Enterprise Magazine Fall 2023

VINES & BINES

How wine and beer production is enhancing the Willamette Valley

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SEDCOR Staff

Executive Council

Chair

Kate Schwarzler

Owner, Indy Commons

Vice-Chair

Ryan Allbritton

SVP, Chief Banking Officer, Willamette Valley Bank Treasurer

Timothy Murphy

VP of Business Operations, DCI

Past Chair

Mike Keane

Shareholder and Managing Officer, Garrett Hemann Robertson

Board of Directors

Marin Arreola

President/Business Consultant, Advanced Economic Solutions

Curt Arthur

Managing Director, SVN Commercial Advisors

Ricardo Baez

President, Don Pancho

Authentic Mexican Foods, Inc.

Roxanne Beltz City Councilor, City of Monmouth

Becky Berger

Owner and CEO, Berger International

Alan Blood

General Manager, Garmin AT, Inc.

David Briggs

Trial Lawyer, Partner, Saalfeld Griggs PC

Patricia Callihan Bowman

Owner/Career Coach, Express Employment Professionals

Tom Christensen CFO, Oregon Fruit Products

Cathy Clark

Mayor, City of Keizer

Jacqueline Crosby

Operations Manager, Crosby Hop Farm

Richard Day

Owner/Manager, Advantage Holdings LLC

Brent DeHart

President, Salem Aviation

Rich Duncan President, Rich Duncan Construction, Inc.

Tony Eaquinto

Southern Regional Manager, Portland General Electric

Steve Elzinga

Partner, Sherman Sherman Johnnie & Hoyt, LLP

Juli Foscoli

Co-owner – PR & Marketing Manager, South Town Glass

Nathan Good Architect, Nathan Good Architects PC

Steve Horning

VP, Business Relationship Manager, People's Bank

Jessica Howard

President/CEO, Chemeketa Community College

Michael Fowler CEO, CabDoor

Tony Schacher General Manager, Salem Electric

Scott Snyder

General Manager, The Grand Hotel in Salem

Keith Stahley City Manager, City of Salem

Colm Willis County Commissioner, Marion County

Chris Hoy

Mayor, City of Salem

Mark Hoyt

Partner, Sherman Sherman Johnnie & Hoyt, LLP

Kent Kaufman

President/Owner, Kaufman Companies

Daryl Knox

CPA, Partner, Aldrich CPAs + Advisors

Jennifer Larsen Morrow

President, Creative Company, Inc.

Ryan Mosgrove

AVP, Business Banking

Relationship Manager, Key Bank

Kim Parker-Llerenas

Executive Director, Willamette Workforce Partnership

James Parr

Chief Financial Officer, Salem Health, Hospitals & Clinics

Craig Pope County Commissioner, Polk County

Ryan Rasmussen

Vice President of Administration, Modern Building Systems

Mark Raum

VP, Commercial Banking Officer, Umpqua Bank

David Rheinholdt

Board President, Latino Business Alliance

Samantha Ridderbusch

Director, Government & Regulatory Affairs, Comcast

Scott Salazar

Regional Business Manager, Pacific Power

Liz Schaecher

Program Coordinator, Oregon Aglink

Zachary Sielicky Government Affairs, NW Natural

Renata Wakeley

Special Projects Director, City of Woodburn

Cyrus Ward Audit Manager - CPA, Aldrich CPAs + Advisors

Erik Andersson President

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Jenni Kistler

Director of Operations

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Nick Harville

Business Retention & Expansion Manager –Marion County 503-837-1804

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Alex Paraskevas

Economic Development Manager – Polk County Rural Innovation Catalyst 503-837-1803

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Abisha Stone

Economic Development Manager – Yamhill County 503-507-4175

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Naureen Khan

Communications and Marketing Manager 503-837-1802

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Vines and Bines Entwine Our Valley

This issue of Enterprise is putting a spotlight on vines and bines, the base of the Mid-Willamette Valley’s wine and beer industries. At SEDCOR we work to promote the beverages that we enjoy. They have their start in the agriculture lands of the Willamette Valley. Grapes and hops, like many of the nearly 200 crops grown in the region, are exported out of the region and well beyond our shores to customers around the world. But my guess is that the vast majority of people enjoying a bottle of beer, or a glass of wine do not give much thought to it being an agricultural product.

The beer, wine (and bines and vines) industries are highly competitive, and growers, vintners, and brewers must consistently innovate to stay ahead of the competition. Innovation takes place at every stage of the process of getting from the ground to the bottle and glass. I like the way the folks at Coleman Agriculture recently described it, finding success in bringing together a century of hop-growing expertise with new, innovative technologies. This is the type of news we love to promote at SEDCOR, as we recognize the passion and skill that is required to maintain the high quality of products produced in the Willamette Valley. In Coleman’s case, they have installed sensors in the floors of their hop kilns to standardize its hop drying process. By doing so, the company maintains consistent high quality by automatically adjusting heat and airflow during the drying process based on the moisture of the hops. Just one of the reasons that the India Pale Ale you enjoy tastes so good. In the following pages, you will learn of other exciting developments happening in the region’s wine and beer industries. Our cover story highlights the beautiful new Willamette Valley Vineyards winery in Dayton, Domaine Willamette. The winery not only puts the spotlight on sparkling wines, but also the biodynamic process used in making them. From growth to fermentation, the process is entirely natural and chemical-free.

You’ll also be introduced to the entrepreneurs behind Revino, a concept that has “Oregon” written all over it: a refillable glass bottle ecosystem for both the beverage producers and the customers who enjoy their products. The company is working with the wine industry to introduce a system which would eliminate single-use packaging and transform the market. The European Union set a goal of five percent wine bottle reuse by 2030. We’re excited to see that type of transformational thinking happening right here in the Mid-Valley too.

And finally, you’ll see an update from Crosby Hop Farm, another Willamette Valley hop farm that has been in business for generations while consistently being an innovator. This year they brought an exciting new product to the market, CGX Cryogenic Lupulin Pellets, which involves freezing raw hop bails to ultimately create hop pellets with big flavor and an amazing aroma profile. Additionally, the new product allows for increased brewing yields, reduced shipping and storage costs and due to less packaging, transportation and refrigeration costs, a reduced environmental impact.

A couple of years ago, SEDCOR created videos that illustrated the supply chain of wine and beer production as a reminder to consider all the industries that are being supported when you raise a glass. We also want you to recognize the amount of innovation and technological advances that combine with generations of growing experience to produce these beverages enjoyed around the world.

