Message from the President

MESSAGE FROM THE PR ESIDENT

When I walked in the City of Lake Oswego’s Fourth of July parade with my family this year, I experienced the tremendous warmth and caring our neighbors and visitors have for our city.

Lake Oswego is a special community because of the thoughtful way our neighborhoods, businesses, government and schools work together.

As a chamber, our vision is to be a vital partner in making Lake Oswego a vibrant and inclusive community to visit, grow a business and call home.

We accomplish this through various programs, events and community e xperiences.

Leadership Lake Oswego provides an opportunity for business owners and employees to learn directly from local leaders about leadership traits, qualities and skills in a way for them to grow both personally and professionally.

The Lake Oswego Chamber Foundation adds beauty throughout the city through the Village

Flower Basket program, now in its 33rd year, garnering support from individuals, businesses and organizations to keep the streets welcoming.

Fusion is coming back this year to provide a roundtable for all our local organizations and interests to come together and share how we can help each other.

As you ExpLOre Lake Oswego this year, please know that your support of our local businesses, restaurants, schools, parks, farmer’s markets, art and theater programs contributes to our thriving and growing community. Continue to shop and dine local this year – and make a point to reach each of our business districts: Downtown, Lake Grove,

Kruse Way, Mountain Park, Palisades and the City’s two Industrial Zones.

Matthew Kahl, President

Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce

The Kahl Family on the 4th of July