926-1517.

YouthJob FairJOIN NOW

FREE DUES

541-926-6059 ext: 301

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Host A Business After Hours in the Upcoming

Season. Dates Available:January 15, 2019

February 19, 2019April 16, 2019

Must have a Silver Level membership or higher to

host. For more information, contact Firiel Severns at

(541) 926-1517.

October Greeters Schedule

4th - Barker Uerlings Insurance: 321 SE 1st Ave, Suite 1B11th - YMCA: 3201 Pacific Blvd.18th - New York Life@ Linn County Expo 3700 Knox Butte Rd.25th - Ticore Title: 220 6th Ave. SW, Suite 100

To host a Greeters, contact Firiel at (541) 926-1517 or fseverns@albanychamber.com for more information.

Santiam ChristianJason Manzi

West AlbanyDanae Gerig

South AlbanyEli Nafziger

Congratulations, Students of the Month!As Co-CEO of EnerG2, Dr. Kirill Bramnik helps lead the executive team through development and execution of strategies to facilitate rapid growth as a new member of part of the BASF family of businesses. With his extensive experience from BASF's energy storage materials businesses, Kirill brings deep operational expertise along with an entrepreneurial mindset enabling EnerG2 to continue rapid growth on the BASF foundation of stability and resources.

Kirill began his career as a Materials Science Research Assistant at Darmstadt, University of Technology in Germany. Following his time in academia, Kirill began his career at BASF, holding positions from Research Scientist to Global Director of Technology for Battery Materials. Throughout his career at BASF, Kirill has managed the strategic d e ve l opm e nt an d t a c t i c a l implementation of R&D and product technology activities required to establish, grow and sustain the Battery Materials business unit at BASF.

Kirill earned an M.S. in Chemistry from Lomonosov Moscow State University and a Ph.D. in Materials S c i e n c e f r o m D a r m s t a d t Univers i ty of Technolog y, Germany.

The energy storage market is booming with double-digits market growth rates. I don't foresee this trend changing in the short- or mid-term because of the cont inued development of consumer electronics market and the global adoption of technology (Smartphones, tablets, etc.).

The energy storage market will continue in an aggressive growth mode because of increases in technological and competitive pressure to deliver a better and more affordable technical solution on the material and system level. Furthermore, energy storage innovation opportunities will remain widespread in the future because of regulation driven emission-control requirements for the automotive market (start-stop, e-cars etc.).

October Forum Luncheon Speaker: Kirill Bramnik

Business After HoursTuesday, October 16th

4:00 - 6:00 PM

1950 14th Ave SESee enclosed registration form.

The Powerbook lists businessess both by category and

alphabetically making it easy to choose a Chamber member

FIRST. Shop local!

2018-2019Chamber Powerbooks

are now in!

Sponsored by:

Love's Travel Stops6457 Old Salem Rd. NE

Ambassador

Leadership Edge"Strategic Thinking - Developing a Future Focus"

Facilitated by: Terri Houde, LBCC

8:08 AM Tuesday, October 16thChamber Office, 435 First Ave. W

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Albany Business Extravaganza

Thank You Premier Sponsors:

Hats off to the businesses who showcased their products and services at the 2018 Albany Business Extravaganza! The sold-out event attracted over 1500 attendees and by all accounts was a huge success. The photos on this page are just a few of the many taken that day, more may be found on the Chamber Facebook page. Like us on Facebook at Albany Area Chamber.

The day was kicked off with 375 business and community leaders attending the first forum of the year with guest speaker, Dr. Knute Buehler, Republican Gubernatorial Candidate. Knute talked about his vision and goals for leading Oregon then answered a few questions, as time allowed.

Thank you to the premier sponsors, business booths, ABE committee members, and all of the attendees who made the Extravaganza a success. Mark your calendars now for next years ABE on Wednesday, September 18th.

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Thank You, Reinvesting Members!(Paid 8/16/18 - 9/15/18)

Civil West Engineering Services Inc.213 Water Ave #100 (541) 223-5130www.civilwest.com

Civil West Engineering Services Inc. is a full service engineering firm specializing in providing engineering private entities, small to mid-sized municipalities and utility service districts in Oregon, Washington, and northern California. Services include land development, water, wastewater and stormwater system planning, design, construction management, rate studies, and regulatory coordination.

