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Business LO

Michelle O'Dell, Heather Graves Ramsey

Booking Overview

This is a local-business interview show focused on business success, civic policy, economic conditions, workforce issues, and community assets in Lake Oswego, with recurring interviews featuring chamber members, local leaders, government officials, and regional subject-matter experts. PR agencies could credibly pitch Oregon-focused economists, small-business and HR specialists, civic or government-affairs experts, nonprofit and arts leaders, and executives with direct local-business relevance; booking difficulty is low because guests are generally accessible professionals with regional expertise rather than national celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 37

Frequency: Monthly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 2.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

michellelagrotteria@gmail.com

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Host

Michelle O'Dell - Podcast host and producer with Modcast Productions, producing programming for the Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce.

Heather Graves Ramsey - Owner of Coach to Brilliance, specializing in executive coaching and leadership development, and a recurring interviewer on the show.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Local or regional business owners, government and civic officials, economists, HR and leadership specialists, nonprofit executives, arts leaders, and other practitioners with direct expertise relevant to Lake Oswego or Oregon businesses.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership of a local or regional business, government office, nonprofit, or arts organization, Subject-matter expertise in small-business operations, public policy, workforce management, economics, or community development, Direct involvement in initiatives affecting local businesses and residents

Recent Guest Discussions

Carl Riccadonna - Oregon’s Economic Outlook, Inflation, Interest Rates, Economic Forecasting, And Implications For Small Businesses.

Paul Glass - Government Affairs Committees, Business Advocacy, Regulations, Permitting, Fees, Taxes, Transportation, Insurance Costs, And Land Development.

Beth Oliphant Hoover - The Origins And Community Impact Of Lake Oswego’s Signature Flower Baskets And Local Beautification Efforts.

Jonn Karsseboom - Floral Beautification, Pollinators, Seasonal Baskets, And The Role Of Local Businesses In Community Appearance.

Dylan Clifford - Human-centered HR, Employee Retention, Oregon Paid Leave, Compliance, Workplace Culture, Training, And Conflict Management.

Recent Topics

Business, Small Business, Economic Development, Leadership, Local Government

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Business LO
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State's Economic Health: Local Business Impact from Oregon's Chief Economist Carl Riccadonna

October 01, 2026

This episode features Oregon Chief Economist Carl Riccadonna, interviewed by Heather Graves Ramsey, owner of Coach to Brilliance, who specializes in Executive Coaching & Leadership Development. We discuss how his office forecasts state economic conditions and revenues for the biennial budget, delivering quarterly public testimony to legislators and publishing materials via OLIS and the Office of Economic Analysis website. Riccadonna highlights Oregon’s strong civic engagement, explains ho...

Advocating for Local Policies While You Run Your Business

September 01, 2026

On this episode of the Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce podcast Business LO, Chamber Member Heather Graves Ramsey interviews government affairs expert Paul Glass about how government affairs committees engage members, build relationships with elected officials, and advocate on issues affecting businesses, including regulations, permitting, fees, taxes, transportation, insurance costs, business retention, and land development. Glass emphasizes that “business friendly” means officials listen, un...

Why Beautification Matters: Flowers, Pollinators, and the Big Picture (Rerun)

August 01, 2026

This episode of Business LO is all about beautifying our fair city! We appreciate it so much that our podcast cover art highlights our love of the signature flower baskets all over town. You may be wondering who and what is behind all this. We are excited to feature Jonn Karsseboom, owner of The Garden Corner in Tualatin, also known as the "Garden Rebel." As he says on his LinkedIn profile, "Under the guise of 'work' I play the entire day long outside...creating all kinds of hanging baskets f...

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Business LO
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How do I get in touch with Business LO?

Business LO is hosted by Michelle O'Dell and Heather Graves Ramsey. Its publicly listed email is michellelagrotteria@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Business LO?

The publicly listed email for Business LO: michellelagrotteria@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Business LO have?

Podseeker estimates Business LO reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Business LO?

Business LO typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Local or regional business owners, government and civic officials, economists, HR and leadership specialists, nonprofit executives, arts leaders, and other practitioners with direct expertise relevant to Lake Oswego or Oregon businesses. Common among recent guests: Leadership of a local or regional business, government office, nonprofit, or arts organization; Subject-matter expertise in small-business operations, public policy, workforce management, economics, or community development; Direct involvement in initiatives affecting local businesses and residents. Recent guests include Carl Riccadonna, Paul Glass, and Beth Oliphant Hoover.

How hard is it to get booked on Business LO?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Business LO cover?

Recent episodes cover Business, Small Business, Economic Development, Leadership, and Local Government. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

michellelagrotteria@gmail.com

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