Mike Hollern

Brian Ladd sits down with Mike Hollern. After helping to found Brooks Resources Corporation in the late 60s, Mike has had a large influence on the region over the last 50+ years. Mike guided Brooks Resources through the fat and thin years of the real estate industry, creating such memorable communities as Black Butte Ranch, North Rim, Awbrey Butte and NorthWest Crossing.

Brian Ladd sits down with Mike Hollern. After helping to found Brooks Resources Corporation in the late 60s, Mike has had a large influence on the region over the last 50+ years. Mike guided Brooks Resources through the fat and thin years of the real estate industry, creating such memorable communities as <a href="http://www.blackbutteranch.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Black Butte Ranch</a>, <a href="http://northrimbend.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">North Rim</a>, <a href="https://brooksresources.com/community/awbrey-butte/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Awbrey Butte</a> and <a href="http://northwestcrossing.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">NorthWest Crossing</a>.

Episode 10: Introducing Mike Hollern

Learn more about Humm, their story, and how their success as a local business in Bend, Oregon relied heavily on the support of the local community. We were blown away by the refreshing perspective and philosophy Eric and Michelle shared with us about facing challenges of a growing town, what it means to be a true citizen in a community, and how each of us can contribute in our own way. Watch the video interview at BendBeat.com

<a href="https://hummkombucha.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Learn more about Humm</a>, their story, and how their success as a local business in Bend, Oregon relied heavily on the support of the local community. We were blown away by the refreshing perspective and philosophy Eric and Michelle shared with us about facing challenges of a growing town, what it means to be a true citizen in a community, and how each of us can contribute in our own way. Watch the video interview at <a href="http://BendBeat.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BendBeat.com</a>

Episode 9: Introducing Humm

Bill Smith

Brian Ladd sits down with Bill Smith, arguably one of Bend’s greatest visionaries, responsible for reimagining Bend and taking it from a tired mill town to a thriving, desirable destination. Cementing himself in our community’s history, Bill Smith along with his wife, Trish, have had an undeniable impact on Central Oregon. “While the Old Mill District is Smith’s signature piece, and widely credited as integral to Bend’s rebirth, his prior work with Brooks Resources helped shape Central Oregon’s evolution from timber outpost to outdoor mecca. From Black Butte Ranch, Sisters and La Pine to major developments in Bend, such as Awbrey Butte and Mount Bachelor Village, Smith oversaw work that helped transform Brooks-Scanlon from a mill operator to a purveyor of destination lifestyles—work that helped rebrand and redefine the region in the process. He launched William Smith Properties in 1985, extending his holdings to vast ranches in Eastern Oregon. His wife and co-owner of the firm, Patricia “Trish” Smith, has taken the lead on their significant civic and philanthropic work, supporting arts and culture, education, and healthcare in Bend and throughout the state.”  Courtesy of Bend Magazine Thank you to Monkless Belgian Ales for providing the location for this interview.

Brian Ladd sits down with Bill Smith, arguably one of Bend’s greatest visionaries, responsible for reimagining Bend and taking it from a tired mill town to a thriving, desirable destination. Cementing himself in our community’s history, Bill Smith along with his wife, Trish, have had an undeniable impact on Central Oregon. “While the Old Mill District is Smith’s signature piece, and widely credited as integral to Bend’s rebirth, his prior work with Brooks Resources helped shape Central Oregon’s evolution from timber outpost to outdoor mecca. From Black Butte Ranch, Sisters and La Pine to major developments in Bend, such as Awbrey Butte and Mount Bachelor Village, Smith oversaw work that helped transform Brooks-Scanlon from a mill operator to a purveyor of destination lifestyles—work that helped rebrand and redefine the region in the process. He launched William Smith Properties in 1985, extending his holdings to vast ranches in Eastern Oregon. His wife and co-owner of the firm, Patricia “Trish” Smith, has taken the lead on their significant civic and philanthropic work, supporting arts and culture, education, and healthcare in Bend and throughout the state.” <a href="https://bendmagazine.com/old-mill-district-developer-bend-bill-smith/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Courtesy of Bend Magazine</a> Thank you to <a href="https://www.monkless.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Monkless Belgian Ales</a> for providing the location for this interview.

Episode 8: Introducing Bill Smith

Bob Woodward

+ Bend Oregon’s mayor from 1997 to 1999 + Mountain biking Hall of Famer + Prolific journalist + COTA Co-founder + Medalist at Mountain Biking World Championships + Photographer and Jazz enthusiast Bob Woodward first visited Bend in 1976 and moved to the sleepy town of 12,500 for the outdoor lifestyle it provided. He never would have imagined Bend to grow into what it is today.  Bob’s list of accomplishments, community involvement and hobbies are documented along the walls of his home museum, where Brian Ladd was honored to learn more about Bob’s story. Brian brings to light the impact Bob’s life has had on Bend’s community and the outdoor lifestyle we have all come to love and enjoy. A conversation that will leave you reminiscing about Central Oregon’s “good old days,” and ignite a genuine appreciation for Bend’s history and the ones who fell in love with it first.

