04/23 Redmond Business News

Crooked River Ranch Heritage House

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(541) 504-8236

Greet Redmond

(714) 306-1067

American Paci c Mortgage – Debra Sweistris

www.debsweistris.com

(541) 788-6522

East Cascade Contracting, LLC

www.eastcascadecontracting.com

(541) 460-8054

Dementia Connections, LLC

www.dementiaconnectionsllc.com

(503) 267-9897

Kristy Starr

www.kristystarr.com

(541) 819-0443

WELCOME

NEW MEMBERS

Be sure to reach out and say hello!

Charles Webster Baer

www.globalinternetgovernment.com

(541) 699-9868

RevLocal

www.revlocal.com/who-we-are/ consultants/lacie-linek

(760) 840-0782

Newberry Landscape & Maintenance, Inc.

(541) 279-9190

Tompkins Chiropractic Redmond

www.drtompkinsbend.com

(541) 241-2976

Practically Perfect Creations

www.practicallyperfectcreations.com

(541) 316-5750

Con-Quest Concrete Construction, LLC

(541) 771-5559

Schoolhouse Produce

www.schoolhouseproduce.com

(541) 504-7112

Method Signs

www.methodsigns.com

(541) 923-1978

High Desert Stampede

www.highdesertstampede.com

(541) 403-0195

Suburban Door Co.

www.suburbandoor.com

(541) 504-9555

Bu er eld Testing Solutions

www.Bu er eldOnsiteDrugTesting.com

(503) 668-0017

Hampton Inn Redmond-Bend Airport

www.hilton.com/en/hotels/rdmddhxhampton-redmond-bend-airport

(541) 527-1948

REDMOND CHAMBER PREMIER LEVEL MEMBERS

2023

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

BRENDA TURNER

BRENDA TURNER CONSULTING PRESIDENT

JAKE WAARDENBURG STATE FARM INSURANCE 1ST VICE PRESIDENT

RYAN CHURCHILL INITIATIVE BREWING 2ND VICE PRESIDENT

SEAN NEARY FITCH & NEARY PC. PAST PRESIDENT

BEV CLARNO FMR. OREGON SECRETARY OF STATE

MAUREEN DOOLEY REDMOND SENIOR CENTER

JENNIFER WERNER ALLIANCE PROFESSIONALS

LAURA GARCIA MAZATLAN MEXICAN RESTAURANT

DEBBIE BUTLER REDMOND INDUSTRIAL PARK

DAWN MARIE REDMOND EASY STORAGE

JUDY LAPORA CROOKED RIVER RANCH CLUB & MAINTENANCE

ROXIA THORNTONDESCHUTES COUNTY FAIR & EXPO

SUSAN BAKER INDIVIDUAL

MICHAEL HART GOMPERS DISTILLERY

STEVE KREPS ST CAHRLES HEALTH SYSTEMS

ERIC SANDE Executive Director

EVELINA DAVIDSON Finance/Membership Director

AMANDA JOE LUELLING Events Director

CONNOR CUBIC Marketing Director

by Eric Sande, Executive Director message DIRECTOR’S

GROWING TOGETHER

Redmond Chamber of Commerce and US Bank Central Oregon Business Expo

Hello spring it’s time to get ready for the 25th Annual US Bank Central Oregon Business Expo and Job Fair, on Wednesday, April 26th. We are thrilled to welcome back U.S. Bank as our title sponsor of this exciting program. U.S. Bank has a strong commitment to building relationships, which is what this Expo is all about and we hope you will come be a part of this exciting day. Meeting the business next door and forging relationships that strengthen one another, is key to us all thriving and succeeding in a challenging economy.

The Expo will kick off with a Key Note Speaker luncheon, featuring Damon Runberg State Economist for Business Oregon. Many of you know Damon and know just how mesmerizing he can be with numbers. Damon will offer his insight and try to make sense of what is going on in our current economy and I am sure it will be fascinating. Tickets are $40 and reservations must be made by Wednesday, April 19, so be sure to go online at www.visitredmondoregon. com to reserve your ticket now, or call the Chamber at 541-923-5191. I am thrilled to have Damon Runberg as our speaker and I’m very eager to hear what he has to say.

