February 2020
THE NEW 21ST CENTURY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE! After
a month’s long planning process, we are ready to kick off our 125th anniversary celebration. February 18th will mark the beginning as we look back Jayne Bond, Chair and celebrate the formation of the Board of Trustees on February 18, 1895. Historically, Hillsboro’s voice of business has always been some form of the Hillsboro Chamber. Whether it was called the Board of Trustees (1895), The Commercial Club (1901), The Reformed Commercial Club (1913) or the Greater Hillsboro Area Chamber of Commerce (1923), fundamental to all efforts was to assist businesses in Hillsboro to thrive and prosper and to improve the lives and opportunities of the residents. Today, the Hillsboro Chamber still provides the voice of the business community. While we take this year to reflect on the past, know that we are firmly focused on our future. A future that is reflective of the 21st Century grounded in a culture of inclusivity, providing a voice and place for all and ensuring that our community is welcoming and safe. The CHAMPION for a stronger community As a forward-looking organization, the Chamber is called upon to think big and contemplate the future of Hillsboro. What strategic investments can we make now that will ensure a vital 50-year water supply project is completed in the future? How can we answer the call of business needing more and more talented, skilled workers? Where will they live? How will they get to work? Is our multi-modal transportation system planned in a way that leaves no one behind and is sensitive to important climate concerns? These issues are big, complex and not easily answered. Working collaboratively with our business leaders and elected officials at the City, County, Regional, and State levels, we will ensure the foundation is laid for the success of
future generations. The CONVENER of leaders and influencers who make things happen In 1895, gatherings of leaders and influencers happened in the town square. Businessmen (sorry ladies!) discussed politics, business ideas and community issues. Today, the Hillsboro Chamber’s business leaders are invited to many tables to discuss the political climate, opportunities for business growth and strategic investments that will result in maintaining our economic prowess. The Chamber’s reputation as THE place to go to get a true sense of the business community has only grown stronger. Our opinion is soughtafter, and our input and feedback are respected. This is due to the relationship the Chamber has fostered with our local elected officials, Mayor and City Council as well as City management and staff. True many years ago and is true today. The CATALYST for business growth The Chamber supports business growth in two broad ways: By providing information, connections and services to help our members grow; And, by tackling issues that impact the business climate. Whether its ensuring Hillsboro has adequate industrial land for businesses that want to locate and expand here or heading to Salem to advocate on behalf of our business members, the Hillsboro Chamber evaluates pressures and restrictions to our economic opportunities and takes action. We depend on our strong volunteer base of active committees to be able to organize and mobilize. If you look back on our 125-year history, you will see we have always been, and continue to be, an organization that understands the importance of providing jobs for our residents, the need for businesses to prosper and an unending desire to be a complete community. I look forward to working together to ensure that our legacy of strength and influence continues.
Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce Mission: To promote business prosperity and a healthy, equitable, inclusive and diverse community by providing information, services and advocacy for our members. Misión Promover la prosperidad de los negocios y una comunidad saludable, equitativa, inclusiva y diversa proporcionando información, servicios y abogacía para nuestros miembros. President, Deanna Palm Graphic Designer / Brand Manager, Jen Little JenL@hillchamber.org | 503.726.2149
Chamber Officers Chair Jayne Bond, Permapost Products Past Chair Sarah McGraw-Plaster, Westside Concrete Accessories & Supply Chair Elect Robert Harris, Harris Velázquez Gibbens, Attorneys at Law Vice Chair Laura Moore, Express Employment Professionals Vice Chair Carly Riter, Intel Treasurer Aaron Eichenbaum, CPA President Deanna Palm
Chamber Directors Elizabeth Case, Yellow Dog Consulting Ron Davis, Davis Tool Brandon Flint, Inline Commercial Construction Troy Gagliano, Portland General Electric Tyler Geel, Insomnia Coffee Company Steve Krautscheid, Tuality Healthcare Jaime Miranda, M&M Marketplace Jose Molina, Molina Insurance Group Mike Morey, The Standard Jeremie Murfin, Five Star Guitars Steve Nagy, Port of Portland Tanya Nielson, Kaiser Permanente Brad Smith, Windsor Properties Daniel Pierson, Nike Inc
Ex Officios/Advisory Directors Robby Hammond, City Manager, City of Hillsboro Kemp Shuey, Community Action Steve Callaway, Mayor, City of Hillsboro Martha Callus-McLain, Pacific University Jerry Willey, Washington County Commissioner Chris Villa, PCC Rock Creek Juan Carlos Gonzalez, Metro Councilor Mike Scott, Hillsboro School District 1J DEADLINES February 26, 2020 is the deadline to submit news items for consideration in the March 2020 issue. News or questions may be directed to the publications department at 503.726.2149 or JenL@HillChamber.org. All submissions are subject to editing. Publication of any item in the ADVOCATE is at the sole discretion of the Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce.
