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A Full-Service General Contractor
for Trade Shows, Consumer Shows,
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Trade Show &
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3720 NW Yeon Avenue, Portland, OR 97210
Phone: 503.228.6800 Fax: 503.228.6808
www.dwatradeshow.com
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President’s Letter
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2005 Clark County Business Trade Show /
Healthcare & Benefits Seminar. This event is one of the key components in our effort to
improve the visibility and opportunities for businesses in our community. The focus of
the 2005 Seminar is Healthcare & Benefits, which continues to be the top challenge for
businesses, especially those with fewer than 50 employees.
With your help and the expertise from show exhibitors and speakers, I am confident that
this event will be another step towards improved Healthcare & Benefit opportunities
in Clark County.
The Clark County Chamber Board and staff invite you to take advantage of the exhibition
and seminars. We continually strive to deliver on our mission imperatives:
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Visibility
Networking
Public Advocacy
Business Services
Training Programs
Thanks to all who made this great event possible, especially our speakers, sponsors,
exhibitors, Healthcare Committee, and volunteers.
As always, we at the Chamber are interested in your improvement suggestions. Please
feel free to contact us with your suggestions, or for information on our services call
360-258-1181. You may also email us at [email protected]. We encourage
you to visit our website at www.ClarkChamber.com frequently to access a wealth of
information and business resources available there.
Thank you for your participation in this event. We hope you will enjoy it and find it
to be beneficial.
Respectfully yours,
Izad Khormaee
President
Clark County Chamber of Commerce
”Your County-Wide Business Connection”
Clark County Chamber of Commerce
[email protected]
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P.O. Box 2947
360-258-1181
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Vancouver, WA 98668
www.ClarkChamber.com
Seminar Guide
9:00 – 9:10 a.m.
Opening and Welcome
9:10 – 9:30 a.m.
Dental Options: How It Impacts Your Business!
Alice Spitulski
Office Manager
Gentle Dental
9:30 – 10:00 a.m.
J. Bart McMullan,
Jr., M.D.
President
Regence BlueCross
BlueShield of Oregon
10:00 – 10:15 a.m.
Bio:
Alice Spitulski has been in the dental service arena for 33 years,
in the private and corporate industry of dental management. She
is currently manager of Vancouver Mall Gentle Dental Office and
helps to establish new state-of-the-art offices in our local region.
Ms. Spitulski understands the need for dental options from the
viewpoint of business and personalized care. Gentle Dental offers
progressive employment opportunities and understands the needs
of small business owners and corporations.
Keynote: Current and Future of Health Insurance
in Clark County!
Bio:
Dr. McMullan is president of Regence BlueCross BlueShield of
Oregon. He leads the execution of The Regence Group’s strategy
for Oregon. Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon provides
medical, dental, and related coverage for about one million
members in Oregon and in Clark County, Washington. It is part of
The Regence Group, which also includes Regence BlueShield
of Washington, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah, and
Regence BlueShield of Idaho. An active member of the community,
Dr. McMullan works with a variety of organizations.
Session Prize Drawings
Break – Exhibition Review
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Seminar Guide
10:15 – 10:45 a.m.
Don Klippenes
Regional Sales Director
OR/WA TASC
HSA/MSA/FSA/TPA: What Does It All Mean?
Bio:
Don Klippenes has been in the Employee Benefits industry for the
past 10 years, serving as Sales Executive for Workers Comp Carrier,
Sales Executive for a Professional Employer Organization, and Sales
Executive Account Manager for LifeWise Health Insurance companies.
He managed the largest book of business, both in dollars and
number of employers, while at LifeWise Health Plan of Oregon. He is
currently the Regional Sales Director for Total Administrative Services
Corporation, covering Oregon and Washington. He is a member of
numerous Healthcare Associations.
Session Prize Drawing
10:45 – 11:00 a.m.
11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Bill Kane
Director of Sales
Principal Financial Group
11:30 – 12:00 p.m.
