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We support and promote our local commerce through communication, advocacy and partnerships! June 2024
MChamber Membership
embership in the chamber is much more than a plaque on the wall, the fulfillment of a sense of civil obligation, or the means to generate new business. Rather, membership represents a commitment to the continued prosperity of Josephine County’s economy. The Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce is the catalyst that enables businesses to accomplish collectively what no one business could do alone. A strong united effort gives a voice to members. Tourism, service, retail and manufacturing each contibute to our business community. Come visit us about joining the Chamber and add your energetic voice to the community.
Chamber of Commerce Contact Information
Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce 1995 NW Vine Street • Grants Pass, OR 97526
Phone: 541.476.7717 • GPCOC@grantspasschamber.org www.grantspasschamber.org
Terry Hopkins President/CEO thopkins@grantspasschamber.org
Christie Swafford Programs & Events cswafford@grantspasschamber.org
Brittni Biller Membership & Business Dev. bbiller@grantspasschamber.org
Shirley Liska
Office Assistant sliska@grantspasschamber.org
Karen Henningsen
Accounting accounting@grantspasschamber.org
EExecutive Board of Directors
CHAIR/Kate LaskyJosephine Community Libraries
CHAIR ELECT/ Alan Meyer - Pacific Power
VICE CHAIR/ Donnie Garnett - People’s Bank
TREASURER/ Meghan Boehm - So. OR Aspire
PAST CHAIR/ Trent CarpenterSouthern Oregon Sanitation
Chamber Foundation
Lowell Gibson - Chair; NiceBadge
Roy Lindsay - Vice Chair
Rebecca Stoltz- Director; JCLF - Secretary
Greg Roe - Director; B&GCRV - Treasurer
Lawton Lesueur - Director; Mid.Emp.Ins.
Terri Wiley- Director; Evergreen Fed Bank
Hyla Lipson- Director, GP Museum of Art
very Thursday Morning at 10:30 am Chamber Chatter is sponsored by Evergreen Federal Bank, showcasing events and businesses in our area.
Chamber Chatter is fun and informative while discussions with the Morning Hosts of KAJO, KLDR and KRRM keep it lively and interesting.
Join us at 10:30 am each Thursday morning to listen to Chamber Chatter and find out what is happening in our community for the weekend. Keep your radio dialed to 94.7 FM, 98.3 FM, 99.7 FM or 1270 AM 10:30-11:00 am on Thursdays.
Sponsored
Board of Directors
Clay LeedyWild River Brewing & Pizza
Mark Stutzman - Farmer’s Bldg Supply
Kelsy Ausland - Ausland Group
Jeff Javelona - Old Town Mail House
Juliet Long - RCC
Lee Wassink - The Glass Forge
Brian Bouteller - Gospel Rescue Mission
Nathan Miller - Rentec Direct
Kevin Gill- Clouser Drilling Co.
Tiffany Johnson - RE/MAX
Terri Wiley - Evergreen Fed Bank
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Grants Pass & Josephine County
1995 NW Vine St., P.O. Box 970, Grants Pass, OR 97528-0290 Phone: 541 476-9574
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce Announces New CEO
Grants Pass, OR – The Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to welcome Terry Hopkins as its new CEO and President. A local entrepreneur with deep roots in the community, Mr. Hopkins brings over 25 years of business management experience in southern Oregon to his new role.
A lifelong resident of Grants Pass, Terry Hopkins is a graduate of Grants Pass High School. His career has been marked by a commitment to the local economy and community. Mr. Hopkins has an extensive background in the restaurant and hospitality industry, having worked with Thomason Hospitality Group and served as a business advocate for the Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association. Most notably, he opened and currently operates the popular Grants Pass bar and restaurant, Steam Distillery, launched in 2021.
Mr. Hopkins’s journey in hospitality has spanned five states, but it was his love for Grants Pass that brought him back to start a family with his wife, Alison. Together, they have raised two sons and are actively involved in various local community organizations and Chamber of Commerce committees and boards.
