Portland, June 6th, 2014. The American Diabetes Association and the Father’s Day Council of Oregon and Southwest Washington honored four exceptional fathers at the 2nd Annual Father of the Year Awards, on June 4, 2014 at the Moda Center. One was Tammy and Charles Wilhoite (center) who posed with his wife Tammy and with their children Hadley, DeVaughn and Dorsey. The recipients of the Father of the Year Award were Lynn Gust, President, Fred Meyer Stores; Donald L. Krahmer, Jr., Shareholder, Schwabe Williamson and Wyatt; Chris McGowan, President and CEO, Portland Trail Blazers and the Moda Center; and Charles Wilhoite, Managing Director, Willamette Management Associates.
2014 Father of the Year honoree Chris McGowan with his wife Susan and sons Ryan and Kyle.
Honoree Don Krahmer with his wife Suzanne and children Hillary and Zachary after receiving the Father of the Year Award.
Caitlyn, Julie, Andrew, Olivia, Emily and Lynn Gust celebrate after presenting Lynn with a Father of the Year Award.
2014 Father of the Year Honorees Charles Wilhoite, Managing Director, Willamette Management Associates; Lynn Gust, President, Fred Meyer Stores; Donald L. Krahmer, Jr. , Shareholder, Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt; Chris McGowan, President and CEO, Portland Trail Blazers and Moda Center
American Diabetes Association members of the Community Leadership Board enjoy the social hour at the 2014 Father of the Year Awards Dinner. From left: Mike Kindelberger, Walgreens; Board Chair Mike Greene of Rosenthal, Greene and Devlin, P.C.; Brad Bell of Wells Fargo Advisors.
The Association raised more than $328,000 at the event in support of its mission to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. The event was hosted by Mark Mason and Dave Anderson (KPAM) and the fathers were presented with the 2014 Father of the Year Award by their children, following touching videos highlighting each father and their families.
The American Diabetes Association recognizes men from across the nation for the outstanding strength, commitment and love they exhibit as fathers. “Father of the Year” honorees have both attained success in their chosen field or endeavor, and carved out time to teach and mature their children, while also becoming good citizens and proud members of the community.
“We were pleased to honor four truly terrific fathers who have accomplished great things in their personal and professional life while raising critical funds needed to advance the mission of the American Diabetes Association,” said Michael Greene, Chairman of the Community Leadership Board of the American Diabetes Association in Oregon and Southwest Washington. “The generosity of the fathers and those in attendance will provide diabetes education, research and advocacy needed to support the nearly one million people in our area living with diabetes and pre-diabetes.”
The event’s Premier Sponsor was Moda Health. Gold Sponsors were Fred Meyer, Maletis Beverage, Willamette Management Associates and Novo Nordisk. Silver Sponsors were Chris McGowan Family, Portland Trail Blazers, Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt and Smuckers. Media Sponsors were Spirit Media, Pamplin Media Group and the Portland Business Journal.
About the Oregon and Southwest Washington Father’s Day Council:
The Oregon and Southwest Washington chapter of the National Father’s Day Council is a volunteer organization that annually honors individuals who exemplify outstanding commitment to children, family and community. The National Father’s Day Council was established in 1931. With the American Diabetes Association, it holds Father of the Year awards events in 34 cities across the nation. National honorees have included John F. Kennedy, Ronald Reagan, Colin Powell, Jack Lemmon, George Foreman, Tom Clancy and Brian Williams.
About the American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fighting for those affected by diabetes. The Association funds research to prevent, cure, and manage diabetes; delivers services to hundreds of communities; provides objective and credible information; and gives voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes. Founded in 1940, our mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. For more information please call the American Diabetes Association at 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383) or visit www.diabetes.org. Information from both these sources is available in English and Spanish.
Portland, October 29th, 2013. Governor John Kitzhaber was joined by former Governors Kulongoski, Roberts and Atiyeh to present awards for greatness to Oregonians in a sold out Oregon Ballroom at the Oregon Convention Center. Receiving the awards were: ESCO Corporation; Mark B. Ganz, President and CEO, Cambia Health Solutions; Bob Moore, Founder and President, Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods; Arlene Schnitzer, Founder, The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer CARE Foundation/Harsch Investment Corp.; Dutch Bros. Coffee; and Bill Schonely. Two additional awards are presented each year. The Al and Pat Reser Civic Leadership Award was presented to Margaret Carter and the Gert Boyle Greatness Award was presented to The Oregon Delegation of Team USA 2013 Special Olympics World Winter Games. (Photo credit, Andie Petkus)
the Gert Boyle Greatness Award was presented to The Oregon Delegation of Team USA 2013 Special Olympics World Winter Games.