Immediately following the luncheon, from 1pm to 5:30pm, the Expo exhibits will open and you will be able to meet various businesses featuring their products and services as well potentially find

employment/employee opportunities. This is your chance to meet the business next door and potentially start a new business relationship. There will be three FREE workshops sponsored throughout the day, featuring current business topics as well. Workshops are free to attend, last about one hour and are a great way to learn something new. This exciting event is also a Job Fair, so bring your resume or seek new employees, making connections is what this event is all about.

I encourage all of you to put the U.S. Banks, Central Oregon Business Expo on your calendar and make a day of the event. Please go online at www. visitredmondoregon.com or call the Chamber to reserve a booth space to showcase your products and services or to find a potential new employee or two.

Convention and Visitor Bureau

As a Convention and Visitor’s Bureau (CVB), we continuously work with our conference partners to bring in new group businesses to the area. As a CVB we work with numerous groups that have selected Redmond and we offer a wide range of hospitality services, including locating conference space, help secure room blocks, provide collateral material, host information tables, identify sponsors, find transportation, coordinate local activities, offer coupons and much more. We have worked with huge groups like the Family Motor Coach Association (FMCA), The High Desert Stampede, USA BMX and other events to discover the incredible benefits of holding their

event in Redmond. We are very fortunate to have outstanding partners like the Deschutes Fair and Expo Center, Visit Central Oregon, Visit Bend and all of our regional Chambers to promote the excellent customer service and overall friendliness of the region. We continue to work closely with groups large and small to promote our community and the Central Oregon experience. On a daily basis, we assist events, including conferences, weddings, family reunions and any other events that visitors or residents might be planning. It is exciting to make these events a success and to highlight the best of what Redmond has to offer. If you are interested in reaching out to events like this, contact the Chamber, we are happy to tell you how to get involved.

Reach out

The Redmond Chamber continues to add new members to our membership every month and we hope you have the opportunity to reach out and welcome them. I encourage you to send a welcome note and business card from your business to all our new members. Each month you will find a list of the new members in our newsletter and periodically in our weekly updates. This is a great way to meet new friends and make new clients.

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The Entreprenaurial Ear

Gary Einhorn, The Entrepreneurial Ear, was given the opportunity to present and facilitate the 2nd Lunch and Learn on Tuesday February 28th at Gompers Distillery in Redmond. The topic was "Everything you ever wanted to ask a Business Consultant.".

The event was attended by 16 chamber members both in person and on Zoom, set up by Amanda Joe Luelling. There were many questions asked by the Chamber Entrepreneurs and the informal atmosphere at the Distillery helped make the event a success. The Chamber is looking forward to having other presenters once a month to facilitate many other Lunch and Learn events in 2023.

May I remind chamber members that I offer a 30 minute "Meet and Greet" free of charge for those members who are interested in a future Business Consultation designed to move their businesses forward. I can be reached at 541-2926177 or e mail, garyae@ gmail.com

Feel free to ask those Chamber members who have consulted with me how their sessions went.

Practically Perfect Creations LLC

Hello Redmond!

Thank you for welcoming Practically Perfect Creations to the community. We are so excited to be amongst our beautiful friends and business partners in Redmond.

Creating purposeful, high quality gift arrangements while providing excellent customer service to each and every client is top priority to us.

We offer gift baskets, bundles, and boards for a uniquely themed gift experience. Our goal is to make the gift giving process easy, enjoyable, and meaningful.

We are looking forward to meeting you, establishing relationships, and working together to serve our wonderful community.

Greg Norris

Practically Perfect Creations LLC

541-279-1032

practicallyperfectcreations. com

Healing Reins

Healing Reins Therapeutic Riding Center is excited to be celebrating 24 YEARS OF SERVICE TO CENTRAL OREGON at our major fundraiser this year, “Diamonds & Dust : Picnic in the Paddock”, on Saturday, May 20th, 2023. This event is an annual family friendly fundraiser, and is an extremely wellreceived event in the Central Oregon community. The picnic event features: four food trucks, live music by Blackstrap Bluegrass, lawn games, bounce houses, horsepainting, horse-poo barn bingo, and a farm animal meet and greet. Healing Reins is the only nationally accredited organization in Central Oregon providing horse-centered therapies and services staffed by certified professionals and trained volunteers for Central Oregon’s children, teens and adults, ages 2-94, who are challenged with disabilities and special needs. Please purchase a ticket at

our website today! www. healingreins.org”

