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A PUBLICATION
OF THE
GREATER HILLSBORO
AREA CHAMBER OF hillsboro
COMMERCE Business
BYB: Motivation for
VolUME XXVI – 5 the Procrastinator
May 2009
INSIDE: a Starry Night in hillsboro
...2 Leadership: Graduating to Web 2.0 Get the red carpet treatment as Hillsboro’s stars come out for
the Annual Awards Dinner May 21. The event is fast approaching and
...3 Calendar: June Business After Hours
quickly reaching capacity. Tuality Health Education Center will be filled
...4 Business Resources: with Hillsboro’s finest and bursting with suspense. “Last year the event
Motivation for the sold out so you will surely want to reserve your seat early,” says Deanna
Procrastinator Palm, Hillsboro Chamber president. “The chamber is pleased with the
Smart Meters are Coming overwhelming community involvement and support of this event.”
to Hillsboro Businesses The evening features a cocktail reception, gourmet dinner, talented
local high school entertainment and the much anticipated awards
...4 Special Focus:
ceremony. If you missed last year, you will definitely not want to miss this
Rotary 4th of July Parade year. KATU’s Anna Song will once again keep us entertained along the way
Ready for Registration as the emcee.
...5 Economy: Welcome! The Annual Awards Celebration is a long-standing tradition of the
New Area Businesses Greater Hillsboro Area Chamber of Commerce, and its awards are some
...6 Members: New Members/Anniversaries of the most coveted in the city. It is always an exciting event, since many
...6 Shop Local: Chamber Member B2B of the winners remain unannounced until the awards presentation. Award categories include the following: Emma C.
Discounts McKinney Distinguished Citizen, Robert R. Herb Leadership, Business of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Agriculture
Achievement, Organization of the Year, Outstanding Professional, Chairman’s Award and Distinguished Youth.
China, Have Your Own Tickets are $50/individual or $500/table of ten. Contact Iris Smith at 503.726.2145 or iriss@hillchamber.org to
Olympic Adventure
purchase your tickets or for more information. Space is limited – deadline to reserve is May 15.
Thank you to our presenting sponsors as well as generous wine donations made by Beran Vineyards and Elk
Cove Vineyards! w
Take a Dive into Social Media
Now is the time to plunge into the deep end of the social
media pool. No more wading around with our water wings on,
Everyday you are faced with important decisions. Making
the right decision when it comes to choosing your bank with this economy it’s time to start swimming. If you think social
is no exception. By selecting West Coast Bank as your media is just kids splashing around, think again. The largest
financial services provider, you are helping to support your
local economy.
growing social networking demographic is over the age of 25, and
more specifically 55+. The top three social networking sites are
West Coast Bank and its employees are proud to
contribute to the quality of life and the community service
Facebook, Myspace and Twitter. Now more than ever we must
needs of the Hillsboro community we serve through think differently and react proactively to our fears and motives.
voluntary and monetary support. Do words like Facebook, Twitter, blogging and YouTube
65 branches in Oregon and Washington to serve you. Visit scare you? Don’t worry – on May 12, we are giving you a lesson
or call your local West Coast Bank branch today! on how to swim in the social media pool. Tony Jones, social
media analyst with Intel, will deliver key information on how you
Home of
can leverage this powerful medium to get your business doing
TOTALLY FREE CHECKING the power stroke. Tony will provide a social media 101, a tutorial
| And a Free Gift |
on finding your way through Facebook and Twitter and real-life examples of other small businesses utilizing social media
to build and grow their businesses. And of course, Tony is there to answer your questions. Learn Sponsored by:
Hillsboro
how to integrate social media into your marketing and promotional plan.
Sarah McGraw-Plaster
Hillsboro VP & Branch Manager
Katie Halliday
Cornelius Pass Branch Manager
Business Forum is Tuesday, May 12 from 11:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M at the Cultural Arts Center
310 SW Washington Street
503–693–6792
21995 NW Imperial Drive
503–615–0303
in downtown Hillsboro. RSVP is required for all Business Forums. Cost is $17 for members who
wcb.com pre-register by Friday, May 8. Guests are $20. Contact Iris Smith at iriss@hillchamber.org or
503.726.2145 to reserve your spot today! w
Economic Downturn hits
Mainstreet Madness
It is with regret the Hillsboro Chamber announces the cancellation of the 2009 Mainstreet Madness 3-on-3 basketball tournament. Due
to the economic circumstances surrounding many of the key partners and sponsors, the Hillsboro Chamber Board of Directors determined
the 2009 tournament would not be a viable event for the chamber to produce this year. “I am very sad to see the economy impact the work the
chamber does for the community. This tournament is a tradition among many avid basketball players,” says Denzil Scheller, chair of the chamber
board. “We hope everyone will understand and look for our return.”