Kate Lasky, current chair of the Chamber board of directors and member of the hiring committee, expressed enthusiasm about the new appointment. "We are excited to have Terry join the team at the Chamber of Commerce,” she said. “We are confident that Terry will lead the Chamber with his skills in advocacy, businesses marketing, economic development, and his profound commitment to community involvement in our region."
Terry Hopkins’s appointment marks a promising new chapter for the Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce as it continues to support and advocate for local businesses and economic growth in the region.
New CEO and President Terry Hopkins will begin fulltime employment with the Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce on June 24. Prior to this date, he will attend committee meetings and community events representing the Chamber.
About the Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce:
The Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to enhancing the economic vitality and quality of life in Southern Oregon. It provides leadership, advocacy, and resources to help businesses grow and prosper in our community.
For further information, please contact Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce Board Chair Kate Lasky at katelasky10@gmail.com, 541-450-3498.
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Be involved with your Business Community
Wednesdays ~ Starts at 8:00 am • Doors Open @ 7:45 for Networking
Our Mission is to support and promote our local commerce through communication, advocacy, and partnerships! Membership Info: 541-956-4102
June 2024
Business For Breakfast ~ Greeter’s Meeting Meeting Time: 8:00
June 5th
Rogue Valley Security Fruitdale Grange • 1440 Parkdale Dr
June 12th
Parkway Christian Church 229 NE Beacon
June 19th
NO GREETERS *** Federal Holiday
June 26th
Mama Gaia Yoga Studio 1607 Williams Hwy #5
Greeters is a powerful networking group where you can interact with an average of 75 business professionals on a weekly basis. Non-Members are invited to attend up to (3) times as a guest. Doors open at 7:45am. The Chamber Ambassadors collect $1.00 and a business card at the door. Refreshments are provided . The meeting commences promptly at 8:00 AM. Our host has 5 minutes to showcase their business/organization. Emcee’s review the meeting rules and begin introductions from business cards. When introduced you have 30 seconds to share your information. ~ We look forward to meeting you!
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JUNE 15 – AUGUST 10
School is almost out! Keep your kids reading this summer through the library’s annual Summer Reading Program. This year’s theme is “A Journey Awaits,” sponsored by Josephine Community Library Foundation, the State Library of Oregon, and Evergreen Federal Bank.
A library card is not needed to participate. Yet, if you need to, sign up for an instant online library card today at:
josephinelibrary.org/library-cards.
Beginning June 1st, visit josephinelibrary.org for information about weekly activities, events, and bookish fun for everyone. This program is offered at no charge and is open to the public.
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Learning with The Library Library Resources to help Grow your
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233 NE B Street Grants Pass, OR 97526 | 541-474-1040 | wicksemmett com
Independent Physician Association
Started in 1994, AllCare Independent Physician Association (IPA) is a team of local doctors and providers with one focus: preventing illness and promoting healthy lifestyles in our communities. We live here. We know you. Together, we are AllCare IPA. Changing healthcare to work for you.
AllCareHealth.com/IPA
Michelle Kitchen FNP-C recently completed her education from Chamberlain University, Chicago, IL. She is passionate about collaborating with her patients in their health journey and believes the partnership between patient and provider is essential in optimizing health.
Michelle’s clinical interests are women’s health, cardiovascular, and evidence-based primary care.
New address: 1619 NW Hawthorne Ave., Suite 204 Grants Pass, OR 97526 (541) 474-5665 redwoodfamilypractice-gp.com
In 1994, a forward-thinking group of local physicians came together to “provide cost effective healthcare to our community”.
Thanks to them and to the ongoing leadership of our board and executive staff, this spring AllCare Health has the opportunity to celebrate 30 years of service to our communities. AllCareHealth.com
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NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Years OF SERVICE 1994 2024
M eet Our New Provider
We are privileged to serve the businesses of our community to become more efficient, more productive, and more financially successful. When we help business owners meet their goals, employees experience the benefits of their success and we help our community thrive. Expertise and intelligent solutions are delivered with consistent customer experience excellence and always with the highest of character.