+ Bend Oregon’s mayor from 1997 to 1999 + Mountain biking Hall of Famer + Prolific journalist + COTA Co-founder + Medalist at Mountain Biking World Championships + Photographer and Jazz enthusiast Bob Woodward first visited Bend in 1976 and moved to the sleepy town of 12,500 for the outdoor lifestyle it provided. He never would have imagined Bend to grow into what it is today.  Bob’s list of accomplishments, community involvement and hobbies are documented along the walls of his home museum, where Brian Ladd was honored to learn more about Bob’s story. Brian brings to light the impact Bob’s life has had on Bend’s community and the outdoor lifestyle we have all come to love and enjoy. A conversation that will leave you reminiscing about Central Oregon’s “good old days,” and ignite a genuine appreciation for Bend’s history and the ones who fell in love with it first.

Episode 7: Introducing Bob Woodward

Amy Tykeson

Amy Tykeson is the former CEO of BendBroadband, where she guided the company into a new era of digital technology and community partnerships. Tykeson is currently the managing trustee of the Tykeson Family Foundation, supporting education and healthcare in Oregon. She has served on numerous boards for nonprofits, startups and higher education initiatives in Central Oregon. Among other recognitions, Tykeson was inducted into the Cable Hall of Fame in 2013 and was awarded “Person of the Year” by the Bend Chamber of Commerce in 2018. Read more about Amy.

Amy Tykeson is the former CEO of BendBroadband, where she guided the company into a new era of digital technology and community partnerships. Tykeson is currently the managing trustee of the Tykeson Family Foundation, supporting education and healthcare in Oregon. She has served on numerous boards for nonprofits, startups and higher education initiatives in Central Oregon. Among other recognitions, Tykeson was inducted into the Cable Hall of Fame in 2013 and was awarded “Person of the Year” by the Bend Chamber of Commerce in 2018. <a href="https://bendmagazine.com/amy-tykeson-bendbroadband-tykeson-family-foundation/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Read more about Amy.</a>

Episode 6: Introducing Amy Tykeson

Heidi Wright

Check us out on YouTube! Heidi Wright was Chief Financial Officer of The Bend Bulletin’s parent company, Western Communications, from 2014 to 2017, before she departed for Salem-based EO Media, a family-owned publishing company. She worked as publisher in Butte, Montana, for Lee Enterprises and was president of Klamath Publishing and publisher of The Herald and News in Klamath Falls from 2004 to 2014. Heidi is now the publisher for the Bulletin and the COO for EO Media.

<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7caCof3oRc9KT0x6HFr3wA/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Check us out on YouTube!</a> Heidi Wright was Chief Financial Officer of The Bend Bulletin’s parent company, Western Communications, from 2014 to 2017, before she departed for Salem-based EO Media, a family-owned publishing company. She worked as publisher in Butte, Montana, for Lee Enterprises and was president of Klamath Publishing and publisher of The Herald and News in Klamath Falls from 2004 to 2014. Heidi is now the publisher for the Bulletin and the COO for EO Media.

Episode 5: Introducing Heidi Wright

Kirk Schueler

Kirk Schueler is an institution here in Bend who has moved the needle on its growth and helped shape its neighborhoods and communities. He is the CEO of Brooks Resources, the leading land and community developer in Bend, Member of the board of trustees for the Oregon State University, and the Chief Administration Officer for St. Charles Health Center.

Kirk Schueler is an institution here in Bend who has moved the needle on its growth and helped shape its neighborhoods and communities. He is the CEO of Brooks Resources, the leading land and community developer in Bend, Member of the board of trustees for the Oregon State University, and the Chief Administration Officer for St. Charles Health Center.

Episode 4: Introducing Kirk Schueler

Roger Lee

Roger Lee is the CEO of the Economic Development Council of Central Oregon (EDCO), which has been responsible for economic strategy for the area, recruitment of businesses, and the expansion of commercial air services and commercial parks. Jim Schell, a prominent community builder for Bend, rightfully called Roger “the architect for the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Bend.” Roger is considered by many to be the king pin of the Bend entrepreneurial world and the shining example of private and public collaboration at its best.

Roger Lee is the CEO of the Economic Development Council of Central Oregon (EDCO), which has been responsible for economic strategy for the area, recruitment of businesses, and the expansion of commercial air services and commercial parks. Jim Schell, a prominent community builder for Bend, rightfully called Roger “the architect for the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Bend.” Roger is considered by many to be the king pin of the Bend entrepreneurial world and the shining example of private and public collaboration at its best.

Episode 3: Roger Lee

Marinus Koning

Marinus Koning | Founder, ReachAnother Foundation

Marinus Koning | Founder, ReachAnother Foundation

Episode 2: Marinus Koning

Jim Schell

Jim Schell | Board Chair at Opportunity Knocks

Jim Schell | Board Chair at Opportunity Knocks

Episode 1: Jim Schell

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