One vital partnership Mainstreet Madness depended on was Joe’s Sports, Outdoor & More. As a sponsor, Joe’s provided 12 basketball
hoops for the weekend. However, with their announcement of bankruptcy and eventually liquidation, Joe’s is no longer able to supply hoops.
Tournament Director Iris Smith said, “We were definitely not anticipating the loss of Joe’s. They have been true supporters of the tournament.
They will be missed.” Along with Joe’s, other key companies had to decrease their sponsorships, making Mainstreet Madness fiscally irresponsible
for the chamber to move forward with this year.
We know many in the community will be surprised by this announcement. Mainstreet Madness has developed strong ties with players,
volunteers, referees, the City of Hillsboro, the downtown businesses, sponsors and so many more. “Canceling the event was not our first
choice,” says chamber President Deanna Palm. “We researched and considered many other options, with none of them transpiring.” She said
the chamber came to the decision after wrestling with many different variables, but ultimately deciding not to produce the event this year. Palm
says this break allows the chamber the opportunity to refocus and hopes to grow other events and programs.
Celebrate Hillsboro, the free family-friendly event produced by the City of Hillsboro, will continue its tradition this August full of live
entertainment, environmental stations, arts & crafts, kids’ activities, food booths, and so much more. Celebrate Hillsboro is now in its fourth year.
The Hillsboro Chamber would like to thank all of you involved with Mainstreet Madness over the past six years. Your participation and support is greatly
appreciated. We hope you maintain your support of the many fantastic events and programs the chamber produces throughout the year. If you have any
questions or comments, please contact Iris Smith at 503.726.2145 or iriss@hillchamber.org. w
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lEaDERShIp:
hillsboro – Where the What’s on your mind?
Stars Shine Graduating to Web 2.0 Share
May is an exciting month for us here at the Add me as a Friend, accept my Linkedin request, follow me on Twitter
chamber. It is with great pride that we come - doesn’t this sound like something only “the kids” are saying and doing?
together to honor Hillsboro’s shining stars. At And yet, I find myself asking those questions all the time of our business
members. This isn’t just for kids, but a serious way to connect, create and
our Annual Awards Celebration May 21, we take
foster relationships. What might have started out as a way for families to
a look at the amazing, distinguished talent and share photos and friends to stay in touch has turned into a legitimate way to
philanthropy in our city. grow your business, spread the word about events and further market your
With forces challenging our strengths and Chamber Chair, Denzil Scheller products and services.
assets in this economy, we’ve seen individuals and What’s interesting to me is how quickly this communication method
businesses come together to support one another and this great community has spread throughout the business community. According to the magazine
we live in. Now more than ever, it is time to model after these leaders and One+, in just one year, Twitter has seen an increase of 300%, with the largest
invest in Hillsboro – a family- and business-friendly place to live. Let’s population “Tweeting” being 25-34. While I have to admit to being a late
adapter to the social networking scene and having really only delved beyond
highlight why Hillsboro is not only worth a visit but a worthwhile place to the surface in Facebook, I am finding it a rather important component in
call home. my daily routine. I’ve gone so far as to download the mobile version of
Every year, I am thrilled at the award recipients the chamber’s Facebook so I’m sure to catch the daily happenings of my friends and read
nomination committee selects to be honored. Our list of past recipients their sometimes inspirational and sometimes irrational status updates.
continues to grow proving still that we have both a long list of people Will social media change the face (pardon the pun) of the Hillsboro
and businesses we need to recognize and a continuation of devotion and Chamber? It’s too early to tell. Social media is so new; no one really knows
respect for our great city. the long-term impact it will have on business. For now, it provides us with
I know that this past year has been difficult, to say the least, but I want a contemporary way to stay in touch with our business community beyond
the confines of our regular networking and educational programs. Another
you to know that not every community wraps its important aspect for us is our ability to learn from others. We recently
arms around its citizens and businesses like ours launched our own Hillsboro Chamber Facebook page and have linked with
has. I now hear more acts of kindness, charitable other chambers throughout the world. This has provided us with a great
deeds and signs of hope than I do of despair, and opportunity to get some fabulous program ideas. Chamber staff has also
that’s the direction we need to be headed. started chatting with other chamber professionals sharing best practices,
challenges and opportunities.
We hope that you will join us in celebrating
our shining stars as they light the way making We believe social networking will have a true place in business and
want to take a leadership role in assisting our business members to find the
Hillsboro known as a community of greatness. It
“Take a look at benefit. On May 12, at Business Forum, Tony Jones a social media analyst
is unfortunate that we cannot award everyone who from Intel will give a 101 course on social media and the benefits it can
the amazing,
takes on these profound and dynamic leadership have on your business. Along with Business Forum, on June 17 Building Your
distinguished
roles. We know, however, that the heart and Business presents information on Web 2.0 and the need of social networking
talent and and establishing your presence online.
philanthropy in determination of our community will thrive no
matter what awards are given, and that is something Become a friend of the Hillsboro Chamber, and if you’re really brave, add
our city.”