We understand the challenges every business leader faces. For over 30 years we have owned, managed, and grown businesses in a variety of industries from start-up to 50+ employees covering the western USA. From 2 – 2,000 employees, we help businesses and non-profit organizations strategize, organize, optimize, and operate at their highest potential. We carefully listen to you and combine your story with our experience
to help you achieve the results you desire from your team, systems, and processes. We may even help you discover new opportunities.
Our Payroll, HR tools and services are consistently rated at the top of the industry for functionality, integrations, and ease-ofuse year after year. Our advanced software solutions improve efficiencies, maximize employee productivity and development, and lower direct and indirect costs for companies. Discover intelligent solutions for accomplishing your strategic goals in people management, finance and accounting, marketing, operations and logistics, team building, business development, and succession planning and execution.
For a free consultation, contact Todd Tippin at todd@tmtbsi.com, or call 541-2441209, or find us on the web at https://tmtbsi. com/.
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Todd Tippin • todd@tmtbsi.com • 541-244-1209 • www.tmtbsi.com
I-5 South Rest Area Merlin • Hellgate & Co • Parkway Village • Historic G Street • Chamber Visitor Center
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CHECK OUT the New KIOSKS Around Town!
Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce ~ www.grantspasschamber.org 10 All Your Heating, Air Conditioning and Indoor Air Quality Needs Right Here WELCOME TO comfort Committed to Your Comfort 541.779.1049 metalmasters-inc.com CCB 529 “Serving Our Neighbors, Committed to Excellence” 541-479-5335 • www.sosanitation.com Family Owned and Operated • Taqueria • 137 SE H St • Si Casa Flores • 202 NE Beacon • Si Casa Xpress • 502 Union Ave and 401 NE F St "Vida Feliz" or "Happy life" is our family motto SI CASA FLORES We are passionate about sharing our family values, history and culture with our community Come in and you'll feel the vibes
We support and promote our local commerce through communication, advocacy and partnerships! 11 Member FDIC bannerbank.com Grants Pass North 541-956-6450 Grants Pass South 541-955-4589 Building a business in the community? Us too. Call us to see how Banner’s business solutions can help your business thrive. Are You Ready To Elevate Your Business To New Heights? Whether You're Starting Out Or Considering A Change, Choosing The Right Business Entity Is Crucial. LLC vs S-CORPORATION: THE PROs & THE CONs
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June
June 11th - Yumberry
@ 10:30am 1883 Williams Hwy.
Our Chamber Ambassadors organize Ribbon Cutting Celebrations for a variety of events for Chamber Members!
Contact Brittni to schedule your celebration!
bbiller@grantspasschamber.org
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Ribbon Cuttings Pinnacle 365 1044 NE 6th St
Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings for June
5th - Bolt Graphix
@ 9:30am 2185 NE Spalding Ave #1
Bowl
Pregnancy Care Center 708 SE 8th St Youth 71-5 Votech Center 1550 Nebraska Ave Ambassador Scholarship Program
A Look BAck At Businesses And
orgAnizAtions thAt heLped estABLish grAnts
Thank You to Tom Brownell for this interesting Daily Courier clipping from 1924 that mentions his Great-Grandfather, Austin Brownell, helping to organize a chamber event.
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Look at this interesting snippet of information on how the State Chamber of Commerce established a Grants Pass Chamber representive (A.Daughtery) to help interested parties settle the agricultural areas of our region.
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Welcome Our Newest Chamber Members
Floors To Go
Floors To Go
550 SW 6th St. Suite B, Grants Pass 541-479-8000
Primary Contact: Todd Osten
Email: admin@gpfloorstogo.com
Website: www.grantspass.floorstogo.com
Category: Flooring
Description:
Locally owned premier floor covering store. Offering the largest and best selection of carpet, hardwood, laminate, vinyl and tile!
