Leadership
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As Portland’s premier professional networking organization, it takes the efforts of many to make the magic happen. The Oregon Executives Association is led by an elected Board of Directors, supported by the organization’s Executive Director. Activities are governed by the Bylaws of the Association.
These are the people who work to keep our organization running smoothly to provide a wide variety of valuable opportunities for all members to connect and support each other in a meaningful way.
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Executive Committee
Jocelyn Jester
Executive Administrator
Oregon Executives Association
Brad Hansen
President
Academy Mortgage Corporation
Tom Boehme
Past President & Chair of the Board
Tom Boehme Photography
Michelle Fritts
Vice President & Special Events Committee Chair
Stoller Wine Group
Jack Jagla
2nd Vice President
Morgan Stanley
OEA has several standing committees designed to support and grow the membership by providing enhanced benefits and opportunities for member engagement.
Board Members
Beth Erlendson
Membership Committee Chair
Fab Brands
Royle Johnson
Marketing & Publicity Committee Chair
Royle Media
Stacey Reid
Business Reports & Attendance Chair
Bank of the Pacific
Amanda Pharis
Programs Committee Chair
Custom Boxes
Eric McCauley
2nd Thursday Committee Chair
Strive Workplace Solutions
Dave Noel
Orientation Committee Chair
S2 Imaging
Jim Hillas
Past President, Executive Development and Long-Range Planning Committee Chair
James M. Hillas, PC
Royle Johnson
Marketing & Publicity Committee Chair
Royle Media
Kelly Griffin
2nd Thursday Committee Chair
Kelly Griffin Creative Production
Jack Jagla
Orientation Committee Chair
Morgan Stanley
Beth Erlendson
Membership Committee Chair
Fab Brands
Eric McCauley
Business Reports & Attendance Committee Chair
Strive Workplace Solutions
Ray Hanson
Past President, Executive Development and Long-Range Planning Committee Chair
Pragma Group
COMMITTEES
The activities of the Oregon Executives Association are planned and carried out by our committees. Members are encouraged to join one or more committees. It’s a great way to get to know other members and have fun while giving back to the organization!
Special Events Committee
The Special Events Committee plans the annual OEA Auction, which is our primary annual fundraiser, supports our 2nd Thursday event and works with the Membership committee to plan new member events. A fun committee always looking for new ideas!
Member Relations
Member Relations focuses on business relationships between members. If any member has a business concern about another member; is unable to settle disputes; or has concerns about their membership: this committee will help mediate a resolute acceptable to all members.
Long-Range Planning Committee
The Long-Range Planning Committee focuses on methods to grow and improve OEA beyond its current schedule of program.
Programs Committee
This committee schedules speakers and plans the programs for our weekly meetings. A member business is usually highlighted, but we occasionally schedule guest speakers who are approved by the OEA Board of Directors.
2nd Thursday Event Committee
On the second Thursday of each month, an OEA member hosts an open house at their place of business. This popular event affords the membership an opportunity to meet and socialize in an environment away from our regularly scheduled lunch meetings. It also allows the host business an opportunity to showcase their workspace and personnel.
Publicity/Marketing Committee
The Publicity and Marketing Committee reaches out beyond the OEA with media relationships, print and media advertising, and collaborative events with other non-profit organizations.
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee promotes membership growth through new member events and membership contests and encourages OEA members to invite luncheon guests in open business categories. They also meet with all applicants to help inform the new applicant of the processes of the organization.
Orientation Committee
The Orientation Committee meets with all new members and manages the mentorship program. The committee reviews all policies, procedures, and history of OEA with new members.
Attendance & Business Reports Committee
Attendance at meetings is vital for all members to maximize the benefits derived from being an OEA member, so the Attendance & Business Reports Committee works with members who are not diligent with their attendance, reminding them that a minimum attendance of 50% of the meetings is required. This committee is also responsible for overseeing the reporting form that is used by the membership to record the weekly leads and transactions that take place amongst the membership.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee reviews the Association monthly financial statements, the quarterly financial reports, and prepares the budget with the Executive Director.