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2009 hillsboro Business ADVOCATE
Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce (HCC)
President: Deanna Palm – deannap@hillchamber.org
leadership hillsboro
chairman’s VP Publications & Communications:
Courtney Freiburger – courtneyf@hillchamber.org
Sponsored by US Bank
circle Communications Coordinator:
Ben Carlson – benc@hillchamber.org
Mission
To promote business prosperity and a healthy,
platinum Members diverse community by providing information,
Intel • Lithtex Printing • Tuality services and advocacy for our members.
Deadlines
Gold Members May 15, 2009 is the deadline to submit news items
for consideration in the June 2009 issue. News
Columbia Community Bank or questions may be directed to the publications
Courtyard by Marriott department at 503.726.2141 or news@hillchamber.
org. All submissions are subject to editing. Publication
Farmers Insurance Group of any item in the ADVOCATE is at the sole
discretion of the Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce.
Genentech • IBM
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chamber officers
Silver Members Denzil Scheller, Chairman of the Board
Scheller Properties
Advanced Technology Group Keith Peal, Past Chair, Baker Rock Resources
Jonathan Williams, Chair Elect: Public Policy
The Leadership class was flying high as they finally took their
City Sync (Westport Church)
Nike • PGE
Intel Corporation
John DiFalco, Treasurer, WSC Insurance, Inc.
helicopter ride to view the urban growth boundary. This is normally
Providence Health & Services Jeff LaGood, Vice Chair: Local Economy done during the October Land Use and Transportation month,
Advanced Technology Group
Rick’s Custom Fencing & Decking Manuel Castaneda, Vice Chair: Membership however, this year the helicopters were grounded for inspections.
Rodgers Instruments • Springhill Suites Pro Landscape, Inc.
Laura Moore, Vice Chair – Community The class was finally able to take their flights and tour the facilities at
Wells Fargo Barnhart Center Express Employment Professionals
Hillsboro Aviation this month. It was worth the wait!
Deanna Palm, President
Bronze Members Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce
Baker Rock Resources chamber Directors
Doug Barrett – Cascade Technical Services April is Environment, History
Beaverton Toyota • IDT Bernard B. Brink – Attorney
McDonald’s Cece Clitheroe – Tuality Healthcare and Agriculture Day for Leadership
Matt Crile – Windermere/Baldwin Properties Hillsboro. The class started by
The Reserve Vineyards & Golf Club Tracy Hansen – Hansen Architectural Systems, Inc
The Standard • The Springs at Tanasbourne Les Davis – Lithtex Printing
Sarah Hopkins-Powell – Pacific University
finding out how to purify waste
The Streets at Tanasbourne Dick Inukai – Dick’s Country Chrysler, Jeep,
Dodge
water, and then moved to Jackson
TriQuint Semiconductor • Verizon Sarah McGraw-Plaster – West Coast Bank Bottom Wetlands to see the eagle’s
Wells Fargo Heidi Tate – Rodgers Instruments
Kurt Koehler – Kryptiq Corp. nest and how Jackson Bottom
Renee M. Willer – Verizon Northwest
The Chairman’s Circle is a special group is involved in preserving this
Ex officios
of members committed to support the Andy Duyck, Washington County Commission important asset for Hillsboro. The
Dr. Jeremy Lyon, Superintendent, Hillsboro
HCC through sponsorships at various School District 1J class moved to Smith’s Berry Barn
financial levels and through advertising. Jerralynn Ness, Community Action Organization
and Ponzi Winery and ended the
Jerry Willey, Mayor, City of Hillsboro
If your company would like to become a 5193 NE Elam Young parkway, Suite a day by learning the importance
member of this elite circle, contact hillsboro, oregon 97124
of agriculture to the history and
Iris Smith at 503.726.2145 Hours: M-F 8:30 A.M.–5:00 P.M., Closed Sat./Sun.
Phone: 503.648.1102 • Fax: 503.681.0535 future of our valley. w
or iriss@hillchamber.org. www.hillchamber.org
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MaY2009chaMBERcalENDaR: Thank you to our May event sponsors!
S4
TACTICAL
Farm House
Restaurant
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
8:00 A.M.
Wake Up! Hillsboro 1
Gimre’s Shoes
256 E. Main St., Hillsboro, 97123
12:00 P.M.
THIF
Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant
2459 NE 11th Ave., Hillsboro, 97123
4 8:00-9:00 A.M.
Business Connections 5 8:00 A.M.
Member Benefits Briefing 6 7 8:00 A.M.
Wake Up! Hillsboro 8
Committee (Chamber Tech Center) DaVita Hillsboro Dialysis Center
(Chamber Boardroom) 2500 NW 229th, Ste. 300,
11:30 A.M.-1:00 P.M.
12:00-1:00 P.M. Hillsboro, 97124
Y&I Leadership Committee Public Policy Committee
(Chamber Boardroom) (Chamber Tech Center) 12:00 P.M.
