Central Oregon

Travel Oregon Awards $3.6 Million in Grants to Fund Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Projects Across the State

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Friday, November 17, 2023
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PORTLAND, Ore., Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Oregon Tourism Commission, dba Travel Oregon, is pleased to announce that $3.6 million has been awarded to 56 recipients through the agency's 2023 Competitive Grants Program. This impactful grant cycle reflects the agency's ongoing commitment to equity and to enhancing local economies, creating jobs and strengthening communities across the state by investing in the creation and promotion of remarkable visitor experiences.

Key Points: 
  • PORTLAND, Ore., Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Oregon Tourism Commission, dba Travel Oregon, is pleased to announce that $3.6 million has been awarded to 56 recipients through the agency's 2023 Competitive Grants Program.
  • "To say I'm inspired by the potential of this year's grant awards would be an understatement," said Todd Davidson, CEO of Travel Oregon.
  • Awardees must demonstrate direct work in support of improving the economic impacts of Oregon's travel and tourism industry.
  • As such, eligible projects must clearly show alignment to tourism infrastructure that is accessible/inclusive or accessible/inclusive tourism promotion.

Aperion Management Group Celebrates 15 Years of Excellence in HOA Management and Expands Its Reach Across Oregon

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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BEND, Ore., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Aperion Management Group, a leading provider of Homeowners Association (HOA) management services in Central Oregon, is proud to announce its 15-year anniversary and an exciting period of expansion. With a strong commitment to HOA management, company culture, and community involvement, Aperion Management Group has embarked on a journey to serve the entire state of Oregon and further strengthen their connection to the communities they work with.

Key Points: 
  • BEND, Ore., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Aperion Management Group, a leading provider of Homeowners Association (HOA) management services in Central Oregon, is proud to announce its 15-year anniversary and an exciting period of expansion.
  • Aperion Management Group's 15th anniversary, along with their expansion, staff growth, and community involvement initiatives, reflects their unwavering commitment to providing exceptional HOA management services.
  • Since its inception in 2008, Aperion Management Group has been dedicated to providing top-tier HOA management services in Central Oregon.
  • "Aperion Management Group is thrilled to mark 15 years in HOA management and community building.

Finnegan the Dragon receives top Early Stage prize at Bend Venture Conference

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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HILLSBORO, Ore., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Finnegan the Dragon, a Hillsboro, Oregon-based startup that has created a breakthrough blended learning system for preschoolers, received the top prize of $40,000 for Early Stage companies at the 2023 Bend Venture Conference held October 19-20, 2023. The sum of $25,000 was provided by the Portland Seed Fund IV, with an additional $15,000 added by private investors Peter and Pam Horan of HMTA LLC.

Key Points: 
  • HILLSBORO, Ore., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Finnegan the Dragon , a Hillsboro, Oregon-based startup that has created a breakthrough blended learning system for preschoolers, received the top prize of $40,000 for Early Stage companies at the 2023 Bend Venture Conference held October 19-20, 2023.
  • "The momentum these investments have created will help us address the critical issue of declining language development rates for pre-K learners," said Emily Cadiz, founder and managing principal of Finnegan the Dragon.
  • Founded in 2021 by Emily Cadiz, Finnegan the Dragon addresses speech and language delays rooted in passive screen time.
  • Early Stage applicants were concurrently evaluated by investors at Portland Seed Fund, who have led the BVC Early Stage investment category since 2018.

Adventure Medics Selects Air Methods Ascend to Provide Advanced In-Person & Online Training for their Paramedics and EMTs

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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BEND, OR, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, announced today that Adventure Medics has selected Air Methods Ascend’s critical care in-person and online education programs to provide additional advanced training for their paramedics and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) across their various locations.

Key Points: 
  • BEND, OR, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, announced today that Adventure Medics has selected Air Methods Ascend’s critical care in-person and online education programs to provide additional advanced training for their paramedics and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) across their various locations.
  • Over the years, that drive for clinical excellence propelled Adventure Medics forward in many different directions.
  • In preparation for this service, Adventure Medics is delighted to partner with Air Method’s Ascend to ensure all of their medical providers are receiving the highest quality of training.
  • “Air Methods is thrilled to partner with Adventure Medics to provide their team with our in-person trainings and online programs,” said Dr. Stephanie Queen, Air Methods Senior Vice President of Clinical Services.

Anchored Tiny Homes Ends Q3 with 16 New Territories and 100% Corporate Revenue Increase

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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FAIR OAKS, Calif., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With 13 operating territories across the country, Anchored Tiny Homes, the emerging accessory dwelling unit (ADU) builder, is exploding through franchising. Founded and built by the Paulhus family, who identified persistent demand for housing amidst a housing crisis, the brand launched franchise offerings in 2020 and quickly exploded, achieving incredible growth in addition to its already-successful corporate locations. Now, as the team looks toward the remainder of 2023, it is rounding out the third quarter with 16 new territories awarded, eight new franchisees joining the system and five new territories opened.

Key Points: 
  • FAIR OAKS, Calif., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With 13 operating territories across the country, Anchored Tiny Homes, the emerging accessory dwelling unit (ADU) builder, is exploding through franchising.
  • Given the family history and prior conversations with the new Anchored Tiny Homes franchisees, Paulhus looks forward to partnering with the pair to grow across Florida.
  • In addition to new territories awarded, the third quarter also saw five new Anchored Tiny Homes territories launched in Salt Lake City, Utah; Austin, Texas; Central Oregon; and Boise, Idaho.
  • Much of this growth can be attributed to the attractive returns the Anchored Tiny Homes model offers.

