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Watch for our “On the Road with Parker” commercials

Columbia CEO Parker Cann went back on the road this year, in an environmentally friendly Smart ForTwo car, to visit four members to find out why they choose Columbia. Watch Columbia's commercials on television, in local movie theaters, online and at our branches.

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2008 Commercials

Mishalla Cannon

This hip mom is the owner of Boomba Toomba, an eco-friendly boutique that stocks cloth diapers, used clothing and crafts made by local moms. “I love Columbia Credit Union. They ask me about the store constantly,” she says. “We’re both supporting local businesses.” Watch Video

Laura Presting

Gnomes, fishing frogs and kissing ducks – oh, my! Parker met with Laura in her backyard garden to talk about why she loves Columbia and to check out her variety of garden creatures. Laura has been a Columbia member since 1987. “They not only take care of my money – they take care of me,” she says. Watch Video

Michael Lampson

As a floral designer, Michael relies on the earth to produce the blossoms for his arrangements, which he pairs with jaw-dropping props, many of them recovered and repurposed. “I think things should be recycled,” he says. “That’s why I like Columbia Credit Union ... very green!” Watch Video

Betty Matson

Parker visited Betty at her RV, which she insists she didn’t buy for herself – rather, it was for her two beloved Border Collies. Betty has been a Columbia member for 30 years. “It’s a wonderful experience. And if I’m not happy with something, I don’t stick with it,” she says. Watch Video

2007 Commercials

Fishing buddies get "hooked" on Columbia

You know something “fishy” is going on whenever members Jim Swatosh, Julie Swatosh Berge and Kuni Masuda get together. They’re all fly-fishing enthusiasts who get a “buzz” from casting flies in local lakes, rivers and streams.
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Member takes her "shot" at espresso business

Lacey Treasure, 26, purchased an espresso business from her former employers two years ago. Since then she's been dedicated to "Lacey's Coffee," working long hours, passionately providing good coffee and service and learning to be a boss — a good one.
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Member says she's treated just like family

Veronica Bustillos has her work cut out for her. She’s the single mother of four kids – an 11-year-old, an 8-year-old, and 5-year-old twins.
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Judson family is willing to trek from Portland for Columbia

Parker drove into SE Portland to meet Michelle, Evan and Scarlett Judson. Sitting on their front porch surrounded by flowers and drinking lemonade, they talked about how important excellent member service is to them.
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