125 YEAR LEGACY
CELEBRATING 125 YEARS OF THE HILLSBORO CHAMBER
THANK YOU TO OUR
LEADING INVESTORS
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Gold Columbia Bank • Dick’s Auto Group • Edwards Realty Trust • Edwards Vacuum • Elemento Latino • Embassy Suites • Evergreen Home Loans, Cathy Kingery Team • Express Employment Professionals • First Tech Federal Credit Union • Fordham & Co. LLP • Genentech • Heritage Bank • InnVentures • La Imperial Panaderia Y Pasteleria • Legacy • Molina Insurance Group Inc. • Pacific Office Automation • Resource One silver
Alpha and Omega Semiconductor • Advanced Technology Group, Inc • Comcast of Oregon & SW Washington • Epson Portland, Inc. • Hillsboro Hops Baseball Club • Roth to Jones & Roth CPAs • M&M Marketplace • PCC – Rock Creek • Portland General Electric • Port of Portland • Reed’s Crossing by Newland • Summit Bank • Verizon
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Bobadilla Law, PC • CalPortland Company • Colossae Church • McDonald’s – Locally Owned & Operated • Meta Fab, Inc. • Pacific Landscape Management • Pacific University • Pack First Properties, Inc. • Qorvo • Reesers Fine Foods • Rosendin Electric Inc. • Skanska USA Building • TopGolf Hillsboro • US Bank • Westside Concrete Accessories & Supply • Windsor Properties, LTD • Yellow Dog Consulting
stand on the shoulders of giants. When I began my career with the Hillsboro Chamber on December 1, 2001, I never imagined I would be celebrating our 125th Anniversary. What a proud milestone for our organization.
I’ve hesitated to “name names” because there are so many brilliant leaders who have played a role in the success of the Hillsboro Chamber during my tenure. However, there are a few people who truly must be recognized for the length and breadth of impact they have had on my career at the Hillsboro Chamber. Bob Herb was one of the first people to welcome me and helped me settle in. To this day, he serves as a great mentor to me continuing to share his insight, knowledge of community and passion for the Hillsboro Chamber. He served as the Executive Director for the Hillsboro Chamber from 1983 to 1996. According to history, when Bob was first asked to serve as Executive Director, he said, “I’d consider it a real challenge.” Well, he certainly rose to that challenge and left a solid financial foundation as well as positioning the Chamber for dynamic growth and success. He’s the gold standard of Chamber executives. Tom Hughes had just completed his first year in office as Mayor for the City of Hillsboro. He was quick to take me under his wing and introduce me to the important leaders I needed to know. He talked me and the Chamber up to any business that would listen. I often found myself running to catch up to the reputation he was helping create for me. His caring for Hillsboro and his political acumen are assets I have drawn upon over the past 18 years. His arrival at any meeting or event continues to bring a smile and hug. Friendships, there are no term limits!
Keith Peal sat in the Chairs’ seat more times than any other leader in our history! He exemplifies servant leadership. I have had the pleasure of working with Keith as Chair of the Board for three years. He has also served in so many leadership roles at the Chamber it would take the page to list them all. Suffice it say, his understanding of our organization and his ability to bring consensus to a diverse group positions him at the head of many tables throughout our community. Got a tough problem, call Keith. When Jerry Willey became Mayor of Hillsboro in 2009, I was honestly unsure what to expect. I didn’t know him well. Fast forward eleven years later, he truly is one of the best leaders I have ever met. He has courage that has no limit and a strong moral compass. While he now serves at the County level, his heart still belongs to Hillsboro. I have been blessed over the years with thoughtful and measured Boards of Directors who have governed with integrity and honor. Much like Hillsboro’s success, it was not by accident or left to chance. Our Nominating Committee spends time and effort in curating the right candidates for our Board. The professional staff at the Chamber are dedicated and passionate about their work and truly making a difference for business in Hillsboro. I would be remiss if I didn’t recognize my co-pilot for more than 15 years. Julie Ames is a legend among our Chamber members! Her kind and caring heart has provided a unique leadership for our organization and we wouldn’t be the same without her. There are so many others who have generously shared their gifts with me it would be impossible to list them all and I would invariable leave someone out. Please accept my heartfelt gratitude for allowing me to serve you in this capacity and providing me the opportunity to be at the helm of this beautiful ship at this important moment.
