In this episode of Business LO, hosted by the Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce, we explore the Bend Chamber of Commerce Health Benefits Program offered to chamber members in Oregon. Executive Coach and Leadership Advocate Heather Graves Ramsey from Coach to Brilliance  discusses the program with Dennis Warneke, Senior VP at Risk Strategies Benefit Design Group, along with Chamber CEO Liz Hartman. They detail how small businesses can leverage group health insurance plans through Providence Health Plan and Delta Dental to provide valuable health benefits to employees. Additionally, the discussion covers specific eligibility criteria, plan benefits, and the importance of healthcare in employee retention. The episode also includes updates on local business events and available sponsorship opportunities.

The Oregon State Chamber of Commerce has provided group health insurance that is administered through the Bend Chamber, but available to all Chambers (and chamber members) in the state of Oregon. The group plan is through Providence Health Plan.

Lake Oswego local chamber member Dennis Warneke with Risk Strategies – Benefit Design Group – can help you navigate whether this program will work for you and your employees. Call Dennis at 503-699-1933 or 503-816-1313 for more information or email [email protected]. Offices are located at 7140 SW Fir Loop, Suite 130 (Portland/Tigard area).

The plan provider is Providence Health Plan.

Rates are based on your group’s demographics, the plan design selected, and the percentage of employer contribution. Some of the underwriting guidelines you’ll need to consider: 

Groups written shall be members in good standing with the Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce

Plans are available to groups of two or more with a minimum of 2 enrolled (family-only plans not available)

There must be at least 1 common law/payrolled employee enrolling

Employer must contribute a minimum of 50% of the employee’s premium

Employers may set eligibility between 17.5 and 40 hours per week

Risk Strategies Benefit Design Group – Dennis Warneke -  503-816-1313

Bend Chamber of Commerce - Chamber Health Insurance » Bend Chamber of Commerce

Oregon State Chamber of Commerce - Home - Oregon State Chamber of Commerce, OR

Providence Health Plan - Providence Health Plan | Health For All

OHSU Health Plan - Oregon Health Plan Members | OHSU

Thank you, Regence Blue Cross, sponsor of the 2025 LO Chamber Wellness Fair.

Ribbon Cuttings

Pickleball Kingdom – Saturday, September 6,  11 am, open house 11-3 pm,

The Farrell Group at RATE – Friday, September 12, 4 pm ribbon cutting / 4-6 pm reception – Julie Farrell

Visiting Angels – Tuesday, September 16, 4-6 pm reception, 4 pm ribbon cutting -  3 Centerpointe Drive

Saturday, October 4 – Lake Oswego Wine Walk –Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce | Downtown Lake Oswego Wine Walk

Wellness Fair, 2-5 pm – TITLE SPONSOR – Blue Cross Blue Shield, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield - Regence: The most trusted name in health insurance

February Community Awards event – sponsor now, call 503-636-3634 – Title Sponsor Columbia Bank - Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce | Community Recognition Awards

NEWSLETTER – comes out Tuesdays, 2 pm – Send your info to [email protected]

Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce Website

Visit us at 148 "B" Avenue Lake Oswego, OR 97034 

We offer a wide range of membership tiers and benefits, so browse through our options on our website and pick the one that’s right for your business or organization. 

Questions? Call 503-636-3634

For help with your own Podcast Show contact Michelle O’Dell, Modcast Productions  [email protected]

In this guest-branded bonus episode of Business LO, hosted by Michelle O’Dell and presented by the Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce, the focus is on aging gracefully with Dr. Peter Vila of Portland Face Doctor. Dr. Vila, a double-board-certified facial plastic surgeon, discusses the nuances and misconceptions surrounding facial plastic surgery and the importance of individualized care and recovery plans. He delves into the Pacific Northwest aesthetic, emphasizing natural and undetectable results, and offers insights into male plastic surgery, recovery timelines, and the comprehensive approach of his practice. Dr. Vila’s expertise is highlighted alongside his commitment to patient-centered care. Listeners are encouraged to visit his website to see before-and-after images and learn more about his services.

Dr. Peter Vila is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon and the CEO of Portland Face Doctor, a boutique facial aesthetics practice based in Portland. Known for his commitment to natural, undetectable results, Dr. Vila specializes in facial rejuvenation and rhinoplasty, helping patients look as good as they feel without looking “overdone.”

Dr. Vila completed his surgical training at renowned institutions including Washington University in St. Louis and Northwestern University in Chicago. Since bringing his expertise to the Portland area, he has earned a reputation for exceptional outcomes, clinical integrity, and a warm, patient-centered approach.

Whether in the operating room or performing nonsurgical treatments, Dr. Vila combines technical precision with an artist’s eye—serving working professionals, creatives, and community members who want to feel refreshed and confident at every stage of life. He is proud to lead a world-class team at Portland Face Doctor, where he, alongside a dedicated group of nurses and patient care coordinators, delivers outstanding care and beautiful, lasting results.

