Join the Eugene Chamber for a special conference focused on manufacturing. The program, designed for local manufacturers yet applicable to any business, features a keynote address by Jake Nichol, CEO of Leatherman Tools. Founded in 1983 by Tim Leatherman, Oregon-based Leatherman Tool Group is the world's largest manufacturer of high quality multi-tools and LED lights. Every Leatherman tool is made in Portland, OR, where the company employs 525 people. Mr. Nichol will impart the history of Leatherman and the principles that have fueled their remarkable growth. In addition the program will feature insights and information from industry experts on trends in exports, tax code updates and cash flow management.
The session, held in conjunction with National Manufacturing Day, is set for Thursday, October 3 from 8:00 – 11:00 AM at the Hilton Garden Inn (3528 Gateway St., Springfield). The cost for the half-day session that includes breakfast is just $15 for Chamber members and any manufacturer.
If you have questions contact Ben Sappington @ 541.242.2359.
About our sponsors:
Title Sponsor-Pacific Continental Bank:
With a primary focus on business banking, Pacific Continental Bank (Nasdaq: PCBK) operates in three of the largest commercial markets in the Pacific Northwest. Their recognized expertise in banking health care and dental practitioners, community-based businesses, professional service providers, and nonprofit organizations reinforces our reputation as "the right bank for business."
Supporting Sponsor - Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership (OMEP) is a non-profit organization that aims to help Oregon manufacturers respond to the challenges of competing in an increasingly global economy.
They work with owners, executives, managers and operators to assess company needs in all areas. OMEP moves quickly from assessment to implementation to ensure that the company’s efforts provide an immediate payback. Regardless of our starting point, their goal is to let loose a company's growth potential.
Supporting Sponsor- Moss Adams LLP
Moss Adams Eugene office is home to professionals who specialize in a variety of areas and industries. About half concentrate on assurance services, and the other half focus on tax services, including international taxation. Professionals in both disciplines develop an expertise in specific industries, including: forest products, manufacturing/ distribution and, food processing/ agriculture.
Fee: $15.00 includes breakfast Registration/Cancelation policy: Chamber event reservations must be canceled more than 24 hours prior to the event to be eligible for a refund. Chamber event reservations not kept, or canceled less than 24 hours prior to the event, will not be eligible for a refund, or will be billed if they have not yet been paid. Please call 541-484-1314 with any questions regarding the cancelation policy. Thank you for your consideration.