Erik Andersson SEDCOR President

Erik Andersson, President

Boys & Girls Club of Salem Marion & Polk Counties Announces New Teen Services

Sue Bloom, Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Salem Marion & Polk Counties announced that the club has created new Programs designed specifically for teens. They

Teen Centers: 5 locations serving teens in middle school and high school.

Great by 8th (GB8): Weekly activities for middle school students including academic support, STEAM workshops, leadership opportunities and field trips. GB8 brings together interactive activities, personal mentors, tutors, and technology to help our members navigate the world. Highlights include academic success and mentoring as well as career and college exposure.

T3: Training Teens for Tomorrow: A comprehensive education, prevention, and employment program for high school students in which teens have access to career and college exploration, paid internships, academic support and more!

ASPIRE career and college mentoring program for youth in T3 and GB8.

Falck Ambulance Adds Clinical Manager

Cole VanEpps Has been selected as Falck Northwest-Salem's Clinical Manager.

Cole has been acting as Interim Clinical Manager. Cole most recently served as a Paramedic-FTO in the system before the Interim Clinical Manager appointment. Cole brings 20 years of experience as a Paramedic with Flight Paramedic credentialing, multiple instructor certifications, in-hospital work, tactical EMS experience, and roles in EMS education and event medical services. He took on a major task of coordinating our COVID-19 response for Falck in Oregon.

David Patterson, Falck’s Regional Managing Director said, “We have no doubt he will continue to partner with Salem EMS stakeholders to build on Falck’s mission to deliver excellent clinical care to our patients and push to innovate our system in Salem.

Join the Marion Resourcers Movement from Marion County Environmental Services

Marion County Environmental Services launched the new Marion Resourcers Movement program on August 1, 2023. The volunteer training program provides free classes for community members to learn about the integrated waste management system in Marion County, from recycling rules and the waste disposal process to tips for reducing waste personally and within the community.

This program takes the place of the legacy Master Recyclers program, which was started in Marion County in 1994. The new program continues to teach participants about recycling in Marion County, but it now expands the program to include new topics like community building, presentations from local sustainable businesses, food waste prevention, repair, field trips to tour disposal locations, and more.

Marion Resourcer Movement classes take place twice a year, in the fall and spring. The next class will take place in Woodburn, Oregon. www.marionresourcesmovement.org

Cole VanEpps

Hotel Salem Brings Upscale Lodging To South Salem

The Hotel Salem, formerly the Phoenix Inn Suites on South Commercial in Salem, re-opens its doors after a 7-month remodel. Priding itself as the first hotel within VIP’s Industries portfolio, the locally owned and operated company excitedly welcomes the new

look and name.

For 18 years, Soraida Cross, General Manager, has dedicated her talent, energy, and ideas to all aspects of the company. She started as a bartender at the Grand Hotel’s Bentley’s. Soon, she was promoted to special events coordinator, and only a few years later, earned the role as General Manager of Bentley’s. Soraida accepted the position as General Manager of The Phoenix Inn, in Salem and is continuing her success with an amazing crew.

Avelo brings passenger flights to Salem

Avelo Airlines announced the start of flights from Salem (SLE) to two of the region’s favorite destinations - Los Angeles via Hollywood-Burbank airport (BUR), and Las Vegas (LAS). Each destination will start with two flights per week with 147-seat 737-700s, catering to the leisure and “family and friends” markets. Initial fares were advertised as low as $39 each way, and with a la carte pricing for seats and bags.

Service will start on October 5 with a flight to Las Vegas, with the initial flight to Hollywood-Burbank the following day. The other flights are on Sunday and Monday, respectively. Starting in November, both destinations will have Thursday and Sunday schedules. The airline included four destinations in its agreement with the city, predicting additions of the San Francisco Bay Area and the Phoenix market in the next two years.

Marketing for the new service is being managed by Travel Salem with a combination of funds including the state grant, a federal DOT grant, and tourism taxes. “As for economic development, nothing will have a greater impact over the next ten years than successful commercial airline service” says Travel Salem CEO Angie Villery. The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce is managing the state grant, and both organizations have been active and invested members of the recruitment committee.

According to Fly Salem, the long-term goal is still to recruit a major carrier to a major hub, but that is unlikely until the nation’s pilot shortage is solved. “We were previously very close with United serving either SFO or DEN until the pilot shortage took it off the table,” according to Fly Salem Chair Brent DeHart. “We will have to prove ourselves with successful Avelo service to attract additional airlines’ attentions to the Mid-Valley market, which will be even more important to the business traveler.”

Soraida Cross

Brent DeHart

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Navy Comes to the Willamette Valley

Willamette Valley Navy Week will bring up to 75 Sailors from across the nation Sept. 26-Oct 1 to volunteer throughout the community and discuss how the Navy supports Oregon. This will be the first Navy Week hosted by the state of Oregon.

SEDCOR will host Navy Rear Admiral Charles “Mike” Brown at a VIP reception during the week. Admiral Brown has impressive credentials, commissioned in 1995 as a Direct Commission Officer. He mobilized in 2001 to Chief of Naval Operations Intelligence Plot in Washington, District of Columbia, where he served as a watchstander and briefer. He mobilized again in 2015 as officer in charge of the Intelligence Train, Advice, and Assist mission for Operation Resolute Support in Kabul, Afghanistan. In 2017 he served on orders as a senior assistant to Director, Navy Staff in Washington, D.C.

Willamette Valley Navy Week will feature in-person demonstrations, performances, and engagements throughout the week that will include:

• Senior Navy Leaders – Flag officer and senior civilian Navy leaders with ties to Oregon and the surrounding area.

• Namesake Sailors – Sailors serving on USS Oregon (SSN 793), a Virginia-class fast-attack submarine and USS Portland (LPD 27), a San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock.

• Navy Band Northwest – Performances and masterclasses with Navy Musicians.

• Naval History and Heritage Command – Educational presentations and lesson plans about the deep ties between Oregon and the Navy.

• USS Constitution – Demonstrations about the oldest commissioned ship in the Navy.

• Navy Expeditionary Combat Command – Educational

STEM presentations and fitness demonstrations by technicians, medics, and divers.

• U.S. Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command – Educational presentation on the importance of atmospheric and oceanographic science and the overall value of STEM education to the Navy.

• Sailors’ visits to nonprofits-Marion-Polk Foodshare, Boys & Girls Club, YMCA, Willamette River Cleanup and more.

