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Downtown LIVE � � � � � � � � � � 4

President’s Message � � � � � � � 5

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Introducing Bert Jepson � � � � 7

IN THIS ISSUE

SBDC UPDATEDear Small Business Development Center Stakeholders—

Susan Hoosier has left the Longview/Kelso SBDC to accept a position with a local financial institution. Her last day was Friday, June 17, 2011.The SBDC is seeking approval from the State to move forward with recruiting a replacement for Susan. Until a new business advisor is hired, Jan Harte from the Vancouver SBDC will be providing service to Cowlitz County on a “circuit rider” basis.Jan can be reached at 360-260-6372 or via e-mail at:[email protected] you for your patience and continued support.

2011 LCP SCHOLARSHIP WINNERSCongratulations to the Lower Columbia Professionals’ High School Scholarship Recipients.

Each of these three young scholars are the proud recipients of a $500 scholarship that was presented during each high schools award program.

Casey Birdsell Kelso High School

Jeffrey (Jeff) Koss Mark Morris High School

Britton Baker R. A. Long High School

The Lower Columbia Professionals Scholarship Program is funded entirely by the committee efforts and those who attend the events and support the Lower Columbia Professionals.

Thank you!

2011 KLCC SCHOLARSHIP WINNERSCongratulations to the Kelso Longview Chamber of Commerce High School Scholarship Recipients.

Each of these three young scholars are the proud recipients of a $1,000 scholarship that was presented during each high schools award program.

Elle Mustion Kelso High School

Lauren Salberg Mark Morris High School

Sophie Kangus R. A. Long High School

The Kelso Longview Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Program is funded entirely by the generous contributions from our members.

Thank you!

High School Scholarship RecipientsCongratulations!

HOLE-IN-ONE SPONSORSStewart Title Twin City BankGOLF CART SPONSORColumbia Ford Hyundai NissanTEE PRIZE SPONSORPeaceHealth19TH HOLE SPONSORSSignature Transport, Inc.PUTTING CONTEST & DRIVING RANGEThree Rivers MallColumbia BankBEVERAGE CART SPONSORExpress Employment ProfessionalsBREAKFAST SPONSORSCascade Title CompanyKoelsch Senior Communities

1ST PLACE GROSSLeRoy NelsonGreg NelsonBarry NelsonLuke Nelson2ND PLACE GROSSFrank PanarraTom HendricksonBruce BaileySteve McClellan3RD PLACE GROSSRick HopkinsAndre' LindbergDan HiattDennis Bryan

Kelso Longview Chamber Tournament Results

#17 LONG DRIVE WOMEN Andrea Klingberg#1 LONG DRIVE MEN Luke Nelson#12 K.P. MEN Tim AmatoLONGEST PUTT Norm Becker

THANK YOU to our tournament sponsors! See list of sponsors on page 6.

Kelso Longview Chamber Field Prizes

…and it didn’t rain!The Kelso Longview Chamber of Commerce wishes to thank the Sponsors, Players and Volunteers who made this year’s Golf Classic such a tremendous success.

Photo by Norma Davey

• JULY 2011 KELSO LONGVIEW BUSINESS CONNECTION

OPEN FOR BUSINESS Chamber ambassadors, local dignitaries and friends celebrated milestones of local businesses with ribbon cutting and certificate presentation ceremonies.

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Attention Cowlitz County EntrepreneursWhat is Cowlitz BizNet?The idea for Cowlitz BizNet stemmed from the PubTalk events in Vancouver and Portland, wanting to have a similar format, but catering more to Cowlitz County entrepreneurs. The Cowlitz Economic Development Council has taken these events on, believing that entrepreneurship has become ever more vital in creating a stable and thriving economy.

Calling all Entrepreneurs, Investors and Business Professionals!Cowlitz BizNet events are aimed at bringing together entrepreneurs, investors and business professionals in hopes of beginning conversations. Unlike other events, Cowlitz BizNet targets entrepreneurs who are thinking of starting a business or already have a business and would like more networking/business development opportunities.