Soul Canyon Training and Development

In today's competitive job market, having Microsoft Excel skills can be a valuable asset that sets you apart from other candidates. Excel is a powerful tool that can be used to manage and analyze data, create complex spreadsheets, and automate tasks, making it a crucial skill for many industries. One of the key benefits of having Excel skills is improved productivity. With Excel, you can quickly and efficiently manage large amounts of data, create charts and graphs, and automate repetitive tasks, freeing up your time to focus on more strategic initiatives. This can lead to increased efficiency, accuracy, and profitability for businesses of all sizes. Excel Essentials is a program that was developed, recorded and produced by Rob Hambleton, founder of Soul Canyon Training & Development. Sold as a digital download, selfguided program on the website or though Pryor Learning Solutions and other business partners worldwide. Soul Canyon Training & Development also offers live instructor lead courses online. Visit www.

soulcanyon.com to order or to see our upcoming classes. We will travel to you. Onsite training is also available, call Mary Hambleton for more information, or click on the link below. Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams training is also available.

Hayden Homes

Now selling new homes in Redmond!

Since 1989, Hayden Homes has been building life stories and family memories for thousands of homeowners through the Pacific Northwest. Building is at the heart of what we do, not just homes, but a strong community. We are proud to be serving our hometown of Redmond, Oregon for over 33 years. We are now featuring beautiful new homes throughout Northwest and Southwest Redmond, which can be personalized to fit your style. Enjoy close proximity to schools, trails, and mountain views in many of our communities, with home plans ranging from 600 sq. ft. to 2,250 sq. ft.

Our model home is open daily, come see us to learn more. We look forward to serving you.

Hayden Homes Canyon Ridge Model Home | 1512 NW Upas Pl. Redmond, OR 97756

Kiwanis

Tickets for the 17th Annual Redmond Kiwanis Vintner’s Dinner and Auction are available via PayPal on the Redmond Kiwanis website: www.RedmondKiwanis.org. The event will be at St. Thomas Catholic Church on Friday, May 19th. Doors open at 5:30 PM.

Melrose Vineyards from Roseburg will be the presenting winery for the five-course, wine-paired meal catered by Core Catering of Bend. Diners will have a choice of three entrees, beef, salmon or vegetarian.

Tickets are $95 each, or $1,250 for corporate tables of eight. The dinner is the largest fundraiser for the service club’s youth projects. Other sponsorships are also available.

The major beneficiary of the event will be the Redmond Area Park and Recreation District. Proceeds will be designated as operating funds for the new pool and recreation center approved by voters in November.

WHY DOES AN ENTERPRISE ZONE MATTER TO REDMOND?

Contributor: REDI Sta

The 82nd Oregon Legislative Assembly convened for the 2023 Session on Tuesday, January 17th. REDI is focused on policy that can positively or negatively impact business’s ability to thrive and grow their employment. Of particular concern is extending its Enterprise Zone program with the State of Oregon for the Greater Redmond area. This program, established by State Legislature in 1975, has been a significant tool in an economic developer’s toolbox ever since.

What is an Enterprise Zone?

Cities, ports, counties and Indian Tribes across Oregon have joined together, forming enterprise zones to foster employment opportunities, development and local competitiveness. Located in economically lagging areas, these zones offer tax relief for new private capital.

Since 1986, enterprise zones have benefited hundreds of investments, helping to create tens of thousands of new jobs, as well as retention of existing employees and work for associated Oregon companies. The great majority of businesses that utilize the tax abatement already exist in the zone, but many are new. They come in all sizes and represent diverse industries, services and stages of production.

There are currently 76 such zones creating opportunities for business investment across Oregon: 58 rural (generally a population of 30,000 or less) and 18 urban. Local governments, or entities like EDCO and REDI are responsible for creating, amending, managing, and renewing most of these zones.

How do Enterprise Zones work?

Enterprise Zones offer qualifying businesses incentives, including property tax abatements and reductions in local development fees.