THIF
1:00-5:00 P.M. Saigon Grill
SCORE Counseling 18725 NW Walker Rd. #103
(Chamber Tech Center) Beaverton, 97006
11 11:30 A.M.-1:00 P.M.
Business Forum
12 8:00 A.M.
Despierta! Hillsboro 13 8:00-9:00 A.M.
Beautification Committee 14 8:00 A.M.
Wake Up! Hillsboro 15
Walters Cultural Art Center, 527 E. M&M Swap Meet (Chamber Boardroom) Direct Labor, 1049 SW Baseline
Main St., Hillsboro, 97123 346 SW Walnut St., Hillsboro, Bldg. C #375, Hillsboro, 97123
97123 (Ribbon Cutting to Follow)
1:00-5:00 P.M.
SCORE Counseling 12:00 P.M.
(Chamber Tech Center) THIF
Meet at Whole Foods Market
19440 NW Cornell Rd., Hillsboro,
97124
18 1:00-5:00 P.M.
SCORE Counseling 19 7:45 A.M.
Finance Committee 20 12:00-1:00 P.M.
Westside 21 8:00 A.M.
Wake Up! Hillsboro 22
(Chamber Tech Center) (Chamber Boardroom) Businesswomen The Springs of Tanasbourne
8:30 A.M. hosted by Cornell Estates 1950 NW 192nd Ave., Hillsboro,
Executive Committee 1005 NE 17th Ave., Hillsboro, 97124 (Ribbon Cutting to Follow)
(Chamber Boardroom) 97124 12:00 P.M.
11:30 A.M.-1:00 P.M. 5:30-9:00 P.M. THIF
Building Your Business Annual Awards Dinner Farm House Restaurant
(Chamber Tech Center) Tuality Health Education Center 3500 NE Cornell Rd., Hillsboro,
334 SE 8th Ave., Hillsboro, 97123 97124
25 7:30 A.M.
Board of Directors
26 12:00-1:00 P.M.
Leadership Advisory
27 8:00-9:00 A.M
Seven Secrets
New
! 28 8:00 A.M.
Wake Up! Hillsboro 29
Meeting (Chamber Tech Center) Council to the Smart Start Kitchen Kaboodle
12:00 P.M. (Chamber Tech Center) (Chamber Tech Center) 1415 NE 61st Ave, Hillsboro,
Ambassador Committee Meeting 97124
5:30-8:00 P.M.
(Chamber Tech Center) Y&I 12:00 P.M.
4:00-6:00 P.M. S4 Tactical, 1600 NE 25th Ave., THIF
New
Job Seekers Support and !
Ste A, Hillsboro Noah’s New York Bagels
1:00-5:00 P.M.
Networking 1991 NW 185th Ave., Hillsboro,
SCORE Counseling
(Chamber Tech Center) (Chamber Tech Center) 97124
Business After Hours at The Applications are currently being accepted
for Leadership Hillsboro 2009-10 that
Streets of Tanasbourne begins in September.
Thursday, June 25 from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. If you are interested in
being a part of this dynamic
Location: Old Bombay program, apply now!
Applications are included in this
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BUSINESS:
BUSINESSRESoURcES
chamber celebrates BYB: Motivation for the procrastinator
the Successful launch You’ve got a job to do, a life to live with people and projects expecting a little slice
of Two Free programs of you. You have work and home responsibilities and goals; some you want to achieve
and some you have to achieve. Therefore, it’s important you don’t let procrastination
Positioning itself to be proactive to uncertainty in the get in your way. So what do you do when you find yourself procrastinating? If this
economy, the chamber launched two new, free programs is a question you’ve asked yourself, then this program is for you.
in April. Job Seekers Support and Networking and Seven Come learn how to overcome the challenges of procrastination, how to
Secrets to the Smart Start. Based on the positive response, determine what is a real priority, how to establish milestones and checkpoints
the chamber will continue to provide the resources and for progress and success and three powerful tips to keep negativity from
solutions that are needed in developing both job candidates undermining your progress.
and new entrepreneurial business endeavors. Building Your Business (BYB) hosts business consultant and regionally recognized speaker and author TJ Helm
On Tuesday, May 26 from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M., of Galileo Professional Services Wednesday, May 20 from 11:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Helm’s background includes more
participants of Job Seekers Support and Networking will than 20 years in the information technology industry and 10 years in speaking, training and coaching to help others
learn how to stand out and differentiate themselves in a conquer real-life issues. Having traded hi-tech for hi-touch, Helm has a wonderful ability to connect with and delight
challenging job market. The chamber will also host Seven participants. She has worked with individuals and organizations in various industries, including high tech, retail,
Secrets to the Smart Start Thursday, May 28 from 8:00 to manufacturing, bio-tech, government, finance and non-profit. This workshop is proudly sponsored by Absolute
9:00 A.M. where entrepreneurs can explore making their Office of Oregon.
business idea a business reality. BYB is a great and inexpensive way to invest in the continued professional development for you or your staff.
