August 2010...to strengthen, enhance and protect our members through political advocacy, economic development, community promotion and member programs and services.

It is time for the Roseburg Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Golf Tournament. This year’s event is scheduled for Thursday, Augus t 12 and features an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start with a scramble format at Umpqua Golf Resort in Sutherlin. The chamber golf tournament would not be possible without the generous support of its sponsors. Our title sponsors this year are Mahalo Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC and Umpqua Bank. 19th hole lunch is brought to you through the sponsorship

Let’s Go Golfing!

Upcoming EventsThursday, August 12

Golf Tournament8:30 a.m. Shotgun StartUmpqua Golf Resort

Thursday, August 19 Sponsored by: Government Affair Breakfast Oregon Senate & House Candidates 7:45 to 9 a.m Douglas County Fairgrounds Individual Attendee(s) $15; Corporate Table (8) $110; Non-Member Attendee(s) $20

Thursday, August 19Business After Hours

5 to 7 p.m. Steelhead Run Plaza, 1122 NW Garden Valley Starbucks ~ Edward Jones, Jeremy Gilliam

Booster Juice ~ Alanson Randol, DDS

Take a Roman Holiday

Important Elections Around the Corner Roseburg Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to our quarterly Government Affairs Breakfast on Thursday, August 19. This candidate forum will be moderated by Norm Smith, President of the Ford Family Foundation, and will take place at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. Our guest speakers, running opposed for the state senate and house seats, will include; Sara Byers, Representative Bruce Hanna, Harry McDermott, Representative Tim Freeman, Marilyn Kittelman and Senator Floyd Prozanski. The chamber’s Government Affairs Breakfasts are provided to give our members access to contested candidate races, elected officials and staff from all levels of

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On Thursday, September 2 the Roseburg Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to take a “Roman Holiday” at its annual Dinner in the Park. Whether the evening’s theme causes you to crave an Italian feast, flashback to a college toga party or conjure up images from a classic movie of the same name, you won’t want to miss this annual event. The 6 p.m. gathering will take place at beautiful Stewart Park in Roseburg. A feast fit for an emperor will be served. Attendees will have a variety of glorious Land of Umpqua wines to select from--available for pre- or on-site purchase. To add to the evenings festivities, we are searching the Colosseum and Pantheon to amass auction packages that are sure to impress. Make sure you are at this event; a limited number of tickets are currently for sale at $40 individually or for tables of eight at $320. Call 541-672-2648, ext. 30 to make your reservation or go online to www.roseburgareachamber.org/chamber/events.php. Dinner tickets include a hand-painted souvenir wine glass. Whether you break out your toga and laurel wreath, don the stripes and straw hat of a Gondolier or pull off your best Audrey Hepburn or Gregory Peck impersonation, join us for an evening you won’t soon forget. Special thanks to Community Sponsors AmeriTitle, Inc., bbg Marketing and Party Time Rentals. Dinner tickets are non-refundable.

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Business PerspectiveVol. 27 No. 8

Phone: 541-672-2648Fax: 541-673-7868

www.RoseburgAreaChamber.org

2010 Board of Directors

EXECUTIVE OFFICERS

ChairmanMike Hansen, Douglas County Fire Dist.#2Vice ChairmanNorm Gershon, U T & ESecretaryDebbie Fromdahl, President & CEOTreasurerGary Crowe, FCC Commercial FurniturePast ChairmanChris Burnett, Steve Tuchscherer, CPA, PC

DIRECTORSDebi Ashley, Wells Fargo Home MortgageSyndi Beavers, Henry Estate WineryJulie Bell, Fred MeyerDan Clark, Dole Coalwell Clark et.al.Dan Endicott, Good VibrationsGreg Henderson, Oregon Pacific BankGary Lewis, Gary’s Guide ServiceToby Luther, Lone Rock Timber CompanyKathleen Nickel, Mercy Medical CenterAlex Palm, i.e. Engineering, Inc.Harold Sheeran, Avista UtilitiesDan VanSlyke, Wildlife SafariKaren Volk, Karen Volk RealtyTodd Way, Douglas FAST Network