Navy Weeks are the service's signature outreach program, designed to allow the citizens of the Willamette Valley to learn about the Navy, its people, and its importance to national security and prosperity. The Navy Office of Community Outreach (NAVCO) coordinates Navy Weeks.

"We are excited to bring the Navy Week program to Oregon," said NAVCO's director, Cmdr. Anthony Falvo. "Seapower and America's Navy are more important now than ever before. The U.S. Navy remains our nation's most powerful instrument of military influence and Navy Weeks allow us to showcase how the Navy serves America at sea, in the air, and ashore."

"We coordinate about 75 outreach events during a Navy Week through corporate, civic, government, education, media, veterans, and community service engagements," said NAVCO Navy Week program manager Lt. Cmdr. Kevin Chambers. "We are looking forward to another great year of engagements and bringing the Navy to every corner of the United States."

WELCOME NAUREEN KHAN – Communications and Marketing Manager

SEDCOR welcomes Naureen Khan as the new Communications and Marketing Manager. In this role, she is tasked to share the story of the work that SEDCOR does in the region with our partners, funders, members, the public, media and other stakeholders. Naureen joins the SEDCOR team with a well-rounded background, suited well to the organization’s particular needs.

As a native Oregonian, Naureen has a strong passion to tell local stories and promote the growth of Oregon businesses. Previously, she worked as Communications & Public Relations Account Manager at Gard Communications where she has worked with a range of clients including those in the nonprofit, environmental and philanthropy fields. She has specialized in social media strategy and marketing outreach. In addition to managing SEDCOR’s communications and marketing, Naureen also works part-time for Friends of Frog Ferry, an initiative to bring a ferry service to Portland.

Naureen holds a degree in Marketing and International Business with an Economics Minor from Portland State. During

her time at university, she studied abroad in Hong Kong and Japan. Her time in Hong Kong taught her about global business and economic operations. While in Japan, Naureen learned about earthquake and crisis resiliency and how it relates to Oregon’s preparedness for “The Big One.”

Outside of work, Naureen is a board member of GlobalPDX, an organization that connects globallyminded Oregonians, and also serves on the Dundee Community Committee, a volunteer group that plans family events for residents of Dundee. She also is a professionally trained Bollywood dancer and spends her time looking for more ways to be sustainable.

Rear Admiral Charles “Mike” Brown

The Families Matter Project – Salem Health Foundation Supporting Patient Families

The Salem Health Foundation Family Matters Project opened last July to support emergency department (ER) patients and their families by providing improved access and amenities. Improvements included creating new waiting spaces for respite and reflection and easier access to emergency services.

Salem Hospital ER is the busiest ER in Oregon and the Northwest United States, with approximately 115,000 yearly patient visits. The Families Matter project updated the ER entryway to offer better access, visibility with improved signage, a new patient drop-off loading zone with covered outdoor seating, and increased access to care with improved visibility for medical staff.

The project also included an all-faiths chapel, a partially covered, full-lit outdoor garden area, and indoor and outdoor seating close to the ER for families to gather, have an opportunity to decompress, or have a moment of respite.

Any visit requiring urgent medical attention is frightening and can involve extended waiting periods. This can be especially uncomfortable for older adults, people with disabilities and fragilities, and young children. This project has an extraordinary impact on anyone who is elderly, non-English speaking, has a young family, or arrives already stressed or under duress.

The Salem Health Foundation is proud to provide the community with beautiful reflection and respite spaces adjacent to the emergency room for the first time in Salem Hospital's history. The lasting impacts of the Family Matters Project will span the next 50 years, touching hundreds of thousands of community members during some of their most challenging times.

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Bruks Siwertell Group Acquires West Salem Machinery

Mark Lyman, CEO of West Salem Machinery, announced that Bruks Siwertell Group, headquartered in Sweden, acquired West Salem Machinery (WSM) in July. The Salem-based engineering and manufacturing company will continue to operate under its current name as a separate internal division within Bruks Siwertell Group.

“We could not be more delighted to bring WSM under the Bruks Siwertell Group umbrella,” says Peter Jonsson, CEO, Bruks Siwertell Group. “For more than seventy years, WSM has forged its reputation across numerous processing industries including wood products, recycling, soil/mulch, pulp and paper, biofuels, and many more, making it one of the most recognized suppliers of biomass and wood fiber processing machinery in North America.

“We are looking forward to pursuing growth opportunities as part of a larger group with a global footprint,” continues Lyman. “We will work in close collaboration with all Bruks Siwertell Wood Technology units, complementing, strengthening, and expanding our combined product and service portfolios for customers worldwide. WSM’s personnel will be fully retained and welcomed into the Bruks Siwertell Group.”

“All our brands share many core qualities, recognized, and relied upon throughout installations worldwide. WSM is a company focused on high-quality, customized machinery manufacturing

and its acquisition will perfectly fit, not only with our equipment range, but also our company values. WSM personnel are an integral part of the acquisition, and we welcome Mark Lyman and his team to the Bruks Siwertell family,“ Jonsson says.

ABOUT WSM: Founded in the Pacific Northwest, WSM started operations by supplying machinery to sawmills in the region and expanded into the recycling industry. Today, WSM is an engineering company, employing 70 personnel, with products that include grinders, shredders, hogs, hammer mills and screens, delivering single machine installations to full-scale production lines.

Mark Lyman, CEO of West Salem Machinery.

Domaine Willamette Bringing Sparkling Wine to Oregon

Sparkling wine fans, your next adventure awaits at Domaine Willamette in the Dundee Hills.

Situated at Bernau Estate Vineyard and just off Highway 99 in the heart of Oregon wine country, guests take in sweeping views of the vineyard with Mount Hood on the horizon, linger in the gardens and enjoy wine and food pairings grounded in the high-quality agricultural products of the Pacific Northwest.

Founded by Jim and Jan Bernau, Domaine Willamette is Oregon’s first sparkling winery dedicated exclusively to producing méthode traditionnelle wines in the facility’s underground aging cellar. Jim is the Founder and CEO of Willamette Valley Vineyards and Jan led the development and construction of the new sparkling winery.

“Domaine Willamette represents the hard work and dedication of our employees, as well as the impact of small investments by wine enthusiasts in the project,” Jim Bernau said, referring to a legion of supporters who have purchased shares of preferred stock in Willamette Valley Vineyards to raise funds for the winery’s expansion (NASDAQ: WVVIP). “A belief in Domaine Willamette's philosophy is part of what unites our community of wine lovers.”