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Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce Website

Visit us at 148 "B" Avenue Lake Oswego, OR 97034 

We offer a wide range of membership tiers and benefits, so browse through our options on our website and pick the one that’s right for your business or organization. 

Questions? Call 503-636-3634

For help with your own Podcast Show contact Michelle O’Dell, Modcast Productions  [email protected]

Are you ready to take your career and work life to the next level? This episode will help you think it through. 

Leadership Lake Oswego has been helping leaders create the conditions for success since 1985, and the class of 2025 will be honing their leadership skills and fostering greater connection within the community.

Krystal Hanna from Lion’s Capital Mortgage is in the captain’s seat with the questions for Chamber members,Tony Buccola from OnPoint Community Credit Union, and Karin Edsell, NW Housing Alternatives, both from the Leadership Lake Oswego Class of 2024-25. And Chamber CEO Liz Hartman will give us the ever-important What You Need to Know in LO! 

Leadership Lake Oswego - Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce | Leadership Lake Oswego

Leadership LO Meet and Greet - Thursday, August 21, 5:30-7 pm at Directors Mortgage, click here to reserve:  Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce | Event Details

OnPoint Credit Union - Kruse Meadows Branch - OnPoint Community Credit Union

Northwest Housing Alternatives - Northwest Housing Alternatives

Artisserie Fine Bakery - Artisserie Fine Bakery | French Patisserie in Portland

Networking requests - send to [email protected] with three potential dates in 2026.  

Podcast sponsor = $250;  Solo program = $500       HOME | Modcast Productions

Chamber Sponsorship Opportunities: Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce | Sponsorship Opportunities

Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce Website

Visit us at 148 "B" Avenue Lake Oswego, OR 97034 

We offer a wide range of membership tiers and benefits, so browse through our options on our website and pick the one that’s right for your business or organization. 

Questions? Call 503-636-3634

For help with your own Podcast Show contact Michelle O’Dell, Modcast Productions  [email protected]

In this episode, we’re joined by Krista Espenship, MSN, FNP-C, and Vanessa Burnum, MS, from OnePeak Medical’s Lake Oswego clinic to discuss how functional medicine is reshaping care for individuals and families in Oregon. They explore common concerns like burnout, fatigue, hormone imbalance, and weight gain, and explain why traditional primary care often misses the mark.

You’ll learn how root-cause healing, a core principle of functional medicine, helps patients achieve long-term wellness and regain energy, clarity, and confidence. Krista and Vanessa also introduce their new peer-based group classes, launching August 1, designed to support sustainable health improvements through education, community, and personalized care.

Whether you're struggling with chronic fatigue, weight challenges, or midlife health changes, this episode offers practical insights into a smarter, whole-body approach to healthcare.

Connect with OnePeak Medical: 

Website: www.OnePeakMedical.com
Socials: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube

18 locations across Oregon, including Lake Oswego

Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce Website

Visit us at 148 "B" Avenue Lake Oswego, OR 97034 

We offer a wide range of membership tiers and benefits, so browse through our options on our website and pick the one that’s right for your business or organization. 

Questions? Call 503-636-3634

For help with your own Podcast Show contact Michelle O’Dell, Modcast Productions  [email protected]

Michelle O’Dell sits down with Brianne Whitney, the first Chamber Member to be a guest on Business LO twice; she was on Episode 2 with Five Simple but Powerful Strategies for Employers to Elevate Employee Wellness. 

Maxem Health Urgent Care is a one-stop place for you and your whole family to get immediate help with urgent care, basic care, some specialized care, and even school athletic physicals at the great price of $20 in July! Plus, they specialize in Medical Weight Loss services, and Brianne shares the latest symptoms of COVID and what to look for.   

In this bonus episode, Maxem Health Urgent Care should be called Maxem Wellness Spa because they have WELLNESS TOOLS that go way beyond urgent care.  In the immortal words of Tom and Donna of Parks and Rec: Treat yo self! Especially the ladies! 

IV Hydration Services:

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Enhances athletic performance, burns fat

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Designed to help your immune

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Contains essential electrolytes

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and aids in removing toxins from

the body. Perfect hangover cure!

Plus ADD-ONS 

B12, Vitamin D, Lipo +, MICC, Toradol, NAD + (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide), Glutathione and Zofran  

Telehealth Services are available too! 

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Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce Website

Visit us at 148 "B" Avenue Lake Oswego, OR 97034 

We offer a wide range of membership tiers and benefits, so browse through our options on our website and pick the one that’s right for your business or organization. 

