What does it really take to build a healthier community in Central Oregon? In this BendBeat episode, Brian sits down with Megan Haase, CEO of Mosaic Community Health, to...
Central Oregon is one of the most dynamic and fastest growing markets in the country.
But why?
Join Brian Ladd, the top real estate expert in Bend, as he meets with local business and community leaders to discuss how Central Oregon has become what it is today, and what the future may hold for this growing community.
Community
Mount Bachelor, Community, and the Future of Outdoor Life in Central Oregon with John Merriman
What makes Mount Bachelor feel like Bend’s home mountain instead of just another resort? In this BendBeat episode, Brian sits down with John Merriman, CEO of Mount...
Education, Engagement, and the Heart of Bend: A Conversation with COCC’s Zak Boone In this episode of BendBeat, Brian Ladd sits down with Zak Boone, Vice President of...
Empowering Central Oregon’s Youth: Heart of Oregon Corps on BendBeat What if the next generation held the key to solving some of Central Oregon’s biggest challenges? In...
What does it take to build a better Bend? In this episode of BendBeat, host Brian Ladd delves into a powerful conversation with Christopher Jones, COO & Partner of...
What happens when a community rallies behind higher education—and decides to build a cutting-edge university on top of a former landfill and pumice mine? Welcome to OSU...
What does the future of Bend, Oregon look like—and who gets to help shape it? In this full episode of the BendBeat Podcast, host Brian Ladd sits down with Matt Muchna...
In this episode of BendBeat, Brian Ladd sits down with Stephanie Betteridge, Bend’s Chief Innovation Officer and Assistant City Manager, to explore how innovation, data...
Community
What Happens When You Trade Comfort for Purpose? Thump Coffee, Bend’s Favorite Coffee Spot
In this episode of BendBeat, Brian Ladd sits down with Bobby Grover, founder of Thump Coffee, to explore his journey from high-pressure corporate life to crafting a...
In this episode of the BendBeat Podcast, we dive into the incredible work of Oregon Adaptive Sports (OAS), an organization dedicated to making outdoor recreation...
In this episode of BendBeat podcast, Brian Ladd welcomes Kayley Mendenhall, Vice President of Strategic Communications, and Jenny O’Bryan, Executive Director of the St...
While it might be hard to believe, Bend's population growth has noticeably slowed over the past two years. We were thrilled to sit down with Damon Runberg, Chief...
Welcome to the BendBeat Podcast! Growing and thriving are part of our everyday lives, but there is always another side. In this episode, alongside Cassi MacQueen and...
Business, Real Estate
Inside Tetherow: Growth & impact in Bend with the van der Veldes | BendBeat Podcast
Welcome to the BendBeat Podcast! In today’s episode, we had the opportunity to talk with Chris & Erin van der Velde, better known as the developers of Tetherow...
Uncategorized
Crafting Affordable Living for All – BendBeat welcomes City of Bend Housing Director, Lynne McConnell
BendBeat welcomes City of Bend Housing Director, Lynne McConnell
Community
Standing at the Crossroads of Growth – Phil Chang, Deschutes County Commissioner, on the decisions we face for how the city of Bend will grow.
Phil Chang, Deschutes County Commissioner, talks to Brian about decisions we face for how the city of Bend will grow.
Community
Building Trust and Making Voices Heard: Mayor Melanie Kebler on Creating Authentic Dialogue Between the City and Residents
Brian Ladd interviews city of Bend's mayor, Melanie Kebler. Mayor Kebler addresses the various initiatives she's focused on during her term as mayor.
We are kicking off the fourth season of the bendbeat with Brian's interview with Bend's newest Director of Equity and Inclusion, Andrés Portela
Brian Ladd sits down with Ranae Staley, Executive Director of Bend's local food pantry, The Giving Plate. Their mission is deeply rooted in compassion and hospitality...
Community
Value-Driven Vision for Bend’s Growing Communities with Brian Rankin, Long-Range Planning Manager
Brian Ladd is joined by Brian Rankin, the Long Range Planning Manager for the City of Bend, in our latest BendBeat episode. They explore the impact of Oregon’s...
Don't miss this enlightening conversation between Brian Ladd and Bend's City Manager, Eric King about the future of Bend and how it's primed to address "big city"...
Join us in the captivating 14th episode of Bend Beat, as we sit down with the dynamic husband-and-wife duo, Chris and Marianne Cox. This engaging podcast unveils the...
Business, Community
Entrepreneurial Mentorship: Navigating the Challenges of Business Growth in a Growing Town
This podcast tells the inspiring story of entrepreneur, Preston Callicott, a Bend, Oregon resident who became civically active after his employees struggled to find...
“Planning sustainably and being good stewards for the next generation.”
Community
Bridging the Education Services Gap – High Desert Education Service District Assistant Superintendent, Anna Higgins
Meet Anna Higgins, Assistant Superintendent at High Desert Education Service District in Bend, Oregon.
In our tenth episode, Brian Ladd sits down the Mike Hollern who most notably has played a major role in helping develop some of Bend's most memorable communities.
Business
Not Your Average Citizens – The story of Humm Kombucha and what sets Bend Oregon citizens apart
Bend is proud to call Humm a home-grown, local brand. Hear from two of Humm's co-founders who offer a refreshing perspective on growth, citizenship, and community...
Credited as integral to Bend's rebirth, Bill Smith's vision and hard work took Bend from saw mill town to thriving outdoor mecca.
Bend's legendary local, Bob Woodward, sits down with Brian for an unparalleled discussion to kick off the BENDbeat podcast in 2022!
Rate and subscribe on YouTube! Amy Tykeson is the former CEO of BendBroadband, where she guided the company into a new era of digital technology and community...
Business, Uncategorized
A Big Voice In a Small Mountain Town – Bend Bulletin’s publisher and COO of EO Media, Heidi Wright
Rate and subscribe on YouTube! Kirk Schueler is an institution here in Bend who has moved the needle on its growth and helped shape its neighborhoods and communities. He...
Business, Uncategorized
A Small Town with Big Dreams – The story of Bend’s development and growth with Kirk Schueler
Rate and subscribe on YouTube! Kirk Schueler is an institution here in Bend who has moved the needle on its growth and helped shape its neighborhoods and communities. He...
Rate and subscribe on YouTube! Roger Lee is the CEO of the Economic Development Council of Central Oregon (EDCO), which has been responsible for economic strategy for...
ReachAnother Founder Has Made It His Life’s Mission to Help Save Babies in Ethiopia Since 2009, ReachAnother has saved the lives of more than 4,000 babies with...
Opportunity Knocks Founder and Social Entrepreneur Chats with Brian Ladd Find out why Jim Schell believes that Bend has a culture like no other, and how we can help Bend...
Bend leaders discuss how our past led us here, and how we can ensure a healthy future for the city we love Bend, Oregon, is vibrant city tucked into a bend in the river...
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