Investors aren’t the only ones inspired by Domaine Willamette’s approach to winemaking and winegrowing. Domaine Willamette was recently named a “must-visit” winery by Wine Enthusiast Magazine and earned a Landmark Award from the Portland Business Journal as a key development in the Dundee Hills community.

Domaine Willamette vineyards are certified LIVE (Low Input Viticulture and Enology) and Salmon-Safe. In addition, its integration of biodynamic principles helps distinguish the winery.

Biodynamics, a holistic and ethical farming approach, forms the foundation of the Bernau Estate Vineyard. This commitment to

biodynamics is woven into every aspect of the winery.

A self-sustaining wine shop equipped with Tesla solar panels and batteries exemplifies Domaine Willamette's dedication to sustainability and serves as an educational hub for biodynamic practices. A biodynamic clock within the shop, reflecting lunar phases and agricultural activity, further connects visitors to the rhythm of the vineyard.

Additionally, Freres Engineered Wood of Lyons, Oregon, was selected by the Bernau’s to supply its Mass Ply Panels for the roof of the winery’s outdoor pavilion. These panels combine environmental sustainability with natural beauty and speak to the winery’s commitment to stewarding the land.

Domaine Willamette combines architectural ingenuity with artistic expression. Guests will discover creations by fiber artist Xander Griffith and felt artist Kristy Kún, among others, throughout the winery.

The biodynamic garden, featuring a gently cascading waterfall and pond, enhances the serene ambiance and offers panoramic views of the Dundee Hills. Strategically placed sculptures – the work of stone carver Maricio Saldaña of Guinett Masonry – help tell the story of biodynamics.

Domaine Willamette marries winemaking with culinary artistry. Guests can choose from various pairing experiences curated by Executive Winery Chef DJ MacIntyre. From elegant bites to full meals, the offerings cater to diverse preferences. The menu features fresh, seasonal dishes with the winery’s classic Oregon wines.

Domaine Willamette's appeal lies in its commitment to sustainable practices, architectural integrity, and culinary innovation. As Dundee continues to grow as a thriving wine destination in the Willamette Valley, Domaine Willamette stands as a testament to dedication and excellence, inspiring enthusiasts to embrace the essence and toast to the future of the Oregon wine experience.

Woodburn’s Crosby Hops and Topwire Hop Project Innovating the Industry with New Products

If you have enjoyed the beer garden experience at TopWire Hop Project, surrounded by a lush field of Centennial hops, you may not be aware of everything going on behind the scenes at Crosby Hop Farm.

Crosby Hops is an integrated hop grower, processor, and merchant located in Woodburn, enjoying the ideal hop-growing environment. TopWire, which strives to be the “key beer destination in the region” is just an extension of the farm, which operates along with its research and development efforts.

Crosby Hops history goes back to the Oregon Trail, when 18-year-old Charles Crosby left California’s gold fields for Oregon. Charles, his son, Albert and grandson Edgar and greatgrandson Kevin would follow his dream of cultivating “green gold” in the Willamette Valley. Today, Blake Crosby, the fifth generation of the family, carries on the Crosby farming tradition. His family farms over 600 acres of the estate and plays in the international marketplace.

Crosby is highly engaged in helping brewers create amazing beers. They recently have broken new ground by broadening

access to cryogenically processed hop products. CGX™ are cryogenically processed lupulin (the active ingredient in hops) pellets. These concentrated pellets are now available in several varieties, including Strata® from Indie Hops Flavor Project, and Nelson Sauvin™ from Hop Revolution – both an industry first in this special format.

Crosby promotes other advantages of the product that include increased brewing yield; reduced shipping, and storage costs; reduced environmental impact; increased revenue per batch; and improved flavor and aroma. With up to twice the concentration of the standard T-90s pellets (type 90 pellets made from pulverized hops made up of 90% green matter by weight and 10% lupulin) and reduced vegetal matter, the new product offers brewers another tool to deliver a variety of specific hop flavors with increased efficiencies in the brewhouse.

“The rate of change and advancement in hop products is only accelerating,” said Blake Crosby,

Crosby Hops CEO. “We felt strongly that another quality cryogenically processed hop product was needed to broaden market access. It’s clear that this processing technique is superior to older T-45 (type 45) technologies, and we believe in its future to reshape the brewing industry. We doubled down on that vision in sharing this exciting technology with some of our trailblazing peers.”

Two premier global hop providers and partners, Indie Hops and Hop Revolution, also have access to the patent pending CGX technology as part of this exciting new release. This innovative and united effort greatly broadens the availability to brewers who desire the benefits of cryogenic lupulin products and multiple outlets to choose from.

“CGX creates a more focused hop expression that allows us to finetune our desired expression in the beer. If T-90 pellets are like having the bass, mids, and treble all on one dial, CGX allows us to be more precise in the EQ,” said Blake Tyers, Senior Director, Catalyst Division at Creature Comforts Brewing Co.

Revino's Refillable Glass Bottles: Paving the way for a more sustainable future

Revino's co-founders, Keenan O'Hern and Adam Rack, have been collaborating with partners across the supply chain since SEDCOR's initial interview last summer, in pursuit of their goal to bring a refillable glass bottle to Oregon’s wine industry. Working alongside more than 70 local wineries and glass industry experts worldwide, the team has created an elegant bottle mold that is now ready for widespread adoption and reuse within the wine sector.

Renowned producers from the Willamette Valley, including some iconic names, have been among the first to embrace this initiative. Many of these wineries have long been committed to minimizing emissions in their operations, recognizing the significant environmental impact of glass bottles. As the beverage industry strives for sustainability, various studies and governmental bodies, including the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), consistently highlight glass reuse as the most effective strategy for a greener economy within the sector.

Revino is set to acquire 2.4 million Returnable Glass Bottles (RGBs) in early 2024 with the goal of providing reusable bottles to more than 30 wineries during their 2024 bottling processes. Consumers will easily identify these refillable bottles by their distinctive leaf-inspired design and the

"REFILLABLE" inscription at the base. Once used, RGBs can be returned to Revino's partner wineries or designated return locations. The bottles will then undergo sorting and cleaning at Revino's new sanitation facility, scheduled for construction in the third quarter of 2024. Following sanitization, the bottles will be returned to winery partners for reuse.

Pioneering the sustainability movement in the wine industry, Revino aims to drive a cultural shift, encouraging both wineries and consumers to embrace refillable glass bottles as a practical and environmentally conscious choice. By partnering with Revino, wineries can actively cut down on their emissions, conserve natural resources, curb waste, and safeguard the environment.

