AmeriTitle
opened a branch in Monmouth and held an Open House. The branch is located less than nine miles from Dallas and only minutes from Independence. “Opening a branch in this area was a natural fit for us because of the many ties we have to the people it will service. We are excited to be taking another step in our commitment to be your local title company” said Eric Templeton, General Manager. 503-581-1431 or visit www.ameri-title.com.

Brown & Dunton, Inc.
simplified their name to BDI Staffing, effective August 15th. The same owners and same great staff will continue to provide superior service. They have been in business for over 18 years and their staff has over 75 years combined experience. BDI Staffing, is the oldest privately owned and operated staffing service in the Mid-Willamette Valley. They provide clerical, assembly, manufacturing, construction through CEO positions. Contact Jim Brown at 503-364-5189 or visit www.projob.com.

Central Willamette Credit Union
has announced numerous promotions. Nikki Garrett-Black has been promoted to Member Service Manager. In her new position, she will oversee the lending operations for the Credit Union. Nikki has been with Central Willamette since 1999 and has held various positions including Branch Supervisor, Business Development Officer and Sales Manager. Rachel Robles was promoted to Vice President of Member Services. Robles has been with Central Willamette since 1993 and most recently has held the position of Member Service Manager, overseeing the Credit Union’s lending operations. Georgene McAlhany, has been promoted to Service Organization Vice President for Central Willamette Financial Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of CWCU. Central Willamette Financial Services provides investment and insurance services. McAlhany, has been with Central Willamette for 20 years and has served as Vice President of Members Services, for the last eight years. Call 541-918-7452 or visit www.centralwcu.org.

Coldwell Banker Commercial Mountain West Real Estate
Amber Archibald has just joined the firm as a real estate broker. She moved to the Dallas area two years ago, and was Branch Manager of Oregon Employees FCU in Salem. Carrie Zendejas, has also joined as a real estate broker. She has lived in Salem for the past 27 years, twenty of those years were spent working with developmentally disabled adults in the health care industry within the State of Oregon. Toni Keener, has also affiliated with the firm as a real estate broker. She has lived in the West Salem area for five years where she had been a retail manager with a major clothing store. Toni and her family moved to Salem from Northern California after having been employed as a loan processor for a mortgage company. Her previous experiences includes loan processor, owning her own daycare and as a bookkeeper for her family-owned restaurant. Barbara Keightley, Broker with Coldwell Banker, been awarded the Certified New Home Specialist™ (CNHS) designation. Completion of the CNHS training involves over 20 hours of interactive computer-based course work, successful completion of the 200-page workbook and a 90% or better score on the certification test. Call 503-588-3508 or visit www.cbcre.com.

Eschelon Telecom, Inc.
announced that it has launched the Elite Partners Agent Program in the Salt Lake City market. Companies that are selected as Elite Partners can expand their existing service offerings by selling Eschelon’s suite of telecommunications solutions. Potential Elite Partners include telephone systems vendors, telecommunications consultants and other professionals that work with end-users on telecommunications needs. “We’ve created a “best in class” agent program with the mission to build long term relationships with a select group of companies and individuals.” stated Steve Wachter, Eschelon’s Executive Vice President of Sales. “It’s a win-win for our sales agent partners.” Contact Jenna Soule at 612-436-6426 or visit our www.eschelon.com.

First American Title Insurance Company of Oregon
has opened a new branch in the Silverton area. Lisa (formerly Moore) Bybee will handle the escrow and title services. Lisa has worked in the real estate industry for almost 20 years and brings knowledge and professionalism with her. Call 503-873-9343.

Garrett, Hemann, Robertson, Jennings, Comstock & Trethewy, PC
The Workers’ Compensation Section’s of the Oregon State Bar bestowed its highest award — the Douglas W. Daughtry Award of Merit, to Chess R. Trethewy, a senior partner at Garrett, Hemann, Robertson, Jennings. This is only the fifth time in 12 years that the award has been given and the first time to a recipient practicing primarily in Marion County. This award is given in recognition of a Section member’s commitment to the highest standards of professionalism, honesty, integrity and willing adherence to the highest ethical standards, while making contributions to the Workers’ Compensation Section and the hearings process. H. Thomas Andersen has also joined the firm. Mr. Andersen defends employers and insurers in workers’ compensation and employment law cases, with experience in all aspects of workers’ compensation law. He served 19 years as Trial Counsel and Special Assistant Attorney General with SAIF Corporation, involved with medical, factual and legal issues. Mr. Andersen holds a degree in political science from the University of Illinois and is a graduate of University of Oregon School of Law. Call 503-581-1501 or visit www.garrettlaw.com.