Break – Exhibition Review
The Need for Disability Coverage for
Businesses & Individuals
Bio:
Bill Kane is the Director of Sales for Principal Financial Group in
Portland, OR, overseeing the wholesale distribution of Group Short
Term and Long Term Disability products, along with Group Life and
Dental products, throughout OR, WA, and ID. He and his staff work
with brokers and consultants to create employee benefit packages
for businesses. Bill has also delivered dozens of Continuing Education
courses to brokers throughout his three-state territory to assist in
educating them on group disability products.
Session Prize Drawing
Break – Exhibition Review
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Seminar Guide
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch with your Legislators & Officials
(complimentary, with RSVP)
Thanks to Lunch Sponsors: Domino’s and
PacifiCare Health Systems
Major Medical Provider Forum
1:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Participants:
Kaiser Permanente: Regina Welling
LifeWise Health Plan of Washington: Cricket Morgan
PacifiCare Health Systems: LeAnn Kennedy
Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon: Karen Myers
Session Prize Drawing
Break – Exhibition Review
1:30 – 2:00 p.m.
2:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Insurance Options in Clark County - Panel of Experts
Participants:
Aflac: Tom Pargett, Supplemental
A.L. Insurance: Jerry Boatright, HSA
Country Insurance & Financial Services: Kris Greene, Farm Bureau Group
Nicholson & Associates: Leith Dist, Disability
Session Prize Drawing
2:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Break – Exhibition Review
Adjourn
3:00 p.m.
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Acknowledgments
Co-Sponsors
Business & Professional Women
Camas-Washougal Post-Record
East Vancouver Business Association
Evergreen Business Association
Hazel Dell/Salmon Creek Business Association
North Clark County Chamber of Commerce
Ridgefield Business Association
Stockford Village Business Association
The Columbian
Vancouver Business Journal
Vancouver’s Downtown Association
Foundational Sponsors
Family Physicians Group
Nicholson & Associates
PacifiCare Health Systems
Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
Logistics/Site Sponsors
Baptist Seminary Center
Bob Mercer, Long Beach Acceptance Corporation
Domino’s Pizza
DWA Trade Show & Exposition Services
GT Multimedia
Krispy Kreme
PacifiCare Health Systems
Session Prize Drawings
Don Millar: Two nights lodging at the Chautauqua Lodge at Long Beach, WA
Gentle Dental: Sonicare (2)
HoneyBee Eye Care: Serengeti Sun Glasses
Residence Inn by Marriott: One night lodging
Southwest Washington Medical Center: Gym bag filled with items
Healthcare Committee & Volunteers
THANK YOU!
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Exhibition Floor Map
Visit with your Legislators and
Officials Floor
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Exhibition
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Healthcare Providers
Exhibitor Supply Entry
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Exhibitors by Categories
Financial Providers
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Twin County Credit Union
17 Umpqua Bank
Healthcare Providers
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A bsolute Life Chiropractic
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F amily Physicians Group, P.S.
26 Gentle Dental
16 H omeWatch Caregivers
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H oneyBee Eye Care
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Kaiser Permanente
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Southwest Washington Medical Center
Insurance Providers
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A.L. Insurance
12 Aflac
21 Bryant and Associates
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Country Insurance & Financial
28 Nicholson & Associates
14 Pacific Shield, Inc., Long Term Care Insurance
10 P acifiCare Health Systems
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R egence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
Retail & Service Providers
22 Arbonne International
24 Astro Awards
18 Camas Meadows Golf Club
13 Costco Wholesale
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Health & Wholeness Lifestyles
15 I nternational Air & Hospitality Academy
25 M inuteman Press / Evergreen Business Association
11 P rinting Expressly For You
23 Sandy’s Sign & Design / Classic Gifts
Servpro of Vancouver, Clark County
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20 Smoke- N - ders
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A.L. Insurance
#5
A.L. Insurance Group offers a full line of insurance products
and services, including Group Health & Individual Benefits,
Life & Annuities, Auto & Home, Property & Casualty,
Commercial & Bonds.
360-694-7994
www.alinsure.com
Absolute Life Chiropractic
#4
Dr. Troy cares for a diverse range of patients. In addition
to caring for adults from all walks of life, he adjusts
children, families, athletes, seniors and a wide range of
problematic cases.