Oregon's E-Zones are a unique resource and an excellent opportunity for businesses growing or locating in Oregon. The program is one of REDI’s most effective recruitment and expansion tools, which provides qualifying traded-sector companies with tax

abatements on certain new real property investments. It is available to new companies who are looking to begin operations or those looking to relocate to the area, but it is also a valuable tool to those that are already operating here. For a qualifying company, it provides a cost savings during the first years of their investment on items such as new buildings, expansions, and renovations and/or production equipment. For a local sponsor (cities and counties), it is a way to attract new investment and jobs with companies that might otherwise choose to locate elsewhere. While there is a short-term cost to the sponsor (typically three years of property tax exemption), there is significant medium and long-term net gain for the community. Learn more about the Greater Redmond Enterprise Zone program by visiting our website: https://rediinfo.com/incentives-tools.

Why does an Enterprise Zone matter to Redmond?

Last renewed in Redmond in 2019, each zone designation lasts 10 years and must be re-designated by application to Business Oregon, the State’s Economic Development agency. First established in Redmond in 1988, the program has assisted 154 companies create over 3,400 jobs and invest over $165 million in private investment. In a 2022 Study commissioned by Business Oregon that measured the return on investment from 287 companies who participated in the Enterprise Zone program, results found that long-term economic activity was 29 times the

value of the initial exempted tax value. Redmond’s zone is one of the most active in the State, with over 36 businesses participating, which has helped increase manufacturing employment by over 70% over the last eight years.

In order to remain competitive with the other 75 zones in the state, Redmond will continue to waive the application fee, and reduce fees for permits, System Development Charges (SDC’s), water and sewer usage, and hookup fees. An additional benefit that sets Redmond apart is an expedited permitting process.

It isn’t all “rose-colored glasses”, however, as the State Legislature is considering requiring companies participating in the E-Zone to pay prevailing wages for construction of new buildings. If this requirement becomes law, it will render the program useless as it would cost more to pay prevailing wages than the property tax abatement would produce, even over a five-year period. REDI continues to oppose such requirements and will closely follow legislation on this matter.

In summary, this program has been invaluable to communities across the State, particularly in Redmond, and we are committed to its renewal.

If you have questions about REDI and the work we do, please visit rediinfo.com or call 541.923.5223 for more information.

Title Sponsor

The 2023 Redmond FAN Fundraiser & 30th Anniversary Celebration withCraterLakeSpirits raised over $46,000 for Family Access Network with the help of these i incredible business sponsors:

Leader for FAN

Matching Donor

The Robert G. Kirby Fund of Oregon Community Foundation

Champions for FAN

Partners for FAN

Baxter Builders

Columbia Bank

Eberhard’s Dairy Products

First Interstate Bank

Fitch & Neary Attorneys at Law

McKenzie Cascade Excavation

Mountain Sky Landscaping

OnPoint Community Credit Union

Sleep Inn & Suites

Smith Rock Electric

Friends of FAN

Alliance Professionals, LLP

BBSI

Cascade Natural Gas

Consumer Cellular

Edward Jones - Josh Werner

Gilmore Dental

In-kind Sponsors

Crater Lake Spirits

Junction Roastery

Niblick & Greene’s

Redmond Chamber of Commerce

Redmond Proficiency Academy

The Printing Post

Jeff Larkin Realty - Tara Doty & Lana Wittmer

Matzatlan Mexican Restaurant

Premier Auto Body & Paint

Quality Drilling and Blasting

State Farm Insurance - Jake Waardenburg

Summit Bank

Windermere Real Estate - Diana Barker

York Bros. Excavation

The Family Access Network improves the lives of thousands of children and their family members annually through basic-needs services across Central Oregon.

To learn how you can help, call (541) 693-5675 or visit familyaccessnetwork.org

MEMBERSHIPupdate

By: Evelina Davidson

Greetings To All Of Our Amazing Members!

Spring is finally here! At least I personally am hoping that it is. We Central Oregonians love our four seasons, but most of us are ready for the warmth and sunshine by the time April rolls around. Typically, every month I share tips on how businesses can capitalize on their memberships and gain extra exposure in the community. I was planning on continuing that pattern this month, but I recently received a phone call that got me thinking and altered my course of action for what I would be writing about this month.