Cambia Health Solutions CEO Mark Ganz accepts 2013 Governors’ Gold
The Governors’ Gold Awards is presented as a fundraiser on behalf of Special Olympics Oregon (SOOR) and raised $880,000 to serve thousands of individuals with intellectual disability statewide through SOOR’s life changing programs.
Mark Ganz, president and CEO of Cambia Health Solutions, was honored with a 2013 Governors’ Gold Award for his lifetime contributions to the state of Oregon in the areas of health care, economic development and leadership through community service. Presented by Oregon’s living governors, Governors’ Gold Awards are received annually by a select number of esteemed businesses and individuals who have delivered significant contributions to the state during their lifetimes.
In presenting Ganz with the award, former Governor Ted Kulongoski remarked, “Mark Ganz is a national leader within the health care industry. He has given so much to this state. He doesn’t seek a high profile. His belief in service, community and families is more about his contribution to making life better for all of us.”
The Governors’ Gold Awards are presented annually by Oregon’s four living governors, Governor John Kitzhaber, Governor Ted Kulongoski, Governor Barbara Roberts and Governor Vic Atiyeh. The Governors’ Gold Awards ceremony benefits Special Olympics Oregon, serving Special Olympics athletes statewide since 1972.
Portland, October 18th. The 2012 A Gathering of Good raised nearly $240,000 to support Metropolitan Family Service and the thousands of children, families and older adults who participate in its programs. Duncan Wyse, President of the Oregon Business Council accepted the Provocateur Award for his extraordinary efforts to build a cohesive strategy for strengthening our economy. He’s pictured with Dick Reiten, Former Board Chair of Northwest Natural Gas Company; Judy Strand, CEO of Metropolitan Family Service; Donna Edwards, Board Chair of Metropolitan Family Service; and Carla Piluso, Master of Ceremony. (Photo credit, Andie Petkus) The theme of the fourth annual A Gathering of Good – the signature benefit for Metropolitan Family Service – was Creating a Prosperous Economy Together. Nearly 300 guests were in attendance.
The guests enjoyed a roof-raising choral performance by the Gresham High School honor choir, The Overtones.
At this year’s A Gathering of Good, a dynamic group of thought leaders discussed innovation and growth in our local economy. Judy Strand, CEO of Metropolitan Family Service joins panelists (from left) Tamara Lundgren, President and CEO of Schnitzer Steel; Luis Machuca, CEO of Kryptiq; Dr. Wim Wiewel, President of Portland State University; and Jeff Harvey, President and CEO of Burgerville.
Topics included identifying risks Oregon and SW Washington need to take to promote a more innovative and vital region overall; re-energizing our education system to create lifelong learners and a capable and skilled workforce; and ways businesses, government, education and nonprofits can work together to create tangible social change and economic prosperity.
The raise the paddle resonated with supporters.
Duncan Wyse, President of Oregon Business Council, was awarded this year’s Provocateur Award for his work in building a strong business environment in Oregon. Shown from left to right: Dick Reiten; Judy Strand, CEO of Metropolitan Family Service; Duncan Wyse, President of Oregon Business Council, and his wife Aileen Wyse.
A Gathering of Good is the culmination of a year long discussion series organized by Metropolitan Family Service. The agog discussion series is designed to promote face-to-face conversation, civic engagement and social change. Discussions are privately hosted and revolve around a theme focusing on a significant community issue that affects everyone.
Over the last four years, Metropolitan Family Service has organized 48 agog discussions, enlisted 100 topic experts to moderate them, and engaged 700 community members. The convergence of corporate, private, public and social sectors that agog discussions bring together has stimulated Metropolitan Family Service in crafting a new paradigm in social service delivery.
Currently, Metropolitan Family Service is working on several initiatives as they relate to workforce readiness and economic development in the community. The organization’s programs include financial education courses for parents; working with youth and families in 25 low income school communities to strengthen academic success and interpersonal skills; involvement with STEM industries to bring business and education together, and supporting people throughout the lifespan to build strength in all stages of life. Collectively, Metropolitan Family Service’s work contributes to and supports a vibrant economy.
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