CK & Company of Oregon
is a locally owned and operated metal works and steel fabrication business specializing in CNC machinery. They have one of the largest CNC turret punches in the valley (50 Ton), a CNC Press Break, a CNC High Definition Plasma Burner, several weld stations and more. They are a complete manufacturing facility with unlimited capabilities and will take on the smallest job to large production jobs. Their capabilities include punching, forming and fabrication of most metals, with a strong focus in Wireless Communication products and accessories. They employee certified welders, CAD specialists and have over 50 years of experience in the industry. Their goal is to build a business with strong community ties and to continually provide quick turnaround on quality products at competitive pricing. Call 503-792-3045 or visit www.ckoregon.com.

CP Sweistris Financial Services, LLC
a full service investment and insurance services firm serving Salem since 1946. They are an independent firm affiliated with Linsco/Private Ledger, the number one independent broker/dealer in the U.S. Being an independent firm means they offer unbiased research and no proprietary products leading to investment and insurance solutions based solely on their clients specific needs. Clients include business, professionals, retirees, families and trusts. Contact Chris Sweistris at 503-589-4900 or visit www.lpl.com/chris.sweistris.

CPS Mortgage Services, LLC
Another Sweistris family business, in Salem since 1946, is a full service mortgage lender for home and investment properties. They research the many programs available and offer the one that best fits their clients specific needs. CPS Mortgage has the honesty and integrity to offer the best programs available for their clients, with the clients best interest first and foremost. Contact Debra Holmes or Chris Sweistris at 503-589-4200 or visit www.cpsmortgageservices.com

Debra Giard & Associates
specializes in high-quality service for event consulting and unique promotional items and gifts. Contact Debra Giard at 503-949-4614.

Emerald Light Photography
a locally based national photographic business that produces extremely high quality images for all forms of business, advertising and editorial clients. Their image quality is upscaled only by their attention to detail and excellent service. To discuss any flavor of photographic project, call Bill Enos at 503-559-4551. For a review and snapshot of past image production visit www.emeraldlight.com.

First Tech Credit Union
has been a part of the Northwest landscape for over 50 years. Today, members work for high tech and telecom companies, work for the state of Oregon, or live/work in Lane County. There are members all over the Northwest experiencing the advantages of membership through competitive lending and savings accounts, including additional services such as tax, legal, insurance, car buying, mortgage services and more – all accessible online or offline. First Tech is a full service financial institution with three branches in Salem located at 1550 State St., 4093 Commercial St. SE and 2829 Lancaster Dr. NE. First Tech is an equal housing lender and is federally insured by NCUA. For more info call 800-637-0852 or visit www.firsttechcu.com.

Hansen Machinery & Metal Works, Inc.
founded in 1995, designs and build all types of machinery. They provide fabrication and installation on structural steel, commercial and residential, as well as railings, fences and all types of ornamental iron. Contact Steve Hansen at 503-873-5802.

K & E Excavating, Inc.
a family owned business started in 1998. Their primary focus is mass excavation and site utilities. Owners are Kerry Kuenzi, President, Eric Kuenzi, Vice President and John Kuenzi, Vice President. Contact Kerry Kuenzi at 503-399-4833.

Kraft Masonry, Inc.
specializes in commercial brick and block buildings with some residential work. The family owned business located in Salem, incorporated in 1993. They have 22 employees, most of which have been with them since the start. They subcontract with many large and small contractors, such as Triplett-Wellman, C.D. Redding, Bineham Constructions, John Hyland Construction, Leae Crutcher Lewis, Sheets Construction and LCG Pence to name a few. Contact Richard Kraft at 503-364-3103.

Mid Valley General Agency, LLC
is locally owned and operated. They work with licensed insurance agents to provide an outlet for business that may not be acceptable to their standard markets. They perform underwriting, rating, market selection, quoting and policy issuances for their Oregon and Washington agent base at more than 525 retail agencies. Originally the Excess & Surplus Lines department of Valley Insurance, located in Albany, they began in 1997 after purchasing their book of business. Mid Valley’s main focus is commercial property and casualty business with products for personal lines, commercial auto and professional liability. Starting with five employees, all of whom are still there, they now have 16 full-time employees. Contact Herm Deiss at 503-365-7001 or visit www.midvalleyga.com.

Phoenix Grand Hotel
provides a return to grandeur to historic downtown Salem. Adjoining the Salem Conference Center, the hotel offers extreme convenience, comfort and quality. Many value oriented amenities are also available. Contact our staff for a site tour and corporate rates. Call Scott Snyder at 503-540-7800 or visit www.phoenixgrandhotel.com.

Portland State University, School of Extended Studies
offers numerous classes in the Marion County area on Chemeketa’s campus. Classes are offered leading to a four-year bachelor’s degree without ever leaving the Salem area. PSU’s Degree Completion Program provides flexibility and convenience for employers and employees to meet their workforce and personal educational goals. Additionally, if enrolled at Chemeketa students can co-admit with PSU, allowing students to earn credits that apply toward both the Associates and Bachelors degree requirements. The program provides PSU academic advising and, if qualified, financial aid for both PSU and the community college courses. In addition, PSU offers programs in Professional Development, Independent Study, Online classes, continuing education for teachers, international special programs and ESL. Contact Bill Prows at 503-725-9719 or visit www.extended.pdx.edu.

R.A. Baranzano Company, Inc.
Real Estate Development. Contact Rich Baranzano in Portland, at 503-330-8100.

Salem-Keizer Public Schools
provide a quality education for the second largest school district in Oregon, with 38, 236 students (2004-2005). This district includes 65 schools, with seven other facilities including the Paulus Administration Center, Central, Data, Food, Support and Transportation services. The student population has been on a steady rise since the early 1990’s (10% growth in five years). For more information call 503-399-3001 or visit www.salemkeizer.org.

The Summit Group of Oregon, LLC
is a full service, independent insurance agency providing a full array of services for their personal and business clients. They are a single resource for entire insurance programs, utilizing solid, dependable carriers and providing professional advise to help you achieve superior results. Owners - John Petrie and Aaron Smith, have nearly 40 years of insurance agency experience in Salem. Along with their qualified staff, they promise personal attention. Contact John Petrie at 503-581-2825 or visit www.sgopro.com.

Willamette Masonry
has been is business since 1981. They provide construction services including masonry and other stonework. Contact Harlow Harris at 503-362-0684.