In this episode of Business LO, hosted by Michelle O'Dell, Heather Graves Ramsey of Coach to Brilliance, and Chamber CEO Liz Hartman, we hear from local business owners and franchisees, Melissa Boatwright of ACE Handyman Services Lake Oswego, Portland and Vancouver, and Rosy Rojas of Wolfie's Southwest Portland, as they discuss their journeys into franchise ownership, their backgrounds, reasons for choosing the Lake Oswego area, and the unique challenges and benefits of operating a franchise. Plus, Liz Hartman provides updates on local initiatives, upcoming events, and new groups supporting the Lake Oswego business community with What You Need to Know in LO!

For more information on TechLO, Young Professionals LO, and Women's Lakeside Leaders, go to LakeOswegoChamber.com

TechLO - meets monthly, third Tuesday, location changes monthly (4:30-6 pm)

Young Professionals LO meets monthly on the second Tuesday. Kick off Tuesday, February 10, at the AC Hotel, 3:30-5 pm

Women's Lakeside Leaders meets quarterly. Kick off Wednesday, February 25, noon to 1 pm - Reservations only, no drop-ins.

Ace Handyman Services Lake Oswego

Woofie's - Southwest Portland Pet Care Service

Other Franchises in the Area:

Baja Fresh Mexican Grill

Bee Organized

Best Western

Body 20

Budget Blinds

CarePatrol

Certapro Painters

Crumbl Cookies

Expedia Cruises

Forge Education

Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers

Goosehead Insurance

Grocery Outlet Bargain Market

Kumon Math & Reading

McDonalds

Minuteman Press

Modern Chiropractic

Mr. Handyman

New Mom School

OrangeTheory Fitness

Pet Evolution

Pickelball Kingdom

Prime IV & Wellness

Pristine Pros NW

Radiance Natural Medicine

Residence Inn

Stretchlab

Superior Fence

The Bar Method

The UPS Store

TheKey Home Care

Visiting Angels

Welcome Wagon LO

West Hills Montessori School ff

Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming

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

In this episode of Business LO, Heather Graves Ramsey, owner of Coach to Brilliance, dives into a conversation with Lisa D’Amore from D’Amore Law Group. Lisa shares insights on marketing and strategy, emphasizing the importance of authentic branding and community involvement. The discussion covers the lifecycle of businesses, the role of SEO and website management, and the unique challenges of marketing a law firm. The episode also highlights upcoming events and networking opportunities within the Lake Oswego business community, including an announcement about the Bob Bigelow Lifetime Achievement Award.

D’Amore Law - D'Amore Law Group - WA and Oregon Personal Injury Lawyers

How to Networking 2026 - Multi-Chamber Networking – register to attend Friday, Jan 9, 7:30-9:15 – AC Hotels

Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce | See Full Calendar

Maven Wigs Ribbon Cutting – Wednesday, January 14 – 5 pm

Clifton Larson Allen Networking – Friday, January 16 – 7:30-9 am

Business Leadership Development – Registration due January 10 - Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce |

January 23, Rooted Accounting at Vogelaar Advising

January 30 – Mayor’s Business Breakfast, Reservations required. Call the chamber 503-636-3634

Wednesday, February 25 – Chamber Honors, Ironlight

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