THE HILLSBORO CHAMBER CELEBRATES 125 YEARS
The Hillsboro Chamber Board, Leadership, Staff and all of our members are so proud and excited to be celebrating the 125th Anniversary of the formation of the Hillsboro Chamber, which first started in 1895 when a group of businessmen joined to form the Board of Trade. The Chamber has since changed names, locations and leadership, but has certainly, for the past 125 years, stood as the voice of business in Hillsboro, Washington County and Oregon. The Hillsboro Chamber continues the work began in 1895 to foster a vibrant economy, convene important discussions and collaborate with others to achieve greater outcomes.
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION EVENTS FEBRUARY APRIL 24 AUGUST 28 Launch Celebration Tree Planting and Time Annual Parking Lot Party (at capacity) Capsule burial at with Anniversary focus Shute Park MARCH 5 OCTOBER A Centennial Celebration MAY 28 Student Art Show Annual Awards Gala Reception JULY 4 Float entry in the Hillsboro 4th of July Parade
DECEMBER 10 Holiday Party with Anniversary Cake & Celebration Wrap-Up
ALL PHOTOGRAPHS AND IMAGES COURTESY FIVE OAKS MUSEUM,
CELEBRATION SPONSORS
Aaron M. Eichenbaum, CPA, LLC
POINTS OF LIGHT SPONSORS Gotcha Covered of West Portland
New York Life - Glenn Healey
The Standard
AGC Electronics America
Harris Velázquez Gibbens
Nike, Inc.
TOK America, Inc
American Pacific Mortgage
Heritage Bank
OHSU Tuality Healthcare Steve Krautscheid
TVW, Inc.
ATG
Hillsboro Pharmacy
Avamere at Hillsboro
Hillsboro Schools Foundation
Banner Bank
Hutchins TV & Appliance
Big Duck Media, Inc.
Insomnia Coffee Dapper & Wise
Bob Rollinger Weichert Realtors on Main St.
Jones & Roth CPAs & Business Advisors
Brisbee & Stockton, LLC
Kaiser Permanente Northwest
Portland General Electric
Building Material Specialties Mayor Steve Callaway
La Imperial Panaderia Y Pasteleria
PuroClean Restoration
Colliers International Mike Thomas
Le’Stuff Antiques, Inc.
Qorvo
Ligman Lighting USA
RFM Seating
Davis Tool
M&M Marketplace
Royalty Trips LLC
Edwards Center, Inc.
Mainstream Landscape
Summit Bank
Edwards Vacuum
Sarah McGraw-Plaster
Five Star Guitars
MORE Realty Collet Morgan-Gresham
Fordham & Co. LLP Gaucha Translations
, THE CITY OF HILLSBORO & THE HILLSBORO CHAMBER ARCHIVES
Pacific Landscape Management Pat Robison Weichert Realtors on Main St. PCC - Rock Creek Campus Permapost Products Company Puppernickel, LLC
Unitus Community Credit Union US Bank - Hillsboro US Bank - North Hillsboro WCVA Westside Concrete Accessories & Supply Windsor Properties, LTD WSC Insurance Yellow Dog Consulting Zanjabiel LLC Zielke Coaching Solutions LLC Zurbrugg Construction
THE 15TH ANNUAL
CRYSTAL APPLE AWARDS Recognizing Excellence in Education PRODUCED BY HILLSBORO CHAMBER
Celebration & Dinner Thursday, April 9th 5:30-8:30pm NW Events & Environments 2900 NE Century Blvd #100, Hillsboro 5:30pm - Reception & Check-in 6:00pm - Dinner 6:30pm - Awards Celebration Register online by April 1, 2020 www.HillsboroChamberOR.com/events/crystalapple Individual Tickets $60 | Table of 8 $480 Space is limited.
