What Your Peers Are Saying

Meet Some Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association Members

Membership in ORLA means being part of the only organization in the state devoted to protecting and promoting the interests of our industry. It’s all of us together that makes that possible. Get inspired by these peer profiles where members share about changing perpectives and boosting consumer confidence. For a little springtime fun we also wanted to know who prefers a coastal getaway or mountain adventure, and what Disney character they would be if they could play one for a day.

Tell Your Peers a Little About You!

If you are a member, and are willing to be profiled here, please email us at info@OregonRLA.org. Also, let us know if there is a question you would like to see your peers answer.

GET TO KNOW SOME OF YOUR PEERS BY READING THEIR RESPONSES TO THESE BUSINESS RELATED QUESTIONS:

How has your perspective as a consumer changed due to the pandemic? How is your company boosting confidence in safety protocols?

NATALIE SHEILD Sheild Bistro & Catering Kitchen/ Pig & Turnip, Springfield

Title: Owner, Executive Chef Open Since: 2014 Member Since: 2021 Coast or Mountain? Mountain adventure Disney character for a day: Moana

How has your perspective as a consumer changed due to the pandemic?

I think the pandemic has made me even more conscientious about purchasing local than before. Seeing those local dollars work is awesome!

JATIN PATEL Lodging Management Northwest, Portland

Title: Principal Joined the Company: 2001 Member Since: 1995 Coast or Mountain? Coast for Sunrise and Sunset, Mountain for daytime Disney character for a day: Mickey or Goofy

How has your perspective as a consumer changed due to the pandemic?

I don't mind using technology like apps to make reservations, order food or even make restaurant reservations. Before I always wanted to call and speak to a person however the pandemic has forced me to purchase goods and services using technology and I like it now. I feel it's more accurate and faster.

KARI FISHER Summit Cleaning & Restoration

Title: Regional Relationships Manager Joined the Company: 2016 Member Since: 2017 Coast or Mountain? Mountain adventure Disney character for a day: Ariel

How is your company boosting confidence in safety protocols?

Since the beginning of the pandemic, Summit has ensured that every employee is properly trained and prepared with the CDC recommended PPE & disinfectants to ensure they are always leaving the client facility a safer environment than when we arrived. Summit also added a full suite of sanitizing and disinfecting services to help keep our clients and their patrons safe as we all continue to navigate through this pandemic.

JASON RANDLES Crux Fermentation Project, Bend

Title: Marketing Manager Joined the Company: 2017 Member Since: 2020 Coast or Mountain? Mountain adventure Disney character for a day: Perry the Platypus

How has your perspective as a consumer changed due to the pandemic?

I have a new appreciation for the importance of a "third place" for people to connect with others and treat themselves.

YVETTE JOHNSON Procter & Gamble, Los Angeles

Title: Account Executive Food Service covering CA/OR/WA Joined the Company: 2017 Member Since: 2020 Coast or Mountain? Coastal Getaway Disney character for a day: Simba, Lion King

How is your company boosting confidence in safety protocols?

P&G is elevating in store marketing presence to help leverage the EPA approved brands they are using to clean and disinfect, which the consumers know and trust.

CARI SHAFER Oxford Suites, Pendleton and Hermiston

Title: General Manager Joined the Company: 2018 Member Since: 2018 Coast or Mountain? Mountain adventure Disney character for a day: Mickey OG

How has your perspective as a consumer changed due to the pandemic?

Patience: Seating in restaurants, availability of staffing, food deliveries, and much more. We all need to be more patient with one another!

SHANNON ADAIR 1188 Brewing Company, John Day

Title: Owner/Operator Open Since: 2013 Member Since: 2015 Coast or Mountain? Mountain adventure Disney character for a day: 2014 Maleficent!

How has your perspective as a consumer changed due to the pandemic?

My perspective hasn’t changed. I will still love a fantastic social gathering when they are allowed and can’t wait for that day! I’m all about experiences.

JOHN "JB" BARRY Porter Partners, Springfield

Title: Chief Porter Open Since: 2019 Member Since: 2020 Coast or Mountain? Mountain adventure Disney character for a day: Aladdin

How is your company boosting confidence in safety protocols?

Porter created contactless ordering for food halls, restaurants, breweries, hotels and stadiums before it was COVID necessary! Porter keeps tabs high and people safe.

RICK BROOKS Quality Inn, Florence

Title: General Manager Joined the Company: 2016 Member Since: 2020 Coast or Mountain? Coastal Getaway Disney character for a day: Pluto

How has your perspective as a consumer changed due to the pandemic?

It has made me more aware of my surroundings. Slightly anxious when I go in public. Sympathetic to people who are on the front lines.