Patient-centered physical therapy clinic providing excellent patient care & services by friendly highly trained staff. Treating patients with a variety of injuries, surgeries, motor vehicle injuries..

Albany Sports and Spine Physical Therapy617 Hickory St NW, Suite 160 (541) 928-1411www. albanysportspt.com

Margin Coffee, LLC.206 SW 2nd Ave. (541) 248-3234www.margincoffee.com

Sniffany's Pet Boutique243 SW 3rd Ave (541) 248-3722www.sniffanyspetboutique.com

Edward Jones - Jana Basden117 1st Ave SE (541) 926-9400www.edwardjones.com

Margin Coffee is a specialty coffee shop that focuses on quality coffee, teas, and local baked goods. We use only high-quality beans from a local company. We also have bagel sandwiches that are good... Really good. Choose from a few pastries and desserts or one of our snack platters to accompany your hot or cold beverage.

Sniffany's takes a fresh approach! We are a pet boutique, but also a holistic pet nutrition center. We believe that proper nutrition can help our pets to live happy and healthy lives. All of our pet foods are carefully selected to ensure that they are the best quality on the market. You will never find any food item from China in our store.

Whether you're planning for retirement, saving for college for children or grandchildren, or just trying to protect the financial future of the ones you care for the most, we can work together to develop specific strategies to help you achieve your goals. We can also monitor your progress to help make sure you stay on track or determine if any adjustments need to be made. Throughout it all, we're dedicated to providing you top-notch client service.

Acumen Financial CPAs 1983AK Carpet & More 2000All Star Labor & Staffing 2015Altrusa International of Albany 2011American Rooter 1984Bergby Construction, Inc. 2015Central Willamette Credit Union 1974Creditors Collection Service, Inc. 1988CrossFit Power Valley 2016Dan's Precision Cleaning 2010Gordon Vogt & Associates 1977Heins Communications, Inc. 1995Jano's Trophies 1977Lepman Properties 1985Linn-Co Federal Credit Union 1996Nerium 2015New Business Generation 2000Northwest Investment Management, Inc. 2012Options Pregnancy Resource Centers 1999Pugh Seed Farm, Inc. 1988Purified Water to Go 2006Salvation Army 1987Sybaris 2001Town & Country Realty 1993Willamette Community Church 2017Windermere Willamette Valley 2015Wood Castle Furniture 2000

35 YearsAcumen Financial CPA's

30 YearsCreditors Collection Service, Inc.

Pugh Seed Farm, Inc.25 Years

Town & Country Realty

Milestone Members

Welcome, New Members!(8/16/18 - 9/15/18)

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Check out our website at www.pipelinetojobs.com for more information.

www.facebook.com/PipelineToJobs

Golden ticket

PersonAl: I was born in Long Beach, CA. and raised in the San Francisco Bay area. At age nine my parents enrolled me at Law's Judo & JuJitsu School (I think in hopes of draining off my excess energy) and that became the center of my life for the next 16 years. At age 16, I was a Black Belt and was teaching San Francisco police officers how to survive on the streets. In college I initially majored in Police Science and worked for a while as a Cadet on the Concord, CA Police Department. At age 18, I took a year off school and went to Europe. I washed dishes in Sweden and was a shipping clerk in Denmark to feed myself. The year's highlight came at the beginning where on the ship going to Europe I met the young Norwegian lady, Annabet, who ten years later would become my wife. I lost her to cancer 19 years ago. The bulk of my life I worked in the insurance business – both in personal sales and management. I earned my Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designation from the American College in Bryn Mawr, PA. In 1989, my family moved to Eugene, OR where I ended my career in insurance and went back to school studying electronics. I worked in computer based business and then bounced in and out of retirement several times. A year ago, Tom Leggate introduced me to Charlie Eads and I started a whole new life. My wife's name is Ann and between us, we have 15 children and countless grandkids.