The chamber is committed to being a lead partner in Whether you are starting or developing your own business or just looking to sharpen your skills, join us every third
the community by providing opportunities for professional Wednesday of the month as the chamber continues to provide relevant business education. Cost to attend is just
development. For more information about the chamber’s $5 for members and $10 for non-members and guests. If you have a business topic that you would like to have
business services, contact your business development presented, please direct your suggestions to Jon-Michael at 503.726.2151 or jonmk@hillchamber.org. w
manager, Jon-Michael Kowertz, at 503.726.2151 or
jonmk@hillchamber.org. w
Smart Meters are Despierta! hillsboro Gets Multicultural at M&M
coming to hillsboro Swap Meet!
Businesses M&M Swap Meet (346 SW Walnut St.), one of Hillsboro’s best-kept
shopping secrets hosts the ever-growing Despierta! Hillsboro Wednesday,
Soon every business and resident May 3 from 8:00 to 9:00 A.M. Following a similar agenda to that of Wake Up!
of the Hillsboro area will have a Hillsboro, you can expect a morning of fun, lively and interactive bilingual
“smart” electricity meter, thanks to networking. There is no charge for this program.
a new money-saving program from Furthering our objectives of providing effective networking opportunities and promoting a healthy, diverse
Portland General Electric. community, the chamber is committed to engaging the Latino business community. If you are looking to get
This month PGE began connected with the Latino community, please join us for this monthly networking event every second Wednesday of
replacing all of its old-fashioned the month. Bring a guest and double your chances to win a mini-spotlight presentation and a door prize. For more
mechanical meters with electronic information about how you can get involved in the Latino community or for host location consideration please
versions that can be read over a two-way wireless network. contact your business development coordinator, Jaime Miranda at 503.726.2150 or jaimem@hillchamber.org. w
No longer will meter readers have to come to your home or
business every month.
PGE is mailing an alert to every affected customer. There
will be a brief power interruption for residential customers Y&I Embraces public Safety at S-4 Tactical
S4
and home businesses, but not for most regular business
customers. (If an interruption is required, PGE will work Young and Innovative kicks off summer with a bang at S-4 Tactical, Hillsboro’s
with the customer to schedule a time that accommodates only indoor airsoft tactical training arena (1600 NE 25th Ave, Ste A in Hillsboro near
business needs.) Customers will see a PGE employee or a the airport) Wednesday, May 27 from 5:30 to 7:30 P.M. This month Y&I has partnered
contractor from Wellington Energy doing the work. with the Hillsboro Police Department to share its commitment in providing pubic safety
The digital meters are called “smart” for good reason. ensuring that Hillsboro is a safe place to live, work and play. Cost to attend is just $10
“This technology will allow us to offer our customers better and includes appetizers, beverages and a group activity. You can RSVP online at www.
services and help us keep our electricity prices as low as TACTICAL meetup.com.
possible by reducing our operating costs.” said Jim Piro, Y&I is sponsored by Jones & Roth and is Hillsboro's only young professionals
PGE’s new CEO. Piro said the new system is expected to group and offers valuable networking and career development opportunities exclusively for professionals under 40.
give customers a net savings of about $34 million over the To find out more about upcoming events or about how you can get involved in a leadership capacity visit www.
life of the meters. hillsboroyoungandinnovative.org. w
Smart metering also helps the environment, because
PGE will eliminate about 1.2 million miles of driving each
year, saving 80,000 gallons of gasoline and reducing CO2
emissions by 1.5 million pounds. In the future, the new
meters will be able to tell PGE when individual customers
Thank You to the 5th annual latino cultural
are experiencing a power outage. Festival Sponsors, Volunteers and participants!
