Episodios

  • The Art of Aging Gracefully - Dr. Vila and Portland Face Doctor
    Aug 12 2025

    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 michelle@modcastproductions.com

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  • Leadership Lake Oswego: Knowledge Informs, Relationships Transform
    Aug 1 2025

    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 liz@lake-Oswego.com 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 michelle@modcastproductions.com

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  • Functional Medicine in Lake Oswego: Reshaping Primary Care with OnePeak Medical
    Jul 23 2025

    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 michelle@modcastproductions.com

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    19 m
  • Tools for Wellness- IV Hydration and Wellness Shots from Maxem Health Urgent Care
    Jul 10 2025

    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:

    GET UP AND GO

    Designed to help kickstart your

    metabolism and feel more energized.

    Enhances athletic performance, burns fat

    more quickly, and improves metabolism

    ALLEVIATE

    Designed to help relieve

    Symptoms of premenstrual

    syndrome (PMS) including

    abdominal discomfort,

    bloating, irritability, lower

    back pain, headaches, and

    migraine pain

    IMMUNITY

    Designed to help your immune

    system, prevent illnesses, and make you feel better faster

    after getting sick. Zinc is used

    to help reduce the duration of

    illnesses, prevent infection and

    speed up the body’s healing

    process.

    MYERS COCKTAIL

    This cocktail premix is designed

    to help alleviate chronic

    symptoms, including ongoing

    pain, asthma, and more

    MORNING AFTER

    Contains essential electrolytes

    necessary for hydration. Helps

    regulate fluid and electrolyte

    balance across cell membranes,

    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!

    GET THE CARE YOU NEED, WHEN YOU NEED IT

    17437 SW Boones Ferry Road #100 Lake Oswego, OR 97035

    Ph: 503-387-3796

    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 michelle@modcastproductions.com

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  • 5 Estate Planning Myths with Anastasia Yu Meisner, Attorney
    Jul 3 2025

    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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    Wills and Trusts
    Powers of Attorney
    Gifting and Wealth Preservation

    Estate Administration

    Probate and Estate
    Trust Administration

    Estate Mediation

    Probate and Trust Disputes
    Protected Proceedings
    Fiduciary Litigation

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    5200 Meadows Road Ste 150 Lake Oswego, OR 97035

    Sending an email through this website does not establish an attorney‐client relationship. Please do not submit information considered private, confidential, or time sensitive.

    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 michelle@modcastproductions.com

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  • Why Beautification Matters: Flowers, Pollinators, and the Big Picture
    Jul 1 2025

    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 michelle@modcastproductions.com

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    26 m
  • Being in Business for Decades: Longevity and Succession Plans
    Jun 1 2025

    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 michelle@modcastproductions.com

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  • Loud and Local: Boosting Our Businesses Through Local Media
    May 1 2025
    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)Brian.monihan@lakeoswegoreview.com – Vice President and Group Publisher, Carpenter MediaKelli.lair@lakeoswegoreview.com – advertising salesPatrick.Malee@lakeoswegoreview.com – EditorLions Club Pancake Breakfast - Lake Oswego Lions Club pancake breakfast fundraiser returns July 4 | News | lakeoswegoreview.comDan Brown, Farmer’s Insurance - Daniel Brown - Farmers Insurance Agent in Lake Oswego, ORThird Thursday - Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce | Third ThursdayR. Blooms - Lake Oswego Florist | Flower Delivery by R Bloom's of Lake OswegoMapel Boutique - Chic Women’s Clothing & Accessories – Mapel BoutiqueMad Sass Soap - Natural, Clean, Handcrafted Bath, Body, & Skincare for Sensitive SkinGrapevine - Grapevine Fashion | Women's Fashion | Lake OswegoCity Home - City Home | Portland, Oregon | Furniture and Home DecorAdorn - Shop Adorn | Women's Clothing Boutique PortlandArts Council of Lake OswegoWizer’s Fine WinesPet Evolution ribbon cutting May 2 – 5 pm - Pet Evolution: Lake Oswego, OR's Premier Pet StoreNew Mom School – Open House Saturday, May 10, Ribbon Cutting Tuesday, May 27, 3 pm Lake Oswego, OR | New Mom School | Newborn & Infant ClassesTransportation survey – how will it affect your business or your employees Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce WebsiteVisit 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 michelle@modcastproductions.com
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    27 m