One of our current members called and mentioned to me that she was talking about her Redmond Chamber of Commerce membership to a fellow board member and their impression of it was that Chamber memberships were outdated and did not benefit new and coming businesses in today’s day in age. She was seeking advice on how she can provide statistics and talk about the benefits of joining and maintaining a Chamber of Commerce membership if she were in a similar situation again. As a Membership Director my heart was so happy to hear her enthusiasm and support and yet saddened by the fact that there are businesses that do not see the value of a Chamber membership.

So…what are the basic benefits of a business joining the Chamber? Let’s start with first reviewing what a Chamber of Commerce is. A Chamber of Commerce is a local business organization whose goal and purposes is to promote and support the economic growth and development of its local business community. Here are a few main reasons why businesses, new and old, should consider joining and participating in their community’s Chamber of Commerce:

1. Networking Opportunities: Businesses can connect and network with other local businesses, which can lead to new business relationships and opportunities. Chambers host events such business mixers, workshops, and seminars, which provide great opportunities for businesses to meet and engage with other local professionals.

2. Access To Resources: The Chamber can be a valuable resource for businesses in terms of accessing a wide range of information, resources, and support. The Chamber provides members with access to business education, marketing materials, and other tools that can help businesses grow and succeed.

3. Community Involvement: Joining the Chamber allows businesses to become more involved in their community, which can help build goodwill and brand recognition. The Chamber is involved in and is committed to supporting local events, charities, and civic initiatives, and by participating in these activities, businesses can show their commitment to the community in which they work and operate.

4. Advocacy: The Chamber is an advocate for local businesses and works to promote policies that support economic growth and development. By joining the Chamber, businesses can have the support and guidance of the Chamber as well as a voice in shaping local policies that affect their industry and community.

5. Increased Visibility & Exposure: By being a member of the Chamber, businesses can increase their visibility in their local community. The Chamber promotes its members through various channels, such as its website, social media, and marketing materials, which can help businesses gain exposure and attract new customers.

6. Discounts & Perks: Chamber members are offered exclusive discounts and perks for many various items, such as discounted advertising rates, access to special events and discounted fees for event participation.

I hope this list helps our members see what the Redmond Chamber of Commerce is, what it stands for and how it works for our local businesses (new and old) and that I have helped, in a small way, equip each of you with some valuable information about the benefits of joining and maintaining a Chamber membership. As always, I am here to answer any questions that you may have about the Chamber or your membership and of course am always willing to hear your comments and concerns. Until next month, I hope to see more of you out and about in the community as well as at our many Chamber events.

Evelina Davidson Membership & Finance Director Redmond Chamber of Commerce & CVB

Are you looking for the newest products and services from local, Central Oregon companies? How about looking for practical advice on how to successfully grow your business and navigate an ever-changing economy? Are you looking for employment or better employment? Or are you just looking for a way to network better with other business owners in your area? If the answer is YES to any of these questions, then you will want to make sure to attend the Annual Central Oregon Business Expo and Job Fair, brought to you by U.S. Bank and the Redmond Chamber of Commerce. This year’s Expo takes place Wednesday, April 26, 2023, from 1 to 5:30 p.m., at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center.

Preceeding the Business Expo and Job Fair, at 12:00 PM, is our annual Business Luncheon. This year our guest speaker is Damon Runberg, the State Economist for Business Oregon. He supports the statewide economic development goals by tracking and analyzing economic indicators critical to Oregon’s workers and businesses. He also evaluates the effectiveness of Oregon’s economic development strategies and incentives. Prior to working with Business Oregon Damon was the Regional Economist with the Oregon Employment Department for the East Cascades of Oregon for nearly 12 years. Here is a brief description of the luncheons topic: A super-heated economy coming out the of the pandemic lead to a surge in inflation not seen in over 3 decades. Central banks across the world increased the cost of borrowing to curb this inflation, but the fear was this would eventually lead to recession as demand for goods and services declined. It is hard to make sense of the broader economic landscape. Are recession fears Justified? Or is the strong labor market and improving inflation a sign that we are experiencing a soft landing?

To sign up for a booth space and get tickets to the luncheon, go to redmondbuzz.com and open the 'Central Oregon Business Expo' event in the featured events section. We look forward to seeing you!

Rimrock Trails has served the Central Oregon community for over 32 years. What we admire most about this community is that time and time again, when a need in the community is recognized, inspiring and dedicated people and businesses come out to help.