What can one expect at Cowlitz BizNet events?Each of the Cowlitz BizNet events are themed, with the intent of giving information through speakers specializing in the themed topics. The first Cowlitz BizNet event theme was “Market Yourself to Lenders” and the second was “Use Acquisitions to Accelerate Growth.” And, of course, you can also expect Networking! Networking! Networking! - Increasing the opportunity for entrepreneurs to connect with potential business partners and investors. Both events were very well attended and the feedback has given the Cowlitz Economic Development Council the momentum to continue forward in planning a third Cowlitz BizNet event this Fall, 2011.

The Future Looks Bright!There is the possibility of expanding Cowlitz BizNet into an entrepreneur accelerator program, putting entrepreneurs on the fast-track to starting a profitable, well managed business through mentors in all facets of business development.

How do we find out more?For more information, contact Mary Brown, Vice President at Cowlitz Economic Development Council, 360.423.9921. Follow us on Twitter:CowlitzBizNet or on Facebook: Cowlitz BizNet

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Kelso longview Chamber of CommerCe Team

Rick Winsman, President/CEONorma Davey, Director of Administration

Amy Johnson, Program DirectorDebbie Brock, Bookkeeper

Kelso visiTor CenTerConnie Parsons, Center DirectorLois Sigurdson, Center Assistant

CowliTz CounTy Tourism bureauMark Plotkin, Tourism DirectorMegan Wells, Tourism AssistantNatalie Haney, Tourism Assistant

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Send info on promotions, expansions, significant happenings and personnel achievements to: [email protected] may be edited for length, style and consistency. New members are invited to be interviewed for a “mini-feature” vignette in Kelso-Longview Business Connection. Call 360-423-8400.

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What? No simple cell, ever?July 16th • 10am“What Cells Do Tell”Learn more from teacher and scientist Chris Ashcraft as he unveils the intricate molecular machines that operate inside our cells. See his bio at nwcreation.net/ashcraft. He’s qualified!

The Big FreezeDoes Global Warming have you in a sweat?Saturday, August 13 • 2pmWhat scientists believe about the age of the earth affects their interpretation of global warming. Hear Atmospheric Scientist Dr. Larry Vardiman explain why “Some like it hot” - No matter what your position, Dr. Vardiman may help you see why you believe what you do. Then, no sweat!

You may also attend a 10am session on “The Big Freeze,” a youth-friendly session about the Ice Age.

Join us for two Summer Learning Events!You will be amazed at our Mount St. Helens displays and other

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On September 14th local compa-nies and individuals will come together in

projects that help people and non-profit organizations within our community, dem-onstrating the entire scope of the local United Way mission of uniting people and resources.The Day of Caring is a key event of United Way’s annual campaign. Last year, the event brought together more than 200 volunteers from 39 local busi-nesses and organizations in support of many different projects.The day yields immediate satisfaction in tangible work accomplished, like building playgrounds, sorting food and clothing, doing yardwork and landscaping and making and serving meals. Often there is a deeper satisfac-tion, too.“It’s an especially meaningful time for employees of the plant,” said Mike Banigan, site manager at Sol-vay Chemical, which has taken part in United Way’s Day of Caring for many years. Lately, they’ve made their ongoing RIF (Reading Is Fundamen-tal) visits to Wallace School part of the company’s annual Day of Caring activities. “It’s not necessarily just an opportunity to read to the kids,” Bani-gan said, “but also . . . to spend some time with kids who sometimes just need to know that someone cares to listen.” Jim McLain, a salesman at Miller Paint in Longview, joined co-worker Wade Harmon and six other volun-teers last year to paint a house owned by a local non-profit, with Miller Paint

Join us for the 2011 United Way Day of Caring • Sept. 14

providing the paint and supplies and the volunteers doing the work.

“It seemed like a good way to give back to the community,” McLain recalled. And it was fun. “Everybody chat-ted and got along and got the work done.” Miller Paint’s group plans to paint another

house on this year’s Day of Caring, he said. Treana Storie, public relations assistant at Cowlitz PUD, has led its Day of Car-ing team for six years. “It’s always a very rewarding feeling,” she said. “We’re here doing something they (social service agencies) don’t have time to do. It allows them to focus on the people they’re try-ing to help.” And it’s a learning oppor-tunity, she said. “You get to go inside facilities and learn about what types of services they provide to our community.”Consider joining this year’s Day of Caring as an individual volunteer, a workplace-based team and/or an event sponsor. Whichever way you participate, you’ll have the unique chance to be seen as a community leader, while helping local citizens and organizations.To sign up and be “matched” to a project suited to your skills and interests, contact the United Way office at 1338 Commerce Avenue, Suite 201 in Longview, or call 360-423-5320.