Business nicHe: I've been a salesman or sales manager most of my life. A salesperson may demonstrate products, take an order and insure the product is delivered. With Charlie Eads and the fantastic folks at KGAL and KSHO Radio, I'm an Account Executive and that's so much more. We want to be partners with our clients. They are not just “advertisers” but people with plans, hopes and dreams. I strive to learn all I can about the business and the owner to I can do all I can to make their plans, hopes and dreams come true. I'm in the business of ideas.

issue fAcinG AlBAny And otHer AreAs: The biggest issue facing Albany is the polarization of our citizens. It's not just in politics. Too many people are adopting the idea that their own thoughts and opinions are the right and only thoughts and opinions anyone should have. Having said that, I'm delighted and proud to say that in our community this is a trend that has not caught on as it has in so much of our country. I try to do all I can to keep it that way with friendly relationships and respect for all.

cHAmBer involvement: My Chamber involvement has been with Greeters meetings. Save illness, I seldom miss a meeting. What a wonderful way to start the day!

(Selected at the monthly membership forum)

nAme: Rich Andersontitle: Account ExecutiveBusiness: KGAL

2018-2019 Pipeline and LBCC Events and Programs

• Manufacturing Day, October 5th, 2018 • Educator Tours Industry/LBCC, October 12, 2018• Middle School Girls Boot Camp at CETC, October, 2018• Explore Mechatronics, November 16, 2018• Explore Machine Tool, TBD• Albany Chamber Youth Job Fair, December 11th, 2018• Women, Metals & Manufacturing Event, January 18th, 2019• CTE Signing Day, February 14th, 2019, LBCC• Think it! Make it! Design. Create. Innovate., Feb. 2019 •Visual Communication Career Day, March 2019•Healthcare Career Day, Lebanon, March 2019• Middle Schoolers Explore CTE Programs at LBCC, April-May • Middle School Manufacturing Camp, Summer 2019• High School Boot Camp at Central Electrical Training, Spring/Summer 2019• Educator Summer Externships, Summer 2019

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Chamber Members In the News:

Heart center announces moveand new name

On Sept. 4th, Samaritan’s Cardiology, Cardiovascular Surgery and Heart Rhythm departments came together under a new name, Samaritan Heart Center, as they moved to a new location on the Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center campus.

On the first floor at 3640 NW Samaritan Drive, the new location and new name underscore convenient access for patients, as well as even closer collaboration between Samaritan’s various cardiac care specialists.

Michael Gray, Physical Therapy Manager at The Corvallis Clinic, earns highest PT

certification Michael Gray, DPT, manager of The Corvallis Clinic Physical Therapy Department, has successfully completed a fellowship that has earned him the title of Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist, the highest level of training attainable for physical therapists. The three-year Maitland Australian Physiotherapy Seminars Fellowship in Orthopedic Manual Therapy involves general coursework, one-on-one mentoring, assisting in teaching national continuing education courses, conducting research that is publishable, rigorous clinical exams, and a final exam.

Maddison Greaves, RDN, joins The Corvallis Clinic's Weight Loss Center

Maddison Greaves, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, is the newest provider to join The Corvallis Clinic's Nutrition Services and Weight Loss Center.

Ms. Greaves is also a doctoral student in Health Promotion and Health Behavior in the College of Public Health & Human Sciences at Oregon State University, where she has been a Graduate Teaching Assistant since 2015.

The Corvallis Clinic hires new provider for its immediate care center

Andrew Owenreay (Owen-ray), D.O., MPH, will join The Corvallis Clinic Immediate Care Center in early October.

He completed his residency at Montana Family Medicine Residency at RiverStone Health, in Billings, MT, this year. He earned a Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine and a Master of Public Health from Touro University California, College of Osteopathic Medicine, in Vallejo, CA, in 2015. He also earned a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering, from Texas Tech University, in Lubbock, TX, in 2008.

Mid-Valley Children’s Clinic adds new pediatrician

Gregory Kuper, DO, recently joined Mid-Valley Children’s Clinic, serving pediatric patients.

Dr. Kuper earned a bachelor’s degree from Trinity Western University, Langley, BC, and a doctoral degree from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he also completed an osteopathic clinical and teaching fellowship. He completed pediatric residency training at Akron Children’s Hospital.

New choice for quick, convenient care coming to Albany

As of Sept. 10, it will be even easier to make a same-day health care appointment in Albany, with the new SamCare Express opening in the Heritage Plaza across from the Heritage Mall.