Thank you to our sponsors and community for helping to raise $22,000 at our first annual Harvesting Hope fundraising event presented by Finding My True North. Your support helps to ensure that local individuals and families have access to evidence-based behavioral health services at a time when they need it most.

The event would not have been a success without our In-kind Donors:

Webfoot Painting

Bend Golf Club

Pronghorn Golf Club

Cleveland Browns

Locanda Le Piazza

Sparrow Bakery

Pendleton Woolen Mills

NIKE

Columbia Sportswear

Widgi Creek Golf Club

Stoller Winery

Mount Bachelor Ski Resort

Faith Hope and Charity Vineyard

Willamette Valley Vineyards

Oregon Shakespere Festival

Noi Thai Cuisine

American Hat Makers

Tactics

Deschutes Gift Baskets

AmeriTitle

Zydeco Kitchen and Cocktails

REVOLVR Menswear

Mountain Supply

Cascadia Family Dentistry

Megan Meyers Art

Janes Family Wine Club

McMenamins Pubs and Breweries

Good Life Brewing Company

Mission Linen Supply

And a special thank you to:

Bowtie Catering

Mitchell Wine Group

The Redmond Chamber of Commerce

CJ and Amanda Ferrari

Dianne Capozzola

Khrisma Carter

Brandon Mears

Scott Plumb

Laura Garcia

Margarita Robles

John Duff

Carl and Marlee Dutli

Out Now!

Thank you to everyone who advertised in the 23-24 Redmond Visitor Guide and Business Directory, for helping make this publication possible so we can share our beautiful community and amazing local businesses with visitors and residents in the area!

The 23-24 Visitor Guide and Business Directory is being distributed now! So be on the lookout for a new copy arriving at your door. If you would like to receive a box or two, let us know and we will make sure you have plenty to hand out to your customers and clients.

Missed out on getting advertising space? We still have an opportunity that might suit your needs! Every week we receive requests for Visitor Guides to be mailed, along with requests for more information about moving to Redmond. For $250 a year, you can have a flyer or brochure included in our relocation packets! If you sign up for this program, your materials will be added to our mailings any time someone requests a Visitor Guide to be mailed to them If you would like to know more about this opportunity, email Connor (info@visitredmondoregon.com) or give us a all at 541-923-5191

MARKETING tips

By: Connor Cubic

In today's digital age, having a website is essential for small businesses. A website serves as a digital storefront for your business, providing potential customers with information about your products and services. According to a survey conducted by the Small Business Administration, only 64% of small businesses have a website, which means that 36% of small businesses are missing out on potential customers.

There are several reasons why having a website is crucial for small businesses. Firstly, a website allows your business to be found online. Many people use search engines such as Google to find local businesses, and if your business doesn't have a website, it may not show up in search results. By having a website, you increase the chances of your business being found by potential customers.

Secondly, a website allows you to showcase your products and services. Your website can include information about your products, prices, and any promotions you may be running. This information can be updated quickly and easily, allowing you to keep your customers informed about what your business has to offer.

Thirdly, a website allows you to build credibility with potential customers. A welldesigned website with high-quality content can help establish your business as a professional and trustworthy brand. In contrast, a business without a website may seem less credible to potential customers.

Now that we've established the importance of having a website, you may be wondering how to create one. Fortunately, there are many website builders available that make it easy for small business owners to create a website without any technical skills. Here are some of the best website builders for small businesses in the US, according to Mashable:

Wix - Wix is a popular website builder that offers a range of templates and designs to choose from. It's easy to use, and you can create a professional-looking website quickly and easily.

Squarespace - Squarespace is another popular website builder that offers a range of templates and designs. It's more expensive than Wix, but it's known for its highquality designs and user-friendly interface.

Weebly - Weebly is a website builder that's known for its drag-and-drop interface, making it easy to create a website without any technical skills. It offers a range of templates and designs, and it's affordable for small businesses.

WordPress - WordPress is a popular website builder that's known for its flexibility and customizability. It's more complicated to use than some of the other website builders on this list, but it offers more advanced features for businesses that need them.

Shopify - Shopify is a website builder that's designed specifically for e-commerce businesses. It's easy to use and offers a range of features for selling products online.