Adam Rack & Keenan O'Hern, co-founders of Revino.

Adam Rack

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[ THANK YOU FOR 50 YEARS OF GIVING ]

We all give in different ways. Whether you support the arts by giving of your time, skills, pocketbook or otherwise, we thank you for your generosity. As your community foundation, we count on generous people like you to help us improve the lives of all Oregonians. So in this, our 50th year, OCF is celebrating YOU. Visit oregoncf.org/50 to see the positive impact we’ve made together, find new ways to give and get inspired.

SEDCOR Golf Tournament Recap

June 16 – Illahe Hills Country Club

Christmas in June? Fourth of July? Get a treat from a life-sized Easter bunny or celebrate Tax Freedom Day with Uncle Sam. SEDCOR golfers traveled through the seasons with a tournament recognizing all we enjoy about holidays.

Golf Team Winners:

• 1st Place Net: Huggins Insurance Team

• 1st Place Gross: Lineage Logistics Team

• 2nd Place Net: White Oak Construction Team

• 2nd Place Gross: Individual Golfers Team - Nate Combs (Marion County), Tommy Dalke (Dalke Property Management), James Gunia (Salem FD), & Andrew Howard (CVS Pharmacy)

• 3rd Place Net: BB&A Environmental Team

• 3rd Place Gross: RE/MAX Integrity - Erika Templeton Team

Sponsor Winners:

• Best Giveaway: Perlo Construction

• Excellence in Decoration: Willamette Valley Bank

• SEDCOR Choice: Aldrich CPAs + Advisors

On-site KP and Long-Drive contest winners: Cassie Martin, Tim Heim, James Gunia, Scott Worthington, and Scott Snyder.

Photo by Zak Stone Photography

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Les Schwab Tire Center-Silverton

Low Voltage NW

Maps Credit Union

Maps Insurance Services, LLC

Thank you, New and Renewing Members

Marion Ag Service, Inc.

Marion County

Marion Polk Food Share

McMinnville Area Chamber of Commerce

McMinnville Economic Development Partnership

Michael W Grainey Consulting LLC

Micronesian Islander Community

Mid-Willamette Valley Council of Governments

MINET - Monmouth

Independence Network

Modern Building Systems, Inc.

Monmouth-Independence Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center

Mt. Angel Chamber of Commerce

Mt. Angel Community Foundation

Mt. Angel Publishing, Inc.

Multi Tech Engineering Services, Inc.

N. Levin Industrial Real Estate

Nathan Good Architects

Newberg Downtown Association

NW Natural

Office of Governor Tina Kotek

OnPoint Community Credit Union

Oregon Aglink

Oregon Aglink

Oregon Corrections Enterprises

Oregon Legislative Assembly

Oregon State Credit Union

OSU Extension Service, Polk County

Pacific Building Systems

Pacific Crest Real Estate Advisors

Pacific NW Properties

Pacific Office Automation

Pacific Power

People's Bank

Perlo Construction

Petra Technologies, Inc.

Polk County

Portland General Electric

Powell Banz Valuation, LLC

Power Auto Group, Fleet & Commercial Sales

Pratum Co-op

Premier NW Insurance

PRO-CURE

Ram Steelco, Inc.

RE/MAX Integrity

Rich Duncan Construction Inc

RiverBend Materials

rmg consulting

Saalfeld Griggs PC

Safety Electric, Inc.

Salem Area Chamber of Commerce

Salem Area Mass Transit District

Salem Aviation

Salem Contractors Exchange

Salem Convention Center

Salem Electric

Santiam Hospital & Clinic

Select Impressions (DeWilde & Bassinger)

Sherman Sherman Johnnie & Hoyt, LLP

Silverton Area Chamber of Commerce

SMI Property Management

SMI Real Estate

South Town Glass

Spirit Mountain Casino

Stayton Sublimity Chamber of Commerce

Summit Wealth Management

SVN Commercial Advisors

Swiftcare Urgent Care

The Grand Hotel in Salem

The Grant Company

The Greater Sheridan Chamber of Commerce

The Holman Riverfront Park Hotel

The Hotel Salem

The Law Office of Abby Fitts

Thomas Kay Flooring & Interiors

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Tradition Real Estate Partners

Travel Salem

U.S. Commercial Service, U.S.

Department of Commerce

U.S. Representative Andrea Salinas' Office

U.S. Representative Lori

Chavez-DeRemer's Office

U.S. Representative Suzanne

Bonamici's Office

U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley's Office

U.S. Senator Ron Wyden's Office

Umpqua Bank

VanNatta Public Relations

Wagner Advisory Group LLC

Wells Fargo Bank - Commercial Banking

West Coast Companies

West Salem Business Association

Westech Engineering, Inc.

Western Oregon University

White Oak Construction, Inc.

Wilco

Willamette Heritage Center

Willamette MBA

Willamette Valley Pie Co., LLC

Willamette Valley Vineyards

Willamette Workforce Partnership

Withers Lumber Company

Wllamette Valley Bank

Woodburn Area Chamber of Commerce

Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm

Zena Forest Products

2023 SEDCOR AWARDS

Pratum Co-op

ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR:

Dreamies Creamery

COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD: John Gooley

BUSINESS PARTNER OF THE YEAR:

Pacific Crest Real Estate Advisors

COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AWARD:

The cities of Independence & Monmouth

Presented by

With additional support by

MANUFACTURER OF THE YEAR: A-dec Inc.

INNOVATIVE PRODUCT:

Zena Forest Products

OUTSTANDING PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP:

Latino Microenterprise Development Program (LMDP)

Advanced Economic Solutions

Chemeketa SBDC

Latino Business Alliance

Mid-Willamette Valley Council of Governments

Julie Thackeray & Allison Thackeray from Dreamies Creamery accepting their award for Entrepreneur of the Year.

Ryan Allbritton presenting A-dec’s President, Marv Nelson, the award for Manufacturer of the Year.

Mayor of Independence, John McArdle, and Mayor of Monmouth, Cec Koontz, accepting the award for Community Leadership.

Latino Microenterprise Development Program receiving the award for Outstanding Public/Private Partnership

Commissioner Colm Willis presenting John Gooley with the Community Service Award.