CHAMBER STAFFDebbie Fromdahl, 672-2648 ext. 12President & CEOSherri Edwards, 672-2648 ext. 30Program & Event ManagerJean Kurtz, 672-9731 ext. 13VCB DirectorMary Long, 672-9731 ext. 14Volunteer CoordinatorAmy McKillop, 672-9731 ext. 24VCB Sales & Marketing ManagerTeri Phillips, 672-9731 ext. 15VCB Administrative AssistantNancy Austin/Serena Smart, 672-2648 ext.17Administrative AssistantsGail Trimble, 672-2648 ext. 22Business & Administrative Services DirectorJill Waltenspiel, 672-2648 ext. 23Sales & Marketing ManagerJoy Yori, 672-2648 ext. 31Workforce Development Manager

Hangin’ on the Patio in August In This Issue

August Events ....................................1 Chamber News / Events .................2, 5New Members / Renewals .................3Calendar / VCB News ........................4Work in Progress ................................6Workshops / Seminars ........................7Business Member Spotlight ...............7

Thursday, August 19 from 5 to 7 p.m., the Roseburg Area Chamber of Commerce and its Greeters committee hope to see you at these Steelhead Run Plaza businesses: Starbucks Coffee ~ Booster Juice ~ Edward Jones, Jeremy Gilliam ~ Alanson Randol, DDS for Business After Hours at 1122 NW Garden Valley Blvd. Don’t miss this relaxing, after work opportunity to learn more about these chamber members while sharing information about your own business as you mingle and enjoy food, Palotai Vineyard & Winery wines, door prizes, gift baskets and live music.

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Welcome New Members

Thank You Renewing Members

Campbell Family DentistryRick Campbell, DDS665 W. Wharton Street Roseburg, OR 97471Ph: 541-672-4732 Fx: 541-677-9017toothdr@dcwisp.netwww.campbellfamilydenistry.netDentists“Where PEOPLE matter most!” Well-trained professional staff who work as a team, providing the highest quality treatment in a warm, caring setting. All aspects of dentistry, including general and cosmetic services.

Elite Taxi and Limousine ServiceOggy Zohar2141 NE Airport Road, Ste. 3Roseburg, OR 97470PO Box 2623Winston, OR 97496Ph: 541-440-6666 Fx: 541-673-4741Oggy_man@hotmail.comTaxi ServicesProviding a neat, clean and safe environment for transporting passengers to and from destinations. Taxi service to all of Douglas County, plus Eugene, Portland and Medford Airports. Limousine service also available upon request.

Logger’s Gourmet Pizza, Inc. Cathy Martin1350 NE Stephens Street, Ste. 10Roseburg, OR 97470Ph: 541-672-5212loggerspizza@yahoo.comwww.loggerspizza.comRestaurantsOffering both sourdough and gluten free crusts, with regular or vegan cheese for those who are dairy intolerant, on baked or take & bake pizza. Also offering pasta, pinwheels, desserts, chicken wings, salads, biscuits & bacon/sausage gravy, all with the choice of dine in or carry out. Delivery also available.

UniFirst Corp.Chuck Bergfeld29492 Airport RoadEugene, OR 97402Ph: 541-461-7736 Fx: 541-461-7784charles_bergfeld@unifirst.comwww.unifirst.comUniforms / Facility Services - RentalsA leading provider of uniform and facility service rental programs carrying uniforms to meet all customer needs. A complete line of restroom products as well as mats, mops, towels, aprons and other facility services are available. Weekly service insures a clean, pressed uniform that will enhance your company’s image.

Roseburg Area Chamber of Commerce

FiveStar Member Club

Avista Utilities

Douglas Fast Network

FCC Commercial Furniture

Mahalo Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC

Oregon Pacific Bank

Paramount PrintingLoren Simonis1217 NE Walnut StreetRoseburg, OR 97470Ph: 541-440-6693 Fx: 541-440-6785paramount@rosenet.netScreen Printing / Embroidery – Specialty ClothesCustom screen printed and/or embroidered garments, including tee-shirts, jackets, uniforms, hats and athletic wear. Sizes range from X-small to 10X.