Having a website is essential for small businesses in today's digital age. It allows your business to be found online, showcases your products and services, and helps establish your brand as credible and professional. There are many website builders available that make it easy for small business owners to create a website, so there's no excuse not to have one. Choose a website builder that fits your needs and start building your digital storefront today!

Get Involved with the Chamber!

Community Engagement

The Chamber engages in the community through programs and events that enhance the general quality of life.

Collaborative Advocacy

The Chamber engages in the community through programs and events that enhance the general quality of life.

Positive Connections

The Chamber is a hub that brokers connections for its members to customers, businesses, partners, mentors, and friends.

Business Growth

The Chamber assists the growth of local businesses both operationally and financially through effective promotion and business development opportunites.

Leadership Redmond

The Chamber and REA foster relationships through social, civic, and professional engagement with prominent leaders in the community.

LIBRARIAN on call

by Liisa Sjoblom, Redmond Community Librarian

APRIL HAPPENINGS

Business Plans

The two most common business questions we get at the library are about writing business plans and finding the data needed for the business plan. In past newsletters I’ve talked about the resources you might use for data. Th is issue is going to cover the resources we have to help you write your business plan.

Of course, we couldn’t start this discussion without listing a couple of books. How to Write a Business Plan contains clear step-by-step instructions and forms to put together a convincing business plan with realistic financial projections, effective marketing strategies, and overall business goals. Successful Business Plan Secrets & Strategies is the essential step-by-step guide for anyone launching or expanding a business from one of the nation's foremost experts on small business, entrepreneurship, and business planning. For additional titles search using the keywords “business planning.” Note that you can find ebooks on business planning in OverDrive/Libby and Hoopla as well.

Additional information about business plans is available in Gale Business: Entrepreneurship (https://bit.ly/GaleBiz). Th is online resource provides information on all sorts of business-related topics including business planning. Start with a simple search using the Search box at the top of the page using the phrase “business plan.” The first item listed is access to

over 1,000 sample business plans. These are plans for actual businesses. To narrow your search, you can add the type of business to your search. You can also add the word “template” to get a detailed outline for a business plan.

Another resource for help with business plans is SCORE. The Central Oregon chapter of SCORE has a great set of templates (https://bit. ly/SCOREBPT) for business plans along with templates for finance, marketing and sales, and management. And don’t forget their mentoring service (https://bit.ly/SCOREmentors) for help with your plan.

If you would like to learn more about putting a business plan together try Gale Courses (https://bit.ly/DPLGC) or LinkedIn Learning (https:// bit.ly/DPLLL). Gale Courses offers 6-week instructor-led courses starting each month. At the completion of Creating a Successful Business Plan, you should have a finished plan if you do all the coursework along the way. If a shorter online learning experience is more appealing, try LinkedIn Learning. Creating a Business Plan is about an hour long and includes videos. The only drawback is that there isn’t any feedback from an instructor.

Hopefully you find these resources useful. If you would like additional information about business plans or to learn more about the resources listed here, please complete a Book-a-Librarian request (https://bit.ly/DPLBook). And don’t forget, we can help you locate data for your business plan!

Liisa Sjoblom is a Community Librarian with the Deschutes Public Library. If you have a business research need or help finding grants for your nonprofit, contact her at liisas@deschuteslibrary.org or 541-617-7093.

Find out what is happening at the library in April.

Book Clubs: In-Person, Online, and DIY! Are you looking to discuss books with other book lovers? Check out the book clubs (https://bit.ly/DPLbookclubs) offered through the library–you’ll find six in April, with two happening online and four inperson. If you have your own book club, we’re here to support you. We offer hundreds of book club kits that you can check out for two months at a time. Each kit comes in a handy tote and includes 10–12 copies of the book, as well as a discussion guide. Explore the full selection of Book Club Kits in the library catalog (https://bit.ly/DPLBookClubKits).

Picks STAFF

Books at the Library

Two for Business and one for Fun!

How to Write a Business Plan by Mike P. McKeever ( https://bit.ly/MikeMcKeever)

Redmond Library News

The Redmond Library is officially under construction after six years of planning and preparation. The new 40,000-square-foot library is slated to open in fall 2024.

The temporary Redmond Library location is now open at 2127 S Highway 97 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday. In addition to providing materials like books and DVDs, this space also offers a small meeting room, public computers and printers, seating areas and familiar artwork like the bronze “reading girl” statue.