For information about the smart metering program
in the Hillsboro area, visit www.portlandgeneral.com/ Held on March 29 at the Civic Center in historic downtown Hillsboro, more than 2,000 people enjoyed an
smartmeter, or call 800.542.8818. w afternoon of fun, festive activities for the whole family. New this year was a special screening of The Forgotten
Eagles (Las Aguila Olvidadas) film documentary. The festival also featured the return of the 2nd Annual Hillsboro
Futsal Tournament and local dance, music and entertainment acts from the Portland Metro area. A special
thank you to all of the volunteers for their
Advocate
support and efforts including Mr. Luis Diaz
hillsboro and his Glencoe High School student group,
Business
M.E.C.H.A. as lead volunteers and to all of
the students who submitted art work for the
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The advocate in coloR! Thank you to the following sponsors:
Presenting Sponsors: Providence Health &
Our June Advocate will be the start of something new Services and M&M Swap Meet
here at the chamber. We're excited to bring our news to Supporting Sponsors: Best Buy, City of
you...in COLOR! We are now accepting advertisements Hillsboro, Hillsboro Hyundai, Kaiser Permanente,
for our June issue – at the same rate! Sign up for your PGE, Tuality Healthcare, US Bank and Wells
color spot in our newsletter by contacting Courtney at Fargo Bank
503.726.2141. Be a part of this great change (BOTH Film Sponsor: Grande Foods
design & color)! Get your business in front of many Street Soccer Sponsor: Hillsboro Futsal
other professionals, stand out with a color ad – all at an Media Sponsors: Bustos Media – La Gran D
affordable rate! w 1520 AM and Univision Portland KUNP-TV
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chairman’s circle Spotlight on hillsboro 2020 Vision Volunteer
Spotlight: Kaiser partner: hillsboro community Foundation
permanente The Hillsboro Community Foundation exists to promote and
Recognizing Kaiser Permanente for their Silver Investment Level
facilitate charitable giving in support of projects and programs that
enhance the quality of life in Hillsboro. In fulfilling that mission,
In these tough
the foundation plays many roles, but primarily serves to: receive and
economic times, it’s
manage donor funds for projects benefiting the Hillsboro community;
more important than
help donors identify local organizations, projects and programs that
ever for communities to
meet their philanthropic goals and serve as an ambassador promoting the needs of the Hillsboro community.
pull together with civic, business and faith based
In addition, the foundation serves as an important forum for discussion of how private philanthropy and
groups helping one another. It’s always been part
giving can support the long term needs of the community. Governed by a board of directors representing a
of the Kaiser Permanente mission to do just that in
variety of local businesses and organizations, efforts to make positive change are charged by the momentum
Hillsboro and throughout the region.
of key leaders working together. This collaborative approach also minimizes the duplication of efforts across
Here’s just one example: Kaiser Permanente
organizations.
recently gave $250,000 to the Virginia Garcia Memorial
The Hillsboro Community Foundation was incorporated in 1986, and it has since sponsored and/or managed
Health Center in Hillsboro to computerize patient
funds from grants for several projects benefiting the City of Hillsboro and the Hillsboro School District. Some
records. Electronic health records will improve the
of these include projects at Noble Woods Park, Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve and the Educational Center,
health care for uninsured local residents, save money
the Glenn and Viola Walters Cultural Arts Center in downtown Hillsboro, Rood Bridge Park and Hare Field. The
by helping cut down on expensive duplicate tests and
foundation’s web site at www.hillsborocommunityfoundation.org can give you more details about its projects or
procedures and become a potentially life saving tool in
email info@hillsborocommunityfoundation.org to see where you can help.
an emergency. Gil Munoz, Virginia Garcia’s Executive
If you are interested in volunteering with Hillsboro Community Foundation or any of our other volunteer
Director, said, “Kaiser’s support of this important
partners, please visit the 2020 web site at www.hillsboro2020.org. w
project is a huge investment in the quality of healthcare
to the vulnerable members of our community.” In
addition to the monetary gift, Kaiser Permanente will
donate $92,000 for installation and training so that
clinicians can put this technology to good use.
Kaiser Permanente believes that everyone has the
Rotary 4th of July parade Ready for Registration
right to quality health care and coverage. Our Child Registration for the 2009 Hillsboro Rotary Club 4th of July Parade is now open. Complete information is available on
Health Program covers 4,400 uninsured and under the Rotary Club web site at www.hillsbororotary.org. In the column on the left side of the home page is a link for 4th of July
insured kids in the Metro area, several hundred of Parade. Click on it, and you are in business. “Use of an online registration setup makes it easy for people to get listed in the
whom live in Washington County. system and helps the Rotary volunteers to cope with an expected 160 entries,” said Registration Chair Deanna Palm.
Kaiser Permanente has roots in the Hillsboro area With 14 divisions, there’s plenty of room for entries by individuals, families, churches, businesses, musical groups, horse
that stretch back 20 years. We are deeply committed owners and even political candidates and pageant courts. Commercial entries are also invited. Take advantage of lower
to providing health care that is both excellent and registration fees by registering prior to June 1. The deadline is June 15. If you don’t have access to a computer at your home,
affordable. That commitment will continue, as will our you can visit the Hillsboro Library and use its free computer service. There will be substantial changes to the staging area, so
pledge to build a healthier community. We are proud please check the Rotary web site for important updated information prior to the event.
to remain a member of the Greater Hillsboro Area The theme for this year is “Teamwork Wins.” The parade is planned and presented for community entertainment by
Chamber of Commerce Chairman’s Circle. w volunteers in the Hillsboro Rotary Club, with Bob Rollinger of Wells Fargo Bank serving as chairman. w
localEcoNoMY:
WaKE Up! hIllSBoRo RIBBoNcUTTING
There is never a better day than the first
Wake Up! Hillsboro is the premier networking event for Hillsboro. Join day for a new business and no better
us every Friday morning to mix, mingle & market your business! Wake Up!Hillsboro is
taking reservations. way to celebrate it than with a Ribbon
Cutting Ceremony. Join us in welcoming
Wake Up! Hillsboro is an new businesses to the chamber as well as
easy and inexpensive to the community.
way to market your
business to other local
business people. Be a
part of Hillsboro’s weekly
premier networking event
Rock Creek Country Club Real Deals on Home Decor and sign up to host a
March 27 April 3 Wake Up! Hillsboro soon.