Questions? Call 503-636-3634

For help with your own Podcast Show contact Michelle O’Dell, Modcast Productions  [email protected]

It is our latest guest-branded episode of Business LO, with host Michelle O'Dell, along with the esteemed Attorney Anastasia Yu Meisner, as she delves into the critical topic of estate planning, specifically focusing on debunking five prevalent myths that often lead to misunderstandings and overlooked preparations. These myths include: "If I pass without a will, the government gets everything," "A Will avoids probate," "I'm not rich, I don't need to think about estate tax," "Estate Planning is for the wealthy," and "I made my estate plan, I don't need to think about it again." This concise yet comprehensive discussion aims to provide clarity and empower listeners with accurate information.

In addition, this conversation showcases Anastasia's profound dedication to her clients and her unwavering commitment to guiding them through the complexities of securing their financial affairs. Her expertise shines through as she helps demystify a subject many find daunting.

Please note that this conversation is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

Anastasia Yu Meisner is an attorney in Lake Oswego with over 25 years of experience. She provides exceptional legal counsel and advice, specializing in estate planning, administration, and mediation. In her spare time, she serves as a pro tem judge for the Washington County Circuit Court. She is a board member of the Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce, the Oregon Minority Lawyers Association, the OPB Planned Giving Advisory Committee, and the Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation. She also co-authored the only book on estate planning in Oregon with her colleague Valerie Sasaki. She has been recognized as an Estate Planning Super Lawyer, a distinction received by fewer than a dozen Oregon estate planners annually.

Find all Anastasia Yu Meisner’s information on her website, AY Meisner

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Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce Website

Visit us at 148 "B" Avenue Lake Oswego, OR 97034 

We offer a wide range of membership tiers and benefits, so browse through our options on our website and pick the one that’s right for your business or organization. 

Questions? Call 503-636-3634

For help with your own Podcast Show contact Michelle O’Dell, Modcast Productions  [email protected]

This episode of Business LO is all about beautifying our fair city! We appreciate it so much that our podcast cover art highlights our love of the signature flower baskets all over town.

You may be wondering who and what is behind all this. We are excited to feature Jonn Karsseboom, owner of The Garden Corner in Tualatin, also known as the "Garden Rebel." As he says on his LinkedIn profile, "Under the guise of 'work' I play the entire day long outside...creating all kinds of hanging baskets for every season and every occasion."

We also have Beth Oliphant Hoover, Executive Director at The Oliphant Hoover Community Charity, who will discuss the story of our beautiful, bodacious baskets around Lake Oswego. Heather Graves Ramsey, owner of Coach to Brilliance, leads the conversation and specializes in Executive Coaching & Leadership Development. Of course, local celeb and Chamber CEO Liz Hartman will share the insider info we all need with "What You Need to Know in LO!" Michelle O’Dell is your host, and we welcome you to another episode of Business LO!

Jonn Karsseboom, The Garden Corner - The Garden Corner

Beth Hoover, The Oliphant - The Oliphant Hoover Community Charity

Contributions to the Flower Baskets program can be made here: The Lake Oswego Chamber Foundation - Lake Oswego Chamber Foundation | Home

Lake Oswego Fourth of July - Star Spangled Celebrations 2025 | City of Lake Oswego

New Store - Let's Celebrate - formerly Lucky Me on First 

Third Thursday - Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce | Third Thursday

Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce Website

Visit us at 148 "B" Avenue Lake Oswego, OR 97034 

We offer a wide range of membership tiers and benefits, so browse through our options on our website and pick the one that’s right for your business or organization. 

Questions? Call 503-636-3634

For help with your own Podcast Show contact Michelle O’Dell, Modcast Productions  [email protected]

How do you stay in business for decades? This episode we talk about how Jamie Anderson purchased Travel & Cruise Desk in 2019 from his mother-in-law, Sandy Hanna. He is a third-generation owner of a company that is celebrating its 60th year. He is interviewed by Heather Graves-Ramsey, owner of Coach to Brilliance, about how a business achieves longevity. Heather specializes in Executive Coaching & Leadership Development. Michelle O'Dell hosts and of course Chamber CEO Liz Hartman will share all the insider information we all need with What You Need to Know in LO! 

Travel and Cruise Desk:  Travel & Cruise Desk | Travel Agency | Lake Oswego, OR

• Business Succession Planning: Building a Roadmap for Success - Kruse Way Economic Forum Spring 2025 - YouTube (April, 2025)

Grocery Outlet Bargain Market, Tamara David and Liz Tafel - Circulars - Grocery Outlet (Podcast: Episode 11: Better Together-A Conversation with Community Award Winners - https://business-lo.simplecast.com/episodes/building-better-together-a-conversation-with-community-award-winners

Lake Oswego Review - https://lakeoswegoreview.com/

• LO Monthly

Rotary Club of Lake Oswego - https://www.lakeoswegorotary.org/

• Rotary Lobster Feed – Purchase Tickets/ donate items  - Home

Rose Festival - Portland Rose Festival

Tigard Balloon Festival – Festival Of Balloons( Multi-Chamber networking Friday, June 20, 7:30 am)