AAA OregonBarco Supply of RoseburgBetween the Buns Sandwich Shop & DeliBig K Guest Ranch & Guide ServiceCanyon Creek BicyclesCommunities for Healthy ForestsDepartment of Human Services, District 6Dunes Motel of Roseburg, Inc.Employment TrendsFeynman Group, Inc.Freeman’s Garden Valley ShellGoodwill Industries, Southern OregonJerry & Mary GrieseThe Human Bean of RoseburgIKON Office Solutions, Inc.D R Johnson Lumber CompanyKamper Korner RV CenterLora’s In-Home Care, LLCMahalo Heating and Air Conditioning, LLCOccupational MedicineParkway Animal HospitalAlanson Randol, DDSRoseburg CinemasSeven Feathers Casino Resort Subway on the Parkway, Inc.Superior Carpet & Upholstery CleaningTempa – Temporary AssistanceUmpqua Golf ResortUmpqua Medical Group, LLCUmpqua Valley Fire ServicesVictory Builders, Inc.Wells Fargo Home MortgageWilson’s Chapel of the Roses

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Business Perspectives Publication DeadlineBusiness Perspectives is an official publication of the Roseburg Area Chamber of Commerce published monthly.

Chamber members are encouraged to submit items for publication. Copy deadline is the 10th of each month preceding the publication date. Information received after that date will be published subject to urgency and space availability.

For advertising contact 541-672-2648, ext. 23.

Roseburg Area Chamber of CommerceP.O. Box 1026 • 410 S.E. SpruceRoseburg, OR 97470541-672-2648 • Fax: 541-673-7868

salesmgr@roseburgareachamber.orgwww.RoseburgAreaChamber.org

August Calendar

5, 12, 19, 26 SCORE free business counseling, call 672-2648, ext. 17

10 & 24 Greeter’s Committee*, Manor House, 3400 NW Edenbower

4 8 a.m. Transportation Task Force*, Chamber Conference Room

10 8 a.m. Government Affairs Team*, Chamber Conference Room 9 a.m. Executive Committee*, Chamber Conference Room

12 8:30 a.m. Golf Tournament, Umpqua Golf Resort

17 7 a.m. Board of Directors*, Downtown Fitness & Aerobics Center 8:15 a.m. RWIB Executive Committee*, Chamber Conference Room

18 8:30 a.m. Marketing Committee*, Chamber Conference Room

19 7:45 a.m. Government Affairs Breakfast, Douglas County Fairgrounds (see enclosed flyer) 12 noon Project Leadership Planning Committee, Chamber Conference Room 5 to 7 p.m. Business After Hours, Starbucks ~ Edward Jones, Jeremy Gilliam ~ Booster Juice ~ Alanson Randol, DDS at Steelhead Run Plaza, 1122 NW Garden Valley

* Members Only Event / Activity

Online Ad Campaign in Seattle, Portland and San FranciscoMillions of potential Roseburg visitors were introduced to the joys of vacation in the Land of Umpqua through a June/July online advertising campaign sponsored by the Roseburg Area Chamber Visitors & Convention Bureau, in cooperation with Southern Oregon Visitors Association (SOVA). Using the theme "The Ultimate Road Trip," the three week June/July campaign highlighted Roseburg and other tourism partners throughout Southern Oregon. Online ads directed consumers to campaign websites designed specifically for each market. The website allowed consumers to download discount coupons from Roseburg businesses. Although all traffic figures are not in yet, preliminary figures reveal that the campaign generated more than 14 million impressions and 16,445 visits to campaign websites that featured the Land of Umpqua. In addition, more than 1,000 web visitors viewed online coupons. "This is the second year Roseburg has been a part of this online effort," explains Jean Kurtz the Roseburg Area Chamber VCB director. "This year's campaign generated a 400% increase in visits to campaign websites over prior years. Roseburg’s investment in the campaign netted a return of more than six to one which is extremely important in this tough economy." The Portland campaign (www.southernoregon.org/portland) used banner ads on Yahoo.com, Comcast.com and OregonLive.com. In addition, a radio campaign using five different top-rated radio stations also directed people to the website. The Seattle campaign (www.southernoregon.org/seattle) also used banner ads on various web pages on Yahoo.com and Comcast.com. The San Francisco Bay Area campaign (www.southernoregon.org/bayarea) also involved Yahoo ads, but a special TripAdvisor.com campaign focused the effort on people looking for travel information about Oregon. Online banner ads on the San Francisco Examiner's website (SFexaminer.com) and on a top rated radio station website completed the campaign.

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Got News?

