It’s no secret here at MacKay Sposito that we are big on relationships. It’s fundamental to who we are and how we function on a daily basis. Many of us are here today because we knew someone who was working here and they encouraged us to apply for a position. As the economy has improved and fewer people are looking for work (which is great!) it has made it harder for us to find good candidates for some open spots.   

Check out this very nice article in the Vancouver Business Journal about our own Lisa Schauer. She sets the "giving" bar high for all of us. Lisa doesn't necessarily like the lights to be shining on her, but this recognition of her ongoing work in our community is quite well deserved.

So last week I asked you all to offer up anything you may be involved with in your community – either currently volunteering or maybe something you’re interested in doing. I was impressed by the number and variety of responses. Obviously, the spirit of giving back is solidly imbedded in our culture here.

Congratulations to our own Damon Webster, who has recently been re-appointed for his second term on the Columbia River Gorge Commission as a representative of Clark County! I recently sat down with Damon to learn a little bit about the commission and why he chose to get involved.