Presenting Sponsors:
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This year marks the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage and the passage of the 19th Amendment, guaranteeing and protecting a women’s constitutional right to vote. This historic centennial offers a unique opportunity to celebrate a milestone of democracy and explore the relevance of the issues of equal rights today. The event will provide an an opportunity to build connections and share experiences on ways to "Blaze the Trails" in the women’s equality movement.
Sea�ng Availability Is Limited. Registra�on Required. $35 per person
$25 per person purchase by 2/20/20 for early bird pricing
Women Blazing Trails Thursday, March 05, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM PST Embassy Suites Hotel 9355 NE Tanasbourne Dr Hillsboro, OR 97124
HON. BARBARA ROBERTS
Governor Barbara Roberts was elected the first woman Governor of the state of Oregon in 1990, serving from 1991 through 1995. During her term as Governor, Roberts worked with the Clinton administra�on to secure federal waivers and funding for the Oregon Health Plan. She also helped to increase the number of children in the Head Start program, secured financing for addi�onal units of affordable housing, and developed programs to help move Oregonians from welfare to the workplace. Prior to her tenure as Governor, Barbara Roberts was a member of the Oregon House and was Oregon's first female House Majority Leader from 1983 to 1984. She was elected Secretary of State in 1984 (the first Democrat elected in 100 years) and re-elected to that posi�on in 1988. Roberts served in many capaci�es in the Ha�ield School of Government at PSU, and was the founding board chair of the Center for Women's Leadership.
HILLSBORO CHAMBER 2020 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES ECONOMIC GROWTH | INCLUSIVITY | COLLABORATION | FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY EDUCATION
Business needs a labor force that is educated, skilled and ready to enter the workforce SUPPORT: Necessary oversight and measurements to ensure the revenue infused in the education system is delivering outcomes that achieve the objectives of specified in the Student Success Act.
EMPLOYMENT ISSUES
Oregon businesses are still trying to find ways to pay for and manage mandated paid sick leave, paid family leave, increasing minimum wage that will continue to rise through 2020, and various changes to federal rules and regulations.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS
Engage in climate policy discussions to ensure that proposals prioritize cost effective greenhouse gas emission re-ductions that do not result in a competitive disadvantage to Oregon businesses and Chamber members. Greenhouse Gas Reduction: Ensure climate policies adopted at any level of government take into account existing policies and do not damage Oregon's competitiveness and do not focus on a single sector of the economy. The Hillsboro Chamber recognizes that climate change is real, and the business community plays an important role in leading a lower-carbon economy and supports state greenhouse gas emissions reduction policies that: • Result in actual global greenhouse gas reductions • Are not used as a general revenue source • Are focused on positive environmental and economic outcomes • Are fair and affordable for all Oregonians • Do not result in a competitive disadvantage to Oregon businesses • Are commensurate with the state’s emissions relative to global emissions and goals • Nurture Oregon-based innovation • Include adaption and mitigation strategies for long-term planning
GOOD GOVERNANCE
SUPPORT:
A non-partisan redistricting process that results in voting districts that provides transparency and impartiality.
LAND USE ISSUES & HOUSING
Employees and employers prosper when employees have access to safe, affordable and diverse housing options. We value Hillsboro’s nature preserves and agricultural lands that our land use policies have protected, but updating these policies is necessary to ensure the health and affordability of our growing community. SUPPORT: Land use regulations that increase a broad range of housing options. OPPOSE:
Regulations that remove or significantly alter/amend zoning, land use, comprehensive plans that have been developed and approved by local elected officials together with their communities.
ADVOCACY IN ACTION
PRESERVE SAIF
Drastically removing or reducing the working capital at SAIF will lead to higher rates, fewer service capabilities such as loss prevention, and elimination of dividends which have been used by policyholders to reinvest back into their company to support a safer workplace. OPPOSE: The taking, reducing or redirecting of SAIF’s working capital for uses other than they were explicitly determined and agreed upon to ensure businesses are investing in a safe workplace for employees. WHY: Any surplus is needed for buffering economic downturns, changes in medical costs, regulatory changes, and catastrophes like earthquakes, and interest on the surplus helps keep rates low. The term “surplus” is not applicable to the SAIF working capital account.
