Tillamook Bay SBDC

How do your colleagues describe you?

“Leon is genuine. He likes working with others, is cooperative and friendly. Leon leads by example and holds himself to a high standard.”

Why do you do what you do?

I am excited to have an opportunity to help our community’s small businesses! My background has been working for medium and large corporations, and I believe working with small businesses will provide a greater connection with the people I may help. The importance of small business to Tillamook County’s economy and employment motivates me to succeed.

Bio:

Leon Telesmanich is a graduate of Portland State University with a Bachelors Degree in Finance/Law. He has spent a 25-year career in sales and business management. He knows the benefits that come from collaboratively working with others, appreciates the value of customer service and the goodwill that comes with a fine reputation. Recognizing the professional and personal help he has been given by so many people over the years, Leon is inspired to be a positive influence in the lives of others. As a resident of Tillamook County, he is a stakeholder in the health of the local economy and its small businesses. The challenges ahead will hold opportunities for many rewarding experiences.

How do your colleagues describe you?

Why do you do what you do?

Bio:

Rudel has experience working in customer service at a bank where he gained knowledge of the financial side of business. This experience has been valuable as he helps in the efforts of his family’s business. Rudel has also been involved with the startup of some other business venture.

How do your colleagues describe you?

Why do you do what you do?

Bio:

Teri often tells people that she started on the “other side of the desk,” having used the services of the SBDC herself when she started her consulting business after 25 years of working in office administration and bookkeeping. Teri now serves other businesses as a wise and experienced adviser. Her passion for guiding and inspiring entrepreneurs has assisted the community on a larger scale than she anticipated.

Teri and her husband Steve have lived in Tillamook 20 years. As a community member, Teri’s connections to the community span across 4-H, Boy Scouts, homeschooling, and now enjoying life with their two children and spouses with the added bonus of the grand ‘fur’ babies.