Busy People Make it Happen

Our community is a better, more


diverse and an extremely entertaining

place because of the efforts of a few

really busy people:

Dina and Kerry Parmenter: Yes,

there were lots of parents that

worked really hard on behalf of the

Gresham High School Choir last Saturday

in assisting us with our “Drive 4UR Kids

Event”. However, as a business owner, I

was really impressed by the fact not only

did Dina and Kerry spend all day

volunteering, but they left their business,

in yes, the capable hands of their staff.

That is a huge sacrifice.

Christina Price and Cheryl Swart:

Again, there were lots of volunteers,

but Christina Price, a local Edward

Jones representative, and Cheryl Swart, of

“The Outlook”, went above and beyond to

make the first “East County’s Got Talent” a

huge success. Over the past months they

have sacrificed their own personal gain to

put together a unique show with fabulous

local talent!

Lori Stegmann: Everyone has said

that East County should have its own

Cinco de Mayo event. Well, Lori has

stepped up to chair this “first of its kind”

event at Plaza del Sol (Stark & Burnside)

on Cinco de Mayo. It will begin around

3:00 p.m. and continue until dusk. There

will be lots of family friendly entertainment

for FREE!! Please attend and may we

suggest after the event to dine at one of the

great Mexican restaurants in the area.

We can’t pay these people back for the

time they have given to our

community. It is priceless! However,

there is something that we can all consider,

we can Shop Downtown Gresham.

You just might want to drop in and see Dina

and Kerry at Elegantly Funky. Of course you

read “The Outlook”, but you might suggest

to a friend to subscribe (the coupons more

than pay for the subscription) – that would

make Cheryl happy! And, of course if you

need an Investment Advisor or an Insurance

Agent, look up Christina or Lori!! They have

earned your business 10 times over!

Save the Earth! The 2011 Ford Fiesta cloth inserts and bolsters are made from 30% post-industrial yarns that normally end up in a landfill.

The Ford Fiesta gets an estimated 40 mpg highway fuel economy. That's better
than Honda, Fit, Nissan Versa, and Hyundai Accent!

Fiesta is strong like bull. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRAz6fkr5RQ Over
50% of the structure is made of ultra- or high-strength steel.

SUPERIOR SERVICE AND CUSTOMER SATISFACTION EARNS GRESHAM FORD OF GRESHAM NATIONAL AWARD BY FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Gresham Ford is among an elite group of Ford dealerships to be recognized with The 2009 President’s Award by Ford Motor Company. The prestigious award honors dealerships that have excelled in automotive retailing in 2009, by providing exceptional customer service and satisfaction.




This year, Ford honors 380 Ford dealers across the country for delivering a superior customer experience in sales, service and overall ownership of their Ford vehicles.



“We are so proud of this award, especially since it comes from our customers,” said Bess Wills, General Manager at Gresham Ford. “Our entire staff is committed to delivering the best customer experience possible and we’re very pleased to be recognized for that.”



Gresham Ford also is known for its active participation in community events and, through Ford’s Drive One 4 UR School program and other efforts, has raised more than $10,000 for area schools in recent years.



The President’s Award was developed in 1998. Dealers become eligible through survey responses from customers related to their service, satisfaction and overall dealership experience.



“The President’s Award signifies our gratitude for those dealers who reach beyond daily tasks and make a difference to their customers,” says Frederiek Toney, vice president of Ford Customer Service Division. “We award our dealers for their outstanding commitment to our customers because just as Ford strives to deliver the highest quality products and technologies to customers, our dealers share that same passion in providing a world-class experience in vehicle sales and service.”



About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 198,000 employees and about 90 plants worldwide, the company’s automotive brands include Ford, Lincoln, Mercury and, until its sale, Volvo. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company.



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Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce presents East County's Got Talent

Do you have your tickets to two of the FUNNEST!! Events in East County?  First - East County’s Got Talent – April 23rd at the Mt. Hood Community College. Buy your tickets now for $10. If you wait and buy
them at the door, they will be $15. You can get them at the Gresham Chamber of Commerce Office or call Gresham Ford and we will assist. Staff at the Gresham Outlook also have tickets, so there is no excuse not to get those tickets now!! This will be a great show and really one that you cannot put a price on, but yes you can attend for $10!! I went to the auditions and all of the acts I saw were worthy of a much bigger venue – let’s say the Rose Garden or Broadway!! This is Rose Garden/Broadway Talent at East County Prices!!  Second – “Soroptimist Evening of Wine Tasting and Buffet Dinner” – Friday, May 14th at Persimmon
Country Club. This is simply a fun evening of great wine, wonderful food and lots of FUN fund raising for our
community. This year’s event will support My Father’s House, My Sister’sHouse, Gresham Barlow Education Foundation and Mt. Hood Medical Center Foundation. What better than to have a great evening out and support ALL of the above at the same time!! That is truly a Win-Win!! Tickets for this event are $45 and can be purchased by calling Lani Wild, 503-665-7800.

Life is never boring in East County!!!

Bess Wills
Gresham Ford, General Manager
The Dealer with a Heart

Gresham Ford is now on Facebook

Gresham Ford is just one of the many Oregon Ford Dealerships to be on Facebook.  Bess Wills, General Manager, shared with her staff that relationships were what the Ford blue oval really stood for.  One of her favorite books is Wheels on the World.  Bess consinders herself a student of Henry Ford himself.  One of Her favorite quotes is "You CAN"T build a reputationon what you are going to do" Henry Ford. 

Gresham Ford utilizing Facebook to further build their relationships with the community.  Just last week the Gresham Ford team loaned out their new Hot Dog cart and in turn helped the Sam Barlow High Track team be more sucessful.  The Gresham Ford "Contribute to the Community" program benefits many non-profits and charities in East County.  The first facet of the program provides 10% of your purchase in the Gresham Ford parts and or service department to your charity of choice.  When you purchase a vehicle at Gresham Ford you can choose to donate $100 to your charity of choice.  Bess also loans out the hot dog cart to provide non-profits a "vehicle" to rasie money.  When you step into the Gresham Ford showroom you immediately see many large red hearts on the wall.  Each heart is the name of a charity or non-profit that Bess has helped.  For more information contact Annette Wetzel-Ramirez, the community relations director at 503-489-1605. 

Ford affects the community in many ways.  The latest adventure, Swap your Ride is creating many Ford fans.  Ford loaned non-Ford owners a new Ford vehicle to drive for a week.  The drivers didn't want to give the new Ford cars and trucks back. 

It has been a lot of fun seeing the reaction of die hard Honda owners saying that they didn't realize how nice the Ford Fusion was to drive and how advanced the technology was.  Ford vehicles have been significantly underestimated.  Ford has a new direction, One Ford. Gresham Ford greets this program because it is doing a great job of educating the public on the features and benefits of Ford products.  We know that our Ford vehicles are superior and now its time for everyone else to see it also. 

Each Gresham Ford sales professional has a Facebook account.  Even the Service advisors at Gresham Ford have Facebook accounts.  "It has really helped to connect and communicate with our customers," said Ryan Johnson, Certified Service Advisor shortly after the implementation.  The staff of Gresham Ford has begun to embrace the technology and the new side of Ford.  The Drive Smart Ford logo is a popular one around the dealership. 

Gresham Ford is a full service Oregon Ford Dealer serving the Portland and Vancouver area.