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OPSAHL, DAWSON & COMPANY, PS WELCOMES LOCAL TALENT TO THE FIRMMichele Weber has joined the accounting firm Opsahl, Daw-son & Com-pany, P�S� in its Longview office as man-ager of the bookkeep-ing depart-ment. Weber brings to the firm 30 years bookkeeping experience, working with a wide variety of busi-nesses. She enjoys helping her cli-ents learn more about accounting for their business and assisting them with their QuickBooks and payroll needs. Weber moved to Longview from Santa Clarita, California, in 2008, with her husband, Larry Weber. Michele Weber enjoys traveling, ceramics, and supporting community events. She is the current treasurer of the annual Longview Go-4th Festival, past committee member for the annual St. John Medical Center Foundation

Gala, past chair for the annual United Way Gala in 2009, and is a member of the Longview Country Club.

COLUMBIA THEATRE APPOINTS DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENTMichelle Musso has joined The Columbia Theatre Association for the Per-forming Arts’ execu-tive team and will manage the theatre’s fundraising and financial development. Musso brings a wealth of experience in development and a demonstrated commitment to the community. She worked for 10 years at Lower Columbia College, where she was instrumental in creating strong industry and community sup-port for a new federally-funded pro-gram.Musso will partner with executive director Gian Paul Morelli, the board of directors and the rest of the staff to develop the Columbia Theatre as the premiere venue for high-quality entertainment in Southwest Washington. She will be the primary contact for friends and sponsors of the Theatre in its community outreach efforts. “I am honored to be a part of the Columbia Theatre and to work

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The Kelso Longview Chamber of Commerce invited locally based social media authority Frank J. Kenny to come and speak on Social Media and Internet Marketing for small business in April 2010. Since that presentation, Mr. Kenny has presented or trained on social media marketing to more than 200 business associations and groups. His recently-released book is based on his research while visiting certain chambers, ours being one of them. The new book, titled The 7 Secrets: Laws of Society, Social Media Essentials and Strategies for Small Business and Associations, discusses Frank’s own experience of struggling in business until he discovered the strategy of “Give Gifts. Be Generous.” He combined that ancient strategy and new social media marketing strategies; resulting in a doubling of the size of his 45-year-old business organization over an 18-month period.The manuscript goes in-depth on what Frank calls “The 7 Secret Laws of Society.’ The laws include using social media to show your customers and prospects acceptance and respect; seeding for reciprocation; social proofing; being an expert and authority; knowing, liking, and trusting in business, and several other little-known human “laws”.The book, over the course of 170 pages, is available as a free digital download courtesy of the Kelso Longview Chamber and Frank’s national sponsor, ChamberMaster. He also covers telling your story, choosing the right niche and target market, knowing your businesses social media goals and how to measure progress, building your online brand, knowing the rules of the road, and 27 social media strategies for providing value and building relationships.As a gift, the Kelso Longview Chamber of Commerce welcomes you to download the free digital version at FrankJKenny.com.

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If you are looking for something fun to do on a Friday evening this summer, look no further than Downtown Longview! Downtown LIVE is

set to go LIVE July 1st and will run every Friday night through the end of August.

Special eventsare scheduled for every Friday night, shops will stay open and the 1200 and 1300 blocks of Commerce Avenue will be closed to through traffic to provide a casual setting for guests to enjoy the warm summer evenings. A new addition to the fun this year is the Downtown Community Market featuring FREE outdoor movies for the kids, courtesy of HDCCTV Sales and Blockbuster Video, fresh produce and locally made products such as soap, bird cages, fresh bread, BBQ sauce, face painting and more!

The first event of the season on July 1st features the Cardboard Boat Regatta, a public showing of some of the cardboard boats that will be racing on Lake Sacajawea the very next day. Come take a close look at these unique cardboard boats and meet the teams that made them “seaworthy.”