Pratum Co-op’s President, Troy Kuenzi, accepting Agri-Business of the Year, presented by Daryl Knox

OMIC R&D: Driving Innovation and Advancing Manufacturing

It is possible that you have heard of OMIC R&D. It is much easier to say than the Oregon Manufacturing Innovation Center - Research and Development. Even if you have heard of us, you probably are not exactly sure who we are and what we do. It is hard to explain without having you come out to OMIC R&D so we can show you around. But I am hoping to give enough of an understanding in this article, so that when someone asks, “Have you heard of OMIC R&D?” you can nod sagely, and say, “Oh yes! That is the applied research center that is a pioneering force in manufacturing, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the industry.” Or something smart like that! From innovative technologies like additive manufacturing to perfecting the timeless practice of traditional machining, OMIC R&D is at the forefront of driving progress and providing Oregon businesses with a competitive edge.

Craig Campbell Executive Director

OMIC R&D is at its core a collaborative initiative, bringing together industry leaders, universities, and local small businesses to fuel innovation in the manufacturing sector. We primarily focus on metal manufacturing and apply cuttingedge technologies and new techniques to power industrial growth and academic progress.

Additive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printing, is the premiere technology of OMIC R&D's newest transformative efforts. We just completed a 30,000 sq foot center to help manufacturers determine what kind of additive manufacturing is best for them. Additive manufacturing is a game changer. It allows manufacturers to craft intricate and customized parts layer by layer, offering a level of design flexibility never seen before. The benefits of additive manufacturing are vast - faster prototyping, reduced material waste, and increased manufacturing efficiency. OMIC R&D's expertise in this area ensures that businesses can harness the full potential of this game-changing technology with limited barriers to entry.

In addition to the exciting possibilities of additive manufacturing, OMIC R&D also hosts research that stretch the boundaries of what has been referred to as subtractive, or traditional machining using some combination of milling or turning to produce parts. OMIC R&D takes tested techniques and combines them with new advanced technologies and finds new applications and approaches to manufacturing.

As OMIC R&D forges ahead on the path of innovation, it also seeks to overcome existing challenges within the

manufacturing sector. Perhaps the biggest is the lack of people looking for careers in manufacturing. OMIC R&D through our OMIC Academy is working on that problem too. First, we are developing a new kind of training that gets future employees the skills they need to start in a manufacturing job. We create those trainings in virtual reality so students can learn how to run mills and lathes even in communities where those machines aren’t available for students. Here we hope to reach out to learners who come from small rural communities, or schools that do not have Career Training Engineering (CTE) classes in manufacturing which require expensive machines and skilled teachers. So, we are bringing machining training to students virtually wherever they are.

OMIC R&D will continue to shape the future of manufacturing by fostering collaborative partnerships, inspiring businesses to achieve their highest potential, and providing a bright and prosperous future for those interested in a career in the manufacturing sector.

Above: The OMIC R&D team outside the Additive Innovation Center. Below: The original OMIC R&D facility located in Scappoose, OR. The building started its life as a diesel mechanic shop and has since been transformed into the Subtractive Innovation Center.

INSIGHTS FROM CHEMEKETA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Chemeketa Community College's Wine Studies Program: Cultivating Excellence Through Industry-Education Partnerships

Surrounded by the rolling hills and lush vineyards, Chemeketa Community College stands tall as a cornerstone in the region's wine industry. With an unwavering commitment to providing students with the knowledge and skills required to succeed, the Wine Studies Program has become a beacon of excellence, combining academics with industry-focused experiences.

The roots of Chemeketa's Wine Studies Program lie in its Vineyard Management Program, where students immerse themselves in the science of grape cultivation. From soil analysis and vineyard management to pruning techniques and pest control, this comprehensive program equips future vineyard managers with the knowledge necessary to foster thriving vineyards. In the upcoming year, students will embrace a novel addition to their learning toolkit—a no-till seeder. This technology carries numerous advantages within a vineyard setting, including reduced soil compaction through a single pass for crop establishment. Furthermore, the practice of no-till farming plays a pivotal role in curbing soil erosion, as the soil remains relatively undisturbed. The implementation of no-till planting acts as a safeguard against erosion caused by wind and rain, particularly important for the steep slopes that grow our grapevines in this region.

For those seeking to transform the fruits of the vine into exceptional wines, Chemeketa's Winemaking Program provides a cutting-edge education. Under the guidance of experienced winemakers, students learn the intricacies of fermentation, blending, aging, and bottling. The hands-on approach allows aspiring winemakers to hone their craft and develop their unique wine styles. Over the course of the last 22 years, the students engaged in winemaking have diligently undertaken the task of hand-bottling wine annually. However, a shift awaits those who begin their journey in the Fall of 2023. This group of student winemakers will mark the inauguration of utilizing a recently procured Borelli CIAO+ bottling and labeling line to bottle Chemeketa Cellars wine. With this valuable enhancement, the college stands poised to provide supplementary industry training focusing on the operation of bottling lines—a skillset sought after within our region.

To complement the production side of the industry, Chemeketa offers a Wine Hospitality Operations Certificate, where students gain expertise in wine tasting, food pairing, event

planning, and customer service. With a focus on delivering unforgettable wine experiences, graduates are well-prepared to excel in the hospitality sector of the wine industry.

At the heart of Chemeketa's Wine Studies Program is Chemeketa Cellars tasting room. Here, students have the chance to interact with consumers, showcase the program’s wines, and receive valuable feedback. The facility serves as a dynamic learning environment, bridging the gap between classroom theories and real-world practices.

Chemeketa is also committed to student success beyond the regular curriculum. The college collaborates closely with industry leaders to offer workshops that address the evolving needs of the wine industry. These workshops provide students with up-to-date insights and practical skills, ensuring they remain competitive and relevant in the ever-changing market.

The Sparkling Symposium and Technical Symposium, scheduled for early 2024, epitomize Chemeketa's dedication to fostering innovation and industry collaboration. Renowned experts and professionals converge at these events to share groundbreaking research, industry trends, and best practices. For students, these symposiums provide an invaluable platform to network, learn, and gain inspiration from the industry's best. The college firmly believes that the success of the wine industry hinges on strong industry-education partnerships. By bridging the gap between academia and the wine business, students receive a well-rounded education that aligns with the industry's demands. In return, the wine industry benefits from a skilled and dynamic workforce that continues to drive growth and innovation.

