Last week Strive hosted the Redmond Chamber of Commerce Coffee Clatter Event. It is our pleasure to support this great chamber and community.
In our continuing support of local Redmond businesses we brought goodies from La Frontera Bakery and coffee from Tite Knot Coffee for attendees to enjoy, both businesses located in Redmond.
There were several team members from our Bend, Oregon location at the event Including Nick Irwin, Account Manager who spoke about Strive products and services and our local connection to Central Oregon businesses. 

Our own Pam Savory (CEnO) (comment below on what you think Pam's title of "CEnO"  stands for,)  speaking at the A.O.P.D. conference on the importance of business relationships.
Strive is proud to build a culture based on strengths, collaboration and relationships. Building an environment where people like coming to work because they have value, are part of a team with a common goal (of offering the best service with competitive prices in the industry) and feel heard and appreciated.

AOPD is a network of locally owned and independent businesses that provide personalized service, seamless distribution and tailored procurement solutions to improve your workflow and productivity. In addition to over 500 contracts, AOPD (thus Strive) participates in following corporate contracts:

• Federal Government Agencies - GSA

• Local Public Agencies, Schools, Colleges and non-profits through NCPA

• Healthcare through Premier, Groupsource and Orthoform contracts.

For more information on AOPD, click on their logo below.
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It was our pleasure to sponsor the Nampa Chamber Of Commerce “Coffee Connect" event this month.
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The city of Nampa is thriving and we were delighted to meet so many of the local leaders, learn about their businesses and share how Strive can make a difference in their business.
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Pictured below: Pam Savory, CEnO (owner) - Jeff Lurcook, President - Stacie Crust, Account Manager and Amber Hall, Customer Care Team.

At Strive, we’re all about the local communities we’re in and supporting our fellow small business owners.

Part of this is our involvement with the Chamber Of Commerce in each of our locations. Supporting local businesses and networking with leaders from other companies is why Strive is committed to our membership in the Chamber of Commerce. 

Last week, Strive attended the Redmond Chamber of Commerce annual awards dinner.
Accepting the award for the Best Customer Service 2022 on behalf of our entire Bend Team was Kathy Madison and Giavonna Hughes.

We are honored to have received this award from the Redmond Chamber of Commerce and appreciate the support from the local business community.
Not Pictured: Bill Rosen, Chris Martinson and Toryn Folston

As we approach the holiday season and the weather is turning colder, it’s a good reminder to stock up on Ice Melt to help keep your employees and customers safe.

We currently have stock on hand in our local locations and available for immediate delivery.

• Idaho (Boise - Meridian - Nampa - Caldwell - Eagle - Mountain Home - Twin Falls)
• Utah (Salt Lake City -  Layton)
• Bend, Oregon
• Portland, Oregon

Order online
or
chat with our customer care team.

Strive Workplace Solutions of Portland, Oregon has recently completed the acquisition of Pencilman Office Products, of Nampa, Idaho.

The deal, which came into effect on November 1, 2022, will see Pencilman operate as usual until January 1, 2023 at which time it will be rebranded as Strive and be migrated onto Strive’s systems and e-commerce platform. It will then also operate from Strive’s Meridian, Idaho location.

“We feel that the Pencilman acquisition was a good match for Strive’s business model and culture, “ says Jeff Lurcook, president of Strive, “as we value culture as much as any other aspect of businesses we are looking to acquire.”

Pencilman’s former owners, Stacie Crust and Jim Jackson, will remain with Strive.
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“Finding a company that aligned with our philosophy on how we take care of our customers was the biggest deciding factor in choosing to team up with Strive”, says Stacie Crust. “Going the extra mile for customers and giving customers access to reach a person and not just technology are things we have always considered important. We look forward to working alongside and becoming a part of the Strive team”.

The mornings are cool and crisp and the leaves have started to change into the magnificent fall colors. Another sign of the season is the Keurig Fall Favorites are back and in stock!
Select from many varieties including:

• Green Mountain Pumpkin Spice
• Hot Apple Cider
• ​Swiss Miss Hot Chocolate

​Stock up today on all your favorite K-Cup varieties. 

Last week Strive participated in this great, Annual Tournament at the Mt. Hood Oregon Resort, Welches, Oregon.
​This special event helps benefit Junior Achievement and we were honored to have participated.