360-260-6903
www.absolutelife.com
Aflac
#12
Aflac is an insurance company offering supplemental coverage
for accidents, cancer, dental, vision, hospital, and life insurance
360-513-2353
www.us.aflac.com
Arbonne International
#22
Anti-aging personal care line with US and Swiss
patent pending.
360-954-5023
www.beautyeverlasting.com
Astro Awards
#24
Business awards of all types, trophies, plaques, acrylics, name
badges & small signs, desk name plates, gavels, clocks, full
color sublimation, logos, laser & mechanical engraving...
In-house engraving.
360-696-2496
Bryant and Associates
#21
Bryant & Associates is an independent insurance agency
specializing in employee benefits and individual / family medical
plans since 1973. We act as brokers for all major insurance
companies in both Washington & Oregon.
360-254-8150
www.bryantandassociates.net
Camas Meadows Golf Club
#18
18 hole, Par 72 golf course with yardage ranging from 4,859
to 6,518 yards, complete with practice range and grass
tees. Our facility accommodates golf tournaments, weddings,
receptions, and meetings.
360-833-2000
www.camasmeadows.com
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Costco Wholesale
#13
Costco is well known for many quality products. Ancillary
departments offer optical, pharmacy and hearing aids.
Special services include medical savings cards through
Executive Services.
360-828-2261
www.costco.com
Country Insurance & Financial
#3
Our goal is to be middle-America’s #1 choice for financial
security by offering life, disability, property, casualty,
retirement, group health, and trust services.
360-256-2320
www.countryfinancial.com
Family Physicians Group, P.S.
#9
Family Practice with Obstetrics, Geriatrics and Internal Medicine.
16811 SE McGillivray, Suite 101, Vancouver, WA 98683
100 East 33rd Street, Suite 100, Vancouver, WA 98663
360-735-8100
www.familyphysiciansgroup.com
Gentle Dental
#26
Located in Cascade Park, Battle Ground, Hazel Dell, and
Vancouver Mall. Gentle Dental offers multi-specialty dental care
with expanded hours, flexible financing options, and accepts
most insurance plans.
1-800-GENTLE1
www.gentle1.com
Health & Wholeness Lifestyles
#19
An Adventist tradition promoting optimal physical, mental, and
Spiritual wellbeing through “8 natural remedies” - nutrition,
exercise, water, sunshine, moderation, fresh air, rest, and trust
in Divine Power.
360-907-1782
www.healthandwholeness.org
HomeWatch Caregivers
#16
We care for your loved ones the way we want our loved
ones to be cared for. Our in-home services range from
homemaking and errands to bathing and toileting, and from
two hours every other week to 24/7.
360-992-5956
www.homewatchvanport.com
HoneyBee Eye Care
#1
HoneyBee Eye Care provides comprehensive vision exams for
glasses and contact lenses, and examines the health of the eye
for diseases, such as glaucoma, cataracts, etc. We have over
2500 frames in stock.
360-571-3430
www.honeybeeeyecare.com
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International Air & Hospitality Academy
#15
With 25 years of experience, International Air and Hospitality
Academy is dedicated to living up to its reputation as a leader in
training for the airline, travel, culinary, and hospitality industries.
360-695-2500
www.aha.edu
Kaiser Permanente
#2
Kaiser Permanente and Kaiser On-the-Job. We’re here for you
and we’re here for your employees and their families.
503-813-3171
www.kp.org
Minuteman Press / Evergreen Business Assoc.
#25
Quality products/services using new technologies include:
offset printing, graphic design, copying – color/B&W,
digital printing, full service direct mail, large format printing,
promotional products, and signage.
360-750-4447
www.mmpvancouver.com
Nicholson & Associates
#28
Full service insurance agency covering individuals, families,
and businesses. Complete insurance programs in Personal,
Business, Financial, Group and Individual Health Policies,
Life and Disability.
360-254-2842
www.nicholsonswan.com
Pacific Shield, Inc.
#14
Long Term Care (LTC) Insurance from top carriers for
individuals or businesses. If over 50, consider LTC coverage to
protect your assets, dignity, and independence. See Philip Shields
for a free consultation.