OEO Energy Solutions
OEO Energy Solutions
140 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Phone: (800) 553-2112
Primary Contact: Lesley Grant
Email: Lesley@oeo.com
Website: www.OEO.com
Category: Energy Efficiency
Description:
OEO Energy Solutions is focused on providing Commercial and Industrial customers with the latest in LED technology. OEO works directly with businesses to lower operating costs, improve light quality, and assist with utility rebates in order to deliver customer satisfaction second to none.
OEO is the leader in “plug and play” EZ LED technology to make conversion to LED as simple as possible.
Seville Lending LLC
Seville Lending LLC
Grants Pass
Phone: (480) 241-9608
Primary Contact: Claudia Tone-Krause
Email: claudia@sevillelending.com
Website: www.sevillelending.com
Category: Mortgage Lending
Description:
Guiding dreams into homes, we are Seville Lending, your trusted partner in securing the keys to your future. With a legacy of integrity and expertise, we navigate the complex terrain of mortgages.
Total Performance Sports Medicine
Total Performance Sports Medicine
1328 NW 6th Street, Grants Pass
Phone: (541) 476-4010
Primary Contact: Melissa Morgan
Email: chiropractic@totalperformance.clinic
Website: www.totalperformance.clinic
Category: Health & Wellness
Description:
Multi-specialty physical medicine practice.
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Welcome Our Newest Chamber Members
Caveman Technology Group
Caveman Technology Group
Grants Pass
Phone: (541) 708-2283
Primary Contact: Mario Guerra
Email: office@cavemansecurity.com
Website: www.cavemansecurity.com
Category: Security
Description:
We are a full-service provider, here are a few of our most popular services: Commercial fire & security; Armed & unarmed guard service with digital support & drone capabilities; Job site & minimal infrastructure Security; Fully managed IT service with business backups and a full-time help desk; Payment processing and Point of Sale. Theater and Audio Video/ Conference room/showroom/digital signage. And custom home automation.
Rogue Valley SHRM
Rogue Valley SHRM
Medford
Phone: (541) 476-9162
Primary Contact: Maegon Brazille
Email: SHRMRogueValley@gmail.com
Website: www.shrmroguevalley.shrm.org
Category: Human Resources Management
Description:
We are an affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management. Whether you are new to the HR field or have many years of experience, we are a local starting point for networking, information, professional development and continued support of excellence in Human Resources.
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Visit the Chamber and pickup your copy of the 2025 Small Business Tool Kit, and other Resources!
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We support and promote our local commerce through communication, advocacy and partnerships! 21 Thanks to the community and Asante Foundation, I received cancer care at Asante’s Helen K. Spears Cancer Center and could rest my head at The Family House when I traveled from Brookings for treatment.
Learn more and view Monty’s story online: asantefoundation.org/spears/ Visit Us Today! 509 SE 7th Street, Grants Pass
Monty, Grateful patient, Brookings, Ore.
The Young Professionals Network is for young professionals in the target age range of 18-45 who are looking for networking opportunities with other young professionals, connections to the community and business leaders, community engagement, and professional development. The network holds monthly luncheons, quarterly socials, and community service projects.
First Community Credit Union, Asante, Hampton Inn & Suites, Peoples Bank, Midland Empire Insurance, RE/MAX Integrity-Bifano Home Team, Sunshine Solar Inc, Kendon Leet Real Estate, Weekend Beer Co. Logan Design and Nicebadge
For our Quarterly Professional Development, our Young Professionals got a deep dive into all the amazing programs available to the youth in our community through Project Youth Plus. This organization stives to prepare low-income, first generation, under-represented youth to thrive in school, careers and life. Their target range is 6th grade -24 years of age to which they strive to engage and remove barriers to promote success. Executive Director, Carl Thomas was very passionate about his role and talked about their current efforts in fundraising and finding way to engage with the community. One recent engagement was partnering with local chefs and Steam Distillery for the Culinary Creations Fundraiser which sold out!
For June, we will be doing our annual Volunteer Project at the JOCO Food Bank. This is such a fun and rewarding project. For event information and registration, please visit our Community Calendar at www.grantspasschamber.org.