For more information
on hosting this event,
contact Julie Wilson
at 503.726.2140 or
juliew@hillchamber.org Real Deals on Home Decor
April 3
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EcoNoMIcINDIcaToRS
Dec Jan Feb
Larkspur Landing Home Suite Hotel Qdoba Mexican Grill Index of Economic Indicators™ 86.1 86.4 85.6
April 10 April 17 Oregon Initial Unemployment Claims, SA^ 15,504 13,865 14,679
Oregon Employment Services Payrolls, SA^ 28,959 29,833 28,809
Oregon Residential Building Permits, SA^, 5 MMA` 872 947 918
Despierta! Oregon Weight Distance Tax, $ Thousands, SA, 3 MMA` 18,661 18,387 17,747
hillsboro
Oregon Total Nonfarm Payrolls, Thousands, SA, 5 MMA` 1,689.6 1,721.7 1,635.3
(Univ. of Michigan) U.S. Consumer Confidence, 5 MMA` 61.3 60.9 58.1
Real Manufacturers’ New Orders for Nondefense, 35,485 31,307 33,353
Despierta! Hillsboro is a Nonaircraft Capital Goods, $ Millions, SA
monthly bi-lingual networking Interest Rate Spread, 10yr Treasury Bonds Less Federal Funds Rate 2.26 2.37 2.65
event following the same ^SA - seasonally adjusted, `MMA - month moving average
•Source: University of Oregon Index of Economic Indicators™
format as Wake Up! Hillsboro.
February Washington County Portland MSA OR U.S.
Unemployment Rate, SA 8.6% 9.6% 10.7% 8.1%
Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant | April 8 •Source: Oregon Employment Department
The Greater Hillsboro Area Chamber of Commerce, 5193 NE Elam Young Parkway, Suite A, Hillsboro, Oregon 97124 • www.hillchamber.org 5
MEMBERS:
new WEB paGE DESIGNERS
Garner Electric ........................................................1994
Fisher Farms, LLC....................................................1996
aDVERTISING - DIREcT MaIl peggy lind Designs OHSU-OGI School of Science Engineering ............. 1997
active Media Peggy Lind Phoenix Inn Suites .................................................. 1997
David Long 18115 SW Barcelona Way Presort Mailing Services ......................................... 1997
8560 SW Salish Ln, Ste 500 Aloha, 97007 Hotel B .....................................................................1998
Wilsonville, 97070 (503) 853-4806 | www.peggylinddesign.com Hawthorn Farm Athletic Club ..................................1999
Wells Fargo Barnhart Center ..................................1999
(503) 784-0666 | www.gozuno.com Ahne Oosterhof........................................................1999
MaRKETING coMMUNIcaTIoNS & WEB
Hillsboro Pediatric Clinic, LLC .................................2000
FINaNcIal SERVIcES/plaNNING SpEcIalTIES Westside Transportation Alliance...........................2001
Edward Jones Bridging The Gap Marketing llc ExecuTech Suites LLC .............................................2002
Bob Morrison Ted Chan MIR Music ................................................................2002
PO Box 748 16055 SW Walker Rd #254 Marilynn Helzerman ................................................2002
Hillsboro, 97123 Beaverton, 97006 Willamette West Habitat For Humanity Inc. ..........2002
(503) 627-0161 | www.edwardjones.com (503) 766-3691 | www.btgmarketing.com Larsen Farm Nursery ..............................................2002
Bloomfield Marketing, Inc. ......................................2002
hoME DEcoRaTING & accESSoRIES
Real Deals on home Decor Businesses Bob Terry ..................................................................2002
Rick Van Beveren ....................................................2002
Kindra Hanchett
669 S. 1st Ave. #135 committed to the Darlene Greene .......................................................2002
AdvoCare - Dennette Tallis ......................................2003
Hillsboro, 97123
(971) 645-3102 | www.realdeals.net
hillsboro chamber Stauffer - Cisco Supply............................................2004
ESP Painting ............................................................2004
05/09 milestones
A Child's Place / Un Lugar Para Ninos ...................2004
IT coNSUlTING/SUppoRT Bridgetown Appraisal ..............................................2005
Netra, Inc. Alliance Bible Church Inc. .......................................2005
Thad Young, President Oregon Roses, Inc. ..................................................1966 Nike, Inc. ..................................................................2006
Zurbrugg Construction Co. ..................................... 1978 Hillsboro Hobby Shop, Inc.......................................2006