Other events on the calendar include:• July 8: Eat and Greet Hosted by Downtown Longview Businesses

• July 15: Sip and Stroll Hosted by Roland Wines

• July 22: Pug Parade Hosted by Petworks and Lynn's Burgers

• July 29: Sidewalk Sculptures Hosted by Longview Outdoor Gallery

• Aug 5: Commerce Bicycle Races Hosted by Highlander Cycling

• Aug 12: Urban Adventure Hosted by Cowlitz Valley Runners

• Aug 19: Special Surprise Event Hosted by Do it Yourself Party Supplies

• Aug 26: Slow Car Crawl Hosted by the Grand Prix Chapter of America

Downtown businesses will be rolling out the red carpet for you every Friday night. Expect music,

laughter, food, drinks and fun! Bring your family and friends and experience all that Downtown has to offer.

Downtown LIVE is proudly spon-sored by Teague's Interiors, Highlander Cycling , Red Rooster Bakery, Petworks, Ken's Engrav-ing, Scoops Ice Cream and Candy, County Folks Deli, The Bistro, The Gift Cottage, Pets, Pawns and Instruments, Banda's Bouquets, Do it Yourself Party Supplies, HDCCTV Sales, Global Images Design, and Ganesh Indian Cuisine.

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MEGA MIXER 2011August 235:30 – 8:30pmIts baaaaaaaaaaack…………

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We are pleased to announce the second annual oppor-tunity to partner with the

Chambers of Commerce in Cowlitz County and the Longview Down-towners to bring local businesses and business people together in one location at the same time. This year’s edition of MEGA MIXER 2011 will be August 23 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. on 16th Avenue between the Chamber building and the Longview Post Office. Business dis-play booths, tables, food, beverages and entertainment will again make this a memorable and fun network-ing event. Cost is $15 per attendee.Businesses within Cowlitz County, are eligible to participate in the Mega Mixer 2011. And, if you are a member of any of the Chambers in Cowlitz County or a member of the Longview Downtowners, you are eli-gible to sign up under the “member rate.” The MEGA MIXER 2011 pro-

vides the opportunity to reach out and network to current and prospective clients and customers.Sign up your business as a sponsor or a vendor at the Mega Mixer 2011 and take advantage of the opportunity to share your business information with more than 200 business professionals.For Cowlitz County Chambers of Commerce: MEGA MIXER 2011 pro-vides all Chambers the opportunity to raise non-dues revenue by selling indi-vidual tickets to the event and keep 100% of all sales proceeds for your Chamber’s use!Join us at the best networking event in Cowlitz County for 2011, where you will connect business to business and build lasting relationships!For sign-up or other information, visit www.KelsoLongviewChamber.org on FB@ KelsoLongviewChamber or call the Chamber team at 360-423-8400.

Rick Winsman is President of the Kelso Longview Chamber of Commerce.

with the team on further enriching the community through the arts, education and community involvement, said Musso in a press release. “I am fortunate to join an organization that is truly a part of the fabric of our community.” Musso completed her bachelor’s degree in political science and course work for her master’s degree in public affairs at Washington State University. “This is a significant step for-ward for the Columbia Theatre,” noted Executive Director Gian Paul Morelli. “Our ability to con-nect with communities through-out Southwest Washington is critical to our success. Michelle is an important addition to our staff.” Westby and Associates of Vancouver, Washington, con-sulted on the search.

7WONDERS CREATION MUSEUM & BOOKSTOREThe 7Wonders Creation Museum, located at 4749 Spirit Lake Highway in Silver Lake, has announced special summer learning events (see details in ad on page 3.) Stewards and property owners Lloyd and Doris Anderson have developed the property and the Museum over the past 13 years with the help of volunteers and donors. They operate as a 501(c)(3) corporation under the legal business name, Mount St. Helens Cre-ation Information Center. The Museum spells out the geology of past ages through the “eyes” given the world by the eruptions of Mount St. Hel-ens, explained Doris Anderson. Poignant and artistically designed displays reveal how seven explosive events of the 1980s —which happened in minutes, hours, days or a few months — made way for useful canyons, riverbeds, new life and clues to the past in a short time. Although the Museum’s emphasis is MSH volcanism, Anderson said more than 200 book and DVD titles discuss how the interpretation of the age of the earth becomes important in all fields of science, including psychology, philoso-phy and religion. The 7Wonders Museum & Bookstore is open Mon-Sat, 9–6, and Sundays 12-6 during the tourist season, or by

appointment. Visit www.creationism.org/sthelens and click on “Newsletter #16” for directions and this season’s special events which include Northwest science experts discussing global warming, the Ice Age, dinosaurs, and the intricate inner workings of human cells.