Insight Worldwide, Inc.
a Salem based company that makes employment screening tests, was ranked No. 31 in a list of the fastest-growing private companies in the greater Portland area compiled by the Portland Busines Journal. Insight’s revenues have soared 144% in the past two years. The company produces and administers “integrity” tests to prospective employees. Call 888-314-8908 or visit www.insightww.com.

Mid-Willamette Staffing Association
A Career Fair was held in June as a collaboration between the Mid-Willamette Staffing Association and the WorkSource Oregon’s Salem Job and Career Center. The Career Fair allowed job seekers to talk with eight staffing agencies to find out about the many types of positions they have available and how the agencies can be a vital part of their job search. In 2004, the local staffing industry employed over 10,000 people for temporary or contract work. Nationally, about 72% of these employees moved on to permanent jobs. The American Staffing Association stated that a whopping 90% of companies now use staffing services to meet all or part of their Human Resource needs. The Career Fair is one example of how the Mid-Willamette Staffing Association and WorkSource Oregon are working together for local businesses. WorkSource Oregon works closely with the 14 certified members of the Mid-Willamette Staffing Association, to provide the type of employee services necessary for job seekers. 503-485-2175.

Moss Adams LLP
is proud to announce the promotions of Tracy Paglia, CPA to Senior Manager and Lisa Ford, CPA to Manager. Tracy spends her time focusing on not-for-profit taxation. Lisa helps manufacturing and construction companies with tax compliance. Louis E. Henry has also joined the firm in its Not-for-Profit, Governmental and Higher Education practice. He brings 36 years of experience as a quality control reviewer and auditor for government units, universities, health care providers and insurers, and not-for-profit clients. Call 541-686-1040 or visit www.mossadams.com.

Oregon Aero, Inc.
has been named #1 for 2004 growth among medium-sized companies by the Portland Business Alliance. Their 133% increase in gross revenues, combined with a 106% increase in employment, places it among the state’s top three medium-sized growth companies. The numbers comprise only one indicator for the success of Oregon Aero. Mike Dennis, Founder, President and CEO, thrives on challenges that are dismissed as too difficult by others. Oregon Aero was founded in 1989 and has engineered more than 500 product solutions to eliminate pain, reduce noise and improve impact protection for customers from all walks of life, including military combat units. They also offers portable cushion systems, aircraft interior upgrades, impact-absorbing insole inserts, aviation accessories, specialty tools and other products. Call 503-543-7399 or visit www.oregonaero.com.

Portland General Electric
PGE hosted a grand opening celebration at the new Market Square office. Customers who want to pay, or discuss their bills in person have a new, easier-to-find destination. “The new location is much closer to the center of the metro area, making it more convenient for the majority of PGE customers,” said Barbara Byers, Project Manager. “Like our previous location, it offers ample parking space.” Byers said the old Salem office was sometimes hard to locate among the other facilities there. The new Community Office also benefits its staff, as the facility is supplied with more ergonomic equipment, making their jobs more efficient and comfortable. Contact Mark Fryburg at 503-464-8444 or visit www.portlandgeneral.com.

Prudential Real Estate Professionals - Roger and Bonnie Merulli
have been awarded the prestigious Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) designation by the Council of Residential Specialists, the largest not-for-profit affiliate of the National Association of Realtors. Roger and Bonnie, completed advanced courses and have demonstrated professional expertise in the field of residential real estate. Only 35,000 (4%) of realtors nationwide have earned the credential. Bonnie and Roger are committed to work with you from the beginning to closing. Call 503-371-3013 or visit www.merulli.prudentialhomefinder.com.

Salem Legal Group
Pierson, LaMont, Carlson & Gregg, P.C. have changed their name to Salem Legal Group, effective June 1, 2005. Their main office will continue to be in Salem and they are expanding with an office in Canby. Dirk Pierson, David Carlson, Tracy Gregg and Richard Allen will continue to provide quality legal service to clients throughout the Willamette Valley. Salem - 503-585-0700, Canby 503-263-6599 or visit www.salemlegalgroup.com.

Sustainable Fairview Associates
announced a tour of the Pringle Creek Community Grounds for August 27th, to learn more about the environmental, ecological and aesthetic elements of the communities Master Plan. The unveiling of the “Flower Power” biofuel station and informational tours of the gardens and restored buildings are also scheduled. Pringle Creek Community will be one of the first truly sustainable communities built in the Northwest. Well designed housing options for people with various incomes will be available. President, Don Myers stated, “Our homes will be architecturally distinctive and utilize green building design and materials.” Call 503-930-4541 or visit www.sustainablefairview.com.