For details, floor plans, and updates see https://www.deschuteslibrary. org/futurelibraries/redmond.

You need a sound business plan to start a business or raise money to expand an existing one. For over 30 years, How to Write a Business Plan has helped fledgling entrepreneurs—from small service businesses and retailers to large manufacturing firms—write winning plans and get needed financing. Th is bestselling book contains clear step-by-step instructions and forms to put together a convincing business plan with realistic financial projections, effective marketing strategies, and overall business goals.

Successful Business Plan Secrets & Strategies by Rhonda Abrams (https://bit.ly/AbramsBizPlan)

The number one business plan guide of all time. Th is essential step-by-step guide for anyone launching or expanding a business has been used by over two million entrepreneurs. It includes expert help, worksheets to jumpstart the process, a sample business plan, tips on impressing funders, winning tips for competitions, secrets to successful crowdfunding, building a global business, and much more. Used in over 1000 business schools worldwide and loved by entrepreneurs, this guide covers every aspect of a successful business plan, from business strategy, winning over investors or lenders, and much more.

A Gardener’s Guide to Botany by Scott Zona (https://bit. ly/scottzona)

A fascinating and in-depth look at the endless wonders of the plant kingdom. Join botanist Scott Zona on a journey into the incredible world of plants. Th is beautiful book is a fun botanical romp that introduces the science behind how and why plants are at the foundation of all life on Earth. In layman's language, you'll unearth what separates plants from people and how the adaptations they've developed over eons influence what plants look like today and how they grow and survive in a tremendous diversity of climates.

WORK IN REDMOND

It’s no secret there’s a labor shortage in Central Oregon, and Redmond is not immune. In an effort to assist Redmond Businesses, the Redmond Chamber of Commerce offers a Job Posting site called “Work in Redmond,” which is a place for our Chamber Members to post any and all positions for which they’re seeking candidates.

However, this isn’t just a plain, stale site with the same old listings. As an integrated part of your existing Member Profile, candidates will have the opportunity to learn about your business as they browse listings, which gives them the context and confidence that they are making the right decision by applying for your job.

Posting your open position couldn't be easier. Simply login to your Member Portal Profile on the home page of visitredmondoregon.com, then click on the jobs tab, put in your information, and click

Create. Your job will be visible from both your Member Directory page as well as from the main workinredmond.com page. If you need help logging in, feel free to either email: info@visitredmondoregon.com, or call the office at 541-923-5191. We encourage everyone needing employees to add their job posting as soon as possible.

COFFEE CLATTER

FRIDAYS • 8:30-9:30 A.M.

JOIN US IN PERSON!

FRIDAY APR. 7, 2023

SAGE & HONEY SPA TBD

FRIDAY APR. 14, 2023

THE CHOCOLATE COMPANY

895 SW RIMROCK WAY REDMOND, OR 97756

FRIDAY APR. 21, 2023

MOUNTAIN STAR FAMILY RELIEF NURSERY 2724 SW TIMBER AVE, REDMOND, OR 97756

FRIDAY APR. 28, 2023

RIDGEVIEW HIGH SCHOOL

4555 SW ELKHORN AVE, REDMOND, OR 97756

AFTER HOURS

THURSDAY APR. 13

HEART OF OREGON CORPS

835 E HWY 126, BLDG 3, REDMOND, OR 97756, USA

5:30PM - 7:00PM

RIBBON CUTTING

JOIN US IN CELEBRATION OF NEW BUSINESSES IN REDMOND

LUNCH AND LEARN

DISCUSS NEW TOPICS WITH OUR EXPERT PRESENTERS

SISTERS MEAT AND SMOKEHOUSE

APRIL 3RD

11:00PM-12:00PM

308 SW EVERGREEN AVE, REDMOND, OR 97756

OREGON COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION

APRIL 11TH

11:00AM

875 SW RIMROCK WAY SUITE 100, REDMOND, OR 97756

LIBERATION FIREARMS

APRIL 25TH

11:30AM-1:00PM

342 SE EVERGREEN AVE, REDMOND, OR 97756

To find the most up to date information go to redmondbuzz.com or the Chamber Facebook Page