STATE BUDGET & SPENDING
For Oregon’s long-term economic health, we cannot rely on tax increases to stabilize the State budget and fund a growing number of programs. The Legislature must prioritize state spending and decrease the growing PERS liability. SUPPORT: Continued reforms to the Public Employee Retirement System to decrease the growing and unfunded long-term liability and to mitigate burdens on the biennial budget. SUPPORT:
Developing a prioritized, strategic list of programs to fund or eliminate after a thorough review of state budget expenditures and their link to positive outcomes that improve the lives of Oregonians.
TAX POLICIES & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Tax policies must consider research, data and the voices of the business community and show a direct result to make Oregon thrive. Economic development tools, tax increases and tax credits have a direct impact on employers - their ability to stay in business, grow their employees, hire new employees and expand. PRIORITY: Any tax increases added burdens or adjustments to an economic development incentive must be developed in collaboration and in consensus with a broad-based business community. SUPPORT:
Legislation that preserves and supports State and local tools to help businesses expand and hire new employees, including the strategic investment program, urban renewal and enterprise zones.
SUPPORT:
Maintaining Gain Share Program at level and duration approved by the Legislature in 2015.
OPPOSE:
Any changes to economic development tools, such as the SIP or enterprise zones that are not developed in consensus with a broad base of the business community.
OPPOSE: The creation of the Children’s Services District in Washington County. WHY: There are many local programs and organizations providing support services already in existence. As gaps are identified a collective effort will be made to identify organizations that can provide necessary services and support.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS/BROADBAND SERVICE
Broadband is increasingly viewed as essential infrastructure for economic and community development. The Legislature should review the results of the Business Oregon survey and consider recommendations that ensures that all Oregonians have access to improve the economy and quality of life. SUPPORT: The development of broadband investment and deployment strategies that ensures access for the betterment of economic and quality of life outcomes.
TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE
Economic vitality is dependent upon a transportation infrastructure system that is functional and efficient for residents as well as businesses. SUPPORT: Continued implementation of the vital multi-modal transportation projects identified for funding through HB 2017 in a timely fashion while providing measurable results,appropriate accountability and oversight.
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February 3
February 4
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
February 5
February 6
4:00pm–5:00pm The Art of Effective Networking @Hillsboro Chamber
February 9
February 16
February 10
February 17
February 11
3:00pm-4:30pm SBEC @HillHub
February 18
7:30am-8:45am Developers’/Real Estate Round Table @Hillsboro Chamber
February 23
President’s Day Hillsboro Chamber Closed
February 24
4:30pm-6:00pm 125th Anniversary Launch & Annual Meeting @Hillsboro Chamber
February 25
6:00pm - 7:30pm Conéctate @Zam’s Taqueria 1075 Baseline St. Ste. A Hillsboro, OR 97123
4:00pm–5:30pm HillHub Unwind @HillHub
Noon-1:00pm Public Policy Committee @Hillsboro Chamber
4:00pm–6:00pm HillHub Unwind Valentine Edition Sponsored by Tualatin Estate Vineyard @HillHub
February 12
February 19
8:00am-9:00am Finance Committee @Hillsboro Chamber 9:00am-10:00am Executive Committee @Hillsboro Chamber
February 26
February 13
February 20
7:30am–9:00pm OAME @Hillsboro Chamber
4:30pm–6:30pm Hillsboro Young Professionals (HYP) @TopGolf Hillsboro 5505 NW Huffman St. Hillsboro, OR 97124
February 27
11:30am-1:00pm Professional Women’s Association (PWA) @Larkspur Landing Home Suite Hotel 3133 NE Shute Rd Hillsboro, OR 97124 4:00pm–5:30pm HillHub Unwind @HillHub
Noon-1:00pm Chamber Ambassador Meeting @Hillsboro Chamber
Business Finance Workshop (Spanish) 6:00pm–7:30pm
@Hillsboro Chamber
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
February 1
2020 Signature Events February 18
125 Anniversary Launch Party
March 5
A Centennial Celebration
April 9 Crystal Apple Excellence in Education Awards February 7
8:00am–9:00am WakeUp! Hillsboro @Soma Wellness Spa 7177 NE Imbrie Drive Hillsboro, OR 97124
February 14
February 8
February 15
May 28
Hillsboro Awards Gala
May 17
Latino Cultural Festival
August 14
Hillsboro Farm Fresh
September 11
Golf Scramble
September 30 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Summit October 22
8:00am–9:00am WakeUp! Hillsboro NY Life - Glenn Healey @Hillsboro Chamber Office
February 21
) 8:00am–9:00am WakeUp! Hillsboro Diane Falcone @Hillsboro Chamber Office
February 28
8:00am–9:00am WakeUp! Hillsboro @Roberts Edwards Agency 3623 NE John Olsen Rd. Hillsboro, OR 97124
Manufacturers’ Symposium
November 3 Mental Health Issues & Resources Symposium February 22
February 29
November 12 Washington County Green Business Symposium