Located conveniently near Safeway, pharmacies and public transportation, SamCare Express – Albany will offer quick, same-day appointments for health care needs such as colds and flu, sore throats, sinus infections, earache and other minor illnesses and injuries. SamCare Express – Albany will be open seven days a week – weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Edward Kelly named new Chief Executive Officer of the Corvallis Clinic

Edward Kelly has been named the new chief executive officer of The Corvallis Clinic. He started on Sept. 17th.

Kelly brings more than 25 years of experience as a healthcare executive, most recently as CEO at Regency Hospital in Minneapolis. He said that while quality of care is "paramount," he also aims to focus on improving ways to deliver services more conveniently to patients. Kelly is the fifth CEO in the Clinic's 71-year history.

Samaritan Family Medicine welcomes new provider

Samaritan Family Medicine –Geary Street is pleased to welcome Rachel Elsasser, DO, to its team.

Dr. Elsasser earned a bachelor’s degree from Kent State University. She completed post baccalaureate course work at Cleveland State University and earned a doctoral degree from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. In June 2018, Dr. Elsasser completed her Family Medicine Residency at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center.

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Calendar of EventsOctober 2018

Board OfficersChair, James Ramseyer, Consumers Power, Inc. Chair-Elect, Kristal Dufour, AAsum-Dufour Funeral Home Sr. Vice Chair, Jon Kloor, NW Natural Gas CompanyVice Chair, Stephanie O’Connor, ATITreasurer, Loren Roth, Citizens BankImmediate Past Chair, Scott Pierson, Wood Castle Furniture

Board MembersBruce Allen, Willamette Water Technology, Inc.James Brown, Edward JonesSue Creel, First American TitleBrian Dietrich, Parr LumberKevin Gray, Gray Farms, Inc.Dustin Harrington, Selmet, Inc.John Kollaer, Mennonite VillageKevin Konzelman, Stutzman Services, IncKevin Manske, Cadwell Realty GroupHeather McGowan, Boldt, Carlisle, & Smith, LLCLori McKinnon, CoastalJim Merryman, OFD Foods, LLCJohn Pascone, Linn Economic Development GroupCordell Post, Post Law FirmChris Reece SouthPaws Pizza & Sports PubMike Sykes, Mike’s Heating & Air ConditioningDavid Triebes, Samaritan Albany General Hospital

Ex-Officio Board MembersGreg Hamann, Linn Benton Community College

Committee ChairAmbassadors: Janet Steele, Albany Area Chamber Ag Appreciation Breakfast: Janet Steele, Albany Area ChamberAlbany Business Extravaganza: Chrystal Hart-Meeker, Xtreme Grafx & Arthur Meeker, Xtreme GrafxGolf Tournament: Dick Perdue, Koontz, Perdue, Blasquez & Co., P.C. Emerging Leaders: Katie Enright, Farmers Insurance CompanyFinance: Stacy Koos, Citizens BankGovernmental Affairs: James Ramseyer, Consumers PowerGreeters Co-Chairs: Kimberly Montgomery, YMCA; Mr. G Nassar, Farmers Insurance; Brian Oare, Oare & Associates; Chris Singer, Family Tree Relief NurseryYouth Job Fair: Firiel Severns, Albany Area Chamber of Commerce

Chamber StaffJanet Steele, Presidentjsteele@albanychamber.com

Kim Burbach, Office Managerkburbach@albanychamber.com

Kathleen Magnuson,Workforce Development Specialistkmagnuson@albanychamber.com

Bobby Samai, Director of Membership & Marketingbsamai@albanychamber.com

Firiel Severns, Program & Event Managerfseverns@albanychamber.com

Albany Area Chamber of Commerce2018-2019 Officers and Directors

“Your Business and Community Advocate”

8:15 AM GreetersNew York Life

at Albany Golf & Events155 Country Club Ln.

8:15 AM GreetersTicor Title

220 6th Ave. SWSuite 100

7:00 AMGovernmental

Affairs

11:30 AMBoard of Directors

11:30-1:00 PMForum Luncheon

Linn County Expo

4:00 PMBusiness After Hours

Albany Grocery Outlet1950 14th Ave. SE

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8:00 AMLeadership Edge

at Chamber Office

3:30 PMExecutive Committee