Sweeney Promotions, Inc.
announced a new Account Executive, Bry Taylor who has joined their company. She has an extensive background in rodeo and special event promotion, and over 15 years of sales and marketing experience. Bry will be managing accounts for design and printing and will coordinate event promotions including Salem Rodeo and Linn County Fair. Sweeney Promotions has been successfully promoting Salem businesses for over 15 years, serving clients including Courthouse Athletic Club, Capitol Auto Group, Wilco Farm Stores and helped produce the SEDCOR Wild West Gala held in February. Contact Bry at 503-364-1442 or visit www.sweeneypromotions.com.

T-Mobile, USA
celebrated five years in Salem, with a Open House and tours of their facility. When T-Mobile opened it’s contact center they planned to hire 400 people. Today, they employ 1,100 customer-service minded people. In 2003 and 2004, J.D. Power and Associates ranked T-Mobile highest for Wireless Customer Care Performance. The Salem call center is the largest of the 14 in the United States and handles over a million calls a month - that’s over 30,000 calls a day. T-Mobile is proud of their accomplishments, as well as their support in the community. Their employees volunteer with many events and programs throughout the year including World Beat, Habitat for Humanity and the Boys & Girls Club. Contact Joni Keith at 503-763-8101 or visit www.t-mobile.com.

Ticor Title
is proud to announce that Steve Kay, joined their team as the Mid-Willamette Valley Builder Services Specialist. Steve brings to Ticor over 12 years of land development and planning experience, specializing in site design and land use approvals. Ticor Title has been serving Oregon since 1893 and issued the state’s first title insurance policy. Services include title insurance, escrow closings, 1031 tax-deferred exchanges, contract servicing and builder services. Contact Steve at 503-931-5551 or visit www.ticortitle.com.

Western Tool Supply
was ranked No. 98th, with a growth rate of 43 percent in a list of the fastest-growing private companies in the greater Portland area compiled by the Portland Business Journal. An American owned and operated company, Western Tool started in 1982 with one location. They now have over 50 stores in the United States, nine in Canada and are still growing. They are committed to providing quality power tools, hand tools, fasteners and supplies and dedicated to outstanding service for their customers, to keep them coming back. Contact Kevin Kiker at 503-588-8222 or visit www.westerntool.com.

Willamette Valley Vineyards
received approvals on all labels submitted to the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) stating the resveratrol content and a brief description of the antioxidant. Resveratrol is an antioxidant found in the skins of grapes and is particularly high in Pinot Noirs grown in moist cool climates like Oregon and New York. This was a landmark decision by the TTB. Willamette Valley Vineyards, started shipping their ‘02 Vintage Pinot Noir and ‘04 Whole Cluster with the new labels in July. The Oregon legislature also approved WVV to put a ten cent bottle refund on its labels. WVV has always honored this bottle return policy, but now will be able to list it on the back label. WVV wines continue to show well in Magazines and at festivals. The ‘04 Pinot Gris has taken three golds this year and received write ups in the Oregonian, Seattle Times, and in the Wine Enthusiast Magazine, as one of the best summer whites! The ‘02 Pinot noir was recently featured in Peoples’ Your Diet magazine as one of their best picks and the ’04 Whole Cluster will appear in an upcoming article in Bon Appetite magazine in October. During the first week in July the winery made its final steps to switch to biofuel for their tractors and delivery vehicles. All the vineyards tractors and fleet will run off biofuel provided by SeQuential Biofuels and will fill up at an on-site pump, as well as card-lock stations up and down the I-5 corridor. The winery’s switch to the low-emissions fuel will be highlighted in the Alaska Airlines magazine starting in September. Call 503-588-9463 or visit www.wvv.com for more information.

Woodburn Company Stores
Two of America’s favorite pastimes - travel and shopping - came together when the Oregon Travel Information Council’s first Travel Plaza officially opened at Woodburn Company Stores on Tuesday, August 9th. The new Travel Plaza became the site for the Woodburn Area Chamber of Commerce, Oregon Travel Information Center and makes Woodburn a hub for regional tourism promotion. This is the first of the five new statewide plazas proposed by the Travel Information Council (TIC) slated to open during the 2005-2007 biennium. The plaza was strategically sited at Woodburn Company Stores, one of the state’s highest traffic points in the Willamette Valley. The project is the outcome of many years of collaboration between the TIC, Woodburn Area Chamber of Commerce and Woodburn Company Stores. The outlet mall contributed 600-square foot space to the Travel Plaza project. A self-serve information kiosk installed within the Travel Plaza features local attractions and services, and provides space to accommodate advertising and brochures. Revenues generated from the sales of advertising on the kiosk display will help fund the development of future Travel Plazas on both public and private land. Cheryl Gribskov, Executive Director of (TIC) said “This new center will meet the needs of travelers in a high volume traffic area and serve as the region’s resource for information on Oregon attractions, events, state and national parks, recreational opportunities, lodging information and maps.” Call 503-981-1900 or visit www.woodburncompanystores.com.