Exclusive IT Provider to the Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce Since 2005
Building Trusted IT Relationships Since 1997
HILLHUB H I L L S B O R O ’ S S TA R T U P C O M M U N I T Y
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT:
Amber Wilson, International Medical Relief of Children
Amber Wilson is the Director
of Global Operations for the Foundation for International Medical Relief of Children (FIMRC). Founded in 2002, FIMRC is a global non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health of families through the implementation of innovative and self-sustainable health improvement programs. Through its network of outpatient clinics and partnerships, FIMRC asserts a multidimensional strategy that includes clinical services, extensive community outreach efforts, and health education programs. FIMRC
engages approximately 900 individuals annually who volunteer their time abroad and make a contribution in exchange for the experience FIMRC provides. Amber joined the FIMRC team in 2013 as an Operations Manager in Bududa, Uganda. Amber currently oversees operations for 10 clinics and public health initiatives in nine countries. Her responsibilities include sustainable growth development planning, international team management, and maintaining global performance in each country, including all legal and financial compliance. You can learn more about FIMRC and its opportunities to volunteer abroad at www.fimrc.org.
SCHOOL TO CAREER
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS BEGIN WITH A HANDSHAKE School to Career provides each student with a handout of “Good Questions to Ask People About Their Career” to help get the conversation started. On the other side of the sheet are a list of the “Top 10 Qualities and Skills Employers are Looking For”, some tips regarding dressing to make a great first impression, and SPECIAL skills to practice. SPECIAL stands for S – Shake Hands P – Posture E – Eye contact C – Charm I – Introduce yourself A – Ask a question L – Lean in & Listen. These are a resource for the students to keep.
Do
you feel that “kids these days” are lacking the professional skills they will need to be successful later in life? You’re not alone! We hear from our business partners, our volunteers, our teachers, the counselors, and even the students themselves that there is a great need for more education and information about how a student can become the right person for the job. The School to Career Program is in a unique position to be able to help students learn these skills. When they come to a career related learning event they are in the perfect mindset to be receptive, they understand that all of the other students in the room share the same interests that they have and that the presenter is an expert who has navigated the path to success in the student’s dream career. Students come to us ready to learn and listen.
Our best chance to make a lasting impact on the students and help them be ready for the world starts with our first interaction. Before a career event begins, we start with a handshake. We talk about the qualities of a good handshake, model it by shaking hands with a student volunteer, and then let them practice with each other. We know that the exercise is making a difference, as one student said “That was awful, but it won’t be as hard next time.”
Leadership
Hillsboro spent the morning on their January Government and Justice System Day diving deep into how the city and country are governed, who is responsible for what and how things work in our community. After enjoying a panel presentation by County Commissioner Jerry Willey, former Mayor Tom Hughes and Mayor Steve Callaway, the class heard about several pathways to getting involved in the community. A short walk over to the Washington County Correctional Facility lead to lunch and a tour of the jail. This day always gives the Leadership participants a really great behind-the-scenes look at Hillsboro and Washington County.
LATINX BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: MAINSTREAM LANDSCAPE
We’d like to highlight the first and new Latinx Leading
Investor at Diamond Level for 2020, Edward Simpson owner of Mainstream Landscape. Ms. Lopez, our Latinx Business Outreach Manager was working on a project regarding Latinx Oregon certified businesses in Washington County. A cold call quickly turned into an invaluable connection for the chamber and the Latinx business community. The chamber has supported Mr. Simpson and his business, and this has resulted in his commitment to the work the chamber does. We’re excited to have him on board because not only is he an incredible business owner he’s also an incredible human! He is relentless in supporting his community and those around him to a path of excellence and accomplishment. His humility, encouragement, and positivity are character traits that we seek to find for the Latinx business community and the community at large. He’s already had an immense impact in the community; we feel honored to have him on our team to further that impact in our circles and the City of Hillsboro. Thank you, Mainstream Landscape, for investing in us! Get to know this amazing business owner by following him at @mainstream_landscape on Instagram!