Chamber of Commerce Text
Messaging Program
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General Messages - Text GPJC to 38316 To join the YPN group - Text GPYPN to 38316
join the Greeters groupText GREETERS to 38316 To join the Merchant groupText MERCHANT to 38316
AirMedCare Network / REACH
Barrett Business Services, Inc. ~ BBSI
Bill’s Glass & Windshield - Grants Pass
BUGS Northwest
Cartwright’s Valley Meat Co.
Charles Rund
Friends of Josephine County Fairgrounds
Galice Resort
Grace Roots
Grants Pass Equipment Rentals
Grants Pass Family YMCA
Grants Pass Golf Club
Grants Pass Rotary Club
Great Northwest Music
Grip N Grub
Holiday Inn Express
Hunter Communications, Inc.
JL Insurance, LLC
JW Computer Service
Motel Del Rogue
My Bookstore
NeoLife Nutrition ~ Debbie Musack
New Hope Christian School
Oregon Pour Authority & Pizza Studio
Our Foster Kids
Out ‘N’ About Treehouse & Zipline
Partnerships in Community Living Inc.
Rogue Birth Center LLC
RPM Diesel
Saint Germain Foundation
Scoops & More
Si Casa Flores
Siskiyou Insurance Marketplace, Inc.
SL Records Management, Inc
The Salvation Army Grants Pass Corps
The Suites Assisted Living & Memory Care
Winn Homes Real Estate
Women’s Crisis Support Team
Young Life of Grants Pass
MONTHLY UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS
Greeters- “Business for Breakfast”
Every Wednesday - 8:00 am
Connect w/Enews & Calendar for Locations
Government Affairs Committee*
1st Monday - 9:00 am
Young Professionals Network Committee (YPN)
3rd Monday - 12:00 noon
Business Retention & Expansion Committee*
2nd Tuesday - 8:00 am
Chamber Board Meeting* 2nd Thursday - 8:00 am
Ambassador Committe Meeting 1st Wednesday - 7:00 am
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Ribbon Cuttings- 6/5 Bolt
Graphix; 6/11 YumBerry Bowl
Business After Hours ~ Thursday, June 13th, 5:00 - 7:00 PM Friends of the Oregon
Caves
& Chateau Concerts In the Park- Tuesdays June 18th - July 23rd; 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM; Josephine County Fairgrounds,
Midway
Park Juneteenth - June 19th - CHAMBER CLOSED
Entrepreneurship made easy and fun! One step at a time Lemmy the entrepreneurial lemon, will take kids on a journey to o their very own business a lemonade stand Since 2007 Lemonade Day has been empowering today’s youth to bec tomorrow’s entrepreneurs The My Lemonade Day app, will teach kids to set goals, make a plan, run their stand and get results to achieve their dreams!
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R E G I S T E R T O D A Y ! HAVE FUN! LEARN A LOT! MAKE MONEY! WATCH VIDEOS COMPLETE ACTIVITIES EARN BADGES VIEW SLIDESHOWS SET GOALS MAKE BUSINESS DECISIONS TEAMWORK FINANCIAL LITERACY GET STARTED! VISIT MYLEMONADEDAY.ORG TO REGISTER 2. 1. CONFIRM YOUR EMAIL AND ADD YOUR YO NTS 3. www.LemonadeDay.org/Grants-Pass August 2, 2024 Platinum Sponsor: Entrepreneur Sponsors: Education Sponsors: Cascade Hasson Sotheby's Intl Realty • Chief Aircraft Clouser Well Drilling Inc • Cynthia Harelson, CPA PC First Community Credit Union - N • Fort Vannoy Farms, Inc. Grants Pass Kiwanis Club • Hart Insurance • Logan Design Mama D's Authentic Kitchen • Marzi Sink Factory Mid Rogue Imaging Center • Nations Lending REACH - River's Edge Academy Charter School Roe Motors GM • The Bifano Home Team @ RE/MAX Integrity Young Professionals Network This Event Presented by: Our Community Partners