Paul Davis, Dean

Wine Studies & Yamhill Valley Career and Technical Education Chemeketa Community College

Supporting Marion County’s World Class Wine and Hop Industries

by Kevin Cameron, Marion County Commissioner

As a county commissioner in Marion County, Oregon, I am proud to see the advancements that have been made in the agricultural production of wine and hops in our region. The Willamette Valley is known for its ideal climate and soil conditions for growing these crops, and our farmers and winemakers have taken advantage of this to produce some of the best products in the world.

In recent years, we have seen advancements in agricultural technology that have helped to improve the quality and yield of wine grapes and hops, especially with an increase in the use of technology to hone or improve processes. These advancements have helped to make Marion County a powerhouse in the production of these crops. The value of the wine grapes grown in Oregon was estimated to be $271 million in 2021, and the value of the hops grown in the county was estimated to be $75 million in 2020. These crops support thousands of living-wage jobs in our region, and they contribute significantly to our economy.

In addition to supporting our economy, these industries also play a vital role in our community by attracting tourists from all over the world and helping promote our region as a desirable place to live

and work.

The Marion County Board of Commissioners is committed to supporting business owners and workers in the wine and hop industries. Previously, we have worked with the Oregon Legislature to pass legislation providing property tax deferral for farmers and winemakers, among others, who grow their infrastructure to provide more jobs. We have also invested millions in federal American Rescue Plan Act dollars toward county-wide infrastructure projects that both serve our community and will help improve the transportation of these crops. Finally, we have worked diligently to expand broadband internet access across the Willamette Valley so that farms have the internet speeds they need to modernize their processes and machinery.

I am confident that these industries will only continue to grow in Marion County in the years to come. We have the ideal climate and soil conditions, the talented farmers and winemakers dedicated to their craft, and supportive government policies. I am excited to see what the future holds here in our region.

City of Carlton Update

by Linda Watkins, Mayor, City of Carlton

While my city of Carlton is best-known these days as a central figure in Oregon’s wine industry, for our residents Carlton is a community…our home. For many, it’s also the home of their parents, their grandparents, and their great-grandparents; it’s the town they grew up in, and their roots run deep. They may leave for school, for jobs, but they return and raise their families here.

Our population is slightly over 2200, with a significant portion of that added in the last four years, as urban flight sends families in search of smaller, more closely-knit communities that are within a reasonable commuting distance.

We face two challenges these days: Maintaining, repairing, and expanding the infrastructure needed to accommodate new growth, and evolving gracefully from a small farming and logging community to being on the epicenter of Oregon’s wine industry – and along with the wine we’re seeing the addition of cider, beer, and whiskey facilities.

We’re experiencing the same growth spurt so many communities are grappling with right now – along with some of the same challenges regarding affordable housing and basic infrastructure, especially water.

Early this year we finished a two-part water project funded by two State Lottery grants: Part 1 involved finishing replacing the main water lines from our water treatment plant to the city limits. Sections of this line were nearly 100 years old and loss due to leakage was around 50%. After the lines were replaced, we tackled Part 2: Dredging our reservoir, which had not been cleared since it was built in the 1970s; a mudslide in the late 1980s reduced capacity even more. While the details of the dredging project are too many to go into here, the final result bears sharing…Over 2 MILLION GALLONS of water holding capacity were regained with the silt removal!

Those two projects alone will, at current use levels, keep our city in water for approximately two more decades, giving time for us to explore and arrange for larger water supplies as growth demands.

All of this is to say that our city is working hard to maintain its roots as a small rural community while gracefully growing and providing the amenities our new residents and visitors look for.

You can see the story of our city’s origins as you explore downtown: the Carlton State & Savings Bank, now a tasting room, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places; directly across Pine Street is the old Union Pacific train station, now refurbished as a visitor shop and wine tasting facility as is the refurbished Madsen Granary; and right next door is our local veterinarian’s office. Wine tasting opportunities line our main street, along with restaurants, whiskey tasting, bakery, coffee, and gift shops.

Keeping the look and feel of our city was a challenge faced by our city council when we undertook building a new city Civic Building. Currently under construction, the two-story building will house city offices and our police department. The council chambers on the main floor will be available for community activities, with a moveable divider to accommodate multiple events. The hallways will display historic city photos where you’ll see many of the buildings that still line Main Street. And the building exterior will be faced with “Carlton Classic” brick, created specifically to ensure the building blends in with our Main Street businesses.

When you enter Carlton - from any direction - you see signs welcoming you to our “Great Little Town.” We didn’t just make that up–it’s what our visitors named us. Our goal is to never lose that feel, no matter how much we grow.

INNOVATION IS OUR TRADITION

Finding a better way has been our way for a long time. It’s why we’re committed to stewarding healthy forestlands. To treating our employees like family, and giving back to the places we call home. It inspires us to develop the sustainable building materials of the future. So, while a lot is new at Freres, we’re proud to say that the most important things will never change.

Jim Church 503-910-7784 jimc@powerautogroup.com

Delana Johnson 503-769-7100 delana@powerautogroup.com

Brian Heinrich 503-504-3629 brian@powerautogroup.com

Ryan Church 503-769-7100 ryan@powerautogroup.com

Polk County Wineries & Breweries Attract Tourists

by Lyle Mordhorst, Polk County Commissioner

With its beautiful rolling hills, local farms and wineries, Polk County is the place to enjoy the best the valley offers. We rank second in both planted and harvested acreage. In the 1930's, Independence was called the "Hops Center of the World."

Today our county is one of two growing commercial hops. Tourism has skyrocketed due to our award-winning wines bringing attention to our local wineries scattered throughout this beautiful county. As you wind around our backroads exploring and enjoying your tastings (recommend appointments) you will see a very diverse agricultural base from the vineyards, to grass seed, to fruit orchards, to Christmas trees. What I love about our area is the incredible people who have built this industry here and continue to find ways to improve their versatility.

The two top tourist attractions in the state, #1 Central Oregon Coast and #2 Spirit Mountain Casino and Polk County is just on the way. The Casino alone attracts over one million cars per year and that places a lot of strain on our roadways. Highway 22 is one of the most popular routes utilized to access those destinations. We are currently working on two safety projects within this corridor which are the Hwy 22 & Hwy 51 Interchange which reached its capacity level in 2010. In this project we will be eliminating all the left turns and adding an overpass/interchange to replace the current intersection.

We also have the Forthill Rd Hwy 22 & 18 interchange which is another huge project. The goal of this project is to remove the industrial traffic out of Grand Ronde and create a safe

overpass/interchange just east of the casino to replace the very dangerous Hwy 18 & 22 intersection. At the same time, we will also be addressing the corner of kissing rock and straightening out the sharp curves on Hwy 22 just north of that intersection (watch a video here: https:// vimeo.com/582675276). Both of these intersections have been talked about and studied for a long time. We are working hard with ODOT to get them built, it is all about safety!