Member Anniversaries
32 YEARS
15 YEARS
6 YEARS
Dancing Dragon Restaurant Rick’s Custom Fencing & Decking Inc.
SERVPRO of Hillsboro/Forest Grove
14 Years
OLSA Resources Permapost Products Company Vac & Sew
25 YEARS
13 YEARS
Early Learning Matters
Secure Storage
23 YEARS
Horning’s Fishing & Picnic Hideout Tanasbourne 76/Touch Free Carwash Reliable Transmission Service Beaverton Foods, Inc. McDonald’s - 48th Ave Your Computer Guy Claeys’ Catering Inc Glen Spidal
Applied Materials, Inc Bugatti’s Precision Body & Paint, Inc
Central Auto Body Integrity Bodyworks Master Clinician Network McCann’s Medical S & H Landscape Supplies & Recycling
Brian Hoge, Licensed Real Estate Broker
8 YEARS
Cruise In Country Diner Edwards Realty Trust Hillsboro West Self Storage
7 YEARS
Simply Whole by Devi
16 YEARS
Champions Sports Bar & Grill Phone: (503) 747 6063 2947 SE 73rd Ave Hillsboro, OR 97123
2 YEARS
Inline Commercial Construction, Inc
RadiSys Corporation
4D Recovery Phone: (503) 481 3615 362 Oak St Hillsboro, OR 97123
3 YEARS
Abu Rasheed Express
9 YEARS
20 YEARS
17 YEARS
5 YEARS
10 YEARS
21 YEARS
18 YEARS
Walters Cultural Arts Center
1 YEAR
808 Grinds Birdee Media Evergreens Salad IPA Innovative Programming Alliance Merritt Realty Group New York Life Kaysi Whelan Super Tacos Ochoa Wag to my Heart Xcentric Exhibits & Promotions
Welcome New Members
Eleni’s Kitchen Phone: (404) 384 2455 Hillsboro, OR 97123
Nothing Bundt Cakes 2037 NW 185th Ave Hillsboro, OR 97124
My Oregon Painting Inc. Phone: (971) 269 4878 2900 SW Cornelius Pass Rd, Ste. 331 Hillsboro, OR 97123
Papalo’s Cuisine, LLC Phone: (971) 708 3949 Hillsboro, OR 97124
Teresa Hess Consulting Phone: (503) 821 9297 Hillsboro, OR 97123 Tualatin Valley Creates Phone: (503) 567 1713
THURSDAY SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER MELONY BUENGER
FEB 27 11:30AM - 1:00PM
LARKSPUR LANDING HOME SUITE HOTEL 3133 NE SHUTE RD HILLSBORO
Melanie Buenger is a national speaker, certified business coach and an entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in, business leadership, professional sales, and health and wellness. Melony is a sought-after speaker who will inspire, motivate, and have your audience committed to taking action! Her techniques are a road map to walk by faith and overcome fear to achieve your God-sized goals. As a certified business coach, Melony is on a mission to help people produce extraordinary results both personally and professionally. She is an expert in developing clarity, direction, and focus. Melony’s clients testify she teaches them to break through barriers to reach their goals. Melony specializes in working with ministry leaders and entrepreneurs who are ready to make an impact in the world. She challenges and encourages people to work with passion and purpose to become the leaders they are called to be. RSVP is required. Visit hillsborochamberor. com or contact Dara Schumacher at DaraS@ HillChamber.org for more information.
If you are 21-41 years old and looking to connect with other professionals your age, join us! No matter your industry, we welcome you for refreshments, networking, and fun!
SPONSORED BY:
Collet Morgan-Gresham
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM TOPGOLF HILLSBORO 5505 NW HUFFMAN ST HILLSBORO SPONSORED BY:
HILLSBORO CHAMBER. CATALYST. CONVENER. CHAMPION.