360-687-1838
www.pwshields.com
PacifiCare Health Systems
#10
Consumer-driven health care and life insurance products
for individuals, employers, and Medicare beneficiaries.
Behavioral health, dental, and vision, plus complete
pharmacy and medical management.
800-992-1444
www.pacificare.com
Printing Expressly For You
#11
We offer full service printing services, from design to delivery.
This includes graphic design, prepress services, offset printing,
digital printing, mailing services, and much more.
360-885-2045
www.pefy.net
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Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
#8
Affordable and quality health insurance products. We offer
the best value in health, dental, vision, and life insurance
benefits – plus administrative services – by being customerfocused and market-driven.
503-276-1817
www.regence.com
Sandy’s Sign & Design / Classic Gifts
#23
Sandy’s Sign & Design: Full Service Sign Co. since 1980. If
you need a Sign, I have it for you!
Classic Gifts - Gift Baskets & More: Custom gift baskets for
all occasions and budgets. HASSLE-free Gift Giving.
360-693-9229 Sandy’s
360-696-5945 Classic Gifts
Servpro of Vancouver , Clark County
#27
Restoration, providing Emergency Service for Residential and
Commercial properties. Specialists in Fire, Smoke & Odor
Elimination, Water Damage, and Mold Removal.
360-254-0049
www.servproofvancouver.com
Smoke-N-ders
#20
Smoke-N-ders uses a unique combination of advanced hypnosis
techniques. Over 95% of our clients stop smoking after just
one session. For the rest, we have a free back-up session.
Guaranteed for life!
360-606-6904
www.smoke-n-ders.com
Southwest Washington Medical Center
#7
Southwest Washington Medical Center is a Not-for-Profit
comprehensive medical center of 360 licensed beds located in
Vancouver, WA. An additional 82 beds are on the horizon as we
begin our expansion project.
360-254-0049
www.swmedicalcenter.com
Twin County Credit Union
#6
Helping members build sound financial futures since 1938. Your
best source for financial products and services at the lowest
possible cost. Mortgage, Home Equity, Consumer Loans,
Investments, and Customized Accounts for all your needs.
360-256-2245
www.tccu.com
Umpqua Bank
#17
World’s Greatest Bank specializing in Personal and Business
Banking, Investments, SBA loans, Mortgage loans, Home
Equity loans, Commercial loans, and Commercial Real Estate
loans. Two locations.
360-573-4014
www.umpquabank.com
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2005-2006 Chamber Event List
2005-2006 Chamber Event Calendar
October 11, 2005........................... Candidates and Issues Forum
November 8, 2005.......................... Semi-Annual Business Roundtable
December 13, 2005........................ Best In County Award Presentation
January 10, 2006............................ Speaker Series
February 14, 2006.......................... Speaker Series
March 14, 2006.............................. Scholarship Awards Presentations
April 11, 2006................................ Speaker Series
May 9, 2006................................... Semi-Annual Business Roundtable
May 17, 2006................................. ‘Weeding Symposium’ & Golf Classic
June 13, 2006................................ 2006 Legislative Review
July 11, 2006..................................Speaker Series
August 8, 2006............................... Speaker Series
September 19, 2006....................... 2006 Clark County Trade Show/Seminar
Best-In-County Award
Has your company implemented a particularly successful
innovative program? Would you like free publicity? If so, go
to the link below for details on applying for this award. The
entry deadline is November 1.
http://www.clarkchamber.com/forms/best_county_award.pdf
2nd Annual ‘Weeding Symposium’ & Golf Classic
If you enjoy playing golf and have a passion for helping our youth pursue higher
education in Clark County, please join us on May 17, 2006, at the Camas Meadows
Golf Club to “Play For A Purpose.” Details are at:
http://www.clarkchamber.com/forms/golf_flyer_registration.pdf
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www.dwatradeshow.com
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Evergreen Business Association
Hazel Dell / Salmon Creek Business Association
North Clark County Chamber of Commerce
Ridgefield Business Association
Stockford Village Business Association
The Columbian
Vancouver Business Journal
Vancouver’s Downtown Association
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September 22, 2005
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Baptist Seminary Center
3200 NE 109th Ave., Vancouver “Orchards”