PremierWest Bank announced the bank has awarded $12,000 in scholarships to twelve students located in their banking region, based on academic achievement. Each student received $1,000 toward the university or college of their choice. In Douglas County, Desiree Moan, South Umpqua High School and Derek Priestley, Roseburg High School received the award. KMTR NewsSource 16 in Roseburg has relocated their office to 415 SE Jackson Street. The telephone number did not change. Smokefree Workplace Law materials are still available through Douglas County. The Health Department has decals, brochures, and Oregon Tobacco Quitline brochures available to businesses at no charge. Contact Marilyn Carter at mjcarter@co.douglas.or.us with your company name, mailing address and how many items you want. Most businesses have already posted the smaller decals, but a larger decal is available which may be more effective in communicating the law. The Roseburg Optimist Club is pleased to announce their 35th Annual Respect for Law Banquet to be held on Friday, August 27 at 6 p.m. at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. Members of the Police Department’s from Roseburg, Winston, Myrtle Creek, and Reedsport; the Douglas County Sheriff and Oregon State Police will be honored for their outstanding service to the local community. State Representative, Bruce Hanna, will be the guest speaker at the event. For information please contact Lyle Miller at 541-784-7327. Douglas Timber Operators is pleased to announce the hiring of Audrey Barnes to fill the position of executive assistant. Barnes was chosen because of her intimate knowledge of the timber industry and DTO activities. Umpqua Training & Employment is offering free computer classes in Microsoft Word, Excel and Information Technology Profession. These classes are online self-paced. For those in need of computer assistance, UTE also offers a computer lab on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons. Call 541-672-7761 for information. The 29th Riverside International Wine Competition in Temecula, CA netted Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards of Umpqua the Small Winery of the Year trophy. The Reustle wines earned nine silver or better medals of its 10 entries. Forty-three judges from around the United States, mainly wine makers, wine journalists, and wine merchants evaluated 1,923 wines over a three-day period.

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of Southern Oregon Credit Service and provided by Dianne’s Deli & Coffee Shop. Golf balls have been provided by Knife River Materials, birdie sponsor is Cow Creek Government Offices and Umpqua Insurance Agency is sponsoring the hole-in-one. The $105 per player or $400 per four-person team fee includes not only an 18- hole round of golf, but also: a small bucket of range balls, two closest-to-the-pin contests, a hole-in-one contest, a goodie-bag filled with things every golfer needs, lunch, a 19th hole celebration and an array of door prizes. Teams and individuals are welcome to attend. Each four-person team must have at least two chamber members. If you are a chamber member, your employees are, too. Why not reward their outstanding performance with a round of golf, an excellent opportunity for their networking and professional development. Call 541-672-2648, ext. 30, or email programmgr@roseburgareachamber.org to make your reservation today.

government and to address the topics that are relevant to business and our local commerce. The August breakfast is sponsored by Umpqua Training & Employment. The RACC Government Affairs Breakfasts are held quarterly from 7:45 to 9 a.m. The cost of the program is $15 for members, $110 for a table of eight and $20 for non-members. Reservations are required and a buffet breakfast is included. Please fill out the reservation form included with this publication or visit www.roseburgareachamber.org/chamber/events.php and pay online.

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The chamber is waiting for your 2010-2011 application for its upcoming Project Leadership class. This is a great opportunity t o l e a r n m o r e about bus iness and industry in Douglas County, make bus ines s contacts, develop your leadership ski l ls and give back to our great community. Call the chamber at 541-672-2648, ext. 30 to request your application. The application deadline is August 9.

Applications Due

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NOTE: “Work in Progress” is brought to you by the Douglas County Regional Workforce Investment Board. Contact workforcemgr@roseburgareachamber.orgfor more information.