LCC ART GALLERY TO FEATURE PAINTINGS BY LESLIE PETERSONPainter Leslie Peterson will exhibit her work June 27 through July 26 at the Art Gallery at Lower Columbia College. Peterson, a member of Gallery 114 in Portland, works mostly from photographs, using the photograph as inspiration for a distinct piece of art, rather than attempting to copy or emulate it.She writes: “My technique is based on pared-down simplicity. The images are simply and boldly drawn. I paint thinly, and I try to keep the drawing visible if possible. I work directly on wood panel. The colors are rich and yet subtle, based on a limited palette, working off of the color of the surface I work on.” Peterson characterizes her style as based on the American Regionalism, American Realism, and Modernist movements, with their sense of timelessness, and a tradition of depicting the human condition and civic life.For more information about Peter-son’s work visit lesliepetersonpaint-ing.com. The Art Gallery, located in LCC’s Rose Center for the Arts, 15th Avenue and Washington Way in Longview, is open this summer on Mondays, 10–4; Tuesdays, 1–4 and Wednesdays 10–6. More information about the gallery is at lowercolum-bia.edu/gallery.

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DIRECTORSJohn Anderson, Anderson & Anderson Advisory, LLCDavid Campbell, City of LongviewSarah Cave, PeaceHealthDiane Craft, Koelsch Senior CommunitiesJoel Hanson, KLOG/KUKN/TheWAVE Mike Julian, Kelso Theatre PubBianca Lemmons, Cowlitz County TitleJulie Rinard, Community Home Health & HospiceGeorge Raiter, Cowlitz County CommissionerDenny Richards, City of KelsoSpencer Partridge, PNE Construction & CCSTed Sprague, Cowlitz Economic Development CenterRick Winsman, Kelso Longview ChamberNeil Zick, Twin City Bank

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Membership cost is based upon number of employees and level of membership.

Gold Circle (Premium): Business name highlighted in directory, 50% off mailing label purchase, brochure insertion in relocation packets, special recognition plus Basic.

Basic: Direct marking through business mailing lists, referrals to visitors, potential new residents & businesses, listing in the annual Preferred Business Directory, monthly newsletter to keep you informed, networking opportunities, Advocacy through action committees, Candidate Forums and Action Alerts.(Call Chamber office for specific benefits)

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Costs for Membership:Number of Gold BasicEmployees Circle Membership 1-4 $356 $238 5-10 $394 $264 11-15 $442 $292 16-20 $485 $323

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RENOVATION UNDERWAY ON WASHINGTON WAY LANDMARK BUILDINGLocal businessmen Eric Pucci and Bob Davis have purchased 842 Washington Way with plans to completely renovate the commercial space. The building will become the new home of Newrock Homes, RE/MAX Premier Group, and Life Mortgage�Constructed in 1971, the building contains more than 7,000 square feet of space in a prime commercial location.“The first rule in real estate is location, location, location,” said new co-owner Eric Pucci in a press release. “We’ve needed more room to expand.” Pucci is the president of Newrock Homes and the broker/owner of RE/MAX Premier.The space is being completely gutted and will feature the latest technology and energy efficient construction, including a new heat-ing/cooling system and high-per-formance windows and insulation. Interior spaces will be improved with flexible conference spaces, raised ceilings in the private offices, and a modernized facade.

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MARK YOUR CALENDARSJuly 1 - 4Go Fourth FestivalJuly 4Chamber office ClosedJuly 11Member2Member Monthly Mailing DeadlineJuly 12Longview DowntownersJuly 14Ambassador CommitteeJuly 19Business After Hours – Acupuncture NorthwestJuly 25Government Affairs CommitteeAugust 6Squirrel FestGrand Prix CriteriumTerry/Taylor SaleAugust 24MEGA MIXEREvery WEDNESDAYYour Chamber ConnectionKEDO AM14003:00 – 4:00 p.m.FREE COUNSELING & GUIDANCE FOR SMALL BUSINESS (existing or being formed)Provided by S.C.O.R.E., an adjunct of the Small Business Administration.Counseling is by appointment only. Call 360.699.1079

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Jepson, 58, grew up in Medford, Oregon, earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Southern Oregon University and moved to Longview in 1981. He served as executive director

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