If LLM was a person, they would be the easy-going, adventurous type who enjoys being amongst friends having a good laugh, is constantly trying new things and growing in its strengths and abilities, and isn’t afraid to belt out some Prince at karaoke. LLM is the friend that you can depend on—the type that is not only willing to help you move, but also brings the pizza and beer.
Who is LLM
LLM takes a genuine interest in others and is the type of person you feel comfortable talking to about anything. During business hours, LLM likes to keep a casual and friendly demeanor, but still takes the job very seriously. LLM is very confident, knowledgeable, and always eager to learn and create. LLM does what it takes to get the job done and to do it well.
Who is LLM
If LLM was a person, they would be the easy-going, adventurous type who enjoys being amongst friends having a good laugh, is constantly trying new things and growing in its strengths and abilities, and isn’t afraid to belt out some Prince at karaoke. LLM is the friend that you can depend on—the type that is not only willing to help you move, but also brings the pizza and beer.
LLM takes a genuine interest in others and is the type of person you feel comfortable talking to about anything. During business hours, LLM likes to keep a casual and friendly demeanor, but still takes the job very seriously. LLM is very confident, knowledgeable, and always eager to learn and create. LLM does what it takes to get the job done and to do it well.
Origins & The Early Days
Our founder, Linda Pope, got her start in publications working as a sales manager
for a small local newspaper in Oregon. After many years, she found herself working
for a boss that she did not see eye-to-eye with. Looking for a chance to strike out on
her own and use her skills in the publishing field to help people, she soon realized
that there was an opportunity to help many local associations with their publication
needs. Linda took a leap of faith in herself and her first association partners and
founded LLM Publications in 1989.
Our founder worked long, hard hours and did what it took to make LLM Publications
successful and able to grow with virtually no debt, including setting up sawhorse
tables all over her house in order to create magazine layouts for her association
partners. Often facing uncertainty, Linda put her heart and soul into each of
her clients and employees in order to steadily grow the company and create a
foundation for success.
Origins & The Early Days
Our founder, Linda Pope, got her start in publications working as a sales manager for a small local newspaper in Oregon. After many years, she found herself working for a boss that she did not see eye-to-eye with. Looking for a chance to strike out on her own and use her skills in the publishing field to help people, she soon realized that there was an opportunity to help many local associations with their publication needs. Linda took a leap of faith in herself and her first association partners and founded LLM Publications in 1989.
Our founder worked long, hard hours and did what it took to make LLM Publications successful and able to grow with virtually no debt, including setting up sawhorse tables all over her house in order to create magazine layouts for her association partners. Often facing uncertainty, Linda put her heart and soul into each of her clients and employees in order to steadily grow the company and create a foundation for success.
LLM Today
After many years of growing with and adapting to the ever-changing publishing industry, our current company structure is made up of sales associates, graphic designers, management, and our President and CEO. While remaining a small company and employing only 20 full-time employees, each department is codependent and works together systematically for smooth day-to-day operations.
We also partner with multiple professional printing companies, web developers, and contract writers in order to cover a variety of our associations’ needs. Through the many partnerships that LLM has developed, we’ve created a very diverse clientele and team within our office, working with a number of industries across the U.S., including but not limited to: medical, dental, building, legal, logging, transportation, restaurants & lodging, and more.
Meet the Team
Stephen Bloss
President
“The Combination of Dirt Bike Riding and Camping Goes Together Like Peanut Butter and Jelly”
Melissa Engstrom
Accountant
“Purveyor of Over-Popped Popcorn, Lives on a Boat All Summer, AKA Columbia River Rat”
Nicole Gardner
Business Development Manager
“Tears Up at Baby Animal Videos, La Croix Addict, Digs for Antique Treasures”
Juliette Miratsky
Design Manager
“Zumba Instructor, Donut Fiend, 2018’s Most Improved Bowler”
Noah Benjamin
Sales Manager
“Amateur Baker, Performing Arts Addict, Sun Screen Aficionado“
Amy Liss
Designer
“Loves Seinfeld, One Part Sarcasm, One Part Awkward, Will Pet Your Dog”
Ben Caulder
Designer
“Eats Too Many Bananas, BrandMaster 5000, Fantasy Football Commish”
Ben Oerther
Account Executive
“History Enthusiast, Oregon Native, Super-Funny Guy”
Carrie Guest
Sr. Designer
“Creative, Affable, Bashful, Fantastical Bendite”
Daniel Light
Account Executive
“Bearded Human, Sandwich Master, Father/Husband, Music Brain”
Dan Hartzog
Sr. Account Executive
“Always Willing to Go That Extra Mile for My Clients”
David Gambill
Account Executive/Sr. Staff Writer
“Super, Near Cali, Feng Shui, Realist, Expert, Ally, Docious”
Jon Cannon
Designer
“Trail-Mix Eater, Whole Foods Professional, Despises Smash Mouth”
Katy Patterson
Account Executive
“Professional Paper Sniffer, Probably Dancing Right Now”
Kyle Walker
Office Administrator
“Sasquatch Enthusiast”
Matthew Smith
Account Executive
“Will Belt Out Tenacious D Karaoke All Night”
Paul Vollmer
Sr. Account Executive
“Lifetime Tennis Fan, Big Classic Cinema Aficionado”
Ronnie Jacko
Account Executive
“Avid Sports Watcher & Basketball Player”
Scott Poole
Account Executive
“Genuine and Enthusiastic, Occasionally Awkward, Musician, Knitter, and Goof”
Spencer Seastrom
Designer
“Hawaiian Shirt Collector, All Things Cats, Karaoke Star”
Stephanie Pendell
Sr. Designer
“Gluten Free Lunch Lady, Fantasy Football League Champion 2018, Expert Tea Drinker, Fashion Police 2018”
Charlie Prince
Office Helper
“Office Morale Booster, Cubicle Floor & Garbage Inspector”