Work In Progress

Certified and Ready for HireThe recent hiring of employees for the opening of Costco confirms the need for employers to be able to quickly and effectively process potential employees from a large pool of applicants. As the economy begins to turn around and local employers start re-hiring professional staff, laborers, trade workers and others, it will be imperative for the company to hire qualified applicants the first time. The need to place competent workers and reduce turnover will be crucial to the success of the company. Over the past year the Oregon Workforce Investment Board has piloted Oregon’s National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC). The NCRC is part of a national credentialing program that measures real world job skills. It helps employers identify qualifed candidates for specifc jobs so they can be confident about an individual’s ability to apply essential skills to critical tasks. The NCRC also helps job seekers verify their abilities to employers who are hiring. Oregon’s NCRC helps employers identify workers with the skills needed in 85% of all jobs in the 21st century. Over 16,000 occupations have been researched nationally as part of the NCRC program. Three skills rise to the top as critical in virtually every job: • Applied mathematics • Reading for information • Locating informationThese foundational skills are matched to occupations and the corresponding level of competency recommended. Job seekers receive a certificate based on their score level of successfully completing the test. Local employers are then able to “prefer” a certificate level to expedite hiring, reduce employee turnover and trim training expenses. The NCRC can help local businesses develop more accurate job descriptions, reduce training time and target hiring processes to find the right person for the job the first time. Employers will be able to identify applicants who already have verifiable job skills. As the Douglas County workforce system develops the local use of the NCRC, employer contribution will be invaluable. Members of the statewide and local implementation team will be available to answer questions and provide further details of the NCRC at the chamber’s workforce board quarterly meeting on September 14.

32 years of fi ne wines. . .

UMPQUA VALLEY-STYLE SMOKED SALMON and TRI TIPSponsored by Roseburg Mat Club 3:30pm - 6:30pm • $10

For information: 459-5120 • 800-782-2686 • www.henryestate.com • 687 Hubbard Creek Road

Saturday, August 21, 2010

Main Stage:

Tom Varley & the Sundogs 12:00pm - 4:30pm

Paul Biondi & the Michael Tracey Band 5:30pm --10:00pm

Quicksilver, Wizard of The North 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Brief Business History: The United Way idea originated over 100 years ago as a common-sense answer to the problem of providing financial support to local, voluntary social-service agencies throughout America. Since that time, United Way has continued to demonstrate that a single combined campaign for funds is more efficient and successful than a series of separate agency fund drives. Costs are reduced, the giving base is broadened, volunteer time is conserved and agency staffs are free to devote more time to community service rather than to fundraising. Established in 1954, the Greater Douglas United Way is one of more than 2,000 independent and autonomous United Ways. It is one of 800 United Ways that employ at least one full-time staff person to operate a local office year-round. And like all other United Ways, it is lead by volunteers who: 1) serve on a 30-member board of directors, and are legally responsible for the organization’s business affairs; 2) plan and conduct an annual fundraising campaign throughout greater Douglas County; 3) study and evaluate local health and human-care needs; and 4) review member-agencies and establish annual funding levels.

Marketing Niche: Employee campaigns represent the core market of our donor base. We also strive to engage retirees, locally owned businesses, individual donors and corporate donations.

Business Philosophy: We are “Uniting people to meet the human need in our community.”

Industry Trend: With the current economic conditions human service agencies in Douglas County are facing increased need with decreasing funding. Pulling together as a community will be the key to the success of Douglas County, neighbors helping neighbors through tough times.

Why the Greater Douglas United Way joined the Roseburg Area Chamber of Commerce: In the endeavor to create a vital community, the Greater Douglas United Way believes it is imperative that we work with our governmental and for-profit partners to create a strong cohesive business community.

(Winners are selected each month from the Membership Meeting drawing of attending member business cards.) Congratulations to Debbie Young, Finance & Resource Manager.

Business Member SpotlightGreater Douglas United WayAugust 19 3 to 5 p.m. First Steps to

Starting Business, Free, UCC Workforce Training Center, 2555 NE Diamond Lake Blvd. Call 541-440-7744 to register for seq. # 11278.

August 26 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. BOLI Wage and Hour Laws, $165 per person with additional rates, UCC Tech Center Rm. 119-120. Call Donald at 971-673-0825 or email donald.demont@state.or.us

Workshops & Seminars

October 2010-March 2011 Calendar of Events submissions are due at the Roseburg Area Chamber of Commerce VCB by September 10, 2010. The calendar will list events that are of interest to VISITORS to our community. Event planners are encouraged to submit their information. Please include the information listed below when submitting your events: • Date of Event • Event Title • Location • Time & Cost • Contact Person • Telephone & E-mail, website • Additional Information Please send your information to Teri Phillips at PO Box 1262, Roseburg OR 97470 or call 541-672-9731, ext. 15, or email vcb@visitroseburg.com.

Calendar Items Due

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