Finally, I want to mention our work to make broadband available for all residents. Some government agencies failed to realize (especially during COVID) that half of Polk County didn't have internet, so you couldn’t just "email out" applications and information. We're still filling holes and I am pleased to say that Polk County now has over 93% coverage.

Overall, I want to emphasize our fantastic quality of life in Polk County. Many people settle here for a rural environment, space, privacy, and the chance to enjoy a great Pinot or craft beer at one of their favorite spots while watching the sunset. I believe that trying all the different flavors of the county makes life worthwhile.

Next time you pass through the county, stop by a local farm stand/u-pick stand or attend a small-town festival. Remember, however, the tractor you're following is part of the process that brings food to our table.

Banking with a Local Focus:

• Local deposits are reinvested back into the community, supporting our local economy.

• On-site Loan Officers who are empowered to make local loan decisions, offering a variety of small business and commercial real estate loans.

• Access to modern banking technology supported by personalized care you expect from a community bank.

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Catching up with Agriculture at Chemeketa

Summer is a busy time of year. People are outside more, exploring and taking advantage of the great Willamette Valley weather. Summer is also a busy time for agriculture. Thrashing, baling, picking, packing, shipping, storing, tilling, and planning for the next season are occurring on your local farm, ranch, roadside fruit stand, and farmers’ market. It is no different at Chemeketa Community College and the Departments of Ag. Science and Technology and the Northwest Viticulture Center.

The Chemeketa Ag. Hub is buzzing with activities throughout the season. From hosting high school students for a weeklong horticulture experience, community events, weekly farmers market, students tending to the crops in the fields, installation of a new ornamental tree nursery, non-credit workforce development courses, and regional high school agriculture teachers getting some hands-on professional development. The Department of Agriculture Science and Technology participated in the FarWest Show in Portland and is gearing up for the start of Fall Term.

We have some exciting things happening all around the Department. The Horticulture Program continues to offer two degrees in Horticulture, a two-year Associate of Applied Science Degree, and a two-year Associate of Science Transfer Degree to Oregon State University. We have a new Irrigation Technician Certificate program. It is a 45-credit certificate designed to prepare students to enter the workforce as Irrigation Designers, Installation Supervisors, Service Technicians, and sales.

We also have developed a Crop Health Certificate designed to prepare students to take and obtain their pesticide applicator license and for direct entry into the workforce. They would learn to use equipment to propagate, transplant, fertilize, irrigate, prune, and evaluate production practices by applying the principles of sustainable agriculture. We continue to offer pesticide safety training for applicators to either get their license or earn credits for renewal.

In the non-credit workforce development area, we have some exciting new opportunities. We offer forklift training several times a year at our Brooks Campus. We just completed our second year of youth tractor certification courses that allow students as young as 14 to become certified to operate farm machinery and work directly on the farm.

We worked hard this spring to offer a seed exporting class series for the first time. It was a huge success, and we are already planning to expand it.

Our Electronics Program offered a series of courses for our food processing partners last year. The series focused on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of common issues in the processing industry. These include Program Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Programming, and other automation topics. We had several local processors participate and each send several employees. Also, part of our non-credit workforce development work is our Agribusiness Program. It continues to evolve and change to meet the needs of beginning and existing farms of all sizes. Look this fall for a new look for the program and we revise the program with the help of our industry partners and advisory committee.

As a department we continue to collaborate and partner with high school agriculture programs in many ways. We coordinate tours with many local high schools and host several local and state FFA events. Last spring, we partnered with OSU Extension in Marion County to host an Elementary Ag Fest. In total we hosted nearly 600 3rd graders from around Marion County. We held a plant sale at Ag Fest again this year, showcasing plants grown by our students and trees and shrubs from many of our industry partners. We continue to gain contracts for plants from around the area.

Our last big update is our new four-year degree program. Chemeketa Community College will be the first community college in Oregon to award a four-year Bachelor of Applied Science Degree. Our first degree program is in Leadership and Management and is housed in the Department of Agriculture Science and Technology. It is a two-year program designed to stack with a two-year degree from an accredited community college. The program is designed for working adults who have a desire to move up in their current career by becoming a manager/supervisor. The program couples with any two-year technical degree and develops leadership and management skills in participants. We are excited to launch this new program this fall and already have a cohort of over 30 students.

Tim Ray, MS

Agricultural and Extension Education Dean

Agricultural Sciences and Technology

Student Plant Sale.

Katie was raised on farm in the heart of the Willamette Valley where she learned the value of hard work and became passionate about the ag industry. After earning an agribusiness degree from West Texas A&M University she worked on cattle ranches across the Texas Panhandle, deepening her understanding of the agribusiness industry. Receiving her insurance license in 2011 and focusing on agribusiness insurance in Hereford Texas in 2019, she is not new to the insurance business. Now with Hagan Hamilton, she brings her experience and understanding of ag to better serve the Pacific Northwest. She is perfectly situated in our Salem office to provide excellent service to all the surrounding farms and ag related businesses.

Call Katie at 503-565-3323

katie.adams@haganhamilton.com haganhamilton.com

Youth Wage Grant

It has been said that the best way to learn something is by doing the thing. Work is no different.

Willamette Workforce Partnership, with funding from the Marion County Board of Commissioners, is offering reimbursement of $5 per hour for small businesses with 35 or fewer employees located in Marion County, Oregon, who employ first-time youth workers ages 14 through 17. Employers may receive reimbursement for up to 4 youth workers at a time and a total of $6,000. How to Apply? To apply for the grant, please Scan the QR code in the ad or visit WWW.willwp.org and complete the application. You will be asked to upload your Youth Employment Certificate, proof of worker’s compensation insurance, and Form W-9 (rev. Oct 2018) into the secure application. This application will take approximately 15 to 20 minutes to complete. Applications that fail to comply with all prescribed requirements or are incomplete will not be awarded. Awards will continue until funds are depleted.

We look forward to working with you and your business in hiring today’s youth. For more information contact Dean Craig, Business Services Director, dcraig@willwp.org

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For over 50 years, Chemeketa has served our community by preparing students for rewarding careers that strengthen our workforce.

Learn more about Chemeketa’s many educational and training programs. Visit go.chemeketa.edu/programs or scan this QR Code.