By Justin Andress, For The Mountain Times
It’s no secret that many businesses on Mt. Hood are owned or operated by enterprising women. Now, The Mountain Times is taking a small step toward honoring the capability and innovation of these trailblazing women with a special Women in Business magazine supplement.
“Women have owned and operated businesses on the Mountain for many years, probably starting when the pioneers finally made it to Oregon,” says Peggy Wallace with the Mountain Times. “There is a long list of women owning and/or operating thriving bars, restaurants, coffee shops, real estate development properties, insurance agencies, ski shops, building supply companies – you name it, mountain women have done it and with very little bluster.”
The women who power Mt. Hood businesses may not be used to fanfare, but the Women in Business publication hopes to change that. All professional women are encouraged to apply, whether you’re an owner, private contractor, manager, or a critical employee. If you live, operate a business, or conduct business in the Mt. Hood area, this is a golden opportunity to promote yourself and have fun doing it.
Women in Business is a once-yearly magazine that will be delivered with The Mountain Times directly to homes from the east side of Sandy all the way up to Timberline Lodge. Those women who choose to participate are discovering that being a part of Women in Business can be a savvy career move.
According to Mountain Times publisher Matthew Nelson, “We’ve been hearing from the women who participate that it’s one of the best things they’ve ever done to market themselves or their business. It’s not a Facebook or Instagram post where if you blink, you miss it. A magazine like this generates this old-school excitement that’s contagious.”
To take part, Mt. Hood women who live, work, or do business on the mountain can reach out to the paper for pricing options. We will have them fill out a short quiz with questions about their motivation, their proudest professional moments, and advice they may have for aspiring young women. It’s a fun-filled way for professional women to share their insight and expertise.
The women who take part in the magazine will receive an eye-catching full-page spread in Women in Business magazine. To ensure that these professionals put their best foot forward, women who elect to join Mt. Hood Women in Business will be treated to a session with a professional photographer in the beautiful Evergreen Room of Mt. Hood Village on June 7th.
The photoshoot for Women in Business is an event that participants will look forward to. Beyond the photoshoot, light refreshments will be served while you wait and network with the mountain’s most prominent female entrepreneurs.
Expect a gorgeous group photo and stunning solo shots as your profession, personality, and values are captured for the entire Mt. Hood community to share. As Matthew explains, “The women who participate love the concept of the magazine. They love the exposure they get from it. They love the results. It seems to be a win-win for everyone, which is exactly what we are striving for.”
Women in Business is more than a fun photoshoot and marketing tool. Peggy Wallace is excited to bring the magazine to the area because of the good she believes it will accomplish.
“First, it will acknowledge the huge contribution women (business owners and managers alike) have made to the community,” says Peggy. “Second, it will provide motivation for some women to act on their idea of owning their own business or taking on a management role in an existing business. Third, it will introduce everyone who has a mailbox or PO box from Sandy to Timberline to these women. This publication will have a positive effect, short and long term, and I’m proud to be a part of it.”
Women in Business is currently taking submissions. Sign up today to build your business, create new contacts, and engage with your community like never before. Contact our office at 503-570-3404 or email matt@mountaintimesoregon.com.