2815 SE 75th Ave.
James F. Meadows, DDS, FAGD ............................. 1978 OnPoint Community Credit Union ..........................2007
Hillsboro, 97123
Hillsboro Opticians .................................................. 1979 Macy's ......................................................................2007
(503) 520-6960 Oregon Berry Packing, Inc. ..................................... 1979 Pacific Towing, LLC ..................................................2008
McDonald's ..............................................................1980 Mary Kay - Julia Murton ..........................................2008
MaNUFacTURING
BCA Financial Services ...........................................1981 Styledbaby Boutique, Cafe & Playhouse................2008
hoffman Instrumentation Supply Gratteri's Tire & Accessories, Inc. ..........................1982 RE/MAX - Thuy-Nga Casey ......................................2008
Chuck Hoffman, President Westside Rock Hayden Quarry, LLC .......................1988 Golden Quill Publishing...........................................2008
6110 NW Croeni Road Ball Janik LLP ..........................................................1989 Balance Therapeutic Massage & Core Fitness .....2008
Hillsboro, 97123 Family Vision Practice .............................................1990 Unitus Community Credit Union .............................2008
(503) 466-2200 | www.hisvacuum.com James Dutro, DMD ..................................................1991 Bridgeport Forest Products ....................................2008
WSC Insurance, Inc. ................................................1992 Japan PDX Imports..................................................2008
Bartlett Enterprises A-Best Appliance .....................................................1992 Word of Faith Christian Center ...............................2008
Bart Pond Atherton Realty Partnership ...................................1992 Prudential Overall Supply .......................................2008
1900 NE 25th, #11 Hillsboro Grocery Outlet ..........................................1992 Whole Foods - Tanasbourne ...................................2008
Hillsboro, 97124 Olinger Travel Homes ..............................................1993 Send Out Cards .......................................................2008
(503) 640-5545 | www.bartlett-enterprises.com RFM Preferred Seating ...........................................1994 Hairmasters - Bill Valdepena ..................................2008
Shoplocal
New Member-to-Member
Discount program
Starting this month, the Hillsboro Chamber is
launching Shop Local – a member-to-member campaign
Your Business here!
a business card-sized ad in our
new Shoplocal section for an
chINa
have Your own olympic adventure
aimed at increasing local business. As a chamber member,
This is your chance to explore what millions of people
you may advertise your offer through our newsletter introductory rate of $35•! saw during the 2008 Olympic Games. The culture, the arts,
(Distribution: 1,500) with this limited-time offer of $35!
the spectacle that China showcased for the entire world to
Now in color!
Contact Darcey Today at 503.726.2143 see is now just a suitcase away.
If you create your own ad, please submit a pdf of the
or darceye@hillchamber.org In partnership with Citslinc International, Inc.,
to benc@hillchamber.org. Each ad must be 3”w x 2”h.
the Hillsboro Chamber is offering a 9-day journey to
For questions on this program, please contact Darcey at
China to all chamber, community members and business
503.726.2143 or darceye@hillchamber.org. w 503.648.4846 leaders with departure October 23. This trip allows you
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Full service and project‐by‐project advertising, public relations, China or just looking for your own Olympic adventure.
Get 2 months of free payroll processing for
media buying, recruitment marketing, events planning, direct Witness first-hand one of the world’s most vibrant and
new clients that sign up with us during May. mail, writing and much more – any industry. fastest growing economies.
∞ Woman‐owned, local, Hillsboro Chamber member ∞ Get ready to tour China for the special price of $1,799
Payroll, HR, and Employee Benefits
Everybody needs a little TLC! per person (double occupancy). The 9-day trip includes:
phone (800) 864-4242 • fascimile (503) 639-5353 round-trip transportation from Hillsboro to Seattle, round-
email sales@thepeoplegroup.net trip international airfare, 4 or 5-star hotel accommodations,
www.thepeoplegroup.net three meals each day, English speaking tour guides and
transportation and admission to tours and attractions.
Travel stops include Beijing, Suzhou, Hangzhou, and
Shanghai with visits to these and many more incredible
China highlights: the Forbidden City, the Great Wall of
China, Tiananmen Square, Hanshan Temple, Yu Garden
and the Pudong Economic Development Zone.
Space is limited. Registration deadline is August 15.
A $200 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of
booking. For more detailed information about the specific
details of the trip visit www.hillchamber.org, check out the
• Offer valid for one month only and limited to eight (8) members. Normal flyer insert in this month’s Advocate or contact Iris Smith
business card-sized ad rate is $75. Offers must be business-to-business offers. The at 503.726.2145 or iriss@hillchamber.org. Get answers to
chamber has the right to refuse or request a new offer to meet our guidelines. your questions and secure your spot today! w
6 The Greater Hillsboro Area Chamber of Commerce, 5193 NE Elam Young Parkway, Suite A, Hillsboro, Oregon 97124 • www.hillchamber.org
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