Lakewood Festival of the Arts - Lakewood Center Presents: The 62nd Lake Oswego Festival of the Arts! June 20-22, 2025. – Lakewood Center for the Arts

Millennium Concert Band - Performance Schedule – Lake Oswego Millennium Concert Band

July Fourth Lions Club Pancake Breakfast

Fourth of July Parade – walk with the Chamber of Commerce, Chamber Foundation, Leadership Lake Oswego Star Spangled Celebrations 2025 | City of Lake Oswego

Lake Oswego High School Graduation – June 6

Lakeridge High School Graduation – June 5

Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce Website

Visit us at 148 "B" Avenue Lake Oswego, OR 97034 

We offer a wide range of membership tiers and benefits, so browse through our options on our website and pick the one that’s right for your business or organization. 

Questions? Call 503-636-3634

For help with your own Podcast Show contact Michelle O’Dell, Modcast Productions  [email protected]

Our episode this month focuses on local media, and we've secured the most obvious guest. We’ll be speaking with Brian Monihan, Vice President & Group Publisher of Carpenter Media Group. Brian is a fellow Chamber member as well as a recipient of the Bill Korach Leadership Award, making him the perfect person to discuss this topic.

Guiding the conversation and asking the questions we're all wondering about is Heather Graves Ramsey, owner of Coach to Brilliance! Heather's expertise lies in Executive Coaching & Leadership Development. And of course, our very own Chamber CEO, Liz Hartman, will be sharing the essential insider information in her segment, What You Need TO Know in LO!

For more information on advertising or submitting articles to the Lake Oswego Review (lakeoswegoreview.com)

[email protected] – Vice President and Group Publisher, Carpenter Media

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Lions Club Pancake Breakfast - Lake Oswego Lions Club pancake breakfast fundraiser returns July 4 | News | lakeoswegoreview.com

Dan Brown, Farmer’s Insurance - Daniel Brown - Farmers Insurance Agent in Lake Oswego, OR

Third Thursday - Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce | Third Thursday

R. Blooms - Lake Oswego Florist | Flower Delivery by R Bloom's of Lake Oswego

Mapel Boutique - Chic Women’s Clothing & Accessories – Mapel Boutique

Mad Sass Soap - Natural, Clean, Handcrafted Bath, Body, & Skincare for Sensitive Skin

Grapevine - Grapevine Fashion | Women's Fashion | Lake Oswego

City Home - City Home | Portland, Oregon | Furniture and Home Decor

Adorn - Shop Adorn | Women's Clothing Boutique Portland

Arts Council of Lake Oswego

Wizer’s Fine Wines

Pet Evolution ribbon cutting May 2 – 5 pm - Pet Evolution: Lake Oswego, OR's Premier Pet Store

New Mom School – Open House Saturday, May 10, Ribbon Cutting Tuesday, May 27, 3 pm  Lake Oswego, OR | New Mom School | Newborn & Infant Classes

Transportation survey – how will it affect your business or your employees

Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce Website

Visit us at 148 "B" Avenue Lake Oswego, OR 97034 

We offer a wide range of membership tiers and benefits, so browse through our options on our website and pick the one that’s right for your business or organization. 

Questions? Call 503-636-3634

For help with your own Podcast Show contact Michelle O’Dell, Modcast Productions  [email protected]

Welcome to Wealth Redefined, where we explore strategies, stories, and services that empower you to live a life of significance. This episode is spotlighting a firm that’s redefining wealth management for families and entrepreneurs—Oswego Wealth Management.

David Riback, Managing Partner and one of the key architects behind Oswego Wealth Management’s Virtual Family Office experience. Dave is a trusted Wealth Manager who serves as a Personal CFO to business-owning families across the country. With over three decades of experience, David specializes in coordinating generational wealth strategies that align business succession with personal legacy and family values. His work is grounded in faith, driven by service, and focused on helping families build lives of lasting significance.

David Riback is an active community member with the Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce, Arts Council and Lake Oswego Rotary. He is joined by Alex Torrescano, client services director.  

Email Dave: [email protected] or call 503-603-0872. 

Securities are offered through LPL Financial. Member FINRA/SIPC. Oswego Wealth Management, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor, offers investment advice. Oswego Wealth Management, Inc. and LPL Financial are separate entities.

https://oswegowealth.com

Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce Website

Visit us at 148 "B" Avenue Lake Oswego, OR 97034 

We offer a wide range of membership tiers and benefits, so browse through our options on our website and pick the one that’s right for your business or organization. 

Questions? Call 503-636-3634

For help with your own Podcast Show contact Michelle O’Dell, Modcast Productions  [email protected]