Viva Las Vegas! Central Oregon Hits the Jackpot with Start of Avelo Airlines' Nonstop Flights to Vegas

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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REDMOND, Ore. and BEND, Ore., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Avelo Airlines takes off for Las Vegas with exclusive nonstop service from Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM). Las Vegas is Avelo's fourth route from RDM, joining three popular California destinations: Los Angeles, Palm Springs and Sonoma / Santa Rosa.

Key Points: 
  • Avelo has sold all 149 seats abord today's inaugural flight from RDM to Las Vegas' Harry Reid International Airport (LAS).
  • Avelo Airlines Chairman and CEO Andrew Levy said, "We are excited to add a fourth exclusive nonstop route for our Central Oregon Customers: Las Vegas!
  • Vegas has something for everyone and Avelo's affordability, convenience and reliability hits the jackpot for getting to this popular destination."
  • RDM Airport Director Zachary Bass said, "The RDM Airport is thrilled to offer the nonstop Las Vegas route to our Central Oregon communities.

The Oregon Community College Association Selects YuJa Panorama for Digital Accessibility Platform to Serve 17 Colleges Throughout the State

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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The Oregon Community College Association (OCCA), which represents the state’s 17 publicly chartered community colleges and their locally elected board members, has selected the YuJa Panorama Digital Accessibility Platform to increase the accessibility of digital media and course content across all 17 institutions that serve nearly 350,000 students.

Key Points: 
  • The Oregon Community College Association (OCCA), which represents the state’s 17 publicly chartered community colleges and their locally elected board members, has selected the YuJa Panorama Digital Accessibility Platform to increase the accessibility of digital media and course content across all 17 institutions that serve nearly 350,000 students.
  • The Association was seeking a replacement accessibility solution that provides comprehensive reporting, keyboard accessibility, alternative formats, and file remediation, and that provides innovation in higher education accessibility.
  • “YuJa helps us work toward achieving our mission, and we’re excited to implement it across our institutions.”
    Oregon’s community colleges to implement YuJa Panorama include: Blue Mountain Community College, Central Oregon Community College, Chemeketa Community College, Clackamas Community College, Clatsop Community College, Columbia Gorge Community College, Klamath Community College, Lane Community College, Linn-Benton Community College, Mt.
  • Hood Community College, Oregon Coast Community College, Portland Community College, Rogue Community College, Southwestern Oregon Community College, Tillamook Bay Community College, Treasure Valley Community College, and Umpqua Community College.

Empowering Oregon's Future Leaders: A New Class of Diversity in Leadership Scholarship Awardees

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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SALEM, Ore., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Oregon College Saving Plan (OCSP) today announced the recipients of the 2023 Diversity in Leadership Scholarship. The scholarship, now in its third year, is awarded annually to underrepresented and diverse Oregon high school graduates pursuing higher education in the state. This year's awards were presented to two outstanding individuals who have shown exceptional promise and dedication to their academic pursuits.

Key Points: 
  • SALEM, Ore., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Oregon College Saving Plan (OCSP) today announced the recipients of the 2023 Diversity in Leadership Scholarship .
  • The scholarship, now in its third year, is awarded annually to underrepresented and diverse Oregon high school graduates pursuing higher education in the state.
  • This year's awards were presented to two outstanding individuals who have shown exceptional promise and dedication to their academic pursuits.
  • "Fostering a diverse and equitable environment where students like Dex and Ashley can thrive is at the heart of Treasury's Diversity and Leadership Scholarship.

Summit Bank Achieves Top Position as Number One Small Business Administration (SBA) 7(a) Lender in Oregon

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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The United States Small Business Association data is in and Summit Bank has achieved the number one position in the State of Oregon as the Small Business Administration (SBA) top lender for production.

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  • The United States Small Business Association data is in and Summit Bank has achieved the number one position in the State of Oregon as the Small Business Administration (SBA) top lender for production.
  • This significant milestone underscores Summit Bank's dedication to supporting local small businesses throughout the State while fostering economic growth within Oregon communities.
  • With offices in Eugene, Central Oregon, and downtown Portland, Summit Bank specializes in high-touch personal banking and local decision-making.
  • In 2021, Summit Bank was named the Top Small Business Administration (SBA) Community Bank Lender in the State of Oregon, and in 2022, has been named to Oregon Business Magazine’s Top 100 Best Places to Work.

Summit Bank Group Reports 2023 2nd Quarter Earnings

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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Summit Bank Group (OTC Pink: SBKO):

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  • Summit Bank Group (OTC Pink: SBKO):
    Q2 2023 Net Income - $2.48 million or $0.32 per fully diluted share.
  • Net interest income for the second quarter of 2023 increased by $294 thousand over the first quarter of 2023, an increase of 2.7 percent or 3.8 cents per fully diluted share.
  • Additionally, the Bank maintains secured borrowing commitments from the Federal Home Loan Bank and the Federal Reserve Bank with total available borrowing capacity as of June 30th 2023 of $177 million.
  • Summit Bank Group Inc., through its wholly owned subsidiary Summit Bank, maintains offices in Eugene, Central Oregon and Portland and specializes in providing high-level service to professionals and medium-sized businesses and their owners.